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Forward Madison FC, an inaugural member of USL League One, boasts one of the most passionate and fanatical supporter cultures in the American lower divisions. Now in its fourth season, Talkin' Flock serves and respresents those supporters through insightful and entertaining coverage of the club and what they're doing both on and off the field. Hosted by journalist Rob Chappell of Madison365 and soccer coach and content creator Alex Alvarado of Xtra Time Talent, each episode includes game analysis; interviews with players, coaches and other personalities; and a look at other league action.

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Forward Madison FC, an inaugural member of USL League One, boasts one of the most passionate and fanatical supporter cultures in the American lower divisions. Now in its fourth season, Talkin' Flock serves and respresents those supporters through insightful and entertaining coverage of the club and what they're doing both on and off the field. Hosted by journalist Rob Chappell of Madison365 and soccer coach and content creator Alex Alvarado of Xtra Time Talent, each episode includes game analysis; interviews with players, coaches and other personalities; and a look at other league action.

    Reduced Velocity with John Pascarella

    Reduced Velocity with John Pascarella

    You want goals? We've got goals. This week, Rob and Alex break down that dominant win over Spokane, including some analysis of the defensive game plan, the buildup and finishes on the three goals, and the excellent performances from Bernd Schipmann and Christian Chaney especially. Then, assistant coach John Pascarella joins to talk team cohesion, tactical periodization, chaos theory, USL/MLS tension and lots more. Plus, he answers the question on everyone's mind: is Chaney left-footed?



    Follow Alex @xtt_608 on Instagram

    Follow Rob @robchappell365 on Instagram & Twitter

    Follow JP @JPSoccerCoach on Twitter


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    • 1 hr 6 min
    JAGER WINNIN' with Spokane Soccer Show's Benji Wade

    JAGER WINNIN' with Spokane Soccer Show's Benji Wade

    This week, Rob & Alex go over that impressive Jagermeister Cup win, break down those two amazing goals and Chaney's impressive day, and nitpick over substitution decistions. Then, Benji Wade from the Spokane Soccer Show joins us to talk through the thrills of a first season, learning a new league and what to expect in our first-ever clash with the Velocity this Sunday.



    Correction: Rob misspoke in this episode - Augustin Davila is from Uruguay, not Honduras.


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    • 1 hr 34 min
    Stoppage time magic & a visitor from Charlotte

    Stoppage time magic & a visitor from Charlotte

    The boys bounced back big from that Jagermeister Cup loss in Lexington to take a 3-2 comeback win at home on Saturday. This week, Rob and Alex talk through both of those matches, touch on tree-themed soccer teams, and emphasize the importance of condiments. Plus, we welcome Michale Umberger from the Mecklenburg Reserves, the supporter group of next Saturday's opponent to talk about what happens in a USL town when the MLS shows up, the history of the club, and what it's like to win a playoff game.


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    • 1 hr 13 min
    Postgame interviews: Madison 3:2 Greenville, May 4, 2024

    Postgame interviews: Madison 3:2 Greenville, May 4, 2024

    After that stunning 3-2 win over Greenville, we hear from head coach Matt Glaeser and all three goal scorers: Wolfgang Prentice, Christian Chaney and Juan Galindrez. Thanks to Chaney for translation assistance and thanks to Keely for batteries.


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    • 13 min
    The Henny Derby Home Opener Recap with Wolfgang Prentice

    The Henny Derby Home Opener Recap with Wolfgang Prentice

    The team was pretty disappointed with the 2-2 draw in the Henny Derby home opener. Is that disappointment justified? This week, Rob and Alex talk through that match, which featured four pretty great goals. Plus, some news on a new partnership between the club and the city to get more soccer-specific spaces around town, and Wolfgang Prentice joins the show to talk about his journey from So Cal to Oakland to Madison.



    Follow the show @TalkinFlock on X and Instagram.

    Follow Rob @RobChappell365 on X and Instagram.

    Follow Alex and Extra Time Talent @XTT_608 on Instagram.


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    • 44 min
    Henny Derby Postgame Interviews

    Henny Derby Postgame Interviews

    Assistant coach Neil Hlavaty, captain Mitch Osmond and forward Derek Gebhard give their thoughts on the 2-2 draw against Richmond. It's Neil tonight and not Matt as Matt was given a red card and is therefore not allowed to do postgame media, per league rules.


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    • 13 min

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