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Former left-handed pitcher and Mississippi native Paul Maholm joins the League Talk podcast to share his journey to becoming a major league baseball player.  He talks about how in his early years he was not very good on the mound,  and how he vowed to work hard to become great at his craft.  Maholm also discusses the tough decision on whether to sign a pro contract, or go to college as a young high school senior, and says going to Mississippi State was the best thing for him at the time because it prepared him for a long and successful big league career.  Through it all, Paul stay true to himself!

Former big league outfielder Jacque Jones visits the League Talk Podcast to discuss his humbled beginnings growing up in SoCal, and his love for baseball.   Jones takes us on his journey as a young ballplayer all the way through his successful 9+ year major league playing career.  He shares his ups and downs as well as the lessons he took away from the game that he uses in life.

Bam Bam Meulens hops on the League Talk Podcast to share his journey from the Dutch Commonwealth Island of Curaco to Major League Baseball.  He discusses the before, the in between, the after, and what lies ahead for his future.

In this episode of the League Talk Podcast, the tables are turned!  Instead of Shane Youman being in his normal seat as host, he is the guest.  With help from Charlton Jimerson (former guest) as host, Youman shares memories of his humbled upbringing in New Iberia, Louisiana from family to friends, to sports.  The two also dive into Shane's road traveled to becoming a major league baseball player.

On the latest episode of the League Talk Podcast, Shane Youman chops it up with former Pirates teammates Claudell Clark, Vic Buttler, and Sean Smith.  The foursome discuss how difficult it is to become a major league baseball player, and the lessons they were all able to take away from the game.

Brian D. Barton stops by the League Talk podcast to talk about his journey to the major leagues.  Barton discusses his early days as a youngster growing up in South Central LA, his love for basketball, and how he was forced to make a tough decision as an 8yr old.  He also talked about his instant love for baseball once he started playing, his competitive nature, and how he worked hard to be the best version of himself.  Brian shared the trials and tribulations he faced throughout high school, college, and eventually pro ball that had him rethinking whether or not he'd made the right decision to play baseball.  Now an author, and public speaker, Barton shares his story, and motivates many to always follow their heart.

Shane Youman sits down with former Pittsburgh Pirates teammate, and fellow left-handed pitcher John Grabow for the latest episode of the League Talk Podcast.  The two talk about what Grabes is doing now that he's retired, his upbringing in SoCal, how he got started with baseball, and the constant guidance he had throughout his career.  Grabow also shed light on the things that kept him going each and everyday so that he could be the best version of himself every time he toed that pitcher's mound.

On this episode of the League Talk Podcast, Shane Youman sits down with former MLB outfielder Austin Jackson.  The two talk about Jackson's journey as a multi-sport phenom in baseball and basketball, as well as his short stint as a soccer and football player.  They also discuss how his parents played an intricate part with keeping him humble and level headed during a time when he was getting a lot of attention as a two sport star.  Not only that, Austin chopped it up with Youman about how tough a decision it was for him to pass up an opportunity to play basketball and baseball at Georgia Tech to instead sign a contract with the New York Yankees which ultimately led to him becoming a major league baseball player.

Shane Youman links up with former teammate Jose Bautista for the latest episode of the League Talk Podcast.  The two talk about Bautista's humble beginnings with the game of baseball growing up in the Dominican Republic, his growth as a player, and the opportunity for him to attend college in the states.  They also chop it up about Jose's journey to the big leagues, all the things he was able to accomplish, and his most fondest memories playing ball!

Former big league infielder Jeff Keppinger joins Shane Youman on this episode of the League Talk Podcast.  The two discuss Keppi's humbled beginnings as a youngster growing up in Hollywood Fla. moving to Georgia, and him trying to keep up with his big bro playing sports.  Jeff also sheds  light on the grind for him on the baseball field in his quest to becoming the best ballplayer he could be, lessons he learned throughout his journey, and all the things that  continually motivated him to keep pushing. This is a classic League Talk episode that any athlete, or non athlete can enjoy!