The breakdown of  'No Weddings and A Funeral' proves to be the sleeper episode for Shawn and Nikki.  This episode might actually be their legitimate favourite.  As always vulnerable confessions from our hosts.  Shawn reveals what his next adventure is, while Nikki falls in love with the Grip life.  

The breakdown of  'No Weddings and A Funeral' proves to be the sleeper episode for Shawn and Nikki.  This episode might actually be their legitimate favourite.  As always vulnerable confessions from our hosts.  Shawn reveals what his next adventure is, while Nikki falls in love with the Grip life.

Episode 31 - Die, Rupert, Die.

Nikki and Shawn gush over their mutual admiration for director Sam Jones.  They break down the winks and nods of their FAVOURITE episode 'Beard After Hours' as well getting into the deep personal connections of this amazing show.  They set out to convince all the sceptics that this is an episode more than worthy of a second look, including the amazing performance by Brendan Hunt.  *CORRECTION - Nikki mentions Elvis Presley  but meant Elvis Costello.  Oooffff big mistake. 

Nikki and Shawn gush over their mutual admiration for director Sam Jones.  They break down the winks and nods of their FAVOURITE episode 'Beard After Hours' as well getting into the deep personal connections of this amazing show.  They set out to convince all the sceptics that this is an episode more than worthy of a second look, including the amazing performance by Brendan Hunt.   *CORRECTION - Nikki mentions Elvis Presley  but meant Elvis Costello.  Oooffff big mistake.

Episode 30 -  Jones'ing for More. 

Ok..for real...THIS is our favourite episode!  Nikki and Shawn gorge on the awesome that is 'Man City'.  The highs, the lows, the punch...the HUG.  And don't forget the haircut!  So much to talk about, so little time.  Cheers to 1 year of podcasting!!!  

Ok..for real...THIS is our favourite episode!  Nikki and Shawn gorge on the awesome that is 'Man City'.  The highs, the lows, the punch...the HUG.  And don't forget the haircut!  So much to talk about, so little time.   Cheers to 1 year of podcasting!!!

Episode 29 - MIND YOUR BUSINESS

Back up and gimme some space!  Nikki and Shawn breakdown 'Headspace' on this episode of The Lasso Effect.  They discuss therapy, the cycle of bullying, fight or flight and as always...relationships!  And a listener email provides some much needed inspiration for our intrepid hosts.  All that and more....WHISTLE!!!

Back up and gimme some space!  Nikki and Shawn breakdown 'Headspace' on this episode of The Lasso Effect.  They discuss therapy, the cycle of bullying, fight or flight and as always...relationships!  And a listener email provides some much needed inspiration for our intrepid hosts.  All that and more....WHISTLE!!!

Episode 28 - WHISTLE!!!!!

In this episode of The Lasso Effect,  we discuss the big reveal of "The Signal" and speculate other possible "signals" that unfold.   Just as soon as the Greyhounds, "PARK THE BUS", we feel like the story is just starting to get the bus rolling.  So much to unpack in this episode and of course Shawn thinks it's his favourite episode.  LETTTT'SSSSSSSSS GOOOOOOO!!!!

In this episode of The Lasso Effect,  we discuss the big reveal of "The Signal" and speculate other possible "signals" that unfold.   Just as soon as the Greyhounds, "PARK THE BUS", we feel like the story is just starting to get the bus rolling.  So much to unpack in this episode and of course Shawn thinks it's his favourite episode.  LETTTT'SSSSSSSSS GOOOOOOO!!!!

Episode 27 - START THE BUS!!! 

Nikki and Shawn decided that THIS EPISODE is their favourite! (However, they do reserve the right to change their minds at any time).   For the love of Rom-Communism, they thoroughly break down the references, call backs and the layered meaning of letting go.  It's Nikki's turn to cry this time.  They also attempt to sync up the Roy Kent chant....

Nikki and Shawn decided that THIS EPISODE is their favourite! (However, they do reserve the right to change their minds at any time).    For the love of Rom-Communism, they thoroughly break down the references, call backs and the layered meaning of letting go.  It's Nikki's turn to cry this time.  They also attempt to sync up the Roy Kent chant....

Episode 26 - Let's Invade France

It's the Christmas Episode and let me tell you that "Carol of the Bells" is packed with more details than you think!  Shawn and Nikki uncover some juicy details and of course Shawn gets emotional....again!  And as always, we are back with all the regular segments!  

It's the Christmas Episode and let me tell you that "Carol of the Bells" is packed with more details than you think!  Shawn and Nikki uncover some juicy details and of course Shawn gets emotional....again!  And as always, we are back with all the regular segments!

Episode 25 - Holmes for the Holidays!

Hi everyone, we are back!!!   After a four month break and much improved sound, Nikki and Shawn quickly catch up and then dive into Season 2 overview and how it effected them.    So good to be talking all things Ted Lasso again!   

Hi everyone, we are back!!!   After a four month break and much improved sound, Nikki and Shawn quickly catch up and then dive into Season 2 overview and how it effected them.    So good to be talking all things Ted Lasso again!

Episode 24 - Follow the Money!

Nikki and Shawn kick off the show with a great discussion about vulnerability and how's it ok to not be ok.  They then dive into the mammoth and meaty breakdown for Season 2, episode 3 (Do The Right-Er Thing).

Nikki and Shawn kick off the show with a great discussion about vulnerability and how's it ok to not be ok.  They then dive into the mammoth and meaty breakdown for Season 2, episode 3 (Do The Right-Er Thing).

Episode 23 - Goodbye, Dubai

Break down of Season 2 Episode 2 and the usual segments including our new segment "Are They Fucking With Us" 

Break down of Season 2 Episode 2 and the usual segments including our new segment "Are They Fucking With Us"

Episode 22 - Closest Thing to a Dodge Ram 

A deep dive into the amazing DNA of "Ted Lasso", the award winning Apple TV+ series.  The hosts cover everything from the brilliant comedy writing to how the show has effected their lives and the lives of listeners.

Nikki and Shawn return with an episode from 2100 kms away.  They are full of TLC as they breakdown the first episode of Season 2 and introduce a new segment!  Life is...LASSO.  

Nikki and Shawn return with an episode from 2100 kms away.  They are full of TLC as they breakdown the first episode of Season 2 and introduce a new segment!   Life is...LASSO.

Episode 21 - What's Up, Doc?

This episode is a grab bag of goodness as Shawn and Nikki discuss the journeys and best moments of Coach Beard, Jamie Tartt, Higgins and Sam.   Delirious energy fills the closet as our intrepid hosts discuss the highlights of the film they are working on as well as pass out some well deserved TLC.  Shawn also tells racists to fuck off.

This episode is a grab bag of goodness as Shawn and Nikki discuss the journeys and best moments of Coach Beard, Jamie Tartt, Higgins and Sam.   Delirious energy fills the closet as our intrepid hosts discuss the highlights of the film they are working on as well as pass out some well deserved TLC.  Shawn also tells racists to fuck off.

Episode 20 - Beard and The Boys

It's the Roy episode!  This guy is EVERYWHERE.  They break down all the best moments of Roy Kent and learn that Balham is a district in London and G-A-Y is the best name for a club ever.   Shawn suggests that Nikki may be the female Roy and she is kind of speechless.

It's the Roy episode!  This guy is EVERYWHERE.  They break down all the best moments of Roy Kent and learn that Balham is a district in London and G-A-Y is the best name for a club ever.   Shawn suggests that Nikki may be the female Roy and she is kind of speechless.

Episode 19 - He's Here, He's There...

Nikki and Shawn break down the journey of everyone's favourite girl, Keeley Jones.  From Page 3 model to Player Publicist for AFC Richmond, Keeley's highlights are vast and radiant. Our hosts also send out some major TLC to the Lasso community for helping to inspire an exciting upcoming project. 

Nikki and Shawn break down the journey of everyone's favourite girl, Keeley Jones.  From Page 3 model to Player Publicist for AFC Richmond, Keeley's highlights are vast and radiant.  Our hosts also send out some major TLC to the Lasso community for helping to inspire an exciting upcoming project.

Episode 18 - Pillow of Empowerment

Shawn and Nikki get to have a lovely chat with the one and only Production Designer, Paul Cripps!!  We discuss behind the scenes of Ted Lasso, movies, monarchy and most importantly mental health.   We absolutely fall in love with this gem of a man!  

Shawn and Nikki get to have a lovely chat with the one and only Production Designer, Paul Cripps!!  We discuss behind the scenes of Ted Lasso, movies, monarchy and most importantly mental health.   We absolutely fall in love with this gem of a man!

Episode 17 - Tales From The Cripps

Nate's journey includes discussion about anxiety, self esteem and many moments of empowerment for our precious kit man.   Nikki and Shawn talk about how Nate's journey is a strong reminder that we all need a safe and nurturing place to thrive and grow. 

Nate's journey includes discussion about anxiety, self esteem and many moments of empowerment for our precious kit man.   Nikki and Shawn talk about how Nate's journey is a strong reminder that we all need a safe and nurturing place to thrive and grow.

Episode 16 - Nate The Great

This episode is fully dedicated to the fierce, funny and fabulous, Rebecca Welton.  We discuss where she came from to where she is going and everything in between.  Shawn reads a listener email that sparks on new perspective on Nate's anxiety and Nikki tries not to cry again.  

This episode is fully dedicated to the fierce, funny and fabulous, Rebecca Welton.  We discuss where she came from to where she is going and everything in between.   Shawn reads a listener email that sparks on new perspective on Nate's anxiety and Nikki tries not to cry again.

Episode 15 - Rebecca's Journey

NANANANANA DANI ROJAS!!!!Cristo Fernández, who plays Dani Rojas,  join Nikki and Shawn all the way from London to chat about his career, being on the set of Ted Lasso and how his journey in life has prepared him for the role of the raven haired golden retriever!  Click the link below to check out Cristo's other projects that he mentions and linksto his social media and production company Espectro MX Films.https://www.cristofernandez.comTwitter: cristofernandez.mxTwitter: espectromxfilmsFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/cristofernandez.mxInstagram: https://instagram.com/cristofernandez.mx?utm_medium=copy_linkInstagram: https://instagram.com/espectromxfilms?utm_medium=copy_link

NANANANANA DANI ROJAS!!!! Cristo Fernández, who plays Dani Rojas,  join Nikki and Shawn all the way from London to chat about his career, being on the set of Ted Lasso and how his journey in life has prepared him for the role of the raven haired golden retriever!  Click the link below to check out Cristo's other projects that he mentions and linksto his social media and production company Espectro MX Films. <a href="http://www.cristofernandez.com" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://www.cristofernandez.com</a> Twitter: <a href="http://cristofernandez.mx" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">cristofernandez.mx</a> Twitter: espectromxfilms Facebook: <a href="https://www.facebook.com/cristofernandez.mx" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://www.facebook.com/cristofernandez.mx</a> Instagram: <a href="https://instagram.com/cristofernandez.mx?utm_medium=copy_link" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://instagram.com/cristofernandez.mx?utm_medium=copy_link</a> Instagram: <a href="https://instagram.com/espectromxfilms?utm_medium=copy_link" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://instagram.com/espectromxfilms?utm_medium=copy_link</a>

Episode 14 - 'I Don't Include Judas' 

Season 2 trailer break down full of fun theories and what the kids call "Easter Eggs"

Season 2 trailer break down full of fun theories and what the kids call "Easter Eggs"

Episode 13 - Sugar Free Biscuits

Shawn and Nikki unpack the movie, Major League and the left hand turn that Ted Lasso takes away from misogyny, homophobia and toxic masculinity.  (Spoiler Alert: There are some tears)

Shawn and Nikki unpack the movie, Major League and the left hand turn that Ted Lasso takes away from misogyny, homophobia and toxic masculinity.   (Spoiler Alert: There are some tears)

Episode 12 - Cleveland Til We Die

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