"We're not in Richmond anymore.”

BONUS EPISODE | Production Begins on TED LASSO Season 4

Season 4 Begins in KC. Podcasts Unite. Hopes & Hot Takes Fly.; In this special episode of The Richmond Way, we team up with Craig McFarland from Peanut Butter and Biscuits as he leads a lively roundtable discussion about TED LASSO Season 4 officially kicking off production in Kansas City, MO!

Joining the conversation are the Lasso League of podcast favorites and fellow AFC Richmond lovers: Dr. Mark Shapiro from Med Lasso (Explore the Space Podcast), Marita & Michaela from Coach Beard’s Book Club, Tori Weber from They're Soulmates, and our very own Marc Vibbert from The Richmond Way.

We talk about what we're most excited to see in the upcoming season, the potential for new characters, the arcs we hope to witness from returning favorites, and where we’re keeping our expectations cautiously optimistic.

From fan theories and filming news to hopes for redemption, romance, and Richmond—this episode is packed with heartfelt speculation and nerdy joy..

Match Highlights: Women's Sports, Henry's relationship with his parents and expanded role, Kansas City representation, plus much more...

(Recorded: July 24th, 2025)

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⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Ted Lasso soundalike VO by Joe Gaudet

"The truth will set you free, but first it will piss you off.”

Ted’s Therapy Struggles, Roy’s Overbearing Love, & Nate’s Anger Issues; Bonnie and ⁠Marc are joined by guest Kayla aka SilverKayyy (from Geek the F Out Channel) to break down an episode packed with therapy breakthroughs, personal space dilemmas, and rising tensions.

Ted wrestles with therapy as Dr. Sharon pushes him to open up, while Keeley starts feeling smothered by Roy’s constant presence. Meanwhile, Nate basks in the glow of recognition—until his confidence is shaken, leading to friction with his teammates. As emotions run high, Beard takes notice of Nate’s behavior, and a lesson in boundaries results in an unexpected act of kindness. Oh, and let’s not forget—Roy Kent discovers The Da Vinci Code… and has some thoughts.

Match Highlights: Taco Hell, everyone needs therapy, watching the three dots, PEG ASSO, learning emotional regulation skills, mansplaining misogyny, RATATOUILLE is a masterpiece, Galentine's Day vs. Winterween, Ted is a pickle lover, the Roy is Sorry For Not Understanding Keeley Playlist, plus much more...

(Recorded: January 28th, 2025)

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⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Ted Lasso soundalike VO by Joe Gaudet⁠

"Boy, I love meeting people's moms. It's like reading an instruction manual as to why they're nuts.”

Roy’s Secret Signal, Nate’s Big Moment & Ted’s Panic Attack; Bonnie, Mike, and ⁠Marc are joined by returning guest—the wonder kid… er, wunderkind himself—Jaurius Hero, as they break down another eventful episode.

With AFC Richmond on a winning streak, Jamie clashes with Roy’s tough-love coaching, while Nate’s bold tactics steal the spotlight. During a high-stakes FA Cup match, Ted faces a personal crisis, leaving the team to rally without him. Meanwhile, Rebecca’s world is thrown off balance by her mother’s unexpected visit—and a bantr match that takes an unexpected turn.

Match Highlights: Peer pressure with extra steps, you can't see the picture from inside the frame, Coach Beard's self-destructive behavior, how your personality reflects how you were raised, "tease me more please", the Roy/Jamie frenemyship evolution, plus much, much more...

(Recorded: November 17th, 2024)

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⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Ted Lasso soundalike VO by Joe Gaudet⁠

"As we all continue to live in a world where so many factors have conditioned us to 'look before we leap'. In season four, the folks at AFC Richmond learn to LEAP BEFORE THEY LOOK, discovering that wherever they land, it's exactly where they're meant to be.”

BONUS EPISODE | Season 4 Announcement

BELIEVE it—Ted Lasso is returning for Season 4!; Marc & special guest Chris Plastic (Shiny Plastic People) along with returning guest Jack Sullivan (Faces in Heels) team up for a mini-live episode of The Richmond Way!

Join us as we break down the big news, react to Jason Sudeikis’ return, and speculate on what’s next for AFC Richmond. Will the whole cast be back? What new challenges await the Greyhounds? And most importantly… who will be on the AFC Richmond women's team?!

Grab your kits, pour out your garbage water, and join the conversation in the chat! Let’s talk about TED LASSO Season 4 and why we still believe!

Match Highlights: Everyone watches women's sports, WELCOME TO WREXHAM, our dream season 4 storylines, plus much, much more...

(Recorded: March 14th, 2025)

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⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Ted Lasso soundalike VO by Joe Gaudet

“Fairy tales do not start, nor do they end in the dark forest. That son of a gun always shows up smack-dab in the middle of a story. But it will all work out. Now, it may not work out how you think it will or how you hope it does, but believe me, it will all work out. Exactly as it’s supposed to.”

Roy’s Comeback, Nate’s Confidence Test, & Isaac Rediscovers the Joy; Bonnie and ⁠Marc are back to embrace the power of Rom-Communism with special guest Hannah Greer!

In true rom-com fashion, Nate embarks on a quest to prove himself, struggling to secure the perfect anniversary dinner table for his parents—only to realize confidence is the key ingredient. Meanwhile, Ted nudges Roy into the role of a reluctant mentor, pushing him to help Isaac rediscover his love for the game after AFC Richmond’s struggles. As Rebecca and Keeley offer Nate their own brand of heartfelt advice, Roy faces a pivotal decision about his future with the team. Will love—for the game, for the team, and for oneself—win in the end?

Match Highlights: How GILMORE GIRLS and HOUSE OF THE DRAGON compare to TED LASSO, Nate not healthily processing things, the first appearance of Jade, the world of TED LASSO within a RomCom reality, finding the Goldilocks equilibrium, the literary works of Jane Shakespeare/William Austen, plus much, much more…

(Recorded: November 2nd/3rd, 2024)

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⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Ted Lasso soundalike VO by Joe Gaudet⁠

"Hey, everyone. Have a perfect Christmas, I mean an imperfect Christmas. 'Cause it's imperfections that make it, well you get it. You saw what we're going for, right?"

Join hosts Mike and⁠ Marc and guest host Alice Lin for an engaging conversation with Jed Hathaway, Animation Director ofTed Lasso: The Missing Christmas Mustache! 🎄⚽

In this exclusive podcast episode, Jed takes us on a journey through his career as a film, Television, and Commercial Director/Producer specializing in 2D, 3D, and stop-motion animation. From early inspirations to the creative process behind this heartwarming holiday short, the discussion dives deep into what it takes to bring animated projects to life.

Interview Highlights: Jason Sudeikis is a big animation fan, Rankin/Bass inspiration, miniature set fabrication, Handsome Squidward IS Jamie Tartt, wishes for a full-length musical holiday special, using "The Mandalorian" StageCraft tech for stop-motion animation, plus much, much more...

(Recorded: November 18th, 2024)

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⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Ted Lasso soundalike VO by Joe Gaudet

"Sorry I was being such a straight, white, cisgender male version of the Grinch earlier. Which I guess is just Ebenezer Scrooge.”

Holiday Chaos, A Stop-Motion Christmas Adventure!; Bonnie, Mike⁠, and ⁠Marc close out the year with an animated holiday special.

In this festive stop-motion special, Ted Lasso's iconic mustache goes missing just before his Christmas video call with his son, Henry. Worried that Henry won't recognize him without it, the AFC Richmond staff launches a frantic search to find it in time. Amid the chaos, Ted learns that the true spirit of Christmas lies not in appearances but in the love and connections he shares with those around him.

Match Highlights: how was the audio for this special recorded & mixed, the spectrum of hate to love on holiday films, Tiny Tim definitely died, plus much, much more...

"Happy Holidays and Happy New Year from all of us at The Richmond Way!"

(Recorded: October 7th, 2024)

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⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Ted Lasso soundalike VO by Joe Gaudet⁠

"Hold me closer, Tiny Dancer, Prancer and Vixen!”

Festive Surprises, Phoebe’s Dilemma, and TedBecca's Uplifting Christmas; Bonnie, Mike⁠, and ⁠Marc are here to spread holiday cheer as guest Tori Weber (from They're Soulmates: A 'Ted Lasso' Podcast) joins in on the festivities.

It’s Christmas at AFC Richmond, and the team members celebrate in their own unique ways. Roy and Keeley tackle an unexpected issue with Phoebe, while Ted struggles with holiday blues but finds comfort in an uplifting gesture from Rebecca. Meanwhile, Higgins opens his home for a festive gathering, bringing everyone together for a heartwarming holiday celebration.

Match Highlights: Origins of TedBecca, Mike and his wife never dated, attending pagan rituals at Stonehenge, the 28th is the sexiest of all days, Michelle Lasso villain?, beating up kids if they're mean to ones you care about, Potlucks or a Jacob's Join, attending NYE in NYC would be a nightmare, found family, plus much, much more...

"To the family we're born with, and to the family we make along the way. And, most importantly, to Richmond!"

(Recorded: September 24th, 2024)

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⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Ted Lasso soundalike VO by Joe Gaudet⁠

“November 9th, 2024 | Uptown Theater | Kansas City, MO”

BONUS EPISODE | Thundergong! 2024 Recap

Join host ⁠Marc Vibbert⁠ and an incredible lineup of guests as they share their unique perspectives and experiences from Thundergong! 2024:

This year’s Thundergong! 2024 for the Steps of Faith Foundation was nothing short of spectacular! Hosted by Jason Sudeikis, this unforgettable evening brought together an incredible lineup of talent, including Will Forte, Brendan Hunt, Flavor Flav, “Weird Al” Yankovic, Cristo Fernández, and other special guests like Jason Barnes, Tara & Hunter Davis-Woodhall, Lacey Henderson, and Summer Breeze (with our favorite drummer Billy Brimblecom Jr.) Together, they performed, inspired, and helped raise an astounding $900,000 for the Steps of Faith Foundation, which provides prosthetic care to those in need.

(Recorded: November 25th, 2024)

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⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Ted Lasso soundalike VO by Joe Gaudet

“Taking on a challenge is a lot like riding a horse, isn’t it? If you’re comfortable while you’re doing it, you’re probably doing it wrong.”

BONUS EPISODE | Production Designer Paul Cripps Interview

Get an insider’s look at the creative process behind the beloved Apple TV+ series, TED LASSO, as Bonnie⁠ and ⁠Marc sit down with Emmy-nominated production designer PAUL CRIPPS! With over 25 years of experience in film and television, Paul has designed captivating sets and visual atmospheres for countless productions, including the heartwarming, comedic world of TED LASSO.

Interview Highlights: origins of the AFC Richmond team crest, Mel Brooks’ influence on Paul, Richmond Deer, the labyrinth beneath Nelson Road’s pitch, The Prince’s Head versus The Crown & Anchor, vegan prop food, FRIDAY NIGHT DINNER, plus much, much more…

(Recorded: August 8th, 2024)

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