When you grow up in Sacramento and play college ball in L.A; you don't exactly dream of playing in cold weather, in a city that is the quintessential "small market". But the warmth GEOFF JENKINS felt (and still feels) from the Milwaukee Brewers organization is enough to keep the fire lit. Named to the Brewers Wall of Honor, Geoff had the 4th most home runs in Brewers history, only behind Robin Yount, Ryan Braun and Prince Fielder.
But it was his one year in Philadelphia that got him his World Series ring.
A fascinating man with an incredible sense of humor, this episode of The Approach Shot with GEOFF JENKINS is a must listen.
And it's conversations like this that made The Approach Shot the 2026 award of distinction winner for Best Sports interview and best co-hosts.

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At 88 years old, you'd think NFL Hall of Famer RON MIX would be slowing down a bit, but his competitive fire still burns brightly. The NFL hall of Famer and 8x AFL All Star and AFL champion uses his experience and cunning to fight on behalf of former NFL players as President of the PFRPA (Pro Football Retired Players Association), where he works with other former greats like Jack Youngblood, Mike Singletary, Ahman Green to name a few to help players that are in need.
Ron talks about those players, who put their bodies (and brains) through the wars of professional football, their lingering health issues, and how the PFRPA are helping those players and their families.
Ron also reveals why he "hates" golf (turns out he doesn't really HATE it), and gives us his take on today's NFL. It's a fascinating view through the eyes of a man who has does it all and a must listen.

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Subjects we got to cover with JOHN SMOLTZ:

Today's game (and why pitchers are getting hurt more often)? CHECK
His love and respect for the man who gave his the nickname Marmaduke? YOU BETCHA
Game 7 of the 1991 World Series? OF COURSE
His favorite junk food? WHY NOT

Smoltzie was 100% authentic, funny, determined, and entertaining as could be on this All Star episode of the 2026 Communicator Award winning podcast The Approach Shot.

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You know how they say everything is better in Texas? Well, at 6'6", 338 FLOZELL ADAMS had the SIZE to be one of the greatest offensive lineman of his time. But it's not JUST the size that worked. He always had a plan, whether it was to knock the defender on his rear end, or to finesse his opponent, "Flo" reveals his secret to success- listening!

This episode isn't just power and performance; far from it. Flo is hilarious, and I mean genuinely funny, insightful and just uniquely Flozell Adams. This episode is the reason you listen to podcasts in the first place.

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Bryce Paup's toughness comes from his years of being looked over, played at the wrong position and then BAM! everything clicked. But don't think he just fell into the right situation. His toughness comes from the right attitude, work ethic and doing the right thing over and over again. He'd call himself "old school" if old school means "you reap what you sew."

Sure, he has a great sense of humor, and is a proud, protective Dad. And he sure loves to talk about golf, even if his game is a work in progress.

Strap on your pads, cause this hard hitting episode is an absolute blast!

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Great story about his friendship with Betty White? You bet!

Golf with some great celebrities? Yup!

How Dick Clark gave him great life advice? Oh yea!

Heartwarming stories of rescuing and helping animals? Right here!

Amazing, life changing stories about some of the subjects on "Cheaters"? You better believe it!

TOMMY HABEEB is a one of the great television hosts of this generation. Of course, he really wants to be more known as an actor. After all, that's how it all started!

He's a Hollywood insider that's just as comfortable OUTSIDE Hollywood. Great stories abound on this episode of The Approach Shot.

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Do we ask Dave how he created the original PHANATIC persona? You bet!
Talk about his relationship with Philly fans? Of course!
His "relationship" with Tommy Lasorda? You better believe it

We also talk about how the national media has dubbed Dave the "hero of happiness", and his ability to show how humor in the workplace can add productivity and slow turnover to small and large companies.

And golf? Oh does Dave love his golf, including playing with Steve Elkington, Fred Couples and even Philly great Mike Schmidt. Dave, like a lot of people played golf as a way to bond with his Dad, and he talks about that bond, too.

The hero of happiness brings smiles, great stories and a few surprises to this very special episode of The Approach Shot.

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We ask Joel Hanrahan:

What happened on your first major league at bat?
Was there really a game in which you were the winning pitcher, while not being on the winning team's roster?
Who used to be your BP pitcher growing up?
Did you really go out and eat 20 chicken wings the day before you pitched?
Ever had a hole in one?

So many subjects, so little time, so we put the hammer down and got JOEL HANRAHAN to tell us everything.

This is a funny, insightful and completely entertaining episode of The Approach Shot, presented by Fan Duel.

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