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Talking About Birds: A St. Louis Cardinals Podcast

Nate Heininger & Ben Simorka
St. Louis Cardinals
John Mozeliak
Sonny Gray
Paul Goldschmidt
Jordan Walker
Bush Stadium
Cardinal Bloggers and Podcasters Event
24 Hours Of Lemons Race
Major League Baseball
Trade Deadline
Baseball
Heim Bloom
Mikolas
Alec Burleson
Willson Contreras
Nolan Arenado
New York City
Adam Wainwright
Bill Dewitt
Pokémon

The only Cardinals podcast dumber than running on Yadi. A weekly podcast mostly about the St. Louis Cardinals.

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Latest Episodes

The Cardinals make a big pitching bet, signing Dustin May and betting on a reshaped arsenal after one of the strangest injury arcs in recent MLB history. We break down what’s changed in his stuff, velocity, and pitch mix — and what it means for 2026.... more

We’re talking Cardinals news as St. Louis grabs Zak Kent off waivers, weighs growing trade interest in Brendan Donovan, drops in the 2026 draft lottery, and continues exploring a 2026 role for Yadi. Then we dive into Jordan Walker’s big Driveline ove... more

The Winter Meetings are here, and the Cardinals might actually be ready to move Willson Contreras — with reports he’s now open to waiving his no-trade for the right fit. We dig into what that means, what happens with Donnie, Lars, and Nado, plus the ... more

The Cardinals kick off the offseason with a blockbuster: Sonny Gray is shipped to Boston in a restructured deal that guarantees him $41M for 2026, while St. Louis brings back young arms Richard Fitts and top prospect Brandon Clarke. We break down wha... more

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Recent Guests

Jake Wood
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Daniel Shoptaw
A Cardinals blogger and podcaster
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Episode: "Doyle Rules!" Would Be a Lazy Title For This Episode (w/ Daniel Shoptaw)
Nick Pollack
Founder of PitcherList, known for fantasy baseball analysis and pitching insights
PitcherList
Episode: Pitchers Missed (w/ Nick Pollack)
Dan Szymborski
Senior writer for FanGraphs, ESPN contributor and creator of the Zips Projection System.
FanGraphs
Episode: unZIPped with Dan (w/ Dan Szymborski)

Hosts

Nate Heininger
Co-host known for his humor and insights about the St. Louis Cardinals, providing engaging commentary alongside personal anecdotes and player analysis.
Hambone
Co-host known for his light-hearted banter and comedic takes on baseball, often engaging in humorous exchanges and discussions with fellow hosts.
Ben Samorka
Co-host with a knack for blending analysis and entertainment, participating actively in discussions that inform and amuse listeners regarding the Cardinals.

Reviews

4.8 out of 5 stars from 66 ratings
  • Great show

    The guys are knowledgeable and informative. Great chemistry, with the right mix of baseball commentary and humor.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Lone Star Yankee
    United States8 months ago
  • These guys know their stuff and deliver a great conversation about the birds. Many times they take the words right out of my mouth (lately the frustrations) or they answer/address the question that I had been asking myself all week. Highly recommend this entertaining and informative pod.

    Audible
    5
    jbt
    United Statesa year ago
  • Entertaining and informative

    These guys know their stuff and deliver a great conversation about the birds. Many times they take the words right out of my mouth (lately the frustrations) or they answer/address the question that I had been asking myself all week. Highly recommend this entertaining and informative pod.

    Audible
    5
    jbt
    United Statesa year ago
  • Worth a Listen

    Surprisingly little talk about birds, but other than that it’s a quality show if you like the St Louis Cardinals and/or Arby’s.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    wonderdog10
    United Statesa year ago
  • Ben and Nate are two St. Louis Cardinals fan who host a weekly podcast talking about the birds on the bat. Great banter between these two with some really funny bits. Keep up the good work guys!

    Audible
    5
    Jonesy
    United States2 years ago

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The camaraderie among hosts makes for a warm and inviting listening atmosphere.
Hosts blend humor and insight, creating an enjoyable experience for Cardinals fans.
Frequent mentions of player performances and team news keep fans informed while entertaining them.
Listeners appreciate the engaging banter, but some desire more stats and analysis around bird facts.

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Apple Podcasts
#153
United States/Sports/Baseball
Apple Podcasts
#132
United Kingdom/Sports/Baseball
Apple Podcasts
#29
China/Sports/Baseball
Apple Podcasts
#121
Denmark/Sports/Baseball
Apple Podcasts
#173
Taiwan/Sports/Baseball

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Hunks Are Back
Q: How did your recent sporting experience compare to attending a Cardinals game?
The live experience of the Nuggets game was exciting with visible physicality, crowd interaction, and the overall atmosphere was quite different than that of a baseball game.
unZIPped with Dan (w/ Dan Szymborski)
Q: Do you have a realistic take, some realistic expectations for Cardinal fans on what we might see from Jordan Walker this year?
Walker hasn't really hit minor league pitching in a few years and it's concerning.
unZIPped with Dan (w/ Dan Szymborski)
Q: How are the cats in your life doing?
The cats are fine. My off season has been good.
Winter Manage Expectations
Q: Did you ask any players questions during the interviews?
Yes, I asked Brendan Donovan about his hair care routine and it got a big laugh.
Winter Manage Expectations
Q: What was your experience like at the Winter Warm Up?
It was a pretty incredible experience. I got to go as credentialed press and had really great access to player interviews and the press environment.

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Focusing primarily on the St. Louis Cardinals, the content often reflects both the team's performance and the personal anecdotes of the hosts, which adds a relatable and humorous touch to the discussions. Key topics include player trades, roster changes, and seasonal expectations, all accompanied by lively banter and playful debates. The unique dynamic between the hosts, who share a blend of seriousness in analysis and light-hearted humor, stands out, making it an enjoyable listen for baseball enthusiasts, especially Cardinals fans.

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