The Dummy Run Podcast: Recent Episodes
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After several weeks the gang is back to recap what's happened since we last spoke...or at least give it the ol' Dummy Run try. Sorry about the levels, never did get them quite.
Coming off a bye week the gang get's together to react to week one, discuss what we expect in week 3, and the finer points of stock trading.
The gang is back for another preseason discussion. On this episode they dive a bit deeper on a few of the new signings, discuss #LegionGate and In a shocking twist, even remember to answer listener questions.
And we're back in business! Join Alex and Grant as they discuss how rust works, slasher movie villains, the recent slew of #MNUFC transfers, the season's odds with and without Rey, and much more!
MNUFC are a playoff team for the 4th year in a row. Join the gang as they cover take aways from MINvVAN, what the four-peat means, expectations for the playoffs, and pre-season predictions.
After nearly a month, the gang finally gets back together to wander through the last 6 matches like a lost kid in a Sam's Club (i got lost in a sam's club one time. no, i don't want to talk about it). Sorry we've been gone so long, we missed you too.
Join Alex and Grant as they recap the games against Nashville and Austin, discuss MNUFC's current run of form, adjust their positions on the coaching situation, and much more!
After a confusing 4-4 tie at home, the gang is back to discuss how you should feel about that result, what the rest of the season looks like, and what constatutes a mustache.
Join Alex and Grant as they record a quick recap of the Loons victory over DC United, then head on over to the Dynalytics podcast to hear their interview with two loyal Houston Dynamo fans.
3 wins with 3 goals in each gives #MNUFC 9 points and moves them into 6th place. Three cheers to that.
Join Alex and Grant as they discuss #MNUFC games again Galaxy and RSL, the ongoing 2nd half struggles, Hunou's departure and Reynoso's "return" and transfer rumors.
Hey pals, thanks for being patient. Join Alex and Grant as they review MNUFC vs the Revs, coaching rumors, cliche magic 8-balls, and the wild world of U12 sports. Did you miss us? We missed you.
The gang is back and doing their best to stay positive after 3 straight league losses. With the team trending downwards, is it time to move on from Heath? Is there any outcome that would lead to that happening mid-season? If the grass under your gutter is dead, but you can only tell that when you move the gutter, does it really matter? Does anyone actually read this? who knows.
It's another busy week in the Dummy Run household so the gang gets together for a quick one. In just 45mins they cover all the topics and still have time for extended Hunou talk. Wow, they really can do it all.
Grant returns as the gang discusses consecutive wins against Forward Madison and Chicago Fire. Gaga is good, but DSC proved he was born this way and left Chicago caught in a bad romance.
With Grant unavailable, Alex taps into his vast social network (1 of his 5 friends and his fiancee) to step in as co-host. Together, they talk MINvCOL, what they expect for the two upcoming matches, and what stadium food you should be on the lookout for.
The gang is back after missing a few weeks. After two losses in a row, they do their best to uncover what's wrong and how Heath and Co. can turn things around. As always, they also cover #DummyRunFantasy and the various accolades of Grant's esteemed sporting career.
Join Grant and Alex as they discuss #MNUFC v #NYRB, reaching the peak, keeper controversy, being outdoorsy and rules; both spoken and unspoken.
After taking several days to dry out, the gang is back together and ready to discuss a sloppy home opener. As always, technical difficulties do their best to discourage them but they see it through and produce a product that can only be described as 'acceptable'. aka - the Dummy Run Way. Also, Alex accidentally deleted a years worth of episodes.
Join Grant and Stefan (#StatsByStefan) as they discuss the following:
Stefan's Lies, #MNUFC v Philadelphia, formation debates, Aurora FC, Striker comparisons, using the word "titular" and the good ol' fashioned eye test.
Join Alex and Grant as they give an #MNUFC preseason recap, discuss shrimp that hit different, striker depth, preseason predictions, and much more.
Guess who's back, back again. The gang is back, tell a friend....After a long off-season, the gang returns! Join Grant and Alex as they try (and fail) to recap all that's happened since they last spoke, look ahead at what's to come, and answer your listener question. Oh, and also to hear Hannah working on an office renovation in the background.
MNUFC is in the playoffs and for one brief moment, all feels right with the world...as long as you don't think too hard about it. Join the gang as they pick apart Decision Day, discuss playoff expectations, and cover the 3 pillars of The Dummy Run Podcast.
Join the fellas as Grant returns to converse with Alex about MNUFC's games vs Vancouver, SKC, swimming pool ownership, meandering thoughts, the convoluted playoff race, and much more!
With Grant out of town, Alex is left to fend for himself with a cast of strangers. Join him as he talks with Robb Lauer about all things Minnesota United before being joined by a Vancouver Whitecaps supporter to discuss Wednesday's match from their POV.
Join the fellas as they discuss the power of will, #MNUFC vs Colorado, cursed monkey paws, Hassani Dotson's stock, and interview Matt VanBenschoten, the head coach USL II side Minneapolis City.
After missing a week, the gang careens wildly from subject to subject with no real rhyme or reason. Hits include a return of the wedding koozie, Vito Mannone, and the experts at MLS dot com.
Join Alex and Grant as they discuss the lows of #MNUFC vs SKC, the highs of the game vs LA Galaxy, debate Robin Lod at the #9 position, fantasy MLS updates, and more!
Another loss in Seattle at the hands of everyone's least favorite substitute teacher. The gang gets back together after a quick international break to discuss the 1-0 loss in Seattle, Heath’s future, and red carpet drama.
After two consecutive ties to ten men squads, the gang once again searches for answers and questions whether or not the feeling of disappointment is justified. They also set up camp and prepare to die on Hunou Hill.
Join hosts Alex and Grant as they discuss workshopping heckles, Ramon Abila's American vacation, lasers, expected goals (and how to feel about them) and why Alex hates Olimpicos (and fun). Oh, and there's a MNUFC victory over Houston to talk about, too.
Join Alex and Grant as they recap the games against Vancouver and LAFC, discuss the joys of neighborly deck-sanding, controversial PKs, improv classes, and more.
After back to back wins against Cascadia foes, the gang squeeze in an episode before a mid-week game in L.A. Topics include, but are not limited to: wedding music, food poisoning, koozie etiquette, and soccer.
No one asks how, they just ask how many. After a 1-0 win at home against a depleted Seattle side, the gang gets together for another marathon episode to discuss what they saw, what it means, and the finer points of diving.
A draw at home against SJE and a 2-0 loss on the road to The Rapids leaves Grant questioning what it all means. Meanwhile, Alex picks a fight with a bird outside his window who’s feeling particularly chatty. Somewhere in there they also discuss player performances and what they expect out of the next 4 matches.
Join Grant and stand-in supersub host Stefan as they go over the #MNUFC games vs Austin, Portland, tackle some tough issues and listener questions, and debate about who the most dedicated host is.
Join Alex and Grant as they marvel at the new toys (microphone for Grant, Fragapane, Hunou, and Niko for the Loons), discuss the FC Dallas game, debate about the intricacies of a glass cannon, and much much more.
Similar to Niko’s goal against RSL, the gang records an episode that’s not pretty, but gets the job done. After moving, both Alex and Grant are faced with a myriad of technical issues that leads to an episode that’s as smooth as a spring road. There is also some soccer talk.
Aaaaaand we are underway after a brief bye-week break! Join Alex and Grant as they discuss goalie selection, hyperbaric chambers, outrage over Daryl Dike's USMNT snub, and all the various reasons why Grant is a liar liar, pants on fire.
The gang hits the reset button after MNUFC finally pulls out their first (somewhat unconvincing) win. With a crazy week, they focus on big picture items while leaving a respectful amount of time for spaghetti talk.
The gang searches for light in the darkness after another tough week. While times are tough, they stress that all is not lost and that it's not time to hit the panic button just yet. They also explore the highs and lows of the cinematic masterpiece, Ocean’s 12.
After two losses to open the season, the gang has a bit of a different episode. Join them as they broadly discuss how they’re feeling about these loses, the state of the team, what's on the line this weekend, and bowling.
The gang recap the opening day loss in Seattle through a mostly optimistic lens. In addition, they take a stroll through the other matches of MLS opening weekend, Fantasy woes, and theoretical coaching outfits.
With the season just a few days away, the gang pulls out all the stops and lets the hype train run off the rails. Join them as they discuss more MNUFC signings, team/standing predictions, and of course, power rankings beef. There is also some surprisingly in-depth sandwich talk.
The gang break out the tin foil hats to discuss signing rumors, preseason results, and early season predictions. Stay till the end to hear Mika (Alex's girlfriend) make Gyoza in the background.
As February draws to a close, the gang recaps what's happened since they last spoke, what they expect in the coming season, and of course, the ever present two to three more signings that are needed. Make yourself comfortable, this is a long one.
The gang start off the New Year by taking your questions, discussing the Molino departure and Trapp's arrival, and MLS logo design favorites (and least favorites). Come for the speculation, stay for the friendship.
The gang recap the Crew's MLS Cup victory over Seattle, discuss the newest #MNUFC centerback Callum Montgomery, and discuss their choices for the Austin FC Expansion Draft. But most importantly, they sit down with Minnesota United player Sam Gleadle to talk about Reno, spicy foods, and Harry Potter.
The gang pour a tall glass of whisky, take a deep breath, and discuss: Minnesota United at Seattle Sounders, the MLS Cup Final, and body double conspiracy theories. They say hindsight is 20/20. Well, with hosts like these it's more like 20/70.
Join hosts Alex and Grant as they review Columbus v Nashville, Orlando v New England, LAFC v Seattle, and discuss the ideal lunchmeat, cautionable offenses, and more.
4:50- Current MLS Cup playoff results and format
10:30- Recap of Columbus v Nashville
17:40- Recap of Orlando v New England
52:30- LAFC v Seattle
68:36- Listener Questions
Cue Young Jeezy's "Put On" because the Loons have won their first ever MLS Playoff game! Join hosts Alex and Grant as they breakdown MNUFC's win against the Colorado Rapids, discuss the other games in the first round of MLS Playoffs, and answer listener questions about the upcoming game against SKC.
Join hosts Alex and Grant as they discuss Minnesota United's international departures, MNUFC's upcoming playoff game against Colorado, playoff predictions, Finnish vocabulary words, and the Bachelorette.
Hosts Alex and Grant recap Minnesota United's games against Chicago and FC Dallas, discuss the complexities of a face stomp, and mourn the loss of their original recording of this episode.
The gang discuss MInnesota United's game against Colorado, the cancelled game against SKC and a few team's coaching situations. They also host Reno 1868 FC supporter Brad Palonsky (@PalOnTheSky) on the pod to talk about MNUFC's 3 new signings from Reno.
Join Alex and Grant as they discuss the last minute heroics of Aaron Schoenfeld against FC Cincinnati, the upcoming stretch of games, answer some listener questions, and host an interview (40:18) with Drew Picard of The Supporters' Shield Foundation.
Hosts Alex McCracken (@UpTheLoons) and Grant Herschberger (@ColdNorthRants) kick off the first episode of The Dummy Run Podcast; a podcast about all things Minnesota United, with a healthy dose of MLS and a light dusting of USL.