Okay, so I wanted to talk a bit about something I got into, more like a routine I developed. It revolves around listening to baseball, specifically Phillies games, on the radio. It wasn’t something I planned, it just sort of happened over time.
Getting Started
You know how sometimes you just have the radio on in the background? That’s how it began for me. I was working on stuff, puttering around the garage, whatever. Sometimes a game would be on. At first, it was just noise, really. Didn’t pay much attention.
But then, slowly, I started actually hearing it. There’s this one guy, Scott Franzke, doing the play-by-play. His voice just sort of cuts through the background noise without being annoying, if that makes sense. It’s not overly hyped up, just… steady. Descriptive.
The Process
So, I found myself tuning in more deliberately. It wasn’t just background noise anymore. I’d finish up what I was doing and actually sit and listen for a few innings. It’s different than watching on TV. You have to really picture it based on what he’s saying. He does a good job with that, painting the scene.
- First, it was just catching bits and pieces.
- Then, I started making a point to turn the radio on when I knew they were playing.
- Eventually, it became part of the summer rhythm. Working outside, driving, evening relaxing time – having the game on with his voice became the soundtrack.
Why it Stuck
I think what made it stick was the consistency. You hear the same voice, game after game, season after season. It becomes familiar, comfortable. You start recognizing the little phrases he uses, the rhythm of his calls. It’s like checking in with an old friend, in a weird way.
There’s no flash, no screaming just to scream. He just calls the game. Tells you what’s happening. You get the crack of the bat, the crowd noise, and his voice weaving it all together. It’s a simple thing, but I found it really enjoyable. Became a real habit, this practice of just listening to the game unfold through his descriptions. It’s a good way to keep up without being glued to a screen.
So yeah, that’s my little experience with listening to Scott Franzke. Started by accident, turned into a regular thing I actually look forward to. Just simple radio baseball, done right.
