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Hosted by Laurel Pfahler · sports · EN-US · 188 episodes
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.
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Signup to Generate a PitchIn-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.
Queen City Press Podcast is hosted by Laurel Pfahler. The show has published 188 episodes to date.
Recent episodes include "Next 90: 'Hell is Real' therapy, onto FC Cincinnati vs. D.C. United" (21 October 2026, 60 minutes), "Next 90: Vibes going into 'Hell is Real' with MLS on Apple TV's Jake Zivin" (16 October 2026, 76 minutes), and "Next 90: A welcome break, big thanks to Tyler" (2 October 2026, 44 minutes).
Queen City Press Podcast publishes roughly a few times a week, with episodes averaging 40 minutes across 188 episodes.
Booking probability for Queen City Press Podcast is 36%, and the host is rated Selective on guests. Queen City Press Podcast requires a Pod Score of 80 or higher. Queen City Press Podcast's contact route on record: verified email.
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Laurel Pfahler hosts Queen City Press Podcast, a sports show with 188 episodes published.
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We changed things up a bit this week with a unique Sunday night game and two matches against D.C. United looming for FC Cincinnati, so paid subscribers to the Insider Show will receive that next episode later this week...
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MLS on Apple TV play-by-play announcer Jake Zivin joins to discuss the fallout from FC Cincinnati's loss to New England and helps preview the Sunday Night Soccer "Hell is Real" derby against Columbus Crew. Before that...
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Big things are ahead for Tyler, and this is sadly his last show, but before he says farewell -- and Laurel gives a big thanks for helping get this podcast started -- there's still FC Cincinnati topics to discuss. (And...
Episode #185
FC Cincinnati dropped a stunning 3-1 loss at CF Montreal on Saturday in a game the opponent originally tried to get postponed because of concerns for player safety with just three outfield players available on the bench...
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MLS on Apple TV's Josh Eastern joins to talk about FC Cincinnati's "must-win"-like game at CF Montreal and how new blood could help a depleted visiting lineup amid the international window. But first, Laurel and Tyler...
Episode #184
Laurel and Eric discuss FC Cincinnati's comeback draw at Houston Dynamo, the big picture with nine games left, the signing of Tyrell Malacia and more. We wrap up with a couple of mailbag questions. Be sure to check out...
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MLS on Apple TV's Carlos Mauricio Ramirez joined to discuss the vibes going into FC Cincinnati's match at Houston Dynamo FC on Saturday, but first, there's a ton of news to discuss. Laurel and Tyler recap Chris...
Episode #183
Steve the Squirrel invaded the pitch and became a nice distraction for the crowd watching FC Cincinnati trail Charlotte FC on Saturday before the Orange and Blue rallied in stoppage time for a 3-3 draw. We discuss the...
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MLS on Apple TV's Lori Lindsey joined to discuss FC Cincinnati's woes after a 5-0 loss to Philadelphia, the impact a sudden departure of a leader like Matt Miazga can have on a team, how the Orange and Blue can get out...
Episode #182
FC Cincinnati's game against D.C. United was postponed after almost three hours of delay, but that was probably a good thing for the team now dealing with the departure of Matt Miazga on top of Sami Gidi being...
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MLS on Apple TV's Nate Bukaty joined the Next 90 to help break down FC Cincinnati's summer transfer window and the state of the team going into Saturday's game against D.C. United. Laurel and Tyler discuss the two new...
Episode #181
Laurel and Eric discuss a disappointing 4-0 loss at Nashville SC, amid fans' frustration with the lack of movement in the transfer window. Will FC Cincinnati make any additions before the summer window closes 11:59 p.m...
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MLS on Apple TV's Tony Husband joined the show to discuss FC Cincinnati's big week with an important match at Nashville SC on Saturday and the approaching close of the transfer window Sept. 2. He shares insight into why...
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FC Cincinnati was on the verge of a six-point week but ended up with a 1-1 draw against a struggling Seattle Sounders FC team Saturday. Laurel and Eric discuss what felt like a loss, rotation, centerback usage and...
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CORRECTION: Obinna Nwobodo is two away from yellow card accumulation suspension. He has four cards, but went five games without one and received the “good behavior” reward, taking one off his count. Evander and Matt...
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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...
Episode #178
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...
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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...
Episode #177
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...
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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...
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