The Call Up

Philadelphia Union head coach Jim Curtin joins the show. He discusses the secret sauce to becoming the second most tenured coach in MLS, the most important thing to youth development (hello, Christian Pulisic), and what drastic wardrobe change he made during Covid-19. We want Jim Curtin to be our life coach, and you will too. PS Jim said this was his favorite interview in years!

Hannah Waddingham joins the show ahead of Ted Lasso Season 2. Nominated for 20 Emmys, including an Outstanding Supporting Actress in a Comedy Series nod for Hannah, the show was a bright light in a tough year, and Hannah lets us know what went into making that happen. Hannah dishes on Ted's and Rebecca's strong bond and what it was like bringing one of the most multidimensional female characters on TV to life. Plus, could Ted and Rebecca come over to MLS?! Pour yourself a gin and tonic and join the fun!

FOX Soccer analyst Stu Holden joins The Call Up! In between calling matches for Gold Cup, Stu gives his take on the USMNT, Canada, and his players to watch. He also reflects on his playing career, why Steve Nash convinced him to become an owner of RCD Mallorca, and how he's recruiting soccer fans, one A-lister at a time (ahem, John Legend). With a leading voice in North American soccer, this is a conversation you don't want to miss!

New York Red Bulls standout Caden Clark joins the show. After less than a year in MLS, the 18 year old midfielder is set to join Bundesliga side RB Leipzig next season. Caden discusses his goals for the future, a surprise run-in with Jesse Marsch, and THAT goal against Atlanta United. Caden Clark is a name you're going to hear for a long time, so come get to know this gem!

Ali Krieger opens up about the whirlwind & challenges she and wife Ashlyn Harris faced adopting baby Sloane. Ali dishes THOSE 2019 parties we still CANNOT get over, the World Cup gift from Jay-Z, and if more kids are in the plans. Plus, the "heartbreak" of not making the 2021 USWNT Olympic team, particularly for Ashlyn. And Ali's message for the youth as Pride Month wraps up!

A special day on The Call Up as Sounders Coach Brian Schmetzer comes on and finally answers the question: should Susannah and Jillian really be nervous when interviewing him?!? Brian Schmetzer gives insight into his upbringing, talks about his Seattle through and through roots, and reveals the keys to Seattle's success in 2021. Plus, burner accounts, a Jordan Morris update, and a game of Never Have I Ever with Brian Schmetzer.

Celebrate Freedom on today's Call Up with Jill, Susannah, Jonathan Mensah, and Kafui Mensah. The Columbus Crew captain joins the gals ahead of an emotional final match at Historic Crew Stadium. Fresh off receiving his Champion Ring, Jonathan gives insight into what Juneteenth means to him and an update on The Jonathan Mensah Foundation. Plus, Jonathan's wife Kafui stops by to play The "Not-So Newlywed" Game!

Is Janelly Farias the Mexican National team's Megan Rapinoe? Fresh off her CBS debut covering CONCACAF Nations League, we hear from the Club América Femenil defender. Farias discusses USMNT & El Tri, the state of women's soccer in Mexico, and how to best eliminate offensive slurs from the game. Plus, her own inspiring journey.

Fresh off his new title as the goals and assists homegrown leader for the Colorado Rapids, Cole Bassett is spilling ALL the secrets. Who has a stylist? Who will two-foot you in practice? Who gives the most extravagant gifts? The young star lets us know. Plus, Cole talks USMNT "north star," going on trial with Arsenal, and how Brenden Aaronson's path inspires him (and what his own path looks like). Would Cole Bassett let a teammate cut his hair? Tune in to find out!

Pull up a chair because Dynamo legend Brian Ching gets the Call Up this week! The 3x MLS Cup champ reminisces about his childhood in Hawaii and how he tried to make surfing in Houston a thing?? Also, the gals get the dish on his new bar in H-town, his favorite Dynamo moments, and why his house is overflowing with stuffed turtles...bet you didn't see that one coming!