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A Nashville SC fan podcast.

Josh, Donald


    • Mar 23, 2025 LATEST EPISODE
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    Chapter 6

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 23, 2025 46:54


    It is indeed year 6 of this. Is it the dawn of a new era? Only Donald knows the truth - but will he reveal his secrets? COYBIG

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    Weiner Dog Racing

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 19, 2024 52:36


    Ben Wright drops in to bless the dawgs. Two wins on the trot and a general improvement in play see Nashville SC giving fans something to enjoy at the end of what was feeling like a lost season. Topics include:The BJ era's inauspicious Leagues Cup beginningsSigns of life in the two losses Clean sheets and wins in the last twoBJ's choices with his current squadBest positions for SurridgeFirst impressions of Yazbek and PérezBJ's unexpected personalityFuturecasting ShaffelburgThe first Three Chalupas of the BJ era, predictions for Cincy at the weekend, and a bit of bonus Pochettino USMNT talk see us out on this one. Shouts out to Ben. Shouts out to YOU. Much love. COYBIG

    BJ Rumors

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 24, 2024 49:30


    Appreciating Gary, evaluating Rumba, discussing a potential BJ, and pondering a brave new future for Nashville SC. COYBIG.

    Out?

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 8, 2024 63:39


    What would #GaryOut actually look like now, in practice? Where does the fault lie, Jacobs or Smith? What kinds of players could be brought in as a solution? You know, all those old chestnuts. Three Chalupas, listener Qs, and the small matter of Inter Miami upcoming. We shall seeeeeeeeee. COYBIG.

    Wendy's SC

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 18, 2024 93:32


    Nashville SC's Concacaf Champions Cup comes to an end, but the 'Yotes finally pick up a win in the league. Josh, Daniel and Slape unite under the Lisan Al-Gaib of Nashville SC podcasting (Donald “Muad-Dib” Hall) who vows to lead us all to paradise. That's right folks, that's been the reason for the name of the podcast all along. Topics aside from prophecy, natural resources, and revolution include:8 matches in 23 daysThe long term potential of a Mukhtar-Surridge-Boyd attacking triumvirateBig Forster AjagoBunbury's pensThe club's CCC ticket policiesInter Miami: very good, also surely the beneficiaries of a vast conspiracy (foul play from the bene gesserit?)Dru YearwoodA header for all the Muyl heads out thereThree ChalupasBest XI as we move into a more normal scheduleThe upcoming gauntlet[using the voice] COME ON YOU BOYS IN GOLD

    Marginal Gaines

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 19, 2024 64:55


    Hot damn, MLS is back. The Coyotes ride out once again. The pod looks at what 2024 could bring for Nashville SC. Topics hit include:What should we expect from Sam Surridge in his first full season?Is the Tyler Boyd signing going under the radar?New central midfield optionsThe challenge of the Eastern ConferenceAre issues in the squad building finally being addressed?Feelings about Dax in AtlantaBreakout candidatesAnother homegrown signingDonald's Annual MLS Kit RankingsBig round of Qs, and then we look ahead to a very busy first two weeks of the season, including NSC's Concacaf Champions Cup debut. We back babayyy. COYBIG.

    DePuy, We Hardly Knew Ye

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 20, 2023 121:20


    We got Davey and the TrillDawg in to help see off Nashville SC's 2023. Topics hit include:Another first round playoff exitFan sentimentThis janky playoff formatSam Surridge's 2024 prospectsHow will Nashville SC's 2023 be remembered?Moment of the seasonGoal of the seasonAnnual Non-Hany Mukhtar MVP AwardFarewells to Dax, Fafa, HaakensonEarly signings of Dru Yearwood, McKinzie GainesWhat are the other off-season priorities?Reaction to the US Open Cup newsLooking forward to Concacaf Champions CupWhat would it mean if Nashville made a coaching or front office change?Up the 'Yotes forever. COYBIG. We'll see ya in '24. 

    Five Minutes of Fafa

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 31, 2023 44:40


    Our sincerest apologies for the lack of pods in the latter part of the season. Truth be told, Club and Country came in with a massive bid for Donald. Frankly, after that the lad's head just wasn't right. Thankfully, we've nailed him down to a 9-year extension and we're confident he'll see out his career as a Dawg.Recorded Monday immediately after the loss in Orlando. Topics included:The importance of a single matchVulnerability down Nashville's rightIs it true that if you have three center backs, you don't have two?The Surridge header that wasn'tHany pulling up from the logoShaffeltakesSubstitutionsFafa injusticeNew playoff formatCreeping thoughts of the offseasonThree ChalupasWhat's more likely now in this series, one more game or two?Still an opportunity to put things right in Nashville. Win or stay home. COYBIG.

    Never Check Your Email

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 24, 2023 58:10


    Slape, Josh and Donald come to grips with the loss in the Leagues Cup final, and think of what this cup run may indicate for the rest of Nashville SC's season.How competitions develop meaningPost-tournament prospects for Sam Surridge and Lucas MacNaughtonBooing MessiAssessing Inter MiamiThe rush of Nashville's equalizerEnvironment in the stadiumThe Campaña momentWho seemed the more deserving winner, if one were to be had at full time?Callender, Panicco and the PK shootoutThree ChalupasFinally looking towards the beginning of the home stretch in the leagueUp the Yotes forever. COYBIG.

    It Has To Be Us

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 16, 2023 43:26


    A brief retrospective on this Nashville SC Leagues Cup run that will culminate in a final at Geodis Park against Lionel Messi's Inter Miami on Saturday.Ramping up against Colorado and TolucaExercising penalty shootout demons in CincinattiMadness in the quarterfinals against Club AmericaA relaxing training session against MinnesotaMomentous collective effort against MonterreyA whole party pack of Chalupas, and a plea to the sporting gods for justice to be done take us out of this quickie episode, and on our way to Saturday. COYBIG.

    Leagues Cup Seating Arrangements

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 19, 2023 95:39


    John, Slape Dogg, Josh and Don help each other get through Nashville SC's recent dip in form. Topics hit include:The earth-shattering effects of missing clear cut chancesThe pall cast over Nashville's season by Cincy's successThe inheritor of Ake Loba's place in the trunkThe difference between a winger who chips in with goals, and a recognized center forwardThe different ways fans allow officiating to themComposureRivalry among the top clubs in the EastDonald's extremely sus attempt to break transfer newsShocking and shameful behavior from a certain Cincy fanHow real were the ‘yotes Supporter's Shield hopes?Mukhtar vs. Acosta in the MVP raceFour ChalupasSam Surridge in jeansListener QsYanks of both sexesLeagues Cup: does it suck ass, or is it actually cool as hell?On to Leagues Cup. COYBIG and up the gaht dang Coyotes.

    The Before Times

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 4, 2023 62:20


    Happy Independence Day! Topics hit include:John AdamsMore Hany madness with another hat trickLosing the fast guys to Gold Cup dutyThe failures of the back fiveBotched chances in MontrealPraise for Columbus (I know, yuck)Line leading forwardsDC, or “The Randall Leal Match” Three Chalupas, Qs, and Chicago preview. Go eat a hotdog. COYBIG.

    Wyke's Woo Wagons

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 15, 2023 89:33


    The good old boy network of Nashville SC podcasting is brought to its knees as Katie and Amanda drop into the stu with Josh and Donald after a solid road trip for the Yotes.Topics hit include:MacNaughty conspiracy theoriesNashville SC creating its own luckThe Romney-fication of Jack MaherChatty HanyThe CJ Sapong derbyToronto FC's production line of talent… for Nashville SCLukas MacNaughton is a working architect, seriously? Come on manWyke's Woo WagonsWhat happens in midfield now that Leal is back(Donald just straight up turned his mic off for ten minutes right around here)ROARINGFour ChalupasAn arranged marriage for The MilkmanAdem Sipic's contract and the progress of the club's academyMessi League SoccerAn all-time great batch of Qs and a quick preview for St. Louis on Saturday take us out of this one. Up the Yotes. COYBIG.

    Gasoline

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 1, 2023 63:24


    Out of the cup, but unbeaten in 7 in MLS play, with wins in their last 3. Nashville SC: very very good at the moment. The Pod: very very happy to discuss.Topics hit includeThe b-team's cup runAlex Muyl, goal machineMacNaughtyHany the Human Highlight ReelRandall Leal's returnWhat it means to be this much better Inter MiamiDid we steal one in Charlotte?Atmosphere in Geodis Park against ColumbusThreat from set pieces and cornersJoe Willis web gemsPower rankings No time for Qs, too many damn matches. On to Dallas. I say start Brian Anunga and let him boss their midfield again. COYBIG

    Swifties

    Play Episode Listen Later May 10, 2023 48:46


    Chicago were horrible, but Nashville is pretty damn good right now. Josh and Don discuss yet another beatdown of the Fire, inspired by yet another Hany hat trick.Topics hit include:A sexy center back debutAlex Muyl's central roleDax directing traffic, just like the good 'ol daysShaff/Fafa rotationCaptaincy choicesPraise for Gary Smith, whose weaknesses from years prior all feel like strengths at the momentCelebrating the consistently excellent MVPHot takes on Daniel LovitzThree chalupas, catching up on Qs, and hopes/dreams for the next two matches in the cup and league respectively. COYBIG.

    Captain Morgan + Body Armor

    Play Episode Listen Later May 3, 2023 54:04


    Slape, Josh and Don cover a LOT of ground catching up on all of the NSC action from AprilTopics hit include:Nil-nil against TorontoConceding two quick ones away to a much improved NYCFC side, and a positive fight backEvaluating the home draw against LAFCJack Maher's performance so far this seasonLove for Joe WillisGary Smith fit checkProgressing in the US Open CupWhat's the read on Ján Greguš?Ethan Zubak's prospects in a post-Sapong worldHow pivotal is the Atlanta win at this point in the season?This new midfield diamond - a consequence of circumstance, or something to build on?Super Sub Shaffelburg, and how he brings the best out of HanyFafa's first goal at the ‘dude - is he an option up top?The transfer of CJ Sapong, and his Nashville SC legacyWe were in a rush but we will hit your AMAZING questions next week. Just had a lot to catch up on in this one. Up the Yotes, COME ON YOU BOYZ N GOLD

    Don Iver

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 5, 2023 39:27


    The smell of sweet victory in Orlando. Enough to wash away the stench of the Cincy loss at home? The dawgs deliberate.Topics hit include:Rivalry with OrlandoFafa's first goal and general start to life in NashvilleSurprise Haakenson startThe JoenaissanceThe team's bouncebackability under Gary SmithWhen is the Hany MVP round two hype train allowed to leave the station?Options off the bench when we're fully healthyToronto previewCOYMFBIG

    Table Talk

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 29, 2023 52:45


    Shameful that Brandon Vazquez would celebrate a goal against his former club like that.Topics hit include:The state of DaxCincinnati's strengthsPraise for Fafa and Joe4th Annual First Viewing of the Table After Five GamesTucking in your shirtOrlando previewCOYBIG

    Straight Edge Gary

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 21, 2023 35:19


    Josh and Donald have one of the most nuanced discussions of all time while keeping perspective after Nashville's first loss of the season. Topics hit includePlayer selection and what it says about your aspirationsSet piece threat for Nashville so far this seasonShaq Moore and Dan Lovitz in central defensive rolesGustavo BouThe addition of Jan GregusHany with more freedom to be a playmakerDave Romney and the legacy of former fan favoritesQs and a quick preview for the blockbuster FC Cincinnati matchup take us out on this one. Come. On. You. Boisenberries.

    Spongebob Rave

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 14, 2023 45:12


    OG J+D eppy. The good times are here to stay forever, and we'll never die. Topics hit include:Shaffy-Mukhtar connectionRoad draws and how they're perceivedQuality of oppositionClub captaincy shifting to ZimIn-depth celebration analysisOur sweet boy TaylorThe evolution of Dan LovitzNick DePwahhhh transfer weirdnessQs administered by the Q shaman himself, previews of the upcoming match against the Romneylution, and then we're OUT. CTFOYBIG.

    Frenching the Badge

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 2, 2023 23:55


    Seth, Josh and Donald try their best on this one. The performance from the team merited a better pod, but we're on vacation, cut us some slack. They're not all gonna be bangers. We go again. COYBIG.

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    Galaxy Defenders

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 21, 2023 74:45


    Season 4. Donald, Josh and Daniel - back to save the universe. Topics hit include:Zim and Shaq in the World CupGiving the outgoing Dave Romney his dueThe Ake Loba situation somehow going from bad to worseThe club's transfer policy and ambitionsFafa Picault and New DaveFanbase mood entering the seasonThe Man in Black kit and release partyMLS and Apple TVListener QsNYCFC predictions Come on you boys in gold.

    3RD ANNUAL END OF SEASON SPECTACULAR

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 21, 2022 95:08


    In a remote corner of the metaverse, a veritable supergroup assembled in the virtual Paradise Pod studios to discuss the end of Nashville SC's regular season, their 1st round playoff exit, and how they'll remember the club's third year in MLS.John, Andy, Paul and the legend in his own time Chris Ivey joined Donald and Josh. Josh had some weird audio issues - either punishment for sins in a past life, or crimes against podcasting in this one. Nevertheless, they persisted. Topics hit include:The topsy-turvy end to the season with a deflating loss against Houston and a surprise 3 points at eventual champions LAFCGary's absence for the playoff match against the GalaxyTeam selection in that match - no Shaffelburg no party?A bittersweet MVP awardWhat opening Geodis Park meantWhere does it all feel like it's heading for next season?THE 3RD ANNUAL PARADISE POD HOLIDAY QUIZConfirmation we're moving back to the Eastern ConferenceHuntsville City FCFafa Picault, and what the club's other priorities in the transfer market should beThe gaht-dang World CupHappy Holidays you bastards. We go again in 2023. Up the 'yotes forever. Come on you boys in gold.

    Little Brother

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 11, 2022 33:09


    Seth, Andy, Josh and Donaldinho rip a quick pod after the Galaxy bring NSC's win streak to an end. Blockbuster matchups with lil bro Austin FC, return of the Joe, Shaffylad the absolute boy, and dreaming of a home playoff match at the 'dude. Up the damn coyotes. 

    The Prestige

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 30, 2022 67:45


    Boys in Gold are back, the pod is back. Simple as.

    Taylor Lewandowski

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 28, 2022 83:25


    Topics hit include, but are in no way limited to:Parking lot concerns and the ensuing drama before the Seattle matchThe Sounders aura… and shithouseryThe Gareth Bale ShowChicho Arango love-inRealistically assessing the strength of Nashville's squadTeal Bunbury's start in CincyGary Smith's press conferencesHow bad did Nashville SC miss on Brandon Vazquez?The Shaq Moore signing, and the impact he could haveQuick overview of the upcoming mostly-home stretch takes us out of this one. COYBIG.

    Swerdirdirdirdirskyyyyy

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 13, 2022 55:27


    Quick one for ya after getting our ass kicked in Charlotte. Had to bring in the mf Carolinas plug J-rod to discuss. He was more gracious in victory than I would have been. I was a little surprised by that ngl

    The Hokey Pokey

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 6, 2022 67:02


    Nashville SC bounced back from their first loss at home in ages to take down DC United on their patch, only to fall out of the US Open Cup in heartbreaking fashion and suffer a deflating draw at home against Portland. Donald is a little sad boi about it all.Topics hit include:Does form exist for Nashville SC?In which position would a signing help the most?Heartbreak in the cupPraise for Brian AnungaWhat is Nashville's best midfield duo?Bizarre officiatingWidespread Panicco and our GK decisions going forwardPK woes… but not as bad as last time!Three Chalupas for this stretchClub commentary on social issuesStar signings in MLS, and Nashville's chances at ever landing oneCharlotte preview takes us out on this one. Let's see what happens gang. COYBIG. Up the damn yotes.

    Diego Luna

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 21, 2022 56:31


    Nashville SC finally lost at home. Is it the end of the world? Probably. Much of a muchness in midfieldY u no Loba?Bizarre concession for SKC's openerUSMNT mainstays of yesteryearThe penalty that wasn't Three Chalupas, Nashville's failed World Cup 2026 bid, Listener Qs, and predictions for DC United and our upcoming US Open Cup quarterfinal against old Eastern conference rivals Orlando City. Please COYBIG.

    Concern for the Squirrel

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 14, 2022 58:27


    We had a lot to catch up on. Specifically:NSC 2 - 1 MontrealMuyl's momentWillis' woesNSC 2 - 2 ATLThe rain delaySapong's formLOU 1 - 2 NSCPanicco pulling the patented Jack Maher recalled-from-loan-straight-into-the-XIKeeping the USL rivalry aliveCOL 1 - 3 NSCHany back to last season's levelsHaakenson's contributionsNSC 0 - 0 SJSurprise absence of Dave RomneyJack Maher holding it down Three Chalupas, listener Q (singular), and predictions for SKC next weekend. Back like we never left. Nothin' to it but to do it baby. Shouts out the squirrel, hope ur doing alright

    Still Tiffin'

    Play Episode Listen Later May 17, 2022 66:48


    OG Josh and Don episode to discuss significant wins against Real Salt Lake and Atlanta United, before a real bummer of a match in Houston.Topics hit include:First win at Geodis ParkExcellent midfield play against Salt LakeRandall Leal's injurySet piece strateegeryA lot of Sapong talkThrilling comeback and win in extra time against Atlanta in the cupZUBAK SZN?!Frustration in Houston News, Qs, Montreal preview, and then we're out. Please Come On You Electric Yellow Coyotes.

    Empanadas

    Play Episode Listen Later May 5, 2022 53:37


    OG Josh and Don ep to unpack the breaking in of Nashville SC's new home.Gameday festivitiesThe walk down Rains Avenue to the stadiumEnergy in the standsEarly chances for both sidesMentality from the YotesA formidable foe in PhillyAlex MuylAndre Blake's heroics, damn near matched by Joe Willis'Uhre's openerRandall Leal's PKThe second handball call that wasn'tLoba's cameo30,000 ChalupasNew contracts for Hany and Invader Zim, and the latter's new DP statusListener Qs Hope we did the occasion justice. If we didn't, we get to try again next week - looking forward to it. COYBIG.

    Homecoming

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 28, 2022 35:35


    Josh and Don are ecstatic to discuss the thrilling Galaxy match in great detail, before talking about nothing else of any importance

    Hank n' Son

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 17, 2022 60:13


    Happy Easter - He is Risen and so is Hany! Seth and Andy return to the stu to recap a great win in Kansas City, and something of a let down against San Jose.Topic hit include, but are in no way limited to:Our continued PK woesWhat Alex Muyl brings to the RWB positionFirst goal for Handsome Dave since August 2020Dave Romney Long THROWEDHany's return to the scoresheetLouwba WatchFour ChalupasConcession prices at the ‘dudeParking concerns Listener Qs and predictions for our final match before homecoming take us out. It's almost here. COYBIG.

    The David Accam Chair of Fringe Player Studies

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 5, 2022 71:51


    Reunited with the mf TrillDawg aka The Vandy Whistler Enjoyer aka Chief Heater aka Confirmed 2x Sex-Haver aka Daniel. The dawgs are feeling right after sneaking out of Ohio with three points.Topics hit include:Positive performances from Brian Anunga and Taylor Washington in their first starts of the seasonSean Davis getting the armbandMuyl's game-winner and the importance of wingbacks chipping in with goalsAnibal Godoy as a sub when you're defending a lead is a cheat codeLooking towards May 1st already (sorry, can't be helped)The goal that was notThree ChalupasA little World Cup chat, listener Qs, and predictions for SKC take us out of yet another EXPLOSIVE episode. Up the Yotes! 

    Yoda Belichick

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 22, 2022 82:06


    Damn. Another L. The dawgs bring in Jonathan Slape to deliberate.Topics hit include:Midi-chloriansNashville's first change to the starting XI so far this seasonTeal Bunbury's full debutThe wingbacks, and how Dan Lovitz can help us from the LWB positionSquad buildingThe Dax McCarty red card incidentThree ChalupasPreviewing the final act of World Cup Qualifying for the USMNTListener Qs take us out of this one. Thanks as always to Slape for blessing the track. Listen to World of CONCACAF. Up the Yotes.

    Doors or Muyls

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 16, 2022 95:23


    Ben Wright is back in tha trap with Josh and Donald to break down Nashville SC's first loss of the season.Topics hit include:How Dallas got the better of NashvilleSame lineup and system - Is it time to diverge from NSC's tactics from these first three matches?Teal Bunbury's usage thus far and what it says about Gary Smith's ideas about his playersAre Dallas legit, or is Nashville continuing a previous trend of playing up and down to their competition?Frustrations around the Maher/Arriola penaltyAke Loba, Jack Maher, the goal that was scored shortly after they were subbed on, and their short term futures for the teamThree ChalupasThe Robert Castellanos loanGeodude ParkFantastic round of Qs and predictions for Real Salt Lake take us out. Always a pleasure to talk to Ben. COYBIG and up the mf yotes.

    XLS

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 8, 2022 54:07


    Sorry to say it's just Josh and Donald again. Don't worry, our long national nightmare will be over soon and an additional sultry voice will grace your ears before you know it. Believe.1-1 in Minnesota - did the 3 feet of standing water on the pitch by full time prevent this from being a win? Topics hit include:Godoy getting forwardThe DaxessainceComplaining about the conditions, and refereeing, in MinnesotaTalking about how we're not going to talk about set piece defendingRandall Leal as Nashville's 10A lack of Loba until lateGodoy becoming so angry with his teammate that he basically stops the matchThree Chalupas Qs take us out of this one and on to Dallas. The mf grizzy never stops. COYBIG.

    Smelling Salts

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 2, 2022 54:00


    Josh and Donald get tactical as hell breaking down Nashville SC's opening weekend upset in Seattle. Topics hit include:Initial thoughts upon seeing a surprising XIHow formation-based thinking will fail youSean Davis' performance on his debutWhat this system could mean for Randall LealWestern Conference confirmed easy as hell lolConfident substitutions from GaryGoaldoyDax McCarty reverse no-look nutmegThree Chalupas The dawgs bid a sincere farewell to Daniel Rios and discuss who on this roster can fill the void of handsomeness he leaves in his wake. Predictions for Minnesota on Saturday close this one out. Good to be back innit?

    S3 PRESZN POD

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 22, 2022 63:20


    A new dawn for Nashville SC. The pod is back, gazing upon the golden horizon.Topics hit include:Movie/TV recs from the offseasonThe Alistair Johnston transferShaq Moore and the club's RWB optionsExpectations for Randall LealWhat to expect from Sean DavisNew Home kits reviewedDonald demands we talk about clothes for 15 minutesAway game plansPredictions for the Seattle matchCOYBIGCOYBIGCOYBIGCOYBIGCOYBIGCOYBIG

    The Season Two Wrap-Up Pod

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 23, 2021 123:58


    OG Clásico Josh and Donald Episode to see out Season 2 of everyone's favorite prestige drama series, Nashville Soccer Club. Topics hit include, but are not limited to:Atmosphere for the home playoff gameGetting led on about Dave RomneyEric Miller at RWBPraise for Daryl DikeSapong-Mukhtar Counter Attacks Inc.A fitting send off for John Deere CaddiesUninspiring options from the benchTragedy from the penalty spotThe failure of zero Loba minutes in the playoffsNon-Hany Mukhtar MVPGoal of the SeasonFavorite MomentMost hated opponentSuperlatives2nd Annual Christmas quiz where YOU get your chance to DEFEAT THE DON (let us know how you fare)The dawgs begin looking towards next season and close out by discussing NSC's upcoming one-year stint in the Western Conference and the recently released 2022 schedule. Significant outgoings from the squad receive tribute, the Rodrigo Piñeiro situation gets assessed, and the new signings get speculated upon to a wild extent.We'll talk to ya again soon. Can't hardly wait.

    Playoff Pod

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 17, 2021 69:02


    It's the playoff pod. u already know what it is. Daniel, Josh and Donald get straight to biznessTopics hit include:The appropriate time to decorate for ChristmasThe prospect of squad turnover this winterIs the time gap between the regular season and playoffs a positive or a negative for the team?EmulsionIssues with a rotated back 3Bookending the season by conceding earlyHAAAANNNNNNyGrowth in in-stadium support from season's start to season's endHow big of a missed opportunity is losing out on 2nd?What the undefeated run at home meansThree Chalupas from the Red Bulls matchWhat kind of impact could Loba have in the playoffs?Shipping (Ben Wright) Up To BostonBad blood with Orlando stretching into the postseasonLineup and scoreline predictions for the 23rd…and some bonus USMNT talk takes us out.PLAYOFFS. COYBIG.

    Podcast 8C

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 4, 2021 73:26


    An episode of Paradise Pod for your ears to savor. Try it paired with a side of grilled vegetables, or preceded by a nice gazpacho soup.Topics of discussion include:The exchange of a precious giftWhat does it mean to be a league's most valuable player?Madness in CincyLoba's progressPotential playoff matchupsWinning off a reviewed callWhat Hany could do in the playoffsLeadersLil Conte talk, Three Chalupas, Qs and final matchday predictions take us out. Playoffs coming babyyy COYBIG

    Nashville Stew Club

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 7, 2021 118:43


    A long one to tide you over during the international break. Jonathan Slape and Ben Wright hop in the booth for the collab that's gonna set the streets on fire. The haters said it could never happen. The dawgs recap a late collapse at home against Orlando City, and a fiesty draw in New Jersey against NYCFC. Then we get into some HEATED debate about the yanks.Topics hit include: Watching matches from the press box, and how your gameday experience affects your viewingDefinitive Nashville pizza POWER RANKINGSThe XI against Orlando - our strongest at this point in the season?PK dramaThe difference Leal makesThe second penalty call in the Orlando match - soft?!Yup, set piece defendingStrange rotation for the NYCFC matchRivalry brewing between Nashville and NYCFC?Castellanos on Joe WillisGrowing concern over Ake Loba's limited minutesFour ChalupasUSMNT roster choicesExpectations for this round of World Cup qualifyingA big beautiful batch of listener Qs take us out on this one. Many thanks to Slape for coming back on, and shouts out to the young savage Ben for getting in the mix. COYBIG.

    High Horse

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 27, 2021 59:34


    Back at it. Fresh off an away match watchalong streaming experiment, Josh and Donald discuss a loss, win and draw against Toronto, Miami and Chicago respectively.Topics hit on include:PoutineMichael BradleyHello set piece defending, my old friendInter Fort WipeoutKicking the social media habitInvader Zim posterizing MatuidiAlistair Johnston pitching in going forwardWhat Jhonder Cádiz can offer for the rest of the seasonVarious midfield combinations Three Chalupas, a lil discussion of the Gold Mine, listener Qs, and previews of this week's matches take us out of from a Sunday chock full of mf CONTENT. coybig.

    Certified Lover Boys in Gold

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 14, 2021 83:24


    OG Clásico Josh and Donald episode. The dawgs have been crisscrossing the globe but had to get back in the damn stu to discuss back to back wins against NYCFC and Club du Fut du Montreal Hon Hon Hon Sacre Bleu.Topics hit include:Hany M(VP)ukhtarWhat is the proper amount of national media attention for Nashville SC?Lil scuffle against NYCFCDan Lovitz at right wing backTop MLS away game destinationsThree Chalupas After the break we unpack a roller coaster first 3 matches of World Cup qualifying for Greggg and the USMNT, during which our beautiful city of Nashville became central to some serious controversy. We A some Qs, look ahead to NSC's upcoming fixtures and then chuck the deuce.When you saw one set of footprints in the sand, that's when the pod was carrying you. COYBIG.

    Hot Atlanta

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 29, 2021 44:38


    Instant reaction recorded LIVE from the same room Kanye West finished Donda in at the Mercedes Benz Stadium. Atlanta was a blast. Shouts out our buddy Joe for jumping in on the fun. SOUTH'S BLUE AND GOLD BABAYYYYYYY

    Flustrated

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 26, 2021 65:01


    An OG Josh and Donald episode. The Dawgs are recovering from their various maladies, and convene to discuss an exuberant 5-2 win over DC United, and deflating 1-1 draw against Orlando.Topics:Tricky start against DC turns into an onslaughtPraise for the dynamic duo of Hany Mukhtar and CJ SapongAlex Muyl as off-the-bench assassinMore set piece frailtyFlustrating substitute selectionThree Chalupas, All-Star week festivities, News, Listener Qs, and a preview of El Ribereño take us out on this one. COYBIG. --------------------------Worthwhile reading Josh mentioned: https://theathletic.com/2773516/2021/08/17/inter-miami-beckham-mls/…and here's the Gentry Estes article for reference: https://www.tennessean.com/story/sports/nashvillesc/2021/08/12/nashville-sc-soccer-stadium-grow-local-interest-soccer-don-garber/5519211001/  

    Surprised Pikachu Face

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 9, 2021 80:15


    Nashville SC's series of road matches ends  with 2 points taken from an available 9, and the club's first loss in MLS against hated rivals and expansion counterparts Inter Miami. The dawgs recorded straight after the loss. Emotions were running high.Topics hit include:Sapong's steady scoringThe Cádiz conundrumThe Miller… moratorium? Sorry, should have quit while I was ahead on wordplayCastellanos' eventful debutDAVE ROMNEY LONG THROW GOALVarying opinions coming out of the Toronto DrawNew England as the worst performance, but best result of the week Predictions for the two upcoming home matches, USMNT and USWNT chat, Listener Qs, and a special poetry writing workshop close this one out. Please, COYBIG.

    Everything the Light Touches

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 27, 2021 80:18


    Seth, Josh and Donald recap a successful week for Nashville SC, with great results against two hated neighbors to the north in Ohio.Topics include:Gary's tactics in ColumbusRole players stepping in and stepping upThe Paradise Pod Parking Lot PartyThe varying takes of fans by social media platformSongs for playersNew favorite goal celebrationsCJ Sapong's all-around gameThree Chalupas (could have been a party pack)Gold Cup chit chat, Listener Qs, and predictions for Toronto close us out on this one. Let's get this road dub. COYBIG.

    Sharks

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 20, 2021 75:49


    We are gathered here today to celebrate one Hany Abubakr Mukhtar, and his virtuoso performance in a 5-1 drubbing of Chicago.Topics hit include:Goal by goal breakdown of Hany's hat trickAll time favorite sports momentsPraise for our local commentary teamThe beauty of direct free kicksJoe Willis' mustache, Dax's haircutBrian Anunga's celebrationThe special front 3 of Leal, Sapong, and Mukhtar, and how Aké Loba fits inListener Qs, Three (four?) Chalupas, some USMNT & Gold Cup talk, and predictions for the two next matches close us out. COYBIG!

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