Sound of the Loons
Minnesota United's official podcasts feature club insight, analysis, and storytelling with hosts Zarek Valentin and Jonathan Harrison. Tune in to Sound of the Loons for player interviews and fresh perspectives, or check out the Loons Matchday Preview to catch up on how the Black and Blue are faring throughout the season.
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Loons Matchday Preview: Momentum for Miami
Keith Costigan joins Manny and Jonathan ahead of MNUFC vs. Inter Miami to talk Eastern Conference, midfield impact, and recent acquisition Julian Gressel.
52 min
2
Episode 298 - Back Together for U.S. Open Cup
Former Minnesota player and current Louisville FC coach Danny Cruz joins Zarek to catch up, talk coaching, and preview all things USOC.
23 min
3
Episode 297: Developing Player, Team, and Sport
Chief Soccer Office and Sporting Director Khaled El-Ahmad chats with Zarek about player loans, the first third of the season, and soccer development in Minnesota.
23 min
4
Episode 296: We Got Gressel
The newest Loon, Julian Gressel, joins former opponent Zarek to talk about the trajectory of his career, club culture, and the 2017 Snow Opener.
24 min
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Episode 295: MNUFC Doing It Right
Dax McCarty joins Zarek to reminisce on the good ol’ days, the challenges of playing in Minnesota, and the Loons’ performance so far.
30 min
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Loons Matchday Preview: Minnesota Faces Top-Ran...
Andy Greder joins Manny and Jonathan to discuss a physical Matchday 10, Vancouver’s busy schedule, and the end of the transfer window (and Julian Gressel).
40 min
7
Loons Matchday Preview: Loons Staying Vigilant ...
Tyler Terens sits down with Jonathan and Manny to take a look at the league standings, recap the draw in Toronto, and discuss Minnesota’s approach to Matchday 9.
62 min
8
Loons Matchday Preview: MNUFC Looks to Continue...
Jon Marthaler joins Manny and Jonathan to talk Minnesota depth, standout performances, and an upcoming match against the Reds.
63 min
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Episode 294: Going Pro with the Flow
MNUFC2’s Logan Dorsey joins Zarek for book club plus a discussion of professional preseason, the importance of mindset, and second team bonds.
25 min
10
Episode 293: Convos with the Captain
MNUFC’s longtime leader Michael Boxall sits down with Zarek to break down international success, self-care, and the season so far — and golf.
24 min
11
Loons Matchday Preview: Black & Blue in the Big...
Jamie Watson joins Jonathan and Manny to explore Coach Ramsay’s backline options, NYCFC’s front three potential, and a wide open Western Conference.
47 min
12
Loons Matchday Preview: About to Get Real (Salt...
Lloyd Sam joins hosts Jonathan Harris and Manny Lagos to cover international break, Minnesota’s draw against the Galaxy, and an upcoming Real Salt Lake rematch.
69 min
13
Episode 292: Let’s Talk Twos
MNUFC2 Head Coach Jeremy Hall joins fellow former Puerto Rican National Team player (and Sound of the Loons host) Zarek to discuss his coaching philosophy and lay out some big-time potential on the Twosie roster.
27 min
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Loons Matchday Preview: Matchday Madness
Andy Greder of the Pioneer Press joins Jonathan and Manny to talk March Madness — both the college basketball tournament and Major League Soccer’s own intense lineup for Matchday 5.
53 min
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Episode 291: Inside the Net
2022 Goalkeeper Wars champion, Alec Smir, joins Zarek to talk about his journey to Minnesota, the ins and outs of goalkeeping, and expectations for the upcoming match against the LA Galaxy.
23 min
16
Loons Matchday Preview: Matchday 3, Going on 4
Devon Kerr joins Manny Lagos to recap Minnesota’s win over San Jose, figure out what’s going on in Kansas City, and think on Julian Alvarez’s Wednesday PK controversy.
57 min
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Episode 290: The Morris Mentality
Morris Duggan sits down with Zarek to talk about being a defensive starter, navigating the season, and learning from Boxy on the backline.
27 min
18
Episode 289: New Place, Same Soccer
Zarek and his fresh haircut chat with Joaquín Pereyra (in Spanish!) about rooming with Kelvin Yeboah, new signing Nicolás Romero, and the cultural differences between Argentina and the US.
22 min
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Episode 288: Meet Markanich
Zarek sits down with defender Anthony Markanich to talk about his season so far, preparation for tomorrow’s match against San Jose and the crucial question of which Loon is the best poker player.
24 min
20
Loons Matchday Preview: This Week in the West
Kyle Hayward joins Jon Marthaler and Jonathan Harrison to talk about Western Conference performances so far, what to expect from San Jose this weekend, and Joe Willis’ mustache.
49 min
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Loons Matchday Preview: The Home Opener has a F...
She's back! Kyndra de St. Aubin returns to MNUFC podcasting this week, as she joins Jonathan and Manny on this week's episode of the Loons Matchday Preview to break down MLS opening weekend and look ahead to the first game at Allianz Field in 2025.
58 min
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Episode 287: One Game at a Time
Coach Ramsay compares preseason in the UK and the US, reflects on the Loons’ Matchday 1 performance, and looks forward to the home opener.
22 min
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Episode 286: Learning to Juggle
Academy Coach Amin Qasim reflects on his journey from Somalia, his early experiences as a head coach, and balancing relationships with both a big family and the U15s.
25 min
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Episode 285: Get Lost in the Game
Kelvin Yeboah sits down to talk about the importance of giving your all to the game, walking away with no regrets, and… playing ping pong?
24 min
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Loons Matchday Preview: Looking Forward and Loc...
Jon Marthaler joins to talk trades and transfers, take a look at LAFC ahead of the season opener, and lay down predictions about the 2025 MLS season.
50 min