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Mo Vaughn Debuts Weekly 'MVP' Podcast With Perfect Game

Vaughn says the show gives back to the game by sharing lessons from coaching youth baseball.

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Former Boston Red Sox player Mo Vaughn (42) waves to the crowd at Fenway Park in 2022.
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Overview

  • ‘MVP: The Mo Vaughn Podcast’ launches Aug. 21 with weekly Thursday episodes available at 5 a.m. ET on major podcast platforms, noon ET on YouTube, and 8 p.m. ET on PerfectGame.TV and the PGTV app.
  • The series pairs Vaughn with co-host Brendan Tobin and features guests including David Ortiz, former commissioner Bud Selig, Rafael Palmeiro, and Nomar Garciaparra.
  • Vaughn describes the project as authentic conversation rather than manufactured controversy, calling it “good therapy” and a chance to share perspectives fans rarely hear.
  • He brings a youth-development lens through his Vaughn Baseball Academy, his assistant coaching role at Olympic Heights High School in Boca Raton, and his work with Perfect Game, including coaching at the PG All-American Classic.
  • The 1995 AL MVP and three-time All-Star reengaged with baseball years after injuries shortened his career, following a period focused on business ventures and community housing work.