The World’s GAM - A Major League Soccer Podcast

On this episode of The World’s GAM it's a ton of off-field stories including the leadership failures in Miami, the lack of respect for CCL, and private equity coming for MLS Next Pro. The World's GAM also asks the question: "Who is the team nobody is talking about right now?", figure out it's the Huston Dynamo, and then talk about them. Finally it's a look ahead to the weekend's matches.  Links:  Check out The Post at www.thepostcincy.com Music by Jim Trace and the Makers Follow us on BlueSky, Twitter,  Facebook, Instagram, and watch this episode on YouTube Support us on Patreon https://www.patreon.com/ThePostCincy

On this episode of The World’s GAM most of the drama and excitement is happening off the field. Fresh off the news that MLS is looking at potential investors in Las Vegas and Phoenix, the situation in Vancouver does not seem to be improving. Elsewhere around the league, LAFC is in hot water in Switzerland, San Jose is legit while SKC might be a bad USL team. Then in Part Two it's a conversation with Matt Doyle from Soccerwise and Tactics Free Zone to chat about all things Major League Soccer this season. Finally in Part Three it's a look ahead to this weekend to find a few matches for the neutrals.  Timestamps:  (0:40) - MLS News Round Up  (46:07) - Conversation with Matt Doyle (1:16:27) - What to Watch This Weekend Links:  Check out The Post at www.thepostcincy.com Music by Jim Trace and the Makers Follow us on BlueSky, Twitter,  Facebook, Instagram, and watch this episode on YouTube Support us on Patreon https://www.patreon.com/ThePostCincy

On this episode of The World’s GAM it's a special mid-week+ episode with so many more matches to overreact to! From the Spoon Race between SKC and Atlanta, VAR failing to deliver across the league, and money teams like Miami falling behind San Jose, Nashville, and Vancouver. Speaking of Vancouver, savethecaps.com launches with a new effort to save the team. Yannick Bright is suspended for using a.... naughty word? And a bad vibes report from Portland. Then finally it's what to watch this weekend!  Timestamps:  (1:50) - Overreactions from the past week including VAR (20:10) - Money is dead in MLS(?) (35:58) - Save the Caps (42:41) - Tata says Martino should be fired (52:00) - Vibes in Portland (55:27) - Yannick Bright suspension (55:52) - What to watch this weekend   Links:  Check out The Post at www.thepostcincy.com Music by Jim Trace and the Makers Follow us on BlueSky, Twitter,  Facebook, Instagram, and watch this episode on YouTube Support us on Patreon https://www.patreon.com/ThePostCincy

On this episode of The World’s GAM Nashville became the first MLS team to win at Azteca Stadium, signaling their elite status. Columbus Crew faces a critical season with key injuries and the bumpy start with their new manager, risking missing the playoffs. Neymar's potential transfer to FC Cincinnati could boost league visibility and global interest. The 2026 World Cup faces logistical and financial challenges, impacting fan experience and league growth. Then in Part Two it's a conversation with David Gass that includes an incredible amount of musical theatre. Finally in part three it's a look ahead to the weekend's matches. Timestamps:  (03:44) Nashville's historic win at Azteca (06:50) - Columbus Crew's devastating injury  (12:35) - Inter Miami in Crisis? (24:37) - Neymar's potential move to FC Cincinnati (34:46) - Impact of World Cup 2026 on MLS and US soccer (40:09) - Conversation with David Gass from Soccerwise (1:06:22) - What to Watch This Weekend Links:  Check out The Post at www.thepostcincy.com Music by Jim Trace and the Makers Follow us on BlueSky, Twitter,  Facebook, Instagram, and watch this episode on YouTube Support us on Patreon https://www.patreon.com/ThePostCincy

On this episode of The World’s GAM it's overreactions from the week that was in MLS including Greg Vanney on the hot seat, LAFC being the best MLS team of all time, and Philadelphia's incredible streak without a win. MLS teams enter the Open Cup while Minnesota United's star man James Rodriguez is hospitalized. Part Two is a lovely conversation with Austin FC radio play-by-play announcer Lincoln Rose on the first goal in Nu Stadium, the momentum from two (good) draws, and how to actually pronounce Biro's name. Part Three is What to Watch This Weekend and you're all set!  Timestamps:  (2:09) - Wold Cup Ticket Mess (8:10) - Overreactions (LAFC, San Jose, Timbers, Galaxy) (28:13) - James Rodriguez Hospitalized (31:33) - MLS teams in Open Cup (35:28) - Conversation with Lincoln Rose, Austin FC Radio (59:01) - What to Watch this Weekend Links:  Check out The Post at www.thepostcincy.com Music by Jim Trace and the Makers Follow us on BlueSky, Twitter,  Facebook, Instagram, and watch this episode on YouTube Support us on Patreon https://www.patreon.com/ThePostCincy

On this episode of The World’s GAM there's overreactions to the week that was in MLS, but not before a quick World Cup heat check. Are you excited about the World Cup? Do you have tickets? Are you as excited as you thought you'd be? Later on it's a simple question: who is the next manager fired? Would Ernst Tanner being in charge of Philly change that? Is he still in charge despite the suspension? And finally, what to watch this weekend!  Timestamps:  (1:01) - World Cup Excitement Meter (15:39) - Week 4 Overreactions (26:14) - Who is the Next Manager Fired? (36:35) - The Ernst Tanner Saga Continues (49:18) - What to Watch This Weekend! Links:  Check out The Post at www.thepostcincy.com Music by Jim Trace and the Makers Follow us on BlueSky, Twitter,  Facebook, Instagram, and watch this episode on YouTube Support us on Patreon https://www.patreon.com/ThePostCincy

Timestamps:  (1:48) - Week 3 Overreactions (15:44) - MLS Gambling Scandal (40:30 - Oscar Paraja out in Orlando  (1:02:05) - MLS takes Cleveland from USL (1:12:11) - What to watch this weekend Links:  Check out The Post at www.thepostcincy.com Music by Jim Trace and the Makers Follow us on BlueSky, Twitter,  Facebook, Instagram, and watch this episode on YouTube Support us on Patreon https://www.patreon.com/ThePostCincy

MLS's 2026 Season is two weeks in and the overreactions are rolling in! SKC making the playoffs? Galaxy are BACK? Columbus in free fall? The Baby Bulls in New York have the chance to make team history in Week 3 thanks to Michael Bradley's early crusade for coach of the year. "Champ Stamps" come to MLS and the MLS Sprint Season gets a few more details. In Part Two it's a conversation with Futi's John Muller about his incredible MLS newsletter tool, Futi, and what fans get wrong when watching soccer. Finally in Part Three it's what to watch in Week Three!  Timestamps:  (4:45) - Week 2 Overreactions (25:35) - Champ Stamps (31:08) - Sprint Season Deets? (40:54) - Conversation with John Muller (1:05:42) - What to watch this weekend Links:  Join the MLS Newsletter from John! Check out The Post at www.thepostcincy.com Music by Jim Trace and the Makers Follow us on BlueSky, Twitter,  Facebook, Instagram, and watch this episode on YouTube Support us on Patreon https://www.patreon.com/ThePostCincy

On the first real episode of the 2026 MLS season, it's a handful of overreactions to the first weekend of matches. The wooden spoon race is on between Kansas City and Montreal, discuss if Inter Miami is washed, and of course break down a controversial moment involving Lionel Messi. There's the sad passing of the last little bit of the allocation order, the CSO anonymous survey, and finally what to watch this weekend.    Links:  Check out The Post at www.thepostcincy.com Music by Jim Trace and the Makers Follow us on BlueSky, Twitter,  Facebook, Instagram, and watch this episode on YouTube Support us on Patreon https://www.patreon.com/ThePostCincy

Finally, finally! Just in time, it's the Eastern Conference preview from The World's GAM! Placing every team going into the 2026 season into a tier list from S to F based on vibes, predictions, and moves they've made in the offseason. Starting from the bottom of the table from last year and working up, it's a look at every team in the east, and how they compare to one another.    Links:  Check out The Post at www.thepostcincy.com Music by Jim Trace and the Makers Follow us on BlueSky, Twitter,  Facebook, Instagram, and watch this episode on YouTube Support us on Patreon https://www.patreon.com/ThePostCincy

It's that time folks! It's time to preview the upcoming MLS season, and this week we're focusing on the Western Conference teams. Including, and limited to, Sporting Kansas City's rebuilding efforts, LA Galaxy's attempts to bounce back, and St. Louis's transition under new management, Houston Dynamo's strategic moves, Colorado Rapids' uncertainty with a new coach, and the mixed fortunes of the San Jose Earthquakes, the importance of key players like Diego Luna for RSL, the need for standout talent in teams like the Portland Timbers and FC Dallas, Austin FC's DP marketplace, Seattle Sounders consistency, Minnesota United's set piece project, LAFC's domination, Vancouver Whitecaps' likelihood of running it back, and San Diego's ability to avoid that sophomore slump. All organized on a nice, neat tier list. Timestamps: (5:40) - SKC (14:17) - LA Galaxy (18:57) - St Louis (24:07) - Houston Dynamo (27:23) - Colorado Rapids (32:04) - San Jose Earthquakes (36:19) - RSL (41:23) - Portland Timbers (46:17) - Dallas (49:09) - Austin (53:05) - Seattle Sounders (57:17) - Minnesota United (1:02:40) - LAFC (1:08:46) - Vancouver Whitecaps (1:13:49) - San Diego    Links:  Check out The Post at www.thepostcincy.com Music by Jim Trace and the Makers Follow us on BlueSky, Twitter,  Facebook, Instagram, and watch this episode on YouTube Support us on Patreon https://www.patreon.com/ThePostCincy

CONCACAF Champions League (it'll always be League to us) is already here and what better time to preview the tournament!? But before CCL there's plenty of MLS news around the league, starting in Minnesota where ICE's military action in the Twin Cities is having a direct impact on their ability to recruit players. Despite that, they still landed James Rodriguez of all players before the World Cup! Vancouver is also in the news this week for off the field activities, this time maybe looking for a way out of the city? Public negotiations are tense as it's not clear what the path forward is for the Canadian team. Then it's transfer stories, failed medicals and Dennis Bouanga, that keep the love of MLS nice and spicy. Part Two is all a look at CONCACAF Champions League with predicting who will go furthest, who will have a tough time, and which non-Miami team has a shot at this thing.    Timestamps: (16:16) - Minnesota United and the Battle for the Twin Cities (40:06) - Vancouver may be on the Move!? (50:10) - MLS Transfer Sagas (1:10:16) - Champions League Preview   Links:  Check out The Post at www.thepostcincy.com Music by Jim Trace and the Makers Follow us on BlueSky, Twitter,  Facebook, Instagram, and watch this episode on YouTube Support us on Patreon https://www.patreon.com/ThePostCincy

The Season is quickly approaching so in the second episode of 2026, it's a look at odd decisions being made, particularly regarding the San Jose Earthquakes and their recent roster moves. A little conspiracy talk surrounding team management and the implications of certain player transfers. Then a little news around the potential for MLS teams to participate in the prestigious Copa Libertadores. We can't forget the incredibly exciting and not at all odd cultural impact of Walmart's sponsorship with MLS's Saturday programing and of course the naming conventions of the new USL Premier.   Timestamps: (5:22) - San Jose Earthquakes (20:24) - Walmart x MLS Collab (35:20) - Copa Libertadores  (51:19) - MLS Round Up  (1:04:02) - USL Premier    Links:  Check out The Post at www.thepostcincy.com Music by Jim Trace and the Makers Follow us on BlueSky, Twitter,  Facebook, Instagram, and watch this episode on YouTube Support us on Patreon https://www.patreon.com/ThePostCincy

The first episode of 2026! The World's GAM is BACK! The conversation starts off with the recent loss of FB Ref's advanced stats, raising concerns about the influence of sports gambling on data access. Then of course, a delve into Inter Miami's "Creative" player acquisition strategy, league compliance, and competitiveness with Messi's team. There was also an MLS team sold this offseason, taking a look at the valuation of Sporting Kansas City, the growing popularity of soccer in the U.S., and the future of Major League Soccer (MLS) including potential expansion and financial strategies involving GAM. Then Part Two is all about the new managers in the league. Looking at the dynamics between coaches and players, and the pressure faced by new managers as they navigate their roles. New England Revolution, Sporting Kansas City, Atlanta United, Columbus Crew, LAFC, St Louis CITY, New York Red Bulls, Minnesota United, and the Colorado Rapids all with new faces at the helm.  Timestamps:  (00:00) - RIP FB Ref (00:00) - What's Miami Doing (00:00) - SKC Sold! (00:00) - New Managers in 2026   Links:  Check out The Post at www.thepostcincy.com Music by Jim Trace and the Makers Follow us on BlueSky, Twitter,  Facebook, Instagram, and watch this episode on YouTube Support us on Patreon https://www.patreon.com/ThePostCincy  

Reflecting back on the 2025 MLS season, discussing the dominance of Inter Miami, led by Lionel Messi, and its implications for the league's future. Taking a Quick Look back at the MLS Cup final, the efficiency of Miami's play, and the challenges other teams face in replicating their success. The conversation also touches on the evolving roster rules in MLS and the changing competitive landscape. The episode concludes with the inaugural Gammies, celebrating various achievements in the league, including the competition for the best team, and the World's GAM Peace Prize.   Timestamps: (00:42) - MLS Cup Final Fallout (38:29) - The Gammies!   Links:  Looking for an MLS podcast? Check out The World's GAM Visit our friends at Streetside Brewery Check out The Post at www.thepostcincy.com Music by Jim Trace and the Makers Join the Discord Server and jump into the conversation Follow us on BlueSky, Twitter,  Facebook, Instagram, and YouTube Support us on Patreon https://www.patreon.com/ThePostCincy Links:  Check out The Post at www.thepostcincy.com Music by Jim Trace and the Makers Follow us on BlueSky, Twitter,  Facebook, Instagram, and YouTube Support us on Patreon https://www.patreon.com/ThePostCincy

In the last World's GAM before MLS Cup, we take a look back at the season that was and the recent changes in Major League Soccer (MLS), specifically regarding player movement and roster management.  We also discuss the disappointing seasons of various MLS teams, focusing on the Columbus Crew's expected struggles and the positive trajectory of Minnesota United and Vancouver Whitecaps. We analyze the potential for improvement in teams like Nashville SC and Chicago Fire while also addressing the downward trends of the New York Red Bulls and New England Revolution. The conversation culminates in a preview of the MLS Cup Final, highlighting the contrasting styles and star power of Miami and Vancouver, and the expectations for an entertaining match.   Timestamps: (16:08) - How Cash-Transfers changes the league this year (31:50) - Total Season Superlatives (1:12:42) - MLS Cup Preview and Predictions    Links:  Check out The Post at www.thepostcincy.com Music by Jim Trace and the Makers Follow us on BlueSky, Twitter,  Facebook, Instagram, and watch this episode on YouTube Support us on Patreon https://www.patreon.com/ThePostCincy

The awkward transition to video in podcasting, the excitement surrounding the MLS playoffs, and the standout performances of teams left. Kevin and The Chief analyze the implications of Messi's impact on Miami's success, the coaching dynamics in MLS, and the challenges faced by teams like the Philadelphia Union. The conversation culminates in predictions for the upcoming conference finals and the narratives and stakes involved. Links:  Check out The Post at www.thepostcincy.com Music by Jim Trace and the Makers Follow us on BlueSky, Twitter,  Facebook, Instagram, and YouTube Support us on Patreon https://www.patreon.com/ThePostCincy

MLS Playoffs are BACK! But before the matchups can be discussed, MLS went and had one of the busiest news weeks ever. What exactly does a league commissioner do, and do fans really know what Don Garber is there for? Regardless, MLS is planning on a future without The Soccer Don. Apple and MLS have changed their media rights deal, is it good for MLS? Bad for MLS? How do we read the tea leaves? And then there's the massive story from Pablo Maurer about Philadelphia Union GM Ernst Tanner and the terrible behavior he's alleged to have been up to behind closed doors, and in front of them. Part Two is a look at the MLS CUP PLAYOFFS, ranking the matches by which ones are worth clearing the schedule for.    Timestamps:  (9:09) - Apple and MLS alter the deal  (23:12) - Planning on Passing on the Don (43:33) - Pablo Maurer's investigation into Ernst Tanner (1:12:06) - Playoff Preview   Links:  Check out The Post at www.thepostcincy.com Music by Jim Trace and the Makers Join the Discord Server and jump into the conversation Follow us on BlueSky, Twitter,  Facebook, Instagram, and YouTube Support us on Patreon https://www.patreon.com/ThePostCincy

Looking at the looming vote for Major League Soccer (MLS) to switch to a fall-spring calendar, aligning with European leagues. The implications of this change for fans and the league are explored, highlighting concerns about the fan experience. Timestamps:  (The whole thing is about the Calendar shift)   Check out The Post at www.thepostcincy.com Music by Jim Trace and the Makers Join the Discord Server and jump into the conversation Follow us on BlueSky, Twitter,  Facebook, Instagram, and YouTube Support us on Patreon https://www.patreon.com/ThePostCincy

After what feels like 6 months, the MLS Cup Playoffs Round One is about to be completed on Sunday. Five match-ups have gone to a game three, and someone has to predict the outcomes. But before playoff talk there is Atlanta United news, a new manager in New England, RSL sticking with their men, and the MLS Best XI is out, but would it actually be any good?    Timestamps:  (13:02) - Atlanta United Runs it Back (19:14) - New New England Manager (25:16) - RSL doubles down (29:30) - MLS best XI discourse  (39:52) - Game Three Previews and Predictions

Game 1 of Round 1 is in the books! Reactions to the first set of games, storylines to keep an eye on, and more. Part One has a look around the league at different stories that have broke over the last week. Part Two is a lovely conversation with MLS Season Pass play-by-play announcer Jake Zivin on the playoffs so far, what he's seen out of the teams in the early rounds, and how does one prepare for penalties exactly? Part Three asks which team that lost in Game One do you think still has the best chance to advance in the playoffs.    Timestamps:  (5:23) - Messi finally does US Media! (19:13) - MLSPA Salary Release (31:48) - Changes at NYRB (43:01) - Conversation with Jake Zivin (1:10:26) - Comeback picks in Round One   Links:  Check out The Post at www.thepostcincy.com Music by Jim Trace and the Makers Follow us on BlueSky, Twitter,  Facebook, Instagram, and YouTube Support us on Patreon https://www.patreon.com/ThePostCincy

The World's GAM, it its very first season, has won an MLS Community Award for best MLS podcast, otherwise known as a Favi. Favian Renkel joins to talk about the MLS community, independent media, and MLS culture. The Playoffs start this weekend as well so predictions are in order as well as a few brief headlines around the league.    Timestamps:  (5:30) - Atlanta United makes a coaching change (13:40) - Who is in charge in St Louis? (19:52) - Conversation with Favian Renkel (57:44) - First round playoff predictions   Links:  Check out The Post at www.thepostcincy.com Music by Jim Trace and the Makers Join the Discord Server and jump into the conversation Follow us on BlueSky, Twitter,  Facebook, Instagram, and YouTube Support us on Patreon https://www.patreon.com/ThePostCincy

After taking a week off due to the international break the World's GAM is back with an extra long episode! Part one is all about the end of year awards and not saying who should win, but predicting who will actually win. Part Two is two different interviews, first with commentator Tony Husband where we talked all about the league, favorites for the playoffs, and what went right and wrong for some teams this year. Then we are joined by Laurel Pfahler in a re-broadcast from the Cincy PostCast talking about MLS Media Access, and covering MLS vs the NFL. Finally in Part Three it's matches to watch this weekend for decision day!    Timestamps:  (5:17) - Predicting end of year awards (31:25) - Conversation with MLS Season Pass's Tony Husband  (1:01:29) - Laurel Pfahler on MLS Media Access (1:41:25) - What to watch this weekend   Links:  Check out The Post at www.thepostcincy.com Music by Jim Trace and the Makers Join the Discord Server and jump into the conversation Follow us on BlueSky, Twitter,  Facebook, Instagram, and YouTube Support us on Patreon https://www.patreon.com/ThePostCincy

The playoff field is shaping up and the New York Red Bulls will not be a part of it for the first time in 15* years. What went wrong in New York and what is the future of this team? Philadelphia looks like a shield lock, but how many other teams are going to get to 60 points this season? When is it ok to put your own name on a kit, is Dr Erkut Sogut inventing a new fiction genre, and giving GGG his flowers.    Timestamps:  (4:54) - Red Bulls miss the playoffs (13:33)  New York and MLS (24:10) - Chicago Fire and the Eastern Conference Playoffs (32:38) - Table Talk (41:38) - Dr Erkut Sogut  (51:00) - Western Conference Update (59:27) - What to Watch this Weekend     Links:  Shop US Soccer Gear: US Soccer Shop PROMO CODE: POST for 10% Off! Check out The Post at www.thepostcincy.com Music by Jim Trace and the Makers Follow us on BlueSky, Twitter,  Facebook, Instagram, and YouTube Support us on Patreon https://www.patreon.com/ThePostCincy

Kevin and Grayson take in the week that was in MLS including Minnesota falling flat on their face, the Open Cup final asking how much does it matter these days, Columbus Crew in trouble, DC's GM's Books gets an early review, and so much more!  Timestamps:  (1:38) - How much does the Open Cup matter in 2025? (9:37) - Minnesota's very bad week  (11:57) - Does Columbus suck now?  (17:49) - Miami might actually do this  (23:59) - Jim Curtin to New England? (44:36) - Dr. Erkut Sogut's writing  (57:35) - What to Watch This Weekend   Links:  Shop US Soccer Gear: US Soccer Shop PROMO CODE: POST for 10% Off! Check out The Post at www.thepostcincy.com Music by Jim Trace and the Makers Follow us on BlueSky, Twitter,  Facebook, Instagram, and YouTube Support us on Patreon https://www.patreon.com/ThePostCincy

It was really a week of highs and lows around MLS with firings, hirings, win streaks, winter schedules, and incredible works of fiction. As MLS heads into the last month or so of matches, these are the biggest, funniest, and weirdest stories we're keeping an eye on.    Timestamps:  (9:29) - NYCFC CEO Open to Winter Schedule (15:24) - DC United hires agent turned author turned GM to run the team  (30:42) - Caleb Porter is fired, unloved (40:48) - Charlotte ties the all-time win streak (45:47) - US Open Cup Final is set after late, late winner in Minnesota (57:23) - What to Watch This Weekend   Links:  Shop US Soccer Gear: US Soccer Shop PROMO CODE: POST for 10% Off! Support us on Patreon https://www.patreon.com/ThePostCincy

Kevin, Grayson, and The Chief are on an international break shortened episode this week. The USMNT had a very up and down international window, but MLS had to save the day in the end. What does it say when the national team looks better the more MLS players you put in it? St Louis takes the bold stance of being anti-anti-childhood cancer. St Louis also took a ton of shots with nothing to show for it! And Miami v Seattle might be without Suarez, but it's still the match of the week-ish. Thankfully, MLS delivers the best weekend slate of games of the entire season (so far!)   Timestamps:  (5:23) - USMNT Talk  (14:03) - St Louis's questionable banner decisions (22:47) - 42:4, what happened!?  (25:06) - Suarez is actually suspended in MLS (32:59) - What to Watch this Weekend

Kevin and Chief do their best to get their minds around the Leagues Cup aftermath. Fights on the field and outside the stadium, all for the biggest and best trophy in the entire world. Obviously. Tim Howard offers a solution, because the league won't. Charlotte is also on a heater, and won't stop winning games. San Diego and LAFC put together one of the best MLS games ever. And Don Garber speaks to the media.  Timestamps:  (3:10) - Leagues Cup  (27:35) - Don Garber speaks (41:30) - Charlotte's win streak (47:54) - San Diego and LAFC (57:38) - What to Watch this Weekend

It has been a good week for MLS storylines. Thomas Müller bags his first goal with Vancouver but not without controversy. A crazy PK calls into question VAR, "clear and obvious", and when you're allowed to ask a question. Caleb Porter attempts some historical revisionism, then utterly denies it. Leagues Cup brings the absurdity that is Javier Mascherano, Miami, Galaxy, and more. Finally, the USMNT has a distinct MLS flavor, good or bad? Then it's three matches this weekend that have our full attention.    Timestamps:  (6:41) - Vancouver PK Controversy (30:05) - Caleb Porter history lesson (39:41) - The Leagues Cup (56:12) - USMLSNT (1:16:26) - What to Watch this Weekend

Kevin and the Chief have a load of topics to tackle in this one, starting with Paxten Aaronson heading to the Colorado Rapids! The only problem is, Paxten didn't first run this move past the angry mob known as USMNT twitter fans. PRO makes a mockery of pool questions after NYRB-Philly. Evander and Kevin Kelsy both had their revenge games against each other in a thriller. And ESPN, MLB, and Apple TV are all making moves that generally don't mean good things for MLS, what's next for the league's broadcast partner?   Timestamps:  (6:19) - Paxten Aaronson transfer to Colorado (25:19) - PRO and Written Questions (38:23) - Evander and Kelsy revenge matches (44:35) - MLB and Apple TV may be moving on (59:49) - What to Watch this Weekend

The MLS Secondary Transfer Window is wide open and we've got comings and goings all around the league. We break down a few of the new additions made in the past few days. Plus, Miami once again seems to be after a new international transfer -- with what TAM/GAM and which international spot?! Son Heung-min Mania hits LAFC as the newest DP draws huge fan interests around the league and abroad. Plus, we dive into the controversy surrounding PRO referee Tim Ford and social media posts that seem to indicate he's an LAFC fan. (2:40) Inter Miami targeting Gonzalo Piovi from Cruz Azul (17:34) Drake Callender traded to Charlotte FC (23:33) Lucho Acosta deal finalized (25:15) Santi Moreno officially out, Kristoffer Velde in for Portland Timbers FC (30:35) Archie Goodwin signs with Charlotte FC (34:55) Son-Mania hits LAFC (43:07) Supporters Shield Rundown (47:05) PRO Referee Tim Ford under investigation for openly supporting a team (1:03:44) What to Watch this weekend in MLS!

It is a very fun time to be an MLS fan as Leagues Cup is in full swing and the transfer market is as hot as it's ever been. So, much, drama with players demanding to leave, not being allowed to leave, and Toronto spending a lot of cash on a player you've heard of before. Portland and Colorado might have issues behind the scenes while Vancouver continues to do good business. There's so much to cover, and that's just on the player side. Turns out, there's a few non-players who have also been asked to leave as well!   Timestamps:  (6:50) - Messi's Bodyguard banned from Leagues Cup (12:21) - Make American Great Again hat banned in St Louis  (20:56) - Djordje Mihailovic to Toronto (31:25) - Columbus Crew transfers in and not out  (38:23) - Lucho Acosta's MLS time comes to an end  (45:12) - Santi Moreno demands to leave Portland  (53:44) - What to Watch this Weekend

Kevin, Grayson, and Chief are finally back in their happy place: talking about Leagues Cup. As the number 1 cheerleaders of all things Leagues Cup, this episode is dedicated to what should be your favorite tournament. Explaining the format, who to root for, how we got here, and what the future of the tournament might look like. Then in Part Two it's matches this weekend to checkout since there is no MLS action.    Timestamps:  (0:42) - Leagues Cup Overview and Preview (49:26) - What to Watch this Weekend

In another unorthodox World's GAM the focus is only on two big stories of the day: Inter Miami and Messi possibly (maybe, maybe not?) cheating. Would it be so bad if everyone else got to play by these new rules? Also this week was MLS All-Star which means owner meetings and a "State of the League" talk from Don Garber. TV viewership numbers, ICE protests, and the looming calendar switch were all topics. Then, it's what to watch for this weekend!   Timestamps:  (0:40) - Inter Miami, Messi, and following rules (25:35) - MLS All-Star and everything around the game (57:10) - What to Watch This Weekend

An unusual episode for The World's GAM, the entire episode is an interview with Andrew Wiebe. Fans of MLS, podcasts, and particularly MLS podcasts will know Wiebe from his time hosting the beloved Extra Time Radio podcast and now he is the sideline reporter for Sunday Night Soccer on MLS Season Pass. This longer-than-usual conversation was a great survey of his time covering the league and where said league stands now. 

With the Gold Cup and Club World Cup over it is now the home-stretch for MLS (let's pretend like the Leagues Cup doesn't exist for right now) as the Supporter Shield appears to be an 8 team race. Minnesota is the most aggressive set-piece team in the world, Seattle and Columbus agreed to end their match early, NYCFC floats a 700 pound bird down a river or two, and Charlotte has a hand-eye coordination problem. Throw in a little What to Watch this weekend with some great matchups (all at the exact same time).    Timestamps:  (6:21) - NYCFC Floats a 700# Pigeon  (14:26) - Charlotte Beer Showers (24:33) - Minnesota Hacking Set-Pieces  (37:03) - The end of the Sounders-Crew match (46:47) - Update on Chicago ICE banners (50:24) - The Supporter Shield Race takes Shape (1:08:06) - What to Watch this Weekend

After a week off The World's GAM is BACK! The MLSPA dropped salary information on our doorsteps, even if it was a few months late. Olivier Giroud, Federico Bernardeschi, and Lorenzo Insigne all say Goodbye to MLS as Son Heung-min, Thomas Muller, and Timo Werner may be saying Hello. Chicago fans clash with security and their club about political messaging and San Diego, look out ya'll, might be for real. Part two is a conversation with John Molinaro about Toronto, looking back at the Manning legacy and looking ahead to what's next. And Finally in Part Three it's what to watch this weekend.   Timestamps:  (2:00) - MLSPA Salary Dump (19:57) - MLS Departures (26:53) - MLS Arrivals(?) (35:31) - Political message clashes in Chicago/MLS (45:10) - San Diego and their MVP  (53:13) - Interview with John Molinaro (1:15:22) - What to Watch This Weekend   Links:  Follow John Molinaro on X and check out TFC Republic 

After spending all of last week talking about the Club World Cup and picking matches to watch this weekend, it only felt appropriate to go back and talk about the matches that really have made this tournament special. How has MLS looked? Will Miami get out of the group? And predicting how every group will shake out late this week during "decision week". Enjoy this bonus episode and we'll be back on Thursday with your regularly scheduled MLS talk. 

It is a special episode of The World's GAM as it is all about the Club World Cup! The tournament had a cloud of controversy going into it, and yet it appears to have come out the other side looking like a great idea. The execution could use some work though. Looking at how the tournament has gone through the first week, how MLS teams have looked, and who we find ourselves rooting for is all a part of the fun. Then it's a look ahead to the weekend matches that have caught our eye in the Club World Cup. 

A very, very busy week off the field for MLS has so much to talk about in this one. The USMNT had two rough games in their tune-up match before the Gold Cup, but does it look worse for MLS that a team full of MLS-ers couldn't get it done? LAFC, the club and the fans, take a stand against the federal government while the Club World Cup looks to add ICE and Boarder Patrol to stadium security, where does this go from here? Vancouver Whitecaps continue their insane story with a very weird 3-0 victory over the Seattle Sounders and USSF and the NCAA are holding talks about how to incorporate college soccer in the broader soccer umbrella in the United States, what happens next? PLUS what to watch this weekend.    Timestamps:  (1:35) - USMNT vs MLS (14:36) - LAFC vs the feds (25:54) - Vancouver vs Seattle (36:51) - Chicago Fire new stadium soon? (38:09) - USSF and NCAA to merge? The future of college soccer (57:24) - What to watch this weekend

International competitions dominated the MLS storylines this past week with LAFC punching a ticket to the Club World Cup, Seattle Sounders players protesting how bonuses are being divided, and the Vancouver Whitecaps fail at the finish-line in CONCACAF Champions Cup. MLS National Writer Charles Boehm joins to talk about MLS at the half-way point. What storylines are being overlooked and who do we credit for the Philly academy success? Finally what to watch this weekend is a little lacking as most of the league is off for international duty.    Timestamps:  (8:01) - LAFC is in the Club World Cup (27:07) - Seattle Sounders player protest (42:34) - Conversation with Charles Boehm (1:12:26) - What to Watch this Weekend

Another exciting week of MLS action has the lead story being Olof Mellberg is out after just 15 matches in charge in St Louis. How much time is left for St Louis's General Manager, and how is Philly's success factoring in. Many listeners wanted The Chief and Grayson to weigh in on a call in the Charlotte-Columbus match, but what are ways we can make refereeing better in MLS? Maybe start with answering some questions. FC Cincinnati are at the top of the table, but are they pretending? And CR7 will probably be coming to the United States this summer, but playing for whom?  Timestamps:  (8:41) - Olof Mellberg OUT (22:02) - Referee decisions make headlines  (44:32) - FC Cincinnati  (50:45) - Ronaldo to Miami!?  (56:37) - What to Watch this Weekend (and Wednesday)    

It was a rivalry week for the history books! Very, very boring history books. Mid-week matches take the steam out of intense rivalries and might have contributed to weak results. Greg Vanney signs a contract extension on the eve of his team going winless yet again this season. And the seats in St Louis are heating up. Part Two is all about Miami, and asking if they're bad now after an awful two months of performances. Part Three is all about which matches are worth your time this weekend!   Timestamps: (6:25) - Special 10 days transfer window  (10:23) - Rivalry Week Reactions (19:04) - El Traffico and Greg Vanney (28:26) - Hot seats in St Louis (38:16) - Is Miami bad now? (56:44) - What to watch this weekend

A very interesting week in MLS both on and off the field. In Part Two Ben Wright of 615 soccer, MLS, and GIVE ME SPORT joins to talk about the fan situation in Nashville and ICE detentions making fans feel unsafe to attend matches, as well as the season on the pitch. In Part One it's Minnesota whooping Miami and making Beckham cry on instagram, the LA Galaxy might have signed their doomed manager to a new secret contract, and Orlando have quietly put together an impressive season so far. Finally Part Three is all Rivalry Week, which matches are worth your time?   Timestamps:  (3:22) - Minnesota vs Miami vs Beckham  (15:59) - The doomed LA Galaxy continue to be doomed (30:42) - The sneak good Orlando run  (37:13) - Interview with Ben Wright  (1:03:26) - What to Watch this Weekend   Read more of Ben's work at https://www.sixonefivesoccer.com/

It's a full episode on The World's GAM covering the top stories in and around MLS. The Open Cup this weekend exposed, once again, a critical weakness is the sport, getting people to care about cup matches. SKC records a no-shooter against LA Galaxy. LAFC is in a playoff that may or may not be legitimate depending on who you ask. EA FC is putting MLS in weird places and the New England Revolution are back.    Timestamps:  (0:58) - Open Cup (10:29) - SKC's Weird Win over LA Galaxy  (24:27) - LAFC - Club America playoff (33:25) - New England Revolution are Back  (37:01) - EA FC Mobile did what? (45:28) - Double Secret Transfer Window (1:04:06) - What to Watch This Weekend 

The World's GAM is lucky enough to be joined by the Armchair Analyst Matt Doyle to talk the theory behind power rankings, how much xDAWG vs Vibes is important, and are LA Galaxy or NYRB fans hurting more. Part One is a rundown of the top stories including the world's best team Vancouver Whitecaps, Jullian Gressel going to Minnesota in a very cool, very legal way, Wilfred Zaha clapping back, and so much more. Part Three are your matches to watch this weekend! Timestamps:  (4:36) - Vancouver Whitecaps beat Miami! (16:53) - Jullian Gressel moves to Minnesota  (21:52) - Wilfred Zaha takes to Snapchat  (31:18) - Johnny Russell betrays SKC (32:42) - Pablo Mauer leaves The Athletic  (41:50) - A conversation with Matt Doyle (1:11:29) - What to watch this weekend   Links:  Tactics Free Zone Subtack from Matt Doyle

Phil Neville goes OFF on referees in MLS, is he off base? not was a rough look for the Third Team this past weekend, maybe he has a point. Steve Cherundolo says goodbye to LAFC... in like 8 months. He decides to leave the team for personal reasons, just as the season gets started, but won't leave until the end of the season. How weird is that? Bruce Arena takes a shot at the USMNT manager Mauricio Pochettino, is it unfair? In Part Two it's all about Transfer Deadline Day and ask the question, should team still be doing business with Boavista? Then finally it's what to watch for this weekend!    Timestamps: (3:25) - Phil Neville's comments on PRO  (12:56) - Steve Cherundolo's decision to leave LAFC (24:55) - Bruce Arena takes a shot at Mauricio Pochettino (30:48) - Transfer Deadline Day  (44:50) - What to Watch For This Weekend

It's the Vancouver Whitecaps's world and we're just livin in it. An incredible CCL run, a crushing 5-1 victory over Austin, and all without their best player means The World's GAM had to talk to Michael McColl from AFTN about the start to the season in Vancouver. In Part One it's a run through topics like MLS not adopting the winter schedule, more teams adopting local tape delays, the wild result in Atlanta, Miami and Columbus playing in Cleveland, and so much more. Part Three is a look at the matches to watch this weekend!   Timestamps:  (0:56) - MLS does not adopt a Winter Schedule (11:18) - Columbus and Miami play in Cleveland (19:29) - New England gets a win in Atlanta (26:14) - MLS Coaching Hot Seats  (29:30) - MLS teams adopting tape delay  (36:12) - Interview with AFTN's Michael McColl about Vancouver Whitecaps (59:08) - What to Watch For This Weekend   Check out AFTN's coverage of the Whitecaps, Canadian soccer, and BC soccer at https://aftn.ca/

There was plenty to talk about this week in MLS! in Part One it's a look at a few of the big results this weekend including San Jose's 6-1 victory over DC United and Toronto's 1-1 draw in Miami. Vancouver is looking to build a new stadium, but aren't they also for sale? USL has MLS-ish viewing numbers on CBS and MLS Next decides to do-away with wins and losses. Part Two is dedicated to Philly selling Daniel Gazdag to Columbus Crew. Who wins, who loses in this, and how should the fans be feeling? Finally in Part Three it's What to Watch For This Weekend with an eye to the West.   Timestamps:  (3:21) - San Jose beat-down of DC United 6-1 (13:15) - Toronto draws Miami in Miami (21:38) - USL gets MLS-ish viewing numbers on CBS (28:54) - Vancouver looks to build a new stadium!? (34:42) - MLS Next "Quality of Play" rankings (42:27) - Gazdag to Columbus shocker (59:29) - What to Watch For This Weekend

We're back with another newsy week in MLS! Inter Miami claims all 3 points vs. Philly in a clash of East-leading titans. San Diego FC gets a first home victory in a first-half thriller vs. LAFC. Peter Vermes is OUT as manager of SKC less than 24 hours after supporters demanded his firing. Thomas Müller on his way to MLS? Rumors have the Bayern Munich star linked to FC Cincinnati, San Diego FC and New York Red Bulls. PLUS: Violent incidents at San Diego FC, Political signs taken down at New England Revolution -- what's going on with attendance and crowds at MLS matches this season?  Timestamps:  (1:55) Inter Miami v. Philadelphia Union (10:55) - San Diego FC v. LAFC (19:55) - Peter Vermes OUT at Sporting Kansas City (30:39) - Thomas Müller to MLS? (36:05) - LAFC v. Club America for a Club World Cup Spot PART II (40:45) - Fan Incidents at MLS Stadiums This Week + Attendance Talk PART III (55:55) - What matches YOU should be watching this weekend (in addition to your favorite team) Special thanks to JIM TRACE & THE MAKERS for our music! Check them out on the web at jimtraceandthemakers.com. The World's GAM is produced by The Post Cincy.