To borrow from the head coach of one of the hottest teams in Germany - ours! - it's a "joyful" episode as Matt and Travis look back at two great results against two great clubs! Part One shout outs go out to former VfBers Sean Dundee, Gil Dias, and poor, poor Luca Pfeiffer. Part Two breaks down the two big matches that took place over the week, the Pokal win over Dortmund and the exciting draw versus Bayer. The guys look at the matches through the lens of a few major talking points, from dominat...
Dec 12, 2023•1 hr 5 min•Season 4Ep. 103
Ted and Travis break down yet another VfB win, use alliteration along the way, and have a pretty cool non-VfB related news bite to share as the pod winds down. But before episode 102 ends - thankfully! - the guys give some Part One shout outs to Juan Perea for helping take down bitter rival KSC as well as the three regional supporter groups who held watch parties for this big win. Part Two breaks down win number 10 - ten! - with a focus on VfB's domination, the striker duo, Stuttgart's depth, an...
Dec 04, 2023•1 hr 3 min•Season 4Ep. 102
In yet another victory episode, Ted joins Travis to celebrate the only winning thing in their entire lives! NO HYPERBOLE THERE! After a brief intro in which the guys chat up their favorite #9's, Part One includes shout outs to cleverly named OFC members, the Frauen's winning ways, and the OFC Man of the Match. Part Two is a look back at a win on the road versus a team VfB usually struggles against, SGE. Along the way, the guys ponder the lack of home support, the jungundwild's fast start, the pl...
Nov 27, 2023•1 hr 2 min•Season 4Ep. 101
Episode 100 is here and we try to bring in as many folks as possible to take a look back at what a wild ride it has been. Are we talking about the podcast? Or VfB? YES! Matt and Aus get us started as both look back at, well, what got us started way back in 2020/2021, with Austin recollecting how the podcast took shape during the Covid years and Matt reminiscing how it worked out that we all ended up finding one another. Josh, Ted, and David then break down what it was like to get the OFC started...
Nov 20, 2023•1 hr 10 min•Season 4Ep. 100
We're back to our winning ways after a two match losing streak which means it's yet another victory pod ... which is something we're definitely getting used to! Part One Shout Outs go to the ESPN crew for giving VfB the coverage love they oh-so-deserve, the VfB Frauen for yet another dominating performance, and the VfB Central Texas folks for having another watch party, making that two in a row for American supporters in the States. Part Two is a chaotic look at the close - yet convincing - vict...
Nov 13, 2023•1 hr 4 min
In an feeling that's relatively unknown these days, the guys try to figure out how to handle a ... losing streak?! Joining the guys in trying to break the losing feeling is David, on for his third episode, who promises to help bring three points in the coming matches! SO LET'S HOLD HIM TO IT! Part One starts with shout outs to former VfB'ers Dino and his first (own) goal in the PL, the two watch parties in the USA, and Dan-Axel rocking the man of the match forms of late! Before they get to the n...
Nov 07, 2023•1 hr 3 min•Season 4Ep. 98
Episode 97 turns out NOT to be episode 100, as we had thought, so that, combined with the disappointing loss to non-derby team TSG Hoffenheim mean there's not much to celebrate. But we attempt said celebration anyway! Even if we are mildly irritated because of the result on Saturday. Part One's shout outs include calling out Derek Rae (sorta), continuing to be impressed by the VfB Frauen, and congratulating old friend Gil Dias for sticking around his Polish team! Part One also has an extended sh...
Oct 30, 2023•1 hr 13 min•Season 4Ep. 97
It's another victory pod as Matt and Travis try to balance the happiness of a big win over a bogey team versus the sadness of losing the best striker in all of Europe. ALL OF IT! Part One are shout outs to Derek Rae's pronunciation, the VfB Frauen's dominance, the OFC Man of the Match, and the simple fact we aren't Schalke. Yikes. Part Two looks at the big win over Union Berlin as the guys break down Serhou's play and absence, VfB's reaction to Union's physicality, the role of luck versus qualit...
Oct 23, 2023•1 hr 4 min•Season 4Ep. 99
In this episode we agree with Serhou that we love Stuttgart ... almost as much as you love this podcast! RIGHT?! Oh well. Anyway, Part One includes some Shout Outs to the undefeated VfB Frauen, the mystery that is Gil Dias, and the Man - or men? - of the Match, Serhou and Chris. Part Two is a breakdown of the most recent match - a win! - and the guys add some new intro songs to mimic the continuing good times that is VfB! Along the way the fellas ponder what the heck is happening with the guys i...
Oct 09, 2023•1 hr 5 min•Season 4Ep. 98
We start episode 94 with an ode to auld lang syne ... but set to the tune of VfB! Ted joins the program to break down yet another big win, this time over the scrappy - but struggling - 1. FC Koln. Before getting there, though, the fellas throw out some shout outs to the first ever Cleveland VfB watch party ... even if some of the folks in attendance weren't quite sure what was what. Part Two is a look at another win, and a win on the road, at that! They guys break the match down in three parts -...
Oct 03, 2023•1 hr 4 min•Season 4Ep. 97
The fellas start off yet another victory pod with a look back at what they were doing the last time VfB was off to this great of a start, the glory days of the mid-1990s! Part One are some shout outs to former VfBers, the VfB frauen, Travis' long-lost VfB kit order, and the newly minted "Non-Sehrou Man of the Match" award recipient! Part Two is a look back at yet another three point day, the home win over a scrappy Darmstadt club. Thanks to ESPN+ announcer Richard Hartman, the guys spend some ti...
Sep 26, 2023•1 hr 11 min•Season 4Ep. 96
It's yet ANOTHER victory pod and, to paraphrase the hottest goal scorer in the entire Bundesliga, "long may it continue!" Amen Sehrou, amen! Part One includes shout outs to Matt's favorite carnival rides, Endo returning to say goodbye to his former teammates, and Austin for returning to the podcast! Part Two is a breakdown of the big away win at Mainz where luck, health, and efficiency all came together to keep VfB at the top of the table for yet another week. Part Three's News, Headlines, and Q...
Sep 18, 2023•1 hr 2 min•Season 4Ep. 95
The guys start off with some fun math before diving into shout outs, a breakdown of another fantastic home result, taking on the news and headlines of the day, and finally a rather optimistic view of the first match after the international break, an away "affair" at Mainz.Ahem. Part One Shout Outs go to the majesty of Fritzle versus KSC's warthog thing, Matt's wagering skills, former VfBers plying their trade in the 2.Bundesliga, Village Footy and VfB Omaha for winning the weekly OFC games, and ...
Sep 05, 2023•1 hr 5 min•Season 4Ep. 94
Episode 90 is a bit of a reality check for Matt and Travis as the fellas attempt to find some positive in a 5:1 loss on the road. Part One are some shout outs to made up opponents, old friend Sasa, and current hero Sehrou. Part Two attempts to break down the loss by looking at the match in three parts - the good (Sehrou!), the bad (the subs), and the oy vey ugly (the defense) - and spending some time on the most veteran player on the team, Borna, and pondering his future with the club. Part Thre...
Aug 28, 2023•55 min•Season 4Ep. 93
It's a victory pod as Matt and Travis celebrate VfB's status as not the greatest team in Germany but the greatest team in the entire world after the enormous 5:0 win over Bochum! Part One consists of shout outs thrown toward Bundesliga Phil, OFC member Sam, and the newest OFC out there, the Ami Brigade! Part Two breaks down the match - eventually - but first the fellas respond to the departures of two club stalwarts, LegENDO and Dinos, and attempt to give both an emotional and an analytical over...
Aug 23, 2023•1 hr•Season 4Ep. 92
We are baaaaaaaaack! Travis and Matt open up the 2023/2024 season by completely forgetting the 2023/2024 season is even beginning! In Part One, the fellas explain exactly who they are and what they do (i.e., nobody and nothing!) before quickly moving on to Part Two where they break down what's happening both off and on the pitch. In looking at stuff off the pitch, they ponder the new scouting strategy, celebrate making the "Champions League of Investors" as rivals Mercedes and Porsche join white...
Aug 16, 2023•1 hr 2 min•Season 4Ep. 90
In our final episode of the 2022/2023 season, the crew gets together to hand out some OFC awards to the jungundwild for what was both an exciting and (mostly) exhausting season! In Part One through Three, Rob, Hannes, and Ted pop back on the program to give their thoughts on some of the awards. Rob covers Offensive Player of the Year, Player of the Year, and, possibly most importantly, the Player I'd Like to Have a Beer With! Hannes then shares his views on the Better Luck Next Year player, the ...
Jun 21, 2023•1 hr 35 min•Season 3Ep. 90
In this episode Matt and Travis focus only on the positive and ignore any and all negativity and take Waldi's words to heart and celebrate the moment! In Part One, the fellas shout out D Rae, the word "bro," Enzo's fourth Man of the Match award, and finally give a solemn goodbye to HSV. In Part Two, the guys break down the final match of the year and focus on nothing but positivity ... which even includes praising Tim Walter! Along the way, the goal of survival, Chris' resurgence, Sehrou's goals...
Jun 07, 2023•58 min•Season 3Ep. 89
In this episode Matt and Travis throw together an entire episode to try and beat the Monday deadline ... but are so happy with a win they're willing to ruin everyone's ears in the process! Part One is Shout Outs, which include some praise to Derek Rae and the always impressive - and loud! - home support! Part Two is a look back at the all-important home match to open the relegation playoffs versus old friend Tim Walter. We chat Tim's head games, lineup surprises, Chris proving he needs to start,...
Jun 04, 2023•58 min•Season 3Ep. 88
In this episode we are either exhausted at opportunities lost or exhausted for opportunities gained. So yeah, we're all over the place ... other than being exhausted! In Part One, shout outs head in the direction of OFC winners Stephan and Jens, the VfB frauen, and our inability to emotionally handle watching most VfB matches. Part Two is a brief breakdown of the disappointing draw at home versus TSG in which the guys try to find some positive in what was a rather lousy result as they attempt to...
May 29, 2023•42 min•Season 3Ep. 87
Giddy with excitement, Matt, Ted, and Travis try to contain themselves while they talk about the huge match on the road but the annual tradition that is a big final match day at home! Part One starts with shout outs, including a special shout out to the Ironman that is Waldy Anton as well as a sincere goodbye to the now departed Hertha Berlin. Part Two is a happy look back at the away match at Mainz in which the guys contrast the snoozefest that was the first half to the excitement that was the ...
May 22, 2023•1 hr 10 min•Season 3Ep. 86
In this episode Travis and Matt break down the week that was and the weeks that may be.Which may be difficult to breakdown, all things considered. In Part One and Shout Outs, Travis compares himself to Crash Davis from Bull Durham while Matt explains why a sad face emoji is currently his favorite emoji. Part Two is a look back at the disappointing draw at home versus B04 where the guys discuss expectations, the oddly quiet home crowd, the two penalties, and the introduction of Matt's maiden Mart...
May 16, 2023•55 min•Season 3Ep. 85
In our 81st episode, Jeff rejoins the podcast to assure all VfB supporters that even after this most disappointing of weeks, "everything is going to be okay." And then refuses to make eye contact while explaining exactly HOW it's going to be okay. Be that as it may, Jeff, Matt, and Travis try to cover two big losses in a single week, the Pokal semi's versus SGE as well as the matchday #31 relegation battle at Hertha. Key discussion points in Part Two include the fun that is VAR, the impact of Di...
May 08, 2023•54 min•Season 3Ep. 84
In this episode Travis, Matt, and Hannes try to celebrate - and figure out - what the heck is going on with their beloved VfB! Travis and Matt start off Part One with shout outs to the fantastic* coverage of ESPN, OFC Liaison Ted enjoying what had to just be the perfect trip, and then take way more credit than is possible for the OFC impacting the positive results of the club! Part Two is a break down of another big result, a deserved win at home versus the Foals of 'Gladbach. Along the way, the...
May 02, 2023•1 hr 30 min•Season 3Ep. 83
So ... was the result at Augsburg a moment of half full or half empty? Or is the glass, as Matt says, configured incorrectly?! Part One of episode 79 starts off with some shout outs to Wrexham of all teams as well as the VfB Frauen for getting their first win and currently standing 2nd on the Oberliga table! Part Two is a breakdown of the match on the road at "tactical" FC Augsburg, a result that seemed pretty half empty on Friday ... but by Sunday evening looked a bit more half full! The guys c...
Apr 24, 2023•1 hr 24 min•Season 3Ep. 82
In this episode Matt and Travis spend waaaaaay too much time talking about one match ... but what a match to talk about, eh?! Part One starts with some shout outs to OFC members, Gary Preston, and yet another VfB record that we somehow tie to Matt's ice hockey career. Part Two is a long-winded break down of what turned out to be the match of the weekend, VfB's improbable comeback against supposed title contenders BVB. The fellas wax poetic about how black and yellow were actually perfect opponen...
Apr 17, 2023•1 hr 4 min•Season 3Ep. 81
In this episode, the guys celebrate all-time game 1893 and ponder all-time loss ... 666. YIKES! In Part One, Travis' throws some shout outs to some OFC members as Matt considers his favorite cliches, while both celebrate OFC Man of the Match winners - Enzo and Hiroki! In Part Two the guys chat up not one but TWO big wins, the Pokal match at Nuremberg and the Bundesliga match at Bochum! The fellas talk optimism, Hoeneß and his background, players into comfortable positions, ugly matches at both F...
Apr 11, 2023•59 min•Season 3Ep. 80
In episode 76 Matt and Travis lose their race against the clock to try and post an episode while Bruno was still coaching the squad! How's that for planning?! Part One shout outs include congratulating VfB Central Texas for forming the third OFC in the USA! And then the guys decide to rip on all three cities that actually have OFC's. Whoops. Part Two covers yet another disappointing match, the loss on the road to FCU, which included initial excitement about the lineup ... that quickly evaporated...
Apr 03, 2023•1 hr 3 min•Season 3Ep. 79
Episode 75 is a tortuous journey to try and find something, anything to talk about. So leave it to Matt and Travis to at least give it a try! After a quick introduction, Part One consists of some shout outs to the only good thing that's happening with a brustring nowadays, the VfB Frauen. Shout out, ladies! Part Two is a look at the hugely disappointing home match versus that green Volkswagen team where the fellas question the lineup, the tactics, and pretty much everything to do with the match ...
Mar 20, 2023•54 min•Season 3Ep. 78
Episode 74 brings Travis, Matt and David together to chat up some VfB! After introductions and shout outs, Part Two starts out with the guys taking a look back at the match on the road at Frankfurt and ponder Bruno's lineup changes and substitutions, the defensive play of Sosa, Bredlow, and Dino, and the difference between strategy and desperation. Which may actually be a trick question?! Part Three's News, Headlines, and Questions include plenty of listener questions regarding Chris Führich's p...
Mar 13, 2023•1 hr 2 min•Season 3Ep. 77
