RFK Refugees Podcast

Jon has a chat with Jason Anderson from Green Line Soccer (https://green-line-soccer.ghost.io/green-line-soccer-intro/) about DC United's season so far and touched briefly on the Washington Spirit's season that is much better than the standings would have you think.

Ted is here for a solo show to break down a bad loss to FC Dallas. He talks about what went wrong and what to look for from Rene moving forward. He answers listener questions and relays Cochella recomendations from Jon

DC United grind out a 0-0 draw in Atlanta and are somehow seven points from five games. The defense is excellent. The offense is not bringing anyone to the yard. Renée Wilder knows it, admits it, and is playing the hand he's been dealt. Jon and Ted break it all down — plus a full Washington Spirit recap after a 2-2 draw against Louisville Racing.In this episode:DC United 0-0 Atlanta United: defensively stout, offensively anemicRenée Wilder admits the team can't score right now — and this is what he must doSilvan Hefti: early season MVP conversationMatti Peltola: another big gameBrandon Servania: quietly his best performance of the seasonGabriel Pirani: still the problem, still startingPeglow and the right wing situation — time for a change?Caden Clark and Hosei Kijima off the bench: immediate differenceJackson Hopkins as an eight — is Dax McCarty right?Gavin Turner's debutAaron Herrera and Louis Munteanu: both back after the international breakHakim Karamoko: still listed as illness, still no updateIs this the good version of Benny Ball?Would you rather be DC United or Atlanta right now?Listener Q&A: did we learn anything? Bunkering vs Dallas?Washington Spirit 2-2 Louisville Racing: so close, yet so farSofia Cantore screamer from 25 yardsTrinity Rodman concussion sub — will she start against Utah?Sandy McIver under the microscopeLucia de Guglielmo: the Silvan Hefti of the SpiritHal Hirschfeld, Andy Sullivan's return, and the Croix Bethune discussionClaudia Martinez impressing earlyExtended analysis and full Patreon listener Q&A at the $5 tier: patreon.com/rfkrefugeesFollow us on Bluesky, Facebook, Instagram, and Threads @rfkrefugeesVamos.

DC United pick up a fortuitous but very welcome 2-1 win over the Chicago Fire. Jon and Ted break down the result, what it means for the season, and the rare good problem of having two right backs competing for a starting spot when Aaron Herrera returns from injury. Note: tonight's show was briefly interrupted by a storm in Fredericksburg — thanks for bearing with us.In this episode:DC United 2-1 Chicago Fire: fortuitous but we'll take itMatti Peltola scores his first DC United goal — and was man of the match againSilvan Hefti continues to impress — early season MVP conversationGabriel Pirani: nine to twelve listener questions can't be wrongKeisuke Kurokawa and set piece delivery looking sharperJackson Hopkins' worst professional game — the handling callLouis Munteanu picks up an injury — Romanian media breaks the newsNikola Markovic late scratch — two keepers on the bench explainedAaron Herrera returning: does he start over Hefti?Caden Clark off the bench — still searching for impactBrandon Servania: a quietly better performance this weekThe racist/homophobic chant incident involving Tai Baribo — what happened and what should have happenedWashington Spirit 0-1 Portland: opening day blues, Lucia de [confirm spelling] impresses, Gift Monday disconnectedTrinity Rodman back healthy for a full 90Croix Bethune's absence felt in the attacking thirdExtended analysis and full Patreon listener Q&A at the $5 tier: patreon.com/rfkrefugeesFollow us on Bluesky, Facebook, Instagram, and Threads @rfkrefugeesVamos.

70,000 fans in Baltimore. Lionel Messi. Wale at halftime. DC United falls 1-2 to Inter Miami, and the circus is officially over. Jon and Ted break down the spectacle, what it means for the club long-term, and whether the next two road games against Chicago and Atlanta are where this team finally finds its footing.In this episode:DC United 1-2 Inter Miami: business success, soccer disappointmentRenée Wilder's postgame: he's not rude, he's just SwissLucas Bartlett and the first goal — this one's on himMessi's goal: what can you doGabriel Pirani: borderline invisible, days as a starter may be numberedNikola Markovic comes on and immediately looks like he belongsLouis Munteanu: best performance yet — Jon says he starts next weekCaden Clark off the bench: he's aliveJackson Hopkins semi-assist on Tai Baribo's goal — and should DC extend him now?Brandon Servania fading — is Markovic overtaking him?Supporter section issues in BaltimoreListener Q&A: the Baltimore charade, will Messi ever play at Audi Field, and moreChicago and Atlanta previews — over/under on points from the next two gamesExtended analysis, full Patreon listener Q&A including the Aaron Herrera question, and more at the $5 tier: patreon.com/rfkrefugeesFollow us on Bluesky, Facebook, Instagram, and Threads @rfkrefugeesVamos.

DC United fall 1-0 to Austin FC on the road in Week 2 and Jon and Ted are back to work through it. The good vibes from Opening Day are on a temporary hiatus. Jon may have a concussion. Ted refereed youth soccer this weekend and called his first penalty kick. We're all fine.In this episode:DC United 0-1 Austin FC: Renée Wilder's postgame explainedThe lineup change: Jared Stroud and Hosei Kijima in, Jackson Hopkins out, Caden Clark not even on the benchMatti Peltola and Silvan Hefti: the only two bright spotsTai Baribo: frustrated, limited service, still workingLouis Munteanu: 13 minutes — when does he get his first start?Sean Johnson: elite shot stopping, crosses a growing concernEastern Conference check: DC United in playoff position, the East is a messBe More United in Baltimore: Wale at halftime and the deleted commentsTrinity Rodman knee scare vs. ArgentinaDiscord Q&A: Sean Johnson, Hosei Kijima and Keisuke Kurokawa, and moreExtended analysis, Inter Miami preview, and full Patreon listener Q&A at the $5 tier: patreon.com/rfkrefugeesFollow us on Bluesky, Facebook, Instagram, and Threads @rfkrefugeesVamos.

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Welcome in ladies and gentlemen, boys and girls, to RFK Refugees Podcast.Ted and Jon talk very briefly about DC United in 2025 (don't check the runtime). They review the final game, talk roster decisions for 2026, and just what the plan is. They also discuss the future of the show moving into the long cold offseason.Join us Live Monday at 8:30PM and Subscribe so you can get this and every episode wherever you get your podcasts!Thank you for listening! If you like what you hear and you want to help support our show and get exclusive content, head on over to our Patreon or subscribe to our Twitch page with your free Amazon sub (or your American Fiat Currency!)Follow us on Twitter, Threads, Facebook, Instagram, BlueSky, Youtube and Golz.tv.Vamos!RFKRefugees.com

Welcome in ladies and gentlemen, boys and girls, to RFK Refugees Podcast.Ted and Jon answer listener questions and break down what is becoming an annual beat down at the hands of Philadelphia. He also talks to a long time fan about the supporters protest, the loss of community at DC, and more! Join us Live Monday at 8:30PM and Subscribe so you can get this and every episode wherever you get your podcasts!Thank you for listening! If you like what you hear and you want to help support our show and get exclusive content, head on over to our Patreon or subscribe to our Twitch page with your free Amazon sub (or your American Fiat Currency!)Follow us on Twitter, Threads, Facebook, Instagram, BlueSky, Youtube and Golz.tv.Vamos!RFKRefugees.com

Welcome in ladies and gentlemen, boys and girls, to RFK Refugees Podcast.In this episode of the RFK Refugees podcast, hosts Ted and Jon discuss the recent changes within DC United, including the firing of Chief Soccer Officer Ally Mackay and the hiring of Author, Lawyer, Agent, Podcaster Dr. Erkut Sogut. They reflect on their weekends, analyze the team's performance against Inter Miami, and delve into the dynamics between ownership, management, and fans. The conversation highlights the challenges the team faces, the importance of community engagement, and the need for strategic decisions to improve the team's future.00:00 Introduction and Weekend Reflections02:35 DC United's Recent Changes and Predictions05:13 The Firing of Ally Mackay07:53 The New Chief Soccer Officer: Qualifications and Concerns10:40 Ownership Decisions and Team Direction13:28 The Impact of World Cup 2026 on DC United16:17 Critique of Player Selection and Management19:06 Communication and Transparency Issues21:53 Final Thoughts on the New Appointment29:04 Roster Challenges and Future Prospects31:43 Management Changes and Decision-Making Dynamics34:40 MLS Next Pro Team Developments41:23 Game Analysis: DC United vs Inter Miami47:51 Fan Sentiment and Ownership AccountabilityJoin us Live Monday at 8:30PM and Subscribe so you can get this and every episode wherever you get your podcasts!Thank you for listening! If you like what you hear and you want to help support our show and get exclusive content, head on over to our Patreon or subscribe to our Twitch page with your free Amazon sub (or your American Fiat Currency!)Follow us on Twitter, Threads, Facebook, Instagram, BlueSky, Youtube and Golz.tv.Vamos!RFKRefugees.com

Welcome in ladies and gentlemen, boys and girls, to RFK Refugees Podcast.Ted and Jon talk about the still undefeated DC United under new coach René Weiler. They talk about whether style of play looks somewhat familiar to a previous long time manager. They also talk the future with a rumored MLS NP partnership and much more!Join us Live Monday at 8:30PM and Subscribe so you can get this and every episode wherever you get your podcasts!Thank you for listening! If you like what you hear and you want to help support our show and get exclusive content, head on over to our Patreon or subscribe to our Twitch page with your free Amazon sub (or your American Fiat Currency!)Follow us on Twitter, Threads, Facebook, Instagram, BlueSky, Youtube and Golz.tv.Vamos!RFKRefugees.com

Welcome in ladies and gentlemen, boys and girls, to RFK Refugees Podcast.In this episode of the RFU Refugees podcast, Ted and Jon discuss their weekends, the recent Leagues Cup Final, and the performance of DC United. They delve into the team's strategy, coaching changes, and player evaluations, while also addressing contract discussions and future prospects. The conversation wraps up with thoughts on upcoming matches and the overall direction of the team.00:00 Introduction and Weekend Recap03:48 Leagues Cup Final Discussion08:45 DC United's Performance and Coaching Changes13:28 Player Evaluations and Future Prospects20:26 Contractual Landscape and Player Options22:28 Roster Dynamics and Future Prospects24:50 Goalkeeping Situation and Player Development26:44 Contract Decisions and Player Retention28:43 Team Ambitions and Future Strategies30:55 Coaching Impact and Team Performance33:28 Ownership and Management Decisions36:54 Match Recap and Future OutlookJoin us Live Monday at 8:30PM and Subscribe so you can get this and every episode wherever you get your podcasts!Thank you for listening! If you like what you hear and you want to help support our show and get exclusive content, head on over to our Patreon or subscribe to our Twitch page with your free Amazon sub (or your American Fiat Currency!)Follow us on Twitter, Threads, Facebook, Instagram, BlueSky, Youtube and Golz.tv.Vamos!RFKRefugees.com

Welcome in ladies and gentlemen, boys and girls, to RFK Refugees Podcast.Ted and Jon discuss the final nail in any mathematical hope for the playoffs and possible hope for the future? They talk Jackson Hopkins impressive goal and run of form. They talk about the disappointing transfer window and the surging Washington Spirit. They also talk about the rumored dismissal of Ryan Martin as Loudoun United's head coach.Join us Live Monday at 8:30PM and Subscribe so you can get this and every episode wherever you get your podcasts!Thank you for listening! If you like what you hear and you want to help support our show and get exclusive content, head on over to our Patreon or subscribe to our Twitch page with your free Amazon sub (or your American Fiat Currency!)Follow us on Twitter, Threads, Facebook, Instagram, BlueSky, Youtube and Golz.tv.Vamos!RFKRefugees.com

Welcome in ladies and gentlemen, boys and girls, to RFK Refugees Podcast.In this episode of the RFK Refugees podcast, hosts Ted and Jon discuss their recent vacations and the current state of DC United and the Washington Spirit. They delve into coaching changes, game performances, player development, and transfer news, highlighting the contrasting fortunes of both teams. The conversation emphasizes the need for fan engagement and the challenges ahead for both clubs as they navigate the remainder of the season.00:00 Welcome Back and Reflections on Vacations01:37 Coaching Changes and Team Dynamics04:55 Game Analysis: DC United vs. Montreal09:31 Player Performance and Future Prospects15:11 Upcoming Transfers and Team Strategy26:00 Team Dynamics and Roster Analysis37:11 Fan Engagement and Season Ticket Concerns38:02 Comparative Success: DC United vs. Washington SpiritJoin us Live Monday at 8:30PM and Subscribe so you can get this and every episode wherever you get your podcasts!Thank you for listening! If you like what you hear and you want to help support our show and get exclusive content, head on over to our Patreon or subscribe to our Twitch page with your free Amazon sub (or your American Fiat Currency!)Follow us on Twitter, Threads, Facebook, Instagram, BlueSky, Youtube and Golz.tv.Vamos!RFKRefugees.com