Peanuts, Popcorn & Crackerjacks

Peanuts, Popcorn & Crackerjacks

Jeff Santo

Episodes 57
Avg. Duration 1h 20m
Activity Sporadic
Since Apr 2023
Latest Episode Sep 2025

Publishing Details

Schedule
Every 2 Weeks
Format
Episodic
Hosting
feeds.buzzsprout.com

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About This Podcast

Peanuts, Popcorn & Crackerjacks is a baseball and entertainment industry podcast hosted by Jeff Santo, a writer/director and son of Hall of Fame baseball player, Ron Santo.

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Recent Episodes

S3E11 Sean Murray - Brando's Bongos & Blockbuster Scores

Sep 11, 2025 1h 22m

Surviving the Summer slump, Jeff and Christie are back to discuss the MLB realignment. Jeff delves into a fascinating conversation with composer Sean Murray who talks about his journey creating music…

S3E10 Dusty Baker - I Wanted To Be Bobby Bonds

Jul 24, 2025 1h 18m

Jeff and Christie share updates on their upcoming film Wild Ones before Jeff sits down with baseball icon Dusty Baker. From his days with Hank Aaron to managing five MLB teams—including a World…

S3E9 Ron Onesti - I’m Not Afraid To Be A Fan

Jul 03, 2025 1h 22m

Jeff & Christie share their journey to be America’s Favorite Couple. Jeff chats with Chicago theater king Ron Onesti—whose ambition matches his talent to entertain. Then Jeff makes a Crackerjack…

S3E8 Mike Murphy - Bugle Boy

Jun 19, 2025 1h 6m

Jeff talks with Mike Murphy, one of the original Chicago Cubs’ Bleacher Bums whose wild and passionate fandom captured national attention during the unforgettable 1969 season, and he shares some…

S3E7 Shawon Dunston - Let's Do It My Way

Jun 06, 2025 1h 20m

Jeff and Christie discuss Jeff’s recent acting experience in an A-list pop star's music video. Then, Jeff sits down with former MLB shortstop Shawon Dunston to talk about being the #1 overall pick in…

S3E6 Willie Wilson - You hit ‘em in the gaps

May 22, 2025 1h 38m

In this episode, Jeff chats with Kansas City Royals legend Willie Wilson about the 1980s Royals, his breakthrough into the bigs, how he became a switch-hitting batting champ, and his equation for…

S3E5 The Clubhouse - Give Us A Playbill

May 08, 2025 41m

In this special episode, Jeff and Christie dive into the Netflix series The Clubhouse: A Year With The Red Sox. They explore the emotional highs and lows captured on screen, the advantages of…

S3E4 Pat Asanti - It’s So Good People Want To Steal It

Apr 17, 2025 1h 11m

Jeff chats with Pat Asanti, a first generation Italian-American, who left his strict family life in Long Island, NY, for life as an actor in Hollywood. He tells his incredible family story from Italy…

S3E3 Ron Cey - Give Me My Gold Glove

Apr 03, 2025 1h 48m

Jeff and Christie discuss the new torpedo bats. Then Jeff speaks with Dodgers legend Ron Cey, “The Penguin,” about his immense minor league stats before playing in one of the greatest infields of all…

S3E2 Richard Crudo - Vivid, Saturated, Beautiful Green

Mar 20, 2025 1h 47m

Jeff and Christie talk about Tokyo baseball. Then Jeff speaks with distinguished cinematographer Richard Crudo (American Pie, Justified) about his incredible career, learning from the legendary…

S3E1 Ron Coomer - Who Wants It?

Mar 06, 2025 1h 31m

We’re back! Jeff and Christie discuss the new ump rule. Then Jeff speaks with Cubs Broadcaster and former player Ron Coomer about growing up a Cubs fan, how he got into baseball and became a…

S2E20 Brigham Avery - Damn You, Barbara Walters

Dec 12, 2024 1h 9m

Jeff and Christie discuss the HOF inductees and the possible new rule called the Golden-At-Bat. Then Jeff sits down with the multi-hyphenate man of entertainment, Brigham Avery, who talks about his…

S2E19 Tom Dreesen - Success Is Living The Life You Want

Nov 22, 2024 1h 34m

Jeff and Christie have a fun chat about the new robotic umpires. Then Jeff speaks with legendary comedian Tom Dreesen about his journey from humble beginnings to his larger-than-life career,…

S2E18 Ryan Dempster - Be The Buffalo

Oct 24, 2024 1h 50m

Jeff and Christie open by talking about their current project. Then Jeff talks with former Cubs’ pitcher and co-host of MLB’s Intentional Talk, Ryan Dempster. They discuss this World Series matchup,…

S2E17 Sharon Pannozzo - I Never Wore A Dress

Oct 03, 2024 1h 23m

In this episode, Jeff and Christie discuss Pete Rose. Then Jeff speaks with Sharon Pannozzo, the Cubs' longtime Director of Media, about how she got into the business, the obstacles she had to…

S2E16 Joe Buck - I’m The Lucky One

Sep 12, 2024 1h 21m

Jeff talks with legendary announcer Joe Buck about his incredible career, following his father’s footsteps and finding his own style, calling the 2016 World Series, and much more. Then Jeff…

S2E15 Sean Casey - You Can’t Steal 1st

Aug 29, 2024 1h 34m

Jeff and Christie talk about the loss of Christie’s mom. Then Jeff speaks with All-Star 1st baseman Sean Casey, “the Mayor,” about his career: drafted by the Indians, traded to the Reds, being a…

S2E14 Joe Amalfitano - That Was His Signature

Aug 12, 2024 1h 27m

We're back! Releasing this exclusive content for you all to hear. In this episode, Jeff talks with first base coach of the 1969 Cubs, Joe Amalfitano. They discuss Joe’s first meeting with the…

S2E13 Kevin Chapman - I Prepared For That Moment

Jun 27, 2024 1h 41m

In this episode, Jeff and Christie discuss The Bikeriders and new merch. Then Jeff speaks with actor Kevin Chapman about working for the Mayor of Boston, his early childhood with an alcoholic war…

S2E12 Mike Skelton - What’s Playing This Weekend?

Jun 20, 2024 1h 35m

In this episode, Jeff and Christie discuss the TV series Dark Matter. Then, Jeff talks with screenwriter Mike Skelton about their similar paths into Hollywood and the different roads from there…

Frequently Asked Questions

How many episodes does Peanuts, Popcorn & Crackerjacks have?

Peanuts, Popcorn & Crackerjacks has published 57 episodes since April 2023, covering topics in Baseball, Film Interviews.

Is Peanuts, Popcorn & Crackerjacks still active?

Peanuts, Popcorn & Crackerjacks is currently sporadic with new episodes every 2 weeks. Average episode length is 1h 20m.

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