Talkin' Touches
138 episodes - English - Latest episode: over 3 years ago - ★★★★★ - 261 ratingsThoughtful discussion surrounding Sporting Kansas City, Major League Soccer and the U.S. national team each and every week.
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Winning, it's, like, way better than losing (SKC, Ep. 220)
August 18, 2019 04:53 - 34 minutes - 23.4 MBSporting KC keep their season alive with a 2-1 win over the San Jose Earthquakes. Andy Edwards and Charles Gooch break down the come from behind win (2:58). SJ started strong, but ran out of gas (6:16). SKC came out of halftime looking like a different team (11:55). Sporting were able to get the win despite San Jose's unique man-marking system (19:33). Listen to postgame shows live by subscribing to Patreon. www.patreon.com/talkintouches
Not everything has two sides (MLS, Ep. 219)
August 15, 2019 03:35 - 39 minutes - 26.9 MBThe MLS segment is back, and again Andy Edwards and Charles Gooch are talking LAFC to open the show. Producer Sean throws some love to Philadelphia Union's Jim Curtain for Coach of the Year (9:00). San Jose Earthquakes are fun to watch as well (12:58). Minnesota United are a sneaky good team (14:37). The show finishes with a discussion the stance by MLS against "political messages" from supporters (17:39). Support Talkin' Touches by subscribing to the Patreon. www.patreon.com/talkintouc...
RIP 2019 Supporters' Shield (SKC, Ep. 219)
August 15, 2019 03:08 - 30 minutes - 41.5 MBSporting KC fall 1-0 to Orlando City FC ending their Supporters' Shield hopes. Andy Edwards and Charles Gooch talk about the demise of the season (3:30). Peter Vermes put out a strange lineup, and it didn't work (9:00). SKC were clearly out of ideas and crossed the ball 28 times (18:30). It also didn't work. Patrons who hate themselves can listen to postgame shows live. www.patreon.com/talkintouches
And we back we back and we back (SKC, Ep. 218)
August 11, 2019 05:09 - 41 minutes - 28.6 MBAfter a two week hiatus Andy Edwards and Charles Gooch are back. Sporting fall 2-1 to Real Salt Lake. Again it was a struggle for Andreu Fontas (7:00). Erik Hurtado couldn't follow up his good performance versus Seattle last week (15:00) What to do with Daniel Salloi (28:22)? Listen to postgame shows live on Discord by subscribing to the Patreon. www.patreon.com/talkintouches
A bowl full of turds (SKC, Ep. 217)
July 27, 2019 02:42 - 39 minutes - 27 MBSporting KC falls 3-1 to NYC FC (2:49). Andy Edwards and Charles Gooch met up with some fans at Strange Days Brewery to watch the game. The defense was not good, despite the small field (4:27). There was a take quake (8:43).Benny Feilhaber had his worst game in a Sporting shirt (22:30). Listen to post game shows live on Discord by subscribing to Patreon. www.patreon.com/talkintouches
Season on the brink (SKC, Ep. 216)
July 21, 2019 03:35 - 33 minutes - 23.3 MBProducer Sean fills in for Charles Gooch and breaks down Sporting KC's 2-0 loss to FC Dallas with Andy Edwards. The game started well with Giddeon Zelalem looking good in the number 6 spot. Busio had a game to forget. He was involved on the calamity of a first goal. Not that is mattered, but Allan Kelly didn't cover himself with glory. Patrons can listen to postgame shows live. www.patreon.com/talkintouches
Back from the dead part two electric boogaloo (MLS, Ep. 215)
July 18, 2019 03:29 - 27 minutes - 18.6 MBSan Jose Earthquakes are all of the sudden one of the hottest teams in MLS (1:15). Don't look now, but Bruce Arena has fixed the New England Revolution (10:18). It wouldn't be an MLS segment without a THE MLS segment. The refs in the NYCFC and New York Red Bulls obliged (19:34). Support Talkin' Touches on Patreon. www.patreon.com/talkintouches
Back from the dead (SKC, Ep. 215)
July 18, 2019 02:52 - 55 minutes - 38.2 MBAndy Edwards and Charles Gooch break down Sporting Kansas City's 3-0 win over Vancouver Whitecaps (2:13). Felipe Gutierrez had his second good game in a row (8:00). Gedion Zelalem also turned in his second straight good performance (20:18). Ilie will miss SKC's next match vs FC Dallas, who fills in for him (27:19). Gerso is good (30:20). SKC are closing in on a summer transfer...at left back (41:31). Support Talkin' Touches on Patreon. www.patreon.com/talkintouches
Such a Pity (MLS, Ep. 214)
July 12, 2019 03:25 - 47 minutes - 64.8 MBAndy Edwards and Charles Gooch announce their MLS Live Memorial Power Rankings for June (:30). You should be watching LAFC, Portland Timbers, Minnesota United, and D.C. United. Obviously Carlos Vela is running away with the Landon Donovan MVP award, but Nani, Atuesta, and Pozuelo are our runners-up for June. Thank you Atlanta United for providing the off-field drama as manager Frank de Boer is feuding with star acquisition Pity Martinez. Finally we wrap up the 2019 World Cup. Support Talk...
Inside Croizet (SKC, Ep. 214)
July 12, 2019 02:20 - 43 minutes - 30 MBAndy Edwards and Charles Gooch begin the show discussing Andy's article for The Athletic on Yohan Croizet (2:44). The they dive into a video from Bill Reno at everybodysoccer.com on what's been wrong with Tim Melia this year (20:08). Finally, Roger Espinoza has fully returned to training (34:35). This is our Thunder Road. Support Talking' Touches on Patreon. www.patreon.com/talkintouches
All Points Are Good Points (SKC, Ep. 213)
July 07, 2019 14:30 - 42 minutes - 29 MBSporting KC beat Chicago Fire 1-0. Andy Edwards and Charles Gooch lament SKC's poor finishing (6:35). The lone goal came from Yohan Croizet (8:08). Daniel Salloi's poor form continues (14:40). Gedion Zelalem made his second start, and showed well (21:27). Botand Barrath also returned to the lineup (27:35). Talkin' Touches patrons can listen to postgame shows live. Visit www.patreon.com/talkintouches to subscribe.
1, 2, 3, Cancun (SKC, Ep. 212)
July 04, 2019 15:25 - 44 minutes - 30.4 MBUnlike Sporting KC Andy Edwards and Charles Gooch play through the final whistle. They breakdown what happened in the 5-1 thrashing from LAFC. Things weren't looking bad for SKC after one half (8:12) Daniel Salloi's struggles continue (19:47). What does Busio have to do to get minutes? Have to talk about the backline after giving up five goals. Patrons don't wait until the next day and can listen to Talkin' Touches live. www.patreon.com/talkintouches
A win is a win
June 28, 2019 03:13 - 42 minutes - 29.1 MBAndy and Charles break down Sporting KC's THRILLING 1-0 win over Columbus (3:06). It wasn't the best performance from SKC (15:52). Then we look ahead to the matchup with RSL (25:35). Who will create the the chances (33:28)? Support Talkin' Touches by subscribing to the Patreon. www.patreon.com/talkintouches
USA vs. France preview, World Cup 2019
June 27, 2019 18:01 - 52 minutes - 30.1 MBBONUS CONTENT! Ashley Scoby (ProSoccerUSA.com) joins Andy all the way from Paris to talk about the U.S. women's national team's journey (so far) at the 2019 Women's World Cup, VAR controversy, the ways in which we frame discussions about women's sports, and (oh, yeah) preview THE BIG ONE: USA vs. France in Friday's quarterfinal. Support Talkin' Touches by subscribing to the Patreon. www.patreon.com/talkintouches
Bills, Bills, Bills (SKC, 210)
June 20, 2019 03:51 - 1 hour - 98 MBContract figures were released by the MLS Players Union last week, and Andy and Gooch break down what it means for Sporting KC. The bright side are the deals for Medranda, Busio, Lindsey and Barath (16:02). How long will the core stay together (49:08)? Are the Fontas and Croizet contracts bad or not (1:00:08)? Don't miss a Charles Gooch rant for the ages sandwiched in the middle (35:33). Support Talkin' Touches by subscribing to the Patreon. www.patreon.com/talkintouches
Better Late Than Never? (SKC, 209)
June 18, 2019 21:59 - 35 minutes - 24.4 MBProducer Sean pulled his best SKC backline and forgot to do his job. Listen to the breakdown of Sporting's loss to Minnesota in the US Open Cup. Maybe it's not as bad a week later. Support Talkin' Touches by subscribing to the Patreon. www.patreon.com/talkintouches
Carlos Vela MVP Award (MLS, 208)
June 06, 2019 03:26 - 41 minutes - 28.2 MBIt's first of the month and we take stock of the MLS Live Power Rankings. Carlos Vela and Bob Bradley are running away with the MVP and COY respectively, so we give our picks for the second place in each award. Portland reopened their stadium and it looks really good. Support Talkin' Touches by subscribing to the Patreon. www.patreon.com/talkintouches
Croizet conundrum (SKC, 208)
June 06, 2019 03:18 - 40 minutes - 27.6 MBSporting KC got one shot on goal in Houston, but what a shot it was. Andy and Charles break down the lineup changes from SKC's 1-1 draw over the weekend. Croizet showed the good side of the Yohan Croizet experience. Then they look ahead to the match in Toronto. Both teams will be shorthanded. Finally, Mateus Manuel is out, and we speculate why. Support Talkin' Touches by subscribing to the Patreon. www.patreon.com/talkintouches
World Cup Preview
June 03, 2019 11:00 - 47 minutes - 64.8 MBAshley Scoby from ProSoccerUSA.com joins Andy to preview the upcoming World Cup. They preview the USWNT. Try and get to the bottom of Jill Ellis' strategy. Can Alex Morgan lead a team to a World Cup trophy? Should Christen Press start? Should Carli Lloyd? Finally, Ashley previews the other top teams in the tournament. Support Talkin' Touches by subscribing to the Patreon. www.patreon.com/talkintouches
Sometimes you eat the lion. Sometimes the lion eats you. (SKC, 207)
May 30, 2019 14:01 - 38 minutes - 26.5 MBTate Steinlage was inserted into our starting lineup, and unlike Sporting KC we didn't fade in the second half. The show starts off with a discussion of Zlatan, and quickly moves to how a fatigued SKC couldn't keep building on three solid halves of soccer. Andreu Fontas returned to the lineup in unspectacular fashion. Filipe Gutierrez missed chance after chance, and the Croizet Experience was in full effect. Patrons are able to listen to postgame shows live. Subscribe at www.patreon.com/t...
Hat Trick Hero (SKC, 206)
May 27, 2019 13:46 - 41 minutes - 28.8 MBThe winless streak is over. Johnathon F. Russell put the team on his back and put three past the Sounders in SKC's 3-2 win. Gooch is out, so Andy and Producer Sean break down the match. Croizet starts and... is good. Jimmy Medranda returns. Everything came up Milhouse. You could have listened to this episode live if you would subscribe to the Patreon. www.patreon.com/talkintouches
Run DMB (MLS, 205)
May 22, 2019 03:17 - 32 minutes - 22.1 MBIt's a feel good episode in the MLS segment this week. First, we look back at the career of DaMarcus Beasley who announced his retirement at the end of the season (:38). Chris Wondolowski finally set the MLS scoring record after his four goal performance (11:12). Last and certainly least Colorado picked up their first win of the season against the LA Galaxy (21:29). Support Talkin' Touches by subscribing to the Patreon. www.patreon.com/talkintouches
Play your kids? (SKC, 205)
May 22, 2019 03:12 - 38 minutes - 26.6 MBWith Krisztián Németh suspended for the upcoming match versus Seattle, who will start at forward (4:21)? Andy and Charles give their guesses at possibilities. Slowly but surely players are working back from injuries. Will SKC have a full bench (29:21)? Support the show by subscribing to Patreon. www.patreon.com/talkintouches
Time to Mess with the Yohan (SKC, 204)
May 19, 2019 18:41 - 44 minutes - 30.6 MBSporting KC draws 1-1 with Vancouver, and Andy and Charles breakdown all the storylines from an eventful game. Besler is back from injury and that helps (8:00). Benny had a second good performance since rejoining the team (15:42). Kelyn Rowe had his best game of the year (20:00). The show finishes with a discussion of Yohan Croizet and the red card to Nemeth. Listen to post game episodes live by subscribing to the Patreon. www.patreon.com/talkintouches
The Bruce is Loose (MLS, 203)
May 17, 2019 03:24 - 23 minutes - 15.9 MBWelcome back to MLS Bruce Arena. New England Revolution signed Arena to be their new head coach and sporting director. Elsewhere in MLS, Atlanta have won five straight on five clean sheets. Frank de Boer is actually good? Support Talkin' Touches by subscribing to the Patreon. www.patreon.com/talkintouches
Ilie Appreciation Society (SKC, 203)
May 17, 2019 03:20 - 38 minutes - 52.6 MBIt's an all midfield episode of Talkin' Touches. Andy and Charles breakdown Ilie's return to the starting lineup against DC United (2:53). Benny slipped back into the team like he never left (18:12). In a Talkin' Touches first, the game versus Vancouver is a must win (32:00). Support Talkin' Touches by subscribing to the Patreon. www.patreon.com/talkintouches
Welcome back. Welcome back. Welcome back. (SKC, 202)
May 09, 2019 02:34 - 38 minutes - 52.2 MBSporting KC made a move to re-acquire old friend Benny Feilhaber. Andy sat down with Benny after his press conference. Then, he and Gooch break down what the trade means for the team moving forward. Listen to Andy's conversation with SKC assistant coach Kerry Zavagnin by signing up for the Patreon. www.patreon.com/talkintouches
Sporting KC, Ep. 201
May 06, 2019 04:47 - 29 minutes - 20.3 MBSKC were soundly beaten by Atlanta United, 3-0. Peter Vermes did make some tactical changes in this match, Andy and Charles kick off the show discussing them (2:47) Sporting seemed slow all night, were they tired or are they just slow (10:20)? Patreon subscribers can listen to the postgame shows live on Discord. www.patreon.com/talkintouches
MLS, Ep. 200
May 02, 2019 03:50 - 42 minutes - 29.5 MBAs we turn the page on April we give the MLS Live Power Rankings. Who is leading the MVP race? Is it even close? The city of Los Angeles has a monopoly on Coach of the Year Candidates. Colorado is the first team to fire their coach. You will never believe who they hired. Support the show by subscribing to the Patreon. www.patreon.com/talkintouches
Sporting KC, Ep. 200
May 02, 2019 03:42 - 42 minutes - 29.5 MBSporting have been bad for nearly a month. Charles has some reasons why (6:00). What is the best way to maximize Filipe Gutierrez (26:42). Finally, we look ahead to the match up with Atlanta United. Support the show by subscribing to the Patreon. www.patreon.com/talkintouches
MLS, Ep. 199
April 25, 2019 03:51 - 34 minutes - 23.6 MBLAFC are running away with the Supporters' Shield (1:00). Pozuelo is making Toronto forget about Giovinco (11:25). Defenders in MLS are bad, and Andy and Charles get to the bottom of why (21:00). Support Talkin' Touches by subscribing to the Patreon. www.patreon.com/talkintouches
Sporting KC, Ep. 199
April 25, 2019 03:46 - 51 minutes - 35.4 MBAndy and Charles reluctantly break down Sporting KC's thrashing at the hands of San Jose (4:20). A rash of injuries have left SKC scrambling. Who will be the replacements (26:10)? MLS handed out its suspension to Kaku. We had some thoughts (45:00). Support Talkin' Touches by subscribing to the Patreon. www.patreon.com/talkintouches
Sporting KC, Ep. 198
April 17, 2019 02:50 - 1 hour - 45.3 MBUnlike Sporting we didn't run out of gas on this marathon show. Andy and Charles start off discussing SKC's draw with New York Red Bull (3:34). What more is there to say about Gianluca Busio (22:53)? You will have to listen to find out. Kaku is a dirtbag (41:44). Finally, we look ahead to the the match versus San Jose (56:00). Support the podcast by subscribing to the Patreon. www.patreon.com/talkintouches
Sporting KC, Ep. 197
April 10, 2019 02:06 - 1 hour - 42.4 MBWe played down a man on this episode. Andy and Sean discuss all the lineup changes in the match against FC Cincinnati. Zelalem made his MLS debut. Busio balled out. Barath and Fontas make a good pairing. Zendejas looks to be the clear number two behind Melia. We end the show previewing the CCL match vs Monterey, and talk about what this Champions League run means. Subscribe to the Patreon to support the podcast. www.patreon.com/talkintouches
Sporting KC, Ep. 196
April 05, 2019 05:15 - 41 minutes - 28.3 MBSporting lose 5-0 to Monterey in the first leg of their CONCACAF semifinal, and the less said about it the better. Ashley Scoby fills in for Charles. She and Andy talk through the loss. Andy does have one bit of personal news that should brighten everyone's spirits. Listen to the postgame shows live by subscribing to Patreon. www.patreon.com/talkintouches
David Ficklin, Executive Director of KC's 2026 World Cup Bid
April 04, 2019 17:41 - 44 minutes - 30.3 MBOn today's episode (recorded March 8), Andy sits down with David Ficklin, Executive Director of the Kansas City 2026 FIFA World Cup Bid, to talk about the ongoing efforts to bring the World Cup to KC, the obstacles facing KC's bid, the perception of KC outside of MLS circles, and whether or not Kansas Citians should want FIFA setting up shop in the wake of their numerous scandals. To support Talkin' Touches on Patreon (and get all interviews the day they're released): https://patreon.com/t...
Sporting KC, Ep. 195
March 30, 2019 23:08 - 42 minutes - 29.5 MBSporting KC throttle Montreal 7-1 (2:03). Gerso was the best player on the field for large portions of the match (3:43). BuT WhO wIlL ScOrE GoALz? (12:03). Fontas returned to the starting lineup (18:43). Another chapter of the Roger Espinoza Appreciation Society (27:45). To finish things off Andy and Charles look ahead to the CONCACAF Champions League Semifinal against Monterrey. Subscribe to the Patreon and listen to the postgame show live. www.patreon.com/talkintouches
MLS, Ep.194
March 27, 2019 04:08 - 52 minutes - 36 MBWho would the TT Crew vote MVP and Coach of the Year for the first month? How fun is LAFC's Lattif Blessing? What do managers think of international call-ups? The show finishes with MLS Live Memorial Power Rankings. Support the show by subscribing to the Patreon. www.patreon.com/talkintouches
Sporting KC, Ep. 194
March 27, 2019 03:05 - 39 minutes - 27.2 MBNo Sporting KC match means mailbag time. We asked for questions and you came through. Should Barath start? Back three? What is Zelalem's future? And a bonus question that got some very weird answers. Support the show by subscribing to the Patreon. www.patreon.com/talkintouches
Sporting KC, Ep. 193
March 22, 2019 03:35 - 52 minutes - 35.8 MBThe full squad is back and talking about SKC advancing to the semifinal of CONCACAF Champions League (3:18), the draw away to Colorado (16:30). Tim Melia did a bad, and Charles and Andy discuss keeping the ball (18:23). After six matches what is the grade on how Vermes rotated the team (26:40). There have been a rash of injuries since the last match (32:39). Barath has solidified himself as the third center back (42:13). Support the show by subscribing to the Patreon. www.patreon.com/tal...
FREE-VIEW: David Ficklin, Executive Director Kansas City World Cup 2026
March 12, 2019 11:00 - 9 minutes - 6.72 MBAfter a decade with Sporting KC, David Ficklin is leading the charge to bring the World Cup to Kansas City in 2026. To hear the interview in its entirety (and support Talkin' Touches): https://www.patreon.com/talkintouches
Sporting KC, Ep. 192
March 10, 2019 23:20 - 41 minutes - 28.3 MBSporting KC save the season and beat Philadelphia 2-0 in their MLS home opener. Tim Melia played great and saved a penalty (9:18). Botand Barath has cemented himself as a quality center back (14:16). Busio made a surprise start for the suspended Roger and reviews were mixed (20:11). Gerso struggled to really make an impact again (25:19). Ilie was subbed for the first time in his SKC career (30:15). Johnny Russell continues to frustrate defenses and drew another red card (35:18). Listen to ...
Media Day 2019
March 09, 2019 04:22 - 41 minutes - 28.2 MBProducer Sean talks with Gerso, Ilie, Nemeth, and Besler at Sporting's media day Friday, March 8. Listen to what the guys had to say about Toluca, Independiente, scoring goals, SKC's "system" and the start of the season. Also hear a press conference with Peter Vermes. Patreon subscribers can hear more in-depth conversations. Subscribe at www.patreon.com/talkintouches
MLS, Ep. 191
March 07, 2019 04:48 - 33 minutes - 45.6 MBWeek 1 of MLS is in the books and the takes are flying. There was an orange ball sighting in Colorado. Michael Bradley Revenge Tour 2019 began with two goals. Jordan Morris is back on the scoresheet for Seattle. A pair of youngsters showed out in the LA Galaxy vs. Chicago Fire match. Andy and Charles may have overlooked the most crucial signing for Minnesota United. D.C. United played Atlanta in a match featuring the best team in the league. Support Talkin' Touches by subscribing to the P...
Sporting KC, Ep. 191
March 07, 2019 04:04 - 36 minutes - 50.1 MBSporting KC drop the first leg of their CONCACAF Champions League quarterfinal against Independiente of Panama 2-1. What does a 2-1 result mean in a two-leg tie? Peter Vermes made eight changes to the starting XI. Were they the correct changes? Andy and Charles might put some people at ease with their breakdown of the match. Listen to postgame shows live on Discord by subscribing to the Patreon. www.patreon.com/talkintouches
Sporting KC, Ep. 190
March 04, 2019 05:24 - 42 minutes - 59 MBSporting KC drop their 2019 MLS opener, 2-1 to LAFC. Peter Vermes put out the same team that played in Toluca three days prior, and Andy and Charles have some thoughts about that decision (2:37). Adding injury to insult, Andreu Fontas left the match with an apparent hamstring injury (22:21). The bright spot was Krisztian Nemeth scoring his third goal in three games (30:01). You could have listened to this episode live if you were a Patreon subscriber. Support the show at www.patreon.com/ta...
MLS, Ep. 189
March 02, 2019 05:20 - 54 minutes - 75.2 MBThe 2019 MLS kicks off this weekend. LA Galaxy finally have a compliant roster...maybe. Nick Rimando announces that 2019 will be his final year in MLS. After the news, Andy and Charles breakdown some of the new faces in new places. Then 2019 predictions. Support Talkin' Touches by subscribing to the Patreon at www.patreon.com/talkintouches
Sporting KC, Ep. 189
March 02, 2019 05:05 - 52 minutes - 71.9 MBThe 2019 MLS regular season is upon us, but first Andy and Charles recap Sporting's romp of Toluca in CONCACAF Champions League (3:45). Then they look ahead to the MLS opener versus LAFC (25:24). Then we try to get ahead of the narrative and make some 2019 predictions (32:47). Support Talkin' Touches by subscribing to the Patreon at www.patreon.com/talkintouches
Sporting KC kit designer Chad Reynolds
February 27, 2019 17:33 - 46 minutes - 26.8 MBOn today's episode, Andy, Charles and @producersean sit down with Sporting KC creative director (A.K.A. kit designer) Chad Reynolds to talk about SKC's brand new primary kit for the 2019 season, and so much more about the entire process of designing and creating a team's kits year after year, how long it takes from concept to launch date, likes and dislikes of kits gone by, and how the team's visual identity is built around what the players wear on the field. We REALLY nerded out on this o...
Sporting KC, Ep. 188
February 22, 2019 05:06 - 38 minutes - 53.1 MBAndy and Charles break down Sporting's 3-0 beat down of Toluca FC in the first leg of their CONCACAF Champions League tie. Turns out Toluca weren't as good as we expected. Several SKC players looked in midseason form. Nemeth got off to a good start. Gerso played well in a surprise start. If you want to listen to postgame shows live, subscribe to Patreon. www.patreon.com/talkintouches