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TSS, The Athletic
Long-running American soccer show covering the USMNT, Premier League, Champions League, MLS, and more. If you enjoy analysis and silliness in equal measure, we're the podcast for you. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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Jul 10, 2023 • 1h 17min
2023 Women’s World Cup Group D Preview: England, Haiti, Denmark & China
We've reached Group D in our 2023 Women's World Cup preview series! Huzzah! As is the custom, Taylor, Graham, Joe and Gass look at the key players, tactics, coaches and storylines for England, Haiti, Denmark, China. And there's some very specific predictions for each team, too.---JOIN THE TSS+ PATREON!Check out our brand-new Patreon, which houses bonus podcasts, access to our exclusive Discord, blog posts, videos, and much more.Become a member today at patreon.com/totalsoccershow!----Sponsors! Today's episode is brought to you by...Ibotta! Ibotta is offering our listeners $5 just for trying Ibotta by using the code 'TSS' at registration! Just go to the App Store or Google Play store and download the FREE Ibotta app and use code 'TSS'!Kiwico! Get 50% off your first month - crate’s start at just $14 per month - plus free shipping on any crate line at kiwico.com using promo code 'TSS23'!HelloFresh! Go to hellofresh.com/TSS50 and and use code TSS50 for 50% off plus free shipping!Indochino! Go to Indochino.com and use code 'TSS' to get 10% off any purchase of $399 or more!LinkedIn! LinkedIn Jobs helps you find the qualified candidates you want to talk to, faster. Post your job for free at linkedin.com/TSS! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Jul 10, 2023 • 30min
USMNT vs. Canada abbreviated Gold Cup review!
Taylor and Joe are here to chat about what they liked (and didn’t like) from the USMNT’s narrow win over Canada in the Gold Cup quarterfinals. We run through Matt Turner’s heroics, the long stoppages, and some standout players.---JOIN THE TSS+ PATREON!Check out our brand-new Patreon, which houses bonus podcasts, access to our exclusive Discord, blog posts, videos, and much more.Become a member today at patreon.com/totalsoccershow! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Jul 7, 2023 • 1h 20min
2023 Women’s World Cup Group C Preview: Spain, Costa Rica, Zambia & Japan
The TSS gang turns its attention to Group C at the 2023 Women's World Cup! Taylor, Graham and Joe dive discuss the key players, tactics, coaches and storylines for Spain, Costa Rica, Zambia and Japan. And of course, we cap the episode off with customary predictions for each team!---JOIN THE TSS+ PATREON!Check out our brand-new Patreon, which houses bonus podcasts, access to our exclusive Discord, blog posts, videos, and much more.Become a member today at patreon.com/totalsoccershow!----Sponsors! Today's episode is brought to you by...BetterHelp! Give online therapy a try at Betterhelp.com/TSS and get on your way to being your best self.Chime! Start building your credit up. Open a Chime Checking account with at least a $200 qualifying direct deposit to get started at chime.com/tssKiwiCo! Redefine play with KiwiCo! Right now, get 50% off your first month - crate’s start at just $14 per month - plus FREE shipping on ANY crate line at kiwico.com, promo code TSS23Topo Chico Hard Seltzer! Sip summer diferente with Topo Chico Hard Seltzer. Go to topochicohardseltzerusa.com/tss to find where you can get yours today. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Jul 6, 2023 • 1h 11min
2023 Women’s World Cup Group B Preview: Canada, Australia, Nigeria, Ireland
It's time to preview Group B at the Women's World Cup! Taylor, Graham, Joe, and Gass dive into every team to discuss their key players, tactics, coaches, stories, and much, much more. We cap the episode off with predictions for each team, too!Will Canada's talent at both ends make up for some of their midfield issues? Can Australia make a deep run at home? Can Nigeria stabilize? And can Ireland lean into their identity to get out of this group? All that (and more) on the show.---JOIN THE TSS+ PATREON!Check out our brand-new Patreon, which houses bonus podcasts, access to our exclusive Discord, blog posts, videos, and much more.Become a member today at patreon.com/totalsoccershow!----Sponsors! Today's episode is brought to you by...BetterHelp! Give online therapy a try at Betterhelp.com/TSS and get on your way to being your best self.Chime! Start building your credit up. Open a Chime Checking account with at least a $200 qualifying direct deposit to get started at chime.com/tssKiwiCo! Redefine play with KiwiCo! Right now, get 50% off your first month - crate’s start at just $14 per month - plus FREE shipping on ANY crate line at kiwico.com, promo code TSS23Topo Chico Hard Seltzer! Sip summer diferente with Topo Chico Hard Seltzer. Go to topochicohardseltzerusa.com/tss to find where you can get yours today. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Jul 5, 2023 • 1h 9min
2023 Women’s World Cup Group A Preview: New Zealand, Norway, Philippines, Switzerland
It's time to get our preview on! Ahead of the start of the 2023 Women's World Cup, Taylor, Graham, Joe, and Gass have information to share about Group A! They dive into every team to discuss key players, tactics, coaches, stories, and much, much more. Plus, they cap the episode off with predictions for each team!---JOIN THE TSS+ PATREON!Check out our brand-new Patreon, which houses bonus podcasts, access to our exclusive Discord, blog posts, videos, and much more.Become a member today at patreon.com/totalsoccershow!----Sponsors! Today's episode is brought to you by...BetterHelp! Give online therapy a try at Betterhelp.com/TSS and get on your way to being your best self.Chime! Start building your credit up. Open a Chime Checking account with at least a $200 qualifying direct deposit to get started at chime.com/tssKiwiCo! Redefine play with KiwiCo! Right now, get 50% off your first month - crate’s start at just $14 per month - plus FREE shipping on ANY crate line at kiwico.com, promo code TSS23Topo Chico Hard Seltzer! Sip summer diferente with Topo Chico Hard Seltzer. Go to topochicohardseltzerusa.com/tss to find where you can get yours today. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Jul 3, 2023 • 1h 4min
USMNT v Trinidad and Tobago review, plus Americans on the move in the Transfer Window
Taylor, Graham, and Joe are here to dive into the USMNT's latest win: a 6-0 triumph over Trinidad and Tobago! What did we learn from the game? Who stood out? And who struggled? We answer all of those questions, and then take a look at a handful of U.S. transfers on the other side of the Atlantic. Would Christian Pulisic fit at Milan? What's at risk with Tim Weah's move to Juventus? How will Brenden Aaronson fit in the Bundesliga? All that -- and more -- on the show.---JOIN THE TSS+ PATREON!Check out our brand-new Patreon, which houses bonus podcasts, access to our exclusive Discord, blog posts, videos, and much more.Become a member today at patreon.com/totalsoccershow!----Sponsors! Today's episode is brought to you by...BetterHelp! Give online therapy a try at Betterhelp.com/TSS and get on your way to being your best self. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Jun 30, 2023 • 45min
Club spotlight: Osasuna
Hector Castelltort, Head of International Communications at CA Osasuna, makes his TSS debut to discuss his club's La Liga campaign, with particular emphasis on the history and culture of the club itself, the emphasis on youth development in the local community, and the recent conflict with UEFA. Plus, ideal American signings and looking ahead to the start of the next campaign.---JOIN THE TSS+ PATREON!Check out our brand-new Patreon, which houses bonus podcasts, access to our exclusive Discord, blog posts, videos, and much more.Become a member today at patreon.com/totalsoccershow!----Sponsors! Today's episode is brought to you by...BetterHelp! Give online therapy a try at Betterhelp.com/TSS and get on your way to being your best self. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Jun 29, 2023 • 54min
The Big Thing: What's going on with Canada Soccer and could it really go bankrupt?
Canada Soccer’s general secretary Jason de Vos recently stated that the association may have to consider filing for bankruptcy. Why is that? How did Canada Soccer get into such a difficult financial position? And what comes next for their federation and for soccer in Canada?On this week's episode of The Big Thing, Taylor, Graham, and Joe discuss all that (and more).---JOIN THE TSS+ PATREON!Check out our brand-new Patreon, which houses bonus podcasts, access to our exclusive Discord, blog posts, videos, and much more.Become a member today at patreon.com/totalsoccershow!----Sponsors! Today's episode is brought to you by...BetterHelp! Give online therapy a try at Betterhelp.com/TSS and get on your way to being your best self. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Jun 28, 2023 • 59min
More Listener Questions! Stacking a European side with USMNT stars & our Top 5 CONCACAF Players
Ryan, Graham, Joe and Taylor have prised open the mailbag to discuss the USMNT player who is most likely to go to Saudi Arabia, our rankings of the Top 5 CONCACAF players, and much more!---JOIN THE TSS+ PATREON!Check out our brand-new Patreon, which houses bonus podcasts, access to our exclusive Discord, blog posts, videos, and much more.Become a member today at patreon.com/totalsoccershow!----Sponsors! Today's episode is brought to you by...BetterHelp! Give online therapy a try at Betterhelp.com/TSS and get on your way to being your best self. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Jun 27, 2023 • 1h 9min
Listener Questions! Who’s the USMNT’s next big dual-national? Was Toronto FC right to fire Bob Bradley? Plus, the USWNT’s midfield, MLS youngsters, and more
It's time for some U.S. and MLS-centric listener questions! Taylor, Joe, and Gass dive into a whole host of topics, ranging from promising young MLS stars to Yunus Musah's future and everything in between. You can find the full list of questions we answered down below:1) What's next for the USMNT after Balogun? Who's the next player the U.S. might target?2) What MLS emerging talents have caught our eye this year?3) Does Toronto FC's decision to fire Bob Bradley make sense?4) Which MLS team is in the most danger of slipping if they don't make a big transfer move this summer?5) Is West Ham a good landing spot for Yunus Musah?6) Should Vlatko start Rose Lavelle and Lindsey Horan if they both can't play 90 minutes?---JOIN THE TSS+ PATREON!Check out our brand-new Patreon, which houses bonus podcasts, access to our exclusive Discord, blog posts, videos, and much more.Become a member today at patreon.com/totalsoccershow! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.


