Extra Innings: Kelly & Christina Robinson — Major Nerds for the Minor Leauges

11/22/24 • 51 min

In this episode of Extra Innings, we catch up with Kelly and Christina Robinson, a husband-and-wife duo whose passion for baseball has taken them on countless road trips and adventures over the years. Together, they’ve visited over 182 ballparks, collected unique memorabilia like plush mascots and team caps, and shared their love for the game through the creation of CBM's newest platform—the Minor League Nerd YouTube channel and podcast.
We dive into their most recent summer road trip, featuring stops at Northwoods League games, a visit to Winnipeg’s incredible ballpark food scene, and even a Fargo woodchipper photo op. Kelly and Christina also reflect on their journey as die-hard White Sox fans, their growing interest in independent baseball, and how they continue to find joy in traveling and exploring the history and culture of the game.
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This podcast is part of the Curved Brim Media Network:
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Website: curvedbrimmedia.com

Join us in June of 2025 for the Alaska Midnight Sun Game! Learn more at https://baseballbucketlist.com/alaska

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171. Marc & Nate Wolpoff: Catching Memories, Home Run Derby Dreams, & All-Star Game Adventures

Marc and Nate Wolpoff are a father-son duo from San Diego. Together, they’ve visited all 30 MLB ballparks, attended multiple All-Star Games, and created lifelong memories centered around the sport.
Marc and Nate share stories of their favorite baseball experiences, including catching an autographed ball during a Home Run Derby and watching future stars like Vladimir Guerrero Jr. and Pete Alonso in Fall League ball. We also dive into their passion for minor league and collegiate games, and their memorabilia collection.
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Extra Innings: Gabe Lerman — Writing the Playbook for Japanese Baseball Travel Adventures

In this episode of Extra Innings on the Baseball Bucket List Podcast, we reconnect with Gabe Lerman, a Blue Jays fan and Japanese baseball aficionado from Toronto. Gabe recently authored The JapanBall Travel Guide to Japanese Baseball, a comprehensive resource for planning your own baseball adventures in Japan. We dive into his motivation for creating the guide, his 2019 trip that sparked the idea, and how it bridges the gap between full-service tours and independent travel.
Gabe shares an in-depth look at Nippon Professional Baseball (NPB), breaking down its history, league structure, postseason format, and the rich traditions that make Japanese baseball unique. He also highlights key storylines, such as the rise of players like Shohei Ohtani and Roki Sasaki, and what makes Japan’s baseball culture so captivating.
Whether you’re dreaming of a trip to Japan, curious about NPB, or simply love hearing baseball stories from around the world, this episode is packed with fascinating insights and practical advice for every fan.
Purchase The JapanBall Travel Guide to Japanese Baseball on the JapanBall website or Amazon.
Find the full transcript and show notes here: https://baseballbucketlist.com/podcast/extra-innings-gabe-lerman/
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