Shoulder 2 Shoulder: LAFC Podcast
by Christian Aparicio, Jonathan Reimer, and Chris Saenz
Christian, Jonathan, and Chris are LAFC’s Originals and wanted to bring in their views and opinions about the club, while sharing the untold stories of the history of the club, stories of the everyday fan and so much more.
Episodes
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E167 - RSL OpCor With Marcos Pickett of The RSL Bros
Marcos of the RSL Bros joins us to preview all things Real Salt Lake. Sundays match is a massive 6 pointer with huge playoff implications.
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E166 - Wet, Windy And Winless
LAFC play to a scoreless draw vs the Union in the midst of Tropical Storm Ophelia. As the hopes of finishing 1st in the west trickle away down the final stretch, the Black & Gold have to shift focus to a Cup Final midweek before the western conference clash with RSL on the weekend. A big week for...
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E165 - Philadelphia Opponent Correspondent
We are back with another preview, this time with returning goes JP “El Parcero Philly” from Doop by the River Pod. He helps us get ready for the upcoming away match against Eastern Conference rival, Philadelphia Union.
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E164 - Stalemate In St. Louis
Despite creating a myriad of chances, LAFC go scoreless on the night. Thanks to stellar defense and a progressing midfield, LAFC keep the clean sheet but still miss a massive chance to gain in the west. The road trip gauntlet moves on to Philadelphia next.
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E163 - St. Louis City Opponent Correspondent
We welcome Justin and Jake from Ball Watching: a St. Louis City SC Podcast as we help preview the upcoming mid week match vs the current Western Conference leader. Listen in to get the info you need before the match.
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E162 - Derby Dub
LAFC thrash the Galaxy 4-2 at BMO over the weekend! The Black & Gold have established themselves as contenders in the west, making the upcoming match vs STL a season-defining 6 pointer.
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E161 - Derby Week
LAFC give a lifeless performance in a 2-0 loss to Portland. Will LAFC’s poor run of form continue into the derby this weekend or will we see the team that has had moments of brilliance?
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E160 - GOAT’d
LAFC drop crucial points at home as the Messi show came to town. The glitz and glamour was all in the stands as the Black & Gold suffer a brutal loss at BMO. We dust ourselves off and look forward to Timbers on the weekend.
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E159 - Opponent Corespondent - Inter Miami w/ Battered Herons an Inter Miami Podcast
This week we do a deep dive on the upcoming match vs Inter Miami with Kris Duran of Battered Herons! Listen as we talk Messi, tactics and all the info you would want to know before this Sundays Match!
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E158 - About to get Messi
LAFC drop points to woeful Charlotte team in the final match before a certain Argentine #10 arrives at BMO. A retooled roster is running out of time to get things together as the postseason looms ahead.
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E157 - Football Scores and Pigeons
The boys are back after a lengthy hiatus with a new format. All thriller no filler. Shorter episodes and with a punch. The S2S crew cover the recent player transactions and the Leagues Cup match vs FC Juarez plus a bit more!
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E156 - Alex Morgan
No… not THAT Alex Morgan, but while we’ve got you… this week Alex Morgan of Quakes Epicenter rolls back through to preview all things San Jose for the weekends game. We touch on LAFC’s wins in Monterrey and Utah at the top of the show.
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E155 - Marco Garcés
LAFC’s Director of Football Operations joins to talk building and developing talent for the Black & Gold. With a CCL finals looming on horizon, the Black & Gold dropped their first game of the MLS season. RSL Sunday Podcast’s Marcos Pickett joins to preview the weekends match in Utah.
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E154 - LAFC Rich (Rich Orosco)
What a week we just had. On this weeks episode we cover the LAFC vs the Galaxy, and we have finally completed the final hurdle in the rivalry. We also interview LAFC’s Chief Brand Officer Rich Orosco. Hear how he has helped build this club for Day 1. Everything in LAFC has been impacted by Rich…
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E153 - Denis' World, we are just living in it... and Derby Week!
This week Chris and Jonathan discuss the Denis Bouanga Show, the CONCACAF Champions League match ups against Vancouver, and prepare you for the LAFC vs Galaxy match as we take on rivals to the south!
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E152 - Andrew Medina
LAFC play to a draw in Colorado and a pivotal stretch of games lay ahead for the Black & Gold. Former guest & LAFC original Andrew Medina drops by the pod this week to catch us up on his recent struggles and successes. Both Landon Cotham and Jeremiah Bentley of Moontower Soccer feature as this...
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E151 - Vince La Rosa
LAFC squeak out a win vs FC Dallas thanks to some late minute heroics from Denis Bouanga and the boys prepare for a mile high adventure to take on the woeful Colorado Rapids. We are joined by LAFC Vince to announce his triumphant return to the Black & Gold. We deep dive into his time between…
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E150 - Even When We Lose, We Win!
LAFC advance on aggregate to the next round of the CCL after falling to Alajuelense at home. A scrappy game with the Sounders ends in a scoreless draw over the weekend. Dan Crooke of 3rd Degree joins as our Opponent Corespondent for FC Dallas.
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E149 - See Ya Revs, Welcome Back Latif
LAFC post dominant performances in both their trip to Costa Rica in the CCL & their home game Vs New England. The Black & Gold had their depth tested and responded with breakout performances from its newcomers. Jackson Felts of 93.3FM KJR Seattle returns to discuss the weekends game against the...
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E148 - Felling Timbers
LAFC goes six for six in home season openers with a three to win over the Portland Timbers. We break down each big moment of the match and analyze what it means for the season to come with extra emphasis on the performance of the debutantes for the Black and Gold. Greg Johnstone of revolution…
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E147 - Global Diplomatic
The season opener at the Rose Bowl is rained out, but the first week of MLS is in the books. Carlos Aguirre of Global Diplomatic joins as our guest. We cover their charitable effort in LA and abroad, highlighting the upcoming trip to Costa Rica. Old friend Sam Svilar of Stumptown Footy returns to...
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E146 - Carsadena
The 2023 season is about to kickoff with a massive derby at the Rose bowl. A historic crowd will be on hand to witness the first Apple TV broadcast of the LA Classica. Chris and Jonathan are here to preview the oddly timed season opener.
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E145 - LAFC2 with Jordan Harvey
The new Assistant Technical Director & Ambassador for LAFC2 in MLS Next Pro and familiar face Jordan Harvey swings by to catch us up on all things 2nd team. We unpack a busy preseason, recent news and roster moves ahead of the final preseason tuneup this weekend.
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E144 - Signings, Extensions & Departures Oh My!
The past week has been action packed for the Black and Gold community! Join the boys as we unpack all the news and notes from a very busy week across the LAFC landscape. From Gareth Bale‘s retirement, to front office extensions & departures, and a press conference debuting our new players… So…
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E143 - Champion Changes
The boys return after a winter hiatus to recap a busy offseason for the Black & Gold. The roster is turning over, with a flurry of new signings. We say goodbye to a LAFC Original as the Latif Blessing Saga comes to a sad closure. But plenty of new players coming in to peak our interest and stir…
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E142 - John McCarthy
The Mac Daddy himself graces S2S with an appearance this week. We talk to the LAFC GK and MLS Finals MVP about his historic performance and career. From championship tours to penalty tactics to ruining a certain Italian icons suit, we dive into the story behind the legend. LAFC have a CCL draw…
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E141 - Oye Mi Amor, Si Somos Campeon
LAFC are your 2022 MLS CHAMPIONS!!! We take this episode to break down every glorious, heart-wrenching, despondent and jubilant moment of the Cup Final. From the big moments to the seemingly insignificant, we dive into the greatest MLS game ever played. Check it out!
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E140 - MLS Cup Final Preview Feat. The LAFC Podfam
On the precipice of the glory we call on the LAFC Podfam to prepare us for the Cup Final. LAFC pods Counter Press, Defenders of the Banc, FCFC, Heart of LAFC, LGBTFC, Season Pass (Pod Save the World’s World Corrupt), Somos LAFC, and Voices of the Black & Gold all collab to make pod happen. El...
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E139 - Western Conference Finals Preview
Join us as we take a look at back at the Western Conference semi final victory versus the Galaxy and relive a glorious victory! Landon Cotham of Moontower soccer joins us as our opponent correspondent to preview the upcoming Western Conference finals versus Austin
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E138 - QOTC - Nashville
LAFC lose a meaningless game in auspicious circumstances as the season draws to a close. We run through the debacle that was Nashville, deep dive into shield celebrations and look to the playoffs on this weeks episode.
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E137 - QotC Portland Victory & Nashville Preview
Chris, Christian and Jonathan recap the win to the Portland Timbers at Providence Park making them the 2022 Supporters' Shield winners, and they Welcome Tim Sullivan from Club & Country to help preview the match against Nashville at the Banc.
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E136 - QOTC International Break
The boys may be off or reppin’ their country, but we’re back to the grind! Bringing you up to date on all the news and reactions around LAFC as we head into Portland. Sam Svilar of Stumptown Footy swings back by as this weeks OpCor to give us the low down on the Timbers!
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E135 - El Barrio Angelino Feat. Julio Ramos
The drop in form for the Black and Gold continues as LAFC take just one point from the past two matches. We unpack the questionable officiating, bad luck and poor decision making behind the recent skid. Julio Ramos, co-director of Active Support for The 3252 and co-founder of El Barrio Angelino...
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E134 - Oliver Curry LAFC Kitman
This week Chris and Christian interview LAFC Kitman Oliver Curry. Listen to his story of growing up in Los Angeles, being a walk in at a Division 1 college, being named captain, to chasing the dream and arriving at LAFC. We also discuss the victory over RSL and preview the upcoming match vs FC...
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E134 - Oliver Curry LAFC Kitman
This week Chris and Christian interview LAFC Kitman Oliver Curry. Listen to his story of growing up in Los Angeles, being a walk in at a Division 1 college, being named captain, to chasing the dream and arriving at LAFC. We also discuss the victory over RSL and preview the upcoming match vs FC...
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E133 - Dan Smith
Artist and musician Dan Smith, proprietor of Captured Tattoo and star of the TV show LA Ink swings in to talk about the intersection between tattoo and football cultures. LAFC drop a slew signings … and a few points. With 3 L’s in a row, we look to dust ourselves off and move ahead. Caleb Turner…
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E132 - Joe Turoff
This week friend of the pod Joe Turoff, CMO of Flex Power Tools swings back by the pod to update us on the FLEX/LAFC connection. Landon Cotham of Moon Tower Soccer gives us a look ahead to fridays match vs Austin FC. There rumor mill swirls around a number of incoming and outgoing players.
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E131 - Travis Helwig
LAFC play Club America at Sofi stadium to a 0-0 draw before losing in penalties in the Leagues Cup Showcase midweek before crushing RSL 4-1 at Rio Tinto Stadium. Massive roster moves with an incoming DP and a double departure. Three time Emmy award winning writer and LAFC fan Travis Helwig joins…
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E 130 - Los Angelinos Originales
An action & guest packed episode this week. LAFC defeat Seattle 2-1 at The Banc and the rumor mill swirls around the club as the deadline approaches. Francisco and Raul of LAO join us to celebrate their promotion to the 3252 and recap the journey from day 1 to today. Len Lanzi of Pride Republic...
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E129 - Joe Reece
Gareth Bale opens his LAFC scoring account as the black & gold take down SKC on a hot midsummer night. The rumor mill is heating up as the transfer window nears its close and we are joined by a die hard LAFC fan from across the pond! Joe Reece, professional drum instructor, tells us how he fell…
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E128 - Nick Coggiola
As LAFC once again sit atop the table, we are joined by in stadium trumpeter and LAFC fan Nick Coggiola. We dive into his multifaceted career and in game experiences. Helping us prep for SKC is Heart of LAFC’s and MLS Next Pro’s Araceli Villanueva. Join us to talk wins, debuts and transfers...
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E127 - Kobe Mendoza - The Krew
LAFC defeat the Galaxy 3-2 in a thriller at The Banc! We break down the glorious victory in detail. North End Capo and 3252 leader Kobe Mendoza of The Krew swings by for a chat. Tim Sullivan founder of Club & Country as well as the President of the North American Soccer Reporters joins as our...
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E126 - Ara Soudjian
LAFC prepares for Derby Day as we welcome Ara Soudjian of Friendly Filmworks to the show. In addition to being a die hard black & gold fan, Ara directed and created the LAFC Metro ads. He has also used his connections to bring many recognizable faces to the Banc. From SOAD to Mana and many more....
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E125 - "He Said Yes" Featuring Taylor And Max Of Pride Republic
Welch legend Gareth Bale signs with LAFC!!! The team claims back to back victories against FC Dallas & RBNY. Our guests this week take us down the path to a pitch side proposal at The Banc. Sam Rowen of Third Sub Pod rejoins as our Opponent Correspondent to prepare for a trip to Vancouver.
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E124 - Mario Monroy
This week we interview Mario Monroy, member of the Empire Boys who wears the Black and Gold Sombrero that Mamadou Fall has worn during goal celebrations. We hear his story of how he became a fan of LAFC, his battle with depression and how he continues his fathers legacy. We also preview the...
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E123 - Jordan Harvey
Former LAFC defender and current Front Office Swiss Army knife Jordan Harvey talks us through his SoCal roots, playing career and multifaceted current endeavors. Jackson Felts of 93.3FM KJR Seattle’s “Sounders Weekly” steps up as our Opponent Corespondent to preview the upcoming game at Lumen...
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E122 - Alan Vu AKA The Savvy Panda
This week Chris and Jonathan are joined by LAFC‘s eMLS star Alan Vu also known as The Savvy Panda. After recapping a demonstrative win vs SJ, we chat all things EA Sports/FIFA with the man behinds the sticks for LAFC. We wrap up the show with some reflections on the 3252‘s 12 minutes of silence…
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E121 - Our Cup Run-eth Over - QotC Columbus Victory, Derby Loss & San Jose Preview
Christian, Chris and Jonathan recap the very long delayed victory in Columbus, just to see LAFC come home and yet again lose to the Galaxy in DHSP, ending the 2022 US Open Cup run. They welcome Alex Morgan from Quake Epicenter to helps us preview the match this weekend against San Jose at the Banc.
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E120 - QotC Austin FC Match & Columbus Preview
Chris and Jonathan recap the loss to Austin FC at the Banc as LAFC start out their 2nd set of 4 match in 14 days this month, and they welcome Blake from MLS Gone Wild as the Ohio native helps us preview the match this weekend against Columbus.
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E119 - QotC Loss In Mile High & Austin FC Preview
Chris and Jonathan recap the loss in Denver as LAFC close out their 4th match in 14 days, and they welcome Landon and Jeremiah of Moontower Soccer covering Austin FC. Have a listen before the midweek clash as two top Western Conference teams get set to face off. LAFC will have another 4 matches…
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About this show
Christian, Jonathan, and Chris are LAFC’s Originals and wanted to bring in their views and opinions about the club, while sharing the untold stories of the history of the club, stories of the everyday fan and so much more.
Hosted by
Christian Aparicio, Jonathan Reimer, and Chris Saenz
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