Best Carpool Gaming Podcasts (2024)

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The Return of Seba Castello (Mac’s Access, 09/05/24) 22:59

2h ago22:59

22:59

In this week’s edition of Mac’s Access, Seba Castello joins Mackenzie following his much-anticipated return to the pitch! They dive into everything from his carpool adventures with Tristan Borges, his two-season battle with injuries, and a throwback to his first appearance on the show with Chris Kalongo. Seba also reflects on his memories of celebr…

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Hear Coach Bobby's Ideal Carpool Lineup.. (BTB, S2E18) 24:32

7h ago24:32

24:32

Behind the Beard, Season 2, Episode 17! This episode covers two key matches: last weekend's game against Pacific and the upcoming clash with Cavalry FC on Saturday. Coach Bobby delves into how the team selects a captain for each match, the importance of home-field advantage, and the strategy behind optimizing the eight-day gap between their last ma…

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The PlayStation Drive 165: Our Thoughts on Concord: The Girls' Room Edition 1:44:26

2h ago1:44:26

1:44:26

It's time for the ladies of Carpool Gaming to come together! In this episode, we talk about what we think of Concord AND MORE! ★ LINKS ★ ► Support Carpool Gaming on Patreon: https://patreon.com/carpoolgaming ► Join our amazing Discord community: https://discord.com/invite/WR3qcXJq9n ► Get your Carpool Gaming merch: https://carpoolgaming.com/ ► Chec…

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The Xbox Drive 354: Great Live Service Games & Star Wars Outlaws Early Impressions 1:46:49

1d ago1:46:49

1:46:49

Hey everyone! Welcome to another episode of The Xbox Drive. Where Sean, Bowsah, Mitch, and definitely not Fiona this week discuss Live Service Games! Hooray! And also, Sean's been playing Star Wars Outlaws thanks to a code from Ubisoft Canada. So that's all we can really tell you at this point because the podcast hasn't happened yet and who knows w…

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The Nintendo Drive 169: Two-For-One Nintendo Direct Special 1:45:28

42m ago1:45:28

1:45:28

Nintendo held a DOUBLE DIRECT this week: Indie World immediately followed by a Nintendo Direct Partner Showcase. This is pretty unprecedented... but were they any good? Let's talk about it. ★ LINKS ★ ► Support Carpool Gaming on Patreon: https://patreon.com/carpoolgaming ► Join our amazing Discord community: https://discord.com/invite/WR3qcXJq9n ► G…

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Grievances, Goofs, and Game Talk - Captain's Log - (8/30/24) 58:50

5d ago58:50

58:50

In this episode of the Captain's Log, Kyle Bekker and Mitch Houlahan dive into an array of topics, from unexpected grievances and hilarious rants about trivial annoyances to reflections on recent soccer games and the state of the sport in Canada. The episode is a blend of humor, personal stories, and genuine soccer insights, making it an engaging l…

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“No wonder I got absolutely destroyed” (Mac’s Access, ft. Jassem Kolielat) 21:13

12h ago21:13

21:13

Welcome back to another episode of Mac’s Access! Following his outstanding performance against TFC, Goalkeeper Jassem Kolielat joins Mackenzie to talk about key moments in his career & origin story in choosing goalkeeping. Similar to Bobby, he shares his thoughts on iconic Y2K looks. Chapters: 0:00 Broken Finger 2:00 Playing on big stages 4:00 Chat…

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You Won’t Believe Coach Bobby’s Iconic Y2K Look… | Forge FC 17:34

6h ago17:34

17:34

Season 2, Episode 17 of Behind the Beard! With just 48 hours between two crucial matches, Bobby checks in on the team's mental and physical state. After a disappointing 1-0 loss to TFC, Bobby emphasizes the significance of the upcoming task—facing Pacific at home on Friday. He and Mackenzie also dive into the match’s Y2K-themed festivities! Chapter…

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The PlayStation Drive 164: Our Favorite Year in Gaming 1:32:07

8d ago1:32:07

1:32:07

This week on the PlayStation Drive, we discuss our thoughts on our favourite year of game releases! ★ LINKS ★ ► Support Carpool Gaming on Patreon: https://patreon.com/carpoolgaming ► Join our amazing Discord community: https://discord.com/invite/WR3qcXJq9n ► Get your Carpool Gaming merch: https://carpoolgaming.com/ ► Check us out on Twitch: https:/…

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The Xbox Drive 353: The Only Xbox Podcast That Has Exciting Things to Say about Gamescom 2024 1:47:51

36m ago1:47:51

1:47:51

Hi everyone! Thanks for checking out this episode of The Xbox Drive. Sean here, once again writing the description for the podcast that could in all likelihood be absolutely nothing like what is indicated by the title of the show. Who knows! But what I do know is that each week, we have so much fun talking about what we're playing and taking your Q…

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“This match may come down to pride over football...” (Forge Daily, ft. Emery Welshman) 29:44

6h ago29:44

29:44

In this episode of Forge Daily, host Mackenzie Barwell gears up for the Canadian Championship semi-final, leg 2, between Forge FC and TFC on August 26, 2024. With Forge on the brink of making history, Mackenzie is joined by former Forge and TFC player Emery Welshman. Emery shares his insights on the growing competitiveness between CPL and MLS teams…

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The Nintendo Drive 168: That Belongs in a NINTENDO MUSEUM! w/ Cwagmire 1:52:18

1h ago1:52:18

1:52:18

WITH SPECIAL GUEST CWAGGY! Nintendo properly unveiled the Nintendo Museum this week with a special Direct presentation, complete with Shiggy's adorable and somehow also intimidating energy. It looks like it may be worth the trip to Kyoto... ★ LINKS ★ ► Support Carpool Gaming on Patreon: https://patreon.com/carpoolgaming ► Join our amazing Discord c…

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Ten Goals Later - Captain's Log (8/23/24) 36:03

4h ago36:03

36:03

In this episode of Captain's Log, Kyle and Mitch Houlahan dive deep into Forge FC's recent performances. The duo discusses the team's significant wins at Tim Hortons Field, the upcoming derby against York United FC, and the surprising but exciting transfer of Kwasi Poku to Belgium. Tune in for a detailed breakdown of key matches, insights into the …

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Garv Metusala: Pro Soccer Player, Team Barber (Mac's Access, 08/22/24) 22:33

8d ago22:33

22:33

Garv’s back on Mac's Access! In today’s episode, they dive into his recent call-up to the Haitian national team, his role as the team barber, and much more. Afterward, they play a fun game where Mac presents different situations, and Garv picks the teammate who’s best suited for each one. Key Takeaways: Garv discusses how playing with his national …

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Coach Bobby on York United, TFC, and Kwasi’s Next Chapter (BTB, S2E16) 26:03

13h ago26:03

26:03

Season 2, Episode 16 of Behind the Beard! In today's episode, Mackenzie and Coach Bobby dive into a variety of topics, including last week's match, the upcoming clash with York United this weekend, and the showdown with TFC next Tuesday! Coach Bobby also gives his thoughts on Kwasi Poku's transfer announcement. Later on, they decode some popular 'f…

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The PlayStation Drive 163: What is the Next Xbox Game on PS5? 1:40:00

11h ago1:40:00

1:40:00

This week on The PlayStation Drive, we talk about what Xbox game do we want to be the next game that comes to PS5! ★ LINKS ★ ► Support Carpool Gaming on Patreon: https://patreon.com/carpoolgaming ► Join our amazing Discord community: https://discord.com/invite/WR3qcXJq9n ► Get your Carpool Gaming merch: https://carpoolgaming.com/ ► Check us out on …

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Mitch Tierney's guess on where Matteo Schiavoni's goal celebration came from... (Forge Daily, 08/20/24) 16:42

6d ago16:42

16:42

Continuing the 'CPL Analyst Tour' on this episode of Forge Daily! Mackenzie is joined by Mitch Tierney to break down Forge’s recent victory over Vancouver, strategize their approach against a revitalized York squad, and explore how this win could influence their momentum heading into the Canadian Championship semi-final! Key Takeaways: Forge's top …

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The Xbox Drive 352: Behold! Your Guitar Hero! | Doom 1+2 Rules! | Play Cat Quest 3 MEOW! 1:39:24

14d ago1:39:24

1:39:24

So it turns out that Mitch is really good at Guitar Hero. How good? Honestly, I have no clue as I write this description of the episode. I'm also very curious to see if we discuss Gamescom at all, that nasty rumour going around about Xbox games coming to PlayStation, or anything else. So, jump in and enjoy! ★ LINKS ★ ► Support Carpool Gaming on Pat…

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“You gotta tinker!” (Forge Daily, ft. Adam Jenkins) 19:01

5h ago19:01

19:01

We're back with another week on the audio network! Following Forge FC’s 2-1 victory over Vancouver FC, Mackenzie is joined by Adam Jenkins, who was in the OneSoccer Studio. In this episode, they break down key moments from the match, discuss Forge’s growing adaptability against opponents, and celebrate Matteo Schiavoni’s first professional goal. Ad…

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The Nintendo Drive 167: Is Switch 2 Coming Later Than We Thought? w/ Tony Baker & Johnathan Brown 1:36:22

6d ago1:36:22

1:36:22

WITH SPECIAL GUESTS TONY BAKER AND JB! Recent rumors and reports seem to indicate that Switch 2 might be coming in April 2025 at the EARLIEST - but do we buy that? These things have been wrong many times in the past and Nintendo has proven impossible to reliably predict. When is this thing actually coming out?! ★ LINKS ★ ► Support Carpool Gaming on…

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“Control, that’s the biggest thing” (Forge Daily, ft. Charlie O’Connor Clarke) 19:59

11d ago19:59

19:59

Back with another episode of Forge Daily with CPL’s Charlie O’Connor Clarke! Today, Mackenzie and Charlie discuss the midweek result against the Halifax wanderers, transfer rumours with Kwasi Poku, and expectations for Vancouver FC. He also share’s his thoughts on Player of the Year in the event Kwasi leaves the CPL! Chapters: Halifax’s Tone Setter…

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“I was scared I’d look like Willy Wonka” (Mac’s Access, ft. Alex Achinioti-Jönsson) 17:50

7h ago17:50

17:50

Welcome to another episode of Mac’s Access! Today, Mackenzie is joined by Alex Achinioti-Jönsson. They dive into his Greek-Swedish heritage, some haircut mishaps, and Mackenzie’s amusing performance in the staff soccer match. Tune in! STAFF SOCCER FOOTAGE: https://www.instagram.com/reel/C-lTgFaJqP2/?igsh=cTZ5OTZ1ZDU3MHc= Key Takeaways: Alex is 1/2 …

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The PlayStation Drive 162: Our Favorite PlayStation Designer Controllers 1:24:47

21d ago1:24:47

1:24:47

This week on The PlayStation Drive, we talk about our favorite PlayStation controllers released over the years! ★ LINKS ★ ► Support Carpool Gaming on Patreon: https://patreon.com/carpoolgaming ► Join our amazing Discord community: https://discord.com/invite/WR3qcXJq9n ► Get your Carpool Gaming merch: https://carpoolgaming.com/ ► Check us out on Twi…

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"Breaking" News (Behind the Beard, S2E15) 17:30

22d ago17:30

17:30

Season 2, episode 15 of Behind the Beard! Today, Mackenzie and coach Bobby are limited to 20 minutes and attempt to run through multiple topics including the olympics, Forge FC's win against Atletico Ottawa, and their upcoming matchup versus Halifax. Coach Bobby shares his 7th floor perspective and how the team plans to be successful within a short…

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The Xbox Drive 351: Please Xbox Make These Controllers! | DOOM 1 + 2 1:38:09

14d ago1:38:09

1:38:09

Jump in! The Xbox Drive is back and we're so glad you're here. The crew dreams up the best controllers that Xbox should actually sell and maybe even make some money instead of GIVING THINGS AWAY IN CONTESTS! Come on man! Other than that, who knows. We write these notes before the show records so ENJOY! ★ LINKS ★ ► Support Carpool Gaming on Patreon:…

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Here’s why 2-0 can actually be the toughest lead (Forge Daily, 08/12/24) 7:42

19h ago7:42

7:42

Match day +2 or -2? As Forge FC come off their 3-0 win against Atletico Ottawa they prepare for a midweek match vs the Halifax Wanderers. In today’s episode, Mackenzie discusses key moments from Saturday, standing updates, and shares insight from Garven Metusala and Daniel Parra post practice Key Takeaways: Forge started strong against Ottawa, show…

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The Nintendo Drive 166: Echoes of Wisdom Looks SO GOOD! 1:35:33

22h ago1:35:33

1:35:33

Nintendo gave us a deeper look at the upcoming The Legend of Zelda: Echoes of Wisdom... and good grief, y'all. Does it look good. We're getting even more excited and September 26th can't get here soon enough. ★ LINKS ★ ► Support Carpool Gaming on Patreon: https://patreon.com/carpoolgaming ► Join our amazing Discord community: https://discord.com/in…

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“A crucial moment for the rest of the season” (Forge Daily, 08/09/24) 7:56

4d ago7:56

7:56

Match Day -1 for Forge FC! Tomorrow they will kick off against Atletico Ottawa right here at THF, 7pm for the signature match night. This is the second game of what promises to be a chaotic, jam packed August. As we near the later half of the 2024 season and approach the semi final of the Canadian Championship, Forge will look to find some momentum…

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Noah & Bekks Career Changing Phone Call (Mac’s Access, ft. Noah Jensen) 22:17

4d ago22:17

22:17

Join Mackenzie for another episode of Mac’s Access, featuring Noah Jensen in his second appearance! They dive into everything from his new player card and unforgettable Forge moments to balancing soccer and school. Trivia makes a return, with Noah showcasing his passion (and skill) for it—proving why it’s a favorite of his. Chapters: 0:00 Katherine…

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“They’re going to want that one back” (Forge Daily, ft. Steve Milton) 19:46

6d ago19:46

19:46

Back with another edition of Mac & Milty! In today’s episode, they discuss Milty’s take on Forge FC’s loss to Valour, highlight standout performers after an undefeated July, and analyze Atletico Ottawa’s current form after two difficult losses. They also draw parallels between Ottawa and Forge players that make this matchup so close and entertainin…

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The PlayStation Drive 161: The Games We Shelved 1:35:02

28d ago1:35:02

1:35:02

This week on The PlayStation Drive, we talk about the games we gave a try to before putting them back on the shelf. Will we ever go back to them? ★ LINKS ★ ► Support Carpool Gaming on Patreon: https://patreon.com/carpoolgaming ► Join our amazing Discord community: https://discord.com/invite/WR3qcXJq9n ► Get your Carpool Gaming merch: https://carpoo…

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“We still have this MaGiCaL game in hand…” (Behind the Beard, S2E14) 21:41

15d ago21:41

21:41

Season 2, Episode 14 of Behind the Beard! In today’s episode, Mackenzie and Coach Bobby delve into the recent match against Valour and look ahead to their upcoming clash with Atlético Ottawa. Coach Bobby also explores how different playing styles can influence the interpretation of statistics. To wrap up, Mackenzie quizzes Coach Bobby on which spor…

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The Xbox Drive 350: How to Manage Your Video Game Backlogs 2:20:28

17d ago2:20:28

2:20:28

On this MILESTONE episode 350, the crew gathers to discuss their Xbox Game Backlogs. Do they have any chance of tackling these backlogs? Probably not. But maybe they will help you get a handle on YOUR backlog. ★ LINKS ★ ► Support Carpool Gaming on Patreon: https://patreon.com/carpoolgaming ► Join our amazing Discord community: https://discord.com/i…

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The Nintendo Drive 165: "You Can Do This" & Other Life Lessons 1:28:20

23d ago1:28:20

1:28:20

Look, I know we've meme'd on Amanda's rage-inducing playthrough of Celeste before, but now she gets it. That game has real things to say and lessons to teach you about life in general. Video games are amazing, huh. ★ LINKS ★ ► Support Carpool Gaming on Patreon: https://patreon.com/carpoolgaming ► Join our amazing Discord community: https://discord.…

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"I still don't think we've seen him play at his best" (Forge Daily, 08/02/24) 20:36

11d ago20:36

20:36

Match day -2 for Forge FC! In today’s episode of Forge daily, Mackenzie is joined by Steve Milton. Milty shares his thoughts on recent matches and why Valour has had Forge’s number in previous games. They also discuss which Forge goal keeper they expect Sunday… Keytakeaways Forge trails the league in clearances, which Milty attributes to their poss…

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"Just Kept Yapping" - Captain's Log (02/08/2024) 46:33

1M ago46:33

46:33

In this conversation, Kyle Bekker and Mitch Houlahan discuss various topics related to the Olympics and other sports. They talk about a drone incident, the excitement of the Olympics, the impressive performances of athletes, and even speculate on whether they could complete an Ironman competition. The conversation is filled with humor and enthusias…

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Failed Driving Tests & Strategic Suspensions (Mac’s Access, ft. Kyle Bekker) 21:45

1M ago21:45

21:45

Another episode of Mac’s Access! Today, Mackenzie is joined by none other than Forge FC captain, and fellow podcaster, Kyle Bekker. Mac tells Kyle about a funny run in with his friend and former teammate Ashton Morgan, they share driving test experience & much more. Key Takeaways: Both podcasters in this episode have failed a driving test at one po…

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“To be honest, this is the best part” (Forge Daily, 07/31/24) 10:12

18d ago10:12

10:12

Midweek episode of Forge Daily! Today, Mackenzie brings you up to speed on the CPL standings and checks in with the Forge players featured in the CPL Team of the Week: Kyle Bekker, Alex Achinioti Jonsson, and Jasseem Kolielat. Key Takeaways: Forge FC had 4 players in this week’s CPL team of the week. Jass notched his third clean sheet and successfu…

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The PlayStation Drive 160: PS5 Essential Games 1:45:35

1M ago1:45:35

1:45:35

This week on The PlayStation Drive, we build a list of the 10 essential games on PS5 for new owners. ★ LINKS ★ ► Support Carpool Gaming on Patreon: https://patreon.com/carpoolgaming ► Join our amazing Discord community: https://discord.com/invite/WR3qcXJq9n ► Get your Carpool Gaming merch: https://carpoolgaming.com/ ► Check us out on Twitch: https:…

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Coach Bobby has a different definition of ‘Rizz’ (Behind the Beard, S2E13) 22:45

19d ago22:45

22:45

Season 2 Episode 13 of Behind the Beard! Welcome back to another episode and more shenanigans with Coach Bobby & Mackenzie. In today’s episode, they discuss the marvel match, Forge FC’s performance against Halifax, and approaching a busy and important schedule in August. Key Takeaways; Halifax have many good midfielders in possession, but their att…

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The Xbox Drive 349: Xbox Sale! What should you buy? | Call of Duty FINALLY in Game Pass 2:19:11

14d ago2:19:11

2:19:11

Holy crap! The Xbox Drive is back and everyone is here! Fiona, Sean, Bowsah, and Mitch! The chaos shall ensue. Call of Duty FINALLY launched into Game Pass, more Call of Duty is coming! Plus QUESTIONS from the community and more. So jump in! ★ LINKS ★ ► Support Carpool Gaming on Patreon: / carpoolgaming ► Join our amazing Discord community: / disco…

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Now its about "taking care of business" (Forge Daily, 29/07/24) 9:49

20d ago9:49

9:49

3 points to start the week! Today, Mackenzie discusses goal scoring highlights from Forge FC’s matchup against Halifax, tunes into Coach Bobby’s and Nana’s post match press conference, and chats with defender Malik Owalabe Belewu. Malik also shares his routine on a typical day off! Key Takeaways: Kwasi Poku is now tied for the Golden Boot lead with…

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The Nintendo Drive 164: Give Ganon His Own Game 1:45:53

1M ago1:45:53

1:45:53

With Echoes of Wisdom coming soon and Zelda finally getting her own game, we can't help but wonder. What if the Triforce was completed? What if GANON was next up to get his own game? What would that even look like? ★ LINKS ★ ► Support Carpool Gaming on Patreon: https://patreon.com/carpoolgaming ► Join our amazing Discord community: https://discord.…

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This Forge FC player hadn’t played a match in 6 months until Cavalry.. (Forge Daily, ft. Charlie O’Connor Clarke) 22:23

25d ago22:23

22:23

Welcome back to another episode of Forge Daily! Today, Mackenzie chats with Charlie O’Connor Clarke about Forge FC’s current form, the team's depth amid player availability issues, and the potential threats posed by the Halifax Wanderers this weekend. We also hear from Elimane Cisse on how he has been adjusting since arriving in Hamilton and why he…

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Garven Metusala on his 100th game! (Forge Daily, 26/07/24) 9:43

25d ago9:43

9:43

Tomorrow, Forge FC will take on the Halifax Wanderers at home! In today's episode, Mackenzie sits down with Garven, Noah, and Chris after training to discuss their thoughts on the upcoming match, the team's development, and how they plan to leverage home-field advantage. Key Takeaways: Chris Kalongo has made 27 saves this season and is a strong con…

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Drone Drama - Captain's Log (7/26/24) 38:43

1M ago38:43

38:43

Join Forge FC captain Kyle Bekker and Mitch Houlahan as they delve into the latest buzz around the Forge Audio Network. In this episode of Captain's Log, they tackle hot topics, including the controversy surrounding a Canadian drone incident at the Olympics and its repercussions on the Women's National Team. With their usual mix of humor and candid…

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Malik’s memorable stage fright incident… (Mac’s Access 07/25/24) 21:22

1M ago21:22

21:22

Welcome to this week’s episode of Mac’s Access! Today, Mackenzie sits down with Forge FC defender Malik Owolabe Belewu. They explore his youth career, his long-standing friendship with Kwasi Poku, and what led him to join the CPL. To wrap up, they have fun identifying different North American and UK terms that share the same meaning.. Chapters: 0:0…

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The PlayStation Drive 159: Games We Want On PlayStation! 1:49:59

1M ago1:49:59

1:49:59

This week on The PlayStation Drive, we talk about the games that aren't on PlayStation that we want on PlayStation! ★ LINKS ★ ► Support Carpool Gaming on Patreon: https://patreon.com/carpoolgaming ► Join our amazing Discord community: https://discord.com/invite/WR3qcXJq9n ► Get your Carpool Gaming merch: https://carpoolgaming.com/ ► Check us out on…

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“I’ve said it time and time again, he’s the best goalkeeper this league has seen” (BTB, S2E12) 23:32

1M ago23:32

23:32

Season 2 Episode 12 of Behind the Beard! Today, Mackenzie and Coach Bobby discuss Forge FC’s 1-1 draw to Cavalry FC, Triston Henry’s signing to USL side Memphis FC, and expectations for hosting the Halifax Wanderers this season. Later on, Mackenzie takes Coach Bobby through a high pressure “Guess that Forge FC player” game. Key Takeaways The Forge …

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The Xbox Drive 348: HUGE NEWS...We're Still Xbox Fans 1:27:34

1M ago1:27:34

1:27:34

Game Pass stuff! Xbox video games! Neon White! These things are good, right? We can all agree that they're good? And worth talking about? Let's do that.#TheXboxDrive #CarpoolGaming #Xbox #podcast #videogamepodcast #gamingpodcast #videogame #videogames #gaming #games #XboxSeries #XboxSeriesS #XboxSeriesX #GamePass #talk #discussion★ LINKS ★► Support…

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