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Stumptown Radio

Stumptown Footy

A weekly show talking about all things Portland Timbers, Portland Thorns, and soccer in the Rose City. Featuring recaps, analysis, shenanigans, and interviews with players & coaches! RSSVERIFY stumptownfooty.substack.com

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72:38

Timbers rise, Thorns continue to fall

Stumptown Radio ·

2024/09/20

The pod crew (except for Phuoc and Melina) is here to break down a pair of midweek games that could not have gone in more different directions. In the first segment, Sam, Alex, and Jeremy break down the Timbers’ huge 4-2 win over the Galaxy and discuss Evander’s MVP bonafides.Then in a much more of a bummer second segment, Wilder joins Sam and Jeremy to discuss the death spiral that is the Portland Thorns after they blew a 2-0 lead to lose in San Diego. You know it got bad when the harshest take

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58:56

STF talks to Phil Neville + Derby day recap

Stumptown Radio ·

2024/09/10

Sam, Alex, and Phuoc sit down to talk to the big man himself: Portland Timbers head coach Phil Neville! We chat with coach about how he and his family are settling into Portland, the bond he already feels between the city and the players, how he manages young players, and what he really thinks about Liam Ridgewell when they met on the field years ago.Before all that, the STF boys discuss Portland’s rousing derby win over Seattle and forecast the stretch run of the 2024 season.All that and more,

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62:17

Thorns lose, and Thorns win

Stumptown Radio ·

2024/09/06

An up and down week saw the Thorns lose at home 3-1, and then win at home 3-1. What does it all mean? Are the Thorns cooked? Are they fixed? How do they navigate the rest of the season? The Stumptown crew takes to the microphones to figure it all out.Plus, the crew talks through Alex Morgan’s retirement and reflects on her impact on soccer in the Rose City, in the USA, and around the world.Including: Wilder’s new Spanish stardom, Melina’s “Optimism Corner”, Phuoc’s harsh but necessary truths, and

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35:00

Busy Summer Window & Welcome Back Olympians

Stumptown Radio ·

2024/08/29

Welcome home Olympians! We are so happy to be back with Portland Thorns talk. Melina, Wilder, and I discuss the summer window, Gotham FC match, preview the massive game against Bay FC, and so much more. * Did Karina LeBlanc and the Thorns do enough during the summer window?* What were the key takeaways from their match at Gotham? * Did the starting XI cost them the game? Should Alexa Spaanstra AND Reilyn Turner both started? * Can the Portland Thorns bounce back at home against Bay FC? This will be

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55:42

Defensive Lapses Continue & Cascadia Clash Week...

Stumptown Radio ·

2024/08/28

Happy Cascadia Week! Alex, Jeremy (Cascadia FC), and I hop on the mics to discuss that defensive disasterclass and attacking masterclass against St. Louis City SC. We fully review the game including: defensive lapses, attacking firepower, and officiating. How did the Portland Timbers do in the summer window? Alex and Jeremy share their thoughts on whether it was enough to get them into contender status. The Seattle Sounders are coming into town on Saturday. We preview the matchup which has massive

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46:08

Stump It or Boot It, volume 1

Stumptown Radio ·

2024/08/09

In a special episode of Stumptown Radio, the whole STF gang is all together to debut Stump it or Boot it! In this “evaluate the take” style game, the gang runs down a number of takes/statements/topics/predictions for both the Timbers and Thorns. Which takes will make the gang say “Stump It”, hop on the stump and defend the take, or “Boot it”, and kick the take out of here and disagree? Who makes the strongest arguments? Listen on and find out!Featuring: Grumpy Melina, Game Show Host Sam, Optimistic

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75:16

NWSL Summer Cup blues, but the Timbers cruise

Stumptown Radio ·

2024/08/04

The Thorns are done in the NWSL Summer Cup, but the Timbers are just getting warmed up in the Leagues Cup. Sam, Wilder, Phuoc, and Alex sit down to chat through the summer affairs of PTFC, and what the future holds for both clubs.Plus: Sam’s blatant omission, Phuoc’s Flu Game, Alex’s love of Larrys, and Wilder’s unenviable goalkeeper decision. This is a public episode. If you’d like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit

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100:42

Timbers enter the Leagues Cup, Thorns get their mojo...

Stumptown Radio ·

2024/07/27

It’s transfer szn, and Sam, Alex, and Jeremy chatted through the Timbers needs. Plus, they preview the upcoming Leagues Cup. Then Sam and Melina sit down to chat the Thorns’ latest goal-splosion and team Canada’s, uh, technological extracurriculars. All that and more, including: Sam’s long extended metaphors, Alex’s Liverpool connections, Jeremy’s singing audition, and Melina’s surprising national team allegiances. This is a public episode. If you’d like to discuss this with other subscribers or

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15:50

Quick Take Hot Take - Rob Gale Named Permanent Head...

Stumptown Radio ·

2024/07/20

As announced by general manager, Karina LeBlanc, the Portland Thorns are moving forward with Rob Gale as their permanent head coach. We discuss our initial surprise, the ‘interesting’ timing, and what this means for the club. Don’t miss this episode as Melina has an honest and passionate reaction, Wilder comes with her trademark optimism, and Phuoc, unfortunately, seems confused and still in shock. This is a public episode. If you’d like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus

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102:29

Timbers transfer talk, Thorns transfer angst

Stumptown Radio ·

2024/07/19

It’s transfer season, and the Stumptown Footy gang is here to break it all down in a mega-sized episode. Will Eryk Williamson be traded? What’s the deal with McKenzie Arnold signing? Who is the right person to lead the Thorns? Listen on to find out!Featuring: Melina “What kind of serious team is this?” Gaspar, Alex “Bucket Hat” Barnes, Sam “I forgot jerseys exist” Svilar, Phuoc “Bringing the takes” Nguyen, and Wilder “Coach Sincy!” Isom. This is a public episode. If you’d like to discuss this with

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52:37

Macca Attack(a): Thorns sign another keeper

Stumptown Radio ·

2024/07/13

The Portland Thorns signed themselves another keeper! With Mackenzie Arnold in the fold, what does that mean for Portland’s goalkeeper room? Sam, Phuoc, and Wilder hop on the microphones to discuss. The gang also expresses their concern about Portland’s goalscoring (or lack thereof) and previews what is expected to be a hot summer transfer window.All that, plus: Phuoc’s standings angst, Sam’s questionable audio, and Wilder’s *gasp* pessimism. This is a public episode. If you’d like to discuss this

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66:54

Dairons are Forever

Stumptown Radio ·

2024/07/12

Returning from its one week mini-hiatus, Stumptown Radio review the past three Timbers games and all the goals scored therin. Sam, Alex, Phuoc, and Jeremy give an ode to Dairon Asprilla and his time in Portland, and then dive into the loss in Dallas and the beatdown on Nashville.All that and more in this episode, including: Alex’s dying tomato plant, Phuoc’s vertically, Sam’s echo chamber, and an all-time take from Jeremy. This is a public episode. If you’d like to discuss this with other

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91:53

Green is Gold, Timbers chat, and Thorns lamenting

Stumptown Radio ·

2024/06/29

To get you set for a double-matchday, the latest episode of Stumptown Radio features everyone (except Sam) talking Timbers and Thorns.First, Alex, Phuoc, and Jeremy talk through Portland’s momentum, preview the Minnesota match, and also get emotional about a departing bicycle-kicking legend. Then, Phuoc, Wilder, and Melina appropriately ask “what is going on??” with the Thorns, after a brutal home loss to KC.All that and more in this episode including… well you’ll have to listen to find out! This

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72:46

Timbers win (ugly) and the Thorns draw

Stumptown Radio ·

2024/06/22

The Timbers tallied a road win, but caused a whole lot of consternation. Alex, Sam, and Jeremy break it all down in the first segment. Then, Phuoc, Wilder, and Melina join Sam to talk through the Thorns 0-0 draw in Seattle and chat about how worried we should be about Portland’s offense (spoiler: kind of!).All that and more in this episode, including: Alex’s statbook, Sam’s leaky memory, Wilder’s (gasp) waning optimism, Phuoc’s injury corner, Melina’s dose of reality, and Jeremy “dragons on my TV”

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84:49

STR: Sophia Smith's incredible red card, and the...

Stumptown Radio ·

2024/06/16

The Portland Thorns got back to their winning ways against the Courage, but lost Sophia Smith for their rivalry match — in incredible fashion. Sam, Alex, and Wilder got together to break down the win and talk about Portland’s chances in Seattle without Smith and without Sam Coffey.Then in the second segment, Sam and Alex chat through the Portland Timbers’ 0-0 draw in St. Louis. They heap praise on Zac McGraw, King Pants, and Claudio Bravo, and then dive a bit into Evander’s MVP bonafides using an

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39:28

STR Special: Timbers & Thorns Mock Draft!

Stumptown Radio ·

2024/06/11

We got a fun one for you today, folks.In honor of the Portland Timbers and Portland Thorns joint Green is Gold Charity Match, the STF crew decided to have a little fun. Ahead of the real draft set for Wednesday, Sam & Alex and Wilder & Phuoc went head-to-head to draft their own joint Timbers and Thorns starting XI’s (plus one sub).Listen in to see who was the first pick, who made the cut, and how the starting XI’s match up!And finally, head to the Stumptown Footy Substack to vote on who you think

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58:13

STR: The Thorns return! Can they get back to winning...

Stumptown Radio ·

2024/06/08

It’s a Thorns-extravaganza as Sam, Phuoc, and Wilder sit down to chat about the Thorns picking back up their season after the international break. What’s the key to Rob Gale overcoming his first loss as interim head coach? What are this team’s biggest strengths and weaknesses? And what do think about Portland’s group for the first ever Concacaf W Champions Cup?All that and more in this episode, including: Wilder’s new cycling buddy, Phuoc’s potential Cascadia hype, and Sam’s potential podcaster’s

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63:39

STR: Timbers midseason check-in - A Turner Corned??

Stumptown Radio ·

2024/06/06

Believe it or not, we are halfway through the Portland Timbers’ slate of MLS games in the 2024 season. Coming off a 2-2 home draw and a seven point week, what do we make of the Phil Neville era thus far? Sam, Alex, and Phuoc break down Portland’s latest match, give their midseason grades, chat summer transfer window wants, and chart the course for what Portland needs to accomplish in the rest of the year.All that and more, including: Alex christening a new Timbers villain, Phuoc christening a brand

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76:24

STR: One streak ends, and another begins?

Stumptown Radio ·

2024/05/31

Sam’s back in town, and the Timbers gave him two — yes, two — wins to discuss. One of those also included their first — yes, first — clean sheet of the season. Sam, Phuoc, Alex, and Cascadia FC’s Jeremy Peterman break down Portland’s victory in Austin and if it means Portland has indeed turned a corner.Then in the second segment, Sam and Melina sit down to recap the end of the Thorns’ win streak, and what Rob Gale has to do to get his team back on track after tasting defeat for the first time.All

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68:04

STR: Timbers Make History & Thorns Face Orlando Pride...

Stumptown Radio ·

2024/05/24

Can you believe it? The Portland Timbers have made history! Alex Barnes, Jeremy Peterman, and I break down the game in Minnesota, the crucial game at home against Sporting KC, and so much more. We also talk up the biggest regular season game in NWSL history with the Portland Thorns (W6) taking on the Orlando Pride (W7). The visitors are looking to tie the record while the home side will look to break it. Can Rob Gale and Portland pick up a massive result on the road? Our predictions are… Who would

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