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Four guys talk Minnesota United, craft beer and real life, providing an independent and unbiased perspective of MNUFC's tactics and decisions. These guys are unwilling to hold back on their opinions about the Loons and their direction while throwing in humor, insight into their lives, and odd news with a sprinkling of guests to boot. They regularly visit Minnesota craft breweries, recording on location, to offer listeners an opportunity to explore and support the local, thriving craft beer culture.

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United States

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Four guys talk Minnesota United, craft beer and real life, providing an independent and unbiased perspective of MNUFC's tactics and decisions. These guys are unwilling to hold back on their opinions about the Loons and their direction while throwing in humor, insight into their lives, and odd news with a sprinkling of guests to boot. They regularly visit Minnesota craft breweries, recording on location, to offer listeners an opportunity to explore and support the local, thriving craft beer culture.

Twitter:

@LoonacyP

Language:

English


Episodes
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212 It's The Same Old Situation : Somebody's Back In Town, Loons Tactics & Plungers

5/13/2024
The guys open the podcast talking about what they did for Mother's day, and then get to the nights beers. They then discuss an update regarding Rey being back in the Twin Cities, and the steps he has to go through to get back on the pitch. Next, they discuss some Loons tactics, and try to figure out formation Ramsay is going for in his early career. They then make their predictions on the upcoming games against the Galaxy & Timbers. They finish the podcast with a story about a guy marking buildings in Duluth, snakes in a guys pants, & things you shouldn't bring on a plane.

Duration:00:54:34

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211 Road Warriors : Loons Beat Atlanta & Monsters In The Closet

5/6/2024
The guys start the podcast talking about throwing hot dogs in the Metrodome & what they did over the weekend. Then it's on to the nights beers, and Rey's latest instagram feed. The Loons victory over Atlanta is up next. They discuss the formation, the lineup, a quiet first half, Arriaga scoring for his new baby, another Tani goal, some late game defensive breakdowns, and how many finger wags to get a yellow card. Up next, Tony talks about the 75 anniversary of the Superga plane disaster, which killed many members of Turino FC. Then it's on to some MN soccer history, and they finish up the pod with a story about monsters in girls closet.

Duration:01:19:00

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210 Bongi's Slip & Slide Adventures : Loons Beat SKC & Things You Shouldn't Call The Cops For

4/29/2024
The guys open the podcast discussing Tony & Dave's Saturday road trip and David buying a new house. They then get into the nights beers, and a discussion about the Loons victory over SKC at Allianz Field. They talk about the lineup, the formation, a fast start, potential offsides, an SKC comeback, needing to put teams away at home, some errors in subbing, and Tony's hate of Johnny Russell. They then make their predictions for the upcoming game in Atlanta. They finish the podcast talking about some southern residents using the cops for their pest control issues.

Duration:01:25:20

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209 It Was A Family Sized Bucket Of Cookies : Loons Win On The Road & Drunk Vultures

4/22/2024
The guys open up the pod talking about their weekends, and to celebrate 420, do a little weed talk. Then it's on to the nights beers, and a discussion about the Loons victory over Charlotte. They talked about the juggling of the lineup, Tani getting the start, some rotating formations, early chances, goals by Tani, Lod & Dotson, and how the Loons really dominated this game from the 15 minute mark till the end. They then make their predictions on the upcoming home match up against SKC. MN soccer history is up next, and they end the podcast with a story about some vultures who had a little too much fruit cocktail.

Duration:01:03:02

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208 Are The Loons More Than Meets The Eye : A Loss, Hot Fudge Sundaes & Beer Can Island

4/15/2024
The guys open the pod discussing what they did the past week, and play a clip from an Old Country Buffet training video. Then it's on to the nights beers, and an updated on the Rey situation. The Loons loss to Houston is up next. They discuss the lineup, Hugo's first game, an only goal, slip sliding on the turf, an almost goal, & a better second half. They then make their predictions for the upcoming game against Charlotte. Some MN soccer history is up next, followed by a story about an island for sale in Florida. They finish the podcast discussing the return of the original Transformers animated movie to theaters.

Duration:01:30:42

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207 Meaningless Passes & Another Late Goal : Loons Draw RSL & Where Not To Go On An Airplane

4/8/2024
The guys open the podcast discussing what they did during the past week, which included a visit to Heavy Rotation for their 2nd anniversary. Then it's on to the nights beers, and a very brief discussion about MNUFC2's loss in the Open Cup. They then discuss the Loons draw against RSL. They talk about the lineups, no Rey again, Padelford manning the middle, a flat first half, tilting the pitch in the 2nd half, another later goal by Tani, & a red card that shouldn't have happened. They then make their predictions regarding the upcoming against the Dynamo at Allianz Field, and end the podcast with two stories about the oldest man in the world, and having to use the bathroom on an airplane.

Duration:01:28:31

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206 Welp, There Goes Our Undefeated Season : Loons Fall Flat In Philly & Gators Go North

4/1/2024
The guys start off the podcast talking about what they did for Easter. Then they move on to the nights beers, and the Loons loss to Philly on Saturday. They discuss the lineups, Rey's absence, a potential hand ball, a flat first half, an error by Erickson and the Loons not being to come back. They then make their predictions on the upcoming match against RSL, which is followed by some Mn soccer history. They end the podcast with a story about a gator showing up a little too far north.

Duration:01:20:45

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205 Off Week Musings : Loons Friendly, MNUFC2 Open Cup & She's A Firestarter

3/25/2024
The guys open the pod talking about what they did the past week. They talk about Boondox Bar & Grill partnering with Elm Creek Brewing for a fun Easter egg contest. Then it's on to the nights beers and some brief discussions about the Loons midweek friendly against St. Patrick's FC and MNUFC2's victory in the US Open Cup. They then make their predictions regarding the Loons upcoming match against Philly. They end the show with a funny story about a nude fire starter in Florida.

Duration:00:48:56

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204 Welcome To Allianz Field Mr. Ramsay : Loons Beat LAFC & Rats With The Munchies

3/18/2024
The guys start the podcast talking about what they did over the past week. They then dive into the nights beers and the Loons 2-0 victory over LAFC at Allianz Field. They discuss the goals, some questionable non-calls, a solid showing by the back 4, Rey's first game of 2024 and what the lineup might look like in two weeks. Then it's on to a little MN Soccer history & the finish the show with a story about rats in New Orleans eating all the police departments weed.

Duration:01:29:07

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203 Do We Have To Wait Until The End : Loons Beat Orlando City & A Turtle Army

3/11/2024
The guys open the podcast with Tony talking about the death of a family member, inheriting a cat, and what happened in the last week. Then it's on to the beers and a discussion of the Loons victory over Orlando City on Saturday night. They discuss the lineup, all the goals, refs gone wild, a late red & Bongi's goal to close out the win. They then make their predictions about next weeks game at home against LAFC. This is followed by some MN soccer history, and they close the podcast with a funny story about a man and his army of turtles.

Duration:01:38:17

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202 There's No Place Like Home : Loons Take It To The Limit To Draw Columbus

3/4/2024
The guys tackle the MNUFC Home Opener against the reigning champions Columbus Crew, the return of Christian Ramirez to Minnesota, & tough on the possible changes Eric Ramsay will bring when he arrives in town. They then move on to predictions on the upcoming match against Orlando, and finish up the show with some MN soccer history.

Duration:01:34:00

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201 No Rey, No Bongi, No Problem : Loons Win The Opener & Goodbye To A Festival For Naked Men

2/26/2024
The guys start the podcast talking about plans for the Loons Home Opener, beers, covid & the hiring of Eric Ramsay as the new manager. Then it's on to the Loons victory over Austin in the MLS Season Opener. They discuss the lineup, the formation, Lod's goal in the first half, the interim manager making interesting subs in the second half and a great run & pass by Clark that set up the deciding goal. They also discuss the youth on the team, and the Loons starting to get some homegrown players in the mix. Predictions for the home opener are up next, followed by a short MN Soccer History segment. They finish the podcast with a story about a 1,000 year old festival of naked men coming to an end in Japan.

Duration:01:29:19

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200 Hope It Was Worth The Wait : Loons 2024 Predictions & An Explosive Bathroom Remodel

2/19/2024
The guys start the podcast talking about what's been going on since they recorded a month ago, and celebrate their 200th episode. Then its on to the nights beers, why the preseason doesn't really matter and the Loons new Starry Night jersey. The guys then make their predictions on where the Loons will end up in the western conference and predict the score of next weeks opening game against Austin. They then play a Loons based gameshow hosted by Connor, and finish up the episode with a story about finding a grenade in a bathroom.

Duration:01:28:51

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199 Look Who Finally Showed Up : Rey Joins the Squad & I See Dead People

1/23/2024
The guys open the podcast talking about life & emergency appendectomies. Then it's on to the nights beers, and the announcement that Rey has finally joined the squad for preseason training. They then discuss the multiple new signings, some signing rumors and the GM situation. Some MN Soccer history is up next, and they finish the podcast with a story about relatives collecting social security on a dead person.

Duration:01:17:44

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198 Help Wanted : Loons Lose Another Manager & Skinny Dipping With Bass

1/9/2024
The guys start the podcast talking about weather, life, and Dave being in the Cleveland area for work. Then it's on to the nights beers, and a discussion about McAuley leaving his post as the Interim Manager. They then discuss one of our super draft picks deciding to go back to college. They then talk about the Loons 2024 schedule, and which games they are looking forward to. MN Soccer history is up next, and they end the episode discussing a story about a guy taking a swim in the tank at a Bass Pro Shop.

Duration:01:12:42

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197 It's All About The Benjamin's : MLS Dumps The US Open Cup & The Importance Of Voting

12/19/2023
The guys start the pod talking about what they've been doing in the past couple weeks. Then it's on to the nights beers and news that the Loons are resigning Will Trapp. They then discuss Sean McAuley being named Interim Manager through the start of the season. The big news of MLS leaving the US Open Cup in 2024 is up next, which turns into a discussion about money, Messi, Next Pro, and the FA Cup. Connor is up next with some MN Soccer history, & they end the episode with a story about a council candidate who didn't vote for himself.

Duration:01:14:53

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196 Just The Tip : Loons Talk & Extra Protein In Your Salad

12/5/2023
The guys open the podcast talking about what they did during the last two weeks and European Markets in the Twin Cities. Then its on to the nights beers and news about the new general manager. They then discuss Friday's announcements about contracts that were renewed & declined and what it means for the upcoming season. They then discuss some potential new rules for MLS regarding the sin bin. They end with a brief episode of MN Soccer History and a story about a salad in NY that included a little something extra.

Duration:01:13:38

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195 Hiring Now For The Future : Loons Hire A CSO & The Search For The Golden Toilet

11/21/2023
The guys open the podcast discussing what's been going on in their lives for the past two weeks. Then it's on to the nights beers and an opening chat about the hiring of a new CSO. They discuss his background and how he technically won't be available until he's done with his current team next spring. This spills into talk about a new manager, and how the decision will likely be made by the current front office. They talk about the front four of the Loons attack next, and offer some tidbits about Bongi and Rey. MN Soccer History is up next, and they end the podcast about a missing toilet made of gold.

Duration:01:02:41

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194 Vegas Baby, Vegas : Loons End Of The Year Awards & A Nine Fingered Cop

11/7/2023
The guys open the podcast talking about Tony & Dave in Vegas, and other things that have been happening. Then it's on to the nights beers and handing out some awards for the Loons. The discuss the MVP, LVP and Best Newcomer. Connor is next with some MN Soccer History & the end the podcast talking about a cop who lost part of a finger.

Duration:01:19:50

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193 Out With A Whimper : Loons Miss The Playoffs & Hot For Teacher

10/23/2023
The guys open the podcast talking about what they did over the weekend and the beers they are drinking. They then discuss their pre-season predictions and the Loons decision day matchup against SKC. They discuss the lineups, the formation and teams lack of effort during the game. This was followed by some talk about Rey's future with the club and a potential youth movement moving forward. Then it's some MN Soccer History and they close the podcast talking about a teacher who's now making a million dollars on OnlyFans.

Duration:01:20:39