The Loony Bin Podcast
The Loony Bin Podcast
The Loony Bin
A podcast dedicated to expanding Minnesota United fandom one newbie, or Loonlet, at a time. 
112: Late Draw Soothes Slump into Summer Break
We recap the RSL home draw that the boys left until late that only slightly smoothed over the Loons’ recent slump. We look ahead to the World Cup break and make a Minnesota United positional wish list for this summer transfer window. And we’ll check in on a new rule MLS is supporting that would change the way the soccer clock works.   BlueSky: @loonybinpodcast.bsky.social Dan Elias (@oyvey2you.bsky.social) Matt Leaf (@mnloonlet.bsky.social) Email: [email protected] Email Dan: [email protected] Email Matt: [email protected]  Website: theloonybinpod.com Insta: instagram.com/theloonybinpod YouTube: youtube.com/@loonybinpodcast
May 26
53 min
111: Aggressively Regressing to the Mean
We spend some time discussing not one, but two, disappointing results from our Loons this week. We look ahead to the Loons match against RSL that will be the last chance to get a result before the summer break. And we’ll check in on our future rivals as they’ve announced the name of their soon-to-be-built stadium.   BlueSky: @loonybinpodcast.bsky.social Dan Elias (@oyvey2you.bsky.social) Matt Leaf (@mnloonlet.bsky.social) Email: [email protected] Email Dan: [email protected] Email Matt: [email protected]  Website: theloonybinpod.com Insta: instagram.com/theloonybinpod YouTube: youtube.com/@loonybinpodcast
May 18
1 hr 2 min
110: James Hoopla, We Hardly Knew Ya
We look back on that I-35 Shield draw against Austin FC that saw the first meaningful contributions from our, soon to be former, Colombian #10. We look ahead to a home game against Colorado and an away gate against the surging Revolution as the schedule tightens up again. And we’ll check in on Tommy Schweinitz to see what he’s been up to since he scored his goal against the Rapids last August.   BlueSky: @loonybinpodcast.bsky.social Dan Elias (@oyvey2you.bsky.social) Matt Leaf (@mnloonlet.bsky.social) Email: [email protected] Email Dan: [email protected] Email Matt: [email protected]  Website: theloonybinpod.com Insta: instagram.com/theloonybinpod YouTube: youtube.com/@loonybinpodcast
May 12
59 min
109: The Return of the Set Piece FC (feat. Andy Greder)
We check in with Andy Greder of the Pioneer Press to see what he thinks of our Loons at the one third mark of the season. We review that rollercoaster of a game in San Jose that saw our Loons exit the Open Cup. We recap that historic second half comeback that helped United do the double over the State of Ohio. And we get you ready for a Mother’s Day game against I-35 Shield Opponent, Austin FC.    BlueSky: @loonybinpodcast.bsky.social Dan Elias (@oyvey2you.bsky.social) Matt Leaf (@mnloonlet.bsky.social) Email: [email protected] Email Dan: [email protected] Email Matt: [email protected]  Website: theloonybinpod.com Insta: instagram.com/theloonybinpod YouTube: youtube.com/@loonybinpodcast
May 4
1 hr 5 min
108: The Streak Extends But Then It Ends
We recap a solid away win at Dallas that has the Loons atop the I-35 Shield Standings. We review that home loss to LAFC that saw the winning streak come to an end. And we’ll get ready for another late night midweek game in the Open Cup that looks like a tough matchup for our Loons on paper. We also preview the Columbus game too, so much soccer.    BlueSky: @loonybinpodcast.bsky.social Dan Elias (@oyvey2you.bsky.social) Matt Leaf (@mnloonlet.bsky.social) Email: [email protected] Email Dan: [email protected] Email Matt: [email protected]  Website: theloonybinpod.com Insta: instagram.com/theloonybinpod YouTube: youtube.com/@loonybinpodcast
Apr 27
1 hr 1 min
107: Winning Streaks Are Allowed? (feat. Wes Burdine)
We recap that late night Open Cup match in Sacramento that saw Minnesota United barely advance. We review that Portland home game that should lead to Phil Neville losing his job. And we catch up with Wes Burdine on a series of topics including his thoughts on a recent breakup.   BlueSky: @loonybinpodcast.bsky.social Dan Elias (@oyvey2you.bsky.social) Matt Leaf (@mnloonlet.bsky.social) Email: [email protected] Email Dan: [email protected] Email Matt: [email protected]  Website: theloonybinpod.com Insta: instagram.com/theloonybinpod YouTube: youtube.com/@loonybinpodcast
Apr 20
1 hr 18 min
106: Loons Take Three from Red Card FC
We recap another late night win against that new team from California that can't keep all their players on the field. We get you ready for two upcoming games that include the Loons best chance at a trophy this season. And we'll congratulate one of our favorite referees for earning a spot at this summer's World Cup.   BlueSky: @loonybinpodcast.bsky.social Dan Elias (@oyvey2you.bsky.social) Matt Leaf (@mnloonlet.bsky.social) Email: [email protected] Email Dan: [email protected] Email Matt: [email protected]  Website: theloonybinpod.com Insta: instagram.com/theloonybinpod YouTube: youtube.com/@loonybinpodcast
Apr 12
59 min
105: Loons Fly Artemis II to Galaxy I
We talk all about the Loons 2nd ever win in Carson that ended late into the night. We get you ready for another late night away game in the state of California. And we review the Allianz Field Summer Concert series that will find you buried under the covers.   BlueSky: @loonybinpodcast.bsky.social Dan Elias (@oyvey2you.bsky.social) Matt Leaf (@mnloonlet.bsky.social) Email: [email protected] Email Dan: [email protected] Email Matt: [email protected]  Website: theloonybinpod.com Insta: instagram.com/theloonybinpod YouTube: youtube.com/@loonybinpodcast
Apr 6
57 min
104: Spring Break Soccer Takes (feat. Andrew Wiebe)
We have a conversation with Andrew (Andy) Wiebe to get his take on the Loons worst moments of the decade. We'll get you ready for the upcoming away game in LA after the guys had off this last week for spring break. And we'll check in on the Canadian National team and their newly announced partnership that may satisfy your sweet tooth.   BlueSky: @loonybinpodcast.bsky.social Dan Elias (@oyvey2you.bsky.social) Matt Leaf (@mnloonlet.bsky.social) Email: [email protected] Email Dan: [email protected] Email Matt: [email protected]  Website: theloonybinpod.com Insta: instagram.com/theloonybinpod YouTube: youtube.com/@loonybinpodcast
Mar 30
1 hr 12 min
103: A Back Five - A Back Four = One Point
It's another instant reaction recap, this time as we found a point against F Seattle. We'll give you the league update on what the short 2027 season will look like. And we'll introduce you to our new assistant coaches that have a lot of head coaching experience.   BlueSky: @loonybinpodcast.bsky.social Dan Elias (@oyvey2you.bsky.social) Matt Leaf (@mnloonlet.bsky.social) Email: [email protected] Email Dan: [email protected] Email Matt: [email protected]  Website: theloonybinpod.com Insta: instagram.com/theloonybinpod YouTube: youtube.com/@loonybinpodcast
Mar 22
47 min
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