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PODCAST

El Clásico Podcastico: a Barcelona and Real Madrid podcast

Mark Volinski and Payton McCann

Mark is a Real Madrid fan. Payton is a Barcelona fan. Both are American soccer converts, and always manage to be upset about something, even though they support the two most successful clubs of all time. Listen in as the boys explain exactly why the current coaches/owners of their teams are idiots, and what they would do instead.

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70:14

Barca Smash Madrid in SuperCup Clásico, Xabi Alonso...

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2026/01/13

Mark and Payton dig into a heaping helping of a Clasico clash, as Barcelona and Madrid trade blows in a wild SuperCup final, with a red card, stoppage time goals galore, and much more (3:28), and the boys also get into the many reasons behind Xabi Alonso's long-awaited sacking, before previewing the Copa Del Rey Round of 16 games, with Madrid taking on Albacete (1:00:06), and Barcelona facing Racing Santander (1:03:31).

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66:46

El Clásico Final Preview!!! + Wild Semi-Final games +...

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2026/01/10

In a titular episode of ECP, the boys are here to bring you the full El Clasico treatment. We start with reviews of Barcelona's romp over Athletic Bilbao (8:10) and Real Madrid's close call against rivals Atletico Madrid (18:58). Then, all eyes turn toward the Supercopa Championship, as we get a bonus El Clasico with Barca and Real squaring off for a trophy (29:48). We round things off with a fun fantasy draft (48:09). Don't miss it!!

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63:32

Gonzalo's Perfect Hat-trick Lifts Madrid; Joan Garcia...

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2026/01/06

The boys are back in and jazzed up to review two massive, action-packed la liga matchups, as star Barcelona keeper Joan Garcia returned to Espanyol in a stunning MOTM performance featuring many of the greatest saves you'll see (14:40), before youngster Gonzalo Garcia showed his stuff in a once-in-a-lifetime game for Madrid against Real Betis (31:59). Then, Payton previews Barcelona-Bilbao in the oil-money-drenched SuperCup (48:04), and Mark predicts Real Madrid's tussle with old rivals Atleti...

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58:20

2026 Kickoff! New Year's Resolutions + Reviews &...

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2026/01/03

Welcome back, Fanaticos! Congratulations on making it through another year with El Clasico Podcastico. In this inaugural episode of 2026, your favorite co-hosts are back to bring you the latest news, notes, and previews of what's to come for Barcelona and Real Madrid. We start with the latest news stories, then cover the final games of 2025, as Barcelona faced Villarreal (13:44) and Real Madrid ended the year against Sevilla (22:00). Then it's time for each team's new year's resolutions (31:0...

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62:20

Copa Chaos! Madrid Survive Talavera, Barcelona Squeak...

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2025/12/19

The boys review a surprisingly thrilling slate of midweek Copa Del Rey games, with Barcelona winning it late against a resolute Guadalajara side (4:24), and 3rd-tier Talavera de la Reina giving Real Madrid all they could handle in a heart-pounding affair (19:30). Plus, Mark previews a huge, must-win weekend game for Real against Sevilla (50:49), and Payton gives us his prediction for Barcelona's game against Villarreal (56:04).

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57:45

Copa del Rey Kickoff Preview! + La Liga Weekend Reviews

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2025/12/16

In this episode, your favorite Barcelona and Real Madrid podcast covers the intense weekend La Liga matchups, and concludes with the Copa del Rey opening games for their respective teams. We start with Barcelona's game hosting the bulls of Pamplona, Osasuna (4:36). Then Real Madrid's tight matchup against Deportivo Alaves gets a recap (19:29). Did Xabi do enough hugging to save his job?? Then we turn to the CDR, as Barcelona begin the campaign to retain their title by traveling to play agains...

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63:02

Barca Best Frankfurt, Man City Tops Madrid in UCL Tussle

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2025/12/12

The boys review a thrilling set of Champions League matches, as Barcelona improve their Top 8 chances with a come-from-behind victory against old nemesis Eintracht Frankfurt (6:16). Then, Real Madrid host Manchester City at the Bernabeu in a clash of European titans that lives up to the billing (28:37). Also, Payton previews an important La Liga matchup against Osasuna (51:50), and Mark looks for Real Madrid to get the train back on the tracks against Alaves (56:17).

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58:06

Barca on Fire, Madrid in Flames - Xabi OUT?? + HUGE...

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2025/12/09

In this historic episode of ECP, your favorite hosts are here to discuss the insanity that was the La Liga weekend, including Barcelona's romp over Real Betis (6:05), and Real Madrid's shocking loss to a struggling Celta Vigo side, which could spell the end of Xabi Alonso's tenure at the helm of the galacticos (22:42). Then, it's time to look ahead to a couple giant Champions League clashes, as Barcelona host familiar foes Eintracht Frankfurt (40:45) and Real Madrid fight for Xabi's job and t...

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128:37

The Return MEGA-SODE! Barcelona Thump Atleti, Top...

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2025/12/05

The boys are back! And have a football feast prepared as they examine the many ups and downs for Real Madrid and Barcelona over the past couple weeks. First, Madrid stumble yet again away at Elche in an awful performance (8:40). Then, Payton covers Barcelona's glorious return to the Camp Nou vs Athletic Club (21:30), before your hosts turn their attention to a couple exciting midweek Champions League clashes, Real Madrid traveling to Athens to face Olympiacos in a wild back-and-forth affair (...

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51:24

Messi Returns to Barcelona?? La Liga Recap: Madrid...

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2025/11/12

In this episode, Mark and Payton are here to bring you the latest news, highlights, and deep dives into all things Real Madrid and Barcelona. We start with some news concerning the Brazilian national team, and a stunning headline involving Lionel Messi. Then, it's time for La Liga action, as Real Madrid took on their crosstown little brothers, Rayo Vallecano (9:35), and Barcelona flew to play in what would prove to be a goal-studded evening vs Celta Vigo (23:40).

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65:13

Liverpool Thump Madrid, Brugge-Barcelona Instant...

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2025/11/07

The boys review a fascinating round of Champions League football, as Real Madrid struggle mightily at Anfield, forcing another historic performance from their legendary goalkeeper (4:22), and the Belgians take the fight to Barcelona in a wild end-to-end thriller (25:34). Plus, Mark gets you ready for Real Madrid's short trip to Vallecano on Sunday (54:03), and Payton dreads hobbled Barcelona's trip to Vigo (58:10).

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56:23

Real Madrid vs Liverpool UCL Preview!! + Barca v Club...

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2025/11/04

Welcome back, Fanaticos!! In this Champions League preview special, the boys are here to bring you the latest news, notes, and highlights from a goal-filled La Liga weekend, and preface the titanic clash coming up in the UCL. We start with the La Liga weekend review, as Real Madrid pounded a struggling Valencia side (8:08), and Barcelona took care of the other team from Valencia, Elche (21:39). Then, it's time for the main event, as Real Madrid travel to Anfield to take on their UCL rivals, L...

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28:10

Terrifying La Liga Previews! Real Madrid v Valencia,...

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2025/10/31

The boys discuss additional fallout from a memorable clasico, including a devastating injury for Barcelona, before delving into the weekend's matchups, with Real Madrid hosting the bats of Valencia (11:34), and Barcelona taking on surprisingly competent Elche (19:06) as they look to close Real's five point gap atop La Liga.

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58:18

Jude Shines, Yamal Sinks in Chaotic, Classic Clásico

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2025/10/28

This episode we review the dramatic, chaotic, and contentious El Clásico, featuring the game that your favorite podcast was created to cover. Mark swoons, and Payton seethes, as they take you through all the action that was an El Clasico for the ages. Don't miss it!!

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71:36

El Clásico Preview but Spooky! + UCL Reviews

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2025/10/24

The boys huddle around the campfire and tell scary tales of injured players, breakaway counter attacks, and more as they reveal what scares them most about the other team as Barcelona and Real Madrid prepare for their biggest game of the season (39:35), with Madrid hosting the first el clasico of the season. Your hosts also reveal what excites them the most in a game that should feature plenty of end to end thrills, and give their detailed predictions for the game. Plus, Payton discusses Barc...

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55:08

Red Flag City!! Barca - Madrid's Wild La Liga Weekend...

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2025/10/21

In this wild episode of ECP, the fellas are here to bring you the latest news and notes from a La Liga weekend filled with ejections, fouls, and golazos. We start with the review of Barcelona's scary match against crosstown rivals Girona (5:15), before moving on to Real Madrid's expectedly contentious match against Getafe, which featured multiple red cards (25:59). Then, it's time to return to the Champions League, as Barcelona host Olympiacos (41:37) and Real Madrid welcome Juventus (46:06)

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37:59

La Liga Returns! Barcelona vs Girona, Real Madrid vs...

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2025/10/17

The boys, and football, are back from the dreaded international break and its done a number on the el clasico squads, as your hosts first try to wade through a growing injury list (and some alarming ownership proposals for Real, 3:03) to figure out who is available for the rapidly approaching la liga games, with Real Madrid taking the short trip to Getafe (11:11), and a decimated Barcelona forward line hosting struggling Girona (23:10).

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60:47

Barcelona & Real Madrid: Where Do We Stand? +...

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2025/10/08

In this episode of El Clasico Podcastico, hosts Payton and Mark delve into the recent performances of Barcelona and Real Madrid, analyzing their struggles, leadership issues, and the impact of injuries. They discuss the mental aspects of the game, the importance of young players stepping up, and the upcoming matches that will be crucial for both teams' seasons. The rivalry remains intense as they reflect on the unpredictable nature of football and the challenges ahead.

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66:44

Can Alonso Stay Perfect at Atleti? + Yamal Eyes...

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2025/09/26

Mark and Payton discuss Real Madrid and Barcelona's recent spate of la liga games, including Madrid besting Espanyol via two long-range strikes (10:35), Barcelona besting foul-happy Getafe via a thunderous Torres finish (16:13), Vini scoring an all-timer at Levante to secure the win (26:14), and Lewandowski rolling back the years in a big comeback at Oviedo (37:58). And of course the boys get you ready for a massive Madrid Derbi at the weekend, with Real heading to the Metropolitano searching...

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71:53

Champions League Review: Rashford Ascendant at...

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2025/09/20

The boys review a thrilling set of opening "league phase" games for the el clasico sides, with Real Madrid hosting Marseille in a thrilling, end-to-end affair full of controversy (8:28), and Barcelona overcoming the rabid home support of Newcastle at St. James' Park (28:05). Plus, your hosts prepare for Real Madrid-Espanyol (55:37), and Barcelona-Getafe (1:02:45).

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