Filibuster - The Black and Red United Podcast
698 episodes - English - Latest episode: about 2 years ago - ★★★★ - 59 ratingsA fan-driven look at all things D.C. United and the official podcast of Black & Red United, SB Nation's community dedicated to Washington, DC's Major League Soccer team. Each week, writers from the site break down the Black-and-Red's previous games, check in with coaches and players and preview upcoming matches with experts on the teams United will be playing.
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One last time
May 04, 2022 14:06 - 1 hour - 23.1 MBRelax, have a drink with me one last time. Thank you for listening to Filibuster! You can find everything that we write on Black and Red United, and if you like what we do you can support us monthly on Patreon or tip us any time on Pinecast.
Center for United Performance
April 28, 2022 19:46 - 22.1 MBIn this episode, Adam, Ben, and Jason break down Chad Ashton's first game in his second stint as interim head coach, a 3-2 win over the New England Revolution. We heap praise on Taxi Fountas, but also discuss why the team is letting in more set piece goals. In the second segment, we talk about the Columbus Crew and what today's anniversary is. Give it a listen! Thank you for listening to Filibuster! You can find everything that we write on Black and Red United, and if you like what we do y...
Hernan Losada fired
April 21, 2022 16:46 - 1 hour - 30.5 MBThere is only one thing to talk about this week, and it is the firing of D.C. United coach Hernan Losada. We talk about how it took us by surprise, the ways that it didn't, how it came to pass, and what we think will happen with Chad Ashton in charge for the rest of the year. Give it a listen! Thank you for listening to Filibuster! You can find everything that we write on Black and Red United, and if you like what we do you can support us monthly on Patreon or tip us any time on Pinecast.
Respectfully flexing
April 07, 2022 20:48 - 45 minutes - 17.7 MBIt is a bye week for D.C. United, but Filibuster plays through all the bye weeks. Jason, Adam, and Ben break down United's last minute loss to Atlanta United, including their play on set pieces, the midfield and Chris Durkin, and whether Taxi will fix what ails the team, and much more. Give it a listen! Thank you for listening to Filibuster! You can find everything that we write on Black and Red United, and if you like what we do you can support us monthly on Patreon or tip us any time on ...
Atlanta United preview with Jillian Sakovits
March 30, 2022 17:22 - 12 MBThis week, Jason, Adam, and Ben welcome back Jillian Sakovits, host of The Call Up and host for Atlanta United coverage for Bally Sports South. We preview Atlanta United, how they're doing under Gonzalo Pineda, whats happening with their big new signing, are they going to miss Barco, and so much more. Give it a listen! Thank you for listening to Filibuster! You can find everything that we write on Black and Red United, and if you like what we do you can support us monthly on Patreon or tip...
Eastern Conference breakdown with Matt Doyle
March 25, 2022 14:39 - 27 minutes - 10.5 MBIn our second episode this week, Jason and Adam talk to MLS's Armchair Analyst, Matt Doyle! We take a look at the Eastern Conference after about of month of play, and look at who has the leg up and who still needs to do more work. Give it a listen! Thank you for listening to Filibuster! You can find everything that we write on Black and Red United, and if you like what we do you can support us monthly on Patreon or tip us any time on Pinecast.
Do algorithms dream of electric victories?
March 23, 2022 17:23 - 50 minutes - 19.2 MBAdam, Jason, and Ben are back to talk about D.C. United's 2-1 loss to Toronotc FC. We talk about that loss, the referee, Concacaf Champions League, and Taxi Fountas getting here early. Give it a listen! Thank you for listening to Filibuster! You can find everything that we write on Black and Red United, and if you like what we do you can support us monthly on Patreon or tip us any time on Pinecast.
Toronto FC preview with Kristin Knowles
March 18, 2022 12:45 - 42 minutes - 15.4 MBJason and Adam welcome back our dear friend Kristin Knowles to talk about D.C. United's weekend opponent, Toronto FC. Give it a listen! Thank you for listening to Filibuster! You can find everything that we write on Black and Red United, and if you like what we do you can support us monthly on Patreon or tip us any time on Pinecast.
D.C. United versus Chicago Fire
March 16, 2022 00:10 - 50 minutes - 20 MBAdam and Jason break down D.C. United's disappointing loss to the Chicago Fire, and Ben hopes that his voice recovers. Give it a listen! Thank you for listening to Filibuster! You can find everything that we write on Black and Red United, and if you like what we do you can support us monthly on Patreon or tip us any time on Pinecast.
Gwar, Gwar, welcome tots
March 10, 2022 19:34 - 1 hour - 24.5 MBAdam isn't here because of the whims of the Federal government, but Jason and Ben would never give you up or let you down. We talk about D.C. United's very late win over FC Cincinnati, the issues facing the team, whether or not they can reinforce the central midfield, and break down the upcoming game against the Chicago Fire. Give it a listen! Thank you for listening to Filibuster! You can find everything that we write on Black and Red United, and if you like what we do you can support us ...
Interview with Laurel Pfahler
March 04, 2022 15:14 - 27 minutes - 10.7 MBThis weekend, D.C. United faces FC Cincinnati, and Filibuster is here to talk about it. We welcome back our friend Laurel Pfahler to give us the lowdown on Cinci after an opening day 5-0 loss to Austin FC. We talk about the D.C. United alums on the team, how their new coach Pat Noonan wants to get things down, and if they have a chance of getting out of the Wooden Spoon. Give it a listen! Thank you for listening to Filibuster! You can find everything that we write on Black and Red United, ...
Food Dog
March 01, 2022 21:58 - 40 minutes - 16.7 MBD.C. United has started the season with three points and Filibuster is here to talk about it. Jason, Adam, and Ben break down the 3-0 win over Charlotte FC, including Bill Hamid making the team of the week, the play of the central midfield, Moses Nyeman and Sofiane Djeffal, and Michael Estrada. The second episode will come out later this week, but supporters on Patreon can get it right now! Thank you for listening to Filibuster! You can find everything that we write on Black and Red United...
Interview with Alex Andrejev
February 25, 2022 08:00 - 30 minutes - 12.5 MBIn the second episode this week, we interview Alex Andrejev from the Charlotte Observer to get the lowdown on all things Charlotte FC. She tells us about the team, their head coach, their D.C. United alums, and so much more. Give it a listen! Thank you for listening to Filibuster! You can find everything that we write on Black and Red United, and if you like what we do you can support us monthly on Patreon or tip us any time on Pinecast.
William & Mary Conspiracies
February 23, 2022 17:36 - 37 minutes - 14.4 MBThe MLS regular season is here, which means Filibuster is back on two episodes a week! Jason, Ben, and Adam spend the first episode talking about the first preseason game that some people could watch and analyze the makeup of D.C. United as they go into their first match of the year. Give it a listen! If you're a supporter of us on Patreon, go their to get our second episode of the week right now! It'll be in the main feed later this week. Thank you for listening to Filibuster! You can fi...
Jersey NFT
February 17, 2022 20:23 - 1 hour - 25.8 MBFilibuster breaks down the D.C. United news in the first segment, including preseason games that no one can watch and jersey rumors. In the second segment, we crack open the Twitterbox and answer all of your questions. Give it a listen! Also, please support Adam's St. Baldrick's fundraiser to end childhood cancer. Also, support me, Jason, and Adam's spouse to that we no longer have to see his caveman beard. Donate to support St. Baldrick's in Adam's name at https://www.stbaldricks.org/parti...
Head Coach Kimmy Gibbler
February 10, 2022 19:02 - 1 hour - 67.4 MBFilibuster is here this week to talk about rumored signings, transfers, Carlos Tevez, and more! Jason, Adam, Ben, and Donald Wine discuss everything that is going on with D.C. United, and then we ask Donald about his multi-year series for Black History Month. Give it a listen! Thank you for listening to Filibuster! You can find everything that we write on Black and Red United, and if you like what we do you can support us monthly on Patreon or tip us any time on Pinecast.
The Cheese Thief
February 02, 2022 00:56 - 49 minutes - 20.1 MBAs D.C. United has opened preseason, Filibuster is here to talk about it. Jason, Ben, and Adam break down the first preseason game as best we can, celebrate United's win against Inter Miami, and talk about how much teams should broadcast their preseason games. Listen, we're nerds, this is a nerd podcast, we need these games! We also talk about new signings and how United is going to go into 2022 given their current roster. Give it a listen! Thank you for listening to Filibuster! You can fin...
Big Oprah Energy
January 26, 2022 21:51 - 1 hour - 29.1 MBBen and Jason are back with Adam to talk about all of D.C. United's offseason drama in this episode of Filibuster. In the first segment, we talk about the players leaving the team and what that means for the 2022 season, and in the second segment we talk about the players coming (or possibly coming) to D.C. United to replace them. Give it a listen! Thank you for listening to Filibuster! You can find everything that we write on Black and Red United, and if you like what we do you can suppor...
Full Turtleneck
January 21, 2022 13:58 - 1 hour - 26.6 MBFilibuster is back to talk all things rumors surrounding D.C. United. Is Paul Arriola going to Club America, or Charlotte, or FC Dallas? And for how much money? And what does D.C. United need to do to possibly replace him? Adam welcomes Donald Wine back to the podcast to discuss all these things and more; give it a listen! Thank you for listening to Filibuster! You can find everything that we write on Black and Red United, and if you like what we do you can support us monthly on Patreon or...
SuperFilibuster
January 14, 2022 13:54 - 50 minutes - 20 MBFilibuster is here to talk about the MLS SuperDraft, recent homegrown signings, Iron Chef, the Council, and so much more. Give it a listen! Thank you for listening to Filibuster! You can find everything that we write on Black and Red United, and if you like what we do you can support us monthly on Patreon or tip us any time on Pinecast.
Sentient butter roll
January 05, 2022 14:28 - 1 hour - 28.6 MBAfter taking a week off between Christmas and New Years, Filibuster is back for 2022! We talk about the news and rumors surrounding the team for the past couple of weeks, and in the second segment we bring back old friend Travis Clark to talk about the MLS SuperDraft and D.C. United's academy. Give it a listen! Thank you for listening to Filibuster! You can find everything that we write on Black and Red United, and if you like what we do you can support us monthly on Patreon or tip us any ...
Our 500th episode!
December 23, 2021 17:55 - 1 hour - 30.5 MBIt is Filibuster's 500th episode! We take a look back at everything we've podcasted since 2011, and then in the second segment we do Cake or Death (Goat or Fox) on the remaining players from D.C. United's 2021 roster, including coach Hernan Losada. Give it a listen! Thank you for listening to Filibuster! You can find everything that we write on Black and Red United, and if you like what we do you can support us monthly on Patreon or tip us any time on Pinecast.
Up the archivists
December 16, 2021 20:25 - 1 hour - 35.5 MBMLS Cup has come and gone, as has a Paul Arriola rumor, and Filibuster breaks it all down. We also talk about DCU's 2022 schedule and continue with our series of which players should come back next year and which ones should move onto different fox holes. Give it a listen! Thank you for listening to Filibuster! You can find everything that we write on Black and Red United, and if you like what we do you can support us monthly on Patreon or tip us any time on Pinecast.
The business of ballooning
December 02, 2021 18:35 - 1 hour - 50.4 MBThe offseason rolls ever onward, and D.C. United has begun to make moves. Jason, Ben, and Adam convene Filibuster to talk about the list of D.C. United roster moves and what they mean for 2022, as well as their first signing of the year. We also go through another round of Goat or Fox as we take a look at the 2021 season and make our calls on who we want to see come back. Give it a listen! Thank you for listening to Filibuster! You can find everything that we write on Black and Red United,...
I'm not a bronzing expert
November 23, 2021 16:52 - 1 hour - 28.6 MBAfter taking a week off, Filibuster is back! Jason, Adam, and Ben celebrate the Washington Spirit, talk about the news and signings that have already happened for D.C. United, and start our yearly look at D.C. United's 2021 roster to see who we think should stay and who should go. Give it a listen! Thank you for listening to Filibuster! You can find everything that we write on Black and Red United, and if you like what we do you can support us monthly on Patreon or tip us any time on Pinec...
Get to rolling
November 10, 2021 15:32 - 51 minutes - 20.9 MBUnfortunately D.C. United's season is now over, but Filibuster will be here as we switch over to the buildup towards next season. Jason, Adam, and Ben talk about United's 3-1 win over Toronto FC, what went right in that game, how they still ended up missing the playoffs, and where the team stands as we move into offseason. And, of course, Ben has NFT theories. Give it a listen! Thank you for listening to Filibuster! You can find everything that we write on Black and Red United, and if you ...
Living in the vents
November 04, 2021 19:13 - 50 minutes - 19.7 MBWithout Adam, Jason and Ben look at D.C. United's loss to the Columbus Crew, how they ran out of gas, and all of the possible playoff permutations come Sunday. Give it a listen! Thank you for listening to Filibuster! You can find everything that we write on Black and Red United, and if you like what we do you can support us monthly on Patreon or tip us any time on Pinecast. “Intro” is always the first chapter, so if you want to get straight to the soccer, check the time codes.
Straight from the metaverse
October 26, 2021 16:53 - 1 hour - 28.3 MBToday's podcast is a feelings episode, and Jason, Ben, and Adam are here to work through their feelings. We talk about what happened to D.C. United against NYCFC and against the New England Revolution and discuss how Wednesday's game against New York is a must win, a playoff game, the whole season. Give it a listen! Thank you for listening to Filibuster! You can find everything that we write on Black and Red United, and if you like what we do you can support us monthly on Patreon or tip us...
Curses to Woodbridge
October 19, 2021 14:46 - 1 hour - 25.6 MBWith Ben out battling trains in his favorite locale in Northern Virginia, Jason and Adam are here to break down the 0-0 draw with Nashville SC and preview the midweek game against the league leaders in the New England Revolution. Give it a listen! Thank you for listening to Filibuster! You can find everything that we write on Black and Red United, and if you like what we do you can support us monthly on Patreon or tip us any time on Pinecast. “Intro” is always the first chapter, so if you ...
Glass essentialist
October 14, 2021 19:00 - 15 MBWe welcome Valair Shabilla from Pharmaceutical Soccer onto the podcast to preview all things Nashville SC, including how they've made it to 2nd in the Eastern Conference with so many draws and how they react to set pieces. Give it a listen! Thank you for listening to Filibuster! You can find everything that we write on Black and Red United, and if you like what we do you can support us monthly on Patreon or tip us any time on Pinecast. “Intro” is always the first chapter, so if you want to...
Sparkling Cold Brew Coffee Black Currant Grapefruit Flavored (Made With Raw Sugar Cane)
October 08, 2021 19:52 - 1 hour - 28.4 MBJason, Adam, and Ben take a look at D.C. United's frustrating loss against Orlando City SC before breaking down the playoff picture and what United needs to do in their last games to make sure they make it. Give it a listen! Thank you for listening to Filibuster! You can find everything that we write on Black and Red United, and if you like what we do you can support us monthly on Patreon or tip us any time on Pinecast. “Intro” is always the first chapter, so if you want to get straight to...
A series of blonde men
October 01, 2021 18:40 - 1 hour - 30.6 MBThere are so many games and yet Jason, Adam, and Ben still find ways to put themselves in front of the microphones and break it all down for you. We talk about the Minnesota United-D.C. United game, and how the Original United again made short work of an opponent, zeroed in on the strategies they used, and how they were able to take advantage of Minnesota. In the second segment, we preview D.C. United versus Orlando City SC. Give it a listen! Thank you for listening to Filibuster! You can f...
Juicing fruit is a fool's errand
September 28, 2021 12:30 - 1 hour - 24.5 MBD.C. United has a commanding win over FC Cincinnati, and Filibuster is here to talk about it. Jason, Adam, and Ben talk about how D.C. United got the job done, no questions asked. They did it through set pieces, they did it from open play, they let VAR work in their favor, and they got their DPs in on all the action. In the second segment, we preview Minnesota United and talk about how they won't be nearly as easy to beat as Cincy. Give it a listen! Thank you for listening to Filibuster! Yo...
Who is Max Blob?
September 23, 2021 17:57 - 1 hour - 33.1 MBD.C. United couldn't find a win against Atlanta, and Filibuster is here to talk about it. Jason, Ben, and Adam break down that game, give FC Cincinnati the time they deserve, and then disagree about the new League's Cup. Thank you for listening to Filibuster! You can find everything that we write on Black and Red United, and if you like what we do you can support us monthly on Patreon or tip us any time on Pinecast. “Intro” is always the first chapter, so if you want to get straight to the...
Previewing Atlanta United with J. Sam Jones
September 17, 2021 19:24 - 55 minutes - 23.5 MBAfter a convincing win, Jason and Adam review D.C. United's triumph over the Chicago Fire before talking to J. Sam Jones about Atlanta United coming up this weekend. Give it a listen! Thank you for listening to Filibuster! You can find everything that we write on Black and Red United, and if you like what we do you can support us monthly on Patreon or tip us any time on Pinecast. “Intro” is always the first chapter, so if you want to get straight to the soccer, check the time codes.
Nobody wants body horror
September 14, 2021 19:29 - 1 hour - 29.6 MBIn this episode of Filibuster, Jason, Adam, and Ben talk about D.C. United's 1-1 draw with the New York Red Bulls before previewing tomorrow night's game against the Chicago Fire. Give it a listen! Thank you for listening to Filibuster! You can find everything that we write on Black and Red United, and if you like what we do you can support us monthly on Patreon or tip us any time on Pinecast. “Intro” is always the first chapter, so if you want to get straight to the soccer, check the time...
Acid wash your own jeans
September 09, 2021 19:33 - 40 minutes - 16.4 MBFilibuster is here to preview D.C. United's upcoming game against the New York/New Jersey MetroStars. Jason, Adam, and Ben break down the game and how the Red Bulls might use ancient magicks to try and win. Give it a listen! Thank you for listening to Filibuster! You can find everything that we write on Black and Red United, and if you like what we do you can support us monthly on Patreon or tip us any time on Pinecast. “Intro” is always the first chapter, so if you want to get straight to...
Deep crime experts
September 01, 2021 17:38 - 50 minutes - 19.7 MBJason, Adam, and Ben are back once again to talk about D.C. United's 3-1 victory over the Philadelphia Union. We talk about the first 20 minutes, the play of Jon Kempin, and how D.C. United stood up to the bully, before pulling back and looking at the season overall to this point. Give it a listen! Thank you for listening to Filibuster! You can find everything that we write on Black and Red United, and if you like what we do you can support us monthly on Patreon or tip us any time on Pinec...
Filibuster previews the Philadelphia Union
August 27, 2021 07:00 - 38 minutes - 15.8 MBIn our second episode of Filibuster this week, Jason and Adam preview D.C. United's upcoming game against the Philadelphia Union. Give it a listen! Thank you for listening to Filibuster! You can find everything that we write on Black and Red United, and if you like what we do you can support us monthly on Patreon or tip us any time on Pinecast. “Intro” is always the first chapter, so if you want to get straight to the soccer, check the time codes.
Unions are good
August 25, 2021 19:07 - 40 minutes - 16.2 MBJason, Adam, and Ben break down another frustrating loss on this week's first episode of Filibuster. We talk about the defense and what's been going wrong there, Yordy Renya, the midfield, and a lot more. Give it a listen! Thank you for listening to Filibuster! You can find everything that we write on Black and Red United, and if you like what we do you can support us monthly on Patreon or tip us any time on Pinecast. “Intro” is always the first chapter, so if you want to get straight to t...
Going to bed at noon
August 20, 2021 18:11 - 44 minutes - 17.5 MBIn a podcast that was recorded during the middle of the day (hence why Ben isn't here), Jason and Adam first break down the loss to the New England Revolution before welcoming the wonderful Jillian Sakovits to the podcast to preview tomorrow's game against Atlanta United. Give it a listen! Thank you for listening to Filibuster! You can find everything that we write on Black and Red United, and if you like what we do you can support us monthly on Patreon or tip us any time on Pinecast. “Int...
Skeletorcast
August 17, 2021 13:19 - 1 hour - 27 MBFilibuster is back once again with a full complement of hosts. Jason, Adam, and Ben break down D.C. United's bad loss to Nashville SC, including breaking down what happened in goal and in the defense. We wish for cloning technology, try and find some positives, and only occasionally fail. In the second segment we preview tomorrow's game against the New England Revolution, so give it a listen! Thank you for listening to Filibuster! You can find everything that we write on Black and Red Unit...
Previewing D.C. United versus Nashville SC
August 13, 2021 07:00 - 18.3 MBAdam and Ben welcome back Clay Trainum, Adam's literal cousin, to the podcast to preview D.C. United's upcoming clash against Nashville SC. Give it a listen! Thank you for listening to Filibuster! You can find everything that we write on Black and Red United, and if you like what we do you can support us monthly on Patreon or tip us any time on Pinecast. “Intro” is always the first chapter, so if you want to get straight to the soccer, check the time codes.
You and I
August 12, 2021 16:24 - 23 minutes - 11.7 MBA solo Adam comes into your ears today to review D.C. United's win against CF Montreal this past weekend. Adam breaks down the game, talks about the feels that Andy Najar's goal gave him, and so much more. Give it a listen! Thank you for listening to Filibuster! You can find everything that we write on Black and Red United, and if you like what we do you can support us monthly on Patreon or tip us any time on Pinecast. “Intro” is always the first chapter, so if you want to get straight to ...
A slew of games
August 06, 2021 12:56 - 26.3 MBJason and Adam talk about the crazy win over the Columbus Crew and preview this Sunday's encounter with CF Montreal. Give it a listen! Thank you for listening to Filibuster! You can find everything that we write on Black and Red United, and if you like what we do you can support us monthly on Patreon or tip us any time on Pinecast. “Intro” is always the first chapter, so if you want to get straight to the soccer, check the time codes.
F.C. Cincinnati with Laurel Pfahler
July 30, 2021 08:00 - 30 minutes - 12 MBFIlibuster is back for the second episode this week, where Jason, Adam, and Ben talk to Laurel Pfahler of Queen City Press. We look at F.C. Cincinnati, their issues this year, why they haven't won at home, and more. Give it a listen! Thank you for listening to Filibuster! You can find everything that we write on Black and Red United, and if you like what we do you can support us monthly on Patreon or tip us any time on Pinecast. “Intro” is always the first chapter, so if you want to get st...
Don't give in to Big Lake
July 28, 2021 16:49 - 41 minutes - 14.5 MBD.C. United has taken the full three points in the first match of the Atlantic Cup, and Filibuster is here to talk about it. Jason, Adam, and Ben talk about D.C. United's 1-0 win over the New York Red Bulls, the impressive play of Julian Gressel, and the youngsters coming to play. Give it a listen! Thank you for listening to Filibuster! You can find everything that we write on Black and Red United, and if you like what we do you can support us monthly on Patreon or tip us any time on Pinec...
Baltimore casino district
July 23, 2021 12:57 - 55 minutes - 22.4 MBThere are many games this week and Filibuster is here to talk about all of them. Jason, Adam, and Ben first break down D.C. United's comeback draw against the Chicago Fire, including what wasn't working in the first half and what was working as Hernan Losada made changes through the course of the game. In the second segment, we welcome Bradley Whitford impersonator Mark Fishkin of the Seeing Red podcast back to the show to preview the first installment of this year's Atlantic Cup. Give it a ...
Reviewing the Philadelphia Union and previewing Chicago Fire
July 20, 2021 13:58 - 59 minutes - 25.9 MBWith Ben on the bench due to child issues, Jason and Adam talk about D.C. United's loss to the Philadelphia Union and preview the midweek game against the Chicago Fire. We talk about the similarity of the two goals given up to the Union, how Philly stopped D.C.'s hot start, the new wave of injuries facing Hernan Losada, and why the Chicago Fire might not be the pushovers we've come to expect this Wednesday. Give it a listen! Thank you for listening to Filibuster! You can find everything tha...
A 2-3-5 podcast
July 16, 2021 07:00 - 32 minutes - 11.5 MBIn our second episode this week, Jason, Adam, and Ben welcome back our old friend Matt Doyle from MLSsoccer.com to talk about D.C. United's season so far and the state of the Eastern Conference. Give it a listen! Thank you for listening to Filibuster! You can find everything that we write on Black and Red United, and if you like what we do you can support us monthly on Patreon or tip us any time on Pinecast. “Intro” is always the first chapter, so if you want to get straight to the soccer,...