Parney sits down with former NBA All-Star Kenny Anderson for an incredible conversation about basketball, New York City hoops culture, and the journey that made him one of the most electric point guards of his generation.

Kenny reflects on growing up in Queens, the legendary New York high school basketball scene at Archbishop Molloy, and the coaches and mentors who shaped his career from an early age. He also shares stories from the recruiting process, choosing Georgia Tech, and what it was like entering the NBA as one of the most hyped young players in the country.

The two also dive into:
The legendary NYC basketball scene and Rucker Park
Favorite teammates, coaches, and NBA memories
ACC Tournament stories at Georgia Tech
Favorite New York sports teams and players growing up
His acclaimed Mr. Chibbs documentary
Career longevity
The players he dominated against
Advice for young basketball players today

Whether you’re an NBA fan, college basketball fan, or simply love hearing incredible stories from sports legends, this is a must-listen episode with one of basketball’s most fascinating personalities.

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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Parney sits down with former NBA All-Star Kenny Anderson for an incredible conversation about basketball, New York City hoops culture, and the journey that made him one of the most electric point guards of his generation.
Kenny reflects on growing up in Queens, the legendary New York high school basketball scene at Archbishop Molloy, and the coaches and mentors who shaped his career from an early age. He also shares stories from the recruiting process, choosing Georgia Tech, and what it was like entering the NBA as one of the most hyped young players in the country.
The two also dive into:
<ul data-start="1158" data-end="1640">
<li data-section-id="1852ejm" data-start="1158" data-end="1212">The legendary NYC basketball scene and Rucker Park</li>
<li data-section-id="apwpoe" data-start="1213" data-end="1262">Favorite teammates, coaches, and NBA memories</li>
<li data-section-id="bvqmwi" data-start="1263" data-end="1305">ACC Tournament stories at Georgia Tech</li>
<li data-section-id="m7qkaj" data-start="1363" data-end="1420">Favorite New York sports teams and players growing up</li>
<li data-section-id="1jtqzli" data-start="1421" data-end="1463">His acclaimed Mr. Chibbs documentary</li>
<li data-section-id="z8sb3b" data-start="1464" data-end="1525">Career longevity</li>
<li data-section-id="xctdky" data-start="1526" data-end="1594">The players he dominated against</li>
<li data-section-id="gb94b" data-start="1595" data-end="1640">Advice for young basketball players today</li>
</ul>
Whether you&rsquo;re an NBA fan, college basketball fan, or simply love hearing incredible stories from sports legends, this is a must-listen episode with one of basketball&rsquo;s most fascinating personalities.
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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After spending the last 35+ years in minor league baseball, Todd "Parney" Parnell is peeling back the curtain to share the incredible memories, relationships, and captivating stories from his storied career on the Parney Time podcast.

Join Parney and the "Pub Club" every other week for authentic conversations, wild untold stories, life lessons, and a lineup of guest interviews that will keep you on the edge of your seat.

You never know what's coming next on Parney Time!  

After spending the last 35+ years in minor league baseball, Todd "Parney" Parnell is peeling back the curtain to share the incredible memories, relationships, and captivating stories from his storied career on the Parney Time podcast.
Join Parney and the "Pub Club" every other week for authentic conversations, wild untold stories, life lessons, and a lineup of guest interviews that will keep you on the edge of your seat.
You never know what's coming next on Parney Time!

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Kenny Anderson on New York Basketball and His NBA Journey

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On this episode of Parney Time, Parney sits down with former MLB All-Star closer and MLB's all-time save % leader Joe Nathan for an incredible conversation covering one of the most unique careers in baseball history.

Joe reflects on his unlikely path to becoming one of the greatest relief pitchers of his generation, including arriving in the San Francisco Giants organization as an infielder before making the transition to the mound and eventually becoming the Minnesota Twins' all-time saves leader.

The two dive into:
Growing up playing multiple sports and why young athletes should do the same
His college career at Stony Brook and having the baseball field named in his honor
Working as a stock broker, bar back, and golf course employee before reaching the big leagues
The coaches and mentors who helped shape his career
Getting called up to the majors during the Barry Bonds era
First MLB game memories and adjusting to life in the big leagues
Playing on the first-ever Team USA World Baseball Classic roster alongside Derek Jeter, Roger Clemens, Alex Rodriguez, Ken Griffey Jr., Chipper Jones, Johnny Damon, Torii Hunter, and more
Why that Team USA roster may have been the greatest collection of baseball talent ever assembled
His favorite memories as a member of the Minnesota Twins
Veteran leadership in today's game versus past generations
Kirby Puckett's impact on Minnesota baseball
Funny bullpen stories and memorable mound visits
Joe's incredible memorabilia collection featuring jerseys from Mariano Rivera, Nolan Ryan, Max Scherzer, Justin Verlander, David Price, Cal Ripken Jr., and more
Tough playoff losses
Rapid-fire questions

Whether you're a Twins fan, Giants fan, baseball history buff, or simply love hearing incredible stories from the people who lived them, this is a must-listen episode with one of the best closers in MLB history.

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 former MLB All-Star closer and MLB's all-time save % leader Joe Nathan for an incredible conversation covering one of the most unique careers in baseball history.
Joe reflects on his unlikely path to becoming one of the greatest relief pitchers of his generation, including arriving in the San Francisco Giants organization as an infielder before making the transition to the mound and eventually becoming the Minnesota Twins' all-time saves leader.
The two dive into:
<ul>
<li>Growing up playing multiple sports and why young athletes should do the same</li>
<li>His college career at Stony Brook and having the baseball field named in his honor</li>
<li>Working as a stock broker, bar back, and golf course employee before reaching the big leagues</li>
<li>The coaches and mentors who helped shape his career</li>
<li>Getting called up to the majors during the Barry Bonds era</li>
<li>First MLB game memories and adjusting to life in the big leagues</li>
<li>Playing on the first-ever Team USA World Baseball Classic roster alongside Derek Jeter, Roger Clemens, Alex Rodriguez, Ken Griffey Jr., Chipper Jones, Johnny Damon, Torii Hunter, and more</li>
<li>Why that Team USA roster may have been the greatest collection of baseball talent ever assembled</li>
<li>His favorite memories as a member of the Minnesota Twins</li>
<li>Veteran leadership in today's game versus past generations</li>
<li>Kirby Puckett's impact on Minnesota baseball</li>
<li>Funny bullpen stories and memorable mound visits</li>
<li>Joe's incredible memorabilia collection featuring jerseys from Mariano Rivera, Nolan Ryan, Max Scherzer, Justin Verlander, David Price, Cal Ripken Jr., and more</li>
<li>Tough playoff losses</li>
<li>Rapid-fire questions</li>
</ul>
Whether you're a Twins fan, Giants fan, baseball history buff, or simply love hearing incredible stories from the people who lived them, this is a must-listen episode with one of the best closers in MLB history.
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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6-Time All-Star Joe Nathan on Bullpen Life, the WBC, and Hall of Fame Teammates

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To kick off Season 3, Parney sits down with legendary MLB manager Bruce Bochy for an unforgettable conversation covering his incredible baseball journey, behind-the-scenes World Series stories, and the relationships that defined his career.

Bochy reflects on growing up in France, getting drafted by the Astros, his early minor league days, stories from Las Vegas, and the coaches and mentors who helped shape him into one of the greatest managers in baseball history.

The two also dive into:
Winning four World Series championships
The San Francisco Giants dynasty years
Incredible behind-the-scenes stories about Madison Bumgarner and Game 7 of the World Series
Coaching young players and building trust in the clubhouse
Managing relationships in baseball
Funny minor league stories and rapid-fire questions
Coaching his son and becoming MLB’s first father-son manager/player duo

Whether you’re a Giants fan, Rangers fan, lifelong baseball fan, or simply love great sports stories, this is a must-listen episode with one of baseball’s all-time greats.

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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To kick off Season 3, Parney sits down with legendary MLB manager Bruce Bochy for an unforgettable conversation covering his incredible baseball journey, behind-the-scenes World Series stories, and the relationships that defined his career.
Bochy reflects on growing up in France, getting drafted by the Astros, his early minor league days, stories from Las Vegas, and the coaches and mentors who helped shape him into one of the greatest managers in baseball history.
The two also dive into:
<ul data-start="1112" data-end="1548">
<li data-section-id="1dx1qa7" data-start="1112" data-end="1155">Winning four World Series championships</li>
<li data-section-id="lom2xh" data-start="1156" data-end="1198">The San Francisco Giants dynasty years</li>
<li data-section-id="379ax7" data-start="1199" data-end="1314">Incredible behind-the-scenes stories about Madison Bumgarner and Game 7 of the World Series</li>
<li data-section-id="ubo3vz" data-start="1315" data-end="1377">Coaching young players and building trust in the clubhouse</li>
<li data-section-id="n0rqoa" data-start="1378" data-end="1416">Managing relationships in baseball</li>
<li data-section-id="fb91eq" data-start="1417" data-end="1472">Funny minor league stories and rapid-fire questions</li>
<li data-section-id="dedgpe" data-start="1473" data-end="1548">Coaching his son and becoming MLB&rsquo;s first father-son manager/player duo</li>
</ul>
Whether you&rsquo;re a Giants fan, Rangers fan, lifelong baseball fan, or simply love great sports stories, this is a must-listen episode with one of baseball&rsquo;s all-time greats.
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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4x World Series Champion Bruce Bochy

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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 — 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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Kenny Anderson on New York Basketball and His NBA Journey

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