Best River City Ramble Podcasts (2024)

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"Voices from Gettysburg" with Allen Guelzo 57:51

11d ago57:51

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Gathering a treasure trove of powerful, rare, and haunting original documents, New York Times bestselling author and award-winning historian Allen C. Guelzo presents a uniquely readable and intimate oral history of the Civil War's turning point. We hear from a Union staff officer, a Confederate amputee, artilleryman, a sympathetic Northern woman, a…

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"Pennsylvania Government and Politics" with Thomas Baldino and Paula Duda Holoviak 57:18

1M ago57:18

57:18

This book provides a comprehensive examination of the Keystone State's formal and informal political institutions and players, past and present, and elucidates the place each holds in governing the commonwealth today. Covering a period of more than three hundred years, this volume presents a clear and succinct overview of the commonwealth's politic…

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"Work, Fight, Or Play Ball" with William Ecenbarger 48:07

2M ago48:07

48:07

In 1918, Bethlehem Steel started the world's greatest industrial baseball league. Appealing to Major League Baseball players looking to avoid service in the Great War, teams employed "ringers" like Babe Ruth, Rogers Hornsby, and Shoeless Joe Jackson in what became scornfully known as "safe shelter" leagues. pcntv.com/donate pcntv.com/membership-sig…

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"Gen X Pittsburgh" with David Rullo 57:39

2M ago57:39

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Beginning in the early 1990s, Pittsburgh's South Side neighborhood began to transform from the post-industrial morass it had been suffering for the last few decades. Artists began to rent empty apartments, what were once shot-and-a-beer bars became hip dive bars and entrepreneurs found inexpensive real estate to follow their visions. It was in this…

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"Harrisburg in WWI and the 1918 Pandemic" with Rodney Ross 52:13

2M ago52:13

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In 1917, at the start of World War I, among global war and a global pandemic, Harrisburgers stepped up and served. The city experienced tribulations as residents feared espionage, suspected foreigners and demanded loyalty. Hospitals struggled with the 1918 flu at their doorstep. Join author Rodney Ross as he charts the World War I era and the Harri…

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"George Washington in the French & Indian War" with Scott Patchan 56:42

3M ago56:42

56:42

George Washington has frequently been criticized for his first military campaign, which sparked the French and Indian War. While his campaign failed to meet its objectives, Washington experienced his first taste of military command, dealing with situations that ultimately proved beyond his control, and learned lessons that made him into the man who…

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"The Game that Saved the NHL" with Ed Gruver 57:20

4M ago57:20

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In late 1975 and early 1976, at the height of the Cold War, two of the Soviet Union's long-dominant national hockey teams traveled to North America to play an eight-game series against the best teams in the National Hockey League. The culmination of the "Super Series" was reigning Soviet League champion HC CSKA Moscow's face-off against the defendi…

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"Telling of the Anthracite" with Philip Mosley 59:06

4M ago59:06

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"Telling of the Anthracite" explores the various ways in which anthracite history has been represented and remembered since 1960, the chosen date for the start of the "posthistorical" era coinciding approximately with the Knox mine disaster (1959) and the beginning of the Centralia mine fire (1962-), two cataclysmic and fateful events that symboliz…

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"That Our Daughters May Be as Cornerstones" with Chad Leinaweaver 50:40

5M ago50:40

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Irving College was the first college to offer degrees in the arts and sciences to women and that two of its buildings still stand to this day. Named after famed author Washington Irving, this college for women was part of a nationwide trend in the nineteenth century to finally educate women, but a trend that was always fraught with opposition. pcnt…

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"On a Great Battlefield" with Jennifer Murray 57:13

5M ago57:13

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Of the more than seventy sites associated with the Civil War era that the National Park Service manages, none hold more national appeal and recognition than Gettysburg National Military Park. In "On a Great Battlefield," Jennifer M. Murray chronicles the administration of the National Park Service and how it educates the public about the battle and…

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"Emotional Brandywine" with Karl Kuerner & Bruce Mowday 57:06

7M ago57:06

57:06

The September 11, 1777, battle of Brandywine, a defeat for General George Washington, is too often forgotten by historians. Brandywine was one of the most important engagements of the war, also the largest land battle. Lafayette began his rise to an American hero that afternoon when he shed his blood for American freedom. Artist Karl J. Kuerner and…

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"Youghiogheny: Appalachian River" with Tim Palmer 57:09

8M ago57:09

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Turbulent rapids and wild shorelines of the Youghiogheny River highlight natural wonders of the Appalachian Mountains, and midway on the stream's revealing path, Ohiopyle State Park is a showcase of beauty and has become a recreational hotspot where the river thunders over its iconic falls and cascades through the wooded gorges of Pennsylvania. Now…

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"The Philadelphia Campaign, 1777" with Michael Harris 53:11

9M ago53:11

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The British Army in North America conducted two campaigns in 1777. John Burgoyne led one army south from Canada to seize control of the Lake Champlain-Hudson River corridor resulting in the battle of Saratoga. Rather than assist Burgoyne's campaign, William Howe led his army from New York City on the Philadelphia campaign. Although Howe captured Ph…

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"If We Are Striking for Pennsylvania" Volume 2 with Scott Mingus & Eric Wittenberg 57:23

9M ago57:23

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The first installment (June 3-22, 1863) carried the armies through the defining mounted clash at Battle of Brandy Station, after which Lee pushed his corps into the Shenandoah Valley and achieved the magnificent victory at Second Winchester on his way to the Potomac. Caught flat-footed, Maj. Gen. Joseph Hooker used his cavalry to probe the mountain…

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"Prisoners of Congress" with Norman Donoghue 53:11

10M ago53:11

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In 1777, Congress labeled Quakers who would not take up arms in support of the War of Independence as "the most Dangerous Enemies America knows" and ordered Pennsylvania and Delaware to apprehend them. In response, Keystone State officials sent twenty men-seventeen of whom were Quakers-into exile, banishing them to Virginia, where they were held fo…

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"Digging in the City of Brotherly Love" (2nd Edition) with Rebecca Yamin 56:49

10M ago56:49

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Historic Philadelphia has long yielded archaeological treasures from its past. Excavations required by the National Historic Preservation Act have recovered pottery shards, pots, plates, coins, bones, and other artifacts relating to early life in the city. This updated edition of Digging in the City of Brotherly Love continues to use archaeology to…

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George Marshall's "Memoirs of My Services in the World War, 1917-1918" with Tom Bruscino 1:53:09

1y ago1:53:09

1:53:09

George Marshall was one of America's most significant statesmen during the mid twentieth century. He was born and raised in Uniontown, PA and attended VMI before earning a commission in the U.S. Army in 1902. During World War II he led the Army as Chief of Staff and after the war served as Secretary of State where he initiated the Marshall Plan for…

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"George Nakashima Woodworkers Process Book" with Mira Nakashima 50:25

1y ago50:25

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George Nakashima began his furniture business as a reactionary movement against the practice of 20th century "modern" architecture, design, and art. With a solid background in architectural history and design, engineering and building practice, George turned towards a simpler life in which direct contact with materials, tools, clients, and craftsme…

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"The Whiskey Rebellion" with Brady Crytzer 57:28

1y ago57:28

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In March 1791 Treasury Secretary Alexander Hamilton shocked the western frontier when he proposed a domestic excise tax on whiskey to balance America's national debt. As the months passed however the people of Western Pennsylvania grew restless with the inadequacy of the government's response and they soon turned to more violent means of political …

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"Are All Politics Nationalized?" with Stephen Medvic, Matthew Schousen, and Berwood Yost 58:07

1y ago58:07

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Given the news media's focus on national issues and debates, voters might be expected to make decisions about state and local candidates based on their views of the national parties and presidential candidates. The editors and contributors of this book examine the 2020 elections in six Pennsylvania districts to explore the level of nationalization …

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"Small-Town Cops in the Crosshairs" with Bruce Mowday 55:50

1y ago55:50

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The sniper killings of Kennett Square, Pennsylvania, policemen William Davis and Richard Posey shocked the American public in November 1972 and garnered national coverage on the major news networks at the time. Fifty years later, this book, the first to cover the slayings, details the cold-blooded ambush of the two small-town law enforcement office…

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"American Ramble" with Neil King 57:15

1y ago57:15

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A memoir about a 330-mile walk from Washington, D.C., to New York City - an unforgettable pilgrimage to the heart of America across some of our oldest common ground. Neil King Jr.'s desire to walk from Washington, D.C., to New York City began as a whim and soon became an obsession as he was determined to rediscover what matters in life and to see o…

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"Donora Death Fog" with Andy McPhee 57:54

1+ y ago57:54

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In October 1948, a seemingly average fog descended on the tiny mill town of Donora, Pennsylvania. With a population of fewer than fifteen thousand, the town's main industry was steel and zinc mills—mills that continually emitted pollutants into the air. The six-day smog event left twenty-one people dead and thousands sick. Even after the fog lifted…

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"Surviving the Winters" with Steven Elliott 58:53

1+ y ago58:53

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George Washington and his Continental Army braving the frigid winter at Valley Forge form an iconic image in the popular history of the American Revolution. Exploring the inner workings of the Continental Army through the prism of its encampments, this book is the first to show how camp construction and administration played a crucial role in Patri…

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Episode 87 - Keep On Truckin'! 52:37

1+ y ago52:37

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We've entered a new era: welcome to the River City Ramble. This week Mike, Mason, and Shjon recap the action from St Louis City SC's historic victory over the San Jose Earthquakes, becoming the first MLS expansion club to win their first 4 games. It's a week of much celebration. Enjoy! If you like the show and want to support us, please subscribe, …

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Throw In - San Jose Earthquakes Preview 53:27

1+ y ago53:27

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On this Throw In, Mike and Shjon have some brief St Louis City news before previewing their upcoming match against the San Jose Earthquakes, along with another week of MLS Roundup. Enjoy! If you like the show and want to support us, please subscribe, rate and review! Join our Discord server: https://discord.gg/BZpCSSJk7g Follow us on Twitter: @socc…

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Episode 86 - New Kids On The Top 51:15

1+ y ago51:15

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This week Mike and Shjon recap the latest St Louis City SC action from Portland, look ahead briefly to San Jose, and also talk shortly on the Gregg Berhalther report. Enjoy! If you like the show and want to support us, please subscribe, rate and review! Join our Discord server: https://discord.gg/BZpCSSJk7g Follow us on Twitter: @soccercapitol Foll…

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"Joe Louis vs. Billy Conn" with Ed Gruver 58:26

1+ y ago58:26

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During the memorable summer of 1941, no sports story loomed larger than Joe Louis versus Billy Conn, the hard-hitting heavyweight champion, Detroit's "Brown Bomber," battling the stylish and cocky "Pittsburgh Kid." Considered one of the greatest matches in boxing history, the fight saw the underdog Conn well ahead on points until Louis knocked him …

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Throw In - Portland Timbers Preview 47:22

1+ y ago47:22

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On this Throw In, Mike and Shjon have some brief St Louis City SC news before discussing the Portland Timbers, City's next upcoming opponent. There's also the return of the MLS Roundup. Enjoy! If you like the show and want to support us, please subscribe, rate and review! Join our Discord server: https://discord.gg/BZpCSSJk7g Follow us on Twitter: …

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"A Most Gallant Resistance" with James McIntyre 57:08

1+ y ago57:08

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The Delaware River defenses played a crucial role for the Americans in Philadelphia during the American War of Independence in 1777. Maintaining the integrity of the river defenses involved an attritional campaign waged by an intrepid group of defenders which brought together the efforts of the Continental Army, the Continental Navy and the Pennsyl…

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Episode 85 - In Our History, In Our Blood 1:14:53

1+ y ago1:14:53

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This week Mike, Mason, and Shjon have a report from St Louis City SC's inaugural home opener. We've got goals, analysis, and experiences from in and around the stadium to celebrate the occasion. Enjoy! If you like the show and want to support us, please subscribe, rate and review! Join our Discord server: https://discord.gg/BZpCSSJk7g Follow us on …

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Throw In - Charlotte FC Preview 31:06

1+ y ago31:06

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On this quick hit Throw In, Mike and Shjon sit down to dive a bit deeper into Charlotte FC, St Louis City's opponent for their first ever home match. Enjoy! If you like the show and want to support us, please subscribe, rate and review! Join our Discord server: https://discord.gg/BZpCSSJk7g Follow us on Twitter: @soccercapitol Follow us on the Web …

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Episode 84 - A Thunderous Arrival 1:07:56

1+ y ago1:07:56

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This week Mike, Mason, and Chris have the biggest news of all: a recap of St Louis City SC's very first MLS regular season match! We break down the game against Austin FC and discuss the scenes from our watch parties across the city, before wrapping up with some MLS quick hits. Enjoy! If you like the show and want to support us, please subscribe, r…

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"Vigilance" with Andrew Diemer 58:56

1+ y ago58:56

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The remarkable and inspiring story of William Still, an unknown abolitionist who dedicated his life to managing a critical section of the Underground Railroad in Philadelphia. Learn the full range of Still's life and accomplishments. pcntv.com/donate pcntv.com/membership-signup pcntv.comBy PCN - Pennsylvania Cable Network

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"Street Diplomacy" with Elliott Drago 57:19

1+ y ago57:19

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Although Philadelphia's Black community lived in a free city in a free state, they faced constant threats to their personal safety and freedom. The political and physical conflicts that arose over fugitive slave removals and the kidnappings of free Black people forced Philadelphians to confront the politics of slavery. pcntv.com/donate pcntv.com/me…

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Episode 83 - The One Where It Gets Real 1:15:54

1+ y ago1:15:54

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This week the boys sit down to discuss some big news. We've got the away kit reveal, we've got the finale of the preseason, and we have our first ever regular season game preview for St Louis City SC. Enjoy! If you like the show and want to support us, please subscribe, rate and review! Join our Discord server: https://discord.gg/BZpCSSJk7g Follow …

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Throw In - The MLS Preseason Crucible 2023: Western Conference Previews 1:01:09

1+ y ago1:01:09

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On this week's Throw In episode the gang wraps up the bulk of our preseason coverage. We discuss the Western Conference teams, with one notable exception that will be covered later. Enjoy! If you like the show and want to support us, please subscribe, rate and review! Join our Discord server: https://discord.gg/BZpCSSJk7g Follow us on Twitter: @soc…

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Episode 82 - Come On Fleur the Noise feat. Fleur de Noise 1:18:10

1+ y ago1:18:10

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This week the full crew returns to talk about some of the goings on around St Louis City SC, including some of the things we learned at the St Louligans AGM, along with a brief discussion about the rumors of an expanded playoff format for MLS. We also have an interview with Zack and Austin of Fleur de Noise to talk about their gameday plans and how…

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Throw In - The MLS Preseason Crucible 2023: Eastern Conference Previews 1:42:46

1+ y ago1:42:46

1:42:46

On this Throw In episode, we start up our season previews for 2023. Mike, Mason, and Chris break down the Eastern Conference teams as well as break down mentally. Enjoy! If you like the show and want to support us, please subscribe, rate and review! Join our Discord server: https://discord.gg/BZpCSSJk7g Follow us on Twitter: @soccercapitol Follow u…

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"American Sirens" with Kevin Hazzard 55:42

1+ y ago55:42

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Until the 1970s, if you suffered a medical crisis, your chances of survival were minimal. But that all changed with Freedom House EMS in Pittsburgh, a group of Black men who became America's first paramedics. pcntv.com/donate pcntv.com/membership-signup pcntv.comBy PCN - Pennsylvania Cable Network

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Episode 81 - The Soccer Capitol Gets Punk'd feat. Saint Louis City Punks 1:04:22

1+ y ago1:04:22

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This week Mike, Mason, and Chris have some updates around STL City SC, including an upcoming open house at the stadium and a date for the away kit reveal, before getting into some updates with MLS Season Pass on Apple TV and the Sounders in the Club World Cup. We also have an interview with the leadership of the Saint Louis City Punks to talk about…

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Throw In - Getting Supportive feat. Brad DeMunbrun of the St. Louligans 54:18

1+ y ago54:18

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On this Throw In episode, Mike and Mason are lucky enough to sit down with Brad DeMunbrun of the St. Louligans to talk about what the group is, it's history, and how a broad and storied supporter's group like theirs plans to grow alongside the club. Enjoy! Meet the Louligans: Online at stlouligans.com On Twitter: @StLouligans On Instagram: @StLouli…

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"Feeding Washington's Army" with Ricardo Herrera 57:16

1+ y ago57:16

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In this major new history of the Continental Army's Grand Forage of 1778, award-winning military historian Ricardo A. Herrera uncovers what daily life was like for soldiers during the darkest and coldest days of the American Revolution: the Valley Forge winter. Here, the army launched its largest and riskiest operation to feed itself and prevent st…

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Episode 80 - Apple TV Killed the Podcast Star 1:09:27

1+ y ago1:09:27

1:09:27

This week Mike, Mason, and Chris talk about St Louis SC's first two preseason games and some big updates in City 2 with a new signing and new coaching staff. We also have some more information about how MLS on Apple TV will work, along with a breakdown of the USMNT's friendlies from this camp. Enjoy! If you like the show and want to support us, ple…

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Episode 79 - Allocation (Out of) Order 1:05:24

1+ y ago1:05:24

1:05:24

This week the whole crew returns to discuss some big news for STL City with the announcement of the Leagues Cup groups and the run-up to preseason play. We also talk about some big news out of MLS, including the end of the Allocation Order, along with some US national team news and listener questions. Enjoy! If you like the show and want to support…

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Episode 78 - The Best Kept Secrets feat. No Nap City Ultras 1:15:37

1+ y ago1:15:37

1:15:37

This week Mike, Mason, and Shjon discuss the big news drop this week from St Louis City SC, including the finally official signing of Indiana Vassilev and worrisome news regarding Joakim Nilsson. We also chat with No Nap City Ultras regarding some of the details of their supporter's group and how others can get involved, before wrapping up with som…

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Throw In - Talking St Louis City with Joe Lowery 37:58

1+ y ago37:58

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On this Throw In episode Mike, Mason, and Shjon sit down with Joe Lowery from Total Soccer Show and backheeled.com to discuss some of his thoughts and trepidations regarding St Louis City SC ahead of the inaugural season. Enjoy! Total Soccer Show on Apple Podcasts backheeled.com Joe Lowery on Twitter If you like the show and want to support us, ple…

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Episode 77 - The Show Too Stubborn to Die 50:10

1+ y ago50:10

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This week Mike, Mason, and Shjon overcome some technical difficulties to bring you a full slate of STL City SC news, including the signing of the first homegrown and preseason training. We also discuss the announced roster of some broadcasters for Apple TV, and some players who have announced their retirement from MLS. Enjoy! If you like the show a…

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Episode 76 - The Two Musketeers 32:35

1+ y ago32:35

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This week, Shjon and Chris talk about their experience at the MLS SuperDraft, some of the new signings coming to St Louis City SC, and a bit of news with the supporters groups. Tune in! If you like the show and want to support us, please subscribe, rate and review! Join our Discord server: https://discord.gg/BZpCSSJk7g Follow us on Twitter: @soccer…

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Episode 75 - The Ghost of Podcast Past 32:01

1+ y ago32:01

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This week, the gang have an unexpectedly truncated show, and so it's all City! We talk about the new signing, the rumor mill about another potential signing, and do a brief SuperDraft preview. Enjoy! If you like the show and want to support us, please subscribe, rate and review! Join our Discord server: https://discord.gg/BZpCSSJk7g Follow us on Tw…

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