The Women's Game

Good Vibes is back and its bringing you way more than just Finn wearing a raincoat. The streak is dead in Orlando courtesy of Becky "Slidetackle" Sauerbrunn. Plus, Lynn broke her own scoring record, Temwa broke Sam Kerr's scoring record, and Christen Press is back on the scoresheet. Sam and Lynn reminisce about their favorite CP23 goal of all time, Becky pops in for a surprise download on how they handed OrLando the L, and Lynn talks about the emotions of breaking a record with every goal she scores. Then, an emergency breaking news update from Sam on Jonas Eidevall's resignation. And, Sam and Lynn wonder why so many great players are sitting on WSL benches? Later, an update on the Champions League and how Man City toppled the giants of Barcelona. And an email with some perfect puns to set your week up right.

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Sam is joined by England and Arsenal forward Beth Mead to discuss her early years falling in love with soccer, how her perspective on life and football shifted after a year of highs and lows, and what she is most looking forward to with Arsenal this season.

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The Shield has been secured by Orlando! Sam and Lynn reminisce about their back-to-back Shield wins with North Carolina and speculate as to how the Pride handle the remaining 3 matches now that they've locked up first. Then, Gotham are also on a tear with 18 goals in just two matches. Lynn gives her thoughts on how it opened up against Bay FC this past week, as well as what's to come for the Batties. And, Angel City were given a 3-point penalty before the weekend. They dive into what happened, how the salary cap affects the league, and some ideas as to how to address this moving forward. Later, the Chaaaaaaampions League is back. Sam and Lynn get you prepped for all the big matches including Man City vs. Barcelona. Last up - the zombie apocalypse is coming, so how do Lynn, Sam and Becky handle it? The answer may involve a class clown.

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Sam is joined by England and Bayern Munich midfielder Georgia Stanway to discuss their time at Man City together, Georgia's move to Bayern, and how much she is enjoying learn how to give tattoos.

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The season of spooky is upon us, and it's time for all of us to decide... is it witch? Sam and Becky start out discussing the drama in the NWSL, stomaching the question - can Orlando lose? They also talk about picking Portland up in their last four matches and making playoffs. Then, on the heels of her retirement announcement, Canadian legend and greatest goalscorer of all time Christine Sinclair joins the show to talk about her 25-year career, her choice to hang it up, and to tell a story about how Becky spurned her big time. Last up, a WSL update, a spooky question, and Becky and Sam decide... is it witch?

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Sam is joined by Norway and Chelsea forward Guro Reiten to discuss what new Chelsea manager Sonia Bompastor has already brought to the club, her on and off field connection with Sam Kerr, and how painting helps her relax.

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Football... over family? This week's Good Vibes reunites our captain Sammy with Lynn Williams who is on the brink of eclipsing the most assists title on top of her most goals title in the NWSL. Sam and Lynn catch up about the week's news in the league, like KC's decisive win over the Spirit, Trin's injury, and Houston finally getting a dub! Then, it's high time Lynn choose a WSL team to support, so the team decides the best way to do that is naturally to have ChatGPT describe the clubs and force Lynn to choose. The answers... will surprise you. They also address the family rift caused by Sam’s support of Man City in the face of future sis-in-law Sam Kerr… draaaaama! Last up, they talk their favorite sports movie and the U20 World Cup. As they say in the biz... vroom vroom!

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ALERT! ALERT! It's an all new show from The Women's Game... Sammy Banana Phone, where the co-host is all of you! On this week's inaugural episode, Sam takes your calls ahead of the kick-off of the Women's Super League in England this weekend.

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Good Vibes on a Thursday! Sam and Lynn get together to look back at a big NWSL weekend that included an infamous "night night" from Trinity Rodman, a Portland slip and slide, and some surprising and unsettling comments from Houston's Diana Ordóñez. Then, they are joined by Sinead Farrelly, former Gotham FC and Ireland international, to look back on and celebrate her immense career. They discuss her comeback after six years of retirement, finding the mental fortitude to come back, and how it was all inspired by a one-time therapist. They also dig into how tough mental culture in soccer is, overcoming adversity, and what Sinead is hoping for in the future. The show finishes with your questions as always, and this time, it's freakin' fall flavored. Get the vibes going!

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Sam is joined by Angel City and New Zealand defender Ali Riley to talk through the joy of playing for her hometown team in Los Angeles, what it meant to her to play a World Cup in New Zealand, and how she is still making an impact on and off the pitch while she recovers from injury.

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Sam is joined by Bay FC and Zambia forward Racheal Kundananji to discuss how she fell in love with football, why she was so excited to come to the NWSL, and the foundation she has launched to support the next generation of young footballers in Zambia.

For more on Racheal's foundation, visit https://rkundananjifoundation.org/.

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In a blink, Alex Morgan, USWNT talisman, the face of the Women's Game in so many ways, stepped away from the game. Sam and Lynn take in the news and celebrate and remember Alex's best moments as well as the unsung things she did that would forever leave a mark on women's football both in the US and abroad. Later, they get into the other news in the NWSL, like Lynn's return from injury, two new big name owners hitting the sidelines, and the Ballon D'Or snub heard round the world. They finish with the return of the clones (IYKYK) and a question about liquids and phalanges. You can only get it here!

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Sam is joined by Gotham and Germany goalkeeper Ann-Katrin Berger to discuss her recent heroics as Germany took home bronze in Paris, her move to the NWSL with Gotham, and the incredible story of how she has beaten cancer twice.

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If you've ever felt like winning a soccer match was like the fresh scent of deodorant - this Good Vibes is for you. Get in as Sam and Becky take us through the wild weekend and get on topic of streaks - when is the momentum actually real? And how does it affect the team? Later, they're joined by Tori Huster, NWSLPA President, to discuss the historic new CBA and get into some of the realities of how it will impact the players and the league. Last up, a question from an amazing listener about how you would convince people you're not a clone. Sam and Becky, or should we say, Clone Sam and Clone Becky, are ready to bring in the good vibes!

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Sam is joined by Arsenal and England striker Alessia Russo to discuss her college days at the University of North Carolina, how much she is enjoying playing in front of packed crowds at Arsenal's Emirates Stadium, and how the Lionesses have used their historic Euros win in 2022 to grow the women's game in England and beyond.

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You don't want to miss this very special episode - The Good Vibes Gang are all together!! This is not a drill! Sam, Becky, and Lynn are in person, in studio to go over every last detail of Lynn's Olympics journey: how she didn't make camp, when she cold called Emma Hayes asking to be considered, and ultimately, the unlikely journey that led her to making the full roster, scoring a goal vs. Germany, and eventually breaking her Gold Medal. The three co-hosts learn to Lynn, Laugh, Legsleeve in a way you never even dreamed. Join for the Good Vibes, stay for the great vibes.

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Sam is joined IN PERSON by USWNT stars Rose Lavelle and Emily Sonnett to break down how the USWNT won GOLD in Paris.

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Sam is joined by England captain and Arsenal defender Leah Williamson to talk through her 18 years at Arsenal, that seismic 2022 Euros win for the Lionesses, and who her fashion icons are.

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LIVE FROM NEW YORK CITY, Sam and Rog sit down with the stars of Chelsea Football Club for a night of nights to celebrate one of the most dominant forces in global football. New manager Sonia Bompastor, San Diego's own Mia Fishel and club heroes Erin Cuthbert and Aggie Beever-Jones guest in a very special evening.

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Did you miss Good Vibes? Well good news, pal. We're FRIKIN back!! Becky and Sam reunite to ask the big questions about the US' epic Olympics gold medal victory - and wonder what to expect as the team reclaims their top world spot. Then, it's back to school for the NWSL and the team gets you prepped to dive back into the chaos league, including the latest transfers, what happened in the Liga MX NWSL Summer Cup, and the Wave's surprise appointment of USMNT great Landon Donovan. They round it out with news from the WSL, a good vibe to be remembered, and like any great podcast, a question about bread. We're BACK!!!

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Sam is joined by USL Super League President Amanda Vandervort for a USLSL 101 as the league kicks off this weekend.

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Sam is joined by Washington Spirit and England defender Esme Morgan to reminisce on their time in Manchester together, hear about how she is adjusting to life and soccer in the US, and what she is most looking forward to about playing in the NWSL.

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Sam Mewis and Becky Sauerbrunn are LIVE at the final whistle to break down all the action as the USWNT wins GOLD in Paris!

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Sam is joined by Becky Sauerbrunn to preview the USWNT’s final game at the Paris Olympics, the gold medal match against Brazil. They review the challenges of the knockout stages and the USWNT’s performance, preview the threats of this Brazil team with Marta returning from suspension, and look forward to the Bronze medal match, Spain vs Germany.

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Sam is joined by Gotham and USWNT forward Midge Purce to breakdown all the action from the USWNT's semifinal victory over Germany -- including the Sophia Smith moment of magic, Naomi Girma's excellence, and THAT Alyssa Naeher kick save.

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Sam is joined by Vivianne Miedema to preview the USWNT’s semi-final at the Paris Olympics against Germany. They review the USWNT’s tournament so far under Emma Hayes, preview the threats of this Germany team, and discuss the other quarter-final games and what the semi-finals could hold.

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Sam is joined by USWNT legend Brandi Chastain to breakdown all the action from the USWNT Olympics quarterfinal victory over a tenacious Japan, as a Trinity Rodman GOLAZO books the US a place in the semifinal.

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Sam is joined by Becky Sauerbrunn to preview the USWNT’s quarter-final at the Paris Olympics against Japan. They review the USWNT’s group stage where they achieved maximum points, discuss what challenges they will face in knockout football, preview the threats of the Japanese team, and look forward to some of the other key clashes in the quarter-finals.

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Sam is joined by her sister Kristie Mewis LIVE at the final whistle of the USWNT's 2-1 Olympics group stage victory over Australia to celebrate Lynn Williams' Leg Sleeve, Naomi Girma's brilliance, and to look ahead to Saturday's QF matchup against Japan.

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Sam is joined by Olympic bronze medalist, West Ham midfielder, and her big sister Kristie Mewis to preview the USWNT’s final group-stage game of the Paris Olympics against Australia. The USWNT has already qualified for the knockout stage, so they discuss a successful tournament so far and preview the main threats of the Australian team, and Sam Kerr makes a surprise appearance.

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Sam and Rog go live at the final whistle of the USWNT's emphatic 4 - 1 win over Germany to celebrate the attacking trio of Soph Smith, Mal Swanson and Trinity Rodman. Plus, a goal for Good Vibes FC co-shot Lynn Williams. And the Canadian team delivers victory as their federation remains embroiled in a drone spying scandal.

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Sam is joined by Georgia Stanway to preview the USWNT’s second game of the group stage at the Paris Olympics against Germany. They discuss how the USWNT is looking after their opening win against Zambia, how the German team could threaten them, and Georgia’s budding career as a tattoo artist.

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Sam is joined live by Gotham FC's Midge Purce right after the USWNT's 3-0 win over Zambia to breakdown the squad's opening match of the Paris 2024 Olympics.

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Sam is joined by Becky Sauerbrunn to preview the USWNT’s first game at the Paris Olympics against Zambia. They discuss concerns around the USWNT’s goal output and how they might get firing again, their Allstate player to watch Rose Lavelle, and the main threats in this Zambia side.

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Sam is joined by Rog to preview Group C at the Paris Olympics. In Group C, World Cup champions Spain will compete against Nigeria, Japan, and Brazil. Sam and Rog look forward to this hotly contested group, and preview tactics and players to watch.

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Sam is joined by Rog to preview Group A at the Paris Olympics. Group A will see teams from four continents face off: Canada, New Zealand, Colombia, and the host nation France. Sam and Rog preview the teams’ tactics, strengths and weaknesses, and players to watch this summer.

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Sam Mewis is joined by Rog to preview Group B of the women's football tournament at the 2024 Summer Olympics in Paris. Group B will see the USWNT face Zambia, Germany, and Australia. They discuss the USWNT’s chances under Emma Hayes, as well as the team's tactics, strengths, weaknesses, and players to watch for all the teams in the group.

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Sam is joined by Gotham FC’s and Team USA outside back Jenna Nighswonger to discuss what life is like training with Emma Hayes ahead of the Paris Olympics, what she learnt playing with “Team USA lite” at Gotham FC and whether she plans on scoring more Olympicos when she takes to the pitch in France.

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Sam is joined by Canada and Portland Thorns forward Janine Beckie to discuss the upcoming Olympics, her incredible return from injury earlier this year, and how she is constantly pushing the women's game forward.

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Sam Mewis is joined LIVE in NYC by USWNT head coach Emma Hayes, and players Rose Lavelle, Crystal Dunn and Lindsey Horan as the team gets ready to head to Paris.

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Sam is joined by legendary Netherlands striker Viv Miedema to discuss what she is looking for in her next club, how she takes care of both her physical and mental health, and what she learned last year while recovering from an ACL injury.

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It's barbecue time on Good Vibes and Sam and Becky are here to fire up the grill and cook up some takes. They start with the main course - the USWNT roster. Sam and Becky analyze Emma Hayes first major moves as manager, going through the full team selection, the surprises and the strategy they expect to see from the squad heading to the Olympics. They discuss the omission of Alex Morgan, what the alternates can bring, and the 11 they expect to see stack up. Later, the NWSL Coaching Carousel is spinning and they get into what Amy Rodriguez brought to Utah, Casey Stoney's surprise dismissal, and how Jonatan Giraldez can affect the already-winning Washington Spirit. Last up, they preview an epic summer ahead, and the three tournaments we'll be watching. See ya at the cookout!! You bring the barbecue sauce.

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Rog sits down with incoming Washington Spirit manager Jonatan Giráldez to talk through how he established a winning formula at Barcelona, what most excites him about joining the Washington Spirit, and how much he is looking forward to challenging himself in one of the most competitive leagues in the world.

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Sam is joined by Brazilian and Orlando Pride legend Marta to discuss the lengths she went to play as a young girl, the legacy she hopes to leave behind for both club and country, and her favorite goal she's ever scored.

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Up the Green! Good Vibes is back with a big win for Coach Sam Mewis, who famously, is undefeated in her managerial career. Sam and Becky begin by rehashing everything that went down in Sam's coaching debut with the Vermont Green. Later, they take us through the entire NWSL table, Hollywood style, and assess where each team stands after the midway point of the season. Last up, it's the debut of Book Talk with Becky Sauerbrunn. Get your summer reading, your NWSL fix, and your good vibes.

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Sam is joined by USWNT and San Diego Wave forward Jaedyn Shaw to discuss how an early love of futsal shaped her game, how she has adapted so quickly for both club and country, and her early impressions of new USWNT head coach Emma Hayes.

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Sometimes you got to know when to hold em... know when to fold 'em... know when Croix Bethune is gonna absolutely light it up in stoppage time... This week of Good Vibes FC is here and Sammy and Lynn are back to take you through all of the draws... poker pun very much intended. Gotham got a win, KC and Chicago had a high stakes tie, and Utah frikin did it! Later, they talk about the return of Christen Press, Sam Kerr's practical jokes, and what the best possible burned CD would have on it. It's high stakes out here, get into the Good Vibes.

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Sam is joined by Gotham and USWNT legend Kelley O'Hara to discuss her retirement announcement, relive her World Cup and Olympics glory, and look ahead to what is next for her post retirement.

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It's time to have the time of your liiiiiifeeeee... this week on Good Vibes, it's time to bust out those dance moves as the fireworks of the NWSL return. Sam and Lynn get together to talk through the biggest moments including Lynn's 79th goal celebration and Gotham's 2-1 win over LA, Chicago and Bay's Wrigley Field record setter, and the Kansas City goal show that just won't end. Later, they look at the CONCACAF Champions Cup Draw and discuss the realities of a new tournament, and they look back at Sinead Farrelly's amazing career as she retires. Last up, they talk about playing soccer with your sister, which they definitely have some takes about. And don't forget - when you're a jet, you're a jet!

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Sam Mewis and Roger Bennett are joined LIVE at the Madrid Theatre by some very special guests to talk all things KC Current and what makes Kansas City such a singular footballing city.

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