6 episodes
The Cup 97.1 The Fan
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5.0 • 124 Ratings
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In 2008, the Columbus Crew won MLS Cup. But that isn't a spoiler...because on this six-part podcast series, host J.D. Smith takes you on a deep dive through some of the moments that made that Columbus Crew team the juggernaut it became. From stories told by the players who won it all, to memories from journalists, team employees, and fans who were there for the ride from start to finish, if you love the story of soccer in America, you need to listen to The Cup.
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Episode 01 - Massive Rebuild
Follow the story of how the 2008 team came together, from the heights of winning the Supporter's Shield in 2004, to crashing out of the playoffs that same year, and the rebuild that followed. Hosted by J.D. Smith, and featuring Duncan Oughton, Mark McCullers, Steve Sirk and Patrick Guldan.
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Episode 02 - Guille and the Rocket
Columbus was putting together a solid team capable of winning, but they needed a legend to put them over the top. Hear the story of how the Crew acquired one of the biggest soccer stars in Argentina, and how the 2008 season started off with a bang. Hosted by J.D. Smith, and featuring Duncan Oughton, Gino Padula, Danny O'Rourke, Mark McCullers, Dave Stephany, Steve Sirk, and Patrick Guldan
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Episode 03 - A New Voice
One of the most recognizable supporters groups in MLS got their start in 2008. Hear how the Nordecke was formed, and the challenges it faced, during that very first year of existence. Hosted by J.D. Smith, and featuring Duncan Oughton, Frankie Hejduk, Danny O'Rourke, Gino Padula, Mark McCullers, Steve Sirk, Patrick Guldan, Dave Stephany, John Clem, and Grant Thurmond.
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Episode 04 - Treason
Brian McBride came back to Columbus, but he was wearing the wrong uniform. The 2008 Eastern Conference Finals was a monumental victory for the Black and Gold as they vanquished an old foe with familiar faces on their way to the club's first ever MLS Cup appearance.Hosted by J.D. Smith, and featuring Frankie Hejduk, Duncan Oughton, Gino Padula, Danny O'Rourke, Shawn Mitchell, Neil Sika, and Steve Sirk
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Episode 05 - Hollywood Ending
The Columbus Crew made it to MLS Cup. Hear the story of how the Crew hoisted their first MLS Cup, as told by those who were there. Hosted by J.D. Smith, and featuring Frankie Hejduk, Duncan Oughton, Gino Padula, Danny O'Rourke, Steve Sirk, and John Clem.
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Episode 06 - All Good Things
The 2008 Columbus Crew was a legendary team. But, that team was immediately and undeniably changed just days after the historic victory in MLS Cup. The victory celebrations and tough emotions that followed are laid bare in the final chapter of the 2008 season. Hosted by J.D. Smith, and featuring Duncan Oughton, Gino Padula, Danny O'Rourke, Mark McCullers, Steve Sirk, Shawn Mitchell, Neil Sika, and Dave Stephany.
Customer Reviews
Essential for central Ohioans
Not a big soccer fan, but I felt the need to listen to this (as a Columbusite). Very informative, well organized, not overly fluffed up. Give it a whirl!
A great listen
This podcast brought back some great memories of the only professional team I’ve cheered onto a championship. Highly recommended to any Crew fan.
Drop everything and listen to this podcast
JD takes the time to really lay out the story of the 2008 Columbus Crew and their drive to win the MLS Cup. He starts the story in the 2004 season and finishes in 2010. I'm a better man for having listened to this podcast. Thank you TBone!
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