The Wicked Library is a Parsec Award winning show featuring horror fiction stories from upcoming, new, independent and bestselling authors. Our Tales of terror are read by Host / Producer, Daniel Foytik and other popular voice actors and feature custom music to bring the stories to life. Each episode features the work of some of the best voices in independent horror fiction.
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Daniel Mccarty Podcasts
Two supporters and media pros talk Charlotte as a Soccer City. John Hayes and Daniel Bramlette aka Brams tell fan stories & pay tribute to the Carolinas' best brews. Each episode feels like trading tales over pints at the pub, pour yourself a glass and enjoy!
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Always two there are. A Master and an Apprentice. One to embody power, and one to crave it... The Master, Dan is an obsessive Star Wars fan who wants nothing more than to know everything he can about a galaxy far far away. His Apprentice Jake is also a Star Wars fan, though not as obsessive or familiar with the lore as Dan. Together these two will cover an immense amount of topics spanning through the galaxy, one episode at a time. This is Master and Apprentice.
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On Tap: 2025 Review, Roster Moves & MLS Changes
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1:08:03John and Danny have fresh pints of Guinness at Goldies in LoSo! The guys review Charlotte FC's 2025 campaign, debate roster decisions, react to the 2026 schedule and discuss significant changes to MLS in the future.
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Season Ends With MLS Cup Loss vs NYC FC | Decoding the Presser
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39:37It was a fiasco at the Fortress as Charlotte FC failed to capitalize on a dominant performance, and conceded 3 counterattack goals to NYC FC in Game 3 of their MLS Cup 1st Round Series...and now the Crown's 2025 season is over. DannyBrams checks in on a groggy morning after to decode what Dean Smith, Ashley Westwood, Archie Goodwin and Adilson Mala…
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Decider on Mint Street - BWP Joins for Charlotte FC vs NYC FC Game 3 Preview
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20:39MLS Legend Bradley Wright-Phillips returns to the show to break down a Win-Or-Go-Home Game 3 between Charlotte FC and NYC FC in Round 1 of the MLS Cup Playoffs. BWP gives his takes on Wilfried Zaha's mercurial style, Idan Toklomati's slowdown in production, Kristijan Kahlina's heroic shootout performance in Game 2, Adilson Malanda's final few match…
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In today's episode, Addison and Graham continue their investigation. What happened to The Wicked Library? The truth gets weirder, and as they look into it further, and the Library begins to look back. Addison has a nighttime visitor. Graham gets an email. Voice actress Mary Murphy talks about a character come to life and odd sounds in her audio. Wh…
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Decision Day Preview with Dax McCarty of Apple MLS Season Pass
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20:39The soccer broadcasting Rookie of the Year returns to the show ahead of Charlotte FC's must-win match vs the Supporters Shield-winning Philadelphia Union. Dax breaks down why Wilfried Zaha, Idan Toklomati, and Kristijan Kahlina will be critical to the Crown's playoff hopes, why it's so important to get homefield advantage when chasing the MLS Cup, …
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MLS Decision Day: Charlotte FC's Path to the Cup
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36:39Home field advantage and a trip to the CONCACAF Champions Cup is on for Charlotte FC on MLS Decision Day. John Hayes and Danny Brams discuss how The Crown will only go as far as Wilfried Zaha and Idan Toklomati take them! It's #forthecrown baby!
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In today's episode, Addison and Graham begin their investigation. What happened to The Wicked Library? Find out when Graham and Addison investigate.What they uncovered… wasn’t just a story. When they receive a box of strange artifacts and a key to a storage unit, they begin unraveling a forgotten podcast, a missing host, and a darkness that refuses…
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Bounceback Game? or Statement Game? | Kaylyn Kyle returns to the show!
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18:05Charlotte FC's historic win streak ended on a dreary morning in a baseball stadium. How will the squad keep that disappointment from derailing the playoff positioning train? Kaylyn Kyle from Apple MLS Season Pass makes a return visit to the show to explain why Charlotte isn't looking to bounce back so much as they are looking to make a statement. B…
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Charlotte FC Chasing Win Streak History in NYC | Sacha Klejstan Joins Show!
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16:59With Charlotte FC on the verge of 10 wins in a row which would set a record for longest win streak in Major League Soccer History, we've called in a big gun. MLS Legend Sacha Klejstan joins us from the Apple MLS Season Pass crew to preview the Crown's Saturday Afternoon Showdown in New York City, and brag on the skills of Idan Toklomati, the leader…
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Decoding the Presser: Dean Smith ahead of NYCFC
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36:14John Hayes makes his debut on Decoding the Presser! Dean Smith talks about Charlotte FC's MLS record win streak, The Crown's trophy hunt, star striker Idan Toklomati & the trip to the Bronx this weekend for a high-stakes matchup vs. NYCFC
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Even the GOAT, Lionel Messi, couldn’t derail Charlotte FC’s unstoppable run! The Crown rolled to a 3–0 win thanks to Idan Toklomati’s stunning hat trick, tying the Seattle Sounders’ MLS record with nine straight victories. John Hayes and Danny Brams break it all down, with special guest Matt Geslin joining to share his behind-the-lens view of the a…
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Why Charlotte FC Will Beat Inter Miami | Warren Barton Joins the Show!
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22:06A massive matchup calls for a massive guest and we couldn't be happier to welcome longtime analyst Warren Barton to the show to break down Charlotte FC's chase for win streak history against Inter Miami and Lionel Messi. Warren identifies a few keys to the match that should allow the Crown to find some joy, especially with an inspiring attitude fro…
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MLS History Awaits - Can Charlotte FC beat Miami?
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31:37John and Danny have the build up for the biggest game of the season vs. Inter Miami. What's on the line? The MLS record of 9 straight wins and The Crown's playoff home field advantage hopes. Dean Smith and Luis Suarez are both suspended for the match...for very different reasons. Can The Crown get it done? Watch the show and subscribe to our YouTub…
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Charlotte FC 6-Match Win Streak | Roman Harper BTS of Epic Coronation
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55:11It's getting real for Charlotte FC with just 7 matches left in the MLS regular season and still needing to solidify a playoff berth. One way to do that would be continuing the 6-match win streak the Crown currently sits on, and some incoming transfers should help the cause of keeping the form we saw in a 1-0 win over Real Salt Lake. That victory wa…
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Archie Goodwin Joins Charlotte FC | Decoding the Presser
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29:11Archie, Archie Archie...Oi! Oi!! Oi!!! 20-year-old Australian striker Archie Goodwin has arrived in the Queen City brimming with confidence, looking to win a starting job, and flashing a brilliant smile. The A-League golden boot winner from last season met the Charlotte media and shared details on turning pro as an early teenager, growing up a Live…
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Harry Toffolo Joins Charlotte FC | Decoding the Presser
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17:55Charlotte FC has a new left back who's already enjoying the Southern Hospitality after traveling to the Carolinas from his native UK. Danny Brams is here to break down what Harry Toffolo had to say in his introductory press conference, and also has some bonus content with Tim Ream previewing The Crown's upcoming match vs Real Salt Lake. It's the re…
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5 on the bounce + looking through the transfer window
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39:27Charlotte FC has won 5 straight games for the first time in club history. John and Danny are at Dom's dive bar!
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Yet Another Must-Win Match | Decoding the Presser | Toronto FC Preview
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26:56Despite 3 wins in a row (and 4 unbeaten on the spin!) there remains zero margin for error for Charlotte FC this weekend at home to face Toronto in the final MLS match before Leagues Cup begins. Dean Smith talked about momentum and mentality and DannyBrams is here to listen to everything the Gaffer had to say, and react to it. The British-isms aboun…
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John and Danny are on the patio at Triple C to catch up about all things soccer in Charlotte over crafty pints. Charlotte FC has won 3 games on the spin & Pep Biel is orchestrating the campaign. Idan Toklomati has filled in admirably for the departing Patrick Agyemang. Should Zoran Krneta sign another striker? The MLS summer transfer window is offi…
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We Own Atlanta! | Decoding Postgame Presser with Ashley Westwood & Dean Smith
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30:18With 2000+ away supporters turning Mercedes Benz Stadium into a virtual home game (again) for Charlotte FC, The Crown delivered in a must-win match vs Atlanta United. But it wasn't easy! Goals by Toklomati, Zaha, and Biel helped turn around a 1-0 halftime deficit, and Charlotte also successfully defended a one-goal lead through 8 minutes of stoppag…
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No More Mistakes! NYCFC Preview with Kyndra de St. Aubin
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26:17All margin for error has evaporated for Charlotte FC, it's time to start getting points in bunches or else watch the season spiral down the drain. Dean Smith says "stupid mistakes" are the culprit for the Crown's continuing struggles, and has vowed to fix it...all while re-tooling the team's attack on the fly due to the imminent departure of Patric…
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Crown Rebound? - Andrew Wiebe on Charlotte FC"s "Rock Bottom" ahead of Orlando match
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33:49It's been an ugly stretch for Charlotte FC but the signs of life shown in the 2nd Half vs Chicago offer hope that the Crown is ready to rebound! Apple TV's Andrew Wiebe joins Danny Brams to dissect the defensive woes that plagued Dean Smith's club during their June Swoon, take a well-deserved victory lap for spotting Patrick Agyemang's talent befor…
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In Plastic Performances, John Hayes and Danny Brams confront the team’s inconsistent identity, dissect key moments from the last two crushing losses vs. Kansas City and Chicago, and ask hard questions about mentality, leadership, and tactics. Is Deano on the hot seat? What is Patrick Agyemang's real transfer value? Should Westwood move forward into…
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Taking the show (literally) on the road
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1:17:13Danny and John tape a special episode whilst on the road after sitting on Managers Row at Subaru Park for Charlotte FC’s 2-1 loss to Philadelphia. It's an unfiltered ride home full of lane changes—Zaha played the villain to perfection (and celebrated like it), Deano put on a sideline show of his own, and the Philly fan experience was… something els…
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Bouncing Back After Bye Week | Philadelphia Union Preview with Calen Carr
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25:38Apple MLS Season Pass Analyst Calen Carr joins DannyBrams for some talk about the shifting identities of Charlotte FC this year, how The Crown stacks up in the Eastern Confernnce Playoff Chase, and most immediately: How to get three points on the road vs one of MLS's elite clubs, the Philadelphia Union! It's For the Crown, Baby!…
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TWL 1303: “Two Tales from Mr. Nadel’s Shop” by Virelle Nocturne
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25:01Welcome to Season 13 of The Wicked Library. In this episode of The Wicked Library, we dive into the depths with two takes by Virelle Nocturne. Behind the soft golden light of a curious little tailor’s shop, a man named Mr. Nadel weaves more than fine suits—he tailors identity itself. But the cut is never without cost.This week, we open the dressing…
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Recorded live from Dom's Dive Bar during the heat of the CONMEBOL World Cup qualifiers, John Hayes and Danny Brams dive deep into Charlotte FC's rollercoaster first half of the season. From Patrick Agyemang’s breakout performances to Dean Smith’s evolving tactics and Wilfried Zaha's impact. Plus, an uncomfortable conversation about The Captain Ashl…
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Charlotte FC Faces Must-Win in Toronto | Neil Sika Returns to Preview!
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21:42Apple TV's Neil Sika returns to the show after calling The Crown's midweek loss to the Red Bulls and ahead of a game in Toronto that appears to be a must-win as Charlotte FC looks to shake off its "May Miasma." DannyBrams & Neil break down why the Charlotte defense has failed to live up to the great standard set earlier this season, delve into the …
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Charlotte FC vs Nashville SC Preview with Tony Husband
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17:03Apple TV's Tony Husband returns to the show ahead of the Charlotte-Nashville Showdown that he'll be in the booth for on Saturday Night. Danny Brams talks with Tony about Wilfried Zaha's adjustment to MLS, Charlotte's back line depth in the wake of several injuries, the addition of Jahkeele Marshall-Rutty to the squad, and the fine form that Nashvil…
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Zaha Finding His Way in MLS + Columbus Crew Preview with Bradley Wright-Phillips
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14:49BWP is Back for his second appearance on CSS! The MLS Legend joins DannyBrams to get into the ups and downs of Wilfried Zaha so far in the 2025 Season and what it's like to adjust to the league when coming over from a career in England. They also talk about the stakes for Charlotte in the MLS Eastern conference ahead of a road trip to Columbus with…
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Gaffer Gets One Wrong?? | Charlotte FC Falls 1-0 to NE Revolution
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40:36Charlotte FC suffers their first loss at Bank of America Stadium in 2025 and the fingers are out and pointing! Superstar DP Wilfried Zaha is firing back at his critics on SnapChat, Dean Smith is calling referees "incompetent," Danny Brams just can't get over the 18 shots that failed to find the back of the net, and John Hayes just wants to know why…
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Dax McCarty Joins the Show ahead of New England Match
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29:13MLS Legend Dax McCarty has been a vocal advocate for Charlotte FC in his rookie year as a broadcaster on Apple MLS Season Pass. The outspoken analyst joins Danny Brams to discuss making the transition from player to broadcaster, explain why he chose 2 Charlotte FC players for his Early Season Best XI (but not 3!), and sing the praises of Pep Biel, …
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Charlotte FC Crushes San Diego FC | Top of MLS Eastern Conference Table
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40:31Pep Biel does it again! John Hayes and Danny Brams react to Charlotte FC's 3-0 win over San Diego where Nick Scardina made his MLS debut. We hear from Patrick Agyemang, Dean Smith & more. Do people realize how good Wilfried Zaha is playing? We debate. #charlottefc #mlssoccer #mlsseasonpass #forthecrown #wilfriedzaha #pepbiel #patrickagyemang #andre…
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San Diego FC Storms the Fortress | Match Preview with Apple's Ross Smith
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20:39One of our faves, Ross Smith returns to the show ahead of his assignment in the booth calling San Diego FC at Charlotte FC this weekend. Ross freely admits that SDFC are his "2nd team" to keep an eye on each Saturday as their attractive soccer has made him an instant fan of the expansion squad. He breaks down the opponents Dean Smith will need to n…
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John and Danny discuss the importance of Pep Biel's first half goal in Montreal. Dean Smith set up the team in a 4-2-3-1 and it got The Crown a clean sheet and its first road win of the season. Adilson Malanda was named man of the match but the guys agree it should have went to Kristijan Kahlina. Charlotte FC now sits 3rd on the MLS table. Is the e…
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Callum Williams joins the show! | Charlotte FC @ CF Montreal Preview
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15:11In a historic first for the show, we've got a guest talking Charlotte FC from the back of an Uber! Renowned commentator Callum Williams will call the Crown's match in Montreal Saturday, he joins Danny Brams for some thoughts on how to replace the injured Wilfried Zaha, why Patrick's Agyemang's impact goes well beyond goal scoring, and how Charlotte…
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Smash & Grab! Charlotte FC steals 3 points
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37:3180 minutes of torture followed by 10 minutes of bliss...we wouldn't have it any other way! Charlotte FC left it late vs Nashville but turned the scoreline around and won their 7th straight match at home with a 2-1 result. John & Danny are here to sing the praises of Idan Toklomati, Pep Biel & Wilfried Zaha (among others!). We'll also ponder if Dean…
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The Crown was riding high into Colorado and looking to dominate on the road and establish themselves as a true MLS contender, but instead the sputtered, wasted some good chances, and then conceded a crackerjack counterattack and a questionable penalty, and that was that. John & Danny break down just how big of a setback this was for Charlotte FC's …
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TWL 1302: “How Will You Woo Her?” by Sabella Dziabczenko
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30:43Episode Summary: Welcome to Season 13 of The Wicked Library. In this episode of The Wicked Library, we dive into the depths with a haunting seafolk tale by Sabella Dziabczenko. "How Will You Woo Her?" is a tale of haunting beauty, ravenous desire, and the terrible cost of being seen by man. Beneath the waves, Grandmother Hydra tells a cautionary ta…
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TWL 1301: “Almost Finished Business” by Lindsey Goddard
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18:46Episode Summary: Welcome to Season 13 of The Wicked Library. In our premiere episode, we feature a tale by returning author Lindsey Goddard. "Almost Finished Business" is a darkly humorous story of revenge from beyond the grave, featuring a grudge-bearing ghost, a poodle named Marshmallow, and a haunting that's more personal than paranormal. Warni…
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Charlotte FC's strong start to the season
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39:07Charlotte FC is off to strongest start in club history after putting San Jose to the sword in a 4-1 home thrashing. John & Danny break down the goals and add perspective from the Gaffer, the Captain, and the local legend who says after this win "Hell Yeah we can challenge for a league title!" The Doumbia Debut, The Toklomati Takeover, Pep in the Po…
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Special Guest: MLS Season Pass Host Kevin Egan
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35:47Danny Brams & Kevin Egan discuss the fun of hosting shows that have become appointment television for MLS fans (and why everyone hates the New York Red Bulls). Kevin fills us in on some key changes to the Apple MLS Season Pass presentation of the league, why Charlotte FC has a great chance to build on early-season success, and where Dean Smith rank…
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Liel Abada and Patrick Agyemang open their 2025 accounts against rival Cincinnati. John Hayes and Danny Brams discuss the performance and celebrate another Kristijan Kahlina clean sheet. Plus, FC matches are now available locally on TV 64 & artificial turf at The Fortress is still a sight for sore eyes. Watch this episode on YouTube: https://youtu.…
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Messi & the Missed Opportunity | Inter Miami 1-0 Charlotte FC
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1:03:45After a hugely disappointing loss at Miami with Lionel Messi on the bench, John & Danny ponder the question: Is it actually tougher to beat 10-men?? We break down the red card, the goal, the missed chances, and the postgame commentary. We'll also dig into some of the big money stories surrounding why Messi isn't playing, and why some MLS GMs are st…
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Charlotte FC defeats rival Atlanta United 2-0 in the home opener! John Hayes & Danny Brams discuss matchday, watch highlights and hear from Wilfried Zaha, Dean Smith & Pep Biel post match. Up Next: Inter Miami and Lionel Messi. Watch this episode on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=xC6-1-qotqs…
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It's officially matchweek #1 and Charlotte FC is headed to Cascadia to start the season at Seattle Sounders. We preview the matchup, hear from Ashley Westwood about Wilfired Zaha & time-travel back to Patrick Agyemang's first MLS goal vs. Seattle. Plus, predictions! It's For the Crown, baby!
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200th Episode TFOS Questions Special
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1:01:39It's a milestone episode on the eve of Matchweek 1! John & Danny answer TFOS (Tremendous Friends of the Show) questions. Thanks to everyone who takes the time to listen and contribute to the conversation. For the Crown, baby!
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Zaha official, Open Cup returns + Big Pat's USMNT success
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38:05Zaha is signed, sealed, delivered #forthecrown , Patrick Agyemang is scoring at will for the #usmnt , and Charlotte FC is back in the #usopencup We break down all that, plus check in with USA Legend Landon Donovan, and give a final goodbye to Karol Swiderski. It's For the Crown, Baby
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From Agyemang to Zaha - Charlotte FC starting 2025 with a bang!
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59:40With a young CLTFC striker potentially leading the line for the USMNT, a superstar signing on the verge of completion, and more quality depth than the squad has ever seen, The Crown is set to start season 4 ready to truly, finally contend for MLS Cup. John & Danny are set. for the 2025 Charlotte FC & MLS season! Watch this episode on YouTube: https…
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TWL X2-2024: “The Lure of the Star” and “A Visit from Yulthar’Niklas”, by Damos Vrynn
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18:04Get these episodes ad free! Support the show on Patreon for as little as $3 / month. Hear stories first for $5 / month. Welcome to 2024’s Christmas Celebration. Today’s episode is the second of the series by Daniel Foytik, written and performing as Damos Vrynn. “The Lure of the Star” Three Wizards are drawn to participate in visiting the child of a…
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