Hour 4: Michael Zagaris and Dusty Baker discuss baseball memories ahead of Dusty's new book " Crossroads"

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Dusty Baker discusses his new memoir 'Crossroads' and shares personal stories from his baseball career and life.

Hour 4: Dusty Baker, the legendary baseball manager and player, joins the show to talk about his new memoir, Crossroads. As a fan of reggae music, Dusty shares how he's been influenced by the genre and even wore reggae-inspired wristbands during his playing days. But it's not just his love of music that makes him a fascinating guest - it's his incredible life story, filled with tales of baseball, music, and culture. This episode is a must-listen for anyone who loves baseball, music, or just great storytelling. Dusty shares stories about his childhood, his time playing with the Giants and Braves, and his experiences as a manager. He talks about his friendship with other baseball legends, like Hank Aaron and Willie Mays, and how they've inspired him throughout his career. With his new book, Crossroads, Dusty takes readers on a journey through his life, from the highs of winning a World Series to the lows of personal struggles. One of the most interesting aspects of Dusty's story is his connection to the city of Sacramento, where he grew up and developed a love for baseball. He shares how his family's move to the city had a profound impact on his life and career, and how it…

People in this episode

Guest: Dusty Baker

Topics covered

• baseball
• memoir
• Dusty Baker
• music
• storytelling
• personal struggles

Keywords

• Dusty Baker
• Crossroads
• baseball memories
• Giants
• Braves
• Hank Aaron
• Willie Mays
• music
• reggae

Mentioned in this episode

Organizations: Giants, Braves

Books & works: Crossroads

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