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S2 E28 Jul 29, 2026

The Table Turns: Spirit on Top, Seattle Stuns San Diego & Sam Kerr Is Back

The NWSL table is moving, the contenders are getting tested, and apparently no lead is safe. This week on Laces Out Loud, we break down a wild weekend across the leagu...

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S2 E27 Jul 22, 2026

Building the Future: Can Soccer Academies Fix U.S. Development?

What will it take for the United States to develop the next generation of great soccer players? We are officially going down the academy-system rabbit hole—and this is...

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S2 E26 Jul 15, 2026

After the Boom: Can the World Cup Lift Women’s Soccer?

The World Cup may be winding down, but its impact on American soccer could be just beginning. This week, we ask what the tournament’s cultural momentum could mean for ...

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trailer Jul 15, 2026

We are Laces Out Loud

Welcome to Laces Out Loud, an NWSL and women’s soccer podcast for fans who love the game, fans who are just finding their way in, and anyone who believes the women’s g...

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S2 E25 Jul 08, 2026

World Cup Fever, NWSL Fireworks, and the Global Game’s Big Moment

This week on Laces Out Loud, we’re sweating through a brutal heat wave, watching cars spontaneously combust outside Audi Field, and asking what extreme summer conditio...

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S2 E24 Jul 01, 2026

From Women’s Cleats to World Cup Tech: How Soccer Is Getting Smarter

Laces Out Loud is officially expanding! In Episode 31, we celebrate the podcast’s move to Apple Podcasts, Pocket Casts, iHeartRadio, and more before diving into a pack...

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S2 E24 Jun 24, 2026

Coach Beard Was Right: Fix the Chants, Save the Vibes

The World Cup break continues, but the NWSL news cycle is refusing to rest. This week, Pamitha, Gurushabd, and Alli dig into Angel City’s chaotic week, the Ally Sentno...

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S2 E23 Jun 17, 2026

Numbers Don’t Lie: Is Kansas City Too Dependent on Chawinga?

The Laces Out Loud crew is back and digging into the numbers. This week, Pamitha, Gurushabd, and Alli break down whether the Kansas City Current can actually win witho...

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S2 E22 Jun 03, 2026

We’re Yelling Timber: A Laces Out Loud Field Trip

The Laces Out Loud crew is finally together in person for a special episode full of NWSL joy, chaos, and very loud opinions. After a sold-out Washington Spirit vs. Sea...

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S2 E21 May 27, 2026

CONCACAF Chaos, Hair Pulling Red Cards & Rowdy Audi Weekend

This week on Laces Out Loud, we’re breaking down a wild CONCACAF final, the Washington Spirit’s 5–3 thriller against Club América - remind us - who thinks women's socc...

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S2 E20 May 20, 2026

VAR on VAR: NWSL Ref Drama, BMO Vibes & Soccer for the People

This week on Laces Out Loud, Pamitha, Alli, and Gurushabd catch up on two weeks of NWSL action, starting with Gurushabd’s trip to Angel City at BMO Stadium, where the ...

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S2 E19 May 13, 2026

Episode 25 - This One's for Zuko

This week on Laces Out Loud, we open with a heartfelt tribute to Zuko, our beloved black cat and unofficial podcast supervisor, before diving back into the beautiful g...

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S2 E18 Apr 29, 2026

Episode 24 - NWSL Firsts, Spirit Firepower & the Legend of José the Coyote

Technical difficulties may have stolen our planned international players deep dive, but the NWSL gave us plenty to talk about. This week on Laces Out Loud, we recap a ...

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S2 E17 Apr 22, 2026

Episode 23 - NWSL Business Breakdown: Stadiums, Merch Fails & Fan Culture

We’re diving into the business of women’s soccer with special guest Evan—sports industry pro and occasional Washington Spirit supporter.From NWSL stadium strategy and ...

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S2 E16 Apr 15, 2026

Episode 22 - International Break Vibes & Raptors on the Pitch

Welcome back to Laces Out Loud — the international break edition.Fresh off the United States vs Japan women’s soccer match, we break down USWNT takeaways, from midfiel...

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S2 E15 Apr 08, 2026

Episode 21 - Chaos, Comebacks, and Calling Out the Hate

Welcome to Laces Out Loud — where a former Division III athlete, a reformed collegiate soccer hooligan, and a rec-league superstar break down all things NWSL.This week...

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S2 E14 Apr 01, 2026

Episode 20 - Denver Draws 63,004 and the NWSL Growth Story Gets Louder

Seattle said keep the wins coming, Denver said how about 63,004, and the NWSL said we are not waiting around for the spotlight. This week, we recap the latest results,...

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S2 E13 Mar 25, 2026

Episode 19 - Pump the Brakes, People: Early NWSL Storylines, New Rules & Chicago Shows Up

Two weeks into the 2026 NWSL season and…everyone relax.This week on Laces Out Loud, we talk early storylines—from Chicago making a statement to Angel City holding stro...

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S2 E12 Mar 18, 2026

Episode 18 - Opening Weekend, Record Deals, and Early Power Rankings

The NWSL is BACK—and it wasted no time delivering chaos, storylines, and big-time moments.This week on Laces Out Loud, we break down all the action from opening weeken...

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S2 E11 Mar 11, 2026

Episode 17 - The 2026 NWSL Season Preview: Predictions, Breakout Players, and Kits We Love

The 2026 NWSL season is almost here and the crew is ready to make some bold predictions that will almost certainly age terribly.This week on Laces Out Loud, we break d...