The podcast is back in regular order, with Darren Smith joining John Gennaro for a conversation about losing his father, getting support from the community, and the important distraction that sports can sometimes provide in difficult moments. Also, the guys talk about the joy of going out the way you want to.

Later, they transition to talking about the San Diego Padres and the upcoming trade deadline before focusing in on Dylan Cease, who will try to turn around his disappointing contract year with a strong second half.

Finally, the guys preview San Diego FC's game against Vancouver Whitecaps Whitecaps FC tomorrow night by looking back at what happened against Toronto FC on Wednesday, and John is wondering how much the turf at Snapdragon Stadium is playing a role in some disappointing home games this season.

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Darren Smith checks in with a report from San Diego FC's loss to Toronto FC last night, including Milan Iloski and Jasper Löffelsend leaving the team.

John Gennaro then welcomes MLB writer and reporter Hannah Keyser to the show to talk about the MLB All-Star Game, how baseball media should talk about the trade deadline, and how becoming a parent changes your perspective and brain chemistry.

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Darren Smith kicks off today's episode by remembering his father and thanking everyone who has offered support over the years.

John Gennaro is then joined by Darnay Tripp from NBC San Diego and the On Friar podcast for a conversation about the MLB All-Star Game, Milan Iloski leaving San Diego FC, what the Padres should do before the trade deadline and if the Chargers will return to San Diego to play in a new stadium in Chula Vista.

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