Men In Blazers
1,436 episodes - English - Latest episode: about 1 month ago - ★★★★★ - 5.1K ratingsCovering all the narrative from the Premier League – the world’s greatest sporting telenovela – and everywhere the love of the beautiful game burns bright. Football. Passion. Empathy. Courage. New Podcasts Daily.
Monday: Men In Blazers Podcast
Tuesday: European Nights with Rory Smith
Wednesday: Do It Live!
Thursday: The Women's Game with Sam Mewis
Friday: WGFOP - Weekend Preview
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Episodes
Men in Blazers 04/11/22
April 11, 2022 19:41 - 1 hour - 71.7 MBRog and Davo marvel at the footballing masterclass that was Manchester City 2 - 2 Liverpool. Plus, the Everton portion of the Pod takes on a distinctly different tone this week. Special thanks to our sponsor BetterHelp. For more information: BetterHelp.com/mib. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
Men in Blazers 04/08/22: WGFOP: Weekend Preview
April 08, 2022 16:07 - 28 minutes - 26.2 MBRog takes listener questions on WGFOP: Weekend Preview. On today's Pod, preview of the potentially title-deciding City vs Liverpool clash, Arsenal and Spurs in the top four race, Everton tumbling down, and more. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
Men in Blazers 04/07/22: MiB Do It Live!
April 07, 2022 11:07 - 1 hour - 57.6 MBRog and Davo provide instant reaction after Everton's devastating 3 - 2 loss to Burnley at Turf Moor. Plus, a sublime Karim Benzema sinks Chelsea with another Champions League hat-trick. Plus, LIVE GFOP Q&A. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
Men in Blazers 04/05/22: European Nights with Rory Smith, Presented by Paramount+
April 05, 2022 12:39 - 55 minutes - 50.9 MBRog and Rory are back to look at the stories behind European ties heading into the quarterfinal stages. Ahead of Chelsea vs Real Madrid, we look at the main man for the visitors, Karim Benzema, his origins, complicated football path, and legacy (5:02). Then, a quick look at tiny Villarreal's incredible quarterfinal berth under Unai Emery (27:18), and finally, a look at possible Europa League favorites Atalanta and their thrill seeking style of football (38:51). This podcast is pres...
Men in Blazers 04/05/22: European Nights with Rory Smith
April 05, 2022 12:39 - 55 minutes - 50.9 MBRog and Rory are back to look at the stories behind European ties heading into the quarterfinal stages. Ahead of Chelsea vs Real Madrid, we look at the main man for the visitors, Karim Benzema, his origins, complicated football path, and legacy (5:02). Then, a quick look at tiny Villarreal's incredible quarterfinal berth under Unai Emery (27:18), and finally, a look at possible Europa League favorites Atalanta and their trill seeking style of football (38:51). See Privacy Policy at ...
Men in Blazers 04/04/22
April 04, 2022 19:45 - 1 hour - 68.9 MBRog and Davo react to news of the impending USA England clash at World Cup 2022. Plus, The Premier League is BACK and the title race is ON. Special thanks to our sponsor Policygenius.com. For more information: Policygenius.com See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
Men in Blazers 04/01/22: MiB Do It Live! World Cup Draw Instant Reax
April 01, 2022 19:44 - 1 hour - 60 MBRog provides Instant Reaction to today's World Cup Draw, which puts the USA in the same group as England, Iran and one of Wales, Scotland, or Ukraine. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
Men in Blazers 03/31/22: Pod Special with Jesse Marsch, Presented by Camarena Tequila
March 31, 2022 16:00 - 33 minutes - 30.4 MBRog sits down with Leeds United boss Jesse Marsch, only the second ever American-born manager in Premier League history, to discuss the Wisconsin native's career journey, getting comfortable outside his comfort zone, and Ted Lasso. Presented by Camarena Tequila. Camarena Tequila is 40% alcohol by volume, please enjoy responsibly. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
Men in Blazers 03/31/22: MiB Do It Live! USMNT Instant Reax
March 31, 2022 04:28 - 1 hour - 63.5 MBRog and Davo provide live instant reaction to the U.S. qualifying for the World Cup (and touch on the loss to Costa Rica). See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
Men in Blazers 03/31/2022: MiB Do It Live! USMNT Instant Reax
March 31, 2022 04:28 - 95.1 MBRog and Davo provide live instant reaction to the U.S. qualifying for the World Cup (and touch on the loss to Costa Rica).
Men in Blazers 03/28/22
March 28, 2022 20:11 - 1 hour - 59.2 MBRog and Davo relive last night's 5 - 1 USMNT win over Panama, and celebrate the USA (almost) qualifying for the 2022 World Cup. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
Men in Blazers 03/25/22: WGFOP: Weekend Preview
March 25, 2022 16:56 - 28 minutes - 25.7 MBRog takes listener questions on WGFOP: Weekend Preview. Today, it's all about the USMNT's 0-0 draw against Mexico at the Azteca, whether we should feel satisfied with the result, what it means for the rest of the window, individual performances, and more. Plus, commiserations for Italy fans, and congratulations to N. Macedonia fans. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
Men in Blazers 03/25/22: MiB Do It Live! USMNT Mexico Instant Reax
March 25, 2022 05:22 - 1 hour - 61.1 MBRog and Davo provide Instant Reax to the USMNT's 0 - 0 draw with Mexico. And Rog has had a few... See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
Men in Blazers 03/23/22: MiB Do It Live! with Hérculez Gómez
March 23, 2022 17:40 - 1 hour - 57.2 MBRog is joined by USMNT alum and current host of ESPN's "Futbol Americas" Hérculez Gómez to preview tomorrow's massive World Cup Qualifying clash with Mexico in the Azteca. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
Men in Blazers 03/22/22: Alfonso Herrera Pod Special, Presented by Camarena Tequila
March 22, 2022 16:27 - 50.1 MBCamarena Tequila Presents: The Men in Blazers Alfonso Herrera Pod Special. The exclusive, extended conversation between Rog and Alfonso Herrera, star of hit show Ozark as the ruthless Javi and aficionado of all things Mexican football. Alfonso chats with Rog about the roots of his love for the game from a young age, his love for FC Barcelona, and his perspective on the current state of CONCACAF football. Camarena Tequila is 40% alcohol by volume, please enjoy responsibly.
Men in Blazers 03/22/22: Alfonso Herrera Pod Special
March 22, 2022 16:27 - 33 minutes - 30.5 MBRog and actor Alfonso Herrera - Javi from "Ozark" - preview this week's seismic USMNT Mexico match at the Azteca and go deep on all things Mexican football. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
Men in Blazers 03/21/22
March 21, 2022 19:44 - 1 hour - 65.4 MBRog and Davo on a rock 'em sock 'em weekend of FA Cup Quarterfinal action that saw City, Liverpool and Chelsea advance (not you, Everton). Massive league wins for Arsenal and Spurs. And a three-goal second half comeback for the ages from Jesse Marsch's Leeds United. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
Men in Blazers 03/18/22: WGFOP: Weekend Preview
March 18, 2022 17:50 - 27 minutes - 24.9 MBRog takes listener questions on WGFOP: Weekend Preview. On today's show, Everton finally get a famous Iwobi-powered win, Liverpool gain more ground in the title race, Rog reflects on his trip to Crystal Palace, and more. Special thanks to our sponsor DraftKings Sportsbook. For more information: dkng.co/mib. If you or someone you know has a gambling problem, crisis counseling and referral services can be accessed by calling 1-800-GAMBLER (1-800-426-2537) (IL/IN/MI/NJ/PA/WV/WY), 1-800...
Men in Blazers 03/15/22: European Nights with Rory Smith, Presented by Paramount+
March 15, 2022 12:41 - 49 minutes - 45.1 MBRog and Rory return in our pod series exploring the history of European football's biggest ties. First up, Rory recounts his experience at the Bernabéu last week to watch Benzema's incredible hat trick (2:49). The main story today is Juventus, their tradition at the pinnacle of Italy, the Calciopoli scandal, and the abandonment of long term strategy that has led to their recent decline (8:38). Then, a quick look at the UK's sanctions on Roman Abramovich and how it will change owners...
Men in Blazers 03/15/22: European Nights with Rory Smith
March 15, 2022 12:41 - 49 minutes - 45.1 MBRog and Rory return in our pod series exploring the history of European football's biggest ties. First up, Rory recounts his experience at the Bernabéu last week to watch Benzema's incredible hat trick (2:49). The main story today is Juventus, their tradition at the pinnacle of Italy, the Calciopoli scandal, and the abandonment of long term strategy that has led to their recent decline (8:38). Then, a quick look at the UK's sanctions on Roman Abramovich and how it will change ownersh...
Men in Blazers 03/14/22
March 14, 2022 16:58 - 1 hour - 64.1 MBRog and Davo on CRonaldo's hat-trick in Manchester United's 3 - 2 victory over Spurs. American manager Jesse Marsch's first Premier League win at Leeds. And are Everton really going down? Special thanks to our sponsors BetterHelp.com & DraftKings Sportsbook. For more information: BetterHelp.com & dkng.co/mib. If you or someone you know has a gambling problem, crisis counseling and referral services can be accessed by calling 1-800-GAMBLER (1-800-426-2537) (IL/IN/MI/NJ/PA/WV/WY), 1-80...
Men in Blazers 03/10/22: Emergency Pod, Roman Abramovich Sanctions
March 10, 2022 15:54 - 22 minutes - 20.5 MBRog provides instant reaction to, and context on, the UK government's sanctions on Chelsea owner Roman Abramovich. What it means for the club, the Premier League and global football, both short- and long-term. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
Men in Blazers 03/09/22: MiB Do it Live!
March 09, 2022 23:28 - 58 minutes - 53.9 MBRog and Davo provide Instant Reaction to a night of nights in the Champions League as Real Madrid come from behind to pip PSG. Plus, are Everton really going down? And Live GFOP Q&A. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
Men in Blazers 03/08/22: European Nights with Rory Smith, Presented by Paramount+
March 08, 2022 13:44 - 51 minutes - 47.1 MBRog and Rory return in our new pod series digging into the history of European football's biggest ties. First, Rog and Rory touch briefly on the potential impacts of Roman Abramovic's sale of Chelsea (3:16) Our main story today is the Red Bull football project that began with RB Salzburg in 2005, both the successful elements that have become European standards, and the vehement fan pushback in Austria and Germany (8:33). Then, a quick look at now the abolition of away goals could im...
Men in Blazers 03/08/22: European Nights with Rory Smith
March 08, 2022 13:44 - 51 minutes - 47.1 MBRog and Rory return in our new pod series digging into the history of European football's biggest ties. First, Rog and Rory touch briefly on the potential impacts of Roman Abramovic's sale of Chelsea (3:16) Our main story today is the Red Bull football project that began with RB Salzburg in 2005, both the successful elements that have become European standards, and the vehement fan pushback in Austria and Germany (8:33). Then, a quick look at now the abolition of away goals could imp...
Men in Blazers 03/07/22
March 07, 2022 21:03 - 1 hour - 70.4 MBRog and Davo on a lopsided Manchester Derby that saw the Noisy Neighbors continue to blast their operatic football with impunity in a 4 - 1 win over United. Plus, American manager Jesse Marsch's debut at Leeds United. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
Men in Blazers 03/04/22: WGOFP: Weekend Preview
March 04, 2022 17:06 - 48.1 MBRog takes listener questions on WGFOP: Weekend Preview. This week, we continue to unpack the impactions of Roman Abramovic's sale of Chelsea for the club and the Premier League at large. Then, a look at the Manchester Derby, Jesse Marsch's prospects at Leeds, and Everton's precarious position.
Men in Blazers 03/04/22: WGFOP: Weekend Preview
March 04, 2022 17:06 - 35 minutes - 32.1 MBRog takes listener questions on WGFOP: Weekend Preview. This week, we continue to unpack the impactions of Roman Abramovic's sale of Chelsea for the club and the Premier League at large. Then, a look at the Manchester Derby, Jesse Marsch's prospects at Leeds, and Everton's precarious position. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
Men in Blazers 03/02/22: MiB Do It Live!
March 02, 2022 23:23 - 59 minutes - 54.8 MBRog and Davo unpack today's news that Roman Abramovich is selling Chelsea Football Club and delve into GFOP questions about the situation in which football finds itself. Plus, midweek FA Cup action. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
Men in Blazers 03/02/22: Do It Live!
March 02, 2022 23:23 - 82 MBRog and Davo unpack today's news that Roman Abramovich is selling Chelsea Football Club and delve into GFOP questions about the situation in which football finds itself. Plus, midweek FA Cup action.
Men in Blazers 03/01/22
March 01, 2022 19:10 - 1 hour - 67.3 MBRog and Davo unpack the sporting sanctions and outpouring of emotional support in global football after Russia's invasion of Ukraine. Plus, Liverpool win the Carabao Cup, another American Premier League manager, and Christian Eriksen's return. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
Men in Blazers 02/26/22: An Emotional Day in Football
February 26, 2022 20:45 - 47 minutes - 43.1 MBIn a special Saturday Spotify Greenroom Pod, Rog relives an emotional day as the football world reacts to Russia's invasion of Ukraine. Plus, attempting to make sense of breaking news regarding Roman Abramovich and Chelsea. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
Men in Blazers 02/25/22: WGFOP: Weekend Preview
February 25, 2022 18:05 - 27 minutes - 25.5 MBRog takes listener questions on WGFOP: Weekend Preview. Today, we continue to unpack the football and non-football world's reaction to the invasion of Ukraine. Plus, looking at the joy of Arsenal's late winner, the Carabao Cup Final, and more. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
Men in Blazers 02/24/22: Ukraine Pod Special
February 24, 2022 19:20 - 16 minutes - 15.3 MBAfter the dark news that Russia has invaded Ukraine, Rog examines the story and implications via a footballing lens. The removal of the Champions League Final from St. Petersburg, Russia's possible participation in this year's World Cup, and Roman Abramovich's ownership of Chelsea Football Club. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
Men in Blazers Pod Special: 02/24/22
February 24, 2022 19:20 - 22.9 MBAfter the dark news that Russia has invaded Ukraine, Rog examines the story and implications via a footballing lens. The removal of the Champions League Final from St. Petersburg, Russia's possible participation in this year's World Cup, and Roman Abramovich's ownership of Chelsea Football Club.
Men in Blazers 02/23/22: Spotify Greenroom Live Pod
February 23, 2022 23:31 - 1 hour - 59.7 MBRog and Davo on Spurs - coming off that imperious win over City - dropping a game at Burnley (if only there were an adjective for that?). Liverpool steamroll Leeds. And United snatch a draw at Madrid in the Champions League thanks to young Anthony Elanga. Plus, LIVE GFOP Q&A. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
Men in Blazers 02/22/22: European Nights with Rory Smith, Presented by Paramount+
February 22, 2022 13:29 - 54 minutes - 49.9 MBRog and Rory return in our new pod series digging into the history of Champions League ties. Today, the big story is Atletico Madrid, the social history surrounding the club, the mythical Diego Simeone, and more (6:24). Then, an examination of the Lille model that has seen their players become transfer centerpieces time and again and led them to a Ligue 1 title in 2021 before it all fell apart (27:44). A quick look at Rangers and their journey from the lowest of the low to beating D...
Men in Blazers 02/22/22: European Nights with Rory Smith
February 22, 2022 13:29 - 54 minutes - 49.9 MBRog and Rory return in our new pod series digging into the history of Champions League ties. Today, the big story is Atletico Madrid, the social history surrounding the club, the mythical Diego Simeone, and more (6:24). Then, an examination of the Lille model that has seen their players become transfer centerpieces time and again and led them to a Ligue 1 title in 2021 before it all fell apart (27:44). A quick look at Rangers and their journey from the lowest of the low to beating Do...
Men in Blazers 02/21/22
February 21, 2022 18:41 - 1 hour - 61.5 MBRog and Davo stand up and applaud Tottenham Hotspur after their seismic 3 - 2 victory away at Manchester City. Plus, United sees off Leeds in six-goal thriller. And Liverpool are inevitable. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
Men in Blazers 02/18/22: WGFOP: Weekend Preview
February 18, 2022 18:40 - 26 minutes - 24.4 MBRog takes listener questions on WGFOP: Weekend Preview. Today, when will Spurs get out of the muck, should neighbors Arsenal dream of fourth place, is Liverpool's title race on, and Ralf Rangnick's war against his players' agents. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
Men in Blazers 02/16/22: Spotify Greenroom Live Pod
February 16, 2022 23:28 - 58 minutes - 53.9 MBRog and Davo celebrate all of this midweek European Football including Champions League wins for Liverpool and City, and an assist for RB Salzburg's Brenden Aaronson in a 1 - 1 draw with Bayern. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
Men in Blazers 02/15/22: European Nights with Rory Smith
February 15, 2022 13:32 - 55 minutes - 50.5 MBRog sits down with the New York Times Chief Soccer Correspondent Rory Smith for the first in a series of Pods on the history of Champions League ties. Rog and Rory discuss the history and identity of PSG that QSI has endeavored to change and the waning power of their opponents Real Madrid (08:23). Then, Rory takes us through Liverpool opponents Inter's disastrous financial project with the Suning company that led to last summer's fire sale (26:27). A quick word for the RB Salzburg pr...
Men in Blazers 02/15/22: European Nights with Rory Smith, Presented by Paramount+
February 15, 2022 13:32 - 55 minutes - 50.5 MBRog sits down with the New York Times Chief Soccer Correspondent Rory Smith for the first in a series of Pods on the history of Champions League ties. Rog and Rory discuss the history and identity of PSG that QSI has endeavored to change and the waning power of their opponents Real Madrid (08:23). Then, Rory takes us through Liverpool opponents Inter's disastrous financial project with the Suning company that led to last summer's fire sale (26:27). A quick word for the RB Salzburg p...
Men in Blazers 02/14/22
February 14, 2022 20:33 - 1 hour - 64.4 MBRog and Davo applaud WORLD CHAMPIONS Chelsea after their Club World Cup victory. Plus, the Royal Rumble for that fourth Champions League spot continues. And a Rog has a Frank-gasm after Everton's 3-0 thrashing of Leeds. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
Men in Blazers 02/11/22: WGFOP: Weekend Preview
February 11, 2022 17:31 - 30 minutes - 27.8 MBRog takes listener questions on WGFOP: Weekend Preview. Today, we chat Everton's chances of staying up, Spurs faltering against Southampton, Shaqiri arriving in Chicago, and the impending Champions League knockouts, all while listening to a stellar soundtrack of music. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
Men in Blazers 02/10/22: Mark Cuban Pod Special, Presented by Camarena Tequila
February 10, 2022 16:51 - 26 minutes - 24 MBCamarena Tequila Presents: The Men in Blazers Mark Cuban Pod Special. The exclusive, extended conversation between Rog and Mark Cuban, entrepreneur extraordinaire, Dallas Mavericks owner, and expert in the business of sports. Rog and Mark chat about that constantly evolving relationship between owner, team, fan, and city, and his unique understanding of the industry as it pertains to the growth and future of football. Plus, Rog pitches the idea of relegation in the NBA. Tequila is 40...
Men in Blazers 02/09/22: Spotify Greenroom Live Pod
February 09, 2022 23:28 - 58 minutes - 53.8 MBRog and Davo revel in all of this midweek Premier League action.* Plus, LIVE GFOP Q&A. *No reveling occurred during discussion of Everton's 3 - 1 loss to Newcastle. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
Men in Blazers 02/07/22
February 07, 2022 21:17 - 1 hour - 56.1 MBRog and Davo celebrate a genuinely magical FA Cup Fourth Round weekend filled underdogs, upsets and the unthinkable... a convincing Everton win in Frank Lampard's Goodison debut. Plus, a seismic win for Senegal at AFCON. Special thanks to our sponsors Policygenius & DraftKings Sportsbook. For more information: Policygenius.com & dkng.co/mib. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
Men in Blazers 02/04/22: WGFOP: Weekend Preview
February 04, 2022 18:40 - 32 minutes - 29.6 MBRog takes listener questions on WGFOP: Weekend Preview. On today's show, recapping the USMNT's window, excitement for the Frank Lampard era, and processing the consequences of Mason Greenwood's actions. Special thanks to our sponsors DraftKings Sportsbook. For more information: dkng.co/mib. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
Men in Blazers 02/02/22: Spotify Greenroom USMNT Instant Reax Live Pod
February 03, 2022 04:04 - 1 hour - 76 MBRog and Davo on the USMNT's 3 - 0 win over Honduras in a bitterly cold Minnesota. Thoughts on the victory, the absurd conditions in which the game was played and the big takeaways from this window. Plus, LIVE GFOP Q&A. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.