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Viva El Birdos

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

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

This week, Jake and Gabe are joined by thecardinalnation.com prospect writer and co-host of Wednesday with Walton and Reis, Kyle Reis! This week, we talk about the ascending left-handed pitchers in the Cardinals system, JJ Wetherholt's new extension,... more

This week, Jake is joined by Nate Rasmussen of OverSlotBaseball.com to discuss the Cardinals' draft picks from this weekend. They get into the weeds on the players drafted from day 1 and highlight a couple of other interesting players drafted on day ... more

This week, Jake goes 1 on 1 with St. Louis Cardinals Public Address Announcer and iconic voice John "U-man" Ulett. From his time with KSHE-95, to traveling with the team as a sports director, to iconic moments in Cardinals history he has witnessed fi... more

Cardinals President of Baseball Operations Chaim Bloom joins the show!

00:00 Introduction to the Podcast and Guest

02:33 Analyzing Matthew Liberatore's Performance

05:05 Nolan Gorman's Development and Strikeouts

06:54 Chaim Bloom's Experience Acr... more

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Recent Guests

John Ulett
Public address announcer for the St. Louis Cardinals
St. Louis Cardinals
Episode: Episode 72: Interview with John Ulett
Chaim Bloom
Cardinals President of Baseball Operations
St. Louis Cardinals
Episode: Episode 71: "Chaim Time"
Ryan Murphy
AAA pitcher
Memphis AAA / Saint Louis Cardinals organization
Episode: Episode 70: 2026 "Father's Day Special" With Ryan and Chuck Murphy
Chuck Murphy
Father of Ryan Murphy
Family of the guest
Episode: Episode 70: 2026 "Father's Day Special" With Ryan and Chuck Murphy
Alex Coil
AAA Memphis play-by-play man
Memphis Redbirds
Episode: Episode 69: "Minor League Roundup" with Alex Coil and Andy Carroll
Andy Carroll
Writer for scoopswithdannymac.com
Scoops with Dani Mac
Episode: Episode 69: "Minor League Roundup" with Alex Coil and Andy Carroll
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
Nate Schwartz
Pitcherlist writer and co-host of The Approach Angle podcast
Pitcherlist
Episode: Episode 64: Interview with Nate Schwartz
Gordon Graceffo
Cardinals relief pitcher
St. Louis Cardinals
Episode: Episode 63: Interview with Gordon Graceffo

Hosts

Jake Wood
Host of Viva El Birdos with recurring involvement across episodes.
Gabe Simons
Co-host and writer; frequent contributor and guest host on episodes.
Matt Smith
Co-host/writer on Viva El Birdos; appears as guest and contributor.

Chart Rankings

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Apple Podcasts
#230
United States/Sports/Baseball
Apple Podcasts
#71
Germany/Sports/Baseball
Apple Podcasts
#25
Ireland/Sports/Baseball
Apple Podcasts
#217
Taiwan/Sports/Baseball

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Episode 71: "Chaim Time"
Q: When do conversations start about deadline trades, and how long can they last?
Deadline discussions are described as evolving with the season's cadence, often starting around the draft period and continuing through the All-Star break, with urgency ramping up closer to the deadline but varying year to year depending on needs and context.
Episode 71: "Chaim Time"
Q: How does the organization approach extensions for players under team control, and what factors are considered?
The guest explains that extensions are personal and collaborative, focusing on the player's character, trust, and whether a long-term arrangement aligns with both parties' incentives; the decision is not driven by leverage alone and is treated as a sharing of risk and upside.
Episode 71: "Chaim Time"
Q: What is the plan for Nolan Gorman given his strikeout tendencies, and how is the organization addressing development?
The management emphasizes that strikeouts are part of some players' games but highlights steps taken, such as changes in approach and adjustments to swing mechanics, with the goal of returning to power and quality contact while maintaining development pace.
Episode 71: "Chaim Time"
Q: What data points are providing optimism about Matthew Liberatore's performance, and is there confidence he can be a starter?
The executives describe ongoing analysis of a young pitcher's recent outings, noting the numbers aren't dramatically different from last year and that there are bright spots worth pursuing without rushing a decision; competition within the organization remains a core principle.
Episode 72: Interview with John Ulett
Q: What are some moments that stick out from your tenure as PA announcer?
I recount the 2011 and 2006 World Series moments, memorable games, emotional ceremonies, and the personal significance of announcing players like Albert Pujols in pivotal moments, along with the broader sense of being part of Cardinal history.

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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 St. Louis Cardinals coverage, blending deep roster analysis, prospect evaluation, and organizational philosophy with lively, opinionated discussion. Across recent episodes, the conversations frequently orbit around players in the farm system, pitching depth, roster construction, and strategic trades, often pairing insider perspectives with data-driven insights. Guests range from front-office voices to prolific baseball writers, and the hosts regularly explore how analytics intersect with traditional scouting, culture, and fan engagement in a way that's approachable for dedicated followers and industry folks alike. A notable strength is the mix of on-the-ground reporting, prospects-focused breakdowns, and timely roster c... more

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2. Chaim Bloom
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4. Chuck Murphy
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7. Brandon Kiley
8. Nate Schwartz

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