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Talent Chasing

Auteur(s): Evergreen Podcasts
  • Résumé

  • Moneyball meets Office Space Talent Chasing brings together the worlds of major league sports, corporate talent, and journalism to amplify real-world stories and experiences in finding, retaining, and motivating the best talent for your “team”. The show delves into the intricate worlds of sports scouting and corporate talent acquisition, hosted by Major League Baseball veteran Brian Johnson, workforce strategy veteran Chad Sowash, and finally journalist and documentary filmmaker Jasper Spanjaart. Join them in uncovering the art of identifying raw potential, mastering recruitment strategies, and nurturing talent to its fullest potential. Explore the human element behind talent acquisition and the evolving landscape of data-driven decisions, shedding light on the quiet war between traditional scouting and analytics in both sports and the corporate arena.
    Evergreen Podcasts 2024
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Épisodes
  • Chasing Terry Bradway
    May 22 2024
    Join hosts Brian Johnson and Jasper Spanjaart for an engaging episode of Talent Chasing Podcast as they sit down with NFL legend Terry Bradway. With a career spanning over four decades in the NFL, Bradway shares his journey from playing football at Trenton State College to becoming a General Manager for the New York Jets and a scout and advisor for the Carolina Panthers. In this episode, Bradway discusses his early coaching days, his significant contributions in the USFL, and his long-standing tenure in the NFL. The conversation delves into memorable moments, such as scouting Tony Gonzalez at Cal and discovering Darrelle Revis at Pitt, providing listeners with a unique behind-the-scenes look at the scouting and evaluation processes in professional football. Bradway also reflects on the evolution of the game, the importance of character in players, and the balance between traditional scouting and modern analytics. His insights into building and managing successful teams, the challenges of the NFL, and the importance of treating people right offer valuable lessons for anyone interested in sports management and leadership. Don’t miss this episode filled with anecdotes, lessons, and expert analysis from one of the NFL’s most respected figures. Tune in to hear Terry Bradway’s take on the NFL’s past, present, and future, and why passion and dedication are crucial in the world of professional sports.
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    44 min
  • Chasing Fred Claire
    May 15 2024
    Fred Claire, former general manager of the Los Angeles Dodgers, shares his journey from journalist to GM and the importance of relationships in the game of baseball. Fred discusses his love for sports and how it led him to a career in journalism and eventually to the Dodgers. Claire emphasizes the significance of scouting and player development in building a successful team, and the role of analytics in the game. He also shares stories about the legendary Fernando Valenzuela and the impact he had on the Dodgers. Fred Claire discusses his experiences in talent identification and team management in baseball, including his role in building a championship team in 1998. He emphasizes the importance of identifying talent gaps and making strategic acquisitions to strengthen the roster. Claire also shares personal anecdotes about players like John Shelby and Mike Piazza, highlighting the value of honesty and trust in player relationships. He also discusses his battle with cancer and his admiration for the City of Hope cancer treatment center.
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    59 min
  • Chasing Jeff Pearlman
    May 8 2024
    Get ready to dive into the chaotic and often misunderstood world of biography writing with the ever cynical yet oddly endearing, NYT best-selling product of Mahopac, NY Jeff Pearlman. This episode of "Talent Chasing" isn't just another polite exchange of niceties and anecdotes. Oh no, we’re here to ruffle some feathers! Join us as Jeff, a man who’s interviewed everyone from the disgraced to the dazzling, spills the beans on the gritty challenges of capturing the full spectrum of human messiness. From John Rocker’s rage to Dwight Gooden’s struggles, no stone is left unturned. Jeff dissects the importance of keeping your biases in check and shares his secret sauce for hunting down stories that are as untold as they are scandalous. We're talking hundreds of interviews per biography and he's written 10! And just when you think it can’t get more Californian than this, Jeff waxes poetic about how living in the land of sun and underdogs has colored his narrative lens. Buckle up, it’s going to be a bumpy ride filled with truth bombs and reality checks!
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    46 min

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