Best For Soccer Ventures Podcasts (2025)

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Gold Cup DEFCON, Biggest American Soccer Headlines In History, Galaxy WOES 1:07:48

2h ago1:07:48

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The boys are back and going in on American soccer. This week, Jason and Jared talk about the USMNT Gold Cup prospects, our confidence levels around the team (USING THE PATENTED 'DEFCON' SCALE), and the decision by Christian Pulisic to play for Milan after pulling out of the USMNT summer. Then, some blind ranking. Jared throws Jason 11 of the bigges…

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Open Cup Ends — Who’s trending up in USL? A recap of Matchweek 11 and a preview of USL Jägermeister Cup, plus much more! 42:17

4d ago42:17

42:17

We cover a packed Matchweek 11, starting with Charleston Battery’s growing dominance and a pivotal breakthrough win for Birmingham Legion under Mark Briggs. Pittsburgh’s U.S. Open Cup run comes to an end against MLS opposition, but not without a moment to remember, while New Mexico United continues to impress out West with another commanding perfor…

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USMNT Gold Cup Roster Review: No Pulisic, No Party? 1:17:42

7d ago1:17:42

1:17:42

The Best Soccer Show boys are back to talk about the new USMNT roster dropped by head coach Mauricio Pochettino on Thursday. The headline is that Christian Pulisic asked to be left out of the summer Gold Cup tournament after a long couple of season for club and country. Was it the right choice for Pulisic and for Pochettino? There's a full roster b…

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Nancy Benacci, CFA on the History of the Investment Industry in Cleveland (Part 1) 30:40

10d ago30:40

30:40

In this episode, we begin our series diving into Cleveland's investment history—where it's been, how it's evolved, and the influential figures who've shaped it. I'm thrilled to kick off this series by sitting down with a true industry pioneer, Nancy Benacci. Nancy has built a distinguished career here in Cleveland, witnessing firsthand the transfor…

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Shutouts and Surprises: Matchweek 10 recap and much more! 42:57

11d ago42:57

42:57

Matchweek 10 saw many shutouts across the league and some suprise results. Rhode Island FC's back to form with their road victory against Birmingham Legion and Tampa Bay, continuing their unbeaten streak when scoring first. We analyze El Paso Locomotive's remarkable turnaround this season with their convincing 3-1 win over Indy Eleven, Phoenix Risi…

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New US Soccer Kits, Dest Hasn't Heard From Pochettino, Should Pulisic Skip The Gold Cup? 1:11:13

15d ago1:11:13

1:11:13

The Best Soccer Show boys are back to talk American soccer. First up, the new USWNT and USMNT kits. Then Jason and Jared talk about Mauricio Pochettino's lack of communication with Sergino Dest. What does it mean!?? Then the big question looming for the summer: Should the likes of Christian Pulisic and Jedi Robinson be given some time off after a l…

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Building Brands That Sell: Kevin Harrington Shares His Business Wisdom 26:10

17d ago26:10

26:10

Kevin Harrington takes us on a thrilling journey from his early days as the pioneer of the infomercial industry to becoming a powerhouse investor and Shark Tank celebrity. With remarkable candor, he reveals how acquiring unused cable television time in the 1980s launched his career and led to building multiple public companies and completing over 1…

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Ep 50: Last Hound Standing! US Open Cup Rd 32 blues & things pick up in USL Championship! 50:40

18d ago50:40

50:40

In Episode 50 of TalkUSL, we dive deep into a dramatic US Open Cup Round of 32 that saw Pittsburgh Riverhounds emerge as the sole USL Championship survivor among eight challengers, securing a thrilling 1-0 victory over NYCFC. We analyze Rhode Island FC's historic night against New England Revolution, marking the competition's return to Pawtucket fo…

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273: Publishing to EdTech: The Unlikely Road to Evolution Labs with Founder Peter Kraft 1:26:53

24d ago1:26:53

1:26:53

Peter Kraft is the Founder and President of Evolution Labs. Prior to founding Evolution Labs, Kraft was instrumental in forming and re-envisioning two educational software companies that led the industry in recruitment, enrollment and retention of college students. He co-founded GoalQuest in 2000 and served as its CEO until 2007 when he spearheaded…

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Rhode Island Homecoming, Hat-trick history for El Paso, and Briggsmingham Legion to mark Matchweek 8 in USLC! 45:15

25d ago45:15

45:15

A major coaching change at Birmingham Legion FC took place last week as veteran manager Mark Briggs takes the helm, bringing his impressive track record of 109 Championship victories to the club. We celebrate El Paso's first ever hat-trick hero and break down the historic opening of Centerville Bank Stadium, which saw Rhode Island FC battle to a sp…

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Ryan McGovern – Managing Director at Star Mountain Capital 40:24

1M ago40:24

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In this episode, we're joined by Ryan McGovern, Managing Director at Star Mountain Capital. Originally from the West Coast, Ryan's educational and career journey took him around the world before he eventually landed in Cleveland, where he has now lived for over a decade. Ryan has extensive expertise in private markets, having transitioned early in …

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The launch and recap of Round 1 of the USL Jägermeister Cup 2025, plus much more! 43:24

1M ago43:24

43:24

An action-packed week in USL Championship soccer, featuring the thrilling kickoff of the USL Jägermeister Cup's first round where all 38 clubs across Championship and League One faced off. The episode highlights San Antonio FC's remarkable comeback against Colorado Springs, New Mexico United's continued dominance with their fifth consecutive win, a…

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Bruce Arena Gets Critical of Pochettino, Pochettino Talks Team Mentality Ahead of Gold Cup 1:13:27

1M ago1:13:27

1:13:27

Jared and Jason got together to talk out the narratives around the USMNT at the moment. Bruce Arena had a go at the idea of a foreign coach for the USMNT while US Soccer saw fit to drop a mini-interview with Mauricio Pochettino with lots of talk about playing with pride. The boys also debated whether Brenden Aaronson has a chance to make the cut at…

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Why is April the busiest time of the season? U.S. Open Cup round 3 and Matchweek 7 review, plus much more! 58:20

1M ago58:20

58:20

So many games that are taking place in the calendar month of April with league play, U.S. Open Cup, and soon the USL Jägermeister Cup. Games are coming fast and heavy. We cover an exciting third round of the U.S. Open Cup that featured a Derby Del Camino Real and many penalty kick shootouts. There is only 1 team remaining who are undefeated in the …

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Gio On The Move, KDB Eyed By Four MLS Clubs, FIFA Club World Cup Playoff? 1:12:29

1M ago1:12:29

1:12:29

Jason and Jared are back together to talk about the big happenings in American soccer. Did Borussia Dortmund tell Gio Reyna to find a new club in the summer? The boys take a hard look at the unrealized American talent and try to figure out the best place for him to play. Then Jason and Jared consider the idea of Kevin De Bruyne in MLS and assess wh…

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Craig Cimoroni, CFA – Head of Business Development and Investor Relations at Elizabeth Park Capital Management 33:32

1M ago33:32

33:32

In this episode, we talk with Craig Cimoroni, Head of Business Development and Investor Relations at Elizabeth Park Capital Management. Craig was born and raised on the east side of Cleveland and returned to the area immediately following college. He's worked for several well-known companies in Northeast Ohio and is very active in his local communi…

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Youngest ever POTM, upward trends, and Matchweek 6 review, plus much more! 43:12

2M ago43:12

43:12

Historic viewership numbers for USL on CBS, as Phoenix Rising's thrilling victory over San Antonio FC drew a record-breaking 453,000 average viewers with a peak of 776,000. March highlights 20-year-old Abdellatif Aboukoura becoming the youngest Player of the Month in league history, while celebrating Sean Totsch's milestone as the all-time leader i…

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Gold Cup Draw, Big USL TV Ratings, MLS Calendar Switch, Is MLS Too Foreign? 1:10:53

2M ago1:10:53

1:10:53

We're covering a ton of ground on this episode of The Best Soccer Show. Jason starts by dropping news of the Gold Cup draw for this summer. The USMNT goes into the continental tournament needing to improve dramatically under Mauricio Pochettino after a poor Nations League. Dan Vaughn of Protagonist Soccer to talk about the draw, tell us about his 2…

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USL returns to CBS, Matchweek 5 and U.S. Open Cup Round 2 review, plus much more! 1:01:55

2M ago1:01:55

1:01:55

It was a second half that came alive for the first CBS featured USL match of the 2025 regular season between San Antonio FC and Phoenix Rising. We cover the match in-depth for this week's matchweek spotlight. Also, a look back at round 2 of the Lamar Hunt U.S. Open Cup; find out which USL teams made it through for the third round. As always, we rec…

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USMNT Likability, Pochettino's Commitment, Open Cup Madness and More 1:11:26

2M ago1:11:26

1:11:26

Jason goes solo this week to work through some thoughts about the likability of the USMNT following a story by Beau Dure at The Guardian (read it here), followed by an unpacking of Mauricio Pochettino's comments about wanting to return to Tottenham Hotspur (and what that might mean for his commitment to the USMNT), before he gets to the fun stuff a…

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Business as usual…but only for some! Matchweek 4 recap and much more! 47:10

2M ago47:10

47:10

We discuss an action-packed Matchweek 4, featuring North Carolina FC's impressive victory and FC Tulsa's historic first-ever win against Sacramento Republic, ending their fourteen-game undefeated streak. We'll break down Colorado Springs Switchbacks FC's thrilling 3-2 victory over Indy Eleven and Monterey Bay FC's continued strong form under Jordan…

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Picking The Something-To-Prove USMNT Team 1:12:52

2M ago1:12:52

1:12:52

Jason goes solo...for a bit...on this episode of The Best Soccer Show. After Jason talks through some feelings around the USMNT, Jonathan Tannenwald joins to get into the attitude of the players and some quotes from head coach Mauricio Pochettino about effort at the international level. Then JTT joins via video to help Jason put together a "SOMETHI…

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USL ventures into the uncharted: Promotion/Relegation, Attendance Records, and many games from Match Week 3, plus U.S. Open Cup Round 1 1:04:17

2M ago1:04:17

1:04:17

We delve deeper into the groundbreaking announcement of promotion/relegation coming to USL, making it the first professional soccer entity in the United States to adopt this system, with implementation planned alongside their new Division 1 league launch in 2028. Our Match Week Spotlight features an exciting 2-2 draw between Detroit City FC and Bir…

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272: From Selling Phones Out of a Van to Leading a 9-Figure Empire | Brett Beveridge of T-ROC 1:13:10

2M ago1:13:10

1:13:10

Brett Beveridge is the President of The Revenue Optimization Companies. Brett is an entrepreneurial, results-driven executive with over 20 years of experience and success in the wireless and technology industries. He has hands-on success in start-ups, profit turnarounds, mergers and acquisitions, IPOs and fundraising and is the driving force behind…

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USMNT Loses To Panama LIVE Post-Game Show 1:12:47

2M ago1:12:47

1:12:47

Jason and Jared went live immediately following the USMNT's disappointing loss to Panama in the Nations League semifinals to talk about what went wrong, what Mauricio Pochettino should have done instead, and how we feel about the team with just over a year until the World Cup. Support the show and get extra stuff. Sign up for the Patreon (it don't …

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A Wacky Matchweek 2: Late Drama, Importance of set-pieces, & a USL legend's farewell 53:50

2M ago53:50

53:50

Matchweek 2 of the USL Championship delivered a wacky weekend. From Charleston's revenge on Rhode Island, New Mexico's olimpico, Phoenix's comeback to save a point. Individual performances shone brightly, with Cal Jennings' brace for Charleston...does he have enough to fill in the void left by Markanich? The defending champions having an unlucky st…

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USMNT Nations League Roster Review And Meet Volar 1:09:56

3M ago1:09:56

1:09:56

Mauricio Pochetttino picked his 23-man roster for the Nations League final and The Best Soccer Show Boys break down the Argentine's choices as only they can. Jason and Jared compare their picks from last week's show to Poch's picks and discuss how the US might play against Panama on a narrow pitch in LA. PLUS. The boys dive into the MASSIVE news th…

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The first whistle of the 2025 season: Match week 1 recap including a spotlight on the Eastern Conference heavyweight showdown between Charleston and Louisville, plus much more! 59:42

3M ago59:42

59:42

The USL Championship returns with an electrifying East-West doubleheader! Our spotlight match features last season's Eastern Conference powerhouses as Charleston Battery hosts Louisville City FC at Patriots Point. The opening weekend also brings an intriguing Western Conference clash as Sacramento Republic FC welcomes New Mexico United, pitting two…

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Picking Pochettino's Nations League Roster And MLS In The CONCACAF Champions Cup 1:18:01

3M ago1:18:01

1:18:01

The Best Soccer Show is back at full strength and we're diving into the USMNT roster for the Nations League finals. Fight us on our picks. It's time for Pochettino to pick 23 players to beat Panama and either Canada or Mexico and we're here to help. Jason and Jared also get into the CONCACAF Champions Cup struggles of MLS teams. Does MLS want to be…

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We're back! 2025 USL Championship Season Preview 1:04:38

3M ago1:04:38

1:04:38

In this season 2 premiere, we dive deep into the 2025 USL Championship landscape after an offseason filled with some dramatic changes. We'll recap briefly last season and what had transpired over the offseason. Plus, we explore the major shake-ups including Memphis 901 FC no longer existing, Lexington SC's promotion to the Championship, and the exp…

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MLS 2025 Predictions Extravaganza Featuring Nicky Soup And Sausage 1:26:15

3M ago1:26:15

1:26:15

It's that time of year, time to make insane MLS predictions that are guaranteed to be insanely wrong. Jason and Jared got Nicky Soup & Sausage out of storage to pick the playoff teams East and West, predict who will win the Supporters Shield and MLS Cup, and select a few individual awards. Send us your picks by commeneted on the YouTube video https…

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Redefining Hollywood: The Journey from Brooklyn to E Entertainment and Success Strategies for Life 23:53

3M ago23:53

23:53

Discover how redefining Hollywood as a mindset rather than just a location can reshape not only an industry but personal success as well. Join us for an engaging conversation with a true media pioneer who journeyed from the streets of Brooklyn to the glamour of Los Angeles, Larry Namer founder of E Entertainment Television. This episode promises in…

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MLS Big Money Moves, USL Plans D1 League With Pro/Rel? With Jonathan Tannenwald 1:24:52

3M ago1:24:52

1:24:52

The Best Soccer Show goes big on the news from the MLS cash money market and then brings on Jonathan Tannenwald of the Philadelphia Inquirer to talk about the USL's stated intent to start a Division 1 men's outdoor soccer league. Are we gonna get..gasp...PROMOTION AND RELEGATION? Support the show and get extra stuff. Sign up for the Patreon (it don…

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271: How to Breathe Life into a Business... Dr. Dan Cohen of Breathe Right Strips 55:39

4M ago55:39

55:39

Dr. Dan Cohen is the former Chairman of CNS, Incorporated. Dr. Cohen was the driving force behind the meteoric rise of Breathe Right nasal strips, acquiring the rights to manufacture and sell the product for the medical equipment company he founded in 1982. In 2006, GlaxoSmithKline acquired CNS, including its Breathe Right nasal strips and FiberCho…

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USMNT In The Champions League, Jonanthan Tannenwald on MLS And The Open Cup, MLS Transfers Go Crazy 1:16:13

4M ago1:16:13

1:16:13

JASON AND JARED IN THE BUILDING. Here's what we got for you this week: 🔥 USMNT Stars in the Champions League The UEFA Champions League is heating up, and several USMNT players are making an impact on the biggest stage in club soccer. We break down the performances of Christian Pulisic, Gio Reyna, Weston McKennie, Ricardo Pepi, etc. as they battle a…

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Unlocking Venture Capital Success: Tim Draper's Strategic Insights and Risk-Taking Lessons 25:56

4M ago25:56

25:56

Unlock the secrets of venture capitalism with Tim Draper, a trailblazer who has left an indelible mark across the global investment landscape. As the founder of Draper Associates, DFJ, and the Draper Venture Network, Tim's journey is a masterclass in strategic foresight and bold decision-making. From revolutionizing customer-driven growth with Hotm…

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USMNT January Camp Review: Diego Luna's Got Big Balls, How Do You Say Agyemang? 1:12:10

4M ago1:12:10

1:12:10

In this episode of The Best Soccer Show, we dive into all the big talking points from the USMNT’s January Camp with Jason and Jared back together again. From standout performances to tactical insights, we break down everything you need to know about the camp and how it sets the stage for the upcoming international fixtures. ⚽ USMNT January Camp Rev…

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Andrew Rising & Mike Nieset – Encore Venture Labs 37:07

5M ago37:07

37:07

In this episode, we talk with Andrew Rising & Mike Nieset of Encore Venture Labs. Both Andrew and Mike were born and raised in NE Ohio before exploring other parts of the US and then brought their experiences back to Cleveland. We talk about these experiences and what led them back to Cleveland as well as what they are doing at Encore Venture Labs …

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Empowering Future Leaders: Insights on Leadership and Entrepreneurship with Jeff Hoffman 35:20

5M ago35:20

35:20

What if you could transform your leadership style and create not just followers but future leaders? Join us as we explore the fascinating world of entrepreneurship with the multi-talented Jeff Hoffman, a celebrated humanitarian, bestseller author, and Hollywood film producer. Through this episode, Jeff shares his insights on cultivating a mindset t…

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Jared Is BACK! Looking Back At 2024 And Ahead To 2025 In American Soccer 1:11:54

5M ago1:11:54

1:11:54

The boys are back together! Jared returns after his protracted absence to revel in the Galaxy's MLS Cup championship, talk about the state of coaching hires in the league, and discuss the player movement happening in America's top division. Seattle Sounders: All Gooses, No Mavericks? The boys talk about 2024 for the USMNT and the USWNT. Tim Weah...…

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270: Once Again, the Return of the Non-Food Franchise King: Jon Ostenson of Franbridge Consulting 59:52

5M ago59:52

59:52

Jon Ostenson is the Founder of FranBridge Consulting. Jon is a top 1% Franchise Consultant in the US, and frequent contributor on franchising across a variety of outlets and publications. Jon is a multi-brand franchisee himself, and along with his business partners, he has great operators leading these ventures. As a result, he is able to commit ov…

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The Davis Soccer Show: Leagues Cup Dead? MLS TV Problems, GAM Numbers Go Public 1:11:03

5M ago1:11:03

1:11:03

Jason is all by his lonesome this week, but that's okay because there's still plenty to talk about with news out this week on a number of American soccer fronts. Come for the dive into the future of the Leagues Cup, a discussion about Major League Soccer's broadcast situation, and the big move to release everyone's GAM numbers for the first time in…

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Friday's Morning Kickaround 1:13:59

6M ago1:13:59

1:13:59

Hey guys. Tough times getting an episode of The Best Soccer Show made these days, so here's an episode of Morning Kickaround from Friday, December 13. Hope you enjoy! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoicesBy Jason Davis & Jared DuBois

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The State of Soccer In America With Jonathan Tannenwald 1:14:02

6M ago1:14:02

1:14:02

On this very special episode of The Best Soccer Best, Jason opens up solo on the MLS Cup Final between the LA Galaxy and New York Red Bulls before Jonathan Tannenwald (OMFGPG13 IT'S JTT!) jumps on the show to breakdown everything from the MLS Cup Final to the media landscape for soccer in American. Plus...Leagues Cup! Is it dead or not? And the Clu…

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269: Blowing Minds with Carey Smith: The Big Ass Fans Story! 🫏... 1:12:04

6M ago1:12:04

1:12:04

Carey Smith founded Big Ass Fans in 1999 and served as its Chief Big Ass until the company's sale in 2017. Under his guidance, Big Ass Fans grew an average of 30% a year, with offices across the globe. It made the Inc. 5000 list of fastest-growing private companies 11 consecutive years — a feat achieved by only 34 others — and expanded from industr…

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That's all she wrote! Stand up for the 2024 USL Championship Champion! 38:44

6M ago38:44

38:44

In this historic USL Championship Final at Weidner Field, Colorado Springs Switchbacks claimed their first title after 10 seasons with a commanding 3-0 victory over Rhode Island FC. Off the field, significant moves include Pa-Modou Kah's appointment as Phoenix Rising FC's new Head Coach, Eric Quill's departure from New Mexico United to FC Dallas, a…

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And now we are down to two! The USL Championship will crown a *NEW champion! 28:40

6M ago28:40

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The stage is set for the USL Championship Final. We recap the Conference Finals of the USL Championship Playoffs. Colorado Springs Switchbacks FC won 1-0 against Las Vegas, while Rhode Island FC defeated Charleston Battery 2-1. We'll discuss the key moments and players that made a difference in these matches. We also highlight Defiance 1636, Rhode …

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USMNT Beats Jamaica 1-0: Live Reaction Show 1:19:27

7M ago1:19:27

1:19:27

Jason does it LIVE. Following the USMNT's 1-0 win over Jamaica in Kingston, Jason jumped on the livestream to take calls and get into what we learned from the performance. Who stepped up and who let Mauricio Pochettino down? Support the show and get extra stuff. Sign up for the Patreon (it don't cost much) to get access to the Besties Slack (the be…

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David beats Goliath in both East and West! Recap of the 2nd round including the October POTM and much more! 27:36

7M ago27:36

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Do you believe in fairytales? The USL Championship playoffs are as unpredictable as ever, seeing both the number 1 seeds fall in the second round to first timers Las Vegas and Rhode Island. Step out the way there are new faces that run the place. A look at October POTM and more in-depth recap of the 2nd round of playoffs! Follow the podcast @TalkUS…

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USMNT Roster Preview: Who Gets the Call From Pochettino? 1:10:13

7M ago1:10:13

1:10:13

SOLO JASON! WNBC's own gets into a USMNT roster preview ahead of the Nations League games against Jamaica for Mauricio Pochettino and the Americans. Good times. Support the show and get extra stuff. Sign up for the Patreon (it don't cost much) to get access to the Besties Slack (the best soccer community ever), The Best Bonus Show, and much more. A…

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