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522 episodes

7 months ago

In this episode of Forge Daily, host Steve Milton and head coach Bobby Smyrniotis discuss Forge FC's recent experience in the CONCACAF Champions Cup against CF Monterrey. They delve into the challenges faced during travel, the team's performance in the matches, and the integration of new players. Bobby emphasizes the importance of taking chances in high-stakes games and reflects on the potential of younger players. The conversation also touches on the upcoming season, rivalries, community eng...

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In this episode of Forge Daily, host Steve Milton and head coach Bobby Smyrniotis discuss Forge FC's recent experience in the CONCACAF Champions Cup against CF Monterrey. They delve into the challenges faced during travel, the team's performance in the matches, and the integration of new players. Bobby emphasizes the importance of taking chances in high-stakes games and reflects on the potential of younger players. The conversation also touches on the upcoming season, rivalries, community eng...

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Episodes (20/522)

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"We Need to Lift the Trophy" (Forge Daily 14/02/25, ft. Coach Bobby)

In this episode of Forge Daily, host Steve Milton and head coach Bobby Smyrniotis discuss Forge FC's recent experience in the CONCACAF Champions Cup against CF Monterrey. They delve into the challenges faced during travel, the team's performance in the matches, and the integration of new players. Bobby emphasizes the importance of taking chances in high-stakes games and reflects on the potential of younger players. The conversation also touches on the upcoming season, rivalries, community eng...

8 months ago

26 minutes

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“Didn’t work the first 2 times, maybe 3rd times the charm” (Forge Daily, 13/12/24)

In this episode, Mac & Milty dive into Forge FC's upcoming Concacaf Champions Cup matchup against Monterrey, set for February 5th at home and February 11th away. They discuss the challenges of playing at altitude, the potential for Daniel Parra's return, and the Canadian Championship draw that pits Forge against Halifax in the first round. Plus, a look at Monterrey's league aspirations and Coach Bobby's thoughts on cold weather as a home-field advantage. Chapters 0:00 Concacaf kic...

10 months ago

19 minutes

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“That’s the reality, it can’t be an excuse anymore” (Forge Daily, 11/12/24)

Welcome back to Forge Daily with your host, Mackenzie Barwell! In this episode, we dive into Forge FC's exciting Concacaf Champions Cup draw against CF Monterrey, the standout picks from the CPL U Sports Draft, and what it all means for Forge moving forward. Listen to hear Coach Bobby & Kyle Bekker’s thoughts on the news. Chapters: 0:50 CONCACAF draw 2:00 Bobby’s Comments! 4:50 Chat w/ Kyle Bekker’s 10:00 USports Draft Key Takeaways: Concacaf Champions Cup: Forge FC draws Liga M...

10 months ago

14 minutes

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The Full Story of Forge FC's 2024 Season (Forge Daily, 11/20/24)

Forge Daily – November 20, 2024 Join host Mackenzie Barwell as she reflects on Forge FC’s remarkable 2024 season. From hosting CHIVAS FC in the CONCACAF Champions Cup to securing monumental wins against CF Montréal and Toronto FC in the Canadian Championship, this episode celebrates Forge’s historic moments and unwavering resilience. Highlights include Kwasi Poku’s meteoric rise, the inaugural School Day Match, and a sixth consecutive CPL Final appearance. Tune in for key player insights, un...

11 months ago

17 minutes

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“This moment won’t define the season” (BTB S2FINALE)

Welcome to the final episode of Season 2! Today, Mackenzie and Coach Bobby wrap up the season by diving into Forge FC’s 2024 CPL final, their plans for the off-season, and reflecting on the year’s standout moments. Mackenzie also shares highlights from her Banff trip, recaps post-game player conversations, and talks about Coach Bobby’s end-of-season gift! Tune in! Key Takeaways: The Calgary pitch was frozen solid—no flame thrower needed!Coach Bobby reflects on this season as one of Forge’s ...

11 months ago

24 minutes

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"One team worked a little harder in the first 30 minutes.. " (Forge Daily, CPL Final)

Happy CPL Final Day, everyone! Join host Mackenzie Barwell as she checks in from Calgary, Alberta, recapping Forge FC’s intense 2-1 loss to Cavalry FC in the 2024 CPL Final. Mackenzie dives into the match's highs and lows, shares live fan reactions, and gives an inside look into the post-match press conference, featuring insights from coach Bobby Smyrniotis and Player of the Year, Tristan Borges. Despite the loss, Forge fans showed up in force and made themselves heard—experience the atmosphe...

12 months ago

10 minutes

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A Conversation with the 2024 CPL Player of the Year (Mac’s Access ft. Tristan Borges)

CPL Final -1! In this episode, Mac catches up with Borges on everything from the Forge FC playoff journey to life outside the game, personal milestones, and a few fun stories. They dive into Forge’s relentless playoff mentality, what it’s like being nominated for two prestigious CPL awards, and the importance of mental and physical self-care in sports. Plus, Borges shares memories from his early days, hilarious field banter, and his thoughts on Liam's Halloween impersonation of Coach Bobby! ...

12 months ago

26 minutes

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“To win a championship, you have to go through Forge” (Behind the Beard, S2E28)

Welcome back to Behind the Beard! The 2024 CPL final is quickly approaching and we're diving into it with Coach Bobby Smyrniotis. We'll break down Forge FC's recent 1-0 win over Atlético Ottawa, discuss key players' return, talk about CPL award nominations, and preview Forge's upcoming face-off with Cavalry FC. Plus, Coach Bobby shares insights into team mentality, playoff intensity, and personal coaching reflections—oh, and the fun choppiness that comes with playing a final AWAY. Key Takeaw...

12 months ago

24 minutes

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Forge FC Secures Sixth Consecutive CPL Final (Forge Daily, 11/04/24)

In this episode of Forge Daily, Mackenzie recaps Forge FC's pivotal 1-0 victory over Atlético Ottawa, securing their sixth consecutive CPL Final appearance. Mackenzie shares player reactions from practice, insights from the post-match press conference, and an analysis of the game’s key moments, including Malik Owolabi-Belewu’s winning header. She also previews the highly anticipated final showdown with Cavalry FC, highlighting key players to watch. Key Takeaways: Forge's Strong Lineup: ...

1 year ago

13 minutes

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Why David Choiniere Considers Playoffs the Easier Part of the Season… (Mac’s Access, 01/11/24)

In this episode of Mac's Access, host Mac sits down with Forge FC's Dav to chat about everything from his recent off-field activities to his thoughts on playing internationally and the mindset going into playoffs. They discuss his brother’s appearance in the Canada vs. Panama match alongside Forge’s own Kwasi, and dive into the team’s motivation and challenges ahead of Champions Cup play. Dav shares memorable moments from his career and reflects on how his calm demeanor serves him on and off ...

1 year ago

21 minutes

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"We gave ourselves the right to this opportunity" (Behind the Beard, S2E26)

In this semi-final episode of Behind the Beard, Mac and Coach Bobby dive into Forge FC’s journey through the CPL playoffs, starting with a deep dive into the first semi-final match. They discuss key player roles, highlight defensive heroics, and analyze the team’s dynamic adaptability. The episode covers press conference insights on resilience and mindset, and Bobby reflects on Kwasi Poku’s nomination for U-21 Canadian Player of the Year. Looking ahead to the next semi-final match against Atl...

1 year ago

24 minutes

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“The Path to Success is Not Always Linear” (Forge Daily, ft. Emery Welshman)

Welcome back to Forge Daily with your host, Mackenzie Barwell. In today’s episode, we dive into the intense clash between Forge FC and Cavalry FC in the CPL Semi-Finals—another chapter in what’s widely seen as the Canadian Premier League’s most heated rivalry. Mackenzie and Emery unpack the critical moments, the team’s response to challenges, and Coach Bobby Smyrniotis’ insights as Forge looks to rebound. They also preview Forge's upcoming matchup against Atlético Ottawa, where they fight for...

1 year ago

26 minutes

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Anticipating the Big Match - (Captain's Log 10/26/2024, ft. Mackenzie Barwell)

In this episode of Captain's Log, Kyle Bekker and Mitch Houlahan are joined by Digital Host Mackenzie Barwell and engage in a mix of light-hearted banter and deeper discussions about sports, personal rivalries, and the challenges of academic life. They share humorous anecdotes about ticket mix-ups and the dynamics of their podcast, while also reflecting on their media appearances and the public's perception of them. They delve into the behind-the-scenes dynamics of morning show life, share me...

1 year ago

59 minutes

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Kyle Bekker’s Potential Merch Design … (Mac’s Access, 25/10/24)

On this episode of Mac’s Access, Mac welcomes Kyle Bekker to dive into a mix of funny memories, season recaps, and personal growth since their last episode together. Plus, Bekks gives his take on trending Gen Alpha terms and shares what he’d put on his hypothetical “most used phrase” T-shirt. Key Takeaways Bekks reflects on how much they've grown since their first episode together and highlights key milestones, road trip memories, and hilarious training moments.A playful look at the team's ...

1 year ago

28 minutes

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“To be fair, all the symptoms of a ROBBERY were present” (Behind the Beard, ft. Jelani Smith)

Behind the Beard Season 2 Episode 25!! In today’s episode, Mackenzie and Coach Bobby discuss the result against Pacific, the upcoming playoff game vs Cavalry, and navigating Daniel Parra’s suspension. He share’s his thoughts on Forge’s rivalry with Cavalry and how it’s evolved over the past 6 years. BTB has it’s first official guest! Kadim played a crucial role defensively in central midfield, excelling in aerial duels. Coach Bobby highlighted that it was a great chance for him to step into...

1 year ago

28 minutes

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This Forge FC player could potentially MISS the 2024 CPL final.. (Forge Daily, 10/21/24)

In this episode of Forge Daily, host Mackenzie Barwell recaps Forge FC's final regular season game against Pacific FC, where a 1-0 loss closed the chapter on the 2024 regular season. With a look at the playoff picture, including the implications of the Tonybet Outcome games, Mackenzie prepares you for Forge's upcoming home playoff clash against arch-rivals Cavalry FC. Tune in for game highlights, stats, and what’s next as Forge FC aims for a fifth championship title! Key Takeaways: Forge FC...

1 year ago

9 minutes

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Kyle's Twilight Years - (Captain's Log 10/19/2024)

In this engaging conversation, Captain Kyle Bekker and Mitch Houlahan discuss various themes surrounding their recent game experiences, including reflections on team performance, fan engagement, ticketing issues, and the celebratory atmosphere following a trophy win. They also touch on personal anecdotes and the dynamics of their friendships, providing a humorous and insightful look into the world of sports and camaraderie. In this episode, the hosts engage in a light-hearted conversation abo...

1 year ago

35 minutes

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Correcting the Misinformation on Malik’s Transfer Market Page… (Mac’s Access, ft. Malik Owolabi-Belewu)

Malik is back for another edition of Mac’s Access! Today, he and Mackenzie discuss a variety of topics including Malik’s launch of his clothing brand, supporting Kwasi in his national team debut, and clarify some misinformation on his transfer market page. After covering some serious topics like his goals in the CPL and national aspirations, Malik share’s some funny iPhone habits …. Key Takeaways: Malik’s clothing brand ‘Arcane’ is live! You can support his business here:Kwasi called Malik ...

1 year ago

19 minutes

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“This game will look ALOT different than October 27th” (Behind the Beard, S2E24)

Behind the Beard, Season 2 Episode 23! Mackenzie and Forge FC head coach Bobby Smyrniotis recap the match against Atlético Ottawa and discuss the team's mindset heading into the playoffs. Bobby reflects on the balance between celebrating achievements and maintaining focus for the playoffs. They also dive into the psychology of playing under pressure and how Forge tends to excel when stakes are high. KeyTakeaways: The key focus in these final regular season games is on performance; the resul...

1 year ago

20 minutes

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“Its based on a body of work, not a single game” (Forge Daily, 14/10/24)

In this episode of Forge Daily, host Mackenzie Barwell recaps Forge FC’s 2-0 loss to Atlético Ottawa in their second last regular-season match. Mackenzie discusses the game’s key moments, the impact on Forge's playoff path, and the celebratory shield lift despite the tough result. She also looks ahead to the final regular-season clash against Pacific FC and discusses what’s at stake for the league standings. Key Takeaways: Forge FC's 2-0 loss to Atlético Ottawa was marked by a slow start, e...

1 year ago

11 minutes