The Curse Cast

The Curse Cast

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The Curse Cast episodes

  • Curse Cast Heatwave: Dialing Up the Soccer Fever in New Mexico
    In this week's episode of the Curse Cast, hosts Billy Anthony and Wes discuss recent matches, scheduling craziness, and results from five key games - Orange County, Oakland, Phoenix (Jagermeister Cup), Colorado Springs, and Lexington. Key highlights include New Mexico United's rebound wins and the introduction of the Cryptid Cup with Colorado Springs. The episode also features several engaging interviews from fans and community members, including insights from Warren Shaw (third grade teacher), Brian McGarry (Trailhead Supporters Group), Nick Goodman (Curse member), Alicia Petterson (Dark Cloud Secretary from Minnesota), Christian Conway (United and LA Galaxy fan), and Josh Martin (United fan). Additionally, important community events such as the Juneteenth celebration, Pride Month activities, and upcoming matches are detailed, along with some heartfelt acknowledgments to New Mexico educators and partnerships with local businesses.
    00:00 Welcome to the Curse Cast
    01:12 Match Recap: Orange County
    03:39 Match Recap: Oakland
    05:01 Match Recap: Jagermeister Cup vs. Phoenix
    07:44 Match Recap: Colorado Springs
    14:03 Match Recap: Lexington
    20:05 Standings and Upcoming Matches
    23:36 Curse Community Updates
    41:52 European League Excitement and Relegation Drama
    42:45 Derby Predictions and Team Performance
    43:58 Key Players to Watch in Colorado
    45:40 Fan Introductions and Pride Event Highlights
    47:18 USL League Structure and Promotion/Relegation
    48:46 Match Themes and Upcoming Games
    56:36 MLS vs USL: Supporter Culture and Open Cup
    01:02:42 Season Performance and Rivalries
    01:05:55 Pride Parade Reflections and Inclusivity in Soccer
    01:08:56 Pro/Rel in USL and Community Engagement
    01:12:36 Pre-Game Hype and New Trophy Introduction
    01:16:10 Conclusion and Community Support
    1 hr 18 min
  • United We Stand: Dealing with Defeat

    In this week's Curse Cast episode, hosts Billy Anthony, Wes Torres, and Matthew Dosanjh discuss New Mexico United's recent performances in the 2025 season. They reflect on the team's recent losses against El Paso and Phoenix Rising, highlighting defensive struggles and lack of midfield presence. The hosts delve into individual player performances, team dynamics, and the need for leadership and accountability. They also discuss upcoming matchups against Orange County, Oakland, and Phoenix, emphasizing the importance of fan support. Additionally, there are insights from interviews with fans, former Curse leadership, and team owner Peter Trevisani, touching on team strategies, community impact, and future expectations.

    1 hr 5 min
  • Tales from the Tailgate: Celebrations and Insights
    In this episode of the Curse Cast, host Billy Anthony is joined by Wes and Matthew to discuss their experiences and New Mexico United's recent four matches, including a noteworthy road trip and several home games. They delve into team performance, particularly the impressive defense with four consecutive clean sheets, analyze player contributions, and reflect on a tough Open Cup defeat. Matthew introduces 'Tailgate Tapes,' a new initiative capturing fan interviews and their diverse perspectives. Updates are also provided on upcoming match schedules, tailgate events, and watch parties. The cast highlights partnerships with local businesses offering discounts to Curse members and emphasizes the importance of continued support and community engagement, with a focus on the upcoming Pride Month activities.
    00:00 Introduction and Host Greetings
    00:29 Recap of Recent Matches and Personal Updates
    01:45 Tailgate Tapes: New Initiative
    25:12 Tailgate Tapes and Community Spirit
    26:17 Match Recaps: Colorado Springs to North Carolina FC
    27:45 Open Cup Drama: El Paso Showdown
    29:14 Monterey Bay and Union Omaha Highlights
    31:49 Defensive Strength and Offensive Strategies
    35:29 Upcoming Matches and Rivalries
    36:50 Curse Community Events and Tailgates
    42:58 Partner Highlights and Special Offers
    48:06 Pride Month Preparations and Community Support
    49:32 Final Thoughts and Wrap-Up
    52 min
  • "Recapping the Road: New Mexico United's Early Season Triumphs"
    In this week's Curse Cast, hosted by Billy Anthony, alongside guests Matthew Dessange and Wesley Torres, we delve into the latest New Mexico United matches, discussing their victories and struggles. Billy recounts the highs and lows of recent games against Sacramento, Las Vegas Lights, El Paso Locomotive, and Miami. The team highlights key moments, from controversial red cards to last-minute goals. Beyond match recaps, the episode covers upcoming events, including watch parties, tailgates, and special theme nights such as 'Pups on the Pitch.' Wes updates listeners on new local business partnerships offering discounts to Curse members, enhancing the community experience. An update on the USL league tiebreakers is provided, and the dedication of the support group to inclusivity and community solidarity is emphasized. Lastly, the team recognizes the hard work of volunteers and teases out exciting events and promotions for the coming weeks.
    00:00 Introduction and Host Introduction
    00:52 Weather and Game Day Updates
    01:17 Match Recaps: Sacramento and Las Vegas
    04:59 Match Recaps: El Paso and Miami
    06:51 Current Standings and Tiebreakers
    07:34 Curse Activities and Watch Parties
    14:46 El Paso Tailgate and Tifo Creation
    18:00 Celebrating Success and Acknowledging Contributors
    19:24 New Partnerships and Member Benefits
    20:08 Highlighting New Partner Locations
    24:48 Upcoming Events and Activities
    33:53 Community Support and Final Thoughts
    36 min
  • The Curse Cast: Kickoff to 2025 with New Leadership and High Hopes

    In the inaugural episode of 2025, the Curse Cast hosts Carlos, Billy, Matthew, and newcomer Wesley discuss the exciting upcoming season for New Mexico United. They introduce the new leadership team for the supporters group 'The Curse,' with Billy Anthony taking over as president and Wesley Torres as vice president. The team highlights events and initiatives such as enhanced supporter experiences, community growth, and ambitious goals including reaching 500 members. They also preview the new and returning players, highlight preseason matches, and share bold predictions for the season including expectations for the USL Championship, the US Open Cup, and the newly introduced Jaegermeister Cup. Additionally, they provide details on upcoming events and watch parties.

     

    00:00 Welcome to the Curse Cast 2025

    01:17 Introducing the New Leadership

    04:21 Goals and Aspirations for 2025

    05:36 Growing the Curse Community

    10:00 Exciting New Partnerships

    24:31 New Mexico United Updates

    33:27 Player Updates and Well Wishes

    38:12 New Signings for New Mexico United

    43:12 Preseason Matches Recap

    49:29 Season Predictions and Expectations

    54:01 Upcoming Matches and Events

    01:01:21 Closing Remarks and Community Spirit

    1 hr 5 min
  • Episode 10 - Lights Out

    In this episode of the Curse Cast, hosts Matt, Billy, and Carlos celebrate a milestone of 505 downloads and discuss the New Mexico United's recent playoff victory against Phoenix Rising FC. They recount the thrilling 2-1 match held on a cold evening, highlighted by two dramatic goals. The trio also provides details about the vibrant tailgate party, featuring performances by local band Mango Cakes and other festivities. They preview upcoming playoff matchups in the USL Championship and emphasize the importance of community and support in the face of recent social challenges. Finally, they offer practical information about tailgate logistics, including moving the location due to parking and weather, and announce the entertainment options planned, such as a balloon glow and food vendors.

    46 min
  • Episode 9 - The One With The Playoffs

    In this episode of the CurseCast, hosts Billy, Carlos, and Matt reflect on New Mexico United's impressive season, celebrating their title as Western Conference champions in the USL Championship. They share personal highlights, discuss the team's influence on local sports culture, and review the overall standings in both conferences. Additionally, the episode offers detailed playoff predictions and analyses, focusing on team performances and potential upsets. There is also support for injured players, mentions of community events, sponsorship details, and calls to action for voter participation and attendance at key matches, showcasing a strong sense of unity and community spirit.

    44 min
  • Episode 8 - The Derby Derailment

    The Curse Cast returns with hosts Carlos, Billy, and Matt discussing various experiences and updates involving New Mexico United (NMU). They touch on recent travels and personal updates before diving into the soccer team's performances over the past month. Key highlights include NMU's away day at LAFC where they lost 3-1 but gave a commendable fight, a busy game schedule with personal anecdotes from attending matches, and a significant victory against El Paso Locomotive. The conversation further extended to NMU's league performance, ranking at the top of the Western Conference, and eagerly anticipating future matches including facing Louisville City. Additionally, they deliberate on the ongoing efforts and public meetings concerning the proposed NMU stadium at Balloon Fiesta Park, stressing the benefits and addressing public concerns. Moreover, they highlighted the UNM Lobo Women’s Soccer team's upcoming friendly against the U.S. Women’s Deaf National Team and encouraged public attendance. The podcast underscores the excitement and expectations surrounding the events and matches ahead for New Mexico United and engages with the community's role in supporting these endeavors

    1 hr 1 min
  • Episode 7 - We Have Beer and Cookies!

    In this episode of The Curse Cast, recorded on June 20th, 2024, hosts Billy, Matthew, and Carlos dive into New Mexico United's recent victories and challenges, including a significant win over NYC FC II and a recap of their match against FC Juarez. The talk upcoming Pride on the Pitch event with the Colorado Springs Switchbacks, while highlighting community initiatives like Pride Raiser and wildfire relief efforts in Ruidoso. They discuss the Western Conference standings and preview the open cup match against LAFC. Our highlighted sponsor this episode is Tully’s Italian Deli and Meats.

     

     

    1 hr 11 min

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