Best Alex Kaufmans Podcasts (2024)

1
Ian Felice (The Felice Brothers) 40:33

5d ago40:33

40:33

Ian Felice from The Felice Brothers is my guest on this episode of That’s How I Remember It. I’ve admired Ian’s songs and performances for a long time, and the band’s new release Valley of Abandoned Songs is yet another great record from them. We talked about that as well as playing bagpipes, how he can remember whole pages from books, his painting…

1
Professors Rick Burton & Dr. Norm O’Reilly talk sports marketing and discuss their newest book, "The Rise of Major League Soccer" 55:13

11d ago55:13

55:13

On today's episode of Over the Ball, we're thrilled to welcome Professors Rick Burton and Dr. Norm O'Reilly, two of the foremost authorities in sports business and marketing. These accomplished scholars bring a wealth of knowledge and experience to the show, having authored several influential books on the sports industry. Their latest collaboratio…

1
An Inner Knowing: Tova Hopemark - Season 4, Episode 4 23:48

12d ago23:48

23:48

"An Inner Knowing: Tova Hopemark" (Season 4, Episode 4), the newest episode of our season, dropped Monday, August 14. We called to the Bimah actor, playwright, and filmmaker Dr. Tova Hopemark, who is based in the NYC metro area. Dr. Hopemark shared insights into her film "Alright, Robot", where she plays a Jewish millennial struggling with isolatio…

1
Beth Ditto 50:06

14d ago50:06

50:06

Beth Ditto is my guest on this episode of That’s How I Remember It. Earlier this year, Beth and her band The Gossip came back after a 12 year break to release the excellent Real Power LP. We talked about that as well as the first Gossip tour, Cindy Lauper, The Monkees, hair metal, Gossip records vs. solo records, and a beautiful party on a boat in …

1
Legendary Carli Lloyd, two-time FIFA Women’s World Cup champion and USWNT icon, joins hosts Kevin Flynn and Dave Gallego for an episode you won’t want to miss. 45:44

25d ago45:44

45:44

Carli brings her unparalleled experience, insights, and passion for the game, offering a deep dive into the recent performances of the USWNT and USMNT at the Paris Olympics, her experiences in soccer, and the impact of new USWNT coach Emma Hayes. Kevin and Dave explore Carli’s incredible career, her tireless dedication to her game and draw inspirat…

1
Accomplished writer and commentator Michael Langdon shares “The Most Amazing Soccer Stories of All Time.” 43:39

1M ago43:39

43:39

This week’s episode of the "Over The Ball" soccer podcast, featuring Michael Langdon, offers an engaging deep dive into the world of football, hosted by an accomplished writer and multi-award-winning video producer. Michael joins the boys at OTB to discuss his book, 'The Most Amazing Soccer Stories of All Time', and share some intriguing stories fr…

1
Alex Edelman 49:53

1M ago49:53

49:53

Alex Edelman is my guest on this episode of That’s How I Remember It. Alex is a brilliant comedian and writer who recently finished a wildly successful run with his one man show Just for Us, which won a Tony Award this year. I thought the show was really incredible, so I was thrilled to talk to him about it. We also spoke about his time as a ball b…

1
Author, magazine writer, and speaker Elizabeth Rusch visits OTB to discuss her book “A Greater Goal: The epic battle for equal pay in women's soccer--and beyond” 41:32

1M ago41:32

41:32

While Kevin’s lost at sea, Dave talks to author Elizabeth Rusch about her new book, 'A Greater Goal: The Epic Battle for Equal Pay in Women's Soccer and Beyond' to explore the fight for equality in women's soccer, the challenges faced by the women's national soccer team, and the need for a coach for the men's team. Elizabeth shares the inspiration …

1
Dave goes solo and talks with Columbus Dispatch’s Soccer Sportswriter Brianna Mac Kay about USMNT, the Crew, and the MLS All-Star game 41:34

2M ago41:34

41:34

Brianna Mac Kay, a sportswriter from the Columbus Dispatch, discusses the excitement surrounding the upcoming MLS All-Star game and the strong support for the Columbus Crew in the city. She also talks about the Save the Crew movement and the team's success under coach Wilfried Nancy. Brianna shares her experience covering the team and interacting w…

1
Josh Kaufman (Bonny Light Horseman) 48:30

2M ago48:30

48:30

Josh Kaufman is my guest on this episode That’s How I Remember It. Josh is a massively talented musician and producer. He plays in the band Bonny Light Horseman and also has produced records for Bob Weir, Cassandra Jenkins, Anais Mitchell, The Hold Steady, and myself. Outside of my bandmates, no other person has made such an impact on my musical li…

1
Kyle Foley from the Orlando Sentinel joins OTB to discuss the Orlando Pride, USMNT, Kaká, Messi, Copa America, Euros, and Berhalter’s future. 51:44

2M ago51:44

51:44

In this electrifying episode of Over the Ball, hosts Kevin Flynn and Dave Gallego team up with Kyle Foley, the dynamic beat writer for the Orlando Sentinel, to dive deep into the world of soccer. The trio explores the phenomenal rise of the Orlando Pride women's team, breaks down the US Men's National Team's latest performances, and examines the tr…

1
Michelle Kaufman, the Miami Herald’s talented veteran sportswriter talks about Messi, USMNT’s failures at Copa America, and Berhalter’s future. 58:56

2M ago58:56

58:56

The Miami Herald’s lead sports writer, Herald’s Michelle Kaufman, joins OTB to discuss her experience covering soccer for 25 years, shares her insights on Lionel Messi's move to Miami, what’s next following USMNT’s losses at Copa America tournament, and the future of coach Greg Berhalter. Michelle Kaufman has covered 14 Olympics, six World Cups, Wi…

1
Ani DiFranco 42:29

1M ago42:29

42:29

Ani DiFranco is my guest on this week’s episode of That’s How I Remember It. Ani is a true force of independent music and she’s done so much: over 20 studio albums, her own record label, a memoir, etc. Plus, she just finished a run performing on Broadway in the musical Hadestown. We talked about all of this as well as her new album Unprecedented Sh…

1
Emergency Episode: USMNT Once Again Underperforms. Is Berhalter out? 6:05

1M ago6:05

6:05

Five years ago, Gregg Berhalter was tasked with rebuilding the U.S. men’s national team after their painful failure to qualify for the 2018 World Cup. His mission: to elevate a new generation of talent and restore pride to American soccer. Fast forward to the present, and the USMNT finds itself in a precarious situation at the Copa America. A surpr…

1
Kevin and Dave dig into USMNT, the Euros, ticket prices, grass pitches, the NCAA’s demise, and Alex Morgan being left off USWNT. 42:11

2M ago42:11

42:11

On this episode of OTB, Kevin and Dave discuss USMNT vs. Bolivia, the Alex Morgan controversy, the Euros, overly harsh English fans, temporary grass pitches, skyrocketing ticket prices, changes inside NCAA and D1, and the pros and cons of the NCAA transfer portals. OTB Executive Producer, Ken Park, joins the boys for the shows new “Getting to Know …

1
What Has Always Been / Radicle, not Radical - Season 4, Episode 3 with Bronwen Mullin and Nicole Fix 28:53

2M ago28:53

28:53

"What Has Always Been / Radicle, not Radical" (Season 4, Episode 3), the newest episode of our season, dropped Monday, May 20. We called to the Bimah composer, playwright and teacher Bronwen Mullin (she/her) and rabbi, writer, teacher, and theater artist Nicole Fix (she/her). Based in West Philly, Bronwen and Nicole are the co-founders of the Rabbi…

1
Mike Woitalla, Executive Editor of Soccer America joins the boys at OTB to dissect USMNT recent performances. 50:17

3M ago50:17

50:17

Mike Woitalla, Executive Editor of Soccer America, joins Kevin and Dave to review the USMNT's recent performance. They analyze the team's lackluster game against Colombia and the friendly match against Brazil. The discussion also includes predictions on the significance of the 2024 Copa América for Coach Gregg Berhalter. With decades of soccer jour…

1
Arab Strap 48:25

2M ago48:25

48:25

I am a huge fan of Arab Strap and I was so psyched to visit with Aidan Moffat and Malcolm Middleton and talk about their band and their great new record I’m Totally Fine With It Don’t Give A Fuck Anymore. We also talked about NYC restaurant Sammy’s Romanian, moving away from autobiographical songwriting, “Jolly Roger” by Adam & The Ants, the word “…

1
OTB chats with South Carolina Women's soccer head coach, Shelley Smith about her winning strategies and insights. 46:33

3M ago46:33

46:33

On this week’s episode of "Over the Ball," Kevin and Dave dive deep into the beautiful game, beat up on USMNT for their loss to Columbia, and speak with Shelley Smith, the esteemed head coach of South Carolina Women's soccer. With an impressive track record and a wealth of experience, Coach Smith has led her team to numerous victories and has been …

1
Exploring the Evolution of Soccer in Austin and the US with veteran professional soccer writer, editor, and author Phil West. 48:59

3M ago48:59

48:59

Join us for an engaging episode of the Over The Ball podcast featuring Phil West, a seasoned professional writer and editor, and author of two influential books on soccer, ‘The United States of Soccer,’ and ‘I Believe That We Will Win.’ Phil brings his extensive knowledge and passion for the sport to our discussion, covering a wide range of topics.…

1
Iron & Wine 45:10

3M ago45:10

45:10

My guest today is Sam Beam, who writes and records music as Iron & Wine. Sam is an incredibly beautiful and vivid songwriter who has just released a great new album called Light Verse. We talked about whether this might be his funniest record, as well as college shows, The Rescuers, Davey Crocket, wisdom vs. experience, and the value of art being i…

1
Think the U.S. soccer system needs a shake-up? Hear from one of its biggest advocates! Ted Westervelt, known for his outspoken stance on promotion and relegation in American soccer, joins this week's episode ... 55:44

3M ago55:44

55:44

Ted Westervelt, known as @soccerreform on social media, is a prominent advocate for promotion and relegation in U.S. soccer. Born in Elgin, Illinois, he attended Scattergood Friends School and Earlham College. Westervelt's passion for soccer has made him a leading voice in the #ProRelForUSA movement, which seeks to implement a promotion and relegat…

1
Jonathan Tannenwald, Chief Soccer Correspondent for the Philadelphia Inquirer, joins the boys on OTB to stir up some controversy about his feelings for his hometown Union FC and their incredibly successful ... 1:05:28

3M ago1:05:28

1:05:28

In this episode of the Over the Ball podcast, the Philadelphia Inquirer's beloved Chief Soccer Correspondent, Jonathan Tannenwald, joins Dave and John Bolster (who is sitting in for Kevin), stirring up some controversy about his feelings for his hometown team the Union, uncovers some insight about the Philadelphia Union's incredibly successful yout…

1
Phosphorescent 51:11

3M ago51:11

51:11

Matthew Houck from Phosphorescent is my guest on this episode of That’s How I Remember It. I’ve loved Matthew’s music for years and was excited to talk to him about his great new record Revelator, what he learns from covering other artist’s songs, whether geographic moves affect his music, Willie Nelson, Bob Dylan, moon phases, and his most well-kn…

1
Celebrated soccer referee and podcast host of "Refs Need Love Too," David Gerson joins Dave and guest co-host, John Bolster to discuss the challenges and changes in the world of soccer refereeing. 1:00:35

4M ago1:00:35

1:00:35

In this episode of Over the Ball, soccer referee and podcast host David Gerson joins Dave and guest co-host John Bolster to delve into the challenges and changes in soccer refereeing. They tackle the rise in technicality and competitiveness in the game, while addressing the concerning lack of civility and excessive competitiveness among parents and…

1
Washington Post reporter Steven Goff discusses Memorable World Cup Moments, DC United's Progress and the Future of Soccer in the US. 50:12

4M ago50:12

50:12

Legendary Washington Post reporter Steven Goff joins the boys at OTB to discuss all things US soccer, including the performance of DC United, his favorite World Cup memories, and the upcoming Copa America tournament. Goff also shares his thoughts on the United States national team and their chances in the tournament. In this conversation, the hosts…

1
Eric Burton (Black Pumas) 44:40

4M ago44:40

44:40

We are back with a new episode of That’s How I Remember It, and we celebrate being back with excellent guest Eric Burton of the Black Pumas. The Black Pumas formed in 2018 and their rise can only be called meteoric. The band went from a bar residency to Grammy nominations and worldwide touring. We talked about this, skateboarding to Albert King, ex…

1
Theory from Theater - Season 4, Episode 2 with Jesse Freedman 28:15

4M ago28:15

28:15

"Theory from Theater" (Season 4, Episode 2), the new episode of our season, dropped Monday, May 6. We called to the Bimah director, playwright, and performance artist Jesse Freedman (he/him). Based in New York City, Jesse is the Artistic Director of Meta-Phys Ed., a multidisciplinary performance group that grapples with philosophical and political …

1
Accomplished journalists Grayle Howlett and Alexander Wolff visit with OTB to discuss the new book “World Class: Purpose, Passion, and the Pursuit of Greatness” celebrating the legacy and writing of the ... 48:41

4M ago48:41

48:41

Grant Wahl seems to touch everybody he came in contact with his undeniable passion, integrity, honesty, and simple ethic of trying to write the truth without agenda or bias. Friends and accomplished journalists Grayle Howlett and Alexander Wolf both spent years writing for Sports Illustrated, Wolff having spent 36 years there covering basketball, t…

1
Mat Osman & Scott Lavene 1:11:04

4M ago1:11:04

1:11:04

This episode was recorded March 2, 2024 in front of a live audience at The Moth Club in London. I was just wrapping up a solo tour with Scott Lavene as the support act, and he was also my first guest of the afternoon. We talked about his upcoming record and his excellent memory for what he had for breakfast each day of our tour. My second guest was…

1
Monica Bosiljevac, Executive Director of Football for the World Foundation and Managing Director American Outlaws Discusses Soccer Altruism, Footy Fandom, and the Global Need for Youth Equipment. 51:17

5M ago51:17

51:17

Impressive. Inspiring. Passionate. Words that capture the personality and drive of ex University of Nebraska soccer player turned uber philanthropist Monica Bosiljevac. Monica's journey from college soccer to an eye-opening trip in Botswana revealed the global demand for sports equipment among kids. With a passion for sports ignited early in her li…

1
Skip Gilbert, esteemed CEO of US Youth Soccer and ex-goalkeeper for the Tampa Bay Rowdies, tackles the latest in the world of youth soccer on OTB! 48:46

4M ago48:46

48:46

⚽ Tune in as Skip Gilbert, esteemed CEO of US Youth Soccer and ex-goalkeeper for the Tampa Bay Rowdies, tackles the latest in the world of youth soccer on OTB! Don't miss this insightful discussion featuring this week's top soccer news, scores, and highlights. As a former goalkeeper with the Tampa Bay Rowdies and a two-time NCAA Division 1 All-Amer…

1
🎙️ Celebrated Soccer Journalist, John Bolster joins OTB to discuss USMNT chances at CONCEAF, the Euros, and the Olympics, and of course Korbin Albert and the USWNT. 🌪️🇺🇸 40:41

5M ago40:41

40:41

🎙️Celebrated soccer writer John Bolster graces the airwaves on the Over the Ball Soccer Podcast to discuss USMNT’s chances at the CONCEAF tournament, his insights, predictions, and friendly banter about the upcoming Euros, USMNT’s chances at the Olympic, and of course the recent storm surrounding Korbin Albert’s controversial posts. 🌪️🇺🇸 John Bolst…

1
On The Bimah: A World of Difference - Season 4, Episode 1 with Daryl Eisenberg 27:12

5M ago27:12

27:12

"A World of Difference" (Season 4, Episode 1), the new episode of our season, dropped Wednesday, April 3. We called to the Bimah casting director Daryl Eisenberg (she/her), founder of Eisenberg Casting. Based in New York City, Daryl has cast an impressive range of projects across theater, film, television and new media. Her office is committed to p…

1
Seasoned ESPN soccer analyst Jeff Carlisle joins Kevin and Dave to discuss the recent USMNT performances, MLS referee contracts talks, and soccer’s soaring popularity in the states. 43:19

5M ago43:19

43:19

From the NCAA to the MLS, from the Premier League to the World Cup, Jeff Carlisle brings his insider insights to the table, shedding light on the US Men’s National Team (USMNT), the intricacies of the MLS Referees contract, and the soaring popularity of soccer in the USA. Whether you’re a die-hard fan or a casual observer, this episode promises to …

1
Join us as Johnny Avello from DraftKings dives into the exhilarating world of in-play betting in soccer with the OTB team! Discover why the sport's dynamic nature makes it a hotspot for live betting and ... 38:43

6M ago38:43

38:43

On this week’s episode of OTB, Kevin and Dave sit with a true legend in the world of sports betting, Johnny Avello from DraftKings. With over 30 years of experience, Johnny has been an influential figure in Las Vegas bookmaking. He spent 13 years as the executive director of the Wynn Las Vegas Sportsbook, where he became known for his on-point odds…

1
Former NASL and Canadian soccer star Bob Lenarduzzi joins the boys at Over the Ball to talk Redding F.C., Team Canada, NASL glory, and the world's game from an American perspective. 46:11

6M ago46:11

46:11

🎙️Join Kevin and Dave on this week’s episode Over the Ball podcast as we dive into the captivating career and accomplishments of Bob Lenarduzzi—a living legend whose impact reverberates across stadiums, boardrooms, and hearts. Whether he was donning cleats or making strategic decisions, Lenarduzzi’s passion for the game has left an indelible mark o…

1
Peter Shapiro & Michael Hann 1:21:08

6M ago1:21:08

1:21:08

Welcome to a bonus episode of That’s How I Remember It. This episode was recorded live at the Wythe Hotel in Brooklyn the first night of the Hold Steady’s annual Massive Nights celebration in November 2023. The first guest is Peter Shapiro, stellar music promoter, owner of the Brooklyn Bowls, former owner of The Wetlands music club, the list goes o…

1
The OTB team visits with American soccer Icon and former USMNT Captain Rick Davis regarding his pioneering days with the Cosmos and the NASL era. 45:54

6M ago45:54

45:54

In the annals of American soccer history, few names evoke as much reverence and admiration as Rick Davis. A true legend of the sport, Davis left an indelible mark on the landscape of American soccer during his tenure with the New York Cosmos in the North American Soccer League (NASL). With a blend of skill, tenacity, and leadership, Davis emerged a…

Podcasts Worth a Listen

Alex Kaufmans Podcasts

Podcasts Worth a Listen

Quick Reference Guide