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Portland Timbers Podcasts

295 episodes - English - Latest episode: 1 day ago - ★★★★★ - 69 ratings

Official team podcasts, audio, and news all related to the Portland Timbers of Major League Soccer.

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Timbers prepare for first Cascadia clash of the season against the Whitecaps | Talk Timbers | Mar. 27, 2024

March 27, 2024 19:21 - 42 minutes - 43.7 MB

Hosts Judah Newby and Jake Zivin discuss the Timbers' tough loss to Philadelphia last weekend and they look ahead at the first Cascadia Derby of the year. They are also joined by Vancouver Whitecaps FC radio play-by-play voice Asa Rehman as they take a look behind enemy lines at Saturday's opponent.

New DP in town! Timbers GM Ned Grabavoy joins the show to talk Jonathan Rodríguez's signing | Talk Timbers | Mar. 20, 2024

March 21, 2024 17:16 - 52 minutes - 52.2 MB

Hosts Judah Newby and Jake Zivin cover the Timbers' new Designated Player signing, Uruguayan forward Jonathan Rodríguez Hosts with General Manager Ned Grabavoy. Portland hosts the Philadelphia Union on Saturday, March 23. Kickoff is scheduled for 7:30pm. Don't miss out on any of the moments, secure your seats at Providence Park: bit.ly/4ciTaiq Watch on MLS Season Pass on Apple TV: apple.co/3vwZ3Ia

'Mr. Golazo' Evander joins Judah and Jake to talk about his walk-off banger at NYC and facing Houston next | Talk Timbers | Mar. 13, 2024

March 14, 2024 16:45 - 49 minutes - 50.3 MB

Hosts Jake Zivin and Judah Newby dive into Portland's dramatic last-minute victory at Yankee Stadium, and the man responsible for that – Evander, joins them to talk more on his golazo and how the team is preparing for Houston on the road next. Follow all the action this Saturday at 5:30pm PT FOR FREE on MLS Season Pass on the Apple TV app: https://apple.co/3wQPeVX

Timbers go cross-country to NYC and Ross Smith joins to break it all down | Talk Timbers | Mar. 6, 2024

March 07, 2024 17:00 - 50 minutes - 50.4 MB

Hosts Jake Zivin and Judah Newby discuss the Timbers' form after two weeks and are joined by former Timber and longtime Timbers analyst/current MLS Season Pass analyst Ross Smith who has the call of Portland Timbers visiting New York City FC on Saturday at Yankee Stadium. Follow all the action this Saturday at 11am PT on MLS Season Pass on the Apple TV app: apple.co/3T5R38U

Timbers go cross-country to NYC in Matchday 3 and Ross Smith joins to break it all down | Talk Timbers | Mar. 6, 2024

March 07, 2024 17:00 - 50 minutes - 50.4 MB

Hosts Jake Zivin and Judah Newby discuss the Timbers' form after two weeks and are joined by former Timber and longtime Timbers analyst/current MLS Season Pass analyst Ross Smith who has the call of Portland Timbers visiting New York City FC on Saturday at Yankee Stadium. Follow all the action this Saturday at 11am PT on MLS Season Pass on the Apple TV app: apple.co/3T5R38U

What a season opener! Eryk Williamson joins Jake and Judah to recap last weekend and looks ahead at D.C. | Talk Timbers | Feb. 28, 2024

February 29, 2024 19:03 - 55 minutes - 55.5 MB

Hosts Jake Zivin and Judah Newby recap the marvelous season opener with Colorado and preview Saturday's clash with D.C. United. Plus, Eryk Williamson joins to reflect on his journey back to the pitch and delivering an early statement to 2024.

The 2024 MLS season is here! Everything to know ahead of Saturday's home opener | Talk Timbers | Feb. 21, 2024

February 22, 2024 16:55 - 40 minutes - 42 MB

Hosts Judah Newby and Jake Zivin bring you all the news and updates on the beginning of the 2024 MLS season, the Timbers opener on Saturday, Media Day, and more!

Eric Miller discusses Coachella Invitational; Adam Susman preps you for the 2024 season | Talk Timbers | Feb. 14, 2024

February 15, 2024 17:44 - 47 minutes - 43.5 MB

Host Judah Newby dives into preseason and the Coachella Valley Invitational with Timbers defender Eric Miller. Plus, radio play-by-play broadcaster Adam Susman covers all things Timbers heading to the start of the 2024 MLS season.

Preseason, new asst. coach Van den Bergh and more | Talk Timbers | Feb. 7, 2024

February 07, 2024 23:46 - 56 minutes - 51.9 MB

Hosts Jake Zivin and Judah Newby talk about the Timbers preseason so far with the team ready to head to the Coachella Valley Invitational. Along with a discussion around this year's Leagues Cup, Zivin and Newby interview new assistant coach Dave van den Bergh.

Kamal Miller shares how team is bonding | Talk Timbers | Jan. 31, 2024

February 01, 2024 20:41 - 45 minutes - 41.4 MB

Hosts Judah Newby and Jake Zivin chat with defender Kamal Miller about his arrival in Portland how the team was able to bond and build team chemistry while away in Arizona. The show also looks at the team's recent friendly with Phoenix Rising FC in Arizona.

Timbers head to Arizona for preseason, hear from Maxime Crépeau | Talk Timbers | Jan. 24, 2024

January 25, 2024 21:05 - 46 minutes - 42.9 MB

Hosts Judah Newby and Jake Zivin discuss the the Timbers upcoming preseason trip to Arizona and chat with newly-acquired goalkeeper Maxime Crépeau about his career and what he brings to the Timbers.

Timbers preseason opens, hear from Phil Neville | Talk Timbers | Jan. 17, 2024

January 18, 2024 17:10 - 44 minutes - 40.8 MB

Hosts Judah Newby and Jake Zivin discuss the opening of Timbers preseason and have an in-depth conversation with head coach Phil Neville about the 2024 campaign.

First podcast of 2024! | Talk Timbers | Jan. 10, 2024

January 11, 2024 17:38 - 46 minutes - 42.4 MB

Hosts Judah Newby and Jake Zivin return with the first Talk Timbers podcast of 2024. The two discuss the Timbers offseason roster movement so far as well as take a look ahead to the 2024 preseason and regular season schedule.

A look back at 2023, and forward to 2024 | Talk Timbers | Dec. 13, 2023

December 14, 2023 17:30 - 42 minutes - 38.5 MB

In the final Talk Timbers episode of the year, hosts Judah Newby and Jake Zivin recap the exciting MLS Cup between the Columbus Crew and LAFC with the Crew winning their second trophy in three seasons, look back at the 2023 MLS season and look forward to what's ahead this offseason for the Timbers.

The legacy of Sebastián Blanco | Talk Timbers | Dec. 6, 2023

December 07, 2023 04:12 - 37 minutes - 34.3 MB

Hosts Judah Newby and Jake Zivin discuss the state of the Timbers roster at this stage in the offseason and also talk about the legacy of Sebastián Blanco.  We also hear a preview of this Saturday's MLS Cup final between the Columbus Crew and LAFC.

Phil Neville chats about his new role | Talk Timbers | Nov. 15, 2023

November 16, 2023 17:50 - 48 minutes - 44 MB

Phil Neville makes his Talk Timbers debut as hosts Judah Newby and Jake Zivin chat with the new Portland head coach on his transition to the Rose City and what he's looking forward to in the role. Plus, Judah and Jake discuss the latest in the Audi 2023 MLS Cup Playoffs. Note: Talk Timbers will be on hiatus for Nov. 22 and Nov. 29, returning on Dec. 6. 

Timbers hire Phil Neville as head coach | Talk Timbers | Nov. 9, 2023

November 09, 2023 17:22 - 47 minutes - 43.1 MB

Hosts Judah Newby and Jake Zivin discuss the Portland Timbers' announcement of Phil Neville as the team's new head coach. The show also shares excerpts of an interview between Zivin and Neville with the full version appearing on Timbers.com

GM Ned Grabavoy discusses the Timbers offseason priorities | Talk Timbers | Nov. 1, 2023

November 01, 2023 20:56 - 55 minutes - 50.4 MB

Hosts Judah Newby and Jake Zivin talk with Timbers general manager Ned Grabavoy to discuss Portland's offseason priorities and update on the head coaching search. Newby and Zivin also discuss the ongoing Audi 2023 MLS Cup Playoffs.

What might the offseason bring for the Timbers? | Talk Timbers | Oct. 25, 2023

October 26, 2023 16:53 - 42 minutes - 38.8 MB

Hosts Judah Newby and Jake Zivin look back at MLS Decision Day and the Timbers season coming to an end. They also look back at Portland's 2023 campaign and discuss some of the highlights as well as what offseason changes may bring for the team. Finally, the duo previews the MLS Cup Playoffs.

Miles Joseph discusses preparations for MLS Decision Day 2023 | Talk Timbers | Oct. 18 2023

October 18, 2023 22:37 - 52 minutes - 47.8 MB

Hosts Judah Newby and Jake Zivin talk about MLS Decision Day 2023 and Portland's push for a spot in the Audi 2023 MLS Cup Playoffs. We also hear from Timbers interim head coach Miles Joseph as he discusses the team's preparations for the drama and Decision Day matchup with Houston Dynamo FC.

MLS news, coaching search and a look to MLS Decision Day | Talk Timbers | Oct. 11, 2023

October 11, 2023 23:37 - 46 minutes - 106 MB

Hosts Judah Newby and Jake Zivin recap Portland's match with Montréal and look ahead to the MLS Decision Day match against Houston Dynamo FC and the various playoff scenarios. Tom Bogert of The Athletic calls in with some news updates around the league and coaching searches including the latest he's hearing on the Timbers search and candidates.

Playoff pursuits as Timbers ready for Montréal | Talk Timbers | Oct. 4, 2023

October 05, 2023 16:51 - 41 minutes - 38.1 MB

In this episode of Talk Timbers, host Judah Newby chats through the Timbers recent 3-3 draw with the LA Galaxy, plus Liam McHugh of MLS 360 discusses about what it's like to host the whip around coverage on MLS Season Pass on Apple TV, the fluidity of the standings and where the Timbers fit. Finally, Jake Zivin joins from Chicago for a segment on the Timbers upcoming match in Montréal.

Miles Joseph discusses strong play and prep for Galaxy | Talk Timbers | Sept. 27, 2023

September 28, 2023 16:31 - 43 minutes - 39.9 MB

Hosts Judah Newby and Jake Zivin talk with Timbers interim head coach Miles Joseph about the team's four-game win streak and momentum heading into the upcoming road trip to LA Galaxy. Plus, a discussion of Portland's win over Colorado and how the Timbers have moved up the table.

A look ahead to Austin and three games in a week | Talk Timbers | Sept. 13, 2023

September 14, 2023 16:05 - 51 minutes - 47 MB

Hosts Judah Newby and Jake Zivin recap the Timbers' 2-0 victory over LAFC and preview the upcoming three matches in a week stretch that starts Sunday against Austin FC. Tony Cherchi, Spanish language host/analyst and bilingual broadcast analyst for MLS Season Pass on Apple TV, joins the show to preview his call of the match at Q2 Stadium in Texas.

Timbers interim head coach Miles Joseph discusses facing LAFC + Stand Together Week | Talk Timbers | Sept. 6, 2023

September 06, 2023 22:39 - 42 minutes - 38.6 MB

Hosts Judah Newby and Jake Zivin chat with Timbers interim head coach Miles Joseph about the team's come-from-behind 2-2 draw with Seattle, the upcoming big match this weekend with LAFC and the significance of Stand Together Week and volunteering throughout the city.

After coaching change, Portland readies for Vancouver | Talk Timbers | Aug. 23, 2023

August 23, 2023 23:21 - 43 minutes - 40 MB

Hosts Judah Newby and Jake Zivin discuss Portland parting ways with head coach Giovanni Savarese. They also preview the upcoming match with Vancouver and hear from Zivin talk about his call of Lionel Messi and Inter Miami winning the League's Cup.

David Bingham chats PORvHOU + Leagues Cup Final | Talk Timbers | Aug. 16, 2023

August 16, 2023 23:05 - 45 minutes - 42.1 MB

Hosts Judah Newby and Jake Zivin are joined by Timbers goalkeeper David Bingham ahead of Sunday's road clash against the Houston Dynamo. Judah and Jake also preview the final stretch run of MLS regular-season play and the push for the playoffs plus Jake discusses his upcoming call of the League's Cup Final between Nashville and Inter Miami.

Leagues Cup review + MLS regular season resumes | Talk Timbers | Aug. 9, 2023

August 10, 2023 19:18 - 41 minutes - 94.2 MB

Host Judah Newby and former Timbers USL player Aaron Heinzen break down Portland's Leagues Cup match with C.F. Monterrey and look ahead to the remaining 11 matches of the MLS regular season. Jake Zivin stops by for his latest Messi-Mania excursions with Apple TV.

Transfer Window Round-up, and a preview of Monterrey on Talk Timbers | Aug. 3, 2023

August 03, 2023 21:19 - 47 minutes - 43.1 MB

Timbers alumni and radio analyst Aaron Heizen joins host Judah Newby this week on Talk Timbers. The two are joined by MLSsoccer.com's Tom Bogert to talk about the two new Timbers - Antony and Bryan Acosta - acquired in the summer transfer window. Plus, Jake Zivin joins from Miami to help preview the Leagues Cup Round of 32 matchup with C.F. Monterrey.

GM Ned Grabavoy guests as Talk Timbers previews Leagues Cup | July 19, 2023

July 20, 2023 23:27 - 51 minutes - 47.1 MB

Hosts Judah Newby and Keith Bleyer have Timbers GM Ned Grabavoy and MLS Season Pass broadcaster Jake Zivin on the show as they reflect on a memorable night against Columbus and go all in on the upcoming Leagues Cup.

Soccer analyst Kyndra de St. Aubin talks about upcoming #MINvPOR match | June 28, 2023

June 28, 2023 21:12 - 51 minutes - 47.3 MB

Hosts Judah Newby and Jake Zivin are joined by MLS Season Pass for Apple TV analyst Kyndra de St. Aubin who will be on the call for Saturday's Portland at Minnesota match. Newby and Zivin will also recap the recent matches at home and discuss the upcoming two match road swing to Minnesota and then Colorado on July 4th.

Ex-USWNT star and MLS analyst Danielle Slaton | June 14, 2023

June 15, 2023 16:04 - 51 minutes - 47.3 MB

Hosts Judah Newby and Jake Zivin are joined by former U.S. Women's National Team defender & former San Jose Earthquakes soccer analyst Danielle Slaton, now an analyst for MLS Season Pass. As Portland preps to face the Earthquakes this weekend, Slaton, who was on the call this past weekend for Portland's 1-0 win over FC Dallas, talks about what impressed her about the Timbers, what has been working this year for San Jose, the upcoming debut for NWSL expansion side Bay FC, and what she expects...

New Timbers technical director Jack Dodd discusses his role and plan for Portland | June 7, 2023

June 08, 2023 16:04 - 58 minutes - 53.3 MB

Host Judah Newby is joined by Timbers soccer broadcaster Keith Bleyer as they begin the show discussing the draw with the Seattle Sounders. They then hear from new Portland technical director Jack Dodd to learn about his role with the Timbers, the way he identifies players and how the league has changed in his time in soccer. They also chat about the Lionel Messi news and Jake Zivin stops by to talk about news across the league and preview the Timbers' upcoming match with FC Dallas.

Timbers head coach Giovanni Savarese discusses upcoming match with Seattle | May 31, 2023

June 01, 2023 18:36 - 52 minutes - 48.4 MB

Judah Newby hosts alongside Timbers soccer voice and analyst Keith Bleyer as they chat with Portland head coach Giovanni Savarese about how the team is bouncing back from their loss to KC, the big upcoming Cascadia rivalry match against the Seattle Sounders, the progression of Sebastián Blanco and more. Newby also chats with Jake Zivin about the upcoming weekend match. 

Breaking down the match at Sporting Kansas City with Nate Bukaty | May 25, 2023

May 25, 2023 14:00 - 53 minutes - 48.8 MB

Hosts Jake Zivin and Judah Newby are back with a new episode of Talk Timbers.  Nate Bukaty, a longtime SKC broadcaster who has the call this Sunday on FOX, joins the hosts for a wide-ranging conversation on the broadcast experience through the first year of MLS Season Pass on Apple TV as well as FOX, and how Portland and SKC shape up ahead of Sunday's match.

Ross Smith returns to talk about the rematch with the Whitecaps | May 10, 2023

May 11, 2023 13:00 - 50 minutes - 46.7 MB

In this episode of Talk Timbers, hosts Jake Zivin and Judah Newby discuss the Portland Timbers' 2-2 home draw against Austin FC, highlighting the team's positive moments and performances of Evander and Claudio Bravo. They also touch upon the Timbers' upcoming match against the Vancouver Whitecaps and the importance of getting a result. Later in the episode, former Timber and club broadcaster Ross Smith (who will be on the call for the Vancouver match on MLS Season Pass) joins the show to t...

Jack Jewsbury on the 2013 match against Atticus and The Green Machine | May 3, 2023

May 04, 2023 13:00 - 46 minutes - 42.4 MB

Hosts Judah Newby and Jake Zivin reflect on the Timbers' crucial away win against St. Louis City SC last weekend and discuss maintaining momentum in their upcoming home game against the Verde.  They welcome former Timber Jack Jewsbury, also known as Captain Jack, to discuss the memorable day when 8-year-old Atticus Lane DuPre was granted a wish by Make-A-Wish Oregon to play against the Timbers with his team, The Green Machine. On Saturday, May 6, 2023, during the home match against Austi...

Can the Timbers find redemption in St. Louis? | April 27, 2023

April 27, 2023 00:33 - 45 minutes - 41.9 MB

As the Portland Timbers gear up for Matchday 10, they find themselves traveling to the heart of Missouri to face St. Louis City SC this Saturday night. This marks their second meeting in the 2023 season, with the Timbers seeking redemption after a home loss to St. Louis back on March 11. Hosts Judah Newby and Jake Zivin recap last weekend's away defeat against FC Cincinnati, and switch gears to the new challenge ahead. They invite guest Tom Timmerman, a writer the St Louis Post-Dispatch,...

Giovanni Savarese on the 4-1 destruction of the Seattle Sounders | April 19, 2023

April 20, 2023 13:38 - 43 minutes - 40 MB

Host Judah Newby and Jake Zivin invite Portland Timbers head coach Giovanni Savarese to the show to discuss the incredible home win over the Seattle Sounders last weekend. Savarese talks about Asprilla's form and incredible bicycle kick goal, the moments and players that changed the match, and preparing for the road trip to face FC Cincinatti this Saturday, April 22. 

Behind enemy lines with Jackson Felts of 'Sounders Weekly' | April 12, 2023

April 13, 2023 13:59 - 48 minutes - 44.9 MB

Hosts Judah Newby and Jake Zivin have all eyes on Seattle as the Timbers prepare for Saturday's home clash against the Sounders.  They go behind enemy lines, inviting Jackson Felts (host of Sounders Weekly) to join the show. Felts highlights the mutual hatred and respect between the two clubs and cities, what he feels as the easing of the rivalry in recent years, and the good relationship between the head coaches Brian Schmetzer and Giovanni Savarese. Felts also discusses the Sounders' cur...

Franck Boli on his first goal and his hunger for more | April 6, 2023

April 06, 2023 13:00 - 48 minutes - 44.3 MB

Hosts Judah Newby and Jake Zivin discuss the Portland Timbers's draw against Dallas, calling out Franck Boli's late goal in stoppage time and Santiago Moreno's standout performance. They then look ahead to this Saturday's match against Whitecaps FC in Vancouver, BC, the first of 6 Cascadia Cup matches this year.  Newly-signed forward Franck Boli joins the show to talk about his first goal, how his new teammates have helped him settle in, and his experiences playing soccer in other countries.

Behind enemy lines with Garrett Melcer of FC Dallas | March 29, 2023

March 30, 2023 17:24 - 38 minutes - 35 MB

It's all eyes on Dallas in this episode of Talk Timbers! Hosts Judah Newby and Jake Zivin discuss the Timbers' upcoming road trip to Texas this Saturday afternoon (kickoff: April 1, 2023 at 5:30pm PT). They reminisce on some of the past challenges of playing at Toyota Stadium and discuss the growth of former Timber Marco Farfan, who has become one of Dallas's most consistent players. The hosts then invite FC Dallas writer Garrett Melcer on the show to give us insight into the team the Ti...

T2 head coach Shannon Murray on the future of PTFC | March 23, 2022

March 23, 2023 23:31 - 42 minutes - 98.3 MB

In this episode of Talk Timbers, hosts Jake Zivin and Judah Newby sit down to discuss the Timbers' difficult start to the season and the need for more goals from their strikers, but praising forward Tega Ikoba's first MLS goal at Atlanta, where his family was in attendance. Looking ahead to the home game this Saturday, March 25, they also discuss the Galaxy's slow start to the season and their missing key players. Shannon Murray, the head coach of T2, then joins the show to talk about the ...

Giovanni Savarese on Boli, Evander, and the Saturday match at Atlanta United | Talk Timbers | March 16, 2023

March 16, 2023 05:21 - 44 minutes - 40.4 MB

Hosts Judah Newby and Jake Zivin break down last weekend's tough home loss to St. Louis City SC, and how the team will respond.   Then they welcome Timbers head coach Giovanni Savarese to the show, as he preps the team for the Saturday, March 18 clash at Atlanta United. It will be the team's first trip back to Georgia since the 2018 MLS Cup.  Savarese talks about moving on from injuries, Evander's continued growth and integration in Portland, the signing of Ivorian forward Franck Boli, ...

Analyst Heath Pearce on Saturday's home clash with St. Louis City SC | March 8, 2023

March 09, 2023 16:28 - 43 minutes - 39.9 MB

Hosts Judah Newby and Jake Zivin welcome Heath Pearce, a former University of Portland standout and current broadcast analyst who will be on the call this Saturday, March 11 for the Timbers' home clash against St. Louis City SC. Pearce shares his experience as a broadcaster for MLS Season Pass on Apple TV and talks about his journey from playing to broadcasting, which brought the discovery that he can still enjoy the same satisfaction and closeless to the sport that he had on the field. ...

Justin Rassmussen on preparing for LAFC | March 2, 2023

March 02, 2023 15:00 - 46 minutes - 42.6 MB

Defender Justin Rasmussen talks clean sheet, the season-opening win against Sporting Kansas City, and preparing for a showdown with defending–MLS Cup champs LAFC on Saturday, March 4.   Hosts Judah Newby and Jake Zivin break down everything PTFC every week on Talk Timbers. 

The Timbers' 2023 MLS season is about to begin | Talk Timbers | February 22, 2023

February 23, 2023 16:00 - 47 minutes - 43.2 MB

As the countdown to soccer in Portland begins, hosts Judah Newby and Jake Zivin preview the upcoming season opener with Sporting Kansas City on Saturday, February 25, discuss the Bill Tuiloma trade, and break down the new MLS Playoff format.   Come for the analysis, stay for the discussion of why Zivin is a "pink tie guy."

Live from California with Giovanni Savarese and Diego Chara | February 15, 2023 | Talk Timbers

February 16, 2023 13:25 - 46 minutes - 43 MB

Hosts Judah Newby and Jake Zivin present the first live Talk Timbers show since pre-pandemic times, with Jake joining the show from preseason in Indio, California where the Timbers are two games into the Coachella Valley Invitational. They break down the performances against LA Galaxy and Toronto FC, Evander's two goals in as many games, and Saturday's upcoming "dress rehearsal" against New York City FC for the season opener on February 25. Then, head coach Giovanni Savarese joins live t...

CEO Heather Davis on the future of PTFC | Talk Timbers | February 8, 2023

February 09, 2023 00:23 - 45 minutes - 42 MB

Host Judah Newby and Jake Zivin discuss the Timbers' preseason trip to California, where they play three games in the Coachella Valley Invitational, team bonding, and last week's fan forum.  Then, newly-appointed CEO Heather Davis joins the J's to chat about her background, what her new responsibilities mean to her, and the electric atmosphere at Providence Park. 

Ross Smith on MLS Season Pass | Talk Timbers | February 1, 2023

February 02, 2023 17:42 - 45 minutes - 104 MB

Hosts Judah Newby and Jake Zivin discuss the US-Colombia friendly, which featured a trio of Timbers on the field. They dive into Eryk Williamson's "special qualities," Juan David Mosquera's coming breakout, and more. Former co-host and new MLS Season Pass broadcast analyst Ross Smith joins the show to talk about his future, the league's unprecendented partnership with Apple, and the major storylines for the Timbers heading into the 2023 regular season.

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