Episodes

  • Bonus Fantasy Premier League (FPL) Check-In
    Nov 18 2020
    With the international break winding down and Thanksgiving almost here, the First Touch Podcast decided it would be a good time to check in on the FPL season. Nate and Tyler are joined by Freddy and Drew to check in on the Fantasy Premier League a quarter of the way through the season.
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    49 mins
  • Episode 20: USMNT Preview
    Nov 11 2020
    United States soccer is back this week. For an American-based podcast, it's only taken 20 episodes to finally take some time to talk about the USMNT. Nate and Tyler give a United States men's national soccer team preview ahead of their friendlies against Wales and Panama. Plus, an update on the podcast's Fantasy Premier League performances, including talk of a potential bonus FPL episode next week. Stay tuned for an interesting quote from Napoli's manager in this week's Around the Net, as well as the Pub of the Week, located in Washington D.C. this week.
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    41 mins
  • Episode 19: Serie A Update & Zlatan Ibrahimovic Profile
    Oct 28 2020
    Sometimes the First Touch Podcast gets a little too caught up on the Premier League. We decided to change things up a bit this week. Nate and Tyler take a break from Premier League talk to provide an update on Italy's Serie A. Plus, this week's pitch profile on AC Milan superstar Zlatan Ibrahimovic. Stay tuned for a discussion on Pharrell's new Adidas jersey collabs, and a new Pub of the Week.
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    29 mins
  • Episode 18: European Premier League & Project Big Picture
    Oct 21 2020
    The European football landspace has taken a big hit financially due to the COVID-19 pandemic. Bigger clubs are now looking to try and shake things up because of it. Nate and Tyler discuss the possible restructuring efforts led by Fenway Sports Group, Liverpool and Manchester United regarding the European Premier League and Project Big Picture. Plus, the controversy surrounding Sergio Aguero, the possible return of Petr Cech to Chelsea, and this week's Pub of the Week.
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    42 mins
  • Episode 17: Champions League Group Stage Preview & James Rodriguez Profile
    Oct 7 2020
    The past week featured some crucial of red cards, massive upsets and a whole lot of goals. As if that wasn't enough for one week, the Champions League and Europa League also officially drew their groups for the 20/21 season. Nate and Tyler discuss the Champions League group stages, breaking down the top contenders out of each group. Plus, a profile on Everton's new star, James Rodriguez. The Columbian legend has had a long, winding road to Everton, but there has been one consistent with a lot of his clubs that you may not be familiar with. Be sure to listen, review, and subscribe to join the FTFC.
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    48 mins
  • Episode 16: TikTok Star Elischa Edouard & Highest-Paid Soccer Players
    Sep 30 2020
    Tyler still doesn't fully understand how TikTok works. Fortunately, First Touch brought on a guest to help explain it to him. Nate and Tyler are joined content creator, B/R Football contributor, and TikTok star Elischa Edouard to talk about his viral sensation. Plus, a breakdown of the top 10 highest-paid soccer players in the world.
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    54 mins
  • Episode 15: "The Super Genius" Mark Madden & Gareth Bale Profile
    Sep 23 2020
    Tottenham and Liverpool made some high-profile transfer moves this week, so naturally Nate and Tyler have a lot to talk about. Nate and Tyler are joined by Pittsburgh radio host and "The Super Genius" Mark Madden to talk about Liverpool's transfer rumors/signings and start to the season. Plus, this week's Pitch Profile on Gareth Bale, with the Tottenham Hotspurs bringing back their former star player on a one-year loan from Real Madrid. Send us your requests on who you would like us to cover in future Pitch Profile episodes, and be sure to subscribe and review wherever you listen to podcasts to join the FTFC.
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    1 hr and 12 mins
  • Episode 14: Todd Yeagley, IU Men's Soccer Coach
    Sep 16 2020
    A week-long break felt like an eternity for the First Touch Podcast. Hopefully listeners missed us as much as we missed them. Indiana University men's soccer coach Todd Yeagley joins Nate and Tyler to talk about his program, college athletics during COVID, and the state of soccer in America. Plus, this week's Pitch Profile on Liverpool's Mo Salah, the return of Premier League football, Liverpool's close call to Leeds United, and some interesting FIFA ratings controversy. Subscribe, review and follow the FTFC on Instagram @FirstTouchPod and Twitter @FTFCPod
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    1 hr