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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.
Episodes
Sound of the LoonsSOTL: Episode 229 - Getting to Know FC Kaiserslautern
Former USMNT and current FC Kaiserslautern forward Terrence Boyd joins Kyndra ahead of MNUFC's international friendly, and Bundesliga journalist Manuel Veth…
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Episode 228 - Guess Who's Back(aye)?
Defender Bakaye Dibassy is back to discuss his road to recovery and reflect on his time away from the field, while Assistant Athletic Trainer Kayce Godwin…
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Episode 227 - Homegrown and One of Our Own
MNUFC's very own Devin Padelford swings by to talk about the journey to his MLS debut, and Director of Youth Development Noel Quinn provides a unique look at…
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Episode 226 - Kyndra and the Canadians, Eh
Kyndra is joined by fellow AppleTV+ commentator Frederic Lord to get the scoop on CF Montréal, as well as Canadian international Dayne St. Clair ahead of his…
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Episode 225 - Mannysota United
Director of Soccer Operations Manny Lagos drops by to break down the first team with Kyndra, followed by some rapid-fire MLS hot-takes. See Privacy Policy at…
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Episode 224 - Lots of Leadership in Loontown
Minnesota United CEO Shari Ballard drops by to talk all things MNUFC with Kyndra, including the on-field product and atmosphere around the club itself. Then…
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Episode 223 - Mental Health Awareness with Zarek and Dr. Miller
Kyndra is joined by Loons defender Zarek Valentin and clinical psychologist Dr. Meghan Miller for a Mental Health Awareness special. Tune in to hear about how…
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Episode 222 - Story Time with DJ and Angie
Kyndra welcomes DJ Taylor to talk about his soccer journey, life off the field, and the importance of MNUFC's locker room vibes. After that, Senior Director of…
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Episode 221 - Have It Your Way: Transfers with Tom and Breakdown with BK
Newly minted journalist for The Athletic, Tom Bogert, drops by to sort through the transfer window with Kyndra. Then, MNUFC's longest-tenured player takes a…
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Episode 220 - The Quarter Season Checkup with Manny and Cameron
MNUFC Chief Soccer Officer Manny Lagos joins Kyndra to break down the 2023 MLS season thus far, with a quick look at Open Cup action. After that, MNUFC2 Head…
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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…
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Episode 218 - Loon Call with Lod, GA Cup Recap and Indigenous Peoples Task Force
Midfielder Robin Lod joins the pod to discuss his soccer journey, U15 Coach Peter McDonnell gives Kyndra the rundown on last week's GA Cup and representatives…
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Episode 217 - Loons on the Rise
Hear from every level of the club on this week's episode — from the first team to the Academy. Adrian stops by for an update, Emmanuel Iwe shares his story…
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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. See Privacy Policy at…
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Episode 215 - The Sang Bin Special
On this episode of Sound of Loons, Kyndra is joined by Technical Director Mark Watson to discuss the process of signing Sang Bin Jeong, as well as what the…
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Episode 214 - The Return of Hassani Dotson and a Word from CMO Dr. Robby Bershow
Hear about Hassani Dotson's road to recovery from the man himself, as well as MNUFC's Chief Medical officer Dr. Robby Bershow. See Privacy Policy at…
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Episode 213 - Boxy’s Got New Buddies, Home Opener v. RBNY, and a Community Spotlight
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…
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Episode 212 - Sound of the Sidelines: Ian Fuller and Cam Knowles
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…
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Episode 211 - Checking in with Gaf + Season Preview with Andy Greder
On this episode of the Sound of the Loons, Kyndra is joined by MNUFC Head Coach Adrian Heath and Pioneer Press Reporter Andy Greder to discuss preseason…
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Episode 210 - Mark Watson on New Signings, Potential Transfers, and the Latest on Reynoso
New guys and preseason news. MNUFC Technical Director Mark Watson joins Kyndra to discuss players in camp, transfers made and transfers yet to come on this…
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Episode 209 - Catching up with Dayne and Learning More About Black Players for Change
This week on Sound of the Loons, Kyndra catches up with goalkeeper and World Cup veteran Dayne St. Clair, before being joined by Justin Morrow to talk about…
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Episode 208 - Doneil Drops In, the CEO Stops By, and We Celebrate Women in Sport
Another new face and a familiar one as well. This week on Sound of the Loons, Kyndra sits down with Doneil Henry to discuss his new team, as well as CEO Shari…
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Episode 207 - Pontifications and Preparations
Preseason pondering for the pod. In this episode of the Sound of the Loons, Kyndra is joined by Extratime podcast host, Andrew Wiebe, and Head of Sports…
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Episode 206 - This is Your Captain Speaking
The season is almost ready for takeoff. In this episode of the Sound of the Loons, Kyndra is joined by Wil Trapp to chat about all things preseason, Wil's…
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Episode 205 - Loonar New Year
New year, new season. In this episode of the Sound of the Loons, Kyndra is joined by Manny Lagos and Adrian Heath to chat about preseason, reflect on the…
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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…
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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…
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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…
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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…
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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…
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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…
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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…
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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…
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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…
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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…
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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…
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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…
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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…
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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…
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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…
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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…
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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…
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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…
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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…
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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…
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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…
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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…
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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. See Privacy Policy at…
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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…
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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…
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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…
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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…
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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…
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Episode 176 - Cincinnati Inquirers
Cal and Kyndra are joined by new FC Cincinnati head coach, Pat Noonan, to discuss the squads' respective seasons and preview this Saturday's match. Also, Cal…
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Episode 175 - La La Loons
Callum Williams and Kyndra de St. Aubin are joined by LAFC announcer Max Bretos to preview Sunday's big-time matchup between the rapidly-ascending Loons and…
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Episode 174 - The Deputy Drops By
Callum Williams and Kyndra de St. Aubin are joined by MLS Deputy Commissioner and St. Paul native, Mark Abbott, to discuss this week's big All-Star Game…
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Episode 173 - A Very Rapids Recording
U.S. soccer legend and current Colorado Rapids broadcaster, Marcelo Balboa, joins the pod to chat about the clubs' respective starts to the season and preview…
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Episode 172 - And the Academy Goes To...Frisco
Callum Williams and Kyndra de St. Aubin break down the Loons first loss of the season and look ahead to the Austin FC match, before chatting with MNUFC…
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Episode 171 - Hanging with Hassani
Callum Williams and Kyndra de St. Aubin break down the Loons fast start to the season and the USMNT qualifying for the World Cup, before sitting down with…
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Episode 170 - Double the Teams, Double the Fun
With the Loons on a brief hiatus for the International Break, Callum Williams sits down with MNUFC2 Head Coach Cameron Knowles and VP of Soccer Operations Alex…