Best NPSL Podcasts (2025)

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The Super Show - Holiday Cheer 49:16

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4h ago49:16

49:16

With just a couple of weeks left in the fall portion of the USL Super League's season, the crew recaps week 14 and considers the impact on the standings.

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America's Greatest - S2.E7 - Knights Why Say NISA Reunion Show 1:34:59

8d ago1:34:59

1:34:59

The guys who spent three years covering the upstart third-division league NISA reunite for the first time in over a year. John, Dan, and Dan discuss their favorite matches, the bond that was built over the course of years of podcasting, and why NISA was a failure in the end. It's a spectacular show that reminds you of why you loved the orginal in t…

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The Super Show - "Salty, Not Like the Ocean" 54:08

14d ago54:08

54:08

With Dan out on family duty with the Thanksgiving holiday approaching, Danielle and John do the heavy lifting and break down the state of play in the USL Super League.

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America's Greatest - S2.E6 - '94 World Cup: Brazil v USA w/ Marcelo Balboa 59:42

11d ago59:42

59:42

The greatest American defender of all-time joins the show to discuss the thrilling match between USA and Brazil in the 1994 World Cup. Marcelo Balboa discusses the team that put the USMNT on the map and the match that defined that competition for the USA.

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The Protagonist Show - S1.E19 - 99 World Cup Problems 29:23

13d ago29:23

29:23

Josh and Dan discuss the biggest topics in world soccer.

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The Super Show - The "Nice Thoughtful Passes" Episodes 44:42

15d ago44:42

44:42

Plenty to chat about as the matches of week 12 are on the table for analysis. Danielle returns and brings her energy to a show you won't want to miss.

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America's Greatest - S2.E5 - Seattle Sounders vs UNAM Pumas w/ Jeremiah Oshan 1:04:19

18d ago1:04:19

1:04:19

Jeremiah Oshan, managing editor of Sounder at Heart, sits down with Dan and Josh to talk about the Seattle Sounder's 2022 CONCACAF Champions League run that ended in a final win against the giants of Mexico.

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The Super Show - Ashlyn Puerta is a Menace 38:48

24d ago38:48

38:48

Trinity continues to falter and Ashlyn Puerta brought her kicking boots to Dallas. John and Dan break down Week 11, look forward to Week 12, and celebrate the signing of a Super Show favorite.

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America's Greatest - S2.E4 - 2009 Confederation's Cup, USMNT v Spain w/ Jason Davis 53:52

25d ago53:52

53:52

Legendary broadcaster and journalist Jason Davis joins the show to discuss the USA's improbable win over future World Cup champion Spain in the 2009 Confederation's Cup.

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The Protagonist Show - S1.E18 - USL Becoming More Premier? 34:19

27d ago34:19

34:19

The guys sit down to discuss the addition of Tony Scholes of USL. He'll lead the new Division One league and help impliment promotion/relegation in the USL system. Plus loads of other discussion around the sport for your consumption!

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The Super Show - Half Soccer, Half Fistfight 46:37

29d ago46:37

46:37

We're back from the international break and we've got soccer to talk about in the USL Super League.

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America's Greatest - S2.E3 - "Snow Classico" w/ Charles Boehm 55:42

1M ago55:42

55:42

One of the most accomplished American soccer journalists, Charles Boehm, sits down to discuss the match that almost got ended because of weather, the 2013 WC Qualifier between the USMNT and Costa Rica, known by most as "Snow Classico."

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America's Greatest - S2.E2 - The 1999 World Cup w/ Jamie Levoy 53:00

1M ago53:00

53:00

Jamie Levoy, the executive director of legacy amateur women's club California Storm, joins the show to discuss how the '99ers impacted her entire worldview and inspired her passion for the game. The discussion sets up the 1999 World Cup Final and highlights the match that crowned the UWSNT world champions.…

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The Super Show - Cotton Candy Death Star 41:18

1M ago41:18

41:18

That's no moon! Lexington finally puts the pieces together and decimates Ft. Lauderdale 5-1, plus all the rest of Week 9 of the USL Super League.

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The Protagonist Show - S1.E17 - USL League One Update and Resetting After International Break 32:26

1M ago32:26

32:26

Josh and Dan discuss expansion in the USL W League, the USL League One playoff picture, and then take a quick tour of European leagues returning to soccer after the International break.

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America's Greatest - S2.E1 - 2006 World Cup, USA vs Italy w/ Jimmy Conrad 1:04:10

2M ago1:04:10

1:04:10

Your favorite former USMNT defender, Jimmy Conrad, sits down to discuss the 2006 World Cup and the USMNT's 1-1 draw with Italy. Jimmy discusses his personal battles on the field with some of the finest players to ever suit up for the Azzurri and his pride in representing his country on the greatest stage.…

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The Super Show - Week 8 Recap 54:04

2M ago54:04

54:04

A decisive win for Spokane over Dallas and two draws for everyone else. Week 8 gave us plenty to talk about on today's show!

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America's Greatest Season One Replay: 2017 NASL Soccer Bowl with Dr David Kilpatrick and Douglas Zimmerman 1:34:20

2M ago1:34:20

1:34:20

As we prepare to release Seaon Two of America's Greatest, we are revisiting some of our favorite conversations from Season One. On this episode, Josh is joined by returning guest Dr David Kilpatrick as well as by photojournalist and author Douglas Zimmerman, to discuss the final final of NASL. The newcomers, San Francisco Deltas hosted the most ico…

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The Protagonist Show - S1.E16 - Cups, Cups, Cups! 39:53

2M ago39:53

39:53

The boys are back in the saddle and there's plenty to talk about in Cup Season! USMNT vs Ecuador Friendly USOC Qualifying Cup Season NISA Pro Cup Kickoff

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The Super Show - A Smorgasbord of Disappointment 44:41

2M ago44:41

44:41

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America's Greatest Season One Replay: 1999 Confed Cup, Germany vs USMNT w/ Kartik Krishnaiyer 59:37

2M ago59:37

59:37

As we prepare to release Season Two of America's Greatest, we're revisiting some of the best conversations from Season One. On this episode, Josh Duder sits down with Dan Creel and special guest Kartik Krishnaiyer, all-time American soccer journalistic legend. This episode, all eyes are on the 1999 Confederations Cup and the big matchup between USA…

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America's Greatest Season One Replay: 2020 NISA Fall Championship with g/ Fletcher Sharpe 1:08:05

2M ago1:08:05

1:08:05

As we prepare to release Season Two of America's Greatest, we're revisiting some of the best conversations from Season One. On this episode, we take a look back at the 2020 NISA Fall Championship between the Oakland Roots and Detroit City FC. Josh Duder and Dan Vaughn are joined by Fletcher Sharpe of the Daily Detroiter to take a look at the impact…

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The Super Show - The Curry Ketchup Edition 39:56

2M ago39:56

39:56

Plenty of action in week 5 in the USL Super League. All the draws recapped and discussed!

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America's Greatest Season One Replay: 1977 Soccer Bowl 1:08:20

3M ago1:08:20

1:08:20

As we prepare to release Season Two of America's Greatest, we're revisiting some of the best conversations from Season One. In this episode, Dan and Josh are joined by Dr. David Kilpatrick. They discuss the immortal Pele's last professional game, Soccer Bowl '77. They lead into the game by discussing the 1977 season for the Cosmos, then discuss the…

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The Super Show - Dallas is Human! 42:06

3M ago42:06

42:06

Dallas loses their first match of the season and Tampa continues to struggle. All that and more!

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The Protagonist Show - S1.E15 - USOC 2026 Qualifiers 34:34

3M ago34:34

34:34

Our favorite competition is getting set to kick off and we're here for it. Plus USMNT chatter and a dive into the USL League One Playoff picture. Oh, and the HENNY DERBY.

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The Super Show - Week 3 Recaps 47:38

3M ago47:38

47:38

A little later than usual, but here's your recap show for week 3 and a look forward to the matches of week 4!

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The Super Show - Week Two in the Books! 1:01:25

3M ago1:01:25

1:01:25

Another week of soccer and we've got results from the USL Super League!

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The Super Show - Week One Recap! 37:48

3M ago37:48

37:48

The USL Super League is back and we've got actual soccer to talk about! Week 1 recap in full, plus a look forward to next week!

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The Protagonist Show - Ep 14 - John Howard-Fusco talks USL Super League 30:22

4M ago30:22

30:22

Special guest John Howard-Fusco joins the show to talk all things USL women's soccer. USL Super League and W League talk throughout this episode. Plus so much more!

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The Super Show - On the Cusp 56:33

4M ago56:33

56:33

With the USL Super League just days away from the season opener, The Super Show squad discuss what they expect this year. Then Dallas Trinity goalkeeper, Rylee Foster, joins the show to talk about her path to professional soccer, her catastrophic car accident, and her road back to dominance.

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The Protagonist Show - Ep. 13 - DCFC, Vermont Green, and Soccer South of the Border 35:29

4M ago35:29

35:29

Josh and Dan take on the biggest news in the American game (and beyond) and bring their own dynamic approach and perspective to discussing it.

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The Super Show - 2 Weeks to Go 42:50

4M ago42:50

42:50

With the Super League just around the corner, we break down all the action and offseason movement going on.

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The Super Show - Trauma Dump 46:44

4M ago46:44

46:44

This episode begins with some sadness, but we get off the couch and finish strong by recapping the roster building from all over the USL Super League.

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The C - Episode 23 Wrap Up USL Cup Group Stages 25:46

4M ago25:46

25:46

Chris Walker and Josh Duder say goodbye to the Jägermeister / USL Cup Group Stages and hello to the Quarterfinals. We take a look at the regular season table for both East and West Coast teams then give our score predictions for this weekend's fixtures.

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The W Show - A Champion Among Us 31:20

4M ago31:20

31:20

Mark Davis, cofounder of the USL W League Champions, Utah United, joins the show to talk about his team's run to the top of the league.

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The Protagonist Show - S1.E11 - A Messi All Star Break 33:21

4M ago33:21

33:21

Messi skipped the MLS All-Star match and now all hell is breaking loose. Does this spell the end of his time in the States? Probably not, but we discuss it regardless. Plus NISA 3.0 and season two of the USL Super League.

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Ep. 282 - Tossed Salads and Scrambled (Crows) Eggs 30:21

5M ago30:21

30:21

The Crows are in Seattle vying for the USL2 Central Conference Championship! We cover the big moments in the rounds of 32 & 16 that got us there and preview the Flint City Bucks.

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The C - Episode 22, Matchweek 20 Review and USL Cup Preview 25:36

4M ago25:36

25:36

Chris and Josh are back for another look around the USL Championship - from the results and table in the regular season so far, to the final games in the Jagermeister / USL Cup Group Stages. Join us for a whip around the top division of the biggest league in the world!

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The Super Show - Superpowered Lexington? 58:12

5M ago58:12

58:12

League MVP Emina Ekić is on the move to Lexington along with a host of other talented veterans, making the team in black and green a favorite for next season. The crew break down all the offseason moves and what it will mean for the 2025-26 USL Super League.

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Ep. 281 - Heartland Division Champions 57:21

5M ago57:21

57:21

WE DID IT! Your Crows are Heartland Division Champions! We cover last week's action that got us here, look ahead to the USL2 playoffs and talk to Citizens head man Paul Smejkal about the supporter's group's favorite players and moments.

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The W Show - Championship Preview 23:47

5M ago23:47

23:47

With the USL W League Championship match set to kick off on Saturday, John and Dan discuss Utah United and NC Courage U23. How they got there, how they play, and what they expect from this final match of the weekend. It's been a long season, but we're about to crown a champion.

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Ex Libris Protagonist - A Conversation with Robert Andrew Powell 34:38

5M ago34:38

34:38

The author of This Love is Not For Cowards: Salvation and Soccer in Ciudad Juárez sits down with Josh and Dan to discuss his book, his time in one of the most dangerous cities in the world, and how soccer inspired his work.

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The Super Show - Dallas Trinity's Allie Thornton 57:54

5M ago57:54

57:54

Trinity superstar Allie Thornton joins the show to talk about her season last year, winning the Golden Boot, and how her time in Europe helped shape her play. After the interview, the crew breaks down a couple of clubs' roster moves and how they could change the table next season.

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90+1 - Gold Cup Recap 33:00

5M ago33:00

33:00

Dan is joined by Josh Duder to talk all things Gold Cup, including the final loss against Mexico 2-1. What does the roster look like moving forward? What players made their mark? Should the veterans who skipped the competition have anything to worry about? All those questions and more on this episode of 90+1.…

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Ep. 280 - Rising to the Top 32:59

5M ago32:59

32:59

That's SIX USL2 wins in a row and a playoff spot clinched. The boys recap games against Rochester and St. Croix and look ahead to crucial matchups that could put us on top.

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The W Show - Playoff Update and Vanessa Crisp of FC Olympia 38:27

5M ago38:27

38:27

GM of FC Olympia, Vanessa Crip, joins the show to talk all things northwest soccer and her teams playoff run ending in the round of 16. She also discusses a potential stadium plan and what the club will be working on in the offseason. After, the boys take a quick tour of the playoff picture, then look forward to the semifinal matchups this weekend!…

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Protagonist Interviews: Copa Tejas 41:49

5M ago41:49

41:49

Just before last weekend's matchup between El Paso Locomotive and San Antonio FC, Dan sat down with the two founders of Copa Tejas, Steve Arters and Danielle Gawronski. They explain the competition, the important role it plays for Texas soccer clubs, and how they'd love to see it expand.