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.

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.