Protagonist Podcasts
536 episodes - English - Latest episode: 4 days ago - ★★★★★ - 43 ratingsAll the podcasts from the Protagonist Family on one feed. All grassroots soccer - NISA, NPSL, UPSL, UWS, WPSL, GCPL, Regional
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Episodes
Whatever We're Calling Ourselves Now Podcast - Listener Topics
April 23, 2024 04:19 - 1 hour - 78.5 MBYou gave us suggestions and we listened! 125 minutes of talk about tge topics you suggested. Enjoy!
One League Under the C - Season 2, Ep 11 w/ guest Dave Gallas of Lane United
April 22, 2024 06:00 - 29 minutes - 27.3 MBJosh welcomes co-founder of Lane United to the show to whip through the scores then settle into a discussion about the club's beginnings and the future of USL Eugene. We briefly talk about the connections fans make to clubs, the best models for growing an organization, and what to look forward to this year and next.
Protagonist Podcast #96
April 21, 2024 01:45 - 34 minutes - 31.6 MBOn this episode of the Protagonist Podcast we catch up with Yogi aka Elliot Barr after the Kickers went to Forward Madison and stole a point in the first leg of the Henney Derby - we are joined by John Elwell of the International Rescue Committee and discuss the role of soccer in the immigrant and refugee community in Richmond, Virginia. Massive thanks to both for taking the time to come on the pod and talk soccer and remember to call your dad, to donate to your local food pantry and that no...
Root and Branch: Episode 24 with Jake Sillick
April 16, 2024 20:44 - 31 minutes - 29 MBJake Sillick, who runs thecup.us socials, joins us to talk about this year's Open Cup and Round 3 specifically. You don't want to miss this chat with a guy who KNOWS the Cup like no other.
FORMERLY Knights Who Say NISA - USOC Round 3 Preview
April 16, 2024 03:50 - 1 hour - 57.7 MBWith the Open Cup set to kick off Round 3, the boys jump on the matches that they love. Plus a LOT of other chat.
One League Under the C - Season 2, Ep 10
April 15, 2024 16:08 - 1 hour - 63.8 MBDan and Josh get caught up on the league results from the weekend, take a look at the table to determine if it's too early to matter, then attempt to predict the future while looking at next week's fixtures. They also do a recap of the USOC games that League One teams were involved in and peek at the Round Three Proper matches.
Knights Who Say NISA - Come On, Die Young
April 09, 2024 03:21 - 46 minutes - 42.2 MBThat's all, folks!
Knights Who Say NISA - Day One Prep
April 06, 2024 03:35 - 24 minutes - 22.5 MBJohn and Dan V sit down to discuss the matches from Round 2 of the USOC before discussing the matches of week one in NISA's regular season.
One League Under the C - Season 2, Ep 9 w/ Guest Benji Wade
April 01, 2024 12:22 - 1 hour - 71.2 MBDan returns from his adventures in Stockholm and Benji Wade joins us too - it's a full house as Josh and the gang go through the league results, evaluate the table, take a stab at predicting the USOC Round 2 fixtures then guess who's in trouble if they don't come up roses after next week's USL League One games.
Root and Branch: Episode 23 with John Hall
March 27, 2024 08:09 - 34 minutes - 31.5 MBJohn Hall, one of the founders of DeKalb County United, joins the show to talk about his experience and why he works so hard to help other clubs figure it out. Certainly a lot of Midwest Premier League chat on this show as well!
Knights Who Say NISA - The SUPERSIZED USOC Episode
March 26, 2024 04:05 - 1 hour - 78.2 MBYou asked for it and you got it. It's an hour and 20 minutes of NISA in the USOC chatter. Every match from Round 1 dissected and every Round 2 matchup previewed.
Root and Branch: Episode 22 with Hector Trujillo
March 20, 2024 08:14 - 31 minutes - 28.7 MBVeteran journalist from Southern California, Hector Trujillo, joins the show to talk about the Open Cup, NISA, and how he prepares to call matches. Dennis and Dan also do some Open Cup chat and a quick update on regional leagues.
Knights Who Say NISA - Sunshine and Rainbows
March 19, 2024 03:10 - 38 minutes - 35.1 MBNothing but fun! With Creel out on vacation, John and Dan discuss the schedule news and the frustation with the league. Then the guys do a brief USOC preview. It's all there, just for you!
Root and Branch: Episode 21 with Patrick Leonard
March 14, 2024 08:57 - 36 minutes - 33.7 MBDennis and Dan discuss the US Open Cup and why it's so special for regional soccer clubs, then break down all the action in the regional space. Then Dennis sits down with Patrick Leonard, head coach of Port Orchard FC, to discuss soccer in the northwest.
Knights Who Say NISA - Offseason News Measured in Coffee Spoons
March 13, 2024 03:07 - 33 minutes - 30.7 MBJust 2 weeks away from the regular season and the guys are breaking down the news and notes of the offseason.
One League Under the C - Season 2, Ep 8 - Week One Recap
March 11, 2024 14:46 - 1 hour - 76.3 MBUSL League One's Season has officially kicked off! Dan and Josh discuss a little league news, go over the first week's results, then take a look at week two, which has some interesting matchups on tap.
Protagonist Podcast #95
March 06, 2024 10:33 - 24 minutes - 22.1 MBOn this very first episode of the Protagonist Podcast in 2024, Josh kicks off the USL season with Jonathan Comeaux of Roots Blog to talk Oakland Roots - we take a rapid fire look at the opening weekend fixtures; discuss player out and players in for Roots; compliment those fire kits; and wrap it up with a prediction for the home opener vs Indy Eleven.
One League Under the C - Season 2, Ep 7 w/ guest Chris "Lefty" Brown of El Fuego Pod
March 05, 2024 18:35 - 1 hour - 57.6 MBThis week we touch base with Chris "Lefty" Brown of El Fuego Pod and get the scoop on Central Valley Fuego as they gear up for the 2024 Season. Quickly we go over the final preseason matchups for the league, discuss the announced USOC Round One games for USL League 1 teams, and touch on the CBS and ESPN coverage for USL in general.
Knights Who Say NISA - Schedule Release
March 05, 2024 04:23 - 46 minutes - 42.2 MBFinally a NISA schedule to pour over, plus Open Cup matchups for all the NISA clubs! Plenty to discuss as we're two weeks out from the regular season.
Root and Branch: Episode 20 with Jorge Salcedo
February 28, 2024 09:02 - 34 minutes - 31.2 MBFormer professional footballer and UCLA head coach, Jorge Salcedo joins Dennis and Dan to discuss his new development project, Prospect22. Matt Morse, SWPL, also comes on to give his perspective on the project.
One League Under the C - Season 2, Ep 6 w/ guest Riccardo Cominelli
February 27, 2024 20:15 - 35 minutes - 32.3 MBDan and Josh talk Northern Colorado Hailstorm with guest Riccardo Cominell co-host of Linners and Wosers Podcast, writer for Area Sports Net, and host of Milan Reports. We run through the second to last week of preseason games then jump into Hailstorm news and notes; how they've operated in the offseason and if they've addressed the major losses of Nortei Nortey, Arthur Rogers and Trevor Amman.
Knights Who Say NISA - Michigan Stars COO Chris McInally
February 27, 2024 05:03 - 1 hour - 74.3 MBChris McInally joins the show to discuss all things NISA, Michigan Stars, and his storied career as a punter. After the interview, JHF gives a full run-down of the league news and notes.
Root and Branch: Episode 19 with Jason Rego
February 22, 2024 11:00 - 35 minutes - 32.5 MBThe head of independent wonder-club Providence City FC, Jason Rego, joins Dennis and Dan to discuss all things PCFC, what drives their creative approach to marketing, and what's in the future for the Rhode Island club.
Knights Who Say NISA - USOC Discussion and NISA Notes
February 20, 2024 04:26 - 54 minutes - 50 MBEveryone is talking about it, so why not the Knights? USOC troubles with MLS kicks off the show, but all the news from NISA follows. Get it!
One League Under the C - Season 2, Ep 5 w/ guest Alex Ashton
February 19, 2024 15:00 - 42 minutes - 38.6 MBThis week on One League Under the C, Josh catches up with friend of the pod, Alex Ashton of League One Updater, to go over the league news then discuss the offseason for Richmond Kickers. New signings, stable system, and a reliable coach - will Richmond be a competitor this year?
Root and Branch: Episode 18 with Rich Schenck
February 19, 2024 02:00 - 28 minutes - 26.5 MBRich joins the show to recap the MWPL's AGM and preview the upcoming season in one of the most exciting regional leagues in the country/
One League Under the C - Season 2, Ep 4 w/guest Adam Bruce of The Red Wolf Cast
February 13, 2024 21:06 - 1 hour - 61.7 MBDan Creel is back - albeit worse for wear and joins Josh in welcoming guest Adam Bruce from the Red Wolf Cast to discuss the Chattanooga Red Wolves in the build up to the USL League One 2024 Season.
Knights Who Say NISA - Super Bowl, Charcuterie Boards, and Thomas Edison
February 13, 2024 04:29 - 28 minutes - 26.4 MBThe boys go a bit off the rails, but there's plenty of NISA club updates as everyone waits for the schedule. Any day now, please...
Off the Wall #5 - Alexis Catt
February 08, 2024 01:30 - 36 minutes - 33.7 MBAlexis Catt joins Dan to talk all things week 11 in MASL, plus an extended interview regarding Alexis' path to indoor soccer and her thoughts on her club's upcoming season.
Knights Who Say NISA - Even Less Information
February 06, 2024 04:50 - 42 minutes - 39.2 MBThe long offseason continues. We did our best.
One League Under The C - Season 2, Ep 3. w/ guests Rob Chappell and Kyle Carr
February 05, 2024 11:43 - 1 hour - 56 MBThis week Dan Creel has gone ashore for some well-deserved leave and liberty but we have guests Kyle Carr from Walkin' 90 and Rob Chappell from Talkin' Flock to go through the latest league news then take a closer look at Forward Madison's signings and what to expect from the Mingos in 2024.
Knights Who Say NISA - Offseason Chat
January 30, 2024 04:30 - 40 minutes - 37.4 MBThe guys sit down to discuss what they've heard about the league... which isn't much.
One League Under the C - Season 2, Ep 2 w/ guest Jon Hunt
January 29, 2024 01:45 - 1 hour - 69.1 MBDan and Josh are joined by Jon Hunt of the Bluegrass Soccercast and go over the latest news and notes from around USL League One. From Union Omaha's new stadium deal to Charlotte's returning veteran core; from expansion announcements to the new USL Forward project. Then we dive into Sporting Lexington's big signings and discuss what they're building toward.
Protagonist Podcast #94
January 26, 2024 20:55 - 23 minutes - 21.1 MBNot originally intended to be a podcast, this interview with USL's Vice President of DEI and Community Impact, Dr. Chris Busey, felt too good to not share with our audience. The topics center around ULS' new program, USL Forward.
Off the Wall #4 - Geo Monterroso
January 25, 2024 02:52 - 22 minutes - 20.7 MBGeo drops in from GoalsNBoards to talk all things MASL.
USCC '24 Interviews: Paul Kennedy
January 20, 2024 12:00 - 28 minutes - 26.5 MBThe legendary editor of Soccer America joins the podcast to discuss soccer, the upcoming World Cup, and the state of soccer journalism.
USCC '24 Interviews: Nicole Lukic
January 19, 2024 17:25 - 16 minutes - 15.3 MBThe Sporting Director and Head Coach of Minnesota Aurora FC, Nicole Lukic, joins the podcsast to discuss her roster-building approach, the appeal of a high-functioning club, and her plans for 2024.
USCC '24 Interviews: Liam O'Connell
January 19, 2024 12:00 - 17 minutes - 16.2 MBThe USL's Technical Director, Liam O'Connell, sits down with Dan to discuss the Academy program, the USL's player pathway philosophy, and how the league wants to grow its talent base.
USCC '24 Interviews: Shea Butter FC
January 18, 2024 12:00 - 23 minutes - 21.4 MBSylvs and Skye join Dan to discuss the state of the NWSL, the NWSL draft, the launch of the Super League, their 2023, plans for 2024, and more!
USCC '24: Southwest Premier League
January 17, 2024 12:00 - 21 minutes - 20 MBMatt Morse and Dennis Pope sit down to discuss all things SWPL, including their expansion into San Diego and continued growth and development in 2024.
America's Greatest - 2008 US Open Cup Final w/ guest Del Shaffer
January 17, 2024 02:00 - 1 hour - 74.2 MBOn America's Greatest, Dan Creel and Josh Duder are joined by Del Shaffer, host of the Leagues: World Soccer Podcast and co-host of The Real Charleston Podcast, to discuss the 2008 US Open Cup Final between the Charleston Battery and DC United. We take a look back at the highlights of the game itself and discuss our favorite musical artists and albums of the year too.
USCC '24 Interviews: Alexi Lalas
January 16, 2024 12:00 - 26 minutes - 24.6 MBAlexi Lalas, USMNT great and argueably the most well know media personality in soccer, joins Dan to talk grooming tips, politics, soccer, and everything in between. Love him or hate him, he's got takes.
Knights Who Say NISA - Catching up on the Table
January 16, 2024 04:03 - 32 minutes - 29.8 MBThe guys review the new clubs announced over the last week and discuss what they know and don't know about the league in 2024.
USCC '24 Interviews: Amanda Vandervort
January 15, 2024 12:00 - 24 minutes - 22.8 MBThe ever-charming President of the USL Super League, Amanda Vandervort, joins Dan to discuss her work building out a new professional soccer league and what fans can expect in 2024.
USCC '24 Interviews: OSA Leadership
January 14, 2024 12:00 - 19 minutes - 18 MBOn the heels of their announcement, the people in charge of Open Soccer Alliance sat down with Dan to discuss their league and hopes for the future. Peter Wilt, Michael Collins, and Daniel Collazo lay out what will make OSA different from any other league in the country.
USCC '24 Interviews: Jessica Clinton
January 13, 2024 17:51 - 24 minutes - 22.8 MBFirst interview of the Convention, Head Coach of the Oakland Soul, Jessica Clinton. Clinton discusses her path to Oakland, her club's first season in the USL W League, and how she plans to top it in 2024.
Off the Wall #3 - Matt Lewis
January 10, 2024 02:47 - 22 minutes - 20.9 MBMatt Lewis, current Detroit City FC defender and former KC Comet, joins Dan to recap Week 7, discuss the upcoming week, and dip into his experience in the MASL.
One League Under the C - Episode 41 w/guest Benji Wade of the Spokane Soccer Show
January 09, 2024 04:21 - 1 hour - 65.9 MBDan and Josh welcome Benji Wade of the Spokane Soccer Show and go over the news and notes of the league. Then we pick his brain to find out all there is to know about the incoming Velocity, the work that went in behind the scenes to organize the club and the players they have signed so far.
Knights Who Say NISA - Talkin' NISA
January 09, 2024 04:19 - 34 minutes - 31.5 MBThe guys break down what they know and don't know about the upcoming NISA season.
Knights Who Say NISA - Holiday Special!
January 06, 2024 05:11 - 49 minutes - 45.1 MBNo soccer on this show, just three guys hanging out and talking about the holiday season. Enjoy! Or don't? We did!