Monday Mailbag: 6/30/25
You've got questions. We've got answers plus interviews from Coach Dave McKay, Aldair Sanchez, and Chico. ShadowWulf from the Fallen Leaves a Main(e) Podcast joins us.
Jun 30, 2025•1 hr 22 min•Season 3Ep. 145
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Episodes
The New England Soccer Supremacy Pod
Rhode Island FC get left out at low tide after Sacramento Republic comes to town handing the amber and blue their 7th loss of the season. Can RIFC rally against the Portland Hearts of Pine and continue their shot at glory in the Jägermeister Cup? Shawn Fecteau from the Blazing Musket and Dirigo Union Podcast joins us to discuss.
Jun 27, 2025•1 hr 43 min•Season 3Ep. 144
M0nday Mailbag 6/23/25
You've got questions, we've got answers. Defiance 1636 President Ervin Vargas joins the mailbag to talk all things Rhode Island FC.
Jun 24, 2025•1 hr 37 min•Season 3Ep. 143
The Banking Success Pod
Rhode Island FC sees their first ever victory at Centreville Bank Stadium in the most dramatic fashion against North Carolina FC. Can RIFC bank on the success and carry the momentum through this home game stretch and climb even higher against Sacramento Republic this Saturday?
Jun 24, 2025•1 hr 38 min•Season 3Ep. 142
The Banking Success Pod
Rhode Island FC sees their first ever victory at Centreville Bank Stadium in the most dramatic fashion against North Carolina FC. Can RIFC bank on the success and carry the momentum through this home game stretch and climb even higher against Sacramento Republic this Saturday?
Jun 20, 2025•1 hr 38 min•Season 2Ep. 142
E141 - Monday Mailbag 6/16/25
You've got questions. We've got answers.
Jun 16, 2025•1 hr 13 min•Season 3Ep. 141
The Something is Broken Pod
RIFC finally taste defeat at Lynn Family Stadium in their midweek match falling 2-1 in a game that was even worse in the stat columns than it was on the scoreboard. Did Khano make the necessary changes to steer this team towards a brighter tomorrow or are there some major potholes in store for fans this weekend against a red hot North Carolina FC?
Jun 13, 2025•1 hr 39 min•Season 3Ep. 140
The Going MIA vs Miami Pod
RIFC goes MIA against Miami FC dropping points in yet another home game at Centreville Bank Stadium. Why is this team struggling at home and can they turn things around in time for their first meeting of the season against Louisville City FC in a midweek match?
Jun 10, 2025•1 hr 39 min•Season 3Ep. 139
The Miami Madness Pod
RIFC stays on top in the Jägermeister Cup finally finding their first goal and first win against the Pittsburgh Riverhounds in club history. Can they ride this wave to find the first ever win at home against Miami FC?
Jun 06, 2025•1 hr 41 min•Season 3Ep. 138
E137 - Monday Mailbag 6/2/25
You've got questions. We've got answers.
Jun 02, 2025•1 hr 10 min•Season 3Ep. 137
The Pittsburgh Problem Pod
RIFC continues to struggle against this Pittsburgh side resulting in the first ever regular season loss at Centreville Bank Stadium. The saving grace? The Amber and Blue get the immediate rematch this weekend at Highmark Stadium in the Jägermeister Cup. Can Khano’s men finally find the back of the net against Lilleyball?
May 30, 2025•1 hr 30 min•Season 3Ep. 136
E135 - Monday Mailbag: 5/26/25
Matt and Jason are finally back with a Monday Mailbag answering listener questions.
May 26, 2025•1 hr 1 min•Season 3Ep. 135
The Shots Heard Round the League Pod
RIFC emerges victorious from Al-Lang blanking the Rowdies 3-0 with three out of this world goals. Has this team finally found their form and can they maintain this momentum? We’ll find out as they take on the Pittsburgh Riverhounds looking for the first ever win at home.
May 23, 2025•1 hr 41 min•Season 3Ep. 134
The Return of Brett Johnson Pod
RIFC Co-Founder and Owner Brett Johnson rejoins the pod ahead of the match against San Antonio FC to reflect on the completion of Centreville Bank Stadium and what comes next for not just Rhode Island FC, but the entire Rhode Island community.
May 20, 2025•47 min•Season 3Ep. 133
The Getting Rowdy with Ryan Pod
Sports broadcaster Ryan Davis, the on air talent for the Tampa Bay Rowdies, returns to the podcast to recap the result in Birmingham and preview the match against Rhode Island FC at Al-Lang Stadium
May 16, 2025•1 hr 3 min•Season 3Ep. 132
An Interview with Maxi Rodriguez
Rhode Island FC Midfielder Maxi Rodriguez opens up about his playing career and how it almost ended before it began and what it means to now play for RIFC.
May 14, 2025•51 min•Season 3Ep. 131
The Win Around the Corner Pod
RIFC fails to find the win for the second time in front of a home crowd this season, drawing to Monterey Bay 1-1 over the weekend. Kaylor Hodges joins us to talk about what this club needs to turn these results around and previews the midweek match against the Birmingham Legion.
May 12, 2025•1 hr 51 min•Season 3Ep. 130
The Undeserved Loss Pod
RIFC exits the Open Cup falling 2-1 to the New England Revolution. What went wrong? What went well? We’re going to talk about it. Then a little later Chris Moulton from the Union Report joins us to preview the match against Monterey Bay FC.
May 09, 2025•1 hr 47 min•Season 3Ep. 129
The Parkhurst Returns Pod
Co-Founder, Owner, and Executive at Rhode Island FC joins the pod to reminisce about the Open Cup, the impact of the game between RIFC and the New England Revolution, and managing through the impacts to the player roster so far in 2025.
May 07, 2025•44 min•Season 3Ep. 128
The Never Forgetting Your First Pod
RIFC opens its doors in front of a sold out crowd at Centreville Bank Stadium in a thrilling nil-nil draw that proved once and for all that Rhode Island is a soccer state. A little later in the pod, Seth Macomber joins us to preview the USOC Round of 32 match against the New England Revolution.
May 06, 2025•1 hr 34 min•Season 3Ep. 127
The Know Before You Know Before You Go Pod
RIFC Stadium General Manager Paul Byrne sits down with us to give expanded details for the know before you go and provide best practices and advice ahead of the grand opening of Centreville Bank Stadium on Saturday.
May 03, 2025•41 min•Season 3Ep. 126
The All Eyes on Rhode Island Pod
RIFC dominates the first round of the Jägermeister Cup defeating Westchester SC. We’ll talk about the significance of the result and how it prepares Coach Khano’s squad for the historic inaugural match at Centreville Bank Stadium this weekend against San Antonio FC
May 02, 2025•1 hr 40 min•Season 3Ep. 125
4/25/25 Pitchside with Khano Smith
Head Coach and General Manager Khano Smith reflects on the result in Detroit and what's ahead for Westchester this weekend and the first games at Centreville Bank Stadium
Apr 26, 2025•11 min
Pitchside with Jackson Lee
Rhode Island FC Goalkeeper Jackson Lee chats about his recent Open Cup performance, recovery from his injury, and a look ahead to the rest of 2025.
Apr 26, 2025•8 min
Pitchside with Rio Hope-Gund
Rio Hope-Gund drops in talk about his 25-day contract with RIFC,
Apr 26, 2025•6 min
The Breakdown in Motor City Pod
RIFC struggles to find traction after disaster strikes in Detroit. We’re going to talk about the highs and lows and then get you ready as the boys in amber and blue get ready for their entry into the Jägermeister Cup this weekend against Westchester SC.
Apr 25, 2025•1 hr 37 min•Season 3Ep. 124
Monday Mailbag: 4/21/25
You've got questions, we've got answers.
Apr 22, 2025•1 hr 26 min•Season 3Ep. 123
The Battle For New England Pod
RIFC proves they can do it on a cold rainy Tuesday night in Lewiston advancing to the Round of 32 to next take on the New England Revolution. But first, they have to figure out Detroit City FC this weekend on short rest.
Apr 18, 2025•1 hr 48 min•Season 3Ep. 122
The Open Rhode Pod
Midweek games return to the schedule and things are getting ready to cook off in Maine this Tuesday as RIFC enters into Round 3 of the US Open Cup in the first must win game of the season. Who will win the battle for New England Soccer Supremacy? Shawn Fecteau from the Blazing Musket joins to talk all things Portland Hearts of Pine.
Apr 14, 2025•1 hr 26 min•Season 3Ep. 121
The Gladiator Games Pod
Rhode Island FC gets their first win of the season on the road against the Oakland Roots. Is this a sign of things to come or was this a flash in the pan moment for RIFC?
Apr 11, 2025•1 hr 29 min•Season 3Ep. 120
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