Mitchless, we trudge on with Christian Chaney through a bad day at the office, a gutsy grinding win in another 5 goal battle vs Greenvile, and a first win against a storied opponent. We hope for more goals, pine for more Jäger-sponsored tie-ins, and laud the importance of away support. Apologies for any possible factual inconsistencies due to Mitch's absence ¯\_(ツ)_/¯

After a stinker of a debut in the illustrious Jägermeister Cup, the guys try to draw positives about the team's current form, and end up with more questions than answers. Mitch nearly has a conniption, Grant talks pressing the panic button, and Andrew questions the precedence of equestrians in football.

FMFC's Director of Operations, Keith Tiemeyer joins us once again as we discuss the importance of Flamingos vs Badgers to both organizations and their fans, playing a part of a larger legacy, and Mitch nearly undersells a delightul film.Get episodes early and other perks by backing us on Patreon.https://www.patreon.com/newdogmazine

FMFC glovesman Bernd Schipmann returns to NDZ Live for the first time since June of 2023. The guys chat about the new campaign, a culture of competition and respect, and the benefits of good partners.

The boys are joined ahead of the home league opener by the Boyce (Devin, to be specific), and NDZ Live frequent flyer Christian Chaney. Devin talks about growing up with a footballing father and its impact on his passion for the game, Chaney ponders this season's goal record battle with Derek Gebhard. Tough questions are asked.

FMFC football is back! It's just Andrew, Grant, and baby-faced birthday boy Mitch this week as they discuss the first three games of the 2024 campaign. It's a long one at 2+ hours, and JFC is there value for your dollar.

The guys chat to FMFC winger, dad, and all-around good guy Derek Gebhard about kicking off the 2024 campaign this weekend. Derek shares his thoughts on what the new signings offer to the team, finding new gears after years as a pro, and what the US Open Cup means to him.

FMFC Head Coach & Technical Director, Matt Glaeser, joins our usual trio for a spirited chat ahead of 3 more road tests before the USL1 season kicks off. On this second to last episode before the start of the season, Mitch sees BattleBots in Vegas, Andrew and Grant recap the Polar Plunge.

Andrew, Grant, and Mitch take it back to where it all began with FMFC legend Eric Leonard. We chat about Eric's time in Chicago with the Fire, studying at McDonald's University, and letting those calves breathe. Eric flexes his *actual* degree and talks lower league finance and business models. Andrew makes bad jokes.

Andrew, Grant, and Mitch are evenly matched this week as they chat to the Stevens family: Kai, Katie, and Chad. They share their history as soccer fan, how they found Forward Madison, special connections with players, trash talking, and their first away day experience.

Andrew, Grant, and Mitch chat to FMFC club captain Mitch Osmond about the 2023 season, offseason preparations, the growth of the club, and evolution of the fanbase. The Captain shares his thoughts on what needs to improve in 2024, announces his participation in this year's Polar Plunge, and you too can join up to help raise funds for Special Olympics.https://www.classy.org/team/548915

Andrew and Grant are Mitch-less, yet joined again by Fran Hong to discuss the festive period holidays, their new year's resolutions for FMFC, and their top 10 lists of 2023. Fran breaks the rules, Andrew trashes the McRib, and Grant instigates a battle royale of favorite breakfast, brunch, and beer bar spots.Stream Fran's Dolly Top 10 playlist on Spotify and Tidal

The guys are guestless this week, but that doesn't stop them from chatting absolute shit for nearly 90 minutes about Cherif Dieye, the 2024 US League One Schedule, the League One Checkatrade Milk Cup, Dong Arber's MLS bowing out of the US Open Cup, and more. Next week we'll have solid gold content: Fancesca Hong discussing her top 10 Dolly Parton songs of 2023.

Francesca Hong joins us to chat the re-upped contracts of eight of the 2023 team's best players, schedule leaks and other clown behavior, growing up in Eagle Heights, and what soccer teaches you about life. It's not even an hour and Andrew's already asking political favors. Visit Lola's!

Andrew and Grant welcome stand-in glassesman and returning guest host Travis as we chat to Flock End drum section stalwart Steve Shah about dancing, growing up in Kenosha, touring in bands and the cruciality of community. Andrew waxes effusive about Fugazi, and the guys share their hopes for the future of the fanbase in Madison.

We make up for our two week absence with a near 2-hour episode, chatting to known Irishman and Manchester United season ticket holder Paddy Grimes. Perennial Hunk of the Month Zach Zwadzich also joins to talk Taylor Night at the Sylvee. Paddy shares about growing up in Armagh, inheriting fandom, away days in England and beyond, and taking care of yourself and your health. Paddy's currently raising funds for prostate cancer awareness and cure research; find out more and donate here: Patrick Grimes

Andrew, Grant, and Mitch discuss a hazy weekend in the Rockies, the Flamingos' first round exit from the playoffs, lay out NDZ's plans for the offseason, and cast about rumors about the 2024 campaign – will it be a rebuilding year with heavy turnover, or building upon 2023's squad and bright points?

Andrew, Grant, and Mitch chat to FMFC's Matt Glaeser about the return to the USL1 postseason, prepping the squad for the tests ahead, and Pokemon: Heavy Rain Edition. Enjoy, and we'll hopefully see you in NoCo.

It's Groundhog Day, again. Another week, another 2nd half defeat in a 2nd half of a season where the hits keep coming. But for the first time since 2019 we stand at the precipice of a postseason. Number one rule of playoffs: Just get in. Submit your video to Mitch here.

Derek Gebhard and Christian Chaney join the usual suspects to reflect a year on from 2022's final home game, discuss playing under pressure and how Breese's atmosphere affects that, and the boys name names for a 2023 squad "Best Of" list. The guests flip the script and ask us questions, and we don't hold back. Thanks again to our Patreon backers, who continue to help make NDZ possible.