The Dad Hat Chronicles Podcast
The Dad Hat Chronicles Podcast
Ed Rivera
How The River Bandits Built Community Through Philanthropy, Rebrands, And Royals Player Development
1 hour 6 minutes Posted Feb 9, 2026 at 1:00 pm.
Setting The Stage And Teasers
Why Own Teams In Four Time Zones
Wilmington Blue Rocks Rebrand And Mr. Celery
Copa Identities And Community Reach
Philosophy Of Community-First Ownership
Concrete Philanthropy: Health And Youth Programs
Scholarships And Local Impact
Daily Fan Engagement At The Ballpark
Partnership With The Kansas City Royals
Building Facilities Beyond MLB Requirements
Player Pathways From Quad Cities To KC
Expanding Banditos Del Rio And Multi-Identities
Rebrand Lessons: Modesto’s Glow Riders To Roadsters
Listening Tours And Local Designers
The Future: Multiple Identities And Inclusion
Dreams Of Designing A Ballpark From Scratch
Rapid Fire: Ballpark Fun And Promos
Ownership, Fans, And Pricing Philosophy
Handing Off To Kelly Robinson’s History Segment
Franchise Timeline Since 1960
Quad Cities Name And NBA Roots
Davenport’s Early Clubs And Three-I League
Moline And Rock Island Club Histories
Modern Woodmen Park And The Wheel
Historic Fields: Douglas Park And Browning Field
NFL Firsts, Babe Ruth Visit, And Legacy
Closing Thanks And Subscriber Reminder
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Send us Fan Mail I sit down with owner Dave Heller to explore how a minor league team can put community first, build smarter partnerships, and use brand identity to invite more people into the ballpark. Kelly Robinson then drops a rapid tour of Quad Cities sports history from early leagues to Modern Woodmen Park. • why the team serves the community, not the other way around • free flu shots, NICU funding, Camp Hope, and Family Connects support • Bandit Scholars program as the largest scholar...