Podcasts by Curtain Call
Mr. John J. Filippelli. You've heard that name mentioned countless times on YES Network broadcasts of New York Yankees games. Now, hear from the man himself, as he and co-host Kevin Sullivan pull back the curtain and give a glimpse into what it's like to work in the sports media industry. Along the way, the duo also pulls from Filippelli's massive Rolodex to interview some of the biggest names in all of sports.
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68. Michael Kay and David Cone from 2022-01-13T00:00
Flip and Kevin are joined by YES Network broadcasters Michael Kay and David Cone to talk about their amazing careers, new opportunities in 2022 in baseball for them and much more in this brand new ...
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67. Flip's Hall of Fame induction ceremony from 2021-12-20T00:00
On this week's episode, Flip and Kevin recap Flip's induction to the Sports Broadcasting Hall of Fame.
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66. Flip's Hall of Fame career from 2021-12-15T00:02:08
On the eve of the Sports Broadcasting Hall of Fame induction ceremony, Flip takes Kevin on a trip down memory lane to re-live all the amazing moments that made up Flip's Hall of Fame career.
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65. MLB offseason storylines from 2021-11-16T00:00
As Major League Baseball kicks into offseason mode, Flip and Kevin recap the Atlanta Braves' World Series victory, Buster Posey's retirement, free agency rumors, year-end awards and much more!
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64. 2021 World Series Matchup from 2021-10-26T00:00
Flip and Kevin talk about this year's 2021 World Series matchup between the Houston Astros and Atlanta Braves and their postseason leading up to the final series between the two teams.
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63. Yankees season recap from 2021-10-15T22:34:48
This week Flip and Kevin recap the season, discuss the Yankees & Red Sox Wild Card game, potential offseason moves, the 2021 MLB playoffs, the 2022 roster, and so much more.
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62. Yankees Wild Card preview from 2021-10-04T00:00
This week Flip and Kevin discuss the end of the Yankees season, their Wild Card matchup against the Red Sox, Aaron Judge, Gleyber Torres, and so much more.
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61. Yankees playoff push from 2021-09-17T17:30:43
This week Flip and Kevin discuss the Yankees' series against the Orioles, their playoff push coming down the stretch, the American League Wild Card race, Gleyber Torres, and so much more.
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60. A win-streak for the ages from 2021-08-26T19:17:57
This week Flip and Kevin discuss the Yankees' 11-game win-streak as they head into Oakland for a pivotal 4-game series. Flip also recounts an amazing childhood interaction with Yankees legend Lou G...
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59. The new-look Yankees from 2021-08-06T20:24:53
This week Flip and Kevin reflect on the first-week impact of Joey Gallo and Anthony Rizzo. They also discuss the surging Yankees, the current situation of the pitching staff, fan emails, John Sterl...
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58. Special Trade Deadline Edition from 2021-07-30T19:19:16
Flip and Kevin discuss the Yankees' recent moves to acquire Joey Gallo from the Rangers and Anthony Rizzo from the Cubs, other big MLB deadline trades, rumors around the league, and so much more.
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57. Al Leiter from 2021-07-23T00:37:52
Former MLB pitcher and YES Network color commentator, and current studio analyst for MLB Network and advisor for baseball operations with the New York Mets, Al Leiter, joins the show to talk about ...
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56. Hal Steinbrenner reaction, Subway Series preview from 2021-07-02T20:27:27
Flip and Kevin talk about Hal Steinbrenner's meeting with the media, the upcoming Subway Series and dish out 2021 midseason awards across the majors in this episode of Curtain Call.
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55. The Surging Yankees from 2021-06-24T23:18:24
Flip and Kevin discuss the surging Yankees, the enforcement of the MLB Foreign Substance Policy, Gary Sanchez's hot streak, and so much more.
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54. Bucky Dent from 2021-06-14T00:00
Yankees legend and 1978 World Series MVP Bucky Dent joins the show to talk about his career in baseball, winning back-to-back titles with the Bombers and much more. Kevin and Flip also break down t...
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53. First Yankees-Red Sox series in the books from 2021-06-04T00:00
Flip and Kevin break down the first clash between the Yankees and Red Sox of the 2021 season and discuss the outlook of the team heading into a crucial road trip.
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52. Erik Kratz is back! from 2021-05-27T21:42:02
After revealing that the 2018 Colorado Rockies allegedly employed a sign-stealing ploy similar to the Houston Astros, Erik Kratz returns to the show to discuss the fallout from his comments, steroi...
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51. Erik Kratz talks Corey Kluber no-hitter, his career and more from 2021-05-18T00:00
Flip and Kevin are joined by former major league catcher Erik Kratz to talk about Corey Kluber's no-hitter as a member of the New York Yankees, his career in baseball and much more.
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50. Bob Lorenz, the surging Yankees, and baseball jinxes from 2021-05-10T23:36:40
YES Network studio anchor Bob Lorenz joins Flip and Kevin to talk about the Yankees hot play of late, share Yogi Berra stories, assess the return of Luke Voit, and much more. Also, should fans and ...
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49. Here come the Astros from 2021-05-03T23:03:17
As the New York Yankees prepare to host the Houston Astros, Flip and Kevin look back at the sign-stealing scandal, including the punishment and continued fallout. The duo also looks at the Yankees ...
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48. Breaking down the Yankees' April from 2021-04-27T16:35:34
After the Yankees take three-of-four from the Indians, Flip and Kevin explain why it’s too early to worry about New York’s slow start. Also, the guys discuss the importance of Gerrit Cole, Madison ...
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47. Looking into the 2021 Yankees season from 2021-04-08T21:53:37
Flip and Kevin talk Yankees baseball and end the show with some 2021 season predictions in this episode of Curtain Call.
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46. 2021 MLB Season Preview with David Cone from 2021-03-17T20:12:23
Flip and Kevin are joined by former MLB pitcher and YES Network broadcaster David Cone to preview the upcoming 2021 MLB season.
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43. Ryan Ruocco on broadcasting, the Yankees and Nets from 2021-03-05T00:00:59
Flip and Kevin are joined YES Network broadcaster Ryan Ruocco to talk sports play-by-play, Yankees and Nets.
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45. Ryan Ruocco on broadcasting, the Yankees and Nets from 2021-03-04T23:00:59
Flip and Kevin are joined YES Network broadcaster Ryan Ruocco to talk sports play-by-play, Yankees and Nets.
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44. Yankees offseason grades, 2021 season and more from 2021-02-18T23:50:40
Flip and Kevin talk about what the 2021 season will look like from a production and baseball standpoint, offseason grades and more.
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43. Yankees offseason moves, Hall of Fame results and more from 2021-01-28T01:31:54
Flip and Kevin talk all of the latest news in baseball including the Yankees signing of DJ LeMahieu and Corey Kluber in this episode of Curtain Call.
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42. Breaking down the MLB offseason from 2021-01-11T20:37:30
Flip and Kevin break down all of the latest offseason moves, rumors and headlines in this episode of Curtain Call.
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41. MLB Offseason Moves from 2020-12-15T23:13:27
Flip and Kevin talk about all of the latest moves around Major League Baseball during the offseason in this brand new episode.
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40. MLB Award Finalists from 2020-10-26T22:28:41
Flip and Kevin talk about the 2020 MLB Award finalists, World Series broadcasts and more in this podcast episode.
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39. Yankees season recap from 2020-10-16T20:37:44
Following the Yankees 2020 campaign, Flip and Kevin break down the Bronx Bombers season and look ahead to potential upcoming offseason moves.
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38. Remembering Whitey Ford from 2020-10-09T20:02:44
Flip and Kevin reflect on the passing of six-time world champion and Hall of Famer, Whitey Ford, "Chairman of the Board." Ed Randall joins the show to reminisce about Ford's life and incredible car...
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37. ALDS Game 2 recap from 2020-10-07T15:02:13
The Yankees and Rays have each won a game apiece after their first two ALDS match-ups as Flip and Kevin dissect the decisions and strategies that went into Tuesday night's Game 2 victory for Tampa ...
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36. Yankees vs. Rays: Baseball's Hottest Rivalry from 2020-10-05T01:41:07
As the New York Yankees prepare for their ALDS showdown with the Tampa Bay Rays, Flip and Kevin break down what to look for in what has become baseball's hottest new rivalry.
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35. Guardian of Chaos, Big Daddy from 2020-09-21T18:27:58
In an episode unlike any other in Curtain Call history, Flip and Kevin welcome professional wrestling personality The Guardian of Chaos, Big Daddy. All three relive their own professional wrestling...
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34. Meredith Marakovits from 2020-09-08T19:23:41
YES Network's Meredith Marakovits joins Flip and Kevin to discuss her early days in the broadcast business, how she ended up with the YES Network, the challenges of broadcasting baseball in 2020, t...
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33. Subway Series success from 2020-08-31T23:00:26
Following the Yankees' doubleheader sweep of the Mets on Sunday, Flip and Kevin break down what went right for the Bronx Bombers, including Luke Voit's amazing hot streak, Gary Sanchez's statement ...
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32. Paul O’Neill from 2020-08-19T01:24:38
“The Warrior” Paul O’Neill joins Flip and Kevin to discuss what it’s been like calling New York Yankees games from his basement, as opposed to the booth at the Stadium, his beginnings at the YES Ne...
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31. Jack Curry from 2020-08-14T23:56:22
YES Network's Jack Curry joins Flip and Kevin to talk the latest Yankees news, including Gerrit Cole's first four starts with New York, Clint Frazier's maturation, and the importance of Jordan Mont...
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30. Michael Kay from 2020-08-05T00:51:23
Michael Kay returns to the Curtain Call podcast to discuss what it's been like calling baseball games in 2020, the fluid MLB schedule, the Yankees' hot start, Aaron Judge's offensive onslaught, and...
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29. David Cone from 2020-07-17T22:26:05
Opening Day is less than a week away and the Yankees getting themselves ready for another regular season campaign in the Bronx. Former Yankees pitcher and five-time World Series champion David Cone...
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28. Baseball is back from 2020-07-01T03:58:10
Flip and Kevin are back to discuss baseball's return, new rule changes, the Yankees roster, and coverage beginning on the YES Network for the 2020 MLB season.
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27. Breaking down baseball's return and the MLB Draft from 2020-06-12T13:06:09
Flip and Kevin return to assess baseball's potential return, including what the game will look like when it resumes play, particularly the impact of a universal designated hitter and divisional rea...
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26. Sarah Kustok from 2020-05-14T01:40:25
Sarah Kustok, YES Network's primary Brooklyn Nets game analyst, joined the network in 2012. She spent the first 5 seasons as the Nets courtside reporter before becoming the primary game analyst in ...
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25. Steve Schirripa from 2020-04-17T00:15:06
Actor Steve Schirripa has been involved in some of television's biggest hits, including The Sopranos and Blue Bloods. In addition, he co-hosts the new hit podcast Talking Sopranos. And now, he join...
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24. COVID-19’s impact on the sports world from 2020-03-20T23:49:36
Quarantined from their residences, Flip and Kevin discuss the impact the coronavirus has had on the sports world, particularly the YES Network.
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23. Peter Rosenberg from 2020-03-06T00:56:15
Peter Rosenberg joins Curtain Call to discuss his career in media, how he landed on the Michael Kay Show and his affinity for WWE. Plus, Flip and Kevin break down the latest storylines from Yankees...
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22. Brian Cashman from 2020-02-27T21:01:21
Brian Cashman joins Curtain Call to discuss the latest news on the Yankees as they opened up spring training earlier this month. Flip & Kevin recap the sights and sounds from Yankees camp in Tampa,...
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21. Astros apology fallout, plus Ted Shaker from 2020-02-14T22:29:59
The Houston Astros delivered apologies at the start of spring training, but not all baseball fans are ready to forgive the scandal that has rocked the MLB offseason. Afterwards, 13-time Emmy and tw...
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20. John Flaherty from 2020-02-07T00:08:06
Hosts John J. Filippelli and Kevin Sullivan interview former Major League catcher and current YES Network broadcaster John Flaherty. They discuss everything from Derek Jeter, to the Red Sox trading...
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19. Sign-stealing scandal takes over MLB from 2020-01-17T00:14:43
In this episode of Curtain Call, host John J. Filippelli and Kevin Sullivan discuss the latest developments in the Houston Astros sign-stealing scandal, which has led to multiple managerial firings...
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18. Boston Red Sox Scandal, Yankees final roster takes and HOF picks from 2020-01-10T23:16:25
In this episode of Curtain Call, host John J. Filippelli and Kevin Sullivan discuss the Boston Red Sox reported scandal, the Yankees final roster picks and who they think is worthy of the Hall of F...
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17. Gerrit Cole Signing from 2019-12-23T23:54:26
In this episode of Curtain Call, host John J. Filippelli and Kevin Sullivan discuss the Yankees' big acquisition of free agent starting pitcher Gerrit Cole, his agent Scott Boras, and what else may...
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16. Suzyn Waldman from 2019-12-13T00:40:14
WFAN sportscaster Suzyn Waldman joins Flip to discuss her life growing up in Massachusetts, her career as a musical theater actress, as well as pioneering the male-dominated field of sports broadca...
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15. Gerrit Cole, Stephen Strasburg, and the chances the Yankees land them from 2019-12-06T03:50:16
Will Gerrit Cole end up in Yankees pinstripes? How about Stephen Strasburg? Flip and Kevin discuss the possibilities of landing a big-time free agent pitcher. They also discuss Brett Gardner, Delli...
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14. Houston Astros Scandal from 2019-11-22T21:29:46
Curtain Call returns, with host John J. Filippelli and Kevin Sullivan breaking down the alleged Houston Astros sign-stealing scandal.
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13. Best of Curtain Call from 2019-11-07T23:23:31
On this special episode of Curtain Call, Host John J. Filippelli and Kevin Sullivan recap some of their favorite moments from past guests. We hear from the likes of Alex Rodriguez to Michael Kay an...
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12. Ken Singleton from 2019-11-01T02:29:33
The great Ken Singleton joins John Filippelli to talk about growing up in New York, being drafted by the hometown Mets, playing for the Expos and Orioles, shifting to the broadcast booth and so muc...
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11. Ian Eagle from 2019-10-15T01:17:17
Longtime voice of the Brooklyn Nets Ian Eagle joins Flip and Kevin to discuss the ALCS between the Yankees and Astros, growing up the son of performing parents, the impact of Kevin Durant and Kyrie...
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10. CBS Sports Chairman Sean McManus from 2019-10-11T03:55:08
Few people have been present for as many gigantic sporting events as Sean McManus. As the Chairman of CBS Sports, McManus has seen it all, from Super Bowls to Final Fours to the Masters. In this ep...
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9. Buck Showalter from 2019-10-03T22:39:44
Buck Showalter helped build the great Yankees teams of the 1990s, yet he was not there to enjoy the spoils. The former Yankees manager talks to Flip and Kevin about what it was like to miss out on ...
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8. Al Leiter from 2019-09-27T01:45:19
Al Leiter grew up a Mets fan, but was drafted by the Yankees. In this episode, Al talks about what it was like being selected by the crosstown rivals. Also, fast forward a few decades and Al's son ...
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7. Aaron Boone from 2019-09-20T04:07:33
Yankees manager Aaron Boone joins the show to talk about his team heading into the MLB playoffs. What did he see from Luis Severino in his return to the mound? What can Yankees fans expect from Gia...
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6. Yankees bury Red Sox from 2019-09-12T23:37:22
Last week, Kevin tried to convince Flip that the Red Sox would make the postseason. This week, with Sox out of contention in the AL East, Flip gets his chance to poke fun Kevin. Also, the guys look...
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5. Alex Rodriguez from 2019-09-06T06:41:57
Alex Rodriguez joins Flip and Kevin to discuss what it's like to transition from a sports star to a star in the world of pop culture. Also, hear from Alex as he opens up about some of the tough roa...
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4. Michael Kay from 2019-08-30T12:32:48
Following his throat surgery, Michael Kay joins John J. Filippelli and Kevin Sullivan to discuss how hard it was for him to NOT talk for five weeks, what it was like to watch other people do his jo...
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3. Chris "Mad Dog" Russo from 2019-08-16T13:39:51
Chris "Mad Dog" Russo joins Flip and Kevin to talk about his time at WFAN, relationship with Mike Francesa, the YES simulcast, and much more.
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2. John Sterling from 2019-08-09T01:17:40
The legendary radio voice of the New York Yankees, John Sterling, reveals how he comes up with his famous home run calls, talks about working with Michael Kay, details how he given his current role...
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1. David Cone from 2019-08-01T23:29:06
Former Yankees pitcher and current YES analyst David Cone joins Flip and Kevin to discuss his journey through the big leagues, including his perfect game, friendship with David Wells, time with the...
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Introducing Curtain Call from 2019-07-24T13:28:58
Mr. John J. Filippelli. You've heard that name mentioned countless times on YES Network broadcasts of New York Yankees games. Now, hear from the man himself, as he and co-host Kevin Sullivan pull b...
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