Just some random Voice Perfomance student named Alan making a podcast on "his" couch on the 3rd floor of the School of Music. Rants about soccer, life as a music major, and just what comes to mind...
In classic Alan fashion, we took a long break but we're back at the start of the new year! Miguel literally said "when we recording?" and Alan said "right now" to which Miguel said "aight bet"...Miguel and Alan chat a wide variety of topics: the new Spider-Man movie (no spoilers), the Transformers movies, bit of history of the Chicago major league teams, the future of the Chicago Bears with Matt Nagy being fired the morning after recording, a bit on how Alan became a Blackhawks fan, his simpage for goalie Marc Andre Fleury, and a minor rant on the future of the Polish National Football team. That and more moments that'll leave you hankering for a Dr. Pepper Cream Soda
Today on the couch; Alan talks taking a break from longboarding, TikTok trends, the transition from online back to online, and other moments that'll leave you thinking "Yeah I feel that fam". Featuring guest appearances from Steven, Nicole, and Dom.
Tonight, Alan plays his first ever Metroid game, being the brand new Metroid Dread on the Switch. For some reason he also decided to record a podcast of it but since you can't see it I have absolutely no clue how this is gonna work, but in true Alan fashion let's try something dumb and unconventional and just run with it!
*Disclaimer: this episode features a decent amount of humor that is straight up dumb, including Gabe setting fire to my old diction homework, and might not sit well with everyone, so viewer discretion is advised*Tonight: Ryan, Gabe, and Alan try ad talk about Demon Slayer Season 1 but it quickly derails because Alan still hasn't seen the entirety of S1. We talk how Alan misses the old Kanye, Ryan talks a bit about how Arin Hanson isn't really funny as well as attempts to mix ammonia and bleach, and Gabe talks about what kind of women he likes, he attempts an ASMR segment to no avail, and rages on about how much he hates Among US... that and more on The Curious Tale of *sips Dr.Pepper* I have no clue...
It's been... a hot minute since we made an episode on the couch. Now after almost a year and a half we return to University in-person, meaning the couch is also back, and it's as comfy as... well a couch... a very comfy couch...Alan chats about the return to in person education, along with the minut frustration of still having to wear mask amid the Delta variant, this new early-access game called Voidtrain he's obsessed with, and the random encounters with people on the third floor that we've all missed. That and more, on the actual couch, as Season 3 begins!
Solo episode time! And it's the first one with the new PC Alan built by himself (and a little help from his friends)Alan chats about the PC building process and how it was both more difficult and not as difficult as he originally thought, a bit of soccer thoughts, and general excitement ahead of the summer 2021 season still to come
Alan and Ryan are here and Ryan's playing Sea of Thieves on today's episode! The lads talk a bit about favorite musicals, the fact that neither have seen The Phantom of the Opera, our favorite animated shows such as Castlevania and Invincible, and general anime and manga discussion stuff (weeb sh*t I know). What about The Soup Store that's in the title? I don't know I haven't listened to the episode yet...
*This episode is in Polish, so for my English listeners I'm sorry and stay tune for the next episode which will be in EnglishPierwszy odcinek podcastu w języku polskim. Alan i Jakub oglądają i komentują na mecz Polska Słowacja na Euro 2020. Fatalne zachowywanie Krychowiaka, gol samobójczy Szczęsnego, i inne momenty w meczu gdzie mamy normalnie już depresję ale co nowego w reprezentacji Polski w piłce noznej...
The lads are back, and with the exception of Dortmund's DFB Pokal and Barcelona's Copa del Rey vicoties, we all agree that the 20/21 season has been.... bad. Alan talks Spurs' terrible run of form again, along with whom he'd like to manage Spurs next season, Miguel and Kuba talk about Pokemon, and Kevin is actually not dead so that's a plus. The Lads also talk Poland, USMNT, and Mexico ahead of Euro 20/21 and CONCACAF Nations League and Gold Cup
Alan is joined by Natalie (and Eli in the last 15 minutes) as they chat about Minecraft but bass boosted, how Alan exposed his weeb self even more to his classmates, Game Grumps playing Legend of Zelda and Sonic games, and Eli shows up.
Tonight: Alan rants again but this time about the Fire, Jakub talks MLS, and Miguel mentions something about stupid team names. That and more as always on the State of
Tonight: Alan rants about Spurs, Kev sees his neighbours get sucked by a tornado and then himself, and Jakub reacts appropriately to that. That and more as always in this episode of the State of Kev's Dead
The lads are mad, after our favorite clubs tried to breakaway and form their own Super European League to make more money. We also discuss supporting our local MLS and Liga MX teams, and stay til the end for words of wisdom from Miguel...
Alan and Oliver take the podcast outside as the two are recording on a warm April day in the university quad. Our House makes several short comebacks, we talk about razor scooters from days of old, and other moments that'll make you think "have they gotten any sleep in the last 24 hours?"
Alan and Eli are at Soldier Field for the Fire's first game in front of fans since September 2019 and at Soldier Field since 2005, and we got decent third row seats. We talk why Major League Soccer is staggering on the world football stage, how we think American soccer can improve, and us getting pizza. Good times at Soldier Field, VAMOS FIRE!!!
Oliver returns to the podcast after Alan showed up to his house and the two went to get pizza and cookies before hand.The two discuss the golden age of YouTube, how older YouTube channels have changed, the first MMO's we have played, and other moments that have you singing "Our House in the middle of Our House!" for at least ten minutes...
The Pole with a Goal has got some returning guests being Gabe & Nat, as well as couchcast debutant Eli! The four talk some weeb stuff like the anime they've been watching, Gabe talks about how he'd murder anyone for Nat, Eli talks about his Riverdale problem, and Alan has a new mic again because why not?
Tonight: The lads talk the new Mexico home jersey, Alan goes through Spurs' slump and suprise crash from Europa League, we make predictions ahead of the Champions League Quarter Finals, and discuss some national team business as we enter the international break. Alan also discusses what he looks forward to in the new MLS season and some expectations for Chicago Fire FC.Oh yeah and we all at one point of the episode get cancelled...
In today's episode of the State of, the lads (except Jakub because he needs to make money) chat not soccer stuff (surprising right?). Alan, Miguel, and Kevin talk how online schooling has worked out so far with some stories of Zoom University incidences, how they first got into music in grade school, and a tiny bit of soccer related things such as logos and stadiums near the end.
Keeping the title short so Oliver doesn't have to read that muchIntroducing new guest Oliver who met Alan during their time in WRD 103 over a year ago, being their last class before the pandemic closed down life itself. The two talk many a topic such as random YouTube recommendations, why they don't really use Netflix anymore, life as a student in the pandemics, as well as some other random moments that'll leave you wanting to get a Sprite from the fridge.
Don't you hate it when podcast hosts lie to you? Same... wait...Alan explains a bit why he once again to a large break right when he promised more episodes of the podcast. He goes into detail of his new favorite romance anime as well as some school related things he wants to address especially to his friends.Will he finally explain his pathological fear of women and New South Wales?Perhaps... Only one way to find out!
Music theory homework or podcast? If you know Alan you already know the answer.Alan talks about the dip in Spurs' form as well as the dip in his will to do anything in school. On the bright side he has his own room now and hopes that once we return to in person school, everything will come back...
With the exception of Alan's Tottenham, the rest of the boys are a bit down as Borussia Dortmund, Real Madrid, Barcelona, and Liverpool are in a bit of a slump. The lads talk about what's wrong and what should be done in order for their clubs to reach better heights. The future of the USMNT and the game is North America is also in discussion...
It's time to throw on your ODM gear and sing Sasageyo! Alan is joined by Ryan and first time guest, Judi, in discussion on the most popular anime in the beginning of 2021: Attack on Titan! They first start off the conversation with an idea of show choir show comprised of anime OPs, as well as other snippets on tv shows, voice actors, and other things that nerds like to chat about
2021 is here! So is the first solo episode of Season 2! Alan's vibing to the usual jazz, discussing such things like 2021 resolutions, the upcoming Winter Quarter of Uni, the argument of covers vs. the original with the example of Down Under by Men at Work and Everybody wants to rule the world by Tears For Fears, and how he's gonna be taking his music seriously now... Do we trust him? I honestly don't think so but I'm rooting for him!
"Bye guys! *Discord disconnect sound* Hey Gabe wanna record a podcast episode?" "Sure" 2AM; Gabe and Alan just finished their midnight DnD sessy, everyone left, Alan clicked "record" on the board and this episode began! Alan and Gabe talk a bit of 2020, High school memories, video games & Game Grumps, ADHD in University, and future dreams & admirations. Oh yeah, Bernie Sanders is vibing with us as well...
The first The State of episode of Season 2: It's Liverpool vs Tottenham! Kev and Alan watch the second half whilst talking about the last quarter of 2020, the terrible form of Alan's North London rivals Arsenal, as well as future plans once COVID 19 f's off and the regular season and life resumes!
It's Season 2! We start off the new season with this straight from the mind and heart episode from Alan, Ryan, Gabe, and Hew. Tonight: the 4 weebs chat a bit of Dungeons and Dragons memories, Hew leads Ryan on to get a job at the place he and Gabe work only to ultimately fail, Gabe expresses his love of Bionicles, Ryan & Gabe do some dramatic readings of their original works, Hew drinks a beer, and a bunch of other moments that will leave you thinking "which one of them got the 2 brain cells?
After 200 something days, we're back in the School of Music (sort of) and it's an Alan solo episode! Tonight Alan discusses his hate of Bluetooth connectivity in cars & the water pressure in the SOM bathroom sinks, a bit about voting and his issues with modern politics, as well as some catching up and mental health reminders during these trying times.
It's the dawn of a new season and The State of Lads (minus Miguel) go over Man United's and Liverpool's woeful performance. They'll question the state Dortmund and Barcelona are in ahead of the 20/21 season. Alan and Slug discusses the potential the newly rebranded Chicago Fire FC have under Raphael Wicky, and Kevin talks about his new love for Barca wonderboy Ansu Fati. Also if someone can send Slug a satellite dish or antenna that'd be much appreciated
Alan is joined by his D&D group consisting of returning Ryan and new Gabe, Matt, and Nat. They discuss JoJo's Bizarre Adventure Part 1 and My Hero Academia Season 1, plus discuss favorite openings and other things... also Gabe's stand, The World, can stop ti-
Alan Miguel, and Jakub (Sorry Kevin!) are on a couch together watching Man City vs. Real Madrid play in the UEFA Champions League, but are mostly discussing stupid ideas and thoughts that come to mind instead of focusing on the match. An episode that both non-football and football fans will enjoy!!!
In a special episode, Alan plays some poker on his Oculus quest. He also answers some of the Yolo feedback sent in via Snapchat, as well as chats about the difficulties of making podcast episodes during a pandemic without his computer.
In this scuffed episode Alan and Miguel discuss some TV shows from the past as well as the problem with "gatekeeper" fans, all while Jakub has problems with power outages and WiFi. In addition, a short solo episode of Jakub whilst his power and WiFi were out...
Three football enthusiasts from Chicago and one from Dallas join forces to talk about their worlds of soccer and their path to becoming a better soccer podcast than the man that is Alexi Lalas
Episode 5 features high school friend Jakub AKA Kuba AKA Szwagier AKA Slug. Talking about some high school memories, the lack of sports during Stay at Home Order, and my gift of starting social media comment wars
Alan is joined via Discord by close friends he's known since middle school: Ryan, Kaitlyn and Alan discuss life in quarantine, some high school memories, and their first year of University that has ended abruptly due to COVID-19
Episode 3 bby! Alan's second solo episode includes life as an opera performer, the coronavirus (again) and general rambling on what comes to mind, what comes to heart...
Ah the pilot episode of the Couchcast Podcast. I literally don't know what to say since its literally just me rambling about random shite. Enjoy (pls)
We start the couchcast podcast with my cellist and Barcelona fan friend Kevin. Discussing Champions League, MLS, and the looming threat to the world of Fútbol that is the corona virus
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