Bavarian Podcast Works

Bayern Munich is back in action this week and a tough slate of games lies ahead. Before we tackle all of that, though, there is much to unpack from Germany’s international break and the explosive performance from Uli Hoeneß on SPORT1-Doppelpass over the weekend. Let’s get into all of that more on this edition of the Bavarian Podcast Works Show! This is what we have on tap: Let’s talk about the goo...

Wow…Germany was on the ropes vs. Northern Ireland, but a strong second half effort helped Julian Nagelsmann’s team pull away for a 3-1 victory. It was ugly at times and desperate at others, but this was somehow a must win match for a squad that was absolutely reeling after getting stomped out by Slovakia earlier in the week. The Germans absolutely needed this victory and it could have been disastr...

Bayern Munich is on break and the German national team got off to a bad start in this round of World Cup qualifiers. Let’s dive into all of that!  This is what we have on tap for this episode of the Bavarian Podcast Works — Weekend Warm-up Show:  Thomas Müller was back at Bayern Munich this week (already!?) Is Germany heading down a bad road after another painful loss?  Can Julian N...

The German national team hit the road to face Slovakia, looking to get off on the right foot for this round of World Cup qualifier action.  That did not happen.  Julian Nagelsmann — as he is prone to do — did some experimenting with his lineup and it did not work as the team dropped a 2-0 decision. The players were bad, the coaching was not great, and it was not a banner effort overall.&...

Bayern Munich’s summer transfer window is over, but the assessments can now finally begin. There were big acquisitions, important sales, and devastating misses. This transfer window pretty much had it all, so let’s break it down. The fine folks at @iMiaSanMia compiled a list of the incoming and outgoing transfers: I𝗻𝗰𝗼𝗺𝗶𝗻𝗴𝘀: Luis Díaz (€70m), Liverpool - 8.00/10.00 Jonathan Tah (€2m), Bayer Leverk...

Germany will be starting their World Cup Qualifying campaign this week with matches against Slovakia and Northern Ireland. Julian Nagelsmann’s side will be eager to right their wrongs after failing to win the Nations League title on home soil in Munich. Join Jack Laushway and Michael Scott as they break down the 23-man roster, a potential starting lineup, as well as Germany’s prospects in this gro...

Matchday 2 delivered — and it almost feels cruel that we now have to wait two weeks for Bundesliga action. In this episode of the Bundesliga Rundown, Marcus covers: Why Hamburger SV never matched Bayern Munich’s success What makes St. Pauli the most unique club in German football The thrilling 3-3 draw between Werder Bremen and Bayer Leverkusen Why Bayer Leverkusen sacked Erik ten Hag in a histori...

Bayern Munich’s transfer window has been wild and the team has some, well, gaps. How can things all come together? Let’s explore what has been happening, where things might be going, and why not everything has looked great so far on this edition of the Bavarian Podcast Works Show: Fans are frustrated, but it is not time to panic. There are reasons for the issues we are seeing. How does Bayern Muni...

Amid all of the transfer craziness surrounding Bayern Munich’s work with Chelsea over a loan deal for Nicolas Jackson, there was an actual game to be played — and Bayern Munich was up to the task even if a slow start and a midgame loss of focus might have given Die Fuggerstädter some hope. Let’s get into Bayern Munich’s 3-2 victory over FC Augsburg on this edition of the Bavarian Podcast Works — P...

Bayern Munich is off to a solid start, but the transfer market has been hard on the Bavarians (despite some quality acquisitions and sales). Let dive right into the hottest topics on this edition of the Bavarian Podcast Works — Weekend Warm-up Show: Bayern munich whiffed on VfB Stuttgart’s Nick Woltemade this summer and now the attacker is headed to Newcastle United. What does this mean for Bayern...

Bayern Munich was the first team out of the pot in the Champions League draw and has a heck of a slate of opponents. Clearly, the Champions League season is gong to be a challenge, but Bayern Munich looks equipped to handle what should be a very rigorous draw: Chelsea (H) PSG (A) Brugge (H) Arsenal (A) Sporting CP (H) PSV (A) Union SG (H) Pafos (A) We’ll talk about the match-ups, what to watch for...

Welcome to Bavarian Podcast Works — Edges and Underdogs, a BuLi Action Show! This is not your run-of-the-mill gambling show as we are putting more focus on the ins-and-outs of the actual match day’s showdowns, rather than an odds-driven format (but yes, you will get the odds as well). This podcast is for people who watch the Bundesliga intently and who want to dive into some of the big games for e...

Bayern Munich will hit the road to face off with its old striker — and academy product — Sandro Wagner. Wagner is now the coach at FC Augsburg and got his team off to a good start in the Bundesliga with a big win over SC Freiburg. Now, though, the stakes are higher as Bayern Munich will roll into town for what should be a major test for Die Fuggerstädter. Let’s get into it, this is what we have on...

Bayern Munich traveled to Frankfurt to take on SV Wehen Wiesbaden in the DFB-Pokal. The home side was game and did give Bayern Munich a battle. Sure, the Bavarians were deeper, quicker, stronger, and better, but the 3.Liga side was not going to go down easy in what was an entertaining match. Bayern Munich ultimately won 3-2. Let’s dive into it, this is what we have on tap for episode of the Bavari...

Former Bayern Munich boss Julian Nagelsmann made his selections for the 23-man roster he will use to face Slovakia and Northern Ireland in Germany’s upcoming World Cup qualifiers. Certainly, there were some surprises and some other interesting choices, so let’s talk about all of that and more. Let’s get into it, this is what we have on tap for this Special Edition of Bavarian Podcast Works: ...

Bayern Munich is traveling to…“somewhere near Frankfurt” per head coach Vincent Kompany to take on SV Wehen Wiesbaden in the DFB-Pokal. The Bavarians are riding high after taking down RB Leipzig 6-0 in the Bundesliga and will face the current 6th place team in 3. Liga. SV Wehen Wiesbaden is 1-1-1, featured a couple of ex-Bayern Munich academy products, and is not exactly a push over. Let’s dive in...

No more Club World Cup distractions — the Bundesliga 2025/26 season is finally back! If you're new to the Bundesliga Rundown series, the premise is simple: Marcus Iredahl breaks down every matchday with a sharp eye for tactics, goals, and game-changing moments — but he also dives deep into the social and historical fabric of every Bundesliga club. In the first episode of the new season, Marcus cov...

Bayern Munich got off to a red-hot start this season and we are thrilled with the early returns. With the end of the transfer window coming up, there is still much to discuss, so let’s not waste any more time. This is what we have on tap for this edition of the Bavarian Podcast Works — Flagship Show: It’s not quite the morning after, but let’s talk about Bayern Munich’s massive 6-0 win over RB Lei...

Bayern Munich and RB Leipzig locked horns for what was anticipated as a clash of titans to raise the curtain for the forthcoming Bundesliga season, but what followed was a massacre of Biblical proportions. Bayern had looked shaky in their last few outings, and Leipzig had a lot to prove after some big changes in the team, which meant that both teams, while possessing some massive talents, had chip...

Welcome to Bavarian Podcast Works — Edges and Underdogs, a BuLi Action Show! This is not your run-of-the-mill gambling show as we are putting more focus on the ins-and-outs of the actual match day’s showdowns, rather than an odds-driven format (but yes, you will get the odds as well). This podcast is for people who watch the Bundesliga intently and who want to dive into some of the big games for e...

Bayern Munich is sputtering toward the finish line of this transfer window, but at least games are starting…right? Right? Yes, it is time to get excited for the season, but this week represented more bad news when it comes to the state of the club…off the field. Let’s explore how the team can look so good, but the club’s front office and operations might be in trouble. This is what we have on tap...

Bayern Munich will kick off its Bundesliga season against RB Leipzig in what should be a fun start to the league season. The Bavarians are seeking to defend their status as reigning champions, while RB Leipzig is going to look to build a great base of talent into a cohesive team — something that has not always proven to be the easiest task in East Germany. Let’s get down to it — this is what we ha...

Bayern Munich kicked off its season with a win over VfB Stuttgart in the Franz Beckenbauer Supercup,which gave fans some insight on where things stand ahead of the Bundesliga, DFB-Pokal, and the Champions League. Should fans be excited…or worried. Let’s talk about it on this edition of the Bavarian Podcast Works Show! This is what we have on tap: What’s working at Bayern Munich? What needs to be f...

Bayern Munich and VfB Stuttgart hooked up for an extremely entertaining match in the Franz Beckenbauer Supercup (formerly the DFL-Supercup), which reminded fans of why we are all here in the first place. Bayern Munich would go on to win 2-1 thanks to some heroics from Manuel Neuer. While it still might be early in the season, the boys from both Bayern Munich and VfB Stuttgart were flying around as...

Bayern Munich has been busy this week on and off the field as it prepares for the Franz Beckenbauer Supercup. Let’s breakdown the latest and great news from a crazy week on this edition of the Bavarian Podcast Works Weekend Warm-up Show. This is what we have on tap: Some final thoughts on the Franz Beckenbauer Supercup as we steamroll toward the match, including the expected absence of Alexander N...