Thick Skin with Jacque & Hawk https://ncpodcasts.com en Jacque Jones, LaTroy Hawkins You must have thick skin to be in the spotlight - whether you're a pro athlete or an entertainer - the media will come after you. So, you better be ready. Former professional baseball players Jacque Jones and LaTroy Hawkins talk all sports from an athlete's perspective, correcting the media when they get it wrong, and telling it like it is. https://megaphone.imgix.net/podcasts/e1a77cac-8e60-11ee-8919-a39cd20fd7cc/image/thickskinlogo.PNG?ixlib=rails-4.3.1&max-w=3000&max-h=3000&fit=crop&auto=format,compress Thick Skin with Jacque & Hawk https://ncpodcasts.com episodic Former MLB players Jacque Jones and LaTroy Hawkins take a deep dive into sports and entertainment from a professional athlete's perspective. Jacque Jones, LaTroy Hawkins You must have thick skin to be in the spotlight - whether you're a pro athlete or an entertainer - the media will come after you. So, you better be ready. Former professional baseball players Jacque Jones and LaTroy Hawkins talk all sports from an athlete's perspective, correcting the media when they get it wrong, and telling it like it is. You must have thick skin to be in the spotlight - whether you're a pro athlete or an entertainer - the media will come after you. So, you better be ready. Former professional baseball players Jacque Jones and LaTroy Hawkins talk all sports from an athlete's perspective, correcting the media when they get it wrong, and telling it like it is.

]]> Jacque Jones, LaTroy Hawkins jt@ncpodcasts.com Episode 20- NFL Draft Reactions with Special Guest Booger McFarland This week on Thick Skin with Jacque and Hawk, Jacque holds down the primary hosting duties with LaTory Hawkins under the weather. Jacque is joined by a very special guest: two-time Super Bowl champion and Monday Night Football broadcaster Booger McFarland. Together, the two react to the recently completed NFL Draft before McFarland opens up on his own career and personal life. Fri, 03 May 2024 18:54:11 -0000 NFL Draft Reactions with Special Guest Booger McFarland full 1 20 Jacque Jones, LaTroy Hawkins This week on Thick Skin with Jacque and Hawk, Jacque holds down the primary hosting duties with LaTory Hawkins under the weather. Jacque is joined by a very special guest: two-time Super Bowl champion and Monday Night Football broadcaster Booger McFarland. Together, the two react to the recently completed NFL Draft before McFarland opens up on his own career and personal life. This week on Thick Skin with Jacque and Hawk, Jacque holds down the primary hosting duties with LaTory Hawkins under the weather. Jacque is joined by a very special guest: two-time Super Bowl champion and Monday Night Football broadcaster Booger McFarland. Together, the two react to the recently completed NFL Draft before McFarland opens up on his own career and personal life. This week on Thick Skin with Jacque and Hawk, Jacque holds down the primary hosting duties with LaTory Hawkins under the weather. Jacque is joined by a very special guest: two-time Super Bowl champion and Monday Night Football broadcaster Booger McFarland. Together, the two react to the recently completed NFL Draft before McFarland opens up on his own career and personal life.

]]> 1771 Episode 19- Women's Sports in the Spotlight This week on the Thick Skin podcast, Hawk and Jacque break down a mixed week for Caitlin Clark, between the sexist encounter with journalist in her first Indiana Fever press conference and her record Nike endorsement deal. The duo then discuss the collective athlete plea to NCAA to not ban trans athletes from women’s sports. Zach Wilson's trade from the New York Jets to Denver Broncos and a NBA playoff refereeing conversation round out this week's podcast. Fri, 26 Apr 2024 07:00:00 -0000 Women's Sports in the Spotlight full 1 19 Jacque Jones, LaTroy Hawkins Hawk and Jacque break down a mixed week for Caitlin Clark, between the sexist encounter with journalist in her first Indiana Fever press conference and her record Nike endorsement deal. The duo then discuss the collective athlete plea to NCAA to not ban trans athletes from women’s sports. This week on the Thick Skin podcast, Hawk and Jacque break down a mixed week for Caitlin Clark, between the sexist encounter with journalist in her first Indiana Fever press conference and her record Nike endorsement deal. The duo then discuss the collective athlete plea to NCAA to not ban trans athletes from women’s sports. Zach Wilson's trade from the New York Jets to Denver Broncos and a NBA playoff refereeing conversation round out this week's podcast. This week on the Thick Skin podcast, Hawk and Jacque break down a mixed week for Caitlin Clark, between the sexist encounter with journalist in her first Indiana Fever press conference and her record Nike endorsement deal. The duo then discuss the collective athlete plea to NCAA to not ban trans athletes from women’s sports. Zach Wilson's trade from the New York Jets to Denver Broncos and a NBA playoff refereeing conversation round out this week's podcast.


]]> 2509 Episode 18 - RIP OJ Simpson, WNBA & NFL Draft Talk https://ncpodcasts.com/thickskin On this week's episode of the Thick Skin podcast, Latroy Hawkins and Jacque Jones discuss the tainted legacy of OJ Simpson, who passed away at the age of 76 from cancer last week. The duo then recap the recently completed WNBA draft and look forward to next week's NFL Draft. Fri, 19 Apr 2024 02:09:33 -0000 RIP OJ Simpson, WNBA & NFL Draft Talk full 1 18 Jacque Jones, LaTroy Hawkins Latroy Hawkins and Jacque Jones discuss the tainted legacy of OJ Simpson, who passed away at the age of 76 from cancer last week. The duo then recap the recently completed WNBA draft and look forward to next week's NFL Draft. On this week's episode of the Thick Skin podcast, Latroy Hawkins and Jacque Jones discuss the tainted legacy of OJ Simpson, who passed away at the age of 76 from cancer last week. The duo then recap the recently completed WNBA draft and look forward to next week's NFL Draft. On this week's episode of the Thick Skin podcast, Latroy Hawkins and Jacque Jones discuss the tainted legacy of OJ Simpson, who passed away at the age of 76 from cancer last week. The duo then recap the recently completed WNBA draft and look forward to next week's NFL Draft.

]]> 2768 Episode 17- Sports for the Bettor & MLB Opening Day https://ncpodcasts.com/thickskin On this week's episode very special episode of the Thick Skin podcast, LaTroy Hawkins and Jacque Jones are joined by their friend and former MLB outfielder Torii Hunter. LaTroy, fresh back from opening day in Korea, tells tales from a his time on the other side of the world, before the trio dive into Shohei Ohtani’s unfolding betting investigation, MLB American Opening Day highlights, the NBA's investigation of Raptors’ player Jontay Porter for betting irregularities and Ice Cube's five million dollar Big Three invitation to WNCAA sharp shooter Caitlin Clark. Sat, 30 Mar 2024 16:30:00 -0000 Sports for the Bettor & MLB Opening Day full 1 17 Jacque Jones, LaTroy Hawkins LaTroy Hawkins and Jacque Jones are joined by their friend and former MLB outfielder Torii Hunter. LaTroy, fresh back from opening day in Korea, tells tales from a his time on the other side of the world, before the trio dive into Shohei Ohtani’s unfolding betting investigation, MLB American Opening Day highlights, the NBA's investigation of Raptors’ player Jontay Porter for betting irregularities and Ice Cube's five million dollar Big Three invitation to WNCAA sharp shooter Caitlin Clark. On this week's episode very special episode of the Thick Skin podcast, LaTroy Hawkins and Jacque Jones are joined by their friend and former MLB outfielder Torii Hunter. LaTroy, fresh back from opening day in Korea, tells tales from a his time on the other side of the world, before the trio dive into Shohei Ohtani’s unfolding betting investigation, MLB American Opening Day highlights, the NBA's investigation of Raptors’ player Jontay Porter for betting irregularities and Ice Cube's five million dollar Big Three invitation to WNCAA sharp shooter Caitlin Clark. On this week's episode very special episode of the Thick Skin podcast, LaTroy Hawkins and Jacque Jones are joined by their friend and former MLB outfielder Torii Hunter. LaTroy, fresh back from opening day in Korea, tells tales from a his time on the other side of the world, before the trio dive into Shohei Ohtani’s unfolding betting investigation, MLB American Opening Day highlights, the NBA's investigation of Raptors’ player Jontay Porter for betting irregularities and Ice Cube's five million dollar Big Three invitation to WNCAA sharp shooter Caitlin Clark.

]]> 3629 yes Episode 16 - NFL Free Agency Frenzy & MLB Korea Opener Preview On this week's episode of Thick Skin with Jacque Jones and LaTroy Hawkins, Jacque and Hawk breakdown some of the most significant moves made on the first day of NFL free agency, react to the SEC women's basketball championship brawl between the University of South Carolina and Louisiana State University, and preview MLB opening day in Korea (which Hawk will be attending in person!) Fri, 15 Mar 2024 10:00:00 -0000 NFL Free Agency Frenzy & MLB Korea Opener Preview full 1 16 Jacque Jones, LaTroy Hawkins Jacque and Hawk breakdown some of the most significant moves made on the first day of NFL free agency, react to the SEC women's basketball championship brawl between the University of South Carolina and Louisiana State University, and preview MLB opening day in Korea (which Hawk will be attending in person!) On this week's episode of Thick Skin with Jacque Jones and LaTroy Hawkins, Jacque and Hawk breakdown some of the most significant moves made on the first day of NFL free agency, react to the SEC women's basketball championship brawl between the University of South Carolina and Louisiana State University, and preview MLB opening day in Korea (which Hawk will be attending in person!) On this week's episode of Thick Skin with Jacque Jones and LaTroy Hawkins, Jacque and Hawk breakdown some of the most significant moves made on the first day of NFL free agency, react to the SEC women's basketball championship brawl between the University of South Carolina and Louisiana State University, and preview MLB opening day in Korea (which Hawk will be attending in person!)

]]> 2242 Episode 15- Russell Wilson's Revenge Tour & Picking the Best Player on Every MLB Team On this week's episode of the Thick Skin podcast, LaTroy Hawkins and Jacque Jones discuss the Denver Broncos' decision to release Russell Wilson and where his next stop may be. The duo also react to the recently released images of the Las Vegas As new stadium, Matt Chapman's new new contract with the San Francisco Giants and CBS Sports' list naming the best player on every MLB team in 2024. Sat, 09 Mar 2024 08:00:00 -0000 Russell Wilson's Revenge Tour & Picking the Best Player on Every MLB Team full 1 15 Jacque Jones, LaTroy Hawkins LaTroy Hawkins and Jacque Jones discuss the Denver Broncos' decision to release Russell Wilson and where his next stop may be. The duo also react to the recently released images of the Las Vegas As new stadium, Matt Chapman's new new contract with the San Francisco Giants and CBS Sports' list naming the best player on every MLB team in 2024. On this week's episode of the Thick Skin podcast, LaTroy Hawkins and Jacque Jones discuss the Denver Broncos' decision to release Russell Wilson and where his next stop may be. The duo also react to the recently released images of the Las Vegas As new stadium, Matt Chapman's new new contract with the San Francisco Giants and CBS Sports' list naming the best player on every MLB team in 2024. On this week's episode of the Thick Skin podcast, LaTroy Hawkins and Jacque Jones discuss the Denver Broncos' decision to release Russell Wilson and where his next stop may be. The duo also react to the recently released images of the Las Vegas As new stadium, Matt Chapman's new new contract with the San Francisco Giants and CBS Sports' list naming the best player on every MLB team in 2024.


]]> 2728 Episode 14- Cam Newton's Hometown Brawl & These Problematically Transparent MLB Uniforms On this week's episode of the Thick Skin podcast, LaTroy Hawkins and Jacque Jones dive into the dynamics behind former NFL quarterback Cam Newton's infamous brawl at a 7-on-7 football tournament in Atlanta last weekend. The duo then get into Cody Bellinger's three year/ 80 million dollar contract with the Chicago Cubs, and the work agent Scott Boras still has to do before Opening Day. Finally, LaTroy and Jacque weigh in on the controversial 2024 Nike MLB uniforms, including Hawk's first hand account of his first time trying the home whites on. Fri, 01 Mar 2024 11:00:00 -0000 Cam Newton's Hometown Brawl & These Problematically Transparent MLB Uniforms full 1 14 Jacque Jones, LaTroy Hawkins On this week's episode of the Thick Skin podcast, LaTroy Hawkins and Jacque Jones talk Cam Newton, Cody Bellinger and transparent MLB uniforms. On this week's episode of the Thick Skin podcast, LaTroy Hawkins and Jacque Jones dive into the dynamics behind former NFL quarterback Cam Newton's infamous brawl at a 7-on-7 football tournament in Atlanta last weekend. The duo then get into Cody Bellinger's three year/ 80 million dollar contract with the Chicago Cubs, and the work agent Scott Boras still has to do before Opening Day. Finally, LaTroy and Jacque weigh in on the controversial 2024 Nike MLB uniforms, including Hawk's first hand account of his first time trying the home whites on. On this week's episode of the Thick Skin podcast, LaTroy Hawkins and Jacque Jones dive into the dynamics behind former NFL quarterback Cam Newton's infamous brawl at a 7-on-7 football tournament in Atlanta last weekend. The duo then get into Cody Bellinger's three year/ 80 million dollar contract with the Chicago Cubs, and the work agent Scott Boras still has to do before Opening Day. Finally, LaTroy and Jacque weigh in on the controversial 2024 Nike MLB uniforms, including Hawk's first hand account of his first time trying the home whites on.

]]> 2493 Episode 13- The 2024 Spring Training Primer Baseball is back y'all!  And this week on the Thick Skin podcast, LaTroy and Jacque jump into the season talking offseason moves (or lack-there-of in the case of Scott Boras), way-too-early postseason predictions and recall their favorite things about their own spring training days. Fri, 23 Feb 2024 11:00:00 -0000 The 2024 Spring Training Primer full 1 13 Jacque Jones, LaTroy Hawkins This week on the Thick Skin podcast LaTroy and Jacque jump into the season talking offseason moves, way-too-early postseason predictions and recall their favorite things about their own spring training days. Baseball is back y'all!  And this week on the Thick Skin podcast, LaTroy and Jacque jump into the season talking offseason moves (or lack-there-of in the case of Scott Boras), way-too-early postseason predictions and recall their favorite things about their own spring training days. Baseball is back y'all!  And this week on the Thick Skin podcast, LaTroy and Jacque jump into the season talking offseason moves (or lack-there-of in the case of Scott Boras), way-too-early postseason predictions and recall their favorite things about their own spring training days.

]]> 2348 Episode 12 - Haters Gonna Hate Heroes, Sports Team Scapegoats, and Dodger Pitching Power https://ncpodcasts.com/thickskin With the Super Bowl in the rearview, the NBA All-Star Game marking the midpoint of the season, and baseball right around the corner, the Thick Skin podcast with Jacque and Hawk returns to put it all in perspective. This week, the guys get together to recap the winners, losers, and most hated of the Super Bowl. They join the debate around the NBA's 65-game rule to deter load management and cover some of MLB's biggest stories, including the suspension of Billy Eppler, Alex Cora's comments on the stress of managing in big markets, and the Dodgers' offseason moves. Finally, the fellas share their thoughts and emotions on the tragedy that marred the Chiefs' celebratory parade. Tue, 20 Feb 2024 11:00:00 -0000 Haters Gonna Hate Heroes, Sports Team Scapegoats, and Dodger Pitching Power full 1 12 Jacque Jones, LaTroy Hawkins With the Super Bowl in the rearview, the NBA All-Star Game marking the midpoint of the season, and baseball right around the corner, the Thick Skin podcast with Jacque and Hawk returns to put it all in perspective. With the Super Bowl in the rearview, the NBA All-Star Game marking the midpoint of the season, and baseball right around the corner, the Thick Skin podcast with Jacque and Hawk returns to put it all in perspective. This week, the guys get together to recap the winners, losers, and most hated of the Super Bowl. They join the debate around the NBA's 65-game rule to deter load management and cover some of MLB's biggest stories, including the suspension of Billy Eppler, Alex Cora's comments on the stress of managing in big markets, and the Dodgers' offseason moves. Finally, the fellas share their thoughts and emotions on the tragedy that marred the Chiefs' celebratory parade. With the Super Bowl in the rearview, the NBA All-Star Game marking the midpoint of the season, and baseball right around the corner, the Thick Skin podcast with Jacque and Hawk returns to put it all in perspective. This week, the guys get together to recap the winners, losers, and most hated of the Super Bowl. They join the debate around the NBA's 65-game rule to deter load management and cover some of MLB's biggest stories, including the suspension of Billy Eppler, Alex Cora's comments on the stress of managing in big markets, and the Dodgers' offseason moves. Finally, the fellas share their thoughts and emotions on the tragedy that marred the Chiefs' celebratory parade.

]]> 3162 Episode 11 - Dontrelle "D-Train" Willis is Keeping it Funky https://ncpodcasts.com/thickskin On the latest episode of Thick Skin w/Jacq & Hawk, the duo is joined by the 2003 NL Rookie of the Year and World Series Champ, Dontrelle 'D-Train' Willis. In the conversation, Dontrelle shares his experience growing up in the Bay Area, gets honest about his struggles in the major leagues, and gives his former teammates their flowers. D-Train also clarifies the origin of his nickname and how he developed his unique delivery from the mound. Fri, 09 Feb 2024 08:00:00 -0000 Dontrelle "D-Train" Willis is Keeping it Funky full 1 11 Jacque Jones, LaTroy Hawkins On the latest episode of Thick Skin w/Jacq & Hawk, the duo is joined by the 2003 NL Rookie of the Year and World Series Champ, Dontrelle 'D-Train' Willis. On the latest episode of Thick Skin w/Jacq & Hawk, the duo is joined by the 2003 NL Rookie of the Year and World Series Champ, Dontrelle 'D-Train' Willis. In the conversation, Dontrelle shares his experience growing up in the Bay Area, gets honest about his struggles in the major leagues, and gives his former teammates their flowers. D-Train also clarifies the origin of his nickname and how he developed his unique delivery from the mound. On the latest episode of Thick Skin w/Jacq & Hawk, the duo is joined by the 2003 NL Rookie of the Year and World Series Champ, Dontrelle 'D-Train' Willis. In the conversation, Dontrelle shares his experience growing up in the Bay Area, gets honest about his struggles in the major leagues, and gives his former teammates their flowers. D-Train also clarifies the origin of his nickname and how he developed his unique delivery from the mound.

]]> 3162 Episode 10 - Kenny Lofton: Making It Do What It Do On this latest episode of Thick Skin w/ Jacq & Hawk, the guys are joined by their big brother, 6-time MLB All-Star, 5-time AL Base Steal Leader, and 4-time Golden Glove winner Kenny Lofton. Together, they discuss Kenny's days as a talented multi-sport phenom athlete, his business ventures in Hollywood, and his desire to bring baseball back to its player development roots. Additionally, Kenny shares the focus of one of his greatest passions with the Still Got Game Foundation. Fri, 02 Feb 2024 08:00:00 -0000 Kenny Lofton: Making It Do What It Do full 1 10 Jacque Jones, LaTroy Hawkins On this latest episode of Thick Skin w/ Jacq & Hawk, the guys are joined by their big brother, 6-time MLB All-Star, 5-time AL Base Steal Leader, and 4-time Golden Glove winner Kenny Lofton. On this latest episode of Thick Skin w/ Jacq & Hawk, the guys are joined by their big brother, 6-time MLB All-Star, 5-time AL Base Steal Leader, and 4-time Golden Glove winner Kenny Lofton. Together, they discuss Kenny's days as a talented multi-sport phenom athlete, his business ventures in Hollywood, and his desire to bring baseball back to its player development roots. Additionally, Kenny shares the focus of one of his greatest passions with the Still Got Game Foundation. On this latest episode of Thick Skin w/ Jacq & Hawk, the guys are joined by their big brother, 6-time MLB All-Star, 5-time AL Base Steal Leader, and 4-time Golden Glove winner Kenny Lofton. Together, they discuss Kenny's days as a talented multi-sport phenom athlete, his business ventures in Hollywood, and his desire to bring baseball back to its player development roots. Additionally, Kenny shares the focus of one of his greatest passions with the Still Got Game Foundation.

]]> 1140 Episode 9 - Bert "Be Home By-Eleven" Blyleven, King of the Kangaroo Court On this week's episode of Thick Skin with Jacque and Hawk, the boys are joined by special guest MLB HOF pitcher Bert Blyleven! In conversation the trio discuss Bert's childhood and the influence of his father as a baseball player and a person. The guys also discuss the sacrifices made by Bert's generation which bear financial fruit for others today, clubhouse pranks, HOF inductees and so much more! Fri, 26 Jan 2024 11:00:00 -0000 Bert "Be Home By Eleven" Blyleven, King of the Kangaroo Court full 1 9 Jacque Jones, LaTroy Hawkins On this week's episode of Thick Skin with Jacque and Hawk, the boys are joined by HOF pitcher Bert Blyleven! On this week's episode of Thick Skin with Jacque and Hawk, the boys are joined by special guest MLB HOF pitcher Bert Blyleven! In conversation the trio discuss Bert's childhood and the influence of his father as a baseball player and a person. The guys also discuss the sacrifices made by Bert's generation which bear financial fruit for others today, clubhouse pranks, HOF inductees and so much more! On this week's episode of Thick Skin with Jacque and Hawk, the boys are joined by special guest MLB HOF pitcher Bert Blyleven! In conversation the trio discuss Bert's childhood and the influence of his father as a baseball player and a person. The guys also discuss the sacrifices made by Bert's generation which bear financial fruit for others today, clubhouse pranks, HOF inductees and so much more!

]]> 3164 Episode 8 - NFL Wildcard Round-Up, Giving Nick Saban His Flowers and Dusty Baker the Renaissance Man Jacque and Hawk are back for another episode of Thick Skin. After an exciting first round in the NFL playoffs Jacque and Hawk set the record straight on this weeks' hot takes including Green Bay's big upset, followed by their second round predictions. The fellas also share their reverence for both Nick Saban and Dusty Baker as two stand-up guys, both on and off the field. Fri, 19 Jan 2024 11:00:00 -0000 Episode 8 - NFL Wildcard Round-Up, Giving Nick Saban His Flowers and Dusty Baker the Renaissance Man full 1 8 Jacque Jones, LaTroy Hawkins NFL Wildcard Round-Up, Giving Nick Saban His Flowers, Mike Tomlin Gets a Meme and Dusty Baker the Renaissance Man Jacque and Hawk are back for another episode of Thick Skin. After an exciting first round in the NFL playoffs Jacque and Hawk set the record straight on this weeks' hot takes including Green Bay's big upset, followed by their second round predictions. The fellas also share their reverence for both Nick Saban and Dusty Baker as two stand-up guys, both on and off the field. Jacque and Hawk are back for another episode of Thick Skin. After an exciting first round in the NFL playoffs Jacque and Hawk set the record straight on this weeks' hot takes including Green Bay's big upset, followed by their second round predictions. The fellas also share their reverence for both Nick Saban and Dusty Baker as two stand-up guys, both on and off the field.

]]> 2411 Episode 7 - Jameis Winston Should Be Sent to the Principles Office, Everyone Loves Draymond When the Warriors Win, and College Sports Announcers Get Put on Notice In the latest episode of Thick Skin, Jacque joins Hawk from Twins Fantasy Camp to catch up on all the latest events in sports from the past week. In this week's show, they discuss the New Orleans Saints charity touchdown drama, Draymond's return from suspension stream of thought podcast episode, and what the media left out of the PED discussion in the steroid era of baseball. Additionally, the guys have a good time putting NCAA college sports broadcasters on notice and settling up fines, courtesy of Hall of Fame pitcher Bert Blyleven. Thu, 18 Jan 2024 22:56:26 -0000 Episode 7 - Jameis Winston Should Be Sent to the Principles Office, Everyone Loves Draymond When the Warriors Win, and College Sports Announcers Get Put on Notice full 1 7 Jacque Jones, LaTroy Hawkins Jameis Winston Should Be Sent to the Principles Office, Everyone Loves Draymond When the Warriors Win, and College Sports Announcers Get Put on Notice In the latest episode of Thick Skin, Jacque joins Hawk from Twins Fantasy Camp to catch up on all the latest events in sports from the past week. In this week's show, they discuss the New Orleans Saints charity touchdown drama, Draymond's return from suspension stream of thought podcast episode, and what the media left out of the PED discussion in the steroid era of baseball. Additionally, the guys have a good time putting NCAA college sports broadcasters on notice and settling up fines, courtesy of Hall of Fame pitcher Bert Blyleven. In the latest episode of Thick Skin, Jacque joins Hawk from Twins Fantasy Camp to catch up on all the latest events in sports from the past week. In this week's show, they discuss the New Orleans Saints charity touchdown drama, Draymond's return from suspension stream of thought podcast episode, and what the media left out of the PED discussion in the steroid era of baseball. Additionally, the guys have a good time putting NCAA college sports broadcasters on notice and settling up fines, courtesy of Hall of Fame pitcher Bert Blyleven.

]]> 2518 Episode 6 - The Broncos Get Stinky with Russel Wilson, MLB Rule Changes and David Tepper Doesn't Write Apologies, He Writes Checks https://ncpodcasts.com/thickskin After a break for the holidays, Jacque and Hawk reunite to offer a player's perspective on the sports world. The duo delves into the quarterback controversy emerging from Denver and discusses the warning signs it presents around coaches with big egos. Additionally, they share their opinions on MLB's rule changes for the 2024 season, express concerns about major league franchises' overreliance on metrics, and provide their reaction to David Tepper's thin skin and his non-apology, apology. Tune in for an insightful discussion on various aspects of the sports landscape from a players perspective. Fri, 05 Jan 2024 11:00:00 -0000 The Broncos Get Stinky with Russel Wilson, MLB Rule Changes and David Tepper Doesn't Write Apologies, He Writes Checks full 1 6 Jacque Jones, LaTroy Hawkins After a break for the holidays, Jacque and Hawk reunite to offer a player's perspective on the sports world. The duo delves into the quarterback controversy emerging from Denver and discusses the warning signs it presents around coaches with big egos. Additionally, they share their opinions on MLB's rule changes for the 2024 season, express concerns about major league franchises' overreliance on metrics, and provide their reaction to David Tepper's thin skin and his non-apology, apology. Tune in for an insightful discussion on various aspects of the sports landscape from a players perspective. After a break for the holidays, Jacque and Hawk reunite to offer a player's perspective on the sports world. The duo delves into the quarterback controversy emerging from Denver and discusses the warning signs it presents around coaches with big egos. Additionally, they share their opinions on MLB's rule changes for the 2024 season, express concerns about major league franchises' overreliance on metrics, and provide their reaction to David Tepper's thin skin and his non-apology, apology. Tune in for an insightful discussion on various aspects of the sports landscape from a players perspective.

]]> 2280 Episode 5 - Ballers Bearing Arms on IG, Giving Grace to Zion, and Ohtani Drops the Hammer https://ncpodcasts.com/thickskin Jacque Jones and LaTroy Hawkins are back to discuss Ja Morant's return from suspension while examining the racial optics of athletes posing with firearms. They also delve into the important considerations that are being left out of the conversations around Zion Williamson's conditioning. Additionally, the duo utilizes Ohtani's deal with the Dodgers to explore how players and agents approach negotiations with teams. Thick Skin is produced by Next Chapter Podcasts. Fri, 22 Dec 2023 11:00:00 -0000 Ballers Bearing Arms on IG, Giving Grace to Zion, and Ohtani Drops the Hammer to Get the Bag. full 1 5 Jacque Jones, LaTroy Hawkins Jacque Jones and LaTroy Hawkins share their thoughts on the return of Ja Morant to the court, the overly critical comments on Zion Williamson in the media, and Ohtani's big payday with the Dodgers. Jacque Jones and LaTroy Hawkins are back to discuss Ja Morant's return from suspension while examining the racial optics of athletes posing with firearms. They also delve into the important considerations that are being left out of the conversations around Zion Williamson's conditioning. Additionally, the duo utilizes Ohtani's deal with the Dodgers to explore how players and agents approach negotiations with teams. Thick Skin is produced by Next Chapter Podcasts. Jacque Jones and LaTroy Hawkins are back to discuss Ja Morant's return from suspension while examining the racial optics of athletes posing with firearms. They also delve into the important considerations that are being left out of the conversations around Zion Williamson's conditioning. Additionally, the duo utilizes Ohtani's deal with the Dodgers to explore how players and agents approach negotiations with teams.

Thick Skin is produced by Next Chapter Podcasts.

]]> 2337 Episode 4 - "Everyday" Eddie Guardado is Everyday People https://ncpodcasts.com/thickskin This week on Thick Skin, the party in Vegas continues for the Still Got Game Foundation as Hawk and Jacq sit down with another former Minnesota Twins teammate, Eddie Guardado. In this episode, Eddie discusses his early days playing ball in Stockton, California, he becomes a bit emotional while delving into the inspiration behind his foundation and shares a few laughs with the guys as they reminisce about some hilarious clubhouse hijinks. Thick Skin is produced by Next Chapter Podcasts. Fri, 15 Dec 2023 11:00:00 -0000 "Everyday" Eddie Guardado is Everyday People full 1 4 Jacque Jones, LaTroy Hawkins Jacque Jones and LaTroy Hawkins chat with former teammate Eddie Guradado about the hard lessons he learned growing up in Stockton, CA, why he started the Eddie Guardado Foundation, and clubhouse pranks. This week on Thick Skin, the party in Vegas continues for the Still Got Game Foundation as Hawk and Jacq sit down with another former Minnesota Twins teammate, Eddie Guardado. In this episode, Eddie discusses his early days playing ball in Stockton, California, he becomes a bit emotional while delving into the inspiration behind his foundation and shares a few laughs with the guys as they reminisce about some hilarious clubhouse hijinks. Thick Skin is produced by Next Chapter Podcasts. This week on Thick Skin, the party in Vegas continues for the Still Got Game Foundation as Hawk and Jacq sit down with another former Minnesota Twins teammate, Eddie Guardado. In this episode, Eddie discusses his early days playing ball in Stockton, California, he becomes a bit emotional while delving into the inspiration behind his foundation and shares a few laughs with the guys as they reminisce about some hilarious clubhouse hijinks.

Thick Skin is produced by Next Chapter Podcasts.

]]> 4284 Episode 3 - Torii Hunter is a Business, Man https://ncpodcasts.com/thickskin On this week's episode of Thick Skin, Jacque Jones and LaTroy Hawkins take the show to Vegas to speak with their former Minnesota Twins teammate and close friend Torii Hunter participating in an event for the Still Got Game Foundation. Torii discusses his decision to retire from Major League Baseball, shares some stories from his playing days, and drops knowledge about giving back to his community and his passion for developing successful businesses. Thick Skin is produced by Next Chapter Podcasts. Fri, 08 Dec 2023 21:48:05 -0000 Torii Hunter is a Business, Man full 1 3 Jacque Jones, LaTroy Hawkins Jacque Jones and LaTroy Hawkins talk to former teammate Torii Hunter about retirement, giving back to his community and building successful businesses. On this week's episode of Thick Skin, Jacque Jones and LaTroy Hawkins take the show to Vegas to speak with their former Minnesota Twins teammate and close friend Torii Hunter participating in an event for the Still Got Game Foundation. Torii discusses his decision to retire from Major League Baseball, shares some stories from his playing days, and drops knowledge about giving back to his community and his passion for developing successful businesses. Thick Skin is produced by Next Chapter Podcasts. On this week's episode of Thick Skin, Jacque Jones and LaTroy Hawkins take the show to Vegas to speak with their former Minnesota Twins teammate and close friend Torii Hunter participating in an event for the Still Got Game Foundation. Torii discusses his decision to retire from Major League Baseball, shares some stories from his playing days, and drops knowledge about giving back to his community and his passion for developing successful businesses.

Thick Skin is produced by Next Chapter Podcasts.

]]> 2049 Episode 2 - Fans About to Catch Fades, Locker Room Leaders, and Why The Minors Play a Major Role in Winning https://ncpodcasts.com/thickskin In this episode, Jacque Jones and LaTroy Hawkins discuss the growing problem in sports of fans verbally assaulting players going unchecked, what makes a leader in the locker room, and why the culture of winning franchises extends from the minors to the big leagues. Thick Skin is produced by Next Chapter Podcasts. Fri, 01 Dec 2023 23:36:00 -0000 Fans About to Catch Fades, Locker Room Leaders, and Why The Minors Play a Major Role in Winning full 1 2 Jacque Jones, LaTroy Hawkins Jacque Jones and LaTroy Hawkins discuss aggressive fan behavior, what it takes to be a team leader, and how winning organizations build from the bottom up. In this episode, Jacque Jones and LaTroy Hawkins discuss the growing problem in sports of fans verbally assaulting players going unchecked, what makes a leader in the locker room, and why the culture of winning franchises extends from the minors to the big leagues. Thick Skin is produced by Next Chapter Podcasts. In this episode, Jacque Jones and LaTroy Hawkins discuss the growing problem in sports of fans verbally assaulting players going unchecked, what makes a leader in the locker room, and why the culture of winning franchises extends from the minors to the big leagues.

Thick Skin is produced by Next Chapter Podcasts.

]]> 2770 Pilot Episode - Jacque Talk & MLB Awards https://ncpodcasts.com/thickskin In the pilot episode of Thick Skin, former Major League Baseball players Jacque Jones and LaTroy Hawkins set the tone for the show, taking the audience into the locker room. For the first time, Jacque shares the story of being fired from his role as hitting coach of the Washington Nationals after being accused of revenge porn. As one of Jacque's closest friends since the early days of their professional careers as teammates of the Minnesota Twins, Hawk pulls no punches. Jacque shares the details of the rollercoaster ride of emotions - from his perspective - on how his coaching career in DC came to an abrupt end under friend and manager Dusty Baker. Jacque & Hawk wrap up the show discussing some of the stars of the 2023 MLB season as the award-winners were announced by Major League Baseball. Thick Skin is produced by Next Chapter Podcasts. Thu, 16 Nov 2023 11:00:00 -0000 Pilot Episode - Jacque Talk & MLB Awards full 1 1 Jacque Jones, LaTroy Hawkins In the pilot episode of Thick Skin, Jacque tells his side of the story on his dismissal from the Washington Nationals. In the pilot episode of Thick Skin, former Major League Baseball players Jacque Jones and LaTroy Hawkins set the tone for the show, taking the audience into the locker room. For the first time, Jacque shares the story of being fired from his role as hitting coach of the Washington Nationals after being accused of revenge porn. As one of Jacque's closest friends since the early days of their professional careers as teammates of the Minnesota Twins, Hawk pulls no punches. Jacque shares the details of the rollercoaster ride of emotions - from his perspective - on how his coaching career in DC came to an abrupt end under friend and manager Dusty Baker. Jacque & Hawk wrap up the show discussing some of the stars of the 2023 MLB season as the award-winners were announced by Major League Baseball. Thick Skin is produced by Next Chapter Podcasts. In the pilot episode of Thick Skin, former Major League Baseball players Jacque Jones and LaTroy Hawkins set the tone for the show, taking the audience into the locker room.

For the first time, Jacque shares the story of being fired from his role as hitting coach of the Washington Nationals after being accused of revenge porn. As one of Jacque's closest friends since the early days of their professional careers as teammates of the Minnesota Twins, Hawk pulls no punches. Jacque shares the details of the rollercoaster ride of emotions - from his perspective - on how his coaching career in DC came to an abrupt end under friend and manager Dusty Baker.

Jacque & Hawk wrap up the show discussing some of the stars of the 2023 MLB season as the award-winners were announced by Major League Baseball.

Thick Skin is produced by Next Chapter Podcasts.

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