Here is the 500th episode of The Ivy Envy Podcast. Kurt, Andy, and Corey get together (with their families) to record this one in person. We reminisce the early days of Ivy Envy and share some stories that have probably never been told on the

The End of an Era

Aug 3rd, 2021 1h 30m

The Ivy Envy Podcast closes up shop with this final episode. Listen as Andy, Kurt, and Corey comment on the Anthony Rizzo, Kris Bryant, and Javier Baez trades, which officially closes the window on this era of Cubs baseball.

2020 Wild Card Series - Game #1 Post-Game

Oct 1st, 2020 29m 34s

On this episode, Andy and Corey discuss the first game of the Wild Card Series vs. the Marlins.

Absence Makes the Heart Grow Fonder

Sep 18th, 2020 45m 41s

As the Cubs head into the last 10 games of the season, they sit comfortably in 1st place in the NL Central. On this episode, we talk about this strange season and how it impacts what we do and don't pay attention to when it comes to individual

Natural Disaster Scary Stats

Aug 21st, 2020 50m 20s

Nearly halfway through the 2020 season, the Cubs sit in first place in the division, up by four games. On this episode, we talk about the last few weeks in Cubs baseball.

Accordion Wallet of Wins

Aug 4th, 2020 53m 22s

Baseball survives another week (kind of), and the Cubs start their series with the Royals with a 7-2 record. On this episode, we talk about the first week and a half of the 2020 season. We talk about what looks good (the starting pitching and

Wood 'n' Wi(e)ck

Jul 27th, 2020 1h 6m

On this episode, we share our thoughts on the return of baseball and the first Cubs series of the season.

Splashes of Normalcy

Jul 2nd, 2020 1h 5m

Baseball is (kind of...maybe) back, and we're here to talk about it. This episode is a big-picture look at MLB and Ivy Envy in 2020. We also talk about some of the rules and changes coming to the league this season and share some thoughts on

Just a Game, with Katie Day

May 8th, 2020 56m 3s

Katie Day joins us to discuss her most recent music release, a song called, "Just a Game." To purchase this song, visit http://katiedaymusic.bandcamp.com Watch the video for "Just a Game" at https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=wCI0LGHbB48

CPBL Colorways

Apr 30th, 2020 50m 31s

It's our third episode of the Coronavirus era. This episode contains SOME baseball talk. We discuss some MLB plans to return, how this season could impact the Cubs in 2021, and we talk a little about CPBL.

Will baseball return in 2020?

Apr 8th, 2020 40m 54s

Welcome to the second Coronavirus episode. If you're here for only the baseball talk, you'll probably want to skip it.

A discussion between friends.

Mar 20th, 2020 39m 40s

If you're here for the Cubs baseball, skip this episode.

Talking Cubs Starting Pitching at Chicago Comic and Entertainment Expo

Mar 2nd, 2020 41m 54s

This episode was recorded at the Chicago Comic and Entertainment Expo. In this episode, you will hear a discussion on the Cubs starting rotation. We want to thank listener, Chase, for joining us on this episode. We are also joined by another

Talking Marquee Network with Evan Altman from Cubs Insider

Feb 24th, 2020 59m 46s

The Marquee Network (kind of) rolled out this weekend with some Marquee programming and the first Cubs game broadcast on the network. On this episode, I am joined by Evan Altman from Cubs Insider. Listen in as we discuss the positives and ne

Reasons to be optimistic about the 2020 Chicago Cubs

Feb 20th, 2020 1h 18m

On this episode, we talk about the Marquee Network, Kris Bryant's lengthy press conference in Mesa, and we share the reasons we are optimistic and feel good about the Cubs in 2020.

The Testicle-Centered Episode

Jan 30th, 2020 1h 15m

It has been a slow-offseason for the Cubs, and so it's been a slow-offseason for us. However, enough minor moves and news have piled up that an episode of the podcast is warranted. On this episode, we talk about the moves the Cubs have and h

2020: The Final Season

Jan 4th, 2020 39m 32s

We kick off our 12th season of the podcast with an episode that contains no discussion on the Chicago Cubs.

Mundane on a Pile of Mundane

Dec 15th, 2019 46m 58s

The 2019 MLB Winter Meetings are over. The Cubs showed up with 25 people and walked out with Trevor Megill. In this episode, we talk about the Cubs going overbudget on Wrigley Field renovations, news that the Cubs and Rizzo are not engaged i

Compact Disc Pelham

Dec 4th, 2019 38m 17s

It's the episode we've looked forward to doing for quite a while...the episode where we bid farewell to Addison Russell. We talk about the Cubs' decision to move on and reflect back on Russell's on-the-field career with the Cubs. We catch up

Please Extend Javy Now, @Cubs

Nov 17th, 2019 35m 9s

Typically, this time of November is pretty slow when it comes to the MLB hot-stove. On this episode, we check in with a couple of Cubs topics and briefly discuss the Astros sign-stealing situation. Become a supporter of the podcast at Patreo

David Ross Press Conference

Oct 30th, 2019 41m 24s

On this episode, Andy and Corey discuss the press conference where the Cubs introduced David Ross as the next manager of the team.

David Ross is the Manager of the Chicago Cubs

Oct 24th, 2019 42m 41s

The Cubs have reportedly found a replacement for Joe Maddon in David Ross. In this episode, we share our thoughts on this hiring and discuss a couple of the issues people may have with Ross filling the position.

Campfire Vino

Oct 7th, 2019 1h 1m

Well, for the first time since 2014, we don't have meaningful Cubs baseball to discuss in October. Instead, we talk about the departure of perhaps the best manager in Cubs history and how the front office and ownership can put the pieces of a

Cubs Fan Group Therapy

Sep 23rd, 2019 53m 51s

On this episode, we look past the 1% chance the Cubs will make the playoffs and have a stream of consciousness conversation about the Cardinals sweeping the Cubs in a 4-game series at Wrigley, the 2019 season as a whole, and the future of the t