BFFR with Sydney Leroux & Ali Riley

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Latest Episodes:

Weddings, Regrets & Why the Name STAYS Jun 23, 2025

Ali had a wedding. Syd had a divorce. And neither of them is changing their last name on the back of a jersey—ever. This week, the girls go all in on wedding season: the trends they love, the ones that need to die, and everything that went wrong at Ali’s big day (without her even knowing 😅). They also reveal the moments that made them say BFFR this week—from tech-challenged dads to nearly fighting parents at youth soccer games—and wrap it all up by answering your questions and voicemails.

Got a question? A confession? A BFFR moment? Leave us a voicemail at 833-898-2337 — we might just put you on blast.

Olympic Hookups, Gold Medals & the Jim Carrey Confession Jun 16, 2025

Olympic hookups?? Oh, we went there. This week, Ali and Syd get real about the Olympic Village—yes, the rumors are true—and one of them may or may not have had a hookup. 👀 Syd looks back on scoring her first Olympic goal and winning gold at just 22, and Ali shares her favorite memories repping New Zealand. They also unpack LA 2028 traffic nightmares and why the Village is basically one big dorm with condoms. Stay tuned until the very end to hear Syd confess her undying love for... Jim Carrey.

Got a question? A confession? A BFFR moment? Leave us a voicemail at 833-898-2337 — we might just put you on blast.

New episodes of BFFR with Sydney & Ali drop every Monday. Subscribe on YouTube, follow wherever you get your podcasts, and stalk us @BFFRshow on all socials. (⁠https://www.bffrshow.com/⁠).

BFFR About Mental Health Jun 09, 2025

Sometimes we all need a little help! On the latest episode of BFFR with Sydney Leroux and Ali Riley, our hosts talk about mental health, the NWSL’s new mental leave program, and asking for help when you need it.

Sydney and Ali also talk clap backs to sassy social media comments, girl math, athleisure wear, what age is appropriate for dating and whether or not Sydney’s kids will be attending any sleepovers.

New episodes of BFFR with Sydney and Ali drop every Monday. Subscribe to the show on YouTube and follow on all your favorite podcast platforms. For bonus content and to send your mailbag questions in to the show, follow on all social media platforms @BFFRShow. (https://www.bffrshow.com/).

Becky Sauerbrunn on Resiliency, Pregnancy, and Romantasy Jun 02, 2025

Becky Sauerbrunn may have retired from the field, but she’s fresh on the air! On the latest episode of BFFR with Sydney Leroux and Ali Riley, our hosts are joined by the U.S. Women’s National Team’s former Captain America, Becky Sauerbrunn!

Becky talks about her recent pregnancy announcement, her post-retirement career in broadcasting, whether it’s time for Ali and Sydney to consider retiring, and shares her favorite memories of playing with (and against) Sydney.

Our hosts also share stories about Ali’s wedding thank you card journey, Sydney running out of gas on the freeway, and they even answer some fan questions from the BFFR hotline.

Julie Foudy on Motherhood, Affecting Change, and The Three Clap May 27, 2025

Julie Foudy is a soccer icon and also so for real! On the latest episode of BFFR with Sydney Leroux and Ali Riley, our hosts are joined by former U.S. Women’s National Team player, World Cup and Olympic gold medal winner, broadcaster, and Angel City F.C. investor Julie Foudy!

Julie shares her perspective on the incremental change over the years in women’s sports, the 99ers taking their World Cup celebration tour into their own hands, and her daughter leaving for college. Plus she’s talking about her work on Save: The Katie Meyer Story, a documentary she did with ESPN about Stamford college athlete Katie Meyer who took her own life in 2022. Our hosts also share updates on Savy King, Sydney’s calf injury, some Millennial trends, and answer a fan’s question from the BFFR hotline.

Coach Jackie is For Real About Women’s Sports May 19, 2025

Coach Jackie gets real with Ali! On the latest episode of BFFR with Sydney Leroux and Ali Riley, Ali is joined by Tik Tok sensation Coach Jackie to discuss her viral series, “Is She Gay, or Does She Coach Women’s Basketball?” The two discuss the current era of women’s sports, whether or not the word “women” should be included in things like the World Cup, and why Jackie is not longer answering the question “why should people watch women’s sports?”

The two chat about the women’s leagues Jackie doesn’t think are getting enough flowers, what it’s like to be a content creator who gets the attention of your sports heroes and Jackie rates Ali’s outfit! PLUS the two chat about the expanded 2031 Women’s World Cup, and answer a fan’s college question on the BFFR hotline.

Being For Real About Motherhood May 12, 2025

HAPPY MOTHER'S DAY! On the latest episode of BFFR with Sydney Leroux and Ali Riley, our hosts dive into the realities of motherhood, being an aunty, and the journey to becoming a mom.

Ali interviews Syd about her parenting style, what its been like being a professional athlete and a mom of two, and if she thinks PET MOMS are moms, too! Ali also shares more about her perspective on family planning and gives and update on her IVF journey. PLUS we get their W’s and L’s of the week and answer YOUR burning relationship questions on the BFFR hotline.

Syd and Ali Are Best Friends For Real May 05, 2025

Syd & Ali are best friends FOR REAL! On the latest episode of BFFR with Sydney Leroux and Ali Riley, our hosts are talking female friendships – both on and off the field.

Ali and Sydney share how women supporting women helps in every aspect of life - both as professional athletes and in their romantic relationships. Ali even shares how her friendship with Sydney SAVED her wedding day! PLUS we get their W’s and L’s of the week and answer YOUR burning questions on the BFFR hotline.

Facing It, Childhood Idols, and Soccer Mount Rushmore Apr 28, 2025

It’s finally here – the BFFR podcast! On the very first EVER episode of BFFR with Sydney Leroux and Ali Riley, our hosts are holding nothing back. They talk about how BFFR came to be, Sydney’s recent break from soccer, and how stoked she and Ali are to be back on the field together again.

Ali and Sydney dive into their childhood heroes, how the women’s game has changed over their lifetimes, and what the future holds for professional women’s soccer in the United States. PLUS they share their W’s and L’s of the week and answer YOUR burning questions on the BFFR hotline.

Introducing BFFR with Sydney Leroux & Ali Riley Apr 18, 2025

BFFR with Ali Riley & Sydney Leroux is a podcast for anyone who’s ever been called too much, too loud, too real, too emotional, too honest—Sydney and Ali have heard it all. But ‘too much’ is exactly the right amount. BFFR is where our hosts get to be unapologetically themselves—funny, bold, unfiltered—and finally saying out loud what they’ve been saying behind the scenes for years. If you’ve ever said, ‘I probably shouldn’t say this,’ don’t worry - they already did. Welcome to the chaos.

BFFR with Ali Riley & Sydney LeRoux launches April 28th. New episodes drop every Monday. Make sure you're following the show on YouTube, Apple Podcasts, Spotify, or wherever you get your podcasts. Follow us at @BFFRshow on all social platforms for bonus content.