

Bavarian Podcast Works
The Bavarian Podcast Works Team
This podcast is for fans of FC Bayern Munich and the German national team. We cover games, discuss transfer rumors, and hit all of the major news on Bayern Munich. Check out our lineup including the Flagship Show, the Weekend Warm-up, the Preview Show (before games), and the Postgame Show (after games). If you like Bayern Munich - or football in general - check us out!This Podcast has been created and uploaded by Bavarian Podcast Works and is part of the talkSPORT Fan Network. The views in this Podcast are not necessarily the views of talkSPORT. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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Feb 17, 2025 • 37min
Bavarian Podcast Works — The Bundesliga Rundown with Marcus Iredahl: Matchday 22
Matchday 22 proved to be the most decisive yet in the title race and relegation battle.In this episode of The Bundesliga Rundown, we discuss:Did Bayern Munich play for a draw against Bayer Leverkusen?How has Vincent Kompany fared in his first season in charge of the Rekordmeister?Who is better—Florian Wirtz or Jamal Musiala?Eintracht Frankfurt and life without Omar Marmoush.... 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.socialAlso, 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 on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Feb 17, 2025 • 39min
Bavarian Podcast Works — Preview Show: Bayern Munich vs. Celtic (Champions League)
Bayern Munich leads Celtic FC 2-1 on aggregate heading into leg two, which will be played at the Allianz Arena.While not dominant in Scotland, Bayern Munich was in firm control of the match until melting down in the final 20 minutes, Surely, Bayern Munich head coach Vincent Kompany realizes that his team must be on-point and cannot afford a let down. The coach will be counted upon to lead this group into the next round of the competition. Let’s take a look at what we have on tap for this edition of the Bavarian Podcast Works — Preview Show:A look back at the first leg of the tie.A look at the injury situations for both team.A guess at Bayern Munich’s starting XI.A prediction on the match.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, @IredahlMarcus, @2012nonexistent, @TommyAdams71 and more. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Feb 17, 2025 • 46min
Bavarian Podcast Works S730: The aftermath of Bayern Munich vs. Bayer Leverkusen; Is Joshua Kimmich wearing down?; Heat check on Vincent Kompany; Jamal Musiala inked his new deal; and MORE!
Bayern Munich earned a point during its trip to BayArena, but doubt and frustration with the squad’s recent performances have some fans feeling uneasy.This is still a very good team (let’s not forget!), but exactly how good is a massive question these day. Let’s talk about all of that and more on this edition of the Bavarian Podcast Works Show! This is what we have on tap:The aftermath of Bayern Munich’s 0-0 draw with Bayer Leverkusen — the good (there was some believe it or not) and the bad.Joshua Kimmich did not do enough against Die Werkself. Is he wearing down — and has Vincent Kompany fallen into the trap of relying on certain players too much?Is it now time to start having some doubt about Kompany? Yes, yes it is.Jamal Musiala’s signing went official — and he has the rumored release clause in hand. Let’s discuss it all.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, @rayyantwt, @IredahlMarcus, @enadmo1135, @TommyAdams71 and more. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Feb 15, 2025 • 16min
Bavarian Podcast Works — Postgame Show: Bayer Leverkusen 0-0 Bayern Munich (Bundesliga)
Bayern Munich came away with a performance they would like to forget quickly in a 0-0 draw against Leverkusen. The Bayern performance left far more questions than answers; did Vincent Kompany want to play this way by design? However, Bayern maintained their eight point gap at the top and the Bundesliga title race seems all but decided:The lineups of both sides and what they looked like on the pitch.Some mouthwatering combinations across the pitch from Bayer LeverkusenWhat was Leverkusen missing today?Did Bayern mean to play this way?What does this performance say about Bayern’s future opponents?Has Bayern already won the Bundesliga?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, @bfwinnn, @IredahlMarcus, @2012nonexistent, @TommyAdams71 and more. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Feb 14, 2025 • 36min
Bavarian Podcast Works — Preview Show: Bayer Leverkusen vs. Bayern Munich (Bundesliga)
After taking down Celtic FC in the Champions League midweek, Bayern Munich will travel to Bayer Leverkusen for the biggest match of the Bundesliga season to date.Bayer Leverkusen absolutely, positively needs a win in this match and seems ready to throw everything — including the kitchen sink — at Bayern Munich in hopes of capturing three points and making the Bundesliga title race a true fight once again.This is what we have on tap for this episode:A look at the recent form of each team.A look at the rosters and injuries for Bayer Leverkusen and Bayern Munich.A guess at Bayern Munich’s starting XI.A prediction on the match.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, @IredahlMarcus, @2012nonexistent, @TommyAdams71 and more. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Feb 13, 2025 • 53min
Bavarian Podcast Works — Weekend Warm-up Show Season 4, Episode 31: Where things stand with Bayern Munich and Florian Wirtz; Paul Wanner wants assurance; Should Eric Dier and Josip Stanišić get minutes?; and MORE!
Bayern Munich is in the midst of an insane stretch of games where they will be test thoroughly.February is a make-or-break month in every way for the Bavarians, who have passed each test so far. Treacherous terrain awaits the Bundesliga leaders, but aside of that, there is plenty to talk about, so let’s get to it. This is what we have on tap for this edition of the Bavarian Podcast Works — Weekend Warm-up Show:Florian Wirtz will have a lot of eyes on him this weekend. Where do things stand with Bayern Munich? Does the club have any hope of getting him this summer?Why is Vincent Kompany reluctant to use Eric Dier and Josip Stanišić?Per a report, Paul Wanner laid down his expectations for next season. Is this a bad sign for Bayern Munich?An 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 Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Feb 12, 2025 • 34min
Bavarian Podcast Works — Postgame Show: Celtic 1-2 Bayern Munich (Champions League)
Bayern Munich escaped Celtic Park with a 2-1 victory that might not have left fans feeling all that confident heading into the weekend’s showdown with Bayer Leverkusen.The Bavarians relied on two moments of brilliance for its goals, which is fine — except that the visitors found it extremely hard to generate much offense otherwise. Not all of the lineup selections hit a homerun either, so this left us with a lot to discuss. 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 - what worked and what didn’t.A rundown of the scoring and substitutions.Some final thoughts and takeaways 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 Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Feb 11, 2025 • 34min
Bavarian Podcast Works — Preview Show: Celtic vs. Bayern Munich (Champions League)
Bayern Munich is off to Scotland to face Celtic FC in a match that many are eagerly anticipating.The renowned, electric atmosphere of Celtic Park will be on full display, but this is more than just a sight-seeing trip for the Bavarians. Bayern Munich has not had the most consistent or high-performing showing in the Champions League so far, but the Playoff Round would be a good place to change that tune.This is what we have on tap for this episode:A look at how each team got to this point.A look at the rosters and injuries for Celtic and Bayern Munich.A guess at Bayern Munich’s starting XI — is the rumored A-team going to get the nod?A prediction on the match.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, @IredahlMarcus, @2012nonexistent, @TommyAdams71 and more. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Feb 10, 2025 • 42min
Bavarian Podcast Works — The Bundesliga Rundown with Marcus Iredahl: Matchday 21
Will the title race be decided next week?In this episode of The Bundesliga Rundown, we’ll break down Bayern Munich’s title chances and the fierce relegation battle at the bottom of the table.Plus, we’ll discuss:Bayern Munich, Borussia Dortmund, and Bayer Leverkusen’s prospects in the Champions LeagueCan VfL Bochum pull off another Bundesliga survival?The fascinating world of the Zweite BundesligaAnd much more!Let me know if you’d like any tweaks!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.socialAlso, 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 on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Feb 9, 2025 • 38min
Bavarian Podcast Works S7E29: Should fans be worried by Bayern Munich’s recent performances?; Bayern is banged up heading into Celtic showdown; Why Vincent Kompany needs to evolve; Harry Kane’s release clause has awakened English suitors; and MORE!
Bayern Munich has a tough week ahead and Samrin and Chuck are here to tackle the most pertinent topics. With games against Celtic FC and Bayer Leverkusen ahead, there is plenty to talk about. This is what we have on tap:Final thoughts on Bayern Munich’s lackluster win over Werder Bremen.What to expect from Bayern Munich vs. Celtic FC in the Champions League.Why Vincent Kompany needs to evolve as Bayern Munich’s manager.Should Kompany look to shake up his attack by taking a break from Leroy Sané, Kingsley Coman, and Serge GnabryEnglish club seem to be clamoring for Harry Kane now (Arsenal, Manchester United, Tottenham Hotspur, Liverpool FC). Will he see out his contract?Joshua Kimmich really might wait this one out for a while before making a decision on his future.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 on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.