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We are The Equalizer, the leading women's soccer news and analysis outlet in the United States since 2009. This is our podcast, where top journalists and personalities from throughout the women's game gather for critical, thoughtful and fun discussion.

The Equalizer


    • Nov 12, 2023 LATEST EPISODE
    • every other week NEW EPISODES
    • 47m AVG DURATION
    • 261 EPISODES

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    Latest episodes from The Equalizer Podcast

    NWSL Championship

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 12, 2023 25:34


    Bekki Morgan and Taylor Vincent react to Gotham FC's 2-1 win over OL Reign to win their first NWSL title, led by MVP Midge Purce. They break down how Megan Rapinoe's injury changed the game, how Gotham was able to neutralize the Reign, and the chaotic ending to an exciting match. Follow: Bekki Morgan on ⁠⁠⁠Twitter⁠⁠⁠ Taylor Vincent on Twitter The Equalizer on ⁠⁠⁠⁠Twitter⁠⁠⁠⁠, ⁠⁠⁠⁠Facebook⁠⁠⁠⁠, and ⁠⁠⁠⁠Instagram

    NWSL Championship Preview

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 7, 2023 32:32


    Bekki Morgan and Jeff Kassouf react to the major breaking news of the week: ⁠Emma Hayes is expected to be the next head coach of the U.S. women's national team⁠. Then, they preview the OL Reign vs. Gotham FC NWSL Championship, with the subplot of Megan Rapinoe and Ali Krieger each trying to win their first NWSL title in the final game of their career. How was Gotham able to turn things around this season? What made the biggest difference to get OL Reign back to the final for their first time since 2015? They looks also look at the disappoint of the semifinals for San Diego and Portland. Follow: Bekki Morgan on ⁠⁠Twitter⁠⁠ Jeff Kassouf on ⁠⁠Twitter⁠⁠ The Equalizer on ⁠⁠⁠Twitter⁠⁠⁠, ⁠⁠⁠Facebook⁠⁠⁠, and ⁠⁠⁠Instagram

    NWSL Playoff Preview

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 19, 2023 26:24


    Bekki Morgan and Jeff Kassouf react to the Decision Day drama led by Angel City FC's 5-1 win over Portland Thorns FC and San Diego Wave FC claiming their first NWSL Shield. How can Portland recover from the loss? They look ahead to this weekend's quarterfinals: OL Reign vs. Angel City FC and North Carolina Courage vs. Gotham FC. Follow: Bekki Morgan on ⁠Twitter⁠ Jeff Kassouf on ⁠Twitter⁠ The Equalizer on ⁠⁠Twitter⁠⁠, ⁠⁠Facebook⁠⁠, and ⁠⁠Instagram

    Messiah Bright | Their Stories, Their Voices

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 14, 2023 21:57


    Messiah Bright of the Orlando Pride joins Jenna Tonelli and André Carlisle (⁠Diaspora United Podcast⁠, ⁠Hey Spirits⁠) to discuss her outstanding rookie season, being teammates with Marta, adjusting to life in Orlando, the Pride's push for a playoff spot, and much more. Jenna Tonelli on Twitter André Carlisle on ⁠Twitter⁠ The Equalizer on ⁠Twitter⁠, ⁠Facebook⁠, and ⁠Instagram

    Spain wins the Women's World Cup

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 20, 2023 29:32


    Bekki Morgan and Taylor Vincent react to Spain's 1-0 win over England in the 2023 Women's World Cup Final. Spain, led by Olga Carmona's goal, is the the fifth country to win a Women's World Cup. What were the keys to the win? What can England take away from the loss? They also examine the broken relationship between the players and the Spanish federation. Follow: Bekki Morgan on ⁠Twitter⁠ Taylor Vincent on ⁠Twitter⁠ The Equalizer on ⁠Twitter⁠, ⁠Facebook⁠, and ⁠Instagram

    Ready for the quarterfinals

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 10, 2023 16:42


    Bekki Morgan and Taylor Vincent take a look back on the Round of 16 and ahead to the quarterfinals in the 2023 FIFA Women's World Cup. In a tournament of upsets, what can we expect from the next four matches? Follow: Bekki Morgan on Twitter Taylor Vincent on Twitter The Equalizer on Twitter, Facebook, and Instagram Music by Gvidon from Pixabay

    U.S. exits the Women's World Cup

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 6, 2023 33:07


    Bekki Morgan and Arianna Cascone react immediately after the U.S. women's national team's dramatic exit from the 2023 FIFA Women's World Cup. Sweden moves on to the quarterfinals thanks to literally the slimmest of margins. What happened to the U.S. attack in the last three matches? What questions remain for the United States after this loss? And the U.S. may be out, but this very unpredictable tournament has been incredible to watch so far, and will only get even better. Follow: Bekki Morgan on Twitter Arianna Cascone on ⁠Twitter⁠ The Equalizer on ⁠Twitter⁠, ⁠Facebook⁠, and ⁠Instagram

    U.S. advances, barely

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 1, 2023 32:20


    Bekki Morgan and Jeff Kassouf discuss the U.S. women's national team's 0-0 draw with Portugal to end the group stage. While the U.S. has advanced to the Round of 16, it was not without significant struggle. Jeff, who watched the game live in Auckland, says it's one of the worst performances he's seen from the U.S. in a meaningful game. Bekki says it's difficult to see what the game plan is for the U.S. in each match. Portugal played well, and deserved a more favorable result. The same issues for the U.S. have continued since their game vs. the Netherlands. What is going wrong for the team in this tournament? Follow: Bekki Morgan on Twitter Jeff Kassouf on Twitter The Equalizer on ⁠Twitter⁠, ⁠Facebook⁠, and ⁠Instagram

    USWNT-Netherlands

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 27, 2023 31:49


    Arianna Cascone and Theo Lloyd-Hughes react immediately following the U.S. women's national team's 1-1 draw with the Netherlands in one of the best games of the Women's World Cup so far. How was the U.S. able to turn things around after a rocky first half? Why didn't we see more subs for the U.S. in the second half? Follow: Arianna Cascone on ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Twitter⁠⁠⁠⁠ Theo Lloyd-Hughes on ⁠Twitter⁠ The Equalizer on ⁠⁠⁠⁠Twitter⁠⁠⁠⁠, ⁠⁠⁠⁠Facebook⁠⁠⁠⁠, and ⁠⁠⁠⁠Instagram

    Smith stars in Women's World Cup debut

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 22, 2023 22:21


    Arianna Cascone and Theo Lloyd-Hughes share their immediate reaction to the U.S. women's national team's opening 3-0 win over Vietnam in their first game of the Women's World Cup, led by Sophia Smith's big performance in her Women's World Cup debut. Is Smith well on her way to being in contention for the Golden Ball? They also discuss the VAR reviews in the match, the return of Rose Lavelle, what to expect from the starting lineup in the next two matches, and more. Follow: Arianna Cascone on ⁠⁠⁠⁠Twitter⁠⁠⁠ Theo Lloyd-Hughes on Twitter The Equalizer on ⁠⁠⁠Twitter⁠⁠⁠, ⁠⁠⁠Facebook⁠⁠⁠, and ⁠⁠⁠Instagram

    Canada at the Women's World Cup

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 14, 2023 21:46


    Arianna Cascone and Har Johal discuss Canada's roster, the team's chances at this summer's Women's World Cup, and their labor fight with the Canadian Soccer Association. How will their defense lead them in the tournament? What are their chances to advance from Group B? Follow: Arianna Cascone on ⁠⁠⁠Twitter⁠⁠ Har Johal on ⁠⁠Twitter⁠⁠ The Equalizer on ⁠⁠Twitter⁠⁠, ⁠⁠Facebook⁠⁠, and ⁠⁠Instagram

    USWNT send-off game

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 11, 2023 33:45


    Arianna Cascone and André Carlisle (Diaspora United Podcast) react to the U.S. women's national team's 2-0 win over Wales in their Women's World Cup send-off game. How surprised were they to see Trinity Rodman enter the match as the No. 9 in the second half? They also react to the NWSL doing NWSL things in the final regular season weekend before the Women's World Cup. Follow: Arianna Cascone on ⁠⁠Twitter⁠ André Carlisle on ⁠Twitter⁠ The Equalizer on ⁠Twitter⁠, ⁠Facebook⁠, and ⁠Instagram

    Women's World Cup legends

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 7, 2023 45:13


    Blair Newman joins Jeff Kassouf to discuss the Top 50 Legends of the Women's World Cup series on The Equalizer and how Blair put together the list. Then, they look ahead to this year's tournament and share picks for surprise teams and players, and more. Follow: Jeff Kassouf on Twitter Blair Newman on Twitter The Equalizer on Twitter, Facebook, and Instagram Music by Gvidon from Pixabay

    Top of the table

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 27, 2023 29:39


    Arianna Cascone and Bekki Morgan focus on Portand's win over Washington in a top of the table battle. Sophia Smith's hat trick led the way as the Thorns' offense continues to be red hot. They also take a close look at North Carolina's win over Louisville. How will North Carolina be impacted by losing Denise O'Sullivan and Casey Murphy to the Women's World Cup? How surprised are we by the Courage's turnaround since last season? Follow: Bekki Morgan on Twitter Arianna Cascone on ⁠Twitter⁠ The Equalizer on ⁠Twitter⁠, ⁠Facebook⁠, and ⁠Instagram

    U.S. Women's World Cup roster

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 22, 2023 46:26


    Bekki Morgan, Arianna Cascone, and Jeff Kassouf get together for an extended roundtable podcast to react to the U.S. women's national team roster announcement for the 2023 FIFA Women's World Cup and answer listener questions. After a year of general uncertainty about players, we finally know the U.S. team going to the tournament. Savannah DeMelo is on the roster without yet having a senior national team cap. How will the U.S. backline, and the captain's role on the team, look different without Becky Sauerbrunn? How much was this roster affected by injuries? They cover these questions and much more. Follow: Bekki Morgan on Twitter Arianna Cascone on ⁠Twitter⁠ Jeff Kassouf on ⁠Twitter⁠ The Equalizer on ⁠Twitter⁠, ⁠Facebook⁠, and ⁠Instagram

    Kailen Sheridan | Their Stories, Their Voices

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 16, 2023 20:56


    In our latest edition of "Their Stories, Their Voices," San Diego Wave FC goalkeeper Kailen Sheridan joins Jenna Tonelli and Taylor Vincent to discuss the growth of Pride Nights in the NWSL, this summer's Women's World Cup, and San Diego's defense this season. Sheridan also shares her thoughts on the San Diego/Los Angeles rivalry and the competition between teams to have the best gameday atmospheres. Follow: Jenna Tonelli on Twitter Taylor Vincent on Twitter The Equalizer on Twitter, Facebook, and Instagram

    Midseason check in

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 13, 2023 36:13


    Arianna Cascone and Jeff Kassouf talk about the progress the Orlando Pride have made this season, following their 3-1 win over Portland Thorns FC. Then, they react to the North Carolina Courage, led by a hat trick from Kerolin, beating the Chicago Red Stars 5-0. How can both the Pride and Courage use the big victories as they head into the second half of the season? Then, they share some midseason picks for biggest surprises, standout players, and more. Follow: Arianna Cascone on ⁠Twitter⁠ Jeff Kassouf on ⁠Twitter⁠ The Equalizer on ⁠Twitter⁠, ⁠Facebook⁠, and ⁠Instagram

    Trouble at the bottom

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 9, 2023 34:41


    Bekki Morgan and Jeff Kassouf take a close look at teams at the bottom of the NWSL standings. Angel City FC has been successful off the field, and had a strong first season. What can they do to find more success on the field in their second year in the league? The Current built a strong roster in the offseason. What has caused Kansas City's struggles this season? Follow: Bekki Morgan on Twitter Jeff Kassouf on Twitter The Equalizer on Twitter, Facebook, and Instagram

    Mailbag

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 6, 2023 27:42


    Jeff Kassouf answers questions about the U.S. women's national team roster for the Women's World Cup, top players sitting out the tournament for Spain, VAR in the NWSL, Jaedyn Shaw, Savannah DeMelo, the USL Super League, and more. Follow: Jeff Kassouf on ⁠Twitter⁠ The Equalizer on ⁠Twitter⁠, ⁠Facebook⁠, and ⁠Instagram

    Challenge Cup; USWNT goalkeepers

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 2, 2023 31:42


    Arianna Cascone and Jeff Kassouf take a big picture look at the Challenge Cup. What should we make of the results we've seen so far in the tournament? How might the Challenge Cup change in the future? Then, they discuss the goalkeeper position for the U.S. women's national team. Which three keepers will make the Women's World Cup roster? Follow: Arianna Cascone on Twitter Jeff Kassouf on Twitter The Equalizer on Twitter, Facebook, and Instagram

    Macario, Lavelle news; USWNT roster questions

    Play Episode Listen Later May 26, 2023 26:44


    Bekki Morgan and Jeff Kassouf react to the news that Catarina Macario will not be on the roster for the Women's World Cup, and that Rose Lavelle may not play in the NWSL before the tournament. What can we expect from the U.S. women's national team midfield this summer? How will Mallory Swanson's injury impact the forward line? Follow: Bekki Morgan on Twitter Jeff Kassouf on Twitter The Equalizer on Twitter, Facebook, and Instagram Music by Gvidon from Pixabay

    USL Super League; Gotham at the top of the table

    Play Episode Listen Later May 23, 2023 31:43


    Arianna Cascone and Jeff Kassouf discuss the USL Super League's announcement, and what it means for women's soccer in the United States, and the NWSL. How will the new league impact expansion and ownership groups in the NWSL? Then, they react to Gotham FC taking the top spot in the standings after a big win over OL Reign, Chicago's loss to Portland, and more from the weekend in the NWSL. Follow: Arianna Cascone on Twitter Jeff Kassouf on Twitter The Equalizer on Twitter, Facebook, and Instagram

    Chatting with Emily Fox

    Play Episode Listen Later May 19, 2023 18:36


    North Carolina Courage defender Emily Fox joins Arianna Cascone and Jenna Tonelli to discuss her first season with the Courage, her NWSL and USWNT goals for 2023, what field player on the Courage she would pick to play goalkeeper, candy corn, and much more. Follow: Arianna Cascone  on Twitter Jenna Tonelli on Twitter The Equalizer on Twitter, Facebook, and Instagram

    Unbeaten Spirit, first loss for Thorns

    Play Episode Listen Later May 16, 2023 34:30


    Arianna Cascone and Jeff Kassouf discuss the unbeaten Washington Spirit, in first place and led by the dynamic trio of Trinity Rodman, Ashley Sanchez, and Ashley Hatch. What have been the keys to Washington's success so far this season? They also react to Angel City FC's frustration with VAR this season, and their late-game troubles in their first two seasons. Plus, Arianna and Jeff share their thoughts on the Thorns suffering their first loss of the season, 2-1 on the road to the Houston Dash. Follow: Arianna Cascone  on Twitter Jeff Kassouf on Twitter The Equalizer on Twitter, Facebook, and Instagram

    NWSL's youth movement

    Play Episode Listen Later May 12, 2023 39:42


    Bekki Morgan and Jeff Kassouf discuss the youth movement we are seeing in the NWSL this season. Jaedyn Shaw and Trinity Rodman are leading the way for the Wave and Spirit, respectively. Olivia Moultrie and Alyssa Thompson have had several show-stopping moments. What's changed? How will the new rules evolve moving forward? Follow: Bekki Morgan on Twitter Jeff Kassouf on Twitter The Equalizer on Twitter, Facebook, and Instagram Music by Gvidon from Pixabay

    Vintage NWSL

    Play Episode Listen Later May 9, 2023 40:52


    Arianna Cascone and Jeff Kassouf react to the back-and-forth draw between the Thorns and Courage, a second consecutive loss for San Diego Wave FC, and another defeat for the struggling Red Stars. Follow: Arianna Cascone on Twitter Jeff Kassouf on Twitter The Equalizer on Twitter, Facebook, and Instagram Music by Gvidon from Pixabay Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

    Speculating on the U.S. Women's World Cup roster

    Play Episode Listen Later May 5, 2023 36:16


    Arianna Cascone and Bekki Morgan take a look at a few players who may be, or previously were, on the bubble for the U.S. women's national team roster for the Women's World Cup. How will the return of Julie Ertz impact players like Kristie Mewis and Taylor Kornieck? Is Lynn Williams now a lock? What are Alyssa Thompson's chances of making the roster? Follow: Arianna Cascone on Twitter Bekki Morgan on Twitter The Equalizer on Twitter, Facebook, and Instagram Music by Gvidon from Pixabay Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

    Another wild NWSL weekend

    Play Episode Listen Later May 2, 2023 48:20


    Arianna Cascone and André Carlisle (Diaspora United Podcast, Gaming Society) break down the chaos of Saturday night's NWSL After Dark matches as the Pride upset the Wave and the Thorns stole a point from Angel City thanks to Bella Bixby's backheel goal. Then, they react to Kansas City's win over Gotham FC. Follow: Arianna Cascone on Twitter André Carlisle on Twitter The Equalizer on Twitter, Facebook, and Instagram Music by Gvidon from Pixabay Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

    Paige Monaghan joins us

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 28, 2023 22:20


    Racing Louisville FC's Paige Monaghan joins Bekki Morgan and Jenna Tonelli to talk about what it's been like since joining Louisville, becoming a veteran in the NWSL, East Coast vs. Midwest, coffee, trains, and much more. Follow: Bekki Morgan on Twitter Jenna Tonelli on Twitter The Equalizer on Twitter, Facebook, and Instagram Music by Gvidon from Pixabay Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

    Lynn Williams, OL Reign, and LA-SD

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 25, 2023 47:15


    Jeff Kassouf and Tamerra Griffin, freelance journalist (Andscape, Pro Soccer Wire, Equalizer), react to Gotham FC getting a weather-delayed win thanks to a Lynn Williams goal, OL Reign's big victory over Chicago, and San Diego's win over Angel City FC, which featured the season debut of Julie Ertz. Follow: Jeff Kassouf on Twitter Tamerra Griffin on Twitter The Equalizer on Twitter, Facebook, and Instagram Music by Gvidon from Pixabay Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

    A-Rod to Utah, Potter out of Kansas City

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 21, 2023 38:11


    Bekki Morgan and Arianna Cascone react to the surprising NWSL coaching news: Matt Potter is out as head coach in Kansas City, and Amy Rodriguez is in as head coach for the returning Utah Royals. Then, they discuss how they'd like to see the Challenge Cup evolve. Follow: Bekki Morgan on Twitter Arianna Cascone on Twitter The Equalizer on Twitter, Facebook, and Instagram Music by Gvidon from Pixabay Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

    Ertz to Angel City FC, weekend NWSL drama

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 18, 2023 39:18


    Jeff Kassouf and Jason Anderson react to Julie Ertz signing with Angel City FC. Was Ertz to Los Angeles always the most inevitable result of her free agency? They also discuss the latest broadcast issues for the league, how the Red Stars responded to Mallory Swanson's injury, Houston's 1-1 draw in Portland, and the weekend that was for the NWSL. Follow: Jeff Kassouf on Twitter Jason Anderson on Twitter The Equalizer on Twitter, Facebook, and Instagram Music by Gvidon from Pixabay Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

    Reign for sale

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 14, 2023 31:55


    Bekki Morgan and Arianna Cascone react to the blockbuster news that OL Reign are for sale, and that Michele Kang will reportedly purchase majority ownership of the Olympique Lyonnais women's team. What does it all mean for the Reign, Spirit, and the NWSL as a league? Follow: Bekki Morgan on Twitter Arianna Cascone on Twitter The Equalizer on Twitter, Facebook, and Instagram Music by Gvidon from Pixabay Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

    Swanson injury, Ertz return

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 11, 2023 32:07


    Arianna Cascone and Jeff Kassouf react to the U.S. women's national team's 2-0 win over Ireland, Mallory Swanson's injury, and the return of Julie Ertz. Follow: Arianna Cascone on Twitter Jeff Kassouf on Twitter The Equalizer on Twitter, Facebook, and Instagram Music by Gvidon from Pixabay Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

    Bay Area Expansion

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 7, 2023 50:31


    Bekki Morgan and Jeff Kassouf react to the news of the Bay Area joining the NWSL and what this means for the growth of the league. They discuss what Bay Area has planned for their team, including an investment in a world-class training facility. Bekki and Jeff also take a broader look at where individual teams stand in the NWSL in 2023, how sustainable the clubs are, and how much investment is going into each organization. Follow: Bekki Morgan on Twitter Jeff Kassouf on Twitter The Equalizer on Twitter, Facebook, and Instagram Music by Gvidon from Pixabay Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

    Sophia Smith domination

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 4, 2023 42:09


    Arianna Cascone and André Carlisle (Diaspora United Podcast, Gaming Society) react to another wild weekend in the NWSL as Sophia Smith and Portland Thorns FC rolled to another big win. Smith just keeps getting better and better. Arianna and André also look at the 2-2 draw between Washington and Louisville, and react to all the chaos in Orlando as Angel City FC beat the Pride with a last-second goal. Follow: Arianna Cascone on Twitter André Carlisle on Twitter The Equalizer on Twitter, Facebook, and Instagram Music by Gvidon from Pixabay Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

    NWSL kits, USWNT roster reaction

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 31, 2023 46:11


    Arianna Cascone and André Carlisle (Diaspora United Podcast, Gaming Society) share which kits they are most excited about in the new NWSL season ... and which they are less excited about. Then, a look at the latest U.S. women's national team roster and reaction to the returns of Julie Ertz and Casey Krueger. Follow: Arianna Cascone on Twitter André Carlisle on Twitter The Equalizer on Twitter, Facebook, and Instagram Music by Gvidon from Pixabay Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

    Alyssa Thompson, VAR make their NWSL debuts

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 28, 2023 45:31


    Arianna Cascone and Jason Anderson (Pro Soccer Wire) take a close look at Alyssa Thompson's NWSL debut, the debut of VAR, Trinity Rodman's game-winning goal, an opening win for the Courage, and more key moments from Week 1 in the NWSL. Follow: Arianna Cascone on Twitter Jason Anderson on Twitter The Equalizer on Twitter, Facebook, and Instagram Music by Gvidon from Pixabay Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

    Kansas City Current, Portland Thorns FC | NWSL Season Previews

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 24, 2023 32:54


    Arianna Cascone and Jeff Kassouf wrap up our NWSL season previews with the two teams who met in last year's NWSL Championship: Kansas City Current and Portland Thorns FC. The Current added Debinha, and the Thorns will be led once again by reigning MVP Sophia Smith. How will both teams navigate through a Women's World Cup summer as they try to make it to the final once again? Follow: Arianna Cascone on Twitter Jeff Kassouf on Twitter The Equalizer on Twitter, Facebook, and Instagram Music by Gvidon from Pixabay Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

    Red Stars, OL Reign, Wave | NWSL Season Preview

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 21, 2023 24:09


    Bekki Morgan and Taylor Vincent continue the Equalizer Podcast's NWSL season previews with a look at three teams that made the playoffs -- but not quite the NWSL Championship -- in 2022: the Chicago Red Stars, OL Reign, and San Diego Wave FC. Follow: Bekki Morgan on Twitter Taylor Vincent on Twitter The Equalizer on Twitter, Facebook, and Instagram Music by Gvidon from Pixabay Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

    North Carolina Courage, Houston Dash: NWSL Season Preview

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 17, 2023 33:03


    Bekki Morgan and Arianna Cascone continue our NWSL season previews with the North Carolina Courage and Houston Dash. The Courage lost Debinha, Abby Erceg, Diana Ordóñez, and many more this offseason. How should Courage fans feel as the rebuild continues? After making the playoffs for the first time, and losing in heartbreaking fashion, the Houston Dash look to continue their upward trajectory this season. How will the additions of Ordóñez and head coach Sam Laity impact the team? Follow: Bekki Morgan on Twitter Arianna Cascone on Twitter The Equalizer on Twitter, Facebook, and Instagram Music by Gvidon from Pixabay Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

    NWSL Season Preview: Racing Louisville FC, Angel City FC

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 14, 2023 33:55


    The Equalizer Podcast's NWSL season previews continue as Arianna Cascone and Bekki Morgan discuss how things look for Racing Louisville FC and Angel City FC in the 2023 season. Racing Louisville FC has more stability this season -- is it enough to move up the table? Angel City FC had a strong debut season, despite struggling with injuries -- can they make the playoffs in their second season? Follow: Arianna Cascone on Twitter Bekki Morgan on Twitter The Equalizer on Twitter, Facebook, and Instagram Music by Gvidon from Pixabay Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

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    We're Back | NWSL Season Preview: Spirit, Pride, Gotham

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 10, 2023 32:09


    Arianna Cascone and Jenna Tonelli are here to kick off our NWSL season previews as the Equalizer Podcast returns. Arianna and Jenna take a close look at busy offseasons from the Orlando Pride, Washington Spirit, and Gotham FC and discuss what to expect from each team in 2023. Follow: Arianna Cascone on Twitter Jenna Tonelli on Twitter The Equalizer on Twitter, Facebook, and Instagram Music by Gvidon from Pixabay Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

    World Cup Year Kicks Off

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 24, 2023 56:44


    Jeff Kassouf and Arianna Cascone discuss the USWNT's wins in New Zealand, and what they learned as the 2023 road to the FIFA Women's World Cup begins. Then, they take a look at some of the biggest news of the NWSL offseason: Debinha heading to Kansas City, the Lynn Williams trade, the NWSL Draft, and more. Follow: Jeff Kassouf on Twitter Arianna Cascone on Twitter The Equalizer on Twitter, Facebook, and Instagram Music by Gvidon from Pixabay Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

    Mailbag

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 29, 2022 59:12


     Jeff Kassouf answers your burning questions about the U.S. women's national team, next year's World Cup, NWSL free agency, NWSL expansion, and more. Follow: Jeff Kassouf on Twitter The Equalizer on Twitter, Facebook, and Instagram Music by Gvidon from Pixabay Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

    NWSL Champion Portland Thorns FC

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 1, 2022 46:25


    Jeff Kassouf and and Jason Anderson (Pro Soccer Wire) react to Portland Thorns FC's win over the Kansas City Current in the NWSL Championship, led by league MVP Sophia Smith, who was also named MVP of the final. They discuss what worked for Portland and what to expect from both team's next year. Follow: Jeff Kassouf on Twitter Jason Anderson on Twitter The Equalizer on Twitter, Facebook, and Instagram Music by Gvidon from Pixabay Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

    NWSL Semifinals

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 25, 2022 73:12


    Jeff Kassouf and André Carlisle (Diaspora United Podcast, Black and Red United) react to Portland's win over San Diego, thanks to Crystal Dunn's dramatic goal, and Kansas City's win over OL Reign, led by Adrianna Franch's big game. What should we expect from Portland Thorns FC and the Kansas City Current in the NWSL Championship? Then, they shares their first thoughts on the results of the 2023 Women's World Cup Draw. Follow: Jeff Kassouf on Twitter André Carlisle on Twitter The Equalizer on Twitter, Facebook, and Instagram Music by Gvidon from Pixabay Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

    NWSL Playoffs

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 18, 2022 48:19


    Jeff Kassouf and Claire Watkins (Just Women's Sports) take a detailed look at the Kansas City Current's last-minute win over the Houston Dash and San Diego Wave FC's extra time win over the Chicago Red Stars, and look ahead to OL Reign vs. Kansas City and Portland vs. San Diego in the semifinals. Follow: Jeff Kassouf on Twitter Claire Watkins on Twitter The Equalizer on Twitter, Facebook, and Instagram Music by Gvidon from Pixabay Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

    Regular season ends; Yates report released

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 5, 2022 65:43


    Claire Watkins and Jason Anderson (Pro Soccer Wire) react to the final weekend of the regular season, as OL Reign claimed the NWSL Shield and the Chicago Red Stars claimed the last playoff spot. In the final segment of the podcast, they discuss the release of Sally Yates' report into systemic abuse in the NWSL. Follow: Claire Watkins on Twitter Jason Anderson on Twitter The Equalizer on Twitter, Facebook, and Instagram Music by Gvidon from Pixabay Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

    Decision Day(s) Ahead

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 27, 2022 55:26


    It's the final week of the NWSL regular season and four teams are fighting for the final two playoff spots. Three teams are still in the hunt for the Shield. Claire Watkins and Jeff Kassouf analyze how the drama could play out. Follow: Claire Watkins on Twitter Jeff Kassouf on Twitter The Equalizer on Twitter, Facebook, and Instagram Music by Gvidon from Pixabay Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

    Math Time

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 20, 2022 68:14


    With just a few games remaining in the season, the NWSL playoff race is anything but settled. Claire Watkins and Jason Anderson (Pro Soccer Wire) discuss how this weekend's results impact the fight for the final spots, as well as the NWSL Shield chase. Follow: Claire Watkins on Twitter Jason Anderson on Twitter The Equalizer on Twitter, Facebook, and Instagram Music by Gvidon from Pixabay Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

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