Pitch Pass - Soccer Podcast

We talk to Columbus Crew SC defender Michael Parkhurst about fantasy football, the Eastern Conference playoff race, and more. In the second segment, Alex Lalas calls in to discuss the difference in styles between New York Red Bulls and LA Galaxy and the rest of the league.Follow on X @PitchPass

It is #QuincyTime on PitchPass this week. San Jose Earthquakes' Quincy Amarikwa talks about his preferred position, "man buns", and the upcoming Cali Classico.Follow on X @PitchPass

New York Red Bulls head coach Jesse Marsch discusses his team's season and his work with the Red Bulls Academy and the recent NYvNY derby. In the second segment we talk to U.S. Club Soccer CEO and former D.C. United President Kevin Payne about U.S. Club Soccer's new program called "Players First". Also we talk about MLS Academies and Designated Players.Follow on X @PitchPass

D.C. United captain and centerback Bobby Boswell talks about his penchant to get forward (#WhiteRooney), United's current form and tight finances, and fishing in the Potomac River.Follow on X @PitchPass

FOX Sports play-by-play man, John Strong calls in to discuss MLS, Gold Cup, and the Women's World Cup. Don't miss this discussion with one of the leading voices in North American soccer.Follow on X @PitchPass

Philadelphia Union midfield Zach Pfeffer talks about growing up an MLS fan and then playing in the league and if his recent red card could be seen as a positive. In the second segment, Sports Illustrated writer Brian Straus the Tao of Klinsmann and how MLS selects the All-Star team.Follow on X @PitchPass

Columbus Crew SC winger Ethan Finlay calls in for a wide ranging discussion that spans from Settlers of Catan to playing with Kei Kamara.Follow on X @PitchPass

We talk to Sporting KC forward Dom Dwyer and then Paul Tenorio of the Orlando Sentinel.Follow on X @PitchPass

Toronto FC and U.S. National Team forward Jozy Altidore helps us break down the "exciting" USMNT result against Germany and why he decided to return to MLS. He offers candid comments about how life off the field affected his performance. Also find out which player he described as "so fun to watch ... he's got everything going for him."Follow on X @PitchPass

Orlando City SC goalkeeper Tally Hall talks camouflage, Kaka, turning 30 and more.Follow on X @PitchPass

We talk to Seattle Sounders forward Chad Barrett about his Entourage life this week, playing with Oba and Clint, and turning 30. In the second segment we go around the league with thegoatparade.com and mlssoccer.com editor Alicia Rodriguez.Follow on X @PitchPass

FC Dallas forward Tesho Akindele shares his Settlers of Catan and Monopoly advice and we discuss his options with the USA vs Canada national teams. In the second segment, we check in with long-time friend of the show and CSN-Washington anchor Sebastian Salazar.Follow on X @PitchPass

[Episode updated to correct an audio issue.] New York vs New York episode! NYCFC defender Jeb Brovsky previews Sunday's match and discusses his awesome mustache. In the second segment, we talk to special guest Mike Petke about how he felt returning to Red Bull Arena, his take on when the Red Bulls vs NYCFC "rivalry" will begin, why the NY vs DC rivalry maybe slipping, and listening to Linkin Park.Follow on X @PitchPass

Sporting KC midfielder Benny Feilhaber on reacting the George Brett's pine tar incident at Yankee Stadium, his "Master the Mane" charitable program, best moustaches in MLS - and we talk some soccer. In the second segment, we check in with Travis Worra on his D.C. United call up and big week in MLS.Follow on X @PitchPass

New York Red Bulls Dax McCarty checks in to talk about the Red Bulls' season, the team's offseason changes, and his role on the team. Plus he shares his recommendations for where to eat in New York.Follow on X @PitchPass

Find out why Colorado Rapids GK Clint Irwin sometimes feels "so left out", why he authors blog posts, and his thoughts on the Rapids' current form. In the second segment we talk to Brian Dunseth about the USMNT, RSL, and the rest of MLS.Follow on X @PitchPass

Boston Herald writer and FOX Soccer editor Kyle McCarthy discusses Klinsmann's national team camps and we go around MLS. In the second segment, Sporting KC defender Jalil Anibaba checks into talk about Game of Thrones, playing outside back, and the lighter side of Peter Vermes.Follow on X @PitchPass

D.C. United midfielder Chris Pontius about his club's current form, free agency, and DC stadium dreams. In the second segment, we talk to soccer analyst Alexi Lalas about his move to FOX Sports, the USMNT, and go around MLS.Follow on X @PitchPass

Jonathan Tannenwald of Philly.com checks in to discuss Minne United, TV and media issues, and the Philadelphia Union's current troubles.Follow on X @PitchPass

We talk about Minnesota United and go around the league with Sports Illustrated writer Brian Straus. In the second segment, FC Dallas and U.S. National Team defender Matt Hedges about part-time jobs, his EA Sports ranking, muscle cars and more.Follow on X @PitchPass