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James Rose, Jared Bustamante & Boyce Richardson
The weekly English Premier League Football ("Soccer") gameshow podcast, featuring quizzes, statistics, debate and more!
(Quick update: Our show still keeps its current name and logo for now!)
For our latest EPL breakdown, we highlight the latest improvements on both sides of North London. We also discuss the latest battle for the remaining top 4 spots and the current relegation picture. OH, and Brighton's goal fiasco!
(No quizzes this week.)
For our latest EPL breakdown, we highlight the latest issues on both sides of North London, the latest suspect decisions made by VAR and United's current success, capped by a 9-goal victory over Southampton.
(No quizzes this week.)
It's the end of the year and a perfect time to recap the recognisable parts from an intriguing calendar year of football.
Before we break down our choices for Best Player, Best Team, Worst Manager, we recall the latest on-field action, including the title race being wide open and Sheffield United on task to break a unwanted record...
We return to the mics for a North London Derby special! We quiz out some of those key stats and discuss Spurs's ultimate victory over the Gunners. We also plays a special round of Player Profile.
We return to recap Liverpool's VAR moment against local Merseyside rivals Everton, as well as Pickford's vicious tackle on Van Dijk. We also look at West Ham's comeback from 3-0 down against Spurs and Arsenal not taking at least a point from Man City.
No player Profile this week.
In our next quizzical episode, we look over the result of the century. Aston Villa, 7...Liverpool 2. We also examine Spurs's 6-goal victory over Utd and Everton strong start.
Player profile once again features.
WELCOME TO THE SEASON 4 DEBUT!
The guys are back to quiz out the highlight of the the 1st Matchweek of the 2020/21 season! We chew over Arsenal's performance over Fulham, the shootout between Liverpool and Leeds and Spurs's 1-0 loss to Everton.
After a unique season of EPL football, we conclude our season of recordings!
We discuss the fate of the 3 relegated teams. Will Bournemouth bounce back up? What next for Watford FC? We also assess Chelsea and Man Utd and their official UCL participation next season.
We wrap up the episode with closing thoughts on our respective North London Teams. Will Spurs ever find that ascendancy again? When do Arsenal get back to strong contention?
(Since we had technical issues, we had to skip 'Player Profile' and final scores. But we hope you enjoy the quizzical round up we manage to record!)
After another North London Derby encounter, the guys quiz out some of the key stats from this game, and previous NLD fixtures. Player Profile returns as part of our special and we conclude with a discussion of Man City's successful UCL appeal.
After a two month absence, we return!
For the next few episodes we'll be paying around with our format, so bare with us as our restart to podcasting action is a little different to our usual structured quiz. (But give us your feedback. What elements of our old show would you like to see again?)
In our return to the mics, we congratulate Liverpool on officially clinching the title, we look at the "what next" for Man City, Chelsea and Man Utd, and we ponder the current fate of our respective North London teams...sad face emoji.
In this week's quizzical rendition, we're joined by local KC news reporter Marcus Officer! He helps us quiz out Chelsea and Man United's current stats, as well as playing a round of 'Rumour Mill' and 'Team Profile.' Marcus also shares his thoughts on the league's response to the Coronavirus and how they conclude the season.
In our next episode without EPL action, we look at Liverpool's ongoing dominance over Everton and pinpoint the moment Manchester City lost their momentum this season. We ask whether Dele Alli has caused more controversy and a version of Team Profile is played! We also discuss elements of uncertainty that remain unanswered from the Coronavirus outbreak, including Player contracts and how the league determines the final table positions.
In an extended episode, we bring back the memories of those key fixtures form this current season. They include the first North London Derby, Chelsea's 5-2 win over Wolves and Leicester's 9-goal thriller over Southampton. Rumour Mill questions Everton's development plans for the summer and Player Profile looks at those players whose illnesses have kept them sidelined for long periods of time. We conclude with an extensive discussion on how they plan to wrap up the current Premier League season!
In today's quizzical outing, we analyse the Manchester Derby, Chelsea's destruction of Everton and Liverpool limping over the line against Bournemouth. Rumour Mill questions Harry Kane's future and Player Profile goes to measurable heights ;-)
Today's episode has us quizzing out Everton's 1-1 draw with Man United, Spurs's 3rd consecutive loss in all competitions (this time to Wolves) and Liverpool's unbeaten run coming to an end (at the hands of Watford FC!) 'Rumour Mill' has us questioning if Frank Lampard plans a major Chelsea squad overhaul and 'Player Profile' cross-examines players who weight over 180lb!
We recall the weekend's action with Chelsea's convincing win over a lackluster Spurs, Arsenal seeing another EPL victory, this time over a resurgent Everton and United's 3-0 win over Watford. Rumour Mill has us questioning Declan Rice's future at West Ham and Player Profile tests the guys's knowledge on the VAR victims of the current season.
After a staggered Winter Break, the guys return to quiz out the latest on-field action. This includes Chelsea'a VAR robbery against United, Spurs snatching 3 points from Aston Vila and Arsenal scoring 4 goals in a single game! We also discuss Man City's 'Financial Fair Play' breach!
No Player Profile this week.
Another Premier League weekend sees the guys break down some of their favourite fixtures. We examine Spurs's shock win over City, the ramifications of Arsenal's 0-0 draw with Burnley and Everton's come-from-behind win over Watford. Rumour Mill and Player Profile also feature.
In our latest FA Cup edition, the guys look over the ties between Manchester United and Tranmere, Spurs and Southampton and Liverpool and Shrewsbury. We quiz out some of the latest rumours and a version of FA Cup TEAM Profile is played.
We're back! The guys return to quiz out the latest Premier league happenings, including Liverpool's trip to Spurs, Arsenal unlucky encounter with Crystal Palace and City's destruction of Aston Villa. We also play "Stadium Profile", a slight twist on our usual closing quiz classic!
To cap off the end of the year (and decade), the guys look over the Premier League performances and award recognition to teams and players in certain categories. Those are:
- Team of the Year
- Worst Team
- Best Newcomer/Progressive Player
- Best Goal
- Best "Howler"
- Best Player
Do you agree with their selections?
On today's show, we welcome back 'Mostly Soccer' podcasters Michael Dalo and Jimmy Fuoco. We look over Spurs's abysmal performance against Chelsea, Leicester's title chances slipping away and United's hot and cold performances this season. We quiz out rumours involving Christian Eriksen's imminent departure and Aston Villa's spending, and a round of 'Team Profile' features teams that have conceded 3 or more goals in a single game this season.
We welcome back Tim Crean, our resident city fan and podcaster for 'A Cityzen Abroad.' He helps us look over City's convincing victory over Arsenal and whether they have enough to still challenge for the title. We also look over United unpredictable performances and Chelsea's recent slide.
'Rumour Mill' features gossip around a new contract for Raheem Sterling and whether or not Jack Grealish moves to Tottenham.
This week's 'Player Profile' looks at the players who've been cross-examined by VAR on handball offenses- awarded or not!
We welcome the return of KC Gooners chairman Boyce Richardson, who shares his thoughts over Arsenal's dismissal of Unai Emery and also shares his ideal replacements. We also chew over City's draw with Newcastle and Leicester's cruel victory over Everton. Rumour Mill returns and a round of "Manager Profile" features.
Almost a week after the Spurs managerial dust has settled, James quizzes out the head-to-head stats between Mourinho and Pochettino. We're joined by Dave Knittel of 'The Soccer Tavern' and Will Rivard of 'Tottenham Hotspur World' blog to test this knowledge and the stats from other key fixtures. This includes City's win over Chelsea, Arsenal's performance against Southampton and Sheffield United's 6-goal thriller against Man United.
James and Jared are joined by our favourite 'LAD' Kevin Pettit and first-time guest Oscar Puente, one of the hosts of the 'Miles Offside' Podcast. We analyse the crucial tie between Liverpool and Man City as well as Leicester's comfortable victory over Arsenal and Chelsea's ongoing success. Rumour Mill and Player Profile also feature.
After disappointing results for both North London clubs, the guys break down their respective team's faults and how their opponents took points. We also look over Leicester's 9-goal away win and whether they should be in discussion for title challengers. Rumour Mill and Player Profile once again feature.
After the next International break, the guys are joined by Dave Lewis and Eric Neal of the "Two Rash Challenges" Podcast. We look over Liverpool's tie with United, Arsenal's shock loss to Sheffield United, Spurs's ongoing crisis and Chelsea's unexpected run of form. Rumour Mill and an International Player Profile also feature.
The soccer quiz returns from a brief break to look over the chaos at Tottenham, the Manchester United meltdown and City's shock loss to Wolves. Rumour Mill and Player Profile once again feature.
Host James Rose sits down with 3 members of the Kansas City Spurs fan group; Jared Bustamante - Chairman (and season regular), Brian Kaltenbach - also Taproom and Marketing Manager at Strange Days Brewing and Yoaav Krauthammer. They discuss why each of them chose Tottenham Hotspur to support, the birth and growth of the KC Spurs and their thoughts on Spurs's current season.
The Bros Talking Soccer - Dave and Matt Knittel, join us as we piece together Norwich's epic victory over Man City. We assess Watford's comeback draw with Arsenal and the 7-goal thriller between Chelsea and Wolves. Rumour Mill and Player Profile also feature.
During the International break, Host James Rose takes us through his early Premier League thoughts on the current title race, his updated Top 4 predictions and the news on the weekly quiz show and the 2020 Podcaster's Cup!
In a slightly lopsided North London Derby special, we're joined by KC Spurs chairman Jared Bustamante, Will Rivard of Tottenham World Hotspur and Mike Dalo of Mostly Soccer Podcast flies solo as the only Arsenal representative. Collectively, the guys breakdown the key elements of Sunday's derby. Did Harry Kane dive? Did the referee make fair calls? What happened to Arsenal in the 1st half? Special editions of "NLD Fact or Fiction" and Player Profile also feature.
This week, the guys are joined by Daryl Grove and Taylor Rockwell from the 'Total Soccer Show' podcast. They help us look over Arsenal's loss to Liverpool, Utd's shock loss to Crystal Palace, Spurs woeful performance against Newcastle and Chelsea's first win of the season. Rumour Mill and Player Profile also feature!
We welcome the return of Tim Crean from 'A Cityzen Abroad' podcast. He helps us go over VAR's dismantling of the EPL, with proof from Man City's game over Spurs. The guys also discuss Wolves's point from the Red Devils and Chelsea's latest performance under Frank Lampard.
Our 1st episode of season 3 is here! James Rose returns as host and is joined by regular pundits Jared Bustamante and Boyce Richardson. Also joining us as a first-time guest is one of the hosts of the "Rooster and the Devil" podcast and Man Utd fan, Jimmy Karn.
They discuss Man Utd's destruction of Frank Lampard's Chelsea, Spurs avoiding embarrassment against newly-promoted Aston Villa and VAR's epic debut in City's clash against West Ham.
Despite recording in the middle of a construction zone (Strange Days renovations), the usual suspects (and Corey) regroup after the summer break to discuss the current transfers, the top 6 prospects and play a "broken" round of Player Profile.
In our first Podcaster's Cup Grand Finale, we welcome back Todd Lewis from the Free Kick and Drew Pells from On the Counter. Having claimed victories in their other contests, the two face off to claim the ultimate prize; the title as Champion in the Inaugural Podcaster's Cup.
Our second contest of Round 2 sees Drew Pells of the 'On the Counter' podcast face-off against Boyce Richardson of the Kansas City Gooners. The winner books their spot in the final of the Podcaster's Cup! The loser is sadly eliminated.
Our first contest of Round 2 sees Dave Knittel of the Bros Talking Soccer, who edged victory over Kevin Pettit of L.A.D.S, face-off against Todd Lewis of the Free Kick. The winner books their spot in the final of the Podcaster's Cup! The loser is sadly eliminated.
Our 4th and final fixture of Round 1 sees Dave Knittel, one of the three brothers from "Bros Talking Soccer" take on fellow Philadelphian Kevin Pettit of the "L.A.D.S" (Loud Americans Discussing Soccer) Podcast. The winner moves onto Round 2, the loser is sadly eliminated.
Our 3rd contest sees Boyce Richardson, chairman of the Kansas City Gooners face off against Tim Crean of 'The Cityzen Abroad' Podcast. The winner moves onto Round 2, the loser is sadly eliminated.
Our 2nd match sees Will Rivard, writer for the 'Tottenham Hotspur World' blog take on Drew Pells, the voice of the 'On the Counter' podcast. The winner moves onto Round 2, the loser is sadly eliminated!
In our debut contest of the Podcaster's Cup, Todd Lewis, Co-Host of 'The Free Kick' podcast goes up against Jared Bustamante, a "Who Kicked the Corner Flag?! regular and the chairman of the Kansas City Spurs fan group. The winner moves onto Round 2, the loser is sadly eliminated!
In our last episode of season two, we welcome on Phil Baki and Patrick Staley of the "Two Red Gringo's" Liverpool podcast and Tim Crean, our resident Man City podcaster from "Cityzens Abroad". We look over City's success as EPL Champions, as well as Liverpool's overall performance throughout the 2018-19 campaign. We also PREVIEW the upcoming All-English UCL Final between Spurs and Liverpool.
The guys run another roundtable and discuss the ongoing tortoise race to the Top 4, Liverpool's slim chances at Premier League glory and the future of Ole's Manchester United. Another frustrating Rumour Mill has us wondering if Chris Hughton has an inflated Brighton transfer budget and we examine Spanish players in Player Profile.
It looks like the Top4 race is certainly not over, as the guys breakdown the performances from those teams wanting to clinch it. Rumour Mill has us wondering who Manchester United get in the midfield for next season and we look over last-minute winners in Player Profile.
The guys are joined by the pundits from the "Mostly Soccer" podcast. They analyse Arsenal's loss to Crystal Palace, Spurs's 3-game series over Manchester City and Everton's demolition of United.
The guys look over the Top 4 prospects of their respective teams, before assessing Liverpool's title challenge against Manchester City. A round of Rumour Mill features where "Nike" is discussed and a French-Inspired Player Profile concludes the contest.
After a few weeks off, the guys regroup to break down Arsenal's loss to Everton, Eden Hazard's wizardry against West Ham and the Watford/Wolves FA Cup Semi clash. A round a Rumour Mill and Player Profile once again feature.
In our 3rd FA Cup edition, the guys look over the controversial lack of VAR for City's win over Swansea, United's shock loss at the hands of the mighty Wolves and a well-contested contest between Watford and Crystal Palace. Rumour Mill and an FA Cup "Team Profile" also feature.
We look over Spurs's Spring slump at it gets well underway, as well as Arsenal's successful win over United and Chelsea snatching a late point from the Wolves. Rumour Mill and Player Profile once again feature.
We run our 2nd North London Derby special, picking out key moments from the match. We play a round of 'Fact or Fiction' with derby-related stats and a player profile with Gooners and Spurs players combined.
In our first episode with 2 outside guests, we look over the goalless tie between Man Utd and Liverpool. We also pick apart Spurs' loss to Burnley and Watford scoring 5 goals for the first time since 1986! Usual games to follow.
We're joined by Todd Lewis, host of "The Free Kick" Podcast. He helps us in our first Champions League special where we go over Dortmund's demise to Spurs and PSG's victory over United. Rumour Mill and Player Profile once again feature.
In this week's episode, we revisit Man City's demolition of Chelsea, and comfortable victories for Man Utd and Liverpool. Rumour Mill returns, as well as a Player Profile, where players who've had issues with referees is the clue.
We're joined by Dave Knittel from the "Bro's Talking Soccer" podcast. He helps us breakdown the lack of wins for Liverpool, Manchester City's win over Arsenal and Chelsea's questionable future with Sarri at the helm. Rounds of Rumour Mill and Player Profile once again feature.
We're joined by Drew Pells from the "On The Counter" podcast to breakdown the shock results of the FA Cup's 4th round. This includes Spurs' defeat to Crystal Palace, Arsenal's loss to the Red Devils and other EPL team losses for Everton and West Ham. Rumour Mill and Team Profile once again feature.
We welcome back Boyce, who helps us look over Arsenal's convincing win over the Blues, Liverpool's ongoing title charge and the Wolves vs Leicester 7-goal spectacle. Rumour Mill and Player Profile once again feature.
Despite some technical issues (and Corey's dog), we examine the incredible performance from David De Gea in the Spurs vs Man Utd game. We also examine West Ham's victory over the Gunners and the future for Huddersfield Town after Wagner's departure. Rumour Mill and Player Profile once again feature.
In our First FA Cup Edition of our 2nd season, we pick 3 of the biggest talking points from the 3rd Round fixtures. We introduce a new game called "Going the Distance" which tests the knowledge of team positions on their respective leagues, and conclude with a round of FA Cup "Team Profile."
We start the New Year by detailing team performances during the festive fixtures and discuss the contenders of the title race. Rounds of Rumour Mill and Player Profile also feature.
We're without both our regulars this week, so James recruits newcomer Corey Gregory, an admin to the KC Spurs fan group and previous contestant Tim Crean, host of the Cityzen Abroad podcast. They go over the weekend fixtures and play rounds of Rumour Mill and Player Profile.
We're rejoined by KC Gooners Vice-Chairman Brent Anderson. Together, he helps us try a new game to breakdown the week and weekend EPL fixtures. Rumour Mill is played once more and "Hat-Trick Heroes" becomes the clue for Player Profile.
In our FIRST North London Derby Special, we welcome on multiple guests to breakdown the talking points of the game. In teams, they also determine which stats are true or false in "Fact or Fiction", and which players get the NLD mention in Player Profile.
This week, we're joined by 'London is Blue' podcaster Brandon Busbee, who goes over Chelsea's loss to Spurs as well as the other key Premier League fixtures. Rounds of Rumour Mill and Player Profile also feature.
We're without Boyce this week, so Jared attempts to reach a score of 26 or higher to gain an extra point on the overall season tally. Can he fly solo and un-opposed to glory? He faces a tricky Top3 segment and a Player Profile with a scoring twist.
With Jared absent this week, fellow Premier League podcaster Kevin Pettit joins us to look over the Top 6 clash between Arsenal and Liverpool. Another round of Rumour Mill features as well as Player Profile.
With the series score favouring Boyce, it's up to Jared to find a way back into it. Key fixtures over the weekend are discussed, including City's win over Spurs and Arsenal's tie with Crystal Palace.
After the International break, the guys sit down to once again talk about Jose Mourinho, and his reaction to the Chelsea Assistant's fist pump. An epic return of Rumour Mill also features as well as a slight twist on our fan favourite.
In another shortened episode, we ponder the length of Mourinho's stay at Manchester United, as well as breakdown the other crucial fixtures in Game-week 8 of the Premier League.
In this shorter episode, the guys return to breakdown the moments from Gameweek 6, including an intriguing draw from a London Derby and Liverpool's ongoing success.
In this episode, we are without Boyce as he travels to Ireland. So Jared takes on the one-off challenge of trying to accumulate at least 18 points in a Premier League quiz contest. Can he do it?
In our 3rd Episode, we're joined by local Man Utd fan Beau Parker, who helps us piece together their crisis in the wake of their loss to Spurs. The return of Rumour Mill is also featured.
In this second episode, we welcome the return of Jared back to the podcast. We breakdown Chelsea's frantic London Derby against the Gunners and Manchester City's unstoppable power!
In our first episode of our second season, we welcome back Manchester City podcaster Tim Crean, who helps us go over their impressive performance against Unai Emery's Gunners. We also throw in a new contest and revisit an old classic!
The guys are joined by Manchester City podcaster (and Belgium fan) Tim Cream, who helps look over the World Cup performances from the final four teams. Another round of Nation Profile is played, as well as a discussion of the upcoming Premier League season.
In this first Off-season special, the guys look over the early World Cup 2018 fixtures and any drama that has come from the tournament.
In our season finale, the guys meet at round-table to analyse the conclusion the 2017/18 EPL fixtures, share thoughts on their team's future prospects and draw countries for their upcoming 2018 World Cup Sweepstakes!
In our penultimate episode of the Premier League series, the guys look over the game-changing results for the Top4 race and the Wenger farewell. Rumour Mill and Player Profile also feature.
The guys look over the past weekend's mix of fixtures, including the surprise late battles to avoid relegation and to make the Top 4!
Following the FA Cup Semi-Final weekend, we are joined by "American Red Devils" podcaster Alex Munoz, who discusses Man Utd's key moments in their success as well as the other football talking points. Another round of 'Rumour Mill' and 'Player Profile' features.
For our 25th episode, the guys are joined by "London is Blue" podcaster Brandon Busbee, who helps break down City's victory weekend, as well as the other significant fixtures.
After a thrilling Manchester Derby, the guys highlight some of the key moments from the game, and go on to discuss the other important fixtures. Another round of Rumour Mill features, as well as the ever favourite "Player Profile."
After the international break, the guys return to their podcasting ways by highlighting the events of the Chelsea/Spurs clash and the other key fixtures from the weekend!
With a mix of Premier League fixtures and FA Cup fixtures from the weekend, the guys sift through the main talking points. This includes the Mo Salah goal-scoring machine and the significant victories for Chelsea and Spurs.
With the series tied once again at 8 a-piece, the guys try to figure out a slightly unexpected Top3. The guys also play another round of "Who Said That" and finish as usual with "Player Profile."
In our 20th Episode, we are joined with Man City podcaster Tim Crean, who helps us break down their ongoing successes, as well as Arsenal's ongoing demise and VAR's epic teething issues.
In our latest FA Cup edition, we marvel at a shocking Man City loss and cringe at another Spurs replay. Also included is the return of our famous "Team Profile" game and a discussion question for our pundits to conclude.
In our special North London Derby episode, the guys analyze the key moments from the game, and breakdown the other intriguing fixtures from the weekend.
This week, the guys are joined by fellow podcaster and Liverpool fan Chris Bowerbank, Host and Producer of "Across the Pond". They break down the weekend's fixture, including the Liverpool/Spurs controversial draw.
In tonight's episode, we have a mashup of FA Cup and Premier League games to discuss as well as the inclusion of another round of "Transfer United" and "Team Profile."
With the series tied at 5 apiece, the guys battle it out to guess this weekend's Top4 most discussed EPL topics. Did the Sanchez transfer saga make the list? What about Watford's sacking of Marco Silva?
In our first roundtable recording, the guys breakdown the weekend's fixtures, including Arsenal's demise to Bournemouth and Chelsea's 3rd draw in a row (in all competitions.)
In this FA Cup Special we breakdown the highlights from the 3rd Round, including a discussion on the Introduction of the Video Assistant Referee ("VAR.")
With the series at 4-3 to Jared, Boyce has the opportunity to tie it up. Will his choice of discussions make the Top4 segment this week, or will he fall to Jared's mastery at 'Player Profile' once more?
With a multitude of fixtures over the festive period, the guys break down the most discussed elements, including Jose Mourinho's mentality and Swanseas Swan-dive to the bottom of the table.
The guys break down the intriguing fixtures over the PL weekend, including the Manchester Derby and the Merseyside Derby.
Despite some technical glitches, the guys discuss another extended week of Premier League action!
We welcome the return of Boyce, fresh from his mountain escapades, to discuss Arsenal's NLD joy and the latest EPL action.
As Boyce is somewhere up a mountain this week, our new guest Doug Boleski takes the Gunner's chair as we discuss...that game...
We mix the order of the mini-games up a little bit this week, with the introduction of another new one!
We welcome the return of Boyce, who once against battles Jared in attempt of a 2nd consecutive victory. That and more analysis from the weekend's EPL action.
James and Jared are joined by their 1st guest. An Arsenal fan and chairman of the Gunners of KC group!
After the international break, James and Jared break down the Premier League weekend's events, with a gameshow style theme.