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Join us for a wide-ranging chat with George Vogel, legendary Cincinnati sports journalist and Reds enthusiast. From his early fandom and iconic players to a firsthand account of historic Reds moments, George shares insights and stories from decades of covering Cincinnati sports.

In this episode:

• George’s childhood baseball memories and early Reds fandom
• Favorite Reds players from Johnny Bench to Kyle Schwarber
• Reminiscences of managerial legends Pete Rose and Lou Piniella
• Behind-the-scenes stories of how George broke into sports journalism
• Celebrating key Reds moments like Tom Browning’s perfect game and Pete Rose’s return
• The legendary "most memorable visit" to Reds games
• Personal reflections on the Reds’ decision-making and uniform choices
• Fun categories: favorite Reds head of hair, go-to ballpark foods, and most intimidating players
• George’s take on Reds rivals he despises
• His favorite baseball movies and dream team scenarios

TIMESTAMPS:

• (00:00) – Welcome and introduction to George Vogel
• (01:11) – George’s first memories of Reds and baseball fandom
• (03:39) – Favorite Reds players and how their legacies impacted him
• (07:36) – Interactions with Reds managers and insights into Pete Rose and Lou Piniella
• (10:24) – How George started in broadcasting and his early career path
• (13:46) – Memorable moments from George's career covering Reds and Cincinnati sports
• (19:20) – Redirecting a historical Reds decision with the “time machine” question
• (21:52) – Reds rivalries and players he truly despises
• (23:44) – Designing a Reds Mount Rushmore
• (25:42) – Creating a Reds fantasy dinner party lineup
• (28:12) – Players George wishes to see in Reds uniform
• (29:48) – Favorite ballpark foods and game-day snacks
• (30:42) – The night George remembers where he was for Tom Browning’s perfect game
• (36:08) – George’s favorite baseball movies
• (38:15) – Best Reds uniform design and the iconic look
• (39:35) – Backup players George admires
• (42:25) – Most memorable Reds moments with fans and the city
• (45:57) – The nicest Reds players George has met
• (46:53) – Players he’d want on his bench in a brawl
• (49:37) – Top Reds hairdo and the wildest player nicknames
• (48:35) – Race around the bases: Sanders, Hamilton, or De La Cruz
• (50:46) – George's reflections on his retirement and future plans

RESOURCES & LINKS:

• Johnny Bench profile (example placeholder)

• Kyle Schwarber on MLB*

• Tom Browning’s perfect game highlights*

• Reds Uniform History*

• Sean Casey - Reds Player Profile*

• Major League Baseball Movie — "Major League"*

• Trevor Hoffman "Hell's Bells" Walk-Up*

• Cincinnati Sports Hall of Fame (example placeholder)

CONNECT WITH GEORGE:

• Twitter (hypothetical)

• LinkedIn (hypothetical)

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