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| 130: So You’re Telling Me There’s a Chance | 03 Nov 2026 | 01:02:00 | |
We look back at two, 3-1 wins that give MN United an outside shot of making the playoffs. We get you ready for Decision Day because 2026 isn’t over just yet. And we take a look at Minnesota United’s Sprint Season schedule that gives us some hints of what’s to come.
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| Special Episode: A Conversation with Wil Trapp | 30 Oct 2026 | 00:58:54 | |
We sit down with Wil Trapp to talk parenting, Eric Ramsay, Khaled, leadership, disappointment, his future and so much more.
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| 129: Loons Lack Liftoff in Houston | 26 Oct 2026 | 00:48:33 | |
We review another good Loons performance that, again, did not end with three points. We get ready for two of the last three games of the 2026 season as the Loons’ playoff hopes are truly on life support. And we’ll congratulate St. Louis City fans who are celebrating their first trophy in just 4 seasons in the league.
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| 128: Is This What Joy Feels Like? | 19 Oct 2026 | 01:01:03 | |
We bask in the joy of the St. Louis City game that had everyone singing again. We get ready for the Loons’ trip to Texas to see if we can keep our playoff hopes alive. And we’ve got an extended what’s making you feel like a lunatic.
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| 127: Ho Hum, Is This Season Almost Done? | 12 Oct 2026 | 00:50:33 | |
We discuss another late lead lost that stopped a losing streak but still feels like crap. We get ready for two more games this week as the Loons playoff hopes are on life support. And we check in on Dayne St. Clair, who had a few things to say after Canada lost to the US last Tuesday.
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| 126: We Need to Take a Break (feat. Jon Marthaler) | 28 Sep 2026 | 00:56:30 | |
We are joined by Jon Marthaler because misery loves company and the Loons have been miserable lately. We discuss the loss in Seattle that runs the losing streak to five. And we check in on English football to see if they might be able to drink again at games anytime soon.
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| 125: 1/10, Please Try Again | 20 Sep 2026 | 01:00:30 | |
We again talk about another Wonderwall-less night at Allianz. We look ahead to the upcoming game against Schmetzer’s Sounders. And we check in with the Twoonies, for no other reason than to talk about a team that won a game recently.
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| 124: Losing Feels the Same in the Press Box | 14 Sep 2026 | 00:54:01 | |
We cover the last two games that didn’t go the Loons way. We recap our first experience in the press box and radio booth at Allianz Field. And we get you ready for the upcoming home game that’s the next chance to sing that song that we used to sing.
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| 123: Goals Come but Point Goes, Transfer Window Blows (feat. Andy Greder) | 08 Sep 2026 | 01:14:24 | |
We close the book on the uninspiring Summer Transfer window with the help of Andy Greder from the Pioneer Press. We catch our breath after watching the MLS After Dark match in Portland where the Loons scored 4, but left with nothing. And we look ahead to two upcoming games including a midweek match in the hotly contested I35 Shield/Cup.
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| 122: Everything Bagel (feat. Morris Duggan) | 31 Aug 2026 | 01:56:54 | |
We look back at three games gave us some low lows, some high highs, and some meh mehs. We talk all about the news that our C-S-O just said, C-U-Later. And we’ve got a conversation with Loons defender Morris Duggan crammed into the middle of everything.
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| 121: Drawing is More Fun with Crayons | 17 Aug 2026 | 01:00:24 | |
We review the Loons' 2nd return to MLS action in less than a month and we get you ready for the “decade in MLS” celebration for our Loons midweek.
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| 120: We’re Almost Always a Good Soccer Team | 10 Aug 2026 | 01:06:50 | |
We review the first two Leagues Cup games that were totally “fine”. We discuss how the Loons are going to get out of their funk. And we check in on the summer transfer window to see if any additions to the roster are on their way.
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| 119: Stumbling Out of the Re-Starting Blocks | 03 Aug 2026 | 01:16:54 | |
We debate if “unbeaten in 2” overrules “winless in 7”. We get you ready for the Leagues Cup which includes a matchup against a giant of Liga MX on Friday. And we check in on Gianni Infantino’s job security hoping he’s given his walking papers any day now.
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| 118: Loons Back, Shari Going, World Cup Gone | 20 Jul 2026 | 01:00:26 | |
We get ready for the Loons’ return to MLS action that’ll see them play three matches across 10 days. We discuss the news that Shari Ballard will be retiring as CEO at the end of the year, and Christina Hennington will be taking over. And we look back at the final matches of the World Cup and cross our fingers that MN gets the chance to host the Women’s Team in 2031.
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| 117: Never Say Never (feat. Jon Marthaler) | 14 Jul 2026 | 01:03:16 | |
We catch up with Jon Marthaler to get his take on the World Cup before it's all over. We review that uninspiring US Men’s National Team performance against Belgium in the Round of 16. And we get you ready for the World Cup Final halftime show to see if our Jon’s favorite musicians are playing.
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| 116: Group Stage Morphs into Beautiful Knockouts | 06 Jul 2026 | 00:58:14 | |
We catch up with the US Men’s National Team and their matchup with Belgium. We check in on MN United and some players and coaches that are on the move. And we watch along while England heads to Mexico and tries to “rise” to the occasion.
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| 115: The World Cup Hype Train Rolls On | 23 Jun 2026 | 00:57:39 | |
We get Matt telling stories about his time soaking up the World Cup. We check in on Minnesota Aurora who punched their ticket to the playoffs this weekend. And we’ll talk about the US Men’s National team that is taking care of business in a way no US men’s team has before.
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| 114: Matt Earns the Call Up to the World Cup | 16 Jun 2026 | 00:40:14 | |
We get Matt ready for his World Cup Debut. We check in on the US Men’s National Team. And we look in on the Peruvian police and their fugitive apprehension strategies.
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| 113: Checking In With Ourselves | 06 Jun 2026 | 00:44:35 | |
We discuss what natural New Zealand materials should be used for the Michael Boxall statue, we get you caught up on what’s happening, or not happening, with a former Loon at the World Cup, and we’ll check in on FIFA as they again try to ruin the greatest sporting event in the world with yet another money grab.
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| 112: Late Draw Soothes Slump into Summer Break | 26 May 2026 | 00:53:25 | |
We recap the RSL home draw that the boys left until late that only slightly smoothed over the Loons’ recent slump. We look ahead to the World Cup break and make a Minnesota United positional wish list for this summer transfer window. And we’ll check in on a new rule MLS is supporting that would change the way the soccer clock works.
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| 111: Aggressively Regressing to the Mean | 18 May 2026 | 01:02:46 | |
We spend some time discussing not one, but two, disappointing results from our Loons this week. We look ahead to the Loons match against RSL that will be the last chance to get a result before the summer break. And we’ll check in on our future rivals as they’ve announced the name of their soon-to-be-built stadium.
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| 110: James Hoopla, We Hardly Knew Ya | 12 May 2026 | 00:59:32 | |
We look back on that I-35 Shield draw against Austin FC that saw the first meaningful contributions from our, soon to be former, Colombian #10. We look ahead to a home game against Colorado and an away gate against the surging Revolution as the schedule tightens up again. And we’ll check in on Tommy Schweinitz to see what he’s been up to since he scored his goal against the Rapids last August.
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| 109: The Return of the Set Piece FC (feat. Andy Greder) | 04 May 2026 | 01:05:29 | |
We check in with Andy Greder of the Pioneer Press to see what he thinks of our Loons at the one third mark of the season. We review that rollercoaster of a game in San Jose that saw our Loons exit the Open Cup. We recap that historic second half comeback that helped United do the double over the State of Ohio. And we get you ready for a Mother’s Day game against I-35 Shield Opponent, Austin FC.
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| 108: The Streak Extends But Then It Ends | 27 Apr 2026 | 01:01:16 | |
We recap a solid away win at Dallas that has the Loons atop the I-35 Shield Standings. We review that home loss to LAFC that saw the winning streak come to an end. And we’ll get ready for another late night midweek game in the Open Cup that looks like a tough matchup for our Loons on paper. We also preview the Columbus game too, so much soccer.
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| 107: Winning Streaks Are Allowed? (feat. Wes Burdine) | 20 Apr 2026 | 01:18:06 | |
We recap that late night Open Cup match in Sacramento that saw Minnesota United barely advance. We review that Portland home game that should lead to Phil Neville losing his job. And we catch up with Wes Burdine on a series of topics including his thoughts on a recent breakup.
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| 106: Loons Take Three from Red Card FC | 12 Apr 2026 | 00:59:46 | |
We recap another late night win against that new team from California that can't keep all their players on the field. We get you ready for two upcoming games that include the Loons best chance at a trophy this season. And we'll congratulate one of our favorite referees for earning a spot at this summer's World Cup.
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| 105: Loons Fly Artemis II to Galaxy I | 06 Apr 2026 | 00:57:47 | |
We talk all about the Loons 2nd ever win in Carson that ended late into the night. We get you ready for another late night away game in the state of California. And we review the Allianz Field Summer Concert series that will find you buried under the covers.
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| 104: Spring Break Soccer Takes (feat. Andrew Wiebe) | 30 Mar 2026 | 01:12:07 | |
We have a conversation with Andrew (Andy) Wiebe to get his take on the Loons worst moments of the decade. We'll get you ready for the upcoming away game in LA after the guys had off this last week for spring break. And we'll check in on the Canadian National team and their newly announced partnership that may satisfy your sweet tooth.
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| 103: A Back Five - A Back Four = One Point | 22 Mar 2026 | 00:47:58 | |
It's another instant reaction recap, this time as we found a point against F Seattle. We'll give you the league update on what the short 2027 season will look like. And we'll introduce you to our new assistant coaches that have a lot of head coaching experience.
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| 102: Whipped by the Whitecaps on a Sunday Afternoon | 16 Mar 2026 | 00:53:33 | |
We talk through our instant reaction to the worst loss in Loons history. We look ahead to the 2025 MLS Cup Playoff rematch against the hated Seattle Sounders in St. Paul. And we try to figure out if MLS thinks gambling is good, or if gambling is bad.
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| 101: Loons Out of Tune in Music City Matchup | 09 Mar 2026 | 00:56:33 | |
We take a look at those out of tune moments during the Loons loss in the Music City. We look ahead to another tough road test as the guys grab their passports and head into Canada. And we review the updated GAM totals released by the league this week that may have Khaled looking for a new job.
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| 100: It’s Wins and Friends that Warm Us (feat. Cameron Knowles) | 02 Mar 2026 | 01:23:11 | |
We have an interview with the head coach of our Minnesota United, Cameron Knowles. We'll dive deep into all the big moments from the Home Opening win against FC Cincinnati. And we'll brainstorm some ideas for a new back of jersey sponsor that sits just above the butt.
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| 99: Double Comeback, Road Point Earned | 23 Feb 2026 | 00:58:13 | |
We talk all about that draw in Austin that included not one, but two, one-goal comebacks. We get you ready for the home opener that's forecast to be played in mid-20 degree weather. And we'll dig into another GAM trade that the team made again, just by calling dibs.
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| 98: Let the 2026 Season Begin (feat. Jeff Rueter) | 16 Feb 2026 | 00:58:04 | |
We were joined by Jeff Rueter of The Guardian to review the offseason for our Loons and get ready for the season ahead. We'll do our first ever Minnesota United-only Golden Boot Draft. And we're taking a detailed look at the new Decade Kit and its lenticular stars.
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| Crosspost: Soccerwise 2026 MNUFC Season Preview | 13 Feb 2026 | 00:19:50 | |
It's a Bonus Crosspost for those that missed it! Dan and Matt of The Loony Bin Podcast join David Gass from Soccerwise for a Minnesota United 2026 Season preview where we discuss how James-manie hits the twin cities and more!
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| 97: James Rodriguez … Here We Go! | 09 Feb 2026 | 01:02:48 | |
We talk about the biggest signing in Minnesota United history, as James Rodriguez joins the Loons. We try to figure out how he'll fit into this team, for however long he is here. And we review the Loons first preseason game out West against Sporting Kansas City.
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| 96: Loons Players Rally to the Coachella Valley | 02 Feb 2026 | 00:42:12 | |
We check in on some recent roster news, not only for the first team, but for the Twoonies too. We discuss the recent article by Andy Greder of the Pioneer Press that highlights the challenges that the federal occupation of Minnesota is causing for both current and future players. We get you ready for the Loons' first game in 2 full months, even though this one won't count. And we catch up with the Independent Supporters Council and an end of year award they just announced.
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| 95: One Day at a Time (feat. Devin Padelford) | 26 Jan 2026 | 01:08:56 | |
We have an interview with Minnesota United homegrown defender Devin Padelford we think you'll enjoy. We have more roster updates as the team stays active ahead of their return trip to California. And we'll check in on both of our former coaches who've had harrowing experiences lately.
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| 94: Loons Plug Holes with Adi, Wolff & Knowles (feat. Cam Knowles) | 19 Jan 2026 | 00:49:39 | |
We're joined for a short interview with Cam Knowles that we got after the team's introductory press conference. We have other coaching and roster updates all throughout the organization. And we'll give you all the reasons we can think of to start to hate the Chicago Fire.
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| 93: Players Say Hello, Ramsay Says Hwyl Fawr (feat. Joe Lowery) | 12 Jan 2026 | 01:15:06 | |
We are joined by Joe Lowery, of Backheeled and Total Soccer Show fame, to discuss the offseason that was and the changes on their way. We dig into the most recent news that we'll have a new head coach on the touchline this year after yet another departure. And we take a look at the preseason schedule that has the team sleeping in hotels more than in their own beds the next six weeks.
BlueSky: @loonybinpodcast.bsky.social Dan Elias (@oyvey2you.bsky.social) Matt Leaf (@mnloonlet.bsky.social) Email: theloonybinpod@gmail.com Website: theloonybinpod.com Insta: instagram.com/theloonybinpod YouTube: youtube.com/@loonybinpodcast
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| 92: ’Tis the Season for Preseason & Ramsay Rumors | 05 Jan 2026 | 00:31:17 | |
We have our first Loon or Loonlet trivia of the year to see if Matt can get over the 60% line. We check in on some overseas Ramsay rumors that may impact who's on the Loons' touchline in 2026. And we end with a bedtime story for all the Loonlets out there.
BlueSky: @loonybinpodcast.bsky.social Dan Elias (@oyvey2you.bsky.social) Matt Leaf (@mnloonlet.bsky.social) Email: theloonybinpod@gmail.com Website: theloonybinpod.com Insta: instagram.com/theloonybinpod YouTube: youtube.com/@loonybinpodcast
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| 91: 2026 New Year’s ResoLOONtions & Lod is Finnished (feat. John Rynders) | 29 Dec 2025 | 01:10:59 | |
We're joined by the 2025 Loonlet of the Year, John Rynders, as we discuss our New Year's ResoLOONtions. We're saying goodbye to the Loon's all time leading goal-scorer, Robin Lod, who joins our future rival instead of staying with us. And I'll ask the guys how much money they're willing to spend for some super fancy Fort Lauderdale grass.
BlueSky: @loonybinpodcast.bsky.social Dan Elias (@oyvey2you.bsky.social) Matt Leaf (@mnloonlet.bsky.social) Email: theloonybinpod@gmail.com Website: theloonybinpod.com Insta: instagram.com/theloonybinpod YouTube: youtube.com/@loonybinpodcast
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| 90: Dayne Departs and Rips Out Our Hearts | 21 Dec 2025 | 01:01:49 | |
We talk about the earth-shattering news that dropped this week … the Loons Coachella schedule. We dig into the cataclysmic news that just crossed our feeds … that Matus Kmet is on his way back. And we'll probably talk about some other things that happened that may or may not be currently making us nauseous.
(3:45) Loon or Loonlet Trivia (9:30) Quick Hits (26:05) Dayne Departs (59:25) Loon Droppings
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BlueSky: @loonybinpodcast.bsky.social Dan Elias (@oyvey2you.bsky.social) Matt Leaf (@mnloonlet.bsky.social) Email: theloonybinpod@gmail.com Website: theloonybinpod.com Insta: instagram.com/theloonybinpod YouTube: youtube.com/@loonybinpodcast
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| 89: Time to Panic at the DiSCo | 15 Dec 2025 | 00:40:17 | |
We start to get our panic on as the lack of news about a Dayne St. Clair contract has us both in our feelings. We congratulate Shari Ballard even if we haven't been able to interview her ourselves. And we wonder if maybe it's time that FIFA just changes soccer to a game of quarters instead of halves.
(3:05) Loon or Loonlet Trivia (9:30) Quick Hits (23:30) Peter Stroud Talk (29:25) Dayne Panic (35:40) Loon Droppings
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BlueSky: @loonybinpodcast.bsky.social Dan Elias (@oyvey2you.bsky.social) Matt Leaf (@mnloonlet.bsky.social) Email: theloonybinpod@gmail.com Website: theloonybinpod.com Insta: instagram.com/theloonybinpod YouTube: youtube.com/@loonybinpodcast
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| 88: The 2025 Episode Most Likely to Have Awards | 08 Dec 2025 | 01:04:55 | |
We break down the World Cup draw and all the cringe that came with it. We let you know if we heard anything about Dayne's contract situation from the sources we don't have. And we'll give out our annual awards that are both straight-forward and a bit curved-backwards.
(7:10) Loon or Loonlet Trivia (12:00) MLS Cup Review (28:45) MNUFC Straight-Forward Awards (43:20) MNUFC Curved-Backwards Awards (59:10) Loon Droppings
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BlueSky: @loonybinpodcast.bsky.social Dan Elias (@oyvey2you.bsky.social) Matt Leaf (@mnloonlet.bsky.social) Email: theloonybinpod@gmail.com Website: theloonybinpod.com Insta: instagram.com/theloonybinpod YouTube: youtube.com/@loonybinpodcast | |||
| 87: 2025 was the Best of Times, it was the Worst of Times | 02 Dec 2025 | 00:59:44 | |
We review the best and worst moments of the 2025 season for our Loons. We discuss the end of year roster decisions and what they mean for 2026. And I ask Matt if violent conduct is still violent conduct when it's also friendly fire.
(5:00) Loon or Loonlet Trivia (12:40) End of Year Roster Decisions (28:25) Best and Worst Moments of 2025 (53:15) Loon Droppings
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BlueSky: @loonybinpodcast.bsky.social Dan Elias (@oyvey2you.bsky.social) Matt Leaf (@mnloonlet.bsky.social) Email: theloonybinpod@gmail.com Website: theloonybinpod.com Insta: instagram.com/theloonybinpod YouTube: youtube.com/@loonybinpodcast
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| 86: As 2026 Season Ends, We Hope You Watched With Friends | 26 Nov 2025 | 01:05:56 | |
We talk about the loss to San Diego that put an end to a mostly successful season. We start our planning early for next year's away travel. And we'll take a look at what a roster might look like for those extra cold weather games that are coming our way.
(6:20) Loon or Loonlet Trivia (12:00) Quick Hits (23:00) San Diego Review (51:35) 2026 Schedule Release (59:30) Loon Droppings
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BlueSky: @loonybinpodcast.bsky.social Dan Elias (@oyvey2you.bsky.social) Matt Leaf (@mnloonlet.bsky.social) Email: theloonybinpod@gmail.com Website: theloonybinpod.com Insta: instagram.com/theloonybinpod YouTube: youtube.com/@loonybinpodcast | |||
| 85: Time to Trip About the Calendar Flip? (feat. Wes Burdine) | 17 Nov 2025 | 01:23:00 | |
We're joined by Wes Burdine to break down what ended up being a very newsy week across MLS. We get you ready for the Western Conference Semifinal in San Diego that will AGAIN be played late on a Monday. And we'll take a peek at our holiday gift lists, wondering if anyone wrote down "mechanoreceptor" crocs.
(5:05) More Seattle Game 3 Review (13:00) MN Aurora Update (26:20) Midway/United Village/BlackHart Update (32:40) MLS Flips the Calendar (1:05:00) San Diego Western Conference Semi Preview (1:15:50) Loon Droppings
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BlueSky: @loonybinpodcast.bsky.social Dan Elias (@oyvey2you.bsky.social) Matt Leaf (@mnloonlet.bsky.social) Email: theloonybinpod@gmail.com Website: theloonybinpod.com Insta: instagram.com/theloonybinpod YouTube: youtube.com/@loonybinpodcast | |||
| 84: Loons Drown the Sounders in Cathartic Fashion | 10 Nov 2025 | 01:24:19 | |
We do everything we can to help you re-live that crazy and eventually AMAZING night at Allianz Field. We peak ahead to what lies around the corner for our Loons in the playoffs. And we'll brainstorm what someone should do with the NW corner of Snelling and University, after the CVS is inevitably is demolished.
(4:05) Loon or Loonlet Trivia (9:25) Quick Hits (17:40) Seattle Game 3 Review (1:19:50) Loon Droppings
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BlueSky: @loonybinpodcast.bsky.social Dan Elias (@oyvey2you.bsky.social) Matt Leaf (@mnloonlet.bsky.social) Email: theloonybinpod@gmail.com Website: theloonybinpod.com Insta: instagram.com/theloonybinpod YouTube: youtube.com/@loonybinpodcast
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| 83: Late Night Loss Sets Up Do or Die Game Three | 04 Nov 2025 | 00:57:39 | |
We get into everything that happened during that Game 2 loss late last night. We review the most recent release of the team's salary numbers including how much the new guys are making. And we discuss where one should and should not place their jacket when peeing at a urinal.
(8:20) Loon or Loonlet Trivia (14:00) Quick Hits (28:50) Seattle Game 2 Review (48:15) Seattle Game 3 Preview (52:20) Loon Droppings
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BlueSky: @loonybinpodcast.bsky.social Dan Elias (@oyvey2you.bsky.social) Matt Leaf (@mnloonlet.bsky.social) Email: theloonybinpod@gmail.com Website: theloonybinpod.com Insta: instagram.com/theloonybinpod YouTube: youtube.com/@loonybinpodcast
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