97.1 The Fan

Bone and Beam United

Two guys who love soccer, beer, and other things (but mostly soccer and beer) discuss everything in the world of soccer. From the biggest games in Champions League to absurdity of the transfer market and the inner workings of U.S. Soccer, if it involves the Beautiful Game, chances are Bone and Beam will talk about it.

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May 1, 2025

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Episodes

Episode 231 - Klopp out, Xabi in? 01.02.2024

Happy Soccer Podcast Day! It’s February, which means the Crew will be back in action this month (as hard as that is to believe)! The guys introduce a new idea that they plan to do on the podcast moving forward and we need your help on that. Next, they discuss the news of Jurgen Klopp announcing that he’ll be stepping down as Liverpool manager at the end of this season. Along with that, they chat a...

Episode 230 - Gio On The Move? 25.01.2024

Happy Soccer Podcast Day! On the show this week, Bone & Beam dive right into the soccer, starting with the potential move for Gio Reyna. Along with that, the guys discuss the future of the USMNT, including Reyna’s potential as a player, the Reyna-Berhalter feud, and more. Then they chat about Union Berlin’s Nenad Bjelica shoving Leroy Sane in the face in their last match. In addition to that, they...

Episode 229 - Say Goodbye To The Special One 18.01.2024

Happy Soccer Podcast Day! To open the show this week: Little William has earned his first shiner, the band Deftones, and bald eagles. Then the guys move onto the soccer, starting with a question from a listener asking the best way for a beginner to start watching soccer. Next, they take Neighbor Eric's Question of the Week: Where would you build a Crew/Soccer bar? After that, the guys discuss Roma...

Episode 228 - The French Connection 11.01.2024

Happy Soccer Podcast Day! To open the show this week: Beam needs some rest & Bone is reading more. Then they dive into the soccer, starting with Crew 2 head coach Laurent Courtois getting the head job with Montreal (10:05). Along with that, they discuss the Revolution signing Jonathan Mensah, reuniting him with Caleb Porter (13:25). Then, they take Neighbor Eric's Question of the Week (26:00).Next...

Episode 227 - My Girona 04.01.2024

Happy Soccer Podcast Day! On the first episode of the New Year, Bone & Beam recap their busy holiday seasons to open the show. Then, they discuss the Man United-Aston Villa from last week and Jadon Sancho's move to Borussia Dortmund (14:20). Next, they touch on Francisco Mendoza of the U15 Crew Academy Team reportedly being scouted by Borussia Dortmund & VfB Stuttgart (20:33). Along with that, the...

Episode 226 - Yes, Virginia, There Is A Brandon Beam 18.12.2023

This week on the show, Beam returns for a surprise reaction episode to the Columbus Crew winning MLS Cup. Beam talked about his day at the game, and how it felt being near the LAFC fans. The guys continued gloating about the fact that the Crew now possess three stars over their crest, and even answered Neighbor Eric's question about whether or not that would change the way Crew fans feel about the...

Episode 225 - Bone & Beam United CHAMPIONSHIP EDITION 13.12.2023

Happy MLS CUP CHAMPIONSHIP Podcast Day! On this week's show, Bone is joined by Austin Ward, as Beam is M.I.A. because he has been out celebrating since Saturday night. Bone & Austin discussed what the win meant for them as Crew fans and what it means for all Crew fans in general. They also talked about what is like for both of them to get tickets for the match and the atmosphere in the lead up to...

Episode 224 - A Love Letter To The Columbus Crew 06.12.2023

Happy Soccer Podcast Day! A short & sweet description for you on this one, as the guys recap the victory over Cincinnati and preview Saturday's MLS Cup Final against LAFC!

Episode 223 - Hell is Real: Eastern Conference Final Version 30.11.2023

Happy Soccer Podcast Day! On this week's show, Bone & Beam preview Saturday's Eastern Conference Final match between the Crew and Cincinnati and explain why all the pressure is on FC Cincinnati in this game. Along with that, they discussed the impact that Matt Miazga's suspension could have on the game. After that, the guys chatted about their favorite holiday beers and cocktails, before moving on...

Episode 222 - Heading Down To Orlando City 21.11.2023

Happy Soccer Podcast Day! Show Open - Different languages and internet wormholes. Then the guys preview the Eastern Conference Semifinals between the Crew and Orlando City. Next, they hit on the outrageous prices of next year's Crew vs Inter Miami tickets. They take Neighbor Eric's Question of the Week, before moving onto Copa America coming to the U.S. in 2024. Then, the guys discuss multiple inj...

Episode 221 - Atlanta's Down, Orlando City Awaits 16.11.2023

Happy Soccer Podcast Day! Show Open - Beam lives in the heart of Crew fans and what movie & album best describes the guys. They dive into the soccer discussion, starting with the Crew's first round victory over Atlanta, look ahead to Orlando City, and take Neighbor Eric's Question of the Week. Next, they chat about Emma Hayes being hired as the new USWNT head coach. Along with that, the guys talk...

Episode 220 - It's Onto Game Three 09.11.2023

Happy Soccer Podcast Day! It was a somber podcast for the guys this week, as Atlanta takes Game Two with a 4-2 win over the Crew. Bone & Beam recap everything from the loss and look ahead to Sunday's winner-take-all Game Three.

Episode 219 - Cucho The Great 02.11.2023

Happy Soccer Podcast Day! On this week’s show, the guys dive right in, discussing the Crew’s 2-0 win over Atlanta in Game One of the MLS Cup Playoffs. They talk about Cucho’s brilliant play, where Columbus can still play better, and more (1:17). The guys continue the conversation, giving praise to Wilfried Nancy for the job he's done this season (29:00). Next, they quickly hit on Neighbor Eric's Q...

Episode 218 - Weaponize The Ball Kids 26.10.2023

Happy Soccer Podcast Day! Show Open this week: Canadian Humor, Accents & Languages, and Tattoos. They dive into the soccer, previewing the new MLS playoff format and discuss why it exists (12:35). Plus, they look ahead to the matchup against Atlanta. Then, they discuss Jose Mourinho trying to game the system and why they're kinda in favor of it (30:30). The guys do a Champions League recap after t...

Episode 217 - One Game Remains (In The Regular Season) 19.10.2023

Happy Soccer Podcast Day! Our show open this week: Baby Beam is on the move but Beamer isn't prepared for it & Neighbor Eric is unaware of what a 49er is. The guys look ahead to the Crew's final regular season match this weekend against Montreal & the game's importance on the playoff race (10:19). Also, Bone is fired up for Inter Miami and Michael Bradley's failures (15:00). Beam is looking into c...

Episode 216 - Happy Save The Crew Anniversary 12.10.2023

Happy Soccer Podcast Day! The show open this week: Baby Beam is a handful (but a good one) & Bone has been very busy at the radio station. Then the guys discuss the five-year anniversary of the Crew being saved (6:05). They transition from that into Kevin Molino’s struggles this season and wonder why he continues to get playing time (17:37). After that, the guys talk about the draw against Atlanta...

Episode 215 - The Playoffs Are Near 06.10.2023

Happy Soccer Podcast Day! On the show this week, Bone & Beam open up with the Crew's big win at New England & break down the standings as the regular season nears an end. They transition into Miami's 4-1 loss against Chicago, as they're now up against it when it comes to making the postseason (12:30). Next, they discuss the major VAR screwup in the Liverpool-Tottenham match (20:45). The guys finis...

Episode 214 - Fire Fest 28.09.2023

Happy Soccer Podcast Day! On this week’s episode, the guys open with Beam telling the story of how his dad had quite the travel issues when Covid first hit in 2020. Then, the guys discuss Leo Messi missing Miami’s US Open Cup Final loss against Houston (7:45). Bone is also annoyed with Messi, Taylor Swift, among other things. Next, they hit on the Crew’s 3-0 win over Chicago, the team clinching a...

Episode 213 - Champions League Changes 21.09.2023

Happy Soccer Podcast Day! On the show this week, the guys open up talking music and some of the shows they've seen recently or plan to see soon. Then, they dive into the Crew's rough 4-3 loss at Orlando City. Next, they discuss the changes coming to the Champions League format. Finally, they close discussing Tottenham's strong start in the Premier League season.

Episode 212 - Trouble For Revs 14.09.2023

Happy Soccer Podcast Day! On this week's show, Bone & Beam begin talking about bands and music. Then, they get into the soccer, starting with Bruce Arena stepping down in New England and the fallout from that (11:05). The guys quickly preview Saturday's matchup between the Crew and Orlando (22:23). After that, they have some fun with LaLiga now sponsoring CPD Llanfairpwll FC (23:50). Then, they di...

Episode 211 - More Hardware For Messi? 07.09.2023

Happy Soccer Podcast Day! On this week's show Beam opened with talking about having a sick kid. Then the guys talked about the Crew getting their third win in four games since the break over Montreal. Bone talked about some emo bands he’s seeing this weekend, and then it was on to Ballon d’Or discussion – will it be Messi or Haaland who wins it this time? Then there was some discussion of Manchest...

Episode 210 - Boo Michael Bradley 31.08.2023

Happy Soccer Podcast Day! On this edition of Bone & Beam United, the guys begin with last night’s 2-0 Crew loss in Houston, discussing why they could see the loss coming ahead of time (4:28). They transition to the 2-0 win over Toronto from this past weekend, why Michael Bradley still deserves to be booed, and Diego Rossi’s performance (7:50). Next, the guys discuss the latest with the controversy...

Episode 209 - Special Guest Host: Pat Murphy 17.08.2023

Happy Soccer Podcast Day! On this week’s show, Bone is out on vacation, so Beam welcomes in guest-host Pat Murphy. Those two begin discussing their thoughts so far on Wilfried Nancy’s first season as head coach of the Crew, including roster management, losing Lucas Zelerayan, and more (2:27). Next, they chat about how quickly Diego Rossi will be able to make an impact for Columbus, the acquisition...

Episode 208 - Premier League Preview 23-24 10.08.2023

This week, the guys are back to talk about the USWNT crashing out of the World Cup. Who should we blame for the early exit? Then, the rest of the episode is all Premier League - Did Arsenal do enough to leapfrog Manchester City? Can Newcastle and Aston Villa build of of their successful seasons? Is Manchester United now fully back and ready to contend? And what about Liverpool, Tottenham, and Chel...

Episode 207 - Lucas Out, Rossi In 03.08.2023

Happy Soccer Podcast Day! On this week’s episode, Bone & Beam dive right into Saudi Arabian side Al-Fateh SC signing Lucas Zelerayan away from the Crew (1:08). The guys continue the conversation into the second segment, breaking down the Crew’s 4-1 thrashing over Club America in the Leagues Cup and the club’s signing of Diego Rossi (13:42). After that, the guys discuss the underwhelming play of th...

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