BFFR with Sydney Leroux & Ali Riley – Details, episodes & analysis

BFFR with Ali Riley & Sydney Leroux is a podcast for anyone who’s ever been called too much, too loud, too real, too emotional, too honest—Sydney and Ali have heard it all. But ‘too much’ is exactly the right amount. BFFR is where our hosts get to be unapologetically themselves—funny, bold, unfiltered—and finally saying out loud what they’ve been saying behind the scenes for years. If you’ve ever said, ‘I probably shouldn’t say this,’ don’t worry - they already did. Welcome to the chaos.  BFFR with Ali Riley & Sydney LeRoux launches April 28th. New episodes drop every Monday. Make sure you're following the show on YouTube, Apple Podcasts, Spotify, or wherever you get your podcasts. Follow us at @BFFRshow on all social platforms for bonus content.

It’s finally here – the BFFR podcast! On the very first EVER episode of BFFR with Sydney Leroux and Ali Riley, our hosts are holding nothing back. They talk about how BFFR came to be, Sydney’s recent break from soccer, and how stoked she and Ali are to be back on the field together again.  Ali and Sydney dive into their childhood heroes, how the women’s game has changed over their lifetimes, and what the future holds for professional women’s soccer in the United States. PLUS they share their W’s and L’s of the week and answer YOUR burning questions on the BFFR hotline.  New episodes of BFFR with Sydney and Ali drop every Monday. Subscribe to the show on YouTube and follow on all your favorite podcast platforms. For bonus content and to send your mailbag questions in to the show, follow on all social media platforms @BFFRShow. (https://www.bffrshow.com/). 

Syd & Ali are best friends FOR REAL! On the latest episode of BFFR with Sydney Leroux and Ali Riley, our hosts are talking female friendships – both on and off the field.  Ali and Sydney share how women supporting women helps in every aspect of life - both as professional athletes and in their romantic relationships. Ali even shares how her friendship with Sydney SAVED her wedding day! PLUS we get their W’s and L’s of the week and answer YOUR burning questions on the BFFR hotline.  New episodes of BFFR with Sydney and Ali drop every Monday. Subscribe to the show on YouTube and follow on all your favorite podcast platforms. For bonus content and to send your mailbag questions in to the show, follow on all social media platforms @BFFRShow. (https://www.bffrshow.com/). 

HAPPY MOTHER'S DAY! On the latest episode of BFFR with Sydney Leroux and Ali Riley, our hosts dive into the realities of motherhood, being an aunty, and the journey to becoming a mom.  Ali interviews Syd about her parenting style, what its been like being a professional athlete and a mom of two, and if she thinks PET MOMS are moms, too! Ali also shares more about her perspective on family planning and gives and update on her IVF journey. PLUS we get their W’s and L’s of the week and answer YOUR burning relationship questions on the BFFR hotline.  New episodes of BFFR with Sydney and Ali drop every Monday. Subscribe to the show on YouTube and follow on all your favorite podcast platforms. For bonus content and to send your mailbag questions in to the show, follow on all social media platforms @BFFRShow. (https://www.bffrshow.com/). 

Coach Jackie gets real with Ali! On the latest episode of BFFR with Sydney Leroux and Ali Riley, Ali is joined by Tik Tok sensation Coach Jackie to discuss her viral series, “Is She Gay, or Does She Coach Women’s Basketball?” The two discuss the current era of women’s sports, whether or not the word “women” should be included in things like the World Cup, and why Jackie is not longer answering the question “why should people watch women’s sports?”  The two chat about the women’s leagues Jackie doesn’t think are getting enough flowers, what it’s like to be a content creator who gets the attention of your sports heroes and Jackie rates Ali’s outfit! PLUS the two chat about the expanded 2031 Women’s World Cup, and answer a fan’s college question on the BFFR hotline.  New episodes of BFFR with Sydney and Ali drop every Monday. Subscribe to the show on YouTube and follow on all your favorite podcast platforms. For bonus content and to send your mailbag questions in to the show, follow on all social media platforms @BFFRShow. (https://www.bffrshow.com/). 

Julie Foudy is a soccer icon and also so for real! On the latest episode of BFFR with Sydney Leroux and Ali Riley, our hosts are joined by former U.S. Women’s National Team player, World Cup and Olympic gold medal winner, broadcaster, and Angel City F.C. investor Julie Foudy!  Julie shares her perspective on the incremental change over the years in women’s sports, the 99ers taking their World Cup celebration tour into their own hands, and her daughter leaving for college. Plus she’s talking about her work on Save: The Katie Meyer Story, a documentary she did with ESPN about Stamford college athlete Katie Meyer who took her own life in 2022.  Our hosts also share updates on Savy King, Sydney’s calf injury, some Millennial trends, and answer a fan’s question from the BFFR hotline.

Becky Sauerbrunn may have retired from the field, but she’s fresh on the air! On the latest episode of BFFR with Sydney Leroux and Ali Riley, our hosts are joined by the U.S. Women’s National Team’s former Captain America, Becky Sauerbrunn!  Becky talks about her recent pregnancy announcement, her post-retirement career in broadcasting, whether it’s time for Ali and Sydney to consider retiring, and shares her favorite memories of playing with (and against) Sydney.  Our hosts also share stories about Ali’s wedding thank you card journey, Sydney running out of gas on the freeway, and they even answer some fan questions from the BFFR hotline.  New episodes of BFFR with Sydney and Ali drop every Monday. Subscribe to the show on YouTube and follow on all your favorite podcast platforms. For bonus content and to send your mailbag questions in to the show, follow on all social media platforms @BFFRShow. (https://www.bffrshow.com/). 

Sometimes we all need a little help! On the latest episode of BFFR with Sydney Leroux and Ali Riley, our hosts talk about mental health, the NWSL’s new mental leave program, and asking for help when you need it.  Sydney and Ali also talk clap backs to sassy social media comments, girl math, athleisure wear, what age is appropriate for dating and whether or not Sydney’s kids will be attending any sleepovers.  New episodes of BFFR with Sydney and Ali drop every Monday. Subscribe to the show on YouTube and follow on all your favorite podcast platforms. For bonus content and to send your mailbag questions in to the show, follow on all social media platforms @BFFRShow. (https://www.bffrshow.com/). 

 Olympic hookups?? Oh, we went there. This week, Ali and Syd get real about the Olympic Village—yes, the rumors are true—and one of them may or may not have had a hookup. 👀 Syd looks back on scoring her first Olympic goal and winning gold at just 22, and Ali shares her favorite memories repping New Zealand. They also unpack LA 2028 traffic nightmares and why the Village is basically one big dorm with condoms. Stay tuned until the very end to hear Syd confess her undying love for... Jim Carrey. Got a question? A confession? A BFFR moment? Leave us a voicemail at 833-898-2337 — we might just put you on blast. New episodes of BFFR with Sydney & Ali drop every Monday. Subscribe on YouTube, follow wherever you get your podcasts, and stalk us @BFFRshow on all socials. (⁠https://www.bffrshow.com/⁠).

Tinder added a height filter, and yeah… we’ve got thoughts. This week, Ali and Syd break down the dating app drama that’s got the internet spiraling—plus first dates, fake 5'11s, and the red flags that made us say BFFR. Also on the menu: wins, losses, Jay Shetty manifesting, “Naked and Afraid” vs. naked “Dancing with the Stars” (yes, really), and your voicemails. Got a question? A confession? A BFFR moment? Leave us a voicemail at 833-898-2337 — we might just put you on blast. Thanks to our sponsors. See what boring banking can do for you at pnc.com/brilliantlyboring