Canary and Blue - A Brazilian Football podcast
100 episodes - English - Latest episode: about 5 years ago - ★★★★★ - 20 ratingsCanary and Blue is the only English-language podcast network dedicated exclusively to Brazilian football, and hosts two marquee podcasts. Selecao Talk, hosted by Chase Haislip and Jimmy Torrejon, is a podcast focused on the Brazilian National Team. The podcast is home to discussions about recent Seleção results in friendlies, qualifiers, and major competitions, as well as analysis of Tite's selection decisions and the performances of Brazilians across Europe. Brasileirão Talk, hosted by Chase Haislip and Joshua Law, is a weekly podcast dedicated to the Campeonato Brasileiro. Chase and Josh cover all of the major talking points from each round of the championship, diving into the league's biggest story lines and never-ending drama. Canary and Blue has also produced documentary podcasts on Ronaldinho and Júlio César. All of the Canary and Blue podcasts can be found at canaryandblue.com.
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Episodes
Our Final Podcast - A Bright Future for the Seleção
July 14, 2019 23:24 - 1 hour - 113 MBChase and Jimmy answer listener questions about the future of the Seleção. they discuss Neymar, Coutinho, players they believe will carry the mantle for Brazil, and much more!
Post-Copa Analysis with David Pacheco
July 12, 2019 03:26 - 1 hour - 107 MBOn a special bonus episode of Canary & Blue, Chase is joined by David Pacheco to analyze Brazil's win at the Copa America and where the squad goes from here. They discuss Tite's tactics, the striker position, Neymar's future, and much more!
CAMPEÃO
July 07, 2019 22:51 - 27 minutes - 38.2 MBBrazil are champions of South America after a 3x1 win against Peru in the final. Chase and Jimmy break down each element of the match, and offer early predictions for what the squad has in store over the next three years.
Brazil x Argentina Deep Dive and Peru Preview
July 05, 2019 21:23 - 55 minutes - 76.5 MBThe C&B Boys are joined by Joshua Law to offer a detailed breakdown of Brazil's 2x0 win over Argentina. They discuss the passion of the crowd, Gabriel Jesus' breakout performance, and why Neymar may have to adapt when he returns to the Selecao.
Brazil x Argentina Rapid Reaction
July 03, 2019 04:15 - 24 minutes - 33.8 MBChase and Jimmy react to Brazil's 2x0 win over Argentina in the Copa America semifinals.
Paraguay Deep Dive and Argentina Preview
June 30, 2019 17:45 - 47 minutes - 64.7 MBChase and Jimmy are joined by Joshua Law to review Brazil's thrilling penalty win over Paraguay. They discuss Allison's heroics, the state of the pitch, and why the public still have not taken to this version of the selecao. They also preview Argentina, analyzing potential lineup changes and offering score predictions.
Alisson is World Class
June 28, 2019 03:35 - 23 minutes - 32.9 MBChase and Jimmy provide a rapid reaction to Brazil's penalty shootout victory against Paraguay.
Brazil x Peru - The Peruvian Perspective
June 25, 2019 02:00 - 15 minutes - 21.1 MBNEW PODCAST! Following Brazil's resounding win against Peru, Jimmy sits down with Eric from @SchnixB04 to talk about the match from a Peruvian perspective. They discuss where it went wrong for Peru and what is next for them in the Knockout rounds.
Rapid Reaction- Brazil x Venezuela
June 20, 2019 03:45 - 19 minutes - 26.3 MBChase and Jimmy react to Brazil's 0x0 draw against Venezuela. They discuss the impact of VAR, Firmino's fit within the current side, Everton's impact, and much more!
Seleção Bonanza - Bolivia and WWC Review
June 17, 2019 03:26 - 1 hour - 128 MBOn an action packed Sunday podcast, Chase and Jimmy review both the men's performance in the Copa America and the women's performance in the World Cup. Joshua Law joins Chase and Jimmy to cover both the men and the women. Then, they are joined by Christian to cover the Bolivia perspective.
Rapid Reaction: Brazil 3-0 Bolivia
June 15, 2019 04:58 - 27 minutes - 37.6 MBChase and Jimmy react to Brazil's 3-0 win over Bolivia.
What can we learn, reviewing the Honduras friendly
June 09, 2019 21:27 - 49 minutes - 67.5 MBChase and Jimmy break down Brazil's barnstorming 7x0 win against Honduras. They discuss neymars absence, the role of Coutinho, the criticality of Luis and Alves, and more.
Pre-Copa America Mailbag
June 02, 2019 20:54 - 1 hour - 131 MBChase and Jimmy hit the airwaves for a mailbag ahead of this week's Copa America friendlies. They discuss Tite's preferred formation, the most valuable members of the squad, and which player is best placed to start at right wing. They start the podcast with a discussion of the recent accusations against Neymar.
Back to Basics: Copa America Squad Review
May 18, 2019 16:40 - 47 minutes - 65.5 MBChase and Jimmy are joined by Robbie Blakeley to break down Tite's squad for the Copa America. They discuss the conservative nature of the team, Tite's response to press criticism, the Fernandinho/Fabinho debate, Neymar as captain, and much more.
Kick and a Dream - UCL Semis Review
May 08, 2019 01:54 - 1 hour - 86.1 MBChase and Quinn discuss one of the wildest nights in UCL history, as Liverpool win 4-0 against Barcelona to turn them over at Anfield. We discuss the seismic impacts of this result on European football, and offer predictions for the final.
PSG's Season in Review
April 23, 2019 02:52 - 31 minutes - 53.6 MBChase invites Guillaume from PSG Talk (@ofthedoor1) to review PSG’s 2018-2019 season. They discuss Tuchel’s performance during this campaign, expectations for next year, and how Neymar fits into plans for Paris. They also talk about Marquinhos’ revelatory season, Dani Alves, and who should be captain for PSG.
Copa America Team Profile - Colombia
April 17, 2019 22:56 - 20 minutes - 28.5 MBNEW PODCAST! Continuing our C&B's Copa America 2019 Team Profiles series, Jimmy sits down with Simon Edwards from @SimonEdwardsSAF to talk about the Colombian National Team. They discuss Simon's thoughts on how far Colombia might go in the tourney and his thoughts on the draw as well as the expectations of the team with their new manager.
A Champions League Quarterfinal Mailbag
April 14, 2019 16:44 - 50 minutes - 69.1 MBOn this week's podcast, Chase and Jimmy answer listener questions related to the UCL and the Brazilian League. Chase offers a prediction for the top 4 of the Brasileirao as well as craque of the year, and discusses the brilliant Libertadores form of Athletico Paranaense. They also talk about the Champions League quarterfinals, discussing who is the best remaining team in the competition.
Copa America Team Profile - Peru
April 04, 2019 01:00 - 39 minutes - 53.8 MBNEW PODCAST! Continuing our C&B's Copa America 2019 Team Profiles series, Jimmy sits down with Eric from @SchnixB04 to talk about the Peruvian National Team. They discuss their football history, their recent history in cup competitions, their manager who renewed his contract to lead the team into another World Cup cycle, and preview how they might do in the Copa this summer with an upcoming match against Brazil.
The Post-Friendly Mailbag
March 31, 2019 19:39 - 55 minutes - 75.9 MBChase and Jimmy return to the airwaves with a mailbag full of questions. They discuss whether Tite is the right man for the Brazil project how he might mix up the attacking and midfield options, and the impact the Europeanization of football has on the Selecao.
The Brazil x Czech Republic Review Podcast
March 26, 2019 22:52 - 32 minutes - 44.7 MBChase and Jimmy let their emotions flow in a reaction to Brazil's 3x1 win against the Czech Republic. They discuss why the final 20 minutes were the best Brazil has played during 2018/2019 and what changes Tite has to make ahead of this summer's Copa America. They also break down many of the best performances across the pitch, and offer hypothetical formations.
Brazil x Panama Match Review
March 24, 2019 23:28 - 43 minutes - 59.2 MBChase and Jimmy invite Robbie Blakeley onto the podcast to review Brazil's 1x1 draw against Panama. They discuss Brazil's current level of Neymar-dependence, the midfield structure, and the level of heat Tite will be facing ahead of this summer's Copa America. They also cover Coutinho's confidence level, Paqueta's brilliance, and the debutants in defense.
Copa America Team Profile - Ecuador
March 21, 2019 05:00 - 41 minutes - 56.5 MBNEW PODCAST! Continuing our C&B's Copa America 2019 Team Profiles series, Jimmy sits down with Xavier Zavala from @Zavxav to talk about the Ecuadorian National Team. They discuss their football history, their recent history in cup competitions, their manager hired for a second time to lead the national team, and preview how they might do in the Copa this summer.
Preview for the March Friendlies
March 18, 2019 01:30 - 49 minutes - 67.6 MBChase and Jimmy preview next weekend's friendlies against Panama and the Czech Republic. They talk about the players with the most to gain and the most to lose, offer predictions for each of the matches, and answer a few listener questions along the way.
Neymar's Past, Present, and Future
March 11, 2019 02:41 - 50 minutes - 87.9 MBChase invites Joshua Law onto the podcast to discuss all things Brazilian in the Champions League, with a focus on PSG's exit to Manchester United and its impact on Neymar's future. They also talk about Coutinho's current run of poor form, and check in on the state leagues.
March Friendlies Squad Reaction
March 04, 2019 02:00 - 34 minutes - 47.9 MBChase and Jimmy break down the Brazil squad for the March friendlies, offering positives and negatives on Tite's most progressive selection to date.
Copa America Team Profile - Bolivia
February 25, 2019 02:00 - 46 minutes - 64 MBNEW PODCAST! Continuing our C&B's Copa America 2019 Team Profiles series, Jimmy sits down with Christian Berthin from @ebergydev to talk about the Bolivian National Team. They discuss Bolivian football history, their recent history in cup competitions, their new manager, and preview how they might do in the Copa this summer.
A Mailbag Born in Manchester
February 18, 2019 00:59 - 46 minutes - 64 MBChase and Jimmy take listener questions this week, and discuss PSG massive win at Old Trafford, Tuchel's impact on Thiago Silva and Marquinhos, Vinicius Jr in the March Brazil squad, and the failure of the U20s.
The Vinicius Jr Appreciation Podcast with Matt Wiltse
February 11, 2019 02:17 - 32 minutes - 58.5 MBChase is joined by Matt Wiltse from Managing Madrid to discuss all things Brazilian at Real Madrid. They cover the emergence of Vinicius Jr, Marcelo's roller-coaster campaign, Casemiro's continued growth, the arrival of Rodrygo, and, as always, the Neymar rumors.
Copa America Team Profile - Qatar
February 04, 2019 02:30 - 22 minutes - 31 MBNEW PODCAST! These are the first episodes in C&B's Copa America 2019 Team Profiles series in which C&B will profile every team in the Copa America for summer 2019. In this episode, Jimmy sits down with Mouhamad Rachini from @ThatArabKeeper to talk about the Qatar National Team. They discuss their history in cup competitions, the current Asian Cup, and preview how they might do in the Copa this summer.
Copa America Team Profile - Japan
February 04, 2019 02:30 - 56 minutes - 77.6 MBNEW PODCAST! These are the first episodes in C&B's Copa America 2019 Team Profiles series in which C&B will profile every team in the Copa America for summer 2019. In this episode, Jimmy sits down with Dan Orlowitz from @aishiterutokyo to talk about the Japanese National Team. They discuss the football culture in Japan, their history in cup competitions, the current Asian Cup, preview how they might do in the Copa this summer and much more!
Copa America Draw Review
January 27, 2019 23:00 - 30 minutes - 42.1 MBChase and Jimmy review the draw for the 2019 Copa America. They walk through Brazil's group, and pontificate about the group of death.
Neymar's Future and Militão Talk - A Mailbag with Cam Maher
January 21, 2019 04:50 - 58 minutes - 104 MBChase invites Cam Maher to the podcast to cover a mailbag full of listener questions. They discuss the Ronaldo x Romario debate, Neymar's future at PSG, where Militão can fulfill his potential, Coutinho's current form, the 2019 Copa America Squad, and the best player of this year's Copinha.
U20 South American Championship Preview and Paquetá Talk
January 14, 2019 01:57 - 57 minutes - 79.4 MBThis week's episode of Seleção Talk includes two interviews. First, Chase and Jimmy speak with Austin Miller of World Football Index to preview the U20 South American Championship. They discuss the Brazilian squad, with emphasis on the players to watch. Then they speak with Peter Coiley from the AC Milan Offside Blog about how Paquetá will fold into the squad, and what Milan supporters expect from him. They also engage in a quick discussion about the Gabigol's move to Flamengo.
C&B 2019 New Year's Resolutions
January 07, 2019 02:10 - 41 minutes - 57 MBChase and Jimmy kick off 2019 with a list of resolutions related to Brazilian Football. They discuss who needs to make commitments to a better year, to more playing time, or simply a change of scenery.
2018 Brazilian Football Year in Review
December 22, 2018 16:24 - 47 minutes - 64.5 MBChase and Jimmy walk through their year in review for Brazilian football. They discuss the best and worst moment of the year, the most improved player, best young player, best goal, and best player.
An Interview with the Producers of "Broadway to Brazil"
December 10, 2018 05:53 - 39 minutes - 68.1 MBOn this week’s episode of Canary and Blue, Jimmy sits down with Jarek Zaba and Dominic Bliss, the producers of Broadway to Brazil. The podcast series explores the history of Corinthian-Casuals, the south London club that served as the inspiration for Corinthians Paulista.
The Final Brasileirão Review of 2018
December 04, 2018 07:08 - 55 minutes - 79.9 MBChase and Josh head to the studio for the final episode of the Brasileirão Review for 2018. They discuss Palmeiras’ win against Vitoria in the final match of the season, giving special attention to the political drama which occurred off the pitch. They also break down the final results of the relegation battle, and offer a few end of season awards including best player, best manager, most improved player, and best/worst moment of the season. They also give one “way too early” prediction for ...
Untangling a Quite Tangled Group C
December 02, 2018 23:14 - 1 hour - 92.3 MBChase and Jimmy answer listener questions with a specific eye towards the Brazilian filled group C of the champions league.
Palmeiras as Champions - The Brasileirão Review
November 29, 2018 07:29 - 57 minutes - 82.6 MBOn this week’s episode of the Brasileirão Review, Chase and Josh discuss Palmeiras’ place in the pantheon of champions of the Campeonato Brasileiro and how the victory impacts the legacy of Felipão. They also predict the final results of the relegation scramble, and run through the managerial rumor mill.
The Brazil x Cameroon Review Podcast
November 21, 2018 01:57 - 44 minutes - 60.5 MBChase and Jimmy break down the thrilling encounter between Cameroon and Brazil. They discuss the return of King Paulinho, Brazil's dependence on Neymar and Coutinho, and why Brazil are still favorites for this summer's Copa America.
Flamengo Season Review - The Brasileirão Review
November 19, 2018 06:44 - 51 minutes - 87.3 MBOn this week’s episode of the Brasileirão Review, Chase is joined by Marcelo, the admin of @FlamengoENG, to talk about how Flamengo supporters have rated the side’s performance this year. Chase and Marcelo discuss the present and future of Lucas Paquetá, how the board elections will impact the future of the club, and why state leagues are ruining Brazilian football.
The Brazil x Uruguay Review Podcast
November 17, 2018 05:22 - 41 minutes - 56.4 MBChase and Jimmy are joined by Robbie Blakeley to break down Brazil's 1x0 win against Uruguay. They discuss Tite's conservatism, how Arthur fits into this tactical system, Firmino's performance, and the current options at right back.
The Brazil x Uruguay BONUS Preview Podcast
November 16, 2018 03:01 - 19 minutes - 26.6 MBChase and Jimmy preview Brazil's match against Uruguay at the Emirates on Friday. They each offer 3 things they are looking forward to during the match, giving ample time to discussing the different midfield permutations. They also give one player they wish was in the squad that is not, and talk about why Richarlison should play ahead of Firmino. Chase also gives a very brief Brasileirão update.
An Interview with Louis Myles - The Director of "Kaiser"
November 14, 2018 03:11 - 31 minutes - 53.8 MBOn this week’s episode of Selecao Talk, Chase sits down with Louis Myles, the director of “Kaiser: The Greatest Footballer Never To Play Football.” The documentary focuses on the life of Carlos Henrique Raposo, also known as Carlos Kaiser, a con-man of the 1980’s and 1990’s who had multiple contracts with the biggest football clubs in Rio de Janeiro despite never kicking a football. The film has enjoyed rave reviews, with the story being referred to as “The Catch Me if You Can of Brazilian F...
The Ceiling for Palmeiras - The Brasileirão Review
November 09, 2018 07:47 - 59 minutes - 109 MBChase and Josh break down Rodada 33 of the Campeonato Brasileiro. They give special attention to Palmeiras’ big win over Santos, why Vanderlei hasn’t been chosen by Tite, the ceiling for Palmeiras in the years to come, why Flamengo haven’t won a recent major title, and who will ultimately be relegated.
Brazilians at Barça - An Interview with Gabriel Quiroga
November 05, 2018 03:37 - 36 minutes - 50.6 MBJimmy sits down with Gabriel Quiroga from Barça Talk Pod to talk about all the Brazilians currently plying their trade at Barcelona. They discuss Arthur's genius and his ability to fit perfectly at the club, Malcom's absence in the squad, Coutinho's influence on Barcelona's ability to win the Champions League, and Rafinha's current form.
Eroding the Good Faith - Tite's November Selections
October 31, 2018 01:01 - 53 minutes - 72.8 MBChase and Jimmy break down Tite's selections for the November friendlies, giving significant time to the call-up of Paulinho, decisions about where Arthur fits into the midfield, and how Neymar is responding to pressure at PSG.
A Title Decider at the Maracanã - The Brasileirão Review
October 30, 2018 06:11 - 52 minutes - 95.3 MBOn this week’s episode of the Brasileirão Review, Josh and Chase break down Rodada 31 of the Campeonato Brasileiro, with special focus on the big match between Flamengo and Palmeiras. They also discuss whether Inter will be among the favorites for the title next season, why Edenílson is one of the most underrated team in Brazil, and where Grêmio’s performance against River ranks against the best performances of the year.
A Thriller at the Beira-Rio - The Brasileirão Review
October 23, 2018 17:49 - 47 minutes - 87.5 MBOn this week's episode of the Brasileirão Review, Chase and Josh break down Round 30 of the Campeonato Brasileiro. With special attention given to the thrilling 2x2 draw between Santos and Internacional, they discuss the state of the title race, and why Flamengo x Palmeiras is likely the biggest game of the season. This podcast also includes an interview with Rogério Ceni, the Fortaleza manager pushing the club to promotion.