Broadcaster Stories with Alex Cohen & John Rodgers

This week we're joined by former MLB umpire, Kyle McCrady. McCrady gives us his thoughts on the electronic strike zone, some of his best ejection stories, and what it takes to become a Major League umpire. Media Relations Manager, Colin Connolly hosts.

These two have seen it all. From bus trips and hotel stays to equipment issues and long days at the ballpark. Alex Cohen brings back John Rodgers to relive some of their most interesting tales from the road. Cohen and Rodgers discuss what happens when things don't go as planned, some of the favorite people they've met, and what it's like seeing players with next-level talent.

No team or event is complete without a logo. Listen in as we're joined by Dan Simon of Simon Studios. Simon has designed logos for Super Bowls, All-Star Games, and countless teams throughout the sports world. He's also the man behind both our new character, cap logo released this year, and our logo for the Iowa Caucuses identity. Simon goes into how he got started in the business, how it feels seeing his work out in public, and how it was to transition into the digital age as a designer. Randy Wehofer hosts.

Hit or an error? This week we're joined by Official Scorer, James Hilchen. He's has been scoring games since 2008 and has made plenty of those decisions. Hilchen goes into the thought process during close calls, some of the best plays he's seen, and exchanges he's had with different managers and players. Hilchen also discusses his work with the stadium review site, Stadium Journey. Media Relations Manager, Colin Connolly hosts.

Former Iowa Cubs infielder Andrew Romine joins us this week on Unwritten Rules. Romine dives into some of his favorite memories, including his call up to the majors, getting to walk around MLB locker rooms as a young kid, and his time in Des Moines. Romine also recalls the time he pitched in an MLB game with his brother, Austin catching. Alex Cohen and Colin Connolly host.  

Jeff Tilley is back, and he brings in some of his stadium operations staff to give us more stories from behind the scenes at Principal Park. 2021 saw the Iowa Cubs host multiple non-baseball events like Nitro Circus and an Old Dominion concert. What did it take to transform the stadium from baseball to country music, to high-flying stunts? Listen along with Tilley, Andrew Quillin, and Josh Stephens as they get knee-deep in the details of the transformation. Assistant GM, Randy Wehofer hosts.

What goes into a ticket at an Iowa Cubs game? If you're coming with your friends, coworkers, or even by yourself, everyone needs one. Listen in as our ticket staff discusses what it takes to sell and distribute your pass to the game. Join Clayton Grandquist(Director of Ticket Operations), Brent Conkel(VP/Premium Seating/Corporate Marketing), Jason Gellis (Director of Group Outings), and Beth Kneeskern(Marketing Manager) as they dive into the details of our ticket system, the different offerings around the ballpark, and some of their most memorable gameday moments.

Welcome to another season of Unwritten Rules, an Iowa Cubs Podcast. We’ve just scratched the surface of interesting stories and we’re excited to bring you more. Listen along as we share more memories, opinions, and daily happenings with Iowa Cubs staff, baseball personalities, and current/former players. Like, share, and subscribe to Unwritten Rules, an Iowa Cubs Podcast to secure your backstage pass to Iowa Cubs Baseball.

Justin Walters, Director of Video and Multimedia Arts for the Iowa Cubs, joins Marketing Manager, Beth Kneeskern on this week's episode of Unwritten Rules. Walters discusses his role coordinating the audio and video entertainment in the ballpark, the viral video of Taylor Davis staring into the camera, the new partnership with Marquee Sports Network, and some of his favorite memories of his time with the I-Cubs.

John Rodgers, current Iowa Cubs Account Executive and former minor league baseball broadcaster, joins Randy Wehofer in this week's episode of Unwritten Rules. Rodgers and Wehofer look back at some memorable moments throughout their journey in minor league baseball. Rodgers also reflects on his unusual and fascinating path to get his first broadcasting job and some of his favorite community initiatives. The two also dive into some notable interactions they had with Hall-of-Famer, Ryne Sandberg.