Paradise Pod
89 episodes - English - Latest episode: 19 days ago -A Nashville SC fan podcast.
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BJ Rumors
June 24, 2024 05:05 - 49 minutes - 45.3 MBAppreciating Gary, evaluating Rumba, discussing a potential BJ, and pondering a brave new future for Nashville SC. COYBIG.
Out?
April 08, 2024 05:05 - 1 hour - 58.3 MBWhat would #GaryOut actually look like now, in practice? Where does the fault lie, Jacobs or Smith? What kinds of players could be brought in as a solution? You know, all those old chestnuts. Three Chalupas, listener Qs, and the small matter of Inter Miami upcoming. We shall seeeeeeeeee. COYBIG.
Wendy's SC
March 18, 2024 21:17 - 1 hour - 85.6 MBNashville SC's Concacaf Champions Cup comes to an end, but the 'Yotes finally pick up a win in the league. Josh, Daniel and Slape unite under the Lisan Al-Gaib of Nashville SC podcasting (Donald “Muad-Dib” Hall) who vows to lead us all to paradise. That’s right folks, that’s been the reason for the name of the podcast all along. Topics aside from prophecy, natural resources, and revolution include: 8 matches in 23 days The long term potential of a Mukhtar-Surridge-Boyd attacking triumvirat...
Marginal Gaines
February 19, 2024 21:39 - 1 hour - 59.4 MBHot damn, MLS is back. The Coyotes ride out once again. The pod looks at what 2024 could bring for Nashville SC. Topics hit include: What should we expect from Sam Surridge in his first full season? Is the Tyler Boyd signing going under the radar? New central midfield options The challenge of the Eastern Conference Are issues in the squad building finally being addressed? Feelings about Dax in Atlanta Breakout candidates Another homegrown signing Donald’s Annual MLS Kit Rankings Bi...
DePuy, We Hardly Knew Ye
December 20, 2023 06:05 - 2 hours - 111 MBWe got Davey and the TrillDawg in to help see off Nashville SC's 2023. Topics hit include: Another first round playoff exit Fan sentiment This janky playoff format Sam Surridge’s 2024 prospects How will Nashville SC’s 2023 be remembered? Moment of the season Goal of the season Annual Non-Hany Mukhtar MVP Award Farewells to Dax, Fafa, Haakenson Early signings of Dru Yearwood, McKinzie Gaines What are the other off-season priorities? Reaction to the US Open Cup news Looking forwar...
Five Minutes of Fafa
October 31, 2023 05:05 - 44 minutes - 40.9 MBOur sincerest apologies for the lack of pods in the latter part of the season. Truth be told, Club and Country came in with a massive bid for Donald. Frankly, after that the lad’s head just wasn’t right. Thankfully, we’ve nailed him down to a 9-year extension and we’re confident he’ll see out his career as a Dawg. Recorded Monday immediately after the loss in Orlando. Topics included: The importance of a single match Vulnerability down Nashville’s right Is it true that if you have three ...
Never Check Your Email
August 24, 2023 05:00 - 58 minutes - 53.3 MBSlape, Josh and Donald come to grips with the loss in the Leagues Cup final, and think of what this cup run may indicate for the rest of Nashville SC’s season. How competitions develop meaning Post-tournament prospects for Sam Surridge and Lucas MacNaughton Booing Messi Assessing Inter Miami The rush of Nashville’s equalizer Environment in the stadium The Campaña moment Who seemed the more deserving winner, if one were to be had at full time? Callender, Panicco and the PK shootout ...
It Has To Be Us
August 16, 2023 23:46 - 43 minutes - 39.8 MBA brief retrospective on this Nashville SC Leagues Cup run that will culminate in a final at Geodis Park against Lionel Messi’s Inter Miami on Saturday. Ramping up against Colorado and Toluca Exercising penalty shootout demons in Cincinatti Madness in the quarterfinals against Club America A relaxing training session against Minnesota Momentous collective effort against Monterrey A whole party pack of Chalupas, and a plea to the sporting gods for justice to be done take us out of this ...
Leagues Cup Seating Arrangements
July 19, 2023 14:39 - 1 hour - 87.6 MBJohn, Slape Dogg, Josh and Don help each other get through Nashville SC's recent dip in form. Topics hit include: The earth-shattering effects of missing clear cut chances The pall cast over Nashville’s season by Cincy’s success The inheritor of Ake Loba’s place in the trunk The difference between a winger who chips in with goals, and a recognized center forward The different ways fans allow officiating to them Composure Rivalry among the top clubs in the East Donald’s extremely sus ...
The Before Times
July 04, 2023 21:16 - 1 hour - 57.1 MBHappy Independence Day! Topics hit include: John Adams More Hany madness with another hat trick Losing the fast guys to Gold Cup duty The failures of the back five Botched chances in Montreal Praise for Columbus (I know, yuck) Line leading forwards DC, or “The Randall Leal Match” Three Chalupas, Qs, and Chicago preview. Go eat a hotdog. COYBIG.
Wyke's Woo Wagons
June 15, 2023 05:58 - 1 hour - 82 MBThe good old boy network of Nashville SC podcasting is brought to its knees as Katie and Amanda drop into the stu with Josh and Donald after a solid road trip for the Yotes. Topics hit include: MacNaughty conspiracy theories Nashville SC creating its own luck The Romney-fication of Jack Maher Chatty Hany The CJ Sapong derby Toronto FC’s production line of talent… for Nashville SC Lukas MacNaughton is a working architect, seriously? Come on man Wyke’s Woo Wagons What happens in midf...
Gasoline
June 01, 2023 05:05 - 1 hour - 58.1 MBOut of the cup, but unbeaten in 7 in MLS play, with wins in their last 3. Nashville SC: very very good at the moment. The Pod: very very happy to discuss. Topics hit include The b-team’s cup run Alex Muyl, goal machine MacNaughty Hany the Human Highlight Reel Randall Leal’s return What it means to be this much better Inter Miami Did we steal one in Charlotte? Atmosphere in Geodis Park against Columbus Threat from set pieces and corners Joe Willis web gems Power rankings No ti...
Swifties
May 10, 2023 05:05 - 48 minutes - 44.7 MBChicago were horrible, but Nashville is pretty damn good right now. Josh and Don discuss yet another beatdown of the Fire, inspired by yet another Hany hat trick. Topics hit include: A sexy center back debut Alex Muyl’s central role Dax directing traffic, just like the good 'ol days Shaff/Fafa rotation Captaincy choices Praise for Gary Smith, whose weaknesses from years prior all feel like strengths at the moment Celebrating the consistently excellent MVP Hot takes on Daniel Lovitz ...
Captain Morgan + Body Armor
May 03, 2023 06:22 - 54 minutes - 49.5 MBSlape, Josh and Don cover a LOT of ground catching up on all of the NSC action from April Topics hit include: Nil-nil against Toronto Conceding two quick ones away to a much improved NYCFC side, and a positive fight back Evaluating the home draw against LAFC Jack Maher’s performance so far this season Love for Joe Willis Gary Smith fit check Progressing in the US Open Cup What's the read on Ján Greguš? Ethan Zubak’s prospects in a post-Sapong world How pivotal is the Atlanta win a...
Don Iver
April 05, 2023 11:57 - 39 minutes - 36.1 MBThe smell of sweet victory in Orlando. Enough to wash away the stench of the Cincy loss at home? The dawgs deliberate. Topics hit include: Rivalry with Orlando Fafa’s first goal and general start to life in Nashville Surprise Haakenson start The Joenaissance The team’s bouncebackability under Gary Smith When is the Hany MVP round two hype train allowed to leave the station? Options off the bench when we’re fully healthy Toronto preview COYMFBIG
Table Talk
March 29, 2023 04:32 - 52 minutes - 48.3 MBShameful that Brandon Vazquez would celebrate a goal against his former club like that. Topics hit include: The state of Dax Cincinnati’s strengths Praise for Fafa and Joe 4th Annual First Viewing of the Table After Five Games Tucking in your shirt Orlando preview COYBIG
Straight Edge Gary
March 21, 2023 17:13 - 35 minutes - 32.3 MBJosh and Donald have one of the most nuanced discussions of all time while keeping perspective after Nashville's first loss of the season. Topics hit include Player selection and what it says about your aspirations Set piece threat for Nashville so far this season Shaq Moore and Dan Lovitz in central defensive roles Gustavo Bou The addition of Jan Gregus Hany with more freedom to be a playmaker Dave Romney and the legacy of former fan favorites Qs and a quick preview for the blockbus...
Spongebob Rave
March 14, 2023 16:04 - 45 minutes - 41.4 MBOG J+D eppy. The good times are here to stay forever, and we'll never die. Topics hit include: Shaffy-Mukhtar connection Road draws and how they're perceived Quality of opposition Club captaincy shifting to Zim In-depth celebration analysis Our sweet boy Taylor The evolution of Dan Lovitz Nick DePwahhhh transfer weirdness Qs administered by the Q shaman himself, previews of the upcoming match against the Romneylution, and then we're OUT. CTFOYBIG.
Frenching the Badge
March 02, 2023 00:24 - 23 minutes - 21.9 MBSeth, Josh and Donald try their best on this one. The performance from the team merited a better pod, but we're on vacation, cut us some slack. They're not all gonna be bangers. We go again. COYBIG.
Galaxy Defenders
February 21, 2023 19:39 - 1 hour - 68.4 MBSeason 4. Donald, Josh and Daniel - back to save the universe. Topics hit include: Zim and Shaq in the World Cup Giving the outgoing Dave Romney his due The Ake Loba situation somehow going from bad to worse The club’s transfer policy and ambitions Fafa Picault and New Dave Fanbase mood entering the season The Man in Black kit and release party MLS and Apple TV Listener Qs NYCFC predictions Come on you boys in gold.
3RD ANNUAL END OF SEASON SPECTACULAR
November 21, 2022 06:05 - 1 hour - 87.1 MBIn a remote corner of the metaverse, a veritable supergroup assembled in the virtual Paradise Pod studios to discuss the end of Nashville SC's regular season, their 1st round playoff exit, and how they'll remember the club's third year in MLS. John, Andy, Paul and the legend in his own time Chris Ivey joined Donald and Josh. Josh had some weird audio issues - either punishment for sins in a past life, or crimes against podcasting in this one. Nevertheless, they persisted. Topics hit include...
Little Brother
September 11, 2022 16:24 - 33 minutes - 30.4 MBSeth, Andy, Josh and Donaldinho rip a quick pod after the Galaxy bring NSC's win streak to an end. Blockbuster matchups with lil bro Austin FC, return of the Joe, Shaffylad the absolute boy, and dreaming of a home playoff match at the 'dude. Up the damn coyotes.
The Prestige
August 30, 2022 22:43 - 1 hour - 62 MBBoys in Gold are back, the pod is back. Simple as.
Taylor Lewandowski
July 28, 2022 00:45 - 1 hour - 76.4 MBTopics hit include, but are in no way limited to: Parking lot concerns and the ensuing drama before the Seattle match The Sounders aura… and shithousery The Gareth Bale Show Chicho Arango love-in Realistically assessing the strength of Nashville’s squad Teal Bunbury’s start in Cincy Gary Smith’s press conferences How bad did Nashville SC miss on Brandon Vazquez? The Shaq Moore signing, and the impact he could have Quick overview of the upcoming mostly-home stretch takes us out of t...
Swerdirdirdirdirskyyyyy
July 13, 2022 03:03 - 55 minutes - 50.8 MBQuick one for ya after getting our ass kicked in Charlotte. Had to bring in the mf Carolinas plug J-rod to discuss. He was more gracious in victory than I would have been. I was a little surprised by that ngl
The Hokey Pokey
July 06, 2022 05:00 - 1 hour - 123 MBNashville SC bounced back from their first loss at home in ages to take down DC United on their patch, only to fall out of the US Open Cup in heartbreaking fashion and suffer a deflating draw at home against Portland. Donald is a little sad boi about it all. Topics hit include: Does form exist for Nashville SC? In which position would a signing help the most? Heartbreak in the cup Praise for Brian Anunga What is Nashville’s best midfield duo? Bizarre officiating Widespread Panicco an...
Diego Luna
June 21, 2022 21:46 - 56 minutes - 103 MBNashville SC finally lost at home. Is it the end of the world? Probably. Much of a muchness in midfield Y u no Loba? Bizarre concession for SKC’s opener USMNT mainstays of yesteryear The penalty that wasn’t Three Chalupas, Nashville’s failed World Cup 2026 bid, Listener Qs, and predictions for DC United and our upcoming US Open Cup quarterfinal against old Eastern conference rivals Orlando City. Please COYBIG.
Concern for the Squirrel
June 14, 2022 05:05 - 58 minutes - 107 MBWe had a lot to catch up on. Specifically: NSC 2 - 1 Montreal Muyl's moment Willis' woes NSC 2 - 2 ATL The rain delay Sapong's form LOU 1 - 2 NSC Panicco pulling the patented Jack Maher recalled-from-loan-straight-into-the-XI Keeping the USL rivalry alive COL 1 - 3 NSC Hany back to last season's levels Haakenson's contributions NSC 0 - 0 SJ Surprise absence of Dave Romney Jack Maher holding it down Three Chalupas, listener Q (singular), and predictions for SKC next weekend. ...
Still Tiffin'
May 17, 2022 00:05 - 1 hour - 122 MBOG Josh and Don episode to discuss significant wins against Real Salt Lake and Atlanta United, before a real bummer of a match in Houston. Topics hit include: First win at Geodis Park Excellent midfield play against Salt Lake Randall Leal’s injury Set piece strateegery A lot of Sapong talk Thrilling comeback and win in extra time against Atlanta in the cup ZUBAK SZN?! Frustration in Houston News, Qs, Montreal preview, and then we’re out. Please Come On You Electric Yellow Coyote...
Empanadas
May 05, 2022 02:03 - 53 minutes - 98.2 MBOG Josh and Don ep to unpack the breaking in of Nashville SC’s new home. Gameday festivities The walk down Rains Avenue to the stadium Energy in the stands Early chances for both sides Mentality from the Yotes A formidable foe in Philly Alex Muyl Andre Blake’s heroics, damn near matched by Joe Willis' Uhre’s opener Randall Leal’s PK The second handball call that wasn’t Loba’s cameo 30,000 Chalupas New contracts for Hany and Invader Zim, and the latter’s new DP status Listener ...
Homecoming
April 28, 2022 05:00 - 35 minutes - 65.2 MBJosh and Don are ecstatic to discuss the thrilling Galaxy match in great detail, before talking about nothing else of any importance
Hank n' Son
April 17, 2022 17:39 - 1 hour - 55.1 MBHappy Easter - He is Risen and so is Hany! Seth and Andy return to the stu to recap a great win in Kansas City, and something of a let down against San Jose. Topic hit include, but are in no way limited to: Our continued PK woes What Alex Muyl brings to the RWB position First goal for Handsome Dave since August 2020 Dave Romney Long THROWED Hany’s return to the scoresheet Louwba Watch Four Chalupas Concession prices at the ‘dude Parking concerns Listener Qs and predictions for ...
The David Accam Chair of Fringe Player Studies
April 05, 2022 05:10 - 1 hour - 65.8 MBReunited with the mf TrillDawg aka The Vandy Whistler Enjoyer aka Chief Heater aka Confirmed 2x Sex-Haver aka Daniel. The dawgs are feeling right after sneaking out of Ohio with three points. Topics hit include: Positive performances from Brian Anunga and Taylor Washington in their first starts of the season Sean Davis getting the armband Muyl’s game-winner and the importance of wingbacks chipping in with goals Anibal Godoy as a sub when you’re defending a lead is a cheat code Looking ...
Yoda Belichick
March 22, 2022 05:05 - 1 hour - 75.2 MBDamn. Another L. The dawgs bring in Jonathan Slape to deliberate. Topics hit include: Midi-chlorians Nashville’s first change to the starting XI so far this season Teal Bunbury’s full debut The wingbacks, and how Dan Lovitz can help us from the LWB position Squad building The Dax McCarty red card incident Three Chalupas Previewing the final act of World Cup Qualifying for the USMNT Listener Qs take us out of this one. Thanks as always to Slape for blessing the track. Listen to Worl...
Doors or Muyls
March 16, 2022 05:00 - 1 hour - 87.3 MBBen Wright is back in tha trap with Josh and Donald to break down Nashville SC’s first loss of the season. Topics hit include: How Dallas got the better of Nashville Same lineup and system - Is it time to diverge from NSC’s tactics from these first three matches? Teal Bunbury’s usage thus far and what it says about Gary Smith’s ideas about his players Are Dallas legit, or is Nashville continuing a previous trend of playing up and down to their competition? Frustrations around the Maher...
XLS
March 08, 2022 06:05 - 54 minutes - 49.5 MBSorry to say it's just Josh and Donald again. Don't worry, our long national nightmare will be over soon and an additional sultry voice will grace your ears before you know it. Believe. 1-1 in Minnesota - did the 3 feet of standing water on the pitch by full time prevent this from being a win? Topics hit include: Godoy getting forward The Daxessaince Complaining about the conditions, and refereeing, in Minnesota Talking about how we’re not going to talk about set piece defending Rand...
Smelling Salts
March 02, 2022 06:00 - 54 minutes - 49.4 MBJosh and Donald get tactical as hell breaking down Nashville SC’s opening weekend upset in Seattle. Topics hit include: Initial thoughts upon seeing a surprising XI How formation-based thinking will fail you Sean Davis’ performance on his debut What this system could mean for Randall Leal Western Conference confirmed easy as hell lol Confident substitutions from Gary Goaldoy Dax McCarty reverse no-look nutmeg Three Chalupas The dawgs bid a sincere farewell to Daniel Rios and disc...
S3 PRESZN POD
February 22, 2022 10:00 - 1 hour - 58 MBA new dawn for Nashville SC. The pod is back, gazing upon the golden horizon. Topics hit include: Movie/TV recs from the offseason The Alistair Johnston transfer Shaq Moore and the club’s RWB options Expectations for Randall Leal What to expect from Sean Davis New Home kits reviewed Donald demands we talk about clothes for 15 minutes Away game plans Predictions for the Seattle match COYBIGCOYBIGCOYBIGCOYBIGCOYBIGCOYBIG
The Season Two Wrap-Up Pod
December 23, 2021 21:34 - 2 hours - 114 MBOG Clásico Josh and Donald Episode to see out Season 2 of everyone’s favorite prestige drama series, Nashville Soccer Club. Topics hit include, but are not limited to: Atmosphere for the home playoff game Getting led on about Dave Romney Eric Miller at RWB Praise for Daryl Dike Sapong-Mukhtar Counter Attacks Inc. A fitting send off for John Deere Caddies Uninspiring options from the bench Tragedy from the penalty spot The failure of zero Loba minutes in the playoffs Non-Hany Mukhta...
Playoff Pod
November 17, 2021 10:00 - 1 hour - 63.2 MBIt’s the playoff pod. u already know what it is. Daniel, Josh and Donald get straight to bizness Topics hit include: The appropriate time to decorate for Christmas The prospect of squad turnover this winter Is the time gap between the regular season and playoffs a positive or a negative for the team? Emulsion Issues with a rotated back 3 Bookending the season by conceding early HAAAANNNNNNy Growth in in-stadium support from season’s start to season’s end How big of a missed opportu...
Podcast 8C
November 04, 2021 13:53 - 1 hour - 67.2 MBAn episode of Paradise Pod for your ears to savor. Try it paired with a side of grilled vegetables, or preceded by a nice gazpacho soup. Topics of discussion include: The exchange of a precious gift What does it mean to be a league’s most valuable player? Madness in Cincy Loba’s progress Potential playoff matchups Winning off a reviewed call What Hany could do in the playoffs Leaders Lil Conte talk, Three Chalupas, Qs and final matchday predictions take us out. Playoffs coming baby...
Nashville Stew Club
October 07, 2021 15:59 - 1 hour - 109 MBA long one to tide you over during the international break. Jonathan Slape and Ben Wright hop in the booth for the collab that's gonna set the streets on fire. The haters said it could never happen. The dawgs recap a late collapse at home against Orlando City, and a fiesty draw in New Jersey against NYCFC. Then we get into some HEATED debate about the yanks. Topics hit include: Watching matches from the press box, and how your gameday experience affects your viewing Definitive Nashville ...
High Horse
September 27, 2021 05:00 - 59 minutes - 54.5 MBBack at it. Fresh off an away match watchalong streaming experiment, Josh and Donald discuss a loss, win and draw against Toronto, Miami and Chicago respectively. Topics hit on include: Poutine Michael Bradley Hello set piece defending, my old friend Inter Fort Wipeout Kicking the social media habit Invader Zim posterizing Matuidi Alistair Johnston pitching in going forward What Jhonder Cádiz can offer for the rest of the season Various midfield combinations Three Chalupas, a l...
Certified Lover Boys in Gold
September 14, 2021 20:50 - 1 hour - 76.4 MBOG Clásico Josh and Donald episode. The dawgs have been crisscrossing the globe but had to get back in the damn stu to discuss back to back wins against NYCFC and Club du Fut du Montreal Hon Hon Hon Sacre Bleu. Topics hit include: Hany M(VP)ukhtar What is the proper amount of national media attention for Nashville SC? Lil scuffle against NYCFC Dan Lovitz at right wing back Top MLS away game destinations Three Chalupas After the break we unpack a roller coaster first 3 matches of W...
Hot Atlanta
August 29, 2021 22:41 - 44 minutes - 40.9 MBInstant reaction recorded LIVE from the same room Kanye West finished Donda in at the Mercedes Benz Stadium. Atlanta was a blast. Shouts out our buddy Joe for jumping in on the fun. SOUTH'S BLUE AND GOLD BABAYYYYYYY
Flustrated
August 26, 2021 22:53 - 1 hour - 59.5 MBAn OG Josh and Donald episode. The Dawgs are recovering from their various maladies, and convene to discuss an exuberant 5-2 win over DC United, and deflating 1-1 draw against Orlando. Topics: Tricky start against DC turns into an onslaught Praise for the dynamic duo of Hany Mukhtar and CJ Sapong Alex Muyl as off-the-bench assassin More set piece frailty Flustrating substitute selection Three Chalupas, All-Star week festivities, News, Listener Qs, and a preview of El Ribereño take us ...
Surprised Pikachu Face
August 09, 2021 21:53 - 1 hour - 73.5 MBNashville SC’s series of road matches ends with 2 points taken from an available 9, and the club’s first loss in MLS against hated rivals and expansion counterparts Inter Miami. The dawgs recorded straight after the loss. Emotions were running high. Topics hit include: Sapong’s steady scoring The Cádiz conundrum The Miller… moratorium? Sorry, should have quit while I was ahead on wordplay Castellanos’ eventful debut DAVE ROMNEY LONG THROW GOAL Varying opinions coming out of the Toron...
Everything the Light Touches
July 27, 2021 20:37 - 1 hour - 73.5 MBSeth, Josh and Donald recap a successful week for Nashville SC, with great results against two hated neighbors to the north in Ohio. Topics include: Gary’s tactics in Columbus Role players stepping in and stepping up The Paradise Pod Parking Lot Party The varying takes of fans by social media platform Songs for players New favorite goal celebrations CJ Sapong’s all-around game Three Chalupas (could have been a party pack) Gold Cup chit chat, Listener Qs, and predictions for Toronto...
Sharks
July 20, 2021 17:22 - 1 hour - 69.4 MBWe are gathered here today to celebrate one Hany Abubakr Mukhtar, and his virtuoso performance in a 5-1 drubbing of Chicago. Topics hit include: Goal by goal breakdown of Hany’s hat trick All time favorite sports moments Praise for our local commentary team The beauty of direct free kicks Joe Willis’ mustache, Dax's haircut Brian Anunga’s celebration The special front 3 of Leal, Sapong, and Mukhtar, and how Aké Loba fits in Listener Qs, Three (four?) Chalupas, some USMNT & Gold Cup ...
Prestige Pod
July 13, 2021 18:18 - 1 hour - 108 MBDaniel, Davey, Josh and Donald come together to talk about television. In between we discussed Nashville SC a bit. Topics hit include: Tailgating plans Our trouble defending set pieces High-level Hany Bad home results Are we still the “solid” team we used to be? Failure to take advantage of a weakened Atlanta side How Aké Loba helps Roster decisions & investing in forwards vs. midfielders Four Chalupas We discuss the impact Aké Loba could have in the short term, Walker Zimmerman’s...