Podcast appearances and mentions of Jon Nelson

Football Fridays in Georgia checks in with Creekside head coach Maurice Dixon after the Seminoles' perfect 15-0 season and 2025 Class 4A state championship. Jon Nelson and Hannah Goodin discuss Creekside's record-setting offense, championship defense, national schedule, and what comes next for one of Georgia high school football's most watched programs.

Celebrating the launch of Soccer Down Here Lager, powered by NoFo Brew Co, live from Cumming, GA and discussing the World Cup, USMNT, and more with Jon Nelson, Jason Longshore, and Scott Flood.

Jon Nelson brings you the best of SDH AM this week with three guests worth your full attention. Marcelo Balboa drops in before heading to CBS's World Cup coverage in Connecticut, sharing his read on the USMNT camp in suburban Atlanta, the Pochettino roster cut controversy, and what this group needs to do to go deep in the tournament. Then Michael Parkhurst of Beyond Goals Mentoring breaks down what it feels like to wear the national team jersey, how chemistry gets built under pressure, and why the feedback loop between coaches and players matters more than most people realize. Finally, Philip Poole, head coach and general manager of the Carolina Ascent, talks about building a club from scratch, staying true to an identity through two rough patches in the season, and what it takes to get to a Cambridge Super League final. All that plus a USL Super League title on the line Saturday night in Lexington, Kentucky.

Jon Nelson takes you through some of the best segments from SDH AM (Monday-Friday, 9:05 start time on the Soccer Down Here YouTube and Twitch channels). In this week's editions, Columbus radio commentator Chris Doran gets you caught up on the Crew ahead of Atlanta United's visit on Sunday, Apple TV's Sammy Sadovnik looks around MLS in the final weekend before the World Cup break, and Jon introduces you to the amazing story of Brooklyn FC's Taimo Okiyoshi.

What if your brain got stuck in sadness and never reset? What does it feel like when joy disappears completely? Can a person love their family deeply and still want to die? What do you do when treatment after treatment fails? What if the difference between despair and recovery is electrical? How can we better recognize invisible struggles in those around us? Join Eagleman with guest Jon Nelson, a man who suffered for years under the grip of depression, and finally found a science-fiction like treatment which gave him relief.

Its a Soccer Down Here takeover! Maddison Crews and Jon Nelson recap Atlanta United's 1-1 draw against Orlando City SC and what to expect as the club continues on its long road-trip.

Jon Nelson takes you through some of the best interviews from this week on SDH AM. Watch every Monday-Friday starting at 9:05 on the Soccer Down Here YouTube and Twitch channels. This week, hear about Orlando City from Mike Gramajo ahead of tonight's match, UGA hosting a soccer match at Sanford Stadium from head coach Keidane McAlpine, and FIFA's grant to Atlanta non-profit Field of Dreams Academy.

Jon Nelson gets you ready for the weekend ahead in MLS with the SDH Week in Review. Apple TV commentators Ramses Sandoval and Kacey White, along with Pulso Sports' Niko Moreno, discuss all the latest around the league.

Rep. Jon Nelson, Rugby, joins Afternoons Live with Tyler Axness to discuss the next steps now that Judge Traynor has made his ruling.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Jon Nelson brings you the best of SDH AM from the week of April 24, 2026. Three conversations worth your time heading into the weekend. First, Craig Forrest and James Charman from Footy Prime join for opposition research ahead of Atlanta United's Saturday matinee at BMO Field. The Toronto FC breakdown covers Josh Sargent's early impact, Daniel Shalloway's emergence as a goal-scoring star, the back line questions Robin Fraser is still working through, and Luca Gavrón's keeper goal that nobody saw coming. Then, Atlanta United director of methodology Javier Pérez drops in on short notice to talk about two years of building the academy and twos from the ground up. He covers the U-16 side's GA Cup championship run, a competitive showing against Valencia CF at U-15, and where he sees the next wave of first-team talent coming from, including Cooper Sanchez as exhibit A. To close, Front Office Sports reporter Margaret Fleming joins to break down the NWSL's announcement of its 18th franchise in Columbus, Ohio. The conversation covers rising expansion fees, how Atlanta's 2028 entry raises the bar for facilities league-wide, venue sizing concerns in Denver and Boston, and why the league might be better served consolidating now rather than continuing to expand. Soccer Down Here covers the beautiful game from a Southern perspective. Find the Morning Espresso newsletter at soccerdownhere.net.

In this episode, you get a breakdown of the massive Georgia high school football coaching carousel with 89 changes across the state. Jon Nelson and Hannah Goodin sit down with new Rockmart head coach Rich Fendley to discuss his move, reclassification challenges, and expectations in Class AAA. We also highlight key hires, major program shifts, and what this unprecedented offseason means for the future of Georgia football.

Jon Nelson takes you through some of the best interviews of this week on SDH AM. Check the show out Monday-Friday on the Soccer Down Here YouTube and Twitch channels or as its own podcast at soccerdownhere.net. This week, he spoke with Chicago Fire radio commentator Max Anderson, Apple TV MLS commentator Steve Cangialosi, and Canadian Premier League Executive Vice President Costa Smyrniotis. Max helps get you ready for Atlanta United's trip to Soldier Field, Steve gives you a look around the league, and Costa discusses the rules trials the CPL is doing this season to help FIFA and IFAB better understand how changes to the offside law might change the game.

Abe Gordon and Jon Nelson recap the 3-1 loss to Columbus Crew and share their thoughts on an Atlanta United season that is starting to feel like last years.

Jon Nelson takes you through the latest SDH Week in Review on Off the Woodwork. Columbus Crew commentator Chris Doran, US Soccer U20 head coach Rob Valentino, and Atlanta United Unified Team head coach Marty Jelleme are this week's guests.

Jason Longshore, Jon Nelson, and Madison Crews share their thoughts about the USMNT loss to Belgium at Mercedes-Benz Stadium, their takeaways, and their concerns. The USMNT is back in action at the Benz on Tuesday night hosting Portugal at 7pm.

Jon Nelson, Madison Crews, and Jason Longshore discuss the USMNT and the World Cup live from The Brewhouse Cafe. 

Abe Gordon and Jon Nelson recap what looked to be a promising start for Atlanta United but ended in a 0-0 result against DC United!

The GHSA basketball championships are just around the corner, and Jon Nelson takes you inside the action heading to Macon. Legendary Hebron Christian coach Jan Azar joins us to talk about leadership, building a team culture, and chasing another state title. Plus, 13WMAZ sports reporters Cecily Stoute and Sami Kostas preview the Middle Georgia teams and the electric atmospheres fans can expect during championship week.

Atlanta United returns home looking for answers after a difficult start to the season, and this week's SDH Week in Review brings insight from the voices who have been closest to the action. Jon Nelson is joined by Apple TV analyst Kacey White, who was on the call for Atlanta United's loss in San Jose, to break down what she saw from the Five Stripes and where the team can improve heading into the home opener. Next, Real Salt Lake radio commentator Landon Southwick joins the show to preview RSL ahead of their trip to Mercedes-Benz Stadium, including how Pablo Mastroeni's side is playing and what Atlanta should expect tactically. Finally, Miguel Gallardo, Spanish-language commentator with Apple TV, discusses calling tonight's match and reflects on one of the wildest moments of last weekend in MLS: Inter Miami's dramatic comeback against Orlando. Three perspectives from three broadcasters across MLS, all focused on the storylines shaping Atlanta United's week. Guests: Kacey White (Apple TV MLS Season Pass) Landon Southwick (Real Salt Lake Radio) Miguel Gallardo (Apple TV Spanish Broadcast)

Hello music lovers, and welcome to another edition of Why Music Matters. I'm your host, music journalist and musician Jeff Miers.   Today is a special day for the Why Music Matters team - we're celebrating our 50th episode. And as we do so, I'd like to thank all of you for listening and for your continued support. We're just getting started, and we've got some exciting new ventures planned for the future. Thanks for coming along on the ride.   A special episode demands a special guest, and today, we've got one, in the form of UB Professor of Music Jon Nelson.   I've known Jon for a long time, and have always been impressed and inspired by his love for music, as both a musician and an educator. Whether as co-founder of Pausa Art House, a vibrant home for jazz and contemporary chamber music in Buffalo; as a founding member of the renowned Meridian Arts Ensemble and leader of the brave and daring Genkin Philharmonic; or as an educator eager to push the envelope of the traditional with the student ensembles he leads at the University at Buffalo, Jon has been a tireless advocate for contemporary music. Jon's latest project involves the arrival of an archival recording of the Merdian Arts Ensemble performing at the home of the late, great composer, guitarist and iconoclast Frank Zappa. “The Zappa House Concert” documents Jon and the ensemble's 1996 performance for an audience of Zappa, his family, and a group of close friends, all recorded in Zappa's home studio, the Utility Muffin Research Kitchen, using a single microphone.   During our discussion, Jon tells us all about the experience, and he details what Zappa's work has meant to him throughout his musical journey.   Welcome to Why Music Matters, Jon Nelson!   You can find The Zappa House Concert through meridianartsensemble.com or bigroundrecords.com --- Produced by 678Main Studio and Creative Services https://678main.com --- Follow Why Music Matters on social media https://instagram.com/whymusicmatterspodcast https://www.facebook.com/whymusicmatterspodcast https://twitter.com/wmmpod

Madison Crews and Jon Nelson recap what was another discouraging 2-0 loss by Atlanta United to the hands of the San Jose Earthquake!

Jon Nelson gets you ready for Matchweek 2 in MLS with guests Kacey White of Apple TV, Ted Ramey of San Jose Earthquakes radio, and Max Anderson of Chicago Fire radio. Catch SDH AM Monday-Friday starting at 9:05am on the Soccer Down Here YouTube & Twitch channels.

Atlanta Soccer Tonight delivers a special two-hour season preview edition as Atlanta United opens its 10th season this weekend in Cincinnati. Jason Longshore is joined by Abe Gordon, Madison Crews, Jon Nelson, and Jarrett Smith to lay out what Atlanta must become in 2026: the non-negotiables, Tata Martino's tactical fingerprints, and what early success should actually look like. The crew also goes around Major League Soccer to assess how contenders have spent the offseason, why the Eastern Conference remains unforgiving, and where Atlanta fits in the league's evolving hierarchy. Mike Conti joins the show to reflect on Atlanta's decade-long rise, the World Cup coming to Mercedes-Benz Stadium, and what the next era means for the city and for MLS. Plus, the team breaks down the most revealing comments from Steven Alzate and Juan Berrocal — from sprint-heavy intensity to the “protagonist” mentality of playing fearless, vertical soccer — and how it shapes expectations for Saturday. The night closes with Atlanta United at 10 memories, wildest matches, favorite kits, and the signature 3-4-3: critical players, defining themes, and reasons to smile heading into Year 10.

Atlanta Soccer Tonight kicks off a special season preview edition as Atlanta United opens its 10th campaign this weekend in Cincinnati. Jason Longshore is joined in studio by Abe Gordon, Madison Crews, Jon Nelson, and Jarrett Smith to lay out the non-negotiables for 2026: heart, resilience, structure, and the relentless principles of a Tata Martino team. The crew also goes around Major League Soccer to assess how contenders like Inter Miami are reloading, where Cincinnati fits as the Week 1 measuring stick, and what tier Atlanta belongs in as the season begins. Plus, Mike Conti calls in to reflect on Atlanta's decade of unforgettable moments, the World Cup coming to Mercedes-Benz Stadium, and what 2026 could mean for the future of MLS in this market. Hour 1 sets the table for a defining season — and the next chapter of Atlanta United.

The Northern Super League arrived with a clear purpose: build something lasting for women's soccer in Canada.On this episode, Jon Nelson catches up with Kelly Shouldice, VP of Brand and Content for the NSL, to reflect on what the league learned in its first season, from surpassing viewership expectations to proving that the fandom was already there waiting.Kelly shares how the NSL is investing deeper into storytelling, analytics, broadcast growth, and digital platforms heading into Season Two, with an ambition that keeps getting louder: not just becoming one of the top five leagues in the world, but אולי even pushing higher.A conversation about momentum, infrastructure, and why this league is becoming a real part of the global women's soccer landscape.

Jaylen Rodwell and Haris Zeb of South Island United join Jon Nelson on SDH AM for a conversation that goes far beyond the touchline.Rodwell is making history as the first professional footballer to represent Niue, carrying the hopes of a nation still building its football future. Zeb, born in Pakistan and raised in Christchurch, speaks to the pride of representing his birth country internationally while helping bring professional football home to the South Island.Together, they share what it is like to live inside a brand new league at its very beginning. The travel, the intensity, the leadership demanded in a new professional environment, and the responsibility of being role models for communities that have rarely had this platform before.From cultural connection to competitive growth across Oceania, this is a window into OFC Pro as it takes its first steps, and the players helping define what it can become.

Jon Nelson is back with another SDH Week in Review, some of the best interviews from the past week on SDH AM. You can watch the show Monday-Friday at 9:05am on the Soccer Down Here YouTube and Twitch channels. This week, hear from new American owner Jordan Gardner of Scottish club Kelty Hearts, hear about St. Louis' new era ahead of the MLS season from Jake Koenig and Justin Graham of the Ball Watching podcast, and Concacaf expert Jon Arnold fills us in on the start of the Concacaf Champions Cup.

Jon Nelson takes you through three different interviews highlighting lower division clubs around the Southeast. Hear from Huntsville City FC managing director Chad Emerson, new Greenville Triumph head coach Dave Dixon, and Lexington Sporting Club Youth Technical Director Steve Cooke. Check out SDH AM every Monday-Friday on the Soccer Down Here YouTube & Twitch channels.

This week's SDH Week in Review travels from the launch of a brand-new professional league to the day-to-day work of building sustainable clubs and communities. Don't forget, you can watch SDH AM every Monday-Friday starting at 9:05am on the SDH YouTube & Twitch channels with Jon Nelson. South Island United forward David Yoo joins the show from New Zealand as he prepares for the inaugural season of the OFC Pro League, reflecting on what it means to start something entirely new. AC Boise head coach Nate Miller discusses building identity, culture, and credibility from the ground up in one of America's newest markets. And Macclesfield FC owner Rob Smethurst looks back on a historic FA Cup moment, what it meant for the club and supporters, and how belief can reshape a community. Three conversations. Three projects at different stages. One common theme: how soccer is built, sustained, and carried forward by people willing to invest in the long view.

Jon Nelson hosts this week's edition of SDH Week in Review with three conversations that highlight how soccer leadership shapes communities on and off the field. Don't forget, you can watch live on the Soccer Down Here YouTube & Twitch every M-F starting at 9:05am. First, Rob Edwards of Morley Sports Management joins the show to discuss the rescue and rebuilding of historic Scottish club Hamilton Academical and what sustainable ownership really looks like in the modern game. Then, Rabieh Krayem, Deputy Chair of Solomon Islands side Solomon Kings FC, breaks down the launch of the OFC Pro League and why it could be transformative for football across Oceania. Finally, former Atlanta United captain Michael Parkhurst shares the mission behind Beyond Goals Mentoring and how today's players can prepare for life after the final whistle. From boardrooms to locker rooms to grassroots development, this week's episode connects the dots across the global soccer landscape.

Jon Nelson takes you through some of the best segments every week on SDH Week in Review. You can watch SDH AM every Monday-Friday starting at 9:05am on the Soccer Down Here YouTube, Twitch, or X channels or listen as a podcast on-demand. In this week's edition, Jon looks back at some of the moments of 2025 across all leagues with Apple TV's Kacey White, the USL Show's Kaylor Hodges, and GOL TV's Nino Torres.

Joining the Exchange is Jon Nelson, the Wildlife curator at the High Desert Museum in Bend.

Jon Nelson takes you through some of the best segments of SDH AM in the past week. Watch on YouTube, Twitch, and X live at 9:05am Monday-Friday @soccerdownhere or listen to the daily show on-demand via podcast. In this compilation, hear from GOL TV's Nino Torres on some of the best moments of 2025 in his world, kit design with new club AC Boise, and #2 pick in the MLS SuperDraft Ricky Louis out of Georgia Southern.

Jon Nelson takes you through the best of SDH AM this week. Check it out live Monday-Friday on the SDH Network on YouTube, Twitch, and X. In this Week in Review, Jon brings you interviews with new Sporting JAX head coach Liam Fox. new NPSL chairman Steven Wagoner, and our old friend Niko Moreno of Pulso Sports to break down some of the latest news and rumors around MLS.

The Football Fridays in Georgia Podcast wraps up the GHSA state championships with an All-Stars edition featuring journalists and broadcasters from across the state. Jon Nelson and Niki Noto Palmer break down dominant performances, unforgettable finishes, and what this championship class says about Georgia high school football. From Buford's national title case to flag football's rise, this episode captures the full scope of championship week.

Free for all Tuesday edition of SDH AM with Jason Longshore filling in for Jon Nelson today. The topics range from changes to the Laws of the Game, Washington winning the College Cup, the state of soccer in the United States, USMNT, MLS future broadcast deals, and more. Enjoy and thank you for listening!

Jon Nelson takes you through some of the best interviews this week on SDH AM (airs Monday-Friday at 9:05am on YouTube, Twitch, and X). This week, hear from Columbus Crew radio PBP voice Chris Doran, Houston Dynamo and ESPN PVP voice Glenn Davis, and Vancouver World Cup Committee lead Jessie Adcock.

Jason Longshore and Jon Nelson host from the Brewhouse Café and take a clear look at the major stories shaping the week in world football. We review the 2026 World Cup Draw — the structure, the key groups, and several matchups that stand out on the schedule.They also get into the latest on Mo Salah and his future at Liverpool. We also preview this week's Champions League fixtures, including Real Madrid vs Manchester City, Bayern vs Sporting, and Inter vs Liverpool. The discussion includes the current situation around Xabi Alonso at Madrid following the loss to Celta Vigo and what Wednesday's match could mean for his future.The show closes with the Picks of the Week updates and an educational breakdown on what's coming this week. 

Jon Nelson gets you ready for the MLS Cup final Saturday in Ft. Lauderdale as Inter Miami hosts the Vancouver Whitecaps. Hear from Apple TV's Jake Zivin, Kevin Egan, Dax McCarty, and Sammy Sadovnik in this week's SDH Week in Review.

Jason Longshore, Jon Nelson, and Jarrett Smith break down the last week worldwide and get you ready for the World Cup Draw on Friday, Picks of the Week, & more. 

Jon Nelson takes you through some of the best conversations on SDH AM this week. Hear from Pulso Sports' Niko Moreno on the MLS playoffs, Toronto 2026 Executive Director Sharon Bollenbach, and coaches from Life University and Truett-McConnell ahead of their NAIA national tournament matches.

Jason Longshore and Jon Nelson take you on a full tour of the global game in this week's Soccer Over There.We dive into the chaos of the Argentine playoffs, the shifting picture in MLS, Brazil's late-season drama, Liverpool's form checks, and a Champions League week that refuses to settle down.Plus, it's another loaded Picks of the Week, featuring deep-cut history from Norway to the Balkans to South America — complete with club nicknames, storylines, and the matches you need circled before the weekend kicks off.Pull up a chair at the Brewhouse Café, pour an Around the Corner Lager, and let's go around the world in 90 minutes — SDH style.

Jon Nelson takes you through some of the best interviews of the week on SDH AM. In this week's compilation, hear from ESPN's Jenn Hildreth, Apple TV's Miguel Gallardo, and Darrius Barnes of AC Grand Rapids. Watch SDH AM Monday-Friday starting at 9:05am on the Soccer Down Here YouTube, Twitch, and X channels or listen as a podcast wherever you get your Soccer Down Here shows.

Jon Nelson takes you through some of the best interviews from the past week on SDH AM, which airs live Monday-Friday starting at 9:05 on the Soccer Down Here YouTube, Twitch, and X channels. This week, he's joined by Atlanta United midfielder Cooper Sanchez from the U17 World Cup, commentator Kacey White with her thoughts on the NWSL playoffs and NCAA conference tournaments, and soccer business expert Jason Stephens to talk about the gambling scandal in Turkiye, illegal streaming, and the recent buyout in Atletico Madrid.

Jon Nelson, Madison Crews, and Jason Longshore give their reactions to Tata Martino's introductory press conference in Atlanta this morning.

Jon Nelson takes you through some of the best interviews from SDH AM this week. Hear from Apple TV's Calen Carr, Columbus Crew play-by-play commentator Chris Doran, and Nashville SC play-by-play commentator Lucas Panzica in this week's episode. Don't forget, you can watch and listen to SDH AM live Monday-Friday starting at 9:05am on the Soccer Down Here YouTube, Twitch, or X channels.

Jon Nelson takes you through the best of SDH AM this week with interviews including MLS Season Pass' Tony Husband, Chicago Fire play-by-play voice Max Anderson, and Columbus Crew play-by-play voice Chris Doran. Enjoy ahead of Game 2 action this weekend! SDH AM airs Monday-Friday starting at 9:05am on the Soccer Down Here YouTube, Twitch, and X channels as well as being available on-demand as a podcast.

Jon Nelson takes you through some of the best segment from this week on SDH AM including Apple TV's Ross Smith, Pulso Sports' Niko Moreno, and US Soccer's Stuart Sharp. SDH AM airs live Monday-Friday starting at 9:05 each morning on the Soccer Down Here YouTube, Twitch, and X channels.

Abe Gordon and Jon Nelson of "Soccer Down Here" put the final bow on Atlanta United's season and Brad Guzan's career as they avoid the Wooden Spoon with a 1-1 draw against D.C. United in the final match of what was the worst season in Atlanta United's club history.

Jon Nelson takes you through some of the best segments from SDH AM this past week. Catch it live starting at 9:05am Monday-Friday on the Soccer Down Here YouTube, Twitch, or X channels. In this week's episode, hear from legendary DC United commentator Dave Johnson; Apple TV MLS Season Pass commentators Dax McCarty, Danny Higginbotham, and Jessica Charman; and Carolina Core manager Donovan Ricketts.