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 206 - Captain Horan To The Rescue 27.07.2023

Happy Soccer Podcast Day! Bone and Beam spent the first two segments of the show talking about the US Women's Soccer Team drawing with the Netherlands, including high praise for Lindsey Horan, as well as questions about Vlatko Andonovski's tactics and subs. And Bone lost his mind about Alexi Lalas. Then, the guys switched gears as Beam poked Bone about Lionel Messi's debut in MLS Leagues Cup. Is B...

Episode 205 - Women's World Cup Preview (And Special Guest Carli Lloyd!) 20.07.2023

Happy Soccer Podcast Day! On this week's episode, Bone & Beam begin by discussing how wacky the soccer schedule has been since Covid & look ahead to the U.S. entering the Women's World Cup looking for a three-peat. Then, they break down each of the eight groups in this year's tournament (9:08). After that, the guys welcome U.S. soccer legend Carli Lloyd onto the show to analyze the U.S. heading in...

Episode 204 - No-Star Boyko 13.07.2023

Happy Soccer Podcast Day! On this week’s episode, Bone & Beam begin with the officiating malpractice that occurred in last Saturday night’s match between the Crew and NYCFC (4:56). They continue that conversation into the second segment, discussing Wilfried Nancy being suspended for two games and how crazy it was that Serhiy Boyko officiated Wednesday night’s Philadelphia-Nashville match just four...

Episode 203 - Great Ideas 06.07.2023

Happy Soccer Podcast Day! On the podcast this week, Bone & Beam sort through your suggestions of which former Crew players you'd like to see have a testimonial match (3:09). Next, they recap Tuesday night's 2-2 draw against Inter Miami and give their overall thoughts on the club as we're just over halfway through the season (15:55). After that, they shift the discussion to European soccer- with We...

Episode 202 - Bring Testimonials to America 29.06.2023

Happy Soccer Podcast Day! On the show this week, Bone & Beam discuss the exciting news of Columbus landing the 2024 MLS All-Star game (4:45). Next, they recap the Crew’s 2-0 win over Nashville, the team’s strong month of June, and how they’ve (on top of the winning) have been a fun team to watch (14:50). Then, Bone was fired up to see Guillermo Barros Schelotto attend Juan Roman Riquelman’s testim...

Episode 201 - Back Like We're Berhalter 22.06.2023

Happy Soccer Podcast Day! The guys are back after a week off, as they open talking bourbon and Beamer recaps his vacation. Then, they dive into the news of Lionel Messi coming to MLS (8:35). After that, they discuss the Crew’s eight-game sellout streak at Lower dot-com field, one reason they’ve liked the MLS-Apple TV deal, and more (19:19). Next, the guys look back on the Crew’s 2-1 win over Chica...

Episode 200 - Bone and Beam Bicentennial 08.06.2023

Happy Soccer Podcast Day! On this special 200th edition of Bone & Beam United, the guys get into all the latest in the soccer world for the first 55 or so minutes of the show. Then, they brought back some of their favorite moments from past episodes, such as interviewing Matt Lampson and when 'Save the Crew' was in full effect. Enjoy! PROGRAMMING NOTE: Bone & Beam recorded this week's podcast BEFO...

Episode 199 - 199 Bottles Of Podcast On The Wall... 01.06.2023

Happy Soccer Podcast Day! On this week's episode, Bone & Beam get right to it, recapping the Crew's loss in Nashville and how worried they are about this team right now (2:37). After that, they discuss Anthony Hudson stepping down as USMNT head coach & BJ Callaghan taking over as interim #2 (9:17). Next, they talk about Chelsea hiring Mauricio Pochettino, Joao Felix's exit from the club, and what'...

Episode 198 - Stonewash Denim Jeans 25.05.2023

Happy Soccer Podcast Day! On this week's episode, Bone & Beam open up with a little bit of the latest they've been up to, then they get into what was a rough last handful of days for the Crew, discussing their loss to Cincinnati and where they'd like to see a little bit better coaching in one particular situation (5:07). Along with that, they discuss Wednesday night's loss to the Riverhounds in th...

Episode 197 - Crew Conquer The Galaxy 18.05.2023

Happy Soccer Podcast Day! On the show this week, Bone & Beam begin talking about the Crew's 2-0 win over the LA Galaxy, and give some props to Lower.com Field and Crew fans (7:15). Next, the guys discuss (and celebrate) Folarin Balogun choosing to play for the USMNT (15:23). Then, they quickly hit on this weekend's 'Hell Is Real' matchup between the Crew and FC Cincinnati (24:20) before diving int...

Episode 196 - All Eyes On Italy 11.05.2023

Happy Soccer Podcast Day! On this week’s show, the guys open up with Beam discussing his daily grind of Dad life and Bone has been to 100 dance recitals in the past couple weeks. After that, they talk the Crew’s 5-1 win over Loudon United FC in the U.S. Open Cup (6:12). Next, they dive into the Champions League, first discussing Manchester City and Real Madrid’s 1-1 draw, VAR benefitting Man City,...

Episode 195 - Messi Situation 04.05.2023

Happy Soccer Podcast Day! On this week's episode, Bone & Beam begin chatting about music as Beamer has begun to introduce his newborn to it & Bone is holding out hope for Sunderland's playoff hopes. Then they get into the soccer, talking through the Crew's frustrating loss to Inter Miami but why they're preaching patience with this team (10:35). Next, they get into the Premier League and discuss C...

Episode 194 - One Nation, On The Sod 27.04.2023

Happy Soccer Podcast Day everyone! On this week's show, Bone & Beam open up with a discussion on rooting for different teams, as Neighbor Eric recently told Beamer that he has changed his allegiances in the Premier League. Then, the guys talk about the Crew's 1-0 loss in Charlotte, Cucho Hernandez's return in the U.S. Open Cup, the win over Indy Eleven in the U.S. Open Cup, and more (6:11). Next,...

Episode 193 - The Revolution Has Begun 20.04.2023

Happy Soccer Podcast Day! On this week's episode, Bone & Beam open up talking music and Bone apologizes to all Leeds United fans, then the guys dive into the soccer. They start off discussing the Crew's 1-1 draw against New England from last weekend (6:28). Next, they get into the Champions league and break down all the latest happening around the league (15:54). After that, the guys decide that E...

Episode 192 - Party Like It's 1998 13.04.2023

Happy Soccer Podcast Day! On this week's episode, Bone is back from Tennessee (or is he???) and Beam has left Prince William long enough to join for some soccer discussion. First things first - the Crew are BACK, Scoring goals and winning games in ways we haven't seen since the 90s. Which is appropriate, given the team is celebrating 90s night at the stadium this weekend. The guys briefly broke do...

Episode 191 - Guess Who's Back 30.03.2023

Happy Soccer Podcast Day! On this week's show, Beam makes his return, and talks a little bit about his first handful of weeks of being a dad. Then, the guys get into the Crew's 6-1 thrashing of Atlanta last weekend (6:35). They also quickly hit on Lionel Messi's not-so-great looking tattoos (11:45) and realize that we've gone too far with AI (14:29). After, they get back into the Crew's win over A...

Bone and Beam United Present The Cup Episode 04 - Treason 23.03.2023

This week on the podcast, Bone is playing an episode of his podcast about the 2008 MLS Cup winning Columbus Crew team. Called "The Cup", the series focuses on the team that brought the first MLS Cup to Columbus. The episode he's put into the feed centers around the 2008 Eastern Conference Final between the Crew and the Chicago Fire. If you enjoy this episode, you can find the rest if these podcast...

Episode 190 - With special guest Pat Murphy 16.03.2023

Happy Soccer Podcast Day! On this week's show, Bone is joined by Pat Murphy of Massive Report, with Beam still on Dad Duty. On this episode, the guys recap the Crew's 1-1 tie against Toronto FC from last weekend and then they preview their upcoming match against the New York Red Bulls (9:58). Next, they discuss the ridiculousness that is Erling Haaland, including his five goal game against RB Leip...

Episode 189 - Formerly Massive Podcasters Join Forces 09.03.2023

In this episode, Brandon Beam is officially out of the lineup with "Having a baby" and we couldn't be happier for him. In his stead, Bone invited his longtime friend Sameh Fahmi, who is talented photographer, musician, and most relevant to this discussion, one of the driving forces behind the Massive Report podcast and website. Sam has been covering the Crew in some capacity since 2008, and if you...

Episode 188 - Crewsmas Miracle 02.03.2023

Happy Soccer Podcast Day! On this week's episode, the guys lay out the plan for Beam, who will be off for a few weeks with the arrival of his newborn. They discussed Beam's love for Wayne Rooney (but also, his desire to fight the Manchester United legend who now coaches DC United), Bone's thoughts on separating the Haslams from the Crew, Apple TV in it's first week, and even a look around MLS afte...

Episode 187 - Columbus Crew 2023 Season Preview 22.02.2023

Happy Soccer Podcast Day. This week, the guys previewed the upcoming Crew season in such expert fashion that they forgot to predict where the Crew will make the playoffs or not. Good start! That said, they talked about the departures, additions, and guys who need to step up for the Crew under Wilfried Nancy's capable leadership. Thoughts? Hit us up on twitter - @BoneBeamUnited

Episode 186 - Goodbye Jona 17.02.2023

Happy Soccer Podcast Day! On this week's episode, Bone and Beam begin with MLS, as the season is right around the corner. The guys tell you why they're not all that excited for the start of the Columbus Crew season, their frustrations with the Jonathan Mensah trade, resentment towards ownership, and more (2:48). Next, they discuss the wild sequence in the Rangers vs Patrick Thistle match, somethin...

Episode 185 - Leeds American Seeks Employment 10.02.2023

Happy Soccer Podcast Day! On this week's show, Bone & Beam open up talking fatherhood, as Beam is on the verge of becoming a dad himself. Then, they get into the soccer, with Leeds United firing manager Jesse Marsch and why the timing of it didn't seem to make a lot of sense (4:24). Along with that, they discuss Leeds United's 2-2 draw against Manchester United, plus a discussion on Tyler Adams, W...

Episode 184 - Hold Your Tongue and Say Apple TV 03.02.2023

Happy Soccer Podcast Day! On this week's episode, the guys open up talking MLS and how it's felt like a little bit of a quiet offseason for the Crew (1:12). Next, they do a full deep dive into the new MLS package on Apple TV. The guys debate the pros and cons of this deal, whether or not it's good for the league, and much more (3:35). After, they discuss the Welcome to Wrexham show and why they do...

Episode 183 - Arteta and Arsenal 27.01.2023

Happy Soccer Podcast Day! On this week’s show, the guys open up talking Arsenal’s 3-2 win over Manchester United. Beam is still a little depressed over the loss, plus the guys give credit to Mikel Arteta for the job he’s done with Arsenal and talk about how great of a player Bukayo Saka is (3:00). They transition the Saka topic into “Our Guys”, discussing some players that different fan bases have...

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