Best UPSL Podcasts (2025)

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The Protagonist Show - S1.E11 - A Messi All Star Break 33:21

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3d ago33:21

33:21

Messi skipped the MLS All-Star match and now all hell is breaking loose. Does this spell the end of his time in the States? Probably not, but we discuss it regardless. Plus NISA 3.0 and season two of the USL Super League.

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Ep. 282 - Tossed Salads and Scrambled (Crows) Eggs 30:21

5d ago30:21

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The Crows are in Seattle vying for the USL2 Central Conference Championship! We cover the big moments in the rounds of 32 & 16 that got us there and preview the Flint City Bucks.

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The C - Episode 22, Matchweek 20 Review and USL Cup Preview 25:36

6d ago25:36

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Chris and Josh are back for another look around the USL Championship - from the results and table in the regular season so far, to the final games in the Jagermeister / USL Cup Group Stages. Join us for a whip around the top division of the biggest league in the world!

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The Super Show - Superpowered Lexington? 58:12

9d ago58:12

58:12

League MVP Emina Ekić is on the move to Lexington along with a host of other talented veterans, making the team in black and green a favorite for next season. The crew break down all the offseason moves and what it will mean for the 2025-26 USL Super League.

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Ep. 281 - Heartland Division Champions 57:21

13d ago57:21

57:21

WE DID IT! Your Crows are Heartland Division Champions! We cover last week's action that got us here, look ahead to the USL2 playoffs and talk to Citizens head man Paul Smejkal about the supporter's group's favorite players and moments.

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The W Show - Championship Preview 23:47

13d ago23:47

23:47

With the USL W League Championship match set to kick off on Saturday, John and Dan discuss Utah United and NC Courage U23. How they got there, how they play, and what they expect from this final match of the weekend. It's been a long season, but we're about to crown a champion.

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Ex Libris Protagonist - A Conversation with Robert Andrew Powell 34:38

14d ago34:38

34:38

The author of This Love is Not For Cowards: Salvation and Soccer in Ciudad Juárez sits down with Josh and Dan to discuss his book, his time in one of the most dangerous cities in the world, and how soccer inspired his work.

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The Super Show - Dallas Trinity's Allie Thornton 57:54

21d ago57:54

57:54

Trinity superstar Allie Thornton joins the show to talk about her season last year, winning the Golden Boot, and how her time in Europe helped shape her play. After the interview, the crew breaks down a couple of clubs' roster moves and how they could change the table next season.

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90+1 - Gold Cup Recap 33:00

21d ago33:00

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Dan is joined by Josh Duder to talk all things Gold Cup, including the final loss against Mexico 2-1. What does the roster look like moving forward? What players made their mark? Should the veterans who skipped the competition have anything to worry about? All those questions and more on this episode of 90+1.…

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Ep. 280 - Rising to the Top 32:59

22d ago32:59

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That's SIX USL2 wins in a row and a playoff spot clinched. The boys recap games against Rochester and St. Croix and look ahead to crucial matchups that could put us on top.

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The W Show - Playoff Update and Vanessa Crisp of FC Olympia 38:27

22d ago38:27

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GM of FC Olympia, Vanessa Crip, joins the show to talk all things northwest soccer and her teams playoff run ending in the round of 16. She also discusses a potential stadium plan and what the club will be working on in the offseason. After, the boys take a quick tour of the playoff picture, then look forward to the semifinal matchups this weekend!…

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Protagonist Interviews: Copa Tejas 41:49

22d ago41:49

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Just before last weekend's matchup between El Paso Locomotive and San Antonio FC, Dan sat down with the two founders of Copa Tejas, Steve Arters and Danielle Gawronski. They explain the competition, the important role it plays for Texas soccer clubs, and how they'd love to see it expand.

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The W Show - Playoff Preview with Stockton Cargo 42:49

28d ago42:49

42:49

Lee Neves and Vanessa Penuna from Stockton Cargo join Dan and John to discuss their regular season title and look forward to the USL W Playoffs.

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The Protagonist Show - S1.E10 - Gold Cup, Club World Cup, And Everything Else 32:47

28d ago32:47

32:47

With the news bring dominated by Cup competitions, Dan and Josh break down the state of play and what they are watching.

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The Super Show - Recapping Season One 49:23

30d ago49:23

49:23

With the second season of the Super League just around the corner, the gang discuss the season that was. What was good, what was bad, and why on Earth did Pauline MacDonald get fired!

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Ep. 279 - Streaks 31:30

1M ago31:30

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A two victory week makes four in a row for the Crows. We recap the dubs against St. Croix and River Light, then look ahead to a tight playoff race.

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The W Show - Annapolis Blues' Head Coach Ashly Kennedy 34:37

1M ago34:37

34:37

Ashly Kennedy joins the show to discuss her teams dominance in their opening year in the USL W League. Plus a full recap of the playoff races across the league!

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The C - Episode 21 29:26

1M ago29:26

29:26

Chris and Josh check out the scores and results from Matchweek 16 in the USL Championship then look forward to the couple of games in Matchweek 17. Then, we check out the standings in the USL / Jagermeister Cup and whip through the upcoming games in this round.

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The C - Episode 20 38:10

1M ago38:10

38:10

This week on The C, Chris and Josh take a look back at the results in the USL Championship from matchweek 15 then look forward to matchweek 16. In between, we peek at the table and discuss the teams in good form vs teams who have to make up some ground as we pass the 1/3 mark of the schedule.

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The Super Show - An Interview with Tampa Bay Head Coach Denise Schilte-Brown 17:53

1M ago17:53

17:53

Head Coach Denise Schilte-Brown sits down with Dan to discuss her club's championship season.

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The Super Show - The Sun Queens 1:09:03

1M ago1:09:03

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The 2024-2025 USL Super League season is done and in the books! We break down the final and celebrate Tampa's win at home, plus a lot of looking forward in this episode.

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Ep. 278 - Recapapalooza 47:37

2M ago47:37

47:37

The ups and downs of a packed summer of soccer are here. We have recaps of FOUR games over SEVEN days.

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One League Under the C - Episode 55 w/ guest Elliot Barr AKA Yogi 1:05:17

2M ago1:05:17

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On this ep of OLUTC, Josh catches up with Elliot Barr, AKA Yogi, of the River City 93 and Walkin' 90 Podcasts. We run the rule over the most recent USL Cup results and discuss whether the Richmond Kickers have a hope and a prayer to climb out of the cellar of their cup group. We also discuss their positive place in the league table and the players …

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The Super Show - Super Semifinals! 54:11

2M ago54:11

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Two matches, two results, on to the USL Super League Final. The crew break down how Ft Lauderdale knocked off Carolina and Tampa was able to eliminate Dallas.

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Ep. 277 - Four Goals, Three Points 21:37

2M ago21:37

21:37

The boys have a quick recap of the 4-0 victory against the 9-man Dutch Lions and a preview of this weekend's USL2 and Minnesota Super Cup action.

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The Super Show - Super Guest Amanda Vandervort! 43:58

2M ago43:58

43:58

The President of the USL Super League joins the show to discuss her work in women's soccer, how she thought the first season went, and why she thinks the best is yet to come.

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The W Show - Madeline McCracken of Richmond Ivy 46:14

2M ago46:14

46:14

Madeline McCracken, Sporting Director for Richmond Ivy, joins John and Dan to discuss all things Richmond. After, the guys break down the divisional leaders and look forward to the weekend.

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The Super Show - Regular Season is OVER 38:25

2M ago38:25

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With the USL Super League regular season done and dusted, the crew looks back on the weekend, then forward to the playoffs. And Dan throws a fit that Spokane won't be there.

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Ep. 276 - Big Bulldog Energy 35:17

2M ago35:17

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As the Drake contingent continues to keep the club undefeated against River Light, we look ahead to a tasty matchup againt the Dutch Lions. Plus, we cover the MC2 debut against Duluth FC.

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Ex Libris Protagonist - A Conversation with Dr. David Kilpatrick Pt. 2 1:00:00

2M ago1:00:00

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We have the privilege to discuss 95 Theses on the Reformation of Football: Disputation on the Power and Efficacy of Global Football Governance with author, Dr David Kilpatrick. Over two parts we discuss the state of the sport, how we've come to adore it, and how to best preserve association football, or soccer. World Cups, Promotion & Relegation, C…

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The Super Show - Just the Two of Us... 31:00

2M ago31:00

31:00

John and Dan discuss the results from the week that was. Big moves my Ft Lauderdale and continued sinking from Dallas. Spokane has all to play for in the last week of the season!

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The C - Episode 19 20:48

2M ago20:48

20:48

Chris and Josh are back with Episode 19 of THE C - we review the scorlines from matchday 12, take a look at the Western and Eastern Conference standings, then preview the only three league games this coming week. Lastly, we whip through the 16 fixtures in this USL Cup break and pick out a few which seem most interesting to us.…

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One League Under the C - Ep 54 w/ guest Benji Wade of the Spokane Soccer Show 37:29

2M ago37:29

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One League Under the C is back and we're joined by Benji Wade of the Spokane Soccer Show to whip through recent results, review the USL League One table, and preview Spokane Velocity's upcoming USL Cup match against AV Alta. We also discuss the roster shifts from the pre-season and how that strength in depth has led to their current position at the…

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Ex Libris Protagonist - A Conversation with Dr. David Kilpatrick Pt. 1 58:00

2M ago58:00

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We have the privilege to discuss 95 Theses on the Reformation of Football: Disputation on the Power and Efficacy of Global Football Governance with author, Dr David Kilpatrick. Over two parts we discuss the state of the sport, how we've come to adore it, and how to best preserve association football, or soccer. World Cups, Promotion & Relegation, C…

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The Protagonist Show - S1.E9 - USL Exits USOC 35:52

2M ago35:52

35:52

With the last USL Championship club out of the US Open Cup, what's a lower league soccer fan to do? Plus, Liga MX getting litigious and USL Super League about to be playoff happy! All that and so much more.

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Ep. 275 - RKC Behind, River Light Ahead 22:48

2M ago22:48

22:48

We recap the 3-3 draw against RKC and look forward to the season's first away game at River Light FC. Plus, it's the weekend of the Big Friendly against an old foe.

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The W Show - Nick Mendola Talks FC Buffalo 37:53

2M ago37:53

37:53

Media veteran and founder of FC Buffalo, Nick Mendola, joins Dan and John to talk about the Buffalo soccer scene, what's helped his club stick around for so long, and his team's chances in 2025. Plus a recap of USL W League action!

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The Super Show - Emina Ekic, MVP 39:19

2M ago39:19

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With the playoffs just a couple of weeks away, the matches are red hot and every result matters. The team breaks down the week that was and look ahead.

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Ep. 274 - Coach Tudor's Gameweek 1 Preview 40:58

2M ago40:58

40:58

The 2025 season kickoff is upon us! Jon welcomes Coach Tudor and co-founder Dan Hoedeman to preview Matchweek 1 vs. RKC and talk about the coaching staff's approach and expectations this summer.

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The Protagonist Show - S1.E8 - Jason Davis Take the Wheel 38:33

3M ago38:33

38:33

Jason Davis fills in for Josh Duder and Dan brings the topic list. MNUFC and Inter Miami fighting over tifo. Gianni Infantino and FIFA's corruption. Pachuca Liga MX's Newest Champion Plus viewing recommendations and Off Topics.

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The W Show - Asheville City's Head Coach Maxi Viera 27:43

3M ago27:43

27:43

Fresh off a big 1-0 win in week 1 of USL W League, the gaffer joins Dan and John to talk about what he's building in Asheville City. Maxi discusses his path to the United States from Uruguay, his journey through American soccer, and why he's taking Suarez for his best XI. Then the hosts recap the rest of the table and look forward to this week's ma…

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The Super Show - The Brooklyn Tumble 52:15

3M ago52:15

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The hits keep coming and this weekend gave us some massive matches to recap. Brooklyn draws in a must-win, while Dallas chokes against DC. All that, plus a load of playoff talk and just how good this league is!

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Ep. 273 - That New Roster Smell 33:29

3M ago33:29

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With only 10 days until the opener, we break down what we know about our USL2 Heartland Division opponents. Then we take a look at the finalized roster and excitedly fawn over the level of talent it holds.

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The Protagonist Show - S1.E7 - 16 Matches, 1 Winner 36:59

3M ago36:59

36:59

Josh and Dan discuss the soul-crushing MLS romp in the USOC round of 32, then discuss the women's amatuer game in this country and the need for US Soccer to get involved now!

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The W Show - Season 4 Kicks Off 29:40

3M ago29:40

29:40

Lee Neves and Hannah Diaz join the show to talk about Stockton Cargo's big win in the league opener. The duo discuss the NorCal division, the depth of talent in California, and why the USL W League is becoming the destination league for pre-professional talent in the women's game.

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The Super Show - Danielle's Cranker Machine 53:48

3M ago53:48

53:48

Boy oh boy! The weekend brought a ton of surprises and with time so short, everything is impacting the playoff picture. The team breakdown the matches, discuss the powerhouse that Spokane has become and look forward to this wekeend's matchups.

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The Protagonist Show - S1.E6 - Spring Soccer is Here! 34:49

3M ago34:49

34:49

With amateur soccer leagues kicking off all over the country, it's the best time of the year! Josh and Dan discuss the importance of amatuer leagues, plus cup competitions, young and old!

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The Super Show - Carolina Reaping 53:20

3M ago53:20

53:20

Carolina keeps rolling, while the Brooklyn ship is sinking. The playoffs are just a month away and there's 5 teams vying for 4 coveted spots!

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Those Who Support - Proud Owls 27:37

3M ago27:37

27:37

For this episode of the podcast, Zac sat down with Ed of the Proud Owls to talk about their support of USL League One's Union Omaha and their goal of creating a more inclusive space for the LGBTQIA community.

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The Protagonist Show - S1.E5 - Super League, Jägermeister Cup, The Works 26:15

3M ago26:15

26:15

Josh and Dan discuss the Super League playoff picture, the USLW launch, and the rest of the American soccer scene.