Daily Creative with Todd Henry

Banana Ball

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Jun 17, 2025
In this entertaining chat, Jesse Cole, founder of the Savannah Bananas and author of 'Fans First', shares his journey from a lackluster career to revolutionizing baseball entertainment. He emphasizes how traditional sports needed a fun overhaul, leading to wildly innovative game experiences. Inspired by icons like Walt Disney and P.T. Barnum, Jesse discusses the Bananas' approach of continuous creativity and fan engagement, including unique rules and energetic performances that turn each game into an unforgettable spectacle.
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Jesse's Boredom Sparks Revolution

  • Jesse Cole was bored managing a baseball team that should have been his dream job.
  • He transformed the experience by making it unforgettable and fun for fans and players alike.
INSIGHT

Create What You Love

  • Great creators design what they would love themselves.
  • If it doesn't excite you, it won't excite your audience either.
ANECDOTE

From Player to Entertainment Innovator

  • Jesse Cole was an excellent player but found watching baseball boring.
  • This frustration pushed him to learn from entertainment industries like Disney to create a new kind of baseball experience.
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