About this episode
Steven Rinella talks with Austin Riley , Sean Weaver , Spencer Neuharth , Phil Taylor , and Corinne Schneider . Topics discussed: How Steve doesn't feel an emotional connection to "Take Me Out to the Ballgame"; Austin breaking down baseball for Steve; Albert Von Tilzer's greatest hits; two seasons; canceling hunting trips to play pro ball; mistaking a husky puppy for a wolf; stripping away the passion; MeatEater's Whitetail Wee k is here; read Sean's article on how Roosevelt's first waterfowl refugs has gone bone dr y; stuffing walleyes with lead weights and walleye filets; tournaments and the worst cheating you've ever done; going pro when you're young; Austin's great love of whitetail hunting; all the little analytical details; when it comes down to a few pitches; player cards; beating the freeze; when your finances are public and everyone knows your contract amount; behind the levee; hunting property dreams; MLB's paternity leave policy and missing your son's birth; Austin's quote that he didn't actually say; an epic walk up song; and more. Connect with Steve and MeatEater Steve on Instagram and Twitter MeatEater on Instagram , Facebook , Twitter , and Youtube Shop MeatEater Merch See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.