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Men In Blazers

Men In Blazers

We discuss football. And wear blazers. Usually at the same time. Men in Blazers is driven by the belief that Soccer is America?s Sport of the Future. As it has been since 1972.

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Men in Blazers 12/18/22: Do It Live WORLD CUP FINAL INSTANT REAX

Rog provides Instant Reaction to Argentina's penalty shootout World Cup Final victory over France and ponders what it means for the legacy of Lionel Messi. Plus, reflections on World Cup 2022, both from a sporting and a human perspective.

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2022-12-18
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Men in Blazers 12/17/22: Do It Live World Cup Final Preview

Rog provides instant reaction to Croatia's third place victory over Morocco and looks ahead to tomorrow's seismic final between Argentina and France. Plus, Live GFOP Q&A.

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2022-12-17
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Men in Blazers 12/16/22: WGFOP: Weekend Preview

Rog takes all your questions on this weekend's seismic World Cup Final, the legacy of the World Cup in Qatar, World Cup 2026, and more.

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2022-12-16
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Men in Blazers 12/14/22 Do It Live Word Cup Semifinal Instant Reax

Rog provides Instant Reax to France's 2 - 0 win over Morocco to setup a clash with Argentina. Plus, Gio-Gate Day Four.

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2022-12-15
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Men in Blazers 12/13/22 Live in Seattle

Rog and Davo break down Lionel Messi and Argentina's semifinal triumph over Croatia. Plus, special guests, Ben Gibbard of Death Cab for Cutie and Postal Service; Sounders goalkeeper Stefan Frei; and hip-hop legend Sir Mix-a-Lot.

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2022-12-14
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Men in Blazers 12/12/22 with Rory Smith

Rog and Rory Smith unpack all the storylines and footnotes for each team heading into the World Cup semifinals. Argentina's collective national yearning for a Messi triumph; Croatia's ability to win through suffering and its geopolitical roots; Morocco's representation of the Arab World and tactically-nuanced football; And the majesty of France's Antoine Griezmann.

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2022-12-13
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Men in Blazers 12/11/22: Do It Live! Gio-Gate Edition

Rog provides instant reaction to Gio-Gate, a developing story about reports Gio Reyna was nearly sent home from the World Cup because of his behavior in camp. Also, a little matter of the quickly approaching semifinals.

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2022-12-12
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Men in Blazers 12/10/22 Live in San Francisco

Rog and Davo recap England's excruciating 2 - 1 loss to France and Morocco's triumph over Portugal in the World Cup quater-finals. Plus, special guests: NBC's Rebecca Lowe and Oakland A's front office executive/"Moneyball" muse Billy Beane.

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2022-12-11
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Men in Blazers 12/09/22 Live in Los Angeles

Rog and Davo break down the first two World Cup quarter-finals, a pair of wild affairs decided by penalty shoot-outs. Plus, special guests: Actor and Liverpool fan Will Arnett; Los Angeles Chargers hero Austin Ekeler; LAFC manager and USMNT legend Steve Cherundolo; Angel City FC Captain Ali Riley. And a massive loss for American soccer journalism.

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2022-12-10
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Men in Blazers 12/08/22 with Rory Smith

Rog and The New York Times Chief Soccer Correspondent Rory Smith on everything you want to know to revel in the intricacies of the World Cup quarter finals to come, including a deep dive on England France.

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2022-12-08
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Men in Blazers 12/07/22 with Herc Gomez

Rog and ESPN's Herc Gomez cast an eye back to the USMNT's World Cup Campaign and Round of 16 exit against the Netherlands. Plus, what the team needs to do moving forward and why we as a football nation shouldn't just accept exit at this stage of the tournament.

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2022-12-07
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Men in Blazers 12/06/22: Do It Live! World Cup Round of 16

Rog marvels at Morocco's victory over Spain and celebrates a dominant (and Ronaldo-less) Portugal XI on the final day of the Round of 16. Plus, live GFOP questions about the USMNT, England and quarterfinal favorites.

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2022-12-07
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Men in Blazers 12/05/22 Live in Atlanta

Rog and Davo dissect today's Round of 16 action including Brazil celebrating Neymar's return from injury by sambaing their way past South Korea 4 - 1. Croatia see off Japan in Penalties. Plus, special guests: Atlanta Mayor Andre Dickens; "Power" star and musical artist Rotimi; and new Atlanta United President & CEO Garth Lagerwey.

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2022-12-06
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Men in Blazers 12/04/22 Live in Nashville

Rog and Davo autopsy the USMNT's World Cup campaign, the highs, the lows, the in-betweens. Plus, England stroll over Senegal and France look frighteningly good against Poland. Plus, special guests country music star and Manchester City supporter Chase Rice, and MLS legend Dax McCarty.

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2022-12-05
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Men in Blazers 12/03/22: Do it Live! USMNT Instant Reax

Rog and Davo provide Instant Reaction to the USMNT's 3 - 1 loss to the Netherlands, a defeat which sends them home from the 2022 World Cup. Plus, a look back at this cycle for the Baby Eagles and what could change heading into 2026.

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2022-12-03
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World Corrupt Episode 7

A bonus installment of our series that explores the complexities and moral conundrums brought on by a World Cup hosted in Qatar. A collaboration between Men in Blazers and Crooked Media. In this episode, Rog and "Pod Save the World's" Tommy Vietor examine a tournament in which politics, sport and humanity have all been laid bare; USMNT captain Tyler Adams' leadership and poise when answering questions from Iran's state-run media; and what political and social scrutiny the United States could face as co-host for the 2026 World Cup. 

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2022-12-02
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Men in Blazers 12/01/22 with Jesse Marsch

Rog sits down with Leeds United manager Jesse Marsch to preview the USMNT's Round of 16 tie with the Netherlands and dissect their 1- 0 victory over Iran.

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2022-12-01
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Men in Blazers 11/30/22 Do It Live! World Cup Instant Reax

Rog provides Instant Reaction to today's World Cup action, including Lionel Messi and Argentina topping a bonkers group that nearly came down to... FIFA Fair Play? Plus, all of the big storylines still reverberating after yesterday's USMNT game. And live GFOP Q and A.

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2022-11-30
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Men in Blazers 11/29/22 Live in Austin

Rog and Davo celebrate the USMNT's massive 1- 0 victory over Iran that sends them into the knockout rounds of the 2022 World Cup. Plus, special guests actor James Van Der Beek, Adrian Quesada of The Black Pumas and Austin FC's Diego FagĂșndez.

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2022-11-30
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Men in Blazers 11/28/22 with Jesse Marsch

Rog is joined by Leeds United manager ahead of tomorrow's USMNT clash with Iran to preview that match, talk Tyler Adams' elite leadership qualities, and dissect this World Cup as a whole.

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2022-11-28
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Men in Blazers 11/27/22

Rog and Davo deliver all of today's World Cup narrative, including the hammer and tongs tussle between Germany and Spain, Canada getting eliminated by Croatia, and a USMNT Social Media post that has angered the Iranian government. For real.

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2022-11-28
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Men in Blazers 11/26/22: Live in Washington DC

Rog and Davo applaud Lionel Messi doing Lionel Messi things in Argentina's vital 2 - 0 win over Mexico. Kylian Mbappe's brace (including one off his nether regions) lifts France to victory. Plus special guests, from the Washington Spirit, Michelle Kang and Andi Sullivan. And White House Chief of Staff Ron Klain.

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2022-11-27
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Men in Blazers 11/25/22: Live in Philadelphia

Rog and Davo applaud the USMNT's 0 - 0 draw with England, a tie that felt like a win. Plus, Iran dispatches Wales, setting up a seismic matchup with the US. And special guests Ale Bedoya and Figure Skating Icon Johnny Weir.

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2022-11-26
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World Corrupt Episode 6

The sixth installment of a six-part series that explores the complexities and moral conundrums brought on by a World Cup hosted in Qatar. A collaboration between Men in Blazers and Crooked Media. In this episode, Rog and "Pod Save the World's" Tommy Vietor discuss what has been a surreal tournament thus far, from FIFA President Gianni Infantino's astoundingly tone-deaf first-person speech, to a crackdown on player armbands, to which countries have had the courage to stand up against injustice. 

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2022-11-25
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Men in Blazers 11/24/22 with Herc Gomez

Rog and Herc Gomez preview tomorrow's seismic USMNT vs. England clash and discuss what lessons they learned from the Wales game. Plus, a closer look at Mexico's draw that felt like a win.

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2022-11-24
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Men in Blazers 11/23/22

Rog and Davo provide instant reaction to today's World Cup results, including Canada's heroic performance in a 1- 0 loss to Belgium and Japan's upset of superpower Germany. Plus, a look ahead to Friday's Big Sam-sized USMNT vs. England clash.

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2022-11-24
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Men in Blazers 11/22/22 with Rory Smith

Rog is joined by The New York Times' and European Nights' Rory Smith, who is in Qatar, to talk through the first three days of the tournament, including what Rory is experiencing on the ground, Saudi Arabia's massive upset of Lionel Messi's Argentina and, mostly importantly, what Rory's eating.

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2022-11-22
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Men in Blazers 11/21/22: Live in St. Louis

Rog and Davo experience all of the emotions whilst recapping USMNT 1 - 1 Wales in the Baby Eagles first World Cup game in eight long years. Plus, England see off Iran in convincing fashion. And special guests: St. Louis Cardinals Legend Ozzie Smith; "FBOY Island" host and comedian Nikki Glaser; and St. Louis City SC manager Bradley Carnell.

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2022-11-22
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Men in Blazers 11/20/22: Do It Live! World Cup Kickoff Special

Rog discusses the conflicting emotions and complexities that accompany this World Cup, breaks down Ecuador's opening game victory over the host nation, and casts an eye ahead to the USMNT's first World Cup game in 3,065 days.

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2022-11-20
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Men in Blazers World Cup Preview, Presented by Camarena Tequlia: Episode 5

In the finale of our five-part Pod series previewing the groups and teams ahead of the kickoff of the World Cup, Rog is joined by European Nights co-host Rory Smith to offer a two-parted perspective. First, Rory and Rog pick through the English relationship with the national team in general and the World Cup in particular, from World Cup glory and disappointment, to the evolution of Gareth Southgate as a figurehead. Then, Rory offers an outsider's view on the United States, how our football culture is seen from abroad, and what opportunities this World Cup offers to change that gaze. Presented by Camarena Tequila, the most awarded tequila.

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2022-11-20
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Men in Blazers World Cup Preview, Presented by Camarena Tequlia: Episode 4

Men in Blazers World Cup Preview, Presented by Camarena Tequlia: Episode 4

In the fourth of a five-part Pod series that looks at every team and major storyline in this World Cup, Rog and Davo look at groups G and H which feature Brazil, Portugal, Uruguay and more. Presented by Camarena Tequila, the most awarded tequila.

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2022-11-19
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After the Whistle with Brendan Hunt and Rebecca Lowe

Join Brendan Hunt, who plays Coach Beard on ?Ted Lasso?, and Rebecca Lowe, presenter for NBC Sports, as they celebrate, mourn, laugh, and cry during the World Cup. They?re teaming up to talk about all the dramatic moments, the favorites and the dark horses, the stars and the flops ... with a few special guests stopping by along the way. It?s the beautiful game, as experienced by two of the very best friends (who just met).

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2022-11-19
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Men in Blazers World Cup Preview, Presented by Camarena Tequila Episode 3

In the third of a five-part Pod series that looks at every team and major storyline in this World Cup, Rog and Davo examine Groups E and F, perennial powers Germany and Spain, as well as our Neighbors to the North. Presented by Camarena Tequila, the most awarded tequila.

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2022-11-18
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Men in Blazers World Cup Preview, Presented by Camarena Tequlia: Episode 2

In the second of a five-part Pod series that looks at every team and major storyline in this World Cup, Rog and Davo look at groups C and D which feature Argentina, Mexico, France and more. Presented by Camarena Tequila, the most awarded tequila.

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2022-11-17
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Men in Blazers World Cup Preview, Presented by Camarena Tequlia: Episode 1

In the first of a five-part Pod series that looks at every team and major storyline in this World Cup, Rog and Davo put Groups A and B under the microscope and examine the USMNT, England, Senegal and many more. Presented by Camarena Tequila, the most awarded tequila.

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2022-11-16
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Men in Blazers 11/15/22: Live in NYC with John Oliver, Matthew Rhys and Kelley O'Hara

Rog and Davo kick off the Men in Blazers "This Cup's For You Tour," Live in NYC with Emmy Award winners John Oliver and Matthew Rhys and two-time World Cup Champion Kelley O'Hara.

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2022-11-16
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Men in Blazers 11/14/22

Rog and Davo discuss the USMNT roster selection as well as the final Premier League weekend before the World Cup. Brentford's massive upset at Manchester City. Spurs last gasp win against Leeds. And Arsenal will be top at Christmas.

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2022-11-15
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Go! Go! USA! with Brendan Hunt Episode 6

The sixth and final installment of a Pod Series from the Men in Blazers Media Network in which Rog and Brendan Hunt, Coach Beard from "Ted Lasso," celebrate the rich history of men's soccer in America. In this episode, the introduction of Gregg Berhalter, America's best and brightest head to some of Europe's biggest clubs, and a look ahead at this World Cup.

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2022-11-13
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Go! Go! USA! with Brendan Hunt Episode 5

The fifth installment of a new Pod Series from the Men in Blazers Media Network in which Rog and Brendan Hunt, Coach Beard from "Ted Lasso," celebrate the rich history of men's soccer in America. In this episode, the rise of a young up and comer named Christian Pulisic, the return of Bruce Arena, and the darkest night in USMNT history.

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2022-11-12
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Men in Blazers 11/11/22: WGFOP World Cup Special with Kaka and Tim Howard

Rog is joined by Brazilian legend Kaka and the mighty Tim Howard at the Coca-Cola podcasting studios at the American Dream mall in East Rutherford, NJ to preview the upcoming 2022 World Cup in Qatar.

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2022-11-11
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Tyler Adams: Road to the Cup, Episode 7, Powered by Volkswagen

Episode seven of our eight-part series leading up to the World Cup, in which USMNT leader Tyler Adams joins Rog to discuss Leeds' delirious wins against Liverpool and Bournemouth, the World Cup starting in less than 10 days, and what's in a Tyler Adams Five Guys order.

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2022-11-10
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Men in Blazers 11/09/22: Do It Live! with Gregg Berhalter

Rog is joined by USMNT manager Gregg Berhalter just hours after the team's World Cup roster release to break it down, position-by-position. Haji Wright over Jordan Pefok. No Zack Steffen. How he plans to deploy Gio Reyna. And much, much more.

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2022-11-10
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Go! Go! USA! with Brendan Hunt Episode 4

The fourth installment of a new Pod Series from the Men in Blazers Media Network in which Rog and Brendan Hunt, Coach Beard from "Ted Lasso," celebrate the rich history of men's soccer in America. In this episode, a lot of German accent from Rog as we cast an eye back to the Jurgen Klinsmann-era and celebrate an all-time World Cup performance from American fans in Brazil. Plus, that John Brooks Ghana goal.

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2022-11-08
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Men in Blazers 11/07/22

Rog and Davo genuflect to a sublime performance from Egyptian King Mohamed Salah in Liverpool's 2 - 1 win at Spurs. Plus, Arsenal see off Chelsea to stay top of the table. And a last gasp Leeds United win that cost Rog several pairs of pants.

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2022-11-07
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Go! Go! USA! with Brendan Hunt Episode 3

The third installment of a new Pod Series from the Men in Blazers Media Network in which Rog and Brendan Hunt, Coach Beard from "Ted Lasso," celebrate the rich history of men's soccer in America. In this episode, we head to South Africa to revisit the canonization of St. Landon in one of the most iconic moments in USMNT history. Plus, Michael Bradley's USMNT legacy.

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2022-11-06
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World Corrupt Episode 5

The fifth installment of a six-part series that explores the complexities and moral conundrums brought on by a World Cup hosted in Qatar. A collaboration between Men in Blazers and Crooked Media. In this episode, Rog and "Pod Save the World's" Tommy Vietor discuss how the football world is confronting this World Cup. Plus, what action steps we can take as fans. And, amid the darkness, there is a beacon of light and cause for hope.

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2022-11-05
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Men in Blazers 11/04/22: WGFOP: Weekend Preview

Rog takes listeners' questions on Chelsea vs Arsenal, Tottenham vs Liverpool, and the World Cup in Qatar beginning in just 16 days.

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2022-11-04
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The Women's Game 11/03/22: With Lo Labonta, Presented by Paramount +

The Kansas City Current's Lo Labonta joins Rog to discuss her early love of football, becoming an NWSL regular, and this most recent joyous break out season which saw her and the Current go all the way to last weekend's NWSL Championship match.

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2022-11-03
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Men in Blazers American Dreams with Brenden Aaronson, Presented by Budweiser

Leeds United and USMNT hero Brenden Aaronson joins Rog to relive his rise through the Philadelphia Union youth ranks, discuss the transition to Premier League life, and reveal his big World Cup Dreams.

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2022-11-02
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Men in Blazers 11/01/22: European Nights with Rory Smith, presented by Paramount+

Rog is joined by Rory Smith to explore the stories behind the final group stage matches of the European season. First, an examination of how Bayern grew from an imperfect but great team, to the gravitational power they are today in the Bundesliga. Then, a trip to Marseille, the incredible fan culture born in France's most singular city, a 1990s match fixing scandal, and their perfectly poised Champions League group this year. Plus, Europa and Conference League match picks, Rog's favorite stews, and more.

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2022-11-01
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