Podcasts by The Call Up
Not many people are as close to Major League Soccer’s players, coaches and fans as MLSsoccer.com’s Jillian Sakovits and Susannah Collins. Whether it’s on the sidelines or working on a feature story, they spend much of the season on the road and interacting with the newsmakers of the league. With 9 seasons of MLS experience between them and the closest of friends, Jill & Susannah invite you to pull up a chair and be a part of the conversations that up until now had stayed between them over a couple cocktails! We pull back the curtain to what it's like covering MLS – on and off the field.
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A Perfect Hollywood Ending: LAFC Wins MLS Cup from 2022-11-06T11:00
Goals in extratime, a Gareth Bale header that sends the game to PKs, and a goalkeeper sub that ends in an MVP performance sound like a Hollywood movie, but that is exactly what MLS Cup 2022 feat...
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Unfinished Business in Philadelphia from 2022-10-25T21:00
Get to know Leon Flach! The 21 year old German has played every game since arriving last season & just had the game winner to send the Union back to the Eastern C...
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Brad Stuver: “These are the games that make rivalries explode” from 2022-10-18T20:00
From the ESPY’s to the Audi 2022 MLS Cup Playoffs, we cover it all with Austin FC Goalkeeper Brad Stuver. Fresh off his penalty kick win, he talks upcoming date w...
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A Golden Season for Hany Mukhtar from 2022-10-11T21:00
2022 MLS Golden Boot Pres. by Audi winner Nashville SC midfielder Hany Mukhtar is a ray of sunshine on this very timely & ...
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¡Bienvenidos a Ximena Cebreros: the MLS Español collab you’ve been waiting for! from 2022-10-04T21:00
We catch up with MLSES host & reporter Ximena Cebreros. From Mexico to NYC, Ximena shares her career path, from covering news and entertainment in her home countr...
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Eskandarian Chronicles: Leaving Iran, 2004 D.C. United,&Kim Kardashian from 2022-09-27T21:00
Alecko Eskandarian joins the show! Find out what the former MLS Cup MVP said about the secret to that 2004 DCU team and how his 2010 date with Kim Kardashian came...
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Gaga Slonina Gets Set to Join Christian Pulisic at Chelsea from 2022-09-20T21:00
18 year old Chicago Fire goalkeeper is about to make the move of a lifetime to Chelsea FC of the Premier League. The ladie...
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Giorgio Chiellini: Why MLS has more talent than Serie A from 2022-09-13T21:00
Get star stuck on this episode with superstar Giorgio Chiellini! A "student" of the game, Chiellini discusses how the defender role has changed through the years and which MLS defenders impress ...
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Did Phil Neville&David Beckham sign a friendship pact? from 2022-09-06T21:00
Inter Miami manager Phil Neville shares his “brilliant basics” and Beckham’s 2022 expectations. The Pep Guardiola + Bruce Arena dinner party you don’t want to mis...
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Making Sure "Cinderella Gets the Slipper Put on Her Foot" from 2022-08-30T21:00
Ahead of their historic appearance in the U.S. Open Cup Final, Sacramento Republic head coach Mark Briggs joins the pod. He discusses his team’s “Cinderella story” in this year’s tournament as t...
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Tesho Akindele: “Pressure is a Privilege” from 2022-08-23T21:00
The Call Up welcomes Orlando City forward Tesho Akindele back to the pod. Fresh off his game winning goal, Tesho explains why he’s able to show up in big moments,...
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Matt Miazga: MLS return, José Mourinho,&USMNT Future from 2022-08-16T21:00
Fresh off his signing with FC Cincinnati, Matt Miazga joins the pod. He discusses his return to the U.S. and MLS (he still calls it football, lol), and how he and...
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LIVE from Minnesota: Featuring Adrian Heath, Walker Zimmerman&MORE! from 2022-08-09T02:38:54
It's All-Star Week and we are HYPED! Join Susannah Collins and Jillian Sakovits as they chat with your 2022 MLS All-Stars LIVE from Minnesota.
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The Woman Behind the 2022 MLS All-Star Game Pres. by Target from 2022-08-02T21:00
MNUFC President Shari Ballard joins the show. In 2021, Ballard joined the few but growing number of female MLS club presidents. After 25 years at the highest ranks of Best Buy, she says the club...
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Vanni Sartini's Democracy from 2022-07-26T21:00
Vancouver Whitecaps head coach Vanni Sartini joins the ladies ahead of the Canadian Championship Final. How he made his way to Vancouver, his preferred pizza toppings, and a special cameo from F...
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Paul Arriola’s Pugs Deliver Big News from 2022-07-19T21:00
Fresh off being named to his first MLS All-Star Roster, Paul Arriola joins the pod! He discusses the epic way in which he found out about his All-Star selection (...
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Anton Tinnerholm’s Triumphant Return, an NYCFC Repeat,&Taty Castellanos' Future from 2022-07-12T21:00
Anton Tinnerholm makes his triumphant return to the field after his October achilles injury. After missing MLS Cup, the right back is eager for NYCFC to repeat. H...
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How Macklemore Helped Turn Kelyn Rowe into an Icon from 2022-07-05T21:00
MLS mainstay and style ICON Kelyn Rowe drops by with what has now become the infamous jacket. Post CCL championship celebrations, all the wine chat you could ever imagine, and how Macklemore hel...
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An important discussion&interview with Jenny Chiu of CBS from 2022-06-28T21:07:34
Dániel Gazdag Makes History with Hungary from 2022-06-21T21:00
The Philadelphia Union midfielder is fresh off international duty after his native Hungary shocked the world, beating England 4-0 to now lead their group in UEFA Nations League (which includes G...
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Kaylyn Kyle keeps it REAL from 2022-06-14T21:00
Soccer media superstar Kaylyn Kyle joins the Call Up. A bronze medalist for the #CANWNT, Kaylyn offers her insight on Canada’s outlook in Qatar, playing for John Herdman, and how her journey hel...
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Pressure on Coal to Make a Diamond from 2022-06-07T21:00
A true legend, Briana Scurry, joins the Call Up for a conversation about her trailblazing career that includes 2 Olympic gold medals, a World Cup Championship, and her induction to the Soccer Ha...
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Chris Seitz: When Fitness Goes Dangerously Too Far from 2022-05-31T19:00
15 year MLS veteran goalkeeper Chris Seitz opens up about the extreme fitness/health regime he faced at D.C. United and the devastating effects it had on his physical and mental health. What he ...
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Grant Wahl Unleashed from 2022-05-24T21:00
The soccer media OG Grant Wahl joins the pod! What is the first question he would ask Lionel Messi and Kim K? We get the scoop. Also, how his career has flourished amidst a changing media landsc...
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Cheerio! Matt Turner Checks In Before Move to Arsenal from 2022-05-17T21:26:19
From 2016 undrafted free agent to Premier League goalkeeper, Matt Turner joins the show. He discusses his love for the New England Revolution and its fans, putting on his “big boy pants” and we ...
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Djordje Mihailovic: Le MVP?? from 2022-05-10T21:00
In the midst of an MVP caliber 2022 season, CF Montréal midfielder Djordje Mihailovic joins the pod. A true student of the game, he explains why he’s focused on scoring more goals thi...
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How to Become an MLS Folk Hero: Meet Soccer Moses from 2022-05-03T21:00
Nashville’s most recognizable fan sits down with us. Soccer Moses was introduced at Nashville SC’s inaugural MLS match in Feb 2020 and quickly became one of the league’s most iconic fan faces. T...
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Nashville Makes History: The Largest Soccer-Specific Stadium in the U.S. Opens it's Doors from 2022-04-29T01:30:13
What’s up Nashville?! The Call Up takes Nashville for a special roadshow ahead of the opening of GEODIS Park. Music City is BUZZING, and midfielder Alex Muyl, CEO...
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Damir Kreilach: So Far, So Great! from 2022-04-19T21:00
RSL Captain Damir Kreilach joins the pod to share his journey from Croatia to Salt Lake City and why the move to Real Salt Lake was the best decision of his life. Damir discusses the importance ...
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Get To Know Greg Vanney&Steve Cherundolo: El Tráfico Extravaganza Part 2 from 2022-04-12T21:00
We TOLD YOU we weren't leaving! Come join us as we get to know the leaders behind LA Galaxy and LAFC: head coaches Greg Vanney and Steve Cherundolo.
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Chicharito, Kellyn Acosta, and MORE: El Tráfico Extravaganza Part 1 from 2022-04-07T01:34:18
El Tráfico, IRL, on The Call Up! The ladies are joined by Chicharito, Julián Araujo, Kellyn Acosta, and Maxime Crépeau in this first part sit down in Los Angeles with the stars of LA Galaxy and ...
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Fleeing Ukraine: Dema Kovalenko Tells His Familial Story from 2022-03-29T21:00
“It’s like a movie” is how 2x MLS All-Star Dema Kovalenko describes the dire war situation in his native Ukraine. The Call Up speaks to Dema from Poland, where he tries to find out what and wher...
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Together Again: SKC II Coaches Benny Feilhaber&Ike Opara from 2022-03-22T21:10
You heard that right! Reunited and it feels so good! Ahead of opening weekend for MLS Next Pro, The Call Up welcomes in former SKC teammates (and podcast hosts!), Benny Feilhaber and Ike Opara, ...
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An In Depth Sit-Down with Claudio Reyna in Austin from 2022-03-15T21:00
The Call Up hits the road to SXSW in Austin for a candid conversation with Claudio Reyna. The former USMNT captain & Austin FC sporting director shares incredible stories and insight, ranging fr...
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Nadia Nadim: “I love the fact that I’m doing everything [the Taliban doesn't] want me to do” from 2022-03-08T22:00
Nadia Nadim is clinical in more ways than one! After fleeing Afghanistan at age 11, Nadia became a world renowned striker and an MD…all at the same time. This is ...
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“It flipped the switch for me” - the Landon Donovan effect on Jack Maher from 2022-03-01T23:20
Got milk? Nashville defender Jack Maher joins the show after Nashville’s 1-0 win in Seattle to open. What Dax McCarty did ...
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Danielle Slaton: Progress Doesn’t Happen in a Straight Line from 2022-02-22T22:00
Danielle Slaton: broadcaster, former USWNT player, board member, mother, and all around busiest person in soccer drops by The Call Up. Danielle talks USWNT, how s...
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Gianluca Busio: Living La Bella Vita in Venezia from 2022-02-15T22:00
USMNT & Serie A midfielder Gianluca Busio joins the show. The kid from Greensboro, NC discusses his new life in Italy and how the move brought his heritage full c...
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Miles Robinson: Defender of Love from 2022-02-08T22:00
USMNT & Atlanta United centerback joins the show from Guadalajara, Mexico. The forever humble Miles Robinson speaks of plans for the future while staying grounded...
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Kacper Przybylko: MLS's Robert Lewandowski from 2022-02-01T22:00
We back BABY! Season 4 of The Call Up welcomes in Chicago Fire’s newest signing, Kacper Przybylko. The Polish striker who led the Union in goals the last 3 season...
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Ronny Deila Strips and James Sands is Feeling "******* Amazing" from 2021-12-12T16:00
WE HAVE A CHAMPION! Join us for our season finale as Susannah and Jillian take you on the field moments after NYCFC win their first MLS Cup. Raw emotions, promise...
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LIVE from Portland...It's THE CALL UP from 2021-12-10T01:10
MLS Cup is HERE and Susannah and Jillian are joined by a who's who of MLS characters. Gudmundur Thórarinsson serenades the ladies, Sebastian Blanco talks about his special connection with Diego ...
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Real Salt Lake: NOT a Cinderella Story from 2021-12-01T22:00
Fresh off another mind-blowing Audi 2021 MLS Cup Playoffs performance against Sporting Kansas City, The Call Up welcomes in Justen Glad and David Ochoa ahead of t...
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Peter Vermes: It’s My Job to Protect and Defend from 2021-11-24T22:00
Spend Thanksgiving with Sporting Kansas City head coach Peter Vermes! The longest tenured coach in MLS discusses the key to beating Real Salt Lake in the Conferen...
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"Defying Gravity"&Playoff Primer with Matt Doyle from 2021-11-16T22:00
A brown liquor special with Matt Doyle, the MLS Armchair Analyst, to get us all primed & set for the Audi 2021 MLS Cup Playoffs. The Renaissance man takes us from...
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The Humble Striker: Brian White from 2021-11-09T22:00
Surging Vancouver Whitecaps striker Brian White joins the show. Jersey boy Brian brings us inside the Vancouver Whitecaps success, coaching change, and why being ...
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John Tolkin: “I didn’t even know who Joe Dirt was” from 2021-11-02T21:00
The Call Up welcomes John Tolkin of the New York Red Bulls to the pod! The 19-year-old discusses his breakout season in 2021 and what it’s like to go from ball bo...
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Kellyn Acosta: Fashion Forward and Resilient from 2021-10-26T21:00
Colorado Rapids and USMNT midfielder Kellyn Acosta joins the Call Up! He discusses the Rapids impressive 2021 season and why head coach Robin Fraser has his team ...
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"Ish Happens" - Dax McCarty from 2021-10-19T21:00
The captain of Nashville joins the show AGAIN. The Call Up’s inaugural guest dials in from his coaching gig while also leading Nashville SC to the top of the tabl...
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Don't Call Minnesota United Underdogs from 2021-10-12T21:10
The Call Up welcomes in the “Gaffer” of Minnesota United, Adrian Heath! He explains why his team are no longer the underdogs and what it will take for the Loons t...
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Get to Know ATLUTD’s Gonzalo Pineda from 2021-10-05T21:00
Atlanta United head coach Gonzalo Pineda joins the show. From his playing days in Liga MX and MLS to coaching alongside Brian Schmetzer, Pineda has done it all. G...
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Who is the person behind “Jermaine Jones”? from 2021-09-28T21:00
USMNT, Bundesliga, & MLS legend Jermaine Jones joins the show! Jones breaks the news of his upcoming book and his MLS coaching plans. He opens up about who Jermai...
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Maurice Edu: The Bad Moments Are Good Stories to Tell Now from 2021-09-21T21:00
Former soccer player, current broadcaster, or future movie star? What about...all of the above! The busiest guy in soccer,...
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Losada Ball: “If You Never Try, You Never Know” from 2021-09-14T21:00
D.C. United head coach Hernan Losada discusses his first year at the helm and why “Losada Ball” works for the club. From growing up in Buenos Aires to playing, and coaching, in his adopted home ...
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Bruce Arena: USMNT Has to "Do a Little Bit of Growing Up" from 2021-09-07T21:00
The winningest coach in MLS, Bruce Arena joins the show! His secret? “There are no rules.” After collecting 2 points from 2 matches, the former USMNT boss tells u...
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The Ball Doesn’t Know Your Age from 2021-08-31T21:00
Brian Dunseth brings his wealth of expertise to this week’s show! The former MLS defender talks about everything from early MLS days, (including geese in a bedroo...
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The Stars are Shining in LA at MLS All-Star from 2021-08-24T20:03
The Stars are shining out here in LA as Susannah and Jillian come to you LIVE from MLS All-Star Week. From MLS All-Star Game presented by Target to MLS Skills Challenge Presented by AT&T 5G and ...
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Prank Wars Part II w/ Johnny Russell&Daniel Salloi from 2021-08-17T21:00
The gloves are off in this episode with teammates and besties Daniel Salloi & Johnny Russell of Sporting Kansas City. Find out how well they really know each othe...
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All Aboard the Ricardo Pepi Hype Train from 2021-08-10T21:55
All Aboard: Coming at you from the Lake! FC Dallas phenom striker Ricardo Pepi joins the show. The 18 year old discusses his Mexican roots, being selected by Bob ...
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Christian Fuchs is Ready To “Pull a Charlotte” from 2021-08-03T21:00
Premier League champion and face of 2022’s Charlotte FC, Christian Fuchs joins the show. He discusses the magical 2015/2016 season for Leicester City and why he w...
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Jim Curtin: It's Not a Matter of If, But When from 2021-07-27T21:00
Philadelphia Union head coach Jim Curtin joins the show. He discusses the secret sauce to becoming the second most tenured coach in MLS, the most important thing ...
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“Biscuits with the Boss” from 2021-07-20T21:00
Hannah Waddingham joins the show ahead of Ted Lasso Season 2. Nominated for 20 Emmys, including an Outstanding Supporting Actress in a Comedy Series nod for Hannah, the show was a bright light i...
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Stu Holden’s Life Lessons from 2021-07-13T21:00
FOX Soccer analyst Stu Holden joins The Call Up! In between calling matches for Gold Cup, Stu gives his take on the USMNT, Canada, and his players to watch. He also reflects on his playing caree...
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Caden Clark: Red Bulls Wunderkind from 2021-07-07T21:00
New York Red Bulls standout Caden Clark joins the show. After less than a year in MLS, the 18 year old midfielder is set to join Bundesliga side RB Leipzig next s...
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Ali Krieger Keeps It Real from 2021-06-29T21:32
Ali Krieger opens up about the whirlwind & challenges she and wife Ashlyn Harris faced adopting baby Sloane. Ali dishes THOSE 2019 parties we still CANNOT get ove...
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Brian Schmetzer’s Burner Account from 2021-06-22T21:00
A special day on The Call Up as Sounders Coach Brian Schmetzer comes on and finally answers the question: should Susannah and Jillian really be nervous when inter...
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The "Not-So Newlywed" Show with Jonathan Mensah from 2021-06-15T21:38
Celebrate Freedom on today's Call Up with Jill, Susannah, Jonathan Mensah, and Kafui Mensah. The Columbus Crew captain joins the gals ahead of an emotional final match at Historic Crew Stadium. ...
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Janelly Farias: Mexican Soccer’s Trailblazer from 2021-06-08T22:45
Is Janelly Farias the Mexican National team’s Megan Rapinoe? Fresh off her CBS debut covering CONCACAF Nations League, we hear from the Club América Femenil defender. Farias discusses USMNT & El...
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Tim Howard's Gift to Cole Bassett Keeps on Giving from 2021-06-02T21:00
Fresh off his new title as the goals and assists homegrown leader for the Colorado Rapids, Cole Bassett is spilling ALL the secrets. Who has a stylist? Who will t...
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Surfing in Houston with Brian Ching from 2021-05-25T21:17
Pull up a chair because Dynamo legend Brian Ching gets the Call Up this week! The 3x MLS Cup champ reminisces about his childhood in Hawaii and how he tried to make surfing in Houston a ...
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Ears Wide Open from 2021-05-18T21:00
D.C. United President of Business Operations Danita Johnson joins the show. Danita defines a “winning culture,” illustrates what good leadership (and poor leaders...
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A Journey Like No Other from 2021-05-11T21:05
From Cyprus to Latvia, Chicago Fire FC’s Chinonso Offor shares his incredible journey to Major League Soccer with Jillian and Susannah. How did Chino end up in Ch...
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El Tráfico: Chicharito vs. Vela from 2021-05-04T21:00
For the first time in MLS, Mexican star strikers Chicharito and Carlos Vela are set to face off. LAFC lead broadcaster Listen
Pranking 101 with Johnny Russell from 2021-04-27T21:00
The Sporting Kansas City captain joins the show. Johnny Russell shares a conversation with Peter Vermes, his epic pranking history, and what wearing the captain’s...
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Matthew McConaughey Plans the Austin FC MLS Cup Afterparty?! from 2021-04-21T00:00
Fresh off starting in their first ever match, Ben Sweat discusses the key for expansion clubs, his new teammates...and meeting Matthew McConaughey. Whether the co...
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Who is Taylor Twellman? from 2021-04-13T21:00
ESPN’s Taylor Twellman joins the ladies ahead of MLS opening weekend and offers up his hot takes on the 2021 season. Taylor opens up about life as a “girl dad” and shares some epic stori...
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The Columbus Tea with Sweet Dee from 2021-04-06T21:00
Dee Haslam, co-owner of the Columbus Crew and Cleveland Browns, joins the show! “Sweet Dee,” as the supporters dubbed her, discusses coming off historic seasons f...
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Merritt Paulson - Call Up Superfan? from 2021-03-30T21:00
Portland Timbers & Portland Thorns owner (& The Call Up “superfan”) Merritt Paulson joins the show. He talks about why the Timbers are an MLS “Super Club”, how the Paulson family landed in Portl...
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Walker Zimmerman: It Was Destiny from 2021-03-23T22:25
The 2020 Defender of the Year gives us the 2021 Nashville SC scouting report. Zimmerman shares what preseason hurdle the team has already bypassed, that time he w...
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I Was Ahead of My Time from 2021-03-16T21:40
Mike Labelle pulls back the curtain on the world of eSports. He describes his path to becoming a pro gamer in 2005 and how the industry has evolved at a rapid pac...
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"Don't Forget the Reason Why We're Doing What We're Doing" from 2021-03-09T23:30
Following up on their conversation last June, The Call Up welcomes back former MNUFC teammates Jacori Hayes and Mason Toye to discuss the continued fight against racial injustice and why the wor...
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Darren Eales, “The Professor” from 2021-03-02T22:00
Love Ted Lasso? You can basically thank ATL UTD President for the show! Josef Martinez (and his puppies) updates, new manager, Gabriel Heinze and what’s next for ...
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Justin Morrow&BPC: "I Hardly Look Back" from 2021-02-23T22:00
Fresh off signing a new contract with Toronto FC, the ladies welcome Mr. MLS Good Guy Justin Morrow. From preparing for his 8th season with TFC to his duties as Executive Director of Black Playe...
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Greg Vanney’s big plans for the LA Galaxy from 2021-02-16T22:00
The ladies live vicariously through new head coach of the LA Galaxy, Greg Vanney, who feels right at home in the SoCal sunshine. He discusses the decision to leav...
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Alexi Lalas: “Of course I believe everything that I say” from 2021-02-09T22:10
This week the ladies are joined by soccer’s ultimate Renaissance man, Alexi Lalas, who has truly done it all. From player to broadcaster to musician and everythin...
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It Can Define You, or It Can Refine You from 2021-01-26T22:45
Jordan Angeli, former Pro and Columbus Crew SC Broadcaster, joins us on today’s episode. How she got her start in broadcasting, what coming to terms with the end ...
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Luis Robles: What’s next for MLS “Ironman”? from 2021-01-13T15:30
Backline to front office?! Fresh off hanging up the boots, Robles opens up about the phone call that inspired him to “announce” retirement, why David Beckham is t...
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OMG...BECKY G! from 2020-12-08T23:00
On the Call Up season finale, Angel City FC Co-owner, singer, actress, and philanthropist Becky G joins the party! She discusses what we can expect for the 2022 N...
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Landon Donovan: What Is Gravy Anyway? from 2020-11-24T22:00
U.S. soccer legend Landon Donovan joins the show. The best teammates, future of LA Galaxy, last movie that made him cry, why he loves managing, and next aspiratio...
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Meet Luchi Gonzalez on the Dance Floor from 2020-11-10T22:31
FC Dallas is gearing up for another crack at the post season. The best-dressed manager in MLS talks challenges, success, youth development, inspiration, AND adds ...
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Tyler Miller, Sweet Like Cotton Candy from 2020-10-27T21:55
Never before told stories from the Minnesota United Goalkeeper, including his first pro job in Germany’s fourth division, to the time his mom dressed him in a pi...
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The Power of Positivity from 2020-10-13T21:50
Ian Joy joins the show! After a 14 year professional career that spanned the Bundesliga & MLS, the now voice of NYCFC discusses the often untold challenges athlet...
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If It Means Something to You, Say It Out Loud from 2020-09-29T23:53
Kyle Martino talks sliding into Diego Maradona’s DMs and more! A candid and fascinating sit down with the former MLS Rookie of the Year. Martino talks life after MLS and NBC Sports, running for ...
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A Good Bottle is Only as Good as Your Company from 2020-09-15T22:26
A Real "Head Turner" from 2020-09-01T21:45
New England Revolution Goalkeeper Matt Turner joins the show ! A fascinating conversation about a constant theme through his career, picking up the game of soccer at 16, and eyeliner (he said it...
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Leandro González Pírez links up with Matuidi....and Messi?! from 2020-08-18T21:05
In this episode of The Call Up Presented by Heineken, the ladies catch up with Inter Miami’s Leandro Gonzalez Pirez, who reflects on his time with ATLUTD, what it was like joining his new team i...
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A Very Canadian Call Up from 2020-08-04T23:00
Oh, Canada! In this episode of The Call Up Susannah & Jill catch up with two of the finest from north of the border who have both made headlines in the MLS is Back Tournament. Thomas Hasal, the ...
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The Comeback Kids from 2020-07-21T23:00
Jordan Morris and Tommy Thompson join the ladies from the MLS is Back Tournament. The highest of expectations surround the Seattle Sounders, meanwhile, Group B winners the San Jose Quakes, are t...
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Pa' Ti, Pa' Mi, Pa' Nani from 2020-07-07T20:00
MLS is BACK, BABY! On the eve of the MLS is Back Tournament, Jillian and Susannah talk to superstar Nani and get the scoop on how the "host" team is feeling. Nani talks playing their "biggest ri...
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Get Your Crystal Dunn Jersey While You Still Can from 2020-06-30T20:00
The Call Up fangirls HARD over World Cup champ and NC Courage player Crystal Dunn as she joins the ladies from the NWSL bubble in Utah. Crystal discusses how it felt taking the field for the fir...
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The Palette of Ben Olsen from 2020-06-23T20:00
You CAN call Ben Olsen Mr. DC! On today's episode, Ben Olsen shares the story behind how he ended up a head coach for the only team he ever played for. Ben talks about his friendship with Bruce ...
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We Mustache Sacha a Kljestan from 2020-06-16T20:00
Susannah & Jill go box to box with Galaxy midfielder Sacha Kljestan. From Chivas USA to Europe and back, Sacha offers insight on his career, the MLS is Back Tournament, and if Jesse Marsch is a ...
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Exclusive: Commissioner Don Garber from 2020-06-10T13:00
MLS is Back: All 26 Teams to Resume season in Orlando on July 8th, culminating with an August 11th Championship. MLS Commissioner Don Garber discusses logistics, the commitment to keeping Black ...
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From Minnesota: “I can’t sit here and be quiet” from 2020-06-05T01:00
Minnesota United teammates Jacori Hayes & Mason Toye discuss being Black in America, their shared dedication to "educate," and why they believe the George Floyd murder -- while too familiar -- w...
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Kendall Waston SLAPS his teammates (and they love it) from 2020-05-19T20:00
Let Kendall Waston make your day. The Cincinnati CB tells us about why he slaps his teammates, and that time he sent Costa Rica to the World Cup (sorry, not sorry USMNT). What was really behind ...
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Florian Valot: From Paris to RBNY, and All the Escargot In-Between from 2020-05-12T20:00
Bonjour! Take a walk down the Champs-Élysées with Florian Valot. Get to know the RBNY midfielder, who's battled back to back ACL injuries. His journey from PSG & Monaco youth systems to the NY R...
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Jeff Attinella&Zarek Valentin Join the ULTIMATE Pod Party from 2020-05-05T20:00
Happy first anniversary to The Call Up! Susannah and Jillian celebrate the big day by inviting Houston’s Zarek Valentin and Portland’s Jeff Attinella to the podcast party. The fellas reflect on ...
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LAFC's Mark-Anthony Kaye...a Roman Emperor? from 2020-04-28T20:00
Return of the MAK to your eyes or ears! Soak up the sunny Cali skies with LAFC fan favorite Mark-Anthony Kaye. MAK discusses year 3 in MLS, Bob Bradley's jokes, yogi tips, and what you don't kno...
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Daniel Salloi, This Is Your Final Rose from 2020-04-21T20:00
Are you ready for the most dramatic Call Up episode in history? Susannah and Jillian hope you’re here for the right reasons because Daniel Salloi certainly is. The ladies guide the would be KC B...
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CJ Sapong’s Life-Changing Experience Prepared Him For Quarantine Enlightenment from 2020-04-15T21:00
Do you know who is absolutely crushing this quarantine? CJ Sapong! Susannah and Jill look to the Chicago Fire striker to guide them on their journey to quarantine enlightenment. CJ sheds light o...
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Why ATLUTD’s Brad Guzan Thinks Josef Martinez Should Throw Your Next Party from 2020-04-07T20:00
Happy 25th Birthday MLS! Joining the party is ATL & USMNT goalkeeper Brad Guzan. He discusses his return to MLS, those early Chivas days, and playing teacher at home. Brad's ATL Mount Rushmore &...
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Wil(helm) Trapp Radiates the Miami Sun from 2020-03-31T20:00
Jillian & Susannah can feel the sunshine radiating through isolation from Miami's Wil Trapp. The midfielder gives the ladies a private concert, shares the instant impact of Coach Diego Alonso. P...
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Girls Night with Ike Opara from 2020-03-24T20:00
Jill & Susannah have a girls night with reigning MLS Defender of the Year Ike Opara. He shares the time Peter Vermes scolded the Cauldron during a playoff game and his secret to the fountain of ...
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Social Distancing with Rachel Bonnetta and Felipe from 2020-03-17T20:00
No soccer, no problem! Join Susannah and Jillian as they practice social distancing with a few friends. Fox Sports’ Rachel Bonnetta dishes on her new podcast, and DC United’s very own instigator...
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And the Oscar Goes to...Kei Kamara from 2020-03-03T21:00
Road trip! Jill and Susannah are in Denver hanging out with Kei Kamara for the start of the season. Who does he think should be on the Denver Bachelor live tour? Susannah gives Kei some acting t...
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DON'T Call Bill Hamid "Mr. DC!" from 2020-02-18T19:00
The 25th Season of MLS is almost here and Jill and Susannah are HYPED. Are they here for retro jerseys and bringing back 90’s shootouts? Also, what happened between Freddy Edu and JoJo? The ladi...
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Meeting Colorado's New DP, Younes Namli, Before His Teammates Do from 2020-02-04T19:00
SHAKIRA SHAKIRA! Jill and Susannah are ready for their close-ups in their new (funky?) outfits. Susannah does her best Shakira impression after THAT half-time show, and Jill's cat did WHAT? Fres...
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The One With a Glimpse Into MLS Wife Life from 2020-01-24T19:00
¡Bienvenidos a MLS, Chicharito! In this episode, Susannah and Jill explain why Javier Hernandez’s arrival in LA is a win for everyone. Carlos Vela has changed up his look, but are the ladies her...
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The One Where Jimmy Conrad Ranks the Best Looking Defenders from 2020-01-07T19:00
The Call-Up is back for season 2, and better than ever! The ladies tell you all you need to know about new NYCFC head coach, Ronny Deila, and how he's already perhaps the spiciest coach in MLS. ...
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The One Where Tim Howard Embraces Life As a Carpool Dad from 2019-12-17T19:00
On the 2019 season finale, the ladies discuss Irish exits and a wedding foul. Jill & Susannah weigh in on the Kljestan & Bradley announcements, and are joined by US GK legend Tim Howard. After 2...
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The One Where We Get to Know Our New USWNT Coach: Vlatko Andonovski from 2019-12-03T19:00
Jillian & Susannah get you all set for the holidays! Could we see Mario Balotelli or Luis Suarez come to MLS soon? Luis Robles and Brooks Lennon find new (and sunnier) homes. New USWNT coach Vla...
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The One Where We Do Friendsgiving with The Cooligans from 2019-11-26T19:00
The One Where Chrissy Teigen Paints the Town Rave Geen from 2019-11-11T17:00
Chrissy Teigen is here for a Sounders victory, are you? Susannah and Jillian recap their MLS Cup experiences and try to track down some hats. Small plates, 69, 274 fans, and Michael Bradley run ...
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The One With Brad Evans Versus a Home Depot Shower from 2019-11-05T19:00
The ladies prepare for MLS Cup. Are you here for Dax McCarty to Nashville SC?! Jill has a Jozy Altidore & Sloane Stephens spotting, and Susannah unpacks her LA suitcase (and some Twitter drama)....
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The One Where the USMNT make Leslie Osborne's Daughter Cry from 2019-10-22T18:00
Fresh off trips to Vatican City, Minneapolis, and everywhere in between, Jill and Susannah discuss a wild Round One of the Audi 2019 MLS Cup Playoffs. Susannah has an awkward run in with the LA ...
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The One Where Justin Meram Destroys All Future Wedding Proposals from 2019-10-08T18:00
What do Josef Martinez, a sprinkler to the face, and a wardrobe malfunction have in common?! Not much, except they all made Jill & Susannah's Decision Day Presented by AT&T. The ladies share wil...
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The One With Sebastian Lleget dishing on Becky G from 2019-09-24T18:13:02
In this episode, Jill & Susannah are SO here for Luchi Gonzalez’s style, the career of Michael Parkhurst, and Hello Kitty. Bill Belichick death stares? Not so much. P...
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The One Where FC Cincinnati's PR Gatekeeper Divulges Secrets of the Trade from 2019-09-09T14:30
In a milestone episode, the ladies are live from Cincinnati!!! Are you here for Przybylko challenging LAFC?! Playoff bound & yet still boo'ing your head coach?! Jill & Susannah sit down with an ...
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The One Where We Have a Pod Party with Benny Feilhaber&Sal Zizzo from 2019-08-20T18:00
Are you here for Wayne Rooney unhinged, the Campeones Cup & beer flailing in LA?! Yet another first on the show, The Call-Up's first pod party. Jill & Susannah deep dive into MLS and podcasting ...
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The One Where Breast Milk Is Pumped&All-Star Is Talked from 2019-08-01T16:00
What's up Orlando!?!? The ladies record from the MLS All-Star Game, bringing you behind the scenes with everyone from Kaka to Prince Royce. Bastian Schweinsteiger makes fun of Susannah, her and ...
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The One Where Mike Magee Spills All-Star Secrets from 2019-07-23T18:00
The One With…Wait, Who Partied With the USWNT? from 2019-07-09T18:00
The ultimate soccer hangover, in the best way possible. On this episode, Jill and Susannah discuss all the feels of this 2019 USWNT, and what this means going forward on many levels! Miss the Wo...
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The One Where a Chicago Fire Legend Retires from 2019-06-25T19:00
In Episode 4, Susannah extols on her Parisian World Cup adventure, including a lesson for all in how to avoid an international travel fiasco. Jillian gets the inside scoop on Aaron Long’s pseudo...
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The One Where WE Celebrate WITH the U.S. Women’s National Team from 2019-06-14T12:24:12
On Episode 4, Susannah dishes on Josef Martinez's moves, Jill and Charles Barkley might be the same person, and a rarity on "Here For This." We want to know if you're here for t...
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The One Where Lori Lindsey Shares her World Cup Wisdom from 2019-06-04T18:00
On Episode 3, Jill and Susannah share some behind the scenes moments from their recent travels and call out Zlatan for not sending them swag. Former USWNT midfielder, Lori Lindsey joins the show...
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The One Where Peter Vermes almost brought Zlatan to SKC from 2019-05-21T18:00
Episode 2 - Susannah and Jill discuss shorts protocol, and Zlatan's new beauty product. Sporting Kansas City's Manager & Sporting Director Peter Vermes joins the show to talk about why Benny Fei...
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The one where Dax McCarty divulges on daddy duty from 2019-05-07T18:00
On episode #1, Jill and Susannah let you know how to properly say Derby and let you know if they are “here for this” on teams trolling each other on Twitter. Chicago ...
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MLS: The Call-Up - Trailer from 2019-05-02T16:08:21
Are you here for this? Looking for unfiltered and off the cuff reactions to man buns and player rants? Wanting to get more from the personalities in Major League ...
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