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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Episode 226 - Kyndra and the Canadians, Eh
Kyndra is joined by fellow AppleTV+ commentator Frederic Lord and Canadian international Dayne St. Clair.
51 min
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Episode 225 - Mannysota United
Manny Lagos drops by to break down the first team with Kyndra, followed by some rapid-fire MLS hot-takes.
28 min
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Episode 224 - Lots of Leadership in Loontown
CEO Shari Ballard drops by to talk all things MNUFC with Kyndra, then, MNUFC2 standout Diogo Pacheco shares his inspirational soccer journey ahead of a busy week.
57 min
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Episode 223 - Mental Health Awareness with Zare...
Kyndra is joined by defender Zarek Valentin and clinical psychologist Dr. Meghan Miller for a Mental Health Awareness special.
37 min
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Episode 222 - Story Time with DJ and Angie
Kyndra talks to DJ Taylor about his soccer journey and Senior Director of Team Operations Angie Blaker about her role and tenure at MNUFC.
48 min
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Episode 221 - Have It Your Way: Transfers with ...
Tom Bogert and Brent Kallman stop by to discuss the transfer window, Brent's professional journey and recent Loon news with Kyndra.
60 min
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Episode 220 - The Quarter Season Checkup with M...
Manny Lagos and Cameron Knowles stop by to give updates on the first and second teams at MNUFC.
41 min
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Episode 219 - Lalas, Loons, and a Little History
MNUFC U19 Head Coach Fanendo Adi drops by to talk about his transition to coaching, why he came back to Minnesota and his own journey as a player. After that, Kyndra is joined by former USMNT player Alexi Lalas to discuss the US Open Cup and the rise of American soccer.
66 min
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Episode 218 - Loon Call with Lod, GA Cup Recap ...
Robin Lod joins the pod to discuss his soccer journey, U15 Coach Peter McDonnell gives a rundown on last week's GA Cup and representatives from IPTF drop by to share their mission.
67 min
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Episode 217 - Loons on the Rise
Adrian comes by for an update, Emmanuel Iwe shares his story, and Leo Conneh shines in the Academy Spotlight.
57 min
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Episode 216 - The ReLoonion of Kyndra and Cal
Cal is back to discuss life changes, working for Apple and the state of the league from a broadcaster's perspective.
40 min
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Episode 215 - The Sang Bin Special
Technical Director Mark Watson stops by to discuss the process of signing Sang Bin Jeung, as well as what the player will add to the squad.
17 min
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Episode 214 - The Return of Hassani Dotson and ...
Hear about Hassani Dotson's road to recovery from the man himself, as well as MNUFC's Chief Medical officer Dr. Robby Bershow.
49 min
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Episode 213 - Boxy’s Got New Buddies, Home Open...
Center back Michael Boxall and Sporting Director Manny Lagos stop by to discuss this weekends home opener against the New York Red Bulls before Kyndra catches up on what's going on in the MNUFC Community Relations department.
51 min
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Episode 212 - Sound of the Sidelines: Ian Fulle...
This week on Sound of the Loons, Kyndra sits down with assistant coach Ian Fuller to discuss the new MLS season, as well as MNUFC2 Head Coach Cameron Knowles for an update on the Twosies.
43 min
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Episode 211 - Checking in with Gaf + Season Pre...
Kyndra is joined by MNUFC Head Coach Adrian Heath and Pioneer Press reporter Andy Greder to discuss preseason, player performances and final preparation ahead of Saturday's season opener against FC Dallas.
48 min
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Episode 210 - Mark Watson on New Signings, Pote...
MNUFC Technical Director Mark Watson joins Kyndra to discuss players in camp, transfers made and transfers yet to come.
33 min
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Episode 209 - Catching up with Dayne and Learni...
Kyndra catches up with goalkeeper and World Cup veteran Dayne St. Clair, before being joined by Justin Morrow to talk about the work being done by Black Players for Change.
36 min
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Episode 208 - Doneil Drops In, the CEO Stops By...
53 min
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Episode 207 - Pontifications and Preparations
Kyndra is joined by Andrew Wiebe and Sean Buckley to discuss preseason league and Loon happenings.
72 min
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Episode 206 - This is Your Captain Speaking
Kyndra is joined by Wil Trapp to chat about all things preseason, Wil's outlook on the off-season and more.
23 min
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Episode 205 - Loonar New Year
49 min
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Episode 204 - It's Not Goodbye
A wild World Cup final, a schedule sneak peek and a final farewell... sort of. Cal and Kyndra discuss the exciting ending of the 2022 World Cup, take a look at the 2023 schedule, reflect upon their time at Minnesota United and reveal what's...
63 min
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Episode 203 - Good Signings We Bring
A tribute to an American soccer legend, a look at recent roster moves and a wild World Cup. Cal and Kyndra celebrate the life and legacy of Grant Wahl, review the latest Loon and league happenings and discuss their thoughts on how the 2022...
48 min
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Episode 202 - Trade and Tournament Talk
Cal and Kyndra chat with Head Coach Adrian Heath and Sporting Director Manny Lagos about the latest roster moves at MNUFC and their predictions for the 2022 FIFA Men's World Cup.
78 min