Portland Timbers Podcasts

In the final Talk Timbers of 2022, hosts Judah Newby and Jake Zivin give a send off to co-host Liam Ridgewell who moves on to become a Timbers assistant coach in 2023. The trio also sit down with Portland defender Zac McGraw to chat about his new contract extension, his path from the U.S. Military Academy to MLS, his growth as a player and looking forward to 2023. Finally, Talk Timbers gives a preview into the 2022 World Cup final between Argentina and France.

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Judah Newby and Liam Ridgewell discuss Portland's big offseason signing of Evander and what kind of impact he can have for the Timbers. The hosts also sit down for an exclusive interview with the Brazilian to talk about why he signed with the Timbers, his excitement in coming to the Rose City and his goals for helping the club succeed.

The show concludes with a discussion about the World Cup, the U.S. Men's National Team's performance there and Ridgewell's excitement for England.

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In the last show before the Thanksgiving break, Judah Newby and Jake Zivin congratulate their co-host Liam Ridgewell on his new position as a Timbers assistant coach. 

Timbers assistant coach and USMNT legend Carlos Llamosa also joins the program to talk about his experiences playing in the 2002 World Cup in South Korea.

 

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Timbers broadcast announcer Jake Zivin is along for the ride in DC, following the Thorns on their quest for a third NWSL Championship title. 

Zivin interviews the players at NWSL Media Day and asked for their thoughts ahead of Saturday's climactic final against the Kansas City Current at Audi Field. 

Interviewees, in order: Bella Bixby, Abby Smith, Christine Sinclair, Natalie Beckman, Emily Menges, Morgan Weaver, Taylor Porter, Sam Coffey, Janine Beckie, Hannah Betfort, Becky Sauerbrunn, and Yazmeen Ryan.

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Judah Newby and Jake Zivin dedicate this week's episode to the Portland Thorns, who are heading to Audi Field in DC for the 2022 NWSL Championship on Saturday, October 29 in search of a third star above the crest.

The hosts discuss the thrilling, raucous Sunday semifinal win over San Diego Wave FC, the excitement around the Thorns roster, and invite veteran defender Meghan Klingenberg to preview the biggest game of the season. 

Listener warning: language. 

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Talk Timbers hosts Judah Newby, Jake Zivin, and Liam Ridgewell preview the critical showdown against LAFC this Sunday afternoon at Providence Park—the Timbers' final regular-season home game with huge MLS playoff implications. They invite ESPN's lead commentator Jon Champion to the conversation, asking for his thoughts ahead of the nationally-televised game and what's going on with LAFC's Gareth Bale. 

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Jake Zivin and Joe Slevin reflect on the TImbers' recent winning streak as the playoffs approach, the upcoming home game against Minnesota United, and call on special guest Liam Ridgewell to take us behind the scenes during the Austin FC weather delay. (Nachos were scarce.) 

Timbers star midfielder Sebastián Blanco then joins the show to talk about how the Timbers are getting it done: "Sometimes, you know, it's more about playing nice, playing [with] beauty. Everybody loves that. We love to [do that]. But sometimes, you just have to play well and... help the team in every moment."

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Jake Zivin and Joe Slevin know how much is on the line for the Timbers in Friday's game against the Seattle Sounders at Providence Park, and break down the Western Conference playoff picture. 

They then talk to President of Soccer/GM Gavin Wilkinson, who gets candid about his disappointment in the team's performances during the losses at Toronto and Kansas City, work ethic, the evolution of the rivalry with Seattle, and his thoughts about the Sounders' fanbase.

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An all-around good time as Judah Newby and Jake Zivin grapple with what, exactly, happened in Toronto and highlight some promising things they saw on the field during the Timbers' 3-1 loss.

Looking ahead to the Timbers' crucial road game in the Heartland (Sunday, Aug 21, 4:30pm PT), Jake and Judah chat with Nate Bukaty, commentator for Sporting Kansas City. Nate breaks down the SKC's newly-discovered attacking chemistry and also some lingering weak points in defense (SKC blew a 3-1 lead against Austin FC last week). 

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Talk Timbers is back with Judah Newby, Jake Zivin and Liam Ridgewell. They joke about the staff game that Ridgewell played in, take a look at the Timbers 1-1 draw with Dallas while also previewing the Timbers upcoming match against Toronto FC. Defender Bill Tuiloma is also interviewed about the upcoming match and how the team is preparing to face them and their key midseason additions.

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Judah Newby, Jake Zivin and Liam Ridgewell discuss the Timbers come-from-behind win last weekend over San Jose including the key second-half goals as well as the strong play of goalkeeper Aljaz Ivacic. Portland also made an important U22 Initiative signing this week with defender Juan David Mosquera that the group chats about. We look to this Saturday as Portland prepares to face Minnesota United FC on the road in an increasingly tightly packed Western Conference. Finally, Loons play-by-play broadcaster Callum Williams also joins the group to give perspective on Minnesota.

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Hosts Judah Newby, Jake Zivin and Liam Ridgewell discuss the Portland Timbers' recent draw against Vancouver, Portland's upcoming clash with the San Jose Earthquakes, the team's unique streak of five straight games converting a penalty and we also hear from forward Jaroslaw Niezgoda about his recent strong run of form.

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With Judah Newby out for health and safety protocols and unavailable for selection, hosts Jake Zivin and Liam Ridgewell give some big picture takeaways from the Timbers' important 3-0 rivalry win over the Sounders in Seattle. We also get an in-depth preview into Portland's next Cascadia rivalry match coming up Sunday against Vancouver Whitecaps FC at Providence Park

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Judah Newby, Jake Zivin and Liam Ridgewell recap the Timbers' draw against Nashville and the group also looks ahead to the big Cascadia rivalry match Saturday against Seattle. We also hear from FOX soccer broadcaster John Strong as he shares some of his favorite memories of Timbers-Sounders battles.

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Hosts Jake Zivin, Liam Ridgewell and Joe Sleven take a look at the Timbers draw last week against the LA Galaxy and preview Saturday's game at Providence Park against the Colorado Rapids. Timbers2 head coach Shannon Murray also joins the show to discuss his team's season so far, the development of players and the team's recent victory over Houston Dynamo 2.

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Talk Timbers returns from the international break as hosts Judah Newby and Jake Zivin discuss the Timbers difficult first 15 games of the season and how they'll need to come out strong in the de facto second half of the season. We also hear from Timbers midfielder Marvin Loría about what he's been up to during the break. Newby and Zivin also discuss the big MLS and Apple broadcast deal and soccer analyst Joe Sleven joins to preview Portland's upcoming game with the LA Galaxy.

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Talk Timbers returns with hosts Judah Newby, Jake Zivin and Liam Ridgewell catching up around the Timbers' record-setting win over SKC as well as the two more recent losses to San Jose and Philadelphia and discuss where that places the team in the season. The group also goes in-depth on Portland's trip to Florida to face Inter Miami in their last game before the international break.

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Hosts Judah Newby, Jake Zivin and Liam Ridgewell discuss the team's recent long road trip for MLS and U.S. Open Cup matches and the play of Santiago Moreno and David Bingham in those games. We also hear from Timbers head coach Giovanni Savarese, check in on headlines around the league, and a preview of Portland's upcoming home match against Sporting KC.

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On this episode of Talk Timbers, hosts Judah Newby, Jake Zivin and Joe Sleven discuss the Timbers' loss to Colorado, have a look back at the amazing PTFC for Peace charity match for UNICEF USA, preview Portland's upcoming game against the New York Red Bulls and chat with MLSsoccer.com's Tom Bogert.

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In this latest episode of Talk Timbers, hosts Judah Newby, Jake Zivin and Liam Ridgewell welcome Timbers President of Soccer Gavin Wilkinson to discuss the the Timbers U15 Academy team's inspiring win in the 2022 Generation adidas Cup final in Texas and what it means to the club as well as share information about the PTFC for Peace charity match with both Timbers and Thorns players. Wilkinson is also interviewed about how the Timbers season has gone to date and potential signings on the horizon. Finally, Judah, Jake and Liam recap the Timbers' 0-0 draw with Houston and preview the upcoming home match against Real Salt Lake.

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In the latest episode of Talk Timbers, hosts Judah Newby, Jake Zivin and Liam Ridgewell discuss the team's big victory over Vancouver, preview their upcoming match with the Houston Dynamo and the challenges the team faces in what has been a difficult state for them to play in. We also learn more about the unique Timbers and Thorns PTFC for Peace charity match benefiting Unicef and Ukraine relief as well as hear from head coach Giovanni Savarese.

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In this episode of Talk Timbers, host Judah Newby, Jake Zivin and Liam Ridgewell discuss the upcoming Cascadia rivalry match with the Vancouver Whitecaps, the recent World Cup draw and the U.S. and England ending up in the same group plus we hear from Timbers2 head coach Shannon Murray about the start of his team's MLS NEXT Pro season.

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Hosts Judah Newby, Jake Zivin and Liam Ridgewell discuss the Timbers' comeback draw against Orlando City, U.S. Soccer's campaign to qualify for the World Cup and we hear from FS1's John Strong ahead of Portland's home match Sunday against the LA Galaxy.

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Hosts Judah Newby, Jake Zivin and Liam Ridgewell discuss the team's recent loss to FC Dallas as well as look ahead to hosting Orlando City SC. We also hear from Timbers midfielder Diego Chara.

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Judah Newby, Jake Zivin and Liam Ridgewell chat about the win over Austin and how the team now prepares for FC Dallas on the road. The group also hears from former Timbers Academy player and current Dallas defender Marco Farfan about his time in the Lone Star State.

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In the latest episode of Talk Timbers, hosts Judah Newby, Jake Zivin and Liam Ridgewell take a look back at the draw against LAFC and another bicycle kick goal from Yimmi Chara, look ahead to the Timbers' next opponent in red-hot Austin FC plus welcome Portland defender Bill Tuiloma to chat about the start of the season.

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On this week's edition of Talk Timbers, hosts Judah Newby, Jake Zivin and Liam Ridgewell discuss the team's 2-2 season-opening draw with the New England Revolution, the play of Yimmi Chara and his incredible bicycle kick goal as well as chat with soccer broadcaster Max Bretos for a look inside LAFC ahead of the two teams' upcoming match this weekend.

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On the latest Talk Timbers, hosts Judah Newby, Jake Zivin and Liam Ridgewell talk about the start of the 2022 MLS regular season with this weekend's home opener against New England. The group also talks to Timbers head coach Giovanni Savarese to preview the season and talk about facing the Revolution.

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Talk Timbers gathers hosts Judah Newby, Jake Zivin and Joe Sleven to discuss the Timbers upcoming preseason tournament at Providence Park with Minnesota United FC, Real Salt Lake and Norway's Viking FK. They also chat with MLSsoccer.com's Matt Doyle about the approaching MLS regular season.

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Retired Thorns midfielder Angela Salem, in her own words, shares her journey from her soccer origins in learning the game and early influences to her path from high school to college to a pro career that spanned 12 years and the WPS, WPSL Elite, Finland, Australia and the NWSL. Salem also talks bout her experience with Portland, Providence Park and the fans as she now heads into to her retirement.

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Hosts Judah Newby, Jake Zivin and Liam Ridgewell check in with Timbers defender Zac McGraw about the preseason experience in Arizona plus soccer broadcaster Ross Smith stops by to talk about the Canada win over U.S. Soccer. The group also talks about the upcoming preseason tournament at Providence Park and the start of the 2022 MLS regular season.

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Hosts Judah Newby, Liam Ridgewell and Jake Zivin talk about the Timbers preseason with Zivin checking in from Tucson, Arizona. They talk about the transfer of Diego Valeri and also chat with goalkeeper Jeff Attinella about his retirement from soccer.

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Judah Newby and Jake Zivin are joined by Timbers alum and soccer analyst Liam Ridgewell to discuss the opening of Portland's MLS preseason and the group also hears from recently re-signed Timbers goalkeeper Aljaz Ivacic about his trip home to Slovenia in the offseason, the start of preseason, his battle for the starting position and how he got the nickname, "Jazzy."

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Hosts Judah Newby and Joe Sleven talk about Timbers preseason coming up quick off the short offseason, news from around the league and they chat with Portland's MLS SuperDraft first round selection Justin Rasmussen about his excitement in being drafted by the Timbers.

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In the first Talk Timbers of 2022, hosts Judah Newby and Jake Zivin discuss the upcoming Portland MLS campaign. They also chat with journalist Sam Stejskal of The Athletic about the Timbers as well as transfer news from around the league and more.

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