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New Season #3 - Episode #2 - Marc Dos Santos
Season #3 - Episode #2 - Former Whitecaps Manager Marc Dos Santos joins the Snobs to talk about his career! Marc is absolutely candid and honest, and in this interview you will hear a managers honest opinion about life in the soccer world! What does Marc think of this new generation of players? Did Marc come close to coming back to Ottawa in the CPL? Hear about his time in Brazil when everyone counted him out. So so much more in this great interview ! And don't miss the Rapid Fire with Marc, and a special segment at the end; Marc Dos Santos or Phil Dos Santos!




Season #3 - Episode #1 - Jamar Dixon
Season #3 - Episode #1 - The Snobs start season 3 off with a BANG! CPL Champion and Ottawa soccer star Jamar Dixon. The Snobs hold nothing back and ask Jamar everything! From winning the title, to leaving the Fury, to getting called up to the national team all the way to which Pacific player spends the most time on his hair! Jamar is an enlightening interview and doesn't hold back. Find out what life is life in the CPL and what it takes to forge a career out in professional soccer.




Season #2 - Bonus - The Snobs reunite - Jason Whiting on soccer in Ireland
Season #2 - Bonus - The Snobs Reunite!!! - Lost Snob Jason Whiting is found and the Snobs talk about his time in Ireland. Jason has been coaching youth soccer in Ireland and his kids have been playing there as well. What is the same and what is different to Canada? Listen in as Jason gives a really positive review of coaching here in Canada. Jason and his boys have had some really awesome experiences over there. A fascinating episode make sure you tune in!!!!




Season #2 - Bonus - Canada Soccer 2021 A year in review
Season #2 - Bonus - What a year Canada soccer has had in 2021! Both the women's and men's teams have achieved so much and perhaps had the best years ever for either program. The feel good factor around both teams and the positivity coming from these programs are at an all time high. The Snobs review the success from 2021 in their latest bonus episode. The Snobs have suffered with Canada in the dark times and are now just beaming with pride for our national teams. The Snobs don't hold back in who they think should be dropped however moving forward in perhaps a controversial opinion. Tune in and feel good about Soccer in Canada!




Season #2 - Bonus - Kitmas
Season #2 - Bonus - The Snobs joined in with Paul Watsons Kitmas initiative to create the first international branch. The soccer community in Ottawa came together and raised over $8,100 and were able to get over 220 jerseys for kids this year. What an amazing first year. Listen in as the Snobs tell you how it happened and who were so helpful in making it all happen.




Season #2 - Episode #31 - Season Finale - Kayza Massey
Season #2 - Episode #31 - WHAT an episode for us to close Season 2 with. Kayza Massey from Ghana to Canada and to West Virginia. Kayza’s story is incredible. Adopted by her mother Karen Massey when she was just 2 months old from an orphanage in Ghana. Kayza grew up in Ottawa but played in the U17 World Cup for Ghana, helping them reach the Quarter Finals. She then made the switch to Canada 2 years later and played in another U17 World Cup. From there Kayza has gone from strength to strength making the Canada U20 team and earning a scholarship to NCAA powerhouse West Virginia University. An incredible story that is even better when you actually listen to Kayza talk. Both Marc and Stephen were blown away at her positive attitude and inspiring messages. This is one you can listen to multiple times and is a must listen for any players out there looking to progress in their careers.




Season #2 - Episode #30 - Have you ever wanted to talk to a soccer agent to ask him what goes on behind the scenes? Well the Snobs were fortunate to be able to talk to one of the top agents out there in Pranay Kapuria. Pranay works for Sporting Group International and represents 4 Indian National team members amongst others. Pranay was a fascinating interview. Learn the ins and outs of negotiating in this episode along with what really goes on with players, their agents and the clubs. Pranay has spent time with his company in England and represented players there as well. The Snobs also took time after to discuss all that they learnt from Pranay. They also took a turn to the crazy side with Marc once again asking some interesting questions that only he could come up with.




Season #2 - Episode #29 - Nicky Law - Glasgow Rangers
Season #2 - Episode #29 - Want to know what it's like to take a penalty in an old firm game? What type of abuse would you get on twitter for playing poorly? Nicky Law joined Rangers at their lowest point and helped drag them up the divisions and back to the premiership. From the lows of drawing at Stranraer to the highs of being Rangers top goal scorer Nicky had an eventful time at Glasgow Rangers. Oh yeah and he has had amazing spells at Bradford City and Motherwell under Stuart McCall his mentor. He now plies his trade for Indy Eleven in the USL. Nicky is calm and cool and an awesome interview.




Season #2 - Episode #28 - Jason Whiting's farewell!!
Season #2 - Episode #28 - Jason says farewell to Canada, but not to the Snobs. Jason has moved to Dublin, Ireland where he will teach and coach soccer. We will follow Jason's coaching as well as his sons journey in Europe. What is different and what is the same? In this episode the Snobs say goodbye and get into some really useless conversation lead by Marc asking some of his best questions yet. Don't worry there is lots of soccer talk to keep everyone interested and some strong opinions as usual. Listen and say goodbye to Jason yourself.




Season #2 - Episode #27 - NCAA D1 coach Marc Hubbard
Season #2 - Episode #27 - Marc Hubbard head coach of perennial top 25 program New Hampshire joins the Snobs. Marc answers all of the Snobs and the listeners questions about getting a scholarship to a Division 1 school. He discusses what to do and what not to do. How to make a proper resume and what to send coaches as far as video’s etc. Where do coaches go to look for players? What are the chances of a full scholarship? What do international students like Canadians need to think about? Why ID Camps at the school really are a good idea. The Snobs couldn’t have asked for a better coach to come on and provide just a wealth of knowledge for those looking to go to the USA and play NCAA soccer. Oh and if you aren’t looking for a scholarship he’s a great listen into the mind of a coach trying to build a winning program. Marc hits on all levels! Enjoy this one.




Season #2 - Episode #26 - Stephen Constantine
Season #2 - Episode #26 - I don’t think you can find someone more interesting to have on a podcast than Stephen Constantine. He has managed 5 international teams (India, Malawi, Sudan, Rwanda, Nepal), he has coaching licenses from around the globe (FIFA instructor, UEFA Pro License, USSF A, etc.) and he’s managed club teams in Cyprus and Greece to coaching at Millwall. Stephen’s story is amazing and inspiring. Oh, did I mention he has scored a goal in Nepal playing against the Prince and had a goat beheaded as a result? What about watching as his GK coach beat up a pitch intruder? He had over 10,000 fans at the airport as he returned a hero from winning India’s first trophy in years. He watched on as the Millwall chairman dropped $10,000 on the dressing room floor for the players to get a result. Anyone serious about coaching should also listen to this episode as Stephen discusses coaching youth and adult players. Some really good nuggets come from him for those looking to improve as a coach.




Season #2 - Episode #25 - R. Stewart Thompson Canadian owner of Peterborough United
Season #2 - Episode #25 - Ever wanted to know what it's like to own a massive professional club? Well snob nation here it is! We catch up with Canadian owner of Peterborough United in the English championship! How on earth did he get involved in this? Is he interested in owning a CPL team? What does the R. mean in his name? It's a new format catch the snobs talk all about team ownership before the interview! This is a must listen to any fan!!




Season #2 - Episode #24 - Robin Singh
Season #2 - Episode #24 - Huge episode for the Snobs this week as Indian Super League and National team star Robin Singh joins us. Robin talks about his career with such illustrious teams as East Bengal, Delhi Dynamos, ATK and of course the national team. From going to Adriano's house for lunch to playing with John Arne Riise, Florent Malouda and Roberto Carlos, Robin is never short of a good story! An incredible career and an incredible guy Robin's insight's into the game are truly behind the scenes stuff.




Season #2 - Episode #23 - The Snobs go live with Rob Gale and Carl Haworth
Season #2 - Episode #23 - SNOBS GO LIVE! This is a recording of the Soccer Snobs hitting the LIVE airwaves on Cap City Beats! Shawn Edward from No Holds Barred joins. DO NOT miss this show - the boys take a ton of questions from a live chat with our listeners. We have some celebrity guests phone in including Rob Gale or Snob Gale, Carl Haworth and a surprise local legend! We also go on to discuss numerous big topics Mourinho to Roma, where will they finish? A segment called Back or Sack where we back or sack managers. All this and a ton more!




Season #2 - Episode #22 - Rylee Foster, Liverpool FC and the Canadian Women's National team
Season #2 - Episode #22 - The Snobs finally got a Goalkeeper on the show. Rylee Foster joins the Snobs. What an awesome human being she is, positive, funny and competitive. Rylee is just starting out her career and is going to be a really good one. Already established at Liverpool FC and the Women’s national team. Rylee answers all of our listener questions as well as some of the standard crazy Snob questions. What national team colleague does Rylee choose to play GK if none of the GK’s are available, who would she choose to fly the plane if the pilot suffered a mid flight heart attack and who has a “palm stinging” shot?




Season #2 - Episode #21 - Free Soccer Tim Adams
Episode #21 Free Soccer Tim Adams - Founder and CEO of
Free Play for kids in Edmonton. You don't know the name? You should, and hopefully you will, because this idea that he has created into a reality is something every city in the entire world should have. Free soccer for youth. FREE. Find out all about his program, how he does it, how its run, the struggles, and the feel good stories about literally saving kids. This guy is a real pioneer, and listening to this can only improve everyone's mentality, and bring us back down to earth about what is really important in youth sports. The snobs stick around after and have a chat, some laughs, and jays asks the absolutely most insane question to the snobs! A must listen!




Season #2 - Episode #20 – A country with over a billion people - but only 104 in the FIFA rankings? Why? We sit down with Iain Hume, an Indian Super League legend and learn all about the inner workings, and life in India. What animal did he see being walked outside beside his team bus? What Club in India has the best fans? Hume also takes listener questions from fans in India in this show!!! If you don't fall in love with Indian football after this show I don't know what to tell you! Please give if you can to help the people in India right now who are experiencing a horrible wave of Covid: Donate




Season #2 - Episode #19 - David Wotherspoon
Season #2 - Episode #19 – Canadian Men's National Team Player David Wotherspoon - The Snobs sit down for a conversation with 2 time cup winner at St. Johnstone Football Club, and recent star of Canada's World Cup qualifying matches David Wotherspoon! David talks about him obtaining his Canadian passport and how it came to be, about playing under Herdman, and does he use gift cards or just hang onto them in his wallet? Many hilarious questions about the men's national team camp, and how does Jason pronounce James Rodriguez?? Its absolutely shocking don't miss this episode to find out!




Season #2 - Episode #18 - Super League with a twist
Season #2 - Episode #18 – Super League with a twist - The Snobs aren't a news of the day type Podcast but the Super League is tough to ignore. The Snobs discuss it with a twist from Marc. Also who would the Snobs support IF their teams did join the Super League? International vs club management, what is harder, what would you rather manage? Would the Snobs agree to a NetFlix series following them around while coaching? Oh and a shocking story of a player getting cut, all that and much more! The Snobs had fun with this one.




Season #2 - Episode #17 - Lewes FC "Gender Equality FC"
Season #2 - Episode #17 – Lewes FC “Gender Equality FC” - Sometimes things work out perfectly. The Snobs couldn’t be happier to be releasing our Lewes FC episode today, on the heels of the greedy Super League news. Lewes FC is the exact opposite to these clubs and their greed. Lewes FC is a community owned club with high standards and values. For example both the men’s and women’s teams are paid equally garnering them the nickname Equality FC. They do not take sponsorship from gambling sites and in fact fight corruption in soccer. The club is community owned with the goal of having the most owners in the world. 1 vote 1 person. We were extremely lucky to get the charismatic and elegantly spoken
Karen Dobres to join us and speak about the club. Her passion for the club comes out in the episode. Oh and why is their ground called the Dripping Pan???




Season #2 - Episode #16 - Back to our Roots
Season #2 - Episode #16 - Back to our Roots - The Snobs back together on their own this week to talk about managers getting big jobs too soon, One Soccer and is it really good for Canadian soccer, and get into our Over/Under Rated segment! We also tell some stories about how we have been ripped off and duped by telemarketers or fake websites. All this and a TON more check it out!




Season #2 - Episode #15 - Canadian National Team player Jordyn Listro
Season #2 - Episode #15 - Jordyn Listro - Want to hear a story about someone who just LOVES the game, never gave up and overcame all obstacles in front of her to succeed? Then listen to this story of how Jordyn Listro persevered and made it to the NWSL as a professional and the Canadian Women's National team. Out of the game for almost 2 years Jordyn's drive, determination and belief saw her get signed by the Orlando Pride in the NWSL and to reach her ultimate goal of playing for the National team.




Season #2 - Episode #14 - Nick Dasovic
Season #2 - Episode #14 - Nick Dasovic - What a great interview this one was. Nic tells us about his early days at Dynamo Zagreb where he learnt how to fight and become a professional. To his days with the National team and St. Johnstone were he had his best playing days helping an unfancied club reach the top of the Scottish game and compete with Celtic and Rangers! Nick is now a coach with the Vancouver Whitecaps and has spent time coaching in the youth national teams as well. His down to earth attitude and wit are a joy to listen to. His advice to coaches out there is a must listen. Join the Snobs and Nick Dasovic for another amazing show!




Season #2 - Episode #13 - Paul Watson
Season #2 - Episode #13 - Paul Watson - Youngest International Manager in the world! If you want a real interesting story, so interesting its a book! Then stop right here, and listen to this man. Paul Watson has travelled the entire Globe managing in Countries like Mongolia, Pohnpei, Bangladesh and many others! He has helped non FIFA recognized countries organize and compete in International tournaments! Find out how he did all this, and a LOT more in our show. Its hilarious, and in between the hilarity, we see Paul's soul and how all this is done completely unselfishly and how many people he has helped around the world. An ABSOLUTELY MUST LISTEN.




Season #2 - Episode #12 - Iain McMenemy, the Chairman of Stenhousemuir Football Club
Season #2 - Episode #12 - Chairman of a European Football Club - Ever wonder what it was like to be the in charge of a professional Football Club? Well wonder no more!!! We are joined by Iain McMenemy, the Chairman of Stenhousemuir Football Club in Scotland. He talks to the snobs about what its like day to day running a Club, how he battles the Scottish FA for the lower leagues, and how Scottish football can learn from the CPL! This is absolutely fascinating you won't regret tuning into this one!




Season #2 - Episode #11 - Joé Fournier Louis Riel Sport d'étude




Season #2 - Episode #10 - Stephen Hart Canadian National Team and Halifax Wanderers coach
Season #2 - Episode #10 - Stephen Hart former Canadian National Team coach and current Halifax Wanderers coach joins the Snobs. What a wealth of knowledge and a refreshing talk. Stephen talks honestly about Canada's 8-1 loss to Honduras and the lead up to the game. His thoughts on coaching and his experiences in the game are insightful. A must listen to for any Canada soccer fan and coaches out there, get your masters lesson done by listening to Stephen today.




Season #2 - Episode #9 - Former Portugal, Benfica star and Canadian national team coach Tony Fonseca
Season #2 - Episode #9 - What more can one guest bring to the table? You want international soccer? Tony discusses his time with Portugal. Major European soccer? Well how is Benfica and his time there? Did you want to hear from someone who coached our National team as well as Olympic team? Check, Tony's done that and tells us about it. Coach talk? Check. Funny stories? Check. All these and even more from an intriguing person with loads of experience and some incredible stories. Listen to his playing story about fainting on the field as well as his role in identifying Alphonso Davies.




Season #2 - Episode #8 - The CSA and Women's Soccer – One Soccer's Laura Armstrong
Season #2 - Episode #8 - Snob Steve takes over as host while the Snobs are joined today by One Soccer's Laura Armstrong to discuss different issues in the women's game in Canada and with the CSA. Is there a plan for the Canadian MLS Clubs to start women's Teams? We get some inside info here. What about the CPL? Why do Canadians have to go overseas? How is the internet connection? Find out some great inside info, with this amazing journalist!




Season #2 - Episode #7 - Vanessa Gilles Canada Women’s National Team
Season #2 - Episode #7 - Vanessa Gilles star of the recent She Believes Cup tournament with the Canadian Women’s National team joins the Snobs this week! Vanessa fresh off her player of the match performance against the powerhouse American team speaks with the Snobs about her career. Growing up in Ottawa, going to school at the University of Cincinnati moving to Cyprus and then now to Girondins Bordeaux Vanessa continues to rise in the soccer ranks. Based on her recent national team performances is she going to move? Or did she sign a new deal with Bordeaux? Vanessa fit in perfectly with the Snobs, her sense of humour is top notch and she even may be the biggest joker/prankster in the National team. Find out, what her favourite snack was before matches in high school, you will NEVER guess! Tune in to find out.




Season #2 - Episode #6 - Carl Haworth




Season #2 - Episode #5 - Thomas Gronnemark Liverpool Throw In Coach




Season #2 - Episode #4 - Duane Rollins




Season #2 - Episode #3 - Ben Fisk Atletico Ottawa
Season 2 - Episode 3 - Ben Fisk - Atletico Ottawa first EVER signing Ben Fisk joins the snobs today! Ben Fisk is a star midfielder for Atletico Ottawa in the Canadian Premier League. What place was Ben in jersey sales in the CPL last season? Why did he leave Pacific FC to join Ottawa? What was a day in the life in the bubble at the Island games? Does Ben own a pair of snowshoes? Can he get Atletico Madrid tickets before Marc? All this and a ton more with Ben follow by a Snob chat; did the boys ever wear cover up in high school? Oh no.. Enjoy!




Season #2 - Episode #2 - Emily Wilson
Season #2 - Episode #2 - Emily Wilson Canadian journalist and Real Madrid super fan - In our first 30/30 episode Spanish soccer expert Emily Wilson joins the snobs! What happened during the first women's Madrid derby that shocked the snobs? Who does she believe is the most underrated real Madrid player? What outrageous drink is Emily's go to while writing articles? Find out more and listen to the snobs post interview! Follow her on twitter: @wilson_emt






Season #2 - Episode #1 - Iain Hume
Season #2 - Episode #1 - You want raw honest opinions? You have come to the right show! Iain Hume is as honest as they come as the snobs talk to him about his career with Canada, England and India! He holds no punches about former managers and we delve into his horrific life threatening head injury. Don't miss this one folks!!!!




Episode #37 - Patrice Bernier
Episode #37 - Season Finale! - Patrice Bernier - Hold onto your hats folks! Our season 1 finale is a beauty! Patrice Bernier, one of the Montreal Impact and Canada's best ever players sits down with the Snobs. We talk about Patrice's multi sport youth sports career, his career in Europe, why he came home and much, much more! A very honest and hilarious episode! Don't miss it!




Episode #36 - Audra Sherman
Episode 36 - Today the snobs pull a switch! Jason "Bulldog" Whiting takes over as host, as we welcome Usports Head Coach Audra Sherman. Audra is the Ontario Tech University (OTU) Women's Soccer Head Coach. She has coached for a long time, most notably with the Ottawa Fury. Jason takes the reigns and really gets into some great coaching conversation, and pathways for young players. She doesn't escape the rapid fire and would you rathers when we find out more about this amazing Coach. Some great stories, great advice, and what you would expect from a Jason show, no filter! Tune in!



Episode #35 - The Anfield Wrap
Episode 35 - The Anfield Wrap joins the Soccer Snobs this week. Stephen's favourite podcast hosts come on and deal with the Snobs questions. NOT just a Liverpool episode, The Anfield Wrap answer Marc's famous rapid fire questions and would you rathers, landing one of the Anfield Wrap hosts in trouble with his wife before Christmas. How did TAW start out and become so popular? Who are their all time Liverpool greats? What do they think about racism in the EPL? As well as talk about the English national team. A jam packed episode.



Episode #34 - Racism in soccer
Episode 34 - The soccer snobs have an important conversation, with two of Ottawa's great soccer minds! Carleton University coaches Kwesi Loney and Kwame Telemaque join the snobs to discuss racism in soccer. We hold no punches, and bring up issues that need to be spoken about, and we ensure to promote an amazing Ottawa initiative "Athletes combating racism". The boys also have a ton of fun with some hilarious questions, have some great laughs, and who wins the quiz? Do the Head and Assistant Coach of Carleton University Men's Soccer Team win the quiz question ABOUT Carleton? Listen and find out!



Episode #33 - Janine and Drew Beckie
Episode #33 - The Snobs are joined by Janine and Drew Beckie. What a pure pleasure to interview two incredible Canadian athletes who are both extremely humble and hard working. How could anyone not love these two? Janine Beckie is currently a star forward on the Canadian Women's National team as well as Manchester City in England's Women's Premier League! Drew Beckie played PDL under Marc, Jason and Stephen as well as with the Ottawa Fury NASL and USL teams. They both have some great life stories that people can learn from as well as some fun sibling rivalry. How do they handle Marc's Rapid Fires and Would you rathers? Tune in an find out.



Episode #32 - The Snobs laugh attack
Episode #32 – What causes Jason to lose control and laugh uncontrollably? What has Marc done this time with his questions? Concussions in the game and what does the future hold? Is it OK to hug players in the tunnel pre-game? Who are the best players from the top soccer nations? The Snobs deliver another classic episode.



Episode #31 - Declan Hill author of "The Fix"
Episode #31 – The Snobs strike gold here being joined by Declan Hill a world renowned author of "The Fix" and a leading expert in match fixing in soccer. This is a real eye opener and our listeners are in for an absolute treat. Listen to some great stories about his infiltration into a match fixing gang, how to potentially end match fixing and does Declan Hill like pulp in his orange juice? Has he played FIFA on Xbox and what local Ottawa soccer team did he play for? All this and a ton more!!



Episode #30 - Kenny O'Kane
Episode #30 – Kenny O’Kane – Soccer Snob Stephen’s Uncle Kenny joins the show and takes the Snobs for a ride. A master story teller who weaves some fantastic tales together during his hour on the show. Kenny talks about the Celtic and Rangers rivalry, growing up and going to games in Glasgow. Legendary road trips to Aberdeen and following the Tartan Army to the World Cup in France in 1998. This episode is like sitting down at a pub for a few beers and laughing and being thoroughly entertained by a master.



Episode #29 - John Limniatis
Episode #29 - John Limniatis - Gear up Snob Nation we have a beauty this week! John Limniatis, one of the best Canadian players of all time joins up with the Snobs to talk about his career in Ottawa and playing top level in Greece! A bidding war for a Canadian player in the 80's?? It happened! We get into some serious chat about the CSA and do they do enough for alumni? Impact name change, and John gets into how he runs his Lakeshore Club as the Technical Director. Its all here, this guy is as honest as they come - a breath of fresh air! Enjoy!



Episode #28 - Off the Cuff




Episode #27 - Miranda Smith, Stuart Barbour and Ottawa U Women's soccer
Episode 27 - Miranda Smith - Today the Snobs welcome one of the most recently decorated soccer players in Ottawa! Miranda Smith was Captain of the Ottawa U Women's Soccer Team who won the Usports National Championship in 2018 and then was a big part of that same team who won the University WORLD CUP in 2019! She most recently played professionally in Finland! She is joined by Ottawa U Women's Team Assistant Coach Stuart Barbour, who offers his insight into numerous issues in the women's game. He also has some VERY interesting stats about Charmaine Hooper v. Christine Sinclair! Does Miranda like butter? Could she play a National final in a Santa beard? Find out this and more!




Episode #26 - CPL Crazy player signing rule
Episode #26 – The 3 Snobs are alone today - they pull no punches when talking about the recent news in the CPL about scouting and signing players. Listen in to find out how ridiculous these new rules are! Alphonso Davies is a favourite amongst the snobs - but did he win too much too soon? Who will keep him in line? Does the CSA need to promote him more or less? Find out if Jay and Steve would go for a Billion dollars in a crossbar challenge, what kind of eggs they would order in a diner, and who wins the Quiz! (Hint, it's never Jason is it?) Join the snobs for another great episode!




Episode #25 - Carol Anne Chenard
Episode #25 – Carol Anne Chenard joins the snobs today to give us a different perspective in the world of soccer. Chenard is a Canadian and has reached the highest level referee you can achieve in World Soccer. She has refereed in a World Cup, and the Olympics where she was awarded the Gold Medal Game! This is a fascinating story travelling the world of soccer through the eyes of a referee. Will you ever yell at a referee again after this? Has she ever been afraid for her life? Who was the biggest whiner in the Women's game? What division in Ottawa did she say prepared her the best for her career? Tune in to find out, what an episode!




Episode #24 - European Super League
Episode #24 – The Snobs are joined by Anthony Abbott from Down the Pub podcast. Together they argue and banter their way to a 20 team European Super League!! Listen in to their choices and why they picked your team or left them off the list. Hit the Snobs social media to agree/disagree with the list. A really fun episode that ends with the traditional Rapid Fire and Would you rather, where Anthony gets in a great shot at Marc.




Episode #23 - Kris Twardek
Episode #23 – Kris Twardek a local Ottawa boy makes it! The snobs delve deep into his life and find out how he made it to play pro in Europe. He was purchased at the transfer deadline - find out by which club here! Can Kris juggle a balloon and how many times? A great story of struggles and perseverance and a great role model for youth in Ottawa! Even such a well spoken young man can't escape the ridiculous rapid fire and would you rathers by the snobs.




Episode #22 - Algonquin College Athletics name change
Episode #22 – Join the Snobs for this VERY personal show. Jason and Stephen coached and played for Algonquin for years. Hearing the school decided to change it’s name was a hammer blow to the heart. Could you imagine Carleton changing from the Ravens? Ottawa U from the Gee Gee’s or Duke from the Blue Devils? It would never happen, but it is at Algonquin and no one really knows why? Both Stephen and Jason get really passionate in this episode. For those not closely connected to Ottawa there is still so much to listen to as that passion spills over into Marc’s second question about Marcelo Bielsa! Rapid Fire and Would you rather end off this intense and passionate episode with the Snobs!




Episode #21 - Rob Gale
Episode #21 - The Snobs welcome Rob Gale the GM and Head Coach of Valour FC in the Canadian Premier League to the show. Rob is one of the most engaging and honest professionals we have come across, and you won't want to miss this! Rob talks about recruiting for the CPL, how he runs his team, and a lot of really interesting info about his time as Canada youth team Coach! Also, find out if he wears an undershirt under a suit, what Club he supports, and most importantly, has he seen Tiger King on Netflix?




Episode #20 - Prize winners, fun follows, rule changes and GREAT Marc questions
Episode #20 - This JAM packed hour has it all. Bobby Baggs wins the Liverpool jersey! Who would you pick to take on Family Feud? A new segment called fun follows what team, manager, player have you not heard of that you should have? Marc also rips off some amazing questions in this episode about potential rule changes to the game and what happened to the local men's and women's teams in the development pyramid? Awesome episode.




Episode #19 - Julian De Guzman Canadian legend
Episode #19 - Julian De Guzman - rarely heard inside stories from his time in European professional soccer. Told he wasn't good enough and to "go back to Canada", blackmailed, who was his most highlighted world star he remembers lining up against? All in this episode and a ton more. Julian was so open and honest, you won't hear stories like this in the news of the day. The snobs do their job, and dig deep for the listeners. Julian De Guzman, a Canadian legend!




Episode #18 - Breaking coaching norms




Episode #17 - Canadian soccer legend Charmaine Hooper
Episode #17 - Hear Charmaine talk about growing up in Guyana, Zambia and Canada, playing with her brother and boys, her national team career and tales of the world cup. Marc asks the hard question about why her Canada career ended and she answers! Was she able to get tickets from Canada to the 2015 World Cup? Who was her best coach ever and why? Also her daughter makes an appearance. Listen to the end to hear the quiz and Jason’s hilarious comment.



Episode #16 - The Soccer Snobs listener feedback




Episode #15 - TSN soccer analyst Kristian Jack
Episode #15 - TSN soccer analyst Kristian Jack joins the snobs! The man between the benches, the analytical mind we listen to about the beautiful game! Even the snobs perk up and listen! We discuss salary caps in Europe, women's soccer expansion in North America and find out if Jay likes Taco Bell or not! Big episode and if you listen you may learn who Kristian Jack supports in his home country of England and what position he played when he was a young lad. Listen in, you may be surprised!!




Episode #14 - Canadian Soccer Icon Gerry Gray
Episode #14 - Gerry Gray former Canadian Men's national team star joins the Snobs. Gerry is Soccer Snob Stephen's cousin and Stephen idolized Gerry growing up. What more can you ask for in an episode? Canada National team stories, World Cup 1986 stories still the only World Cup Canada has qualified for, NASL stories, MISL stories, CSL stories, 1984 Olympics stories!!! Geez, Gerry played for the Whitecaps, NY Cosmos, Chicago Sting, etc. etc. He played against Maradona in 1984 with the NY Cosmos taking on Barcelona. When asked about playing Maradona, Gray replied: "I don't know what did Maradona say about playing against Gerry Gray!" Amazing, oh and WHAT a goal in the Azteca he scored!!!



Episode #13 - Interview with Vic Rauter
Episode #13 - The voice of a generation is here! Legendary TSN broadcaster Vic Rauter joins the snobs! We discuss the old Canadian Soccer League, some stories from the road with Graham Leggat, and Vic gives his take on the Snobs famous condor questions! Jay uses price is right tactics again... Does he win? Listen and find out! Oh and Vic calls Steve and idiot which makes Jason have the biggest smile ever.




Episode #12 - Just the Snobs
Episode #12 - The Snobs are back together just the 3 of them after a few weeks of interviews with some great guests. Like the feeling of relaxing on the couch after Thanksgiving dinner, sit back, relax and enjoy the Snobs. What are the best derbies in the world?? The snobs scratch the surface and beg the listeners for help ! Do managers in England have too much responsibility and power? On the flip side do players have too much power to influence manager sackings? All this and a new segment of road stories! A tale from when the snobs were on the road together! And a listener in the Philippines?! The snobs don't disappoint!




Special Episode - Ottawa Men's Top 10
Ottawa Men's Top 10 best players ever! This is the episode that initially cause so much controversy! The Snobs have gone into their think tank and come out with their top ten list. Mahir Hadziresic won the fans poll but fell on the Snobs list. Listen to hear how far. Jonathan David is the clear cut number one but who makes up the rest? An impossible task sure to illicit a strong reaction from people. Please share your opinions on social media with the Snobs. Close, way off, curious omissions? Let the debate begin. Listen in as the episode is funny, controversial and a fascinating topic.



Special Episode - Ottawa Women's Top 10
Ottawa Women's Top 10 best players ever - How good have the women in Ottawa been? Dominant! Ottawa is a women's hot bed and the Snobs take a shot at ranking the 10 best ever. Charmaine Hooper won the poll the Snobs released earlier but LOOK at the rest of this top ten. These rankings are always subjective so write in to our social media channels and let us know if you agree or disagree. Is Jason right or wrong about his Goalkeeper comments? Listen and find out which goalkeepers made our list. A fun show with some Snob humour added in.




BONUS Episode - Interview with Mahir Hadziresic Winner of the best player in Ottawa history poll
BONUS Episode - The Soccer Snobs ran a poll to find out who people thought was Ottawa's best ever soccer player. Jonathan David and Lyndon Hooper were not eligible for this one. Mahir Hadziresic came out on top!! Congratulations to Mahir! Mahir has spent almost 9 years playing professionally in Europe most notably with SSV Jahn Regensburg. The snobs give Mahir a run out in this bonus episode. Mahir delivers some great advice for aspiring professional players.




Episode #11 - Interview with Sean Holmes
Sean Holmes is an Ottawa born and raised, straight outta Sandy Hill coaching legend. 17 years at Drake University and the current St. Cloud State Men's soccer coach. Sean is honest, passionate, intelligent and hilarious. Listen to Sean call out Jason for his Rapid Fire answer. This is a must listen specifically if you are a player or a parent of a player looking to get a scholarship to the United States to play soccer. Sean dishes out some amazing advice. He also sticks up to the Snobs and calls out their "curious omissions" for the best ever Ottawa players. Always ready to represent the old school.




Episode #10 - Exclusive interview with Canadian Men's team legend Alex Bunbury
The Soccer Snobs have won the lottery! The prize, an interview with the GREATEST CANADIAN SOCCER PLAYER of all time Alex Bunbury. Bunbury sits down with the Snobs and reveals VERY rarely heard stories from his time in Europe, his views on North American coaching, and his CPL ambitions in the future. Bunbury the legend also gets hit with some rapid fire questions, one of which he says was the BEST question he has ever had! Does Bunbury beat Steve and Jay in the final Quiz?




Episode #9 - Soccer on TV/Are Canadian soccer fans to passive?
The Snobs talk Canadian soccer, soccer on TV, the women's game, etc. Are there WAY too many apps and stations to purchase to watch soccer nowadays? Does Stephen Gerrard secretly wish Liverpool didn't win the title? Marc tops himself with some incredible questions this week. He also comes up with perhaps some of the most creative ways to announce our new sponsors. Don't miss this episode or a Condor will swoop you up into its nest.




Episode #8 - Special Guest - Eddie Edward - Former Ottawa Fury star
This week the Snobs have on former Ottawa Fury, FC Edmonton and FC Dallas pro player Eddie Edward. Eddie is born and raised in Ottawa and played for the Snobs with the Fury. Eddie is an extremely entertaining guest with some amazing stories and great insights into the game. The Snobs were so excited to have him on. Let us know if he should be coming back on the show more often!




Episode #7 - Is soccer too expensive? Are private academies worth it?
The Snobs continue to discuss youth soccer in Canada and the US. Costs, private academies and districts are all debated. A legendary and controversial rant from Jason is included. Marc also out does himself with some ridiculous questions.
Episode #6 - Coaching and youth soccer coaching
The Snobs return to their roots to discuss coaching soccer, specifically youth soccer. After an amazing interview with Thomas Beattie the Snobs get back to coaching and discussing topics of youth soccer both locally and Canada wide. The boys turn out perhaps their best show yet!
Episode #5 - Exclusive interview with Thomas Beattie
This week's show is a real treat. The Snobs were able to bring on their former Ottawa Fury captain Thomas Beattie. Tom recently came out as only the 4th openly gay professional soccer player. Hear Tom's brave and inspiring story! The boys won't let him off the hook and Tom answers questions in the popular Rapid Fire and Would you rather segments.
Episode #4 - The best players in Ottawa history
The boys discuss the best ever players in Ottawa soccer history. Are you on their list? Popular segments like rapid fire and would you rather complete the show.
Episode #3 - Most underrated players in Ottawa
The boys discuss the most underrated players in Ottawa soccer history. Are you on their list? Popular segments like rapid fire and would you rather complete the show.
Episode #2 - Quick and dirty
How should coaches dress? Is Guardiola over the top with his designer clothes to coach Man City? Fellani or Dyche in would you rather?
