Queen City Press Podcast

In-depth FC Cincinnati coverage in audio form to supplement written content from Queen City Press publisher Laurel Pfahler, a professional journalist who covers the team full-time. The Queen City Press Podcast now features two weekly shows, including a paid subscriber-supported "Insider" show that provides exclusive access to full interviews with players and staff, the ability to submit a question for Laurel to ask of a player or coach and more. This show is hosted by the spouse team of Laurel and Eric Pfahler, a former sports writer who enjoys watching and talking soccer, and it generally publishes Mondays. As of February 2026, we have added a second weekly "preview" show to break down the upcoming weekend match, share brief clips of interviews and more. MLSSoccer.com's Tyler Snipes joins Laurel on Fridays for this ad-supported, publicly available show. These podcasts provide a unique perspective from inside the training grounds and locker room of FC Cincinnati.

Queen City Press Podcast is a sports podcast hosted by Laurel Pfahler, with 170 episodes on record and a Required Pod Score of 80. PitchCentric scores this show on Booking Probability, Listen Score, and live audience signals refreshed every 24 hours.

Laurel Pfahler hosts Queen City Press Podcast, a sports show with 170 episodes published.

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  Next 90: FC Cincinnati's exit from Leagues Cup, on to Orlando with MLS on Apple TV's Evan Weston

  Aug 13, 20261h 25m

  In the latest 'Next 90' episode, Laurel and Tyler discuss FC Cincinnati's late meltdown in a 2-1 loss to Atlas FC to end its Leagues Cup tournament (the team was officially eliminated with post-recording results Wednesday night), transfer window action/inaction and the upcoming match at Orlando City on Saturday. MLS on Apple TV's Evan Weston joins to discuss the state of the team, whether FCC can afford to consider a sale of Kevin Denkey and how Orlando has changed with Antoine Griezmann's arrival and more. We skipped the Patreon Press Pass segment this episode, but be sure to subscribe as an 'Insider' ($6/month, or $65 annually) to submit your own questions for Laurel to ask of a player or staff member, and you'll hear/see the responses on an upcoming Next 90 episode. This episode is available on Apple Podcasts, Spotify and YouTube. Like and subscribe to our Queen City Press channels! Special thanks to Hoist for sponsoring the show. Your company could be represented in this podcast and other Queen City Press content and social media channels, as well. For more information, reach out at thequeencitypress@gmail.com .

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  Episode #178

  [PREVIEW] Insider Show Ep. 178: Lost and found

  Aug 9, 20261 min

  Laurel and Eric discuss FC Cincinnati's 2-0 win over Pumas in the second game of Leagues Cup Phase One and what to make of the team's first clean sheet since April 25. Hear Evan Louro talk about it in a postgame interview, as well. We wrap up with a couple mailbag questions. Be sure to check out more content on YouTube , and hit that like and subscribe button! Special thanks to Queen City Press sponsors: Hoist ( @DrinkHoist ), 333seat.com ; BISON USA CORP , Agustin Caceres (@ caceresagustin ), Rhinehaus ( @RhinehausOTR ), The Richards Firm , The Cincinnati Lions ( @AVFC_Cincinnati ), Bucklew Insurance (@ bucklewinsurance ), Mark Godsey, The Hart Family, Adam Weigand, The Stumpf Family, Roger Hayner, Mike Hudson, Duke Thomas (#UpTheGarys), Matt ( @FCCincinnatus ), Bryan Weigel, Nick Armstrong, David McDaniel, the Rexroad Family, Tim Miller, The Crenshaw Family, Michael Crawford ( @mccrawf7 ) and Tom Niehaus. Join the sponsorship tier (check your membership settings) to have your name, organization or business recognized as well. Or reach out for a media kit for more significant partnership and advertising opportunities.

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  Next 90: Sacha Kljestan chimes in on FC Cincinnati's form, strong start in Leagues Cup

  Aug 7, 202648 min

  In the latest 'Next 90' episode, Laurel and Tyler discuss FC Cincinnati's 3-1 win over Pachuca to open Leagues Cup and what it means for Game 2 on Friday against Pumas. MLS on Apple TV studio host Sacha Kljestan joins to give his thoughts on the team, how things look for Leagues Cup and what FC Cincinnati needs in the transfer window. Kevin Denkey answers the question about his decision to dye his hair in a short Patreon Press Pass segment. Be sure to subscribe as an 'Insider' ($6/month, or $65 annually) to submit your own questions for Laurel to ask of a player or staff member, and you'll hear/see the responses on an upcoming Next 90 episode. This episode is available on Apple Podcasts, Spotify and YouTube. Like and subscribe to our YouTube channel at YouTube.com/@QueenCityPress. Email thequeencitypress@gmail.com for business inquiries and to access a media kit for sponsorship/advertising opportunities.

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  Episode #177

  [PREVIEW] Insider Show Ep. 177: Assist of the Year

  Aug 3, 20265 min

  Laurel and Eric discuss FC Cincinnati's 4-2 win over San Jose Earthquakes, whether Evander is at peak-Lucho Acosta form, thoughts on the defense and what Leagues Cup is all about this year. Plus, hear interviews with Evander and Obinna Nwobodo, who was grateful to get an assist on Evander's wonder goal. We wrap up with a couple mailbag questions. Be sure to check out more content on YouTube , and hit that like and subscribe button! Special thanks to Queen City Press sponsors: Hoist ( @DrinkHoist ), 333seat.com ; BISON USA CORP , Agustin Caceres (@ caceresagustin ), Rhinehaus ( @RhinehausOTR ), The Richards Firm , The Cincinnati Lions ( @AVFC_Cincinnati ), Bucklew Insurance (@ bucklewinsurance ), Mark Godsey, The Hart Family, Adam Weigand, The Stumpf Family, Roger Hayner, Mike Hudson, Duke Thomas (#UpTheGarys), Matt ( @FCCincinnatus ), Bryan Weigel, Nick Armstrong, David McDaniel, the Rexroad Family, Tim Miller, The Crenshaw Family, Michael Crawford ( @mccrawf7 ) and Tom Niehaus. Join the sponsorship tier (check your membership settings) to have your name, organization or business recognized as well. Or reach out for a media kit for more significant partnership and advertising opportunities.

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  Next 90: FC Cincinnati all-stars, previewing San Jose with MLS on Apple TV's Bruno Vain

  Jul 30, 20261h 3m

  Back with another 'Next 90!' Tyler shares what he learned at the MLS All-Star events in Charlotte, Laurel shares a clip of her interview with Evander (check out the full thing on the Insider Show ) and the co-hosts discuss the aftereffects of FC Cincinnati's loss to Columbus and the impact on preparation for San Jose this weekend. MLS on Apple TV play-by-play announcer Bruno Vain joins to help break down both opponents ahead of Saturday's match, and you'll also hear about Nick Hagglund's and Evan Louro's favorite TV shows in this week's Patreon Press Pass segment. Be sure to subscribe as an 'Insider' ($6/month, or $65 annually) to submit your own questions for Laurel to ask of a player or staff member, and you'll hear/see the responses on an upcoming Next 90 episode. This episode is available on Apple Podcasts, Spotify and YouTube. Like and subscribe to our YouTube channel at YouTube.com/@QueenCityPress.

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