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THE Soccer Dad-Pod

Gaslight Studio STL
Soccer
Youth Soccer
St. Louis
College Soccer
MLS
St. Louis Soccer
High School Soccer
US Soccer
Soccer Culture
St. Louis City SC
Youth Sports
Youth Soccer Development
Coaching
Transfer Portal
Women's Soccer
Soccer Coaching
Youth Development
Professional Soccer
NCAA
Major League Soccer

Based out of St. Louis, ”Soccer Dad-Pod” is a show with Top-Flight Guests who stomach the Mid-Table hosts. From THE ORIGINAL SOCCER CAPITAL OF THE UNITED STATES, there is no shortage of incredible stories that touch on the highest level of soccer success, to the grind of youth tryouts, and everything in between! From youth, to recruiting, to college, and beyond, we’ve got you covered!

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Latest Episodes

He's back... the Badger himself, AJ Cochran. We went live from Llewellyn's pub in Webster and chatted up everything from the DiMaria dynasty to World Cup expectations!

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One of the top-class humans in College soccer... who happened to be a Herman Trophy recipient, AND was the #5 pick overall in the '98 MLS College draft... which means he was really good.

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Jason Carney is a return guest bringing some more insight, new updates, a state title, and a new book to the conversation!

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This Dublin native, who's now an STL loyalist, joined the crew at FBAG's for some pints & footy chat. Topics covered: recruiting, academies, pathway, Sam Sarver, MLS, EPL, and more!

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Recent Guests

Jason Carney
Soccer coach and author
Portland area soccer community
Episode: Ep. 282: Jason Carney | State Title, New Book, & More...
Ian Henry
Soccer coach and former player with extensive experience in Irish and U.S. soccer, including youth development and college programs
Various clubs in St. Louis area (Scott Gallagher, SAUE, Lindenwood, etc.)
Episode: Ep. 281: Ian Henry | Dublin to STL & a little Sarver
Justin Bernaix
Head coach Edwardsville Girls High School, head coach Lewis and Clark Women
Edwardsville High School / Lewis and Clark Community College
Episode: Ep. 280: Justin Bernaix
Thomas Dooley
USMNT legend, former Kaiserslautern and Mainz player, current coach of Guyana national team
Football (Soccer)
Episode: Ep. 279: Thomas Dooley | USMNT Legend
Christian Briggs
St. Louis soccer player and ambassador, longtime Ambush/Stars participant
Ambush Stars / St. Louis Ambush
Episode: Ep. 278: Ambush-Stars & TST 2026
Will Eskay
Ambush player, connected to the Ambush organization and TST efforts
Ambush Stars
Episode: Ep. 278: Ambush-Stars & TST 2026
David Murray
Author of Soccer Dad and Soccer DadPod guest
Disruption Books (publisher listed on episode)
Episode: Ep. 277: David Murray | Soccer Dad
Ross Paule
St. Louis-area soccer professional and ID2 leader at US Club Soccer
US Club Soccer
Episode: Ep. 276: Ross Paule | Creighton to MLS to US Club Soccer
Dan Counce
St. Louis Soccer legend, former SLU standout and MLS/NASL executive
Former SLU player, MLS/NASL executive
Episode: Ep. 275: Dan Counce | SLU, Hermann Trophy, 10yr Pro... & More!

Host

Zach
Co-host/voice of the show; frequent presence across episodes with conversational, hosting duties.

Reviews

4.7 out of 5 stars from 127 ratings
  • More entertaining than my kids 7am tournament game.

    If you love soccer, laughing, and hearing dads somehow turn youth sports chaos into quality entertainment, this pod is for you. Great soccer talk, fun and informative. Five stars easily.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    El Flama Blanca
    United Statesa month ago
  • Great show

    Tons of great content with interviews but also educating soccer parents on the landscape of youth soccer. Hosted in the soccer capital of the USA too.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Giggsy1978
    United States4 months ago
  • Soccer parent must listen

    Never thought I would earn a minor in the history of St. Louis soccer, but here we are. I’m in California and all the topics are still relevant. Listening to interviews with high school and college coaches has brought back a ton of memories for me and my own experiences with the game. Love the focus on youth development, recruiting, and college. But what makes this pod special is the hosts banter, (fairly) even-keeled takes, and ability to ask the follow-up questions that my brain has gone to as... more

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    meadows6
    United States6 months ago
  • Quality Offering

    I love this podcast. The hosts are entertaining when they chop it up, and the guest lineup is interesting and varied. Nice job, boys. Keep up the good work.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Loyal listener STL
    United Statesa year ago
  • Great show

    Love the show. Great info and guest. And love the hate for kansas.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    CoachCL6282
    United Statesa year ago

Listeners Say

Key themes from listener reviews, highlighting what works and what could be improved about the show.

The show is seen as a trusted source for understanding youth soccer pathways and parental guidance.
Some critical feedback notes over-polished or overly long intro segments but remain engaged with guests and topics.
Listeners praise entertaining but informative banter and strong guest lineups.
Fans value deep dives into youth development, recruitment, and local soccer culture.

Talking Points

Recent interactions between the hosts and their guests.

Ep. 276: Ross Paule | Creighton to MLS to US Club Soccer
Q: What motivated you to join MLS or pursue professional play after Creighton, given the training limits in college?
He describes the push to train abroad during summers (PSV, Bertha Breyman, Coventry City) and the perceived need to pursue pro opportunities while maintaining long-term education, ultimately deciding to take a risk for his career.
Ep. 276: Ross Paule | Creighton to MLS to US Club Soccer
Q: Do you remember some of the first inbound calls and your dream school during senior year?
Ross talks about his top choices and explains he wanted a program with a championship culture rather than a single 'reach' school, highlighting SMU, SLU, Stanford, UCLA, and Virginia as options.
Ep. 276: Ross Paule | Creighton to MLS to US Club Soccer
Q: No, who was the coach at the time?
Ross explains that Bob Warming was the coach at Creighton when he arrived, noting Warming's selling ability and the importance of finding the right environment.
Ep. 279: Thomas Dooley | USMNT Legend
Q: Desert island question: who would you take and why?
The guest selects a European colleague, then cites a memorable American teammate as a ride-or-die companion, emphasizing compatibility and shared history as essential on an isolated island.
Ep. 279: Thomas Dooley | USMNT Legend
Q: What was the reaction among peers when you decided to play for the United States instead of Germany?
The guest describes an amazing, supportive reaction from his circle, with some initial curiosity but ultimately encouragement and pride in his decision.

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The show centers on youth soccer culture with a strong emphasis on development pathways, coaching philosophy, and the college recruitment landscape. Episodes frequently feature coaches, authors, and club leaders who discuss mentoring, culture, and practical advice for players, parents, and programs. A standout trait is the long-running focus on both personal development and technical growth, anchored by candid stories from regional soccer legends and national figures, all framed with a distinctly St. Louis identity. The format blends insightful interviews with relatable banter, making it a potentially valuable listen for parents navigating youth sports, coaches seeking scalable development models, and sponsors looking to reach soccer famili... more

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Recent guests on THE Soccer Dad-Pod include:

1. Jason Carney
2. Ian Henry
3. Justin Bernaix
4. Thomas Dooley
5. Christian Briggs
6. Will Eskay
7. David Murray
8. Ross Paule

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