Podcast appearances and mentions of Brian Schmetzer

Aaron joins Jeremiah to answer your burning questions as we roll into the 8-week World Cup break. I'm sure none of you have any lingering queries that you are just dying for an answer on. Topics range from Jordan Morris, the rise of young Snyder Brunell, tactical formations and the longevity of our long-time coach, Brian Schmetzer.Sponsor

Aaron joins Jeremiah to answer your burning questions as we roll into the 8-week World Cup break. I'm sure none of you have any lingering queries that you are just dying for an answer on. Topics range from Jordan Morris, the rise of young Snyder Brunell, tactical formations and the longevity of our long-time coach, Brian Schmetzer.Sponsor

In the third hour, Dave Softy Mahler and Dick Fain chat with Jon Wilner about the Big Ten meeting this week in Southern California, the College Football Playoff and changes to schedules, and Brendan Sorsby, then they discuss how the Mariners are using closer Andres Munoz right now, plus visit with Seattle Sounders Head Coach Brian Schmetzer.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Seattle Sounders FC Head Coach Brian Schmetzer joins Dave Softy Mahler and Dick Fain to talk about the team’s loss to the LA Galaxy last week, Danny Musovski losing a tooth, the continued offensive issues for them, especially looking at the long World Cup break ahead, facing LAFC on the road this weekend, and an Alex Roldan health update.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In the third hour, Dave Softy Mahler and Dick Fain chat with Jon Wilner about a war of words between Lane Kiffin and Steve Sarkisian, college football scheduling, and more, then the guys react to Howard Schultz writing a column about business in Seattle, then Seattle Sounders FC Head Coach Brian Schmetzer talks about their draw last weekend.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Seattle Sounders FC Head Coach Brian Schmetzer joins Softy and Dick Fain to discuss the team’s latest draw coming against San Diego last weekend, the efforts to get more offense from the team and find one forward to take over, the packed week for both his team and the next opponent, facing San Jose tomorrow, plus their coach Bruce Arena.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In the third hour, Dave Softy Mahler and Dick Fain chat with Jon Wilner about finances for UW in the Big Ten compared to the Pac-12, plus the future of the Spring Game, then the guys revisit their conversation with Mariners star Julio Rodriguez from earlier today before Sounders FC Head Coach Brian Schmetzer talks about their draw last weekend.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Seattle Sounders FC Head Coach Brian Schmetzer joins Softy and Dick Fain to discuss the team’s 1-1 tie against last place Kansas City, Cristian Roldan’s uncharacteristic play that led to SKC’s one goal, San Diego coming up at home this Saturday night and their disappointing season so far, plus 3 injury updates as the team continues to get healthy.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In the third hour, Dave Softy Mahler and Dick Fain talk to Jon Wilner about the reported NCAA Tournament expansion coming and football playoff, then chat with Hawks legend Shaun Alexander about Seattle’s Super Bowl and the Seahawks drafting Jadarian Price in the first round, then Sounders Head Coach Brian Schmetzer discusses their last win.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Seattle Sounders FC Head Coach Brian Schmetzer joins Softy and Dick Fain to react to Jackson Felts’ call over the weekend then dive deep into the win over Dallas, the injury questions on the team including Albert Rusnak with a hamstring and Cristian Roldan in concussion protocol, then look to Saturday’s game in Kansas City against a bad team.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In the third hour, Dave Softy Mahler and Dick Fain chat with Jon Wilner about the wide receivers in the NFL Draft this week and more, then react to Dick’s Mariners Twitter poll, chat with Brian Schmetzer about the Sounders recent scoring success, then get some NFL Draft week insight on Kansas City with Soren Petros and Arizona with Jody Oehler.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Seattle Sounders FC Head Coach Brian Schmetzer joins Softy and Dick Fain to discuss the team’s improving offense, the two goals Cristian Roldan scored last week that were exactly the same, the defense giving up a goal late but the question of if a referee should add any time in a blowout, and Dallas coming up next with Jackson on the call.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

After an unfortunate exit from Concacaf Champions Cup, the Seattle Sounders returned to league play with a bang, beating St. Louis CITY SC 4-1 at Lumen Field in MLS Matchday 8. We'll give our takeaways from a cathartic result, then dive into our thought exercise of the week, where we'll discuss how Seattle stacks up against some of the other frontrunners in the Western Conference, including LAFC, Vancouver and San Jose. After previewing this weekend's match vs. FC Dallas, we'll close it out by bringing in Sounder at Heart overlord Jeremiah Oshan for a can't-miss discussion on Brian Schmetzer's reponse to Andrés Lillini's allegations regarding the Seattle Sounders, Obed Vargas and the Mexico national team.Follow Lobbing Scorchers: YouTube Instagram Bluesky TikTok Facebook Ari Liljenwall Noah Riffe Niko MorenoSPONSORS☕️ Lobbing Scorchers Kickoff is presented by QED Coffee a Seattle based roaster, coffee shop and coffee subscription service. Visit them in person at one of the three Seattle locations or online and use code ‘LS74' for 25% off across the site: https://www.lobbingscorchers.com/coffeeHaxan Ferments - Specializing in unique, small-batch fermented hot sauces and vinegars, Haxan Ferments is handcrafted in Georgetown and made with the best local ingredients from across the Pacific Northwest. Use Code LS for a FREE Hot Sauce w/ purchase!Sounder at Heart - Our network host and biggest supporter, Sounder at Heart covers the Seattle Sounders, Seattle Reign, and MUCH MORE! Subscribe and Support to the BEST independent Seattle Soccer coverage.Podium Edmonds - Located at 114 4th Ave N, just off Main Street in the heart of Downtown Edmonds, come shop and explore the best menswear in the Pacific Northwest. Tell them Lobbing Scorchers sent you!Full Pull Wines - Founded in 2009, they the best boutique wines of the world to members, with special focus on our home, the Pacific Northwest.MLS Store - New year, new gear! The 2026 MLS jerseys are here, and MLSStore is the ultimate destination for every fan. Every purchase helps support our show!Lobbing Scorchers is a production of Just Once Media.Lobbing Scorchers is a Seattle Sounders and MLS focused show brought to you by Sounder at Heart. Hosted by Major League Soccer's Ari Liljenwall and Producer Noah Riffe. Join us as we lob our scorching takes on the American soccer landscape, Seattle Sounders, Major League Soccer, USMNT and more.Contact: lobbingscorchers@justoncemedia.com

In the third hour, Dave Softy Mahler and Dick Fain chat with Jon Wilner about Learfield purchase fallout, gambling, UW basketball and football, plus Big Ten sports dominance, then update the Mike Vrabel-Dianna Russini situation, talk to Brian Schmetzer about the Sounders Concacaf game against Tigres tomorrow and preview Mariners-Padres today.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Seattle Sounders FC Head Coach Brian Schmetzer joins Softy and Dick Fain to discuss the teams’ Concacaf series against Tigres and leg two tomorrow at Lumen Field, finally returning home to play on grass, the great defense and lacking offense right now, some injuries on the team and trying to get the defense healthy, and his least favorite reporter.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

A massive week awaits the Seattle Sounders, as the Rave Green welcome mighty Tigres UANL to Lumen Field to close out the Concacaf Champions Cup quarterfinals. Facing a 2-0 aggregate deficit after Leg 1, can Seattle celebrate their long-awaited homecoming with a comeback and keep their CCC title dreams alive? And will Jesus Ferreira be in the starting XI for the series finale after his surprising omission in the first leg? We'll break out the lineup builder and project exactly how we think Brian Schmetzer will line it up on Wednesday. Later on, we'll discuss Georgi Minoungou's big debut with the Colorado Rapids, which saw him log an assist in the same match where former Sounders homegrown Josh Atencio also found the scoresheet.Follow Lobbing Scorchers: YouTube Instagram Bluesky TikTok Facebook Ari Liljenwall Noah Riffe Niko MorenoSPONSORS☕️ Lobbing Scorchers Kickoff is presented by QED Coffee a Seattle based roaster, coffee shop and coffee subscription service. Visit them in person at one of the three Seattle locations or online and use code ‘LS74' for 25% off across the site: https://www.lobbingscorchers.com/coffeeHaxan Ferments - Specializing in unique, small-batch fermented hot sauces and vinegars, Haxan Ferments is handcrafted in Georgetown and made with the best local ingredients from across the Pacific Northwest. Use Code LS for a FREE Hot Sauce w/ purchase!Sounder at Heart - Our network host and biggest supporter, Sounder at Heart covers the Seattle Sounders, Seattle Reign, and MUCH MORE! Subscribe and Support to the BEST independent Seattle Soccer coverage.Podium Edmonds - Located at 114 4th Ave N, just off Main Street in the heart of Downtown Edmonds, come shop and explore the best menswear in the Pacific Northwest. Tell them Lobbing Scorchers sent you!Full Pull Wines - Founded in 2009, they the best boutique wines of the world to members, with special focus on our home, the Pacific Northwest.MLS Store - New year, new gear! The 2026 MLS jerseys are here, and MLSStore is the ultimate destination for every fan. Every purchase helps support our show!Lobbing Scorchers is a production of Just Once Media.Lobbing Scorchers is a Seattle Sounders and MLS focused show brought to you by Sounder at Heart. Hosted by Major League Soccer's Ari Liljenwall and Producer Noah Riffe. Join us as we lob our scorching takes on the American soccer landscape, Seattle Sounders, Major League Soccer, USMNT and more.Contact: lobbingscorchers@justoncemedia.com

Lobbing Scorchers', Ari Liljenwall and Noah Riffe regroup after a tough Leg 1 of the Concacaf Champions Cup quarterfinal. The Seattle Sounders sit in a 2-0 aggregate hole against Tigres UANL after failing to score at El Volcán. Can the Rave Green flip the script at Lumen Field, or is this year's CCC campaign headed for an unceremonious end?Lobbing Scorchers questions Jesus Ferreira's omission from the Sounders FC starting XI, and if Brian Schmetzer got the subs wrong in Mexico, and if Seattle fans should be concerned about the attack as a whole.This week's Agenda Check: Should Seattle Sounders fans want MLS Cup or Concacaf Champions Cup? Has Jesus Ferreira proven he should be the starting No. 10? Is it time for the Seattle Sounders to sign a left back in the summer window?Ari and Noah round out the show with the top headlines around Major League Soccer. James Rodríguez suffers severe dehydration amid a weird tenure with Minnesota United. Portland Timbers head coach Phil Neville questions a reporter on the security of his job. 34-year-old Neymar linked with FC Cincinnati after a brutal start to the 2026 season.Follow Lobbing Scorchers: YouTube Instagram Bluesky TikTok Facebook Ari Liljenwall Noah Riffe Niko MorenoSPONSORSQED Coffee - a Seattle based roaster, coffee shop and coffee subscription service is the title sponsor for Lobbing Scorchers Kickoff. Visit them in person at one of the three Seattle locations or online and use code ‘LS74' for 25% off across the site.Haxan Ferments - Specializing in unique, small-batch fermented hot sauces and vinegars, Haxan Ferments is handcrafted in Georgetown and made with the best local ingredients from across the Pacific Northwest. Use Code LS for a FREE Hot Sauce w/ purchase!Sounder at Heart - Our network host and biggest supporter, Sounder at Heart covers the Seattle Sounders, Seattle Reign, and MUCH MORE! Subscribe and Support to the BEST independent Seattle Soccer coverage.Podium Edmonds - Located at 114 4th Ave N, just off Main Street in the heart of Downtown Edmonds, come shop and explore the best menswear in the Pacific Northwest. Tell them Lobbing Scorchers sent you!Full Pull Wines - Founded in 2009, they the best boutique wines of the world to members, with special focus on our home, the Pacific Northwest.MLS Store - New year, new gear! The 2026 MLS jerseys are here, and MLSStore is the ultimate destination for every fan. Every purchase helps support our show!Lobbing Scorchers is a production of Just Once Media.Lobbing Scorchers is a Seattle Sounders and MLS focused show brought to you by Sounder at Heart. Hosted by Major League Soccer's Ari Liljenwall and Producer Noah Riffe. Join us as we lob our scorching takes on the American soccer landscape, Seattle Sounders, Major League Soccer, USMNT and more.Contact: lobbingscorchers@justoncemedia.com

In the third hour, Dave Softy Mahler and Dick Fain chat with Kevin Kugler about the full NCAA Tournament including the East region, parity, injuries, Duke, Arizona, and more, then Fain shares his Final Four picks in the tournament before discussing the Dodgers’ Miguel Rojas story and then Sounders coach Brian Schmetzer previews tonight’s game.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Seattle Sounders FC Head Coach Brian Schmetzer joins Softy and Dick to talk about tonight’s Concacaf game against Vancouver in Spokane, his coaching changing a little bit with a 3-0 series lead right now, the team’s win in San Jose with young players last weekend, including Peter Kingston, plus injury updates including Jordan Morris’ return.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Seattle Sounders FC Head Coach Brian Schmetzer joins Dave Softy Mahler and Dick Fain to talk about the team’s loss in Salt Lake, why they cannot win there, the injuries on the team right now including Jordan Morris, and St. Louis coming up this weekend.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

(This is the final of three interviews that were done while Jeremiah and Noah Riffe of Lobbing Scorchers were visiting the Sounders preseason in Marbella, Spain.) Jeremiah got the chance to sit down and talk to head coach Brian Schmetzer. We also learn what Brian's stance on umbrellas are as a Seattle native.Sponsor

(This is the final of three interviews that were done while Jeremiah and Noah Riffe of Lobbing Scorchers were visiting the Sounders preseason in Marbella, Spain.) Jeremiah got the chance to sit down and talk to head coach Brian Schmetzer. We also learn what Brian's stance on umbrellas are as a Seattle native.Sponsor

Seattle Sounders FC Head Coach Brian Schmetzer joins Dave Softy Mahler and Dick Fain to talk about how he spent his off-season, his feelings on the team and his offense starting the season on Sunday, Obed Vargas departing, a major injury, and his keeper.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Niko joins Jeremiah to break down the start of the Sounders preseason. They discuss coach Brian Schmetzer's emphasis on player accountability, the internal competition among what seems like 15 players and a high-level of commitment shown by big players like Jordan Morris, Jesus Ferreira and Albert Rusnák. Jeremiah and Niko also talk about new signings Hassani Dotson and Sebastian Gomez as well as the addition of new assistant coach, Ricardo Clark. And of course, the seemingly ongoing drama around Obed Vargas' status. Jeremiah also announced the launch of Sounder at Heart's first print magazine, “IV”, coming soon.Follow Niko Moreno on BlueSky and YouTube.Sponsor

Niko joins Jeremiah to break down the start of the Sounders preseason. They discuss coach Brian Schmetzer's emphasis on player accountability, the internal competition among what seems like 15 players and a high-level of commitment shown by big players like Jordan Morris, Jesus Ferreira and Albert Rusnák. Jeremiah and Niko also talk about new signings Hassani Dotson and Sebastian Gomez as well as the addition of new assistant coach, Ricardo Clark. And of course, the seemingly ongoing drama around Obed Vargas' status. Jeremiah also announced the launch of Sounder at Heart's first print magazine, “IV”, coming soon.Follow Niko Moreno on BlueSky and YouTube.Sponsor

After a much-needed Thanksgiving hiatus, we are back with our Seattle Sounders offseason coverage. We'll react to the club's year-end roster announcements from last week, as well as Craig Waibel and Brian Schmetzer's press conference. With MLS Cup 2025 now set, we'll also preview Saturday's heavyweight showdown between Vancouver Whitecaps FC and Inter Miami CF.Follow Lobbing Scorchers: YouTube Instagram Bluesky TikTok Ari Liljenwall Noah RiffeSPONSORSHaxan Ferments - Specializing in unique, small-batch fermented hot sauces and vinegars, Haxan Ferments is handcrafted in Georgetown and made with the best local ingredients from across the Pacific Northwest. Use Code LS for a FREE Hot Sauce w/ purchase!Sounder at Heart - Our network host and biggest supporter, Sounder at Heart covers the Seattle Sounders, Seattle Reign, and MUCH MORE! Subscribe and Support to the BEST independent Seattle Soccer coverage.Podium Edmonds - Located at 114 4th Ave N, just off Main Street in the heart of Downtown Edmonds, come shop and explore the best menswear in the Pacific Northwest. Tell them Lobbing Scorchers sent you!Full Pull Wines - Founded in 2009, they the best boutique wines of the world to members, with special focus on our home, the Pacific Northwest.Seattle Sounders Tickets - Get tickets to an upcoming match straight from the club and help support the show at the same time.MLS Season Pass - MLS Season Pass is back on Apple TV with access to every single MLS match—including Leagues Cup and the entire Audi MLS Cup Playoffs—with no blackouts! Subscribe today to support the show.MLS Store - New year, new gear! The 2025 MLS jerseys are here, and MLSStore is the ultimate destination for every fan. Every purchase helps support our show!Lobbing Scorchers is a production of Just Once Media.Lobbing Scorchers is a Seattle Sounders and MLS focused show brought to you by Sounder at Heart. Hosted by Major League Soccer's Ari Liljenwall and Producer Noah Riffe. Join us as we lob our scorching takes on the American soccer landscape, Seattle Sounders, Major League Soccer, USMNT and more.Contact: lobbingscorchers@justoncemedia.com

In the third hour, Dave Softy Mahler chats with Kevin Harlan about the Seahawks win over Arizona and Rams up next, plus other NFL stories, then Dick Fain rejoins to talk about tomorrow’s AL MVP vote then Sounders Head Coach Brian Schmetzer jumps on.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Seattle Sounders FC Head Coach Brian Schmetzer joins Dave Softy Mahler and Dick Fain to talk about the team’s season ending loss in Minnesota last weekend, the change at goalkeeper, various roster questions for the off-season ahead, and a 2025 reflection.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Seattle Sounders FC Head Coach Brian Schmetzer joins Dave Softy Mahler and Dick Fain to talk about the team’s season ending loss in Minnesota last weekend, the change at goalkeeper, various roster questions for the off-season ahead, and a 2025 reflection.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In the third hour, Dave Softy Mahler and Dick Fain chat with Jon Wilner about the UW playoff expectations and rankings, plus major games coming up, then they discuss the Huskies in the Big Ten before Sounders Head Coach Brian Schmetzer joins the show.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Seattle Sounders FC Head Coach Brian Schmetzer joins Dave Softy Mahler and Dick Fain to talk about the team’s season-saving win last night in game two at home, game three in Minnesota this Saturday, the major strategic changes and a possible new injury.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In the third hour, Dave Softy Mahler and Dick Fain chat with Jon Wilner about UW’s win over Illinois, Wisconsin ahead, and Oregon, then discuss Jedd Fisch’s future either with the Huskies or elsewhere, then Sounders Head Coach Brian Schmetzer joins the show.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Seattle Sounders FC Head Coach joins Dave Softy Mahler and Dick Fain to talk about his team losing game one of the first round of the playoffs last night in penalty kicks in Minnesota, the shootout dynamics, game two ahead next Monday and what to expect.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In the third hour, Dave Softy Mahler and Dick Fain talk to Hugh Millen about the end of the Mariners season and Seahawks then Sounders Head Coach Brian Schmetzer joins.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Seattle Sounders FC Head Coach Brian Schmetzer joins Dave Softy Mahler and Dick Fain to talk about facing Minnesota in the first round of the playoffs and a major injury.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Tonight on Sounders Weekly, Jackson Felts reacts to Seattle's 1-0 win over RSL including Brian Schmetzer's postgame comments, then Ari Liljenwall jumps on to take a look at the various playoff scenarios ahead before Jessica Charman dives deep into the Decision Day match against New York City FC.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Jon Wilner tells the guys anything and everything Ryan Walters, UW Defensive Coordinator joins to discuss where the Huskies are right now, how they came back against Maryland and more about where this team is going. Brian Schmetzer, Sounders Head Coach calls in to talk about the Sounders' efforts on Saturday, specifically with the first win over Portland in quite some time. He takes us through the details of the game. What can he do with the roster as international play begins?See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

A Celebration of Seattle: A Story Born of Passion, Rivalry, and Glory. Come revel in one of American soccer's most beautiful and beloved soccer cities ahead of one of our most historic rivalry matches, featuring some Seattle icons plus your new Leagues Cup champions! Join Rog as he sits down with Seahawks great Marcus Trufant, Sounders forward Paul Rothrock, Sounders manager Brian Schmetzer, and NASL pioneer and Sounders legend Jimmy McAlister. Presented by Walmart and Major League Soccer.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

It's rivalry week, and there's no bigger stage than Seattle vs Portland. Zakuani and Evans preview Saturday night's clash with the Timbers (7:30p PT – Apple TV/MLS Season Pass, 950 KJR AM, SiriusXM FC 157, El Rey 1360 AM). The guys break down Cristian Roldan's USMNT call-up and what might be his best season yet, plus a look at the razor-thin Western Conference playoff race — could LAFC or Minnesota be waiting in Round 1? And speaking of LAFC… they're heating up at just the wrong time for everyone else. We'll also rewind to Men in Blazers' night at Showbox Sodo featuring Jimmy McAllister, Brian Schmetzer, the Roldan brothers, and Paul Rothrock. And to close, a special conversation with Dionna Washington from STEM Paths Innovation Network (SPIN) — a Change Champion making a difference through high-quality STEM+Arts programs for King County youth who need it most.

In the third hour, Dick Fain and Jackson Felts chat with Jon Wilner about UW’s loss to Ohio State, talk to Brian Schmetzer as the Seattle Sounders get ready for the Portland Timbers, cover all things Mariners with Larry Stone, plus discuss Julio Rodriguez’s year.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Seattle Sounders FC Head Coach Brian Schmetzer joins Dick Fain and Jackson Felts to talk about the team’s draw against Vancouver last weekend, new injuries to the team this week, plus the Portland Timbers coming to town this week and their season so far.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In the third hour, Dave Softy Mahler and Dick Fain chat with Hugh Millen about the Seahawks facing the Cardinals on Thursday Night Football in Arizona and preview the game for Seattle, then visit with Seattle Sounders FC Head Coach Brian Schmetzer.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The Seattle Sounders appear to have a bit of a goalkeeper controversy. It's not that Stefan Frei has played poorly as much as it is he's failed to firmly take hold of the spot. Sounders head coach Brian Schmetzer effectively confirmed the tenuous nature of the battle between Frei and backup Andrew Thomas on Friday.Jeremiah, Niko and Tim discuss that as well as the brewing position battle in the attack as Pedro de la Vega, Albert Rusnák and Jordan Morris all return to the fold.Follow Niko Moreno on BlueSky and YouTube.Sponsor

The Seattle Sounders appear to have a bit of a goalkeeper controversy. It's not that Stefan Frei has played poorly as much as it is he's failed to firmly take hold of the spot. Sounders head coach Brian Schmetzer effectively confirmed the tenuous nature of the battle between Frei and backup Andrew Thomas on Friday.Jeremiah, Niko and Tim discuss that as well as the brewing position battle in the attack as Pedro de la Vega, Albert Rusnák and Jordan Morris all return to the fold.Follow Niko Moreno on BlueSky and YouTube.Sponsor

It was a tough result for the Seattle Sounders in Matchday 33, with an unfortunate late concession making for a 2-2 draw vs. LA Galaxy at Lumen Field. With Inter Miami and the Crashout Barca Boys up next on a short turnaround, we'll assess what went wrong at the end of Saturday's match and preview Tuesday's showdown in South Florida. We'll also discuss Brian Schmetzer's decision on the ongoing competition for the No. 1 goalkeeper position between Stefan Frei and Andrew Thomas.SPONSORSHaxan Ferments - Specializing in unique, small-batch fermented hot sauces and vinegars, Haxan Ferments is handcrafted in Georgetown and made with the best local ingredients from across the Pacific Northwest. Use Code LS for a FREE Hot Sauce w/ purchase!Sounder at Heart - Our network host and biggest supporter, Sounder at Heart covers the Seattle Sounders, Seattle Reign, and MUCH MORE! Subscribe and Support to the BEST independent Seattle Soccer coverage.Podium Edmonds - Located at 114 4th Ave N, just off Main Street in the heart of Downtown Edmonds, come shop and explore the best menswear in the Pacific Northwest. Tell them Lobbing Scorchers sent you!Full Pull Wines - Founded in 2009, they the best boutique wines of the world to members, with special focus on our home, the Pacific Northwest.My Data Removal - Data brokers are selling your personal information! Fight back with My Data Removal. Hunt down and scrub your sensitive information from the internet. Use code "LS" for $10 off your annual plan.Seattle Sounders Tickets - Get tickets to an upcoming match straight from the club and help support the show at the same time.MLS Season Pass - MLS Season Pass is back on Apple TV with access to every single MLS match—including Leagues Cup and the entire Audi MLS Cup Playoffs—with no blackouts! Subscribe today to support the show.MLS Store - New year, new gear! The 2025 MLS jerseys are here, and MLSStore is the ultimate destination for every fan. Every purchase helps support our show!Follow Lobbing Scorchers: YouTube Instagram Bluesky TikTok Ari Liljenwall Noah RiffeLobbing Scorchers is a production of Just Once Media.Lobbing Scorchers is a Seattle Sounders and MLS focused show brought to you by Sounder at Heart. Hosted by Major League Soccer's Ari Liljenwall and Producer Noah Riffe. Join us as we lob our scorching takes on the American soccer landscape, Seattle Sounders, Major League Soccer, USMNT and more.

In the third hour, Dave Softy Mahler and Dick Fain chat with Jon Wilner about the UW blowout win over UC Davis and schedule, plus more college football, then they discuss the Seahawks schedule and DK Metcalf before Brian Schmetzer talks some Sounders.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Jeremiah and Niko recorded “What we learned this week” just a few minutes after the Leagues Cup Disciplinary Committee issued their suspensions to Luis Suarez, Sergio Busquets, Tomas Aviles and Steven Lenhart. That's a good start, but it's not the end of the punishment as more will surely be coming.They also discuss the coaching masterclass that Brian Schmetzer put on during the entirety of Leagues Cup.Follow Niko Moreno on BlueSky and YouTube.Sponsor

Jon Wilner from San Jose Mercury News joins the show to talk about Kalen DeBoer, Bill Belichick, and more from week 1 of college football. Update on the bet: should Dick offer Softy a buyout? Sounders FC head coach Brian Schmetzer joins the show to talk about the Leagues Cup victory vs Lionel Messi and Inter Miami.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In the third hour, Dave Softy Mahler chats with Bill Krueger about the Mariners possible playoff rotation, Hancock, Raleigh, and Suarez, then Jackson Felts rejoins to talk about the new Seahawks jerseys before Sounders coach Brian Schmetzer joins the program.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In the third hour, Dave Softy Mahler and Hugh Millen talk about the Michigan football scandal and Wolverines program, look ahead to the Seahawks final preseason game, cover Victor Robles, then Jackson joins to chat with Sounders coach Brian Schmetzer.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.