Cincy PostCast - An ”FC Cincinnati” Podcast

The Chief, Kevin, and Grayson round up the offseason week that was for FC Cincinnati starting off with another installment of in the XI, out of the 18. Then the first Film Room segment of the offseason with a very... not soccer movie. In part three the AO board drama and USMNT roster is picked over. Timestamps: (5:10) - In the 11, out of the 18 (37:32) - The Film Room (1:02:38) - FC Cincinnati Roster News (1:20:17) - AO National and the USMNT

Grayson, The Chief, and Kevin are still going through the offseason! Part 1 is what is in their XI and out of their 18, it'll make sense when you hear it. Part 2 is FC Cincinnati roster moves so far and who will be protected in the Expansion Draft next week, and finally MLS news round up including Apple's media rights details, MLS CUP Parking, and more! Timestamps: (5:40) - In the 11, out of the 18 (41:43) - FC Cincinnati Roster Moves / Expansion Draft (1:20:22) - MLS News Roundup

Kevin, Grayson, and The Chief commiserate after the loss to Philadelphia Union in the playoff. is it ok to treat this year as a moral victory? The Post disagrees. In part two the FC Cincinnati roster is run down and player are run out of town. Part three is listen questions, rule changes, fandom evolutions, and it all wraps up with 3 DPs of KLR segments. Timestamps (1:00) - The playoff exit (48:42) - Who's leaving The FC (1:22:35) - Listener questions (1:46:08) - Remembering Knifey Lion Radio

Kevin, Grayson, and The Chief are hyped as heck about The FC's playoff victory over the New York Red Bulls. Reactions, analysis, etc, etc of the match in Harrison, New Jersey. In Part 2, we glance at how the bracket is shaking out and do our best to predict the Philadelphia match based on the previous two encounters between Noonan and Curtin this season. Timestamps: (11:37) - New York Red Bull Match (57:24) - Other MLS Playoff Matches (1:04:05) - Philadelphia Match (1:16:30) - Philadelphia Predictions

Grayson, The Chief, and Kevin can't stop talking this episode about the playoffs, a winning FC Cincinnati team, the New York Red Bull match, and what a season it was. Joining the pod in part 2 is the Cincinnati Enquirer's Pat Brennan on what it's like to finally cover a good MLS team and he drops a scorching hot take. Finally we wrap it up with some good ol fashioned predictions (spoiler: we're winning the whole f'ing thing) Timestamps: (1:13) - DC Reactions (11:35) - Season Reactions (50:29) - Pat Brennan Interview (1:35:43) - Playoff Predictions

Kevin, The Chief, and Grayson run down the final few days of FC Cincinnati's 2022 MLS season. What to look for during decision day, what the hell happened against Chicago, the DC match ahead and more. Columbus Crew missing their rent and Apple, maybe, pushing MLS to add a 4th DP spot. Timestamps: (11:20) - Decision Day table is set (24:30) - Chicago Match Reactions (42:40) - DC United (54:50) - Columbus Crew misses Rent (1:05:15) - A 4th DP spot!? (1:15:46) - Decision Day final thoughts

Kevin, The Chief, and Grayson discuss the FC Cincinnati - Seattle match. Was a draw a good result against a depleted team who picks up a red card? Individual performances are scrutinized and Roman Celentano gets even more praise. We also run the numbers of playoff scenarios, what you need to be watching for this weekend in order to celebrate a playoff clinch at home. Part 2 (of 2) wraps with a USMNT discussion and again wanting you to know that we'll be keeping the PostCast going through the end of the year and will pivot to talking about the World Cup and of course any FC Cincinnati news that pops up along way. Timestamps: (11:30) - Seattle match review/reaction (41:40) - Playoff Maths (50:13) - USMNT horror window (1:15:45) - BuskBoy Promise

The Chief, Kevin, and (making his long anticipated return) Grayson talk about FC Cincinnati's professional 2-1 win over RSL. Every game from here on out is a playoff game and does FCC have what it takes to make a run? We run the playoff numbers! Then we look around the internet for what's good and find an FC Cincinnati politics thread on reddit and Eloy Room, Columbus Crew's keeper, clapping back at Crew fans on twitter. Timestamps: (12:12) - RSL match recap (45:50) - The playoff race (1:04:27) - Seattle Match (1:08:56) - FC Cincinnati politics Reddit thread (1:35:24) - Eloy Room claps back at Crew fans online

Kevin and The Chief (we assume Grayson is still out there, somewhere) talk the annihilation of the San Jose Earthquakes by FC Cincinnati. Celentano having a helluva season, Brenner's Hat Trick, and the emergence of Kubo as a super super-sub. In part two the playoff race heats up and what to cheer for this weekend around the Eastern Conference. And in Part 3 we lay to rest Brandon Vazquez's hopes of going to Qatar, but are happy he won't have to wear THAT kit. Timestamps: (1:18) - Oktoberfest (12:22) - San Jose Reactions (338:27) - EPL All-Star Game (51:36) - Playoff Race TV Guide (1:10:24) - USMNT snubs Vazquez (1:24:30) -National Team Kit Talk

Kevin and the Chief take a crack at the week that was for FC Cincinnati including the Charlotte win, the NYCFC draw, the latest referee-based controversy, and where that leaves The FC in the playoff hunt. Also touching on the US Open Cup final being held at the same time as MLS and USL matches, and finally a little grab bag of topics including wooden spoon math and Ochocinco's new gig. Timestamps: (10:49) - Charlotte Match (25:54) - NYCFC Match (1:06:28) - US Open Cup Final (1:23:20) - Chad Johnson's new job (1:27:22) - Wooden Spoon Avoidance Scenarios (1:35:15) - Playoff Race Projections

The Chief, Grayson, and Kevin discuss Hell is Real, the refereeing, twitter backlash to the bad calls, and basically just vent about the match. At the end there is talk about the national team, then a few other random items in there thanks to people who didn't want us to just be sad on the podcast. Timestamps: (0:58) - Hell is Real (1:00:58) - Not Hell is Real

Kevin, Grayson, and the Chief sit down for a meaty episode. Part 1 is the NYRB review that was full of weird VAR choices. A new goalkeeper is signed, Mata is back at training, and Vazquez inked a longterm deal. In Part 2 we have Andrew Wiedeman on the podcast talking about how a generation Adidas contract actually works, his recruitment to Cincinnati, the famous Open Cup run, and yes we asked about Djiby. Finally in Part 3 we talk a little dynamic pricing and easily the best version of Soccer Blog Book Club. Timestamps: (3:16) - NYRB Review (16:19) - Playoff standings (25:30) - Roster moves (31:40) - Andrew Wiedeman interview (1:25:29) - Hell is Real Pricing (1:30:59) - Hell is Real Soccer Blog Book Club Book Club Article: https://www.insidehook.com/article/sports/chants-cheers-beers-nordecke-diehard-fans-american-sports

Kevin, Grayson, and The Chief go back over the Atlanta United draw and amazingly don't launch directly into referee critiques. But they get there eventually. In Part 2 an MLS grab bag of topics including capos, EPL transfers, and another installment of Soccer Blog Book Club. Finally in Part 3 a look at the NYRB match this weekend. Timestamps: (3:40) - Atlanta United Draw (20:26) - VAR/Ref Talk (33:14) - MLS Capos Chucking Water (39:41) - Vazquez to Leeds United? (50:54) - Soccer Blog Book Club (1:21:20) - New York Red Bull Preview

Grayson, The Chief, and Kevin dive into FC Cincinnati's thrashing of the Philadelphia Union, sing the praises of everyone on the field, and fail to find a flaw. In part two the discussion is Lucho and Vazquez's future with The FC and does Vazquez need to be a DP? Timestamps: Part 1 (3:11) - Philadelphia Union Match (28:05) Roman Celentano's transfer value Part 2 (35:21) - Brandon Vazquez's future (1:00:40) - Lucho as the "face" of the team? Part 3 (1:09:50) Soccer Blog Book Club (1:20:21) Atlanta United this weekend

Chief, Grayson, and Kevin run through the wild week that was for FC Cincinnati. Starting with the Miami 4-4 draw and discussing what is Pat Noonan's "System". Then the meat and potatoes of the episode is the transfer deadline drama that saw Chris Albright stare down Chelsea and made them blink first, landing Matt Miazga on a free transfer. We wrap with a brief look at the Philadelphia Union match this weekend. Timestamps: (5:00) - Miami Recap (20:22) - What is Noonan's System? (26:20) - Matt Miazga Transfer (44:40) - Haris Medunjanin being released (1:03:39) - Philly Match Preview

Kevin, Grayson, and the Chief WarPig talk about the week that was for FC Cincinnati including The FC's comeback draw vs Nashville, Vazquez scoring again, and Barreal sealing a place in the starting XI. In Part 2 your questions are answered! What's the likeliest playoff lineup? Which SEC fanbase are you giving an MLS franchise to? Skyrosa vs Buskboy? And more. Then in Part 3 taking stock of a disappointing transfer window thus far, with just 7 days to go until the window closes. Timestamps: (4:05) - Nashville Reactions (22:32) - Vasquez National Team hype (33:36) - Listener Questions! (1:16:28) - Transfer Window Stress

Kevin, Grayson, and the Chief commiserate after a heart-breaking FC Cincinnati Hell is Real loss and re-live the #FreeLucho protest movement. In Part 2 it's all about the lack of player movement and figuring out if Vazquez has a club option to play next year for The FC. Then in Part 3 it's the return of Soccer Blog Bookclub. Timestamps: (2:34) - Hell is Real Reactions (21:04) - #FreeLucho (24:55) - Judging Albright (51:44) - Vazquez's Contract (1:03:04) - Soccer Blog Bookclub

Kevin, Chief, and Grayson talk about the week that was for FC Cincinnati. The New York Red Bull match, Frankie's welcome home, Vazquez back on a scoring streak, Miazga transfer drama, signing Sergio* Santos, Cody Cropper nearly died, and a rainy walk home after a brutal draw. How's that for an Episode 20? Timestamps: (4:33) - NYRB match reactions (20:55) - Referee talk (43:14) - FCC Transfer Talk (1:16:50) - Vancouver match reactions

Kevin, The Chief, and Grayson talk about the draw vs New England Revolution for FC Cincinnati. The "surgence" of Brenner, what happens with Vazquez this offseason, and just how good can this offense really be? In part two we talk to Cheyenne of Between Clean Sheets about being an MLS fan, a Wondo apologist, and how American soccer could be more authentic. And in part 3 we answer questionable questions from Twitter! Timestamps: (3:30) - Match Reactions (14:12) - Brenner Talk (30:48) - Vazquez to Mexico (39:04) - Interview with Cheyenne of Between Clean Sheets (1:26:30) - Twitter Questions Answered

The Chief, Kevin, and Das Harkes attempt to recover from NYCFC and Brenner's stunning performance. Where does the team go after Blackett's new deal and Brenner's sudden emergence? Is Mr Brightside here to stay and how does Apple jumping into the media rights bidding for the new Big Ten impact MLS? Timestamps: (1:42) - NYCFC Reaction (21:02) - Brenner's form's impact on Transfers (49:00) - Redd's Apple Ale talk (52:20) - Mr Brightside is the victory song now? (1:06:49) - College football realignment and impact on MLS

It's Kevin, Grayson, and The Chief on hand to discuss Philly dominating... errr drawing FC Cincinnati. Does Cincinnati have a higher ceiling than Philly? Vazquez is a lock for the USMNT if you talk to everyone who isn't the head coach of the USMNT. What Tyler Blackett's contract will tell us about Albright punting on this season. And the Soccer Blog Book Clubs gets its first reading. Timestamps: (4:00) - Philly Recap (29:15) - Good start to tough stretch of games (33:40) - Brandon Vazquez talk (37:20) - Blackett's contract / Punting on the season (57:48) - Soccer Blog Book Club Read along here: https://www.massivereport.com/2022/6/15/23169393/mls-new-broadcast-deal-with-apple-tv-will-have-unintended-consequences

This week's PostCast is Kevin, the Chief, and they are joined by Jonah from Knifey Lion Radio to discuss a busy week of soccer. Apple's massive media rights deal with MLS is official, Cincinnati missed out on the World Cup bid, a new DP is linked with FCC, and Vazquez's national team hype picks up again. Timestamps: (2:50) - Apple Media Rights Deal (21:10) - Jonah joins the pod! (46:28) - World Cup hosting heartbreak (1:05:35) - FC Cincinnati talk, new DP, upcoming matches

Pat Brennan is BACK! He joins Kevin, The Chief, and Grayson for the full hour to discuss how FC Cincinnati's season has gone so far. Does Cincy move on from Brenner this summer? Does Ronald Matarrita come back this year? Is this team making the playoffs? Is Cincinnati going to host World Cup matches? So much to dive into on this one. No timestamps on the conversation as it's all one big mess of FC Cincinnati talk. But follow Pat's work @PBrennanENQ on twitter and take out an Enquirer subscription to support local journalism. Tell them The Post sent you for a limited time 0% off special offer on a digital subscription.

Kevin, The Chief, and Das Harkes talk about the last two weeks of FC Cincinnati before the international break and where the team needs to improve, the national team came to town and everyone online (and wearing the captain's armband) were mad about it, and finally the podcast ends with some real reasons to get hyped about June 16th and the possibility of the World Cup coming to Cincinnati. Timestamps: (5:45) FC Cincinnati vs Montreal and New England (35:24) Christian Pulisic's comments / USMNT in Cincy (57:25) World Cup to Cincy + Finish the Subway!

Kevin provides a little background on why there, yes, isn't a PostCast this week. However if you are interested in writing for The Post please reach out on twitter @thepost_cincy or to Kevin @MrKevinWallace.

The usual gang of The Chief, Grayson, and Kevin discuss the joys of a winning soccer team. Defeating Chicago Fire on the road despite not looking great is always a good time. Then Joe Lowery joins for a great discussion on his background, his new site, and we get our hopes up about Brandon Vazquez playing in a World Cup. Part three is for the nerds with FC Cincinnati salary information, the failed Ohio Cup, and more. Timestamps: (3:45) Chicago Fire Reactions (13:45) Kevin almost bought a European soccer team (17:09) FCC Headline (22:46) Joe Lowery interview (1:05:09) MLS salary info dump (1:27:50) RIP Ohio Cup (1:41:50) FC Cincinnati II International signings

The Chief, Grayson, and Kevin discuss FC Cincinnati incredible league form and incredibly disappointing Open Cup loss. From MLS writers talking about FCC as potential CCL contenders to theorizing who would have been starters under Nijkamp, this episode has it all. Plus reporters back in locker rooms, Detroit City drama, The Who, and... Star Trek? Timestamps: (4:05) Part 1, The Minnesota win (10:18) Re-sign Vazquez long-term or look to sell? (26:00) Part 2, Open Cup (38:30) Other Open Cup matches and Detroit City (57:20) FC Cincy Handbags (58:32) The Who Concert and schedule impact (1:13:25) Reporter allowed back into MLS locker rooms

Kevin Wallace, Grayson Chalmers, The Chief, and in part 3 special guest Jonah Colina from Knifey Lion Radio discuss all things FC Cincinnati vs Toronto FC. Both matches! Obi's arrival, allocation order nonsense, and more. In part 2 Grayson and Kevin sat down with Josh Hakala of TheCup.us, the definitive site for the US Open Cup to talk about America's oldest soccer tournament. Did you know Cincinnati had teams in the Open Cup in the 30's!? TimeStamps: (3:10) - FCC vs TFC, the away leg (18:10) - Obi's Debut (24:10) - Allocation Order Nonsense (42:55) - Interview with Josh Hakala (1:34:35) - FCC vs TFC, the home leg

The FC Cincinnati legend Mitch Hildebrandt joins the PostCast to talk about his time with The FC. Kevin, Grayson, and The Chief breakdown the moral victory against LAFC, judge Albright's shopping so far, and get excited at the absurd possibility of Ledesma and Acosta playing on the same team. Timestamps: (2:20) - The LAFC Match (24:45) - How to be a fan (of Acosta) (28:45) - The Mitch Hildebrandt Interview (1:36:00) - Judging Chris Albright's job so far (1:49:10) - Roman vs Kip, Draft hindsight

The PostCast is back for Episode 9 talking about the 0-0 draw between FC Cincinnati and Atlanta United, The Pittsburgh Riverhounds match in the Open Cup, the USMNT coming to Cincinnati, and the new designated player Obinna Nwobodo. Timestamps: (5:05) - The Atlanta United match (20:15) - Obinna Nwobodo joins The FC (33:25) - USMNT comes to town (again) (51:30) - Part 2 "highlight" show (59:23) - US Open Cup

It's a four person PostCast with Kevin, Chief, Grayson, and DasHarkes all talking about the week that was for FC Cincinnati. Not only are there transfer rumors, you can an inside look into The Post trying to break and FC Cincy transfer story and failing miserably. Dan McNally also took time away from his business schedule as Director of Soccer Operations for FC Cincinnati to talk to us about the good ol days and share some previously untold stories. Jonah hits us with a KLR minute, there was an Open Cup draw, and the gang sorts out if Castellini was attacking The FC. (5:47) - Transfer Talk (rumors and heresy) (20:00) Discovery Rights Reforms (29:19) Outgoing Transfers (40:20) Dan McNally Interview (1:35:29) Open Cup Draw (1:38:23) Transfer News Breaks Live During Recording (1:40:30) Phil Castellini Comments (1:46:25) KLR Minute

The Athletic's Jeff Rueter joins Kevin Wallace, Grayson Chalmers, and Chief WarPig to talk about covering FC Cincinnati for a national media outlet, FC Cincinnati's beef with him, and loaning out Brenner. In Part 1 the PostCast breaks down FC Cincinnati's thrilling 4-3 loss to CF Montreal and in Part 3 hit subreddit drama, World Cup, Open Cup, and even more news out of Portland. Timestamps: (0:03:49) - FC Cincinnati v CF Montreal Review (0:30:23) - Jeff Rueter Interview (1:31:55) - Subreddit Drama (1:36:00) - World Cup Draw (1:40:20) - Open Cup (1:43:18) - Portland Timbers Abuse Investigation Part II

The voice of the USL Championship (and NWSL, Nations League, CONCACAF Champion's League, Bengals Preseason) Mike Watts joins Kevin Wallace, Grayson Chalmers, and Chief WarPig to talk about his career and view of American soccer from the announcer's booth. Before Mike the gang breaks down FC Cincinnati's 2-0 loss to Charlotte and after Mike analyze the Gustavo Vallecilla trade and MLS's report out of Portland. Timestamps: (0:03:40) - Charlotte FC v FC Cincinnati (0:38:20) - Mike Watts Interview (1:26:35) - Vallecilla Trade Reactions (1:41:44) - Portland Timbers Abuse Investigation

A packed show! AO Cincy's Zach Blandford stops by the PostCast to talk American Outlaws, USA v Mexico, and how to get in a Twitter feud. Hosts Kevin Wallace, Das Harkes, and Grayson Chalmers discuss FC Cincinnati v Miami, sort out if Vazquez is national team material, we predict the Charlotte match, and Jonah provides his KLR minute. 1:30 - FC Cincinnati v Inter Miami Review 29:15 - Zach Blandford AO Cincy Interview 1:18:45 - USMNT and Open Cup 1:22:38 - Jonah's KLR Minute 1:32:00 - Charlotte

FC Cincinnati's Director of Digital Content Alex Stec stops by the PostCast! She talks about what the vibe is like around the team this year, how she got into the business, and where she learned those step-overs. The usual crew of Kevin Wallace, Grayson Chalmers, and Chief WarPig break down FCC's first win, Jonah gives segment ideas, and we ask Bob to sell the team. 0:00 - Orlando vs FCC 26:30 - Alex Stec interview 1:09:45 - Grab Bag 1:19:50 - Jonah's KLR Minute

Pat Brennan, longtime FC Cincinnati beat reporter for the Cincinnati Enquirer joins Kevin Wallace, Chief WarPig, and Grayson Chalmers to discuss what it's like covering FC Cincinnati. Part 1 - DC United vs FC Cincinnati Reactions Part 2 - Pat Brennan Interview Part 3 - The Athletic GM survey, Titi to Ajax, and Bockfest

The Post's Kevin Wallace, Chief War Pig, and Grayson Chalmers provide the expert FC Cincinnati analysis you crave. Part One: The 5-0 beatdown at Austin Part Two: Interview with Pride Vice President Max Ellerbe on the FC Cincinnati match day experience Part Three: Quick takes on beer sponsors, clapping for away fans, Jonah's KLR Minute, and some ill-advised gambling The PostCast is a weekly FC Cincinnati podcast from The Post Cincy.

The Post's Kevin Wallace, Chief War Pig, and Grayson Chalmers discuss FC Cincinnati's 2022 season outlook. Part One: General Manager Chris Albright's "punting" comment Part Two: Season Preview Part Three: Jonah's KLR minute, Austin Predictions