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    4-0 Season Start

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 16, 2025 45:45


    Happy Hump Day! Bri recaps the March/April games and previews the upcoming match against Washington. There's also a special shoutout to the new Canadian league: Northern Super League! Please support them as they embark on their journey into Canadian history! Here are the links to their X account and Instagram:https://x.com/NorthernSuperLghttps://www.instagram.com/northernsuperleague/If you want us to answer your questions, tweet them to us using the hashtag #AskThePulse and we will answer them. Follow us on Twitter @PurplePulsePod, Bri's Twitter is @BriLeBlanc5 and Luis is @RadioactivClown. Email the podcast at PurplePulsePod@gmail.com. Like what you hear, subscribe anywhere you get your podcasts, rate the show and leave us a review. Tell a friend. Thanks for listening!

    Loyalty that is Unconditional

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 25, 2024 32:37


    Merry Christmas! On this special episode, Bri talks about Pride fan experiences at the NWSL final and how fanbases need more love. Special thanks to everyone who participated with their stories!If you want us to answer your questions, tweet them to us using the hashtag #AskThePulse and we will answer them. Follow us on Twitter @PurplePulsePod, Bri's Twitter is @BriLeBlanc5 and Luis is @RadioactivClown. Email the podcast at PurplePulsePod@gmail.com. Like what you hear, subscribe anywhere you get your podcasts, rate the show and leave us a review. Tell a friend. Thanks for listening!

    Do You See Us Now

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 30, 2024 27:36


    HEY EVERYBODY! WE ARE THE NWSL CHAMPS! WEEEEEEEEEEE AREEEEEEEEE THEEEEEEEEEE CHAMPIONSSSSSSSSSSSSS!!!Bri recaps the final that will live in history for the city of Orlando!  If you want us to answer your questions, tweet them to us using the hashtag #AskThePulse and we will answer them. Follow us on Twitter @PurplePulsePod, Bri's Twitter is @BriLeBlanc5 and Luis is @RadioactivClown. Email the podcast at PurplePulsePod@gmail.com. Like what you hear, subscribe anywhere you get your podcasts, rate the show and leave us a review. Tell a friend. Thanks for listening!

    It All Comes Down To This

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 23, 2024 79:43


    Hey everybody! We're back with a new episode! Bri recaps the rest of September, October and November games, plus the playoff wins and previews the final against the Washington Spirit!  If you want us to answer your questions, tweet them to us using the hashtag #AskThePulse and we will answer them. Follow us on Twitter @PurplePulsePod, Bri's Twitter is @BriLeBlanc5 and Luis is @RadioactivClown. Email the podcast at PurplePulsePod@gmail.com. Like what you hear, subscribe anywhere you get your podcasts, rate the show and leave us a review. Tell a friend. Thanks for listening!

    Rematch Day

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 13, 2024 28:53


    Hey everybody! We're back with a new episode! Bri recaps the Chicago game and then previews the revenge rematch of the season - facing KC on Friday the 13th. If you want us to answer your questions, tweet them to us using the hashtag #AskThePulse and we will answer them. Follow us on Twitter @PurplePulsePod, Bri's Twitter is @BriLeBlanc5 and Luis is @RadioactivClown. Email the podcast at PurplePulsePod@gmail.com. Like what you hear, subscribe anywhere you get your podcasts, rate the show and leave us a review. Tell a friend. Thanks for listening!

    Making The Playoffs

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 8, 2024 24:07


    Hey everybody! We're back with a shorter episode with a lot of Orlando news cover. Bri talks making the playoffs, recaps the Gotham game and previews the Chicago game. If you want us to answer your questions, tweet them to us using the hashtag #AskThePulse and we will answer them. Follow us on Twitter @PurplePulsePod, Bri's Twitter is @BriLeBlanc5 and Luis is @RadioactivClown. Email the podcast at PurplePulsePod@gmail.com. Like what you hear, subscribe anywhere you get your podcasts, rate the show and leave us a review. Tell a friend. Thanks for listening!

    Summer Recap Episode

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 1, 2024 32:02


    Hey everybody! We're back with another episode! The summer months are just about behind and we're heading into the do-or-die half of the NWSL season as it's a race to the playoffs. Bri recaps the KC and Houston games, the Olympic games the featured Pride players and previews the game against Gotham. If you want us to answer your questions, tweet them to us using the hashtag #AskThePulse and we will answer them. Follow us on Twitter @PurplePulsePod, Bri's Twitter is @BriLeBlanc5 and Luis is @RadioactivClown. Email the podcast at PurplePulsePod@gmail.com. Like what you hear, subscribe anywhere you get your podcasts, rate the show and leave us a review. Tell a friend. Thanks for listening!

    The Big May and June Show: Climb to the Top

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 6, 2024 80:28


    Hey everybody! We're back with a jam packed show. Bri recaps the May and June games as well as gives her thoughts on everything happening with San Diego and Utah. Bri also talks about the upcoming showdown against Kansas City and how she thinks the team will fare in their journey to the top.If you want us to answer your questions, tweet them to us using the hashtag #AskThePulse and we will answer them. Follow us on Twitter @PurplePulsePod, Bri's Twitter is @BriLeBlanc5 and Luis is @RadioactivClown. Email the podcast at PurplePulsePod@gmail.com. Like what you hear, subscribe anywhere you get your podcasts, rate the show and leave us a review. Tell a friend. Thanks for listening!

    April Games Recap

    Play Episode Listen Later May 8, 2024 27:53


    Hey everybody! It's a little past April but here we are! Bri is still solo and she covers the April games including THAT Washington Spirit one. Super loud warning noise at 5:08, she screamed into the mic. The audio you hear is from the official NWSL Youtube channel and Attacking Third: Soccer Highlights and Commentary. 

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    The March Games

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 12, 2024 32:21


    Hey everybody! Bri is solo (for the time being) and is back with a recap of the first 3 games of the season and thoughts on how the team is looking so far with three draws.To wrap up the show, she previews the match against the newly returned Utah Royals. A draw is fine but a win is even better!If you want us to answer your questions, tweet them to us using the hashtag #AskThePulse and we will answer them. Follow us on Twitter @PurplePulsePod, Bri's Twitter is @BriLeBlanc5 and Luis is @RadioactivClown. Email the podcast at PurplePulsePod@gmail.com. Like what you hear, subscribe anywhere you get your podcasts, rate the show and leave us a review. Tell a friend. Thanks for listening!

    Post Draft Show - Here's the Line

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 23, 2024 56:47


    Hey everybody! Bri and Luis are back to talk all things Orlando Pride. On this show, we recap everything that's been going on in January leading into the NWSL draft. Speaking of the draft, the Pride have four more players that we discuss. Did Orlando address those positions of need? The team is taking shape. We also bid farewell to Erika Tymrak. Lastly, we end the show with Marta talk and our final thoughs going into the preseason.If you want us to answer your questions, tweet them to us using the hashtag #AskThePulse and we will answer them. Follow us on Twitter @PurplePulsePod, Bri's Twitter is @BriLeBlanc5 and Luis is @RadioactivClown. Email the podcast at PurplePulsePod@gmail.com. Like what you hear, subscribe anywhere you get your podcasts, rate the show and leave us a review. Tell a friend. Thanks for listening!

    2023 Offseason - Don't Start Sucking

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 13, 2024 65:49


    Hey everybody! Bri and Luis are back with our off-season episode. On this show, we recap all the moves the Pride have done in 2023 leading up to the NWSL draft. The team was active making moves and dodging the expansion draft. We also cover the player signings for the Pride from familiar friends to new faces. We'll be back in January after the draft to talk more about the team. If you want us to answer your questions, tweet them to us using the hashtag #AskThePulse and we will answer them. Follow us on Twitter @PurplePulsePod, Bri's Twitter is @BriLeBlanc5 and Luis is @RadioactivClown. Email the podcast at PurplePulsePod@gmail.com. Like what you hear, subscribe anywhere you get your podcasts, rate the show and leave us a review. Tell a friend. Thanks for listening!

    The Reality Sets In

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 28, 2023 59:03


    Hey everybody! Bri is back this week and along with Luis take a look back to the double match week. Predictions were made correctly and feelings are shared. Also on the show, we talk PRO referees as the organization put up an article about the VAR decision against Gotham, admitting it was not clear and obvious so shouldn't have been reviewed by VAR. Here's the link to that: https://proreferees.com/2023/04/22/2023-the-definitive-angle-nwsl-week-3/ To wrap up the show, we preview the match against the San Diego Wave. Even though the Pride have a good record against the Wave, Bri and Luis don't pick a win. Finally we get our first questions via email that we answer. Thanks for that KC!If you want us to answer your questions, tweet them to us using the hashtag #AskThePulse and we will answer them. Follow us on Twitter @PurplePulsePod, Bri's Twitter is @BriLeBlanc5 and Luis is @RadioactivClown. Email the podcast at PurplePulsePod@gmail.com. Like what you hear, subscribe anywhere you get your podcasts, rate the show and leave us a review. Tell a friend. Thanks for listening!

    The One Without Bri

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 19, 2023 35:29


    Hey everybody! We are back for double match week. But first, it's just Luis in the episode. Bri took a break to recover from the heartbreak of back to back losses. On this show, Luis covers the home loss to Gotham, how injuries and VAR played a factor in the result, the club announcement of the “Orlando Soccer Insider” on FOX35 Plus, Julie Doyle's injury and Maliah Morris signing with the team as an injury replacement player. Finally, Luis gives his thoughts and predictions on the NC Courage Challenge Cup match and KC Current regular season showdown.If you want us to answer your questions, tweet them to us using the hashtag #AskThePulse and we will answer them. Follow us on Twitter @PurplePulsePod, Bri's Twitter is @BriLeBlanc5 and Luis is @RadioactivClown. Email the podcast at PurplePulsePod@gmail.com. Like what you hear, subscribe anywhere you get your podcasts, rate the show and leave us a review. Tell a friend. Thanks for listening!

    Pride Rising Over Gotham

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 14, 2023 49:10


    Hey everybody! Bri and Luis are back as the Orlando Pride take on NJ/NY Gotham FC Before we even start talking about our team in purple, Bri and Luis talk about which team Julie Ertz will sign with in the NWSL. We wouldn't talk about the ref from the Angel City match, but PRO put out a video explaining the decision to one of the PK calls against the Pride. There was ranting and swearing. Here's the link on YouTube: https://youtu.be/7rXy16Wr2H8?t=390 We talk a bit about Leah Pruitt announcing her retirement while looking back at the trade that brought her to Orlando and Thais Reiss signing with the team for a one-year deal. Oh and she takes up an international spot. Finally, Bri andI talk about the Gotham match and give our thoughts on what the Pride will need to do to get a result. As always, predictions were made.If you want us to answer your questions, tweet them to us using the hashtag #AskThePulse and we will answer them. Follow us on Twitter @PurplePulsePod, Bri's Twitter is @BriLeBlanc5 and Luis is @RadioactivClown. Email the podcast at PurplePulsePod@gmail.com. Like what you hear, subscribe anywhere you get your podcasts, rate the show and leave us a review. Tell a friend. Thanks for listening!

    The Refs Have Been Against Us

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 8, 2023 72:32


    Hey everybody! Bri and Luis are back as the Orlando Pride dropped a heartbreaking match at home losing to Angel City FC on the last real play of the game 1-2. We chat about the performance and give our feelings about the officiating in this match. We talk a bit about signing Canadian forward Amanda Allen. Finally, Bri talks to Gary from the Soccer Over Gotham podcast. Next show we will dive into the next Orlando Pride match where Gotham comes to town.If you want us to answer your questions, tweet them to us using the hashtag #AskThePulse and we will answer them. Follow us on Twitter @PurplePulsePod, Bri's Twitter is @BriLeBlanc5 and Luis is @RadioactivClown. Email the podcast at PurplePulsePod@gmail.com. Like what you hear, subscribe anywhere you get your podcasts, rate the show and leave us a review. Thanks for listening!

    Portlandia Is Not Our Jam

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 1, 2023 54:26


    Hey everybody! We are back as the Orlando Pride went to Portland and let's just say that didn't work out very well. We chat about the 4-0 loss and give our feelings about things that happened during the first game of the season. We also speculate on the trade for an international spot and talk a bit about signing Tori Hansen and Bri Martinez. Finally, we talk about our week two matchup against Angel City at home and give our predictions.If you want us to answer your questions, tweet them to us using the hashtag #AskThePulse and we will answer them. Follow us on Twitter @PurplePulsePod, Bri's Twitter is @BriLeBlanc5 and Luis is @RadioactivClown. Email the podcast at PurplePulsePod@gmail.com. Like what you hear, subscribe anywhere you get your podcasts, rate the show and leave us a review.

    The Purple Canvas

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 24, 2023 82:23


    Hey everybody! We are back as the Orlando Pride are set to start the new season on the road in Portland. We first talked about our preseason thoughts as the Pride ended up going undefeated this year and our player signings. The second part of the show is we focus on our opening day roster where we break down each line and give our takes on some of the players. Predictions were made. We will then talk about our new Queen of the Road home kit and Bri takes time to compare it to some of the other kits in the league. Let's just say we don't like the one for the Thorns. Finally, we talk about our week one matchup against the Thorns and give our predictions.Thanks for sticking with us. If you want us to answer your questions, tweet them to us using the hashtag #AskThePulse and we will answer them. Follow us on Twitter @PurplePulsePod, Bri's Twitter is @BriLeBlanc5 and Luis is @RadioactivClown. Email the podcast at PurplePulsePod@gmail.com. We are a part of BacklineSoccer.com. Like what you hear, subscribe anywhere you get your podcasts, rate the show and leave us a review.

    The Long Delayed Start of Preseason Jackie Maynard Sequel

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 3, 2023 110:56


    Hey everybody! Sorry for the long delay. We had some technical issues with this show. In the second half, during the interview Bri's audio disappears, and we weren't able to get it back after a few attempts. On this show, we talk about the beginning part of the Orlando Pride preseason, talk about the roster and the news for the team. The second half of the show is the long awaited Jackie Maynard sequel where she comes back and talks to us about her job, things with the new ownership and a lot more. We'll be back real soon to catch up on the preseason. Thanks for sticking with us. If you want us to answer your questions, tweet them to us using the hashtag #AskThePulse and we will answer them. Follow us on Twitter @PurplePulsePod, Bri's Twitter is @BriLeBlanc5 and Luis is @RadioactivClown. Email the podcast at PurplePulsePod@gmail.com. Read our stuff at BacklineSoccer.com Like what you hear, subscribe anywhere you get your podcasts, rate the show and leave us a review.

    We Ended Up Drafting Some Forwards

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 19, 2023 53:26


    Hey everybody! Bri and Luis are back to talk about the Orlando Pride off-season. On this show, we talk about Meggie Dougherty Howard signing with the San Diego Wave. Hate to see her go and we talk through our thoughts. We spend the rest of the show giving our impressions on the way the Pride handled the 2023 NWSL draft. From seeing who was a part of the draft day table to nailing each pick, we are happy with the first draft with Seb Hines as the head coach. Finally we vent about all the allocation money Orlando has collected as we wait to see what the team does with that much cash. If you want us to answer your questions, tweet them to us using the hashtag #AskThePulse and we will answer them. Follow us on Twitter @PurplePulsePod, Bri's Twitter is @BriLeBlanc5 and Luis is @RadioactivClown. Email the podcast at PurplePulsePod@gmail.com. Read our stuff at BacklineSoccer.com Like what you hear, subscribe anywhere you get your podcasts, rate the show and leave us a review.

    We Don't Need To Draft A Forward

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 12, 2023 56:53


    Hey everybody! Bri and Luis are back with another off-season episode. On this show, we give chat about Marta re-signing with the Pride. We also talk about the huge NWSL trade that saw Orlando send Gotham the second pick in this year's draft for a huge pile of cash and a 4th round pick next year. Who the heck is making the trade? We also cover the players and positions we need to target for the 2023 NWSL draft. Other than Seb Hines, who is making these decisions? If you want us to answer your questions, tweet them to us using the hashtag #AskThePulse and we will answer them. Follow us on Twitter @PurplePulsePod, Bri's Twitter is @BriLeBlanc5 and Luis is @RadioactivClown. Email the podcast at PurplePulsePod@gmail.com.Read our stuff at BacklineSoccer.com Like what you hear, subscribe anywhere you get your podcasts, rate the show and leave us a review.

    The 2022 Off-Season So Far

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 17, 2022 49:31


    Hey everybody! Bri and Luis are back with our off-season episode. On this show, we give our thoughts on the headmaster, Seb Hines, being made the permanent head coach of the team. We also find out that Ian Fleming is no longer a part of the Orlando Pride. Is that going to be a problem? What's going to happen to the roster, free agents and the upcoming draft? We also cover the player signings for the Pride to-date, and give our wishlist on other players the team could add. If you want us to answer your questions, tweet them to us using the hashtag #AskThePulse and we will answer them.Follow us on Twitter @PurplePulsePod, Bri's Twitter is @BriLeBlanc5 and Luis is @RadioactivClown. Read our stuff at BacklineSoccer.com Like what you hear, subscribe anywhere you get your podcasts, rate the show and leave us a review. Outro Song: PSY - 'That That (prod. & feat. SUGA of BTS)

    So We Need A New Coach Now

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 15, 2022 81:35


    Hey everybody! Bri and Luis are back again with a new episode. On this show, we give our thoughts on the 2022 Pride season. We also dive more into the coaching situation now that the investigation findings have been released and the NWSL terminated the contracts for Amanda Cromwell and Sam Green. We also try to figure out the difference with the team culture versus squad mentality, and we come up with a names for possible coaching candidates. Ian, we're here to help!If you want us to answer your questions, tweet them to us using the hashtag #AskThePulse and we will answer them.Follow us on Twitter @PurplePulsePod, Bri's Twitter is @BriLeBlanc5 and Luis is @RadioactivClown. Read our stuff at BacklineSoccer.com Like what you hear, subscribe anywhere you get your podcasts, rate the show and leave us a review. New Outro Song: PSY - 'That That (prod. & feat. SUGA of BTS)

    Turning the Page

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 19, 2022 63:52


    Hey everybody! Luis and Bri are back with a new episode. We talk about the not great game against Chicago and talk about the upcoming Portland game. We also dive more into the coaching situation and what happened with Amy Turner. This episode has more explicit language than we normally use, so listener discretion is definitely advised.If you want us to answer your questions, tweet them to us using the hashtag #AskThePulse and we will answer them.Follow us on Twitter @PurplePulsePod, Bri's Twitter is @BriLeBlanc5 and Luis is @RadioactivClown. Read our stuff at BacklineSoccer.com Like what you hear, subscribe anywhere you get your podcasts, rate the show and leave us a review. New Outro Song: PSY - 'That That (prod. & feat. SUGA of BTS)

    Playing Out of the Back

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 12, 2022 51:34


    Hey everybody! Luis and Bri are back with a new episode. We talk about the not great game against Houston and losing the Space Race. The Pride take on Chicago and we preview that game. We also dive into the coaching situation and give our thoughts.If you want us to answer your questions, tweet them to us using the hashtag #AskThePulse and we will answer them.Follow us on Twitter @PurplePulsePod, Bri's Twitter is @BriLeBlanc5 and Luis is @RadioactivClown. Read our stuff at BacklineSoccer.com Like what you hear, subscribe anywhere you get your podcasts, rate the show and leave us a review. New Outro Song: PSY - 'That That (prod. & feat. SUGA of BTS)

    No Quit on Pride Night

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 3, 2022 32:16


    Hey everybody! Luis and Bri are back with a new episode. We talk about the wild game against Washington, how it felt to survive by the skin of our teeth. The Pride take on Houston and what's at stake going into this game.If you want us to answer your questions, tweet them to us using the hashtag #AskThePulse and we will answer them.Follow us on Twitter @PurplePulsePod, Bri's Twitter is @BriLeBlanc5 and Luis is @RadioactivClown. Read our stuff at BacklineSoccer.com Like what you hear, subscribe anywhere you get your podcasts, rate the show and leave us a review. New Outro Song: PSY - 'That That (prod. & feat. SUGA of BTS)

    Under Pressure

    Play Episode Listen Later May 27, 2022 28:59


    Hey everybody! Luis and Bri are back with a new episode. We talk about the two game week against North Carolina, how it felt to win that one and of the course the game against Chicago, which we didn't win. The Pride take on the reigning champs Washington Spirit this weekend and what's at stake going into this gameIf you want us to answer your questions, tweet them to us using the hashtag #AskThePulse and we will answer them.Follow us on Twitter @PurplePulsePod, Bri's Twitter is @BriLeBlanc5 and Luis is @RadioactivClown. Read our stuff at BacklineSoccer.com Like what you hear, subscribe anywhere you get your podcasts, rate the show and leave us a review. New Outro Song: PSY - 'That That (prod. & feat. SUGA of BTS)'

    Short but Sweet

    Play Episode Listen Later May 1, 2022 28:41


    It's been a hot minute, so here's a short recap on what's been going on with the Pride. Bri and Luis will back after the home opener!

    The Jackie Maynard Episode

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 7, 2022 124:21


    Hey everybody! Luis and Bri are back and this week we have a special guest, director of communications for the Orlando Pride, Jackie Maynard. She takes the time to talk to us about her job and answers our questions. Plus we cover the rest of the Pride news and preseason roster. If you want us to answer your questions, tweet them to us using the hashtag #AskThePulse and we will answer them.Follow us on Twitter @PurplePulsePod, Bri's Twitter is @BriLeBlanc5 and Luis is @RadioactivClown. Read our stuff at BacklineSoccer.com Like what you hear? Then subscribe anywhere you get your podcasts, tell your friends about us. Also rate the show and leave us a review.

    The Clean Slate Protocol

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 31, 2022 54:23


    Hey everybody! Luis and Bri are back to cover everything that's been having in the offseason for the Pride since the last show. We start off by talking Spice World as a sponsor then move on to talk about some more Orlando signings and a couple of departures, but the roster is coming along to where we can see how it's starting to come together. Ian Fleming is putting in the hours getting Coach Amanda Cromwell her version of the Avengers. If you want us to answer your questions, tweet them to us using the hashtag #AskThePulse and we will answer them.Follow us on Twitter @PurplePulsePod, Bri's Twitter is @BriLeBlanc5 and Luis is @RadioactivClown. Read our stuff at BacklineSoccer.com Like what you hear? Then subscribe anywhere you get your podcasts, tell your friends about us. Also rate the show and leave us a review.

    Departures Not Arrivals

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 24, 2022 69:02


    Hey everybody! Luis and Bri are back to cover everything that's been going on in the offseason for the Pride. Orlando traded for Darian Jenkins, but traded away the rights to Taylor Kornieck and the rights to Emily van Egmond. Also most of the coaching staff was announced and that got a lot of attention. Finally, we discuss the chance that the players don't report to preseason camp if there isn't a CBA in place by the start of camps. Thanks for our one listener question this week, and if you want us to answer your questions, tweet them to us using the hashtag #AskThePulse and we will answer them.Follow us on Twitter @PurplePulsePod, Bri's Twitter is @BriLeBlanc5 and Luis is @RadioactivClown. Read our stuff at BacklineSoccer.com Like what you hear? Then subscribe anywhere you get your podcasts, tell your friends about us. Also rate the show and leave us a review.

    Happy New Year

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 14, 2022 101:48


    Hey everybody! Luis and Bri are back to start the new year and this week we cover everything that's been going on in the offseason for the Pride. Let's the link to the Julie Doyle highlight video we talk about: https://youtu.be/WG28lR6wOvk No listener questions this week, but if you want us to answer your questions, tweet them to us using the hashtag #AskThePulse and we will answer them.Follow us on Twitter @PurplePulsePod, Bri's Twitter is @BriLeBlanc5 and Luis is @RadioactivClown. Read our stuff at BacklineSoccer.com Like what you hear? Then subscribe anywhere you get your podcasts, tell your friends about us. Also rate the show and leave us a review.

    Depends on Our Salty Mood

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 14, 2021 77:19


    Hey everybody! Luis and Bri are back and this week we reflect a bit more on how the league has responded to everything that came out from last week. There is now a new executive committee and Amanda Duffy is on it. After we give our thoughts on this, we cover the loss against NJ/NY Gotham FC and discuss the game plan from Coach Becky that we saw. We preview the two upcoming match against the Chicago Red Stars and Racing Louisville, as the Pride's playoff hopes are starting to dim. No listener questions this week, but if you want us to answer your questions, tweet them to us using the hashtag #AskThePulse and we will answer them.Follow us on Twitter @PurplePulsePod, Bri's Twitter is @BriLeBlanc5 and Luis is @RadioactivClown. Read our stuff at BacklineSoccer.com Like what you hear? Then subscribe anywhere you get your podcasts, tell your friends about us. Also rate the show and leave us a review.

    We Believe Sinead Farrelly, Mana Shim and Kaiya McCullough

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 4, 2021 60:37


    Hey everybody, this is one of the most serious episodes Luis and Bri have done. We decided as a duo and fans to address The Athletic story, what was discovered, was reported and all the consequences that have followed so far.Neither of us are experts on this subject; we just needed to talk it out. TRIGGER WARNING We do talk about sexual abuse and sexual harassment. If you don't want to listen, you can skip from 7:03-12:27. There will be two verbals warnings in the show as well.If you want us to answer your questions, tweet them to us using the hashtag #AskThePulse and we will answer them.Follow us on Twitter @PurplePulsePod, Bri's Twitter is @BriLeBlanc5 and Luis is @RadioactivClown. Read our stuff at BacklineSoccer.com.Take care of yourselves, guys. We love you :purple_heart:

    Because We're Poor, Kenny

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 26, 2021 101:30


    Hey everybody! Luis and Bri are back with a new episode. We talk about the game against Racing and how it felt to get a win at home. The Pride visit the PNW, where the rubber meets the road against OL Reign. Special guest appearance by Allison Cary (@FindingAllison) If you want us to answer your questions, tweet them to us using the hashtag #AskThePulse and we will answer them.Follow us on Twitter @PurplePulsePod, Bri's Twitter is @BriLeBlanc5 and Luis is @RadioactivClown. Read our stuff at BacklineSoccer.com Like what you hear, subscribe anywhere you get your podcasts, rate the show and leave us a review.

    Butt Crack of Dawn

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 11, 2021 70:59


    Hey everybody! Luis and Bri are back with a new episode. We talk about the game against Houston and how it felt to get a point. The Pride visit Racing Louisville this weekend and what's at stake going into this game.If you want us to answer your questions, tweet them to us using the hashtag #AskThePulse and we will answer them.Follow us on Twitter @PurplePulsePod, Bri's Twitter is @BriLeBlanc5 and Luis is @RadioactivClown. Read our stuff at BacklineSoccer.com Like what you hear, subscribe anywhere you get your podcasts, rate the show and leave us a review.

    The Big Texan Episode

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 5, 2021 67:01


    Hey everybody! Luis and Bri are back and this week we are joined by co-host of Actually The Dash and Dashing to the Races, Hayley Snider on the show. We cover the win against NJ/NY Gotham FC and discuss the changes Coach Becky has done to this roster compared to Coach Skinner. We preview the upcoming Houston Dash match, and we go down a rabbit hole or two along the way. Hope you enjoy this one, as it was a lot of fun. No listener questions this week, but if you want us to answer your questions, tweet them to us using the hashtag #AskThePulse and we will answer them.Follow us on Twitter @PurplePulsePod, Bri's Twitter is @BriLeBlanc5 and Luis is @RadioactivClown. Hayley's Twitter is @HayleySnider2 and her shows are @DashActually and @DashToTheRaces. Read our stuff at BacklineSoccer.com Like what you hear? Then subscribe anywhere you get your podcasts, tell your friends about us. Also rate the show and leave us a review.

    Flaming Hot Garbage

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 29, 2021 77:20


    Hey everybody! Luis and Bri are back with a new episode. We talk about the game against Washington and went wrong. The Pride visit Gotham FC this weekend and we were fortunate enough to get a chance to talk Adrienne from Gotham Rising about the coaching drama and preview this must win game for BOTH teams.If you want us to answer your questions, tweet them to us using the hashtag #AskThePulse and we will answer them.Follow us on Twitter @PurplePulsePod, Bri's Twitter is @BriLeBlanc5 and Luis is @RadioactivClown. Read our stuff at BacklineSoccer.com Like what you hear, subscribe anywhere you get your podcasts, rate the show and leave us a review.

    Return of the Jedi

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 18, 2021 72:03


    Hey everybody! Bri and Luis are back (sorry for the break) and we have a win! We talk about the game against Chicago, preview Portland and answer questions.You guys can find us at BacklineSoccer.com and at our respective social media accounts and be sure to follow us at @PurplePlusePod on Twitter. Remember if you like what you hear, subscribe to wherever you get your podcasts, rate the show and leave us a review.

    Maybe Don't Bend Over

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 4, 2021 77:38


    Hey everybody! Luis is back on this show after missing the last one and we discuss the Pride lose to Houston. Team rotation is a thing Bri and Luis get into. We preview the upcoming North Carolina Courage match, and we go down a rabbit hole or two along the way, including talk about the Pride signing Amy Turner. Hope you enjoy this one. No listener questions this week, but if you want us to answer your questions, tweet them to us using the hashtag #AskThePulse and we will answer them.Follow us on Twitter @PurplePulsePod, Bri's Twitter is @BriLeBlanc5 and Luis is @RadioactivClown. Sound Engineer: Arpita Venkatesh. Read our stuff at BacklineSoccer.com Like what you hear, subscribe anywhere you get your podcasts, rate the show and leave us a review.

    Loveable Assholes

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 26, 2021 155:32


    Hey everybody! Bri was solo this week, and what a wild couple of games! The Pride hosted Gotham FC and Visited Kansas City on a random Wednesday. I was lucky enough to get to recap the Gotham game with the dynamic duo of Grace and Adrienne from Gotham Rising, plus special guest RJ Allen! I also had the pleasure of previewing the upcoming Houston game with Haley from Actually, The Dash. Shoutout to The English Lion with a great listener questions this week. If you want us to answer your questions, tweet them to us using the hashtag #AskThePulse and we will answer them.Follow us on Twitter @PurplePulsePod, Bri's Twitter is @BriLeBlanc5 and Luis is @RadioactivClown. Sound Engineer: Arpita Venkatesh. Read our stuff at BacklineSoccer.com Like what you hear, subscribe anywhere you get your podcasts, rate the show and leave us a review.

    We Called It

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 6, 2021 72:06


    Hey everybody! Bri and Luis are back, and our predictions about the Pride's winning ways came true! The Pride hosted Portland and Kansas City taking away all the points. We recap those wins and follow it up with predictions for the Washington Spirit. No listener questions this week, but if you want us to answer your questions, tweet them to us using the hashtag #AskThePulse and we will answer them.Follow us on Twitter @PurplePulsePod, Bri's Twitter is @BriLeBlanc5 and Luis is @RadioactivClown. Sound Engineer: Arpita Venkatesh. Read our stuff at BacklineSoccer.com Like what you hear, subscribe anywhere you get your podcasts, rate the show and leave us a review.

    Let the Oven Do Its Thing

    Play Episode Listen Later May 26, 2021 73:25


    Hey everybody! Bri and Luis are back, and this time we're going to talk about a win! The Pride went to North Carolina and came home with three points. We recap the goals and key moments of the match. Then there's Portland talk as the Thorns come to Orlando on Wednesday and preview the weekend match against Kansas City. Predictions were made. Also we get to answer a couple of listener questions! If you want us to answer your questions, tweet them to us using the hashtag #AskThePulse and we will answer them.Follow us on Twitter @PurplePulsePod, Bri's Twitter is @BriLeBlanc5 and Luis is @RadioactivClown. Sound Engineer: Arpita Venkatesh. Read our stuff at BacklineSoccer.com Like what you hear, subscribe anywhere you get your podcasts, rate the show and leave us a review.

    A Cog Was Loose

    Play Episode Listen Later May 22, 2021 64:27


    Hey everybody! Bri and Luis are back talking looking at the Orlando Pride season opener. We quickly cover the draw against the Washington Spirit, and we do also preview the first regular season road match against the North Carolina Courage, giving our keys to the match, and predictions. We touch on the Pride staff and support. Also if you want to ask us any questions, tweet them to us using the hashtag #AskThePulse and we will answer them. We want to hear from you.Follow us on Twitter @PurplePulsePod, Bri's Twitter is @BriLeBlanc5 and Luis is @RadioactivClown. Read our stuff at BacklineSoccer.com Like what you hear, subscribe anywhere you get your podcasts, rate the show and leave us a review.

    Dawn of a New Season

    Play Episode Listen Later May 16, 2021 75:34


    Hey everybody! Bri and Luis are back talking about how the Orlando Pride did for the Challenge Cup. We quickly cover the draw against the North Carolina Courage, and touch on some other news. Then we get into some of the issues concerning the NWSL findings against the Houston Dash and USWNT players standing for the national anthem. We do also cover the first regular season match against the Washington Spirit, giving our keys to the match, and score prediction. Also if you want to ask us any questions, tweet them to us using the hashtag #AskThePulse and we will answer them. We want to hear from you.Follow us on Twitter @PurplePulsePod, Bri's Twitter is @BriLeBlanc5 and Luis is @RadioactivClown. Read our stuff at BacklineSoccer.com Like what you hear, subscribe anywhere you get your podcasts, rate the show and leave us a review.

    The One We Talk About Olivia Moultrie, Portland and the NWSL Lawsuit

    Play Episode Listen Later May 7, 2021 29:29


    Hey everybody! Bri and Luis are back, and this time we're going to do something a little different. We want to share a short chat we had on the NWSL lawsuit brought by Olivia Moultrie. There's more Portland talk than Pride talk, but we feel like this was important enough to put out a show. We'll be back next week to talk all about the Pride, we promise. If you want to ask us any questions, tweet them to us using the hashtag #AskThePulse and we will answer them.Follow us on Twitter @PurplePulsePod, Bri's Twitter is @BriLeBlanc5 and Luis is @RadioactivClown. Sound Engineer: Arpita Venkatesh. Read our stuff at BacklineSoccer.com Like what you hear, subscribe anywhere you get your podcasts, rate the show and leave us a review.

    Expectations vs Reality

    Play Episode Listen Later May 1, 2021 119:20


    Hey everybody! Bri and Luis are back to recap the latest Orlando Pride Challenge Cup match. We discuss the win against the Washington Spirit, and break down some of the key moments in the match. The Pride hadn't won in 609 days, so the win felt so good. We then look ahead to the match on against the North Carolina Courage. Plus we break down the regular season schedule and predict the Pride record based on the schedule. And if you want to ask us any questions, tweet them to us using the hashtag #AskThePulse and we will answer them.Follow us on Twitter @PurplePulsePod, Bri's Twitter is @BriLeBlanc5 and Luis is @RadioactivClown. Read our stuff at BacklineSoccer.com Like what you hear, subscribe anywhere you get your podcasts, rate the show and leave us a review.

    The Dark Knight

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 21, 2021 46:54


    Hey everybody! Bri and Luis are back to recap the latest Orlando Pride Challenge Cup match. We discuss the loss against the newly minted NJ/NY Gotham FC, and break down some of the key plays in the match. The Pride failed to score, and we talk about Gotham was able to come to the City Beautiful and get the win. We then look forward to the match on Wednesday against the Washington Spirit. Plus Coach Skinner's post game comments and few random things. If you want to ask us any questions, tweet them to us using the hashtag #AskThePulse and we will answer them.Follow us on Twitter @PurplePulsePod, Bri's Twitter is @BriLeBlanc5 and Luis is @RadioactivClown. Sound Engineer: Arpita Venkatesh. Read our stuff at BacklineSoccer.com Like what you hear, subscribe on Apple podcasts or anywhere you get your podcasts, rate the show and leave us a review.

    Rated E For Everybody

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 14, 2021 74:52


    Hey everybody! Bri and Luis are back to recap the last of the preseason before the Orlando Pride began play in the Challenge Cup. We discuss the draw with Racing Louisville, and break down some of the key plays in the match. The Pride had some good moments, and we talk about how a draw feels like a loss. We then look forward to the match on Wednesday against NJ/NY Gotham FC. If you want to ask us any questions, tweet them to us using the hashtag #AskThePulse and we will answer them.Follow us on Twitter @PurplePulsePod, Bri's Twitter is @BriLeBlanc5 and Luis is @RadioactivClown. Sound Engineer: Arpita Venkatesh. Read our stuff at BacklineSoccer.com Like what you hear, subscribe on Apple podcasts or anywhere you get your podcasts, rate the show and leave us a review.

    No Rain

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 31, 2021 49:59


    Hey everybody! Bri and Luis are back to recap how the Orlando Pride preseason is going. We have some matches to talk about as the Pride saw some preseason action. There was also a new signing, and we cover the Challenge Cup schedule for Orlando. Also we answer listener questions for the first time. If you want to ask us something, tweet it to us using the hashtag #AskThePulse and we will answer your questions. Big thanks to @TheEnglishLion1 for being the first one to ask us a question, on Taylor Kornieck.Follow us on Twitter @PurplePulsePod, Bri's Twitter is @BriLeBlanc5 and Luis is @RadioactivClown. Read our stuff at BacklineSoccer.com Like what you hear, subscribe on Apple podcasts, rate the show and leave us a review.

    LFG - February Mega Show!

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 3, 2021 121:48


    Hey Everyone! Sorry for the delay. We more than make up for it as we recorded three times in February to give our takes on everything that happened with the Pride this month. We go all the way back and cover Pride players with the USWNT, player transactions, Ian Fleming thoughts, and the preseason roster and schedule.Follow us on Twitter @PurplePulsePod, Bri's Twitter is @BriLeBlanc5 and Luis is @RadioactivClown. Read our stuff at BacklineSoccer.com Like what you hear, subscribe on Apple podcasts, rate the show and leave us a review.

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