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The Compound - MLB Player Podcast

by Jomboy Media · English · Sport

Ian Happ, of the Chicago Cubs, and teammate Dakota Mekkes share their MLB experiences, baseball life, and interview guests on The Compound.

New episodes: Weekly
Typical length: 54 min
Latest: 14 Oct 2026
Language: English

Latest episode

14 Oct 2026 · 1 hr 2 minNew

Just Four Teams Remain! Plus, is a 154 Game Season Coming?

Visit ParceRum.com and use code COMPOUND for $10 dollars off your next order of a bottle of Rum! BRUCE BOLT - Texas-based designer of premium batting gloves: Look good. Hit dingers. ⁠⁠⁠https://brucebolt.us/?afmc=HAPP⁠⁠ On this Week's episode of the Compound Podcast with Ian Happ, the guys take a look at the 2026 postseason, and the Yankees disappointing crash out. After that, the guys preview the two championship series and make their predictions for who will advance to the World Series. Finally, the guys look at the possibility of a 154 game season and how MLB proposing that will affect…

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E330 · 7 Oct 2026 · 1 hr 2 min
A Look Back at the 2026 Chicago Cubs, Plus the Yanks are in Trouble!
Visit ParceRum.com and use code COMPOUND for $10 dollars off your next order of a bottle of Rum! BRUCE BOLT - Texas-based designer of premium batting gloves: Look good. Hit dingers. ⁠⁠⁠https://brucebolt.us/?afmc=HAPP⁠⁠ On this Week's episode of the Compound Podcast with Ian Happ, the guys take a look at the Cubs postseason run and the 2026 season as a whole. Ian shares his thoughts about potentially playing his final game with the Cubs, and what the series in San Diego felt like. After that, the guys breakdown the MLB playoffs, and Tom shares his thoughts on Aaron Boone and the Yankees.
E329 · 29 Sep 2026 · 50 min
The Playoffs Start TODAY!
Visit ParceRum.com and use code COMPOUND for $10 dollars off your next order of a bottle of Rum! BRUCE BOLT - Texas-based designer of premium batting gloves: Look good. Hit dingers. ⁠⁠⁠https://brucebolt.us/?afmc=HAPP⁠⁠ On this Week's episode of the Compound Podcast with Ian Happ, the guys take a look at the Cubs postseason roster and preview the series against the Padres. After that, Ian discusses his final regular season game at Wrigley Field in 2026 and what he wrote on the ball he threw into the stands. Plus, the guys breakdown the final appearances of two legends of the game and Pete…
E328 · 23 Sep 2026 · 52 min
The Final Week of the Regular Season!
Visit ParceRum.com and use code COMPOUND for $10 dollars off your next order of a bottle of Rum! BRUCE BOLT - Texas-based designer of premium batting gloves: Look good. Hit dingers. ⁠⁠⁠https://brucebolt.us/?afmc=HAPP⁠⁠ On this Week's episode of the Compound Podcast with Ian Happ, the guys breakdown the final week of the regular season, and the possibility of the first ever under .500 division champ in the AL West. Ian also shares about the Cubs' trip to Churchill Downs to see Alex Bregman's horse win and gives his thoughts on former Cubs' coach Andy Green becoming the permanent manager in…
E327 · 16 Sep 2026 · 54 min
Is the Season Too Long? Plus, Relieving vs. Starting and the Most Unbreakable Record!
Visit ParceRum.com and use code COMPOUND for $10 dollars off your next order of a bottle of Rum! BRUCE BOLT - Texas-based designer of premium batting gloves: Look good. Hit dingers. ⁠⁠⁠https://brucebolt.us/?afmc=HAPP⁠⁠ On this Week's episode of the Compound Podcast with Ian Happ, the guys discuss the final weeks of the regular season, Dakota's surprising trip to Wrigley Field, Ian's correct predictions about the NFL, if the season is too long and what is the most unbreakable record in baseball!
E326 · 9 Sep 2026 · 48 min
Every Team Needs to Play on Labor Day, Knuckleballs and Football is Here!
Visit ParceRum.com and use code COMPOUND for $10 dollars off your next order of a bottle of Rum! BRUCE BOLT - Texas-based designer of premium batting gloves: Look good. Hit dingers. ⁠⁠⁠https://brucebolt.us/?afmc=HAPP⁠⁠ On this Week's episode of the Compound Podcast with Ian Happ, the guys discuss the White Sox not playing on Labor Day, the Cubs travel from Miami to Milwaukee, how it feels to face a knuckleballer, Dakota's experiences at the alt site in 2020 and talk a little college football, especially regarding the controversial ending in Ann Arbor.
E325 · 2 Sep 2026 · 52 min
Ian Happ is a Member of the Cubs' 150th Anniversary Team!
Visit ParceRum.com and use code COMPOUND for $10 dollars off your next order of a bottle of Rum! BRUCE BOLT - Texas-based designer of premium batting gloves: Look good. Hit dingers. ⁠⁠⁠https://brucebolt.us/?afmc=HAPP⁠⁠ On this Week's episode of the Compound Podcast with Ian Happ, the guys celebrate as Ian is named to the Cubs' 150th anniversary team, and Ian recaps the weekend with so many Cubs legends in attendance. After that, they discuss Eugenio Suarez being placed on waivers but not being selected, another controversy surrounding Jazz Chisolm and the Marlins firing their pro scouting…
E324 · 26 Aug 2026 · 50 min
A Week of Wild Walk-Offs, Behind PCA's Success at the Plate, and Stanton's Legacy!
Visit our YouTube page at: https://www.youtube.com/@the-compound-pod, video episodes are posted at 9 AM CT on Wednesdays. Visit ParceRum.com and use code COMPOUND for $10 dollars off your next order of a bottle of Rum! BRUCE BOLT - Texas-based designer of premium batting gloves: Look good. Hit dingers. ⁠⁠⁠https://brucebolt.us/?afmc=HAPP⁠⁠ On this Week's episode of the Compound Podcast with Ian Happ, the guys discuss a crazy week of walk-offs in Cubs Land, break down PCA's success at the plate and how he is be able to nearly triple his walk rate from 2025 to 2026, look at Kade Anderson's jump…
E323 · 19 Aug 2026 · 51 min
Witnessing Baseball History, Field of Dreams and AL East Dominance!
They say ask 100,000 times and you shall receive. Popcorn Chicken is back at KFC! Visit our YouTube page at: https://www.youtube.com/@the-compound-pod, video episodes are posted at 9 AM CT on Wednesdays. Visit ParceRum.com and use code COMPOUND for $10 dollars off your next order of a bottle of Rum! BRUCE BOLT - Texas-based designer of premium batting gloves: Look good. Hit dingers. ⁠⁠⁠https://brucebolt.us/?afmc=HAPP⁠⁠ On this Week's episode of the Compound Podcast with Ian Happ, the guys discuss Joshua Baez's three homer debut at Wrigley and Ian's perspective watching it from Left Field.…
E322 · 13 Aug 2026 · 50 min
The Dog Days of Summer!
They say ask 100,000 times and you shall receive. Popcorn Chicken is back at KFC! Visit our YouTube page at: https://www.youtube.com/@the-compound-pod, video episodes are posted at 9 AM CT on Wednesdays. Visit ParceRum.com and use code COMPOUND for $10 dollars off your next order of a bottle of Rum! BRUCE BOLT - Texas-based designer of premium batting gloves: Look good. Hit dingers. ⁠⁠⁠https://brucebolt.us/?afmc=HAPP⁠⁠ They say ask 100,000 times and you shall receive. Popcorn Chicken is back at KFC! Visit our YouTube page at: https://www.youtube.com/@the-compound-pod, video episodes are…
E321 · 5 Aug 2026 · 55 min
The Trade Deadline Extravaganza!
They say ask 100,000 times and you shall receive. Popcorn Chicken is back at KFC! Visit our YouTube page at: https://www.youtube.com/@the-compound-pod, video episodes are posted at 9 AM CT on Wednesdays. Visit ParceRum.com and use code COMPOUND for $10 dollars off your next order of a bottle of Rum! BRUCE BOLT - Texas-based designer of premium batting gloves: Look good. Hit dingers. ⁠⁠⁠https://brucebolt.us/?afmc=HAPP⁠⁠ On this Week's episode of the Compound Podcast with Ian Happ, the guys discuss MLB's trade deadline. The Cubs added 5 new players in several trades, Ian shares his reaction…
E320 · 29 Jul 2026 · 1 hr 2 min
Cubs Shake Things Up, Trade Deadline Approaches and How Players Handle the Media!
Use code GETJACK for 15% off your first order at JackArcher.com! #ad They say ask 100,000 times and you shall receive. Popcorn Chicken is back at KFC! Visit our YouTube page at: https://www.youtube.com/@the-compound-pod, video episodes are posted at 9 AM CT on Wednesdays. Visit ParceRum.com and use code COMPOUND for $10 dollars off your next order of a bottle of Rum! BRUCE BOLT - Texas-based designer of premium batting gloves: Look good. Hit dingers. ⁠⁠⁠https://brucebolt.us/?afmc=HAPP⁠⁠ On this Week's episode of the Compound Podcast with Ian Happ, the guys discuss the Cubs DFA'ing Jameson…
E319 · 22 Jul 2026 · 50 min
2016 Team Returns, Rizzo Drops a Homer and First Time Facing a Big Leaguer!
Our listeners can buy one pair of glasses and get 20% off any additional pairs at https://WarbyParker.com/COMPOUND — and using our link helps support the show. #WarbyParker #ad They say ask 100,000 times and you shall receive. Popcorn Chicken is back at KFC! Visit our YouTube page at: https://www.youtube.com/@the-compound-pod, video episodes are posted at 9 AM CT on Wednesdays. Visit ParceRum.com and use code COMPOUND for $10 dollars off your next order of a bottle of Rum! BRUCE BOLT - Texas-based designer of premium batting gloves: Look good. Hit dingers.…
E318 · 15 Jul 2026 · 54 min
Live from Cubs Convention! (Featuring Rizzo, Bregman and Kerry Wood)
Use code COMPOUND for 20% off Cozy Earth's Bamboo Sheet Set and Beach Towels → https://cozyearth.com/pages/compound They say ask 100,000 times and you shall receive. Popcorn Chicken is back at KFC! Visit our YouTube page at: https://www.youtube.com/@the-compound-pod, video episodes are posted at 9 AM CT on Wednesdays. Visit ParceRum.com and use code COMPOUND for $10 dollars off your next order of a bottle of Rum! BRUCE BOLT - Texas-based designer of premium batting gloves: Look good. Hit dingers. ⁠⁠⁠https://brucebolt.us/?afmc=HAPP⁠⁠ On this Week's episode of the Compound Podcast with Ian…
E317 · 8 Jul 2026 · 58 min
Rain Delays, Fog Games, and USMNT are Eliminated!
Use code GETJACK for 15% off your first order at JackArcher.com! Ready to upgrade your eyewear to something functional, fashionable, fun, and affordable? Head to https://goodr.com/COMPOUND to claim $10 off your first order. Visit our YouTube page at: https://www.youtube.com/@the-compound-pod, video episodes are posted at 9 AM CT on Wednesdays. Visit ParceRum.com and use code COMPOUND for $10 dollars off your next order of a bottle of Rum! BRUCE BOLT - Texas-based designer of premium batting gloves: Look good. Hit dingers. ⁠⁠⁠https://brucebolt.us/?afmc=HAPP⁠⁠ On this Week's episode of the…
E316 · 1 Jul 2026 · 55 min
The Injury Bug Hits the Cubs, How Pitchers Prevent Steals and Sunday Night Baseball!
Use code COMPOUND for 20% off Cozy Earth's Bamboo Sheet Set and Beach Towels → https://cozyearth.com/pages/compound Visit our YouTube page at: https://www.youtube.com/@the-compound-pod, video episodes are posted at 9 AM CT on Wednesdays. Visit ParceRum.com and use code COMPOUND for $10 dollars off your next order of a bottle of Rum! BRUCE BOLT - Texas-based designer of premium batting gloves: Look good. Hit dingers. ⁠⁠⁠https://brucebolt.us/?afmc=HAPP⁠⁠ On this Week's episode of the Compound Podcast with Ian Happ, the guys discuss the Cubs recent road trip to NY and Milwaukee and how the team…
E315 · 24 Jun 2026 · 54 min
Facing Off Against Zack in NYC and How the Draft Might Change Forever!
Use code COMPOUND for 20% off Cozy Earth's Bamboo Sheet Set and Beach Towels → https://cozyearth.com/pages/compound Visit our YouTube page at: https://www.youtube.com/@the-compound-pod, video episodes are posted at 9 AM CT on Wednesdays. Visit ParceRum.com and use code COMPOUND for $10 dollars off your next order of a bottle of Rum! BRUCE BOLT - Texas-based designer of premium batting gloves: Look good. Hit dingers. ⁠⁠⁠https://brucebolt.us/?afmc=HAPP⁠⁠ On this Week's episode of the Compound Podcast with Ian Happ, the guys discuss Ian and the Cubbies heading to NYC to take on friend of the…
E314 · 17 Jun 2026 · 58 min
Championship Droughts, PCA is Red Hot and the Best Month in Sports!
Use code GETJACK for 15% off your first order at JackArcher.com! #ad Get up to $200 off Square hardware when you sign up at square.com/go/compound Visit our YouTube page at: https://www.youtube.com/@the-compound-pod, video episodes are posted at 9 AM CT on Wednesdays. Visit ParceRum.com and use code COMPOUND for $10 dollars off your next order of a bottle of Rum! BRUCE BOLT - Texas-based designer of premium batting gloves: Look good. Hit dingers. ⁠⁠⁠https://brucebolt.us/?afmc=HAPP⁠⁠ On this Week's episode of the Compound Podcast with Ian Happ, the guys discuss Tom's beloved New York Knicks…
E313 · 10 Jun 2026 · 51 min
The Boss Goes Yard and Rizzo Goes Tarps Off!
Ready to upgrade your eyewear to something functional, fashionable, fun, and affordable? Head to https://goodr.com/COMPOUND to claim $10 off your first order. Visit our YouTube page at: https://www.youtube.com/@the-compound-pod, video episodes are posted at 9 AM CT on Wednesdays. Visit ParceRum.com and use code COMPOUND for $10 dollars off your next order of a bottle of Rum! BRUCE BOLT - Texas-based designer of premium batting gloves: Look good. Hit dingers. ⁠⁠⁠https://brucebolt.us/?afmc=HAPP⁠⁠ On this Week's episode of the Compound Podcast with Ian Happ, the guys discuss a wild week of Cubs…
E312 · 3 Jun 2026 · 56 min
How Player Development Has Changed in the Past Decade!
Visit our YouTube page at: https://www.youtube.com/@the-compound-pod, video episodes are posted at 9 AM CT on Wednesdays. Visit ParceRum.com and use code COMPOUND for $10 dollars off your next order of a bottle of Rum! BRUCE BOLT - Texas-based designer of premium batting gloves: Look good. Hit dingers. ⁠⁠⁠https://brucebolt.us/?afmc=HAPP⁠⁠ On this Week's episode of the Compound Podcast with Ian Happ, the guys discuss the developmental pipeline to the major leagues, starting at the college level with the NCAA tournament, taking place this weekend, to the lowest levels of the minors at the…
E311 · 27 May 2026 · 47 min
Diving Back Into the Compound Mailbag!
Visit our brand new YouTube page at: https://www.youtube.com/@the-compound-pod, video episodes are posted at 9 AM CT on Wednesdays. Visit ParceRum.com and use code COMPOUND for $10 dollars off your next order of a bottle of Rum! BRUCE BOLT - Texas-based designer of premium batting gloves: Look good. Hit dingers. ⁠⁠⁠https://brucebolt.us/?afmc=HAPP⁠⁠ On this Week's episode of the Compound Podcast with Ian Happ, the guys head back to the Compound Mailbag to answer YOUR questions! This time, the guys talk about their worst road trip, one player they grew up emulating, 2016 World Series memories…
E310 · 20 May 2026 · 54 min
Rivalry Weekend and the Best Change MLB Has Made!
Visit our brand new YouTube page at: https://www.youtube.com/@the-compound-pod, video episodes are posted at 9 AM CT on Wednesdays. Visit ParceRum.com and use code COMPOUND for $10 dollars off your next order of a bottle of Rum! BRUCE BOLT - Texas-based designer of premium batting gloves: Look good. Hit dingers. ⁠⁠⁠https://brucebolt.us/?afmc=HAPP⁠⁠ On this Week's episode of the Compound Podcast with Ian Happ, the guys discuss the Cubs' recent road trip, Dakota recalls the worst comebackers he ever faced in his career, the fellas breakdown rivalry weekend and look at Zack Wheeler and Kyle…
E309 · 13 May 2026 · 54 min
Facing Jacob DeGrom, Off Days Management, and The Evolution of Pitching!
Visit our brand new YouTube page at: https://www.youtube.com/@the-compound-pod, video episodes are posted at 9 AM CT on Wednesdays. Visit ParceRum.com and use code COMPOUND for $10 dollars off your next order of a bottle of Rum! BRUCE BOLT - Texas-based designer of premium batting gloves: Look good. Hit dingers. ⁠⁠⁠https://brucebolt.us/?afmc=HAPP⁠⁠ On this Week's episode of the Compound Podcast with Ian Happ, the guys discuss IH8 facing off against two time Cy Young award winner Jacob DeGrom and his approach to those ABs. After, the fellas breakdown off days on the road, the evolution of…
E308 · 6 May 2026 · 53 min
Zack Short in Detroit, Cubbies Walk Offs and How to Throw a New Pitch!
Visit our brand new YouTube page at: https://www.youtube.com/@the-compound-pod, video episodes are posted at 9 AM CT on Wednesdays. Visit ParceRum.com and use code COMPOUND for $10 dollars off your next order of a bottle of Rum! BRUCE BOLT - Texas-based designer of premium batting gloves: Look good. Hit dingers. ⁠⁠⁠https://brucebolt.us/?afmc=HAPP⁠⁠ On this Week's episode of the Compound Podcast with Ian Happ, the guys discuss the red hot Chicago Cubs and their recent success, including Shota's return to form and some of the reasons behind his and Ben Brown's success. Dakota also fills the…
E307 · 29 Apr 2026 · 53 min
Preparing to face Mason Miller and Ian wins his first challenge!
Visit our brand new YouTube page at: https://www.youtube.com/@the-compound-pod, video episodes are posted at 9 AM CT on Wednesdays. Visit ParceRum.com and use code COMPOUND for $10 dollars off your next order of a bottle of Rum! BRUCE BOLT - Texas-based designer of premium batting gloves: Look good. Hit dingers. ⁠⁠⁠https://brucebolt.us/?afmc=HAPP⁠⁠ On this Week's episode of the Compound Podcast with Ian Happ, the guys discuss the Cubs' West Coast Swing and taking on the Dodgers in LA. Plus, Ian details what is like to prepare to face Mason Miller, perhaps the best pitcher in baseball…
E306 · 22 Apr 2026 · 55 min
Why Do Teams Keep Giving Out 100 Million Dollar Contracts to Rookies?
Visit our brand new YouTube page at: https://www.youtube.com/@the-compound-pod, video episodes are posted at 9 AM CT on Wednesdays. Visit ParceRum.com and use code COMPOUND for $10 dollars off your next order of a bottle of Rum! BRUCE BOLT - Texas-based designer of premium batting gloves: Look good. Hit dingers. ⁠⁠⁠https://brucebolt.us/?afmc=HAPP⁠⁠ On this Week's episode of the Compound Podcast with Ian Happ, the guys discuss Kevin McGonigle being the next rookie to sign a 100 million dollar plus contract, and why this is happening more and more frequently. Also, the fellas breakdown the NL…
E305 · 15 Apr 2026 · 54 min
Infield Sac Fly, ABS Shenanigans, and Pitchers Pleading Their Case!
Visit our brand new YouTube page at: https://www.youtube.com/@the-compound-pod, video episodes are posted at 9 AM CT on Wednesdays. Watch the Sandy Koufax video discussed in this week's episode in our video episode or here: https://www.mlb.com/video/consecutive-pitches-by-koufax-called-balls Visit ParceRum.com and use code COMPOUND for $10 dollars off your next order of a bottle of Rum! BRUCE BOLT - Texas-based designer of premium batting gloves: Look good. Hit dingers. ⁠⁠⁠https://brucebolt.us/?afmc=HAPP⁠⁠ On this Week's episode of the Compound Podcast with Ian Happ, the guys discuss the…
E304 · 8 Apr 2026 · 55 min
Opening Days Continue in Cleveland and Tampa, Staying Locked In During Doubleheaders!
Visit our brand new YouTube page at: https://www.youtube.com/@the-compound-pod, video episodes are posted at 9 AM CT on Wednesdays. Visit ParceRum.com and use code COMPOUND for $10 dollars off your next order of a bottle of Rum! BRUCE BOLT - Texas-based designer of premium batting gloves: Look good. Hit dingers. ⁠⁠⁠https://brucebolt.us/?afmc=HAPP⁠⁠ On this Week's episode of the Compound Podcast with Ian Happ, the guys discuss the opening days in Cleveland and Tampa Bay, including Ian's homer during a doubleheader. After that the guys breakdown the special 2024 Draft Class, and some of the…
E303 · 1 Apr 2026 · 50 min
Ian Gets Hot at Wrigley, PCA and Nico are Cubbies for Life!
Visit our brand new YouTube page at: https://www.youtube.com/@the-compound-pod, video episodes are posted at 9 AM CT on Wednesdays. Visit ParceRum.com and use code COMPOUND for $10 dollars off your next order of a bottle of Rum! BRUCE BOLT - Texas-based designer of premium batting gloves: Look good. Hit dingers. ⁠⁠⁠https://brucebolt.us/?afmc=HAPP⁠⁠ On this Week's episode of the Compound Podcast with Ian Happ, the guys discuss Ian's hot start to the season, and the home run that wasn't. After that, the guys discuss PCA and Nico's contract extensions and the first week of the regular season…
E302 · 25 Mar 2026 · 54 min
Opening Day is Here!
Visit ParceRum.com and use code COMPOUND for $10 dollars off your next order of a bottle of Rum! Visit our brand new YouTube page at: https://www.youtube.com/@the-compound-pod, video episodes are posted at 9 AM CT on Wednesdays. BRUCE BOLT - Texas-based designer of premium batting gloves: Look good. Hit dingers. ⁠⁠⁠https://brucebolt.us/?afmc=HAPP⁠⁠ On this Week's episode of the Compound Podcast with Ian Happ, the guys talk opening day and the Cubs' roster moves surrounding it. Ian shares his thoughts as he prepares for his 10th season with the Cubs, and his emotions regarding jogging out to…

About The Compound - MLB Player Podcast

Ian Happ, of the Chicago Cubs, and teammate Dakota Mekkes share their MLB experiences, baseball life, and interview guests on The Compound.

The Compound - MLB Player Podcast is a English sport podcast from Jomboy Media. Melo plays each episode straight from the publisher's own feed — no ads added, no account needed — and remembers where you stopped, in this browser only.

Publisher: Jomboy Media
Language: English
Category: Sport
New episodes: Weekly
Typical length: 54 min
Latest episode: 14 Oct 2026
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