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The Free Kick

Maryland"s Number One Philadelphia Union Podcast! The Free Kick is a weekly podcast hosted by Todd Lewis, in which he is joined by weekly guests that include MLS commentators and journalists from around the league. Each week consists of match previews, reviews, and news and rumors from around the league!

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57:48

Episode 95 - Champions League Fever (feat. Eddie Mendez)

The Free Kick ·

2021/04/05

With The Philadelphia Union getting ready to take on Saprissa in their first-ever CONCACAF Champions League game, Eddie Mendez joins the podcast to help Todd get a better understanding of the Costa Rican League and Saprissa. Eddie discusses his background in soccer, which has seen him work for MLS and Bleacher Report, which ultimately saw him turn his attention to his love, Costa Rican soccer. Eddie also breaks down the current form of Saprissa and what kind of lineup he predicts for this match-up.

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37:59

S2 | Union Trivia Podcast Game 11| Round of 8 Match...

The Free Kick ·

2021/04/02

In our last quarter-finals match-up, we see last year's final contestants, Rich Lori and Michael Van Sant go head to head and test each other's 2020 Philadelphia Union knowledge! Just like we've seen plenty of times throughout Season 2 of our Trivia podcast, this episode is filled with a lot of first, which includes Richie Marquez cursing one of the contestants AGAIN! We also discuss The Unions' final pre-season game against DC United, which resulted in a Union victory, and what are we expecting

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36:59

S2 | Union Trivia Podcast Game 10| Round of 8 Match...

The Free Kick ·

2021/03/31

Well, our second to last quarter-finals game sees two rollercoaster experts, Scott Price and Ricky Zellefrow go head to head and test their 2020 Philadelphia Union MLS is Back knowledge. We also discuss Jim Curtin giving the latest injury report on Kacper Przybylko, Sergio Santos, Cory Burke, and Jack De Vries, and will they be available against Saprissa? As the season also soon approaches we look at what would make a successful season for The Union. "5 in 25": Is where I ask each contestant 5

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36:51

S2 | Union Trivia Podcast Game 9 | Round of 8 Match...

The Free Kick ·

2021/03/25

Our second quarter-final game sees Luke McClung and Corey Furlan go head to head and test their MLS is Back Philadelphia Union knowledge! We also discuss Jim Curtin giving an injury update on, Jose Martinez, Cory Burke, Sergio Santos, Ilsinho, and Kacper Przybylko, and what that could mean when The Union faces Saprissa in two weeks. We also discuss Jim Curtin talking about the rumor of St. Pauli's midfielder, Leon Flach potentially joining The Union. "5 in 25": Is where I ask each contestant 5

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38:27

S2 | Union Trivia Podcast Game 8 | Round of 8 Match...

The Free Kick ·

2021/03/18

Well, we're finally in the Rd. of 8 of our Philadelphia Union Trivia Series! We see Pat Andrews and Mike Thomas face off against each other and test their knowledge on the 2019 Union season. We also discuss The Union spending $5-6 Million on a new video board, are new signings coming in, and Todd announcing a 2021 Philadelphia Union jersey giveaway because of February's record breaking month and Todd getting approved for a media pass! "5 in 25": Is where I ask each contestant 5 questions and they

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45:47

Episode 90 - Thank You 28, Ray Gaddis (feat. Rich Lori)

The Free Kick ·

2021/03/08

Social Media: Twitter: @FreeKickPod Instagram: @FreeKickPod Facebook: @FreeKickPod http://thefreekickpodcast.com/ Rich's Social Media: Twitter: @Rich_Lori

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33:46

S2 | Union Trivia Podcast Game 7 | Round of 16 Match...

The Free Kick ·

2021/02/26

Game 7 sees last years quarter-finalist, Harry Mumma return to take on founding Sons of Ben member, Corey Furlan. Harry and Corey are tested with The 2012 Philadelphia Union season, the earliest we've done so far in our Union Trivia Series. Corey explains how he became a fan of The Union and his involvement with The Keystone State Ultra's. We also discuss the finally official signing of Stuart Findlay and the concern of needing a deadly finisher and options off the bench. "5 in 25": Is where I ask

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26:18

S2 | Union Trivia Podcast Game 6 | Round of 16 Match...

The Free Kick ·

2021/02/21

Well, as we get close to wrapping up the Rd. of 16, we see Pat Andrews and Hank face off against each other and test their 2016 Philadelphia Union knowledge! We also discuss how playing FIFA helped Hank get into soccer and ultimately becoming a Union fan. And as always, we hear how concerned are Union fans with the lack of off-season signings compared to other MLS teams. "5 in 25": Is where I ask each contestant 5 questions and they have 25 seconds to answer the questions. The clock starts after I

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36:22

S2 | Union Trivia Podcast Game 5 | Round of 16 Match...

The Free Kick ·

2021/02/17

Game 5 is the MOST intense game we have EVER had in this series! So, make sure you tell your friends, your family, whoever you want, this is an episode people need to listen to! Going head to head in game 5 sees the other half of The Doopy Brothers podcast, AJ McClung take on, Mike Thomas where they test their 2013 Philadelphia Union knowledge against one another. We also discuss The Union drawling Costa Rician side, Saprissa for The CONCACAF Champions League, and The Union signing Scotland Center

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30:44

S2 | Union Trivia Podcast Game 4 | Round of 16 Match...

The Free Kick ·

2021/02/10

"5 in 25": Is where I ask each contestant 5 questions and they have 25 seconds to answer the questions. The clock starts after I read the first question, if a contestant doesn’t know the answer they can say “skip” and we can go back to the question if time permits. Each question will be worth 2PTS each. "True/False": I’ll ask each contestant 5 true/false questions, with each question being worth 1PT each. "Name the Union Player": In the final category, contestants will go head to head against

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29:44

S2 | Union Trivia Podcast Game 3 | Round of 16 Match...

The Free Kick ·

2021/02/03

How will Game 3 live up to the action from Game 2? Like Todd has alluded to all season long, we're finally joined by 2 brand new people onto the podcast, and they are, Ryan Dietz, and Scott Price! Ryan and Scott go head 2 head and test their Philadelphia Union knowledge from The 2018 Season, along with discussing how they both got into The Union, and is it concerning The Union haven't made any new signings? "5 in 25": Is where I ask each contestant 5 questions and they have 25 seconds to answer

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28:55

S2 | Union Trivia Podcast Game 2 | Round of 16 Match...

The Free Kick ·

2021/01/29

Well, if you thought Game 1 was exciting, wait until you see what Game 2 has in store! Returning from Season 1 of our Philadelphia Union Trivia Series is, Talk Doop with Ryan, aka, Ryan Shute, and his opponent is one half of The Doopybrothers Podcast, Luke McClung! Ryan and Luke go head 2 head in testing their 2014 Philadelphia Union knowledge, along with talking, El Brujo's contract extension, and a possible MLS Lockout? "5 in 25": Is where I ask each contestant 5 questions and they have 25

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27:56

S2 | Union Trivia Podcast Game 1 | Round of 16 Match...

The Free Kick ·

2021/01/26

It is BACK, Ladies and Gentleman! Season 2 of our Union Trivia Podcast has returned with Season 1 Champ, Michael Van San taking on Ed Fagan in game 1! Unlike Season 1 where all the questions would be nothing but random Philadelphia Union questions, Season 2's RD. of 16 see's us going with a "Theme". Ed and Michael are put to the test to see what exactly they remember from The Unions' 2017 season. Also with the Trivia show we discuss, Mark McKenzie's move to Genk, and Brenden Aaronson's move to RB

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01:31:35

Episode 82 - The Man Behind The Podcast (feat. Brad...

The Free Kick ·

2020/12/14

After 200+ episodes from The Premier League, to The Champions League, to The London Underground, to now finally The Philadelphia Union, former producer of "The Free Kick" podcast, Brad Fehr, joins Todd to dive deeper into the making of the podcast. In Brad's first appearance on the show, he takes over hosting duties to discuss Todd's playing career in soccer, which eventually ended due to concussions. They discuss why start a podcast anyways, and how the two of them came to meet. Todd talks about

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Episode 81 - 2020 Union Recap (feat. Jeff Mitchell)

The Free Kick ·

2020/12/02

In the longest episode of the pod, Todd and Jeff Mitchell go all in to send the positive vibes to every Union fan that is down after The Philadelphia Union's lost to New England (11/24) in the playoffs. Todd and Jeff discuss the playoff lose and what could have lead to The Union not showing up to the game. Comparing Todd's predictions back in March on who would lead The Union in goals, assist and their wins record, to what The Union actually did in the shorten season. Discussing why fans think The

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54:40

Episode 80 - Ernst Tanner Is A Chef (feat. Andrew...

The Free Kick ·

2020/11/20

Just as promised, another brand new Philadelphia Union fan on the podcast! Todd was joined by, Andrew Fedynyshyn who talked about how he first got into The Union and experiencing The Union's 5-0 whooping of Toronto FC. Todd and Andrew discuss all the latest MLS end of the year awards which include, Newcomer of The Year, Young Player of The Year, Goalkeeper of The Year, Coach of The Year, and Mark McKenzie getting robbed of Defender of The Year. They also dive into the latest Kai Wagner and Pat

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53:21

Episode 79 - Jim Curtin IS MLS COACH OF THE YEAR...

The Free Kick ·

2020/11/18

With The Union still a week away from their first playoff game of the 2020 season why not bring on fellow Union fans to discuss The Philadelphia Union's 2020 season so far? Joining Todd is, Drew Heinold who talks about some of his favorite Union games from the past, the latest MLS awards, The Union FINALLY winning their first trophy, and of course playoff predictions! Intro: Live Union games in 2020: [1:51-2:53] Favorite Union games that stick out: [2:54-5:23] News: Lucas Zelarayan wins MLS

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50:28

Episode 78 - CAN YOU BELIEVE IT

The Free Kick ·

2020/11/11

CAN YOU BELIEVE IT?! THE PHILADELPHIA UNION ARE WINNERS OF THE 2020 SUPPORTERS SHIELD! After 11 years, The Union have FINALLY won a major trophy! We know the work isn't finished yet, but wow, can you believe it? Todd discusses Olivier Mbaizo and Jamiro Monteiro going away on International Duty, which will make both of them miss The Union's first playoff game on November 24th. Jakob Glesnes and El Brujo are including in ToTW 23 for their performance against New England. Todd also discusses his

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52:12

Episode 77 - So Easy To Point The Finger

The Free Kick ·

2020/11/03

Well, The Columbus game did not go as Union fans would have hoped, the good thing is, The Union still control their destiny. Todd gives his thoughts on Sunday's (11/1) Columbus Crew v Philadelphia Union game and what he thought went wrong/right for the team. Also discussed were the CONCACAF Champions League back on, Andre Blake getting surgery on his hand, Blunder of The Week and listener questions! News: CONCACAF Champions League to resume: [4:22-8:08] Andre Blake has surgery on his

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36:53

Episode 76 - Everyone Wants A Shot At The Number 1...

The Free Kick ·

2020/10/31

Can you believe The Union are this close to lifting their FIRST EVER trophy?! Well if The Union want to keep Seattle and Toronto out of reach, they'll have to go into Columbus (11/1) this Sunday and hope to come away with points. Joining Todd to preview this Columbus Crew v Philadelphia Union game is, founder of The ACL Club, she’s also a host on the podcast, MLS Assist, along with being a host with former Union player, Charlie Davies on The US Soccer Podcast and she currently works as an analyst

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