El Clásico Podcastico: a Barcelona and Real Madrid podcast

The boys discuss the latest round of exciting La Liga action, including Benzema's stunning display in a 3-0 for Real Madrid over a feisty Valencia side, and a humdrum 0-0 draw for Barcelona that puts control of the title back in Real's hands. Also: the boys discuss Quique Setien's questionable game management, and the explosive return of Marco Asensio. Your hosts also preview the ma...

Join your intrepid hosts as they continue along on the runaway train that is the congested fixture list to decide the La Liga title. This is a special Barcelona only show where Payton and Mark delve into their 2-0 win over a depleted, 20th place Leganes side, and wonder what their first real test against Sevilla will hold.

Mark and Payton gawk at Messi's masterclass in Barcelona's 4-0 win over an overmatched Mallorca side (1:30) before delving into Real Madrid's Jekyll and Hyde act in a 3-1 stroll over Eibar (15:34). The boys also get into their proposed lineups and predictions for Real-Valencia and Barcelona-Leganes. 

La Liga is Back! Mark and Payton discuss their respective teams' week 28 matchups, Barcelona at Mallorca (17:58) and Real Madrid hosting Eibar (33:27). The boys also discuss who they'd like to see their teams line up, and other breaking news. 

The boys comb through each of their squads and highlight who and what they're most afraid of and most looking forward to in the last 11 games of La Liga. Your hosts break down all aspects of the fascinating title run-in, with their thoughts on a healthy Hazard, how Setien utilizes Frenkie de Jong, and more. 

Mark and Payton set over/unders for each other's teams and players, and place bets on their own teams for the rest of the season (13:01). They also go over some breaking news (2:53) and Payton tries to guess who has the best Goals + Assists per 90' rates on both squads (1:17:42). 

The boys discuss the current state of the La Liga title race, and explain how the title could be decided if the current plan for La Liga to return pans out. Payton details every Barcelona game so far and what that could mean for their slender lead atop the table. Mark outlines Real's foibles this year, and what his club's squad depth could mean for the proposed fast and furious fixture l...

Join your hosts as they select the final members of their all-time starting elevens (21:50), the keepers and managers. The boys also pick through the latest fallout from the coronavirus, when La Liga may start up again, and discuss the news surrounding transfers and loanees. 

Travel through time with your brave hosts as they blow 200 years of dust off the combined histories of the two most storied clubs in soccer history and name the best defenders of all time. Mark revels in Real Madrid's legendary left backs while Payton struggles to choose just two centerbacks for his Barcelona side. Also - breaking news, including a definitely too soon start date to La Liga ac...

Join your hosts as they once again stroll through the thick, gravy-like history of the two most storied franchises in soccer, this time selecting their midfield positions for their All-Time Barcelona and Real Madrid teams. They boys explain their starters, bench options, and who just missed the cut to pair with their legendary forward selections from last week's episode. Tune in and learn you...

Come join your intrepid hosts on a winding tour of Real Madrid and Barcelona's combined histories as the boys dive into the best all time attackers for Real Madrid and Barcelona, and make the tough decisions as they fill out their forward positions, inevitably leaving all time greats on the bench, fuming. Also - Payton shares some breaking news about Barcelona's unfolding embezzlement sc...

The boys dive headfirst into the murky depths that are the latest transfer rumors. They discuss the possible return of Cristiano Ronaldo to Real Madrid, the latest buzz surrounding Neymar and Griezmann, and how many more times Messi can be publicly insulted before he's had enough. Also - ideas on how to crown a champion if the season is indeed over. 

Your intrepid hosts report some actual big loan and transfer news for their historic clubs as the rumour mill never stops, even for a pandemic. The boys also delve into their Dream Teams for next season, including who they would keep, buy, and sell for next year to improve on what was a rough campaign for both clubs. Also - wild transfer speculation, and Mark questions how the hell Real Madrid are...

No pandemic is gonna stop us from the pod! The boys report from their respective bunkers to give you a full rundown of the suspended La Liga campaign, with awards for every player who made an impact (good or bad) this year. Also - breaking news, including the latest whispers around Mbappe, Neymar, Alaba and more. 

Hey there from the end of the world! Mark and Payton quickly recap last week's probably meaningless fixtures amidst the suspension of La Liga. Your hosts nevertheless dive into Barcelona's 1-0 triumph over Real Sociedad to retake the league lead, and Real Madrid's unbelievably poor 2-1 loss to Real Betis. The boys also discuss pandemic preparedness, and a reminder to get your canned...

The boys recap all things El Clasico as they delve into the lineup decisions, performances, and storylines that led to Real's massive 2-0 win at the Bernabeu that takes them back on top of the league. Mark and Payton also break down what they were each surprised by in a game filled with standout performances, both good and bad. 

Join your friendly hosts for a deep dive on the greatest rivalry in sports! Mark and Payton break down where each team stand going into the biggest game of the season. The boys also break down Real's 2-1 champions league loss to Man City, and what Real's stark reversal in form means for the big game. Also: Mark shares the time Mbappe met Zidane as a kid, and what that might mean for next...

The boys discuss Messi's incredible 4 goal effort to lift Barcelona over Eibar at home, and Madrid's devastating loss of Eden Hazard for the rest of the season in a 1-0 away defeat to Levante. Also, analysis of Barcelona's 1-1 draw with Napoli, and a preview of Real Madrid's upcoming match with Man City.

Mark moans about Real's defensive errors in his side's 2-2 home draw to Celta Vigo, and wonders if it is time to send Marcelo and Bale out to pasture as their glittering careers begin to fade. Payton celebrates Barca moving only a point behind Real after their 2-1 win over third-placed Getafe, and weighs Griezmann's Barcelona career so far against his 120 mil summer outlay. 

Mark and Payton delve into the latest thrilling round of La Liga action. Once again, Mark questions Zidane's odd but ultimately successful team selection in their 4-1 win over Osasuna in Pamplona. Payton gives Messi credit for assisting his side through a nervy 3-2 win in Quique Setien's return to his old club, Real Betis. The boys also get into a bit of transfer speculation over recent...

Mark and Payton recap the ongoing train wreck that is Barcelona's front office after Messi and Sporting Director Eric Abidal's very public spat over the firing of Ernesto Valverde. The boys also discuss the future of Barcelona's President Josep Maria Bartomeu after a disastrous winter window. 

Mark and Payton discuss Real's long-overdue 1-0 La Liga derby triumph over rival Athleti, with a yet another brilliant cameo by the 19 year old Brazilian wonder. Payton wonders where Messi left his shooting boots in another profligate display in Barcelona's narrow 2-1 win over Levante. The boys also pontificate on the decline of VAR after a largely successful first season in La Liga, and...

Mark tries to enjoy Real's 4th straight league win and their long-awaited return to the top of the table. Payton defends Quique Setien's early experiment after Barca drop points on the road yet again. The boys agree then take on the latest rumors about Messi possibly leaving Barcelona and yell a bit about Man City and oil barons. 

Payton rejoices at the return of compelling football to the Camp Nou following Barcelona's dominant Quique-Setien-fuelled 1-0 win over Granada. Payton also waxes poetic about the return of tika taka to the Catalan capital and discusses his improved emotional state following the long-overdue departure of Ernie Valverde. Mark screams about Lucas Vazquez's immediate return to the starting l...

The boys try to get in midseason form with a roundup of the strange money grab that is the newfangled Spanish Supercup, discuss the possible Xavi managerial appointment, and give their thoughts on Barca's 2-2 draw to bottom side Espanol and Real's shaky 3-0 win at Getafe. Then at (57:41), the boys give out their Good, Bad, and Weird Midseason Awards to the players and coaches.