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The Gambling FilesRTFM 232: Huw Thomas talks addiction and much moreFirst up, we're joined by stand-in interim temporary agency co-host Melanie Ellis of Northridge Law fame, and we talk a bit about things in the UK. Mel luckily brings her brand of common sense to the table, which is definitely an area Jon is lacking [0:00 – 29:24]. We get into the social impact of tax hikes for the UK industry, among many other things – including the revelation that Melanie is no longer baking pastries. I KNOW RIGHT.Then we're joined by the genuinely excellent Huw Thomas of Recovery in Gaming. Jon revels in the chance to speak to a fell...
2025-10-301h 14
Costello Coaching PodcastBeyond the Game: Unlocking the Mental Code with Chris ThomasIn this powerful episode, Tommy Costello sits down with Chris Thomas, a former NFL athlete, motivational speaker, and founder of Fusion Odyssey, to unpack the inner world of elite athletic performance. From being an undersized high school athlete to fighting through the brutal realities of the NFL, Chris shares how he developed the mental tools to play beyond fear, judgment, and anxiety.Listeners will hear actionable strategies for overcoming performance anxiety, building unshakable confidence, and creating a mindset that thrives under pressure. This is a must-listen for parents, coaches, and athletes who want to understand the psychology...
2025-05-241h 20
Land-Grant Podcast Network: An Ohio State University podcastBucketheads Podcast: Women’s basketball writer Thomas Costello joins for an NCAA tournament preview“Bucketheads” is LGHL’s men’s basketball podcast, hosted by Connor Lemons and Justin Golba. In every episode, they give you the latest scoop on the Ohio State Buckeyes and everything else happening in college hoops.Subscribe: RSS | Apple | Spotify | Google Podcasts | iHeart RadioFor episode 155, we are joined by Land-Grant Holy Land writer and Ohio State women’s basketball beat writer Thomas Costello for a special NCAA women’s tournament preview.To start the episode, we recap the Buckeyes' season, its highs and lows, and how they achi...
2025-03-201h 09
Mind Over MurderBONUS: Blind Rage Podcast with Carol CostelloVeteran reporter and television news anchor Carol Costello joins "Mind Over Murder" co-hosts Bill Thomas and Kristin Dilley to discuss her new true crime podcast, "Carol Costello Presents Blind Rage," which tells the shocking story of Phyllis Cottle, who was attacked in March 1984. Carol Costello covered the story as a rookie TV reporter. She also discusses her career as an anchor at CNN, the transition to podcasting, ethics in true crime, and the recent struggles at CNN as her former network tries to reinvent itself. Join us for a fascinating conversation.Carol Costello Presents Blind Rage on Apple...
2024-07-1147 min
Land-Grant Podcast Network: An Ohio State University podcastBucketheads Podcast: We talk with Thomas Costello and discuss the wins over West Virginia and Rutgers“Bucketheads” is LGHL’s men’s basketball podcast, hosted by Connor Lemons and Justin Golba. Every episode, they give you the latest scoop on the Ohio State Buckeyes and everything else happening in the college hoops world.On the 99th episode of ‘Bucketheads,’ Connor and Justin welcome back Thomas Costello, the Ohio State women’s basketball writer for Land-Grant Holy Land.The boys talked with Thomas about all things Ohio State women’s basketball, the expectations for the team, the commitment of Jaloni Cambridge, Jacy Sheldon and how they have replaced Taylor Mikesell.Before the convers...
2024-01-051h 42Costello Coaching PodcastNavigating Success and Personal Growth w/Thomas DeLauer | EP 40Dive into an engaging chat with Thomas DeLauer, a fitness guru, in this exciting episode of the Costello Coaching podcast, hosted by Tommy Costello. Thomas takes us on a journey through his life, talking about how he faced big challenges and changed them into opportunities. He shares cool tips on how to handle tough times and keep growing, both in your career and your personal life. They chat about being scared of failing, feeling like you're not good enough (Thomas calls this 'imposter syndrome'), and how important it is to think differently to reach your goals. Thomas also talks...
2023-12-0327 minCostello Coaching PodcastFueling Peak Performance w/ Thomas DeLauer | EP 37In this enlightening episode of the Costello Coaching podcast, host Tommy Costello engages in a comprehensive discussion with renowned nutrition and performance expert Thomas DeLauer. They delve into the intricate world of nutrition and its impact on athletic performance, focusing on practical strategies for athletes, especially baseball players. From the misunderstood role of supplements like creatine to the nuances of diet for optimal recovery and performance, Thomas provides invaluable insights backed by scientific evidence. The conversation also explores broader topics like the long-term effects of diet choices on health and performance, debunking common myths and offering tailored advice for...
2023-11-2830 min
Speak with PresenceGiving Deeply - Claire CostelloIn this episode, Giving Deeply, we spoke with Claire Costello, Managing Director, Senior Philanthropic Strategist for Philanthropic Solutions at Bank of America Private Bank. Claire takes us on an exploration of what data says about how we—especially women—interact with philanthropy. Listen in on her insights into giving versus receiving and how we can best show up for philanthropy. Affluent Charitable Giving Trends and Statistics in 2022 (bankofamerica.com) Jen Vellenga and Jennifer Rettele-Thomas are the co-founders of Voice First World®, a communication and leadership coaching company. They train executives and leaders on the Pr...
2023-11-2135 min
Bryant and MeEpisode 116: World Cup Fever, WC hot takes and Vote No on Issue 1Welcome to Bryant and Me: The Podcast Your Mother Warned You About.
We keep our streak of recording every single week going with episode 116. In it we chat:
- World Cup starts soon! We pick winners and some hot takes (England won't last long)
- Thomas brings dishonor to the podcast by loaning his support to Katie Stengel and the Gotham FCs
- We chat about Sergii Boiki, MLS ref to the stars
- Racism is bad
- Colors, pasta, pro/rel and more...
2023-07-131h 46Mind Over MurderNEW: Blind Rage Podcast with Carol CostelloVeteran reporter and television news anchor Carol Costello joins "Mind Over Murder" co-hosts Bill Thomas and Kristin Dilley to discuss her new true crime podcast, "Carol Costello Presents Blind Rage," which tells the shocking story of Phyllis Cottle, who was attacked in March 1984. Carol Costello covered the story as a rookie TV reporter. She also discusses her career as an anchor at CNN, the transition to podcasting, ethics in true crime, and the recent struggles at CNN as her former network tries to reinvent itself. Join us for a fascinating conversation.Carol Costello Presents Blind Rage on Apple...
2023-06-1947 min
Highland Radio Business MattersBusiness Matters Ep 147 – Thomas Costello
On this week’s Business Matters, Ciaran O’Donnell is joined by the owner of TC Promotions based on Arranmore Island, Thomas Costello.
A native of Aranmore, Thomas began his DJing career as a 14-year-old in Smuggler’s Nightclub in 1990. After a number of years working in construction which took him to London, Limerick and Dublin, Thomas returned to Donegal and set up TC Promotions in 2012.
He was the director of the Mary from Dungloe in 2013 and has been entertainment manager at The Pulse and Voodoo nightclubs in Letterkenny since 2015. In 2020, Thomas added marquee...
2023-05-3146 minBryant and MeEpisode 114 - Bryant and Me and G! Women's Sports Matter podcast returns with big announcements, USWNT preview, Chicago Red Stars match breakdown vs. SpiritWelcome back to Bryant and Me!
This week we had a good friend return to the show, founder of Women's Sports Matter podcast, Nebraska Cornhusker and expert in Icelandic culture: Grant Belcastro!
G joins the show to talk:
- Why WSM pod is going away (we had to pull it out of them with vigorous interrogation)
- Chicago soccer athletes, and a big night by BSG and The Hurricane, earn a point
- Big Wheel of Women's World Cup teams lands on 'Merica...
2023-05-031h 48Bryant and MeEpisode 112 - Chicago Red Stars fall and Conte is out at Spurs plus IRELAND!The Bryant & Me antics that you know and love (play along) are back!
Thanks to Ryan for filling in last week, but we're back to the OG lineup for episode 112. In the episode:
- Thomas chats about his Seattle trip for the Sweet Sixteen and Final Four of NCAA WBB!
- LT from Red Stars Report returns for a match recap and preview, including a level of professionalism that we aren't used to/kind of scared of
- Then, Bryant breaks down Conte's firing and...
2023-03-301h 37
Land-Grant Podcast Network: An Ohio State University podcastPlay Like a Girl: Update on Ohio State women’s hoops with LGHL's Thomas CostelloOn LGHL’s "Play Like a Girl" podcast, Alexis Chassen, Meredith Hein, Megan Husslein, Jami Jurich, and Tia Johnston welcome in friends from around the LGHL, Ohio State, and sporting worlds to talk everything from Ohio State sports to advocacy for women in sports and all the happenings in between.Welcome back! This week, LGHL’s women’s hoops expert, Thomas Costello, joins the pod to share his thoughts on Ohio State women’s basketball, including the tremendous start the team has had to start the season that propelled the Buckeyes to No. 4 in the latest AP Poll. Th...
2022-12-0255 min
Marrin Costello Radio68. Thomas Hayes; Interior DesignerHost: Marrin Costello
Guest: Thomas Hayes; Interior Designer
2022-11-1958 minBryant and MeEpisode 107 - #BAMFam-ers Meet, Spurs Cancel Culture and DepressionWith a title like that, what else do you need to be prepared for this episode?
We talk:
- LFC men beat Spurs men BUT AT WHAT COST
- LFC women lose AGAIN
- Gianna Belcastro and Thomas Costello meet LIVE AND IN THE FLESH
- Allllll* of your #AskBAM questions
*JK we didn't like some of them so we didn't answer them.
Thanks for listening over all these years. We really do appreciate you. The...
2022-11-081h 39Bryant and MeEpisode 105 - Chicago NWSL, Crew Fire Porter, #AskBAM and Bad AccentsAt no one's request, Bryant and Me returns!
In the episode:
- Bryant's trip to BAHST'N
- NWSL and Arnim moving out of ownership?
- Crew fire Porter, Thomas shares insight from his multiple press conferences with Porter over the year
- Spurs play for lost team trainer
- LFC Columbus v Columbus Spurs bet for LFC v Spurs on Sunday
- Allllllllll your #AskBAM questions
Thanks for listening. Love u.
2022-10-111h 48Bryant and MeEpisode 97 - Fake mustaches, soccer and cheese with Em Woods aka WoSo Casual aka Awesome TikTok creator!Bryant and Me first saw a TikTok from Em Woods about a week and a half ago. It was so great and made us laugh so we had to have her on the show.
On the pod:
- Em's prized fake mustaches
- Kids say the darndest things: shower snacks edition
- The best way that a parent has ever been described
- Why Em makes awesome videos, who she'd like to make a TikTok with from the sports world and having videos hit a quarter million views
2022-07-062h 03
Bryant and MeEpisode 88 - LFC promotion? A Plea to the NWSL, Federico Higuain Memories and AskBAM NonsenseOn Episode 88, the march to our 100th episode of an unnecessary podcast continues!
In it, we discuss:
- Concerts
- Thomas and weighing the options of jinxing Liverpool's promotion to the WSL
- NWSL Challenge Cup is a no good, very bad, thing... except for the league
- Crew honor Federico Higuain and Lucas Zelarayan is good
- #AskBAM segment that covers a wide range of topics (some of them not kid friendly, hence the E on this episode)
Thanks for listening, or not listening...
2022-03-311h 59
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2022-02-2142 min
Women's Sports MatterWrapping Up 2021 with Thomas CostelloHello everyone and welcome back to another episode of the Women’s Sports Matter Podcast! In today’s episode, I had on a friend of the podcast, Thomas Costello. We talked about what happened in the world of women's sports this year, our favorite moment of the year, and our 2022 women's sports wishlist. You can follow me on Twitter and Facebook @WSMpodcast & Instagram @womenssportsmatter. To submit questions, topics, folks I should interview, and more, send me a DM! Want to message me about coming on the podcast or for suggestions? Email the podcast here: womenssportsmatterpodcast@gmail.com. Make sure to s...
2021-12-281h 34Bryant and MeEpisode 76 - Tottenham v LFC, an Odd NWSL Signing & Burgers. Lots of BurgersIn the final 2021 episode of Bryant and Me, we bring you a marathon episode, but not one of those horrible marathons where you run and sweat and cry and pee a little.
Here's what's on the docket:
- The One Where Bryant Cries aka LFC v Tottenham
- Thomas is mad at Columbus Spurs
- Why sign Jaelene Daniels? WHY!?
- Red Stars are still coachless
- Plus we answer all of your questions! Questions about ethics, burgers, Ghostbusters and Cool Runnings: the Ultimate Western movie
...
2021-12-282h 09Bryant and MeEpisode 73 - Sarah Gorden Farewell, Rory Dames and CRS Issues and Podcasty ThingsBryant and Me return from their week off with nothing new really happening, except:
- Sarah Gorden and Sam Mewis are moving teams
- Rory Dames got fired for being a bad, abusive, person
- The Red Stars lost the NWSL Championship
- Thomas had a birthday
We talk about all of those things PLUS some news with the Nordecke and a new partnership and we answer alllll of your #AskBAM questions
2021-12-011h 40Bryant and MeEpisode 68 - Big NWSL News, Red Stars, USMNT & a Tatumn Milazzo HurricaneBryant and Me returns in the wake of big NWSL news and a couple Red Stars BANGERS.
Here's episode 68's rundown:
- Huge update with Washington Spirit's Steve Baldwin
- Red Stars are in the playoff hunt, and the refs aren't making it easy
- Thomas cheats on Bryant with two podcasts
- The aftershock of Meg Linehan's article outlining abuse by former coach Paul Riley
- Championship game venue change
- USMNT (sure?)
And more! Check it out! I mean, if you're a...
2021-10-151h 18
Women's Sports MatterNWSL: Out with the Old, In With The New, But Is It Enough? with Thomas CostelloHello everyone and welcome back to another episode of the Women’s Sports Matter Podcast. In today’s episode, Thomas Costello joins me in an "emergency" episode to talk about what has happened within the NWSL in the last week. You can follow me on Twitter and Facebook @WSMpodcast & Instagram @womenssportsmatter. To submit questions, topics, folks I should interview, and more, send me a DM! Want to message me about coming on the podcast or for suggestions? Email the podcast here: womenssportsmatterpodcast@gmail.com. Make sure to subscribe and thanks for listening!Follow Thomas Cost...
2021-10-051h 12Bryant and MeEpisode 66 - Miguel Berry is the greatest Crew player of all time, Washington Spirit in shambles and fixing your lifeEpisode 66, pick up sticks.
Bryant and Thomas talk:
- Don't compliment us for supporting our favorite teams
- Miguel Berry is the greatest player in Crew history
- TACTICS
- Lower.com Field media area food breakdown
- Washington Spirit are a messssss
- Man City Women are negligent
- And a ton more
Check it out. Thanks! We're Bryant and Me: it's a podcast.
2021-09-161h 31Bryant and MeEpisode 64 - Chicago/Gotham Pizza Derby & Crew/Cincy Hell is Real Review w/friends!If you didn't think our show could get any more white male, then we're going to blow your mind on this episode.
Returning guest Robbie Rogers, celebrity Gotham fan and fervent tweeter during the show, talks about the coaching changes at Gotham FC. Robbie also shares how many goals Gina Lewandowski will score, and there are A LOT. Also, Robbie goes off on Red Bull supporters that are angry at Gotham players for going to an NYCFC match. Burn ointment recommended for that segment.
Joining us for the first time is Mike Hudson aka Mike S...
2021-09-011h 22Bryant and MeEpisode 63 - NWSL Road Trippin', Angel City Madness, Spurs/LFC Women Preview, Crew Stink*Welcome back to Bryant and Me, where we have no special guests or co-hosts. It's just the two of us. We can make it if we try.
In this episode:
- Trip to Charlotte & Cary, NC
- Thomas' trip to Louisville with Canary Lenoy
- NWSL destroys Europe (ish)
- Spurs & Liverpool Women and how they'll do this season
- Angel City made transactions (we recorded right before the news broke that Freya Coombe will step down as manager before the end of the season. We didn't...
2021-08-251h 38Bryant and MeUS Olympian Naya Tapper Pod SpecialWe're amazed to have US Rugby Olympian Naya Tapper join us fresh off her time at the Tokyo Olympics!
Naya talks about:
- Her history with rugby and rise through USA Rugby
- Her sales pitch on rugby sevens to new fans
- The growth of the game in the United States
- Her love of The Office, her favorite episode and character
- In the lightning round she talks about her best and worst moment from Tokyo, being able to sleep anywhere and she isn't swayed...
2021-08-1742 minBryant and MeEpisode 62 - Emmy Nominated Mike Kelleher Returns!Here at Bryant and Me, you know that we talk about soccer and other things, other podcasty things. Well in this episode, it weights heavily on the podcasty things.
Mike Kelleher, the Stuff Guy from Legacy List with Matt Paxton joins us to talk:
- Losing to cable access George to the Rescue
- His favorite moment from filming the show
- Mike asks us what we'd put on our Legacy List
- Mike's big announcement about filming in Columbus, Ohio!
- Bryant getting offered a job...
2021-08-101h 29Bryant and MeSarah Spain Interview SpecialBryant and Me is proud to present our interview with Chicago Red Stars team owner, Peabody and Emmy award winning sports journalist/tv & radio personality and future SNL cast member Sarah Spain!
We discuss:
- How she got into soccer
- Abby Wambach cheating off her presentation notes
- Battling imposter syndrome
- How she became a Red Stars owner
- How a hot dog is definitely a taco
- Bobcat Goldthwait
And a ton ton more! A lot is packed into this...
2021-07-2857 minBryant and MeEpisode 61 - Chicago Own Goals, Crew Stadium & a HUGE Annoucement w/Robbie Rogers!Episode 61 sees the #BAMFam returning after almost a month long hiatus. We talk about lots:
- A really big announcement. No joke. It's huge.
- Thomas' trip to Florida (awful)
- Thomas' trip to Chicago (only awful for the Red Stars)
- We preview the upcoming Chi v Gotham match with celebrity fan/soccer hooligan Robbie Rogers
- We talk about the Crew's recent form
And there's other stuff I'm sure. Enjoy!
2021-07-201h 15Bryant and MeEpisode 60 - Farewell Crew Stadium, Austin Rivalry?, Pugh & Trading CardsEpisode 60 returns to a bygone era of Bryant and Me episodes where they were all at least an hour and a half long.
We discuss a lot:
- Cat Dads
- Crew's final match at the tiny demon fortress
- Is Austin a rival? We read YOUR thoughts from the Twitter
- NWSL Trading Cards
- Rory keeps trying to get Mal Pugh on the USWNT roster but we selfishly want her to stay at Chicago this summer
- The Eagles won their first match...
2021-06-221h 39Bryant and MeEpisode 59 - Bryant Got His Stuff, Chicago Red Stars Turn a Corner & #SarahSpainOnBAMFamIn episode 59, Bryant Caves makes his triumphant return, and so does his stuff after his crappy movers messed up their move! Thanks to the #BAMFam for your support!
We talk about a lot of soccering:
- USMNT is something we may or may not care about
- The Red Stars disrupt the Courage return party
- We have no illusions that Sarah Spain will actually come on our podcast
- Columbus Eagles are gonna sell out with YOUR help!
- Thomas talks about his PAID writing gig
2021-06-091h 10
Bryant and MeEpisode 58 - Ryan and Me; Ryan Legg from That's Strange Talks SoccerIn our latest episode of Bryant and Me: the Jazz of Podcasts, Ryan Legg joins us! He's co-host of hit podcast That's Strange. It's a show where they talk about the weird, odd and strange in the universe, so he was perfect to dissect our show.
We talk:
- His first Crew match
- How he chose Chelsea and celebrating the Champions League final
- Booing Michael Bradley
- Missing World Cup trophies
And more!
Enjoy episode 58th of Bryant and Me and episode 1 of R...
2021-06-041h 06Bryant and MeEpisode 57 - Crew Free Kicks, Red Stars Improvement & People Don't Like Free TicketsIn episode 57, the #BAMFam returns with all that hot Crew/Red Stars/Eagles goss that you neeeeeeed.
We discuss:
- LZ shooting free kicks like he's doing layup practice
- Stadium delay silliness
- MKOT still can't score but they didn't lose by 5 so.. progress!
- Robbie Rogers calls out his own supporters' group and we enjoyed it!
- Columbus Eagles lost their second match, but are also showing slight improvement
- We tried to give tickets away for free dollars and "Columbus soccer fans"...
2021-05-261h 18Bryant and MeEpisode 56 - Robbie Rogers Talks Gotham FC, Red Stars Woes and Crew RebrandOh hi there, I didn't see you come in.
We're a podcast that talks about soccer and other things, other podcasty things, and we have a fun show for you in episode 56. Robbie Rogers of Jersey Sporting News is a Scottish Soccer Hooligan and submarine operator. We talk about none of those two things because of SOCCER! We discuss:
- Crew rebrand and Nordecke/ownership statement
- Mewis and Lavelle return (hooray Jon Corleone!)
- Gotham plays Chicago
- Chicago might not be good
- Where should...
2021-05-181h 22Bryant and MeEpisode 55 - Tyler & Me Review the Crew, Eagles, NWSL and Beanie BabiesEpisode 55 has a different bearded sounding co-host than usual. Bryant is busy packing up so he can run away from all of his friends and life in Ohio. While he avoids real life bonds that have been cultivated over years, Thomas wanted to record. In his place, after a stringent background check and personality test, Tyler aka TK aka Drunken Crewzer joined the show!
We chat about the Crew's 3-0 slobberknocker of a loss at the hands of Monterrey. We also share some of your thoughts from the Twitter world. Yes, that means YOU!*
There's...
2021-05-071h 18Bryant and MeEpisode 54 - Ignoring the Morals in Sports & How Super League-Esque Anger is Better Suited ElsewhereEpisode 54 of Bryant and Me talks about the usual soccer and other things (other Podcasty things) but tonight was a little different.
It begins with the rise and fall of the Super League. It shifts into how easily we can ignore the morals of figures in sports for the sake of the sport itself.
We also discuss the verdicts for Derek Chauvin, and what happened in Columbus 15 minutes before the verdict was read.
It's a heavy episode, but we don't make the show so everyone likes it. Join us in our conversation online. M...
2021-04-221h 34
Rust Belt RunningEpisode 100 - Celebrate with Old Friends - With Thomas CostelloWe did it. We made it. Episode 100. As we try to continue to push towards more normalcy, and actually being a running podcast again, we celebrate this milestone with our old friend and producer Thomas Costello. What a joy it was to have him on the mic again for Adam. Thank you all so much for listening, and here's to many more miles and episodes in the future!
2021-04-171h 18Bryant and MeEpisode 53 - Crewsmas Week 2021 & Thomas' NWSL Media Trip - You complete meHey there! In episode 53, we talk a lot but stay relatively on topic!
- Crew's 4-0 wafflestomping of Real Esteli FC
- Who plays Thursday and Sunday?
- Red Stars v Dash on-field snoozer and off-field horrible Houston security racism
- Exciting first four matches of the NWSL Challenge Cup
- Thomas' trip to Louisville to cover Racing Louisville FC
- More about Bryant's move
We talked a ton, but it was one of those things where we were just having a lot of fun...
2021-04-131h 41Bryant and MeEpisode 52 - My Kind of 2021 Red Stars Preview w/Alex CampbellBryant and Me make their triumphant return from the rolling hills of SE Ohio to record this Chicago Red Stars packed preview with Alex Campbell of SoccerCast Chicago and Hot Time in Old Town. He covers the Red Stars and Formerly Bridgeview Fire, but thankfully he only talks about the better team in this episode.
Alex and the boyzzz discuss:
- How Sarah Woldmoe fits into the lineup
- What will their attack look like?
- Who the heck starts in the fullback roles
- Who plays when the...
2021-04-051h 19Bryant and MeRylee Foster Liverpool Interview SpecialOn another bonus episode of Bryant and Me, we chat with Liverpool goalkeeper Rylee Foster!
Rylee is a Canadian National Team goalkeeper, former West Virginia Mountaineer and current goalkeeper for Liverpool Football Club.
In the episode, we talk about:
- her lifelong love of Liverpool
- not picking Liverpool as where she first wanted to play professionally
- mental health and moving to England two months before quarantine
- her website fostermylife.com
- which teammate tells the best stories and does the best pranks
2021-03-291h 02Bryant and MeEpisode 51 - Challenge Cup, Expensive Kits, Mystery Meat & MoreBryant and Me make their triumphant return to mediocrity after last week's pod special with Chicago Red Star defender Bianca St. Georges.
Bryant and Thomas talk:
- Boyzzzz weekend
- Challenge Cup in the NWSL and why it was a good year to have it
- Holy expensive Crew kit and the nickel and dime-ing hurting the MLS
- Local fair at the new Crew Stadium
- The two take opposing sides to the "is Austin a rival" discussion
- Columbus Eagles playing for a...
2021-03-161h 09Bryant and MeBianca St. Georges Interview SpecialWe were fortunate enough to sit down with Chicago Red Stars breakout defender, Canadian senior team member and avid learner Bianca St. Georges. Here's what we talked about:
- How she fell in love with the sport
- When she'll be back from injury
- Clarifying past comments about being "high risk, high reward" in her style of play
- Never having a coach like Rory
- Books that have helped center her
- Her motivation to do so well in school
and a lot...
2021-03-1057 minBryant and MeEpisode 50 - The Gold Anniversary EpisodeWelcome to episode 50-ish!
Our new episode is packed with US National Team on and off-field discussion. Specifically, their two wins in the SheBelieves Cup and the continuing discussions about race off the field.
We also go down memory lane and discuss our favorite moments from the show, and it gets oddly emotional. Not odd in a bad way, but odd in an eye opening way.
We also discuss the recent Eagles and Crew news, and sing more in this episode than we do in others.
Enjoy our 50th* episode! Here's...
2021-02-241h 17Bryant and MeEpisode 49 - CONCACAF Champions League, PASL & Top 5 LogosIn this action packed episode (play along) we talk a lot about Columbus soccer, the Eagles, the Crew's Champions League draw and how it was RIGGED, the MLS stopping a lockout before it starts and Casey Kreuger joining the US Women's National Team.
We also breakdown, in no order, our 5 favorite logos (minus our own teams). That is all logos that aren't Logos by Jess designed.
Enjoy! We're almost to under an hour for an episode! We'll get there!
2021-02-121h 13Bryant and MeEpisode 48 - USWNT Roster, MLS Lockout and NWHL Bubble CollapseWhat happens when marketing gets chosen over passion and skill?
What happens when rich people do all they can to get richer?
What happens when COVID protocols aren't great, and the PR response is even worse?
What happens when you actually support local sports teams, and not just the one in the biggest league in your city?
We answer all these questions AND MORE on the latest episode of Bryant and Me: the podcast your mother warned you about.
Streaming live right now, just by hitting that play button. G...
2021-02-041h 25Bryant and MeEpisode 47 - Bryant Calls Soccer HockeyIn our latest episode, we talk A LOT about hockey, specifically the NWHL Isobel Cup bubble season aka the NDubble.
There was great hockey, huge comebacks and a rivalry where Thomas' team actually lost to Bryant's! GASP!
We also preview LFC v Tottenham this week, in a whole week full of BAM Derbies.
In addition, a Red Star player got called up to a national team that isn't the USA and the Crew finally have dates for their new season.
At the end of the episode, we also announce something really c...
2021-01-261h 19Bryant and MeEpisode 46 - Kelsey Trainor Interview Special aka Kelsey and MeThere's a lot packed in this new episode of Bryant and Me (sans Bryant due to a non-COVID illness).
Women's sports advocate, and wearer of many figurative hats, Kelsey Trainor joined us to talk about her life in sports and her motivation in her life. Specifically, she talks about:
- Extreme sports youth
- Becoming the next Dwayne Johnson
- The huge year for women's sports in 2020
- The social justice work of the WNBA, and how they've led the way in the sports world
- How f...
2021-01-2144 minBryant and MeEpisode 45 - NWSL Chicago Draft Recap, FA Cup Embarrassment & the NWHL Isobel CupWhen America needed Bryant and Me the most, Bryant and Me gave the most to America,
In this marathon episode, Bryant and Thomas break down:
- Chicago Red Stars pre-draft trade and draft picks and how it will shake up the current roster
- We thank former Chicago Local 134 leader, and former 2x guest on the show, Maggie a farewell from her leadership duties in the 134
- Liverpool Women lose their manager at not a good time in their campaign for promotion and Liverpool Men can't score
- Tottenham M...
2021-01-151h 41Bryant and MeEpisode 44 - How Bryant and Me Stole ChristmasYippee ki yay boys and girls! It's the Bryant and Me Christmas Special!
In this episode, we give gifts to our favorite, and least favorite, clubs, pods and human beings! Also, we'll sing a good bit!
- A couple to the Columbus Crew (as if an MLS Cup wasn't enough!)
- Jose and Tottenham
- Tottenham Women and Alex Morgan
- Liverpool FC
- Our Columbus podcast buddies!!
So jingle all the way to your favorite podcast listening spot and give Bryant and Me a s...
2020-12-231h 10Bryant and MeEpisode 43 - 2020 MLS Cup Champions - Columbus CrewSo about Saturday night...
Columbus Crew are the champions of Major League Soccer, which makes sense because they're the greatest team the world has ever seen.
In this Massive Crew episode, we talk about:
- The match
- The Queen Anne's Revenge Zoom watch party
- One half of the show's experience AT the MLS Cup
- Suspect free hot dogs that were actually free brats
We also said in the beginning that we'd also talk about Liverpool v Spurs, but Columbus took all that...
2020-12-161h 20Bryant and MeEpisode 42 - 2020 MLS Cup Final Preview w/Chris Doran: The Radio Voice of the CrewIt's the week of the 2020 MLS Cup Final! Seattle Sounders come to Columbus to take on the Greatest Team the World Have Ever Seen, aka the Columbus Crew.
To preview the big matchup, we have the radio voice of Columbus Crew SC: Chris Doran! Chris is an amazing guy, and not just because of his knowledge of the beautiful game. He's an all around good person and we discuss with him:
- How his love of soccer started
- His radio broadcasting journey
- How he preps for a match
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Dream Warrior Review with Mick Strawn and Kurt ThomasDWR 286 Abbott and Costello Meet Frankenstein - The Dream Warrior Review PodcastE-mail us at DreamWarriorReview@gmail.com or check us out on Twitter - @DWReview or Facebook/DWReview
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In this episode we review "Abbott and Costello Meet Frankenstein" (1948)
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2020-11-0624 minBryant and MeEpisode 41- Bryant and Me, Myself, and IBryant is flying solo tonight. Just a brief pod to check in on the current state of the pod, The Columbus Crew, Chicago Red Stars, and the Whole Club Cup. Then Bryant has a brief discussion checking in with his struggles with mental health and provides some tips on how you can help yourself and others as well.
If you're having thoughts of suicide or self-harm, please contact the National Suicide Prevention Lifeline at 800-273-8255
2020-10-1535 minBryant and MeEpisode 40: The Good, The Bad and the Bryant and MeTo say Bryant and Me get on some soap boxes in this episode would be an understatement.
BAM returns with a full lineup of topics:
- Bryant talks about the memorial service for John Ivanic, with the Columbus Spurs on Sunday
- The heightened view on the WSL with the announcement of Alex Morgan
- We discuss Alex Greenwood, Lucy Bronze, Tobin Heath and Christian Press joining the Manchesters
- We rip Alex Greenwood hating trolls, that never talk about women's soccer, a new one
- Thomas...
2020-09-151h 33Bryant and MeEpisode 39 - FAWSL/FAWC Opening Weekend, Hell is Real VI & PL Preview!Today is a historic day, because Bryant and Me has a huge announcement. Make that TWO huge announcements! We disclose both in this episode.
We also cover a TON of soccering:
- Tottenham Women return draw w/West Ham
- Aston Villa against Man City goals....
- Liverpool v Durham and Durham's late equalizer
- We break down Hell is Real Part VI! #LuisDiazStanAccount
- Then we preview the PL with our top 4 and relegation picks. You won't BELIEVE who Thomas chose to win the league!
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2020-09-071h 24Bryant and MeEpisode 38 - WSL Preview w/ Hannah and Helen from the Women's Soccer Show!If you love soccer, this is the episode for you. Helen and Hannah, from the Women's Soccer Show, join us!
They discuss:
- The Community Shield
- The upcoming FA Women's Super League season
- Their picks for the winners of the league
- Non-NWSL Players you should know
- Differences between the WSL and NWSL (on and off the field)
- What the move of NWSL players to the WSL means (not what you think)
- One way that the NWSL can s...
2020-08-311h 20Bryant and MeEpisode 37 - Podiversary & New European TrophyWell, hello there. Thanks for dropping by.
We have an action packed show for you this week:
- Lionel Messi hot take, that ended up being mild at best
- New NWSL Fall Schedule and if either of us would go to a sporting event right now
- We break down the Crew's 1-0 loss to NYCFC & reminisce about the Nagbe goal from Thursday (SWOON)
- We talk about a new, 22-team, trophy competition in England, called the WCC. It's going to make for an even more enjoyable, and co...
2020-08-261h 13Bryant and MeEpisode 36 - Liverpool Interview Special w/ Jordan KeebleWelcome to episode 36! Jordan Keeble from A Red Arrow, and formerly of The Liverpool Offside, joins us to talk Liverpool football. This is a bitter sweet episode that is worth your time. While the discussion is about Liverpool, it's an interview that will connect to all fans of Premier League football, because it isn't isolated to just Merseyside.
Before the interview, we breakdown the move of Rose Lavelle and Sam Mewis moving from the NWSL to Manchester City and the implications for not only the NWSL, but long-term with the US Women's National Team.
We co...
2020-08-191h 51Bryant and MeEpisode 35 - Ty Phillips with Columbus SpeaksTy Phillips from Columbus, Ohio advocacy group Columbus Speaks joins the show. Columbus Speaks supports organizations that support marginalized people in all of Columbus. Ty talks with us about:
- The amazing response to their shirt sale
- The moment when he felt Columbus Speaks was really making big strides
- Answers the question: How can people start helping?
- Brags on his amazing wife Emily: co-founder of Columbus Speaks
We also discuss both Austin FC and the Crew with Ty, in a nice level-headed conversation about the team's fa...
2020-08-041h 22Bryant and MeEpisode 34 - NWSL Challenge Cup Final and... Other Things...In the hours after the culmination of the NWSL Challenge Cup, we discuss:
- The final match and an overseas match that this one resembled a little too well...
- The breakout player of the tournament for Chicago: Savannah McCaskill
- What's next for the NWSL calendar, according to the NWSL Commissioner
- Discussing if we think the NWSL will lose more big name players like Sam Mewis and potentially Rose Lavelle to European clubs
- The closing gap between American WoSo and European clubs
- Breakdown of the final day of PL action and Two Rash Challenges getting beat d...
2020-07-271h 11Bryant and MeEpisode 33 - All the Penalty KicksEpisode 33 has it all, if it all means Chicago Red Stars/NWSL Challenge Cup, Crew SC and Premier League coverage.
In this episode we discuss:
- The underdog NC Courage not making it past the first round of the NWSL Challenge Cup knockout round ;)
- The Red Stars Alyssa Naeher taking no prisoners
- Julie Ertz ultra swagger filled PK
- Our views on PKs deciding matches
- Columbus Crew's dominance in the MLS is Back tournament... SO FAR
- We round out the final...
2020-07-211h 26Bryant and MeDanny Colaprico & Kealia Watt Chicago Red Stars SpecialChicago Red Stars midfielder Danny Colaprico and forward Kealia Watt join us from the NWSL Challenge Cup!
They discuss:
- Life in the bubble
- The Chicago Red Stars tournament focus
- Kealia Watt's adjustment to Chicago
- Danny Colaprico's time in the W-League and playing 7 straight seasons without a break
- And a lot of questions supporters shared across Twitter and Instagram
Thank you to Kealia and Danny for volunteering to be on the show, the Chicago Red Stars for not deleting our request...
2020-07-1646 minBryant and MeEpisode 32 - Red Stars Victory!! with Lauren and Maggie from CHI Local 134Welcome to episode 32!
We jump right into the Red Stars nervy victory over Utah Royal FC with our pals from Chicago Local 134: Chicago Red Stars supporter's group supernovas! Oh yeah, we have an enormous announcement about some special Red Star player interviews this weeeeeeeeek! We announce the players at the end of the show.
We wax poetically about Savannah McCaskill and Casey Short's goal and continue talk about Watt flying around the pitch.
Maggie and Lauren talk about the beginnings of the Pass it On campaign that took NWSL Challenge Cup social medias by...
2020-07-141h 30Bryant and MeEpisode 31 - MLS is Back and NWSL Never Left!In a slightly later than usual episode of Bryant and Me, we have an episode chalk full of soccering talk:
- We recap the Red Stars 0-0 draw against the Thorns and 1-0 shouldn't-have-been-a-loss against the North Carolina Courage. We discuss how impressed we are with Kealia Watt's performances, Alyssa Naeher "I will break you" prematch photo face and Chicago Local 134 doing the lord's work by providing coffee for players at the NWSL Challenge Cup (not the magic underwear type known around Utah)
- We discuss the Prem and the Battle Royale with cheese (because o...
2020-07-091h 22Bryant and MeEpisode 30 - Chicago Red Stars - Chicago Local 134 w/Maggie and Lauren + LFC Title TalkWe packed NWSL, EPL, Bundesliga, a little MLS and a good amount of singing into one episode.
Maggie and Lauren join us from Chicago Local 134 - one of the supporters groups for NWSL's Chicago Red Stars. They discussed:
- Retiring from soccer at an early age, to end on top
- The match between Chicago and the Washington Spirit
- How the club will transition away from Sam Kerr
- They share their thoughts on the anthem headlines regarding not all players standing, and empathy for teammate Casey Short f...
2020-06-291h 38Bryant and MeEpisode 29 - NWSL Challenge Cup (minus Orlando)!On this week's episode, we only have a few topics, but we had a lot to discuss:
- NWSL Challenge Cup! Our excitement for the tournament, disappointment at the situation in Orlando and announcing which team will get the BRYANT AND ME BUMP!!
- The return of the Premier League! We go through some highlights, and lowlights (Harry McGuire/Arsenal/LFC v Everton).
- We spend a lot of time talking about how people spend a lot of time talking about Christian Pulisic
- We dissect the "White Lives Matter Burnley" sit...
2020-06-231h 44Bryant and MeEpisode 28 - MLS IS BACK! PREMIER LEAGUE IS BACK! TWO RASH CHALLENGES IS HERE FOR THE FIRST TIME!We wouldn't call this episode a podcast episode. It's a SUPER podcast episode.
We are joined by Eric Neal from Two Rash Challenges: a Newcastle/Liverpool/MLS/US National Team podcast based out of Columbus Ohio. The other rash challenge failed everyone when he went to COVID 19 hot bed Charleston, South Carolina, to spend time at a wifi-less hellscape...
ANYWAY
We discuss the MLS is back tournament, mainly around should it happen in Orlando, Florida. Currently, Florida has had record breaking amounts of new coronavirus cases in the past week. Is MLS in a di...
2020-06-161h 46Bryant and MeEpisode 27 - The Return of Jeremy Hollon of CRISJeremy Hollon, Associate Director of Community Partnerships at CRIS joins the pod again. This time, Jeremy discusses how CRIS has adapted their work for the COVID19 pandemic.
Jeremy shares the work CRIS is doing to continue to support those in our community who may have just moved here with no big support group, or may not even know the language.
We also discuss the return of the Premier League and what it means to Jeremy.
Outside of the interview, we discuss our feelings about protests and the murdering of George Floyd, and countless oth...
2020-06-0358 minBryant and MeEpisode 26 - BIG ANNOUNCEMENT & Start, Bench, TransferOn our latest episode, we discuss an initiative we have with CRIS Ohio! We have some events and even special edition merchandise that'll benefit Community Refugee and Immigrant Services. We give a lot more details on when things will be available, a special Zoom Bundesliga watch party and much more. Watch our social media too for more info on all the initiatives being rolled out by CRIS and us.
On this episode, we've got quite a list of topics:
- Does having no supporters in the stands impact some teams over others?
- Why...
2020-05-261h 30Bryant and MeEpisode 25 - Cheyenne Foster aka Between Clean SheetsThis week, we have what the podcasting world calls "a doozy." We have extremely special guest Cheyenne Foster, or you may know her better as Between Clean Sheets. She produces awesome soccer content through vlogs, short videos and regular ole social media awesomeness. We also bring back a little bit of a normal podcast format:
- We talk about how we chose our Bundesliga sides, and how Bryant's may or may not stick and Thomas may or may not have already purchased a jersey...
- The K League apology is discussed, which may or may not...
2020-05-191h 47Bryant and MeEpisode 24 - Jordan Angeli Interview SpecialJordan Angeli is a former pro soccer player with the Boston Breakers, Washington Spirit and Western New York Flash. She has played in a U20 FIFA World Cup. She calls soccer broadcasts for everything from high school to professional soccer. She is a founder of the ACL Club. She creates headboards with wood. She hikes mountains. For some strange reason she agreed to do our show...
We discuss a lot with Jordan:
- Her thought process behind The Breakdown series of match analysis videos
- Her career starting in broadcasting and her goals for he...
2020-05-041h 08Bryant and MeEpisode 23 - The Quarantine Episode & Mike Kelleher Interview SpecialThis episode is a roller coaster.
We interview wrestling fan, podcaster and TV star Mike Kelleher from Legacy List with Matt Paxton. We talk his garage sale expertise, the tough events in life that got him to where he's at today and Wrestlemania (Hulkamania may or may not run wild).
Bryant and Thomas also take some time out to discuss how they're feeling during all the madness that is the quarantine. We throw all our thoughts and feelings out on the table.
Thank you for listening. This episode helped us and hopefully it does...
2020-04-071h 38Bryant and MeEpisode 22 - Bryant O'StumpedBryant and Me bring you Episode 22 - BRYANT O'STUMPED!
In this exciting new episode, we cover everything about sports, if by everything you mean the following:
- The LFC and Tottenham Champions League exits
- Impact of the coronavirus on Premier League postponement and the idea of Liverpool winning the league without playing all the matches
- We grade how well 6 different sporting leagues or governing bodies handled the suspension of leagues and events
- We discuss how we've been taking all of the current events
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2020-03-171h 18Bryant and MeEpisode 21 - Now With Added YouTitle courtesy of Columbus Crew UK & Ireland
Join us this Saturday, at Endeavor, for the 1230 Tottenham/ManUre match to raise money for a Nashville charity, following the recent tornado going through the city. We'll also have buttons and stickers for everyone who comes out and says hello.
This week's episode comes days after one half of the podcast could stay awake for the Seattle match,. We break down what we thought of the match, talked about the penalty and subsequent penalty kicks.
We shortly discuss Justin Meram coming back to Columbus (again) to pl...
2020-03-101h 05Bryant and MeEpisode 20 - Case of the TuesdaysGuten tag. Welcome back to Bryant and Me for our 20th episode!
We have a special episode because we have Norwich City fan and great human being Brian Lenoy on to talk the FA Cup tie between Tottenham and NCFC.
Brian also shares a story about his time with a Neo nazi supporter group in Harrison, NJ and his run in with a NYCFC supporter, during the Save The Crew efforts. You won't want to miss it.
Bryant and Thomas breakdown the great feeling of having Crew soccer back: tailgating. seeing friends, getting a...
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Bryant and MeCrewsmas Live Episode - BAM Bonus EpisodeDon't you wish all of our episodes were this short?
We talk about how we felt during the tailgate, what we were drinking and more importantly: the Crew sponsor deal and DC United crap field.
We also have an impromptu special guest who may forget that he showed up to the podcast table. Hazzah!
2020-03-0224 minBryant and MeEpisode 19 - Crew SC 2020 Season PreviewBryant and Me brings you their last episode before Crewsmas weekend and we've got some Crew talkin to do.
We discuss the Crew messing with everyone's mind with their "significant business partnership announcement" tweet that was NOT what people expected it to be. Even though it wasn't what people expected, it's still really freaking amazing. We talk about the new training facility and what. it means for the club, young professional players and local youth soccer players.
Not having a sponsor on your kit when you first buy it in February is not indicative of th...
2020-02-261h 27Bryant and MeEpisode 18 - Ralph Schudel 2020 Crew SC Interview SpecialBryant and Me sits down with Massive Report writer, Ohio Dominican brand manager, Columbus Wired photographer, former Columbus Eagles announcer and pod couch aficionado Ralph Schudel!
Ralph breaks some news about the Crew kit sponsorship and an awesome soccer event: ODU Womens Soccer v. Columbus Eagles on March 28th, 630 PM, at the ODU field in Columbus, Ohio.
When Schudel wasn't breaking news, he was talking about his love of sports, all of his experience covering sports over the past two years and much more about his career in media.
In addition, Ralph talks...
2020-02-181h 20Bryant and MeEpisode 17 - SECRET SoccerHello trusty BAM Army. We enjoyed our international podcast break, and we hope you did too.
We're back with all that great soccer action. We discuss the departure of #Crew96 staple Wil Trapp to definitely not Inter Miami because of copyright issues. There's also been Crew chatter around a new minor league affiliate specifically aligned with the Crew. We talk about where we think it'd work best and chat about FC Columbus (not as a minor league affiliate but as another means of supporting local soccer).
We also vent about SECRET soccer matches. It's 2020. There are a...
2020-02-131h 19Bryant and MeEpisode 16 - CREWSPLOSIONBryant and Thomas take time to process the news about Kobe Bryant. They discuss a few aspects of his life and how it's impacted them. They do not talk about all that's wrong about the horrible journalism, because wanted to keep the show shorter than the Irishman. You, the listener, also get to hear an outtake in the introduction. You're so darn lucky.
Bryant shares an update regarding the pod: we're going to take some time off from speaking about politics. Self care and mental health is important and its been difficult to handle anxiety when politics plays...
2020-01-301h 20Bryant and MeEpisode 15 - We Are Still Alive*dusts off podcast equipment* Phew, where have you all been? Just kidding! We could give you excuses for why we haven't released an episode, but that's what the intro of this episode is for!
Bryant and Me makes its triumphant return to cover our new obsession: vinyl records, along with some of our old obsessions:
- Premier League (specifically Liverpool and Tottenham)
- Bryant is oddly calm about the Spurs run of form and we dissect instagram posts to see who is coming to White Hart Lane
- Thomas tempers his hopes on t...
2020-01-221h 08Bryant and MeEpisode 14 - The Blue Milk Star Wars SpecialSo Liverpool win in the last few minutes, Trump is officially impeached and the strike ends so Democrats can debate. So what does that mean for our podcast?
IT'S ALL ABOUT STAR WARS!!
Bryant and me talk about our childhood memories of the originals on Muppet Babies, prequels on one of the hosts first weekends working at a movie theater and recording illegal copies of the original trilogy.
We take some time to discuss the next trilogy and the online beef with Disney's takeover of the movies. Is it the movies not meeting fa...
2019-12-191h 17Bryant and MeEpisode 12+1 - We Support the Triskaidekaphobia CommunityWE'RE BACK BABY! The triumphant return (from only two weeks away) of Bryant and Me!
We bring a downright jolly episode about a ton of things. A TON:
- Ghostbusters Afterlife trailer and how amazing it is. Also, it's nothing like Stranger Things (Thomas will fight you)
- A lot of children vomiting
- Bryant loves Tottenham, Jose Mourinho and Son's super selfish goal
- LFC resigns Klopp to a long-term deal
- Both Thomas and Bryant share who they would like their favorite teams to play in t...
2019-12-141h 21Bryant and MeEpisode 12 - Millions of Impeachments, Impeachments for MeGobble gobble gobble
It's our week before Thanksgiving day special. In this episode, we find out where Thomas records his part of the podcast, and it's totally normal and not at all weird.
Also, Bryant actually sounds happy talking about Jose Mourinho becoming the manager of the Tottenham football club of London.
We talk about the impeachment hearings and how Jim Jordan is an embarrassment to the state of Ohio, followed by a giddy Thomas talking about Cory Booker's stone cold stunner on Joe Biden. BAHH GAWWDD!!
The show ends with Br...
2019-11-221h 01Bryant and MeJeremy Hollon of CRIS - Bryant and Me Interview SpecialThe guests we've invited to this show are great people with amazing things to share. We don't want to discount what they have to say by squeezing it into a normal episode, so we've started a new format where our interviews will be shared separately from our normal weekly episode.
You can hear the passion of our first guest: Jeremy Hollon who works with Community Refugee and Immigration Services in Columbus, Ohio. Jeremy is a former candidate for the MLS Works volunteer of the year for Crew96, lifelong Tottenham supporter and all around good guy,.
Jer...
2019-11-1845 minBryant and MeEpisode 11 - The Sun is HotWe've got a barn burner for you this week.
Bryant and me discuss the heated big v little battle of Gomez v Sterling, Tottenham didn't lose (!!!) and the PL table makes ZERO sense.
We also share a formatting change in our shows (trust us, you'll like it), let you know that snow is cold and very white (like resident serpent Stephen Miller) and discuss a weeeee bit about the impeachment.
We give a sneak peek into an amazing interview we had with Jeremy Hollon, who works for Community Refugee & Immigration Services (CRIS) in...
2019-11-151h 11Bryant and MeEpisode 10 - Bryants and Me w/ Bryant ElijahWelcome to a marathon of an episode, but it's filled to the brim with STUFF. Good stuff, specifically. Thank you for celebrating 10 episodes with us!
We welcome another Bryant to the podcast, the official Back Up Bryant (BUB) to talk about Chelsea, fun buses, Darlington Nagbe to CrewSC and Christian Pulisic. (56:52)
We start off the show with some hockey game shenanigans (again) and our inaugural (??) Christmas Ales of the 2019 holiday, while simultaneously complaining about the WAR ON THANKSGIVING.
Thomas does a killer Keith Morrison impersonation. (11:43)
We go into the week that wa...
2019-11-071h 48Bryant and MeEpisode 9 - Monster Mash w/ Jon CorleoneBOO! ryant and mummy has a halloween treat in store with episode 9.
The pod welcomes their first ever guest, Crew96 Queen Annes Revenge supporters group dude Jon Corleone, an Leicester City fan, talks about how he definitely was not part of a bad trip to the Canadian border and his love of soft shell crab. (48:30)
We discuss how the higher you raise people up the harder the fall. (9:20)
Bryant definitely keeps his composure as we talk about the result of Tottenham v Liverpool and our experience watching with the official Columbus LFC supporters...
2019-10-311h 27Bryant and MeEpisode 8 - The Sonny Milano ExperienceWelcome to episode 8. This episode really has it all:
- Talking about a hockey game that happened last week
- Bryant was caressed by a stranger
- Tottenham didn't lose before we recorded
- Liverpool didn't win before we recorded
- Bryant is a potty mouth
- Pierre Delecto is Mitt Romney is Pierre Delecto
- Trump said something horrible (SHOCK!)
- New Star Wars looks like a real nerds delight (we loved it)
- Bryant attempts to stump me in a...
2019-10-231h 04Bryant and MeEpisode 7 - Ohio Democrat Debate: Debate HarderYippee ki yay boys and girls! It's time for another exciting edition of BRYANT AND ME!
Just because the Prem takes a week off, doesn't mean that we do! In this episode, we break down the excitement (ZzZzz) that was the Democrat nominee debate, that may or may not still be going on as I type these words.
We pick our debate winners, favorite Amy Klobuchar jokes and talk quietly enough so Tulsi Gabbard doesn't try to come moderate our podcast.
We also pick debate losers!
Speaking of losers, we also talk...
2019-10-171h 12Bryant and MeEpisode 6 - Vardy PartyIn our 6-pack episode, we go through some fun topics and some... not as fun. We start with our thoughts on the validity of the Vardy v Rooney internet feud: are they mad at each other or is this a set up?
If it's a set up, is it to make The Sun (boooooo) look bad or to introduce a new Netflix series?
Bryant will blame the Tottenham Hotspurs on why he was on his deathbed for days, and you start to hear a hint of Bryant becoming a Wolverhampton fan.
Thomas gets r...
2019-10-101h 10Bryant and MeEpisode 5 - Civil War 2: Electric BoogalooWelcome back loyal listener!
This week we talk mere hours after Tottenham lost 7 - 2 to Bayern Munich in the Champions League, and Bryant is handling it as well as you'd expect him to...
We talk about realistic expectations for Tottenham, and what Bryant expects the team to do in the coming months. We talk about Liverpool's run of form and Bryant gets a little testy during it.
We break down the Democrat 2020 best 11 soccer team formation. You won't believe who Thomas has as goalkeeper!
Then we talk about our favorite Trump tw...
2019-10-021h 05Bryant and MeEpisode 4 - The BAMiesSo we attempted to be more organized to give you a more streamlined episode. So naturally it is almost 20 minutes longer than last week, but there's a good reason! We had our first annual awards show for sports, and mostly not sports, related awards. Next year we will hire a full-time orchestra to play Bryant off when he talks about his award winners...
We don't just give away fake awards that no one will get, we also talk about the NEW CREW STADIUM! That's exciting, huh? We also discuss Tottenham's caribou (carabao) cup match against some League 2 team...
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