THE Soccer Dad-Pod
Based out of St. Louis, ”Soccer Dad-Pod” is a show with Top-Flight Guests who stomach the Mid-Table hosts. From THE ORIGINAL SOCCER CAPITAL OF THE UNITED STATES, there is no shortage of incredible stories that touch on the highest level of soccer success, to the grind of youth tryouts, and everything in between! From youth, to recruiting, to college, and beyond, we’ve got you covered!
Episodes
October 10, 2025 • 73 mins
Recent FIU grad/player, now assistant coach, Mateo Gasperoni joined to talk about his path from top academies in Italy, to the U15/17 Italian National Team, then making the jump to the states, and leaning into coaching the next-gen of American players in Southern Florida across NCAA to MLS Next, and High School. "Kids need to play more, train less."
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October 2, 2025 • 76 mins
Total Ace! Year 1 Head Coach at UNC Asheville, Danny Frid. From his overseas roots, to the plains of Oklahoma, NAIA, MO State Bears, and beyond... Coach Frid now leads the program at Big South Soccer Conference member: UNC Asheville.
Looking for recruiting help... check out Tony at Prospect 2 Player to see if you can find the "Right Fit" and turn it into your "Dream Fit."
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September 26, 2025 • 75 mins
4 time guest Greg Drozda, and 3 time guest Tony Doellefeld joined to talk about the recruiting landscape, the money landscape, and the delicate balance between all of it! From right fit schools, to NIL valuations, and more, this conversation gets into the weeds of the $$$!
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September 22, 2025 • 73 mins
This Jr. Bill, who grew up on The Hill, had a career that inspired many. Standing 5'5" in his prime, Jeff Cacciatore was an idol for many. From his early day's keeping up with his brothers, to landing a scholarship to play at SIUE, followed by a pro career that included the NASL and the MISL, Jeff's story is legendary in STL soccer circles.
#stlouis #steamers #nasl #misl #stlsoccer #halloffame
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September 16, 2025 • 76 mins
Tomas Gomez. A true STL native with a pathway taking him from Webster Groves, to Gateway Club, to SLSG, to Georgetown, the USMNT, and 10 years a pro. Now... it's time to give back with Gateway City Goalkeeping.
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#soccer #goalkeeping #training #hoyas #STLMade
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September 8, 2025 • 75 mins
Check out returning guest AJ Cochran, Adam Tilford of Session Taco's, and myself as we discuss Suarez biting, US Soccer Flailing, Blue Crab Taquitos, and more!
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September 2, 2025 • 57 mins
This Cougar alum, and long time Cougar Head Coach, takes us from North County to the bluffs of Edwardsville and chat's all things college soccer. Coach Ed Huneke talks about his roots and over 40 years of coaching the beautiful game. He also breaks down and gives me the "spine" of his "ALL TIME TEAM!"
Recorded at the Sports Academy in Glen Carbon, special thanks goes out to Justin McMillan for the host!!!
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August 26, 2025 • 73 mins
Zach and I were joined by MO State alum, soccer dad, and most importantly... "TEAM MANAGER," Josh Sampson. We chop up some key points from College Pathway Live, Lutz's exit, City's next steps, EPL early rankings, and listen to a little Jonny Paycheck & Bruno Mars... Really.
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August 22, 2025 • 66 mins
Part 2 of "College Pathway Live" recorded at St. Louis Scott Gallagher. In this episode our panel talks about the "MONEY." Scholarships, how many, the roll grades play, and more. They give some tips on player communication when reaching out, and they talk about the roll 3rd parties can play in helping land the right fit... (hint, it's rarely the dream fit.)
Kevin Stoll - St. Louis University D1
Josh Alderson - University of Misso...
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August 18, 2025 • 48 mins
Wow! Part 1 of our first "College Pathway Live" was a hit! We sat down with coaches from: SLU Men's, UMSL, Wash U., and SIUE to talk about all things college soccer recruiting. From where are they looking, which leagues, what player types, the intangibles, to social media, we covered a ton! Be sure to give us a follow to support the show and be on the lookout for Part 2 where we talk about THE MONEY, Agents, and more!
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August 13, 2025 • 65 mins
From Cork Ireland, to Memphis Soccer, to STL, we cover it all! This Irishman was on a pro trajectory when a showcase opened up a pathway to the States. With wages barely enough to cover the fuel to get to the club, Liam took advantage of a scholarship worth exponentially more that brought him to the Memphis Men's program. From that journey to TST, to a legendary goal at the event, and coaching high school soccer, we have a blast!!!...
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August 10, 2025 • 78 mins
Pat Barry has spent his life with the game. Most importantly, he's focused on the business side of things... which most "Soccer Guys" admittedly don't do well. Years of experience working with front offices, the coaching staffs, and connecting the parents and fans to the game, Pat breaks down some of his experiences and insights that have helped him be part of some amazing soccer success stories!
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August 5, 2025 • 70 mins
Bobby is a true OG! This New Jersey lad chatted up the early days, the travels, Pele, and more. Joined by his fellow NASL alum's... Steve Pecher & Denny Vaninger!!!
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August 1, 2025 • 81 mins
Got 2/3rds of the South End Supporters to join us to talk about their pod, their pet peeves, and no stats. These STL City Loyalists (and realists), talk about the inception of the show, the focus, and the reality of supporting a team that is simply not cutting it. GO GIVE THEM A FOLLOW!
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July 29, 2025 • 85 mins
"Bob The Builder"... Retired the winningest coach in D1 history, only coach to win 4 tournament games with different schools, holds the record for most conference championships (28), and he's LOVING his Grandpa Life!
Absolute ace of a human... Bob Warming.
#creighton #SLU #PennState #olddominion #ncaaD1 #collegesoccer
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July 25, 2025 • 70 mins
Chad Vandegriffe... true STL baller! From his early club days at Scott Gallagher, to D1 soccer powerhouses, and now 13 years a pro, we cover a lot!
Recorded live at 4 Hands Brewery in The District in Chesterfield, we sat down with the MASL anchor and chopped up all things 11 v 11, 6 v 6, and TST!!!
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#soccer #masl #tstsoccer #D1College #kansasCity #StLouis
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July 20, 2025 • 69 mins
New Harris Stowe head coach Jason Norsic joined us to talk all things between the pipes! From his SWIC days with LARRY PETRI, to the Ambush, and into the coaching ranks, this Psych grad is constantly learning and giving back to the game... especially the keeper contingency!
Recorded live at Amsterdam Tavern in STL!
#goalkeeping #soccer #collegesoccer #recruiting #gkunion #stlouis #harrisstoweuniversity #mckendree
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July 10, 2025 • 77 mins
Greg Lalas... Michigander, Creative, Ex-Pro, Dad, Rocker, and brother of that other Lalas soccer guy! We talked about his path, the players that stood out, the media growth of MLS & USL, Short Corner Media, and so much more.
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July 5, 2025 • 76 mins
This born and raised Memphian joined us to talk all things Memphis Men's Soccer, the Conference, and culture! Coach Tony McManus walks us through his Memphis roots, his pathway, and now experience and roll on the Memphis Men's Soccer staff!
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#soccer #collegesoccer #ncaaD1 #memphis #recruiting
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June 30, 2025 • 65 mins
Check out our chat with Big South Conference head coach Michael Antoniewicz from Univ. S. Carolina UP! This Scottish Lad talks about his rapid ascent, the program, the culture, and more!
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