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Talkin" Flock: A Forward Madison FC Podcast

Sconnie Sports Network

Forward Madison FC, an inaugural member of USL League One, boasts one of the most passionate and fanatical supporter cultures in the American lower divisions. Now in its fourth season, Talkin" Flock serves and respresents those supporters through insightful and entertaining coverage of the club and what they"re doing both on and off the field. Hosted by journalist Rob Chappell of Madison365 and soccer coach and content creator Alex Alvarado of Xtra Time Talent, each episode includes game analysis;

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01:47:04

Two games, four pundits, no losses! With Special...

Talkin" Flock: A Forward Madison FC Podcast ·

2025/07/24

On the podcast today:- 00:00: Rob and Ethan break down the Charlotte draw and the Tormenta win- 29:26: Tim Bellin of Birmingham Sports Media hops in to preview this weekend's Jagermeister Cup fixture - 46:56: Rob talks with SiriusXMFC and Morning Kickaround host Jason Davis about ... well, more or less all of soccer (pro/rel, USL expansion, lower level storytelling, fanhood, feelings, and more) - 1:43:01: In stoppage time, a bit of state history that Rob learned while kayaking last

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00:18:10

Postgame Audio: July 23, 2025 | Forward Madison 1:0...

Talkin" Flock: A Forward Madison FC Podcast ·

2025/07/24

Forward Madison picks up three big points with a gritty 1-0 win at home as they begin their scramble up the table. After the match we hear from head coach Matt Glaeser, midfielder John Murphy Jr and striker Lucca Dourado. Full episode coming Thursday afternoon.

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00:18:30

Postgame Audio: July 16, 2025 | Forward Madison 1:1...

Talkin" Flock: A Forward Madison FC Podcast ·

2025/07/17

Forward Madison is now unbeaten in two matches! Tonight, following that 1-1 draw with Charlotte, we talked with head coach Matt Glaeser, defender Michael Chilaka and winger Chris Garcia.

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00:53:25

Was that win the turning point?

Talkin" Flock: A Forward Madison FC Podcast ·

2025/07/15

It's a quick turnaround between Saturday's win and Wednesday's home match, so it's just Rob and Ethan today talking through, savoring, reveling in the Mingos' huge 3-1 over longtime rival Greenville Triumph. We break down all three goals, give shout-outs to a couple players who really stepped up and exonerate the referee, who did a perfect job and remains beyond reproach. Plus, we touch on the tradition of the pregame march and whether it needs to be revived. Learn more about the

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00:19:17

Postgame Audio: July 12, 2025 | Forward Madison 3:1...

Talkin" Flock: A Forward Madison FC Podcast ·

2025/07/13

Been a while since we got to do a postgame presser following a win! It was a jubilant mood in the Forward Club as we chatted with head coach Matt Glaeser, striker Luca Dourado and midfielder Derek Gebhard. Watch for a full episode Tuesday!

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01:58:48

The "how do we fix it" episode! PLUS Ziggy Odogun!

Talkin" Flock: A Forward Madison FC Podcast ·

2025/07/10

Yes, it's a long one today. YOU'RE FINE. This week, Ethan and Rob briefly touch on the 2-0 loss to Texoma, then delve into your MANY amazing comments, complaints and suggestions as to what the team and club need to do to turn this thing around.Then, Rob chats with former pro & college player, youth & college coach, and now coaching entrepreneur Ziggy Odogun about ... well, about a lot of things. Growing up in London, playing at the highest levels of the women's game before it was

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00:59:40

A win is a win! with Devin Boyce

Talkin" Flock: A Forward Madison FC Podcast ·

2025/07/02

Today on the pod: branding news from Boise and North Jersey, a "they can't all be pretty" style win, and midfielder Devin Boyce on the day-to-day existence of an injured footballer, what the team needs to do to right the ship and his current Netflix rewatch.Follow the show @talkinflock on Instagram and BlueSkyFollow Rob @robchappell365 on Instagram and BlueSkyFollow Ethan @scarfboii on TwitterAnd subscribe to the newsletter at talkinflock.substack.com!

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00:15:40

Postgame Audio: June 28, 2025 | Forward Madison 1:0...

Talkin" Flock: A Forward Madison FC Podcast ·

2025/06/29

So this is what a win feels like! Head coach Matt Glaeser and workhorse midfielder Aiden Mesias join host Rob Chappell in the Forward Club after Forward Madison's first win since March.

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01:09:45

Football fandom is misery

Talkin" Flock: A Forward Madison FC Podcast ·

2025/06/21

Rob and Ethan break down not one but two 2-1 Forward Madison losses -- one to a really good team, and one to Westchester. We examine manager Matt Glaeser's attempts to spark some life into the team by rotating the lineup and shifting the formation, as well as the few bright spots -- namely, Lucca Dourado and getting buys back from injury. Then, Rob talks to Bernie Witzack, the designer of this year's Pride kit. And in stoppage time: your chance to play at Breese Stevens, and some great games

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00:14:09

Postgame Audio: June 18, 2025 | Forward Madison 1:2...

Talkin" Flock: A Forward Madison FC Podcast ·

2025/06/19

Matt Glaeser joins us in the Forward Club after a third consecutive loss, more passionate than I think we've ever seen.

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00:21:06

Juneteenth kit designer Brooklyn Doby

Talkin" Flock: A Forward Madison FC Podcast ·

2025/06/17

We'll have a big fat double ep later in the week breaking down both the Spokane and Westchester matches. In the meantime, Rob talked to artist Brooklyn Doby, the designer of the Juneteenth prematch top the boys will wear during warmups tomorrow. Plus, Union Omaha mashed the panic button!Follow the show on BlueSky & Instagram @talkinflockFollow Rob on BlueSky & Instagram @robchappell365Follow Ethan on Twitter @scarfboiiFollow Brooklyn Doby on Instagram @b.denae_artistry, on Facebook at

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01:18:42

At least it wasn't a draw. Plus, Spokane Soccer Show...

Talkin" Flock: A Forward Madison FC Podcast ·

2025/06/12

One thing you can say about the loss to Union Omaha: at least it wasn't a draw. Rob and Ethan break down the lineup changes, the bright spots (there were more than you'd expect, actually) and shortcomings and wonder what was in Matt Glaeser's head when he said Omaha is one of the better teams in the league. Then, Spokane Soccer Show host and producer Benji Wade joins Rob to preview this weekend's match and nerd out over Superleague, pro/rel and what USL has to do to ensure the new

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00:17:07

Postgame Audio: June 7, 2025 | Forward Madison 0:1...

Talkin" Flock: A Forward Madison FC Podcast ·

2025/06/08

Matt Glaeser, Lucca Dourado & Jacob Crull join Rob & Ethan in the Forward Club after a disappointing loss to Union Omaha, and seem frustratingly okay with it. Full breakdown coming later this week.

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00:57:53

Ennui and Aplomb with Jackson Dietrich

Talkin" Flock: A Forward Madison FC Podcast ·

2025/06/05

This week on Talkin’ Flock, Rob Chappell and Ethan Maurice break down another frustrating Forward Madison performance and do that podcaster thing where we describe each of the 28 things the Mingos could have done to prevent conceding that goal. Plus, we have big youth soccer news and recaps of a few wild upsets in the second round of the Jagermeister Cup.ALSO! Rob talks with midfielder Jackson Dietrich on growing up in the German academy system, what went down in NoCo and what he hopes to accomplish

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00:52:06

Win, lose, or draw, or draw, or draw, or draw, or...

Talkin" Flock: A Forward Madison FC Podcast ·

2025/05/30

Good news: the Mingos haven't conceded more than one goal in a game since week one. Bad news: they also haven't scored more than one since week two. On the pod today, Rob and Ethan talk through the .... moderately entertaining draw with Portland and look ahead to Chattanooga and Omaha. Then we get to know new Mingo loanee Lucca Dourado. And in stoppage time, more soccer at Breese on Sunday and baseball all week long.Follow the show @talkinflock on BlueSky and InstagramFollow Rob

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01:17:45

Another Day, Another Draw

Talkin" Flock: A Forward Madison FC Podcast ·

2025/05/21

There are good draws and bad draws and this one was pretty good. Mingos still should have taken all three points, but at least this one was more fun to watch than the last.On the podcast this week, Rob and Ethan talk through that match, along with some news from the club regarding a new player and a new development program for girls, as well as expansion news from the league. New Forward Madison FC Academy U17 and U19 head coach Patrick Nyarko then joins to introduce himself and his coaching

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01:07:38

Lots of grit, just one goal

Talkin" Flock: A Forward Madison FC Podcast ·

2025/05/14

Hosts: Rob Chappell and Ethan MauriceGuest: Angel G, founding member of Westchester SC supporters group "914 Infantry"This week on Talkin’ Flock, Rob is joined by guest cohost, longtime Flock member and Mingo superfan Ethan Maurice to break down a frustratingly slow-burn draw against One Knoxville — with one glorious rocket from Jake Crull providing the lone highlight. They discuss:The launch of Forward Madison’s Academy and the impressive coaching staff already assembledNew AAPI Heritage

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00:21:02

Postgame Audio: May 3, 2025 | Forward Madison 0:0...

Talkin" Flock: A Forward Madison FC Podcast ·

2025/05/04

A gritty performance on both sides leads to a 0-0 draw. We hear from head coach Matt Glaeser, captain and center back Mitch Osmond and midfielder Jose Carrera-Garcia.

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00:49:13

If you're gonna lose, lose big! Plus - Conor Caloia...

Talkin" Flock: A Forward Madison FC Podcast ·

2025/05/01

Big Top Sports COO Conor Caloia joins Rob in the Forward Club to discuss:What the league owners actually voted on re: pro/relWhat getting promoted could do for Forward MadisonRob's new favorite burgerAny news on Milwaukee?Goals for the seasonPlus, we briefly go over the Indy game & get a quick look around the group.

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00:09:22

Postgame Audio : April 26, 2025 | FMFC 0:4 Indy Eleven

Talkin" Flock: A Forward Madison FC Podcast ·

2025/04/27

Matt Glaeser joins us in the Forward Club to talk resilience, grit, and turning the page. Plus, the greatest PR failure in football history.

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