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The Section 1904 Podcast

Darren Smith
Padres
San Diego Padres
World Cup 2026
United States Men's National Team
San Diego
LAFC
Nick Castellanos
San Diego Football Club
FC Cincinnati
Portland
Fernando Tatis Jr.
Major League Soccer
New York Knicks
World Cup
Manny Machado
Los Angeles Dodgers
Los Angeles
US Soccer
Mexico National Team

In pursuit of smart conversations since 2004. The Section 1904 Podcast is a 20-year radio career, distilled for small batch consumption. Quality over quantity. Made in San Diego. dsmithshow.substack.com

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I’ve had countless conversations with my buddy, Nate Abaurrea, through the years. Whether these conversations are enjoyed in Tijuana with tequila or via text, someone will likely suggest at the end of them that it “should have been a podcast”. So tha... more

There have already been 102 matches played at the 2026 World Cup. Only two remain.

On this episode, ESPN’s Eric Gomez and I spent almost all of our time talking about one of them - and it wasn’t the third-place game.

A quick aside: I think the Bron... more

(This is the audio-only podcast version of Thurdays’s MartyTimeTV / Section 1904 joint venture. You can find and subscribe to this podcast on Apple and Spotify and right here on Substack by clicking the button below. To watch this episode on YouTube,... more

(This is the audio-only version of Tuedays’s MartyTimeTV / Section 1904 joint venture. You can find and subscribe to this podcast on Apple and Spotify and right here on Substack by clicking the button below. To watch this episode on YouTube, click he... more

(This is the audio-only version of Thursday’s MartyTimeTV / Section 1904 joint venture. You can find and subscribe to this podcast on Apple and Spotify and right here on Substack by clicking the button below. To watch this episode on YouTube, click h... more

(This is the audio-only version of Tuedays’s MartyTimeTV / Section 1904 joint venture. You can find and subscribe to this podcast on Apple and Spotify and right here on Substack by clicking the button below. To watch this episode, click here)

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(This is the audio-only version of Thursday’s MartyTimeTV / Section 1904 joint venture. You can find and subscribe to this podcast on Apple and Spotify and right here on Substack by clicking the button below. To watch this episode, click here)

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There have been some unprecedented moments of national pride for fans of the U.S. and Mexican national teams over the past two weeks. The co-hosts of the 2026 FIFA World Cup are delivering exactly what their supporters hoped for: results.

On Wednesd... more

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Episode: LAFC Preview w/ Mikey Varas
AJ Cassavell
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Bartolo Colon Day
Q: What stood out most about the Bartolo Colon moment for you?
The sheer unpredictability and its lasting impact on the Padres' narrative, including how it energized the fan base and influenced perceptions of ownership and franchise direction.
Foul Ball!
Q: What is the current understanding of the rule about balls hanging over the line and their being fair or foul?
AJ Cassavell explains that there is an umpire interpretation rule that can affect calls in gray areas, and recent updates in the umpire's manual have changed how closers like Thai France are evaluated, leading to confusion among fans.
The Champions...
Q: What is your gut telling you about the second leg of the semifinal between Toluca and LAFC?
Eric suggests the edge goes to Toluca given their home atmosphere and altitude, while acknowledging LAFC's talent and the need for early pressure to score, with an emphasis on managing fatigue and tactical adjustments in Toluca's environment.

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What is The Section 1904 Podcast about and what kind of topics does it cover?

Two energetic hosts and a rotating roster of sports analysts deliver a conversational take on cross-sport topics with a San Diego vibe. Episodes regularly circle professional baseball (notably the Padres), MLS and US soccer, and international football (including the World Cup), interweaving tactical analysis, roster moves, and fan culture with lighthearted banter and real-time analytics commentary. A distinguishing pattern is the mix of deep-dive sports analysis with accessible storytelling, frequent guest appearances from ESPN reporters, coaches, and former players, and a willingness to riff on ownership, media dynamics, and cross-border sports scenes. This blend likely appeals to engaged, opinionated fans who crave informed context alongs... more

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