Best Filimon Podcasts (2025)

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We Learned Too Much About Each Other This Christmas... | Christmas Cousin Chronicles 56:08

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In this episode of The Brief Dive, I’m joined by my cousins for a night of games, laughs, and questions that probably should’ve stayed unanswered. We play Who’s Most Likely To, throw out funny scenario-based questions, and dive into some surprisingly juicy personal topics that reveal way more than just holiday vibes. Between the jokes and call-outs…

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How This Barber Built a Six-Figure Business at 21 | Barbershop, Business, & Balance 43:04

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In this episode of The Brief Dive, I sit down with Muneeb Mohammed, better known as MoneybCutz — a 21-year-old habesha barber from the DMV who’s built a six-figure business through consistency, precision, and a deep respect for his craft. We talk about his journey into barbering, the mindset it takes to run a business at a young age, and how barber…

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Are We Losing Our Culture in College? | Slander, Stories, & Sisterhood 1:36:02

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In this episode of The Brief Dive, I sit down with Nuhamin and Mariamawit, two George Mason University students who serve on the Executive Board of the Ethiopian & Eritrean Student Association (EESA). We get real about what it feels like to lose your culture in college, how to stay grounded in your identity, and what keeps us connected to our roots…

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The Rise of a Habesha Model | Fashion, Culture and Controversy 52:01

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In this episode, we sit down with Michael Simon, an Ethiopian model, fashion content creator, streamer, and college student to talk about creativity from a personal angle. Michael talks about his relationship with fashion, how it shapes his confidence, the way it influences how he shows up creatively, and what it’s like to build a personal brand wh…

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Episode 391 - Missed Chances, Missed Penalties End LAFC's 2025 Season 1:28:33

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Send us a text LAFC's 2025 run comes to an end in the Western Conference Semis. Battling back from down 2-0, LAFC leveled things at the death with an incredible free-kick strike from Son Heung-min. Despite the Whitecaps going down to 10 men, and then 9, LAFC's chances either connected with the woodwork or went wide. The match would be lost in penal…

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Episode 390 & One More Sleep! LAFC Heads to Vancouver! 1:09:47

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Send us a text One More Sleep AND a regular episode, all rolled into one! Filly and Scarf breakdown the matchup between LAFC and Vancouver in Canada and then go another half-hour plus talking about all the news that happened over Don Garber's vacation break: The 2026 schedule, international duty, MLS Commissioner talk, the Luca Bombino trade, and m…

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The Cost Of Ambition (What No One Warns You About) 21:58

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At 20 years old, Filimon is learning the real cost of ambition—the long hours, the isolation, and the changes that naturally happen in relationships when you’re focused on growing. In this solo episode, he opens up about losing friends, feeling distant from close ones, and facing doubt during the slow, quiet seasons of self-improvement. This is the…

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What I Learned After 23,124 Hours Of Podcasting 38:07

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At just 20 years old, Filimon has spent 23,124 hours podcasting, creating, experimenting, failing, and learning what it truly means to build something from the ground up. In this solo episode, he reflects on the creative highs, the mental lows, and the quiet lessons that shaped his voice on and off the mic. It’s a look at time, purpose, and chasing…

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Episode 389 - Denis Keeps It 100 (and 101) in Austin! 54:17

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Send us a text LAFC moves on to the Conference Semifinals for the fourth straight season with a 4-1 victory in Austin! Sonny gets one as Denis gets to 101 in an LAFC shirt!By J.R. Lebert & Christian Filimon

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One More Sleep - LAFC vs. Austin Yet Again! - MLS Cup Playoffs 22:48

2M ago22:48

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Send us a text LAFC heads to Austin, looking to close things out in their best-of-three series!By J.R. Lebert & Christian Filimon

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Episode 388 - Ugly W vs. Austin Opens 2025 MLS Cup Playoffs! 49:40

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Send us a text LAFC began its quest for a second star over the crest with an ugly, hard-fought 2-1 victory over Austin FC at BMO Stadium. The two new contract signees, Ryan Hollingshead and Nathan Ordaz, both figured in the scoring.By J.R. Lebert & Christian Filimon

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One More Sleep - The 2025 Audi MLS Cup Playoffs Begin! - Austin at BMO! 24:28

2M ago24:28

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Send us a text LAFC takes on Austin in the first match in the best-of-3 First Round.By J.R. Lebert & Christian Filimon

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The Curse of Creativity: Turning Vision Into Reality | JusCallMeShoots 1:40:51

2M ago1:40:51

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THE OBSESSION BEHIND CREATION | JusCallMeShoots on Art, Culture & IdentityIn this episode, we dive into the mind of Yonáthan, an Ethiopian creative whose work spans photography, directing, and magazine contributions for Reebok, Ralph Lauren, Telfar, and artists like Summer Walker and Smino. At just 23, Yoni has already made waves globally, but what…

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One More Sleep - Final Matchday of 2025 Regular Season - Colorado in Colorado! 25:57

2M ago25:57

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Send us a text LAFC heads to Commerce City for the final matchday of the 2025 regular season! Can Denis win the Golden Boot? Where will LAFC finish? It's all about Decision Day!By J.R. Lebert & Christian Filimon

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Episode 387 - Streaks Stopped in Austin with 1-0 Loss 44:20

2M ago44:20

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Send us a text LAFC loses to Austin for the second time in 2025, 1-0 yet again. No Sonny. No Denis. No goals.By J.R. Lebert & Christian Filimon

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One More Sleep - 90 Degrees in Austin - 2025 Matchday 33 18:53

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Send us a text LAFC heads to Austin for a match rescheduled from July, match 33 of 34 of the 2025 regular season. Who will step up in Denis' and Son's absence?By J.R. Lebert & Christian Filimon

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Episode 386 - Ebobisse & Amaya Down Toronto 2-0 46:16

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Send us a text LAFC figure it out without Sonny or Denis, beating old friend Jose Cifuentes and Toronto FC, 2-0. LAFC has now kept a clean sheet for almost 350'!By J.R. Lebert & Christian Filimon

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The Importance of AUTHENTICITY | Why TikTok Is DESTROYING Realness 1:47:11

3M ago1:47:11

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TikToker Reveals Why AUTHENTICITY Is DYING in a World Obsessed With PERFECTION In this episode, we dig into what it really means to be authentic in a world obsessed with filters and curated feeds, exploring why genuine connection feels so rare and why staying true to yourself matters more than ever. I’m joined by Solania, an Ethiopian TikToker from…

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One More Sleep - Last Match at Home in 2025, Eh? - Toronto FC at BMO! 28:28

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Send us a text LAFC takes on Toronto FC in the last home regular season match of 2025! Welcome back, Cifu!By J.R. Lebert & Christian Filimon

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Episode 385 - Denis 86's Atlanta With Goal Number 99! 51:09

3M ago51:09

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By J.R. Lebert & Christian Filimon

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One More Sleep - Atlanta at BMO - 2025 MLS Matchday 31 24:17

3M ago24:17

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Send us a text A look ahead at LAFC's next home opponent, Atlanta United, as the Black and Gold will play their final home match of the regular season before Son and Denis head off to international duty.By J.R. Lebert & Christian Filimon

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Episode 384 - Dolo Hits 100 As Sonny Scores 2! 1:19:37

3M ago1:19:37

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Send us a text LAFC successfully ran the gauntlet! 4 matches, 15 days... and ALL 12 POINTS! Denis and Sonny run their goal-scoring streak to 17 as LAFC takes down STL 3-0.By J.R. Lebert & Christian Filimon

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One More Sleep - Meet Us In St. Louis! - 2025 Matchday 30 29:57

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Send us a text LAFC heads to St. Louis to try to remain undefeated against City SC! Will Sonny take over the hat trick duties, or will Denis move closer to goal 100?By J.R. Lebert & Christian Filimon

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Bare Minimum or Princess Treatment? 43:37

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In this episode, I sit down with my cousin Zebilon to unpack a question that’s been stirring up group chats: princess treatment OR the bare minimum???But before we get deep, we spiral into a hilarious side convo — from whether getting carried out of a burning building by a firefighter man would bruise our egos… to if using an umbrella makes you les…

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Episode 383 - Noche de Carlos Vela & Denis' Hat Trick! 1:04:59

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Send us a text LAFC beats RSL again. By a score of 4-1 again! And an LAFC player (this time, Denis) scores a hat trick again! History made at BMO on the night the club inducted Carlos Vela into the Ring of Honor!By J.R. Lebert & Christian Filimon

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One More Sleep - RSL Again! - 2025 Regular Season Matchday 29 26:29

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Send us a text LAFC takes on RSL for the second time in 5 days, this time at home! Will we see another hat trick?By J.R. Lebert & Christian Filimon

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Episode 382 - Denis Passes Vela and Son Scores 3! 1:06:04

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Send us a text It was a historic night in Sandy, Utah! Son Heung-Min bagged a hat trick courtesy of assists from Tillman, Hollingshead, and Denis. And then... Denis gets a late goal to pass Carlos Vela with his 94th for the Black and Gold! 4-1 LAFC!By J.R. Lebert & Christian Filimon

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One More Sleep - RSL Part 1 - MLS Regular Season Matchday 28 22:58

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Send us a text LAFC heads to Utah to take on Real Salt Lake for the first time since the "Snow Game" in Sandy last season.By J.R. Lebert & Christian Filimon

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Episode 381 - Denis Ties Vela in 4-2 W at Levi's! 52:48

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Send us a text What a historic night in Santa Clara! Sonny scores in the first minute before Denis Bouanga's hat trick puts him level with Carlos Vela in LAFC's record books with 93 goals apiece.By J.R. Lebert & Christian Filimon

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One More Sleep - LAFC at Levi's! - 2025 MLS Regular Season Matchday 27 23:40

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Send us a text LAFC heads into Santa Clara for their matchup against the Quakes! Will it be a record crowd in the Bay Area to see Sonny?By J.R. Lebert & Christian Filimon

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Are These the BIGGEST Habesha Red Flags?! 1:06:45

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Habesha Red Flags EXPOSED – Are You Guilty?In this episode, I sit down with my cousin Kerubel to go through some hilarious — and sometimes painfully accurate — Habesha red flags.What starts as quick-fire takes on dating quirks and cultural pet peeves quickly spirals into a bigger conversation — from family expectations, to what makes a relationship…

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Episode 380 - Son Debuts at BMO in 2-1 Loss to SD 1:04:16

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Send us a text It's Episode 380, and the long-awaited home debut for Son Heung-min is finally here! Unfortunately, it comes in a 2-1 home loss to conference leader San Diego, despite LAFC getting on the board first. Son looked great, coming up unlucky as he hits the post and has two attempts saved by CJ Dos Santos. You can kiss the West goodbye in …

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One More Sleep - Son Heung-min to Debut vs. SD at BMO! 31:37

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Send us a text San Diego FC travels to BMO to take on LAFC at home for the very first time. Also a first, Son Heung-min will play on that beautiful home pitch!By J.R. Lebert & Christian Filimon

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The TRUTH About Habeshas Dating Outside Their Culture | Ethiopian Reddits (The COUSIN CHRONICLES) 26:20

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Would Your Parents Approve This Marriage? | Ethiopian Reddits (The COUSIN CHRONICLES)In this episode, I sit down with my cousins Remy and Zebilon to dive into some WILD Ethiopian Reddit posts about dating, relationships, and culture.What starts as a story about a 27-year-old Ethiopian woman and a 22-year-old American guy quickly spirals into a bigg…

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One More Sleep - 2025 MLS Matchday 25 - FC Dallas 26:20

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Send us a text LAFC finishes off their 3-match road trip in beautiful Frisco, Texas. In August. In 95 degree heat.By J.R. Lebert & Christian Filimon

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Episode 378 - Son Assists In 2-0 W Over Revolution 57:32

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Send us a text Here on Episode 378, Son Heung-min gets his first start AND his first assist as LAFC travels across the country and beats the Revolution, 2-0. Hugo keeps his 9th clean sheet, Choiniere opens his account, and Scarf wants to abolish the secondary assist! Enjoy 378!By J.R. Lebert & Christian Filimon

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One More Sleep - New England Revolution - 2025 MLS Regular Season Match 25 32:47

4M ago32:47

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Send us a text LAFC heads to Boston to take on the Revolution. Will Son Heung-min get his first start?By J.R. Lebert & Christian Filimon

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Episode 377 - LAFC Ties Fire + Son Heung-min Makes His Debut 41:48

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Send us a text Filly is still riding solo on this pod. Quick and to the point and with no beer bongs. LAFC play the catchup game with a solid and gritty performance on the road. What stands out is the debut of Son and his impact was felt immediately.By J.R. Lebert & Christian Filimon

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One More Sleep - Chicago Fire Previews 21:31

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Send us a text Solo Filly on this preview. LAFC take on the Chicago Fire for the 1st time since 2019.By J.R. Lebert & Christian Filimon

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Episode 376 - Son Heung-min Is Black and Gold! 1:09:18

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Send us a text It's Episode 376, and Son Heung-min is Black and Gold! Yes, LAFC defeated Tigres in the final match of their 2025 Leagues Cup run. And yes, David Martinez had a brace. But SONNY is one of us! Also on this episode, Ryan Porteous is ALSO Black and Gold, Mathieu Choiniere gets his first minutes, and Artem plays his best match so far. Oh…

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One More Sleep - Tigres - 2025 Leagues Cup 26:17

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Send us a text LAFC takes on Tigres for the first time... outside of a final. It's the last Group Stage match for LAFC in the 2025 Leagues Cup!By J.R. Lebert & Christian Filimon

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Episode 375 - Hasal Saves! 1:01:07

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Send us a text It's Episode 375, and Thomas Hasal put on a show. After a solid 90', Hasal's two penalty shootout saves propel LAFC to earn two points after a 1-1 regulation draw vs. Pachuca in the 2025 Leagues Cup! Also on this episode, Nathan Ordaz sees red, Scarf brings us back to the Covid times, and Filly does not one, but two shooeys! Enjoy 37…

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One More Sleep - Pachuca - 2025 Leagues Cup 25:51

5M ago25:51

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Send us a text LAFC takes on the reigning CONCACAF Champions Cup winners, Pachuca, in our second of three Group Stage matches in the 2025 Leagues Cup.By J.R. Lebert & Christian Filimon

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Episode 374 - Mazatlan Takes Two Points 51:52

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Send us a text It's Episode 374, and the 2025 Leagues Cup has started! Woo! It's LAFC with their third consecutive poor effort, this one a listless 1-1 regulation draw that turned into an 11-10 PK-shootout loss to lowly Mazatlan. The Black and Gold B-squad struck first, but Mazatlan's B-squad struck soon after. From there, the offense died, and the…

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WILD Secrets My Cousins NEVER Admitted Until Now! (The COUSIN CHRONICLES) 1:11:28

5M ago1:11:28

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WILD Confessions My Cousins NEVER Admitted Until Now! (The COUSIN CHRONICLES)In this episode, I sit down with my cousins Zebilon, Kerubel, and Mathias to talk about what it’s really like to grow up together but slowly grow apart.What starts as a trip down memory lane with funny childhood stories turns into an honest conversation about the changes w…

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One More Sleep - Mazatlan FC - 2025 Leagues Cup 23:25

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Send us a text LAFC kicks off their 2025 Leagues Cup action with a match vs. Mazatlan FC at BMO!By J.R. Lebert & Christian Filimon

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Episode 373 - Leagues Cup Looms After Listless Loss to Portland 57:01

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Send us a text It's Episode 373, and LAFC provides very few signs of life in our last MLS Regular Season match before Leagues Cup. LAFC falls at home, 1-0, to the Timbers. The lone bright spot of this match? The performance in the MLS debut of defender Kenny Nielsen! Nielsen was solid, and his near-goal on an audacious bicycle kick attempt in the s…

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One More Sleep - 2025 Match Day 22 - Portland Timbers 42:18

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Send us a text LAFC re-gathers after All-Star Weekend, missing most of our CB's and Sergi Palencia! The Timbers come calling in our final regular-season match before Leagues Cup!By J.R. Lebert & Christian Filimon

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Episode 372 - "Feels Like a Loss" in 3-3 Home Draw to Carson 1:31:50

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Send us a text LAFC and Carson played for the 26th time on Saturday, and this one, for Black and Gold Faithful, may have been the most frustrating yet. Despite twice holding a 2-goal lead, LAFC had to settle for a point in a 3-3 draw as Galaxy scored at the death. Denis Bouanga did all he could while he was on the pitch, scoring twice to move withi…

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One More Sleep - El Trafico #26 - MLS 2025 Regular Season Match 21 34:42

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Send us a text LAFC "welcomes" Carson to BMO in an effort to put the final nail in their 2025 regular season coffin.By J.R. Lebert & Christian Filimon