Sound of the Loons
435 episodes - English - Latest episode: 7 days ago - ★★★★★ - 132 ratingsMinnesota United's official podcasts feature club insight, analysis, and storytelling with hosts Kyndra de St. Aubin and Jonathan Harrison. Tune in to Sound of the Loons for player interviews and fresh perspectives, or check out the Loons Matchday Preview to catch up on how the Black and Blue are faring throughout the season.
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Episodes
Loons Matchday Preview: Welcome to Charlotte
April 18, 2024 21:40 - 40 minutesWe've got a great preview for you this week, you Loons. Jonathan and Manny break down last match against the Dynamo in depth, exploring what was truly a tale of two halves. Then, they discuss how the Black and Blue can bounce back in their first match in Charlotte. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Loons Matchday Preview: Houston Homestand
April 11, 2024 21:25 - 45 minutesJonathan and Manny take a look around the league before breaking down the dramatic 1-1 draw against RSL and looking forward to this weekend's match against Houston. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Episode 260 - Checking in With Loïc and Boxy
April 10, 2024 14:22 - 47 minutesKyndra is joined by two players on this week’s edition of Sound of the Loons. Michael Boxall breaks down the team’s hot start to 2024 before Loïc Mesanvi brings it home by sharing his own story. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Loons Matchday Preview: Beware of Chicho
April 04, 2024 20:17 - 27 minutesManny Lagos and Dan Terhaar join writer Kyle Hayward on this week's edition of the Loons Matchday Preview to break down the loss to Philly and look ahead to the home match against RSL. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Loons Matchday Preview: Philly Special
March 29, 2024 15:00 - 42 minutesJonathan and Manny break down the international window before turning their attention to MNUFC's return to action in Philadelphia on this week's Matchday Preview show. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Episode 259 - Experience on the Touchline
March 28, 2024 20:53 - 1 hourMeet MNUFC's new assistant manager Dennis Lawrence and hear from U17 Head Coach Justin Ferguson about what the start to the 2024 season has been like for he and the Academy players that have earned opportunities at the next level. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Loons Matchday Preview: Time For a Break
March 21, 2024 19:27 - 55 minutes2006 World Cup veteran Jimmy Conrad joins Jonathan and Manny this week to look ahead at an exciting international break and talk about the Loons' hot start to the 2024 season. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Episode 258 - Ramsay Takes the Reins
March 15, 2024 19:14 - 39 minutesKyndra sits down with MNUFC’s new head coach on this week’s episode of Sound of the Loons to talk about his transition to America, his first impressions of the club, and his thoughts on leading a team for the first time. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Loons Matchday Preview: Ramsay at the Helm
March 14, 2024 16:07 - 46 minutesJonathan Harrison and Manny Lagos are back in this week's edition of the Loons Matchday Preview to break down MNUFC's exciting road victory against Orlando City, as well as preview Eric Ramsay's first game in charge against LAFC this weekend. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Loons Matchday Preview: Down to Disney World
March 07, 2024 21:45 - 26 minutesPioneer Press reporter Andy Greder joins club copywriter Kyle Hayward and Manny Lagos to look back at the excitement of the home opener, before turning their attention to the upcoming match against Orlando City. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Loons Matchday Preview: The Home Opener
February 29, 2024 19:43 - 42 minutesJonathan and Manny talk through the big result against Austin, as well as their thoughts on new manager, Eric Ramsay. Then, the focus shifts to this weekend’s home opener against the defending champs. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Episode 257 - Superman Returns and Tom Talks Ramsay
February 28, 2024 23:04 - 46 minutesLoons legend Christian Ramírez joins the pod to discuss his first trip to Allianz Field, his time since leaving MNUFC, and his favorite memories from his time in Minnesota. Then, Tom Bogert hops on to talk about the club's new manager Eric Ramsay, as well as the opening week of MLS. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Loons Matchday Preview: Kicking Off 2024
February 22, 2024 20:48 - 44 minutesJonathan Harrison and Manny Lagos kick off MNUFC's new preview show ahead of the Loons' season opener against Austin this weekend, breaking down both teams and setting the stage for 2024. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Episode 256 - Wrapping Up the Preseason with DJ Taylor
February 20, 2024 22:27 - 27 minutesDJ Taylor joins Kyndra this week to wrap up the preseason, discuss team dynamics and look ahead to an exciting 2024. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Episode 255 - Old Friends and New Initiatives
February 16, 2024 16:14 - 36 minutesMinnesota soccer legends Tony Sanneh and Manny Lagos join Kyndra on this week's episode of SOTL to talk about their early playing days, as well as what they've been up to since they hung up their cleats. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Episode 254 - Meet Khaled El-Ahmad
February 08, 2024 18:09 - 43 minutesKyndra and Khaled discuss the new Sporting Director’s background on this week’s episode of Sound of the Loons, including personal and professional experiences that have prepared him for his new role. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Episode 253 - Robin's Return and Hugo's First Impressions
January 30, 2024 17:12 - 38 minutesLoons stalwart Robin Lod gives Kyndra the rundown on his return from injury in this week's episode, right before MLS SuperDraftee Hugo Bacharach shares his journey from Benicàssim, Spain to the Midwest. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Episode 252 - Cameron and Caden Reporting for Duty
January 19, 2024 19:21 - 37 minutesThe Loons are back in Blaine, and preparations are well underway for 2024. Interim Head Coach Cameron Knowles and Minnesota-native Caden Clark step aside in this episode to discuss the season ahead, as well as the new roles they find themselves in. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Episode 251 - Oh Captain! My Captain!
January 11, 2024 21:22 - 32 minutesKyndra is back, kicking off 2024 with MNUFC's recently re-signed captain, Wil Trapp. Tune in to get Wil's take on the offseason and the season ahead, as well as some insight into his relationship with the game itself. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Episode 250 - Roster Building Extravaganza
December 13, 2023 16:27 - 43 minutesAssistant Technical Director Hank Stebbins joins Kyndra to talk through MNUFC's recent roster moves, as well as some acquisition opportunities on the horizon. Listen in to learn a bit about the MLS SuperDraft, Homegrown players, and scouting in modern soccer. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Episode 249 - MLS Cup and Soccer in Our State
December 08, 2023 23:21 - 42 minutesKyndra sits down with Manny Lagos this week to preview MLS Cup and discuss a few notable happenings in Minnesota soccer. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Episode 248 - Around the League with BWP
November 30, 2023 20:51 - 40 minutesSound of the Loons is back this week with special guest Bradley Wright-Phillips to take a look at the MLS Playoffs and the future of MNUFC. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Episode 247 - Entering a New Era
November 14, 2023 19:58 - 37 minutesKyndra is joined by The Athletic's Paul Tenorio on this week's episode to break down the hiring of MNUFC's new Chief Soccer Officer and Sporting Director, Khaled El-Ahmad. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Episode 246 - Playoff Predictions with Kevin and Manny
November 09, 2023 19:11 - 50 minutesThis week on Sound of the Loons, Kyndra gets the inside scoop on Manny Lagos' new role with the club before Kevin Egan joins to talk all things MLS Playoffs. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Episode 245 - State of the Club with Shari Ballard
November 02, 2023 14:07 - 52 minutesMNUFC CEO Shari Ballard joins Kyndra on this week's episode of Sound of the Loons to talk about what changes are on the horizon within club leadership, as well as take a look at the state of the league itself. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Episode 244 - International Loons Talk Decision Day
October 18, 2023 14:58 - 56 minutesDayne St. Clair and Zarek Valentin join Kyndra to discuss their time on international duty and look ahead to MNUFC's massive Decision Day matchup against SKC. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Episode 243 - Getting Candid with the Coaches
October 12, 2023 14:20 - 52 minutesThis week on Sound of the Loons, Kyndra welcomes MNUFC's Interim Head Coach Sean McAuley to discuss his background and the closing stages of the MLS season. Then, MNUFC2 Head Coach Cameron Knowles stops by to break down the MLS NEXT Pro season that recently ended for his squad. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Episode 242 - Gregus' Return and Ferguson's Philosophy
September 28, 2023 19:29 - 43 minutesOn this edition of Sound of the Loons, Kyndra is joined by MNUFC midfielder Jan Gregus to discuss his journey back to the Twin Cities. Then, U17 Academy Coach Justin Ferguson stops by to talk about his role as a youth soccer coach and the beginning of the 2023-24 MLS NEXT season. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Episode 241 - Talking to Tani and Calling Up Cobi
September 19, 2023 17:02 - 58 minutesThis week on Sound of the Loons, Kyndra checks in with MNUFC loanee Tani Oluwaseyi as his season with San Antonio FC begins to wind down. Then, MLS and USMNT legend Cobi Jones stops by to talk about the state of the league. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Episode 240 - O-man, It's Tim Ream
September 12, 2023 17:08 - 41 minutesThis week on Sound of the Loons, Kyndra is joined by Fulham and USMNT defender Tim Ream ahead of their friendly against Oman. Learn more about the center back's soccer journey, from youth sports to the World Cup. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Episode 239 - A Special Homecoming
September 07, 2023 14:46 - 28 minutesManny Lagos is back to talk all things MNUFC, from the state of the 2023 season to the recent signing of midfielder Caden Clark. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Episode 238 - Academy Amos and Award-winning Andy
August 30, 2023 20:47 - 48 minutesThis week on SOTL, Kyndra is joined by MNUFC's Vice President of Youth Development and Minnesota Thunder legend Amos Magee. Then, Andy Greder of the Pioneer Press stops by to run through the 2023 season thus far. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Episode 237 - Thinking Outside the Box
August 24, 2023 16:57 - 48 minutesThe MNUFC goalkeeping crew gets together to talk a little soccer and a lot of nonsense on this week’s special, goalie only edition of Sound of the Loons. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Episode 236 - ReCupping the Summer of Soccer
August 18, 2023 18:35 - 58 minutesKyndra returns to share her experiences from the World Cup that was with the familiar face of Callum Williams. Then, the band gets back together when MNUFC Head Coach Adrian Heath joins to recap Leagues Cup and look ahead to resuming MLS play. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Episode 235 - The Window That Was
August 11, 2023 14:43 - 39 minutesMNUFC's Assistant Technical Director Hank Stebbins stops by to discuss the recently closed transfer window with guest host Jonathan Harrison. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Episode 234 - Captains and Commentators
August 03, 2023 17:30 - 48 minutesGuest host Jonathan Harrison takes the reins this week ahead of Wil Trapp's homecoming match against Columbus. Then, MLS commentator Stefano Fusaro stops by to take a look around the North American game. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Episode 233 - Leagues Cup, World Cup, Loons Up
July 27, 2023 17:04 - 51 minutesSteve McPherson is back for a cameo appearance this week, sitting down with Morning Footy host Susannah Collins and new Loon Ismael Tajouri-Shradi to talk about all things Leagues Cup, MNUFC, and the Women's World Cup. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Episode 232: A New Face and Some New Foes
July 20, 2023 17:29 - 1 hourGuest host Callum Williams sits down with MNUFC's Head of Sport Science, Sean Buckley, to discuss team fitness and the impending Leagues Cup. Then, listen in to this week's exclusive STM event with the club's newest DP, Teemu Pukki. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Episode 231 - Between the Posts and Behind the Scenes
July 14, 2023 15:07 - 46 minutesGoalkeeper Coach Stewart Kerr joins Kyndra to breakdown MNUFC's keeper corps, from Canada's number one to Homegrown talent. Then, club copywriter Kyle Hayward gets on the other side of the microphone to share his role with the team and look ahead to the LAFC match. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Episode 230 - The Summer of Soccer
July 06, 2023 18:27 - 52 minutesManny Lagos and The Athletic's Tom Bogert join Kyndra to talk Pukki, Messi, international soccer and more in this week's packed episode. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
SOTL: Episode 229 - Getting to Know FC Kaiserslautern
June 28, 2023 16:08 - 57 minutesFormer USMNT and current FC Kaiserslautern forward Terrence Boyd joins Kyndra ahead of MNUFC's international friendly, and Bundesliga journalist Manuel Veth drops by to share some background on our German guests. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Episode 228 - Guess Who's Back(aye)?
June 21, 2023 20:21 - 50 minutesDefender Bakaye Dibassy is back to discuss his road to recovery and reflect on his time away from the field, while Assistant Athletic Trainer Kayce Godwin shares some unique insight into the life of a trainer and what it takes to best serve a team. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Episode 227 - Homegrown and One of Our Own
June 15, 2023 17:55 - 48 minutesMNUFC's very own Devin Padelford swings by to talk about the journey to his MLS debut, and Director of Youth Development Noel Quinn provides a unique look at what's going on in the Loons' Academy. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Episode 226 - Kyndra and the Canadians, Eh
June 08, 2023 15:03 - 51 minutesKyndra is joined by fellow AppleTV+ commentator Frederic Lord to get the scoop on CF Montréal, as well as Canadian international Dayne St. Clair ahead of his summer of Concacaf competition. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Episode 225 - Mannysota United
June 02, 2023 14:58 - 28 minutesDirector of Soccer Operations Manny Lagos drops by to break down the first team with Kyndra, followed by some rapid-fire MLS hot-takes. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Episode 224 - Lots of Leadership in Loontown
May 23, 2023 18:53 - 57 minutesMinnesota United CEO Shari Ballard drops by to talk all things MNUFC with Kyndra, including the on-field product and atmosphere around the club itself. Then, MNUFC2 standout Diogo Pacheco shares his inspirational soccer journey ahead of a busy week. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Episode 223 - Mental Health Awareness with Zarek and Dr. Miller
May 17, 2023 14:19 - 37 minutesKyndra is joined by Loons defender Zarek Valentin and clinical psychologist Dr. Meghan Miller for a Mental Health Awareness special. Tune in to hear about how they manage their mental health in the modern world, their daily lives and while participating in the machine that is professional sports. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Episode 222 - Story Time with DJ and Angie
May 11, 2023 18:37 - 48 minutesKyndra welcomes DJ Taylor to talk about his soccer journey, life off the field, and the importance of MNUFC's locker room vibes. After that, Senior Director of Team Operations Angie Blaker sheds light on her role with the club and shares stories from her tenure. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Episode 221 - Have It Your Way: Transfers with Tom and Breakdown with BK
May 03, 2023 14:56 - 1 hourNewly minted journalist for The Athletic, Tom Bogert, drops by to sort through the transfer window with Kyndra. Then, MNUFC's longest-tenured player takes a quick training break to check in with the Loon faithful. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Episode 220 - The Quarter Season Checkup with Manny and Cameron
April 27, 2023 15:38 - 41 minutesMNUFC Chief Soccer Officer Manny Lagos joins Kyndra to break down the 2023 MLS season thus far, with a quick look at Open Cup action. After that, MNUFC2 Head Coach Cameron Knowles stops by to give an update on his team's progress in MLS NEXT Pro. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices