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The Book of Joe with Joe Maddon & Tom Verducci

The Book of Joe with Joe Maddon & Tom Verducci

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Borrowing the podcast title from their forthcoming book, three-time Manager of the Year Joe Maddon and three-time Sportswriter of the Year Tom Verducci provide exclusive insight, commentary and discussion on the MLB postseason, from the stars to the strategy.

As manager of the 2016 Cubs team that broke a 108-year championship drought, Maddon knows what it takes to navigate October pressure. Part Phil Jackson, part Yogi Berra, Maddon brings unique and entertaining takes on not just on dugout strategy but also life lessons and leadership - not to mention classic cars and rock and roll.

A five-time Emmy winner with Fox and MLB Network, Verducci has behind-the-scenes access to the players and managers throughout the postseason.

“The Book of Joe” is your home to learn - and laugh - about the real stories behind how postseason games are won and lost.

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  • The Book of Joe: 'Make Me Commissioner' author Jane Leavy

    The Book of Joe: 'Make Me Commissioner' author Jane Leavy
    Aug 26 2025

    Hosts Joe Maddon and Tom Verducci welcome longtime sportswriter and NY Times best selling author Jane Leavy to discuss her latest book, 'Make Me Commissioner' (available Sept. 9th). Tom looks at some of the ideas and suggestions that Jane has for MLB. Jane notes the lack of true superstars in the game and the ways that the game needs to draw young fans. What does the future hold for MLB and how can the game evolve while maintaining its history? Plus, we get 'A Reading from The Book of Joe'!

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    47 mins
  • The Book of Joe: Struggling bats, Fan Interference, and October Power!

    The Book of Joe: Struggling bats, Fan Interference, and October Power!
    Aug 21 2025

    Hosts Joe Maddon and Tom Verducci begin with the Cubs addressing the struggles of Kyle Tucker. Joe talks about the approach a manager takes when handling a talented player in a rough spot. Tom notes the Yankees and Aaron Judge getting on the same page regarding injuries. Can there be fan interference without the fan actually touching the ball? Home run ratios increased during the last postseason, so which teams could that help or hurt this October? Plus, how much concern do you have for the Astros?

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    55 mins
  • The Book of Joe: September Provides Its Own Energy

    The Book of Joe: September Provides Its Own Energy
    Aug 12 2025

    Hosts Joe Maddon and Tom Verducci begin with an analysis of the Milwaukee Brewers as the best team in baseball, and the crucial element they are missing that could end up holding them back. They give their feelings on Padres vs. Dodgers, and will it be the Mariners or Astros in the American League West? They talk discuss the New York Yankees and if Max Fried and Aaron Judge will overcome their struggles. And Joe spills the wisdom as September looms large!

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    48 mins
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