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Jay Bird Watching Podcast

Jay Bird Watching Podcast serves up the latest news and the most insightful analysis with lively discussion and a welcoming fan community. Tune in for engaging conversations, special guests, and exclusive perspectives every week!

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Nov. 11, 2026

Building the Next Generation of Baseball w/ Jay Jackson!️

The Jay Bird Watching Bar Room is open for another amazing guest!

Tonight, Craig and Jason are thrilled to welcome former MLB pitcher and fan favorite Jay Jackson to the show! Jay is pulling up a stool to share some incredible stories from his recent baseball travels, including an unforgettable trip to the iconic Field of Dreams. We are also getting the inside scoop on his highly anticipated coaching debut for the upcoming World Baseball Invitational!

Beyond his time on the big league mound, J
Nov. 11, 2026

LIVE: Building the Next Generation of Baseball w/ Jay Jackson!🧠⚾️

The Jay Bird Watching Bar Room is open for another amazing guest! 🍻 Tonight, Craig and Jason are thrilled to welcome former MLB pitcher and fan favorite Jay Jackson to the show! Jay is pulling up a stool to share some incredible stories from his recent baseball travels, including an unforgettable trip to the iconic Field of Dreams. We are also getting the inside scoop on his highly anticipated coaching debut for the upcoming World Baseball Invitational! Beyond his time on the big league mound,
Nov. 10, 2026

Blue Jays Offseason Update: Could Toronto Pursue Tarik Skubal?

Between Movember lip lettuce and the Skubal sweepstakes, baseball news is getting wild. Will the lockout ruin our fun, or can the owners finally play nice? Head over to Dugoutmugs.com and use the code BW25 for a 25% discount! #BlueJays #MLBOffseason #TarikSkubal #Movember #BaseballTalk
Nov. 9, 2026

Jay Jackson Takes Over the Smile Zone #shorts

Ever wonder what happens at the legendary Field of Dreams? Jay Jackson joins us to spill the baseball tea, discuss coaching, and break down all things Blue Jays. Tune in Wednesday at 7 PM ET for the full breakdown. Head over to Dugoutmugs.com and use the code BW25 for a 25% discount! #BlueJays #BaseballLife #JayJackson #SmileZone #SportsTalk
Nov. 7, 2026

Hunting Legends at the Toronto Card Expo #shorts

Trading cards, legendary athletes, and an adventure to Toronto. Whether it is Sting or Hall of Famers, we are hunting for stories and cardboard gold. Come say hi if you see us! Head over to Dugoutmugs.com and use the code BW25 for a 25% discount! #TorontoCardExpo #SportsCards #CardCollecting #BaseballCards
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Nov. 4, 2026

Bar Room Chat: MLB AND THE GREAT LOCKOUT OF DOOM

The Jay Bird Watching Bar Room is officially open, and Major League Baseball is staring down what could be the biggest challenge in its entire history! Craig and Liz are putting their ultimate problem-solving skills to the test. With an MLB lockout seeming practically imminent for December 2nd, the stakes couldn't be higher. How does baseball save itself from its own worst impulses? ️ We’re breaking down the absolute latest on this fast-moving crisis: the CBA expiration, what it means for the

About the Hosts

Craig Borden

If the podcast is a digital pub, Craig is the one pouring the drinks. Based in Rochester, NY, Craig founded Jay Bird Watching to bridge the distance between his home and the SkyDome, creating a community for fans who live and breathe Blue Jays baseball.

A "Jock, Nerd, and Rockstar" all rolled into one, Craig balances a career in electrical engineering with a drive to succeed with his company, Random Fandom Productions. Whether he's breaking down stats on JBW, ripping into vintage sports cards on Cardboard Archaeology, or geeking out on T&C Random Fandom, Craig brings an infectious energy that turns casual listeners into loyal regulars.

Liz McGuire

Liz McGuire isn't just a host; she is the ultimate proxy for every fan in the Roger Centre 500 level. Famous for her toughness (and becoming a Topps Now Collectible), Liz brings an unshakeable loyalty and a sharp wit to the podcast.
Liz represents the resilience and passion of Blue Jays fans everywhere. She brings that same "stay until the last out" energy to every episode, delivering sharp commentary, fan advocacy, and a perspective that can only come from someone who lives and breathes this team (literally).

Jason Lyons

Started on the airwaves at KYX 98, The Team 1040, and JR FM long before calling plays in real life as a two‑sport provincial championship coach, building a life where family sits at the heart of every win.
From rinkside cheers to ballpark summers. A deep love of baseball, golf, hockey, the Blue Jays, and the 49ers fuels the stories, laughs, and hot takes shared on the Jay Bird Watching podcast. Jason brings years of broadcasting instincts blended seamlessly with business leadership and dad‑level devotion. Having already lived a few different dreams, he’s still writing the next chapter with equal parts family highlight reel, sports saga, radio guy turned community builder.