Queen City Press Podcast

Laurel Pfahler
  • 5.0 (2)
  • Soccer
  • Updated Semiweekly

In-depth FC Cincinnati coverage in audio form to supplement written content from Queen City Press publisher Laurel Pfahler, a professional journalist who covers the team full-time. The Queen City Press Podcast now features two weekly shows, including a paid subscriber-supported "Insider" show that provides exclusive access to full interviews with players and staff, the ability to submit a question for Laurel to ask of a player or coach and more. This show is hosted by the spouse team of Laurel and Eric Pfahler, a former sports writer who enjoys watching and talking soccer, and it generally publishes Mondays. As of February 2026, we have added a second weekly "preview" show to break down the upcoming weekend match, share brief clips of interviews and more. MLSSoccer.com's Tyler Snipes joins Laurel on Fridays for this ad-supported, publicly available show. These podcasts provide a unique perspective from inside the training grounds and locker room of FC Cincinnati.

  1. 20h ago

    Next 90: FC Cincinnati making moves, MLS on Apple TV's Carlos Mauricio Ramirez talks vibes going into Houston

    MLS on Apple TV's Carlos Mauricio Ramirez joined to discuss the vibes going into FC Cincinnati's match at Houston Dynamo FC on Saturday, but first, there's a ton of news to discuss. Laurel and Tyler recap Chris Albright's interview with Queen City Press and FCCincinnati.com about Matt Miazga's departure, the potential signing of free agent Tyrell Malacia, U.S. national team news and other tidbits about the upcoming international window, Connor Dale's homegrown signing and more. It's a jam-packed episode so be sure to listen through the end! We also wrap up with a Patreon Press Pass segment with Evander. Subscribe on Patreon to submit your questions for a player or coach to be tossed into the mix for a future segment. This episode is available on Apple Podcasts, Spotify and YouTube. Like and subscribe to our Queen City Press channels! Special thanks to Hoist for sponsoring the show and to local band Disturbance for providing our new intro and outro music, "Do You Wanna Know About FCC?", which they created based on their original song, "Do You Wanna Go?" -- available on Spotify and Apple Music. Check out their website for more information, including upcoming live performances. Interested in advertising on or sponsoring the Next 90? Contact us at thequeencitypress@gmail.com for a media kit.

    Next 90: FC Cincinnati making moves, MLS on Apple TV's Carlos Mauricio Ramirez talks vibes going into Houston

  2. 4d ago

    [PREVIEW] Insider Show Ep. 183: Squirrel!

    Steve the Squirrel invaded the pitch and became a nice distraction for the crowd watching FC Cincinnati trail Charlotte FC on Saturday before the Orange and Blue rallied in stoppage time for a 3-3 draw. We discuss the match, why there were mixed feelings about the result, the squirrel and some other news surrounding the club, including the pursuit of an NWSL franchise, the latest with Matt Miazga and Stiven Jimenez's loan. You'll also hear interviews with Nick Hagglund and MHTC head groundskeeper John Thomas, who reports the squirrel he chased off the pitch is alive and well. Be sure to check out more content on YouTube, and hit that like and subscribe button! Have a business that wants to support local coverage of FC Cincinnati with a sponsorship or advertisement on 'The Next 90' podcast (our free weekly show)? Send an inquiry to thequeencitypress@gmail.com. Special thanks to Queen City Press sponsors: Hoist (@DrinkHoist), 333seat.com; BISON USA CORP, Agustin Caceres (@caceresagustin), Rhinehaus (@RhinehausOTR), The Richards Firm, The Cincinnati Lions (@AVFC_Cincinnati), Bucklew Insurance (@bucklewinsurance), Mark Godsey, The Hart Family, Adam Weigand, The Stumpf Family, Roger Hayner, Mike Hudson, Duke Thomas (#UpTheGarys), Matt (@FCCincinnatus), Bryan Weigel, Nick Armstrong, David McDaniel, the Rexroad Family, Tim Miller, The Crenshaw Family, Michael Crawford (@mccrawf7), Tom Niehaus and Matt Reeder. Join the sponsorship tier (check your membership settings) to have your name, organization or business recognized as well.

    [PREVIEW] Insider Show Ep. 183: Squirrel!

  3. Sep 11

    Next 90: Dissecting FC Cincinnati woes with Lori Lindsey ahead of Charlotte match

    MLS on Apple TV's Lori Lindsey joined to discuss FC Cincinnati's woes after a 5-0 loss to Philadelphia, the impact a sudden departure of a leader like Matt Miazga can have on a team, how the Orange and Blue can get out of this funk and more. Tyler and Laurel begin the show with some takeaways from Pat Noonan's grim postgame press conference, the latest with Miazga's still-pending (on paper) departure and a final grade on the transfer window. This episode is available on Apple Podcasts, Spotify and YouTube. Like and subscribe to our Queen City Press channels! Special thanks to Hoist for sponsoring the show and to local band Disturbance for providing our new intro and outro music, "Do You Wanna Know About FCC?", which they created based on their original song, "Do You Wanna Go?" -- available on Spotify and Apple Music. Check out their website for more information, including upcoming live performances. Interested in advertising on or sponsoring the Next 90? Contact us at thequeencitypress@gmail.com for a media kit.

    Next 90: Dissecting FC Cincinnati woes with Lori Lindsey ahead of Charlotte match

  4. Sep 7

    [PREVIEW] Insider Show: The Miazga fallout

    FC Cincinnati's game against D.C. United was postponed after almost three hours of delay, but that was probably a good thing for the team now dealing with the departure of Matt Miazga on top of Sami Gidi being unavailable due to concussion protocols. That saga with Miazga's exit is still being sorted out, and we discuss in this episode why that is. This is a shorter episode due to the holiday (and our daughter's birthday), but should clear some things up for listeners. Be sure to check out more content on YouTube, and hit that like and subscribe button! Have a business that wants to support local coverage of FC Cincinnati with a sponsorship or advertisement on 'The Next 90' podcast (our free weekly show)? Send an inquiry to thequeencitypress@gmail.com. Special thanks to Queen City Press sponsors: Hoist (@DrinkHoist), 333seat.com; BISON USA CORP, Agustin Caceres (@caceresagustin), Rhinehaus (@RhinehausOTR), The Richards Firm, The Cincinnati Lions (@AVFC_Cincinnati), Bucklew Insurance (@bucklewinsurance), Mark Godsey, The Hart Family, Adam Weigand, The Stumpf Family, Roger Hayner, Mike Hudson, Duke Thomas (#UpTheGarys), Matt (@FCCincinnatus), Bryan Weigel, Nick Armstrong, David McDaniel, the Rexroad Family, Tim Miller, The Crenshaw Family, Michael Crawford (@mccrawf7), Tom Niehaus and Matt Reeder. Join the sponsorship tier (check your membership settings) to have your name, organization or business recognized as well.

    [PREVIEW] Insider Show: The Miazga fallout

  5. Sep 4

    Next 90: Recapping FC Cincinnati's summer window, on to D.C. United with Nate Bukaty

    MLS on Apple TV's Nate Bukaty joined the Next 90 to help break down FC Cincinnati's summer transfer window and the state of the team going into Saturday's game against D.C. United. Laurel and Tyler discuss the two new additions, surprise over the lack of significant moves out and what general manager Chris Albright had to say about the summer window. Plus, hear Pavel Bucha answer two subscriber questions. You can submit your questions for Laurel to ask a player or staff member by subscribing and sending a message via Patreon for future consideration. This episode is available on Apple Podcasts, Spotify and YouTube. Like and subscribe to our Queen City Press channels! Special thanks to Hoist for sponsoring the show and to local band Disturbance for providing our new intro and outro music, "Do You Wanna Know About FCC?", which they created based on their original song, "Do You Wanna Go?" -- available on Spotify and Apple Music. Check out their website for more information, including upcoming live performances. Interested in advertising on or sponsoring the Next 90? Contact us at thequeencitypress@gmail.com for a media kit.

    Next 90: Recapping FC Cincinnati's summer window, on to D.C. United with Nate Bukaty

  6. Aug 31

    [PREVIEW] Insider Show Ep. 181: Falling short

    Laurel and Eric discuss a disappointing 4-0 loss at Nashville SC, amid fans' frustration with the lack of movement in the transfer window. Will FC Cincinnati make any additions before the summer window closes 11:59 p.m. Wednesday (Sept. 2)? You'll also hear part of Laurel's interview with Kevin Denkey, who appears unlikely to be sold before European windows close Tuesday (Sept. 1) but discussed what it's been like managing transfer talks with game prep for FCC. We wrap up with some mailbag questions and answers. Be sure to check out more content on YouTube, and hit that like and subscribe button! Have a business that wants to support local coverage of FC Cincinnati with a sponsorship or advertisement on 'The Next 90' podcast (our free weekly show)? Send an inquiry to thequeencitypress@gmail.com. Special thanks to Queen City Press sponsors: Hoist (@DrinkHoist), 333seat.com; BISON USA CORP, Agustin Caceres (@caceresagustin), Rhinehaus (@RhinehausOTR), The Richards Firm, The Cincinnati Lions (@AVFC_Cincinnati), Bucklew Insurance (@bucklewinsurance), Mark Godsey, The Hart Family, Adam Weigand, The Stumpf Family, Roger Hayner, Mike Hudson, Duke Thomas (#UpTheGarys), Matt (@FCCincinnatus), Bryan Weigel, Nick Armstrong, David McDaniel, the Rexroad Family, Tim Miller, The Crenshaw Family, Michael Crawford (@mccrawf7), Tom Niehaus and Matt Reeder. Join the sponsorship tier (check your membership settings) to have your name, organization or business recognized as well.

    [PREVIEW] Insider Show Ep. 181: Falling short

  7. Aug 27

    Next 90: Tony Husband on a big week for FC Cincinnati — Transfers, Nashville & the push ahead

    MLS on Apple TV's Tony Husband joined the show to discuss FC Cincinnati's big week with an important match at Nashville SC on Saturday and the approaching close of the transfer window Sept. 2. He shares insight into why Nashville has been able to push so far ahead in the Supporters' Shield standings, FC Cincinnati's current form and more. Laurel and Tyler discuss final thoughts from last weekend's draw with Seattle, and the end of the transfer window. You'll hear a Patreon Press Pass segment, as well, with Kevin Denkey and Roman Celentano answering a question from a loyal subscriber. This episode is available on Apple Podcasts, Spotify and YouTube. Like and subscribe to our Queen City Press channels! Special thanks to Hoist for sponsoring the show and to local band Disturbance for providing our new intro and outro music, "Do You Wanna Know About FCC?", which they created based on their original song, "Do You Wanna Go?" -- available on Spotify and Apple Music. Check out their website for more information, including upcoming live performances. Interested in advertising on or sponsoring the Next 90? Contact us at thequeencitypress@gmail.com for a media kit.

    Next 90: Tony Husband on a big week for FC Cincinnati — Transfers, Nashville & the push ahead

  8. Aug 24

    [PREVIEW] Insider Show Ep. 180: The week that wasn't

    FC Cincinnati was on the verge of a six-point week but ended up with a 1-1 draw against a struggling Seattle Sounders FC team Saturday. Laurel and Eric discuss what felt like a loss, rotation, centerback usage and Austin FC's pursuit of general manager Chris Albright. Plus, a few mailbag questions. Be sure to check out more content on YouTube, and hit that like and subscribe button! Have a business that wants to support local coverage of FC Cincinnati with a sponsorship or advertisement on 'The Next 90' podcast (our free weekly show)? Send an inquiry to thequeencitypress@gmail.com. Special thanks to Queen City Press sponsors: Hoist (@DrinkHoist), 333seat.com; BISON USA CORP, Agustin Caceres (@caceresagustin), Rhinehaus (@RhinehausOTR), The Richards Firm, The Cincinnati Lions (@AVFC_Cincinnati), Bucklew Insurance (@bucklewinsurance), Mark Godsey, The Hart Family, Adam Weigand, The Stumpf Family, Roger Hayner, Mike Hudson, Duke Thomas (#UpTheGarys), Matt (@FCCincinnatus), Bryan Weigel, Nick Armstrong, David McDaniel, the Rexroad Family, Tim Miller, The Crenshaw Family, Michael Crawford (@mccrawf7), Tom Niehaus and Matt Reeder. Join the sponsorship tier (check your membership settings) to have your name, organization or business recognized as well.

    [PREVIEW] Insider Show Ep. 180: The week that wasn't
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In-depth FC Cincinnati coverage in audio form to supplement written content from Queen City Press publisher Laurel Pfahler, a professional journalist who covers the team full-time. The Queen City Press Podcast now features two weekly shows, including a paid subscriber-supported "Insider" show that provides exclusive access to full interviews with players and staff, the ability to submit a question for Laurel to ask of a player or coach and more. This show is hosted by the spouse team of Laurel and Eric Pfahler, a former sports writer who enjoys watching and talking soccer, and it generally publishes Mondays. As of February 2026, we have added a second weekly "preview" show to break down the upcoming weekend match, share brief clips of interviews and more. MLSSoccer.com's Tyler Snipes joins Laurel on Fridays for this ad-supported, publicly available show. These podcasts provide a unique perspective from inside the training grounds and locker room of FC Cincinnati.

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