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Fun Is Good. That has been the St. Paul Saints Baseball Club's motto for 32 seasons. They are a minor league baseball team that has become known for their wacky, crazy, and sometimes outlandish promotions. From a nun giving massages during a game to ballpark-wide food and pillow fights, they are always trying to come up with that next big idea. Funny In Theory goes behind the scenes of the St. Paul Saints Entertainment Team with Entertainment Director, Joshua Will, and Vice President, Brand Marketing & Experience, Sierra Bailey. Together they will share stories about the entertainment side of the St. Paul Saints; they will talk about how different promotions came to be, strategies they use for coming up with ideas, behind the scenes details of games that fans haven't heard before, and, more often than not, they will get sidetracked and go off on a hilarious tangent. Because, like an on-field promo, no matter how much you plan for it to go one way, you never know which direction it may go. So join us every week for a good laugh and some insights into the world of the St. Paul Saints.

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Fun Is Good. That has been the St. Paul Saints Baseball Club's motto for 32 seasons. They are a minor league baseball team that has become known for their wacky, crazy, and sometimes outlandish promotions. From a nun giving massages during a game to ballpark-wide food and pillow fights, they are always trying to come up with that next big idea. Funny In Theory goes behind the scenes of the St. Paul Saints Entertainment Team with Entertainment Director, Joshua Will, and Vice President, Brand Marketing & Experience, Sierra Bailey. Together they will share stories about the entertainment side of the St. Paul Saints; they will talk about how different promotions came to be, strategies they use for coming up with ideas, behind the scenes details of games that fans haven't heard before, and, more often than not, they will get sidetracked and go off on a hilarious tangent. Because, like an on-field promo, no matter how much you plan for it to go one way, you never know which direction it may go. So join us every week for a good laugh and some insights into the world of the St. Paul Saints.

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Episodes
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National English Language Day | EP 105

5/2/2024
It's been a while! But we're back and in the midst of the longest consecutive stretch of games the St. Paul Saints will play at home in the 2024 season! This episode of Funny In Theory details the first 6 of 12 games with everything involving weather and wasted air time, to giveaways gone awry and the people that just can't wait their turn. It's all fun and games on Episode 105 of Funny In Theory! As always, thank you for listening and be sure to keep up with all the action on our social media platforms (Instagram, X, and Facebook)!

Duration:00:38:34

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Gratitude | EP 104

4/17/2024
On this episode of Funny In Theory, Sierra and Josh recap the Saints first full 6-game home stand against the Triple-A Affiliate of the Chicago Cubs, the Iowa Cubs. We discover Josh's big error on his debut as Saints solo PA, Sierra's moment of serenity is almost trounced, and burning a starter is still not worth delaying a game. As always, thanks for listening to this episode of Funny In Theory, and be sure to follow us on all your favorite social media platforms.

Duration:00:37:52

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Opening Week | EP 102

4/10/2024
On this episode of Funny In Theory, Sierra and Josh recap what happened during the opening of the 2024 Minor League Baseball Campaign at CHS Field. Thanks for listening and as always, be sure to follow us on Instagram, Facebook, and X for all the latest in @funnnyintheory!

Duration:00:26:43

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Siblings and Solar Eclipse | EP 103

4/3/2024
This episode of Funny In Theory previews everything going on in the world of St. Paul Saints Baseball as they head bravely and courageously in the first full home stand of the 2024 Minor League Baseball Campaign. Sierra challenges Josh to a game of "Guess the Celebrity Siblings", Josh provides us with interesting whale facts, and the solar eclipse (kinda) hits Minnesota. As always, thanks for listening to this episode of @funnnyintheory. Please feel free to follow us on social media for teasers and updates on future episodes.

Duration:00:29:34

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We Don't Know What We Don't Know | Ep 101

3/27/2024
This week on Funny In Theory Sierra and Josh detail the rough week that is Minor League Baseball's Opening Week. We here the laughs of the most adorable Primrose Student you will ever hear played over Sierra's phone on this podcast! Josh contemplates his mortality, and Sierra is adamant to live to be 100 years old. As always, thanks for listening, and be sure to follow us on Instagram, X, and Facebook for more of @funnnyintheory!

Duration:00:38:43

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A Century of Yapping | EP 100

3/14/2024
Well folks, we finally made it to three digits! Happy 100 Episodes from all of us at Funny In Theory! This week Sierra and Josh go back in time and try to guess who said what out of context clip from previous episodes. Josh recovers from a recent illness, Sierra plays her annual game of promotions Tetris, and the 2024 MiLB Triple-A season draws ever nearer. As always, thanks for listening and be sure to keep up with Funny In Theory on all of our social media platforms @funnnyintheory!

Duration:00:36:22

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The Eric Simon Experience | EP 99

3/6/2024
On this week's episode of Funny In Theory our hosts sit down with Saints Ticket Sales Account Executive Eric Simon. Simon began with the Saints as a full time intern in 2021. Immediately after the 2021 season he transitioned to a full time role in the sales department at CHS Field. Simon graduated from North Dakota State University and is the biggest Kirk Cousins fan you will ever meet. Learn more about Eric Simon on this week's Funny In Theory! Thanks for listening to this episode of Funny In Theory, be sure to keep up with us @funnnyintheory on X, Facebook, and Instagram!

Duration:00:39:27

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Shanar McGillicuddy | EP 98

2/21/2024
No, that's not her real name. But we do get to know more about Saints Ticket Operations Manager Shana McGlynn this week on the show. McGlynn will be entering her 4th season with the St. Paul Saints after she started as a Ticket Sales Intern in 2021. If you've ever had a problem with your tickets, chances are Shana's been the one helping you out! She makes sure the Saint's box office and ticket portal run smoothly. Get an even deeper insight into what that entails on this week's episode! As always, thanks for listening, and be sure to keep up with Funny In Theory on social media for updates and teasers on the latest episodes.

Duration:00:39:26

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Chris Schwab | EP 97

2/14/2024
On this episode of Funny In Theory we get some of the best stories over the years from Chris Schwab, current Saints Executive Vice President. Topics included range from running errands for Bob Dylan, babysitting 13-year-old Patrick Mahomes, and chasing chickens around at a college basketball game. You could say it was a crazy episode! As always, thanks for listening, and be sure to follow @funnnyintheory on X, Facebook, and Instagram!

Duration:00:39:49

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Zane Heinselman | EP 96

2/7/2024
It's an Assistant General Manager showdown on this week's episode of Funny In Theory as Sierra Bailey and Zane Heinselman fight to the death to decide who gets to keep Zane's old office. Ok, maybe they don't actually fight to the death. But this is the first episode of Funny In Theory where Zane Heinselman is featured. Heinselman recently returned to the Saints after a short stint as the General Manager of Forward Madison FC in Madison, Wisconsin. Before his time in the USL, Heinselman was, and upon his return still is, an important member of the Saints front office staff. He was an intern in 2014 and from there as hired full time as the organization moved from Midway Stadium to CHS Field in 2015. On this episode, we discuss Heinselman's years with the Saints, his time in Madison, family life, entrepreneurial ventures, the worst team statistically in the British Basketball League, and STDefense night! Thanks for listening! As always, keep up with us on Instagram, X, and Facebook @funnnyintheory.

Duration:00:52:58

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Mainstream Topics of Discussion | EP 95

1/31/2024
On this episode of Funny In Theory, Sierra and Josh discuss Taylor Swift's relationship status, Sierra has her first baseball season nightmare, Josh looks forward to his visit to the eye doctor, and everyone agrees the ending a podcast takes way longer than beginning a podcast. Thanks for listening and as always, keep up with us @funnnyintheory on X, Instagram, and Facebook!

Duration:00:31:28

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Eddie Coblentz | EP 94

1/24/2024
Eddie Coblentz joined the Saints as Director of Community Partnerships and Fan Services in March of 2017. The New Jersey native graduated in the year 2000 from Georgetown University in Washington, DC with a business degree in Marketing, minor in Psychology having played four seasons on the Georgetown Football team. Eddie's professional career began at the NFL Players Association followed by his initial baseball role with the Baltimore Orioles as a baseball operations assistant. He later accepted a position with ScoutAdvisor Corporation enabling a move to St. Paul where his first son was born in 2007 before relocating back east to join the New York Yankees in 2008. Eddie's time in New York included the opening of the new Yankee Stadium and a World Series championship 2009 season. Four seasons with the Yankees included the birth of triplet boys in 2011 resulting in a return to the Twin Cities. During Saints games, you will find Eddie around the Fan Services desk (Section 105 concourse) or conversing with guests and fan services staff. Eddie resides in Arden Hills with his superhero wife Airika, sons Fletcher, Cooper, Hudson and Nathan. Coblentz joins Sierra and Josh to discuss his background, coming to the Saints, and life as a father with triplets! As always, thanks for watching, and be sure to keep up with Funny In Theory on all of our social platforms such as; X, Instagram, and Facebook.

Duration:01:01:08

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Dan Rooney (aka Chef) | EP 93

1/19/2024
Hello to you! Welcome to this episode of Funny In Theory. On this occasion Sierra and Josh are joined by Dan Rooney, who plays Chef, one of the longest serving and most iconic Ushertainers. Rooney reminisces on life at Midway, discusses the transition to CHS Field for the Entertainment Team, and tells some goofy stories along the way. Music produced by Andrew Crowley. Thanks for to this episode of Funny In Theory! As always, be sure to follow along on our social platforms @funnnyintheory to keep up to date on the latest releases of episodes.

Duration:00:51:57

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Tom Whaley | EP 92

1/10/2024
In this continuation of Episode 91 of Funny In Theory, Sierra and Josh are joined by Tom Whaley. From 1993-98, Whaley served as the Saints’ Director of Operations and Assistant General Manager. He spent two seasons as the Director of Corporate Sales for the Tampa Bay Devil Rays before joining the Goldklang Group in January 2001. He was principally involved in the start-up of the Can-Am League’s Brockton Rox and the construction of a new baseball stadium and conference center in the Boston suburb in 2002. A year later, he was on hand when the Rox won the league championship. In August 2002, he returned to the Saints, assuming his current position as Executive Vice-President responsible for business development and was one of the instrumental people in making CHS Field a reality. He purchased an ownership interest in the Saints in 2005. He lives in Lino Lakes with his wife, Kathleen. Three grown children live in a galaxy far, far away. Whaley is the 2018 Board Chair for the St. Paul Area Chamber of Commerce. Whaley has stayed on as Executive Vice-President since the ownership change of the Saints from the Goldklang Group to Diamond Baseball Holdings in 2023.

Duration:00:10:42

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Back From Break | EP 91

1/8/2024
We're back! Welcome to a new year of Funny In Theory, a St. Paul Saints promotional podcast. In this episode Sierra and Josh briefly recap their time spent away from CHS Field during the holidays. Josh slowly works himself back into full fitness (physically and mentally), and Sierra laments her days as an intern in the NBA. Thanks for listening, and as always keep up with all the action by following us on Instagram, X, and Facebook!

Duration:00:24:44

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The True Meaning of Christmas | EP 90

12/20/2023
Merry Christmas to all of our listeners! On this episode Josh and Sierra enlighten us with all sorts of fun facts you may not have known about your favorite Christmas movies, Sierra discusses her wedding plans, and we get an in depth analysis on a Catalonian tradition involving poop. Yes, poop! Music provided by Universal Production Music. As always, thanks for listening to this episode to Funny In Theory and be sure to follow us on Instagram, X (Twitter), or Facebook for episode updates and teasers.

Duration:00:29:24

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George Tsamis | EP 89

12/13/2023
George Tsamis managed the St. Paul Saints from 2003 - 2020 where he won two championships in 2004 and 2019. Tsamis works part time in Saint Paul during the offseason running youth camps at CHS Field. During the season, he manages the Kane County Cougars in the American Association. On this episode Tsamis joins Sierra and Josh as they discuss his story in baseball so far, his favorite promotions, and why team travel to Canada can sometimes be difficult. Music produced by Andrew Crowley. As always, thanks for listening, and be sure to follow us on Instagram, X (Twitter), and Facebook.

Duration:00:45:46

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Sean Aronson | EP 88

12/6/2023
Sean Aronson is the Vice President / Director of Broadcasting & Media Relations and has been the play by play broadcaster of the St. Paul Saints for the past 17 seasons (going on 18). He joins Sierra and Josh in discussing his role with the Saints, his background, how his role has evolved, and why he got into broadcasting. Intro calls by Sean Aronson. As always, thanks for listening! Feel free to send us questions to sbailey@saintsbaseball.com. Be sure to follow us on Instagram, X (Twitter), and Facebook for teases and information on the release of upcoming episodes.

Duration:00:50:45

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Phil Lusardi & Disco Demolition | EP 87

11/27/2023
Disco Demolition, the infamous promotion during the 1979 Chicago White Sox season was the brain child of then future Saints founder Mike Veeck. On this episode of Funny In Theory, Sierra and Josh speak to one of the fans who was there, Phil Lusardi, who was one of the many adolescents that made their way to Comiskey Park on that July day! As always, thanks for listening to this week's episode of Funny In Theory, please be sure to follow along with us on Instagram, X, and Facebook! Music produced by Andy Crowley.

Duration:00:30:12

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Post Actual Vegas | EP 86

11/15/2023
Sierra recaps what happened at MiLB meetings this year in Las Vegas, Josh tells the story of when he opened for Tom Jones ("It's Not Unusual"), and the Saints figure out how to top the previous season. Thanks for listening! Follow along on Instagram, X, and Facebook for episode highlights and news. Music produced by Andrew Crowley

Duration:00:34:00