High Hopes: A Phillies Podcast

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Sports #181

Jack Fritz and James Seltzer break down the happenings of the Phillies on and off the field. The guys discuss what the Phillies need to do in the future to get back to the World Series, with special guests, interviews, and fun.

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  • Shhsdj
    Super Lazy
    So when Jack produces the afternoon show, zero episodes get put up for hours/days. Makes sense.
  • 2024istheyear
    Stop screaming
    Show used to be good. Can they stop screaming into the mic….just talk baseball. We don’t need a million “buddy….” Not everything is an inside joke….this is becoming unlistenable
  • theindigi
    Terrible audio
    This podcast sounds like it was produced by a rural college station in 2008. Unlistenable. Buy a decent microphone
  • Chaznicknamessuck
    Fun
    Great show except when they try to pass off Joe Giglio as a member of the cast. Jack and James are the only two people that should be on here. Nobody wants Giglios opinions, mainly because they’re all shock jock bull
  • Tommysweet
    Love it but
    Love this podcast. I’ve been listening since the first year BUT there are two major issues I’ve noticed recently. One the audio is garbage, James sounds super quiet whenever he speaks but jack is super loud so if I turn up my volume to be able to hear James I’m getting my eardrums blown up whenever jack talks. And secondly, I spend my life blissfully unaware of Joe Giglio’s garbage takes he comes up with, I don’t need to have him coming up on my podcast feed. I listen for jack and James. Adding onto my review to ask to keep Joe giglio off my feed
  • pumper nickel
    Best Phillies pod
    5 star podcast, too many commercials these days though, a 15 min pod recently with 5 min + of commercials.
  • Acknice11
    Marlins Indians Game 7
    Losing pitcher was Charles Nagy, not Jose Mesa. Love the show
  • Phan fromPG
    Thanks again, for providing this Podcast guys!
    I am writing this review today to comment on what a great job you guys did throughout the season and the postseason. I love High Hopes, because, even when the Phillies lose or choke it is a place to commiserate together. Most of the city will go back to business as usual, and just chalk it up to the natural order of things, but we who live in die with the team every day never really get over these moments. I live in Florida now, but I have been a fan of the Phillies for over 50 years. And I am still angry and sad on this Friday when the World Series is about to start! I will be ready to cheer again in spring training! I learned to know and love Phillies’ baseball from Richie Ashburn and Harry Kalas. Now I am a loyal High Hopes listener, because you guys carry on their tradition of telling it like it is! Thank you again, and keep it up! I hope to make it up to Philly for a High Hopes event sometime! Have one in Clearwater during spring training and I’ll be there! Go Phillies!
  • lordemsworth
    Was 5 star, auto-downloaded but
    I want the podcast, I don’t want WIP shows, especially those with others than James and Fritz or with the idiotic characters they have call in. I just want a podcast, I don’t want all this other junk downloaded
  • Ryan Nevis
    Disrespectful
    The guy calls in trying to make a point about how far the Phillies have come and uses his grandfather as an analogy for his connection to the Phillies and one of the hosts just shuts him down. It’s a sport and you’re a fully grown man, get over yourself. Disgraceful. Take the loss like an adult not a child.
  • FatherBob42
    Johan Rojas Monologue
    One of the best sports podcasts out there! The Johan Rojas monologue in the NLCS preview pod will be used in high school public speaking classes across the tristate area. Keep up the great work!
  • Skolbear
    We're back
    CBP is vibe-fueled right now.
  • mattmacp215
    Get Giglio off this Podcast
    He’s the worst. This should be a Giglio free space. Its not even a High Hopes episode. Doesn’t WIP have a podcast where they can put his slop?
  • TheBestEver9
    Great Pod
    YOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOO, great Phillies podcast. Love the work you guys do, keep it up fellas!
  • erdjkd
    Great run!
    James and Jack, keep up the great work on High Hopes, WIP, and Jack on the Postgame. You guys are hilarious, honest and such die hards. I am 51 and have been a die Philly fan since my first game in 1975. Tough weekend against the Twins, we need to bounce back in Toronto. Thanks again for all you do!
  • PinarC
    James Seltzer doing Charlie Day impersonation.
    Is there a way to get James Seltzer not to talk?
  • jbrosk
    Batter up
    Don’t let angry Ron back on the air ways.
  • Joshboyboy
    Please keep this as a traditional podcast feed
    I like full episodes of the high hopes podcast. I am not interested in other WIP programs from other hosts, nor am I interested in the small chapters of the podcasts - they just clog my feed and cause me to resent subscribing in the first place. Otherwise, great work by jack and james. Thanks.
  • Reviewer JJR
    If you love the Phillies, you will love this podcast.
    Jack and James ride the rollercoaster of Philly Fandom with you.
  • ptf019876678
    One small complaint
    Love the podcast, gave it 5 stars. My only complaint is that James’ volume continually changes as he gets closer and farther from the microphone. When listening with ear pods, sometimes the volume surges in the extreme…but I’m old so take that into account 🤣
  • ibmx08
    Robots should be used to Evaluate umpires’ performance
    But the umpire’s union would never allow it. That union is why we have this debate about robot umps. Once they’re hired they’re protected for life. And I doubt the screening process is as intensive as it should be.
  • DaBuhlzz
    Great Show
    If you want Phillies baseball. That’s what you get
  • TheRealRu55
    you don’t like the phillies if you don’t listen to the High Hopes pod.
    no better podcast to get you ready for phillies baseball, two great guys talkin phillies. in season, off season. they cover it all. great pod, great listen, great expertise. go phillies ! #MillerLitesForPhilsWins
  • Encanto musica!
    Looking forward to another season
    Love Jack and James. They make the bad seasons bearable and the good seasons even better. Always look forward to an emergency pod. Also we want shirts!
  • phillyphilly2567
    Jack and James best in the business
    As an huge Philadelphia sports fan and avid podcast listener I listen to a lot of Philadelphia related podcasts and high hopes is the best hands down James and jack are two of the best in the business with the energy they bring to there fandom being felt through the hole episode.
  • Bananarainbow
    Made me a podcast listener
    It’s not Phillies season without High Hopes! I never listened to podcasts and then I gave this one a try and now I don’t miss an episode. Fritz and Seltzer just get it, if you’re a diehard Phillies fan and want to listen to other diehards with good opinions, this is the show.
  • gmorgsmu
    True Phillies guys
    Love these guys. No other sports guys have ever said exactly what I was think more than these two.
  • ASFMaconGA
    Simply the best Phillies pod!
    The only way I am ever disappointed in the pod is when I find out there isn’t a new one! Awesome work guys!
  • Guywithbaseball
    Enjoy the show!
    Always look forward to see a new episode about the Phils out! James and Jack are the best. Great job guys keep up the great work. Thanks for the entertainment and Go Phils!
  • Disney Lover☺️
    High Hopes
    James and Jack ignite my passion for Phillies. Their enthusiasm and wit make it an easy listen. Go Phils!
  • MR_CDAWG
    Phils?
    Keep the Phaith
  • Daddy??
    Jack Fritz
    Jack Fritz is a class act who deserves nothing less than 5 stars.
  • Dave5208
    My Favorite Sports Podcast!
    Love the podcast, James and Jack are great! One day they’re bound to make the Phillies video yearbook like the great Eliot Shorr-Parks. #WhyNotMick
  • brianamartin221
    A+ Phillies podcast
    Jack & James do a top-notch Podcast this is a must listen if you’re even a casual Phillies fan!! They both keep it light while still being able to touch on relevant topics even to the most die hard fan!
  • sir nose dvoidoffunk
    For Fritz Guys.
    Best pod there for Phillies talk. -Jim nantz
  • gcxc15
    Best Phillies Pod
    Come for the Phillies’ takes, stay for the parenting stories.
  • Becky not Rebecca
    Feel like I’m with my friends…
    Every time I listen to these guys, it makes me feel like I am sitting with them, having a drink, and just talking baseball. I love their knowledge and passion and sense of humor. Keep it up guys!!
  • wotnonsense
    A new phan is born….
    Congratulations to Fritzy! I think Jack and Jimmie need to temper their expectations…….. The Braves look like contenders and the Mets have some depth. The Phils are starting the season with some injuries…. I’m not sure there is enough Miller Lite to take the edge off the coming season.
  • BeoWolfe66
    Essential Listening for Phils Phans
    Great on-air chemistry, amazing passion for the team!
  • aliscoolyoheawesome
    YOOOOOOOOOO
    Big shout out to the main men, Jack Fritz and James Seltzer!! Putting out a consistently entertaining podcast from two guys who just really get Philly sports. You love to see it, and you love even more to hear it. GO PHILS!!
  • Dan Smedley
    Must Listen For All Phillies Fan
    Fritz and Seltzer have been the voice of all Phillies fans through all the peaks and valleys of the last half decade. Most creditable and knowledgeable duo out there and all around awesome human beings. From offseason hot stove to in season highlights it’s appointment listening!
  • Corbusier1325636
    Perfect for the Diseased Phillies Fan
    I always love listening to this show. I started listening in the dark ages of 2017 and it helped me renew my love of baseball and the Phils. Jack and James are great as well - Im happy to see them doing so well!
  • 5 Star Review Dylan
    Life is just counting the days until a new High Hopes Pod
    Not only is this my favorite Phillies podcast, it’s my favorite podcast in general. Big time must listen for all Phillies/baseball fans
  • Rainbow Honeysuckle
    YOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOO
    Miller lites for Phils wins. Stott leadoff campaign. Phillies 2026 ws champs.
  • SportsTalkGuru
    Jack was a stud pitcher
    Jack was actually a stud pitcher at Rustin High School and now, his Phillies takes are even better than his DII worthy fastball. Love these guys! Best Phils podcast out there
  • Mr. #100
    Baseball Guys
    James and Jack know ball. It’s that simple.
  • Jayme Harr
    The Best
    Only podcast I listen too on a routine basis. James and Jack get me every time. Lets go Fightin’s!
  • CS1370
    Good But Could Be Great
    There’s no question James and Jack know baseball, but they don’t always give you the content you want. James does a fantastic job of letting Jack be the character he needs to be but there are too many times in which a 50-minute podcast is 70% about Jack’s collegiate pitching career, Jack criticizing the Eagles, or whatever random thing is on Jack’s mind. I unequivocally know they know a ton about the Phillies. I’d love to hear more of a breakdown of the players, team, and their predictions - and less about Jack.
  • thisisourscience
    The Best To Ever Do It
    Been listening for years, High Hopes is hands down the best Phils-related podcast you can listen to. Seltz and Fritz are legit great dudes and, more importantly, just know ball. (Fritz > ESP any day of the week… I’m kidding… No, I’m not). Much love.
  • pcon345
    High hopes Boston
    Pitchers and catchers pod made me forget about the eagles loss and got me stoked boys. I’ll be at every Sunday game this year let go!!!!!
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