Outta The Park

Outta The Park Ep. 82, Oct. 28:18 - Guest - Erik Kratz

Catchers are a different breed. Erik Kratz, former Blue Jay and current Milwaukee Brewer, joins Barry and Matt to talk about the season that was 2018. Erik details the wonderful gesture his college buddies made happen during the post season and how he felt seeing many do something so wonderful for him. They boys dissect Erik’s journey and discuss his relationship with Barry during his time with the Toronto Blue Jays. Everything from catching a knuckleball, throwing a knuckleball and 1st pitch swings and strikes are touched on. Erik’s impression of former Blue Jays manager John Gibbons will leave you in stitches. The first pitch opens the dialogue on Charlie Montoyo, new Manager for the Blue Jays. Ask Barry Davis features a phone call to a loyal listener and member and she delivers and then some. Anne, the listener in question is affable and warm. You’re gonna love her. The results of the fair or foul poll are revealed. LETS TALK SQUATS! Its a catcher’s show, so its time to get nuts.

Sessions, Oct. 26th, 2018 - Guests - Buck N' Nice

Hip hop from the capital. Canadian Hip-hop duo Buck n’ Nice join Barry and Matt to shed some light on the Canadian hip-hop scene. Creators of socially conscious rap, the guys discuss the faults of the industry, streaming and how its affecting the up and coming artists and their thoughts on the masters of the art form. Hassan and Brandon are affable and intense wrapped into a wonderful package made from late 90’s inspired sonics with some masterful wordplay thrown in for good measure. Matt revels in a discussion about Drake’s place in the artform. The opening track debuts where, speaking of Drake, the guys look at the latest record he’s smashed. Crazy Stories gets into holding your number 2 for a long, long, long time… A Pause for Thought leans on Jann Arden. In My Life talks geography. All that and a little more thrown in for good measure. Sit back and enjoy some bounce on a Friday.

Outta The Court, Oct. 23, 2018 - Violence In MMA And UFC 229

Court is in session! Criminal lawyers Scott Cowan and Adam Goodman are joined by Barry Davis to discuss the aftermath of UFC 229 and the violence inherent in MMA Craig Bottomly, lawyer and MMA enthusiast joins in to offer some insight into the sport. The guys unpack many issues surrounding mixed martial arts and weigh on what they feel is acceptable within the confines of the sport and what violent actions are egregious. Its all laid out for you on Outta The Court.

Outta The Park Ep. 81, Oct. 21, 2018 - Guest - Marco Estrada

He’s a grinder. Marco Estrada, Blue Jays starter, joined Barry and Matt to talk about the season that was 2018. The guys talk about Marco’s struggles,his back issues and the experimental procedure he’s undergone to try and remedy what ails him. He pitched through a bulging disc all season long. Yeah. He’s unreal. The guys also chat about Marco’s family, his time in Toronto and, if he’s seen his last game in a Jays uniform, his thoughts on his time as a Blue Jay. The guys touch on David Price recently pitching the best start of his playoff career. He’s typically Marco: affable and warm and we adore him. The First Pitch talks manager candidates for the Toronto Blue Jays and the length of playoff games. Ask Barry Davis chats about Blue Jay prospects that didn’t work out and domestic violence in baseball. The results of the Fair or Foul Poll are revealed and they’re no angel! Have some quesadillas and listen to one of the nicest guys to ever don the blue and white.

Sessions Oct. 19, 2018 - Guests - In The City

Our condolences. Canadian pop duo join Barry and Matt in studio to discuss how the loss of a family member led to the creation of a wonderful song. “Best Time,” a celebration of life, is the song in question and Ashley and Timon talk about its genesis and how it felt recording something as personal as a song about the death of your mother. The two are open and affable and chat about how they linked up and the process involved in writing music together. From placements on Canadian TV to working with the Canadian Film Centre, the two are busy creating unique and beautiful music. The boys discuss New Kids on The Block and tackle cannabis and spiders on Crazy Stories. A Pause For Thought talks The Dark Knight. In My Life is about replacements. All that and much more. It’s Friday and weed is legal in Canada! Time for a Session?

Outta The Court Ep. 5, Oct. 16, 2018 - Angel Hernandez

Court is in session! Criminal lawyers Scott Cowan and Adam Goodman are joined by Barry Davis to discuss the situation regarding MLB umpire Angel Hernandez. Hernandez’s pending legal case against the MLB, his performance in this years post season and his history all seem to careen through the realm of legality and the guys unpack its nuance. Its all laid out for you on Outta The Court.

Outta The Park. Ep. 80, Oct. 14, 2018 - Guests - Matt Stairs, Johnny The Batboy

A bunch of Canadian baseball boys! Matt Stairs, former Blue Jay and Montreal Expo, joins Matt and Barry to chat about his career and be chirped about hockey. Matt discusses his prodigious moustache, his hitting prowess, AROD, and offers insight into his time with John Gibbons. Matt is self deprecating and humorous and you're gonna love his laid back way of working through life's WTF moments. Johnny The Batboy makes his triumphant return to answer many of the questions that have been sent our way. Its been a while and we forget how much we missed hearing "Hell-oooo Barry!" The First Pitch discusses Davis descent down the side of a building and Matt digs into reformatting the playoff scheme for the MLB. Ask Barry Davis talks walkup songs and Justin Smoak's contract situation. The results of the Fair or Foul Poll are revealed. All that with a hearty helping of Canadian baseball boys!

Sessions, Oct. 12, 2018 - Guest - Colin James

A Canadian music icon. Colin James, a name many of you know, was joined by Barry for a one on one, on location chat. Everything from the genesis of his stage name (spoiler: Colin James is not his real name) and who gave it to him and his feelings about his iconic first album are all discussed. Songwriting, producing and touring are just some of the areas the guys venture into. Colin talks being a blues artist, meeting and playing some of the industries all stars and where he’s headed. It almost sounds like fiction when you hear it told like this. Crazy Stories gets prankish is absolutely maniacal ways. Ebay and Amazon feature heavily. A Pause for Thought talks Chinese Military Strategy. In My Life is all about inter band dynamics. The results of the first ever Sessions Poll are revealed. Kick back and listen to a legend open up!

Outta The Court Ep. 4 - Assault In Sports

Outta The Court Ep. 4 - Assault In Sports by Barry Davis

Outta The Park Ep. 79, Oct 7, 2018 - Guests - Liam Hendriks, Ken Reid

Got ‘it, got it, need it, need it. Liam Hendriks, former Blue Jay and the only Australian born player to start a Wild Card game, joins Barry and Matt to catch up. Liam discusses what went wrong in the first inning. Aaron Judge tagging a ball out of the yard is something Liam touches on in frank detail. From being DFA’d multiple times, to the trials and tribulations of his professional life, Liam is open and honest. Ken Reid of Sportsnet joins Barry in studio to talk about his new book, Hockey Card Stories 2. They guys discuss bubble gum smell, misspelled names on cards, goalie masks and tons more in a wonderful trip down memory lane for two guys that collect cards. Super Fan Dan stops by to wrap up the Blue Jays Season and talk a little Raptors. Raj Suppiah talks hammies. Not sandwiches but hamstrings and how they are easily injured. The First Pitch gets heated. Ask Barry Davis talks managerial precedent. The results of the Fair or Foul Poll are revealed. It’s a Thanksgiving feast of content on OTP. Eat, drink and be merry with an Aussie and some Canadian boys.