Portland Timbers Podcasts
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Ross Smith and Joe Sleven talk motivation and tactics ahead of the #PORvRSL playoff | The Buildup, Part II
December 02, 2021 22:06 - 20 minutes - 28 MBMatchday minus two, The Buildup Part II brings host Ross Smith with fellow soccer analyst Joe Sleven to discuss the teams' motivation and tactics for the Portland Timbers ahead of their Audi 2021 MLS Cup Playoffs Western Conference Final against Real Salt Lake.
Ross Smith and Joe Sleven talk motivation and tactics ahead of the #PORvRSL playoff | The Buildup
December 02, 2021 22:06 - 20 minutes - 28 MBMatchday minus two, The Buildup Part II brings host Ross Smith with fellow soccer analyst Joe Sleven to discuss the teams' motivation and tactics for the Portland Timbers ahead of their Audi 2021 MLS Cup Playoffs Western Conference Final against Real Salt Lake.
Josecarlos Van Rankin | Talk Timbers | Dec. 1, 2021
December 02, 2021 19:08 - 46 minutes - 42.6 MBJudah Newby, Jake Zivin and Ross Smith discuss about the upcoming Audi 2021 MLS Cup Playoffs Western Conference Final between the Portland Timbers and Real Salt Lake at Providence Park. They break down how the the team is playing and feeling, key injuries and absences for the match and also take a look at the results and the upcoming Eastern Conference Final between New York City FC and the Philadelphia Union. We also hear from Timbers defender Josecarlos Van Rankin to get his thoughts on th...
Jake Zivin and Ross Smith get you set for #PORvRSL playoff battle | The Buildup
December 01, 2021 22:05 - 13 minutes - 18.2 MBSoccer analyst Ross Smith joins play-by-play man Jake Zivin with the first of three episodes of The Buildup this week. Is Saturday's Audi 2021 MLS Cup Playoffs Western Conference Final between the Portland Timbers and Real Salt Lake the biggest game in Providence Park history? Ross and Jake talk about THAT Tuesday's result in the Eastern Conference between NYCFC and New England, as well as the potential lineup changes we'll see for the Timbers against RSL.
Jake Zivin and Ross Smith get you set for #PORvRSL playoff battle | The Buildup, Part I
December 01, 2021 22:05 - 13 minutes - 18.2 MBSoccer analyst Ross Smith joins play-by-play man Jake Zivin with the first of three episodes of The Buildup this week. Is Saturday's Audi 2021 MLS Cup Playoffs Western Conference Final between the Portland Timbers and Real Salt Lake the biggest game in Providence Park history? Ross and Jake talk about THAT Tuesday's result in the Eastern Conference between NYCFC and New England, as well as the potential lineup changes we'll see for the Timbers against RSL.
Larrys Mabiala | Talk Timbers | Nov. 23, 2021
November 23, 2021 23:30 - 47 minutes - 43 MBHosts Judah Newby, Jake Zivin and Ross Smith – checking in from Spain – recap Portland's Audi 2021 MLS Cup Playoffs victory over Minnesota, preview the special Thanksgiving Day playoff clash with Colorado and chat with Timbers defender Larrys Mabiala.
Diego Chara | Talk Timbers | Nov. 17, 2021
November 18, 2021 23:43 - 45 minutes - 103 MBHosts Judah Newby, Jake Zivin and Ross Smith preview the Audi 2021 MLS Cup Playoff match between Portland and Minnesota, how the two-week break from the finish of the regular season affects the teams and an interview with Diego Chara about the big match.
Catching Up, featuring Ross Smith | A chat with Sebastián Blanco
November 17, 2021 01:09 - 20 minutes - 19.1 MBTimbers soccer analyst Ross Smith chats with midfielder Sebastián Blanco about Seba's family and being the youngest of three brothers and the Argentine's soccer experiences abroad in Ukraine and England. Blanco also tells a story about playing with the legendary Diego Maradona and how the two linked up for a goal.
Josecarlos Van Rankin | Talk Timbers | Nov. 10, 2021
November 11, 2021 20:11 - 46 minutes - 107 MBHosts Judah Newby, Jake Zivin and Ross Smith with an Audi 2021 MLS Cup Playoffs edition of Talk Timbers to discuss Portland's three-game win streak to finish the season and how they can build off that play as they head into the playoffs against Minnesota United FC. Timbers defender Josecarlos Van Rankin guests to talk about the season as a whole and how he and the club are feeling ahead of the postseason.
Catching Up, featuring Ross Smith | A chat with Liam Ridgewell
November 09, 2021 22:45 - 46 minutes - 42.2 MBOn the latest edition of the Catching Up With podcast, Ross Smith sits down with former captain and now broadcaster, Liam Ridgewell. The two reminisce on Ridgy's time in the Rose City and his introduction to Portland. Ridgy also shares stories as a young footballer in England and that one tackle on Ronaldo that led to a confrontation with Roy Keane. Learn about Ridgy's desire to learn more about the game and how his new path in broadcasting his helping him achieve those goals.
1-on-1 | Karina LeBlanc’s journey from Dominica to the helm of Thorns FC
November 01, 2021 05:17 - 35 minutes - 32.5 MBNew Thorns general manager Karina LeBlanc sits down with ThornsFC.com's Richard Farley for an in-depth conversation covering LeBlanc's journey to Portland, her reasons why she wanted to become the general manager, her emotions at being back in the Rose City and her aspirations with the new role.
Giovanni Savarese | Talk Timbers | Oct. 13, 2021
October 15, 2021 17:45 - 43 minutes - 40.2 MBWith Jake Zivin and Judah Newby away, Ross Smith, Adam Sussman and Joe Sleven take over hosting duties to talk with Timbers head coach Giovanni Savarese, discuss the team's eight-game unbeaten run and take a look ahead at Portland's upcoming match with the LA Galaxy.
Diego Chara | Talk Timbers | Sept. 22, 2021
September 25, 2021 06:05 - 43 minutes - 39.8 MBHosts Jake Zivin and Joe Sleven welcome Ross Smith back as the trio chat talk with Timbers midfielder Diego Chara, take a look ahead to Portland's upcoming match with Real Salt Lake and discuss the impact of the new developments for the Leagues Cup.
The Thorns Show, Episode 7: Sophie Clough
September 22, 2021 18:49 - 20 minutes - 18.9 MBThe seventh episode of The Thorns Show gives us another look at the inner-workings of Thorns FC staff, with assistant coach Sophie Clough talking about her journey through the game, her time in Portland, and her role in helping Portland to the top of the NWSL standings. Clough also talks about the team's big win at North Carolina, the coming trip to Chicago, and her knowledge about the life and times of one Pierre Soubrier, the team's head athletic trainer. To see a video of this interview...
Catching Up, featuring Ross Smith | Josecarlos Van Rankin
September 14, 2021 17:34 - 12 minutes - 11.6 MBIn this episode of Catching Up With, Ross Smith sits down with defender Josecarlos Van Rankin. They talk about Josecarlos' childhood, growing up in Pumas' academy, making his pro debut at Azteca, exploring the outdoors around Oregon and the role Peaky Blinders played in his efforts to learn English.
The Thorns Show, with Ann Schatz: Episode 4, featuring Bella Bixby
September 10, 2021 16:14 - 20 minutes - 19.3 MBAnn Schatz chats with Thorns FC goalkeeper Bella Bixby about the game cancellation against the Spirit, staying focused on what's at hand, the impact of goalkeeping coach Nadine Angerer has had on her and more. To see a video of this interview, visit www.YouTube.com/PortlandThornsFC.
The Thorns Show, with Ann Schatz: Episode 5, featuring Bella Bixby
September 10, 2021 16:14 - 20 minutes - 19.3 MBAnn Schatz chats with Thorns FC goalkeeper Bella Bixby about the game cancellation against the Spirit, staying focused on what's at hand, the impact of goalkeeping coach Nadine Angerer has had on her and more. To see a video of this interview, visit www.YouTube.com/PortlandThornsFC.
George Fochive | Talk Timbers | Sept. 8, 2021
September 10, 2021 05:06 - 44 minutes - 40.7 MBHosts Jake Zivin and Joe Sleven welcome Portland Timbers midfielder George Fochive to the show about his second tour with the team, his play and how the season has been going for him. Plus, Jake and Joe talk about the U.S. Men's National Team World Cup qualifying process.
Catching Up, featuring Ross Smith | Beyond the Beard with Nat Borchers, Part Two
September 07, 2021 17:11 - 35 minutes - 32.2 MBIn Part Two of Catching Up, featuring Ross Smith's podcast with former Timbers defender Nat Borchers, the two talk about Nat's competitive spirit that let him to explore and participate in his first triathlon, banter with Futty Danso about a shutout bonus he chased while with Real Salt Lake, and Borcher's return to the broadcast booth while Ross is on paternity leave.
Steve Clark | Talk Timbers | Sept. 1, 2021
September 02, 2021 16:57 - 45 minutes - 104 MBHosts Jake Zivin and Joe Sleven discuss the Timbers' win over Seattle, goalkeeper Steve Clark joins to chat about the season and and his hotline phone celebration and hear a look ahead to Portland's upcoming match against the Houston Dynamo.
The Thorns Show, with Ann Schatz: Episode 4, featuring Sophia Smith
August 30, 2021 20:52 - 19 minutes - 18.4 MBAnn Schatz converses with Thorns FC forward Sophia Smith with a look back to the Women's International Champions Cup title, playing with teammate Morgan Weaver, how well she knows teammate Crystal Dunn, Smith's energy on the field and more. To see a video of this interview, visit www.YouTube.com/PortlandThornsFC.
The Thorns Show, with Ann Schatz: Episode 5, featuring Sophia Smith
August 30, 2021 20:52 - 19 minutes - 18.4 MBAnn Schatz converses with Thorns FC forward Sophia Smith with a look back to the Women's International Champions Cup title, playing with teammate Morgan Weaver, how well she knows teammate Crystal Dunn, Smith's energy on the field and more. To see a video of this interview, visit www.YouTube.com/PortlandThornsFC.
Merritt Paulson discusses state of Portland Timbers, Thorns FC | Talk Timbers | Aug. 25, 2021
August 25, 2021 17:06 - 46 minutes - 42.7 MBTalk Timbers hosts Judah Newby and Jake Zivin talk with Portland Timbers and Thorns FC CEO and owner Merritt Paulson. Paulson discusses the state of the Timbers, Thorns and more. We hear about the recent issues with the Timbers and what's being done to fix them, the successes of the Thorns as well as more on the Jeremy Ebobisse trade, the decision to require vaccinations and masks at Providence Park, the search for the new Thorns coach, the development of the teams' academies and a push for ...
Catching Up, featuring Ross Smith | Beyond the Beard with Nat Borchers, Part One
August 24, 2021 23:52 - 30 minutes - 28 MBRoss Smith talks with former Timbers centerback Nat Borchers about his career, his first visit to Portland, transitioning to the Timbers, the 2015 MLS Cup championship season, and moments from his career. This is Part One of a two-part edition with numerous great stories to hear.
Catching Up, featuring Ross Smith | Rodney Wallace retires
August 13, 2021 16:38 - 30 minutes - 27.7 MBOn the eve of his retirement from pro soccer, former Portland Timbers midfielder Rodney Wallace sits down with Ross Smith to talk about Wallace's important MLS Cup goal, his relationship with his teammates, that inaugural 2011 MLS Timbers season and more from across his career.
Gavin Wilkinson | Talk Timbers | Aug. 11, 2021
August 12, 2021 22:16 - 47 minutes - 43.2 MBJudah Newby, Jake Zivin and Ross Smith talk about the win over RSL, getting ready for Seattle and hear from Portland Timbers and Thorns FC general manager and president of soccer Gavin Wilkinson.
Lori Lindsey with Ann Schatz on what to watch for in the Women's International Champions Cup
August 10, 2021 16:38 - 14 minutes - 13.5 MBFormer U.S. international and current broadcast soccer analyst Lori Lindsey sits down with Ann Schatz to talk about the upcoming Women's International Champions Cup coming to Providence Park Aug. 18-21. Learn more about the visiting teams FC Barcelona Feminí and Olympique Lyonnais – and some familiar faces on their teams – in what will be an exciting tournament. Get your tickets here: https://seatgeek.com/women-s-international-champions-cup-tickets?oq=women+s+international+champions+cup+tick...
Catching Up, featuring Ross Smith | Marvin Loría
August 09, 2021 17:25 - 20 minutes - 18.7 MBTimbers soccer analyst Ross Smith sits down with Portland Timbers midfielder Marvin Loría about his debut with Costa Rican giants Saprissa to playing in Portland. Marvin talks about his skill in learning English which he started in school in Costa Rica to who is the Timbers' biggest prankster is.
Tokyo Olympics | Thorns Morning Download: Sinclair and Canada win gold medal
August 06, 2021 17:37 - 3 minutes - 3.13 MBHost Richard Farley talks about Christine Sinclair and Canada winning the Tokyo Summer Olympics gold medal in women's soccer as they defeated Sweden on penalties. Farley breaks down the game but also talks about the impact for one of the greatest soccer players of all time: Sinclair.
PTFC Podcasts | Richard Farley and Ross Smith breakdown the Jeremy Ebobisse trade
August 05, 2021 15:18 - 21 minutes - 29 MBRichard Farley and Ross Smith discuss the impact of the Jeremy Ebobisse trade and what the striker's four and half years in Portland has meant to the club.
Tokyo Olympics | Thorns Morning Download: USWNT beats Australia to win bronze medal
August 05, 2021 14:58 - 2 minutes - 2.19 MBRichard Farley gets you caught up on the Thorns in Tokyo. Adrianna Franch, Crystal Dunn, Lindsey Horan, and Becky Sauerbrunn all started for the U.S. Women's National Team as they defeated Australia 4-3 to win the bronze medal. Christine Sinclair and Canada play Sweden in the gold medal match on Thursday evening.
The Thorns Show, with Ann Schatz: Episode 4, featuring Rich Gunney
August 04, 2021 21:00 - 20 minutes - 18.4 MBAnn Schatz sits down with Thorns FC assistant coach Rich Gunney to get his reaction to the team's win over KC but also hear about how he met Mark Parsons, how Gunney got into coaching and what his thoughts are on the team's performance throughout July. To see a video of this interview, visit www.YouTube.com/PortlandThornsFC.
The Thorns Show, with Ann Schatz: Episode 3, featuring Rich Gunney
August 04, 2021 21:00 - 20 minutes - 18.4 MBAnn Schatz sits down with Thorns FC assistant coach Rich Gunney to get his reaction to the team's win over KC but also hear about how he met Mark Parsons, how Gunney got into coaching and what his thoughts are on the team's performance throughout July. To see a video of this interview, visit www.YouTube.com/PortlandThornsFC.
Tokyo Olympics | Thorns Morning Download: Canada into gold medal game, USWNT into bronze
August 02, 2021 15:08 - 3 minutes - 4.13 MBRichard Farley discusses Canada's big 1-0 win over the U.S. in the semifinals of the Tokyo Summer Olympics women's soccer tournament. With the result, Canada advances to the gold medal game while the U.S. moves on to the bronze medal match.
Tokyo Olympics | Thorns Morning Download: Canada and USWNT both advance to semis via PKs
July 30, 2021 15:56 - 12 seconds - 278 KBRichard Farley discusses the dramatic penalty kick quarterfinal wins for both Canada and the U.S. Women's National Team at the Tokyo Olympics. Both teams are now set to face each other in the semifinals on Aug. 2.
Talk Timbers | Memo Valencia | July 28, 2021
July 29, 2021 21:10 - 43 minutes - 98.9 MBHosts Judah Newby, Jake Zivin and Ross Smith talk with Timbers goalkeeping coach Memo Valencia along with a look around the league, international results and a preview into Friday's Timbers-Galaxy showdown in LA.
EMERGENCY PODCAST | Richard Farley and Ross Smith on new Timbers signing Santiago Moreno
July 28, 2021 16:37 - 32 minutes - 44.1 MBTimbers.com's Richard Farley and soccer analyst Ross Smith discuss the new Portland Timbers midfielder Santiago Moreno and the impact he can have for the team.
Tokyo Olympics | Thorns Morning Download | USWNT and Canada both advance
July 27, 2021 16:12 - 2 minutes - 3.51 MBRichard Farley discusses the 0-0 draw for the USWNT against Australia that saw Americans advance to the Olympic quarterfinals. Canada finishes second in their group after drawing 1-1 with Great Britain to also advance.
Tokyo Olympics | Thorns Morning Download | Canada wins again, USWNT bounce back
July 24, 2021 16:41 - 2 minutes - 2.26 MBHost Richard Farley gives an update on Christine Sinclair and Canada's win over Chile while the U.S. women bounce back with a resounding 6-1 over New Zealand.
The Thorns Show, with Ann Schatz: Episode 2, featuring Olivia Moultre
July 22, 2021 20:12 - 21 minutes - 29.5 MBOn this episode The Thorns Show, host Ann Schatz connects with Olivia Moultrie, who became the youngest player in National Women's Soccer League history when she debuted for the Thorns on July 3 at Racing Louisville. The Thorns Show will bring you regular episodes throughout the 2021 NWSL season, connecting you with the most prominent people within PTFC.
The Thorns Show, with Ann Schatz: Episode 3, featuring Olivia Moultre
July 22, 2021 20:12 - 21 minutes - 29.5 MBOn this episode The Thorns Show, host Ann Schatz connects with Olivia Moultrie, who became the youngest player in National Women's Soccer League history when she debuted for the Thorns on July 3 at Racing Louisville. The Thorns Show will bring you regular episodes throughout the 2021 NWSL season, connecting you with the most prominent people within PTFC.
Tokyo Olympics | Thorns Morning Download: USWNT's shock loss + Canada draws
July 21, 2021 18:15 - 1 minute - 1.71 MBHost Richard Farley discusses the U.S. Women's National Team's shock 3-0 loss in their opening match against Sweden and Christine Sinclair's goal in Canada's 1-1 draw with Japan.
Eryk Williamson | Talk Timbers | July 14, 2021
July 15, 2021 17:57 - 48 minutes - 112 MBHosts Judah Newby, Jake Zivin and Ross Smith talk with Timbers midfielder Eryk Williamson about his U.S. Men's National Team call up and debut in the Concacaf Gold Cup. They also chat about the team's upcoming match with FC Dallas.
The Thorns Show, with Ann Schatz: Episode 2, featuring Meghan Klingenberg
July 09, 2021 19:50 - 21 minutes - 17.3 MBThe second edition of The Thorns Show features a true club legend. Now in her sixth season in Portland, Meghan Klingenberg remains one of the best left backs in the NWSL. During her catchup with Ann Schatz, "Kling" covers the team's state after a win at Racing Louisville, her view of how the team can keep moving forward as well as what she knows about a Thorns teammate: midfielder Angela Salem. The latest edition of The Thorns Show is available now in full on Thorns FC's YouTube channel.
Talk Timbers | Head coach Giovanni Savarese talks rebound from Austin, full capacity's return
July 08, 2021 20:45 - 47 minutes - 110 MBOn this week's Talk Timbers, Judah Newby, Ross Smith and Jake Zivin are joined by Portland head coach Giovanni Savarese, who updates the show on the team's adjustments after their loss in Austin, the impending return of players from Copa América, and the process of building toward July 17 at home against FC Dallas.
Catching Up, featuring Ross Smith: The Hunter Sulte episode
July 06, 2021 22:41 - 19 minutes - 17.7 MBHunter Sulte was a professional soccer player before he graduated high school - an example of the type of trivia you start collecting when you leave home at 13 to pursue your soccer dreams. This offseason, the Timbers Academy product signed his first Major League Soccer contract, and he has since made his full debut. On this episode of Catching Up, Sulte sits down with Ross Smith to talk about his transitions: Alaska to Oregon; Academy to Timbers 2; Timbers 2 to MLS.
Diego Chara| Talk Timbers | June 16, 2021
June 18, 2021 23:06 - 45 minutes - 105 MBOn this episode of Talk Timbers, co-hosts Judah Newby, Jake Zivin and Ross Smith talk with midfielder Diego Chara and his hopeful return to the pitch as the team prepares for Sporting KC. They also take a look around MLS and the numerous international competitions happening this summer.
Catching Up, with Ross Smith | Bill Tuiloma
June 15, 2021 18:29 - 24 minutes - 22.7 MBHost Ross Smith talks with Portland Timbers defender Bill Tuiloma. The two talk about Bill's childhood, his motivations for becoming a footballer, his soccer connections with Joey Barton, his debut at Marseille FC, meeting Andy Polo for the first time - as competitors - and fashion.
Catching Up, with Ross Smith | George Fochive | June 10, 2021
June 10, 2021 17:51 - 30 minutes - 28.3 MBTimbers soccer analyst Ross Smith talks with returning midfielder George Fochive. The two catch up after Fochive spent five years overseas. They talk about MLS Cup, Fochive's victory song, how he grew as a player adjusting to playing styles in Denmark and Israel, his incredible life experiences and what he has missed about the Rose City.
Thorns Show with Ann Schatz | June 10, 2021
June 10, 2021 17:38 - 13 minutes - 18 MBHost Ann Schatz talks with Thorns FC head coach Mark Parsons about the start of the team's 2021 season, Five Questions about goalkeeping coach Nadine Angerer, Parson's path to women's soccer and the two most important women in his life--his wife and daughter--the international break, Olivia Moultre and more. You can watch this interview on the Thorns YouTube page too: https://youtu.be/z3ZeNit4QOQ