Break A Bat! where Baseball Meets Broadway

The radio voice of the Yankees for 30 years, John Sterling, checked in with Al just before the team kicked off the Division Series against the Minnesota Twins back in October. A lifelong collector of cast albums, John also touches his longtime adoration of classic musicals such as South Pacific and Hello, Dolly! He even gives his take on Broadway's love affair with the Yankees' All-Star closer, Aroldis Chapman...

Nancy Newman has served as one of the YES Network's leading talents since 2003, and invited our host Al Malafronte up to Yankee Stadium for a special interview. The two look back on some of her highlights while covering the Yankees, hosting Yankees Magazine and helping make the show what it is today, and covering Yankee legends Derek Jeter and Alex Rodriguez during their primes - as well as their unique approaches and style of performance...

Broadway's ultimate "triple threat", Angie Schworer, joins Al Malafronte in-studio, along with guest co-host Scotty Katzmann. Fresh off her leading role in "The Prom", Angie discusses her incredible career, looks ahead to what may be next in her future, and talks baseball. You'll see why Angie is a true All-Star in every way. Connect with Angie Schworer on Instagram: @angieschworer Connect with Break a Bat! on Instagram: @break_a_bat_podcast

Hayley Podschun (The Sound of Music, Hairspray, Something Rotten!) brings the fun in Episode 2! In addition to some great stories about her 20-year career on the Great White Way, Hayley even gives her thoughts on which baseball position would suit her if she played in the MLB. With dutiful guest host Conor Leister on hand, an “Impression-Off” even breaks out between her and Al! Catch all that and more on this week’s episode...

Yankee pitcher on 5 playoff teams, Scott Proctor looks back with host Al Malafronte on his road to the majors, his time on Broadway, and fills the boys in on his post-baseball life, which includes some wonderful charity work for the ME’s Team Foundation. Guest hosted by Conor Leister. Photo: Keith Allison on Flickr Connect with Break a Bat! on Instagram: @break_a_bat_podcast

MLB.com's New York Yankees Beat Reporter Bryan Hoch joins host Al Malafronte to discuss his new book: 'Mission 27: A New Boss, A New Ballpark, and One Last Ring for the Yankees' Core Four.' The book chronicles everything you'd want to know about the 2009 Yankees' World Championship season as we celebrate the team's 10-year anniversary. Hoch also provides some insight on the current Yankee squad, and even recaps his recent trip to see Waitress on Broadway...

Broadway's Cortney Wolfson steps up to the plate for a chat with Al and Scotty. Known for her ability to take on any type of role, including leads in Les Miserables, The Addams Family, and Kinky Boots, Cortney is also super down to earth, and has some amazing stories from her decade plus on The Great White Way...

From October 2019. Rock & Roll Hall of Famer, Al Jardine steps into the Batter's Box for Episode 6! A founding member of The Beach Boys, Jardine is also a lifelong fan of America’s Pastime. Fresh off a triumphant performance at the Beacon Theatre alongside Brian Wilson, Jardine chats with host Al Malafronte for an intimate conversation about his fond memories of California baseball’s early days...

Morgan James offers her perspective on two very American things she’s deeply passionate about: baseball and Broadway. Morgan talks playing a long game in life, and how that mirrors baseball. A Yankee season ticket holder during the heart of the team’s late 90’s-early 00’s dynasty, Morgan has since authored a strong career both on the Broadway stage and in the recording studio, despite some adversities along the way...

Whether it’s Game 6 of the ‘96 World Series or David Wells’ Perfect Game, Steph has probably been to more historic Yankee games than anyone else on Broadway, and talked with Al about her incredible career that’s included originating roles in ‘Nice Work, If You Can Get It,’ the revival of ‘Sunset Boulevard,‘ and most recently- an amazing run in ‘Beautiful: The Carole King Musical...