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Viva El Birdos

Jake Wood
St. Louis Cardinals
Cardinals
Baseball
Brendan Donovan
Spring Training
Memphis Redbirds
NL Central
Arizona Fall League
Jordan Walker
Seattle Mariners
Pitcherlist
Ali Marmol
Fangraphs
Oli Marmol
Willson Contreras
40-Man Roster
Gonzaga University
Cardinals Minor Leagues
Chaim Bloom
Springfield Cardinals

The NEW Viva El Birdos podcast will feature a flavor of a little bit of everything! Cardinals roster news and info, team updates, and everything in between!

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Latest Episodes

101 ESPN On-air personality and host of "BK and Ferrario" and "The Redbird Report." Brandon Kiley joins the show to talk about the recent viral moment at Busch and his chronicling of the event, his impressions of the Cardinals' recent stretch of game... more

It's all about pitching, pitching, pitching today with our guest from Pitcherlist, Nate Schwartz! Jake and Gabe run through some of the early bright spots in the Cardinals' rotation and bullpen, and the guys also saved a little room at the end for so... more

St. Louis Cardinals Relief Pitcher Gordon Graceffo joins the show to talk about the early team success! Jake and Gabe ask the Redbird Hurler about his late spring demotion, his early call up, whats made him so effective early in the season, his role ... more

This week, the boys chat with 1120 KMOX Sports Director Tom Ackermann! We talk about Chaim Bloom, Oli Marmol, the potential roster churn, Jordan Walker, Victor Scott, Riley O'Brien, and a special toast to Tom at the end!

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Recent Guests

Brandon Kiley
101 ESPN on-air personality, co-host of BK and Ferrario and The Redbird Report
101 ESPN
Episode: Episode 65: "Tarps off" with Brandon Kiley
Gordon Graceffo
Cardinals relief pitcher
St. Louis Cardinals
Episode: Episode 63: Interview with Gordon Graceffo
Tom Ackermann
Kmox sports director, host of Total Information AM, Gas House Gang participant
1120 Kmox / Total Information AM
Episode: Episode 62: Interview with Tom Ackermann
Eno Sarris
Analytics writer and analyst, The Athletic; MLB Network contributor
The Athletic / MLB Network
Episode: Episode 61: Interview with Eno Sarris
Brian Walton
Expert on Cardinals prospects and publisher of Cardinal Nation
cardinalnation.com
Episode: Episode 60: Cardinals Prospect Insights w/ Brian Walton
Matt Smith
New writer to the site joining the show
Viva El Birdos
Episode: Episode 59: Early 2026 Reader Mailbag
Joe Doyle
Founder and creator of Over-Slot Baseball; draft content expert
Over-Slot Baseball
Episode: Episode 58: MLB Draft Insights with Joe Doyle
Matt Pauley
Special guest; pre/post host for 1120KMOX and Cardinals Radio Network
1120KMOX / Cardinals Radio Network
Episode: Episode 57: 2026 Season Preview with Matt Pauley
Craig Goldstein
Baseball Prospectus writer and editor, baseball analytics expert
Baseball Perspectives / Baseball Prospectus
Episode: Episode 56: Interview with Craig Goldstein

Hosts

Jake Wood
Host focused on Cardinals coverage and team narratives; frequently anchors discussions around roster moves, development, and fan-facing analysis.
Gabe Simons
Co-host and writer; contributes from a site-writing and co-host perspective, with emphasis on analytics and roster development.

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Apple Podcasts
#221
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Apple Podcasts
#230
United Kingdom/Sports/Baseball
Apple Podcasts
#158
Taiwan/Sports/Baseball

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Episode 65: "Tarps off" with Brandon Kiley
Q: BK, what was your experience watching the Budweiser Terrace tension grow and the crowd reaction?
BK describes a front-row experience at the stadium where fans—especially the shirtless crowd near the Budweiser Terrace—created a contagious, engaging environment that felt organic and infectious, offering valuable context for how attendance and atmosphere drive fan engagement.
Episode 65: "Tarps off" with Brandon Kiley
Q: BK, welcome back to the show. What has impressed you most about this recent stretch of games?
BK highlights the Cardinals' ability to win in multiple ways, noting pitchers and power when needed, plus late-game execution in big spots, while acknowledging that slumps do occur but the team has earned trust in their approach.
Episode 64: Interview with Nate Schwartz
Q: Looking ahead, what seems more valuable to the Cardinals—on-field performance from established players or keeping a younger pitcher in the orbit for future value and potential trades?
The discussion suggests that roster flexibility and future value are important, but right now the priority is maximizing current performance while identifying cost-effective depth options. The hosts note that two strong starts could shift perceptions dramatically, and plausible trade assets could be evaluated in light of performance, health, and the evolving needs at the deadline.
Episode 64: Interview with Nate Schwartz
Q: There was a lot of talk about Riley O'Brien—what is it about his performance this year that Cardinals fans and the league can really buy into as real?
O'Brien has become more aggressive with first-pitch strikes, sits in the zone with a sinker that he can command effectively, and uses a sweeping secondary that induces chase outsides the zone. This combination has yielded a high ground-ball rate and consistent results, supported by improved confidence and velocity, suggesting a sustainable level of dominance if continued.
Episode 64: Interview with Nate Schwartz
Q: So, Nate, my first question for you tonight centers on the Cardinals starting pitching. What are you seeing from this rotation right now that's allowing them to sustain their early season surprise campaign?
The key is a gradual emergence of swing and miss, with marginal improvements across multiple starters. Kyle Leahy showed a peak start with high whiff rates and location-driven efficiency, while others like May and Libertor have adjusted pitch usage and location to increase effectiveness. The season's trajectory will depend on improving consistency and maintaining strike-throwing ability, particularly with left-handed hitters, and leveraging ground ball tendencies with strong defense behind them.

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Frequently Asked Questions About Viva El Birdos

What is Viva El Birdos about and what kind of topics does it cover?

This show centers on analysis and discussion around the St. Louis Cardinals, blending roster news, development trajectories, and strategic roster planning with a heavy emphasis on analytics and a fan-forward perspective. Episodes frequently feature deep dives into players, prospects, and front-office decisions, including injury timelines, development pathways, and potential trades or signings. Across recent episodes, listeners get a mix of season previews, projection discussions, and roster battles, all framed by thoughtful debate and a sense of community around Cardinal fandom. A notable strength is the blend of on-record expert insight with data-driven perspectives from multiple voices, plus a willingness to explore long-term development ... more

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1. Brandon Kiley
2. Gordon Graceffo
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4. Eno Sarris
5. Brian Walton
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7. Joe Doyle
8. Matt Pauley

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