We kick off our first show of the new year with our annual offseason interview with Whitecaps CEO and Sporting Director Axel Schuster. We talk with Axel about the highs and lows of last season, building on those in 2024 and taking the next step, and discuss how the club gets there. We touch on the Andres Cubas transfer rumours, Ryan Gauld extension talks, is a return possible for Richie Laryea, and how did the signing of Damir Kreilach come about, plus much more in a 37 minute chat.

It's been a busy MLS offseason so far and we look at some of the bigger and wilder stories affecting the Canadian teams, Canadian players, and the 'Caps Western Conference rivals. Plus we kick off our Whitecaps 50th anniversary celebrations and party like it's 1974, and introduce our new Album of the Month feature.

Here’s the rundown for the main segments from the episode:

01.30: Intro - Cup games and AFTN plans for the year

13.25: Party like it's 1974

23.52: It's been a busy MLS offseason so far

53.55: Axel Schuster interview - Part One

78.30: Axel Schuster interview - Part Two

102.27: Unpacking Axel

137.15: Wavelength - Hotel Lux - National Team

144.25: Bring back printed programs!