This week on On The Subject Podcast, Michael Vilardo sits down with veteran MLB agent Mark Leinweaver, who has represented over 75 professional baseball players and worked with all 30 MLB organizations. From what it really takes to get drafted, to the biggest mistakes athletes and parents make in recruiting, Mark shares an unfiltered look at the business of baseball. The two dive into D1 vs mid-major schools, when to go pro, handling pressure and social media, life after sports, and what separates athletes who make it from those who don’t.

In this episode of On The Subject, Michael Vilardo heads to Yale University to sit down with Yale Baseball Assistant Coach Corey Keane and standout student-athletes Garrett Larson and Colin Sloane for an inside look at what it really takes to compete at one of the most prestigious universities in the world. From recruiting myths and what Ivy League coaches actually look for, to balancing mechanical engineering with Division I baseball, the group breaks down how academics, character, and self-motivation open doors far beyond the field. They also dive into NIL, the transfer portal, internships, recruiting advice for families, and why Yale still offers one of the last true college athletic experiences. Whether you’re a student-athlete, parent, coach, or simply curious about life at an elite academic institution, this episode is packed with practical advice and perspective.

IIn this episode of On the Subject, we sit down with Barrett Serrato, Purdue Assistant Coach, Recruiting Coordinator, and former Boilermaker standout, at his alma mater. Barrett opens up about his journey from West Chicago, Illinois to Purdue, why he chose college over the pros out of high school, and what it was like playing on one of the greatest teams in Purdue baseball history (the 2012 squad that hosted a regional). He breaks down how college baseball has evolved into one of the best development environments in the sport, the resources that make Purdue special, and how the expanded Big Ten is reshaping the game.

Barrett also shares candid recruiting insights: the myths that need to die, the mistakes families make, and what separates the players who thrive from the ones who don't. From rapid-fire recruiting questions (Twitter DMs over email, multi-sport athletes over specialists) to his vision for building the proudest alumni base in college baseball, this conversation is a must-listen for any student-athlete, parent, or fan who wants an inside look at what makes Purdue Baseball tick.

Plus: why getting coached hard is a privilege, the one thing parents need to stop doing, and Barrett's 60-second pitch to recruits.