The Porchmen Dialogues

Superb Owl

Enjoy a retrospective from Super Bowl Sunday as Geoff and Andrew recap results from the New Year onward. Manchester United are sat in second behind town rivals City, who were continuing an unbeaten streak toward the top of the table. United showed a pattern of snatching victory from the jaws of defeat, especially away from home grounds. A segment on what is needed from the best players in order to win matches, along with a recap of an historic 9-0 win for Man U. The Premier League is the best in the world, so elite defending is more and more necessary with each year of changing attacking talents. The then-current state of Tottenham’s play raised questions of focus and health. Harry Kane continuously showing his importance to Spurs, and other talismanic league talents are discussed. Andrew delves into the purity test of commentators’ views on toughness. The debut of the Hover-Højbjerg Half-Hour, as well as Andrew’s foolish optimism about Spurs’ then-recent run of results. Out-of-favor talents and the inconvenient truth of their imperfect humanity, with the balance of a redemption arc. Recorded on 2/7. You’ve been listening to The Porchmen Dialogues, a soccer podcast et al. Production by Andrew Hover (Twitter @AndrewHover_) Artwork by Adam Pane (IG @savilerowvisuals) E-mail us at theporchmendialogues@gmail.com Twitter: https://twitter.com/PorchmenTalk Facebook: https://facebook.com/ThePorchmenDialogues Instagram: @theporchmendialogues

A Mixed Bag

A new Porchmen podcast starts with a quick lowdown on our holiday exploits, along with the fates of Spurs and United during their progress in the league. Andrew discusses perception of playstyle in the sports media. Spurs have an easier run-in to the Carabao Cup final, though a challenging tie with Chelsea was an early hurdle. Former Tottenham manager Mauricio Pochettino assumes the helm at Paris Saint-Germain, but what can a mid-season manager really do taking over during the second half of the season? Big clubs want bright managers— Julian Nagelsmann of Leipzig looks primed for a leap after this season, but where will he end up? United are showing the promise that they have known in the past, and half the season yet to prove their position in the Prem. COVID is the new reality in our world and in sports as well, but the disease can also inflict itself on top athletes. We weigh the moral balance of enjoying the competition while being aware of the present risks for real humans with real lives involved in the action. Recorded on 1/6. You’ve been listening to The Porchmen Dialogues, a soccer podcast et al. Production by Andrew Hover (Twitter @AndrewHover_) Artwork by Adam Pane (IG @savilerowvisuals) E-mail us at theporchmendialogues@gmail.com Twitter: https://twitter.com/PorchmenTalk Facebook: https://facebook.com/ThePorchmenDialogues Instagram: @theporchmendialogues

Letters from Bhutan

Geoff and Andrew return from a 2020 hiatus and undergo a feverish recap of the first third of the Premier League season, with the themes of Spurs at the top and United finding their feet. Upcoming matches in the Europa League bring no lesser competition and the quality of the continent is still on display. Leeds United loom ahead for both of our clubs during the frantic Christmas fixture list, and we discuss their relevance to the league and country. And at what cost does the entertaining Christmas season schedule come? Surprises of the season are listed, along with potential managerial firings on the way. We delve into domestic competitions and end on a local and hopeful note. Recorded on 12/14. You’ve been listening to The Porchmen Dialogues, a soccer podcast et al. Production by Andrew Hover (Twitter @AndrewHover_) Artwork by Adam Pane (IG @savilerowvisuals) E-mail us at theporchmendialogues@gmail.com Twitter: https://twitter.com/PorchmenTalk Facebook: https://facebook.com/ThePorchmenDialogues Instagram: @theporchmendialogues

Human After All

Manchester United complete their first signing in Donny Van de Beek, and Geoff goes into the rumors and rebuild going on at the club including the enigma that is Paul Pogba. How difficult is it to acquire a quality backup striker? Andrew discusses the new Spurs docuseries ‘All or Nothing’ on Amazon Prime, and how it displays the inner workings of the Club. Who are Wolves and what are they building with Portuguese players? We delve into Tifo Football’s video “The Hidden Factors Behind Football Transfers” to help unpack some of the details that go into this crucial time of the year, along with either/or scenarios of how certain transfers transpired. We close out by recapping the end of the Messi-Barcelona saga. Recorded on 9/5. You’ve been listening to The Porchmen Dialogues, a soccer podcast et al. Production by Andrew Hover (Twitter @AndrewHover_) Artwork by Adam Pane (IG @savilerowvisuals) E-mail us at theporchmendialogues@gmail.com Twitter: https://twitter.com/PorchmenTalk Facebook: https://facebook.com/ThePorchmenDialogues Instagram: @theporchmendialogues

Contract Dramedy

The Porchmen return with a recap of Stateside soccer, including the results of the MLS is Back Cup and an outlook on the future of the sport in America. We celebrate the conclusion of the Champions League in addition to the quick turnaround for the Premier League’s new season. An in-depth review of happenings at Barcelona, and the soap opera that is Lionel Messi’s contract dispute with the storied club. As always, a transfer window roundup for Spurs and United and what prospects remain. We close out with news of the Gospel of Fabrizio Romano. Recorded on 8/28. You’ve been listening to The Porchmen Dialogues, a soccer podcast et al. Production by Andrew Hover (Twitter @AndrewHover_) Artwork by Adam Pane (IG @savilerowvisuals) E-mail us at theporchmendialogues@gmail.com Twitter: https://twitter.com/PorchmenTalk Facebook: https://facebook.com/ThePorchmenDialogues Instagram: @theporchmendialogues