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The only english language podcast devoted entirely to Brazilian Football and Brazillian Footballers playing around the world. Hosted by Enrick and Peter. Follow us on Twitter! @TheSmokingSnk @Enrick_1011 @SantosFC_Ingles

The Smoking Snake Podcast


    • May 17, 2025 LATEST EPISODE
    • every other week NEW EPISODES
    • 1h 2m AVG DURATION
    • 141 EPISODES


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    Episode 141 - Ancelotti IN, Ednaldo OUT, Last Minute Goals Galore!

    Play Episode Listen Later May 17, 2025 87:16


    Enrick and Peter discuss the crazy news week including the Ancelotti hiring, CBF President Ednaldo being removed, Marta returning and more! They then dive into the chaotic world of Brazilian football to talk about Libertadores, Sudamericana, and of course the Brasileirão! Follow us on Twitter! @TheSmokingSnk @enrick_1011 @santosfc_ingles 

    Episode 140 - Gabigol's Revenge (MW 6-7 in Brasileirão)

    Play Episode Listen Later May 10, 2025 62:11


    Enrick and Peter discuss the matchweeks in the Brasileirão and continental competitions.

    Episode 139 - SanSão & More with Gabriel Fuh!

    Play Episode Listen Later May 2, 2025 100:59


    Journalist, commentator, & futebol expert Gabriel Fuh returns to the podcast to talk the SanSão derby, SPFC, and his passion for sports science.Follow Gabriel on Twitter! @GabrielFuh_

    Episode 138 - Art of the Draw (Round 5 + Libertadores/Sudamericana)

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 26, 2025 65:58


    Some teams won, some lost, but most drew! Enrick and Peter talk through the latest action in the Brasileirão, Libertadores, and Sudamericana. Follow us on Twitter! @TheSmokingSnk @enrick_1011 @santosfc_ingles 

    Episode 137 - A Bad Week for Managers (Rounds 3 & 4 of the Brasileirão)

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 19, 2025 70:48


    Managers are being fired, players are caught in betting scandals, and some really exciting football is being played! This is the Brasileirão rounds 3 & 4!Follow us on Twitter! @TheSmokingSnk @enrick_1011 @santosfc_ingles 

    Episode 136 - Matchweek 2 in the Brasileirão

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 12, 2025 66:54


    Enrick and Peter discuss the action from Brazil's top flight as well as the Libertadores/Sudamericana. Follow us on Twitter! @TheSmokingSnk @enrick_1011 @santosfc_ingles 

    Episode 135 - The Brasileirão is BACK in Session!

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 5, 2025 54:39


    Enrick and Peter talk the opening weekend in the 2025 Brasileirão, Libertadores/Sudamericana, and unfortunately the Seleção. Follow us on Twitter! @TheSmokingSnk @enrick_1011 @santosfc_ingles 

    Episode 134 - 2025 Brasileirão Preview & Predictions

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 24, 2025 89:22


    Enrick and Peter preview and make their predictions for the 2025 Campeonato Brasileiro Serie A. In keeping with previous years they also make bold predictions for Serie B,C, & D.Follow us on Twitter! @TheSmokingSnk @enrick_1011 @santosfc_ingles 

    Episode 133 - We Have (some) State Champions!

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 17, 2025 51:15


    Enrick and Peter review the final phases of the state championships in Brazil. Follow us on Twitter! @TheSmokingSnk @enrick_1011 @santosfc_ingles 

    Episode 132 - SOLIDITY ft. Maurício Destri

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 23, 2025 112:43


    Enrick and Peter are joined by Brazilian commentator Maurício Destri to talk through the latest action in the various state leagues. Follow Maurício Destri on IG and X!@MauDestriFollow us on Twitter! @TheSmokingSnk @enrick_1011 @santosfc_ingles 

    Episode 131 - Jon Cotterill Interview

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 16, 2025 79:43


    Peter and Enrick are joined by longtime South American football commentator and writer Jon Cotterill. Jon talks his career in football commentary, his recent book on the Seleção at the World Cups, the current state of Brazilian football, and his passion for Nottingham Forest. Check out Jon's Youtube https://www.youtube.com/@pitacodogringoBuy Jon's book "Brazil in the World Cup" https://www.amazon.com/Brazil-World-Cup-footballs-greatest-ebook/dp/B0DKVBDX3Q?ref_=ast_author_dpBuy Jon's book "Anatomy of a Football Scout"https://www.amazon.com/Anatomy-football-scout-depth-recruitment/dp/6500322711Follow Jon on Twitter: @pitacodogringo

    Episode 130 - Neymar's Triumphant Return, Copinha Review, State Leagues + Transfers

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 5, 2025 95:00


    Enrick and Peter return to the pod after a month hiatus and dive straight back into the unending drama that is Brazilian football. 00:00 - Intro + Copinha Review 8:28 - NEYMAR RETURNS OFFICIALLY 28:09 - Campeonato Paulista + transfers 58:37 - Campeonato Carioca, Brazilian Super Cup, Transfers 1:13:48 - Campeonatos Mineiro, Gaúcho, and others Follow us on Twitter! @TheSmokingSnk @enrick_1011 @santosfc_ingles

    Episode 129 - Botafogo are CHAMPIONS + MW38

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 15, 2024 72:03


    Enrick and Peter break down the final matchday in the 2024 Brasileirão. Follow us on Twitter! @TheSmokingSnk @enrick_1011 @santosfc_ingles

    Episode 128 - Estêvão Pushes the Title Race to the Final Day! (MW37)

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 7, 2024 47:19


    Endrick and Pedrinho talk match week 37's sensational finish, the pain of relegation for Yannick Bolasie, and much more! Follow us on Twitter! @TheSmokingSnk @enrick_1011 @santosfc_ingles

    Episode 127 - The Best Week in Botafogo's History...So Far + MW35 & 36

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 4, 2024 73:17


    Enrick and Peter talk the Libertadores and Sudamericana Final as well as MWs 35 and 36! Congratulations to Botafogo and their supporters! Follow us on Twitter! @TheSmokingSnk @enrick_1011 @santosfc_ingles

    Episode 126 - Palmerias Keep Chasing Down Botafogo, MW34, Copa Sudamericana Preview

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 23, 2024 99:44


    Enrick and Peter discuss MW34 in the world's most exciting league. They also preview the Copa Sudamericana Final between Argentina's Racing Club and Brazil's Cruzeiro. Follow us on Twitter! @TheSmokingSnk @enrick_1011 @santosfc_ingles

    Episode 125 - Pete from Glorious Botafogo Joins!

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 21, 2024 76:08


    Pete from Glorious Botafogo joins the pod to talk about Botafogo's year so far. He explains the collapse last year, the rejuvenated squad this year, and the upcoming Libertadores Final. Follow Pete on Twitter: @GloriousBotaYT  @PeteDHeat Follow Pete on Youtube: Glorious Botafogo PeteDHeat Follow us on Twitter! @TheSmokingSnk @enrick_1011 @santosfc_ingles 

    Episode 124 - Flamengo WIN Copa do Brasil, Santos WIN Serie B, Title Race & Relegation Battle are Tighter than EVER

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 17, 2024 76:33


    Enrick and Peter celebrate the confirmation of Santos's win of the Serie B before analyzing the MW 33 matches as well as the 2nd leg of the Copa do Brasil Final. Follow us on Twitter! @TheSmokingSnk @enrick_1011 @santosfc_ingles

    Episode 123 - Botafogo Open Up a Lead, Marcelo Rage Quit, Neymar Back to Santos, & More!

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 10, 2024 96:37


    Enrick and Peter try to keep their heads above water with the crazy news week in Brazil. They cover MW32 (Corinthians beat Palmerias in the derby, Botafogo extend their lead to 6 points, Fluminese drama with Marcelo rage quitting the club, etc.), the Neymar news, the Guardiola rumors, and much more! Follow us on Twitter! @TheSmokingSnk @enrick_1011 @santosfc_ingles

    Episode 122 - MW 31, Botafogo Have Breathing Room, Diniz Back in a Final, & More!

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 2, 2024 89:47


    Enrick and Peter discuss MW 31 in Brazil, Libertadores, Sudamericana, & Seleção call ups! Follow us on Twitter! @TheSmokingSnk @enrick_1011 @santosfc_ingles

    Episode 121 - Brazillians Dominate Libertadores, Palmeiras Close the Gap, and CAP's Black Magic?

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 26, 2024 75:15


    Enrick and Peter are back to discuss the past week in Brazilian futebol. They talk the razor thin margin at the top of the table, GreNal, and CAP's desperate attempts to avoid relegation. The guys then shift their focus to the Libertadores semi-finals where the Brazilians destroyed their competition. Follow us on Twitter! @TheSmokingSnk @enrick_1011 @santosfc_ingles

    Episode 120 - FLA Catch the FLU, Fortaleza Flop, & Memphis Arrives!

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 19, 2024 77:40


    Enrick and Peter are back to discuss the world's most exciting league, the Brasilierão! The guys start by chatting about the national team's recent wins then move to discuss Fluminense's big wins, Fortaleza's big losses, the confusing nature of CAM and SPFC, Corinthians' success, CAP death spiral and more! Follow us on Twitter! @TheSmokingSnk @enrick_1011 @santosfc_ingles

    Episode 119 - Bram Schutte Talks Memphis

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 10, 2024 51:44


    Enrick and Peter welcome Dutch journalist Bram Schutte to the podcast to talk Memphis Depay and his big move to Corinthians. Follow Bram on IG: @brammerino Follow Bram on Twitter: @Schutte_Bram_ Follow us on Twitter! @TheSmokingSnk @enrick_1011 @santosfc_ingles

    Episode 118 - The Race for the Title is ON! + Copa do Brasil

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 5, 2024 55:27


    Follow us on Twitter! @TheSmokingSnk @enrick_1011 @santosfc_ingles

    Episode 117 - Flamengo Flail, Memphis Arrives, & Three-Way Title Race

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 28, 2024 76:17


    Enrick and Peter discuss and debate a whole host of topics including the recent Seleção call-ups, the national team's manager, Libertadores QFs, Copa do Brasil, Memphis arriving at Corinthians, Diniz at Cruzeiro, and much more! Follow us on Twitter! @TheSmokingSnk @enrick_1011 @santosfc_ingles

    Episode 116 - Bira Brasil Interview

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 14, 2024 108:56


    OG Globo and CONMEBOL commentator Bira Brasil Lima joins Enrick and Peter to talk about his passion for Sport Club Corinthians Paulista. Bira tells the guys about his background in Brazil, Las Vegas, and media before talking us through what it's been like to be a Corinthians supporter for the last few decades. He discusses the monumental signing of Memphis Depay, the current state of the club, and the administrative challenges Corinthians continue to face. Follow Bira on Twitter: @Bira_Brasil Follow Bira on IG: @birabrasil Follow us on Twitter! @TheSmokingSnk @enrick_1011 @santosfc_ingles

    Episode 115 - Botafogo Top Fortaleza, Corinthians Earn Big Win, Estevão Elegance

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 3, 2024 65:02


    Enrick and Peter discuss the 25th MW in the Brasileirão and the Quarters in the Copa do Brasil. Follow us on Twitter! @TheSmokingSnk @enrick_1011 @santosfc_ingles

    Episode 114 - Libertadores Classic, Fortaleza Flex Muscle, & FUERZA JUAN!

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 27, 2024 60:27


    Enrick and Peter discuss the action in the continental round of 16 fixtures including the instant classic between Palmeiras and Botafogo. They also discuss matchweeks 23 & 24 in the Brasileirão. Follow us on Twitter! @TheSmokingSnk @enrick_1011 @santosfc_ingles

    Episode 113 - Vinícius de Oliveira from Planeta Onça Joins to Talk Amazonas FC

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 24, 2024 63:51


    Enrick and Peter are joined by journalist and Planeta Onça presenter Vinícius de Oliveira. Vini talks us through the culture and history of futebol in the Manaus and the Amazon. He tells us about the meteoric rise of Amazonas FC through the levels in the football pyramid and helps us preview the grudge match against Santos. Follow Vinícius and Planeta Onça on Instagram: @viniaurinegro @planetaonca Follow Planeta Onça on Twitter/X: @planetaonca

    Episode 112 - Libertadores is BACK, Talles Magno is BACK, and Martin Braithwaite's "Hat Trick"

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 17, 2024 56:45


    Enrick and Peter took a week off but they are BACK as is Libertadores, Sudamericana, and Vasco product Talles Magno! The guys catch you up on all the action over the past two weeks in Brazil. Follow us on Twitter! @TheSmokingSnk @enrick_1011 @santosfc_ingles

    Episode 111 - Cruzeiro & Fortaleza Surge, Palmeiras Humbled, & Copa do Brasil

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 3, 2024 59:00


    Enrick and Peter discuss the 20th matchweek in the Brasileirão + Copa do Brasil. Follow us on Twitter! @TheSmokingSnk @enrick_1011 @santosfc_ingles

    Episode 110 - Halfway in the 2024 Brasileirão

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 27, 2024 72:59


    Enrick & Peter are back to discuss the recent matchweeks in the Brazilian top flight. Follow us on Twitter! @TheSmokingSnk @enrick_1011 @santosfc_ingles

    Episode 109 - Bolívar News Interview

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 24, 2024 76:16


    Enrick and Peter welcome Sepe Paredes, the creator of Bolívar News, to the podcast to help preview the upcoming Libertadores fixture between Bolívar and Flamengo, background on Club Bolívar, and of course address once and for all the whining about altitude! Follow Sepe! Twitter: @bolivar_news Youtube: @bolivarnews3274 Facebook: Bolívar News + Instagram: bolivar_newsok Club Bolívar's "Socio Centenario" https://bolivarcentenario.com/shop Follow us on Twitter! @TheSmokingSnk @enrick_1011 @santosfc_ingles

    Episode 108 - Vasco Unveil Coutinho, Matheus Pereira Shines, Flamengo Fall to Fortaleza, and More!

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 16, 2024 49:57


    Enrick and Peter are back to talk Copa do Brasil + matchweeks 16 and 17 in the Brasileirão! Follow us on Twitter! @TheSmokingSnk @enrick_1011 @santosfc_ingles

    Episode 107 - Matchweeks 13, 14, & 15 in the Brasileirão

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 10, 2024 59:53


    Enrick and Peter talk through 3 exciting matchweeks in Brazil's top flight. Follow us on Twitter! @TheSmokingSnk @enrick_1011 @santosfc_ingles

    Episode 106 - Brazil ELIMINATED by Uruguay Reaction

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 8, 2024 40:16


    A distraught and disappointed Enrick and Peter discuss Brazil vs Uruguay. Follow us on Twitter! @TheSmokingSnk @enrick_1011 @santosfc_ingles

    Episode 105 - Brazil vs Colombia Reaction

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 3, 2024 28:17


    Enrick and Peter review and analyze Brazil's final group stage match of the 2024 Copa America against Colombia. Follow us on Twitter! @TheSmokingSnk @enrick_1011 @santosfc_ingles

    Episode 104 - MWs 11 & 12, GreNal, & Fla-Flu

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 29, 2024 52:33


    Enrick and Peter analyze matchweeks 11 and 12 in the Brasileirão. Follow us on Twitter! @TheSmokingSnk @enrick_1011 @santosfc_ingles

    Episode 103 - Brazil vs Paraguay Reaction

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 29, 2024 21:52


    Enrick and Peter react to Brazil's Copa America group stage match against Paraguay. Follow us on Twitter! @TheSmokingSnk @enrick_1011 @santosfc_ingles

    Episode 102 - Brazil vs Costa Rica Reaction

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 25, 2024 27:20


    Enrick and Peter react to Brazil's opening match against Costa Rica in the 2024 Copa America. Follow us on Twitter! @TheSmokingSnk @enrick_1011 @santosfc_ingles

    Episode 101 - Palmerias Flex Muscle, Relegation Battle, & Dudu Transfer Saga

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 22, 2024 57:21


    Enrick and Peter discuss matchweeks 9 and 10 in the Brasileirão including big wins from Palmerias and Flamengo, the relegation battle, Atl. Mineiro, and much more! Follow us on Twitter! @TheSmokingSnk @enrick_1011 @santosfc_ingles

    Episode 100 - Libertadores, Seleção Friendlies, Matchweek 8

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 15, 2024 69:34


    Enrick and Peter celebrate the 100th episode of The Smoking Snake by talking through the R16 match-ups in Libertadores and Sudamericana, discussing the recent friendlies against México and USA, and of course round 8 in the Brasileirão. Follow us on Twitter! @TheSmokingSnk @enrick_1011 @santosfc_ingles

    Episode 99 - Atlético MG with Galo New Jersey's Stanley Cunha

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 12, 2024 61:04


    Enrick and Peter are joined today by Stanley Cunha. Stanley is a lifelong Atlético Mineiro supporter who founded Galo New Jersey, a "pre-consulate" outpost in the US for fans of the Minas Gerais giants. Stanley tells us about his personal history, the "almost" years of the 70s and 80s, finally winning Libertadores with Ronaldinho, the league title in 2021, and of course the modern day team of Gabriel Milito. Follow Stanley on Twitter: @consuladogalonj Follow Stanley on Instagram: @GaloNewJersey Follow Stanley on Facebook: Galo New Jersey ! Help Rio Grande do Sul ! Use the links below to help donate relief funds to the residents of Rio Grande do Sul as they continue to be impacted by the devastating floods in Brazil's Southeast. ⁠⁠⁠⁠RS Government Link for International Donations⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠Rio Grande do Sul Humanitarian Campaign⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠UN High Counsel for Refugees

    Episode 98 - Libertadores Draw, Corinthians Crisis, & Flamengo Embarrass Vasco

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 8, 2024 57:53


    We've switched up the format today! We start with Grêmio and Inter in the Libertadores and Sudamericana respectively before moving on to the Brasileirão. We talk the crises at Corinthians and Fluminense as well as Flamengo's shelling of Vasco da Gama. ! Help Rio Grande do Sul ! Use the links below to help donate relief funds to the residents of Rio Grande do Sul as they continue to be impacted by the devastating floods in Brazil's Southeast. ⁠⁠⁠RS Government Link for International Donations⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠Rio Grande do Sul Humanitarian Campaign⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠UN High Counsel for Refugees

    Episode 97 - Transfer Rumor Mill, Copa do Brasil & Libertadores Catch-Up

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 2, 2024 57:26


    Enrick and Peter are back to talk more Brazillian football. They run through the transfer rumors including Oscar's possible and long awaited return to Brazil from China. They take a look at how giant Santos is performing in Serie B before pivoting to Copa do Brazil and ultimately Libertadores/Sudamericana. ! Help Rio Grande do Sul ! Use the links below to help donate relief funds to the residents of Rio Grande do Sul as they continue to be impacted by the devastating floods in Brazil's Southeast. ⁠⁠RS Government Link for International Donations⁠⁠ ⁠⁠Rio Grande do Sul Humanitarian Campaign⁠⁠ ⁠⁠UN High Counsel for Refugees

    Episode 96 - Brasiliense FC's Emmanuel Luiz

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 1, 2024 63:32


    Enrick and Peter welcome Brasiliense's Coordinator of Observations and Analysis Emmanuel Luiz to the podcast! Emmanuel talks us through his passion for the game, his career, winning his first trophy, his thoughts on his beloved Fluminense, and of course the recent exit of Brasiliense's coach at halftime! Follow Emmanuel and his club on Twitter: @EmmanuelLuiz12 @BrasilienseFC Follow Emmanuel on IG: @emmanuelbbn ! Help Rio Grande do Sul ! Use the links below to help donate relief funds to the residents of Rio Grande do Sul as they continue to be impacted by the devastating floods in Brazil's Southeast. ⁠⁠⁠RS Government Link for International Donations⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠Rio Grande do Sul Humanitarian Campaign⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠UN High Counsel for Refugees

    Episode 95 - Brasileirão is Suspended + GabigolGate

    Play Episode Listen Later May 18, 2024 61:54


    Enrick and Peter are back to discuss the recent news and last weekend's matches coming out of the world's most exciting league. The Brasileirão is officially suspended for two match weeks as the devastation in Rio Grande do Sul continues, Gabigol got himself into hot water, Athletico-PR take the lead in the league, Vasco's owners are in some big trouble, & much more! ! Help Rio Grande do Sul ! Use the links below to help donate relief funds to the residents of Rio Grande do Sul as they continue to be impacted by the devastating floods in Brazil's Southeast. ⁠⁠RS Government Link for International Donations⁠⁠ ⁠⁠Rio Grande do Sul Humanitarian Campaign⁠⁠ ⁠⁠UN High Counsel for Refugees

    Episode 94 - Interview with Andrei Alba

    Play Episode Listen Later May 16, 2024 63:12


    Enrick & Peter sit down with Brazilian midfielder Andrei Alba to talk through his life and career. Andrei walks us through his journey from growing up in Rio Grande do Sul, his path to Chapecoense, the aftermath of the horrific air disaster in 2016, triumphs at Real Brasília, and his most recent experiences playing for Albania's KF Erzeni. Follow Andrei on IG: @andreialba ! Help Rio Grande do Sul ! Use the links below to help donate relief funds to the residents of Rio Grande do Sul as they continue to be impacted by the devastating floods in Brazil's Southeast. ⁠RS Government Link for International Donations⁠ ⁠Rio Grande do Sul Humanitarian Campaign⁠ ⁠UN High Counsel for Refugees

    Episode 93 - Flamengo Stumble, Bahia Brilliant, & Milito's Magic

    Play Episode Listen Later May 10, 2024 63:12


    Use the links below to help donate relief funds to the residents of Rio Grande do Sul as they continue to be impacted by the devastating floods in Brazil's Southeast. RS Government Link for International Donations Rio Grande do Sul Humanitarian Campaign UN High Counsel for Refugees

    Episode 92 - Week of Wesley, Bolasie Buries Vasco, & Botafogo's Black Panther

    Play Episode Listen Later May 4, 2024 57:47


    Enrick & Peter are back to talk about round 4 of the Brasileirão and round of 16 in the Copa do Brasil. Follow us on Twitter! @TheSmokingSnk @enrick_1011 @santosfc_ingles

    Episode 91 - The 2024 Brasileirão is ON, Kendry vs Endrick, and Streaming Update

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 27, 2024 59:17


    Enrick and Peter return to talk through the first 3 matchweeks of the 2024 Brasileirão, Libertadores, and Sudamericana. They also give an update on the status of international streaming rights to the league and much more! We have an upcoming interview with a Portuguese speaker. Please let us know via the poll on this episode OR the poll on Twitter OR tweet at us, which format you'd prefer. Follow us on Twitter! @TheSmokingSnk @enrick_1011 @santosfc_ingles

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