Massive Report Podcast

Well, we really tried as much as possible to not talk about the Colorado game. No, we talked about it, but there was really not much to say. Check out project #Sellout1June. The podcast staff discusses tactics, Warzycha, Duncan's departure to TFC and we even discuss the upcoming TFC match. Lineup changes and score predictions close out this episode as usual.

Ahhhh, the joys of better sound. New mics are in play this week. Still adjusting to the new levels so that mix may be a bit off.
This week, the podcast staff discussed the loss to New York, Player salaries according what was released by MLSPA today, bone headed tweets by a Houston Dynamos supporters group and preview of the Crew's next contest against Colorado.

Whew, this is a long one. The Massive Report Podcast staff kicks off with a eulogy to Columbus Crew Stadium Scoreboard. The discussion turns to the Crew's 3-0 win over D.C. United , lineup changes and little Wazycha getting some first team playing time. There are a few rants regarding local coverage of the Crew from the traditional central Ohio media outlets. The podcast closes out with discussion of the upcoming game against the New York Red Bulls and score predictions.

The podcast staff discuss "The Bridgeview Debacle" and the various calls to "Fire Warzycha". The staff attempts to be constructive with regards to what needs, or can, be changed in order for the Crew to get back on track. A quick plug for Duncan Oughton's SweetShot90.com and a discussion of the "bite heard around the world. The podcast is concluded with a rapid fire segment discussing various topics and score predictions for the game against DC United.

There is life and there is soccer. Today, those to are separate as soccer takes a back seat to life and the tragedy that took place at the Boston Marathon. Yes, we talk soccer on today's podcast, but our thoughts and prayers are with the people of Boston, the runners, the spectators, the families, the police, medics, first responders, doctors, and all those who are in the midst of tragedy. In the words of Massive City FFC "Be Massive To One Another".
The podcast staff breaks down the tie with Montreal, discuss a conspiracy theory and preview the game against the Bridgeview Fire.

Matt is back from England and is joined by Justin an Larry as they analyze the Crew's 1-1 draw with the Philadelphia Union. Guest Mark Knudson from MileHighSports.com comes on the podcast to discuss his recent article regarding soccer in America and what it can do to bring in the typical American Fan. Finally, the podcast staff takes a look at the upcoming match against the Montreal Impact and reveal their score predictions.

It's a bye week yet the podcast staff manages to pull of a LONG podcast for you this week. Player/Position/Overall and coaching grades were handed out. Matt and Danny join us live from England to preview the Crew vs Union game and we even get a little bit of USA vs Mexico talk. There are some shockers in this podcast and the opinions are strong, but no punches were thrown.

Host Matt Goshert is in London for a couple of weeks visiting our Crew UK correspondent and managing editor of MLSUK Danny Bidmead, so staff writer Rick Gethin takes over hosting duties. Rick is joined by Larry, Justin, and Chris with occasional insights from Sam.
This week's podcast focused on the Crew's win in DC with the good and that bad in the team's overall performance. The staff also talks about the US Men's National Team win over Costa Rica in a game that was played in the midst of a brutal snow storm, and previews the first game against Mexico. Other topics discussed this week include, the reserve squad and league, Simon Borg's article bashing Columbus' hosting of the USA vs Mex game, looming lineup changes and even Robert Warzycha's contract situation.

The Massive Report staff break down the good and bad from the Crew's 2013 home opener. Steve Davis of NBC's ProSoccerTalk joins the conversation with regards to the US Men's National Team heading into more World Cup qualification matches. The discussion finally turns to the DC United game and the prospects of coming out with a positive result from RFK Stadium.

The Massive Report Podcast staff discuss the loss to Vancouver and provide their analysis of issues observed throughout the game. The staff also discussed Crew marketing leading to the home opener and all the events taking place before Crewsmas. Finally, some discussion and preview of the home opener against San Jose.