Kindred Spirits

Kindred Spirits

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Kindred Spirits episodes

  • Wiesner Strikes Down the Royals - RFK Refugees Podcast

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    Ted and Jon break down a 1-0 win for the Washington Spirit over the Utah Royals. They talk about how the team is able to pull together wins while resting key players. They also review potential pitfalls the team could suffer and more! They also review an off week for DC and how the team shapes up getting back to the field on the road against Charlotte.

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    58 min
  • Trinity, Sarr, and Bethune vs. Everyone - RFK Refugees Podcast

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    Ted is here to break down the past two games for DC United and look ahead to a potentially better week. He reviews options for the team, answers listener questions, and makes sense of what we are seeing with DC United. He also reviews the Spirit's 4-2 win over Angel City and how Washington has built the best attack in the league.

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    43 min
  • Introducing your new Washington Spirit Broadcast Team - RFK Refugees Podcast

    The Washington Spirit have secured a local radio deal for the first time ever. Bram Weinstein, Mike Minnich, and Gabby Vincent discuss how this deal came about and what it means for the team and fans. They also talk about the importance of having a home for women's soccer on local sports radio and the demand for more coverage of the sport. The team will be broadcasting live from Audi Field for home games and testing different setups for road games. They will also have a podcast called the Spirit Spotlight to provide additional content and interviews.

    00:00 Introduction and Birthday Weekend

    02:05 Excitement and Preparation for Broadcasting

    05:52 Broadcasting Setup for Home and Away Games

    07:20 The Value of Hometown Announcers

    09:22 Importance of Women's Soccer on Local Sports Radio

    10:36 Creating a Community for Women's Soccer

    11:06 Meeting the Demand for Women's Soccer Coverage

    13:24 Broadcasting Details and Podcast

    14:22 Listening Options for Fans

    15:20 Wrap-up and Future Shows

    17 min
  • Two Goalkeepers and a Microphone - RFK Refugees Podcast

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    Ted and Jon talk about the paltry bench options for a 2-0 loss for DC United away to NYCFC. They also discussed a big W for the Washington Spirit over the Gotham FC Free Agent Superteam.

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    57 min
  • In McVey's Shadow - RFK Refugees Podcast

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    Ted and Jon talk about: DC United gets a 1-1 draw against the Columbus Crew. DC United played well and frustrated Columbus throughout the game. The team's shift to a 4-3-3 formation has been effective, but there is still room for improvement in converting chances. Connor Antley continues to impress as a signing from the USL. Jackson Hopkins started over Matti Peltola, showing the team's depth and competition for positions. The red card to Cucho Hernandez was deserved and a result of Chris McVey's strong performance. Overall, DC United is in a good position and teams are starting to fear playing against them. In this conversation, Jon and Ted discuss the recent performance of DC United and their upcoming matches against Orlando, New York City, and Seattle. They also touch on the potential departure of Cucho Hernandez from Columbus and the team's expectations for the rest of the season. The conversation then shifts to the construction of DC United's new stadium and the challenges of playing in baseball stadiums. They also discuss the recent incidents of racism and violence in the MLS Next tournament. The conversation concludes with updates on the Washington Spirit, including the release of Riley Tanner and potential roster changes.

    Chapters

    00:00 Introduction and Weekend Recap

    03:03 Discussion about potential USL team in Roanoke

    04:04 Announcement about exclusive content for patrons

    05:08 Music recommendations and return to soccer discussion

    07:50 DC United's performance against Columbus Crew

    14:33 Analysis of DC United's lineup and formation

    23:10 Positive outlook for DC United's performance and reputation

    32:12 Red card incident and overall performance of DC United

    33:27 DC United's Optimism and Expectations

    37:24 Challenges of Playing in Baseball Stadiums

    46:24 Incidents of Racism and Violence in MLS Next Pro Tournament

    52:19 Updates on the Washington Spirit

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    57 min
  • Double Win Weekend - RFK Refugees Podcast

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    Ted and Jon talk about a 1-0 victory over CF Montreal in a well-organized performance. The team made a tactical shift to a 3-5-2 formation, which flummoxed Montreal and allowed DC to dominate possession and chances. The frustration settled in for DC in the second half, but they remained in control and ultimately secured the win. Pedro Santos had a notable impact offensively and defensively, and Connor Antley impressed as a surprise performer. The team's roster construction and dead cap space continue to be challenges, but they are exceeding expectations in their rebuilding year. The conversation covers the Washington Spirit's recent game against the Utah Royals, including analysis of the lineup, player performances, and key moments of the match. The hosts discuss the team's style of play and how it has evolved throughout the season. They also touch on the signing of Lacey Santos and the need for additional defensive reinforcements. The conversation concludes with a preview of the Spirit's upcoming games and a reminder to check out their future content.

    00:00 Introduction and Weekend Recap

    04:30 DC United's Tactical Shift and Dominance

    13:14 Pedro Santos as a Super Sub

    29:32 Impact of Burnbaum and Canals' Return

    29:35 Dominant First Half Performance

    32:49 Trinity Rodman's Adaptability

    33:16 Signing of Lacey Santos

    38:11 Evolution of the Spirit's Style of Play

    41:10 Improved Depth and Competitiveness

    45:57 Upcoming Game on Friday

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    57 min
  • Ep 375: Drawing Conclusions - RFK Refugees Podcast

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    DC United had a draw against St. Louis in a game where they showcased their tactical flexibility and resilience. The team's offseason signings have proven to be successful, with players like Jared Stroud and Christian Dajome making significant contributions. Looking ahead, DC United faces Montreal, and it will be crucial for them to secure a win and continue their positive momentum. The team's bench depth and ability to adapt to different styles of play will be key factors in their success. The conversation covers the playing style and tactics of the team, team needs and potential signings, salary imbalance and roster depth, injuries and their impact on the team, appreciation for Russell Canouse, the impressive performance of the Washington Spirit, formation and positional changes, an exciting win for the Spirit, the signing of Leicy Santos, potential lineup changes, an upcoming match against Utah Royals, They also discuss the NWSL-Liga Mx Feminel Summer Cup.

    00:00Introduction and Weekend Recap

    02:09DC United's Performance Against St. Louis

    05:32DC United's Formation and Tactics

    08:16Impressive Performances by Jared Stroud and Christian Dajome

    25:10Preview of DC United's Match Against Montreal

    35:08Discussion on Potential Lineup Changes

    36:55Analysis of DC United's Bench Depth

    38:03Playing Style and Tactics

    39:13Team Needs and Signings

    40:37Salary Imbalance and Roster Depth

    41:46Injuries and Impact on the Team

    42:40Appreciation for Russell Canouse

    43:47Washington Spirit's Performance

    45:13Impressive Performances by Rookies

    46:12Formation and Positional Changes

    48:39Exciting Win for Washington Spirit

    50:08Injury Concerns and Roster Depth

    52:34Formation Adjustments and Player Roles

    56:14New Signing: Leicy Santos

    57:14Potential Lineup Changes

    58:21Upcoming Match against Utah Royals

    01:00:45NWSL-Liga MX Feminel Summer Cup

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    1 hr 13 min
  • Ep 374: Ashley Hatch and St Louis City SC Preview - RFK Refugees Podcast

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    Summary

    In this episode, Jon interviews Ashley Hatch. They discuss the off-season changes, including new coaches and players, and the team's preparation for the new season. Ashley also talks about her approach to social media and personal branding, emphasizing the importance of being authentic and positive. They review the team's first game and discuss the challenges of integrating young players into the lineup. Ashley shares her mindset for the season and the team's focus on growth and improvement. They also discuss the pressure of proving oneself to new coaches and the importance of supporting each other as teammates.

    Joey Zanaboni, the radio voice of St. Louis City SC, discusses the team's performance, key players, and the vibrant atmosphere in St. Louis. He highlights the contributions of Chris Durkin, Lucas Bartlett, and Jared Stroud. Joey also praises Roman Burki's goalkeeping skills and predicts an exciting and fast-paced match. He shares his appreciation for DC United and invites fans to tune in to the home radio broadcast.

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    45 min
  • Ep 373: District of Disappointment - RFK Refugees Podcast

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    DC United faced a 3-1 loss against Inter Miami in a game marred by controversial calls and poor refereeing. The match started well for DC United, with Jared Stroud scoring a beautiful goal. However, Inter Miami came back strong and took control of the game. The team struggled with finishing chances and suffered from defensive lapses. The game highlighted the ongoing issues with MLS refereeing, with missed calls and questionable decisions. Despite some positive individual performances, DC United was unable to overcome the challenges and secure a win. The conversation covers various topics, including football ratings, lineup predictions, international breaks, and the Washington Spirit's season opener. They discuss the team's playing style, roster changes, and controversial calls in the game. They also touch on other NWSL games and the streaming and TV coverage of the league. The episode concludes with closing remarks and a mention of future content.

    00:00 Introduction and Weekend Recap

    03:10 Discussion on DC United vs. Inter Miami Game

    13:23 Refereeing Issues in MLS

    25:07 Controversial Calls and Goals

    28:30 Defensive Issues and Adjustments

    29:44 Individual Performances and Red Card

    30:42 Discussion on football ratings

    31:03 International break and lineup predictions

    31:34 Possible loan signings and bench options

    32:22 Discussion on team formation and player availability

    33:09 Expectations for upcoming games

    33:32 Discussion on Washington Spirit's season opener

    36:19 Analysis of the Spirit's playing style and roster

    39:09 Fans' expectations and team performance

    40:12 Discussion on player performance and potential roster moves

    48:06 Controversial calls in the Spirit's game

    53:41 Review of other NWSL games

    55:03 Discussion on NWSL streaming and TV coverage

    57:31 Closing remarks and future content

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    59 min

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A weekly Washington Spirit podcast hosted by the RFK Refugees. Join us to hear about all the news on and off the field with your reigning NWSL Champions the Washington Spirit!