The Justin Masterson Show

We’ve all seen the "five-tool player"—the person with the talent, the speed, and the power. But in the big leagues (and in life), tools only get you a foot in the door. If you want to stay in the game, you need...

We all love a hot streak. When everything is clicking—the job is great, the bank account is full, and you’re hitting "line drives" in every area of life—it’s easy to feel invincible. But here’s the truth: A streak isn't...

We’ve all heard the phrase "seize the moment," but most of us are waiting for the perfect moment to arrive before we start giving our best effort. In this episode, Justin and Matt break down why the "Big Leagues" isn't...

The MLB is changing. With the new ABS (Automatic Ball-Strike) system, players and catchers now have a "challenge" opportunity—a quick head tap to the helmet to signal they want a second look at a call. For 150 years...

Justin reflects on his early pro days with the Lowell Spinners, the "bus life" of the minor leagues, and a 15-year-old friendship that started with a simple interaction at a youth camp. Whether you're a pro athlete, a...

We all know the feeling of a "justified" grudge. Someone owed us respect, loyalty, or an apology, and they didn’t deliver. But when we hold onto that "unpaid debt," it doesn't hurt them—it destroys us. Bitterness is...

In this episode, we take a break from our regular series to talk shop—literally. From the "hidden signs" between catchers and coaches on the diamond to Justin’s wild stories about baseball in Jamaica, we’re diving into...

We all want to experience the power of God in our lives, but we often treat faith like a feeling we have to "muster up." The truth is, faith is a byproduct of humility. If you want to see God move, you have to create...

We’ve all been there: a friend lets us down, a colleague misses a deadline, or a mentor proves to be human, and our immediate response is a mix of shock and white-hot anger. But the root of that anger isn’t usually...

We often tell ourselves that being alone is "safer"—no critics, no misunderstandings, and no friction. But the truth is, isolation is the playground of self-righteousness and the enemy of growth. Before we can thrive in...

We’ve all felt it—that subtle (or not-so-subtle) internal "click" where we decide we’re the hero of the story and everyone else is the problem. But if we’re honest, the most dangerous critic we face is the...

In a world full of noise, we often treat a misunderstanding like a personal attack. But here’s the truth: if you are living a life of purpose, being misunderstood isn't a possibility—it’s a guarantee. When we approach...

Not all critics are created equal. In this episode, we dive into why you must distinguish between the voices in your life. We break down the three types of critics: those in your favor, those who disagree without being...

We all want the opportunity to grow, but we never seem to love the process of growth! Criticism is a natural part of growth that many us can't handle because we love going on the defense, making excuses and justifying...

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