Sounders FC Pod-Cast With Brad and Zak

What does it take to inspire the next generation of environmental leaders? In this episode, Steve Zakuani and Brad Evans sit down with Megan Karch, CEO of IslandWood, an innovative environmental education organization helping young people build meaningful connections with the natural world. Megan shares her journey from leading Seattle-based nonprofit FareStart to guiding IslandWood’s mission of c...

Sounders FC Pod-Cast returns with a must-listen episode as hosts Steve Zakuani and Brad Evans sit down with Seattle Sounders Head Coach Brian Schmetzer for a wide-ranging, candid conversation. Schmetzer takes listeners behind the scenes of last season’s Club World Cup and Leagues Cup, sharing stories and insights you won’t hear anywhere else. He opens up about his coaching journey — from his early...

Hosts Steve Zakuani and Brad Evans bring you a special Behind the Shield edition of the Sounders FC Pod-Cast, featuring powerful stories of impact both on and off the pitch. First, they sit down with Dr. Ty Jones, Medical Director at Regence, who was honored as a Community Hero at a Sounders match last season for his dedication to serving public employees and their families. Then, Sounders midfiel...

This week on the Sounders FC Pod-Cast , host Brad Evans is joined by Sounders FC Director of Broadcasting Keely Dunning for a quick but insightful recap of the Sounders’ dramatic playoff exit against Minnesota United. Seattle fell in penalties after a wild 3–3 draw in regulation, and Keely brings her firsthand perspective from the sideline—sharing what she saw, heard, and felt during one of the mo...

Co-hosts Brad Evans and Steve Zakuani are back — with Steve calling in from sunny Hawaii — to break down the Sounders’ first two matches of their Round 1 playoff series against Minnesota United. The guys dig into what they’ve seen so far in terms of style of play, how the 4-2 home win proved Seattle can crack open even the most frustrating defensive setups, and what it means to see Jordan Morris a...

In this special episode of the Sounders FC Pod-Cast , Brad Evans sits down with rising Sounders star Kalani Kossa-Rienzi. The two dive into Kalani’s journey from his standout career at the University of Washington to being drafted by the Sounders, his steady progression onto the first team, and the powerful role his family and friends play in his success. Plus, Steve Zakuani speaks with Kelly Hipc...

The Sounders are playoff-bound! Brad and Steve relive the thrilling Decision Day win over NYCFC and break down how the squad is shaping up for the postseason. They dive into the team’s place in the playoff bracket and preview the first-round showdown with Minnesota United. Plus, don’t miss a special guest appearance from Patrick D’Amelio, CEO of FareStart , as he joins the show to talk about FareS...

Decision Day has arrived, and the Seattle Sounders are gearing up for the MLS Cup Playoffs! Steve Zakuani and Brad Evans break down the Sounders’ statement win over Real Salt Lake and preview the final regular-season clash on the road against New York City FC. Plus, special guest Mitsu Iwasaki, Northwest Director and Associate Vice President of the Trust for Public Land , joins the show to share h...

Welcome back for a quick-hitter from Zak and Brad, just ahead of the Sounder's rescheduled home match against Real Salt Lake. The guys preview that one, go through the limited list of players available and try and predict how the team will line up at Lumen. Some major retirement announcements to discuss as well, including Steve's old Akron friend and MLS star Darlington Nagbe. For fans a...

It’s rivalry week, and there’s no bigger stage than Seattle vs Portland. Zakuani and Evans preview Saturday night’s clash with the Timbers (7:30p PT – Apple TV/MLS Season Pass, 950 KJR AM, SiriusXM FC 157, El Rey 1360 AM).  The guys break down Cristian Roldan’s USMNT call-up and what might be his best season yet, plus a look at the razor-thin Western Conference playoff race — could LAFC or Minneso...

On this episode of Behind the Shield, Georgi Minoungou and Sabra Bryant join Brad Evans to discuss their journeys and work in the community.  Georgi gives the full story on how he ended up on the Sounders, recovering and adjusting to a medical issue affecting his eye, and how he's been able to overcome what many would have considered an insurmountable obstacle.  Sabra Bryant helps lead Regenc...

In this edition of the Sounders FC Pod-Cast, hosts Brad Evans and Steve Zakuani took the stage at Arena Sports Mill Creek on Tuesday, September 16th to connect directly with fans. The event featured an open Q&A session where supporters brought their questions straight to the duo. Back in studio, Brad and Steve dive into several key topics shaping the soccer landscape right now: how the MLS sta...

In this week’s episode, Steve and Brad set the stage for a pivotal stretch in the Sounders’ season. They preview Saturday’s home clash against LA Galaxy and look ahead to next Tuesday’s showdown at Inter Miami, breaking down the key matchups and what’s at stake in this final stretch of the regular season. With the Western Conference standings tightening, the hosts dive into where the Sounders coul...

In this episode, Steve and Brad relive the unforgettable night at Lumen Field, where the Sounders lifted the Leagues Cup trophy with a commanding 3-0 victory over Inter Miami and Lionel Messi. They break down the performance, the key moments, and why the electric atmosphere might have been the best in stadium history.  Following the match recap, the hosts sit down with Osaze De Rosario for an in-d...

Brad Evans and Steve Zakuani return to the mic for another episode of the Sounders FC Pod-Cast. Fresh off a thrilling win in the Leagues Cup, the duo break down Seattle's PK victory over Club Puebla and what it means for the team moving forward.  Looking ahead, Brad and Steve preview the upcoming MLS clash against Sporting Kansas City this Sunday and share their early thoughts on a massive Le...

In this episode of the Sounders FC Pod-Cast , host Brad Evans recaps a resounding 4-0 victory over the LA Galaxy, highlighting a dominant performance that vaulted the Rave Green into 4th place in the Western Conference standings—just behind Minnesota United, whom the Sounders face this Saturday. Evans takes a deep dive into all four goals from the match, including a clinical brace from red-hot for...

Steve Zakuani and Brad Evans are back on the mic to break down a commanding performance from the Seattle Sounders in the opening round of this year’s Leagues Cup. The Rave Green punched their ticket to the knockout rounds with a 2-1 win over Liga MX side Club Tijuana on Wednesday night — capping off a perfect group stage run with three wins from three and a flawless nine-point tally. Zak and Brad...

Throughout the season, Change Champions will share stories of neighborhood impact. Together, Boeing and Seattle Sounders FC will help shine a light on local organizations that strengthen the communities where our employees and fans live and work .   This episode's guest is Jeanice Hardy, Chief Officer of Programs at  YWCA Seattle. Hardy joined YWCA Seattle | King | Snohomish in 1998 as an Emp...

Another special guest joins the podcast this week: Sounders midfielder Albert Rusnak sits down with Zak and Brad to breakdown his football career from the Dutch league to RSL and now as a Sounder. The four-year Sounders No. 11 also gives more insight into the club's performance in the Club World Cup, and reveals which all-time Sounder great he wishes he had played with. Then, the guys give a...

Each Behind the Shield Community Hero is honored for their dedication to improving the health and wellness of their community. Brittany Blue will be featured on the Sounders website and was honored recently at a Sounders FC home match and met her Behind the Shield player, forward Pedro de la Vega, after the game.  Brittany is Chief Marketing and Philanthropy Officer at Sound Generations , where sh...

Brad and Steve are back this week as the Sounders return to MLS play following a solid showing in the Club World Cup. Our hosts recap a 1-1 draw to Columbus Crew, and discuss the current battles for starting spots in what may be the deepest roster in recent Sounders history.  Alex Roldan joins the pod after stepping up in recent games at center back, and talks his experience learning to be versati...

The Sounders FC Pod-Cast is back, in this special live podcast recorded from Arena Sports Mill Creek. Brad and Steve recap an exciting Club World Cup performance by the Seattle Sounders, and give their flowers to top performers Cristian Roldan and Obed Vargas. With the Sounders' CWC journey officially over, our hosts preview the team's upcoming MLS action, starting with a home match Satu...

On this week's episode of the Sounders FC Pod-Cast, host Steve Zakuani recaps what could be shaping up to be a nine-point week for the Seattle Sounders. First, a solid win over FC Dallas last weekend, followed by a grind-it-out victory over San Diego FC on Wednesday, which saw Jesus Ferreira open his scoring bank account for the first time in a Rave Green jersey. The schedule doesn't get...

On this week's episode of the Sounders FC Pod-Cast, co-hosts Brad Evans and Steve Zakuani recap a 4-point road trip that took the Rave Green to Houston, LAFC and Portland. They discuss the busy home schedule ahead, starting with Saturday afternoon's matchup against FC Dallas, then San Diego FC on the 28th and Minnesota to open up June. Brad and Zak go through lineup options, breakdown th...

It's Portland Timbers week! Time for the Rave Green to head down to the Rose City to face the team's biggest rival, the Portland Timbers. Host Steve Zakuani does a quick recap of the midweek match at LAFC, then it's on to a preview of the PNW Derby. Broadcast Info: Apple TV+ / Apple TV - MLS Season Pass / FS1 / FOX Deportes / 93.3 KJR FM / 1360 El Rey (Spanish). Got questions for Br...