More Than Just a Game
From Midnight Library of Baseball by bendavidorlando
March 8, 2026 · 36 min · Episode 69
About this episode
This episode explores the World Baseball Classic, its origins, and the significance of a national team's journey in fostering connections among diverse cultures through baseball.
In the spirit of the World Baseball Classic, I put together an episode about this event, its origins, and the journey of one national team that has evolved along with the tournament. And what it means for people of different countries with different beliefs to connect and grow together, through baseball.
People in this episode
Host: bendavidorlando
Topics covered
- World Baseball Classic
- baseball history
- national identity
- cultural connection
- sports evolution
Keywords
- World Baseball Classic
- baseball
- national team
- cultural connection
- sports history
Mentioned in this episode
Organizations: national team
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