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| The Bonfire | Fire shutout Messi and Miami | S3:E15 | 15 Apr 2025 | 00:40:37 | |
John is joined by DJ and Tim to breakdown a thrilling (actually) 0-0 draw against 90' of Messi. | |||
| Quick >>> Fire | Fire draw Miami 0-0 | S2:E03 | 14 Apr 2025 | 00:22:03 | |
The crew reacts to the Fire's nil-nil draw vs a Miami side that had Messi in for 90. | |||
| The Bonfire | Fire win Brimstone Cup 3-1; Chance at back-to-back road wins in Toronto | S3:Ep07 | 10 Mar 2025 | 01:14:47 | |
John is joined by Alan, Tim and DJ to celebrate GGG's first cup win in the 3-1 victory over Dallas for the Brimstone Cup. First, injuries have plagued the Fire, but what kind of moves are available to the club this window? The Fire travel across the boarder to take on The Reds of Toronto FC. | |||
| The Fire Suck Again! | S1:E26 | 09 Sep 2023 | 01:00:07 | |
Alan, Tim, and DJ discuss the Fire becoming the Fire of old... And not the good kind. Check out our socials! | |||
| Raging Fire Turned to Dying Embers | S1:E25 | 30 Aug 2023 | 01:16:06 | |
On todays episode, Alan and Tim catch up on the Orlando and LA games, talking about happened with the Fire of late, as well as a preview to the game against Vancouver. Also being discussed, the continued discussion of stadium location now with the rumors of the White Sox moving away from 35th & Shields and the Bears still in search of a new home. Check out our socials! | |||
| New Training Center controversy, Fire vs Orlando preview, Messi Effect | S1:E24 | 19 Aug 2023 | 01:13:01 | |
Join Alan, DJ, and Tim as they talk about some drama surrounding the new Fire Training Center. They also provide a match preview of the upcoming Orlando match this Sunday as well as some Messi comments.
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| 2023 Roster Kick or Keep | S1:E23 | 10 Aug 2023 | 02:08:10 | |
Join the crew of Alan, Alex, and DJ as they discuss who they're looking at in the Fire roster to move around in their dream scenarios. And yes, there are some VERY hot takes... Check out our socials! | |||
| The Fire Still Burning in the Leagues Cup | S1:E22 | 03 Aug 2023 | 01:18:35 | |
Alan, back from Italy, along with DJ, Tim, and Alex discuss the Fire’s group stage win against Minnesota United, the regulation draw and pointless penalties against Club Puebla, and preview the upcoming knockout round game against Liga MX giant Club América, plus comments from Mauricio Pochettino on former Fire keeper Gaga Slonina upon his return to Chicago for Chelsea vs Dortmund. Check out our socials!
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| "Remembering with DannyTRadio" | S1:E21 | 28 Jul 2023 | 00:53:38 | |
Today, DJ and Alan talk with long time Fire Fan and Content Creator DannyTRadio as they talk all things Chicago Fire and learn more about this long time youtube creator. Check out our socials! | |||
| The Happy Bois Episode | S1:E20 | 22 Jul 2023 | 01:24:49 | |
Today, DJ is joined by Alex, Joe, and Eray as they discuss the Fire's winning week, look ahead to the League's Cup and the All-Star game, and look back at some massive "What Ifs" in Fire history. Check out our socials! | |||
| The Fire Don't Find Magic In Orlando | S1:E19 | 09 Jul 2023 | 01:09:54 | |
In this week's episode of the MIR97 Podcast, DJ and the crew discuss everything good, bad, and ugly in Chicago Fire world. As always, lots to talk about! Settle in, grab your popcorn, and enjoy the show! Check out our socials!
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| All 6 Points on the Western Front | S1:E18 | 01 Jul 2023 | 01:16:25 | |
In today's episode of the MIR97 Podcast the lads (led by DJ) discuss the recent signing of Fire DP, Ousmane Doumbia, along with the club's successful 2 game winning streak ON THE ROAD. Additionally, the boys congratulate and celebrate Chicago Fire's own Kei Kamara on his bid to the 2023 MLS All-Star match. Check out our socials!
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| Break time Is Over (mini episode) | S1:E17 | 01 Jul 2023 | 00:27:28 | |
Episode 17 of the Men in Red 97 Podcast is the pod’s first solo episode (and no it’s not in Italian), where Alan talks a bit about international games featuring Fire players and the USMNT, as well as previewing the Fire’s games back from the international break in Portland on Wednesday and Kansas City on Saturday, where the Fire have had little success in recent years… Check out our socials!
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| Hot Takes LIVE | Guti over Messi?; Tom Barlow over-hated? | S3E:02 | 05 Mar 2025 | 01:22:46 | |
Matt is joined by John, Paul and Joe on YouTube for Hot Takes LIVE! | |||
| Where Do We Go From Here | S1:E16 | 16 Jun 2023 | 01:03:15 | |
It’s finally the International Break!!!! In the meantime; Alan, Tim, and DJ discuss the week of depression that was the Open Cup game against the Houston Dynamo and the MLS game against the Columbus Crew. Join them as they discuss Messi coming to MLS, the future for the Fire this season after the USOC exit to Houston and embarrassing last minute home loss to Columbus, and the truth behind Gobekli Teppe (yes this is DJ’s QOTD). Check out our socials!
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| The Reign of Benjamin Harrison | S1:E15 | 09 Jun 2023 | 00:59:30 | |
Alan, DJ, and Alex are on the horn for this weeks episode to discuss some national team business including Shaq and Navarro’s call ups to their respective national teams and the U20 World Cup, as well the rather boring midweek and weekend matchups at Toronto FC and FC Cincinnati. Also a preview (and halftime/full time comments) for the USOC game against Houston Dynamo, along with the Saturday home game against CoLumbus Crew. Special Music: The Elevator Bossa Nova by Bensound | https://www.bensound.com Music promoted by https://www.free-stock-music.com Check out our socials!
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| United Supporters of Suckers for the Fire | S1:E14 | 31 May 2023 | 01:12:27 | |
Alan, DJ, Tim and first time MIR97 guest, Joe, talk about the latest Fire news including Chris Mueller’s surgery and Pineda’s new contract. The quad of suckers also discuss and dissect the first competitive win against Austin FC in the US Open Cup, the 6 game thriller at Foxborough, and preview the Fire’s ongoing road trip in Toronto and Cincinnati. Check out our socials!
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| The Lion, the Witch, and the Audacity on the Pitch (The Greeks were cooking) | S1:E13 | 26 May 2023 | 01:22:38 | |
Whilst Matt was off on a journey to Valhalla; Alan, DJ, and Editor-In-Chief Alex discussed several points in Fire news such as the released player salaries across MLS, the midweek clash in Charlotte and Saturday night bonanza against Atlanta, along with a preview of the US Open Cup game with another first time Fire opponent, Austin FC, and the Fire’s weekend trip to Foxborough to face Bruce Arena’s New England Revolution. Check out our socials!
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| The Chicago - St Louis Rivalry has kicked off (St Louis is a Suburb of Detroit) | S1:E12 | 22 May 2023 | 01:14:47 | |
It’s Episode 12 of the Men In Red 97 Podcast, and we got the usual trio of Matt, DJ, and Alan as well as MIR97 Editor-In-Chief Alex to talk about the sacking of Ezra Hendrickson and the return of Frank Klopas on the head coach seat, The Fire’s inaugural competitive wins in both the US Open Cup and MLS against St. Louis CAPS LOCK SC, and the Fire’s trip to the Queen City and then back to Soldier Field for the 5 Stripes of Atlanta United. Check out our socials!
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| Turn Off The World and Turn On The Pod w/ Tyler Terens | S1 SPECIAL #3 | 16 May 2023 | 00:35:25 | |
Welcome to the third special edition of the MIR97 Podcast! In today's episode, we are joined by former Chicago Fire broadcaster Tyler Terens. Join Alex and Jack as they discuss Tyler's journey and the current state of the Chicago Fire. Be sure to follow Tyler on his Twitter (@tnterens) and listen to his broadcasts LIVE on Apple TV. If you like this content, let us know! All feedback is loved and supported by the MIR gang. Check out our socials!
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| A Completely Out of Tune Performance in the Music City | S1:E11 | 09 May 2023 | 01:24:34 | |
On today's episode of MIR97: Alan and DJ are joined by returning guest Tim (@sing_electric), to talk topics such as the case of Brady, Guti, and the U20 World Cup v Chicago Fire, the World’s 50 Most Valuable Clubs with 18 of them being MLS clubs (the Fire are one of them), and of course the Fire’s unappealing performance against Nashville SC with the hot seat reaching critical temperatures. *Note: This episode was recorded on Sunday evening, prior to Monday morning's news of Ezra Hendrickson’s departure from the club. Check out our socials!
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| The Hot Seat is Heating Up | S1:E10 | 04 May 2023 | 01:06:15 | |
The MIR97 Podcast has entered double digits! On Episode 10: Matt, DJ, and Alan discuss the Fires crosstown rivalry win in the US Open Cup over Chicago House AC, a quick overseas report from former Fire players/manager in the Swiss Super League, and how the seat which Ezra sits upon is getting hotter and hotter as the Fire once again dropped points late in the game to the New Jersey Energy Drinks, along with a quick preview to the Fire trip south Nashville SC to start the Fire’s 5 game haul in the next 2 weeks. Check out our socials!
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| This Week In Chicago Fire FC w/ Eli Lesser (ThisWeekInMLS), S1 SPECIAL#2 | 02 May 2023 | 00:54:40 | |
The second edition of the MIR97 Podcast S1 specials! Alan and DJ are joined by special guest: MLS Content Creator and LA Galaxy supporter, Eli Lesser (@ThisWeekInMLS), to talk about the epic highs and lows of being a soccer content creator for not just a club but the entire league and American soccer in general, their thoughts about their visit to the Soldier Field, discussions on the current situation surrounding the Fire and other MLS clubs in similar positions, and some more questions of the day created by DJ! Check out our socials!
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| Ezra Hendrickson’s Potatoes and Eggs | S1:E9 | 28 Apr 2023 | 01:02:16 | |
The regular trio of Matt, DJ, and Alan are back on Episode 9 of the MIR97 Podcast to discuss the upcoming “Peter Wilt Derby” against Chicago House AC that includes the age old argument of SeatGeek Stadium vs Soldier Field (with halftime and full time reports along with Jack), the positives eggs and negatives potatoes along with the unfortunate “rear end” ending against Atlanta United, and the importance of the next MLS game at home against an also struggling New Jersey- I mean New York Red Bulls. Special Music: The Elevator Bossa Nova by Bensound | https://www.bensound.com Music promoted by https://www.free-stock-music.com Check out our socials!
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| The Bonfire | Fire Draw DC in Frigid Home Opener; Fire head to Dallas for Brimstone Cup. | S3:E06 | 03 Mar 2025 | 00:54:43 | |
Matt is joined by DJ, Alan, and Tim to break down everything that went right, and wrong, in the 2-2 Draw vs DC United. Later, the crew previews the next installment of the Brimstone cup. | |||
| The Fire Fall Asleep AGAIN! | S1:E8 | 24 Apr 2023 | 01:20:49 | |
This week on the MIR97 Podcast, Alan and DJ are joined by the creative writer for MIR97, Jiggly. The trio discuss the upcoming Peter Wilt Derby along with Jiggly’s time at the Forward Madison vs Chicago House game, the ongoing disconnect between Season Ticket Holders and the club, and of course the history of the Fire repeating as the Fire dropped another 2 goal lead and another 2 points against the Philadelphia Union at Soldier Field. Check out our socials!
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| THE FIRE WIN AGAIN! Madison vs House, Beating the Loons, & King DAVID?? | S1:E7 | 15 Apr 2023 | 00:54:01 | |
Welcome back to the MIR97 Podcast! In today's episode, the trio get's a little weird and spends a large part of the episode diving into religion....(you'll see just listen to the pod). Join Matt, Alan, and DJ as they discuss all things from the White Sox, to Forward Madison, all the way to the 12 disciples...yeah like I said just listen to the pod. Check out our socials!
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| A Conversation with Chicago Fire's own, Eric Leonard! S1 SPECIAL! | 10 Apr 2023 | 00:54:23 | |
Welcome back to the MIR97 Podcast everyone! Today's episode is super special as we welcome in Chicago Fire defender Eric Leonard onto the podcast! Join us (Matt & Eray) as we walk through the Palatine native's career so far - along with his aspirations for the future. An incredibly personable and kind young man, Eric is exactly the type of player we want representing our city and our badge. Check out our socials! COYMIR!
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| THE TRIO IS BACK! CFII Talk, The Emergence of STARS, & a Dull Night at Soldier Field | S1:E6 | 05 Apr 2023 | 01:02:36 | |
Welcome back to the sixth episode of the official MIR97 Podcast! In today's episode, the trio (yes we are back) talks about the success of #cf97 at the GA Cup, the undefeated start for CFII, and the latest week in senior team news including the 0-0 tie against Eastern Conference bottom feeders D.C. United. As always, please share with your grandma (I promise you she'll love it!!). Thanks for your support and we will see you on Saturday! Check out our socials! COYMIR!
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| FIRE WIN!!! Heart pounding game in Fort Lauderdale, DP Dilema, and the ongoing Soldier Field discussion | S1:E5 | 30 Mar 2023 | 01:09:16 | |
On today's episode of the MIR97 Podcast, DJ returns to the fray along with Alan and special guest, staff writer Tim Hotze @sing_electric, to celebrate the Fire's first win of the season away to Inter Miami CF, as well as analyzing player performances and Ezra's comments on the game. The lads also talk about the ongoing Designated Player problems with Xherdan Shaqiri and Jairo Torres, and which players they'd like to see more or less on the pitch in the future. Finally, a preview of the Fire's next home game against DC United, and a quick discussion on the attendance issue at Soldier Field. Check out our socials!
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| Oh look, the Fire blew it… again! Low attendance, high hopes for Guti, & another mid result | S1:E4 | 25 Mar 2023 | 00:59:43 | |
In this episode of MIR97, Alan and MIR97 editor in chief, Alex Calabrese, talked about the Fires good bad and ugly moments against Cincinnati, preview the upcoming away game in Fort Lauderdale, and discuss the upcoming MLS All Star Game and our opinions so far on Apple TV MLS Season Pass Check out our socials!
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| A Frustrating Night in Philly! Bienvenido Alonso, Yellow Card FC, & The Battle of Naperville | S1:E3 | 17 Mar 2023 | 00:52:58 | |
In today's episode of the MIR97 Podcast, Matt & Alan review the crazy week in Chicago Fire land. A disappointing result in Philly led into the announcements of both a new player AND a new training facility! If you like this content please like & share w/ your GRANDMA! Be sure to check out the first episode of MIR97 Hot Takes w/ Matt + Paul. Check out our socials! | |||
| A Rainy Home Opener! Kacper the Friendly Ghost, the Injury Bug, + Looking Towards Philly | S1:E2 | 08 Mar 2023 | 00:49:52 | |
Welcome back to the MIR97 Podcast! In today's episode we recap the Chicago Fire home opener against NYCFC, discuss the solid Soldier Field atmosphere, and set our sights to Saturday's match against the Union. Be sure to rate us 5 stars and drop a follow if you enjoy the podcast! Hot Takes.....coming soon!!! Check out our socials! COYMIR | |||
| WE MADE A PODCAST! 2023 Chicago Fire Season Preview + Looking towards NYCFC | S1:E1 | 03 Mar 2023 | 00:52:32 | |
Welcome to FIRST episode of the MIR97 Podcast hosted by Matt, Alan, & DJ. Join us as we make our predictions for the upcoming MLS season while simultaneously looking at the home opener against NYCFC. Check out our socials! Special thanks to Austin & John for being part of our incredibly audio editing team!
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| The Bonfire | The Debut of Berhalterball; Week 2 Already Must Win | S3:E05 | 24 Feb 2025 | 00:58:51 | |
Matt is joined by DJ, Alan, and Tim after an intriguing 4-2 loss to the Crew. Bamba and Guti made a quick connection while a clear identity was on display around the entire pitch. Tim spoke with Guti in a rare post game interview. The guys then make bold predictions about what will happen in the Fire home opener this Saturday against DC United in what has been dubbed as a must-win game. | |||
| The Bonfire | 2025 SEASON PREVIEW | S3:E04 | 20 Feb 2025 | 01:14:44 | |
Matt is joined by DJ, Tim, and Joe of On Tap Sports Net to preview the 2025 Season. First, the guys recap the 2025 preseason which gave everyone a reason to be hopeful as the season begins this Saturday in Columbus. Matt brings Hot Takes to The Bonfire, player predictions are made, club predictions are made, and more. | |||
| MIR97 | Tim Hotze joins David Gass on Soccerwise | 17 Feb 2025 | 00:29:09 | |
Tim joins David Gass on the Soccerwise Podcast to talk about the 2025 Chicago Fire. Will Guti have his breakout year? How has Gregg Berhlater done thus far in his tenure? What is this year's ceiling and will GGG help wake a sleeping giant? Listen to Soccerwise: https://open.spotify.com/show/3avVYlzUnqlFaibuYsx7n9 | |||
| Quick>>>Fire | 2025 Kit Dropped; Veteran Omar Gonzalez joins; Teenager Christopher Cupps joins; Arnaud Souquet departs | S2:E2 | 14 Feb 2025 | 00:27:06 | |
Alan, Tim, and DJ join to quickly discuss the (bland) new kit, a number of roster moves, and a recap of the 3 preseason games thus far. | |||
| The Bonfire | Fire to compete in US Open Cup; Bamba officially joins club; Duran becomes largest transfer out of MLS in league history; Omar Gonzalez trains in Chicago | S3:E03 | 04 Feb 2025 | 01:01:52 | |
Matt is joined by DJ and Tim to discuss the roster buildup towards the 2025 season. First, the FIRE are back in the US Open Cup in what may be considered the clubs best shot at hardware. Bamba officially joins the club, raising the ceiling of the squad's wingers. | |||
| Hot Takes LIVE | Zink overrated?; Is Guti earning his keep?; Who's the hottest fire? | S3:E01 | 02 Feb 2025 | 01:27:15 | |
| Quick>>>Fire | Neymar, Bamba, Rumors, Transfers and More! | S2:E01 | 18 Jan 2025 | 00:35:15 | |
Tim and DJ recap a wild week of Fire rumors and news. Shock transfer rumor for Neymar lit the league on fire. Bamba signs. | |||
| The Bonfire | D'Avilla spotted at training; Miami come to town after midweek beating on LAFC; Will Guti return this weekend? | S3:E14 | 10 Apr 2025 | 00:40:42 | |
John is joined by Matt, DJ, and Tim to speculate on who is suiting up for both the Fire and Miami this Sunday. Dje D'Avilla is spotted at training. Guti is approaching a return. Miami travel to Chicago as the Fire look to capitalize to showcase their attack in front of a big crowd. | |||
| The Bonfire | Zinckernagel joins Chicago's attack; Guti gets a shot to impress Pochettino; Fire look to add second DP as Preseason begins. | S3:E02 | 15 Jan 2025 | 00:48:17 | |
Allan is joined by DJ, Matt, and Alex to discuss the beginning of the 2025 campaign as the Preseason officially kicks off. First, players are moving in and out of the Fire lineup. Philip Zinckernagel joins as a TAM player, while Tobias Salquist moves out. Brian Gutierrez joins the USMNT January camp in a chance to break into Pochettino's player pool. Gregg Berhalter adds to his coaching staff. | |||
| The Bonfire | Fire look to add DP Winger after Gaston EXIT; Acosta eyes USMNT return; Souquet and Mueller out?; New Year's Resolutions | S3:E01 | 01 Jan 2025 | 00:58:45 | |
Welcome to Season 3 of The Bonfire! Alan is joined by Matt, Alex, DJ, and Tim to talk about the Fire's outlook going into 2025. First, Gaston Gimenez has departed. GGG looks to add a DP winger before the season begins. Could a DP CM follow? Acosta wants to return to the USMNT picture in 2025, could a current, or future, Fire player join him? Matt and DJ's autism clash. With a cleared out roster, the Fire look to be active before the season begins. Our New Year's resolutions set expectations for the 2025 season high. | |||
| The Bonfire | Season 2 Finale; Fire signal new stadium; 2025 Schedule released; Jake Elliott joins squad as GGG begins rebuild | S2:E45 | 23 Dec 2024 | 01:22:37 | |
Tim is joined by DJ and Alex to recap what has been a busy beginning to the Fire's offseason. Chicago has captured the signature of Jack Elliott as Berhalter begins to shape the Fire's build. The 2025 roster has been released and the Fire will open the season away at Columbus. | |||
| The Bonfire | The offseason officially begins; Guti to Chivas? Aaron Long to LAFC? Koutsias to Lugano? The rumor-mill milling; Fire II players with potential to move up | S2:E44 | 11 Dec 2024 | 00:50:41 | |
Alan is joined by Tim and DJ to recap recent news and provide an outlook to the offseason. First, Berhalter states only 5 players are locked into start. There are many moves being made in the organization; staff going to Lugano, staff leaving, Fire 2 coach turnover, and players are coming and going. There are some rumors spinning up, which ones have legs? | |||
| The Bonfire | Berhalter begins building front office | S2:E43 | 15 Nov 2024 | 00:36:55 | |
Alan is joined by DJ and Tim to discuss the Fire Awards, David Poreba winning the MLSNP MVP Award, and Gregg Berhalter's first moves at the helm. | |||
| MIR97 | Alexi Lalas on Gregg Berhalter | 02 Nov 2024 | 00:35:07 | |
U.S. Soccer Hall of Famer Alexi Lalas joins the show for a special one-on-one interview about the Chicago Fire and the club's decision to hire former USMNT manager Gregg Berhalter. | |||
| The Bonfire | The Klopas Era comes to an end; Fire 2 continue playoff run; Options have been exercised | S2:E42 | 26 Oct 2024 | 00:33:32 | |
Alan is joined by Tim and DJ to discuss the end of the 2024 season. The Klopas era ends with a loss to Nashville. Options have been exercised, and some long time Fire players have been declined. Fire 2 continue their playoff run this Sunday against Crew 2. | |||
| The Bonfire | Nashville visits for final match of 2024, marking the end of the Klopas era | S2:E43 | 16 Oct 2024 | 00:37:09 | |
Alan is joined by DJ and Tim to preview the Fire's final match of the season against Nashville. First, Fire II enter the playoffs on Sunday. Chicago players nominated to MLS end of year awards. | |||