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RFK Refugees Podcast

RFK Refugees
DC United
Washington Spirit
MLS
Christian Benteke
Orlando
Gabriel Pirani
Jacob Murrell
Chicago Fire
New York Red Bulls
Major League Soccer
NWSL
Atlanta United
Philadelphia Union
Trinity Rodman
Audi Field
New England Revolution
World Cup
MLS Playoffs
Seattle Sounders
Toronto FC

RFK Refugees is a podcast dedicated to covering all things DC United and Washington Spirit. Since 2017, Ted Meyer and Jon Hoffman have talked every week about DC soccer, bringing the perspective of long-time fans to the broader fan community. This show is for anyone with an interest in either team or someone looking for some group therapy for yet another painful DCU season. At least the Spirit are... more

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Latest Episodes

Why do former DC United players start scoring the moment they leave? Jon compares the club to a car whose designer changes every 20 minutes: one wants triangle wheels, the next wants a tank, and at the end everyone blames the parts.

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Inter Miami 4, DC United 0. The game plan was gone by the second minute, and Jon and Ted are left asking a bigger question: who is actually running this club? Jon borrows an old SNL bit about a band where everyone wants to play bass. Ted says nobody ... more

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No DPs, a 10:30 p.m. kickoff, and the best team in the West on the other side. D.C. United still left BC Place with a 3-3 draw, and Kimito Nono scored his first two MLS goals to get them there. Ted says he's the club's best summer signing since Wayne... more

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Thirty-one shots. Three and a half expected goals. A 2-1 loss at home.

D.C. United were comprehensively the better side against Charlotte and lost anyway, in a game that took a real bite out of what was left of the playoff picture. Jon and Ted give ... more

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Hosts

Ted Meyer
Co-host of RFK Refugees Podcast; long-time DC United/MLS commenter with strong roster and tactical insights.
Jon Hoffman
Co-host and on-air partner; provides analysis with a fan-first perspective and practical take on DC United coverage.

Reviews

4.9 out of 5 stars from 121 ratings
  • Great Coverage

    Jon and Ted are my go-to for DC United coverage. Their discussions are relevant, insightful, and fun to listen to! Keep up the good work guys!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    pjcads
    United States8 months ago
  • It’s the only podcast coverage for DCU

    It’s an okay show, a lot of bad takes and mediocre analysis. It’s just buddies talking about a team they may or may not like (hard to tell which). I don’t know why they cover the team when it seems like they don’t want to and now they want people to pay lol.

    Apple Podcasts
    2
    PicoDaGuyYoo
    United States9 months ago
  • Desperately needed DCU coverage

    Best coverage of DCU. One of the only places you can find this coverage, very thankful for it

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    hardenspencer
    United States2 years ago
  • Please do not have the guest podcaster on ever again

    Your guest podcaster in today's episode literally was putting me to sleep. Please have someone with more energy. Thanks.

    Apple Podcasts
    2
    MoCo in PBG
    United States2 years ago
  • The Only Podcast for D.C. United MLS Fans

    D.C. United is NOT an easy team to be a fan of (the ups, the downs, the bizarre coaching hires), but the boys at RFK Refugees will help you laugh, cry, and explain everything the team throws at you. It’s a seriously thoughtful listen - they’ve got a great handle on roster rules, tactics, and the league’s history - without devolving into either blind “homerism” or negativity. Give them a spin!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Le Big Fan (DMV)
    United States3 years ago

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Energetic, fan-forward discussions that mix match analysis with league-wide topics.
Shows deep DC United focus with insightful roster and tactical commentary.
Consistently well-produced and engaging, though some episodes lean heavily into fan banter.

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"Triangle Wheels": Why DC United Players Thrive Everywhere But Here
Q: If DC United makes the playoffs, what scenario would give the team a chance to get past its first opponent?
Ted thinks the team could beat a play-in opponent based on its results against likely contenders, but says its prospects become less certain against a higher-ranked team.
"Triangle Wheels": Why DC United Players Thrive Everywhere But Here
Q: How should progress be measured in 2026, given that DC United may avoid the wooden spoon but can still look much like last season?
Ted says avoiding the wooden spoon is not enough and that expectations should rise if René Weiler returns, while Jon says the team needs a consistent attacking identity.
"Everyone Wants to Play Bass": Is Anyone Running DC United?
Q: When they match against New York Red Bulls, a true must win as opposed to it be really good to win, but a loss doesn't kill you. Are the playoffs pretty much out of the question already?
Ted Meyer says DC United needs three points to stay in the playoff conversation and that a loss would effectively end its chances. Jon Hoffman agrees that the team is under pressure, while noting it may not be mathematically eliminated immediately.
"Everyone Wants to Play Bass": Is Anyone Running DC United?
Q: Does ownership care, or is this just chaos from the top?
Ted Meyer says the club's problems are better explained by ineffective management and instability than a lack of interest in winning. Jon Hoffman discusses the club's spending and calls for continuity, greater communication, and a stronger next signing.
Is There Another Doctor In The House?
Q: Do we know anything more than the press release about our new head of recruitment?
DC United hired Dr. Orbey Unsoy as head of recruitment, previously at Samsung Spore and credited with leading them to success.

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Frequently Asked Questions About RFK Refugees Podcast

What is RFK Refugees Podcast about and what kind of topics does it cover?

A passionate, long-running show focused on DC United and the Washington Spirit, with weekly breakdowns of matches, rosters, and tactical shifts intertwined with broader MLS and U.S. soccer culture. Hosts bring fan-centric analysis, often mixing game-by-game critique with league-wide topics like development pipelines, roster rules, and ownership dynamics, all delivered in a candid, accessible style. Unique aspects include a strong fan community tone, informal anecdotes, and a willingness to discuss governance and business side of MLS alongside on-pitch matters, which helps listeners feel like part of the conversation.

Potential listeners who want inside-the-room takes from dedicated supporters, plus thoughtful commentary on roster moves and... more

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4. Steve Kaplan
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