Eclecticist, FMFC supporter, Flock co-founder, designer of things, and taker of photos. Writer, wrench, motorcyclist. Pro-intellectualist, anti-pedant. Drinker of coffee and greeter of dogs.
The guys chat to Kiwi, former Badger, and current FMFC defender Sam Brotherton about growing up in New Zealand, leaving college early for Sunderland AFC, playing in the U20 World Cup, and what it's like living in Madison a second time. Thanks to Sam for his time, and to all our Patreon backers for continuing to make this show possible!
Andrew, Grant, Kyle, and Mitch chat philosophy and tactics with FMFC Assistant Coach, honorary sensei / sifu / teacher / perpetual student and soccer journeyman John Pascarella. John shares his deep knowledge of Tactical Periodization, a holistic approach to the game, which books he's reading, and his appreciation for Suits.
The NDZ Live crew are joined by dj duMars and FMFC hitman Christian Chaney for a spirited chat about referees, being persona non grata, missing home, and pregame vibe checks. Grant recalls Chaney calling his shots, Mitch plays stickball, and Andrew relishes his civic duty.
Legendary coach Jim launder sits down with us to chat about the 2023 FMFC campaign, seeing George Benson play a Milwaukee bowling alley, which current player he'd like to sign, and more.
Andrew, Grant, and Mitch chat with double-tally winger Stephen Payne and pickleball savant Jacob Crull about the team's recent run of form, a taste of celebrating with a trophy, and their aspirations for the rest of the season. Plus: Grant's unsolicited musical proselytizing, the King of the Yacht, and the guys' favorite spot to unwind in Madison.
Our next print issue is in the works and we have plans to launch at Robinia Courtyard on Friday, July 7, at 8PM with an event and then Andrew and some special guests will be on the wheels of steel from 10p-2a (so bring your dancing shoes!). We play Feugo at Breese the next day, but it's the freakin' weekend so if you have to sleep in and saunter into the grounds with a bit of a sore head, that's not the end of the world, is it?
Andrew and Grant sit down with Bernd Schipmann and Mitch Osmond to discuss the season so far, the team's recent run of form, and the feeling in the locker room. Andrew puts the hard questions to Bernd, Mitch talks about the "immense" fan support at Breese, comparing it to some of the best in USL Championship. Plus: NDZ print issue 002 launch, and special details for Patreon backers.
Andrew, Grant, and Mitch are joined by call-in guests as they discuss the 2-1 win over Omaha, with topics ranging from being outshot but not outgunned, Stephen Payne's MOTM performance, and (sky blue, water wet) suspect refereeing.
Andrew, Grant, and Mitch break down the performance away to league-leaders NCFC, recognize the brilliance of Chelo breaking through, and a dominant performance from the Madison defense led by Captain Fantastic himself. Also: Are we worried about the dearth of goals from our front line, or are they doing what's being asked vs tough opponents?
Next, the guys are joined by FMFC COO Conor Caloia in the wake of Madison Pro Women's Soccer announcing their intent to join the USL Super League in 2025. We ask about the needed stadium and other facility improvements, if a totally different club identity is a good thing, and talk about potential women's team signings.
