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KC Soccer Journal: A Sporting KC Podcast

FFSN Sporting KC
Sporting Kansas City
Kansas City Current
NWSL
MLS
KC Current
Kansas City Comets
Soccer
Sporting KC
Peter Vermes
Kansas City
World Cup
MASL
Major League Soccer
Indoor Soccer
Tim Melia
Washington Spirit
Johnny Russell
St. Louis
Temwa Chawinga
Alan Pulido

The longest running Sporting KC podcast, Shades of Blue! A wide range of voices and opinions from the fan perspective to professional journalists. The KC Soccer Journal network covers ALL forms of men's & women's soccer with dedicated shows covering the KC Current and KC Comets. Hosted by Cody Bradley & Thad Bell.

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Latest Episodes

Cody, Robert, Carrie, David, and Thad get back together.

In the first segment, we take a look at Sporting KC's match in Dallas.

In the second segment, we chat about Andres Luiz and the KC Current.

In the last segment, we grade the transfer window... more

Thad Bell⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ from the ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Kansas City Soccer Journal⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ is joined by regular co-hosts ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Daniel Sperry⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠... more

Robert, Carrie, and Thad get back together. We are joined by resident Kansas City soccer historian and stat keeper Mike Kuhn.

In the first segment, we discuss the recent transfers in and out for Sporting KC.

In the second segment, we talk about th... more

Thad Bell⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ from the ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Kansas City Soccer Journal⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ is joined by regular co-host ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Daniel Sperry⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠... more

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Recent Guests

Isaac Knopf
Production assistant on Ted Lasso; provided behind-the-scenes anecdotes
Ted Lasso production
Episode: Is Ted Lasso's Mustache Real? - Shades of Blue
Ryan Pore
Head coach, UMKC Men's Soccer
University of Missouri–Kansas City
Episode: Preseason Interview with UMKC Men's head coach Ryan Pore
Jess Smith
Head Coach, UMKC Women's Soccer
UMKC
Episode: Preseason Interview with UMKC Women's head coach Jess Smith
Matt Foster
Matt Foster of KSHB, guest analyst on the show
KSHB
Episode: USMNT out but more World Cup - Shades of Red, White and Blue
Diego Gutiérrez
World Cup analyst and former player
World Cup Analyst, Channel 4 Soccer Analyst
Episode: US vs Bosnia next, KC hosts knockout game- Shades of Red, White and Blue
Kerry Zavagnin
Former Nat, former wizard, long-time Sporting KC/Wizards coach
Youth National Team of US Soccer (guest)
Episode: USMNT talk with Kerry Zavagnin- Shades of Red, White and Blue
Jan Gobbo
Soccer player, previously with Toulouse, dual nationality (France/Ivory Coast)
Former Toulouse player
Episode: SKC Rumor and the World Cup starts - Shades of Blue
Lee Tschantret
Former player and current SKC II coach
Sporting Kansas City II / KC soccer legacy
Episode: Tschantret Interview - Shades of Blue
Lori Thomas
Director of Volunteer Operations and Workforce for FIFA World Cup Kansas City
FIFA/KC 2026
Episode: Two draws, a win and a guest - Shades of Blue

Hosts

Cody Bradley
Host of KC Soccer Journal podcast; involved with KC Soccer Journal Network and related Sporting KC podcast properties.
Thad Bell
Co-host of multiple KC soccer shows; regular host and voice in local soccer media; part of KC Soccer Journal Network.

Reviews

4.6 out of 5 stars from 141 ratings
  • Back at it again!

    A fun podcast series that follows Sporting and the Current. Definitely a good companion through our soccer seasons of highs-and-lows!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    OooGiroux
    United States6 months ago
  • Nice!

    Great pod ! Love everyone’s opinion

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Bitter genius
    United Statesa year ago
  • Great pod…just so quiet.

    Love the content and regularity of episodes, but the audio is super quiet. Was listening in my car and realized I had my CarPlay volume almost at max.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    schneid-pied
    United States2 years ago
  • Pretty fantastic

    As long as you don’t care if your hosts can pronounce Botswana correctly, this will be your favorite KC soccer pod. Because it’s very, very good!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Fernschuss
    United States2 years ago
  • Subs

    Love the show! For the question on subs, Shelton (Pulido), Bassong, and Pierre. We haven’t seen much of Bassong, but what we have seen he didn’t appear to be a liability, which is all you need in a sub to see out the game. Game was probably too physical for Memo, as much as I love him as a sub generally.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    mick772
    United States2 years ago

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Talking Points

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Preseason Interview with UMKC Men's head coach Ryan Pore
Q: Which players should fans be watching this season and why?
Jeremy Franku stands out as a top striker with potential for national recognition; Bryson Gosh and Gabrielle Galuccio are key contributors with leadership roles; the team's depth across multiple positions is crucial for success.
Preseason Interview with UMKC Men's head coach Ryan Pore
Q: How has the schedule shaped your NCAA tournament goals and recruiting strategy?
Our schedule is deliberately challenging to raise our profile and RPI, and this approach supports recruiting by showing we can compete with top programs while aiming to secure a national seed and deeper runs in the tournament.
Preseason Interview with UMKC Men's head coach Ryan Pore
Q: What is your approach to preseason preparation and how is the squad progressing?
We've benefited from a deep and highly fit returning group, with a strong work standard and careful management of training loads, allowing us to push players in every position while building depth for the season.
Preseason Interview with UMKC Women's head coach Jess Smith
Q: Did I see the UMKC Women were in the Ted Lasso episode?
Yes, they were featured in a game day shot and their team was acknowledged as part of the growing soccer community connected to the KC Current, which the guest notes as a point of pride and opportunity for exposure.
USMNT out but more World Cup - Shades of Red, White and Blue
Q: What went wrong for the US in this World Cup according to the panel?
The group discusses a combination of star players underperforming, depth issues beyond the starting XI, and defensive/goalkeeping gaps, with particular focus on the midfield and backline exposing vulnerabilities against stronger teams; there is consensus that long-term development and more talent being tested in stronger leagues are essential to improve outcomes in future tournaments.

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A long-running local soccer-focused show delivers a blend of tactical analysis, team news, and fan banter anchored in the Kansas City scene. Topics span Sporting Kansas City performances, transfer chatter, and the broader MLS/NWSL landscape, with frequent guest voices and local color about venues, ownership, and community in KC. The tone mixes informed critique with humor, accessible to casual listeners while still offering depth for hardcore fans. Notable strengths include strong chemistry among hosts, timely discussion of roster moves, and regular sponsor integrations that reflect a community-oriented, locally rooted brand.

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