It's Always Soccer in Philadelphia
181 episodes - English - Latest episode: 8 months ago - ★★★★★ - 105 ratingsIASIP was launched in 2016 by longtime Philadelphia Union beat writers Kevin Kinkead and Dave Zeitlin. Kevin left the beat in 2017 to cover the 76ers while Dave took a job with the Penn Alumni Magazine a year later.The podcast is now Kevin with a rotating cast of writers and former players, including recurring contributors Matt De George, Simon Allen, Russ Joy, and Phil Keidel.IASIP is a podcast for the blue-collar, hard working, five-for-five Philadelphia soccer fan.
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Episodes
Episode #132 - "Pressing Matters" w/ Chris Gibbons (7-9-21)
July 10, 2021 02:01 - 46 minutesEpisode #132 w/ Chris Gibbons -reviewing the Red Bull and Nashville games -DOGSO blame placement -Jim Curtin getting it 100% right after the red card -Daniel Gazdag as a striker -on-ball identity, or lack thereof -the principles of transition defense -why the Union are the Baltimore Ravens -Bob Huggins basketball comparisons Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Episode #131 - "A Team That Can Actually Meet Expectations" w/ Mike Servedio (6-24-21)
June 24, 2021 20:47 - 45 minutesEpisode #131 with Mike Servedio of the Philly Soccer Page - Union 1-0 Columbus - Jamiro Monteiro, Leon Flach, and ball movement - midfield depth chart and preferences - is the striker group good enough? - homegrown blob - getting rid of the phrase "studs up" - your questions, comments, concerns, and favorite Gin Blossoms songs Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Episode #130 - "Armchair Analysis" w/ Matt Doyle (6-3-21)
June 03, 2021 17:27 - 46 minutesEpisode #130 with Matt Doyle of MLSSoccer.com - national outlook on the Union - the seamless transition after selling Aaronson and McKenzie - counter pressing and offensive identity - Jamiro Monteiro as a #10 or a #8? - Leon Flach and best positions in the diamond - fleshing out the Alejandro Bedoya "veteran savvy" take - loyalty to Jim Curtin and his coaching future - the Philadelphia Union as the San Antonio Spurs? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Episode #129 "Daniel Gazdag, Your Services are Required" (5-13-21)
May 14, 2021 01:55 - 43 minutesEpisode #129 w/ Tomasz Mortimer of HungarianFootball.com - Daniel Gazdag transfer - best position for him? - introduction to the Nemzeti Bajnokság I - thoughts on MLS move vs. staying in Europe - history of Hungarian players coming to the U.S. - your questions/comments/concerns - Revs game recap Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Episode #128 - "A Mount Rushmore Type of Win" w/ Matt De George (4-28-21)
April 28, 2021 19:45 - 1 hourEpisode #128 w/ Matt De George of the Delco Times, talking Union 3-0 over Atlanta in the CONCACAF Champion's League. Plus, your questions, comments, and concerns. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Episode #127 - "Let's Collect Ourselves" w/ Russ (4-14-21)
April 15, 2021 03:35 - 41 minutesKevin and Russ talk about the 4-0 Champion's League smackdown of Saprissa Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Episode #126 - "Can they do it on a cold and rainy night in Stoke?" w/ Danny Higginbotham (3-30-21)
March 31, 2021 03:11 - 55 minutesEpisode #126 with Philadelphia Union color commentator and retired Premier League defender Danny Higginbotham - having a Philadelphia connection through his wife - moving to the U.S. in the middle of a pandemic - the current state of MLS and how the league is viewed overseas - youth production vs. foreign signings in a new era - how and why he got into broadcasting - on Stoke City, the concept of "beautiful football," and playing the game the "right way" - the contemporary defender and the ...
Episode #125 - "Emergency Ray Gaddis Retirement Podcast" w/ Dave Zeitlin (3-4-21)
March 04, 2021 21:08 - 29 minutesEpisode #125 with IASIP founder Dave Zeitlin: -Ray Gaddis and his shock retirement -Ray's non-linear career path -piecing together the original timeline -extending a career while damaging development -Ray's case for the Union Ring of Honor -your questions, comments, and concerns -an exclusive story involving Kevin's wife and the Andre Blake SuperDraft Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Episode #124 - "Stuart Findlay, He's Our Guy" w/ Barry Anderson (2-18-21)
February 19, 2021 14:42 - 30 minutesEpisode #124 with Scottish football writer Barry Anderson of The Scotsman and The Edinburgh News -Stuart Findlay as a player -Kilmarnock talk -the SPL beyond Celtic and Rangers -Scottish players coming to America -your questions, comments, concerns -Carson Wentz comparisons Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Episode #123 - "A Potpourri, or a Cornucopia" w/ Marisa Pilla (2-9-21)
February 10, 2021 02:40 - 53 minutesEpisode #123 with Union pregame/halftime host Marisa Pilla -broadcasting during COVID -vaccines for the players? -brief labor dispute thoughts -new Union jersey -Union offseason thoughts -picking our World Cup host cities -NWSL and the women's game in Philadelphia -basketball starting five of Union players -your questions, comments, and concerns Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Episode #122 - "We're Coming in for a Landing!" w/ Marc Zumoff (1-19-21)
January 20, 2021 00:40 - 44 minutesEpisode #122 - "We're Coming in for a Landing!" w/ Philadelphia 76ers play-by-play announcer Marc Zumoff (1-19-21) -Marc talks about his soccer fandom and early career with the Philadelphia Fever -Calling an indoor MISL game with Harry Kalas on color commentary -Everton friendly and past Union broadcasts -the difference in calling basketball and soccer -similarities between the Sixers and Union fan bases -Union's place in Philadelphia -Supporters' Shield and beyond -your questions, comments,...
Episode #121 - "The Extrapolation Podcast" w/ Russ (12-30-20)
December 30, 2020 20:35 - 1 hourEpisode #121 - - Mark McKenzie to Genk reaction - 2020 year in review exercise - words that end in the letter A - state of the podcast Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Episode #120 - "Coach of the Year" w/ Jim Curtin (12-3-20)
December 04, 2020 02:30 - 47 minutesEpisode #120 with Philadelphia Union head coach Jim Curtin - looking back at the Revs loss - clarifying the Supporters' Shield asterisk narrative - media coverage and soccer's place in Philadelphia - easier to convert a Eurosnob, or 4 for 4 fan? - the "rent a 10" concept - the advice Jim received from David Moyes - more effusive praise for Mark McKenzie - Arsenal slander - a George Mikan reference - the capacity and/or threshold for homegrown players - Union outlook for 2021 and beyond Lear...
Episode #119 - "Shit Sandwich" w/ Russ (11-24-20)
November 25, 2020 04:25 - 41 minutesEpisode #119 - Russ joins the program for instant reaction to hideous playoff loss - words that end in letter A Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Episode #118 - "Let's Go to the Phones" w/ Eytan Shander (11-13-20)
November 15, 2020 17:50 - 50 minutesEpisode # 118 with Eytan Shander explores the world of Philadelphia radio and why the Union are on the outside looking in. Plus, Eytan shares a Chris Albright story and Kevin addresses your questions, comments, and concerns. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Episode #117 - "Good Things Happen in Philadelphia" (11-8-20) w/ Matt Ralph
November 09, 2020 03:00 - 59 minutesEpisode #117 w/ Matt Ralph of The Brotherly Game, a special SUPPORTERS SHIELD victory podcast - Union world champions instant reaction - playing your kids, and winning while doing it - giving credit where it's due - how these dudes all bought in and committed to one another - Kevin absolutely loves Mark McKenzie - our happiness for the extended Union family - why the Union are a hard-working, blue-collar, lunch pail team Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Episode #116 - "We Want the Shield" w/ Andrew Wiebe (10-29-20)
October 30, 2020 01:31 - 53 minutesEpisode #116 with Andrew Wiebe of MLSSoccer.com and ExtraTime Radio - Union's Supporter's Shield outlook - does the asterisk even matter? - Chicago game and bad red card call - doing things the right way, but also winning - handballs in the box - Kevin's indirect free kick take - a use of the "Ray Gaddis rule" - your questions, comments, and concerns Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Episode #115 - "The Kids are Alright" w/ Brian Sciaretta (10-21-20)
October 22, 2020 12:10 - 44 minutesEpisode #115 w/ Brian Sciaretta of American Soccer Now - Anthony Fontana scoring bangers - late runs and second strikers - Mark McKenzie ceiling and short-term outlook - Kevin's dumb McKenzie take - Brenden Aaronson Salzburg thoughts - Jesse Marsch to Germany? - Supporter's Shield outrage - your questions, comments, and concerns Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Episode #114 - "Straight Outta Salzburg" (10-16-20)
October 16, 2020 18:56 - 1 hourEpisode #114 with Russ Joy - Brenden Aaronson's record transfer - Mark McKenzie's market value - preferred European pathways - who replaces Aaronson? - how to spend the transfer money - Mount Rushmore of Three 6 Mafia songs - the story of how Kevin got his new house - truncated "words that end in the letter a" segment - your questions, comments, and concerns Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Episode #113 "X Gon' Give it to Ya" (8-31-20)
September 01, 2020 02:43 - 42 minutesEpisode #113 is a modified mailbag podcast, due to extenuating circumstances - Kacper Pryzbylko finding his form - beating a three-man defense with long balls - Olivier Mbaizo's game - Ray Gaddis best assist ever - moving clumpy pressing teams laterally - possible destinations for Aaronson and McKenzie - your questions, comments, and concerns - Mount Rushmore of DMX songs Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Episode #112 "Life is Good" w/ Michael Lahoud (8-3-20)
August 03, 2020 15:30 - 1 hourThe recently-retired Mike Lahoud joins IASIP for episode #112. - Union's win over KC - playing a team game - 4-4-2 diamond - Brenden Aaronson and Jamiro Monteiro - Mike's career, from Chivas, to Philly/NY/Miami/Cincy/San Antonio - why retire now? - the controversial trade that brought him to Chester - playing for Alessandro Nesta - etc Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Episode #111 - "Putting the Square Peg Into the Square Hole" w/ Matt De George
July 29, 2020 14:07 - 58 minutesEpisode #111 with Matt De George of the Delco Times - New England win - Union playing a grind-it-out team game - Brenden Aaronson/Tranquillo Barnetta comparison - Aaronson's European prospects - substitution usage - an embarrassing Zoom call moment - Introducing the "Raymon Gaddis Rule" - short corner gripe explanation - your questions, comments, concerns Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Episode #110 - "MLS After Dark" w/ Russ Joy and Jonathan Tannenwald (7-16-20)
July 16, 2020 16:48 - 58 minutesRuss and Jon on this week's show. Episode #110: - win over Miami - Brenden Aaronson, man of the match - the double dummy goal - width and spacing - trying to establish an identity in difficult conditions - "half court" offense and Sixers comparisons - who is the set piece taker? - proper approach to the Orlando game - your questions, comments, and concerns Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Episode #109 - "Breakfast with the Philadelphia Union" w/ Corey Furlan (7-9-20)
July 10, 2020 02:30 - 1 hourEpisode #109 w/ Union original Corey Furlan - Union 1, NYC 0 - Ilsinho as a forward in the 4-4-2 - Bedoya's goal - Saves by Dre - Jamiro, Brujo, and build-up play - Jim Curtin's use of subs - can you press in 500 degree weather? - legal sports betting - your questions, comments, and concerns Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Episode #108 - "Living Inside a Bubble" (6-26-20)
June 26, 2020 15:35 - 1 hourEpisode #108 with Russ Joy Union's tournament schedule updated group A qualifying rules Yankee Stadium rhombus 23-man roster exercise how to properly use 5 subs COVID-19 Florida concerns words that end in the letter A Richard Gere discussion your questions, comments, and concerns Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Episode #107 - "Hashtag Griezmann to Union" w/ Liam Jenkins (6-5-20)
June 05, 2020 21:11 - 1 hourEpisode #107 w/ Liam Jenkins of Philly Sports Network - Kevin Durant buys minority stake in Union - Cory Burke hat trick and Philadelphia future - MLS return to play and training thoughts - Premier League and Championship return - Bundesliga and fake crowd noise - Ruiz vs. Glesnes for #1 Union goal ever - Carli Lloyd Twitter adventures - George Floyd Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Episode #106 - "You Are Now on the Clock" (5-19-20)
May 19, 2020 16:04 - 1 hourEpisode #106 with Matt De George, Dave Zeitlin, and Chris Gibbons - Jim Curtin's video call - thoughts on Bundesliga return - Philadelphia Union fantasy draft (stolen from Philly Soccer Page, with permission) - IASIP charity fundraiser information Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Episode #105 - "A Semblance of Normality" w/ Simon Allen (4-30-20)
April 30, 2020 14:17 - 1 hourEpisode #105 with the Dalai Lama of Soccer, Simon Allen - - best case scenario for MLS return - the logistics of playing in empty stadiums - should journalists be at games? - Ajax, Liverpool, PSG, and what to do with European leagues - do you care about a Liga MX/MLS partnership? - Newcastle United and a theoretical oil sheikh Philadelphia takeover - center backs as free kick takers - best CB on the planet - searching for content during a global pandemic - your questions/comments/concerns -...
Episode #104 - "Sons of Ben Crossover Podcast" (4-15-20)
April 15, 2020 16:41 - 36 minutesEpisode #104 is a special crossover with Matt, Adam, and Devin from the Sons of Ben pod. We've split this episode into two portions, the first which can be found here. To listen to the second part, visit the SOB podcast page at https://sobthepod.transistor.fm/subscribe and subscribe via your preferred platform. rundown, part one (IASIP): when will MLS return to play? the possibility of sporting oversaturation people who make definitive statements that are not helpful playing Union games i...
Episode #103 - Shoving Your Foot in the Door w/ Dave Leno (3-26-20)
March 27, 2020 01:58 - 59 minutesEpisode #103 with Union pregame/halftime/postgame and play-by-play guy Dave Leno - Coronavirus update - how to prep for a broadcast - calling soccer vs. calling other sports - on being a conduit to fans watching at home - communication with the color commentator - broadcasting advice - your questions, comments, and concerns Please subscribe to the show ([Apple Podcasts] [Spotify] [Google Play] [iHeartRadio] [Stitcher] [RSS]), leave a 5 star review, and follow us on Twitter: @Kevin_Kinkead@J...
Episode #102 - "Social Distancing" w/ Amobi Okugo (3-17-20)
March 18, 2020 02:02 - 46 minutesepisode #102 with Union original Amobi Okugo - Coronavirus procedures - Amobi career update - on playing for Peter Nowak, John Hackworth, and Jim Curtin - what it means to be a Union OG - preference for midfield or central defense? - classic Union games to watch while stuck at home - the soccer equivalent of basketball spacing - your questions/comments Please subscribe to the show ([Apple Podcasts] [Spotify] [Google Play] [iHeartRadio] [Stitcher] [RSS]), leave a 5 star review, and follow us...
Episode #101 - "Norwegian Black Metal" w/ Peter Andrews (3-9-20)
March 09, 2020 20:15 - 47 minutesEpisode #101 - paying homage to Jakob Glesnes - El Brujo's Union debut - Sergio Santos looking lively - Brenden Aaronson and expectations - is Andre Blake back? - Liam Jenkins gives us a new soundbite - practicing social distancing - your questions, comments, and concerns Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
*Special* Episode #100 - "Asking 100 Questions of the Philadelphia Union in 2020" w/ Russ Joy (2-26-20)
February 27, 2020 04:40 - 1 hourRuss joins the program for a special 100th episode previewing the 2020 season. asking 100 questions of the Philadelphia Union live podcast announcement Coronavirus update Words that end in the letter A Could Jay Sugarman be Union Hulk??? Please subscribe to the show ([Apple Podcasts] [Spotify] [Google Play] [iHeartRadio] [Stitcher] [RSS]), leave a 5 star review, and follow us on Twitter: @Kevin_Kinkead@JoyOnBroad Check out the other shows on the Crossing Broad Podcast Network including:...
Episode #99 - "Take Me Home, Country Roads, to Philadelphia" w/ Marlon LeBlanc (2-12-20)
February 13, 2020 04:23 - 1 hourEpisode #99 with former West Virginia head soccer coach Marlon LeBlanc - Marlon's son Kellan in the Union academy - going pro from college vs. taking the home grown route - Union passing on the Superdraft - Jack Elliott and Ray Gaddis as professionals - your questions, comments, and concerns - two incomplete podcast announcements Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Episode #98 - "Sexy Szn" w/ Richard McGovern (1-26-20)
January 27, 2020 02:20 - 1 hourLearn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Episode #97 - "What's the Difference Between a Wizard and a Sorcerer?" w/ John Zapata (1-3-20)
January 04, 2020 04:13 - 1 hourLearn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Episode #96 - "A Mummy Costume Without Enough Toilet Paper" (10-31-19)
November 01, 2019 03:13 - 1 hourEpisode #96 with Russ Joy: Union/Atlanta recap contract situations offseason stay or go words that end in the letter A thoughts on the Deadspin situation your questions, comments, and concerns state of the podcast 2019 Please subscribe to the show ([Apple Podcasts] [Spotify] [Google Play] [iHeartRadio] [Stitcher] [RSS]), leave a 5 star review, and follow us on Twitter: @Kevin_Kinkead @JoyOnBroad Check out the other shows on the Crossing Broad Podcast Network including: Crossed Up: A ...
Episode #95 - "At Last" w/ Dave Zeitlin (10-22-19)
October 23, 2019 01:31 - 1 hourLearn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Episode #94 - "Help Me Help You" w/ Matt Ralph (10-16-19)
October 17, 2019 02:06 - 53 minutesLearn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Episode #93 - "This Ain't Your Grandmother's Philadelphia Union" w/ Matt De George (10-3-19)
October 03, 2019 21:29 - 50 minutesLearn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Episode #92 - "Flying High Again" w/ Jonathan Tannenwald and Katie Fehlinger (9-20-19)
September 20, 2019 21:16 - 1 hourEpisode #92 is two separate interviews. w/ Jonathan Tannenwald: -Union/NYC projections -Charter flights, or lack thereof -Marco Fabian not in the 18 -Philly media and casual fan interest -Iron Front banner controversy w/ Katie Fehlinger: -waking up at a normal time -growing the game of soccer in Philly -the television business -what's next after leaving Eyewitness News Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Episode #91 - "If You Wanna Crown 'em, Then Crown Their Asses" w/ Russ (9-3-19)
September 04, 2019 03:22 - 1 hourEpisode #91 with Russ Joy: Union/Atlanta ultimate recap Philly Inquirer puts soccer on page D6 mean Crossing Broad soccer comments words that end in the letter A Kevin's starting XI of Real Housewives your questions, comments, and concerns *This episode of It's Always Soccer in Philadelphia is brought to you by Cynch propane delivery service. They'll exchange your propane tank for a brand-new, full tank for just $10 with the Crossing Broad promo code "CrossingBroad". Just enter your ad...
Episode #90 - "The Philadelphia Union Referendum Game" w/ Felipe Cardenas (8-28-19)
August 28, 2019 18:05 - 44 minutesEpisode #90 w/ Felipe Cardenas of The Athletic - Atlanta vs. Philly preview - Alejandro Bedoya's outspoken nature - Kevin apologizes for an error in the previous podcast - words that end in the letter A - your questions, comments, and concerns Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Episode #89 - "I Wanna Talk to Sampson" w/ Kerith Gabriel (8-22-19)
August 23, 2019 03:15 - 1 hourLearn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Episode #88 - "I Like My Philadelphia Union Wins Hot and Delicious" w/ Dave Zeitlin
August 16, 2019 00:49 - 48 minutesDave returns for Episode #88 - his fan experience at the Houston game - the worst goals in Philadelphia Union history - are we annoyed that the team improved after we left the beat? - Aurelien Collin winning a starting job - the upcoming Union alumni night - words that end in the letter 'A' - your questions, comments, and concerns Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Episode #87 - "This is a Solutions-Oriented Podcast" w/ Phil Keidel (8-8-19)
August 08, 2019 13:57 - 1 hourEpisode #87 with Phil Keidel: takeaways from Union 5, D.C. United 1 a discussion about the DOGSO rule, penalty kicks, double jeopardy, and ways to improve those sequences talking about Alejandro Bedoya's gun control message political signage in MLS stadiums the Crossing Broad 2018 steak cook-off your questions, comments, and concerns *This episode of It's Always Soccer in Philadelphia is brought to you by Cynch propane delivery service. They'll exchange your propane tank for a brand-ne...
Episode #86 - "Words That End in the Letter A" w/ Russ Joy (8-1-19)
August 02, 2019 01:51 - 1 hourEpisode #86 is out of control: - are you Posidelphia or Negadelphia? - assigning blame after the 4-0 Montreal loss - the Ray Gaddis vs. Keegan Rosenberry thing, again - why fullbacks typically get all of the blame - weakside defensive rotations - the Jamiro Monteiro and Marco Fabian spacing issue - annoying iPhone users - calling out Kerith Gabriel - our Apple Podcasts ranking - our new segment, "words that end in the letter A" - your questions, comments, and concerns Learn more about your...
Episode #85 - "We Drink Beer and Sing Songs" w/ Matt Gendaszek (7-24-19)
July 25, 2019 02:01 - 48 minutesEpisode #85 with Sons of Ben President Matt Gendaszek - state of the SOBs in 2019 - how to submit new songs and chants to the group - splinter groups in the River End - finding the Sons of Ben identity and getting back to basics - mean Crossing Broad comments live at The Larimer - your questions, comments, and concerns Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Episode #84 - "The Super Mega Soccer Sunday Bonanza" w/ Russ Joy (7-8-19)
July 09, 2019 03:17 - 1 hourEpisode #84 is the ultimate breakdown of Sunday's triple-header: Union/Orlando home and home series who makes way for Andrew Wooten? Marco Fabian's fit, or lack thereof USA women as world fucking champions edgy and woke tweets USA men lose difference between men's game and women's game the Tehran Derby Kevin's three-game Casa League red card suspension John Boruk's Facebook column *This episode of It's Always Soccer in Philadelphia is brought to you by Cynch propane delivery servic...
Episode #83 - "The Impromptu IASIP Podcast" - w/ Joe Tansey and Dave Zeitlin (7-1-19)
July 01, 2019 04:28 - 27 minutes- Union vs. Revs and NYC, any cause for concern? - Dave's triumphant return to the program - giving credit where it's due - putting Fafa Picault back in the starting lineup - Diego Gutierrez's winter of 2012 signings - Kevin's weekend trip to Arby's Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices