We Call It Soccer! - A podcast by Two United Fans
278 episodes - English - Latest episode: over 2 years ago - ★★★★★ - 50 ratingsA decidedly American take on the sport we love. We Call It Soccer (WCIS) comes to you each Wedneday with segments on MLS, the US lower leagues, MNUFC, US national teams, EPL, and noteworthy soccer news from the rest of the world. In less than a hour you'll have a snapshot of all the important soccer happenings worldwide with a focus on the US and MNUFC. Follow us on Twitter for our latest updates! (Formerly known as TUFcast - We rejuvenated our branding for greater vertical integration synergies with the upward mobility of Minnesota's premier professional soccer team.)
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Episodes
WCIS 287 - Toad Suck FC
October 16, 2021 04:01 - 38 minutes - 46.1 MBWe discuss our loss to Colorado, USMNT and EPL Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
WCIS 286 - The Bad News is There is No Good News
October 08, 2021 04:00 - 53 minutes - 72.8 MBSasha and Kaleb recap two lackluster performances from Minnesota United, talk through the mess that is the NWSL, and how royally screwed Barcelona is financially. Pod Socials Twitter and IG: @TwoUnitedFans Sasha IG: @alexander_soresloth Kaleb Twitter: @RealKalebFC IG: @kaleb.with.a.kay Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
WCIS 285 - If you're KGB please don't listen to this.
September 29, 2021 07:45 - 46 minutes - 56.9 MBKaleb and Sasha talk about the last Dylan Wolpers derby of the regular season. Another coach missing at FC Cincinnati. Minneapolis City SC getting promoted to USL II. What that could mean for the academy scene. Plus MLS EPL and UEFA Champions league. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
WCIS 284 - Return of The Rey (C&J Street Mix)
September 24, 2021 04:00 - 48 minutes - 67.2 MBKaleb and Sasha go through the last two Minnesota United matches, talk about the new format of the Leagues Cup, and make more doomed predictions. Sasha's IG: @alexander_soresloth Kaleb's Twitter: @RealKalebFC Kaleb's IG: @kaleb.with.a.kay Pod Twitter: @TwoUnitedFans Pod IG: @TwoUnitedFans Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
WCIS 283 - Unfrozen Caveman Coach
September 15, 2021 05:18 - 42 minutes - 52.6 MBKaleb and Sasha go over MNUFC's loss away to Seattle, hilarious RSL own goal, winning week in EPL. Also how hot the Young Boys are (don't call the cops) in the opening day of UEFA Champions League Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
WCIS 282 - Hot Mulligan
September 04, 2021 15:11 - 55 minutes - 76.1 MBKaleb and Sasha revel in the goals of Adrien Hunou, and study the impact that Fanendo Adi had in his debut for Minnesota. They also firmly put the panic button away for the USMNT, for now, and come up with more severe punishments for Hungary. Socials Pod Twitter: @twounitedfans Pod IG: @twounitedfans Sasha IG: @alexander_soresloth Kaleb Twitter: @realkalebfc Kaleb IG: @kalebolson716 Patreon: patreon.com/twounitedfans $3/month gets you access to our Slack channel. Hosted on Acast. Se...
WCIS 281 - Join the despair
August 27, 2021 13:43 - 48 minutes - 59.8 MBTread lightly bold listener this episode isn't for the faint of heart. Kaleb and Sasha go over the dismal draws against San Jose and SKC. We talk EPL, USMNT call up for WC qualifiers, Ronaldo transfer rumors and Benjamin Mendy. Finish up with UEFA Champions League Draw. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
WCIS 280 - Sasha, Russian God of the Sea
August 17, 2021 23:02 - 44 minutes - 60.4 MBIn this episode Kaleb and Sasha lament the chances that the Loons squandered against the Galaxy, give a little preview on the San Jose match, and review Matchday one of the Premier League season. They also check in on Basingstoke Town, and the Greek Superleague. This episode goes off the rails pretty hard right at the end, you've been warned. Socials Pod Twitter: @TwoUnitedFans Instagram: @TwoUnitedFans Kaleb Twitter: @RealKalebFC Instagram: @kalebolson716 Sasha Instagram: alexander...
WCIS 279- A Messi situation with Abila
August 12, 2021 06:28 - 56 minutes - 70.8 MBWe talk about Dylan Wolpers birthday and Minnesota beating Houston. Conference standings half way through the year and EPL predictions Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
WCIS 278 - Flopsy Mopsy
August 08, 2021 19:53 - 1 hour - 75.4 MBWe cover poor VAR call against Vancouver, MLS transfers, Olympic finals. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
WCIS 277 - Late Night Loons
July 30, 2021 19:00 - 40 minutes - 55.1 MBKaleb and Sasha review the last two Minnesota matches and wonder if the Loons are good again. We also visit the ridiculousness of the Fast and Furious franchise and Sasha takes everyone through what's been going on in the Olympic soccer matches. Pod Socials Twitter: @TwoUnitedFans Instagram: @TwoUnitedFans Kaleb Twitter: @RealKalebFC Instagram: @kalebolson716 Sasha Instagram: @alexander_soresloth Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
WCIS 276 - Into The Void
July 23, 2021 19:09 - 29 minutes - 39.9 MBKaleb is all alone this week shouting into the void about the Loons win over Seattle, coaches being fired across MLS, and turmoil in Miami. Twitter and Instagram @TwoUnitedFans Kaleb Twitter: @RealKalebFC Kaleb IG: @kalebolson716 Sasha IG: alexander_soresloth Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
WCIS 275 - Euro 2021 He's a leftback, he's a guitarist, he's Marshmello.
July 15, 2021 05:06 - 33 minutes - 30.1 MBHosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
WCIS 274 - Mancini's Speedo
July 10, 2021 15:59 - 46 minutes - 63.7 MBKaleb and Sasha discuss the last two Minnesota United games and what went wrong for the Loons. Sasha then recaps the important MLS action from the past week and then the guys preview the Euro 2021 final. Pod IG: @TwoUnitedFans Twitter: @TwoUnitedFans ' Sasha IG: alexander_soresloth Kaleb: IG: @kalebolson716 Twitter: @RealKalebFC Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
WCIS 273 - Hunou that French players could make us swoon?
July 01, 2021 05:19 - 46 minutes - 56.9 MBSasha is back with Kaleb and they cover the excitement and controversy of MNUFC in PDX. The crazy train continues in the round of 16 of Euro 2021 and we're here for the ride. Goodbye DeBoer. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
WCIS 272 - Are...Are We Good?
June 25, 2021 20:08 - 49 minutes - 67.5 MBKaleb and guest host Shane don't know what to do with their hands as they discuss a Minnesota United team that attacked fluidly and effectively in its past two games. They also discuss the Euro Group Stages, preview the knockout round, give their top five hottest loons because our patrons asked us to, and discuss why a Stoke born Blackburn Rovers player is currently turning heads at the Copa America. Shane Twitter: @ShaneHodgson4 Kaleb Twitter: @RealKalebFC Kaleb IG: @kalebolson716 Sasha...
WCIS 271 - We Call it a Euro 2021 Preview
June 09, 2021 01:08 - 51 minutes - 71.1 MBKaleb and Sasha review the latest MNUFC game, preview the Euros, and chat about F1 and Bo Burnham. Also, Kaleb quizzes Sasha about teams that have relocated and Sasha gives Kaleb advice on fatherhood. Socials Pod Twitter @TwoUnitedFans Pod IG @TwoUnitedFans Kaleb Twitter @RealKalebFC Kaleb IG @kalebolson716 Sasha IG @alexander_soresloth Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
WCIS 270 - The 6 Points That Helped Our Mental Health
May 19, 2021 16:24 - 1 hour - 75.2 MBLoons get 2 wins in one week. Mental Health Awareness week in MLS. We do are State of the West power rankings. Plus NWSL and European leagues Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
WCIS 269 - Kitchen Fires, Crossroad Demons and Heroin
May 11, 2021 14:48 - 54 minutes - 64.4 MBWe keep it fun despite MN loss to Colorado. Crew attempt a rebrand. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
WCIS 268 - Where There's a Wil There's a Weah
May 08, 2021 19:01 - 48 minutes - 67.2 MBKaleb and Sasha reluctantly talk about Minnesota's 1-0 loss to Austin. They also give some streaming recommendations, wrap up the title in Italy and preview the finals of the European tournaments and NWSL. Twitter @TwoUnitedFans @RealKalebFC Instagram @TwoUnitedFans @kalebolson716 @alexandersoresloth. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
WCIS 267 - Time to Hit The #Panic Button?
April 29, 2021 10:00 - 55 minutes - 76.4 MBKaleb ad Sasha talk about the Loons' disappointing performance in the home opener and what they would change going into the next match against Austin. They also cover some tight title races across Europe and round up the rest of the weekend's MLS action Socials Main Account Twitter: @twounitedfans Instagram: @twounitedfans Sasha Instagram:@Alexander_soresloth Kaleb Twitter: @RealKalebFC Instagram: @kalebolson716 Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
WCIS Episode 266 -The Super League is so radioactive it's half life is 48 hours
April 21, 2021 15:15 - 57 minutes - 67.8 MBEuropean Super League, brought to you by Enron and lead zeppelins See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.
WCIS Episode 266 -The Super League is so radioactive its half life is 48 hours
April 21, 2021 15:15 - 57 minutes - 67.8 MBEuropean Super League, brought to you by Enron and lead zeppelins Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
WCIS 265 - That's West, Patrick
April 15, 2021 09:00 - 1 hour - 85.6 MBKaleb and Sasha give their Western Conference preview, recap a wild NWSL match, hype up Justin McMaster, and go through the Penalty Shootout. Podcast socials Twitter: @TwoUnitedFans Instagram: @TwoUnitedFans Kaleb Twitter: @RealKalebFC Instagram: @kalebolson716 Sasha Instagram: @alexander_soresloth Instagram: AA Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
WCIS 264- East? I Thought You Said Weast
April 08, 2021 10:00 - 45 minutes - 62.7 MBKaleb and Sasha start their MLS Season Preview by going through each Eastern Conference team and the big question facing each team. They also debut a new segment, "The Penalty Shootout". Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
WCIS 263-Sweep the leg
March 25, 2021 14:56 - 49 minutes - 58 MBMNUFC release their full season schedule. We talk about Dotson's brace with the U23 in the CONCACAF Olympic qualifiers. Some new signings. UEFA Champions league round of 8 draw. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
WCIS 262 - S.O.S Barcelona
March 13, 2021 23:20 - 47 minutes - 65.5 MBThis week Kaleb and Sasha cover the latest roster moves that Minnesota United has made, they also revisit the sinking ship of Barcelona, and decide on the best fictional musician/band. Twitter: @TwoUnitedFans Instagram: @TwoUnitedFans Kaleb Twitter: @RealKalebFC Instagram: @kalebolson716 Sasha: Instagram: @jameshojberg Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Interview with Basingstoke
February 24, 2021 06:00 - 1 hour - 98.8 MBSasha and Kaleb bring Producer Nick back to interview three members of Basingstoke Town FC, a team from the 8th tier of England. Chairman Kevin White, Manager Dan Brownlie, and midfielder Harrison Cliff join the pod to talk about the unique struggles the team is going through and how you can help. Just Giving Page: https://www.justgiving.com/crowdfunding/basingstoke Basingstoke Town Merch Store: https://btcfc.bigcartel.com/ Follow Kaleb on Twitter: @RealKalebFC Follow Producer Nick on T...
WCIS 260 - Actual Loons News (kinda)
February 17, 2021 12:00 - 45 minutes - 62.7 MBThis week our heroes cover some Loons news from The Athletic, discuss the moves that FC Cincinnati is making, and chat about the goings on in Europe. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Hornkamp and Barcelona Bust
February 02, 2021 16:46 - 38 minutes - 46.5 MBBarcelona's finances and TUF mind's are both in the gutter. Talking about Hornkamp's favorite position Also cover MNUFC and MLS transfers as the windows close. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
It's A Trapp
January 25, 2021 12:15 - 44 minutes - 60.7 MBThere's some Loons news! Wil Trapp joins Minnesota along with three rookies taken in the Superdraft. Kaleb goes on a rant about Liverpool's recent woes and Sasha choses a new last name. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Patreon Preview: Sasha Nerds Out
January 12, 2021 12:00 - 18 minutes - 25.5 MBA little Patreon Preview from Sasha. Every month our $5 and up Patrons get at least two extra episodes from Kaleb and Sasha. If you want to hear more of Sasha talking about the world of Dungeons and Dragons or Kaleb talking about great (in his words) albums, it's just $5/month. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
WCIS 257 End of Year Review Around the Dumpster Fire.
January 03, 2021 01:23 - 45 minutes - 55.1 MBKaleb and Sasha reflect on this crazy year, cover MLS and NWLS transfers, answer some questions and seeiff our friends across the pond are fairing any better than us attempting soccer in a pandemic (spoiler: they're not). Lastly we recall our HAPPIEST moments of 2020. Pour yourself a nice glass of wine, some fine scotch, a shitty beer or a lacroix because this the end of year review. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
WCIS 256 - Poor Timing
December 17, 2020 02:20 - 43 minutes - 60.2 MBIn true Two United Fans fashion, our heroes recorded this before the biggest news of the week was announced. This episode was recorded in a pre-Kevin Molino leaving world. Kaleb and Sasha also discuss some huge news out of the French leagues and what it could mean for Minnesota United. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
WCIS 255 - The Most Dangerous Lead In Soccer
December 09, 2020 17:40 - 44 minutes - 53.2 MBWe look to a brighter future after MNUFC loses to Seattle in the Western Conference final. We discuss RSL and NWSL ownership change. Odd results on the last game day of UCL and racism in Paris and Millwall. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
WCIS 254 - Hotdish>BBQ
December 05, 2020 16:52 - 41 minutes - 56.6 MBOur heroes speed through the recaps of the other three conference semi-final games to get to Minnesota United's 3-0 drubbing of Sporting Kansas City in the Nicest Rivalry in Sports. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
WCIS 253 - Chaos Reigns
November 26, 2020 05:25 - 54 minutes - 75.4 MBOur heroes cover the absolute chaos of the MLS Cup Playoffs, somehow predict the next round, and say goodbye to a legend. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
WCIS 252 - TUF Awards
November 19, 2020 04:01 - 1 hour - 88.7 MBThis week our heroes give out the esteemed, end of season, TUF Awards! Kaleb and Sasha also predict how the first round of the MLS Playoffs will shake out, and each pinpoint a striker for Minnesota to sign in the offseason. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
WCIS 251 Reynoso Decision Day Outplay (Plus Molino)
November 11, 2020 01:29 - 47 minutes - 49.8 MBReynoso decides to score vs Dallas, Molino TOTW, Playoffs decided and USL Covid woes Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
WCIS 250 - Big Celery Energy
October 28, 2020 11:00 - 41 minutes - 57.2 MBOur heroes review Minnesota's late win over FC Cincinnati, the MLS playoff picture, and of course Dragon Ball Z Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Houston DynaSnow
October 23, 2020 02:30 - 51 minutes - 55.3 MBKaleb and Sasha talk about MNUFC after they return to face Houston at home. Plus NWSL new team, EPL and UCL Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
WCIS 248- Corona Diaries
October 16, 2020 20:54 - 46 minutes - 63.2 MBOur heroes talk through what MLS should do with the remainder of the season, MLS remastering its Reserve League, and Kaleb quizzes Sasha about the NASL days of Minnesota United. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
WCIS 247-What'd We Miss?
October 08, 2020 12:00 - 47 minutes - 65.3 MBKaleb and Sasha are back and better(?) than ever. They try to summarize what they missed during the month long hiatus. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
WCIS 246 - Do Svidaniya Druz'ya
September 09, 2020 03:13 - 38 minutes - 52.4 MBIt's Nach's last episode. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
WCIS 245 - Recorded On Tuesday
August 28, 2020 03:39 - 58 minutes - 80.1 MBNote that we recorded this podcast on Tuesday before the sports world grappled with the events in Kenosha. So we don't address them on this episode. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
WCIS 244 - Reggies Cannonade
August 20, 2020 00:28 - 44 minutes - 61 MBReggie Cannon is spitting truth and we hope MLS is listening. We talk about the shenanigans in Dallas before covering the latest from the Champions League. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
*PATREON PREVIEW* WCIS 237PE - The Fall Of Barcelona
August 17, 2020 13:53 - 17 minutes - 23.9 MBOriginally published 7/1/2020, this in-depth discussion was released to patrons only. We're publishing it on this feed to give you a little preview of what our patrons hear and because it's a tiny bit relevant now... Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
WCIS 243 - Back No Longer
August 13, 2020 01:29 - 42 minutes - 58.6 MBThe MLSisBack tournament is finally over and the Timbers are champs! We look back at the last three games of MLSisBack and review the most recent Champions League fixtures. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
WCIS 242 - NWSL Review Episode
August 07, 2020 00:18 - 1 hour - 108 MBRachael Kriger from Equalizer joins us to look back at the NWSL Challenge Cup! Then we review the MLSisBack Quarterfinals including MNUFC's win vs San Jose!To become a patron of our show and get exclusive bonus content, head to patreon.com/twounitedfans! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
PATREON PREVIEW - LTAK1 - Run The Jewels 4
August 05, 2020 16:17 - 24 minutes - 33.1 MBHere's a bit of what you can get if you sign up to be one of our patrons on patreon!Each month we produce 15 min off-topic episodes for our $10 tier patrons. Here's Kaleb's contribution from June when he reviewed the new RTJ album.Become at patron at www.patreon.com/twounitedfans. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.