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Bandwagon Beach

John Gennaro
San Diego Padres
San Diego FC
San Diego Football Club
Major League Soccer
Dallas Mavericks
Padres
Sports Media
Luka Doncic
St. Louis City Soccer Club
LA Galaxy
Border Control
Super Bowl LIX
San Diego Sports Media
Unemployment
Juan Soto
Media Coverage
Peter Seidler
Podcasting
San Diego Fires
Roki Sasaki

John Gennaro is a longtime San Diego sports fan who occasionally blogs and podcasts about his fandom, his family and his life. Occasionally, he's joined by friends! bandwagonbeach.com

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Happy Monday! Well, kinda. I did not like the tenor of…well, anything really….that was coming out of the San Diego Padres FanFest at Petco Park this weekend. From A.J. Preller’s contract extension to the plan at 1B (and backup catcher) to the superst... more

I’ve been steaming ever since it turned out that Yu Darvish, who reportedly was planning to retire and void the remainder of his contract with the San Diego Padres, was in fact not planning on retiring and not voiding the remainder of his contract wi... more

I’m still testing out a bunch of Substack features, including continuing to play with the live video.

Today, following the news that the Mets had traded for Freddy Peralta, I flipped on the camera & microphone to talk about how bad things have gott... more

It had been long enough since I had yelled into a microphone and I missed doing it. So, I flipped on a live video (partially to test our the Substack system) this morning and loudly worried about the short-term and long-term future of the San Diego P... more

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Episode: PREVIEW: Cesar Hernandez reacts to the World Cup draws for USA & Mexico
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Episode: PREVIEW: Preparing for a chaotic World Cup
Corey Baird
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Keith Costigan
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Episode: PREVIEW: Keith Costigan talks 2026 World Cup & 2025 MLS Cup Playoffs
Jeff Rueter
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Episode: PREVIEW: Remembering Randy Jones & talking MLS Cup Playoffs
Dennis Lin
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Episode: PREVIEW: Dennis Lin: "It's very Padres, if you think about it."

Hosts

Darren Smith
Longtime San Diego sports radio host known for his engaging and personal style of sports commentary.
John Gennaro
Blogger, podcaster, and producer extraordinaire with expertise in sports media and pop culture.

Reviews

4.7 out of 5 stars from 60 ratings
  • You’ll love it!

    If you’ve been searching for a podcast where two middle aged white men agree with each other on how much they dislike conservatives, this is the show for you! They also sometimes talk about things the other person hasn’t seen and occasionally talk Padres. $5 well spent. Enjoy!

    Apple Podcasts
    2
    Brad in 619
    United Statesa month ago
  • thank you darren

    superb listen. thank you darren and john! lovely walk down memory lane. RIP Randy Jones

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    needlejuice
    Ireland3 months ago
  • Thank you!

    As a longtime Darren fan, it’s so great to hear his voice coming out of my speakers again! Really enjoy your guys’ dynamic. John, you’re the man for making this happen and it’s great to finally hear what you’ve got to say on this side of the mic!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    GpPpbOaM
    United Statesa year ago

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Feedback emphasizes a nostalgic connection with the hosts, particularly honoring past contributions in sports broadcasting.
Listeners appreciate the engaging dynamic between the hosts, often commending their candid conversations and relatable anecdotes.

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Apple Podcasts
#61
South Africa/Sports/Baseball
Apple Podcasts
#99
Ireland/Sports/Baseball
Apple Podcasts
#124
Mexico/Sports/Baseball
Apple Podcasts
#211
Taiwan/Sports/Baseball

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PREVIEW: Eric Gomez on Chucky's future with SDFC & Mexico, Philip Rivers' return to the NFL & new potential Padres ownership
Q: Does this unretirement Philip Rivers go in the play for the Indianapolis Colts?
Eric Gomez reflects on his personal memories of Philip Rivers as a Chargers fan and expresses excitement for his return to the NFL.
PREVIEW: Weekend Preview: All quiet on the San Diego front
Q: What did you think of the Mikey Varis interview?
John thought it was very good and noted his unique accent.
PREVIEW: Cesar Hernandez reacts to the World Cup draws for USA & Mexico
Q: Do you like this format of having more teams getting through to the knockout rounds?
Cesar prefers the previous World Cup format with fewer teams but acknowledges that more participants could create excitement.
PREVIEW: Cesar Hernandez reacts to the World Cup draws for USA & Mexico
Q: Is the World Cup draw an event that you would like to have covered in person?
Cesar initially felt bummed about not being there but realized the comfort of watching it from his hotel room as it was a chaotic event.
Weekend Recap & SDFC/Minnesota United preview
Q: Corey, how are you feeling about playing against Minnesota after experiencing tough kicks from Portland?
The matches are emotional, and we've handled it well. It's crucial to stay level-headed and focus on our game plan.

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Content created focuses primarily on sports conversations in and around San Diego, touched with personal experiences and cultural insights. Listeners can anticipate engaging discussions on various sports topics, including local teams like the San Diego Padres and San Diego FC, as well as broader topics in the sports world such as player trades, team dynamics, and upcoming events like the World Cup. Notably, the hosts weave in narratives from their personal lives and reflect on local sports culture, creating a relatable and engaging environment that extends beyond pure sports commentary.

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