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On A Bender
by Chris Reimer
A group of over 30 (mostly over 40) soccer lovers bonded by a love of Miller High Life as well as playing, following and talking about the beautiful game. Tune in for updates on FPL, USMNT, Premier League and our own stupid life updates.
Episodes
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On A Bender Episode 42 - Play the guys that are GOOD!
Travis, Kevin and Graham go remote and get right into it. Kevin may be on the take as he touts BASL and all that they are and all that they do. He recaps a hell of a Bender Sunday - maybe the best ever - securing the first leg of the treble. Travis makes a long-awaited return to the pod and…
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On A Bender - Episode 41 - Bournemouth Disease
Reimer and Kevin squeeze in a quick podcast while stretching and pre-gaming for the On A Bender Over 40 clash against Cyclones. Kevin continues to ride Inter Miami to betting prowess while TAA rides Kevin into FPL mediocrity. A breakdown of Graham's greatest goal motivates Reimer to try a new...
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On A Bender Episode 40 - Playing for each other
Kevin and Graham get after it on a Wednesday morning and put episode #40 in the books. It’s EPL and FPL. Newcastle and Reimer on top after week one. Yellow cards aplenty, longer games and VAR is up to its old tricks. Poor Wolves. Kevin is up, Reimer is down, and Graham is just about even after a...
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On A Bender Episode 39 - Kevin got a dog
We’re back! Tall Boy Magnum High Noons are popped and giddiness is in the air. Hicks hosts and he, Reimer, and Graham get prepared for the Fantasy Premier League season thats right around the corner. It’s time to get the lineups sorted. The mybookie.ag accounts are loaded and all agree that the...
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On A Bender Episode 38 - Niggles, Knocks and Hammies
Alex, Aaron, Luke and Kevin get together on short notice to discuss the first mid gameweek of the Premier League season. Luke is appearing ready to abandon ship on loan from the Villians, Alex is losing hope with Tuchel and his lack of Pulisic support, Aaron's Leeds United States have slowed down...
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On A Bender: Betting with Beverages Episode #4 - Something About the Process and a DOUBLE WHAMMY
This week, we have our first set of mid-week games, and Alex "Awillystyle" and Luke "The Duke" are trying to figure out what is the process. It is probably time to rip that up as things are a bit dark right now. However, Awillystyle brings the Bender magic to the pod with his gear and drinking…
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On A Bender: Betting w/ Beverages Episode 3 - Comeback SZN
On a Bender: Betting with Beverages is brought to you by On a Bender FC and is the one-stop shop for all things English Premier League betting. This week, Alex "Awillystyle" and Luke "The Duke" are ready for COMEBACK SZN! It has been a tough first two weeks, but we are ready to make it up to our...
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On A Bender Episode 37 - SALIBA!!!
Travis, Aaron, Kevin, Alex and Graham come at you with some hot takes after a wild weekend of English Premier League soccer. Apparently we’re living in the upside-down world! Arsenal up, Liverpool down, Leeds blanked Chelsea, United won and Newcastle drew 3-3 with Man City? FPL gold TAA, Cancelo...
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On A Bender: Betting with Beverages Episode 2 - Only Up From Here and Parlay McPeterson's Debut
On a Bender: Betting with Beverages is brought to you by On a Bender FC and is the one-stop shop for all things English Premier League betting. This week, Alex "Awillystyle" and Luke "The Duke" breakdown discuss their season long bet, SURPRISE appearance from Parlay McPeterson, recap the prior…
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On A Bender Episode 36 - You Better Lock it up, West Ham!
Kevin, Graham and Luke flow into your ear canal following the second week of the Premier League season. Man City and Arsenal are flying high while Man U finds themselves in the crapper. FPL is in full swing and so is The Jesus. No wonder nobody F's with him. Locks are "picked", Survivor pools...
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On A Bender: Betting with Beverages - Episode 1
Betting with Beverages is brought to you by the On A Bender Soccer Club and is the one-stop shop for all things English Premier League wagering. Alex "Awillystyle" and Luke "The Duke" will breakdown the weekly betting outlook across the EPL, including recaps of the prior week's lines and results…
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On A Bender: Betting with Beverages 1
Betting with Beverages is brought to you by the On a Bender FC and is the one-stop shop for all things English Premier League betting. Alex "Awillystyle" and Luke "The Duke" will breakdown the weekly betting outlook across the EPL, including betting recaps of the prior week, a look ahead to the...
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On A Bender - Episode 35 - Jake goes on loan
In our first podcast of the new season we try out some new technology that brings in a full squad (more guys that we have at a typical 7 v 7 game) onto the pod to talk EPL, Manchester United woes, Newcastle and Spurs highs and America's team with Aaron breaking down Leeds. Jake makes the choice…
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On A Bender Episode 34 - Kismet
An episode only their mothers could love. It's summertime and anything goes. Travis, Kevin, Aaron, Carlton and Graham come to you from the front yard and recap a historic Bender victory filled with pink shirts, the Baldwins (of course) and warm embraces. Talk turns to the transfer window, their...
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On a Bender - EP 33 - Eastern Medication - Final episode of the season
Sometimes when you realize that Jesus is a d!ck, when you have a bruised and swollen ankle from a play that wasn't a foul, when your team is on the cusp of winning the Champions League or when you can't remember the last Bender Victory, you have to search for Eastern Medicine and/or drinking...
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On A Bender Episode 32 - On a scale of 1-10
Travis and Graham press record out on the patio. The crickets sound lovely and the duo does too. The only thing flowing better than the pod are the drinks. Travis just can’t get the stink off him. Bender, Pens, Arsenal. When will it end? Two game weeks left in EPL/FPL, and nothing is “Son” up…
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On A Bender Episode 31 - Roaring Friday Night!
“He strikes me as someone who’s not afraid to be naked.” Travis and Graham get loose on a Friday night. Travis gets his chance to tell all the listeners about how good Arsenal has been and how happy he is. There’s a big matchup coming up versus Graham’s Spurs and now there’s a hat on the line!...
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On A Bender Episode 30 – King of Cups
Kevin and Graham team up for some fun while Travis works on the “planter”. This pod oozes confidence as the VARgument get LOUD! OK, we didn’t do great in the Sports Book last week but if you listen LONG enough, you’re sure to fatten your wallet this time around. What sound does a “W” make. It can...
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On A Bender Episode 29 - “We took a trip to Orlando?”
Calling the over 50 crowd! Reimer, Kevin and Graham are back and finally feel whole again after the trip to the center of the earth state. It’s not all wins for Bender of late and that’s ok. The effort on the field can only be matched by the effort in the parking lot afterwards. There’s a lot of...
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On A Bender - A story in 318 parts - the USMNT road to Cutar, Qatar, CUTUR or whatever it's called
It started in Trinidad & Tobago in 2017. It ended with 32 passionate fans from the On A Bender crew descending on Orlando, FL, with the dream of lifting the USMNT to the 2022 World Cup. Enjoy our most haphazard podcast ever!
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On A Bender Episode 27 – So You're Saying There's A Chance
There’s one heck of a surprise at the end of #27 and you’re going to love it. But you can’t have any pudding if you don’t eat your meat. You’ll first hear tales of Bender and how Diego was spun, the state of the USMNT and which FPL assets are best for an upcoming double and blank. Listen for the...
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On A Bender Episode 26 – I’m trying to finalize an RV purchase in St Augustine right now!
This ones for, Tank! Kevin, Aaron and Graham talk poolside at Aaron’s new home. Bender copes with a tough week. One loss that didn’t really matter and another one that certainly did. Given the chance to air his grievances, Aaron once again takes the high road. Kevin professes his like for Jamie...
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On A Bender Episode 25 – The Hamstring Giveth and Taketh Away
The 25th edition of the OAB podcast scratches you right where you itch. Kevin is live with his FPL Free Hit and Graham talks Reimer into joining him in a -8. Come on, Jimmy Tarkowski! Alex leads the Christian Pulisic conversation, talking both Chelsea – who face Reimer’s Liverpool in the Carabao...
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On A Bender Episode 24 – Bold Preservations
With bear spray at the ready, Reimer, Kevin and Graham don snake chaps and wander DEEP into the woods in the search for Luke’s home. At times they're not sure (Nor)which way to go but all three arrive safe. They’re beyond bewildered that Luke has power and running water this far from…
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On A Bender Episode 23 – Happy Birthday, Travis!
The episode opens with Travis pacing with purpose from room to room, desperately trying to find any sort of towel, rag or bed sheet to wipe his greasy fingers. It’s his birthday and Reimer has delivered a spread of breakfast sandwiches that Burt Reynolds would be proud of. The boys celebrate him...
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On A Bender Episode 22 – Bend it like Eriksen
Kevin and Graham bring you the content you came here for. The January transfer window has closed, and there’s excitement about what’s next for the Magpies and Spurs. The FA Cup is overflowing with Kidderminster and the Ginsters and the party bus is headed to Orlando in March. Did we see the last...
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On A Bender - help me obi wan you're my only hope
Coming to you LIVE (also taped) from the Travis Hill garage, Kevin, Travis, Reimer and the newest member of the Sawgrass mafia, Aaron Pitchkolan bring you the LONGEST podcast in Bender history as they bring Luke and Graham via phone and Carlton via his 6-10 feet required COVID-19 protocol…
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On A Bender Episode 20 – I Think We Could Get Into Schools!
Reimer, Travis, Kevin and Graham come to you from Brackridge Park moments after a tough 1-0 loss to rival Diablos. The defeat is clearly too fresh for Graham; he’s not in the mood for jokes. Kevin’s at full attention over the Newcastle signing of Chris Wood but the poor bastard must wait almost...
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On A Bender Episode 19 – The Secret to Happiness is Low Expectations
Happy New year! Travis, Kevin and Graham are riding high after a historic O40 Bender win on Wednesday night/Thursday morning (parade details to follow) and they bring you a raw and uncut gem to cure your holiday hangover. Kevin’s over the moon after the Newcastle draw against United, the Kieran...
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On A Bender Episode 18 – The Chattahoochee Runs Through It
Kevin and Graham celebrate the holiday season, the birth of the pod and Bender ending the year on a high note. Harvey Kane scores a goal, Eddie Nketiah bounces Sunderland from the the Carabao Cup and Newcastle gets another tonking to sparking Kevin to make a great VARgument for the Magpies…
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On A Bender Episode 17 – Tonked!
Bit of a Blue Christmas for the Bender boys. Reimer, Kevin, Travis and Graham gather round and breakdown a couple almosts. Covid is decimating the Premier League. Are eight-nine guys enough to compete in FPL this week or will that get you tonked? What are the best bets for the matches that are...
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On A Bender Episode 16 – Sting the MEESES!
It's performance season and we’re hanging ornaments on the Ralph Hasenhuttl tree. Reimer, Kevin and Graham recap the week of Bender, Newcastle gets its contracted airtime, and we dive into the Watford crest. We talk Champions League, Premier League, MLS and FSU Women’s Soccer dominance. A Stevie…
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On A Bender Episode 15 - I Now Pronounce You Man and Bender
Everybody, check your shoes! Reimer, Kevin, Luke and Graham have a festive time by the Christmas tree while watching a slate or Premier League games. Newcastle gets Ciaran Clarked, Villa almost steals a point from Man City and Liverpool does the business in the Merseyside derby. It’s Bender (and...
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On A Bender - EP 14 - Victory returns home
Episode 14 - We return home to find a new home for Carlton where his wife allows us to record a podcast from his back porch if we agree to move boxes as they move in to the Sawgrass compound. Reimer, Kevin, LAX, Aaron and CK take us through the memories of a victorious trip to Cincy for DOS A…
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On A Bender - Episode 13 - DOS A CERO - Part 1
Travis, Kevin, Graham, Aaron, Luke and Reimer take you along the ride for their road trip to the US Men's national soccer team's victory against Mexico in CinciNATTA (as Dwayne would call it). It was an up-and-back mission that lasted no more than 18 hours, but the boys shook the pillars of…
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On A Bender Episode 12 - Parachute Payments and Casual Drummers
Travis, Kevin and Graham get right into FPL with the deadline fast approaching. Spoiler alert – Travis hadn’t looked at his team since last pod. Travis needs some quiet time to think it over and takes a break while Kevin and Graham recap the week of Bender. We talk new bosses at Newcastle and…
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On A Bender - Hwang King
We dive into Senior Bender's 0-0 victory (yes, sometimes a draw is a win), Liverpool's dominance, Travis' lead over Graham in Fantasy and the boys' preparations for the upcoming trip to the men's USMNT.
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On A Bender Episode 10 - Shirts Optional
We pod during the Arsenal/Villa match. Travis and CK are locked in on the Targett and ready to Partey. A friendly wager is laid, Travis goes topless, and CK can see the future. “Has anyone ever travelled with AP before?” JacksonVillans! Cincinnati USMNT! The Lawnmower Man!
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On A Bender Episode 9 - Welcome, Alex! Luke, Aaron, EPL and FPL return! USMNT gets 6, Kevin goes deep and 040 Bender hits rock bottom.
Luke and Aaron return to the pod and we finally get to meet Alex. We talk USMNT and if we're satisfied with the 6pts they captured this past week. Newcastle is rich and Kevin gives us a thoughtful take. We welcome back EPL and FPL after the international break, Bender 030 faces a friendly foe and…
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On A Bender Episode 8 - Parking lot pod! Bender recaps,"Dom's ball!" and the International break.
Travis, Graham and Reimer pod immediately following the 2-1 loss to Fanaticos. Reimer hauls out the generator and we do the whole damn thing right there in the parking lot. We forget chairs and beer, but we have each other and the peaceful sounds of nature. We ponder Senior Bender and where this...
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On A Bender - Dan Walker Tribute, Newcastle Brown Ale for everyone, FPL, EPL, USMT and everything in between
Dan Walker Tribute, Newcastle Brown Ale for everyone, FPL, EPL, USMT and everything in between
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On A Bender - Jake, UCSD, Man U, O30s, North London and Newcastle Brown Ale
The listeners are treated to the introduction of Jake, the self-proclaimed Forrest Gump of European soccer matches and long-time Manchester United fan. Travis talks baby #3, provides eye-popping North London derby stats and fact checks everything Jake tells us about their time at UCSD. Kevin, our...
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On A Bender - A real pro, Bender win for the ages, USMNT reaction, FC Dallas Shorts
Kevin, Graham and Reimer make the introduction of Aaron Pitchkolan, Benders living legend and only player with a truly legitimate soccer background. Aaron comes with 13 years of professional experience and we dug up a photo of him defending David Beckham. Great to hear his background and his love...
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On A Bender - USMNT reactions, Arsenal optimism, Bender Limping (literally)
Our reactions to the USMNT draw against El Salvador Tim Ream Love and Tim Ream Hate De La (Soul) Fuente gets a perfect nickname Travis efforting to be optimistic about Arsenal Transfer deadline discussions Luke unveils his EPL team FOR THE REST OF HIS LIFE On A Bender - Senior and 30s both…
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On A Bender - An intro, a team reveal, tough week for Senior Bender
An introduction of our Dutch friend Foeke Luke unveils his EPL team FOR THE REST OF HIS LIFE On a Bender's senior squad is handed a tough defeat FPL - REIMER IS IN FIRST PLACE
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On A Bender - The human helicopter, Luke narrows it down to five, FPL updates, Carli Lloyd respect, Travis' bold prediction
Travis, Graham and Reimer return for Episode Two and two more members of Bender make their debut with Kevin Hicks (Newcastle) and Luke Theis (TEAM TO BE DETERMINED) join the pod. Kevin's shares his love of Canadian Mist, how a man punching a horse or another man waving his unite helped lead him…
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On A Bender - Intros, How AVL, LFC, Arsenal and Spurs found us, Godless Man United and FPL week 1
We are a group of over 30 (mostly over 40) soccer lovers bonded by a love of Miller High Life as well as playing, following and talking about the beautiful game. The On A Bender Podcast will keep you up to speed on all things English Premier League as we follow our teams, Premier League Fantasy...
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ABOUT THIS SHOW
A group of over 30 (mostly over 40) soccer lovers bonded by a love of Miller High Life as well as playing, following and talking about the beautiful game. Tune in for updates on FPL, USMNT, Premier League and our own stupid life updates.
HOSTED BY
Chris Reimer
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A group of over 30 (mostly over 40) soccer lovers bonded by a love of Miller High Life as well as playing, following and talking about the beautiful game. Tune in for updates on FPL, USMNT, Premier League and our own stupid life updates.
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