Parney is joined by MP and Joe T to look back on all the incredible guests and unforgettable innings from Season 2. From Squirrels legends to Wrestling Hall of Famers — and even a heartfelt tribute to The Diamond — this season was truly one for the books. Tune in as the crew relives their favorite moments from a season we’ll never forget!

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Parney is joined by MP and Joe T to look back on all the incredible guests and unforgettable innings from Season 2. From Squirrels legends to Wrestling Hall of Famers &mdash; and even a heartfelt tribute to The Diamond &mdash; this season was truly one for the books. Tune in as the crew relives their favorite moments from a season we&rsquo;ll never forget!
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S2 Inning 13: Season 2 Wrap-Up

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This week on Parney Time, Parney sits down with one of the biggest personalities in golf, Fat Perez, for an honest and hilarious conversation about one of the most unlikely success stories in sports media.

Before becoming a household name through Bob Does Sports, Fat Perez was working as an accountant in Virginia, living a stable life with a steady career. Then one opportunity changed everything. He opens up about the difficult decision to leave it all behind, the moments he realized his life would never be the same, and what it's been like becoming one of the most recognizable faces in YouTube golf.

The two also dive into:
Leaving accounting to join Bob Does Sports full-time
The surreal moments that made his YouTube career feel real
Playing alongside Bryson DeChambeau and what he's really like off camera
The origin of the legendary "Euro Step"
Being recognized by PGA Tour players and celebrities
His unforgettable memories at St. Andrews
Favorite golf courses and life inside professional golf
Behind-the-scenes stories about tour caddies
The hardest he's ever laughed filming with the Bob Does Sports crew
Tiger Woods seeing his putt at the Creator Classic
Taking on Phil Mickelson in one of golf's most memorable challenge videos
Why authenticity has been the key to his success

Whether you're a golfer, a Bob Does Sports fan, or simply love hearing incredible career journeys, this is a must-listen conversation with one of the most entertaining personalities in golf today.

This season of Parney Time is proudly presented by LaBella, a full-service engineering, architecture, environmental, and planning firm who helped bring CarMax Park to life and help build stronger communities across the country. Learn more: https://labellapc.com/

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This week on Parney Time, Parney sits down with one of the biggest personalities in golf, Fat Perez, for an honest and hilarious conversation about one of the most unlikely success stories in sports media.
Before becoming a household name through Bob Does Sports, Fat Perez was working as an accountant in Virginia, living a stable life with a steady career. Then one opportunity changed everything. He opens up about the difficult decision to leave it all behind, the moments he realized his life would never be the same, and what it's been like becoming one of the most recognizable faces in YouTube golf.
The two also dive into:
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<li data-section-id="1ue68bc" data-start="1292" data-end="1366">Playing alongside Bryson DeChambeau and what he's really like off camera</li>
<li data-section-id="1qk20e9" data-start="1367" data-end="1408">The origin of the legendary "Euro Step"</li>
<li data-section-id="73cijs" data-start="1409" data-end="1463">Being recognized by PGA Tour players and celebrities</li>
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<li data-section-id="16fejax" data-start="1566" data-end="1612">Behind-the-scenes stories about tour caddies</li>
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<li data-section-id="14o5wid" data-start="1683" data-end="1735">Tiger Woods seeing his putt at the Creator Classic</li>
<li data-section-id="1jlg32v" data-start="1736" data-end="1811">Taking on Phil Mickelson in one of golf's most memorable challenge videos</li>
<li data-section-id="1on5ojp" data-start="1812" data-end="1862">Why authenticity has been the key to his success</li>
</ul>
Whether you're a golfer, a Bob Does Sports fan, or simply love hearing incredible career journeys, this is a must-listen conversation with one of the most entertaining personalities in golf today.
This season of Parney Time is proudly presented by LaBella, a full-service engineering, architecture, environmental, and planning firm who helped bring CarMax Park to life and help build stronger communities across the country. Learn more: <a href="https://labellapc.com/">https://labellapc.com/</a>
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Fat Perez: Accountant to Golf Sensation

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On this episode of Parney Time, Parney sits down with Toronto Blue Jays first base coach Mark Budzinski for one of the most heartfelt conversations of the season.

From growing up in Maryland dreaming of playing at Memorial Stadium to starring at the University of Richmond and eventually reaching the major leagues as both a player and coach, Budzinski reflects on the people, moments, and lessons that shaped his remarkable baseball journey.

The two dive into:
Growing up around Baltimore baseball and idolizing Eddie Murray
His University of Richmond days and what prepared him for professional baseball
Life in the minor leagues and the lessons that built his career
The unforgettable day he received his first call to the big leagues
Coaching stars like Vladimir Guerrero Jr., and George Springer
The emotional meaning behind the Blue Jays honoring his late daughter, Julia
Hilarious bus ride and clubhouse stories
Rapid-fire questions, favorite teammates, and baseball memories
Faith, leadership, resilience, and finding purpose beyond the game

In honor of Mark's daughter Julia, please consider supporting the Julia Budzinski Memorial Scholarship Fund, which provides scholarships to deserving student-athletes and continues Julia's legacy of kindness, leadership, and service. You can also join the community at the JB Sunset 5K, taking place November 27 in Glen Allen, Virginia.

This season of Parney Time is proudly presented by LaBella, a full-service engineering, architecture, environmental, and planning firm who helped bring CarMax Park to life and help build stronger communities across the country. Learn more: https://labellapc.com/

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On this episode of Parney Time, Parney sits down with Toronto Blue Jays first base coach Mark Budzinski for one of the most heartfelt conversations of the season.
From growing up in Maryland dreaming of playing at Memorial Stadium to starring at the University of Richmond and eventually reaching the major leagues as both a player and coach, Budzinski reflects on the people, moments, and lessons that shaped his remarkable baseball journey.
The two dive into:
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<li data-section-id="8vr2x9" data-start="841" data-end="906">Growing up around Baltimore baseball and idolizing Eddie Murray</li>
<li data-section-id="e19ioe" data-start="907" data-end="988">His University of Richmond days and what prepared him for professional baseball</li>
<li data-section-id="oe5et9" data-start="989" data-end="1054">Life in the minor leagues and the lessons that built his career</li>
<li data-section-id="k65ffz" data-start="1055" data-end="1124">The unforgettable day he received his first call to the big leagues</li>
<li data-section-id="60du1s" data-start="1125" data-end="1206">Coaching stars like Vladimir Guerrero Jr., and George Springer</li>
<li data-section-id="nmij8b" data-start="1207" data-end="1285">The emotional meaning behind the Blue Jays honoring his late daughter, Julia</li>
<li data-section-id="1e87gre" data-start="1286" data-end="1328">Hilarious bus ride and clubhouse stories</li>
<li data-section-id="tci3lf" data-start="1329" data-end="1394">Rapid-fire questions, favorite teammates, and baseball memories</li>
<li data-section-id="139vw5y" data-start="1395" data-end="1463">Faith, leadership, resilience, and finding purpose beyond the game</li>
</ul>
In honor of Mark's daughter Julia, please consider supporting the <a href="https://henricogives.org/honorary-and-memorial-funds/julia/">Julia Budzinski Memorial Scholarship Fund</a>, which provides scholarships to deserving student-athletes and continues Julia's legacy of kindness, leadership, and service. You can also join the community at the <a href="https://runsignup.com/Race/VA/GlenAllen/JBSunset5K">JB Sunset 5K</a>, taking place November 27 in Glen Allen, Virginia.
This season of Parney Time is proudly presented by LaBella, a full-service engineering, architecture, environmental, and planning firm who helped bring CarMax Park to life and help build stronger communities across the country. Learn more: <a href="https://labellapc.com/">https://labellapc.com/</a>
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Blue Jays 1st Base Coach Mark Budzinski on the Big Leagues, Faith and Resilience

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On this episode of Parney Time, Parney welcomes one of the greatest two-sport athletes of his generation, Brian Jordan.

From starring as a Richmond Spider to playing in both the NFL and Major League Baseball, Brian reflects on the journey that made him one of the rare athletes to succeed at the highest level in two professional sports.

Brian shares incredible stories about growing up playing every sport imaginable, why young athletes should avoid specializing too early, and how the University of Richmond changed the course of his life. He also looks back on his football and baseball recruiting process, being drafted in both sports, and the devastating leg injury that nearly ended his career before it truly began.

The two also dive into:
The importance of playing multiple sports growing up
Choosing the University of Richmond and why it became his perfect fit
His football and baseball draft experiences
Overcoming a career-threatening leg injury
How the Atlanta Falcons gave him his first opportunity in the NFL
Incredible stories about Bo Jackson, Joe Montana, Jerry Rice, and other sports legends
His favorite teammates and career memories
The Brian Jordan Foundation and his passion for youth literacy
Bringing HBCU baseball and softball tournaments to Richmond
His latest ventures in professional football and community development

Learn more about the Brian Jordan Foundation Scholarship Program

This season of Parney Time is proudly presented by LaBella, a full-service engineering, architecture, environmental, and planning firm who helped bring CarMax Park to life and help build stronger communities across the country. Learn more: https://labellapc.com/

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On this episode of Parney Time, Parney welcomes one of the greatest two-sport athletes of his generation, Brian Jordan.
From starring as a Richmond Spider to playing in both the NFL and Major League Baseball, Brian reflects on the journey that made him one of the rare athletes to succeed at the highest level in two professional sports.
Brian shares incredible stories about growing up playing every sport imaginable, why young athletes should avoid specializing too early, and how the University of Richmond changed the course of his life. He also looks back on his football and baseball recruiting process, being drafted in both sports, and the devastating leg injury that nearly ended his career before it truly began.
The two also dive into:
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<li data-section-id="1he2z55" data-start="1369" data-end="1423">The importance of playing multiple sports growing up</li>
<li data-section-id="1ti8it7" data-start="1424" data-end="1495">Choosing the University of Richmond and why it became his perfect fit</li>
<li data-section-id="5ozqgu" data-start="1496" data-end="1541">His football and baseball draft experiences</li>
<li data-section-id="1phods1" data-start="1542" data-end="1586">Overcoming a career-threatening leg injury</li>
<li data-section-id="8vmjw0" data-start="1587" data-end="1648">How the Atlanta Falcons gave him his first opportunity in the NFL</li>
<li data-section-id="o7v3ss" data-start="1649" data-end="1749">Incredible stories about Bo Jackson, Joe Montana, Jerry Rice, and other sports legends</li>
<li data-section-id="tanj6b" data-start="1750" data-end="1794">His favorite teammates and career memories</li>
<li data-section-id="1u4nz9l" data-start="1795" data-end="1859">The Brian Jordan Foundation and his passion for youth literacy</li>
<li data-section-id="5bkzk5" data-start="1860" data-end="1921">Bringing HBCU baseball and softball tournaments to Richmond</li>
<li data-section-id="10avs0f" data-start="1922" data-end="1994">His latest ventures in professional football and community development</li>
</ul>
Learn more about the <a href="https://www.brianjordanfoundation.com/scholarship-program.html">Brian Jordan Foundation Scholarship Program</a>
This season of Parney Time is proudly presented by LaBella, a full-service engineering, architecture, environmental, and planning firm who helped bring CarMax Park to life and help build stronger communities across the country. Learn more: <a href="https://labellapc.com/">https://labellapc.com/</a>
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From Richmond Spider to Two-Sport Superstar with Brian Jordan

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S2 Inning 13: Season 2 Wrap-Up

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