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 201 - The Children Are Our Future
Forecasts for the final and the future of the franchise. Cal and Kyndra make their 2022 MLS Cup predictions and chat with MNUFC Academy leaders, Amos Magee and Noel Quinn, about their roles and their goals for the development pipeline.
53 min
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Episode 200 - Reflections
A recap of the 2022 season, a look back on a disappointing game in Dallas and a look ahead to the rest of the 2022 MLS Playoffs. Cal and Kyndra review the latest Loon and league happenings and look ahead to the rest of the 2022 MLS Playoffs...
42 min
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Episode 199 - Dallas: The Series Finale
A regular season recap, a look back on a dominant Decision Day, and a look ahead to the first round of the 2022 MLS Playoffs. Cal and Kyndra recap the latest Loon happenings and look ahead to Minnesota United's Monday night fútbol...
48 min
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Episode 198 - Decisions, Decisions
A look at the Loons, a wild Western Conference, and an upcoming Decision Day game against the Vancouver Whitecaps. Cal and Kyndra recap the latest Loon and league happenings and look ahead to Sunday's Decision Day showdown against the...
38 min
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Episode 197 - El Rey is Here to Stay
Two tough World Cup warmup games for the U.S., a new contract for El Rey and and a Saturday match in San Jose. Cal and Kyndra discuss the international break, talk to MNUFC Technical Director Mark Watson about the recent re-signing of Emanuel...
44 min
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Episode 196 - Science Class
Ever wondered who the Head of Sports Science is at MNUFC? Well, you're in luck! In this episode, Cal and Kyndra do a deep dive into the work experience of Minnesota United's Sean Buckley and recap the latest Loon happenings.
59 min
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Episode 195 - Sporting Spice
Two tough games against West Coast teams and the newest edition of the Nicest Rivalry in Sports. Cal and Kyndra recap the latest Loon happenings and talk to Sporting Kansas City midfielder, Oriol Rosell, about the season they've had...
46 min
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Episode 194 - Preparation for Portlandia
A disappointing result against Dallas and a game against Portland with playoff implications. Cal and Kyndra recap the latest Loon happenings and talk to Portland Timbers head coach, Giovanni Savarese, about the season they've had and...
34 min
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Episode 193 - The Wild, Wild West
A tough game against Real Salt Lake, a deep dive into player performances and a duel against Dallas on the horizon. Cal and Kyndra recap the latest Loon happenings, look ahead to this weekend's matchup and discuss how the Western Conference...
37 min
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Episode 192 - It’s Elementary, Dear Watson
A big win against Austin, a deep dive into player performances, and another Texan team on the horizon. Cal and Kyndra recap the latest Loon happenings and talk to MNUFC technical director, Mark Watson, about the recent transfer window and...
58 min
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Episode 191 - A Wolff Among Loons
A successful match in Music City, the MLS All-Star week, and an upcoming game against the Western Conference's second place squad. Cal and Kyndra recap the latest Loon and league happenings and look ahead to Saturday's showdown...
31 min
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Episode 190 - Pod for the Stars
A special All-Star edition of the podcast in which ESPN analyst and Apple Valley native Taylor Twellman joins Kyndra de St. Aubin — but not Cal, because car problems – to preview MLS All-Star Week, reflect on the growth of soccer Minnesota,...
21 min
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Episode 189 - Of Denver and Deadlines
A dramatic draw against Portland, a busy transfer window, and an upcoming match in the mountains. Cal and Kyndra recap the latest Loon and league happenings and look ahead to Saturday's showdown with former USMNT player and current...
62 min
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Episode 188 - Hot Loon Summer
A thumping of the Toffees, a big win in H-Town, Bongi’s first MLS goal, and a whole lot more. Cal and Kyndra recap a thrilling stretch for the red-hot Loons and look ahead to Saturday's crucial matchup against the also-streaking Portland...
52 min
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Episode 187 - Total Toffee Takeover
In advance of Wednesday's friendly against Everton FC, Callum Williams sits down with English football legend and current Everton head coach, Frank Lampard, as well as Toffee legend and current MNUFC head coach, Adrian Heath, to discuss...
40 min
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Episode 186 - Hey Now, You're an All-Star
Cal and Kyndra break down a busy week of MNUFC action that saw a mid-week draw against SKC, an upcoming showdown with D.C. United, a pair of Loons named to the All-Star roster and much more.
39 min
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Episode 185 - A Very Cattywampus Conversation
Cal and Kyndra break down the Loons recent winning streak, discuss some major transactions around the league, and brush up on their British slang, before chatting with Vancouver Whitecaps head coach, Vanni Sartini, to preview tonight's...
44 min
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Episode 184 - Beach Boys
Cal and Kyndra break down all the recent happenings in Loons land, from a heartbreaking loss in Miami, to a crucial midweek matchup in LA, to Adrian Heath's contract extension and more.
51 min
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Episode 183 - Happy Pride!
Former Minnesota United midfielder, Collin Martin, joins Cal and Kyndra on this week's Sound of the Loons special podcast, along with the Executive Director of Reclaim, Ryan Fouts. Martin shares his story with the group as they dive...
48 min
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Episode 182 - The Boston Tea Party
Cal & Kyndra break down the SC Paderborn friendly, our Loons on international duty, the upcoming revolution against New England and more.
52 min
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Episode 181 - Paderborn in the USA
In advance of Saturday's friendly against SC Paderborn 07, Cal has a chance to sit down with centerback Uwe Hünemeier to discuss the 2. Bundesliga squad's visit to the Twin Cities, expectations for the season ahead, Major League...
25 min
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Episode 180 - Mid-way in the Midway
Cal and Kyndra hand out their official 7/17-of-the-way-through-the-season assessments, before taking a spin around the rest of the league, and indeed, the rest of the world.
53 min
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Episode 179 - Mental Health Matters
In honor of Mental Health Awareness Month, Kyndra is joined by MNUFC defender DJ Taylor and Allina Health clinical psychologist Dr. Meghan Miller to discuss the important topics of caring for one's mental health, supporting those around...
35 min
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Episode 178 - Howdy, Dallas
Cal and Kyndra analyze MNUFC’s previous match against LA Galaxy before FC Dallas Television Analyst, Steve Davis, joins the podcast to preview this Sunday’s opponent: the Tex Hooper team with superstar Jesus Ferreira who has improved this...
34 min
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Episode 177 - Sounder of the Loons
Cal and Kyndra break down a busy week of Loons action that included a disappointing MLS loss, an exciting U.S. Open Cup win, and some very Minnesota weather patterns, before bringing Sounders analyst Keith Costigan onto the pod to preview...
37 min