While covering Spring Training in Palm Beach, Thom chats w/ the new Nationals Manager Dave Martinez. They look back at his well traveled playing career under many different skippers, which included a stop in Montreal (8:40), being with his now predecessor Dusty Baker in San Francisco (12:04), his developing knowledge of pitching (18:02), & learning from Bobby Cox (22:30).

Thom chats with the only man in the last 100 years to be a World Series winning Cubs manager, Joe Maddon. They discuss how he's known Nats GM Mike Rizzo since the early 80's (7:45), his idea for fantasy baseball in schools (13:34), what kind of manager Dave Martinez will be for the Nationals (18:16), & his memories of the 2012 pine tar controversy with Davey Johnson (20:08).

Thom is joined by DMV native and famous sportscaster James Brown. James attended Dematha High School on his way to a long accomplished career in sports television at the highest stage. They discuss his passion for baseball at a young age (7:25), James' thoughts on Bill Belichick (14:23),  his interactions and interviews with Michael Vick (27:36), and getting chances to anchor the CBS Evening News (28:36). ​

Thom chats with one of the few Redskins to have been on all the Super Bowl teams in the Joe Gibbs era, tight end & 3 time champion Donnie Warren. Donnie shares his story of coming to Washington (6:13), his favorite John Riggins story (20:23), his theory on why they lost Super Bowl 18 (32:15), Gibbs leaving & his affection for the coach, & more.

Thom welcomes on one of the all time great voices of Boxing, "Colonel" Bob Sheridan. He talks about his distinguished Hall of Fame career including (15:18) calling the "Rumble in the Jungle", (23:55) "Thrilla in Manilla", (35:26), the night Tyson bit Holyfield, and (41:10) being in Tokyo for Buster Douglas' upset. 

Thom welcomes on former Dallas Cowboys All Pro Defensive Tackle, Co-Super Bowl MVP and Terp Randy White. They discuss what led him to Maryland (6:46), playing for Tom Landry in Dallas (10:10), the Redskins/Cowboys rivalry in the 70's & 80's (26:21), & Joe Jacoby's Hall of Fame credentials (27:31).

Thom is joined by former Terp player and assistant coach when they won the National Title Billy Hahn. Billy talks of why he left the state of Indiana to play at Maryland (7:30), his favorite memories of playing for Lefty Driesell and of Cole Field House (13:26), how he started to work for Gary Williams at his alma mater (25:58), Billy's take on Maryland's rivalries with Duke & UNC (36:34), his tenure as Lasalle's Head Coach (42:02), and more.

Ernie Baur is a DC TV producer who saw it all. He and Thom reminisce on his illustrious career. 6:23 how he got his start in the biz, 12:39 Hanafi Siege coverage, 16:30 Birth of Warner’s catchphrase, 21:10 working w/ Glenn Brenner, and 25:28 getting to know and become friends with Sonny Jurgensen"

Thom welcomes on former longtime Capitals GM George McPhee. They discuss his long tenure in Washington, highlighted by a trip to the Stanley Cup Finals, the Jaromir Jagr acquisition, and the beginning and middle of the Alex Ovechkin Era in DC. Plus, his new role as GM for the expansion Las Vegas Knights, and the excitement it's brought to that city.

Thom is joined by a man who has seen it all in the boxing world, starting with Muhammed Ali at a young age. An expert story-teller who has worked with Howard Cosell, Don King, Mike Tyson, and more.

Thom is joined by Hall of Fame Safety Ken Houston. Ken remembers growing up in Texas and playing for the Oilers. He then covers his time as a Redskin that includes his famous game saving tackle. He achieved an amazing run of 12 straight Pro Bowls.

Thom welcomes on DC native author and George Pelecanos. George has incorporated Washington into many of his works and he also has been part of the writing team on many HBO hits such as "The Wire", "Treme" and "The Deuce".

Thom takes a trip down memory lane ahead of the Redskins visiting Dallas by chatting with former Redskins defensive tackle Diron Talbert. They discuss the rilvalry and his many seasons in Washington in the 70's.

Thom brings on Roy Firestone, a man best known for his riveting interviewing skills on Up Close, but also a man with more talents than you realize. They cover his time as an Oriole batboy as a kid, some of his more famous interactions, and what his current projects are.

Thom chats with former Redskins & Cowboys TE Jean Fugett. Jean is a Baltimore native who had a unique route to the NFL via Amherst. He also has a can't story about his time interning for the Orioles

Thom is joined by Al Bumbry, not only a World Series champion outfielder with the Orioles, but also a Vietnam Veteran. They discuss his unique background on this week's podcast.

Thom is joined by the son of former Supreme Court Justice Thurgood Marshall who has a biopic recently released. Thurgood Jr. is a very successful Washington lawyer who has had quite a career in the nation's capital. He is also quite the baseball fan.

Thom brings on Mike Veeck, part of the family legendary for innovation and fun in baseball. Mike has been a part of many minor league organizations and also was with the White Sox during the infamous Disco Demolition Night in 1979. Mike stresses the importance of fun atmosphere for the attending family.

Thom is joined by longtime Dodgers GM Ned Coletti. A man with humble beginnings who transitioned from sports writing to the baseball front office through a long winding road. They cover his time on both sides of the Dodger/Giant rivalry, how intense it is, knowing Barry Bonds, negotiating with Scott Boras and more.

Thom brings back on Nats GM Mike Rizzo as the team prepares the Postseason. They discuss the highs and lows of the season, which resulted in the 4th division title in 6 years. Overcoming a slew of injuries, deciding when to make bullpen changes through trades, and more.

Thom chats with one of the few kickers to make it to the NFL Hall of Fame, Morten Andersen. They discuss why he moved to America from Denmark, his amazing 25 year career that includes a dozen years in Thom's favorite city of New Orleans, his famous kick to send the Falcons to their 1st Super Bowl, and more.

Thom welcomes on DC native Maury Wills, best known for his at the time record setting season of stealing 104 bases in 1962 for the Dodgers. Maury talks about how he was able to latch onto the Dodgers organization after growing up learning the game in Washington, the influence Ty Cobb had on him, playing in DC as NL All Star, and more."

Thom brings on Ron Darling, World Series winning pitcher & current top notch TV color analyst. They cover his time broadcasting the 2005 Nationals,, early pro career & being traded to the Mets organization, the 86 Mets & his story of Game 6, the current Nats, and his thoughts on the current state of pitching.

Thom brings on veteran Redskins RB Chris Thompson prior to their season opener. Chris talks about growing up and his decision to play football, playing at Florida State, this year's Redskins offense and more.

Thom is joined by a former colleague at the Baltimore Sun, David Simon, best known for his work with the the HBO classic "The Wire". They discuss his new series "The Deuce", how it got made. always being associated with "The Wire", being a newspaper man, is a Wire movie in the mix, future possible projects, and more.