The Total Soccer Show

Total Soccer Show - USA vs Scotland Review

contact@totalsoccershow.com (TotalSoccerShow.com) — Mon, 28 May 2012 03:38:01 +0000

We review the USMNT's big win over Scotland. You know it was good, but we break down the how and the why. Plus we complain about the jerseys, obviously. We also review England's win ove Norway in Roy Hodgson's first game, and debut a brand new game with a self-explanatory title: "The Guess the MLS Player Salary Game."

Total Soccer Show 143 - Euro 2012 Group C Preview

contact@totalsoccershow.com (TotalSoccerShow.com) — Tue, 22 May 2012 21:08:00 +0000

We preview Euro 2012 Group C using the patented Total Soccer Show scientific method. Each co-host represents and argues for either Ireland, Spain, Italy, or Croatia then we award points in each category to see who wins the group. Also included, which coach smokes on the sideline, which one of these countries "invented coca-cola", and how in the world did Sophia Loren come up in conversation?

Total Soccer Show 142 ET - Champions League Final Review

contact@totalsoccershow.com (TotalSoccerShow.com) — Mon, 21 May 2012 03:49:47 +0000

We review Chelsea's Champions League win, and ask the big questions. Questions like: What was that thing shaved into the back of Salomon Kalou's head?

Total Soccer Show 142 - Man City, the Champions League Final, plus Chandler, Dalglish and Hodgson

contact@totalsoccershow.com (TotalSoccerShow.com) — Thu, 17 May 2012 03:59:26 +0000

We look back at Man City's dramatic last minute title win, preview Saturday's Champions League final, consider Timmy Chandler's decision to withdraw himself from USMNT contention, react to Kenny Dalglish's sacking and give our thoughts on Roy Hodgson's England squad for Euro 2012.

Total Soccer Show 141 - Euro 2012 Group B Preview

contact@totalsoccershow.com (TotalSoccerShow.com) — Wed, 09 May 2012 13:00:00 +0000

We preview Euro 2012 Group B using the patented Total Soccer Show scientific method. Each co-host represents and argues for either Portugal, Denmark, the Netherlands or Germany, then we award points in each category to see who wins the group.

Total Soccer Show 140 ET- FA Cup Final

contact@totalsoccershow.com (TotalSoccerShow.com) — Mon, 07 May 2012 00:21:00 +0000

"The Magic of the Cup" is gone until next season as Chelsea took on Liverpool to contest the 131st FA Cup Final. Is Frank Lampard England's best player? Yes...at least in one person's mind. It may have taken over a year but Andy Carroll finally looks the business. When will we get some type of goal-line technology? Will Drogba ever stop scoring at Wembley?

And we finish of the show with a little Wikipedia Game.

Total Soccer Show 140 - Euro 2012 Group A Preview

contact@totalsoccershow.com (TotalSoccerShow.com) — Mon, 30 Apr 2012 03:32:00 +0000

We preview Euro 2012 Group A—Poland, Greece, Russia and the Czech Republic—using the patented Total Soccer Show scientific method.

Each co-host makes an argument for their team to win the group, and we decide by popular vote.

Total Soccer Show 139 - Barcelona v Chelsea Second Leg Review

contact@totalsoccershow.com (TotalSoccerShow.com) — Thu, 26 Apr 2012 03:37:05 +0000

We review Chelsea's incredible 2-2 win Barcelona. This is what the Champions League is supposed to look like. Drama, red cards, Bosingwa at center back, Drogba shooting from the halfway line, Messi losing his temper, this game had it all. It even had a goal from Senor Fernando Torres. We praise Ramires, heckle John Terry and wonder where Leo Messi and Barcelona go from here.

Total Soccer Show 138 ET - El Clasico

contact@totalsoccershow.com (TotalSoccerShow.com) — Mon, 23 Apr 2012 04:23:00 +0000

The second El Clasico of the season saw Barcelona play host to Real Madrid, with everything still to play for in La Liga. Who bounced back from their midweek Champions League loss? Did the game finally live up to the hype? Would Madrid set out to press Barca? How much better than Victor Valdes is Iker Casillas? Do we want to see these two meet in the Champions League final? And did Daryl approve of Ronaldo's celebration?

Also on the show: D.C. United throttle New York, the Richmond Kickers slow start continues, crazy things are happening in Italy, and as always we end with the Wikipedia Game.

Total Soccer Show 138 - Champions League Semi-Finals

contact@totalsoccershow.com (TotalSoccerShow.com) — Thu, 19 Apr 2012 04:11:00 +0000

We break down the first legs of the Champions League Semi-Finals. How many players did Chelsea keep behind the ball? Are Real Madrid the fastest counterattacking team in the world? Can anyone actually take the game to Barcelona? How does Mario Gomez keep scoring goals? Will Drogba ever stop diving? Short answer no, long answer no.

Total Soccer Show 137E - Liverpool v Everton FA Cup Semi

contact@totalsoccershow.com (TotalSoccerShow.com) — Mon, 16 Apr 2012 02:26:10 +0000

We review Liverpool's win over Everton in the FA Cup semi-final at Wembley, including Andy Carroll's revenge over Stewart Robson and an Albert Ottati Rant Box special about why tall players can't be expected to win everything in the air. Also on the show: Jozy Altidore's goal for AZ and yet another round of the Wikipedia Game.

Total Soccer Show 137 - Dotmund v. Munich & Atletico v. Real

contact@totalsoccershow.com (TotalSoccerShow.com) — Thu, 12 Apr 2012 01:20:00 +0000

Minus Daryl the TSS crew headed to the studio to breakdown two games from Europe with huge league title implications. In Germany, Borussia Dortmund hosted Bayern Munich in a top of the table clash that could all but settle the Budesliga. How bad was Arjen Robben's evening? Why would Dortmund fans throw bananas at Manuel Neuer? And can Dortmund challenge in Europe next season?

While in Madrid, Atletico welcomed Real to the Vicente Calderon in a game the visitors needed to win in order to maintain their dwindling lead atop La Liga. Are Real collapsing? How good is Ronaldo? Did Falcao lose a ball in the air?

Total Soccer Show 136 ET- Arsenal v. Manchester City

contact@totalsoccershow.com (TotalSoccerShow.com) — Mon, 09 Apr 2012 04:37:00 +0000

With the title race in the Barclays Premier League (thank you Fox Soccer) quickly coming to a head, we sit down to discuss the TSS game of the week, Arsenal v. Manchester City. Is Mancini too honest with the media? Could Arsenal ruin the blue half of Manchester's season? Would Josh sell Balotelli?

Also on the show: United dive to the top, even throwback uniforms couldn't save the Richmond Kickers in their season opener, Klinsmann opens up (in his own way) to the US media, and as always some Wikipedia Game.

Total Soccer Show 136 - Champions League Winner Predicted

contact@totalsoccershow.com (TotalSoccerShow.com) — Thu, 05 Apr 2012 04:15:20 +0000

We use the patented and highly scientific Total Soccer Show method to predict which of the four remaining teams--Barcelona, Bayern Munich, Chelsea or Real Madrid--will win the Champions League. Foolproof.

Total Soccer Show 135 ET - Barcelona v. Athletic Bilbao and DC United v. FC Dallas

contact@totalsoccershow.com (TotalSoccerShow.com) — Mon, 02 Apr 2012 05:46:00 +0000

We breakdown Barca v. Athletic. Would Bilbao's pressing and passing work against Barca? How much was Xavi missed? What happens when a team is out shot 20 to 0 in the first 80 minutes of a game? And when will Barca stop diving?

Also on the show: D.C. dismantle Dallas, Wolves and Liverpool continue their slumps, goalscoring Yanks abroad, and someone is served a little humble pie in the Wikipedia game.

Total Soccer Show 135 - Olympic Failure

contact@totalsoccershow.com (TotalSoccerShow.com) — Thu, 29 Mar 2012 02:53:00 +0000

On this episode of the TSS we talk US U-23's. Specifically, their game against El Salvador and their failure to qualify for this year's Olympics. How bad is this for US Soccer? Who is to blame? What were, if any, the bright spots? And after what feels like an eternity, Freddy Adu's youth career officially comes to an end.

Total Soccer Show 134 ET - Maple Leafed (US U-23's Shocked by Canada)

contact@totalsoccershow.com (TotalSoccerShow.com) — Sun, 25 Mar 2012 22:49:00 +0000

We head to the studio to discuss the US U-23's Olympic qualifying campaign, specifically their game against Canada. Let's just say the game did not go as planned. Where the U-23's over confident? How do we feel about inverted wingers? And, what does a Christmas tree have to do with soccer?

Also on the show: The Old Firm Derby, D.C. United earn a point, Houston's Colin Clark opens his mouth...even though he shouldn't have, and we debut the Battleship Wikipedia Game.

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contact@totalsoccershow.com (TotalSoccerShow.com) — Thu, 22 Mar 2012 14:57:30 +0000

The gang heads to the studio to inducts its newest member into the 3-6-1 Total Soccer Show Hall of Fame. Josh has a big smile on his face as we induct Tony Meola as our first goal keeper in the the group of Americans who have profoundly influenced soccer. Next we take a quick trip across the pond to explore some soccer of the English variety. We breakdown the big English Premier League matchup between Manchester City and Chelsea. We also discuss what Carlos Tevez's roll should or should not have been.

Total Soccer Show 133 ET - Wolves Mauled, US Olympic Qualifying Preview

contact@totalsoccershow.com (TotalSoccerShow.com) — Mon, 19 Mar 2012 01:23:00 +0000

We review Man Utd's semi-ironic mauling of Wolves, discuss the reaction to Fabrice Muamba's collapse at White Hart Lane, weigh up the Champions League and Europa League draws, Dave Richards sobriety or otherwise and welcome TopDrawerSoccer.com's Travis Clark into the studio to discuss the US U-23 team as they prepare for this week's CONCACAF Olympic Qualifying tournament.

Total Soccer Show 133 - Argentina v. England 1986

contact@totalsoccershow.com (TotalSoccerShow.com) — Thu, 15 Mar 2012 05:58:00 +0000

After literally years of discussing the idea, we finally review a classic match. Much to Daryl's dismay (sort of) we chose the 1986 World Cup Quarterfinal between Argentina and England. Classic in every sense of the word, you have controversy( Maradona's "Hand of God"), brilliance (Maradona's "Goal of the Century"), mullets, short shorts, goalies picking up back passes, Canadian TV feeds(drink Labatt), and England in sky blue shorts.

Total Soccer Show 132 ET - Why Leo Messi is So Damn Good

contact@totalsoccershow.com (TotalSoccerShow.com) — Mon, 12 Mar 2012 04:52:00 +0000

MLS is back, so we breakdown both D.C. United v. Sporting K.C. and F.C. Dallas v. N.Y. Red Bull. Which team will start the new season the brightest? Are D.C. ready to make a playoff push? How deep will Thierry Henry drop in pursuit of the ball?

Also on the show: Bayern Munich thrash Hoffenheim, Leo Messi does something remarkable even by his standards, and of course the Wikipedia game.

Total Soccer Show 132 - Reasons to Watch MLS 2012, Luke Moore's England XI

contact@totalsoccershow.com (TotalSoccerShow.com) — Thu, 08 Mar 2012 06:15:44 +0000

MLS 2012 First Kick is this weekend, so we give any EuroSnobs out there plenty of reasons to watch MLS this season. We also play a little MLS-themed Spelling Bee and call up Luke Moore of The Football Ramble to discuss the England national team.

Total Soccer Show 131 ET- Liverpool v Arsenal Review

contact@totalsoccershow.com (TotalSoccerShow.com) — Mon, 05 Mar 2012 04:52:00 +0000

Albert, Daryl, and Peyton were in studio to breakdown the TSS game of the week: Liverpool v. Arsenal. Which of these surging teams would keep the momentum going? How many times can Liverpool hit the woodwork? Did Robin van Persie continue his goalscoring tear? Can you really be taken off 20 minutes after coming on as a substitute? Yes Diaby, you can.

Also on the show: A review of Michael Bradley's Chievo taking on Juventus, Josh interviews new D.C. United player Danny Cruz, and someone is humbled in the Wikipedia game.

Total Soccer Show 131 - Italy vs USA Review (Woo!)

contact@totalsoccershow.com (TotalSoccerShow.com) — Thu, 01 Mar 2012 02:38:18 +0000

We review the USA's 1-0 win over Italy, discussing which elements of the much-heralded Klinsmann-style were on display. Also: some England captain-themed Wikipedia Game.

Total Soccer Show 130 ET - Italy vs USA preview

contact@totalsoccershow.com (TotalSoccerShow.com) — Mon, 27 Feb 2012 03:56:00 +0000

We break down the North London Derby (Arsenal v. Tottenham), plus: Klinnsman released his roster for the USNMT's Italy friendlyso we do the rest and pick his XI, Stuart Pearce did the same England's game against Holland, Liverpool pursued the first of the coveted Cup Double and AC Milan took on Juventus in a top of the table clash.

Total Soccer Show 130 - Fixing the MLS All-Star Game

contact@totalsoccershow.com (TotalSoccerShow.com) — Thu, 23 Feb 2012 03:55:00 +0000

Albert, Josh, and Peyton took to the studio inspired by the upcoming NBA All-Star Game to discuss the MLS version. If we were Don Garber for a day what would we change? Would we bring back the skills competition? Would we keep playing European opposition? Or would we completely revamp the event?

Also on the show: Josh interviews Richmond Kickers Head Coach Leigh Cowlishaw about new developments in the club's youth system, Carols Tevez apologizes, Eddie Johnson tells us his side of the story, and would we rather see Liverpool win a cup or play Champions League?

Total Soccer Show 129E - Barcelona, Arsene Wenger, Montreal Merry-Go-Round

contact@totalsoccershow.com (TotalSoccerShow.com) — Mon, 20 Feb 2012 05:38:00 +0000

We review Barcelona's 5-1 win over Valencia, paying special attention to Cesc Fabregas: Can he replace Xavi? If so, why was Pep so mad at him? We also debate Arsene Wenger's situation: Is it time he left? We go over the MLS trade-a-thon that was Brian Ching and Eddie Johnson's non-committal stay in Montreal, and we close out the show with a dramatic round of The Wikipedia Game.

Total Soccer Show 129 - The Champs (League) are Back

contact@totalsoccershow.com (TotalSoccerShow.com) — Thu, 16 Feb 2012 03:21:00 +0000

With Daryl gone to sort out his beloved Wolves, Albert, Josh, and Peyton took to the studio to discuss the return of the Champions League. What is our favorite non-Liverpool moment from the competition? Who do we see winning the whole thing? Are we hypocrites?

Also on the show: Donovan leaves Everton, Africa crowns a champion, the USNMT reveals a jersey, Rangers are administered, and some Wikipedia domination.

Total Soccer Show 128ET - Manchester United v. Liverpool...Handshakes All Around

contact@totalsoccershow.com (TotalSoccerShow.com) — Sun, 12 Feb 2012 20:42:00 +0000

We discuss the Total Soccer Show Game of the Week: the English El Clasico, Manchester United v. Liverpool. Despite what you may have read there was in fact a match after the pregame controversy.

Also on the show: England have named a manager...an interim manager, Donovan stikes again, D.C. United have a new D.P., and the U.S. may get another crack at the Copa America.

Total Soccer Show 128 - Team of the Decade: 1980s

contact@totalsoccershow.com (TotalSoccerShow.com) — Thu, 09 Feb 2012 04:41:00 +0000

We head into the soccer-themed way back machine again, this time to select our soccer team of the 1980s. Drawing inspiration from Bilardo's 1986 World Cup winning Argentina we go with a 3-5-2 formation. Maradona, Platini and Zico will be running the show but who's going to joing them?

Also on the show: We discuss Fabio Capello's England resignation.

Total Soccer Show 127E - What Happened in Egypt?

contact@totalsoccershow.com (TotalSoccerShow.com) — Mon, 06 Feb 2012 01:08:00 +0000

Taylor interviews veteran journalist James Dorsey, asking him to put the recent tragic events in Egypt in context for us. Dorsey is an expert in international affairs and also writes the blog The Turbulent World of Middle East Soccer. Listen in to learn where and how Egyptian soccer intersects with Egyptian politics.

Total Soccer Show 127 - Referee's Revenge

contact@totalsoccershow.com (TotalSoccerShow.com) — Thu, 02 Feb 2012 04:35:00 +0000

Every time people watch, play in or coach a soccer game, someone has a problem with a refereeing decision. On today's show we welcome back referee Scott Zawadzki to help shed some light on the rules of the beautiful game. Is a two footed tackle a red? Do refs have a certain style? Would El Clasico be different with Scott in the middle?

Also on the show: Josh interviews Aswhim Chaudhary and Jon Korn, creators of the documentary "Laduma: One Goal," which chronicles the fan experience following the USMNT at World Cup 2010. Plus: some bad news for WPS and another TSS announcement.

Total Soccer Shoe 126E - #LDvsCD and Liverpool vs Man Utd

contact@totalsoccershow.com (TotalSoccerShow.com) — Mon, 30 Jan 2012 00:50:00 +0000

We review two FA Cup 4th Round matches, the meeting of Landon Donovan's Everton and Clint Dempsey's Fulham, followed by Liverpool versus Manchester United.

Total Soccer Sohow 126 - Panama vs USMNT Review

contact@totalsoccershow.com (TotalSoccerShow.com) — Thu, 26 Jan 2012 07:54:54 +0000

We review the USA's 1-0 win over Panama, plus call Taylor to play a Soccer Spelling Bee.

Total Soccer Show - USA vs Venezuela Review

contact@totalsoccershow.com (TotalSoccerShow.com) — Mon, 23 Jan 2012 03:24:12 +0000

We review USMNT versus Venezuela, including post-match interviews with Benny Feilhaber, Bill Hamid and Brek Shea, and clips from coach Jurgen Klinsmann's post-match press conference.

Also on the show: Clint Dempsey sets another record in England, we discuss the first EPL game to air live on FOX and listener Jonathon Tolbert drops by for some Wikipedia Game.

Total Soccer Show 125 - Camp Cupcake Starting XI

contact@totalsoccershow.com (TotalSoccerShow.com) — Thu, 19 Jan 2012 04:53:00 +0000

We pick our Camp Cupcake USMNT starting XI to face Venezuela. It will be similar to Klinsmann's selection, just better. We also play some USMNT abroad Over/Under with Taylor and give our reactions to Eric Wynalda's infamous speech and Robbie Findley's seemingly impossible miss.

Total Soccer Show ET Donovan's Assist and Milan Derby Review

contact@totalsoccershow.com (TotalSoccerShow.com) — Mon, 16 Jan 2012 05:25:57 +0000

We get a good look at Landon Donovan's assist for Everton, then review a fascinating Milan Derby. Plus some facial hair-tastic Wikipedia Game.

Total Soccer Show 124 - Spurs versus Everton

contact@totalsoccershow.com (TotalSoccerShow.com) — Thu, 12 Jan 2012 06:52:00 +0000

We review Landon Donovan's performance in Wednesday afternoon's Spurs versus Everton game. How did Major League Soccer's on-loan attacker match up against big Premier League names like Gareth Bale? We also preview the Milan Derby and play some Serie A-themed Wikipedia Game.

Total Soccer Show ET - Manchester Derby FA Cup Review

contact@totalsoccershow.com (TotalSoccerShow.com) — Sun, 08 Jan 2012 21:05:00 +0000

We review Manchester United's win over Manchester City in the FA Cup 3rd Round, recap US soccer players in action in other FA Cup matches and of course play some Wikipedia Game.

Total Soccer Show 123 - Americans Abroad Mid-Term Report

contact@totalsoccershow.com (TotalSoccerShow.com) — Thu, 05 Jan 2012 07:49:06 +0000

With the Europeans soccer season at the halfway point, we pick our most impressive and most disappointing Americans Abroad, going position by position. We also discuss Landon Donovan's move to Everton, Preston Zimmerman's Twitter tirade, preview this weekend's Manchester Derby and play some Wikipedia Game.

Total Soccer Show 122 - Holiday Special

contact@totalsoccershow.com (TotalSoccerShow.com) — Thu, 22 Dec 2011 05:57:41 +0000

We pick Christmas presents for certain soccer players and for American soccer fans, look back on a few favorite football moments from 2011 and make New Year's resolutions for 2012. We also play a Christmas themed round of the Wikipedia Game, with some tenuously-tinseled names.

Total Soccer Show 121 - Team of the '70s

contact@totalsoccershow.com (TotalSoccerShow.com) — Thu, 15 Dec 2011 05:38:00 +0000

We jump in the way back machine again to discuss and select the TSS Team of the '70s. Big names, big personaliites, and big hair highlight the squad. Later we are joined by Taylor who gives us his selections for the team as well as his new Over/Under segment for the week. Finally, we have some prizes that need giving away.

Total Soccer Show ET - El Clasico - Real Madrid v. Barcelona

contact@totalsoccershow.com (TotalSoccerShow.com) — Mon, 12 Dec 2011 00:42:00 +0000

We review the first El Clasico of the season. We talk tactics, Barcelona's fluidity, Ronaldo's insecurites and the joy that is listening to Ray Hudson commentate on a soccer match. Also: Peyton hosts an epic Wikipedia Game between Albert and Daryl that goes the full 7 rounds. Soccer-tastic.

Total Soccer Show 120 - El Clasico XI

contact@totalsoccershow.com (TotalSoccerShow.com) — Thu, 08 Dec 2011 05:16:00 +0000

With the first El Clasico of the La Liga season fast approaching Albert, Daryl, and Josh selected the TSS El Clasico XI. Only former Barcelona and Real Madrid players made the cut, no room for Messi, Ronaldo, Xavi et al. in this team. The end of the Champions League group stage and Taylor with a new "Over/Under" round out the show.

Total Soccer Show ET - Watching Williams and Johnson at Hoffenheim, Euro 2012 Draw

contact@totalsoccershow.com (TotalSoccerShow.com) — Mon, 05 Dec 2011 04:43:09 +0000

We review the performances of Danny Williams and Fabian Johnson in Hoffenheim's game away to Bayer Leverkusen, we also give our reactions to the Euro 2012 draw, discuss American v European announcers, how Major League Soccer DPs count against salary caps, and play some Germans in England-themed Wikipedia Game. Download and enjoy!

Total Soccer Show 119 - Lamar Hunt Profile

contact@totalsoccershow.com (TotalSoccerShow.com) — Wed, 30 Nov 2011 04:08:00 +0000

Albert, Daryl, and Josh profile the most recent inductee into the 3-6-1 Hall of Fame: American soccer pioneer Lamar Hunt. We also discuss the WPS situation, John Harkes and the new USMNT jerseys. After that Taylor helps us preview the weekend's action with completely made up prop bets, in a new segment called "Over/Under".

Total Soccer Show ET - MLS Cup Review

contact@totalsoccershow.com (TotalSoccerShow.com) — Mon, 21 Nov 2011 06:55:00 +0000

We're in studio to watch and then discuss MLS Cup 2011 between the LA Galaxy and Houston Dynamo.

Total Soccer Show 118 - USA v Slovenia and MLS Cup with Alexi Lalas

contact@totalsoccershow.com (TotalSoccerShow.com) — Thu, 17 Nov 2011 07:07:30 +0000

We discuss USA vs Slovenia and preview MLS Cup 2011 with former USMNT defender/ESPN analyst/Total Soccer Show listener Alexi Lalas. We also play a little bonus midweek Wikipedia Game.

Total Soccer Show-ET- USA v. France

contact@totalsoccershow.com (TotalSoccerShow.com) — Mon, 14 Nov 2011 04:25:00 +0000

Joined in studio by Peyton, Josh, Daryl, and Albert breakdown the most recent USMNT friendly away to France. Then it's off to Turkey (via Skype) to catch up with Taylor and figure out the mood following Turkey's EURO 2012 first leg play-off agaisnt Croatia. Peyton hosts the Wikipedia game but not before we reveal the TSS team's MVP for this week's CVSA game.

Total Soccer Show 117 - Baltimore United? And USA v France Preview

contact@totalsoccershow.com (TotalSoccerShow.com) — Thu, 10 Nov 2011 05:20:00 +0000

Albert, Daryl, and Josh are joined in studio by Richard Hayes of the Richmond & Central Virginia Supporters of DC United (RVADCU) to discuss D.C. United's ongoing stadium saga. We also preview the USMNT's upcoming friendly away to France and with a little help from Taylor in Turkey we talk Euro 2012 playoffs.

Total Soccer Show 116 - Team of the '60s

contact@totalsoccershow.com (TotalSoccerShow.com) — Wed, 02 Nov 2011 23:45:20 +0000

We pick our soccer team of the '60s. Position by position we each name our choice, then argue it out until we have eleven footballers who represent the best possible team of the decade.

Total Soccer Show-ET-New York v LA

contact@totalsoccershow.com (TotalSoccerShow.com) — Mon, 31 Oct 2011 04:18:00 +0000

We discuss the New York Red Bulls v LA Galaxy game in the Major League Soccer playoffs. Also, a quick round up of American soccer players abroad. Last but not least a little backwards wikipedia game!

Total Soccer Show 115 - A Very Early US 2012 Olympic Roster, Tab Ramos' 3-6-1 Hall of Fame Induction

contact@totalsoccershow.com (TotalSoccerShow.com) — Thu, 27 Oct 2011 03:24:00 +0000

US Soccer recently made news by naming Caleb Porter as the Olympic Team Head Coach and Tab Ramos as the U20 Head Coach. With help from Taylor in Turkey, Daryl, Josh, and Albert set out to do Porter's job for him and name a starting XI for the Olympic squad. Later we inducte Tab Ramos into the most prestigious Hall of Fame in soccer, the 3-6-1 HOF.

Total Soccer Show ET- Manchester United v. Manchester City

contact@totalsoccershow.com (TotalSoccerShow.com) — Mon, 24 Oct 2011 01:59:00 +0000

With Daryl out of the studio, Josh, Peyton, and Albert sat down Sunday night to discuss the Manchester Derby. Title decider? Not yet, but plenty to talk about. Also there is a brief disscusion of Americans Abroad and a little reivew of our own CVSA game.

Total Soccer Show 114 - Major League Soccer, Charlie Davies, Kasey Keller

contact@totalsoccershow.com (TotalSoccerShow.com) — Thu, 20 Oct 2011 03:33:00 +0000

We discuss Major League Soccer with OPTA analyts Pete Brownell, Jesse Myers' move to Rochester, Charlie Davies, Kasey Keller, the US Men's National Team new FIFA ranking and: will MLS ever be a top three sports league in United States?

Total Soccer Show ET - Liverpool Man Utd, Jozy on ESPN3

contact@totalsoccershow.com (TotalSoccerShow.com) — Mon, 17 Oct 2011 00:53:05 +0000

We review Liverpool v. Manchester United and Jozy Altidore's performance for AZ vs. Ajax in the Eredivisie. And, because it's Sunday, the Wikipedia Game.

Total Soccer Show 113 - USA v Ecuador with Eric Wynalda

contact@totalsoccershow.com (TotalSoccerShow.com) — Thu, 13 Oct 2011 03:57:16 +0000

We review the USA's 1-0 loss to Ecuador with help from former USMNT striker and current Fox Soccer host Eric Wynalda. Taylor also joins us to review Euro 2012 qualifying.

Total Soccer Show ET - USA v Honduras Opta Stats

contact@totalsoccershow.com (TotalSoccerShow.com) — Sun, 09 Oct 2011 22:24:00 +0000

Review of USA vs Honduras with Albert, Daryl and Taylor giving their initial reactions, then calling up Opta analyst Pete Brownell to see if their uninformed observations match up with the numbers and heat maps. Euro 2012 qualifying also discussed and we close with a Wikipedia Game.

Total Soccer Show 112 - Tactical Unawareness

contact@totalsoccershow.com (TotalSoccerShow.com) — Thu, 06 Oct 2011 04:20:59 +0000

We preview the USA v. Honduras game and the Euro 2012 qualifying groups finale, plus CVSA drama and a British players themed Wikipedia Game.

Total Soccer Show 111 - If we had a soccer time machine...

contact@totalsoccershow.com (TotalSoccerShow.com) — Thu, 29 Sep 2011 03:36:00 +0000

...which team would we go back and watch in person? And why? We debate in studio whether it should be Brazil '58, Sacchi's Milan, Maradona's Napoli, the 1989 USMNT soccer team and many more. Teams that didn't make the debate are discussed later in the show. Did we miss anyone?

Total Soccer Show ET Liverpool v Wolves, Sporting KC v Philly

contact@totalsoccershow.com (TotalSoccerShow.com) — Mon, 26 Sep 2011 06:18:00 +0000

Albert, Daryl and Peyton discuss the Liverpool v. Wolves English Premier League soccer match and the Sporting KC vs Philadelphia Union Major League Soccer game, as well as Michael Bradley's first two starts for Chievo and a quick round of the Wikipedia Game featuring Scandinavian soccer players and a debate about what constitutes Scandinavia.

Total Soccer Show 110 - Fund Drive Wikipedia Game Extravaganza

contact@totalsoccershow.com (TotalSoccerShow.com) — Wed, 21 Sep 2011 19:55:00 +0000

It's that time of the year again, WRIR (the station which so graciously airs our show every Thursday at 12:30) is in the middle of a fund drive. In honor of this special time of year Daryl, Josh, and Albert are joined in studio by regualr guest Peyton to play a little, well actually a lot, of the Wikipedia game. Travis Clark and Grayson Smith phone in and try their hand as well. Who wins? Not important, but an early and bold prediction goes very wrong.

Total Soccer Show ET - Manchester United 3-1 Chelsea

contact@totalsoccershow.com (TotalSoccerShow.com) — Mon, 19 Sep 2011 02:09:00 +0000

Albert, Daryl and Josh are in studio and Taylor is on the phone from Turkey, to discuss Manchester United's 3-1 win over Chelsea, which, believe it or not, was on FOX. We also discuss Americans abroad and play a little Wikipedia Game.

Total Soccer Show 109 - VCU Rams, a Tale of Two Champions Leagues, Timmy Chandler and the USMNT

contact@totalsoccershow.com (TotalSoccerShow.com) — Thu, 15 Sep 2011 04:11:00 +0000

Albert, Daryl, and Josh discuss VCU Rams Men's Soccer with Head Coach Dave Giffard, the first round of UEFA Champions League group stage games, MLS' success in Mexico and what it all means, and an assortment of USMNT issues, including former coach Bob Bradley's new gig (exotic locale? high pressure? maybe?), and the Tony Sanneh fueled Twitter saga involving German-American Timmy Chandler. All of that and a brief preview of our game of the week in TSS episode # 109.

Total Soccer Show ET Valencia 1-0 Atletico Madrid

contact@totalsoccershow.com (TotalSoccerShow.com) — Mon, 12 Sep 2011 04:54:00 +0000

As the title suggests Daryl, Josh, Albert, and Taylor (live from Turkey) discuss Valencia's 1-0 La Liga win over Atletico Madrid. Daryl also had time to talk to Elliott Turner author of the E-Book An Illustrated Guide to Soccer and Spanish. The show finishes up with the breifest of wrap-ups of the TSS 11 a side team's first game of the fall, just know there were goals a plenty. Oh and of course the Wikipedia Game, hosted by Josh.

Total Soccer Show 108 - Belgium v. USA Review

contact@totalsoccershow.com (TotalSoccerShow.com) — Thu, 08 Sep 2011 03:28:00 +0000

Daryl and Josh are in studio to discuss the USA's 1-0 loss to Belgium, and look back on the first three games of Juergen Klinsmann's reign as USMNT coach. We also hear from referee Scott Zawadzki, who explains why that Maurice Edu goal was disallowed, and David McBride gives us his take on Michael Bradley's move to Chievo in Serie A.

Total Soccer Show ET - USA v. Costa Rica Review

contact@totalsoccershow.com (TotalSoccerShow.com) — Sat, 03 Sep 2011 23:59:00 +0000

So... in Juergen Klinsmann's second game in charge, USA lost 1-0 to Costa Rica in California. Albert, Daryl, Peyton and--from Turkey via phone--Taylor review the game in terms of both individual performances and the bigger picture of what it means going forward. We also play a haphazard four contestant Wikipedia Game with Marlon Frisby, categories being players who moved in the transfer window and German managers in charge of foreign national teams.

Total Soccer Show 107 USA v. Costa Rica Preview

contact@totalsoccershow.com (TotalSoccerShow.com) — Thu, 01 Sep 2011 04:51:00 +0000

Albert, Daryl, and Josh discuss the USMNT's upcoming friendly against Costa Rica, but not before we run down the Richmond Kickers US Open Cup semi-final against the Chicago Fire. Somehow transfer deadline day makes an appearance with a slightly American twist and an interview with European soccer journalist Andy Brassell by our very own Taylor. After fitting in a little Stoke City, yes that Stoke City, we induct a new member into the 3-6-1 HOF, a slight preview he may have been ranted about a time or two.

Total Soccer Show ET - Man Utd 8-2 Arsenal, More Guiseppe Rossi(!)

contact@totalsoccershow.com (TotalSoccerShow.com) — Sun, 28 Aug 2011 22:03:00 +0000

Albert, Daryl, Josh survived Hurricane Irene and are in studio to discuss the incredible result that was Manchester United eight, Arsenal two, with a phone assist from Taylor in Turkey. We also answer emails relating to our recent Giuseppe Rossi convesation (Shane from Michigan, you've really started something!) and a voicemail regarding the USA's playing style. And, of course, there's Wikipedia Game.

Total Soccer Show 106 - US Open Cup, Altidore's Goals, CONCACAF CL, Giuseppe Rossi

contact@totalsoccershow.com (TotalSoccerShow.com) — Thu, 25 Aug 2011 04:48:00 +0000

Albert, Daryl and Josh talk US Open Cup with Richmond Kickers head coach Leigh Cowlishaw, CONCACAF Champions League and the breaking of the Mexican hex, Jozy Altidore's two goals for AZ Alkmaar, Man Utd vs Arsenal, NYRB vs LA Galaxy, Landon Donovan's best position and Giuseppe Rossi being an alleged traitor. Also, we get Taylor on the phone from Turkey to tell us all about match fixing and Fenerbahce.

Total Soccer Show 105 - Barcelona 3-2 Real Madrid, WPS, Americans Abroad and MNT Playing Style

contact@totalsoccershow.com (TotalSoccerShow.com) — Thu, 18 Aug 2011 06:22:00 +0000

Daryl, Josh and Peyton discuss Barcelona's win over Real Madris in the SuperCopa, magicjack's 3-1 win over Boston in the WPS playoffs, transfers for Bedoya and Bocanegra and a lack of movement for Eddie Johnson. Also on the show: Grayson Smith's email prompts a discussion about US playing style and cutting ties with England.

Total Soccer Show ET - Liverpool 1-1 Sunderland, Gervinho's Lapels, Fabregas to Barca, Keane and Adu to MLS

contact@totalsoccershow.com (TotalSoccerShow.com) — Mon, 15 Aug 2011 03:49:00 +0000

Daryl is joined in studio by Peyton (making his debut as co-host) to discuss Liverpool's disappointing draw with Sunderland, Manchester United's defensive problems, Wolves Champions League aspirations (table don't lie), the madness that is Joey Barton, potential strikes in Italy and Spain, Cesc Fabregas' move to Barcelona (it finally happened), Robbie Keane to LA Galaxy and Freddy Adu to Chivas USA Philadelphia Union.

Total Soccer Show 104 - USA 1-1 Mexico Reaction

contact@totalsoccershow.com (TotalSoccerShow.com) — Thu, 11 Aug 2011 07:03:00 +0000

We discuss the USA's 1-1 draw with Mexico, with the focus on Juergen Klinsmann's debut as head coach. Also covered: potential moves for Freddy Au and Maurice Edu, and the big MLS/US Soccer television deal with NBC.

Total Soccer Show ET - Community Shield, Richmond Kickers, Klinsmann, and Hangovers

contact@totalsoccershow.com (TotalSoccerShow.com) — Sun, 07 Aug 2011 18:04:00 +0000

The hungover trio met in studio to "analyze" Manchester United's thrilling 3-2 victory over Manchester City in the Community Shield. They also discussed the Richmond Kickers' 3-0 victory over the Dayton Dutch Lions and Jurgen Klinsmann's roster selection for the USA's upcoming friendly with Mexico.

Total Soccer Show 103 - Interview with Cobi Jones and Bradley/Klinsmann Talk with Daryl Grove

contact@totalsoccershow.com (TotalSoccerShow.com) — Wed, 03 Aug 2011 20:48:02 +0000

With Albert, Josh, and Daryl still not in studio, Taylor called up former US Men's National Team Midfielder/current Associate Director of Soccer for the New York Cosmos, Mr. Cobi Jones! They discussed the Cosmos' upcoming match against Manchester United for the Paul Scholes Testimonial, the possible future of the Cosmos, and the US Men's National team (past and present).

Then, Taylor called up Daryl to get his thoughts on the firing of Bob Bradley, the hiring of Jurgen Klinsmann, and the status of Mr. Grove's dinner plans. Good times all around!

Total Soccer Show ET - US Men's National Team Talk with Brian Straus of Sporting News

contact@totalsoccershow.com (TotalSoccerShow.com) — Sun, 31 Jul 2011 19:55:51 +0000

With Daryl, Albert, and Josh all out of town, Taylor called up Brian Straus of Sporting News to discuss the US Men's National Team firing of Bob Bradley and subsequent hiring of Jurgen Klinsmann. Taylor and Brian discussed Bradley's legacy, how Sunil Gulati and the US Soccer Federation were finally able to get their ultimate target, and what the future may hold for US soccer.

Total Soccer Show 102 - Interviews with DC United Captain Josh Wolff and DC Beat Writer Travis Clark

contact@totalsoccershow.com (TotalSoccerShow.com) — Thu, 28 Jul 2011 01:02:00 +0000

Josh Wolff joins Taylor and Josh via phone to discuss DC United, his time with the USMNT, as well as his hopes for the future. We also tease part of the Megan Rapinoe interview before moving on to talking with Travis Clarke. The DC United beat writer and ESPN fantasy soccer expert gives us insight on the rest of the MLS season as well as how to perform better in fantasy soccer.

Total Soccer Show ET - Copa America Final, Megan Rapinoe Interview

contact@totalsoccershow.com (TotalSoccerShow.com) — Mon, 25 Jul 2011 02:11:22 +0000

We review Uruguay's win in the Copa America Final and discuss our proposed Gold Cup/Copa America merger. We also get US WNT star Megan Rapinoe on the phone to talk Women's World Cup, Women's Professional Soccer, magicJack and playing leftback in our USA Coed National Soccer Team. Last but not least, we call up listener Jeremy Hilleary to play some Wikipedia Game.

Total Soccer Show 101 - USA Coed National Team

contact@totalsoccershow.com (TotalSoccerShow.com) — Thu, 21 Jul 2011 04:26:50 +0000

We put together the best possible USA coed national team XI, featuring the best players from both the US MNT and the US WNT. We also review recent American player transfer news from Europe, and enter the world's leading international goalscorer into the ThreeSixOne Hall of Fame.

Total Soccer Show ET - Women's World Cup Final Review

contact@totalsoccershow.com (TotalSoccerShow.com) — Mon, 18 Jul 2011 05:48:00 +0000

We gathered in studio almost immediately after watching the USA lose to Japan in the Women's World Cup Final (OK, we went and got burgers from Five Guys first, but apart from that it was immediate) to discuss our reactions to the game. We also recap the Richmond Kickers win over Antigua and welcome guest Gabe Penaloza on to the show to play the Wikipedia Game,

Total Soccer Show 100 - USA 3-1 France, Alexi Lalas and The Football Ramble's Luke Moore

contact@totalsoccershow.com (TotalSoccerShow.com) — Thu, 14 Jul 2011 07:46:00 +0000

It's our 100th radio show! First we discuss the USA's 3-1 win over France in the Women's World Cup, then the Richmond Kickers incredible 2-0 win over Sporting KC in the US Open Cup, then it's on to five celebratory Wikipedia Games, each with a special guest. Those special guests in order of appearance: Alexi Lalas, Albert Ottati, Laura Coutts, Marlon Frisby and Luke Moore (of The Football Ramble fame). Play along at home!

Total Soccer Show 99 - Sweden v USA Match Analysis and Americans in the Transfer Window

contact@totalsoccershow.com (TotalSoccerShow.com) — Thu, 07 Jul 2011 04:47:00 +0000

Daryl, Taylor, and Josh assemble in studio to discuss the USA's loss (note the absence of hyperbole) to Sweden on Wednesday night. They also discussed Americans in the transfer window and gave their "ideal transfer destinations" for a few players that could use a move to greener pastures. And then it's on to the 3-6-1 Hall of Fame and it's newest inductee!

Total Soccer Show 98 - USA WNT 1-0 North Korea, Copa America preview

contact@totalsoccershow.com (TotalSoccerShow.com) — Thu, 30 Jun 2011 07:05:00 +0000

We discuss [deep breath] the USA WNT's 2-0 win over North Korea in the Women's World Cup, the Richmond Kickers in the quarterfinal of the US Open Cup, the Dwayne DeRosario to DC United trade, Oguchi Onyewu to Sporting (don't call them Lisbon) Clube de Portugal and Jozy Altidore's likely move to Alkmaar in the Netherlands. Also: the many many reasons why you should be watching the Copa America.

Total Soccer Show: USA 2-4 Mexico: Gold Cup Final Post-Mortem

contact@totalsoccershow.com (TotalSoccerShow.com) — Mon, 27 Jun 2011 06:17:00 +0000

We review USA's 4-2 loss to Mexico in the Gold Cup Final, analyzing what went wrong (some of which was Jonthan Bornstein, but not all of it) and also trying to take a few positives out of the game and the tournament as a whole. We also ask what the result means for the USA vs Mexico rivalry and what the USA needs to do to improve going forward.

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Total Soccer Show 97: USA 1-0 Panama

contact@totalsoccershow.com (TotalSoccerShow.com) — Thu, 23 Jun 2011 06:22:00 +0000

We recorded this show immediately after the USA's 1-0 win ove Panama in the Gold Cup semi-final, which came complete with a game-changing cameo from Mr. Freddy Adu. We also have our third inductee into the 361 Hall of Fame: Dr. Heinz Alfred Kissinger.

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ET - USA 2-0 Jamaica: That's more like it

contact@totalsoccershow.com (TotalSoccerShow.com) — Mon, 20 Jun 2011 04:59:59 +0000

Josh and Daryl are in studio to review the USA's 2-0 win over Jamaica in the Gold Cup quarterfinal, with an assist from Taylor who was at RFK to get some postmatch audio.

96 - USA 1-0 Guadeloupe & The Shot Heard 'Round the World

contact@totalsoccershow.com (TotalSoccerShow.com) — Thu, 16 Jun 2011 05:20:39 +0000

We review the USA's 1-0 win over Guadeloupe, which was good enough for the USA to advance from Gold Cup Group C, but not good enough to win it. Disaster or detour? We also look ahead to Sunday's quarter-final against Jamaica, review Team TSS's first game of the summer season and induct Paul Caligiuri into the 361 Hall of Fame.

ET - Panama 2-USA 1: Analyzing the Embarrassing Defeat with ESPN's Jeff Carlisle

contact@totalsoccershow.com (TotalSoccerShow.com) — Mon, 13 Jun 2011 01:00:00 +0000

With Albert and Daryl out of town and Josh still catatonic following Saturday night's loss to Panama, Taylor called up Jeff Carlisle of ESPN to get his thoughts on the game, the USA's Gold Cup campaign thus far and going forward, and the MLS season thus far. We capped off the episode with a pre-recorded episode of the Wikipedia Game, Albert's last one of the season. Good times!

95 - USA 2-Canada 0 - Match Analysis with Eric Wynalda

contact@totalsoccershow.com (TotalSoccerShow.com) — Thu, 09 Jun 2011 04:47:00 +0000

We got Eric Wynalda on the phone to help us break down the USA's 2-0 victory over Canada in the Gold Cup. We also talked about Timmy Howard's importance, our ideal CB pairing, why exactly Michael Bradley is a destroyer, why Deuce should maybe play up front, and why Jozy Altidore may be getting that swagger back.

We then took a more American page out of The Football Ramble's book and introduced a new weekly segment: The 3-6-1 Hall of Fame. We welcomed our inaugural inductee (Eddie Pope) and picked Wynalda's brain about his former teammate and occasional opponent.

ET - USA 0-4 Spain: Warm-Up or Beat Down?

contact@totalsoccershow.com (TotalSoccerShow.com) — Mon, 06 Jun 2011 05:58:42 +0000

We review the USA's heavy 4-0 loss to Spain, featuring interviews with Tim Howard and Clint Dempsey, and audio from Bob Bradley's post-match press conference.

94 - Americans Abroad Awards, FIFA Election Reaction

contact@totalsoccershow.com (TotalSoccerShow.com) — Thu, 02 Jun 2011 03:13:50 +0000

It's Albert in the hosting hot-seat as we look back on the 2010-11 season by giving out awards to Americans who've been playing overseas. Best season, worst season, best move, worst move and so on. We also give our reactions to Sepp Blatter's inevitable re-election as FIFA king-for-eternity. Did we say king-for-eternity? We meant president-for-four-more-years. Download, listen, enjoy, and visit totalsoccershow.com for more or contact us via soccer@wrir.org

ET - Champions League Final Review, FIFA Corruption Questions

contact@totalsoccershow.com (TotalSoccerShow.com) — Mon, 30 May 2011 03:16:00 +0000

We review the Champions League Final, in which Barcelona beat Manchester United 3-1. We get specific about tactics and ask what it takes to beat Barcelona, whether such a thing is actually possible, and if not then how long will the rest of the world have to wait before there's a new best team in the world. We move on to discuss the recent FIFA corruption allegations, which have resulted in Mohammed Bin Hammam and Jack Warner being suspended, and close with the Wikipedia Game.

93 - Gold Cup Roster and Champions League Preview

contact@totalsoccershow.com (TotalSoccerShow.com) — Thu, 26 May 2011 02:13:00 +0000

The usual foursome assemble ins studio to break down the USA's Gold Cup roster (with some nice audio from the Bob Bradley announcement press conference) and preview this weekend's Champions League Final: Barcelona v Manchester United. That noise in the background is Taylor's knees knocking...

ET - Wolves survive! Galaxy beat Chivas, we pick our Gold Cup roster

contact@totalsoccershow.com (TotalSoccerShow.com) — Mon, 23 May 2011 03:09:00 +0000

We review a dramatic final day in the Premier League, where five teams battled to avoid relegation and we swiveled our heads to watch as many TVs as possible. We also review Chivas USA's 1-0 defeat at home to LA Galaxy and put our four heads together to pick our very own Gold Cup roster. We close, of course, with the Wikipedia Game.

92 - Alexi Lalas Interview, Prem Relegation Preview

contact@totalsoccershow.com (TotalSoccerShow.com) — Thu, 19 May 2011 06:27:24 +0000

After we took a pop at Alexi Lalas' improv skills last weekend, the former USA defender and current ESPN studio analyst responded by getting in touch and very kindly agreeing to come on the show. So we open by interviewing Lalas about life at ESPN and his thoughts on MLS 2011 so far. We also ask Lalas to weigh up our futuristic MLS promotion/relegation proposal and ask about his time battling relegation in Italy with Padova. Later in the show we do a quick preview of this Sunday's Premier League relegation battle, with Daryl's beloved Wolves one of the 5 teams in danger of the drop.

ET - Pacific Northwest rivalry arrives in MLS, Ajax win 30th Dutch title

contact@totalsoccershow.com (TotalSoccerShow.com) — Mon, 16 May 2011 03:59:48 +0000

Our two games of the week were Portland vs Seattle in MLS, which finished 1-1 at Qwest Field, and the big Ajax vs Twente title decider in the Dutch Eredivisie, a game Ajax won 3-1 to claim their 30th Dutch crown. We also discuss Team TSS's final game of the spring season, and play a little Wikipedia Game to close things out.

91 - The Jay DeMerit Story

contact@totalsoccershow.com (TotalSoccerShow.com) — Thu, 12 May 2011 05:27:24 +0000

We interview Nick Lewis, one of the filmmakers behind Rise & Shine: The Jay DeMerit Story, a documentary retracing DeMerit's cleated footsteps from Green Bay, Wisconsin to the World Cup in South Africa. DeMerit played college soccer but wasn't drafted, so took a risk and went to Europe armed only with a backpack and big ambitions.

ET - Chicharito all but wins title for Utd, plus the MLS battle of the big boys

contact@totalsoccershow.com (TotalSoccerShow.com) — Mon, 09 May 2011 03:18:00 +0000

Game of the Week was Manchester United's 2-1 win over Chelsea, a game that all but handed Manchester United their 19th Premier League title. A Utd fan, and Liverpool fan and a neutral discuss. We also wax lyrical about LA Galaxy vs New York--a clash of the Designated Players that was worth the hype.

90 - Wikipedia Game Spring Fund Drive Special

contact@totalsoccershow.com (TotalSoccerShow.com) — Wed, 04 May 2011 22:15:31 +0000

It's Spring Fund Drive week at WRIR, so we've recorded a special Wikipedia Game show. If you've never heard the Wikipedia Game, it's a Name That Tune style trivia game we play at the end of every weekend podcast. We've dedicated a whole show to the game for the first time. Play along and see how many you can get. To donate to WRIR and help keep us on the air, call 804-622-9747 or donate online at wrir.org.

ET - Santos beat São Paulo, Sandro's celebration cut short

contact@totalsoccershow.com (TotalSoccerShow.com) — Mon, 02 May 2011 04:40:22 +0000

Our game of the week was Santos vs São Paulo in the Paulistão, withvgreat work from Ganso and his mohawked buddy Neymar. Don't know what the Paulistão is? Listen in and find out. We also talk Chelsea's win over Spurs and Arsenal's win over Manchester United and our team's latest CVSA exploits. We close with a round of the Wikipedia Game, featuring the category "players who annoy Taylor".

89 - Man Utd Two, Manuel Neuer Nil and Messi Two, Madrid Nil

contact@totalsoccershow.com (TotalSoccerShow.com) — Thu, 28 Apr 2011 06:11:04 +0000

We review both the midweek Champions League semifinal first legs: Man Utd's 2-0 win away to Schalke (featuring an outstanding performance from Shalke keeper Manuel Neuer) and Barcelona's 2-0 win away to Real Madrid (featuring an outstanding goal by Leo Messi).

88 - How to Start a Soccer Team

contact@totalsoccershow.com (TotalSoccerShow.com) — Thu, 21 Apr 2011 19:30:47 +0000

The Total Soccer Show 11-a-side team is now 6 games into its inaugural season. We give ourselves a mid-term report and offer some tips and tricks on starting your own soccer team. We also discuss Real Madrid's win over Barcelona in the Copa Del Rey final and--prompted by a listener email--discuss the best way to take a penalty kick.

ET - City Win the Manchester Semi-Final, El Clasico Pt. 1 Ends Even, TSS On Winning Streak

contact@totalsoccershow.com (TotalSoccerShow.com) — Mon, 18 Apr 2011 02:29:00 +0000

Total Soccer Show striker and Manchester City fan Thad Williamson is in studio to discuss City's 1-0 FA Cup semi-final win over Manchester United. We also talk about the first of the four Clasicos, in which a late Cristiano Ronaldo penalty gave Real Madrid a 1-1 draw with Barcelona, analyze the Total Soccer Show's second win in a row and play an all-Manchester City player Wikipedia Game.

87 - The Referee Show

contact@totalsoccershow.com (TotalSoccerShow.com) — Thu, 14 Apr 2011 04:54:00 +0000

We have a real live referee in the studio with us as Scott Zawadzki sits down to give us a referee's perspective on the beautiful game. We ask why referees do what they do, what techniques referees use to control games (more to it than just cards, is the answer), how and when decisions are made, who Scott's refereeing role models are and more. We also ask Scott to watch a few video clips and give us his opinion on decisions like the penalty kick Charlie Davies' won for DC this past weekend and David Beckham's red card in 1998.

ET - Davies PK Earns DC a Draw, La Barra Brava Get Loud

contact@totalsoccershow.com (TotalSoccerShow.com) — Mon, 11 Apr 2011 20:29:29 +0000

Game of the week was DC's 1-1 draw with LA Galaxy, earned through a 90th minute Charlie Davies penalty kick. Taylor got post-match audio from the players, while Daryl found himself amongst the famous Barra Brava.

86 - Favourite Manager Moments

contact@totalsoccershow.com (TotalSoccerShow.com) — Thu, 07 Apr 2011 04:19:20 +0000

We celebrate VCU Rams basketball coach Shaka Smart with a show dedicated to managers: our favourite quotes, anecdotes, tactical changes, celebrations and more.

ET - Twente and Milan win, Team TSS lose, Dutch Wikipedia Game

contact@totalsoccershow.com (TotalSoccerShow.com) — Mon, 04 Apr 2011 05:07:00 +0000

Albert, Daryl and Taylor review Twente's table-topping 2-0 win over PSV in the Eredivisie, and offer some honest reactions to their first taste of Dutch league football this season. Second course is Milan's 2-0 win over Inter, featuring a goal-scoring, red-card-receiving cameo from Antonio Cassano. Third course is a heart-breaking 3-2 defeat for the back-in-action TSS 11-a-side team, and for dessert we have an all-Dutch player Wikipedia Game. Download, enjoy, share.

85 - USA v Paraguay Match Review, MLS Fantasy League, Correspondence/Game of the Week, and Trivia

contact@totalsoccershow.com (TotalSoccerShow.com) — Thu, 31 Mar 2011 03:11:00 +0000

Josh, Daryl, and Taylor break down the USA's 1-0 loss to Paraguay, discuss drunken idiots yelling at inappropriate times, review the weekend's MLS fantasy action, review Correspondence/Game of the Week, and give out this week's "Six Degrees of David Beckham" Challenge. Download and enjoy!

ET - USA 1-1 Argentina, With Post-Match Interviews

contact@totalsoccershow.com (TotalSoccerShow.com) — Mon, 28 Mar 2011 06:02:00 +0000

Albert and Daryl were in studio to discuss/debate the USA's 1-1 draw with Argentina, Taylor was at the game being all journalisty and getting post-match quotes from players.

84 - USA-Argentina Preview, Ochocinco in MLS, and Trivia Galore

contact@totalsoccershow.com (TotalSoccerShow.com) — Thu, 24 Mar 2011 02:48:00 +0000

On the newest episode of the Total Soccer Show (dubbed "Ocho Cuatro" to make Chad Ochocinco feel at home), the usual crew assembled in studio to preview the upcoming USA - Argentina friendly (and Albert treads a fine line between Bob Bradley support and Bob Bradley Rant Box).

Then it's on to the "correspondi" of the week. Firstly, NFL wide receiver Chad Ochocinco is currently in the process of trying out for Sporting KC. @rowansound asked "What other NFL stars would you like to see in MLS?" We give our answers which are more or less socially acceptible (Daryl, looking in your direction). We then debut "The Six Degrees of David Beckham Game" and play a little "Lightning Fill-In-The-Blank" (thanks to NPR's "Wait, Wait... Don't Tell Me" for inspiration. Download and enjoy!

DC United 3-1 Columbus Crew, Charlie Davies Interview, Madrid Derby

contact@totalsoccershow.com (TotalSoccerShow.com) — Mon, 21 Mar 2011 01:33:00 +0000

We review DC United's 3-1 win over Columbus Crew and share the interviews/clips Taylor recorded in the locker room after the game with Ben Olsen, Dax McCarty, Josh Wolff and man of the moment Charlie Davies. We also discuss the Madrid derby, the TSS fantasy league, and close with a quickfire round of the Wikipedia Game.

83 - MLS 2011 Eastern Conference Preview

contact@totalsoccershow.com (TotalSoccerShow.com) — Thu, 17 Mar 2011 03:26:38 +0000

Everything you need to know about the MLS Eastern Conference. We preview the players, coaches and teams tow watch, plus interviews with MLSSoccer.com's DC United beat writer Travis Clark, and Seeing Red co-host and New York Red Bull expert Dave Martinez.

ET - Man Utd 2-0 Arsenal

contact@totalsoccershow.com (TotalSoccerShow.com) — Mon, 14 Mar 2011 04:25:34 +0000

We discuss Manchester United's FA Cup win over Arsenal in depth, focusing on Alex Ferguson suprising starting lineup. We then discuss Team TSS's first ever CVSA defeat, and close with a Wikipedia Game featuring players who've played for either Fergie or Arsene Wenger.

82 - MLS 2011 Western Conference Preview, Gold Cup, Champions League

contact@totalsoccershow.com (TotalSoccerShow.com) — Thu, 10 Mar 2011 06:31:23 +0000

We get ready for MLS 2011 with a preview of the Western Conference. Now with 100% less Houston. We also discuss the 2011 Gold Cup "draw", how the USA could get back in that fun-looking Copa America tournament, and we recap all the midweek Champions League action. Also, it's back! We close with the Wikipedia Game.

ET - Juventus 0-1 Milan, TSS 3-1 Chester Crew

contact@totalsoccershow.com (TotalSoccerShow.com) — Sun, 06 Mar 2011 23:57:18 +0000

A show of two halves this week. In part one, Taylor and Albert review Milan's 1-0 win over Juventus and sing the praises of Rino Gattuso. In part two, Daryl and Josh are joined by Peyton Siddall to discuss the Total Soccer Show team's CVSA 11-a-side debut. Stick around to the end to find out about our MLS fantasy league.

81 - Videogame Tournament and a History of FIFA

contact@totalsoccershow.com (TotalSoccerShow.com) — Thu, 03 Mar 2011 05:38:38 +0000

On the heels of Josh's involvement in a local soccer videogame tournament, we assembled in studio to discuss the actual events of the tournament and to break down the FIFA videogame franchise. We discussed the history of the game, why it's more popular than other platforms, some of our favorite specific memories, and where we think the game is headed.

With those conversations in the books, we moved on to a new feature on the show: The Twitter Game. Taylor reads aloud a (seemingly) random Tweet from a famous footballer, and then gives three potential names (with only one correct answer). The guys then make an educated guess, points are awarded, and a winner is (hopefully) eventually declared.

ET - Dortmund 3 - Munich 1, Carling Cup Final, and MLS Playoffs

contact@totalsoccershow.com (TotalSoccerShow.com) — Mon, 28 Feb 2011 01:38:08 +0000

With Daryl absent, Josh, Albert, and Taylor did their best to soldier on and discussed Borussia Dortmund's victory over Bayern Munich. We discuss all the goals and whether or not Bastian Schweinsteiger was still drunk or just hung over (allegedly).

Then it's on to the Carling Cup Final, where Arsenal goalkeeper Wojciech Szczesny and centre-half Laurent Koscielny gifted Obafemi Martins and Birmingham City their first cup title in 48 years. We broke down what the win means for the competition in general and Birmingham in specific, and discussed where Arsenal go from here.

MLS announced changes to their already convoluted playoff structure. The trio discuss the changes and whether or not they're good for the league. And then, as always, it's the Wikipedia Game... with perhaps a bigger gaffe than the Szczesyn/Koscielny Incident. Download and enjoy!

80 - American English vs. British English, Grant Wahl

contact@totalsoccershow.com (TotalSoccerShow.com) — Thu, 24 Feb 2011 06:18:32 +0000

We compare American soccer terminology with English football terminology. Cleats vs. boots, overtime vs. extratime, outside back vs. fullback, and so on. What's the story behind the different phrases, and--more importantly--which one makes the most sense? We also discuss Grant Wahl's bid for the FIFA presidency and close out with the Wikipedia Game.

ET - Celtic 3-0 Rangers, Old Firm Derby

contact@totalsoccershow.com (TotalSoccerShow.com) — Mon, 21 Feb 2011 02:10:00 +0000

We were at Gus' at 7:30am Sunday morning to see Celtic beat Rangers 3-0 in the Old Firm Derby. We managed to have a quick chat with Dave N.C. Smith of the Central Virginia & Richmond Celtic Supporters and then headed to the studio to record. Also discussed: West Brom vs Wolves and the NBA Dunk Contest.

79 - Richmond Kickers, USL PRO 2011, Charlie Davies, MLS, Ronaldo

contact@totalsoccershow.com (TotalSoccerShow.com) — Thu, 17 Feb 2011 07:01:14 +0000

We interview Richmond Kickers director of soccer/head coach Leigh Cowlishaw, paying particular attention to the new USL PRO league and what that means for Richmond fans. We talk Charlie Davies making his deal with DC United official, the release of the MLS 2011 calendar and the retirement of Ronaldo. Last but never least, the show closes with the Wikipedia Game, hosted by Albert and his cold.

ET - Manchester Derby, Bradley's Villa Debut, Altidore's Bursaspor Debut

contact@totalsoccershow.com (TotalSoccerShow.com) — Mon, 14 Feb 2011 07:18:49 +0000

We discuss the Manchester derby, with emphasis on Wayne Rooney's goal. We also talk about two important American debuts: Michael Bradley for Aston Villa and Jozy Altidore for Bursaspor. We alsop discuss Mark Cuban's response to the Team America idea and close, as always, with the Wikipedia Game.

78 - CVSA Chat and Team America Redux

contact@totalsoccershow.com (TotalSoccerShow.com) — Thu, 10 Feb 2011 06:55:00 +0000

Very much a show of two halves. For the first 30 minutes we have Jesse Smith in the studio to discuss the Central Virginia Soccer Association, Virginia's largest adult soccer league. For the second 30 minutes we get hypothetical and consider the possibility of an American billionaire creating a Team America to compete in Europe. As always we close with the edge of the seat drama that is the Wikipedia Game.

77 - USA vs Egypt, Bradley, Altidore, Davies, Torres

contact@totalsoccershow.com (TotalSoccerShow.com) — Thu, 03 Feb 2011 20:03:00 +0000

We briefly discuss the inevitable cancellation of the Egypt vs USA friendly, then move on to talk Michael Bradley's loan move to Aston Villa, Jozy Altidore's loan to the Turkish champions, Freddy Adu's move to not the Turkish champions and the surprising news about Charlie Davies training with DC United. Then it's Torres, Suarez and Carrol, and Wikipedia Game to close.

ET - Asian Cup Final, Michael Bradley to Aston Villa, Fernando Torres to Chelsea

contact@totalsoccershow.com (TotalSoccerShow.com) — Mon, 31 Jan 2011 00:42:38 +0000

Our game of the week was the Asian Cup Final between Australia and Japan. We discuss Japan's win, then try and use the game as a yardstick for the USA's progress. We also talk Michael Bradley and his proposed loan move to Aston Villa (thumbs up all round) and Fernando Torres' impending Anfield departure.

76 - Best, Worst and Weirdest Transfers of All Time

contact@totalsoccershow.com (TotalSoccerShow.com) — Thu, 27 Jan 2011 05:43:37 +0000

To mark the end of the January transfer window we nominate our best, worst and weirdest transfers of all time. Then, for podcast ears only, we join the rest of the world in giving misogynistic duo Andy Gray and Richard Keys a verbal beat down, before closing with a paper-shuffling-tastic edition of the Wikipedia Game.

ET - USA 1-1 Chile Review

contact@totalsoccershow.com (TotalSoccerShow.com) — Mon, 24 Jan 2011 03:04:58 +0000

We discuss the USA's 1-1 draw with Chile, picking out who impressed us and who depressed us.

75 - USA v Chile Preview and King Eric Returns

contact@totalsoccershow.com (TotalSoccerShow.com) — Thu, 20 Jan 2011 04:31:48 +0000

Well, that's a three-quarters of a century of shows in the book, and what better way to mark the occasion than by discussing the USMNT's impending friendly with Chile. Daryl, Josh, and Taylor break down the USA roster and discuss their ideal eleven for Saturday evening's encounter at the Home Depot Center.

There's also some praise for Bob Bradley's willingness to experiment with his roster and a brief discussion on the game's broadcast situation (hint: FSC should pay their bills).

And then... the big news... King Eric returns... to the New York Cosmos... a team he never played for... or worked with in any way... BUT IT'S A RETURN NONETHELESS! The trio discuss the franchise as a whole, their plans for the future, and why (probably) David Beckham won't be involved.

Finally, as always, some Wikipedia Game to close it out (categories: players that played for the USA in 2010 and players that played for England in 2010). Download and enjoy!

ET - Man City 4-3 Wolves, MLS Draft

contact@totalsoccershow.com (TotalSoccerShow.com) — Sun, 16 Jan 2011 04:34:00 +0000

Our game of the week was Daryl's beloved Wolverhamton Wanderers versus Manchester City, which finished 4-3 to the more moneyed team. We also talk MLS draft and then close out with another round of the Wikipedia Game.

74 - US Players in the January Transfer Window

contact@totalsoccershow.com (TotalSoccerShow.com) — Thu, 13 Jan 2011 13:00:00 +0000

The January transfer window is open. Brrr. Feel that breeze. We discuss US players on the move, including Oguchi Onyewu's reunion with Michel Preud'homee and Edson Buddle's surprise move to Ingolwhatsit in Germany.

ET - Manchester United 1-0 Liverpool

contact@totalsoccershow.com (TotalSoccerShow.com) — Sun, 09 Jan 2011 23:03:00 +0000

Our Game of the Week was Manchester United vs Liverpool in the FA Cup 3rd Round. TSS co-host demographics are as follows: 50% Liverpool fans, 25% Manchester United fan, 25% innocent bystander. So we discuss the game from the perspective of both fans and neutrals. Either way, it wasn't pretty. That's your main course, and for dessert it's a Manchester United and Liverpool player version of The Wikipedia Game.

73 - Asian Cup Preview, USA Camp, Beckham Loan

contact@totalsoccershow.com (TotalSoccerShow.com) — Thu, 06 Jan 2011 04:54:00 +0000

In episode 73 we do a quick preview of Asian Cup 2011 (starts on Friday people) before discussing the USA training camp happening in California right now. Then, for podcast listeners only, we talk David Beckham's proposed loan move to Spurs and close - as usual - with the Wikipedia Game.

72 - 2010 Year in Review - Part 2

contact@totalsoccershow.com (TotalSoccerShow.com) — Thu, 30 Dec 2010 00:05:39 +0000

In the final episode of 2010, Josh, Daryl, and Taylor (Albert continues his North Carolina tour) gathered in studio to finish up their year in review. Topics discussed include USA Player of the Year, Most Interesting Off-Field Story, Most Notable Retirement or Death (a bit broad there, I know), Best Save/Defensive Play, and Goal of the Year. There's also a final 2010 round of the Wikipedia Game, pitting Josh against Taylor with Daryl serving as moderator. Let the bloodbath ensue...

71 - 2010 Year in Review - Part 1

contact@totalsoccershow.com (TotalSoccerShow.com) — Thu, 23 Dec 2010 03:23:31 +0000

With Albert somewhere in North Carolina, it was left to Daryl, Taylor, and Josh to conduct Part 1 of their "Year in Review", with topics including 1) Player of the Year, 2) Breakout Player of the Year, 3) Best Signing, 4) Worst Signing, and 5) Team of the Year. There's also a few extra bits at the end and a solid battle of The Wikipedia Game to close out the show. Download, enjoy, and Happy Holiday!!!!

ET - The Michael Bradley Show

contact@totalsoccershow.com (TotalSoccerShow.com) — Mon, 20 Dec 2010 03:34:32 +0000

Our game of the week was going to be Chelsea vs Manchester United. But then it snowed. So instead we watched Michael Bradley's Borussia Moenchengladbach lose 2-1 at home to Hamburg in the Bundesliga, paying particular attention to the US midfielder's performance.

70 - Yanks Abroad Mid-Term Report

contact@totalsoccershow.com (TotalSoccerShow.com) — Thu, 16 Dec 2010 06:21:14 +0000

We take a look at how American players are faring in Europe so far this season. The four of us take a position each (keepers, defenders, midfielders, forwards) and give our Best American Abroad so far this season, Worst American Abroad so far this season and our best Best U-23 Abroad. And by "Abroad" we mean Europe.

Also, stick around after the music for another round of the Wikipedia game.

ET - NCAA College Cup Review, Spurs 1-1 Chelsea, Wikipedia Game

contact@totalsoccershow.com (TotalSoccerShow.com) — Mon, 13 Dec 2010 02:01:00 +0000

Our game of the week is the College Cup, where Akron beat Louisville 1-0, our back-up game is Spurs 1-1 Chelsea, and we close with soon-to-be world famous Wikipedia Game. Download, listen, tell a friend.

Show 69 - NCAA Final Four (Patented) Preview and The Wikipedia Game

contact@totalsoccershow.com (TotalSoccerShow.com) — Thu, 09 Dec 2010 03:00:22 +0000

The usual foursome gather in studio to preview/analyze the NCAA Division I Soccer Final Four (Michigan, Akron, Louisville, and UNC). However, since approximately 0% of the group has been following college soccer this season, they use the TFSS Patented Preview System to analyze the teams and determine who'll be lifting the trophy this Sunday, December 12 at 4PM EST.

Then, stealing an idea from "Name That Tune"/"Doug Loves Movies", the Total Football Soccer Show unveils its newest (and perhaps best) idea: The Wikipedia Game. The players attempt to guess footballers based on random trivia and the number of teams they've played for... It makes a whole lot of sense once the game is underway, so just have faith and give it a listen. Go on.... DO IT!

ET - Schalke 2-0 Bayern, plus World Cup 2018/22 hosts

contact@totalsoccershow.com (TotalSoccerShow.com) — Mon, 06 Dec 2010 01:36:00 +0000

We make our first venture into the Bundesliga for our game of the week, to discuss Schalke's 2-0 win over Bayern. Then we reflect on the recent announcement of the World Cup 2018 and 2022 hosts.

68 - Women's World Cup 2011 Trivia

contact@totalsoccershow.com (TotalSoccerShow.com) — Thu, 02 Dec 2010 04:19:08 +0000

The World Cup hosts for 2018 and 2022 were announced Thrusday morning. But we recorded this show Wednesday. So... yeah. Good news is that the 2011 Women's World Cup groups were drawn on Monday, November 29th, so we go through all four groups and play our patented TFSS trivia game.

ET - El Clasico: Barcelona 5-0 Real Madrid. Dominación.

contact@totalsoccershow.com (TotalSoccerShow.com) — Tue, 30 Nov 2010 05:49:00 +0000

After the Thanksgiving hiatus, we're back with an Extra Time review of the incredible El Clasico game, in which Barcelona embarrassed Real Madrid 5-0, and shocked those of us (Albert) who expected more from Madrid. The podcast was recorded immediately after watching the game. At time of posting, Albert is yet to satisfy the terms of his bet with Taylor.

ET - MLS Cup Review and World Cup Bid Talk with ESPN's Jeff Carlisle

contact@totalsoccershow.com (TotalSoccerShow.com) — Tue, 23 Nov 2010 00:02:00 +0000

Hot on the heels of the Colorado Rapids' 2-1 overtime victory over FC Dallas in MLS Cup XV, Taylor called up Jeff Carlisle to get his take on the game, the goals, and Alexi Lalas' choice of hat. Mr. Carlisle (we're all about titles here on the podcast) also helped break down the rule changes for the coming season, the potential shift to the international calendar, and the USA's odds at landing the 2012 World Cup.

67 - USA Victorious and MLS Cup Preview

contact@totalsoccershow.com (TotalSoccerShow.com) — Thu, 18 Nov 2010 04:30:00 +0000

On Episode 67 (thank you Norman Whiteside), Daryl and Al met up in the studio to discuss the things they learned from the USA's 1-0 victory over South Africa (anti-American semi-terrorist threats feature in the discussion). Then, the regular foursome get together for a little discussion of the MLS Playoffs and this Sunday's MLS Cup Final between the Colorado Rapids and FC Dallas. And then, of course, IT'S TEE SHIRT TIIIIIME! Download and ejoy!

ET - Milan Derby, Zlatan Bingo

contact@totalsoccershow.com (TotalSoccerShow.com) — Mon, 15 Nov 2010 08:18:23 +0000

The Milan derby is our game of the week, but we talk mostly Zlatan. Also covered: Wolves, Liverpool, Man Utd. MLS Conference champs and US vs South Africa will be reviewed on Thursday.

66 - Greatest Comebacks, and MLS Playoffs

contact@totalsoccershow.com (TotalSoccerShow.com) — Thu, 11 Nov 2010 13:00:00 +0000

We pay tribute to Conan O'Brien's return to television by discussing the greatest comebacks of all time. Teams that overturned deficits, and players who returned from injury, suspension and kick-to-face related problems. We also discuss the MLS playoffs, with just four teams left in the hunt for MLS Cup 2010. Listen, enjoy, and check back Sunday for our Milan derby match review.

ET - Game(s) of the week - Lazio 0-2 Roma, Liverpool 2-0 Chelsea, Man Utd 2-1 Wolves

contact@totalsoccershow.com (TotalSoccerShow.com) — Mon, 08 Nov 2010 03:40:00 +0000

We're trying something new on TFSS. We're watching a game together every weekend, the chatting about it on Sunday night, then releasing as a podcast. Like this one. This weekend we overachieved and saw Lazio 2-0 Roma, Man Utd 2-1 Wolves and Liverpool 2-0 Chelsea. Downloand, listen, and tell your friends. Because we need the listeners.

65 - Fund Drive Football Trivia

contact@totalsoccershow.com (TotalSoccerShow.com) — Thu, 04 Nov 2010 16:47:00 +0000

It's Fall Fund Drive week at WRIR 97.3, so we've put together a special show themed around the fund drive phone number: 622-9747. We've broken that number down into individual digits and then competed over who has the best bit of numerical trivia. Loser takes a lap of the studio. Listen, enjoy, and then please donate to the station at wrir.org

64 - Politicians XI

contact@totalsoccershow.com (TotalSoccerShow.com) — Wed, 27 Oct 2010 21:10:00 +0000

With mid-term elections just days away in the US, we put our heads together and select a Politicians XI soccer team. That's a full 11-a-side football team made up of American politicans past and present. Dowload, listen, disagree. Then email your own suggestions for who should coach this team to soccer@wrir.org

ET - 2010 MLS Playoffs with ESPN's Jeff Carlisle

contact@totalsoccershow.com (TotalSoccerShow.com) — Tue, 26 Oct 2010 23:48:00 +0000

Taylor phoned up "show regular" Jeff Carlisle to do a full-on podcast preview of the 2010 MLS Playoffs. Jeff gave his round by round predictions, thoughts on the overall playoff structure, and said goodbye to the 2010 regular season. He refused to explain why he won't play FIFA '11, but did take the time to touch on the US Men's National Team, the influence of Jermaine Jones, and the potential for locker room bitterness. Download and enjoy!

ET - Adam Cristman Interview

contact@totalsoccershow.com (TotalSoccerShow.com) — Mon, 25 Oct 2010 03:01:00 +0000

Taylor chats with Mills Godwin and University of Virginia product, D.C. United's Adam Cristman about his time in MLS.

63 - MLS Playoff Trivia and That Boy Wayne Rooney

contact@totalsoccershow.com (TotalSoccerShow.com) — Thu, 21 Oct 2010 03:06:00 +0000

The usual foursome assemble in studio to discuss the end of the MLS regular season and, more specifically, the start of the 2010 Playoffs. However, not content to do a simple/logical breakdown of each team, they resort to a trivia competition as a means of discussing the eight teams that have qualified for the tournament.

Then, after the closing music fades out, there's another 20ish minutes of podcast glory, as the discussion turns to the topic of the hour/day/week: Wayne Rooney. The boy wants out, and the TFSS crew are here to discuss the who, what, where, when, and why of the overall issue... and Albert tries not to laugh with glee for a solid chunk of time. Download and enjoy... and don't forget to visit us on facebook (www.facebook.com/totalfootballsoccershow), on Twitter (twitter.com/soccershow), or even via email (soccer@wrir.org). Cheers!

62 - USA 0-0 Colombia: what we learned

contact@totalsoccershow.com (TotalSoccerShow.com) — Thu, 14 Oct 2010 03:21:00 +0000

We discuss the USA's 0-0 draw with Colombia. Questions raised include: Jermaine Jones - man or messiah? Alexi Lalas - pundit or parasite? And how many defensive mindfielders is too many?

ET: USA 2-2 Poland (with post-match interviews)

contact@totalsoccershow.com (TotalSoccerShow.com) — Sun, 10 Oct 2010 23:40:00 +0000

We discuss the USA's 2-2 draw with Poland. Josh was at the game with a press pass and microphone so we've got post-match player interviews galore, while Albert, Daryl and Taylor watched the game on TV. Twice.

ET - With ESPN's Leander Schaerlaeckens

contact@totalsoccershow.com (TotalSoccerShow.com) — Fri, 08 Oct 2010 16:01:00 +0000

Taylor talks money, money, money with ESPN writer Leander Schaerlaeckens, discussing the levels of debt in European football.

ET - Raphael Honigstein Interview

contact@totalsoccershow.com (TotalSoccerShow.com) — Thu, 07 Oct 2010 17:41:00 +0000

Forgive the rhyming title... it couldn't be helped. Anyway, in anticipation of the impending Euro 2010 Qualifier between Germany and Turkey, Taylor got on the phone with Raphael Honigstein (of Sports Illustrated/The Guardian/Süddeutsche Zeitung fame) to discuss Turks in Germany, the German National team, the Bundesliga itself, and the status of the Americans playing in the league. Download, enjoy, and whatever you do... don't trust Wikipedia!!!

61 - Movie Characters XI

contact@totalsoccershow.com (TotalSoccerShow.com) — Thu, 07 Oct 2010 05:47:00 +0000

We had so much fun doing our ultimate indoor team on show 60 that this week we decided to put together a Movie Character Football Team. That's an entire first XI made up of fictional movie characters. Characters mentioned include Agent J, Anton Sigur and - unfortunately - Lieutenant John McClane. Also, listen out for t-shirt competition details towards the end of the show.

60 - Best Indoor Team Ever?

contact@totalsoccershow.com (TotalSoccerShow.com) — Wed, 29 Sep 2010 21:00:00 +0000

As long time listeners will know, TFSS fields a 7-a-side team every Wednesday at SCOR. Since we're currently bottom of our division, we decided to draft in some professional reinforcements. Only question is: who? So Albert, Daryl, Josh and Taylor do a fantasy draft and debate which players should be added to the team. Incredibly, Cristiano Ronaldo doesn't make the cut.

59 - The A-League Trivia Show!

contact@totalsoccershow.com (TotalSoccerShow.com) — Thu, 23 Sep 2010 03:29:00 +0000

After displaying an alarming lack of knowledge about Australia last week, we over-compensate this week with an A-League trivia show.

TFSS Plus - Extra USA World Cup Bid Discussion, Jeff Carlisle on MLS

contact@totalsoccershow.com (TotalSoccerShow.com) — Thu, 16 Sep 2010 03:54:00 +0000

If you've already heard our discussion of the various World Cup 2018/22 bids and interview with ESPN's Jeff Carlisle in show 58, then settle in for some extra content focusing on the USA bid, plus the full Jeff Carlisle interview, talking Major League Soccer.

58 - The USA World Cup Bid (with ESPN'S Jeff Carlisle)

contact@totalsoccershow.com (TotalSoccerShow.com) — Thu, 16 Sep 2010 03:46:00 +0000

This week, the regular foursome (well, Taylor) are joined on the phone by ESPN's Jeff Carlisle to discuss the potential hosts/bidders for the 2018 and 2022 World Cup (the USA figures prominently). After that, the guys attempt to analyze the USA's four main rivals for the 2022 Cup (Australia, Korea, Japan, and Qatar). Albert gets philosophical/technical at the end... androids, holograms, and Korean unification also get mentions... So be sure to listen and be sure to compete in our "find a better USA bid slogan than the one they already have" contest!!!

TFSS Plus - Talking MLS with DC United fans, plus why soccer is better than football

contact@totalsoccershow.com (TotalSoccerShow.com) — Thu, 09 Sep 2010 20:49:00 +0000

45 minutes of extra chat with DC United fans Richard Hayes, Pedro Aida and Travis Dise, who were our gustes on Episode 57. We talk a little more DC, a lot more MLS, and list our reasons why soccer is better than football.

57 - DC United Fans

contact@totalsoccershow.com (TotalSoccerShow.com) — Thu, 09 Sep 2010 05:37:00 +0000

We were lucky enough to have Richmond Supporters of DC United die-hards Richard Hayes, Pedro Aida and Travis Dise in the studio. We talk about DC United's season, roster, Jaime Moreno, Ben Olsen, Designated Players, fans and more.

This show is 28 minutes long, but there's an extra 45 minutes in the podcast, covering MLS in general and... Why Soccer is Better Than Football. Said podcast will be posted here soon.

TFSS Plus: Bob Bradley Rehired

contact@totalsoccershow.com (TotalSoccerShow.com) — Thu, 02 Sep 2010 14:00:00 +0000

Extra podcast to go with the radio show this week, where we discuss US Soccer's decision to retain Bob Bradley until 2014. We discuss the pros and cons politely, then argue a bit, and then make nice again.

56 - Champions League Minnows Trivia

contact@totalsoccershow.com (TotalSoccerShow.com) — Thu, 02 Sep 2010 05:21:00 +0000

Everyone previews the Champions League by discussing the big teams. We went the other way by competitively quizzing each other on the smallest team in each Champions Legue group.

55 - The Renaissance Man, Man City, Richmond Kickers, Richmond Rebels

contact@totalsoccershow.com (TotalSoccerShow.com) — Thu, 26 Aug 2010 04:02:00 +0000

Albert returns! That's right, the co-host (apparently still alive) made his triumphant return to broadcasting on Wednesday night, and was joined by the regulars (Daryl, Josh, and Taylor) as well as all-round Renaissance Man, Mr. Thad Williamson. The group discussed their new indoor team (and its apparent propensity to regurgitate), Manchester City, The Richmond Rebels, the Richmond Kickers, and a whole lot more. So tune in/download and enjoy!

Find TFSS on Facebook.

Subscribe to TFSS via iTunes.

Read Thad's blog at Manchester City Offside.

54 - Why the CVSA is Better than the Premier League

contact@totalsoccershow.com (TotalSoccerShow.com) — Wed, 18 Aug 2010 23:26:00 +0000

Jesse Smith, President of the Central Virginia Soccer Association, is in the studio. We talk amateur Richmond soccer and find out how the CVSA makes it happen. Jesse then joins Josh, Taylor and Daryl to list reasons why the CVSA is better then the English Premier League. For serious. (Not really for serious, but it's a surprisingly convincing list.)

TFSS Plus - Selfish Premier League Preview

contact@totalsoccershow.com (TotalSoccerShow.com) — Thu, 12 Aug 2010 16:53:00 +0000

We preview the Premier League from a very selfish perspective, focusing on the clubs each of us supports. That's Wolves (Daryl), Liverpool (Josh) and Manchester United (Taylor).

53 - Yanks in Europe Part Deux - August 12, 2010

contact@totalsoccershow.com (TotalSoccerShow.com) — Thu, 12 Aug 2010 05:07:00 +0000

52 - Yanks in Europe

contact@totalsoccershow.com (TotalSoccerShow.com) — Thu, 05 Aug 2010 15:21:00 +0000

This is our 52nd weekly show, which means the Total Football Soccer Show is now one year old. Yay us. To celebrate we spend the show talking about Americans playing in Europe. But because we crave structure, we've set it up as a bracket with the goal of determining which Euro-based Yank is looking best for the 2010/11 season.

Additional news: We're starting a Total Football Soccer Show indoor team. If you live in Richmond (or don't, but love commuting) and are interested in playing then email us at soccer[at]wrir[dot]org

Additional additional news: TFSS is now being featured on the Richmond.com website. Read our first Total Football Soccer Show article here.

Total Football Soccer Show - Episode 51 - The Forbidden Team

contact@totalsoccershow.com (TotalSoccerShow.com) — Thu, 29 Jul 2010 05:00:00 +0000

With Daryl away on holiday and Josh watching baseball/drinking, Taylor headed to the studio at 12:00AM Thursday morning to make a transatlantic phone call. The reason? He needed to wake up his new Danish friend, Arnold Kroeigaard, who also happens to be one of the directors of the brilliant documentary"The Forbidden Team". Despite it being a late night/early morning for dear Mr. Kroeigaard, he roused himself from a peaceful slumber to discuss the unofficial Tibetan National Team, their origin, relations with China (or lack thereof), and 2001 friendly with Greenland. Danish football is discussed for approximately 30 seconds and, to close out the show, Taylor has an important announcement! Here's a hint: it's about soccer... or football... whichever you prefer.

50 - The World Cup Is Over... What Do We Do Now?

contact@totalsoccershow.com (TotalSoccerShow.com) — Wed, 21 Jul 2010 23:13:00 +0000

With the final whistle having been blown for the World Cup in South Africa, Taylor, Daryl, and Josh met in studio to discuss what to do now. Or, perhaps more accurately, attempt to give the listeners ideas for how to treat their soccer habits. Topics include where to watch, how to watch, and who to watch. It's a bit of a "Soccer for Newbies" episode, so apologies to our hardcore fans who will no doubt smirk at the suggestion that teams in England (other than United) offer quality soccer.

49 - Point-Counterpoint World Cup Wrap-Up

contact@totalsoccershow.com (TotalSoccerShow.com) — Thu, 15 Jul 2010 03:53:00 +0000

On the 49th episode of The Total Football Soccer Show, the boys compete in a World Cup Wrap-Up, point-counterpoint style. Using questions posted on the Facebook page (www.facebook.com/totalfootballsoccershow), moderator/dictator Taylor asked Josh and Daryl simple(ish) questions and then awarded points based on the eloquence, thoroughness, and overall pandering nature of their argument. Daryl's murderous dog, Josh's offers of nudity, and tackiest joke possible are all included as well. Download and enjoy!

TFSS Plus - World Cup Final review, July 11th

contact@totalsoccershow.com (TotalSoccerShow.com) — Mon, 12 Jul 2010 03:59:00 +0000

Not longer after the full time whistle of the World Cup 2010 final had blown, Josh, Taylor and Daryl plugged in three mics, sat around a table, and reviewed Spain's 1-0 win over the Netherlands.

Total Football Soccer Show Episode 48 - World Cup Semifinal Review, Final Preview

contact@totalsoccershow.com (TotalSoccerShow.com) — Thu, 08 Jul 2010 02:49:00 +0000

Taylor, Daryl and Josh (returned from South Africa) look back at the quarterfinals and Luis Suarez' handball, review the semifinals, and preview the final between Netherlands and Spain. Also covered: Gio van Bronckhorst's potential World Cup final headbutt, wearing golden shoes, and a proposed two drink minimum for World Cup players.

TFSS Plus - World Cup semifinal preview with Jan Roskott from Netherlands World Cup Blog

contact@totalsoccershow.com (TotalSoccerShow.com) — Tue, 06 Jul 2010 06:12:00 +0000

Jan Roskott from Netherlands World Cup Blog is a guest on the show, offering his insights into the Dutch team in advance of the Netherlands vs Uruguay World Cup semi-final.

Total Football Soccer Show 47 - World Cup Quarter-Finals Preview

contact@totalsoccershow.com (TotalSoccerShow.com) — Thu, 01 Jul 2010 03:18:00 +0000

Taylor and Daryl (still sans Albert et Josh) discuss the highs and lows of the World Cup Round of 16, and preview the maginfique looking quarter-final games. Not sure why there are so many French words in this description. Maybe we just felt there needed to be more France in the knockouts?

TFSS Plus - USA, England Post Mortem - Part II

contact@totalsoccershow.com (TotalSoccerShow.com) — Wed, 30 Jun 2010 02:37:00 +0000

The England and USA World Cup 2010 horses are most definitely dead. But we felt the need to beat them some more. Just to make sure they were all the way dead. We discussed mostly USA in part one, which aired on WRIR, but felt both teams - especially England - warranted a part two in a hastily assembled, unedited podcast. So that's what this is.

But seriously, we're done now. Obviously we'll talk about USA and England in the future, but for Thursday's show we plan to focus on some of the other 30 teams in World Cup 2010.

Total Football Soccer Show - Episode 46 - USA, England, And A Whole Lot of Sad - Part I

contact@totalsoccershow.com (TotalSoccerShow.com) — Wed, 30 Jun 2010 02:35:00 +0000

In Part 1 of the podcast, Daryl and Taylor are joined by USA fan/soccer fanatic Marty Wegbreit to break down the World Cup performances of the United States and England (respectively). Topics include Marty's strong dislike of Bob Bradley (Albert would be proud), the overall team's shortcomings, the various bright spots, and a final thank you/farewell to the overall squad. Then we use the final six minutes of the show to mock England/allow Daryl to semi-vent/semi-cry. Good stuff all around!

Total Football Soccer Show - Episode 45 - USA, USA, USA... and england...

contact@totalsoccershow.com (TotalSoccerShow.com) — Thu, 24 Jun 2010 03:28:00 +0000

With Albert somewhere up north (probably inebriated) and Josh somehwere in South Africa (definitely inebriated), only Taylor and Daryl are left in studio to discuss Wednesday's big matchups (at least, if you're American or English). Topics include Landon Donovan being awesome, Bob Bradley being smart, Landon Donovan being awesome, the importance of the 1-0 win over Algeria to the development of American soccer, and also that England team as well... Just a reminder that you can also follow on the show on facebook (facebook.com/totalfootballsoccershow) or on twitter (@soccershow). So... uh... do that!

TFSS Plus - Phone call, the day after USA 2-2 Slovenia, England 0-0 Algeria

contact@totalsoccershow.com (TotalSoccerShow.com) — Sun, 20 Jun 2010 05:54:00 +0000

With Josh, Albert and Taylor all out of town, Daryl was alone in the studio the day after USA 2-2 Slovenia, England 0-0 Algeria.

So he called Taylor and recorded their conversation. And then released it as a podcast. Which actually turned out OK. He thinks.

Seriously now, if you listen to only one segment of this show, go straight to the 40:00 mark for a special guest appearance by Taylor's girlfriend Margaret's cousin. Podcast gold.

Total Football Soccer Show - Episode 44 - USA 1-1 England, Honeymoons, and other World Cup business

contact@totalsoccershow.com (TotalSoccerShow.com) — Thu, 17 Jun 2010 05:01:00 +0000

Albert, Daryl and Taylor were in studio to discuss USA 1-1 England. Again. But also to talk about the World Cup so far, and general impressions now that every team has played once.

TFSS Plus England 1-1 USA, post game discussion (plus other World Cup talk)

contact@totalsoccershow.com (TotalSoccerShow.com) — Mon, 14 Jun 2010 12:19:00 +0000

Albert, Daryl and Taylor watched the USA vs England game together on Saturday, then sat down to discuss it soberly on Sunday.

TFSS Plus: Communal World Cup Bracket

contact@totalsoccershow.com (TotalSoccerShow.com) — Fri, 11 Jun 2010 00:59:00 +0000

With just one day to go before World Cup 2010 kick off (I did a pun!) your four co-hosts sat around a big table and did their communal World Cup bracket. Using World Cup Blog's Bracket generator to make sure there were no mistakes, we went group by group then round by round until we arrived at a winner.

There was some lively debate, and more than a few off topic insults. But everyone shook hands afterwards and agreed on our eventual winner. And Samuel Eto'o's goal haul. And that the real winner here is geography. That last bit will make sense after you listen to the show.

The Total Football Soccer Show - Episode 43 - USA vs England preview, plus Luke Moore (from The Football Ramble) interview

contact@totalsoccershow.com (TotalSoccerShow.com) — Thu, 10 Jun 2010 05:07:00 +0000

In the final radio show before World Cup kickoff, the boys preview the big USA vs England game. As usual it's one England fan (Daryl) versus three US fans (Albert, Josh, Taylor). Unfair. There's also a phone interview with Luke Moore of popular London based podcast The Football Ramble. So that evens things up a bit.

We should also have a bonus podcast published tomorrow, in which all four of us do our World Cup bracket together. So check back tomorrow for that.

Indy Media Live TFSS Takeover - World Cup for Dummies

contact@totalsoccershow.com (TotalSoccerShow.com) — Tue, 08 Jun 2010 18:50:00 +0000

Rebecca Faris from Indy Media Live was kind enough to invite us onto her show to talk about the absolute basics of this whole World Cup thingy.

Unfortunately Rebecca couldn't make it, and so Taylor, Albert and Daryl filled in/took over Indy Media Live for 30 minutes of live radio and World Cup talk on Richmond Independent Radio. Turns out live radio is both terrifying and fun at the same time. Like a roller coaster with loose bolts.

Regular show to follow on Thursday, where we'll be looking forward to the England vs USA game.

The Total Football Soccer Show - Episode 42 - USA v Turkey - Hooliganism and Interviews

contact@totalsoccershow.com (TotalSoccerShow.com) — Thu, 03 Jun 2010 04:45:00 +0000

On this week's show, the boys report on their pilgrimmage to Philly to watch the USA take on Turkey. Daryl, Albert, and Josh discuss tailgating and life in Sam's Army, while Taylor managed to stay sober long enough to cover the game AND get some interviews with a few of the USMNT players. The stanky leg, Tim Howard screaming, and Onyewu's knee all get a mention on this week's episode of The Total Football Soccer Show.

TFSS Plus - An Interview With Harrison Stark

contact@totalsoccershow.com (TotalSoccerShow.com) — Thu, 03 Jun 2010 04:38:00 +0000

On a special edition of The Total Football Soccer Show, Taylor gets on the line with Harrison Stark (one half of the team behind the new book "The World Cup 2010: The Indispensable Guide to Soccer and Geopolitics." The boys discuss the role of soccer in geopolitics, strategies for selecting a World Cup winner, the safety of South Africa, and a whole lot more. North Korea even gets an extended mention! So download and enjoy... and pick up a copy of the book if you want to consider yourself well informed about the World Cup!

The Total Football Soccer Show - Episode 41 (extended) - USA World Cup Roster, plus Leigh Cowlishaw interview

contact@totalsoccershow.com (TotalSoccerShow.com) — Thu, 27 May 2010 06:50:00 +0000

Bob Bradley named his USA World Cup roster on Wednesday, so the boys discuss the 23 names position by position, and try to work out how the words Robbie and Findley got on there.

There's also an interview with Leigh Cowlishaw, head coach and director of soccer for USL2's Richmond Kickers. Coach Cowlishaw talks about World Cup bound ex-Kicker Tim Brown and reveals where his own USA vs England loyalties lie.

This is an extended version of the show broadcast on WRIR Thursday May 27th, with a good 20 minutes of extra USA related discussion and several jokes that we couldn't air on the radio. Not so much because they were rude. More that they just weren't very funny. Enjoy!

Last but not least, the four of us will be at the USA vs Turkey friendly in Philadelphia this Saturday May 29th, so if anyone is interested in meeting up then please email us at soccer[at]wrir[dot]org

TFSS Plus - Whiskey, Beer, and then Further Whiskey

contact@totalsoccershow.com (TotalSoccerShow.com) — Thu, 20 May 2010 12:16:00 +0000

In anticipation of the USA v England match on June 12, the guys discuss their ideal pre-game preparations, including beer, cocktails, food, music, and video clips... Oh, and Daryl apparently feeds on tears. Make a note of that.

The Total Football Soccer Show - Episode 40 - World Cup Group H Preview

contact@totalsoccershow.com (TotalSoccerShow.com) — Thu, 20 May 2010 02:38:00 +0000

In the final World Cup 2010 preview, the guys take a look at Group H (Chile, Honduras, Spain, and Switzerland), and use their "formula" to determine which two teams will be advancing. The most terrifying movie character ever, curling, The Queen, and a coin flip all play their parts. Download and enjoy!

The Total Football Soccer Show - Episode 39 - USA World Cup Prelimary Roster

contact@totalsoccershow.com (TotalSoccerShow.com) — Thu, 13 May 2010 15:31:00 +0000

No time for a World Cup group preview this week, because the big news was the announcement of the USA's preliminary 30 man World Cup roster. The boys go through position by position to dicuss Bob Bradley's choices, and also attempt to do Bradley's job and cut the roster down to 23.

There 31 other teams named their prelimiary World Cup squads too, so there's an additional podcast exclusive (meaning it wasn't good enough to go on the radio) discussion of other team's choices too.

The Total Football Soccer Show - Episode 38 - World Cup Group G Preview

contact@totalsoccershow.com (TotalSoccerShow.com) — Thu, 06 May 2010 02:06:00 +0000

On this week's episode, the boys are back to discussing the World Cup groups after taking a week off for nostalgic purposes. This week it's Group G (Brazil, Ivory Coast, North Korea, Portugal) with conversations involving the role of reggae in the downfall of apartheid, the New York Cosmos, useful tidbits regarding the metric system, and a whole lot more. Listen and enjoy... unless you're Kim Jong-Il... then you might want to pass on this one...

The Total Football Soccer Show - Episode 37 - World Cup Memories And A Pledge Drive

contact@totalsoccershow.com (TotalSoccerShow.com) — Thu, 29 Apr 2010 01:58:00 +0000

The boys take a break from previewing the World Cup to attempt to raise money for the radio station that allows them to spend way too much time recording a socccer show. They also take a look down memory lane and discuss their favorite World Cup memories, least favorite memories, and all-time favorite games. As always, the show is produced at WRIR Studios in Richmond, VA.

The Total Football Soccer Show - Episode 36 - World Cup Group F Preview

contact@totalsoccershow.com (TotalSoccerShow.com) — Thu, 22 Apr 2010 18:18:00 +0000

Four men, four teams. World Cup 2010 Group F (Italy, New Zealand, Paraguay and Slovakia) is previewed, as we weigh up what each team has to offer and attempt to determine which two will progress. Warning: features a dramatic finale. Not recommended for those of a nervous disposition.

The Total Football Soccer Show - Episode 35 - World Cup Group E Preview

contact@totalsoccershow.com (TotalSoccerShow.com) — Thu, 15 Apr 2010 05:00:00 +0000

This week, the boys are in studio to once again put their points system to the test and decide which two teams from World Cup Group E (Cameroon, Denmark, Japan, and Netherlands) will progress to the knockout rounds. If that's not enough, then I can offer the following: The Asian Jose Mourinho, A Geriatric Goal Scorer, Predator 2, and Celebrity Disqualifications. Download and enjoy!

TFSS Plus - Freddy Adu, Michael Bradley, Sofia Coppola and Ketchup

contact@totalsoccershow.com (TotalSoccerShow.com) — Thu, 15 Apr 2010 04:58:00 +0000

Another episode of Total Football Soccer Show Plus, in which we discuss the US national team in a rather casual way. European vs US diets are compared, Albert shares an intriguing analogy about goalscoring, and we start an unfouded rumor about a Barack Obama inspired Brian McBride international comeback. Last but certainly not least: Michael Bradley, and why he deserves a little more love from US fans.

The Total Football Soccer Show - Episode 34 - World Cup Group D Preview

contact@totalsoccershow.com (TotalSoccerShow.com) — Thu, 08 Apr 2010 13:00:00 +0000

Daryl, Albert, Taylor and Josh (that's your four co-hosts in ascending order of how excited they are for the baseball season) preview World Cup 2010 Group D, which consists of Germany, Serbia, Ghana and Australia.

TFSS Plus - USA v Algeria - Premature Preview

contact@totalsoccershow.com (TotalSoccerShow.com) — Thu, 08 Apr 2010 12:00:00 +0000

In this week's episode of The USA World Cup Blog Podcast, Albert, Josh, Daryl, and Taylor are in studio to discuss the USA's final opponent in Group C: Algeria. Josh previews the North African side, and gives us insight as to how they stack up against their American opponents.

The conversation then shifts to the news of the day (well... of last week), and Jermaine Jones, Sunil Gulati, and a knife fight to the death all feature. Download and enjoy!

TFSS Plus - USA vs Slovenia Premature Preview

contact@totalsoccershow.com (TotalSoccerShow.com) — Thu, 08 Apr 2010 10:00:00 +0000

For the second of our USA Group C previews, we see how the predicted USA starting XI compares with our predicted Slovenia starting XI. Also discussed: Landon Donovan's return to MLS, Jozy Altidore's career progression and Clint Dempsey's chip vs Juventus. Recorded March 24th, 2010.

TFSS Plus - USA vs England Premature Preview

contact@totalsoccershow.com (TotalSoccerShow.com) — Thu, 08 Apr 2010 09:00:00 +0000

It's three Americans vs one Englishman in the studio, but 11 vs 11 on the field. We preview the big game by stacking up the predicted USA starting XI against the predicted England starting XI. Also, the "Albert Ottati Rant Box" is debuted. If you've been looking for an angry audio tirade against Bob Bradley, then you're in luck. This podcast was recorded March 18th.

The Total Football Soccer Show - Episode 33 - World Cup 2010 Group C Preview

contact@totalsoccershow.com (TotalSoccerShow.com) — Mon, 05 Apr 2010 02:15:00 +0000

Taylor, Albert, Josh, and Daryl preview World Cup 2010 Group C (Algeria, England, Slovenia, and The United States), and use their highly scientific method to decide which two teams will progress to the knockout rounds.

The Total Football Soccer Show - Episode 32 - MLS 2010 Preview.mp3

contact@totalsoccershow.com (TotalSoccerShow.com) — Wed, 24 Mar 2010 13:19:00 +0000

Taylor, Albert, Josh and Daryl preview MLS 2010 by discussing the strike that never was, the league rules they'd change if given the power, their players to watch this season and the things they're most looking forward to.

The Total Football Soccer Show - Episode 31 - World Cup 2010 Preview - Group B

contact@totalsoccershow.com (TotalSoccerShow.com) — Wed, 17 Mar 2010 13:25:00 +0000

Preview of World Cup 2010 Group B in which the four co-hosts compare the credentials of Nigeria, South Korea, Argentina and Greece based on very serious scientific criteria. Like who has the best nickname and national anthem.

The Total Football Soccer Show - Show 30 - World Cup 2010 Preview Group A

contact@totalsoccershow.com (TotalSoccerShow.com) — Wed, 10 Mar 2010 17:30:00 +0000

Taylor, Albert, Josh, and Daryl preview World Cup 2010 Group A (France, Mexico, South Africa, Uruguay), and use their highly scientific method to decide which two teams will progress to the knockout rounds.