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“Edit:
I apparently reviewed this when it first started. While it did get a lot better technically, recently it has become two hours of variable listenability. Some good baseball content, interrupted by interminable stretches of discussion of players crapping. This show badly needs an editor who...”Read full review »
bherring24 via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
05/30/23
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“I didn’t mind Meg at first but dear lord, she just drowns on and on about nonsense. Talks herself in circles and makes sure to defend anything she says when it doesn’t need defending. And the constant squeals and noises, come on now.
She knows baseball very well but it’s become almost...”Read full review »
Tymo1991 via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
05/25/23
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“Intelligent and insight abound here and it will make you roll your eyes a lot at other podcasts’ vapid “hot takes.” The problem for me is that the focus on contracts, collective bargaining, draft rights, etc. gets pretty dry and never lets you forget baseball’s all about business, business,...”Read full review »
Dice All Day via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
05/16/23
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“I hope you’re ok. You are very appreciated.”
lll Chez lll via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
05/12/23
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“Love the several times a week discussion of various baseball topics. Still listening nearly 10 years after posting (most of) this review.”
Mojotronica via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
04/26/23
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“The analysis is second to none, even if it involves spilt popcorn on a plane!”
Matt B B Matt via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
04/19/23
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“They answer important questions, such as whether a mascot can propose to their partner on field without being tackled by security and/or others and whether Mike Trout would request a trade as a result.”
1reviewonly via Apple Podcasts ·
Canada ·
04/17/23
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“Truly one of the best, smartest, and funniest podcasts out there.”
Thom__99 via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
04/17/23
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“I dipped a toe back into this feed to see how things are going. Not well. They sound like two people who’ve been ruined by spending too much time on Twitter. When you have little or nothing worthwhile to say, no need to bounce your identical lame takes back and forth ad nauseum.”
brainslikepickles via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
03/31/23
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“WOW. PLATFORMING WRITERS WHO BREAK STRIKE LINES. A DISGUSTING NEW LOW. THIS IS A FOUL LOAD OF ANTI LABOR SCABS. WHAT’S NEXT? BACKING THE FASCIST OWNERS AGAINST THE EXPLOITED PLAYERS? BASICALLY MARGARET THATCHER AND HER JACKBOOTED UNION BASHING THUGS. TYPICAL WHITE PPL.”
Blatche me if you can via Apple Podcasts ·
Canada ·
03/20/23
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“How politics continue to make appearances on this show and the site bewilder me. Know your role, stick to baseball stats.”
J.bird_27 via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
03/13/23
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“This is one of the few podcasts out there that I know will always be worth a listen. I never miss an episode. Content, discussion, analysis and interviews that you will not find anywhere else. Do it.”
Jake Lampert via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
03/03/23
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“As a huge baseball fan, living in Singapore for the past seventeen years, this amazing podcast is, to me, like an oasis to a thirsty camel. Insightful! Witty! Meg and Ben are amazing. If you like shallow and irate, go someplace else. Meg and Ben are deep and insightful-and yet listening to them...”Read full review »
Donalddragon via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
03/02/23
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“Generally a below average podcast but my opinion is that Ben’s voice just isn’t good for radio. Too monotone, careful and bland. Also the show is just too deep and long for my tastes.
Also very left and woke when politics are brought up. 😬”
adhandyfaith via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
02/23/23
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“Can you just get on with baseball? Sick to f’ing death of the “who gives a crap” chitchat.”
childish drivel via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
01/23/23
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“In depth, thoughtful, and insightful conversations about current baseball. Often some historical tidbits or references thrown in, but this is my go to for the modern game. The only modern baseball podcast I listen to and recommend to people. Great guests and running bits! Keep up the good work.”
Uselessdave via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
01/13/23
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“It’s hornier now.”
tonyG3141 via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
12/31/22
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“When it was Ben and Jeff I liked it a lot but Meg is just intolerable. I stopped listening a long time ago but wanted to hear the take on the Correa signing/not signing story.
I tried. But the emotion and the amazement and the sighs…. I got 10 minutes in and they hadn’t said a damned thing but...”Read full review »
Crowell iTunes via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
12/23/22
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“Spent more time talking about 2017 than the actual WS, mentioned a QAnon theory, and avoided talking players like Giolito or Votto have mentioned that many teams were cheating.”
Kike kiks via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
11/09/22
“Seemingly even baseball stats are not immune from woke narratives these days. We get bombarded with this from everywhere else - please quit with the politics/diversity wokeness and stick with the sports.”
alsjfktkebjgbt via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
11/01/22
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“This podcast is simply the best. They keep everything in perspective. Lots of fun and great info. Intelligent conversations about baseball and sometimes it’s role in society. Ben and Meg are delightful. Easily my favorite podcast.”
Dog Money via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
10/14/22
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“I’ve listened to a lot of podcasts over the years, and Ben Lindbergh is the best podcast host I’ve ever found. I would gladly spend my time listening to him talk about Brussels Sprouts and toilet flappers. On baseball, even more fascinating! Love the format of the show too.”
JSPatMan via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
10/06/22
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“It is great definitely recommend to baseball fans”
nbanflnmlbnhl via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
10/06/22
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“Sometimes it is sufficient to say something once, instead of repeating it four or five times.”
CarlisleRJL via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
10/05/22
“Great podcast hosts in need of an editor (be ready for 30-40 minutes of banter before they get into actual baseball). And come on, how can there be a Fangraphs podcast without Michael Bauman?”
hannibalmo76 via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
09/30/22
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“As the thousands of 5-star ratings demonstrate, Effectively Wild is easily the best long-form Twitter advertisement out there. My Twitter usage has increased roughly 600% since I started listening. My feed is graced with back and forth banter between baseball writers from the Athletic or Jake...”Read full review »
gregk2f via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
09/24/22
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“It can’t be beat, it’s just the best baseball podcast there is!”
americanpig11 via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
08/24/22
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“You won’t find a better, more insightful podcast. It’s become a must listen for me and has been for some time. Great banter, thoughtful discussion and an incredibly informative show.”
ezpz246 via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
08/05/22
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“Mostly informative, often silly, but always a great and fun listen. The hosts do a fantastic job of providing onsite into the game while also keeping things light hearted and entertaining. They are well informed and prepared and bring on enjoyable guests from all facets of the game. Love the...”Read full review »
RI-Joe via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
07/22/22
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“But someone tell Jordan from CFB that if he says “right” one more time he’s never invited back”
Ortyort via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
07/01/22
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“This is the only podcast I’ve found that doesn’t waste time regurgitating all the same old junk stats (W-L, ERA, Avg, and RBI just to name a few) that are still given way too much credence, and is not boring. They find truly valuable information to talk about. I’ve been listening to this podcast...”Read full review »
RickywithanR via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
06/28/22
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“I’ve listened to this podcast since the mid-Jeff Sullivan era (so maybe 5ish years as of writing this?) and I don’t think a better baseball pod could exist. I particularly love how reasonable and wholesome this podcast is. Thank you Ben and Meg for all the hard work you do!”
alex.eichler via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
06/27/22
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“It’s light, funny and interesting. Meg and Ben are delightful and a legit pleasure to listen to. One of the few podcasts I really look forward to.”
Andylk via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
06/27/22
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“It’s the best all-around baseball podcast out there for baseball fans that are interested to always learn something new about the game that we love.”
vincent_1896 via Apple Podcasts ·
Canada ·
06/08/22
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“Can Ben go one episode without talking about Ohtani? Find something else already.”
be8365 via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
05/05/22
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“It’s hysterical to me that anyone would rate this show less than 5 stars. Sounds like a cry for help.
Effectively Wild’s combination of abundance and quality is flabbergasting. Literally an episode for every imaginable version of appreciating baseball.
Keep talking about labor issues! It’s...”Read full review »
Atlantifornia via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
04/06/22
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“Great banter on baseball, hypotheticals, and general nonsense. Wouldn’t want to spend my time any other way. This pod is not Nutting.”
Ford Ladd via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
04/03/22
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“Thanks for continuing to great episodes during this time!!! I’ve enjoyed it all and it helps get me through these days without baseball.... Meg is awesome!
Reposting. Still the best baseball podcast out there. The haters can back off now.”
Ryan Huckabay via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
03/18/22
“There aren’t many mediums I can publicly bring this to the table. I’m a longtime supporter and listener of FanGraphs. When I was out of work last year due to COVID, I had to make a lot of cutbacks. But one I didn’t make was my support to this site. I believe this site is incredibly important. The...”Read full review »
64rj__ via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
02/04/22
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Cizzle6464 via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
01/07/22
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“I’m sorry, but Meg and select guest cohosts NEED to quit talking about how tiring their jobs in sports media are. It is discussed for several minutes at the beginning of every episode and frankly enough is enough. It’s gotten old. If you’re that tired from your job, then obviously the healthy...”Read full review »
TwinsFan16 via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
11/04/21
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“This is the podcast that will get you excited again about the season unfolding. They hit all the right notes, and know just the right times to dig deeper. Such a great baseball podcast.”
alamosweet via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
09/22/21
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