Best Sinéad Rose Podcasts (2024)

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Alex & Sinead, Zoom, NWSL GMs, Zoom, Playoff Chase, Zoom, Baby Hippo Hipster, Zoom Zoom Zoom 1:33:06

13d ago1:33:06

1:33:06

Courtney & André are back and have LOTS to discuss. First we get into the retirements of Alex Morgan & Sinead Farrelly, and the impact both had on and off the pitch. Then we chat about the NWSL GMs survey and spotlight some weird takes and some surprising takes. We also discuss the piece linked at the end which details multiple GMs claiming player …

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“This league is full of a whole bunch of warriors” (w/ Simone Charley & Meghann Burke) 54:14

27d ago54:14

54:14

Courtney & André get to chat about the new NWSL CBA with two people who helped make it happen, Simone Charley (Vice President, NWSLPA) & Meghann Burke (Executive Director, NWSLPA)! We talk about what it's like to negotiate with NWSL owners, getting on the same page as players, the big brains across the NWSL, player autonomy and empowerment, why the…

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A weighted blanket of chaos [CBA + NWSL is BACK] 1:21:55

1M ago1:21:55

1:21:55

Courtney & André love when labor wins so after discussing public transportation and Courtney's questionable Citi Bike habits, we talk about the NWSLPA unveiling a brand new CBA. We review the main topics, give a shoutout to all involved, and discuss why and how we think it will make the league better. After that we dive into the return of the NWSL.…

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It's Spicy Season Y'all [NWSL Restart Preview] 1:25:22

1M ago1:25:22

1:25:22

Courtney & André get you ready for the restart of the NWSL season. There are just ten matchdays to go and everyone on the table has a reason to scrap til the last minute of their season. We review the league table and fights for position to come, good and bad summer moves, trading rookies, which teams currently out of the playoff picture we think w…

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"Sports are binary, human bodies are not." (w/ Rose Eveleth) 56:04

1M ago56:04

56:04

Courtney & André chat with the host of Tested, Rose Eveleth. Tested is a six-episode podcast series that digs into the history, and unfortunate present, of sex testing in women's sports. It also chronicles athletes subjected to these tests and how it impacts their lives and careers. Rose discusses the depth of journalism that went into the near-dec…

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(More) Suffering, Gold Medaling, and Honoring Black USWNT OGs 1:00:26

2M ago1:00:26

1:00:26

Courtney & André review the USWNT's 1-0 win over Brazil to secure the gold medal in Emma Hayes's first international tournament! We discuss an intense first half, and why Hayes might have gotten away with a few iffy calls. We also laud Brazil, who were an offside flag, a penalty non-call and an Alyssa Naeher save away from going into halftime with …

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VAMOS VAMOS VAMOS YEAH [Olympic QF + SF Review] 1:36:09

2M ago1:36:09

1:36:09

Courtney & André react to a wild quarterfinal round in the Olympic, and a semifinal round full of suffering and surprises. André is big mad at Japan's approach while Courtney flames France as Croissant Norway, then we cackle about Spain getting back-to-back doses of CONMEBOL. We discuss "real football", boiled noggins, clutch goals, Naomi Girma's g…

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World Cup Concentrate Group Stage + Oh (no) Canada 1:44:12

2M ago1:44:12

1:44:12

Courtney & André review a whirlwind slew of games in the group stage of the Olympic tournament. It was chaotic, spicy, delightful, delicious, heartbreaking, annoying, and full of bangers—so we talk about it all! Then we shift into Heated & Hyped, where Courtney has some words for NABJ, André is mad at the International Olympic Committee's lack of u…

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NWSL x Liga MX Femenil Summer-to-Fall Cup Preview (w/ Amelia, from Our Futbol) 1:48:52

2M ago1:48:52

1:48:52

The NWSL x Liga MX Femenil Summer Cup is upon us and oh would ya look at that our friends at Our Futbol Pod just announced their new platforms and celebrated 150 episodes! So Courtney & André invited one of the cohosts, Amelia Lopez, onto the pod to give us everything we need to know about the six Liga MX Femenil sides in the tournament. We go grou…

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Be the children of Rihanna born in the fires of chaos [USWNT Match Reviews] 1:01:47

2M ago1:01:47

1:01:47

Courtney & André are back to review the USWNT's two matches before flying off to Paris. Courtney saw concerning things in the match against Mexico, and André saw concerning things in the match against Costa Rica. We discuss the trends that have us #shooketh, and what can be done about them. It's not all bad though, S.O.S. scored the only goal acros…

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Watch the Throne, track 3 [pt. 2, SBFC Crossover] 1:56:14

3M ago1:56:14

1:56:14

Courtney & André are joined by Sylvs (a.k.a. Shea) of Shea Butter FC for a mini crossover to preview the Olympics!Part 1 on She Butter FC's feed is our breakdown of the USWNT's roster, so we start off by analyzing Brazil, Canada, Japan and Australia's squads.Then we preview each group by asking which is actually the dreaded Group of Death, discuss …

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NWSL MIDSEASON VIBE CHECK 1:42:17

3M ago1:42:17

1:42:17

We hit the midpoint of the NWSL season so Courtney & André decided it was time for a vibe check! First, though, we previewed the NWSL Summer Cup cause we're both kinda hype about it. We predict winners, and why it's an important competition for the two leagues to continue playing one another. Then we vibe check all NWSL teams. If they're ballin, we…

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Shithousing, the Summer of Soccer, and CP23 IS BACK (in training) 1:31:56

4M ago1:31:56

1:31:56

Courtney & André review key moments over the NWSL weekend, including Soph Smith entering NWSL shithousing lore, Liz Ball hitting an DIME, Syd Leroux's ancestral assist, and Christen Press joining team training after 730 days. Then we shift our focus to international football to talk about Argentina women's players leaving camp and reporting poor tr…

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OLYMPIC BUBBLE TALK (w/ Shea Butter FC) 1:07:36

4M ago1:07:36

1:07:36

With Sister Emma's first callup, training camp and matches before she must name her USWNT Olympic squad, we decided we needed another crossover! In this episode we look at each position group and discuss who's on the bubble, who might've played their way into contention, and who might've played their way out. We ask 'Where the yung GKs at?', 'Will …

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Sister Emma’s first dub [USWNT 4-0 South Korea reaction] 1:11:06

4M ago1:11:06

1:11:06

Moments after Sister Emma picked up her first dub in her first official game, Courtney & André hopped on the mics. We talk about the starting XI, Mallory Swanson being great, base formations versus in- and out-of-possession formations, why the two styles of goals were notable, plus our wants for the second matchup with South Korea. Please subscribe…

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Sister Emma is finally here (w/ Butter, from Shea Butter FC) 1:23:33

4M ago1:23:33

1:23:33

Fresh off hoisting her fifth consecutive WSL title and 16th Chelsea trophy overall, the Sister Emma USWNT era has now officially begun with a roster drop ahead of two June friendlies versus South Korea. Courtney & André hop on the mics with 1/2 of Shea Butter FC, Skye, to discuss the drop. We get into each position group, why we're hype or have que…

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Orlando Thee Pride, Brazil’s WWC bid, and Courtney tells a joke 1:31:10

5M ago1:31:10

1:31:10

It's been a minute so Courtney & André power through loads of woso news. We start with a sad addition to the sick & shut-in list, then talk about the Women's Club World Cup, Brazil's 2027 World Cup bid, and FIFA threatening to suspend Zambia. Then we move to the NWSL to spotlight Orlando de Janeiro, and discuss how there's a lot more happening down…

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Uncle Drogba warned us about this (plus NWSL updates) 1:13:37

5M ago1:13:37

1:13:37

Courtney & André review the shambolic shenanigans at Stamford Bridge. Courtney was in London to see the heist in person, and gives her eyewitness account. We talk about how frustrating it was that a ref ruined the most intriguing 150 minutes of football all season. Then we update the NWSL weekend that was, including Barbra Banda reintroducing herse…

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20 goals for 4/20, Banda make her dance, & the DU Derby 1:37:41

5M ago1:37:41

1:37:41

The woso was woso'ing, the league was league'ing, and the UWCL was UWCLing, and Courtney & André review it all.We start with a quick Euro trip to discuss a historic day in the UWCL, then we talk about Bunny Shaw's foot injury and what might be next for Gareth Taylor, and Bunneh (😈).Then we hop to the NWSL to discuss week 5, including the Diaspora U…

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WE heard something y'all [NWSL, WSL and Brazil] 1:39:04

6M ago1:39:04

1:39:04

Courtney & André get straight into the news of María Sánchez requesting a trade, why she may want out of Houston, and a few places we think she'd cook. Then we look at the mess in Portland, Mike Norris' reassignment, and their reported global search for a coach. Then we get into the IG fallout from the FA Cup semifinal where Millie Turner decided t…

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Mal Back, Comeback, Cat Back, & SheDoesntBelieve in Consequences 1:08:00

6M ago1:08:00

1:08:00

Courtney & André break down the USWNT's 2-1 comeback win over Japan. We discuss the opening goal, what led to it, and the funny reaction in the stadium. Then we talk about how important the USWNT rediscovering their high press was to neutralizing a very dangerous opponent. We also spotlight Mallory Swanson, Sam Coffey and Jaedyn Shaw. Plus we revie…

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Alarmed at what SheBelieves 1:41:59

6M ago1:41:59

1:41:59

Courtney & André discuss the hateful and harmful posts shared by Korbin Albert, the legacy of the USWNT, Megan Rapinoe's response, and what was missing from her apology. Then we shift to talk about our expectations from each team at SheBelieves. We look at some interesting roster decisions across the four teams, and what to look for from each on th…

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USWNT SERIOUS FOOTBALLING BUSINESS (+ NWSL Vibe Check) 2:06:40

6M ago2:06:40

2:06:40

The USWNT squad for the upcoming SheBelieves tournament dropped and it is some serious footballing business. Courtney & André talk about the return of Cat and Mal, and what it means that 16-year-old Lily Yohannes accepted her first USWNT senior callup. Then we do an NWSL Vibe Check to discuss every team, what they've looked like so far, what they m…

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2024 NWSL Season Previews [WSH, LOU, HOU, KC, CHI, BAY, UTAH] 1:01:52

7M ago1:01:52

1:01:52

The NWSL season is gonna be in your heads soon so Courtney & André previewed each and every team. Across two episodes we'll give you each team's key losses and additions, vibes, and what we expect from them throughout the year. In this episode we cover Washington Spirit, Rahsing Louisville, Houston Dash, Kansas City Current, Chicago Red Stars, Bay …

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2024 NWSL Season Previews [SD, POR, NC, SEA, ACFC, NJ/NY, ORL] 1:10:28

7M ago1:10:28

1:10:28

The NWSL season is gonna be in your heads soon so Courtney & André previewed each and every team. Across two episodes we'll give you each team's key losses and additions, vibes, and what we expect from them throughout the year. In this episode we cover San Diego Wavé, Portland Thorns, North Carolina Courage, Seattle Reign, Angel City, Gotham, and O…

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Everyone say thank you Casey Krueger [W Gold Cup Recap] 58:25

7M ago58:25

58:25

Courtney & André review the W Gold Cup Final between the USWNT and Brazil. On paper the match promised chaos, instead we got a scrappy, disjointed game that could've been better if either team made better decisions. We discuss the problem with the USWNT attack, and Brazil having their worst match of the tournament. Then we talk about the tournament…

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That was not vamos vamos vamos [W Gold Cup SF Recap + Barbra Banda] 1:06:01

7M ago1:06:01

1:06:01

Courtney & André ask how much Concacaf is too much Concacaf? But before that, they review Brazil's impressive and saucy 3-0 win over Mexico. They discuss the red card, the goals, and where Mexico went wrong even before the sending off. Then they talk about the extremely dangerous and unfun conditions the USWNT & Canada were forced to play in. We di…

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Fisticuffs, squabblin’, and living in Cat Wonderland [W Gold QF Review & SF Preview] 1:28:22

7M ago1:28:22

1:28:22

Courtney & André review the quarterfinal round of the greatest tournament that has ever existed – the W Gold Cup – and preview Wednesday's upcoming semifinals. We check on Canada's sudden shooting woes, Brazil doin' it without their regulars, Mexico still learning, and the battle that was the USWNT vs. Colombia (which didn't need to be). And of cou…

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Live, Laugh, Learn [W Gold Cup Chaos & NWSL Kit Talk] 1:06:38

7M ago1:06:38

1:06:38

ISSA TWO POD WEEK! Now that the W Gold Cup group stages are over Courtney & André hopped back on the mics to talk about Concacaf chaos and the drawing of lots/twirling around of two clear orbs that completed the draw. Then we get into previewing this weekend's matches, and how Twila Kilgore's approach to the Mexico match left her and the team in a …

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My mood is deteriorating [USWNT v. Mexico Recap] 1:07:37

7M ago1:07:37

1:07:37

The vibes were improving, until they weren't. Courtney & André review the USWNT's 2-0 loss to Mexico by hoping certain USSF folk have learned to respect Liga MX Femenil. Then we focus on the USWNT and what went wrong (hint: everything). From the starting XI to the halftime subs to the woeful tactical instructions and a lack of leadership in a tough…

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Come along on this journey (W Gold Cup, USL SL, UWCL & Beyoncé) 1:39:58

8M ago1:39:58

1:39:58

Courtney & André had a LOT to discuss! The W Gold Cup is kicking off soon so we talk about the newness of tournament and how it's constructed, and discuss the USWNT, Colombia and Mexico. Then We talk about the new Division 1 women's football league kicking off in August, USL Super League. We talk about what we expect from the league, some of its ch…

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She dragged her Momma in The New York Times 1:12:48

8M ago1:12:48

1:12:48

Courtney & André start off discussing the USWNT's Gold Cup squad. We got the Happy Black History Month forward line, plus Mal Swanson is back but on the training squad. We also ask if the midfield as constructed has the capacity or the facilities to functionally midfield.Then we get into Lindsey Horan's very weird interview in The Athletic (and rep…

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UWCL u So Crazy Girl & Oshoala to the NWSL!? 1:21:03

8M ago1:21:03

1:21:03

Courtney & André talk about how you're never not just a baby, the absolute bonkersness of Group C, Lily Yohannes ballin, Big Fish scorin, and ask what happened to the Frauen Bundesliga. Then we recap some major moves in the NWSL. Deyna Castellanos was finally announced by Bay FC and we're HYPE! We also break down Messiah Bright's move to Angel City…

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Roma Oh No, Marie Katoto, and Rio de Orlando 1:38:01

8M ago1:38:01

1:38:01

Courtney & André hop on the mics cause there is a LOT to talk about! Courtney catches us up on some bonkersness in English woso, then we dive into the UWCL to try to make sense of Group C, shout about Katoto and Nnadozie, and André talks about why Emma Hayes needs to call Lily Yohannes on day one hour one. After that they get into the NWSL, includi…

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NWSL Draft Spotlights, Euro Bag Getters, Free Agency, and Fake Gluten-Free Oreos 1:12:27

9M ago1:12:27

1:12:27

Courtney & André start off with some NWSL Draft chatter and spotlight a few melanated ballers to keep an eye on (including a potential Rose Lavelle 2.0 👀👀). Then they end up discussing the merits of the draft, and what it could look like if/when the draft is finally abolished. Then they get into a deluge of NWSL news that can't stop won't stop. Got…

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A Dope 2023, and What Can Make 2024 Even Doperer 43:30

9M ago43:30

43:30

It's our last episode of 2023 so Courtney & André decided to zoom out and look at the year that was, and what we hope to see across women's football in the year(s) ahead! Please subscribe, rate, review and don't forget to leave a dad joke – we appreciate y'all.=============Follow Us:Twitter - ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠@DiasporaUtdPod⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠…

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NWSL Fax Machine go brrr 1:00:45

10M ago1:00:45

1:00:45

Courtney & André get you prepped for the NWSL Expansion Draft, but first we take a moment to explain why expansion drafts suck and what can be done to make sure this one is the last one. Then we dive into the flood of transactions announced after the deadline, assess the deals made (we got all the questions for KC), and review some surprises on tea…

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Specific gardening tools are upset 1:35:00

10M ago1:35:00

1:35:00

WE BACK!! Life life'd so Courtney & André missed last week but you know what that means: that's right it's an extra lorj episode!We start by reviewing both USWNT matches against China. We talk about what worked so well in the first match, what didn't work in the second, what changed to get the goals, and what we thought of the new Sister Emma-adjac…

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SISTER EMMA IS HERE PRAISE GOD (w/ Shea Butter FC, pt1) 1:22:35

11M ago1:22:35

1:22:35

U.S. Soccer shed the unseriousness and hired Emma MF'n Hayes so it was the perfect time to crossover with Shea Butter FC! Skye & Sylvs join Courtney & André to discuss their immediate reactions to Hayes' hiring, her style of management, how she was made in America, her talent identification and development, and what we think all of it means for the…

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IT'S FRICKIN BATS 1:05:59

11M ago1:05:59

1:05:59

THE BATTIES DID IT! Courtney delights in André's sad Batman memes being put in storage, then we relive and recap an extremely dope NWSL Championship. We discuss Madame President Midge Purce vs. Rose 'Pink Lava' Lavelle, relive THAT Midge Purce run and Lynn Williams goal, plus THAT Rose Lavelle strike that gave Dutch folk an unpleasant flashback, an…

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The NWSL Championship is set, Emma Hayes comes home, and chicken wings 1:29:01

11M ago1:29:01

1:29:01

Courtney & André chat about a wild weekend in woso. First, they get into some super crunchy NWSL semifinals with Gotham beating Portland in Portland (bye Merritt!), then OL Reign out-sufferballing San Diego 1-0. We review each match then preview the NWSL Championship. Will Harvey continue to sufferball? Can Gotham's press generate enough chances ag…

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🎶We believe that children are our future...🎶 1:24:15

11M ago1:24:15

1:24:15

Courtney & André dive right into it with a review of three dull, boring, bland and goalless halves of soccer before discussing that one glorious half in which the kids went tf off! We also deal with Mr. Heifetz's weird Liga MX Femenil comments, and discuss what that mindset reveals about U.S. Soccer's player scouting, analysis and recruitment. Then…

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Power to the Reggae Girlz, It’s Frickin Bats, and Is England OK? 1:46:58

12M ago1:46:58

1:46:58

There's a lot goin on and we had a lot to say so we cover as much ground as we can! Courtney & André start off by reviewing the NWSL quarterfinals, with OL Reign suffocating an energetic Angel City, then Gotham getting a smart win over a Kerolin-less (sad feelios) North Carolina Courage. We look ahead to the semifinals then chat about Vlatko's retu…

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A PERFECT NWSL DAY OF CHAOS 55:14

12M ago55:14

55:14

WHAT! A! DAY! We've been begging, pleading and even demanding that the NWSL give us simultaneous kickoffs and a whiparound show, they finally did, and the players (and chaos) did not disappoint! Courtney & André relive the drama minute by minute, pick out their favorite goals, shoutout some dope performances, and recap a chaotic day in which only o…

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PREPARE TO BE SICK OF US 1:22:08

1y ago1:22:08

1:22:08

Y'ALL KNEW WHAT THIS WAS! Courtney & André talk about Mia Fishel scoring on her Chelsea debut at Stamford Bridge, and having an all around incredible game. We talk about her linkup play, what and who is still to come, but also get into attendance chat, because it was trash. After hitting some highlights around Europe, we return to the States to tal…

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RFEF Ain't Learned a Damn Thing, NWSL Parity, and USWNT (Remix) 1:23:53

1y ago1:23:53

1:23:53

Courtney & André catch you up on yet more of the mess with RFEF and the players. We have lawsuits and sanctions, angry airport interviews and so much more that should've never happened. Then we discuss the wild and wacky NWSL table. Courtney Thee Stats dropped a banger about every team being over 20 points for the first time. We talk about what tha…

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Power to the Players + the NWSL NWSL'ing 1:34:42

1y ago1:34:42

1:34:42

WE BACKITY BACK! Courtney & André hop on the mics to review and discuss Spain federation, Rubiales, Vilda, and the cowardice of not speaking up. [CW: Discussion about sexual abuse and assault (8:38-44:44)] Then we shift gears to discuss The Last Sippy Cup, and also ask, should it be? We give our predictions for that tournament wrapping up at the we…

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Xtina vs. Britney, World Cup Recap pt2 (w/ Tamerra Griffin) 1:04:28

1y ago1:04:28

1:04:28

We had a lot of ground to cover so we welcomed freelance women's soccer writer who covered the World Cup for The Athletic, Tamerra Griffin! Now that the world Cup is over, Tamerra joined Courtney & André as they attempted to immediately reflect on the tournament overall. It was the biggest one yet, with 32 teams, so we discuss what that means and h…

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Multiple Conflicting Truths, World Cup Recap pt1 (w/ Tamerra Griffin) 1:32:12

1y ago1:32:12

1:32:12

We had a lot of ground to cover so we decided to bring in freelance women's soccer writer who covered the World Cup for The Athletic, Tamerra Griffin! Tamerra joined Courtney & André for a conversation about both sides of Spain's victory over England, and lifting their first every World Cup trophy. First they discuss the matchup on the pitch, the i…

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French Fabio, Match Reviews, and the Colonizer Clásico 1:39:14

1y ago1:39:14

1:39:14

WE BACK! Through the power of Beyoncé's internet Courtney and André connected from across continents to chat about the World Cup so far. We review the quarterfinal and semifinal rounds before previewing the final, and Courtney dropping a World Cup final prediction that might destroy the whole world. Then we touch on the firing/resignation/firing of…

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