Sound of the Loons is your source for Minnesota United audio, from player soundbites to longform interviews to the flagship podcast with play-by-play commentator Callum Williams and writer Steve McPherson. Tune in regularly to hear from players and coaches, plus inside insights on everything soccer…
The Sound of the Loons podcast is a platform that represents a professional football club, but unfortunately, host Steve lacks the professionalism and tact required for such a role. While he may have solid writing skills and an impressive resume, his performance on the podcast leaves much to be desired. However, it must be noted that there are redeeming qualities to this podcast.
One of the best aspects of The Sound of the Loons is when it is hosted by Callum (Cal) and Kyndra. Their extensive knowledge of soccer and insightful interviews make for an enjoyable listening experience. They are able to provide legitimate analysis and opinions that rival those of professional commentators and analysts. Additionally, their chemistry as hosts shines through in their candid conversations and game breakdowns. Furthermore, Jamie's contributions on the Fantasy XV and match previews are always a highlight.
However, it should be mentioned that lately, there has been a change in tone on the podcast. Jamie's constant need to be right and his tendency to badger others when they disagree with him can be off-putting for listeners. The audience wants to hear different perspectives and opinions, not someone constantly trying to prove their own correctness. This shift detracts from what was initially an enjoyable experience.
In conclusion, while The Sound of the Loons podcast has its flaws, there are still positive elements that make it worth listening to. Cal, Kyndra, and Jamie bring valuable soccer knowledge to the show, providing insightful commentary and engaging interviews. It would be beneficial if they took note of listener feedback regarding the recent change in tone, as maintaining an open-minded approach will only enhance the overall quality of this podcast.
USWNT veteran and defender Crystal Dunn joins Zarek to discuss her approach to leadership, how she balances motherhood with soccer, as well as her recent move to Paris ahead of the upcoming national team game at Allianz Field.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
MLS Season Pass reporter Andrew Wiebe joins Jonathan and Manny to discuss the week that was across the league, the latest Loons matches, and predictions going into the weekend.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
Goalkeeper Dayne St. Clair joins Zarek to chat about the upcoming games against Vancouver and Seattle, his approach to road games, his mindset about playing for Canada, and more.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
Manny and Jonathan talk Open Cup, look forward to an Austin rematch, and reflect on a streak of victories for Minnesota United.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
Tani Oluwaseyi sits down with Zarek to talk about his return to the scoresheet, Canadian national call-ups, and Michael B. Jordan.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
Academy players Ari and Ramon sit down with Zarek to discuss mental health in sports and trust as a major aspect of team success. Dr. Shannon Woulfe joins to talk psychology, social media, and acceptance.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
Keith Costigan joins Manny and Jonathan ahead of MNUFC vs. Inter Miami to talk Eastern Conference, midfield impact, and recent acquisition Julian Gressel.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
Keith Costigan joins Manny and Jonathan ahead of MNUFC vs. Inter Miami to talk Eastern Conference, midfield impact, and recent acquisition Julian Gressel. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Former Minnesota player and current Louisville FC coach Danny Cruz joins Zarek to catch up, talk coaching, and preview all things USOC. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoicesSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
Former Minnesota player and current Louisville FC coach Danny Cruz joins Zarek to catch up, talk coaching, and preview all things USOC. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Chief Soccer Office and Sporting Director Khaled El-Ahmad chats with Zarek about player loans, the first third of the season, and soccer development in Minnesota. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoicesSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
Chief Soccer Office and Sporting Director Khaled El-Ahmad chats with Zarek about player loans, the first third of the season, and soccer development in Minnesota. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
The newest Loon, Julian Gressel, joins former opponent Zarek to talk about the trajectory of his career, club culture, and the 2017 Snow Opener. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoicesSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
The newest Loon, Julian Gressel, joins former opponent Zarek to talk about the trajectory of his career, club culture, and the 2017 Snow Opener. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Dax McCarty joins Zarek to reminisce on the good ol' days, the challenges of playing in Minnesota, and the Loons' performance so far. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoicesSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
Dax McCarty joins Zarek to reminisce on the good ol' days, the challenges of playing in Minnesota, and the Loons' performance so far. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Andy Greder joins Manny and Jonathan to discuss a physical Matchday 10, Vancouver's busy schedule, and the end of the transfer window (and Julian Gressel). Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoicesSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
Andy Greder joins Manny and Jonathan to discuss a physical Matchday 10, Vancouver's busy schedule, and the end of the transfer window (and Julian Gressel). Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Tyler Terens sits down with Jonathan and Manny to take a look at the league standings, recap the draw in Toronto, and discuss Minnesota's approach to Matchday 9. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoicesSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
Tyler Terens sits down with Jonathan and Manny to take a look at the league standings, recap the draw in Toronto, and discuss Minnesota's approach to Matchday 9. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Jon Marthaler joins Manny and Jonathan to talk Minnesota depth, standout performances, and an upcoming match against the Reds. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoicesSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
Jon Marthaler joins Manny and Jonathan to talk Minnesota depth, standout performances, and an upcoming match against the Reds. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
MNUFC2's Logan Dorsey joins Zarek for book club plus a discussion of professional preseason, the importance of mindset, and second team bonds. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
MNUFC2's Logan Dorsey joins Zarek for book club plus a discussion of professional preseason, the importance of mindset, and second team bonds. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoicesSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
MNUFC's longtime leader Michael Boxall sits down with Zarek to break down international success, self-care, and the season so far — and golf. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoicesSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
MNUFC's longtime leader Michael Boxall sits down with Zarek to break down international success, self-care, and the season so far — and golf. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Jamie Watson joins Jonathan and Manny to explore Coach Ramsay's backline options, NYCFC's front three potential, and a wide open Western Conference. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoicesSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
Jamie Watson joins Jonathan and Manny to explore Coach Ramsay's backline options, NYCFC's front three potential, and a wide open Western Conference. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Lloyd Sam joins hosts Jonathan Harris and Manny Lagos to cover international break, Minnesota's draw against the Galaxy, and an upcoming Real Salt Lake rematch. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Lloyd Sam joins hosts Jonathan Harris and Manny Lagos to cover international break, Minnesota's draw against the Galaxy, and an upcoming Real Salt Lake rematch. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoicesSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
MNUFC2 Head Coach Jeremy Hall joins fellow former Puerto Rican National Team player (and Sound of the Loons host) Zarek to discuss his coaching philosophy and lay out some big-time potential on the Twosie roster. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoicesSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
MNUFC2 Head Coach Jeremy Hall joins fellow former Puerto Rican National Team player (and Sound of the Loons host) Zarek to discuss his coaching philosophy and lay out some big-time potential on the Twosie roster. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Andy Greder of the Pioneer Press joins Jonathan and Manny to talk March Madness — both the college basketball tournament and Major League Soccer's own intense lineup for Matchday 5. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoicesSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
Andy Greder of the Pioneer Press joins Jonathan and Manny to talk March Madness — both the college basketball tournament and Major League Soccer's own intense lineup for Matchday 5. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
2022 Goalkeeper Wars champion, Alec Smir, joins Zarek to talk about his journey to Minnesota, the ins and outs of goalkeeping, and expectations for the upcoming match against the LA Galaxy. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoicesSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
2022 Goalkeeper Wars champion, Alec Smir, joins Zarek to talk about his journey to Minnesota, the ins and outs of goalkeeping, and expectations for the upcoming match against the LA Galaxy. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Devon Kerr joins Manny Lagos to recap Minnesota's win over San Jose, figure out what's going on in Kansas City, and think on Julian Alvarez's Wednesday PK controversy. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Devon Kerr joins Manny Lagos to recap Minnesota's win over San Jose, figure out what's going on in Kansas City, and think on Julian Alvarez's Wednesday PK controversy. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoicesSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
Morris Duggan sits down with Zarek to talk about being a defensive starter, navigating the season, and learning from Boxy on the backline. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoicesSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
Morris Duggan sits down with Zarek to talk about being a defensive starter, navigating the season, and learning from Boxy on the backline. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices