Electric Gold: A Nashville SC Supporter Podcast

June 24, 2024: You've Got the Touch, You've Got the Power

In this episode, the boys celebrate Nashville SC's first bona-fide win streak of the season.  They recap a satisfying game versus NYCFC, worry about the rising star power of Jakob Shaffleburg and marvel at the accuracy of Evan's Tyler Boyd predictions.  They throw some praise on Josh Bauer, but save their biggest praise for the god-like Walker Zimmerman while also wondering what it was like to be cool in school. They lament the lackluster enforcement of supporter section rules in Geodis Park, reminisce fondly over Franklin, KY's Frosty Freeze and the Snow White Diner in Lebanon, TN. Then, they get serious with a Mount Rushmore ranking of their favorite superhero movies of all time, and highlight why Batman was a fascist.  Finally, they preview the upcoming match versus Miami, make some more bold predictions and enter the week as confident as they've been all season.  And they drink beer.

June 19, 2024: Me, Myself & Sam

The boys are back from their break, and they're coming in hot celebrating a come-from-behind victory for Nashville SC in Toronto.  In this episode, the boys herald the return to form for Sam Surridge, and they observe how much the super striker reminds them of Corey Haim.  They also talk about the lost boy Brian Anunga, dream a little dream about Rumba Munthali getting a license to drive the NSC car on his own, and they belt out some Toad the Wet Sprocket.  And there's a winner in the great supporter chant contest!  Finally, the boys conclude with some hopeful predictions for Tyler Boyd in the upcoming match versus NYCFC.  And they drink beer.

June 2, 2024: The God Particle

In this episode, the boys ride the highest of highs with the win versus FC Cincinnati, and then trod the lowest of the lows with the loss at home to New England.  They celebrate some smart performances against Nashville SC's most hated rival, including a throwback performance from Hany Mukhtar that makes them want to party like it's 2021.  Then, they wonder if it might be a good idea for Apple TV to black out home games(!), discuss the lack of chemistry in Nashville's offense and ponder whether a benching is in order, and they dissect the specific tactics that allowed the team to beat a leader in the standings but lose to a cellar dweller.  Finally, they make some bold predictions for the second half of the season and then revel in the amazing ability of the Simpsons to predict most of recent history with such astonishing accuracy. Plus, they announce a contest that YOU can actually win!  And they drink beer.

May 27, 2024: In the Air Tonight

In this episode, the boys lament a lackluster performance by Nashville SC in Montreal, scratch their heads at the offensive woes and wonder about where all the chemistry has gone between Nashville SC's best players.  Then, they ruminate on how awesome a Wrexham-style NSC documentary would be, they praise Phil Collins, and they write their own songs to add to the Supporter Section's repertoire.  Finally, they look ahead to games against Cincinnati and New England, expose some of their guilty pleasures, and geek out over 90's female R&B artists and ESPECIALLY JANET JACKSON.  And if you couldn't tell by this summary, they also drink beer.

May 25, 2024: Tailgate Edition - Prepping Like Wade Boggs

This is a special gameday mini-episode!  In this short Tailgate Edition, the boys talk about their favorite pre-game bars around Nashville, they discuss the craziest pre-game rituals and superstitions, and they talk about what they'd like to see interim coach Rumba Munthali do differently in the upcoming match versus Montreal.  And they don't drink beer, but Wade Boggs sure does.

May 19, 2024: The Great Nashville Coach-Off Begins

In this episode, the boys get down to business talking about the somewhat-surprising firing of Nashville SC's long-time coach, Gary Smith.  They ruminate on possible replacement options, and even get a little help from a special guest.  Then, they review the highs and lows of the week, get excited about Tyler Boyd's efforts the past few games, share some hot takes about the  recent crowds at Geodis Park, and they bemoan the invasion of the cicadas.  They wrap up by looking ahead to the next game versus CF Montreal.  And they drink beer.

May 13, 2024: The Curse of Cash is Real

In this episode, the boys bring the receipts on the Charlotte game and GaryBall in general.  The conclusion is... well, it's not good.   Jon shares about his visit from beyond and we finally understand what the real problem with Nashville SC is this season - they are cursed by the legend himself.  Then, they boys veer away from soccer to celebrate their favorite teachers as the school year comes to a close.  Finally, they manage to remain optimistic as they preview the upcoming week for NSC.  And they drink beer.

May 11, 2024: Tailgate Edition - It's Time to Party

This is a special gameday mini-episode!  In this short Tailgate Edition, the boys talk about their favorite food when viewing Nashville SC from home, they run through their best hype music for the upcoming match, and they chat about what NSC needs to do to score some points on the road versus Charlotte.  And they don't drink beer, but they probably wish they were.

May 5, 2024: You Can Be My Wingman Anytime

In this very positive episode, the boys revel in a much needed victory for Nashville SC over CF Montreal.  They note the obvious similarities between the recent match and the 1683 Siege of Vienna, and they celebrate the hat trick for Super Sam Surridge.  Then, they draw comparisons between Dru Yearwood's recent play and vintage Val Kilmer performances before Evan drops a doozey of a hot take on everyone.  Despite their best efforts to hate Canada, they just can't do it, but they can love Rush and Joni Mitchell.  Then, they look ahead to matches against Charlotte and Toronto, make some much more positive predictions than recent weeks, and they drink beer. 

April 30, 2024: The Answer to Life, the Universe and Everything

In this episode, the boys get existential with a nuanced discussion on nature versus nurture and whether or not we all have free will, and whether that's the reason that NSC continues to struggle.  They review the draw against San Jose, and they also discuss why Brad Pitt is full of it and moneyball doesn't actually work.  Then, they celebrate Hany Mukhtar's 100th MLS goal with a Mount Rushmore celebration of his greatest goals (along with the greatest rewatchable television shows of all time).  They preview the upcoming week versus Montreal and Charlotte, and make some predictions about what to expect for the team in May.  And they drink beer.