Hosted by Chuck and SamrinThe Winterpause allows us some time to reflect on the good, the bad, and the ugly from the first half of the season at Bayern Munich.In this three-part series for Bavarian Podcast Works, we will breakdown each position group — Attack, Midfield, Defense — discuss each player and provide rating for how we feel they have played so far this season.Chuck and Samrin break down the defensive group. Here is some of what the duo discussed on the show: A breakdown of the vast list of players, who we could not rate because we did not see enough of them. A look at why Manuel Neuer might be a lot more maligned than he deserves — and why Daniel Peretz needs to show more if he wants to be “The Next One.” Alphonso Davies has been a lot better, but is he in the midst of a “contract year” or is this the real Davies awakened from a three-year slumber? The best and the worst of Dayot Upamecano and Kim Min-jae. Ratings on all of the players. Also, be sure to stay tuned to Bavarian Podcast Works for all of your up to date coverage on Bayern Munich and Germany. Check us out on Patreon and follow us on Twitter @BavarianFBWorks, @BavarianPodcast @TheBarrelBlog, @BFWCyler, @2012nonexistent, @TommyAdams71 and more. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Bayern Munich is getting some much needed rest and relaxation, but Bavarian Podcast Works is still embracing the grind.Our latest Bavarian Podcast Works show tackles some of the hottest topics at the moment, so let’s hop right into it. This is what we have on tap: The end could be near for the Alphonso Davies transfer saga. Will he re-up with Bayern Munich or will A listener Q&A segment that harkened back to 2012 and a Robert Lewandowski injury, while also touching on a potential Bayern Munich acquisition of Tom Bischof, and some quality Jamal Musiala, Florian Wirtz discussion. A look at those rumors linking Bayern Munich to Paris Saint-Germain’s Randal Kolo Muani and Liverpool’s Cody Gakpo. Also, be sure to stay tuned to Bavarian Podcast Works for all of your up to date coverage on Bayern Munich and Germany. Check us out on Patreon and follow us on Twitter @BavarianFBWorks, @BavarianPodcast @TheBarrelBlog, @BFWCyler, @2012nonexistent, @TommyAdams71 and more. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

The Winterpause allows us some time to reflect on the good, the bad, and the ugly from the first half of the season for Bayern Munich.In this three-part series for Bavarian Podcast Works, we will breakdown each position group — Attack, Midfield, Defense — discuss each player and provide rating for how we feel they have played so far this season.Chuck and Samrin break down the midfield group. Here is some of what the duo discussed on the show: The value of Joshua Kimmich. The promise of Aleksandar Pavlović. The underrated performances of Leon Goretzka and Konrad Laimer. The uncertainty surrounding where João Palhinha might fit into this midfield in the short-term and the long-term. Ratings on each of the players. Also, be sure to stay tuned to Bavarian Podcast Works for all of your up to date coverage on Bayern Munich and Germany. Check us out on Patreon and follow us on Twitter @BavarianFBWorks, @BavarianPodcast @TheBarrelBlog, @BFWCyler, @2012nonexistent, @TommyAdams71 and more. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Hosted by: Chuck SmithBayern Munich is on break, but there is still a lot to chat about — particularly with some of the rumors that we have heard this week. However, there was one topic being bandied about on social media that captured our attention — the trends of behavior with Bayern Munich fans and why being a supporter is a little more complex these days. Let get into all of that. This is what we have on tap: Bayern Munich’s recent run of instability has caused fans to act differently, but that is natural after so much change. Nico Williams? Jamie Gittens? Should Bayern Munich be willing to drop a lot of money on these players? If Nestory Irankunda wants a loan, Bayern Munich should oblige. A brief Entertainment Rundown as we tackle Happy Gilmore 2’s 2025 release (we are hoping it’s good!). Also, be sure to stay tuned to Bavarian Podcast Works for all of your up to date coverage on Bayern Munich and Germany. Check us out on Patreon and follow us on Twitter @BavarianFBWorks, @BavarianPodcast @TheBarrelBlog, @BFWCyler, @2012nonexistent, @TommyAdams71 and more. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

The Winterpause allows us some time to reflect on the good, the bad, and the ugly from the first half of the season.In this three-part series for Bavarian Podcast Works, we will breakdown each position group — Attack, Midfield, Defense — discuss each player and provide rating for how we feel they have played so far this season.Chuck and Samrin break down the attacking group. Here is some of what the duo discussed on the show: A breakdown of each attacker, what they did well, where they are lacking, and how they rated overall. Is this the end for Thomas Müller — and if so, what should he do next? MLS? Stay in Germany? Why Jamal Musiala has been one of the great players for Bayern Munich — and in the world — this season. Harry Kane was really good, but what could he change to take his game to the next level. Also, be sure to stay tuned to Bavarian Podcast Works for all of your up to date coverage on Bayern Munich and Germany. Check us out on Patreon and follow us on Twitter @BavarianFBWorks, @BavarianPodcast @TheBarrelBlog, @BFWCyler, @2012nonexistent, @TommyAdams71 and more. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Another special episode of the Bundesliga Rundown reviews the top 10 most disappointing and top 10 best players of the 2024/25 season so far!If you strongly disagree with Marcus’s picks, make your opinion known in the comment section!This episode will discuss: Who is better between Florian Wirtz and Jamal Musiala Which Borussia Dortmund players, among the many disappointments, made the list The two stars at Mainz 05 Several disappointing high-profile transfers The most underrated Bundesliga player ... and much more! If you’re on BlueSky, be sure to follow the Bundesliga Rundown and Bavarian Football Works at: @ https://bundesligarundown.bsky.social @ https://bavarianfbworks.bsky.social @ https://bavarianpodcast.bsky.social Also, be sure to stay tuned to Bavarian Podcast Works for all of your up to date coverage on Bayern Munich and Germany. Check us out on Patreon and follow us on Twitter @BavarianFBWorks, @BavarianPodcast @TheBarrelBlog, @BFWCyler, @2012nonexistent, @TommyAdams71 and more. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Hosted by Chuck SmithHere we go...it is time for the Winterpause and things are looking good for Bayern Munich. After downing RB Leipzig 5-1, the Bavarians seem in control of the Bundesliga at the moment, but it will not be easy to complete the job of securing the league crown.Given everything that has happened over the past six months, there is a lot to talk about, so let’s get to it. This is what we have on tap for this edition of the Bavarian Podcast Works Show: Bayern Munich finished off the first half of the season on a strong note, but Bayer Leverkusen’s 5-1 win over SC Freiburg let the world know that the reigning champs are not done just yet. Are we set up for an epic battle for the Bundesliga crown? Bayern Munich’s biggest surprises of the first half. Bayern Munich’s biggest disappointments of the first half. Where Bayern Munich can be better in the second half of the season. Can Bayern Munich win the Champions League as currently set up? Also, be sure to stay tuned to Bavarian Podcast Works for all of your up to date coverage on Bayern Munich and Germany. Check us out on Patreon and follow us on Twitter @BavarianFBWorks, @BavarianPodcast @TheBarrelBlog, @BFWCyler, @2012nonexistent, @TommyAdams71 and more. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Bayern Munich hosted RB Leipzig for a Bundesliga showdown in the final match before the Winterpause.The Bavarians did not have one eye on vacation and were fully focused on destroying Die Roten Bullen during a 5-1 thrashing of the visitors.Let’s talk about how it all went down and more on the Bavarian Podcast Works — Postgame Show. This is what we have on tap: A look at the starting XI and what was surprising. A rundown of the scoring and substitutions. Bayern Munich rose to the challenge and the moment. Some final thoughts and takeaways on the match including why the attacking group probably needs to stay together and why it was important for the backline to bounce back from an early mistake. Also, be sure to stay tuned to Bavarian Podcast Works for all of your up to date coverage on Bayern Munich and Germany. Check us out on Patreon and follow us on Twitter @BavarianFBWorks, @BavarianPodcast @TheBarrelBlog, @BFWCyler, @2012nonexistent, @TommyAdams71 and more. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Bayern Munich is making a lot of noise on and off the pitch these days, so let’s try and cover it all right here. This is what we have on tap for this edition of the Bavarian Podcast Works — Weekend Warm-up Show: Assessing the latest news on Florian Wirtz and whether or not Xavi Simons would be a good contingency plan for Bayern Munich. Manuel Neuer is set to ink a contract extension…how are we feeling about that? What about those rumors linking Bayern Munich to FC Koln’s Jonas Urbig? Should we be worried about Manchester City’s interest in Jamal Musiala and Joshua Kimmich? A brief Entertainment Rundown. Also, be sure to stay tuned to Bavarian Podcast Works for all of your up to date coverage on Bayern Munich and Germany. Check us out on Patreon and follow us on Twitter @BavarianFBWorks, @BavarianPodcast @TheBarrelBlog, @BFWCyler, @2012nonexistent, @TommyAdams71 and more. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Bayern Munich will host RB Leipzig for a Bundesliga showdown that became really important after the Bavarians were knocked off by Mainz 05 last weekend.Against a struggling, but hungry RB Leipzig squad, whose coach — Marco Rose — is firmly on the hot seat, Bayern Munich could have its hands full.Let’s talk about all of that and more on the Bavarian Podcast Works — Preview Show. This is what we have on tap: Can Bayern Munich shake off the injuries and doldrums for this match? A look at the recent form of each team and where they fall in the Bundesliga table. A look at the rosters and injuries for RB Leipzig and Bayern Munich. A guess at Bayern Munich’s starting XI. A prediction on the match. Also, be sure to stay tuned to Bavarian Podcast Works for all of your up to date coverage on Bayern Munich and Germany. Check us out on Patreon and follow us on Twitter @BavarianFBWorks, @BavarianPodcast @TheBarrelBlog, @BFWCyler, @2012nonexistent, @TommyAdams71 and more. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices