Chief Talk

In this episode, the media team sits with clubhouse manager JR Dawson to talk about life in the Peoria Chiefs clubhouse and his journey from his native state Alabama to Peoria. Plus, it's the return of Sabermetrics with Steiny! Producer Jacob takes you through the advantages when a team hits the ball in the air and goes through some notable player performances. Cody Schindler is on Twitter @CodySchindler_, Trevor Travis is on Twitter @_TrevorTravis_, Jacob Steinberg is on Twitter...

In this episode, the media staff sits down with Cardinals #7 prospect Jhon Torres to talk about his progression as a player. We also welcome back Director of Food and Beverage Cullen Munz to the show to talk about the new food and beverage options available at Dozer Park this season as well as the new Sam Adams Beer Batter of the Game promotion. Finally, Producer Jacob hosts an intern roundtable with box office intern Jordan and promotions interns Brian, Eddie, Payton, and Quinn where they...

In this episode, we talk to catcher Zade Richardson about his adjustment to High-A baseball and his life off the diamond. We also talk to our new Account Executive Kenton Smith about his role with the Chiefs and his previous work with the Tampa Bay Rays. Finally, the media team discusses the age-old question of the best ballpark food. Cody Schindler is on Twitter at @CodySchindler_, Trevor Travis is on Twitter at @_TrevorTravis_, Jacob Steinberg is on Twitter at @jsteinbergmedia, Kenton...

In episode two, we talk to second baseman Brendan Donovan about all-things hitting and his affinity for mixed martial arts. We also talk to our new Box Office Manager Samantha Cook on her transition to living in Peoria. Finally, we introduce a new recurring segment titled "Sabermetrics with Steiny" where we take a look at the advanced stats of baseball. Follow the Chiefs on Twitter and Instagram at @peoriachiefs and like our page on Facebook. Cody Schindler is on Twitter at @CodySchindler_,...

We are back! In the Season 2 premiere, Cody sits down with Chiefs manager Chris Swauger to talk about the team's development arc through the first month of the season; and Chief Revenue Officer Ben Garrod about his road to Peoria and the updated COVID-19 protocols at Dozer Park. New media team members Trevor Travis and Jacob Steinberg are introduced to the podcast, who talk about their backgrounds and life on the job. Follow the Chiefs on Twitter and Instagram at @peoriachiefs and like our...

In this edition of the Chief Talk Podcast, Director of Media Nathan Baliva touches base with the Voice of the West Michigan Whitecaps Dan Hasty, in what would have been a scheduled meeting, as the Whitecaps were slated to be in Peoria this week. Later, Broadcast Assistant Cody Schindler catches up with friend of the podcast and last year's broadcast assistant Matt Davis, who discusses his new job and gives Cody a vocabulary lesson. Finally, the promotions staff previews the upcoming Spirit...

In this edition of the Chief Talk Podcast, Director of Media Nathan Baliva visits with Courtney Boyd of Portillo's to introduce our new partnership and touch base during this shelter in place order. Later, Nathan and Broadcast Assistant Cody Schindler get into the spirit of Thursday’s NFL Draft by drafting their all-time Chiefs rosters. Finally, the football talk continues as we visit with Director of Food and Beverage and former college football coach Cullen Munz and Promo Intern Rod...

In this edition of the Chief Talk Podcast, Director of Media Nathan Baliva touches base with the Voice of the Wisconsin Timber Rattlers Chris Mehring to catch up during the Stay at Home order and discuss the ongoing Midwest League Madness Tournament. Later, Broadcast Assistant Cody Schindler is joined by 2019 Chief Tommy Parsons to discuss his rise through the ranks of the Cardinals organization among other things. And, the first ever agreement in a Cody's Corner segment, as Manger of...

Happy Opening Day! In this edition of the podcast, Director of Media Nathan Baliva sits down with Pop-A-Shot CEO Tony Stucker to discuss their recent move to Peoria. Plus, Broadcast Assistant Cody Schindler catches up with former Director of Ticket Sales Kate Voss to discuss Opening Day memories and her new role in Minnesota. Finally, Cody's Corner returns as Cody is joined by Graphic Design Assistant Mandy Vieceli to rank the best jerseys in MLB history. You can follow the Chiefs on Twitter...

In this edition of the Chief Talk Podcast, Broadcast Assistant Cody Schindler catches up with 2019 Peoria Chief Brady Whalen on his offseason and how he is dealing with the shelter in place guidelines while preparing for a baseball season. Plus, Director of Media Nathan Baliva sits down with Social Media and Community Engagement Assistant Sam McCloskey and Cody to talk about social media and other odds and ends things. You can follow the Chiefs on Twitter and Instagram @PeoriaChiefs, and...

In this edition of the Chief Talk Podcast, all guests join via the phone as we are currently sheltered in place. In the first segment, Director of Media Nathan Baliva and Broadcast Assistant Cody Schindler are joined by Ben Garrod, Director of Corporate Sponsorships, to discuss everything from Opening Day memories, to binge-watching television shows. We also took a moment to recognize some of our tremendous partners for the 2020 season. Later, Nathan is joined by Manager of Promotions and...

In this edition of the Chiefs Talk Podcast, Director of Media Relations Nathan Baliva sits down with Broadcast Intern Cody Schindler to discuss Chiefs Madness, a hypothetical bracket about who is the greatest former Chief of all-time. Cody then sat down with Account Executive Nolan Ard, who talks a little about his career as a DI baseball player. Finally, Cody moderated a segment on the season finale of The Bachelor, with contributions from Video Intern Krista Broom, Promotions and Fan...

In this week's episode Cody chats with 2019 Chiefs prospect Nolan Gorman and his new Cardinals teammate (and old friend) Matthew Liberatore at the Caravan. Then Nathan Baliva chats with our new Director of Corporate Partnerships Ben Garrod and we finish with a Weekend Warm Up Update from Austin Shone.

In this episode we announce our involvement in the MiLB Copa Program for 2020 and introduce listeners to En El Rio de Peoria. Nathan Baliva and Austin Shone chat with Peoria councilman Jim Montelongo and Christell Frausto from the Greater Peoria Hispanic Chamber of Commerce. Then Cody Schindler introduces you to one of our new sales guys Dylan and Nathan and Austin chat promotions.

In the 18th episode of the podcast, we talk to a former Midwest League player, sit down with one of our bullpen guys and discuss our top-5 favorite Minor League logos. First up, Community & Fan Engagement Assistant Emily Van Buskirk chats with father of first baseman Brady Whalen, Shawn Whalen. Shawn is a former Midwest League player and current Area Scout with the Milwaukee Brewers. He was just in Peoria to witness Brady give the Chiefs their 5th walk-off win of the season! Shawn talks...

In the 17th episode of the podcast, we take a strolll down Peoria Chiefs memory lane. First up, Community & Fan Engagement Assistant Emily Van Buskirk chats with former Peoria players Lars Nootbaar and Tommy Parsons. The outfielder talks about what he misses most about Peoria (and who) while the ace pitcher breaks down the process that led him all the way to Double A. The two joke about their favorite romantic comedies (a la Brady Whalen) and talk about their off-season plans. Next,...

In this episode of the podcast, we meet a few new Midwest League and Peoria Chief faces! First up, our Director of Media Nathan Baliva sits down with the voice of the Kane County Cougars Joe Brand to chat about the Cougars second half. They also talk about the Chiefs current series with the Cougars, throwing in some fun tidbits for you fans. Nathan also talks to Joe about his offseason broadcasting work with the University of Illinois at Chicago. Later in the episode, Broadcast...

*NOTE: The audio in this podcast was slightly distorted for some reason unbeknownst to our audio engineer. Please use cation when turning the volume up as some segments may be louder than others. Plus ignore the clicking in Nate's segment, that was just a mistake. Enjoy! In the 15th episode of the podcast, Peoria Chiefs Director of Media Nathan Baliva catches up with the voice of the Lansing Lugnuts Jesse Goldberg-Strassler. The two long time broadcasters reminisce about old times in the...

In this episode of the podcast, Community and Fan Engagement Assistant Emily Van Buskirk sits down with Peoria Chiefs relief pitcher Parker Kelly to chat about the Oregon natives season. Parker also talks about his relationship with his brother, former Peoria Chief and current catcher for the Arizona Diamondbacks Carson Kelly and stresses the important role that education plays in both their careers. Late in the podcast, Director of Media, Nathan Baliva sits down with our Head...

In the thirteenth episode of the podcast, Director of Media Nathan Baliva sits down with Peoria Chiefs catcher Ivan Herrera to chat about the start of the second half of the season as well as the Chiefs successful Hispanic Heritage Night! Next, Community and Fan Engagement Assistant Emily Van Buskirk and Broadcast & Media Assistant Matt Davis chat about the upcoming promotions and what has been their favorite part of the season thus far! We finish off the podcast with a brand new...