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Seattle Sounders
MLS
Major League Soccer
Leagues Cup
Inter Miami
Minnesota United
MLS Playoffs
CONCACAF Champions Cup
Paul Rothrock
LA Galaxy
Vancouver Whitecaps
Club World Cup
Obed Vargas
Portland Timbers
USMNT
Pedro De La Vega
Jordan Morris
LAFC
Houston Dynamo
Jesus Ferreira

Lobbing Scorchers is a Seattle Sounders and MLS focused show hosted by Noah Riffe and Ari Liljenwall. Join us as we lob our scorching takes on the American soccer landscape, Seattle Sounders, Major League Soccer, USMNT and more. Included in this feed is Lobbing Scorchers Kickoff, Eternal Blue Forever Girls, Lobbing Scorchers Stoppage Time and Lobbing Scorchers Under the Lights.

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The Seattle Sounders picked up another point with a 1-1 draw against the LA Galaxy, simultaneously extending their unbeaten run and their winless run. We'll revisit Jackson’s optimistic take from last week, then tackle the topic once again of whether... more

The Seattle Sounders are running out of time. After another frustrating result with Saturday's 0-0 draw against the New York Red Bulls at Lumen Field, we break down where things stand as Seattle’s MLS winless streak continues. The result was nowhere ... more

Close out your 2026 MLS deadline day with Lobbing Scorchers! We will cover the newest Seattle Sounders transfer for Caden Clark from DC United as well as the biggest moves and news live as it happens around Major League Soccer.

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The Seattle Sounders' winless run continued in Matchday 23 with a 2-2 draw vs. Chicago Fire FC at Lumen Field, but the Rave Green did get a memorable club debut from new No. 9 Dejan Jovelic. Does the super Serbian raise Seattle's ceiling in the race ... more

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Alex Campbell
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Episode: Seattle Sounders take on Robert Lewandowski! (feat. Alex Campbell)
James (New Member)
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Listener/Guest
Episode: Fans react to DEMORALIZING Seattle Sounders loss at Philadelphia Union!
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Episode: Fans react to Seattle Sounders MELTDOWN at Austin FC!
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Episode: Fans react to Seattle Sounders MELTDOWN at Austin FC!
Nat (second appearance)
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Episode: Fans react to DISASTROUS Seattle Sounders loss to Portland Timbers!
Jake Zivin
Lead play-by-play broadcaster for Apple TV, previously TV voice of the Portland Timbers
Apple TV
Episode: Jake Zivin Talks Legacy of Timbers vs. Sounders Rivalry
Cat Bush
Analytics researcher focused on momentum data in football
Blue Sky / Footy
Episode: How Hydration Breaks Have Impacted World Cup Play (Feat. Cat Bush)
Adam Smith
U.S. Representative for Washington's 9th district
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Episode: U.S. House Rep. Adam Smith Talks World Cup, Youth Soccer and Iran Deal
Rick Larsen
A Congressional Representative from Washington State (2nd District)
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Episode: Rep. Rick Larsen on Trump, USMNT & the 2026 World Cup

Hosts

Noah Riffe
Host of Lobbing Scorchers; affiliated with Just Once Media / Lobbing Scorchers.
Ari Liljenwall
Co-host / Host of Lobbing Scorchers Kickoff and regular show presence; provides primary hosting and analysis.

Reviews

4.8 out of 5 stars from 193 ratings
  • 5 stars

    Paul Rothrock’s favorite pod for sure

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Fan of banff
    United Statesa year ago
  • Simply

    The best. Paul Rothrock 4Lyfe

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Boss8888888808
    United Statesa year ago
  • Great Juggling

    It’s all in the title.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Ajb88295929591
    United Statesa year ago
  • If you enjoy Immaturity

    Then this is the pod for you. Ari consistently brings insightful and informed opinions. Noah is an ignorant clown. But hey- some people like that.

    If you want higher quality analysis, check out nos audietis when Niko Moreno is on. That guy really gets the game and the club.

    Apple Podcasts
    1
    dsrollin
    United Statesa year ago
  • No better Sounders podcast

    Keep up the great work, boys!! Love the bits, the segments and just your personalities in general. I look forward to every episode!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Kty8821
    United States2 years ago

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Great depth of analysis without getting too academic
Refreshingly honest and knowledgeable about the league
Smart, sharp takes on MLS and the Sounders

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#198
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Seattle Sounders take on Robert Lewandowski! (feat. Alex Campbell)
Q: What did the open letter from the Seattle owner signify, and how might it influence fan perception alongside the Joveljić debut?
The letter acknowledged fan frustration and promised improvements while tying in the Joveljić signing as concrete action; it signals a PR tactic to rebuild trust, with the debut giving supporters tangible proof to anchor the message and potentially shift sentiment if results follow.
Seattle Sounders take on Robert Lewandowski! (feat. Alex Campbell)
Q: Why did Hugo Kuipers leave, and how has that decision shaped the Fire's transfer strategy going forward?
Kuipers's departure was surprising and left the Fire without a proven backup striker; it pushed the club to target positions across the spine (centerbacks, defensive/attacking midfielders) and consider deploying Lewandowski in a way that leverages midfield and forward depth rather than a simple one-for-one swap.
How Hydration Breaks Have Impacted World Cup Play (Feat. Cat Bush)
Q: Have you identified any specific teams that seem to benefit more from these breaks?
I didn't drill down to identify exact teams, but the findings suggest that the effects are nuanced and depend on game state; even teams showed small changes on average, while dominating teams in certain contexts can see the trailing side benefit after the restart.
How Hydration Breaks Have Impacted World Cup Play (Feat. Cat Bush)
Q: What was your first inclination to start looking into hydration breaks and their impact?
My initial hunch was that hydration breaks might provide a measurable but nuanced impact, and after obtaining the Momentum data from Foody and running analyses, I could test whether breaks produced meaningful differences beyond random minute-to-minute variation.
How Hydration Breaks Have Impacted World Cup Play (Feat. Cat Bush)
Q: Could you give us just like a quick brief on momentum as it's displayed in these analytical ways and charts?
Momentum is shown as two bars representing each team's probability of scoring in a short window; the dark bar is that team's momentum, the light bar is the difference between teams, illustrating relative shifts over two-minute spans and allowing comparison to longer segments like halves or the game as a whole.

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Two hosts deliver a fast, opinion-forward MLS and Seattle Sounders-centered show characterized by sharp takes, fan participation, and a practical, data-informed mindset. Episodes mix roaster moves, injuries, tactical pivots, and league-wide context with a healthy dose of humor and community banter, often featuring calls from listeners and occasional guest analysis. A standout is the duo's willingness to push back on conventional wisdom, provide unfiltered perspectives, and blend on-field analysis with sponsorship reads and independent media moves. This combination makes it a strong fit for listeners who want direct, conversational soccer discourse and practical insights for roster and marketing considerations alike.

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