Alexi Lalas’ State of the Union Podcast

Latest Episodes:

Lewandowski’s Move to Barcelona + LA Galaxy’s MLS Cup Playoffs Struggles Jul 19, 2022

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Alexi and Mosse kick off the podcast with a look at the LA Galaxy and their struggles to stay above the MLS Cup Playoff line (8:03). Then we recap all of the news stories around the MLS including, Bale's LAFC Debut, the Hell is Real Derby and Phil Neville's Barcelona match comments. Later, we break down Lewandowski's move to Barcelona and why it could create two interesting title races in La Liga and the Bundesliga (34:25). Later we answer your questions about dark horses at the 2022 FIFA World Cup, what an EPL draft would look like, and why Alexi thinks White Claws are great in #AskAlexi (48:40). Finally, we end the show with a preview of Thursday's big interview with USMNT coach Greg Berhalter, also Mosse gives us his picks for the best dishes at Bestia in our One for the Road segment (1:02:55).

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Interview with Hootie and the Blowfish’s Jim ‘Soni’ Sonefeld Jul 14, 2022

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Hootie and the Blowfish drummer Jim ‘Soni’ Sonefeld joins the State of the Union Podcast to talk about his new book ‘Swimming with the Blowfish: Hootie, Healing, and One Hell of a Ride’ as well as his new EP ‘Remember Tomorrow’, his journey as a musician and why he named a chapter of his book after Alexi Lalas.

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Wayne Rooney is Returning to MLS... As a Manager? Jul 12, 2022

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Alexi and Mosse kick off the podcast with a big congratulations to the USWNT for qualifying to the 2023 Women’s World Cup (3:57). Then we take a look at Wayne Rooney’s potential return to DC United as a manager, El Trafico vs. Cascadia Cup, and recap some transfer news updates in MLS. Later, the guys breakdown all the transfers in Europe, look at Tyler Adam’s move to Leeds and preview the Copa Libertadores Quarter-finals (33:17). We answered your #AskALexi questions about a CONCACAF and COMNEBOL Nations League merger, new injury rules in MLS Next Pro league, and answer a fans message where he calls out Mosse’s movie trailer take (49:11). Finally, Alexi ends the show with his thoughts on Top Gun: Maverick (1:01:20).

What We’ve Been Watching:

Mosse’s Picks: Better Call Saul, Mind Over Murder

Alexi’s Picks: Red Wings vs. Avalanche, Top Gun: Maverick

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USA’s U-20 National Team Qualifies for the 2024 Olympics Jul 05, 2022

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Alexi Lalas and David Mosse kick off the podcast with a big celebration of the USA’s U-20 national team qualifying to the Olympics, what youth players they are excited about, and breakdown how Mexico crashed out of the tournament (5:00). Later we cover Ronaldo wanting out of Manchester United, Neymar’s contract extension at PSG, and Zack Steffen’s move to a lower division (23:25). We answered your questions about Copa Libertadores, if Canadian teams should leave MLS, and looked at the CFB Big Ten Super League in #AskAlexi (47:10). Finally, Alexi ended the show with a special 4th of July message (1:07:50).

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Gareth Bale Joins LAFC: Is the Superstar ready for MLS? Jun 27, 2022

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Alexi Lalas and David Mosse kick off the podcast with LAFC’s landmark Gareth Bale deal, what that means for Carlos Vela, and how it will impact Bale ahead of the 2026 World Cup (11:30). Then the guys recap all of the MLS action including Philadelphia’s big win vs. NYCFC, and FC Cincinnati’s club record breaking 7th win, and end with a quick look at the U.S. Open Cup (30:15). Later, we cover all the transfer rumors in Europe and Mosse gives us a great preview of Copa Libertadores (45:30). We answered your questions about the USWNT, why FIFA ranks USA lower than Mexico, and USA’s chances at winning the CONCACAF U-20 Tournament in #AskAlexi (1:02:10). Finally, Alexi ends the show with his One for the Road about the summer break we’re in now that the World Cup has moved to November (1:23:30)

What We’ve Been Watching:

Mosse’s Picks: Jurassic Park, Jurassic World Dominion (He did not like it)

Alexi’s Picks: Menudo: Forever Young, The Card Counter, Lucy, Bears

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2026 FIFA World Cup Venue Reactions: Who’s Going to Host the Final? Jun 21, 2022

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Alexi Lalas and David Mosse Kick off the podcast with a look at the USMNT game vs. El Salvador and take a deep dive of where this leaves the national team ahead of Qatar (5:00). Then we look at how Costa Rica qualified to the 2022 World Cup and why we’re happy to see another CONCACAF team in the tournament (25:40). Later we breakdown England’s historic loss against Hungary and the rest of the action in the UEFA Nations League (29:00). We also covered Mane’s move to Bayern, Pogba’s return to Juve, and the rest of the transfers in Europe (35:40). The guys answered your questions about 2026 World Cup venues, MLS’s Apple TV deal, and if the 1994 USA denim jerseys are ever coming back in #AskAlexi (42:56). Finally Alexi ends the show with his One for the Road about his travels to Zurich Switzerland and the FIFA Next 90 program (1:17:00).

What We’ve Been Watching:

Mosse’s Picks: Severance, Peaky Blinders, The Offer, Serpico, Dog Day Afternoon, The French Connection, The Godfather

Alexi’s Picks: Bad Words, This is Where I Leave You

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Are England’s Nations League Struggles Good News for the USMNT? Jun 14, 2022

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Alexi Lalas and David Mosse kick off the podcast with a look at USMNT’s game vs. Grenada, Jesus Ferreira’s incredible form, and what we can expect from the upcoming match vs. El Salvador (7:01). Later, we breakdown the UEFA Nations League, France’s struggles, and why England is underperforming under Southgate (29:09). Then we take a look at the transfers in Europe and PSG parting ways with Pochettino. Later we answered your questions about what id you could trade national team players, Chile’s legal battle vs. Ecuador, Australia vs. Peru, and our favorite soccer playing conditions in #AskAlexi (51:38). Finally, Alexi Lalas ends the show with a look at 2026 World Cup venues (1:13:38).

What We’ve Been Watching:

Mosee’s Picks: Peaky Blinders, Top Gun: Maverick

Alexi’s Picks: Hustle, Gladbeck, 10

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USMNT’s World Cup Group is Set: What can we expect from Gareth Bale and Wales? Jun 07, 2022

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Alexi and Mosse kick off the podcast with a breakdown of the USMNT game vs. Uruguay, what Wales qualifying to the World Cup means for the USA, and take a look at Canada’s compensation issues (8:20). Later we take a deep dive into the UEFA Nations League including, Hungary upsetting England, Portugal’s coaching issues, and why some teams aren’t taking the competition seriously enough (53:45). We answered your questions about the summer transfer window, Neymar’s Finalissima comments, and Catarina Macario’s injury in #AskAlexi (1:13:00). Finally, we end the show with Alexi’s One for the Road about baseball and Mosse’s appearance on FOX Bet Live (1:34:20).

What We’ve Been Watching:

Mosse’s Picks: We Own This City, Severance, The Wire

Alexi’s Picks: Ricky Gervais: SuperNature, George Carlin’s American Dream

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USMNT vs. Morocco Reaction + Messi's Masterclass vs. Italy Jun 03, 2022

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Alexi Lalas and David Mosse kick off the podcast with a look at the USMNT game vs. Morroco, why Brenden Aaronson is quickly becoming a locked in starter, and breakdown who impressed them the most. Later the guys give their thoughts on Messi’s incredible performance vs. Italy in the 2022 Finalissima.

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Real Madrid win UCL, USMNT Striker Depth Chart, Liga MX Final, Copa Libertadores May 31, 2022

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Alexi Lalas and David Mosse kick off the podcast with a look at all the MLS action this week, including LA Galaxy’s return to form and answer why names on MLS jerseys are getting harder to look at for broadcasters (10:02). Then, we dive into the upcoming USMNT friendlies vs. Morocco and Uruguay as well as look at the striker depth chart of the USMNT. Later, we take a look at Real Madrid’s big win vs. Liverpool in the UEFA Champions League Final (47:20). Alexi congratulates Mourinho’s Roma win at the UEFA Conference League, Mosse gives us a breakdown of Copa Libertadores, UEFA Nations League and the Finalissima. Alexi answered your questions about Christian Pulisic leaving the Premier League, U.S. Open Cup, and why the Mexican National team has struggled lately in #AskAlexi (1:21:10). Finally, Alexi ends the show with a special Memorial Day message to all the American military members (1:45:00).

What We’ve Been Watching:

Mosse’s Picks: Downton Abbey: A New Era, George Carlin’s American Dream

Alexi’s Picks: Top Gun: Maverick, We Own This City, The Staircase, The Thing About Pam

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