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The Call Up

Major League Soccer

Not many people are as close to Major League Soccer’s players, coaches and fans as MLSsoccer.com’s Jillian Sakovits and Susannah Collins. Whether it’s on the sidelines or working on a feature story, they spend much of the season on the road and interacting with the newsmakers of the league. With 9 seasons of MLS experience between them and the closest of friends, Jill & Susannah invite you to pull up a chair and be a part of the conversations that up until now had stayed between them over a couple

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17:44

Ronny Deila Strips and James Sands is Feeling...

The Call Up ·

2021/12/12

WE HAVE A CHAMPION! Join us for our season finale as Susannah and Jillian take you on the field moments after NYCFC win their first MLS Cup. Raw emotions, promises kept (we’re looking at you, Ronny Deila), and the best kind of chaos. Grab a drink because it’s a party!

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02:13:03

LIVE from Portland...It's THE CALL UP

The Call Up ·

2021/12/10

MLS Cup is HERE and Susannah and Jillian are joined by a who's who of MLS characters. Gudmundur Thórarinsson serenades the ladies, Sebastian Blanco talks about his special connection with Diego Valeri, and our first pod pet?! Trust us, you won't want to miss this one!

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38:48

Real Salt Lake: NOT a Cinderella Story

The Call Up ·

2021/12/01

Fresh off another mind-blowing Audi 2021 MLS Cup Playoffs performance against Sporting Kansas City, The Call Up welcomes in Justen Glad and David Ochoa ahead of their Western Conference Final appearance. Justen gives the story behind his now historic PK against Seattle and David discusses why he’s embraced being everyone’s favorite MLS villain. Looking to shed the label of “Cinderella story”, for RSL, it’s all about BELIEF.

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43:00

Peter Vermes: It’s My Job to Protect and Defend

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2021/11/24

Spend Thanksgiving with Sporting Kansas City head coach Peter Vermes! The longest tenured coach in MLS discusses the key to beating Real Salt Lake in the Conference Semifinals (hint: it’s scoring goals) and shares some personal insights that include why he gives his players personality tests AND his least favorite Thanksgiving dish. Plus, what Tom Brady & Johnny Russell have in common.

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40:39

"Defying Gravity" & Playoff Primer with Matt Doyle

The Call Up ·

2021/11/16

A brown liquor special with Matt Doyle, the MLS Armchair Analyst, to get us all primed & set for the Audi 2021 MLS Cup Playoffs. The Renaissance man takes us from his days as a playwright to the MLS guru we know and love. Which showtune does your team remind Doyle of and what should you expect in the Playoffs? The answers are all right here!

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34:30

The Humble Striker: Brian White

The Call Up ·

2021/11/09

Surging Vancouver Whitecaps striker Brian White joins the show. Jersey boy Brian brings us inside the Vancouver Whitecaps success, coaching change, and why being a “humble striker” (don’t hear that much) works wonders for him.

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32:44

John Tolkin: “I didn’t even know who Joe Dirt was”

The Call Up ·

2021/11/02

The Call Up welcomes John Tolkin of the New York Red Bulls to the pod! The 19-year-old discusses his breakout season in 2021 and what it’s like to go from ball boy to starring on the field for the club he grew up cheering for. Plus, the ladies get his take on the New York Derby and his ever-evolving hair styles. Will we see a Playoff push mullet?? Listen and find out!

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36:50

Kellyn Acosta: Fashion Forward and Resilient

The Call Up ·

2021/10/26

Colorado Rapids and USMNT midfielder Kellyn Acosta joins the Call Up! He discusses the Rapids impressive 2021 season and why head coach Robin Fraser has his team prepared for their postseason run. Kellyn also dives into the “resilient” USMNT and gives his perspective on the team’s performance during the WCQ’s. PLUS - a deep dive into some of his most iconic fashion statements. The drip is real, people.

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39:38

"Ish Happens" - Dax McCarty

The Call Up ·

2021/10/19

The captain of Nashville joins the show AGAIN. The Call Up’s inaugural guest dials in from his coaching gig while also leading Nashville SC to the top of the table. He sheds light on his own maturation and that of his son Callum’s while managing the terrible twos. Plus, former Ohio State University football star and business owner Dionte’ Johnson stops by to preview Jersey Week and talk about his incredible patch designs.

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40:46

Don't Call Minnesota United Underdogs

The Call Up ·

2021/10/12

The Call Up welcomes in the “Gaffer” of Minnesota United, Adrian Heath! He explains why his team are no longer the underdogs and what it will take for the Loons to finish above the playoff line. Plus, his journey to the US and how a moment with a Stoke City legend helped shape his winning mentality.

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32:07

Get to Know ATLUTD’s Gonzalo Pineda

The Call Up ·

2021/10/05

Atlanta United head coach Gonzalo Pineda joins the show. From his playing days in Liga MX and MLS to coaching alongside Brian Schmetzer, Pineda has done it all. Gonzalo pulls back the curtain on an emotional night for Josef Martinez after scoring his 100th goal, changing the culture at ATLUTD, and the formula his team needs to implement in order to make the playoffs in 2021.

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45:14

Who is the person behind “Jermaine Jones”?

The Call Up ·

2021/09/28

USMNT, Bundesliga, & MLS legend Jermaine Jones joins the show! Jones breaks the news of his upcoming book and his MLS coaching plans. He opens up about who Jermaine Jones really is versus the “warrior people wanted to see on the field." Plus! You’ll never guess which USMNT legend gave him one of his tattoos...

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46:47

Maurice Edu: The Bad Moments Are Good Stories to Tell...

The Call Up ·

2021/09/21

Former soccer player, current broadcaster, or future movie star? What about...all of the above! The busiest guy in soccer, Mo Edu, joins the Call Up! From working for THREE different networks to producing Hollywood films with Common, Mo LITERALLY does it all. He shares his fascinating soccer journey from player to broadcaster, with plenty of stories in between! Plus, The Call Up celebrates a big night for Ted Lasso...and can now say we’ve had an Emmy winner as a guest. Cheers to that!

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46:02

Losada Ball: “If You Never Try, You Never Know”

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2021/09/14

D.C. United head coach Hernan Losada discusses his first year at the helm and why “Losada Ball” works for the club. From growing up in Buenos Aires to playing, and coaching, in his adopted home of Belgium, Losada explains why coaching was always in his future and why this D.C. team could make some noise in the playoffs. Plus, the scoop on his drivers license after that infamous IG story! Julian Gressel also stops by with a touching tribute and important message as we fight to

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34:51

Bruce Arena: USMNT Has to "Do a Little Bit of Growing...

The Call Up ·

2021/09/07

The winningest coach in MLS, Bruce Arena joins the show! His secret? “There are no rules.” After collecting 2 points from 2 matches, the former USMNT boss tells us how we should be feeling about the USMNT’s World Cup Qualifiers performances and what he would say to Weston McKennie. Plus, how good is his 2021 New England Revolution? Arena says he doesn’t even know...YET.

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36:34

The Ball Doesn’t Know Your Age

The Call Up ·

2021/08/31

Brian Dunseth brings his wealth of expertise to this week’s show! The former MLS defender talks about everything from early MLS days, (including geese in a bedroom and Alexi Lalas as a roommate) to his now role at Sirius XM FC. Plus, Dunny doesn’t hold back in discussing the departure of former Real Salt Lake head coach Freddy Juarez to Seattle, an update on the club’s search, and a surprise...cameo...from Bruce Arena.

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59:22

The Stars are Shining in LA at MLS All-Star

The Call Up ·

2021/08/24

The Stars are shining out here in LA as Susannah and Jillian come to you LIVE from MLS All-Star Week. From MLS All-Star Game presented by Target to MLS Skills Challenge Presented by AT&T 5G and ALL the events in between, come join the ladies as they break down all the excitement. Joined by an ALL STAR roster of guests, including Angel City FC Founder and President Julie Uhrman, 2x MLS Cup winner and 8x MLS-All Star Cobi Jones, and Philadelphia Union legend Ray Gaddi, this is one you won't want to

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38:18

Prank Wars Part II w/ Johnny Russell & Daniel Salloi

The Call Up ·

2021/08/17

The gloves are off in this episode with teammates and besties Daniel Salloi & Johnny Russell of Sporting Kansas City. Find out how well they really know each other, who has the better style, and the story of the epic send off they gave Gianluca Busio. Laughs for days, people!

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29:18

All Aboard the Ricardo Pepi Hype Train

The Call Up ·

2021/08/10

All Aboard: Coming at you from the Lake! FC Dallas phenom striker Ricardo Pepi joins the show. The 18 year old discusses his Mexican roots, being selected by Bob Bradley as a 2021 MLS All-Star coach's pick, and his future in MLS. Plus: we hear from the FC Dallas social media coordinator that took the Pepi hype train to another level with some new ink. Does The Call Up & Donda have more in common than you realize? Tune in!

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31:00

Christian Fuchs is Ready To “Pull a Charlotte”

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2021/08/03

Premier League champion and face of 2022’s Charlotte FC, Christian Fuchs joins the show. He discusses the magical 2015/2016 season for Leicester City and why he wants to “pull a Leicester” in Charlotte. Plus, hear the inside scoop on his brand, No Fuchs Given, and why ending up in the Queens City was written in the cards.

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