by MLB.com
Mets PR Legend of 40 years and current V.P. of alumni relations and team historian, Jay Horwitz, talks to some of the most interesting people he can find. Amazin’ Conversations is a weekly opportunity for listeners to not only hear stories from Mets alumni you would never get anywhere else, but interviews with some incredible people outside the world of baseball.
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April 30, 2025
In this emotional and wide-ranging conversation, Mets legend Darryl Strawberry sits down with Jay Horwitz to talk about Pete Alonso breaking Mets home run records, his new book "Another Life", visiting death row inmates in Louisiana, and what it really means to find purpose after baseball. Darryl also shares inside stories from the 1986 World Series, Mike Tyson visiting the Mets, and why David Wright’s jersey retirement is so meaningful. Plus: advice for Juan Soto adjusting to New York and why the 1986 Mets are one of the most beloved teams in baseball history. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
April 23, 2025
Legendary NY Post columnist Mike Vaccaro joins the show to open up about the challenges of returning to work after a lower leg amputation, his deep connection to New York sports history, and the complicated nature of boos and fan expectations in the Big Apple. From his unforgettable first meeting with Tom Seaver to navigating his career through adversity, Vaccaro discusses the evolving role of the journalist, writing personal stories, and why Citi Field may be transforming into one of baseball’s greatest home field advantages. Subscribe for more in-depth Mets interviews, stories, and behind-the-scenes insights from the people who shape the game. #Mets #MikeVaccaro #TomSeaver #CitiField #MLB #Baseball #MeetAtTheApple #NewYorkMets #MetsPodcast Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
April 15, 2025
Andy Martino joins Jay Horwitz for a special episode of Amazin’ Conversations to talk about what it really takes to break news in Major League Baseball. From cultivating authentic human relationships with players like Juan Soto and executives across front offices, to his journey from the Daily News to SNY insider coverage of the Mets and Yankees, Andy shares candid stories, media insights, and reflections on the evolution of baseball journalism. They dive into behind-the-scenes moments, including his connection to Shannon Forde’s legacy, covering David Wright’s career, and how Carlos Beltrán is helping shape today’s Mets. If you’ve ever wondered how the biggest Mets scoops get reported — this one’s for you. 🧠 Featuring insider takes on: Breaking the Pete Alonso story Balancing trust and reporting in the clubhouse Why Carlos Beltrán is the most underrated Met ever 📍Don’t forget to like, subscribe, and drop a comment on your favorite Mets moment. #Mets #AndyMartino #MLBInsider #PeteAlonso #CarlosBeltran #CitiField #Yankees #MLBNews #JayHorwitz #BaseballMedia #MeetAtTheApple ⏱️ YouTube Timestamps (Chapters): 00:00 – Andy Martino on authentic relationships in baseball 01:01 – Why news isn’t always the priority 02:06 – Remembering Shannon Forde and Foley’s memories 03:16 – The human side of journalism 04:02 – Covering both Mets and Yankees: why just two teams 05:01 – Andy’s start at the Daily News & media evolution 06:12 – Leaving print for broadcast: SNY’s vision and Fred Wilpon’s role 07:20 – Breaking the Alonso signing and the job of being first 08:01 – Round-the-clock grind of MLB insider life 09:26 – Why focusing on Mets & Yankees keeps it manageable 10:05 – Martino’s mindset: don’t just be a news extractor 11:12 – Learning baseball from the players themselves 12:16 – Handling criticism & social media toxicity 13:10 – Interacting with Mets fans IRL vs online 13:34 – The collaborative joy of working in TV vs print 14:27 – Why writing is still his true passion 14:55 – How he got Brian Cashman to trust him for his book 16:05 – Unsung Yankees contributors recognized in the book 17:00 – On fair reporting and trust with PR staffs 18:15 – News is just a byproduct of relationships 19:00 – On competitive sourcing & beat reporting 20:15 – Terry Collins and the value of honest communication 20:37 – Carlos Beltrán's underappreciated Mets legacy 21:39 – How Beltrán is mentoring Lindor behind the scenes 22:54 – Watching David Wright evolve through his career 24:06 – A David Wright story that defines his character 25:06 – Why Martino still finds joy in his job 26:05 – Jay Horwitz gets his flowers from Martino Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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