🎙️ Shaun Larkin on High-Performance Coaching – New Episode!Major League Coach with the Arizona Diamondbacks, Shaun Larkin joins us to break down what it takes to become a better coach — not just today, but for the long haul.We dive into his 5 C’s of Coaching:ClarityCapacityConsistencyCourageCommitmentShaun shares his journey to the big leagues, the mentors who shaped him, and the lessons that stuck. We talk culture, communication, practice organization, and the importance of having fun and enjoying the ride.You’ll hear real stories from the field — working with players, collaborating with coaches — and insights that will elevate your coaching game.Whether you're just starting out or looking to refine your edge, this episode is packed with wisdom.Subscribe You tube for updated shows, also on spotify as baseball outside the box
🎙️ Baseball Outside the Box Podcast Episodewith your host Peter Caliendo:
Guest: Chris Vaccaro, IABFExecutive Trustee & Head of Communication plus U.S. Press Officer for FIBS
From building baseball development to building futures — this episodecelebrates nearly 10 years of IABF's impact on the game globally.
Host of the podcast PeterCaliendo dives into how the alliance between IABF and FIBS took shape, its goals of advancing youth development and upgrading facilities, and how it'sdelivering real impact:
*Italian prospects signing MLB contracts
*Italian players competing at the highest level — including in the WorldBaseball Classic
*Exclusive training via the Francisco Cervelli - IABF Baseball Academy
*A documentary coming soon: “Andiamo”, airing on Ciao USA TV Network
The IABF isn't just about competition — it’s about culture, community, andopportunity. Learn about their scholarship programs, fundraising events (thinkcigars, golf, and a star-studded awards dinner featuring Commissioner Rob Manfred — who, yes, is Italian American!), and the growing pride through Italian Heritage Nights hosted by more than 20 MLB teams.
Hear how Lucio Taschin and his club in Rovigo helped two players sign with the Blue Jays and Mets, and explore how you can support or join the movement atwww.IABF.Foundation.
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🎙️ Gregg Zaun on the Podcast! Former MLB catcher with 16 seasons behind the plate and a World Series Champion with the Marlins, Gregg Zaun joins us for an energized, explosive, and no-nonsense conversation you won’t want to miss. Subscribe on You Tube at Peter CaliendoWe dive into his journey to the big leagues, his time as a baseball analyst for a Canadian network, and his current role as manager of the Kelowna Falcons in the West Coast League.Gregg tells it like it is — honest, sharp, and deeply knowledgeable. From managing strategy and fundamentals to overcoming failure and bouncing back, he brings insight and fire to every topic.Tune in and hear from one of the game’s most candid voices. This episode is packed with wisdom, stories, and straight talk that coaches, players, and fans will appreciate.Subscribe on You Tube at Peter Caliendo and see all the episodes.
🎙️ New Episode Alert! **Former MLB Pitcher Jeff Fassero** joins *Baseball Outside the Box* to share his incredible journey to the big leagues — from grinding through the minors to pitching into his 40s — plus powerful advice for today’s pitchers on mindset, longevity, and adapting to the modern game.📺 Watch on YouTube: [@Peter Caliendo](https://www.youtube.com/@PeterCaliendo) 🎧 Listen on Spotify: [Baseball Outside the Box](https://open.spotify.com/show/your-show-link) ✅ Subscribe for updates — over **350 episodes** of elite baseball insight!
🎙️ New Episode Alert! **Former MLB Pitcher Jeff Fassero** joins *Baseball Outside the Box* to share his incredible journey to the big leagues — from grinding through the minors to pitching into his 40s — plus powerful advice for today’s pitchers on mindset, longevity, and adapting to the modern game.📺 Watch on YouTube: [@Peter Caliendo](https://www.youtube.com/@PeterCaliendo) 🎧 Listen on Spotify: [Baseball Outside the Box](https://open.spotify.com/show/your-show-link) ✅ Subscribe for updates — over **350 episodes** of elite baseball insight!
🎙️ New Episode Alert – Baseball Outside the Box Featuring: Nic Wilson, Assistant Major League Hitting Coach – Colorado RockiesNic Wilson joins the show fresh off his promotion to the Colorado Rockies’ Major League staff in May 2025, following a major coaching shakeup. Previously the club’s Minor League Hitting Coordinator, Wilson now works alongside Jordan Pacheco to guide hitters at the highest level.His journey includes: ⚾ Playing in the Tampa Bay Rays system (2014–2015) 🏫 College ball at Hofstra, Eastern Arizona, and Georgia State 🧠 A reputation for sharp hitting development and player-first coachingThis episode covers a wide range of topics, including:His path from player to pro coachDaily life and responsibilities as an MLB hitting coachHow he builds trust and communicates with hittersBalancing analytics with feel and instinctCoaching philosophies that resonate across culturesAdvice for young coaches and playersInsights for Korean coaches unfamiliar with his background. He will be speaking at the 4th annual ISG Baseball Coaching Conference, December3-4, 2025.What it takes to succeed at the highest level — mentally and physically📢 Tune in and share with your coaching community! 📺 Watch on YouTube: Search Peter Caliendo and subscribe so you never miss a show.
Coaching with Purposeby Keith Madison
Whether you're coaching baseball, basketball,soccer, or simply guiding young people, Coaching with Purpose is amust-read. Purchase at CoachKeith Madison – coachkeithmadison.com
Legendary University of Kentucky head coachKeith Madison shares timeless wisdom that empowers coaches of all sports—especiallyvolunteers—to help athletes grow mentally, physically, andspiritually.
This isn’t just a coaching manual. It’s a powerfulguide to leadership, character, and lasting impact.
👨👩👧👦Parents, this book also serves as a valuable resource for raisingstrong, resilient kids. If you care about developing people—not just players—checkit out. This is coaching with heart, vision, and purpose.
Keith Madison’s Coaching with Purpose is aheartfelt, practical, and inspiring resource for anyone who wants to lead withintegrity and make a difference—on the field and beyond.
🧢Keith Madison – Coaching Legacy at Kentucky⚾ Playing Career🏆 Honors &Recognition🌍Leadership & Service
Keith Madison’s Coaching with Purpose is aheartfelt, practical, and inspiring resource for anyone who wants to lead withintegrity and make a difference—on the field and beyond.
🧢Keith Madison – Coaching Legacy at Kentucky⚾ Playing Career🏆 Honors &Recognition🌍Leadership & Service
Baseball Outside the Box Podcast with your host Peter Caliendo**🎙️ John Goulding on a coaching legacy.
**🏆 5 Decades of Coaching Excellence** **🌍 Pakistan WBC Coach** **🎓 200+ Players in College** **⚾ Many in Pro Baseball—including Barry Bonds** **📻 Listen on Spotify:** [Baseball Outside the Box](https://creators.spotify.com/.../baseballoutsidethebox/)**In this episode:** From coaching in **Pakistan** to mentoring in the **Dominican Republic**, John shares insights from a lifetime in the game. Topics include: - His **coaching philosophy** across five decades - What to **focus on** to build a successful team - **Game management** strategies - **Practice organization** tips - How to connect with **today’s generation of players** - And so much more from a true **legend of the game**American Baseball Coaches AssociationUSA Baseball MLB Europe WBSC EuropeWBSC Europe BaseballBaseball Outisde the Box with Peter Caliendo Malta Baseball & Softball Association Baseball Softball Club Rovigo Baseball Federation of Asia Baseball CzechBaseball European Championship 2025 Baseball BC Baseball New Zealand
*Baseball Outside the Box* dives deep with Dipak Neupane, President of the Nepal Baseball Softball Association
From ancient traditions to modern fields, we explore: The roots of baseball in Nepal How they train coaches with limited resources National team goals and funding challenges Player reach and the rise of youth development Plus: ISG Baseball’s upcoming coaches conference in KathmanduThis is more than a game — it's a movement. Listen now: Spotify Baseball Outside the Box. You Tube Peter Caliendo and also on Baseball Blue Book/Baseball Outside the Box#BaseballOutsideTheBox #ISGBaseball #NepalBaseball #CoachingEducation #ChallengeTheStatusQuoTime stamp on the show:|00:01 – 03:45 | Introduction to Nepal Baseball Softball Association and Dipak Neupane’s journey | 03:46 – 08:20 | A quick history of Nepal and its introduction to baseball | 08:21 – 13:50 | Building baseball with minimal resources and major heart | 13:51 – 18:10 | Coaching strategies and player development across regions | 18:11 – 22:40 | Where players come from + cricket crossover? | 22:41 – 27:00 | National competition structure and international aspirations | 27:01 – 30:10 | Upcoming ISG Baseball coaches conference — impact & goals | 30:11 – End | Final thoughts, gratitude, and ways to support Nepal Baseball Softball.
🎙 *Baseball Outside the Box* dives deep with Dipak Neupane, President of the Nepal Baseball Softball Association
From ancient traditions to modern fields, we explore:
⚾ The roots of baseball in Nepal
🎓 How they train coaches with limited resources
🏆 National team goals and funding challenges
👥 Player reach and the rise of youth development
🌐 Plus: ISG Baseball’s upcoming coaches conference in Kathmandu
This is more than a game — it's a movement. 💥
🎧 Listen now: Spotify Baseball Outside the Box. You Tube Peter Caliendo and also on Baseball Blue Book/Baseball Outside the Box
#BaseballOutsideTheBox #ISGBaseball #NepalBaseball #CoachingEducation #ChallengeTheStatusQuo
Time stamp on the show:
|00:01 – 03:45 | Introduction to Nepal Baseball Softball Association and Dipak Neupane’s journey
| 03:46 – 08:20 | A quick history of Nepal and its introduction to baseball
| 08:21 – 13:50 | Building baseball with minimal resources and major heart
| 13:51 – 18:10 | Coaching strategies and player development across regions
| 18:11 – 22:40 | Where players come from + cricket crossover?
| 22:41 – 27:00 | National competition structure and international aspirations
| 27:01 – 30:10 | Upcoming ISG Baseball coaches conference — impact & goals
| 30:11 – End | Final thoughts, gratitude, and ways to support Nepal’s baseball journey
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Join the Conversation: Baseball Blue Book Goes Global! Its Free, network with college coaches, academies, promote yourself as a coach, player, put on your videos and so much more.
We’re thrilled to welcome Eric Wubbena, creator of the free Baseball Blue Book App, to the Baseball Outside the Box Podcast!
In just 30 minutes, you’ll discover how this platform is revolutionizing connections across the global baseball and softball community—bringing together federations, clubs, coaches, players, vendors, and academies like never before.
Want in? We’re inviting baseball and softball leaders from around the world to join us for a special Q&A session with Eric and me. Bring your questions, share your experiences, and learn how this app can support your mission.Stay tuned for the episode drop—and let us know if you’d like to be part of the conversation!www.BaseballBlueBook.com
Baseball Outside the Box — Where innovation meets the game.¡
Únete a la conversación: Baseball Blue Book se globaliza!Nos emociona anunciar que Eric Wubbena, creador de la app gratuita Baseball Blue Book, estará con nosotros en el podcast Baseball Outside the Box. En solo 30 minutos descubrirás cómo esta plataforma está revolucionando la forma en que se conectan las comunidades de béisbol y softbol en todo el mundo: federaciones, clubes, entrenadores, jugadores, proveedores, academias y mucho más.¿Quieres participar? Estamos invitando a líderes del béisbol y softbol internacional a unirse a una sesión especial de preguntas y respuestas con Eric y conmigo. Comparte tus experiencias, haz preguntas y descubre cómo esta app puede ayudarte a crecer tu misión.Muy pronto lanzaremos el episodio. ¡Haznos saber si te interesa formar parte de la conversación!www.BaseballBlueBook.com Baseball Outside the Box — Donde la innovación se encuentra con el juego.
🗣️ Talking coaching and global impact with a rising star in the game.
Had the pleasure of being interviewed by Mason Levasseur, a bright and driven grad student at Florida State University, aiming to coach college football. Former team captain, strength coach, and now diving deep into the international coaching world through thoughtful conversations like this one.
Grateful to connect with young leaders like Mason—he asked the kind of questions that show he’s ready to go far in this profession. Appreciate the invite and the vision he’s building.
🎧 Give it a listen and follow his journey. The next generation of coaches is shaping up strong.
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🧢 It’s Time to Bring Back Baseball Schools ⚾
Are we seeing more games and fewer fundamentals? Coach Peter Caliendo and Coach Jimmy Filingeri dive deep into youth development, calling for the return of Baseball Schools across the USA.
🎙️ Learn why top coaches believe teaching the basics, building character, and having fun are key to long-term success for young players. From pitch counts and practice habits to life skills and injury prevention—this episode is a game changer.
🔗 Listen now on Baseball Outside the Box: Spotify @baseballoutsidethebox You Tube Peter Caliendo & www.baseballbluebook.com
👏 Hosted by Coach Caliendo | Guest: Coach Filingeri (Clearing the Bases Podcast, ABCA Youth Committee)
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Coach Peter Caliendo shares some very short tips, and these will be expanded on our Baseball Outside the Box with Peter Caliendo First up Game-Speed Training vs. Repetition.
Too many players still spend hours in low-pressure reps. But baseball happens at speed—and if we want kids to react, make decisions, and elevate performance, we need to simulate real game chaos. It's not just about doing drills—it's about doing them under time, stress, and motion.
Next Mental IQ First. Baseball’s a mental game. Physical tools get you noticed, but IQ wins championships. How many players truly understand pitch sequencing, baserunning angles, or defensive positioning.
Coaches let’s talk about teaching the why behind the how. And let’s look globally. From Japan’s precise fundamentals to Latin America's flair and rhythm—these countries train different, and they develop instinctive, respectful, and passionate ballplayers. I’ve seen it firsthand, and we can all learn something from it.
One more Micro-Skills Matter. Everyone loves the big stuff—home runs, strikeouts—but let’s not ignore the catch-transfer-throw sequence. Efficiency on a basic ground ball might be the difference in a close game.
Finally Coaching with Collaboration. Dictatorship coaching is out. Dialogue is in. Let players co-create their training plans. When they’re invested, they develop faster and deeper—and they stay in the game longer.
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🎙️ New Episode Alert – Baseball Outside the Box Creating More Coachable Players with Jeff Krushell
One of the top minds in Sport Science & Athlete Development, Jeff has spent 24+ years with MLB and helped shape Baseball Canada’s long-term development model. He’s a global educator, podcast host, and a true force in the game.💡 Topics we dive into: ⚾ Why injuries are skyrocketing ⚡ Velocity vs. development 🧠 Vision & the brain game 📅 Early specialization & showcase timing 😴 Sleep, hydration, nutrition 🔥 Undertrained warmups 🧩 Coaches as problem-solvers📚 Plus: Jeff’s new course on Creating More Coachable Players—a must for coaches at all levels, especially volunteers working with youth.🎧 Listen & Subscribe: 🔗 BaseballBluebook.com 📺 YouTube | 🎵 Spotify 📘 JeffKrushell.com – Sign up for the course!
We are back, after 2 years off we are so excited to be back, Baseball Outside the box, the show that interviews baseball greatest minds who also do not mind challenging the status quo, your host, Peter Caliendo, Former USA Baseball National Team Coach. We will start off highlighting to major topics, if not the top 2, Mental Skills and Vision, without these two we are not sure how you accomplish your skills and compete at a very good level. They go hand and hand. Look for several shows on these topics to start the first 4-5 shows.On todays Show, Kellen Lee, Mariners Mental Skills Coach.Experienced Certified Mental Performance Consultant (CMPC) with a MA in Sport Psychology and a PhD in Performance Psychology. Looks to enhance human performance through deliberate training of Mental Performance Enhancement techniques to various populations such as elite athletes, military personnel, and organizations. Proficient in Spanish.
Italian National Team Coach & great friend Lucio Taschin joining Baseball Outside the Box Podcast. Lucio Taschin We discuss pitching development, the bio-mechanical, as important the mental training for pitchers, preparation prior to pitching in a game and post so you can recover faster, baseball in Italy, issues they have with pitchers, pitchers who have signed professional contracts, Italian baseball history and his club Baseball Softball Club Rovigo One of the best baseball development organizations in Italy as well as around the world.
Coach Caliendo knows how luck he is to be in baseball over 40 years and traveling over 55 countries to speak to coaches. Also, this has helped him learn from coaches all over the world.
Coach Caliendo explains that he is so lucky to be in the game 45 years and especially to travel to over 55 countries to help coaches and learn from many.
🎙️ New Episode: From Army to the Ballfield — Leadership Lessons with Colonel Jeffrey J. Del FuocoThis week on Baseball Outside the Box, Peter Caliendo interviews Colonel Jeffrey J. Del Fuoco — U.S. Army Colonel (Ret.), attorney, baseball coach, and podcast host.They explore:⚾ Military discipline applied to baseball⚾ Coaching today’s athletes through failure⚾ Legal/ethical issues in youth sports⚾ His podcast mission & leadership journey🎧 LISTEN NOW:👉 https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/baseballoutsidthebox