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Rick Kaempfer and Adam Howarth
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Rick Kaempfer and Adam Howarth (the director of coaching for the Illinois Youth Soccer Association) discuss all the latest international, national, and local soccer news
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Free Kicks – The Relegation Battle
There are a record number of teams (9) in the relegation battle this year, and Adam and Rick discuss their chances. [Ep182]
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Mar 10, 2023
Free Kicks – FA Cup Update
Now that the FA Cup is down to the final 8 teams, Adam and Rick discuss the previous matches and the upcoming match-ups. That, and an homage to a 7-0 thrashing. [Ep181]
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Mar 3, 2023
Free Kicks – Rough First Leg
All four of the Premier League teams are in trouble in the Champions League. Adam and Rick discuss. [Ep180]
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Feb 17, 2023
Free Kicks – VARrrrrgh
VAR's worst weekend ever and the ramifications it will have on the race for the Premier League title is discussed by Adam & Rick. [Ep179]
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Feb 10, 2023
Free Kicks – Breaking The Law
The boys at Manchester City have been very bad boys. Over 100 violations of financial rules. Adam and Rick discuss. [Ep178]
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Feb 3, 2023
Free Kicks – Closing the Transfer Window
Adam and Rick discuss the record number of signings and transfers during this year's January transfer window. [Ep177]
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Jan 27, 2023
Free Kicks – Chelsea Signs Every Player in the World
Chelsea is on a signing spree, and Rick and Adam discuss. Also discussed: Frank Lampard's sacking, Harry Kane's scoring record, Arsenal's big win, and of course, Guess the Premier League Star. [Ep176]
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Jan 20, 2023
Free Kicks – Down With The Goalie Head-Kickers
An ugly scene in the stands isn't enough to hold back Arsenal. Adam and Rick discuss the team with one hand on the Premier League trophy. [Ep175]
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Jan 13, 2023
Free Kicks – FA Cup Upsets
The joy of the FA Cup is when upsets occur, and this week there were a few doozies. Adam and Rick discuss. [Ep174]
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Dec 23, 2022
Free Kicks – Premier League Restart
Messi finally wins his World Cup. Adam and Rick recap all the World Cup highlights and preview the return to the Premier League season. [Ep173]
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Dec 13, 2022
Free Kicks – The World Cup Semi-Finals
Adam and Rick discuss the final four teams in the World Cup, and a few of the teams (including Adam's England) that didn't quite make it. [Ep172]
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Dec 7, 2022
Free Kicks – The Final 8
The final 8 teams have qualified for the World Cup, and Rick and Adam discuss their performances and their chances. Also, a bonus World Cup fashion report from our fashion critic Todd Fritz Schneider! [Ep171]
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Nov 28, 2022
Free Kicks – World Cup Opening Round
The USA-England game, and the other teams that have impressed and disappointed, are discussed in this very special World Cup edition of Free Kicks with Adam and Rick. [Ep170]
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Nov 18, 2022
Free Kicks – World Cup Preview
Adam and Rick go through all the World Cup teams, assess each team's chances, and highlight players to watch. [Ep169]
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Nov 11, 2022
Free Kicks – Champions League Draw
Some very tough matchups are coming soon to the Champions League. Rick and Adam discuss. [Ep168]
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Nov 4, 2022
Free Kicks – Top Four Surprises
The top 4 teams in the Premier League at the 1/3 mark of the season are not what anyone expected them to be. Rick and Adam discuss. [Ep167]
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Oct 28, 2022
Free Kicks – Top of the Physio Table
Injuries have been hitting key Premier League players. Adam and Rick discuss the impact on the league and the potential effect it will have on the World Cup. [Ep166]
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Oct 14, 2022
Free Kicks – Liverbooooo!
Liverpool, struggling in 10th place this season, faces their toughest opponent of the season, the juggernaut Manchester City. Rick and Adam discuss. [Ep165]
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Oct 7, 2022
Free Kicks – Derby After Derby
Three big Derbys are discussed by Adam & Rick, including the not-so-close one in Manchester. [Ep164]
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Sep 23, 2022
Free Kicks – Highest Paid Players in the World
Adam and Rick discuss the highest-paid players in the world in a very special edition of Guess-The-Premier-League-Star. [Ep163]
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Sep 16, 2022
Free Kicks – Champions League takes center stage
The Premier League was paused in honor of the Queen's passing, but the Champions League carried on. Adam and Rick go through the brackets and discuss. [Ep162]
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Sep 9, 2022
Free Kicks – Top 4 and Bottom 3 predictions
Now that the transfer window has closed, Adam and Rick are prepared to predict which Premier league teams will finish in the Top 4 and go to the Champions League, and which teams will finish in the bottom 3 and be relegated. See if you agree with their choices. God Save The Queen! [Ep161]
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Sep 2, 2022
Free Kicks – Is Arsenal for Real?
After 4 matches Arsenal sits atop the Premier League table. Adam and Rick discuss whether or not they think Arsenal is a real contender for the league title. [Ep160]
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Aug 26, 2022
Free Kicks – Young Americans
The Americans at Leeds United are starting to make an impact in the Premier League. Adam and Rick discuss. [Ep159]
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Aug 19, 2022
Free Kicks – The Fighting Managers
Chelsea & Tottenham managers fight on the sidelines, Manchester United sinks to the bottom of the table, and another Uruguayan Liverpool striker gets red-carded. Just another great weekend in the Premier League. Adam and Rick discuss. [Ep158]
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Aug 12, 2022
Free Kicks – New Blood
Adam and Rick take a look at the new teams and players who have joined the Premier League this season, and analyze how they did in week one. [Ep157]
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Aug 6, 2022
Free Kicks – Season 5 Premiere
The 5th season of Free Kicks begins with a dramatic English win in the Women's Euro Cup Finals, Plus, a discussion of the upcoming Premier League season, which returns this weekend. [Ep156]
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Jun 17, 2022
Free Kicks – Season End Spectacular
A recap of the Premier League season, and some of the latest soccer news from this summer. [Ep155]
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May 6, 2022
Free Kicks – Wrapping Up The Season
Champions League final is set. FA Cup final is set. The EPL teams are battling it out for Top 4 and relegation. Adam and Rick cover it all. [Ep154]
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Apr 29, 2022
Free Kicks – The Home Stretch
The Champions League and the Premier League head into the home stretch, and Rick and Adam analyze the chances of the front runners. [Ep153]
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Apr 22, 2022
Free Kicks – The Salt In Your Tears Is Delicious
The battle for the Premier League title is going down to the wire between Manchester City and Liverpool. Rick and Adam discuss the rivalry. [Ep152]
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Apr 15, 2022
Free Kicks – And Then There Were Four
The semi-finals of the Champions League is set. Adam and Rick discuss the four remaining teams and this weekend's FA Cup semi-final games at Wembley. (Ep151)
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Apr 8, 2022
Free Kicks – The World Cup Draw
Rick and Adam analyze which teams are the favorites of the announced World Cup groups. They also discuss the first leg of the Champions League quarterfinals [Ep150]
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Mar 18, 2022
Free Kicks – Turmoil at Chelsea
Chelsea Football Club has been sanctioned because they are owned by a Russian oligarch. Adam and Rick discuss the implications. [Ep149]
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Mar 11, 2022
Free Kicks – Adam’s Report From Across the Pond
Back from England, with visits to Everton, Burnley, and both Manchester clubs, Adam reports on what he has seen. [Ep148]
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Mar 4, 2022
Free Kicks – Soccer Responds to War
The European soccer governing bodies are coming down hard on Russia, the crowds are cheering the Ukrainian players, and Chelsea's ownership future (currently owned by a Russian Oligarch) is in doubt. Rick and Adam discuss. [Ep147]
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Feb 25, 2022
Free Kicks – Champions League Heats Up
The first leg of the knockout stage games is discussed and analyzed by Adam and Rick. [Ep146]
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Feb 18, 2022
Free Kicks – Kicking the Cat
West Ham defender Kurt Zouma is in trouble for kicking his cat, and Manchester United is currently a dysfunctional mess. Adam and Rick discuss. [Ep145]
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Feb 11, 2022
Free Kicks – The Mason Greenwood Saga
The fall of the promising 20-year-old Manchester United star, and the excitement of the FA Cup are discussed by Adam and Rick. [Ep144]
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Jan 28, 2022
Free Kicks – Africa Cup of Nations
The African continent is gathering on the football pitch, and Rick and Adam discuss the teams who have made it to the next round. [Ep143]
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Jan 21, 2022
Free Kicks – The Transfer Window
Which players are moving from team to team? Adam and Rick discuss this year's Premier League January transfer window. [Ep142]
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Jan 14, 2022
Free Kicks – Underdogs in the FA Cup
Little known clubs from places like Hartlepool, Boreham Wood, and Kid'minster take on the big boys in the Premier League. [Ep141]
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Dec 17, 2021
Free Kicks – The Festive Fixtures
For this last show of the year, Adam and Rick go over the Champions League draw, and the incredible slate of Premier League matches known as the Festive Fixtures. [Ep140]
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Dec 10, 2021
Free Kicks – Gauging the Gegenpress
A new Manchester United manager with a new approach. Adam and Rick discuss. [Ep139]
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Dec 3, 2021
Free Kicks – Shades of Blue
Defending champs Man City and Chelsea are in a memorable battle for the Premier League title. Rick and Adam discuss. [Ep138].fusion-body .fusion-builder-column-0{width:100% !important;margin-top : 0px;margin-bottom : 0px;}.fusion-builder-column-0 > .fusion-column-wrapper {padding-top : 0px !important;padding-right : 0px !important;margin-right : 0px;padding-bottom : 0px !important;padding-left : 0px !important;margin-left : 0px;}@media only screen and (max-width:1024px) {.fusion-body .fusion-builder-column-0{width:100% !important;}.fusion-builder-column-0 > .fusion-column-wrapper {margin-right : 0px;margin-left : 0px;}}@media only screen and (max-width:640px) {.fusion-body .fusion-builder-column-0{width:100% !important;}.fusion-builder-column-0 > .fusion-column-wrapper {margin-right : 0px;margin-left : 0px;}}.fusion-fullwidth.fusion-builder-row-1 { overflow:visible; }.fusion-body .fusion-flex-container.fusion-builder-row-1{ padding-top : 0px;margin-top : 0px;padding-right : 0px;paddin…
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Nov 27, 2021
Free Kicks – Ole Ole Out Out Out
Manchester United drops their manager and Rick and Adam discuss the implications. [Ep137]
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Nov 12, 2021
Free Kicks – Play-By-Play
Adam and Rick did play-by-play of a state championship game, and provided their podcast listening audience a little taste. Also, Premier League managers are hitting the unemployment line. [Ep136]
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Nov 4, 2021
Free Kicks – Hollywood on the Pitch
Hollywood stars drop by Adam's old pitch, and a new coach arrives at Tottenham. [Ep135]
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Oct 29, 2021
Free Kicks – Man United’s Breakdown
The once-mighty Manchester United is in disarray, and Rick and Adam break down what is causing this star-studded roster to struggle so badly. [Ep134]
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Oct 23, 2021
Free Kicks – The Coaching Carousel
If it's job security you want, managing in the Premier League may not be the job for you. Two premier league managers already gone, another on the hot seat. Rick and Adam discuss. [Ep133]
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Oct 16, 2021
Free Kicks – Newcastle’s New Owner
The new Saudi Arabian owners of Newcastle promise to bring a flood of cash into the league. Rick and Adam discuss the implications. [Ep132]
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Oct 1, 2021
Free Kicks – Special Teams Coaching
The Champions League is back and Rick and Adam discuss the decline of the Spanish teams, plus they analyze what a special teams coach can do. [Ep131]
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Sep 25, 2021
Free Kicks – Brighton-ing the League
Brighton and Hove Albion's great start is among the Premier League topics discussed this week by Adam and Rick. [Ep130]
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Sep 17, 2021
Free Kicks – The Champions League Returns
The first round of Champions League games and a preview of the Premier League weekend are discussed by Adam and Rick. [Ep129]
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Sep 10, 2021
Free Kicks – Premier League Predictions
The top 4 and bottom 3 for this year's Premier League, and Adam and Rick discuss the recent US World Cup qualifiers. [Ep128]
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Sep 3, 2021
Free Kicks – The Window Has Closed
The Premier League transfer window has closed, and Rick and Adam discuss which world-class players have switched clubs. [Ep127]
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Aug 27, 2021
Free Kicks – Mings to Ings Stings
Week two of the Premier League, including Danny Ings at Villa, and Lukaku's return to Chelsea, is discussed by Adam and Rick. [Ep126]
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Aug 21, 2021
Free Kicks – What a start to the new season
The first week of the Premier League was a tremendous success, and Rick and Adam provide commentary. [Ep125]
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Aug 13, 2021
Free Kicks – The Premier League is Back!
The transfers have arrived, and the Premier League is back. Rick and Adam discuss the new Premier League season. [Ep124]
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Jul 15, 2021
Free Kicks – Euros Wrap Up
The wrap-up of the incredible European Cup tournament with a discussion of the finals and its unpleasant aftermath...this week by Adam and Rick. [Ep123]
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Jul 9, 2021
Free Kicks – England’s in the Finals
The semi-finals of the Euros are recapped, and the finals are previewed this week by Adam and Rick. [Ep122]
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Jul 1, 2021
Free Kicks – Transatlantic Passage
While Adam celebrates his 50th birthday in Vegas, Rick is joined by Paul M. Banks, author of 'Transatlantic Passage: How the English Premier League Redefined Soccer in America!' [Ep121]
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Jun 25, 2021
Free Kicks – The Knockout Round of the Euros
The final sixteen in the Euros, and make picks for their final four. Adam and Rick has all of the fútbol news! [Ep120]
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Jun 17, 2021
Free Kicks – Watching the Euros
With every team now having seen action, Rick and Adam rate the European Cup teams, and preview what to expect over the next few rounds! [Ep119]
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Jun 4, 2021
Free Kicks – Previewing The Euros
The upcoming month-long European Championship tournament, the Euros, is previewed by Adam and Rick! [Ep118]
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May 27, 2021
Free Kicks – The Champions League Final
A preview of the Champions League final, Chelsea vs. Manchester City. Adam and Rick with all of the fútbol news! [Ep117]
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May 21, 2021
Free Kicks – Premier League final weekend!
The dramatic ending to the Premier League season, the new inductees to the Premier League Hall of Fame, and of course, Guess the Premier League Star. Adam and Rick with the Premier League and other fútbol news! [Ep116]
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May 13, 2021
Free Kicks – What’s a Panenka?
Sergio Aguero's ill-fated Panenka penalty kick. Adam and Rick with the Premier League and other fútbol news! [Ep115]
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May 6, 2021
Free Kicks – Champions League Finalists!
Two English teams have qualified for the Champions League finals, and Rick and Adam discuss the matchup. Adam and Rick with the Premier League and other fútbol news! [Ep114]
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Apr 30, 2021
Free Kicks – The Premier League Hall of Fame
The future potential inductees of the Premier League Hall of Fame. Adam and Rick have all of the details! [Ep113]
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Apr 23, 2021
Free Kicks – The European Super League
The incredibly controversial and unpopular European Super League. Words are not minced. Adam and Rick have all of the details! [Ep112]
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Apr 16, 2021
Free Kicks – The Battle of Oly vs. Jose
Champions league results, and the strange battle brewing in the Premier League between head coaches--Oly vs. Jose. Adam and Rick have all of the details! [Ep111]
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Apr 9, 2021
Free Kicks – Back in the Saddle
The Champions League, the Premier League, and how is the former US President Alexander Hamilton connected to any of this? Only one way to find out. Adam and Rick are back! [Ep110]
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Mar 25, 2021
Free Kicks – Luck of the Draw
Adam and Rick chat about the draw for the FA Cup semi-finals and the Champions League quarter-finals, along with the relegation battle in the Premier League. [Ep109]
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Mar 18, 2021
Free Kicks – My Rabona
Adam and Rick discuss the latest Champions and Premier League results, and talk about one of the most amazing goals of all time...a Rabona. [Ep108]
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Mar 11, 2021
Free Kicks – A changing of the guard?
Adam and Rick discuss something that hasn't happened in many years...a Champions League quarter-finals without Ronaldo or Messi. [Ep107]
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Mar 4, 2021
Free Kicks – Give him a yellow card
Adam calls foul when Rick gives the most convoluted clue during the Guess the Premier League star feature. Yellow card shown. [EP106]
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Feb 25, 2021
Free Kicks – Hobson’s Choice
Amid the discussion of the Champions League and Premier League matches, Adam explains to Rick the definition of the English phrase Hobson's choice. [Ep105]
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Feb 18, 2021
Free Kicks – The Champions League returns
Adam and Rick talk about the return of the Champions League, the runaway winner of the Premier League, and a pretty challenging "Guess the Premier League Star". [Ep104]
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Feb 11, 2021
Free Kicks – Clear path to victory
Adam declares a Premier League champion for this year, despite the fact that there is still a lot of season to play. Which team does he think is a lock to win it all? [EP103]
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Feb 4, 2021
Free Kicks – An American Story
Adam and Rick discuss the many American soccer players now playing overseas, including a few new signings. [Ep102]
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Jan 28, 2021
Free Kicks – Magic Words
Adam and Rick discuss the magic words Aston Villa manager Dean Smith said to the referee that got him thrown out of the game. It's not what you think. [Ep101]
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Jan 21, 2021
Free Kicks – The First Annual Free Kicks Awards
For their 100th episode Adam & Rick give out awards to the best Premier League players in a whole range of categories. [Ep100]
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Jan 14, 2021
Free Kicks – The 2020–21 FA Cup
Adam and Rick discuss the charming and memorable moments from this weekend's FA Cup competition in England. [Ep99]
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Jan 6, 2021
Free Kicks – You’ll never walk alone
Rick and Adam discuss the legacy of Gerry Marsden, the man behind the Liverpool song "You'll never walk alone" [Ep98]
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Dec 31, 2020
Free Kicks – Top of the Table
Rick and Adam break down the many teams who have a shot at winning this season's Premier League, a list that includes nearly half the teams in the league. [Ep97]
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Dec 24, 2020
Free Kicks – Boxing Day
Adam and Rick talk about the Festive Fixtures, and the great English tradition of watching soccer/football on Boxing Day. [Ep96]
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Dec 17, 2020
Free Kicks – The Knives Are Out
Rick and Adam discuss the first manager getting fired this Premier League season, along with the battle of Tottenham and Liverpool. [Ep95]
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Dec 10, 2020
Free Kicks – The Champions League
Adam and Rick discuss the final 16 teams that remain in the Champion's League. [Ep94]
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Dec 3, 2020
Free Kicks – Tribute to a Legend
Adam and Rick pay tribute to Diego Maradona, and discuss one of the most gruesome moments in Premier League history. [Ep93]
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Nov 26, 2020
Free Kicks – Tottenham on Top
Rick and Adam discuss the sneaky genius of Jose Mourinho's Tottenham Spurs, along with the stellar up and coming US Men's National Team. [Ep92]
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Nov 12, 2020
Free Kicks – Contenders or Pretenders
Adam and Rick discuss the surprise team at the top of the table, and whether or not they are actual contenders. They also play the most difficult ever version of "Guess the Premier League Star". [Ep91].fusion-body .fusion-builder-column-2{width:100% !important;margin-top : 0px;margin-bottom : 0px;}.fusion-builder-column-2 > .fusion-column-wrapper {padding-top : 0px !important;padding-right : 0px !important;margin-right : 0px;padding-bottom : 0px !important;padding-left : 0px !important;margin-left : 0px;}@media only screen and (max-width:1024px) {.fusion-body .fusion-builder-column-2{width:100% !important;}.fusion-builder-column-2 > .fusion-column-wrapper {margin-right : 0px;margin-left : 0px;}}@media only screen and (max-width:640px) {.fusion-body .fusion-builder-column-2{width:100% !important;}.fusion-builder-column-2 > .fusion-column-wrapper {margin-right : 0px;margin-left : 0px;}}.fusion-fullwidth.fusion-builder-row-3 { overflow:visible; }.fusion-body .fusion-flex-container.fusion-…
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Nov 5, 2020
Free Kicks – Literary Football
Rick and Adam throw in a little Shakespeare to their Premier League discussions. [Ep90]
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Oct 29, 2020
Free Kicks – Are these teams for real?
Adam and Rick discuss the Premier League teams off to a strong start, and analyze whether or not they are for real. [Ep89]
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Oct 22, 2020
Free Kicks – More than just an injury
Adam and Rick talk about an injury to one of the most important players in the Premier League, and how that affects the prospects for the rest of the league. [Ep88]
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Oct 8, 2020
Free Kicks – Closing the Transfer Window
Rick and Adam discuss all the last-minute moves Premier League teams made before the transfer window closed. And of course, Adam mocks Rick for the horrendous Liverpool loss. [Ep87]
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Oct 1, 2020
Free Kicks – Upsets Galore
Adam and Rick discuss the many upsets early in the Premier League season and what they could mean for the status of former powerhouses. [Ep86]
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Sep 24, 2020
Free Kicks – Goal-A-Palooza
Adam and Rick discuss the biggest scoring weekend in Premier League history, and preview this weekend's games. [Ep85]
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Sep 17, 2020
Free Kicks – Peacock Plunder
Adam and Rick recap week #1 of the Premier League, predict scores for the big matches in week 2, and complain about having to shell out an extra $5.99 a month for the Peacock Network. [Ep84]
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Sep 10, 2020
Free Kicks – Premier (League) Premiere
Adam and Rick discuss the return of the Premier League, including roster changes for each of the clubs. They also make their season predictions. [EP83]
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Aug 27, 2020
Free Kicks – Season Finale
Adam and Rick wrap up the season by recapping the Champions League final and previewing some of the changes coming to next Premier League season. [EP82]
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Aug 20, 2020
Free Kicks – The Finals!
Adam and Rick discuss the finals of both the Champions League and Europa, two of the biggest matches of the year. [Ep81]
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Aug 13, 2020
Free Kicks – The Quarterfinals!
Adam and Rick preview the Champions League quarterfinals, including what could be the game of the year. [Ep80]
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Aug 6, 2020
Free Kicks – The Champions League Returns
Adam and Rick discuss the return of the Champions League and discuss the matchups for world class clubs like Bayern Munich, Barcelona, Juventus, Manchester City, and more. [Ep79]
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Jul 30, 2020
Free Kicks – Premier League Season Wrapup
Adam and Rick wrap up the Premier League season, revisit their pre-season picks, and play Guess the Premier League star. [Ep78]
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Jul 23, 2020
Free Kicks – The Final Premier League Weekend
Adam and Rick preview the final Premier League weekend, and the teams that may be promoted to the league next year. [Ep77]
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Jul 16, 2020
Free Kicks – The Top Four Battle
Adam and Rick discuss the battle for the Top 4 Champions League spots in the Premier League. With the lifting of Man City's ban, the race has suddenly gotten very interesting. [Ep76]
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Jul 9, 2020
Free Kicks – The Relegation Zone
Adam and Rick discuss the teams in danger of dropping down to the lower league, and pick who they think will survive to play another Premier League season. [Ep75]
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Jul 2, 2020
Free Kicks – The Liverpudlian Champions
Adam and Rick place this year's Premier League champions (Liverpool) in the pantheon of all-time greats. [Ep74]
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Jun 25, 2020
Free Kicks – Smack Barm Pey Wet
Adam and Rick discuss the latest Premier League scores and news, and explain an inexplicable English culinary tradition called Smack Barm Pey Wet. It's as good as it sounds. [Ep73]
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Jun 18, 2020
Free Kicks – The Premier League Returns
Adam and Rick discuss the return of the Premier League, including the first batch of games, the jam packed schedule, and what we can expect over these next few weeks. [Ep72]
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Jun 11, 2020
Free Kicks – The British are Coming
Adam and Rick prepare for the return of the British Premier League. Plus, they talk about the closing weeks of the German Bundesliga and provide some useful German soccer phrases. [Ep71]
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May 28, 2020
Free Kicks – Soccer’s New Reality
Adam and Rick analyze the best and the worst of soccer's new reality in Germany. They also update what is happening here in America, and when we can expect the Premier League to return. [Ep70]
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May 21, 2020
Free Kicks – German Soccer Returns
Adam and Rick analyze the return of professional soccer in Germany. No crowds, No high fives, and no defense. Also a check-in with the Premier League's Project Restart and see if it's still on track for a June start. [Ep69]
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May 14, 2020
Free Kicks – Soccer is Back-ish!
Adam and Rick discuss the return of soccer/football in Europe. The first place to give it a go is Germany, and Adam & Rick break down the Bundesliga clubs, including the many American players in that league. [Ep68]
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Apr 30, 2020
Free Kicks – Project Restart
Adam and Rick discuss the possible restarting of the Premier League, the German Bundesliga, the Champions League and more, plus Adam recommends more soccer movies and documentaries. [Ep67]
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Apr 16, 2020
Free Kicks – Diversions in Soccer Entertainment
Adam and Rick update you on the latest Premier League news, but they also talk about some of the great streaming soccer entertainment available, including Adam's Top Five Soccer films of all time. [Ep66]
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Apr 2, 2020
Free Kicks – What’s Happening Off the Pitch
Adam and Rick update the latest news about league closures, including Champions League, Premier League, and European Cup. [Ep65]
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Mar 12, 2020
Free Kicks – CoronaVirus on the pitch
Adam and Rick discuss the effects of the CoronaVirus on European football, and of course, they break down this week in the Premier League. [Ep64]
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Mar 5, 2020
Free Kicks – No Longer Unbeaten
Adam and Rick discuss the end of Liverpool's incredible unbeaten streak. [Ep63]
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Feb 27, 2020
Free Kicks – He bit him where?
Adam and Rick discuss a truly disturbing French soccer story, the fight for the Top 5 in the Premier League, and more. [Ep62]
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Feb 20, 2020
Free Kicks – The Champions League Death Penalty
Adam and Rick discuss the penalty inflicted on Manchester City by the Champions League. It's a doozy. They also welcome a guest to the show, Chris Jamrozy from the Illinois Youth Soccer Association. [Ep61]
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Feb 13, 2020
Free Kicks – Postpone a match? I think not
Adam and Rick discuss the rarity of postponed matches, the history of relegated teams, and more, including the regular feature...Guess the Premier League Star. [Ep60]
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Feb 6, 2020
Free Kicks – Closing the Transfer Window
Adam and Rick analyze the winners and losers in this year's transfer window, and answer a question about Premier League team names. [EP59]
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Jan 30, 2020
Free Kicks – The FA Cup
Adam and Rick explain the FA Cup, play the "Name the Premier League star" game, and Adam explains "squeaky bum time" [Ep58]
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Jan 23, 2020
Free Kicks – Final Across the Pond Special
Adam and Rick talk about the greatest team in the world (Liverpool), and file their final "Across the Pond" report from Chelsea in London. [Ep57]
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Jan 16, 2020
Free Kicks – Across the Pond, Episode 4
Adam and Rick discuss the star strikers of the Premier League (one injured, one red-carded, one setting records), and do their fourth installment of "Across the Pond"--a report from their visit to Chelsea. [Ep56]
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Jan 2, 2020
Free Kicks – The Festive Fixtures
Adam and Rick recap the holiday matches, explain the phenomenon of Boxing Day, and deliver another report from Across the Pond. [EP55]
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Dec 19, 2019
Free Kicks – Across the Pond, Episode II
Adam and Rick discuss the state of the Premier League table (top & bottom) as the league heads into the Christmas Fixtures, and the Champions League draw. Plus, episode 2 from across the pond--from Chelsea's training facility in England. [Ep54].fusion-body .fusion-builder-column-4{width:100% !important;margin-top : 0px;margin-bottom : 0px;}.fusion-builder-column-4 > .fusion-column-wrapper {padding-top : 0px !important;padding-right : 0px !important;margin-right : 0px;padding-bottom : 0px !important;padding-left : 0px !important;margin-left : 0px;}@media only screen and (max-width:1024px) {.fusion-body .fusion-builder-column-4{width:100% !important;}.fusion-builder-column-4 > .fusion-column-wrapper {margin-right : 0px;margin-left : 0px;}}@media only screen and (max-width:640px) {.fusion-body .fusion-builder-column-4{width:100% !important;}.fusion-builder-column-4 > .fusion-column-wrapper {margin-right : 0px;margin-left : 0px;}}.fusion-fullwidth.fusion-builder-row-5 { overflow:visible;…
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Dec 12, 2019
Free Kicks – Across the Pond, Episode I
Adam and Rick paint the picture of their experience at Chelsea's Stamford Bridge, as well as the usual features. [Ep53]
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Nov 21, 2019
Free Kicks – An English Primer
Adam and Rick prepare for their trip to Chelsea. Adam preps Rick on English grammar, football terminology, and dos and don'ts for attending a Premier League game. [Ep52]
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Nov 13, 2019
Free Kicks – A Chip Butty
Adam and Rick discuss the week in Premier League games, plus Adam explains what a Chip butty is to Rick. That's right, a chip butty. [Ep51]
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Nov 6, 2019
Free Kicks – Battle of the Titans
Adam and Rick discuss the Titans of the Premier League--Liverpool & Manchester City--their close calls against lesser foes, and their upcoming battle against each other. [Ep50]
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Oct 30, 2019
Free Kicks – A Star is Born
Adam and Rick discuss the emergence of American superstar Christian Pulisic--Chelsea's exciting young striker. Also, play along with the "Guess that Premier League Star" game, and schedule your DVR with Adam's TV Tip. [EP49]
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Oct 26, 2019
Free Kicks – Old Trafford
Adam and Rick discuss the power of Manchester United's home stadium--Old Trafford. Also, play along with the Guess the Premier League Star game. Can you guess him before Adam does? [Ep48]
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Oct 12, 2019
Free Kicks – The Sack Race
Adam and Rick discuss the sack race--which coach/manager will be sacked next? They also delve into what words can get you kicked out of a Premier League game. You might be surprised. [Ep47]
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Oct 4, 2019
Free Kicks – The Ugliest Kits
Adam and Rick discuss the perils of playing it out of the back, the up-and-coming Leicester team, the ugliest kits in the Premier League, and they play "Guess that Premier League Star" [Ep46]
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Sep 27, 2019
Free Kicks – Chelsea Blues
Adam & Rick discuss Chelsea's climb up Liverpool mountain, throat-crushing Man City, the bubbles at West Ham, take a quiz about a Premier League star, and pick the scores of the top 5 games for next weekend. [Ep45]
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Sep 20, 2019
Free Kicks – Upset of the Year
Adam and Rick discuss a massive upset in the Premier League, fill out the NBC soccer pool, take a star-player quiz, and Adam points you in the right direction for future TV soccer viewing. [Ep44]
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Sep 6, 2019
Free Kicks – When Worlds Collide
Rick meets his soccer broadcasting idol Arlo White, Adam breaks down the 96th North London Derby (Tottenham vs. Arsenal), and you can play along with their Guess the Premier League Star quiz.. [Ep43]
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Aug 30, 2019
Free Kicks- Mind the (Decreasing) Gap
Adam and Rick discuss the decreasing gap between teams 3-20 in the Premier League, and the increasing gap between those same teams in the top 2. [Ep42]
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Aug 23, 2019
Free Kicks – Vars’ Revenge
Adam and Rick talk about the introduction of Video Assistant Referees (VAR) in the competition of the Premier League. [Ep41]
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Aug 15, 2019
Free Kicks – Chelsea Lately
Adam and Rick recap the first week of the Premier League season, including the shocking loss of Adam's favorite team Chelsea. [Ep40]
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Aug 7, 2019
Free Kicks – ’19/’20 Premier League Preview
Adam and Rick preview the upcoming Premier League season. New players. New teams. New rules. [Ep39]
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May 8, 2019
Free Kicks – 05/08/19
EP38: Adam and Rick discuss the final week of the Premier League season, and preview the summer ahead (World Cup, Champions League, and Europa league finals).
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May 4, 2019
Free Kicks – 05/04/19
EP37: Adam and Rick talk about the Player of the Year awards, the craziest game of the season, and take a quiz about the dirtiest players of all-time.
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Apr 16, 2019
Free Kicks – 04/17/19
EP36: Adam and Rick discuss the great race for this year's Premier League title (between Man City & Liverpool), and take a quiz about previous down-to-the-wire races.
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Apr 10, 2019
Free Kicks – 04/10/19
EP35: Adam and Rick discuss the FA Cup semis, take a FA Cup quiz, and do a quick preview of the U.S. Women's National Team chances of winning this summer's World Cup.
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Apr 3, 2019
Free Kicks – 04/03/19
EP34: Adam and Rick discuss the cauldron of atmosphere at Liverpool, the statuesque defense of Fulham, Adam's soccer trip to Barcelona, and take a quiz about Sheffield
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Mar 13, 2019
Free Kicks – 03/13/19
EP33: Adam and Rick discuss a fan attacking a player on the pitch, the Premier League title race heating up, the battle for 4th place, and Adam takes a quiz about one of the clubs moving up to the Premiership next year--Leeds United.
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Mar 6, 2019
Free Kicks – 03/06/19
EP32: Adam and Rick reveal their nicknames discuss the Liverpool scoring crisis, penalty kick protocol, the Best of the Rest, and Adam take a Brighton & Hove Albion quiz.
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Feb 27, 2019
Free Kicks – 02/27/19
EP31: Rick and Adam discuss the injury-palooza of Man U vs. Liverpool, the keeper who wouldn't leave the game, the sprinklers that sent a message, and Adam takes a quiz about Newcastle.
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Feb 14, 2019
Free Kicks – 02/14/19
EP30: Adam and Rick discuss the worst loss in Chelsea history, the race for the top six, and take an Arsenal quiz.
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Feb 6, 2019
Free Kicks – 02/06/19
EP29: Adam and Rick discuss the moves made during the January transfer window, the black cat on the field, the race for 7th and the race for 4th, and Adam takes a Cardiff City quiz
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Jan 22, 2019
Free Kicks – 01/22/19
EP28: On this week's Free Kicks, Adam & Rick recap the London Derbies, explore the nuances of the January transfer window, and take a quiz about Manchester City FC.
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Jan 13, 2019
Free Kicks – 01/13/19
EP27: Adam and Rick podcasting from McCormick Place, right smack in the middle of an international soccer coaches convention.
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Dec 19, 2018
Free Kicks – 12/19/18
EP26: Adam and Rick discuss the firing of Jose Mourinho, preview the Round of 16 in Champions league, take a quiz about Liverpool, and give you TV tips for the jam-packed holiday schedule.
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Dec 15, 2018
Free Kicks – 12/15/18
EP25: Adam and Rick discuss the new teams at the top and bottom of the Premier League table, the MLS final and American soccer progress, and Adam takes a quiz about Wolverhampton.
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Nov 28, 2018
Free Kicks – 11/28/18
EP24: Adam and Rick recap Week 13 of the Premier League, Rick uses the word "audacious" in a sentence, and Adam takes a quiz about Huddersfield Town.
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Nov 14, 2018
Free Kicks – 11/14/18
EP23: Adam and Rick discuss Week 12 of the Premier League season, Adam explains a foreign tradition and Rick pays tribute to two new broadcasting adjectives. This week's quiz is about Tottensham Hotspurs.
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Nov 8, 2018
Free Kicks – 11/08/18
EP22: Adam and Rick discuss Premier League week 11, Rick suggests a new rule, Adam explains a foreign tradition, and this week's quiz is about Leicester City
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Nov 2, 2018
Free Kicks – 11/02/18
EP21: Adam and Rick discuss Week 10 in the Premier League, the tragic death of Leicester City's owner, and Adam takes a quiz about Fulham.
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Oct 23, 2018
Free Kicks – 10/23/18
EP20: Adam and Rick discuss week 9 of the Premier League, Adam explains a Liverpool song tradition, and takes a quiz about Bournemouth. He also gives this weekend's TV soccer viewing tip.
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Oct 4, 2018
Free Kicks – 10/4/18
EP19: Rick and Adam recap Week 7 of the Premier League season, Adam takes a Burnley quiz, and Adam gives his weekly TV soccer tip.
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Sep 25, 2018
Free Kicks – 9/25/18
EP18: Adam and Rick recap week 6 of the Premier League and the first leg of the Champions league, Adam explains a few British announcer idioms, Rick quizzes Adam on his knowledge of Southampton, and Adam offers this week's TV Tip.
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Sep 18, 2018
Free Kicks – 09/18/18
EP17: Adam and Rick recap week 5 in the Premier League, preview the first leg of the Champions League group stage, offer Adam's weekend TV Tip, and Rick quizzes Adam about his West Ham United knowledge.
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Sep 11, 2018
Free Kicks – 09/11/18
EP16: Adam and Rick discuss the Nation's League results and the retirement of Jermaine Jones, preview this season's Champions League, and Adam takes a quiz about Everton FC.
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Sep 5, 2018
Free Kicks – 09/05/18
EP15: Adam and Rick discuss Clint Dempsey's retirement, week 4 of the Premier League, a few foreign traditions, and Rick quizzes Adam on his knowledge of Watford.
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Aug 30, 2018
Free Kicks – 08/30/18
EP14: Adam and Rick discuss Schweinsteiger in Bayern, Jose's postgame meltdown, highlights from the 3rd week of the Premier League, and Rick quizzes Adam's knowledge of Manchester United.
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Aug 26, 2018
Free Kicks – 08/29/18
EP13: Adam and Rick discuss Premier League week 2, the English definition of "cracker", and Rick quizzes Adam about Chelsea.
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Aug 14, 2018
Free Kicks – 8/14/18
EP12: Adam and Rick preview the Premier League season and recap the first weekend of games.
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Jul 19, 2018
Free Kicks – 07/19/18
EP11: Adam & Rick recap the World Cup final, and talk about some of the greatest moments from a truly memorable World Cup.
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Jul 13, 2018
Free Kicks – 07/13/18
EP10: Adam and Rick recap the semi-finals (including England's painful loss), and preview the World Cup Finals.
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Jul 7, 2018
Free Kicks 07/07/18
EP9: Rick and Adam recap the Round of 16 and preview the Quarterfinals of the World Cup. Adam (the Brit) is just a little giddy.
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Jun 28, 2018
Free Kicks – 06/28/18
EP8: Adam and Rick ride an emotional World Cup roller coaster, including a live session during the Germany game...in which Rick can be heard vomiting and weeping (metaphorically).
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Jun 20, 2018
Free Kicks – 06/20/18
EP7: Adam and Rick go over the first week of the incredible World Cup, and preview what's to come this week.
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Jun 14, 2018
Free Kicks – 06/14/18
EP6: Adam and Rick preview World Cup Groups G & H, and give you World Cup picks and viewing tips.
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Jun 7, 2018
Free Kicks – 06/07/18
EP5: Adam and Rick discuss the surprising news about Zidane's retirement, USAs game versus Ireland, and preview World Cup groups D, E, and F, featuring great teams like Argentina, Brazil and Germany.
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May 31, 2018
Free Kicks – 05/31/18
EP4: Rick and Adam recap the Champions League final, USA's game vs. Bolivia, and preview Groups A, B, and C in the upcoming World Cup.
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May 24, 2018
Free Kicks – 05/24/18
EP3: Adam and Rick discuss Adam's trip to Barcelona including the game he saw there, as well as the FA Cup final, a preview of the Champions League final, and the finer points of coaching Adam learned from the Spanish.
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May 15, 2018
Free Kicks – 05/15/18
EP2: Adam and Rick recap a memorable Premier League season, preview the FA Cup final, and discuss a possible new soccer franchise coming to Chicago.
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May 7, 2018
Free Kicks – 05/07/18
EP1: Rick and Adam discuss the Champions league, some of the greatest Premier League managers, a turn of a British phrase, and relegation.
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