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“I’ve always liked podcast but I could never find a sports one I really liked until I listen to this I like how much detail there and the interviews with players and coaches!”
Babybuns_2346 via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
01/29/24
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“Heard about this show at 99% invisible but as a baseball fan I love the show”
So incredibly beautiful shows via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
11/06/23
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“In depth analysis of the Astros and MLB’s sign stealing scandal. Great to hear the history and insight into what happened. I love how he seeks to tell the truth and doesn’t pull any punches yet gives Jeff Ludnow a voice to tell his story. Gives a much bigger picture of what was going on in MLB...”Read full review »
DBrebel2000:) via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
10/14/23
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“I’ve read Moneyball and Astroball and I’m also a huge Astros fan. This enlightening me to the complete story and I highly recommend anyone who is curious about the 2017 Astros scandal to give all 6 episodes a listen.”
BrotherBeals via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
08/06/23
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“Lots of incomplete biased information and ignores the fact many other teams were doing the same thing”
sae83 via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
11/12/22
“I’m a huge Astros fan, I loved Ben’s unbiased approach to the 2017 Sign Stealing Scandal. He provides epic details and uncovers an enormous amount of facts. While at the same time, combining it all into an easy to follow, incredible audio documentary. It gave me much needed perspective on the...”Read full review »
preskoz17 via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
09/08/22
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“I’m not even a big baseball fan but this was fascinating. I literally listened to it all in one day. Great job guys!”
AtlantaTorman via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
05/05/22
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“Well done. I appreciated the history of the Astros baseball franchise woven into the facts of the scandal.”
Heytell8 via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
01/30/22
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“I have recommended this to all my friends & family who take any interest in the game of baseball. Knowing the background & the happenings since the cheating scandal provide context for how the trash can scheme ever came about…& what else may happen in the future. Well done, Mr. Reiter.”
Rich84663 via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
11/26/21
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“Great podcast from start to finish. Was amazed that such a well researched podcast about recent events could come out so soon but it became evident that the host’s close proximity to the team years earlier helped him to navigate this story with a head start. Might need to come up with a bonus...”Read full review »
Pmacattack10 via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
06/05/21
“I grew up watching baseball but can’t say I’ve watched a game in a decade. This show is BRILLIANT. The story is really deftly told by an embedded journalist who doesn’t make too much of his own substantial role in the story.
It looks at the organisational culture and personalities of the corrupt...”Read full review »
james in oxford via Apple Podcasts ·
Great Britain ·
04/11/21
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“No one but Reiter could have told this story so well.”
Keef66 via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
03/16/21
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“Living in Houston I thought I was up on the scandal, it’s causes and the like. Once I started listening to this podcast, I couldn’t stop. So much great information, unbelievably well presented.”
Hogs92 via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
03/02/21
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“I’ve listened to this podcast a few times through and have found new ways to think about this incredibly complex story each time.
Big thank you to Reiter and the team to deliver such an insightful and enjoyable podcast. Really impressed by the balance, care and thoughtfulness put into this...”Read full review »
Tyler_B_14 via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
02/18/21
“I really enjoyed this podcast. It was a bit dry in a few areas, but haha, it’s about baseball — it’s really interesting and very well put together. Still five stars!”
The Bovee via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
02/03/21
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“I listened to the first episode and can’t wait to roll through the next episodes. I love sports podcasts that come from subject matter experts who aren’t afraid to admit mistakes but celebrate successes.”
MountainMan_Drew via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
02/03/21
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“Wow! This was so well put together! Terrific! It felt more like a suspense movie playing out in each segment!
To be clear... I am not a huge baseball fan, frankly I find it hard to watch yet I love to play. The personalities here are what drew me in the most and the life lessons that come...”Read full review »
Mcd's via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
01/22/21
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“The host writes a book about the Astros subtitled “the new way to win it all.”
His “incredible access” alleges to explain how the Astros went from cellar dweller to world champions in just a few years.
The book sold well, the author gained a degree of fame and then it is revealed that the Astros...”Read full review »
Moose4444 via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
01/19/21
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“I absolutely loved this podcast! I’m a huge baseball fan, specifically a Dodger fan so this series was very good!!! Can’t wait for more!!”
Dodgers-15 via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
01/18/21
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“Thanks for the information and entertainment. I have shared this podcast with friends!”
70 Dude via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
01/15/21
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“Started at the gym and couldn’t stop listening. Can’t wait to hear the next series.”
Nfieldflyguy via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
01/02/21
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“What a great recap on one of the black marks of baseball. Just as the steroid scandal is getting behind us along comes this. I hurt for those players who were damaged by the cheaters. Shame on everyone who knew and said nothing! Each episode told a story; each episode exposed more who cheated.
I...”Read full review »
Click on Detroit via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
01/01/21
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“I would love to see a follow up series on the New England Patriots organization. Many similarities exist.”
cmc560 via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
12/31/20
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“This was one of the best podcasts that I have ever listened to. I went in hating the Astros, but in fact, came out of this angry at all of baseball operations. If you love baseball. This is a must listen !”
SrDanO via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
12/30/20
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“One episode in and I am hooked. Well written & produced. Interviews and highlights included with the story telling brings me to a time of watching a “must watch” TV series where I would anticipate the next week’s episode with great desire. Can’t wait to finish the story.”
a_knucklehead via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
12/30/20
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“Left on a crazy cliffhanger! Come on season 2!”
carlsunder via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
12/27/20
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“Very informative and thorough.”
StoneCutter01 via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
12/21/20
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“An excellent series! Takes the core story of the Astros and uses it to explore the working world of baseball & the role money plays in it. Riveting listening, even if, like me, you’re not such a big baseball fan.”
Montaigne's Cat via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
12/12/20
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“Fantastic job of seeking the truth. This is journalism 2020. After completing the entire series, I feel very informed. Thanks Ben! Didn’t always like what I learned, but I have no question this is the truth.”
TX HS Baseball Coach via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
12/10/20
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“As a Texas Rangers fan I have never been a fan of the Astros, so when I saw you were going to talk about their cheating scandal I knew I had to listen. It was a great podcast really shined a light at the players in the game and how easily they adapted their cheating when they were caught by...”Read full review »
seniorgal02 via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
11/30/20
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“This guy is crying because his team cheated? Other than that I loved it”
Jh1424 via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
11/30/20
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“Absolutely loves it, very informative. I don’t even like baseball but the show is a proper 10/10”
zomboy n kush via Apple Podcasts ·
India ·
11/29/20
“I’m only 2 episodes in and I can already tell this is a must listen podcast. Stros fan or not casual fan or not u will enjoy this podcast”
ACBallin165433355643367337 via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
11/28/20
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“Listening to this podcast has engaged me in this topic. And the HOUSTON ASTROS are still the 2017 WORLD SERIES CHAMPS!!!”
Zeus319 via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
11/24/20
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“Great podcast. I thought it was extremely well done and interesting.”
JJChalf via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
11/24/20
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“This was great from start to finish. I crushed the whole thing in a day because I just couldn’t stop.”
flipgatey3 via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
11/21/20
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“A very good podcast. The only thing I wasn’t a fan of was that the narrator went from telling the story to then doing and ad.”
colonyhkman via Apple Podcasts ·
Hong Kong ·
11/21/20
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“Great podcast, I wish there were more episodes to listen to! Love the storytelling”
Emma-Houghton-1 via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
11/20/20
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“Great for sports fan to help them get through their pandemic doldrums. Although it probably goes a bit too easy on Jeff Luhnow.”
danielramckenzie via Apple Podcasts ·
Canada ·
11/20/20
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“Hooked 15 minutes into the first episode. Can’t wait to listen to episode 2. Even if you’re a casual baseball person you will enjoy this podcast.”
MLuke34 via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
11/19/20
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“This is a fantastic podcast. It sheds a ton of light on the scandal, the characters involved, the history of sign-stealing and the repercussions of the scandal from various viewpoints.
Ben does an excellent job not only bringing the facts to light but also uncovering the “why”.”
MEL-vynn via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
11/17/20
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“Great production and eye opening factual details. Terrific.”
sontabe123 via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
11/17/20
“A friend recommended this podcast to me and I’m so glad I checked it out. Ben Reiter does a fantastic job with this scandalous story, covering the early days of the Astros through the 2020 season. Very much a must listen for all baseball fans.”
63()5 via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
11/16/20
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“I heard about this podcast in one of the morning shows he was on promoting it.
I was looking to learn more about the details of how they went about it. It was a very good listen. Every minute was valid and no fluff to drag you along. Great job!”
BB is the new SM via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
11/16/20
“This podcast is excellent. It helped me, after three years, and a lifetime (58 yrs.), to finally reconcile and restore a sense of peace, a fragile peace, toward sports, in general, baseball, in particularly. I am a sports fan first, I love almost all sports, but the biggest part of my sports...”Read full review »
Judge Taz via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
11/15/20
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“A great great podcast the topic is perfect. Execution is top notch. The human touch in the narration is dope as well. Definitely a great listen. Would commit to any other future work from him”
Obzzzz via Apple Podcasts ·
Canada ·
11/15/20
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“I came upon The Edge because I was interested in the Astros fall from grace. I thought I basically knew the story. And I did... sort of. But The Edge provided so much color and insight, from showing the concrete effects on people’s’ lives, to analyzing the exact methods of cheating. The...”Read full review »
dan+brod__ via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
11/13/20
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“One other person may have benefited from the cheating scandal. The ball player that replaced Mike Bolsinger when he was sent down to the minors. I wonder who that was and what became of his career.
Mr Reiter, this was an excellent podcast.
Thank you.”
Indians65 via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
11/13/20
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