https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/holy-cow-a-cubs-podcast--5459435enSportsCopyright Sean Hollandhttps://d3wo5wojvuv7l.cloudfront.net/t_rss_itunes_square_1400/images.spreaker.com/original/ee0052093db0ab667e2f13f39f58ca03.jpghttps://www.spreaker.com/podcast/holy-cow-a-cubs-podcast--5459435Mon, 13 Jul 2026 07:19:51 +0000Sean HollandSean Hollandfeeds@spreaker.comI'm Sean Holland, I'm a writer for Cubs Den and Cubs insider. I started this podcast to talk to the many luminaries from #CubsTwitter. We discuss all things Cubs, but don't take ourselves too seriously. If you like TV references and baseball you're home.trueepisodichttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/holy-cow-a-cubs-podcast-episode-128-randall-sanders--72946389tag:soundcloud,2010:tracks/2359452119Mon, 13 Jul 2026 06:21:20 +0000Sean HollandRandall is back on the podcast to discuss the roller coaster Cubs season that is currently back on an upswing. Topics; include trying to find pitching help at the trade deadline, PCA, Alex Bregman, and the always annoying Milwaukee Brewers.2156truefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/holy-cow-a-cubs-podcast-episode-127-evan-altman--72093323tag:soundcloud,2010:tracks/2324652761Thu, 21 May 2026 04:44:21 +0000Sean HollandThe Cubs have gone cold after going on an absolute tear. Evan Altman from Cubs Insider joins Sean to figure out exactly what's happening.1867truefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/holy-cow-a-cubs-podcast-episode-126-matt-clapp--70877901tag:soundcloud,2010:tracks/2290473947Wed, 25 Mar 2026 19:02:15 +0000Sean HollandOpening day is here and Matt Clapp from Awful Announcing joins Sean for a Cubs season preview. They discuss what should be a very good team, offensive/pitching depth, and the PCA extension. Finally, they break down the rest of the NL Central.2111truefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/holy-cow-a-cubs-podcast-episode-125-robert-o-neill--70086169tag:soundcloud,2010:tracks/2267827970Mon, 16 Feb 2026 20:41:23 +0000Sean HollandThe Cubs are returning to Spring Training. Robert O'Neill is back on the podcast to go over the off-season and figure out where they sit in the NL Central. Can the rotation hold up and trying to extend Nico Hoerner are among the topics in this new...1386truefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/holy-cow-a-cubs-podcast-episode-124-jeff-everson--68008151tag:soundcloud,2010:tracks/2182103915Sat, 04 Oct 2025 05:13:39 +0000Sean HollandJeff Everson returns to the podcast to help Sean preview the NLDS matchup with the Brewers. They discuss who is going to have a big series, take some shots at Milwaukee and the chance Cubs fans could take over American Family Field.2056truefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/holy-cow-a-cubs-podcast-episode-123-matt-clapp--67946692tag:soundcloud,2010:tracks/2178972899Tue, 30 Sep 2025 01:22:10 +0000Sean HollandMatt Clapp returns to the podcast to help Sean preview the Cubs Wild Card series against the Padres. They break down all the matchups in what they expect to be a very close series.1435truefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/holy-cow-a-cubs-podcast-episode-122-robert-o-neill--67789234tag:soundcloud,2010:tracks/2171914602Wed, 17 Sep 2025 05:45:16 +0000Sean HollandRobert O'Neill is back on the pod to talk about the Cubs as they head to the playoffs. Topics include: Nico Hoerner, quality pitching, and some football talk to round things out.1720truefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/holy-cow-a-cubs-podcast-episode-121-evan-altman--67309808tag:soundcloud,2010:tracks/2150381640Sat, 09 Aug 2025 06:16:49 +0000Sean HollandEvan Altman from Cubs Insider is back on the podcast to discuss the Cubs recent rough patch with Sean. They also talk about a disappointing trade deadline and remember the legendary Ryne Sandberg.2209truefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/holy-cow-a-cubs-podcast-episode-120-liz-thompson--66857348tag:soundcloud,2010:tracks/2124387681Fri, 04 Jul 2025 07:09:23 +0000Sean HollandLiz joins Sean to discuss her custom-made scorecards and the Cubs tepid June performance. They also touch on the Orioles struggles and trying to secretly watch baseball games during school.1852truefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/holy-cow-a-cubs-podcast-episode-119-brendan-dzwierzynski--66390052tag:soundcloud,2010:tracks/2107386219Wed, 04 Jun 2025 05:02:41 +0000Sean HollandBrendan joins Sean to talk about the Cubs explosive offense and terrific start to the season. Other topics include PCA possible MVP and a surprisingly competent bullpen. Finally, a little bit of NFL talk.2094truefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/holy-cow-a-cubs-podcast-episode-118-matt-clapp--65820832tag:soundcloud,2010:tracks/2088158421Thu, 01 May 2025 06:34:41 +0000Sean HollandMatt Clapp is back on Holy Cow to discuss a strong start to the season for the Cubs. Kyle Tucker and PCA on fire early and how will the pitching staff handle the loss of Justin Steele? And unlikely contributions from Matthew Boyd and Colin Rea.2156truefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/holy-cow-a-cubs-podcast-episode-117-brett-taylor--64966673tag:soundcloud,2010:tracks/2057734908Tue, 18 Mar 2025 00:00:00 +0000Sean HollandBrett Taylor from Bleacher Nation joins Sean to preview the upcoming Cubs season. Is the lineup deeper? Will Shōta give up more homers? Dansby Swanson healthy and ready to thrive? Also a warning not to overreact to the first month of the year good or bad.2060truefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/holy-cow-a-cubs-podcast-episode-116-christian-sheppard--64893240tag:soundcloud,2010:tracks/2054795640Fri, 14 Mar 2025 00:00:00 +0000Sean HollandChristian Sheppard joins Sean to talk about his new book The Ancient Wisdom of Baseball, which offers insights on life through the lens of Greek Mythology and baseball. Among the topics discussed: what position would Odysseus play? Ted Williams as...1744truefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/holy-cow-a-cubs-podcast-episode-115-randall-sanders--63483646tag:soundcloud,2010:tracks/1995179815Thu, 26 Dec 2024 00:00:00 +0000Sean HollandRandall Sanders is back on the podcast with Sean to discuss the Kyle Tucker trade and how the Cubs plan to spend the money freed up by Cody Bellinger going to the Yankees. Can they sign Roki Sasaki or at least do something aggressive to become a...1956truefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/holy-cow-a-cubs-podcast-episode-114-jeff-everson--61410825tag:soundcloud,2010:tracks/1915699961Fri, 13 Sep 2024 00:19:47 +0000Sean HollandJeff Everson is back on the podcast to discuss the end of the Cubs season. He and Sean talk about the Morel/Paredes trade and the emergence of Pete Crow-Armstrong as a potential future MVP. Finally, some NFL talk to wrap things up.2049truefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/holy-cow-a-cubs-podcast-episode-113-will-chase--60748835tag:soundcloud,2010:tracks/1876363905Sat, 20 Jul 2024 06:06:37 +0000Sean HollandWill Chase joins Sean to discuss the disappointing Cubs season. Can they claw their way back into the race? Did the hiring of Craig Counsell raise expectations too much? Could Chicago buy and sell at the deadline? All that in a new episode of Holy Cow.1635truefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/holy-cow-a-cubs-podcast-episode-112-randall-sanders--59674032tag:soundcloud,2010:tracks/1808944926Sat, 27 Apr 2024 04:18:29 +0000Sean HollandRandall Sanders from the BTYL podcast joins Sean to discuss the Cubs excellent start to 2024. Nico Hoerner is hot and Javier Assad is very consistent. Will injuries and bullpen struggles slow things down? All that and PCA gets on the board in a big way.2101truefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/holy-cow-a-cubs-podcast-episode-111-matt-clapp--59204433tag:soundcloud,2010:tracks/1786334427Thu, 28 Mar 2024 07:06:19 +0000Sean HollandMatt Clapp from Awful Announcing is back on the podcast for a 2024 Cubs preview. Are Seiya Suzuki and Christopher Morel going to have huge seasons? How big of impact will Craig Counsell have at manager? Do the Cubs have enough pitching?2265truefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/holy-cow-a-cubs-podcast-episode-110-jon-becker--58935439tag:soundcloud,2010:tracks/1766135958Tue, 05 Mar 2024 19:08:03 +0000Sean HollandJon Becker from FanGraphs joins Sean to discuss the Cubs spring training so far. Bellinger re-signs, Morel at third, a potential fifth starter, and PCA's role. All that and how you can't really tell anything about the upcoming season from spring training.1525truefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/holy-cow-a-cubs-podcast-episode-109-staci-heaton--58548579tag:soundcloud,2010:tracks/1735905303Fri, 02 Feb 2024 20:19:11 +0000Sean HollandStaci Heaton from Cubs DNA is back on the podcast to talk about the slow off-season. Will the Cody Bellinger saga finally come to a favorable conclusion? Also, is Christopher Monroe going to have a big season and the NL Central looks completely wide-open.1964truefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/holy-cow-a-cubs-podcast-episode-108-evan-altman--57564215tag:soundcloud,2010:tracks/1659936312Wed, 08 Nov 2023 19:39:57 +0000Sean HollandEvan Altman from Cubs Insider joins Sean to discuss the shocking addition of Craig Counsell as the Cubs new manager. How did it happen? What happens next?2350truefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/holy-cow-a-cubs-podcast-episode-107-jared-wyllys--56858559tag:soundcloud,2010:tracks/1620216360Tue, 19 Sep 2023 18:27:41 +0000Sean HollandJared Wyllys from CHGO Sports is back on the podcast to discuss skidding Cubs. Can they turn it back around and get into the playoffs? Is the team tired? He and Sean try to make sense of it all.1781truefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/holy-cow-a-cubs-podcast-episode-106-matt-clapp--56358580tag:soundcloud,2010:tracks/1582160455Thu, 03 Aug 2023 16:39:51 +0000Sean HollandMatt Clapp of Awful Announcing and The Comeback joins Sean to discuss the suddenly contending Cubs. Topics include: the acquisition of Jeimer Candelario, future of Cody Bellinger, and the sudden emergence of Nick Madrigal. Finally, they talk about the...2637truefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/holy-cow-a-cubs-podcast-episode-105-katie-dzwierzynski--54536219tag:soundcloud,2010:tracks/1545103048Tue, 20 Jun 2023 05:25:41 +0000Sean HollandFriend of the podcast Katie Dzwierzynski joins Sean to talk about the recent Cubs hot streak, Mike Tauchman mania, and the iffy Marquee broadcasts. And yes Pat and Ron I really do read adult diaper ads on the radio.1158truefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/holy-cow-a-cubs-podcast-episode-104-staci-heaton--53926194tag:soundcloud,2010:tracks/1517366269Fri, 19 May 2023 03:51:14 +0000Sean HollandStaci Heaton from Cubs DNA joins Sean to discuss the slumping Cubs. They try to stay positive and talk about the strong performances of Christopher Morel, Justin Steele, and Seiya Suzuki. Is it time to move on from Nick Madrigal? Staci also talks...2083truefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/holy-cow-a-cubs-podcast-episode-103-stan-crewsett--53500485tag:soundcloud,2010:tracks/1489689982Tue, 11 Apr 2023 07:37:14 +0000Sean HollandCubs Twitter mainstay Stan (@Crewsett) joins Sean to discuss the team's early season performance. They focus on a great start from the top of the rotation and the formula of winning with pitching and defense. Finally, what went wrong with team...1929truefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/holy-cow-a-cubs-podcast-episode-102-jeff-everson--53368726tag:soundcloud,2010:tracks/1479677437Tue, 28 Mar 2023 17:52:33 +0000Sean HollandThe Cubs season is finally here and friend of the podcast Jeff Everson joins Sean for a preview. A better starting rotation and better vibes in 2023. Also their real-time reaction to the news of Nico Hoerner's extension and much more.2350truefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/holy-cow-a-cubs-podcast-episode-101-ronan-o-shea--53043314tag:soundcloud,2010:tracks/1454753200Fri, 24 Feb 2023 08:29:11 +0000Sean HollandSpring training is here for the Cubs! Ronan O'Shea from the Behind the Yellow Line podcast joins Sean to talk about a buff Seiya Suzuki and a possible breakout season for Justin Steele. Also, more Willson Contreras drama and a hard pass on Nick...1808truefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/holy-cow-a-cubs-podcast-episode-100-jared-wyllys-and-evan-altman--53044132tag:soundcloud,2010:tracks/1427181760Wed, 18 Jan 2023 20:27:12 +0000Sean HollandIt's the 100th episode of Holy Cow! So Sean welcomes two of his most frequent guests Jared Wyilys of CHGO and Cubs insider EIC Evan Altman. They discuss the Cubs busy offseason and what it means going into 2023 and also the Cubs convention is back....3731truefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/holy-cow-a-cubs-podcast-episode-99-alyson-mitchell-infieldflygrl--53043881tag:soundcloud,2010:tracks/1385215597Thu, 17 Nov 2022 18:20:04 +0000Sean HollandAlyson Mitchell (@infieldflygrl) join Sean on the podcast to discuss the Cubs off-season plans. The necessity for some spending this off-season and will another Japanese star join the team? Finally, Alyson tells the story of her first trip to Wrigley...1769truefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/holy-cow-a-cubs-podcast-episode-98-steven-brault--53044098tag:soundcloud,2010:tracks/1344004324Wed, 14 Sep 2022 23:20:34 +0000Sean HollandCubs relief pitcher Steven Brault joins the podcast to discuss what it's like to pitch at Wrigley Field. Sean also asks him about his singing career and which one of his teammates is the funniest.1244truefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/holy-cow-a-cubs-podcast-episode-97-jared-wyllys--53043297tag:soundcloud,2010:tracks/1326200536Thu, 18 Aug 2022 04:35:23 +0000Sean HollandJared Wyllys from CHGO is back on the podcast to discuss the trades that didn't happen at the deadline. Also what young players have taken a big step forward in 2022 and can the Cubs compete in 2023?858truefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/holy-cow-a-cubs-podcast-episode-96-brad-ballskwok--53041531tag:soundcloud,2010:tracks/1305269314Thu, 14 Jul 2022 17:52:20 +0000Sean HollandBrad (@ballskwok) joins the podcast to discuss the rebuilding Cubs. What does the future hold for all-star Ian Happ? Finally, the emergence of Matt Mashing Mervis in AA.2111truefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/holy-cow-a-cubs-podcast-episode-95-staci-heaton--53044256tag:soundcloud,2010:tracks/1275170290Wed, 25 May 2022 21:09:00 +0000Sean HollandStaci Heaton from Cubs DNA is here to discuss the team struggles, Seiya Suzuki's adjustments, and what to do with Willson Contreras. Also, Jed Hoyer's philosophy and trying to emulate the Dodgers.1964truefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/holy-cow-a-cubs-podcast-episode-94-matt-clapp--53044140tag:soundcloud,2010:tracks/1254492838Thu, 21 Apr 2022 18:08:05 +0000Sean HollandMatt Clapp (The Comeback, Awful Announcing) is back on the podcast to discuss the Cubs interesting start to 2022. Just how awesome is Seiya Suzuki? Also some talk about the less-interesting non-Seiya players, Joe Maddon, and more.2525truefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/holy-cow-a-cubs-podcast-episode-93-evan-altman--53043491tag:soundcloud,2010:tracks/1242913156Sat, 02 Apr 2022 01:28:56 +0000Sean HollandEvan Altman from Cubs insider joins for a 2022 Cubs season preview. Sean and Evan discuss a glut in the outfield, a possible Willson Contreras trade, and a thin pitching staff. But mainly they ask how did the Cubs get to their current low point so...3836truefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/holy-cow-a-cubs-podcast-episode-92-jeff-everson-and-robert-o-neill--48940496tag:soundcloud,2010:tracks/1208238421Wed, 02 Feb 2022 05:56:36 +0000Sean HollandAfter a lockout break, Holy Cow! A Cubs podcast is back. Robert O'Neill and Jeff Everson make a joint appearance to talk Cubs baseball and about all things NFL playoffs. And yes I will talk way too much about the Rams making the Super Bowl. It's a lot...2175truefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/holy-cow-a-cubs-podcast-episode-91-jared-wyllys--48940492tag:soundcloud,2010:tracks/1150396417Fri, 29 Oct 2021 18:52:27 +0000Sean HollandJared Wyllys of Forbes Sports returns to the pod after an uneventful end to the Cubs season. What will free agency look like for Chicago? What effect will a potential work stoppage have? Would Rizzo, Bryant, or Báez ever return to the Cubs? He and...1346truefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/holy-cow-a-cubs-podcast-episode-90-robert-o-neill--48940491tag:soundcloud,2010:tracks/1118311312Fri, 03 Sep 2021 18:17:08 +0000Sean HollandRobert O'Neill is back on the podcast to talk about the rebuilding Cubs. Also some discussion of pro wrestling and the return of college football and fans in the stands.1222truefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/holy-cow-a-cubs-podcast-episode-89-jeff-everson--48940498tag:soundcloud,2010:tracks/1102504375Sun, 08 Aug 2021 19:32:49 +0000Sean HollandJeff is back on the pod to discuss with Sean the Cubs massive trade deadline sell-off. Where do the Cubs go from here? What other hot takes can they come up with? What is their non-Bears fan opinion on the monsters of the midway? All those questions...2585truefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/holy-cow-a-cubs-podcast-episode-88-evan-altman--48940499tag:soundcloud,2010:tracks/1084080709Thu, 08 Jul 2021 19:46:24 +0000Sean HollandEvan Altman from Cubs Insider is back to discuss the Cubs tailspin and what a trade deadline sell off may look like. Also, the sad likely ending of Jake Arrieta's second stint in Chicago.2908truefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/holy-cow-a-cubs-podcast-episode-87-jeff-everson--48940494tag:soundcloud,2010:tracks/1065988660Thu, 10 Jun 2021 18:03:22 +0000Sean HollandFriend of the pod Jeff Everson is back to talk about a fun to watch Cubs team. Also, will the Cubs be motivated buyers at the trade deadline? Patrick Wisdom is fun and Eric Sogard is not.2083truefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/holy-cow-a-cubs-podcast-episode-86-sara-sanchez--48940495tag:soundcloud,2010:tracks/1051066798Tue, 18 May 2021 19:04:26 +0000Sean HollandSara Sanchez from Bleed Cubbie Blue and Fangraphs joins the podcast. She and Sean discuss the Cubs rotation, the return of Lester and Schwarber, Willson Contreras, and the Cardinals.2118truefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/holy-cow-a-cubs-podcast-episode-85-matt-clapp--48940497tag:soundcloud,2010:tracks/1030996885Fri, 16 Apr 2021 18:43:27 +0000Sean HollandMatt Clapp is here to help Sean figure out the Cubs stagnant offense. Also will Nico Hoerner be back soon and trading Craig Kimbrel.2392truefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/holy-cow-a-cubs-podcast-episode-84-jared-wyllys--48940493tag:soundcloud,2010:tracks/1018771033Mon, 29 Mar 2021 23:43:48 +0000Sean HollandJared Wyllys of Forbes Sports is here for a Cubs 2021 season preview. Sean kind of makes a prediction and a discussion of the surprising demotion of Nico Hoerner.1892truefull