After the Whistle with Brendan Hunt and Rebecca Lowe

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Rebecca Lowe (Fox Sports) and Brendan Hunt (‘Ted Lasso’) are teaming up again to take on the 2026 World Cup! They’ll ride an emotional roller coaster together as 48 teams play 104 action-packed matches across the U.S., Canada, and Mexico. They’ll bring you all the joy and the drama, the hope and the heartbreak — and help you understand the matchups and personalities that will make this the biggest sporting and cultural event of our lifetimes

‘After the Whistle With Brendan Hunt and Rebecca Lowe’ is an Apple News Original podcast presented by Verizon.

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53 episodes
Updated July 20

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Dec 7, 2022 · 34 min
One World Cup Cinderella story ends in heartbreak, another continues — off one of the gutsiest plays ever
Brendan and Rebecca go around the grounds on the latest Round of 16 results: Why are World Cup Cinderellas so rare? Are Brazil’s goal celebrations just too much? And is there anything more badass than a Panenka to win a penalty shootout? Then, they preview all four quarterfinal matches, and Rebecca has an unexpected change of heart about her beloved England side.
Dec 5, 2022 · 35 min
‘Ted Lasso’ star Brett Goldstein on England’s delightfully angry goalkeeper and how lasagna can ensure victory over France
A 3-0 victory over Senegal wasn’t enough for Rebecca, who has some quibbles for England’s manager, Gareth Southgate. Plus, Brendan and Rebecca recap all of the day’s action, delighting in Harry Kane finally scoring a goal and marveling at the magic of France’s Kylian Mbappé. And Brett Goldstein, who plays Roy Kent on ‘Ted Lasso,’ joins the pod to share his favorite thing about watching England (Jordan Pickford’s attitude) and to propose a creative way for England to handle Mbappé in the squad’s quarterfinal matchup (lasagna, anyone?).
Dec 3, 2022 · 34 min
What went wrong for The Guys in USA’s crushing World Cup exit
Minutes after the U.S.’s heartbreaking loss to the Netherlands, Brendan and Rebecca talk through where The Guys went wrong: an uncharacteristic flub from Tyler Adams, questionable lineup decisions from Gregg Berhalter, and above all else … youth. And after this “naive but brave” performance, Brendan and Rebecca can’t help but be hopeful for 2024 and 2026. Then they briefly look ahead to England–Senegal and take a detour into the startling way that most Brits butter their toast.
Dec 3, 2022 · 34 min
The end of a totally unpredictable group stage, plus knockout-round predictions with Steve Nash
Brendan and Rebecca put a bow on the group stage of this entertaining, bizarre, and totally unpredictable World Cup. Then basketball legend (and footy superfan) Steve Nash joins them to discuss his global World Cup allegiances (Canada, England, Wales, AND the U.S.), his thoughts on why Gio Reyna is on the bench, and to make some knockout-round predictions. Steve shares Rebecca’s affliction with the “Southgate flu” and comes together with Brendan despite their Spurs–Arsenal rivalry. Finally, Brendan and Rebecca talk out X-factors and nerves for Saturday’s pivotal USA–Netherlands showdown.
Dec 2, 2022 · 34 min
Making sense of an utterly chaotic World Cup day. Plus, special guest Steve Kerr.
Brendan and Rebecca break down some stunning results no one could have predicted, as Morocco and Japan win their respective groups and Germany and Belgium are both eliminated. Then, Golden State Warriors coach Steve Kerr joins to share how he became a soccer superfan later in life (thanks, Mo Salah), explain why he shows soccer videos to his NBA team, and go on the record about an iconic moment with Michael Jordan at the 1998 NBA Finals. Brendan and Rebecca wrap up with some bits and bobs on the Ghana-Uruguay beef and Christian Pulisic’s injury, then tip their caps to Stéphanie Frappart, who made history today as the first woman to referee a men’s World Cup match.
Nov 30, 2022 · 34 min
Reliving USA’s nail-biting victory — and wondering whether England is actually any good
A joyous Brendan and Rebecca breathe sighs of relief as the U.S. and England both advance to the knockout rounds. Brendan complains about not sitting down for an hour and a half, while Rebecca complains about which players rested the final 30 minutes in a 3-0 win. They cover Christian Pulisic’s thrilling goal (and painful injury) and the harrowing final minutes of the U.S.–Iran match, and attempt to answer an important question: Is England actually any good? Then, “Dutch in 60” takes on a whole new meaning as the pair preview this weekend’s U.S.–Netherlands and England–Senegal games.
Nov 29, 2022 · 37 min
Recapping a dramatic weekend and previewing a pivotal “feast of footy”
Coming off an action-packed weekend, Brendan and Rebecca recap the tournament’s biggest headlines: Has Belgium wasted a golden generation of talent? Will Germany somehow win it all despite opening with a loss and a draw? Is Lionel Messi actually coming to MLS? And ... is it cool to blow the final whistle right before a corner? Then, they touch on rising Iran–U.S. tensions before offering up a viewers’ guide to the pivotal “feast of footy” happening this week, as just two (!) teams have been eliminated from contention thus far.
Nov 26, 2022 · 38 min
Bewilderment, frustration, and big question marks after USA and England’s 0-0 draw
In the aftermath of a stunning USA–England result, Rebecca has a serious case of the Southgate flu and Brendan is disappointed by the USMNT’s failure to emerge victorious. They discuss Southgate’s baffling personnel decisions, Tyler Adams’s star turn, and a surprisingly great performance from ... Harry Maguire? Then, Rebecca and Brendan give their optimist’s and pessimist’s takes on both teams’ chances to advance from the group stage, and recap other big headlines from the tournament.
Nov 23, 2022 · 36 min
USA–England anxieties and predictions with Jason Sudeikis
Brendan and Rebecca team up for a special episode before the whistle to preview what could become the most watched soccer game in U.S. history: the impending USA–England showdown on Black Friday. ‘Ted Lasso’ co-creator Jason Sudeikis joins the show to discuss his time living in England, his nerves about Friday’s match, and to give a bold prediction on the final result. Plus, a lightning-round recap of Saudi Arabia’s wild upset of Argentina and all the Cristiano Ronaldo drama.
Nov 22, 2022 · 35 min
Instant reactions to USA-Wales and England-Iran
Minutes after the final whistle, Brendan and Rebecca air out their thoughts on Group B’s first day of World Cup action. Brendan is not in a great place after the U.S.’s 1-1 draw with Wales, but Rebecca thinks there’s actually much to love about The Guys’ performance. Meanwhile, Rebecca is giddy over England’s six (!) goals against Iran and in awe of Jude Bellingham. Plus: Rebecca and Brendan dive in on the “One Love”–armband controversy, the Iranian team’s brave stand, Jack Grealish’s touching goal tribute, and that inescapable Peyton Manning–David Beckham commercial. ‘After the Whistle With Brendan Hunt and Rebecca Lowe’ is an Apple News Original podcast produced by Meadowlark Media. For around-the-clock World Cup news, plus live scores and standings, follow along on the Apple News app in My Sports, where available.
Nov 18, 2022 · 33 min
World Cup 2022 Preview: Part 2
We’re officially two days out from the start of the World Cup, so it’s time for Brendan’s and Rebecca’s predictions: Who will be the dark horses? The underperformers? The breakout stars? The most fun to watch? And of course: Who will go all the way? Plus, hear Brendan and Rebecca discuss what could be Messi’s and Ronaldo’s last rides and educate everyone on the do’s and do nots (… mostly do nots) for how to behave at a World Cup party. ‘After the Whistle with Brendan Hunt and Rebecca Lowe’ is an Apple News Original podcast produced by Meadowlark Media. For around-the-clock World Cup news, plus live scores and standings, follow along on the Apple News app in My Sports, where available.
Nov 17, 2022 · 27 min
World Cup 2022 Preview: Part 1
In this inaugural episode, Brendan Hunt (who plays Coach Beard on ‘Ted Lasso’) and Rebecca Lowe (who covers the English Premier League for NBC Sports) gear up for the World Cup. Hear them battle out their national allegiances to the U.S. and England, reflect on the human-rights abuses taking place in Qatar, and share the story of how ‘Ted Lasso’ brought them together eight years ago. ‘After the Whistle with Brendan Hunt and Rebecca Lowe’ is an Apple News Original podcast produced by Meadowlark Media. For around-the-clock World Cup news, plus live scores and standings, follow along on the Apple News app in My Sports, where available.
Nov 13, 2022 · 1 min
Introducing ‘After the Whistle with Brendan Hunt and Rebecca Lowe’
Join Brendan Hunt, who plays Coach Beard on ‘Ted Lasso’, and Rebecca Lowe, presenter for NBC Sports, as they celebrate, mourn, laugh, and cry during the World Cup. They’re teaming up to talk about all the dramatic moments, the favorites and the dark horses, the stars and the flops ... with a few special guests stopping by along the way. It’s the beautiful game, as experienced by two of the very best friends (who just met).

After the Whistle with Brendan Hunt and Rebecca Lowe

One World Cup Cinderella story ends in heartbreak, another continues — off one of the gutsiest plays ever

‘Ted Lasso’ star Brett Goldstein on England’s delightfully angry goalkeeper and how lasagna can ensure victory over France

What went wrong for The Guys in USA’s crushing World Cup exit

The end of a totally unpredictable group stage, plus knockout-round predictions with Steve Nash

Making sense of an utterly chaotic World Cup day. Plus, special guest Steve Kerr.

Reliving USA’s nail-biting victory — and wondering whether England is actually any good

Recapping a dramatic weekend and previewing a pivotal “feast of footy”

Bewilderment, frustration, and big question marks after USA and England’s 0-0 draw

USA–England anxieties and predictions with Jason Sudeikis

Instant reactions to USA-Wales and England-Iran

World Cup 2022 Preview: Part 2

World Cup 2022 Preview: Part 1

Introducing ‘After the Whistle with Brendan Hunt and Rebecca Lowe’