Justin Morrow

Fresh off signing a new contract with Toronto FC, the ladies welcome Mr. MLS Good Guy Justin Morrow. From preparing for his 8th season with TFC to his duties as Executive Director of Black Players for Change, Justin discusses how he balances it all, including the challenges that Canadian teams face during a pandemic. Justin dishes on new head coach Chris Armas, and what makes TFC a contender in 2021. PLUS - ever wondered what’s in the bag? The gals get to the bottom of the favorite accessory of MLS players.

Fresh off signing a new contract with Toronto FC, the ladies welcome Mr. MLS Good Guy Justin Morrow. From preparing for his 8th season with TFC to his duties as Executive Director of Black Players for Change, Justin discusses how he balances it all, including the challenges that Canadian teams face during a pandemic. Justin dishes on new head coach Chris Armas, and what makes TFC a contender in 2021. PLUS - ever wondered what’s in the bag? The gals get to the bottom of the favorite accessory of MLS players.

 Justin Morrow & BPC: "I Hardly Look Back"

Greg Vanney

The ladies live vicariously through new head coach of the LA Galaxy, Greg Vanney, who feels right at home in the SoCal sunshine. He discusses the decision to leave Toronto, how he will restore "the soul” of the Galaxy, and he DOESN’T rule out seeing Chicharito and Sebastian Giovinco on the field together. Plus, the “Sigi Schmid” influence on his coaching style. Speaking of style...did the iconic scarf make the trip to the West Coast? Can you say “here for this” episode?? Because we SO are!

The ladies live vicariously through new head coach of the LA Galaxy, Greg Vanney, who feels right at home in the SoCal sunshine. He discusses the decision to leave Toronto, how he will restore "the soul” of the Galaxy, and he DOESN’T rule out seeing Chicharito and Sebastian Giovinco on the field together. Plus, the “Sigi Schmid” influence on his coaching style. Speaking of style...did the iconic scarf make the trip to the West Coast? Can you say “here for this” episode?? Because we SO are!

Greg Vanney’s big plans for the LA Galaxy 

Alexi Lalas

This week the ladies are joined by soccer’s ultimate Renaissance man, Alexi Lalas, who has truly done it all. From player to broadcaster to musician and everything in between, Alexi discusses his views on social media, the youth movement in American Soccer, his musical inspirations, and that time he made a cameo in a Mary Kate &amp; Ashley Olsen film. PLUS - he weighs in on some of his most iconic looks. Flawless or Lawless? You decide!

This week the ladies are joined by soccer’s ultimate Renaissance man, Alexi Lalas, who has truly done it all. From player to broadcaster to musician and everything in between, Alexi discusses his views on social media, the youth movement in American Soccer, his musical inspirations, and that time he made a cameo in a Mary Kate &amp; Ashley Olsen film. PLUS - he weighs in on some of his most iconic looks. Flawless or Lawless? You decide!

Alexi Lalas: “Of course I believe everything that I say”

Jordan Angeli, former Pro and Columbus Crew SC Broadcaster, joins us on today’s episode. How she got her start in broadcasting, what coming to terms with the end of your playing career really looks like, and what we can expect from the Crew in 2021. Jordan gives us an imaginary stadium tour as we look ahead. Who she is closest to on the USWNT roster, plus, is Jordan here for turtlenecks? Lots of fun on this one!

Jordan Angeli, former Pro and Columbus Crew SC Broadcaster, joins us on today’s episode. How she got her start in broadcasting, what coming to terms with the end of your playing career really looks like, and what we can expect from the Crew in 2021. Jordan gives us an imaginary stadium tour as we look ahead. Who she is closest to on the USWNT roster, plus, is Jordan here for turtlenecks? Lots of fun on this one!

It Can Define You, or It Can Refine You

Luis Robles

Backline to front office?! Fresh off hanging up the boots, Robles opens up about the phone call that inspired him to “announce” retirement, why David Beckham is the coolest, and early personal &amp; career challenges in Germany. Luis also dishes on his passion for MLS and helping the next generation of players. MLS owners, you better get this guy in your front office while you still can! Season 3 of The Call Up kicks off with an interview you do not want to miss.

Backline to front office?! Fresh off hanging up the boots, Robles opens up about the phone call that inspired him to “announce” retirement, why David Beckham is the coolest, and early personal &amp; career challenges in Germany. Luis also dishes on his passion for MLS and helping the next generation of players. MLS owners, you better get this guy in your front office while you still can! Season 3 of The Call Up kicks off with an interview you do not want to miss.

Luis Robles: What’s next for MLS “Ironman”?

Becky G

On the Call Up season finale, Angel City FC Co-owner, singer, actress, and philanthropist Becky G joins the party! She discusses what we can expect for the 2022 NWSL side, a who’s who of female ownership, and an MLS Cup prediction. And yes, we dive a little into quarantine life with boyfriend Sebastian Lletget. You do not want to miss this one. Who said 2020 was all bad?

On the Call Up season finale, Angel City FC Co-owner, singer, actress, and philanthropist Becky G joins the party! She discusses what we can expect for the 2022 NWSL side, a who’s who of female ownership, and an MLS Cup prediction. And yes, we dive a little into quarantine life with boyfriend Sebastian Lletget. You do not want to miss this one. Who said 2020 was all bad?

OMG...BECKY G!

Landon Donovan

U.S. soccer legend Landon Donovan joins the show. The best teammates, future of LA Galaxy, last movie that made him cry, why he loves managing, and next aspirations. After being at the center of two on-field controversies in 2020, where do we go from here? Golf with Wayne Gretzky?! Plus, who and what would be at his ideal Thanksgiving table? (Spoiler: gravy optional).

U.S. soccer legend Landon Donovan joins the show. The best teammates, future of LA Galaxy, last movie that made him cry, why he loves managing, and next aspirations. After being at the center of two on-field controversies in 2020, where do we go from here? Golf with Wayne Gretzky?! Plus, who and what would be at his ideal Thanksgiving table? (Spoiler: gravy optional).

Landon Donovan: What Is Gravy Anyway?

Luchi Gonzalez

FC Dallas is gearing up for another crack at the post season. The best-dressed manager in MLS talks challenges, success, youth development, inspiration, AND adds another trophy to the cabinet. Gonzalez family dance-offs? Yup! Spoiler alert: he got it from his mama! Plus, who made OUR Best XI?!

FC Dallas is gearing up for another crack at the post season. The best-dressed manager in MLS talks challenges, success, youth development, inspiration, AND adds another trophy to the cabinet. Gonzalez family dance-offs? Yup! Spoiler alert: he got it from his mama! Plus, who made OUR Best XI?!

Meet Luchi Gonzalez on the Dance Floor

Tyler Miller

Never before told stories from the Minnesota United Goalkeeper, including his first pro job in Germany’s fourth division, to the time his mom dressed him in a pink cotton candy costume for Halloween. Miller gives the ladies an injury update and talks about USMNT aspirations. Also, don’t miss GoPro Peter Vermes.

Never before told stories from the Minnesota United Goalkeeper, including his first pro job in Germany’s fourth division, to the time his mom dressed him in a pink cotton candy costume for Halloween. Miller gives the ladies an injury update and talks about USMNT aspirations. Also, don’t miss GoPro Peter Vermes.

Tyler Miller, Sweet Like Cotton Candy

Ian Joy joins the show! After a 14 year professional career that spanned the Bundesliga &amp; MLS, the now voice of NYCFC discusses the often untold challenges athletes face, mental health, career evolution, and Ronny Deila’s pants (or lack thereof?!) Nothing is off limits with the always energetic and honest Ian Joy.

Ian Joy joins the show! After a 14 year professional career that spanned the Bundesliga &amp; MLS, the now voice of NYCFC discusses the often untold challenges athletes face, mental health, career evolution, and Ronny Deila’s pants (or lack thereof?!) Nothing is off limits with the always energetic and honest Ian Joy.

The Power of Positivity

Not many people are as close to Major League Soccer’s players, coaches and fans as MLSsoccer.com’s Jillian Sakovits and Susannah Collins. Whether it’s on the sidelines or working on a feature story, they spend much of the season on the road and interacting with the newsmakers of the league. With 9 seasons of MLS experience between them and the closest of friends, Jill &amp; Susannah invite you to pull up a chair and be a part of the conversations that up until now had stayed between them over a couple cocktails! We pull back the curtain to what it's like covering MLS – on and off the field.

Kyle Martino talks sliding into Diego Maradona’s DMs and more! A candid and fascinating sit down with the former MLS Rookie of the Year. Martino talks life after MLS and NBC Sports, running for US Soccer president, family, and his newest vision: Haus. Plus, pumpkin spice jerseys?! Come hang 2020 style at the Haus for this episode. You won’t want to miss it!

Kyle Martino talks sliding into Diego Maradona’s DMs and more! A candid and fascinating sit down with the former MLS Rookie of the Year. Martino talks life after MLS and NBC Sports, running for US Soccer president, family, and his newest vision: Haus. Plus, pumpkin spice jerseys?! Come hang 2020 style at the Haus for this episode. You won’t want to miss it!

If It Means Something to You, Say It Out Loud

Gio Savarese joins the show! The Portland Timbers head coach discusses the Pacific Northwest wildfires, Sebastian Blanco, and how he found his way from Venezuela to Long Island University. Gio shares the importance of having a good meal (with even better company), but what food won’t he be serving? Plus, a very special guest drops by for an exciting announcement! Pour yourself a glass of wine because you won’t want to miss this one.

A Good Bottle is Only as Good as Your Company

New England Revolution Goalkeeper Matt Turner joins the show ! A fascinating conversation about a constant theme through his career, picking up the game of soccer at 16, and eyeliner (he said it, not us). Jillian Sakovits is joined by guest co-host Tiffany Blackmon (Sus has a much deserved week off). The ladies uncover more truths about the Turner's Lithuanian passport, Bruce Arena, and the Revs locker room personalities. 

New England Revolution Goalkeeper Matt Turner joins the show ! A fascinating conversation about a constant theme through his career, picking up the game of soccer at 16, and eyeliner (he said it, not us). Jillian Sakovits is joined by guest co-host Tiffany Blackmon (Sus has a much deserved week off). The ladies uncover more truths about the Turner's Lithuanian passport, Bruce Arena, and the Revs locker room personalities.

A Real "Head Turner"

Leandro González Pírez

In this episode of The Call Up Presented by Heineken, the ladies catch up with Inter Miami’s Leandro Gonzalez Pirez, who reflects on his time with ATLUTD, what it was like joining his new team in the “MLS Bubble,” and those Messi to Miami rumors...Plus, FIFA &amp; PRO referee Katy Nesbitt discusses breaking barriers as the first female to officiate an MLS title match in the MLS is Back Tournament. Are Susannah &amp; Jill here for those celebration showers?? Crack open a bottle of Heineken and find out!

In this episode of The Call Up Presented by Heineken, the ladies catch up with Inter Miami’s Leandro Gonzalez Pirez, who reflects on his time with ATLUTD, what it was like joining his new team in the “MLS Bubble,” and those Messi to Miami rumors...Plus, FIFA &amp; PRO referee Katy Nesbitt discusses breaking barriers as the first female to officiate an MLS title match in the MLS is Back Tournament. Are Susannah &amp; Jill here for those celebration showers?? Crack open a bottle of Heineken and find out!

Leandro González Pírez links up with Matuidi....and Messi?!

Oh, Canada! In this episode of The Call Up Susannah &amp; Jill catch up with two of the finest from north of the border who have both made headlines in the MLS is Back Tournament. Thomas Hasal, the 21-year-old backup keeper for Vancouver discusses THAT performance, how he was prepared for the big stage, becoming an MLS meme and his new celebrity status. Also, are Orlando City SC the tournament underdogs? Tesho Akindele gives the gals his take and explains why Oscar Pareja has this team rolling. Plus, Jill braves a hurricane to record this episode in her car. This is the content you need, we promise!

Oh, Canada! In this episode of The Call Up Susannah &amp; Jill catch up with two of the finest from north of the border who have both made headlines in the MLS is Back Tournament. Thomas Hasal, the 21-year-old backup keeper for Vancouver discusses THAT performance, how he was prepared for the big stage, becoming an MLS meme and his new celebrity status. Also, are Orlando City SC the tournament underdogs? Tesho Akindele gives the gals his take and explains why Oscar Pareja has this team rolling. Plus, Jill braves a hurricane to record this episode in her car. This is the content you need, we promise!

A Very Canadian Call Up

Jordan Morris and Tommy Thompson join the ladies from the MLS is Back Tournament. The highest of expectations surround the Seattle Sounders, meanwhile, Group B winners the San Jose Quakes, are thriving as the underdogs. Thompson discusses the magic of Matias Almeyda, Wondo, learning Spanish, and shares an epic training story. Reigning MLS Comeback Player of the Year Jordan Morris reflects on his recent form, which young Americans he’d like to team up with on USMNT, and which Seattle squad was the best.

Jordan Morris and Tommy Thompson join the ladies from the MLS is Back Tournament. The highest of expectations surround the Seattle Sounders, meanwhile, Group B winners the San Jose Quakes, are thriving as the underdogs. Thompson discusses the magic of Matias Almeyda, Wondo, learning Spanish, and shares an epic training story. Reigning MLS Comeback Player of the Year Jordan Morris reflects on his recent form, which young Americans he’d like to team up with on USMNT, and which Seattle squad was the best.

The Comeback Kids

MLS is BACK, BABY! On the eve of the MLS is Back Tournament, Jillian and Susannah talk to superstar Nani and get the scoop on how the "host" team is feeling. Nani talks playing their "biggest rivals" Inter Miami CF as the first game of the tournament. Plus, Nani explains the origin of his moniker, and provides a clarification (or update...) on if we'll be seeing Cristiano Ronaldo come to MLS soon. With Carlos Vela out of the tournament, the ladies break down who they're excited to watch.

MLS is BACK, BABY! On the eve of the MLS is Back Tournament, Jillian and Susannah talk to superstar Nani and get the scoop on how the "host" team is feeling. Nani talks playing their "biggest rivals" Inter Miami CF as the first game of the tournament. Plus, Nani explains the origin of his moniker, and provides a clarification (or update...) on if we'll be seeing Cristiano Ronaldo come to MLS soon. With Carlos Vela out of the tournament, the ladies break down who they're excited to watch.

Pa' Ti, Pa' Mi, Pa' Nani

The Call Up fangirls HARD over World Cup champ and NC Courage player Crystal Dunn as she joins the ladies from the NWSL bubble in Utah. Crystal discusses how it felt taking the field for the first time and the power of kneeling in solidarity with the Black Lives Matter movement. Anthem or no? Crystal offers her take on whether the long-standing pre-game ritual should continue. Plus, she opens up on marrying her best friend and gives Susannah &amp; Jill the inside scoop on the World Cup Party that never ended.

The Call Up fangirls HARD over World Cup champ and NC Courage player Crystal Dunn as she joins the ladies from the NWSL bubble in Utah. Crystal discusses how it felt taking the field for the first time and the power of kneeling in solidarity with the Black Lives Matter movement. Anthem or no? Crystal offers her take on whether the long-standing pre-game ritual should continue. Plus, she opens up on marrying her best friend and gives Susannah &amp; Jill the inside scoop on the World Cup Party that never ended.

Get Your Crystal Dunn Jersey While You Still Can

Ben Olsen

You CAN call Ben Olsen Mr. DC! On today's episode, Ben Olsen shares the story behind how he ended up a head coach for the only team he ever played for. Ben talks about his friendship with Bruce Arena and why he once hid his hobby of painting. The MLS player turned coach discusses the positives he found managing during quarantine, the early days of the club, and being in the nation’s capital during a paramount moment in history.

You CAN call Ben Olsen Mr. DC! On today's episode, Ben Olsen shares the story behind how he ended up a head coach for the only team he ever played for. Ben talks about his friendship with Bruce Arena and why he once hid his hobby of painting. The MLS player turned coach discusses the positives he found managing during quarantine, the early days of the club, and being in the nation’s capital during a paramount moment in history.

The Palette of Ben Olsen

Susannah &amp; Jill go box to box with Galaxy midfielder Sacha Kljestan. From Chivas USA to Europe and back, Sacha offers insight on his career, the MLS is Back Tournament, and if Jesse Marsch is a good house guest. He explains why the Kljestans joined the Black Lives Matter protests, his emotional message to his kids, and how the league and players can keep the conversation at the forefront once soccer returns. The ladies celebrate his iconic stache and get Sacha’s take on who could rock his signature look.

Susannah &amp; Jill go box to box with Galaxy midfielder Sacha Kljestan. From Chivas USA to Europe and back, Sacha offers insight on his career, the MLS is Back Tournament, and if Jesse Marsch is a good house guest. He explains why the Kljestans joined the Black Lives Matter protests, his emotional message to his kids, and how the league and players can keep the conversation at the forefront once soccer returns. The ladies celebrate his iconic stache and get Sacha’s take on who could rock his signature look.

We Mustache Sacha a Kljestan

I really enjoy Susanna and Jill and there takes on MLS.

Enjoy the show so much

Absolutely love Jill and Susannah. This pod has a beautiful mix of knowledge and humor, all while getting to know personalities from within MLS. The hosts have perfect personalities to draw out the very best in their guests, and it’s become a staple for me! Cheers ;)

Must listen!!!!

Not many people are as close to Major League Soccer’s players, coaches and fans as <a href="http://MLSsoccer.com" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">MLSsoccer.com</a>’s Jillian Sakovits and Susannah Collins. Whether it’s on the sidelines or working on a feature story, they spend much of the season on the road and interacting with the newsmakers of the league. With 9 seasons of MLS experience between them and the closest of friends, Jill &amp; Susannah invite you to pull up a chair and be a part of the conversations that up until now had stayed between them over a couple cocktails! We pull back the curtain to what it's like covering MLS – on and off the field.

MLS: The Call Up

Zarek Valentin

Jeff Attinella

Happy first anniversary to The Call Up! Susannah and Jillian celebrate the big day by inviting Houston’s Zarek Valentin and Portland’s Jeff Attinella to the podcast party. The fellas reflect on their time as teammates in Portland and pull the curtain back on what makes their “From J to Z” podcast click. They share sweet Mother’s Day messages to their Rock Star wives and engage in an unprecedented (take a sip!) game of the $100,000 Pyramid with the ladies. A true milestone episode for The Call Up!

Happy first anniversary to The Call Up! Susannah and Jillian celebrate the big day by inviting Houston’s Zarek Valentin and Portland’s Jeff Attinella to the podcast party. The fellas reflect on their time as teammates in Portland and pull the curtain back on what makes their “From J to Z” podcast click. They share sweet Mother’s Day messages to their Rock Star wives and engage in an unprecedented (take a sip!) game of the $100,000 Pyramid with the ladies. A true milestone episode for The Call Up!

Jeff Attinella & Zarek Valentin Join the ULTIMATE Pod Party

Peter Vermes

Episode 2 - Susannah and Jill discuss shorts protocol, and Zlatan's new beauty product. Sporting Kansas City's Manager &amp; Sporting Director Peter Vermes joins the show to talk about why Benny Feilhaber brings the "cajones" the team needs right now and plays a little game of MLS Coach Superlatives. 

Episode 2 - Susannah and Jill discuss shorts protocol, and Zlatan's new beauty product. Sporting Kansas City's Manager &amp; Sporting Director Peter Vermes joins the show to talk about why Benny Feilhaber brings the "cajones" the team needs right now and plays a little game of MLS Coach Superlatives.

The One Where Peter Vermes almost brought Zlatan to SKC

Brad Evans

The ladies prepare for MLS Cup. Are you here for Dax McCarty to Nashville SC?! Jill has a Jozy Altidore &amp; Sloane Stephens spotting, and Susannah unpacks her LA suitcase (and some Twitter drama). Fresh off a year in an Airstream, 2x MLS Cup Champ &amp; Souders legend Brad Evans joins the show. He brings us inside the Sounders locker room, Brian Schmetzer's new #eHarmonypic, and Chad Marshall in the shower stories. What will Schmetzer say pregame? Plus, a juicy round of "tell us about your (former) teammate."

The ladies prepare for MLS Cup. Are you here for Dax McCarty to Nashville SC?! Jill has a Jozy Altidore &amp; Sloane Stephens spotting, and Susannah unpacks her LA suitcase (and some Twitter drama). Fresh off a year in an Airstream, 2x MLS Cup Champ &amp; Souders legend Brad Evans joins the show. He brings us inside the Sounders locker room, Brian Schmetzer's new #eHarmonypic, and Chad Marshall in the shower stories. What will Schmetzer say pregame? Plus, a juicy round of "tell us about your (former) teammate."

The One With Brad Evans Versus a Home Depot Shower

JIMMY CONRAD

The Call-Up is back for season 2, and better than ever! The ladies tell you all you need to know about new NYCFC head coach, Ronny Deila, and how he's already perhaps the spiciest coach in MLS. The ladies are joined by the always funny &amp; insightful Jimmy Conrad. He discusses the state of SKC, getting kicked out of Vatican City, and his recent cat adoption. Coleen Rooney, Matthew McConaughey, and Carlos Vela make the 2020 list - find out what's in store.  New year, same great show - come on in!

The Call-Up is back for season 2, and better than ever! The ladies tell you all you need to know about new NYCFC head coach, Ronny Deila, and how he's already perhaps the spiciest coach in MLS. The ladies are joined by the always funny &amp; insightful Jimmy Conrad. He discusses the state of SKC, getting kicked out of Vatican City, and his recent cat adoption. Coleen Rooney, Matthew McConaughey, and Carlos Vela make the 2020 list - find out what's in store.  New year, same great show - come on in!

The One Where Jimmy Conrad Ranks the Best Looking Defenders

Sal Zizzo

Benny Feilhaber

Are you here for Wayne Rooney unhinged, the Campeones Cup &amp; beer flailing in LA?! Yet another first on the show, The Call-Up's first pod party. Jill &amp; Susannah deep dive into MLS and podcasting with Benny Feilhaber and Sal Zizzo. Get a player's perspective! Benny &amp; Sal weigh in on Rooney's tweet and discuss their pod partner Ike Opara. Jill shares what she learned from her Beyond the Stands shoot in Jordan and Susannah is off to St. Louis.   01:00 Jill's adventures in the Middle East, as Beyond the Stands was on location in Jordan with Mehdi Ballouchy! 04:00 Susannah reports back from her trip to LAFC 5:30 Here for This - LAFC beer showers 7:10 Here for This - Campenous Cup 10:30 Benny Feilhaber &amp; Sal Zizzo join the show! They discuss their new pod &amp; how it came about 14:30 Wayne Rooney's tweet - Benny &amp; Sal's reaction 15:11 rapid fire with the guys 19:36 Ike Opara's role on the pod 21:19 Benny towing the line of player &amp; podcaster 22:22 Sal new job &amp; new city 26:48 Heineken Rivalry Week is coming &amp; the real pronunciation challenge it presents 28:00 Jill &amp; Sus' fav rivalRIES 28:47 Josef Martinez hair &amp; interview in english 31:30 An RSL cat adopted by interim-coach Freddy Juarez 32:13 What's on tap?! Sus heads to the Lou! #MLS4theLou

Are you here for Wayne Rooney unhinged, the Campeones Cup &amp; beer flailing in LA?! Yet another first on the show, The Call-Up's first pod party. Jill &amp; Susannah deep dive into MLS and podcasting with Benny Feilhaber and Sal Zizzo. Get a player's perspective! Benny &amp; Sal weigh in on Rooney's tweet and discuss their pod partner Ike Opara. Jill shares what she learned from her Beyond the Stands shoot in Jordan and Susannah is off to St. Louis. 01:00 Jill's adventures in the Middle East, as Beyond the Stands was on location in Jordan with Mehdi Ballouchy! 04:00 Susannah reports back from her trip to LAFC 5:30 Here for This - LAFC beer showers 7:10 Here for This - Campenous Cup 10:30 Benny Feilhaber &amp; Sal Zizzo join the show! They discuss their new pod &amp; how it came about 14:30 Wayne Rooney's tweet - Benny &amp; Sal's reaction 15:11 rapid fire with the guys 19:36 Ike Opara's role on the pod 21:19 Benny towing the line of player &amp; podcaster 22:22 Sal new job &amp; new city 26:48 Heineken Rivalry Week is coming &amp; the real pronunciation challenge it presents 28:00 Jill &amp; Sus' fav rivalRIES 28:47 Josef Martinez hair &amp; interview in english 31:30 An RSL cat adopted by interim-coach Freddy Juarez 32:13 What's on tap?! Sus heads to the Lou! #MLS4theLou

The One Where We Have a Pod Party with Benny Feilhaber & Sal Zizzo

Pull up a beach chair, grab a fruity beverage and join the ladies on some jam packed offseason fun! Jill and Susannah recap their journeys to new MLS cities Miami &amp; Nashville, and David Beckham apologizes to Jill. Are you here for RBNY overhaul? The new Chicago Fire FC? And some new rivalries!? The Cooligans stop by to set their hilarious MLS Thanksgiving table. Who is the gravy? Who’s the jello salad? And the ladies take them on in a round of “Speak Out".

The One Where We Do Friendsgiving with The Cooligans

¡Bienvenidos a MLS, Chicharito! In this episode, Susannah and Jill explain why Javier Hernandez’s arrival in LA is a win for everyone. Carlos Vela has changed up his look, but are the ladies here for it? Also, puppy content alert!! Plus, ultimate girl-crush Jen McCarty keeps it 100 on life with Dax, why she almost didn’t give him a second date, and pulls back the curtain on what it’s really like to be an MLS wife. ¡¡Que caliente!!

¡Bienvenidos a MLS, Chicharito! In this episode, Susannah and Jill explain why Javier Hernandez’s arrival in LA is a win for everyone. Carlos Vela has changed up his look, but are the ladies here for it? Also, puppy content alert!! Plus, ultimate girl-crush Jen McCarty keeps it 100 on life with Dax, why she almost didn’t give him a second date, and pulls back the curtain on what it’s really like to be an MLS wife. ¡¡Que caliente!!

The One With a Glimpse Into MLS Wife Life

Chrissy Teigen

Chrissy Teigen is here for a Sounders victory, are you? Susannah and Jillian recap their MLS Cup experiences and try to track down some hats. Small plates, 69, 274 fans, and Michael Bradley run ins. The ladies and the Sounders are popping bottles, so come on and join the celebration!

Chrissy Teigen is here for a Sounders victory, are you? Susannah and Jillian recap their MLS Cup experiences and try to track down some hats. Small plates, 69, 274 fans, and Michael Bradley run ins. The ladies and the Sounders are popping bottles, so come on and join the celebration!

The One Where Chrissy Teigen Paints the Town Rave Geen

Justin Meram

What do Josef Martinez, a sprinkler to the face, and a wardrobe malfunction have in common?! Not much, except they all made Jill &amp; Susannah's Decision Day Presented by AT&amp;T. The ladies share wild stories from the road and look ahead to the Audi 2019 MLS Cup Playoffs. Atlanta United's Justin Meram joins the show. The MLS veteran talks about finding new life in the A-T-L, what his "Grandpa" Michael Parkhurst always carries on the road, and his proposal that will put us all to shame. Are you here for crowning LAFC the best of all time...already?! Come on in, you won't regret it!

What do Josef Martinez, a sprinkler to the face, and a wardrobe malfunction have in common?! Not much, except they all made Jill &amp; Susannah's Decision Day Presented by AT&amp;T. The ladies share wild stories from the road and look ahead to the Audi 2019 MLS Cup Playoffs. Atlanta United's Justin Meram joins the show. The MLS veteran talks about finding new life in the A-T-L, what his "Grandpa" Michael Parkhurst always carries on the road, and his proposal that will put us all to shame. Are you here for crowning LAFC the best of all time...already?! Come on in, you won't regret it!

The One Where Justin Meram Destroys All Future Wedding Proposals

Tim Howard

On the 2019 season finale, the ladies discuss Irish exits and a wedding foul. Jill &amp; Susannah weigh in on the Kljestan &amp; Bradley announcements, and are joined by US GK legend Tim Howard. After 22 years as a pro, Howard shares what is keeping him busier than ever, is embracing life as a “carpool dad,” and addresses Memphis 901 FC GM rumors. He pulls back the curtain on his scariest moment with Sir Alex Ferguson and explains why he never took on the British accent. Come on in to our Call Up holiday party!

On the 2019 season finale, the ladies discuss Irish exits and a wedding foul. Jill &amp; Susannah weigh in on the Kljestan &amp; Bradley announcements, and are joined by US GK legend Tim Howard. After 22 years as a pro, Howard shares what is keeping him busier than ever, is embracing life as a “carpool dad,” and addresses Memphis 901 FC GM rumors. He pulls back the curtain on his scariest moment with Sir Alex Ferguson and explains why he never took on the British accent. Come on in to our Call Up holiday party!

The One Where Tim Howard Embraces Life As a Carpool Dad

Daniel Salloi

Are you ready for the most dramatic Call Up episode in history? Susannah and Jillian hope you’re here for the right reasons because Daniel Salloi certainly is. The ladies guide the would be KC Bachelor on his journey to find love as he gives his final rose to...Rose Lavelle!? Hailee Steinfeld?! Tune in to find out! Daniel dishes on his new vlog for SKC, whether Peter Vermes is THAT scary, and confirms that Zlatan smells really good. Pour yourself a glass of happiness because you deserve ALL the roses.

Are you ready for the most dramatic Call Up episode in history? Susannah and Jillian hope you’re here for the right reasons because Daniel Salloi certainly is. The ladies guide the would be KC Bachelor on his journey to find love as he gives his final rose to...Rose Lavelle!? Hailee Steinfeld?! Tune in to find out! Daniel dishes on his new vlog for SKC, whether Peter Vermes is THAT scary, and confirms that Zlatan smells really good. Pour yourself a glass of happiness because you deserve ALL the roses.

Daniel Salloi, This Is Your Final Rose

Vlatko Andonovski

Jillian &amp; Susannah get you all set for the holidays! Could we see Mario Balotelli or Luis Suarez come to MLS soon? Luis Robles and Brooks Lennon find new (and sunnier) homes. New USWNT coach Vlatko Andonovski joins the show and discusses plans for the future,  how he manages rockstar personalities, what he thinks of Carli Lloyd’s plan to maybe join the NFL, and if Alex Morgan will be back in time for the 2020 Olympics.

Jillian &amp; Susannah get you all set for the holidays! Could we see Mario Balotelli or Luis Suarez come to MLS soon? Luis Robles and Brooks Lennon find new (and sunnier) homes. New USWNT coach Vlatko Andonovski joins the show and discusses plans for the future,  how he manages rockstar personalities, what he thinks of Carli Lloyd’s plan to maybe join the NFL, and if Alex Morgan will be back in time for the 2020 Olympics.

The One Where We Get to Know Our New USWNT Coach: Vlatko Andonovski

What's up Orlando!?!? The ladies record from the MLS All-Star Game, bringing you behind the scenes with everyone from Kaka to Prince Royce. Bastian Schweinsteiger makes fun of Susannah, her and Jill  take you behind the scenes of the MLS Skills Challenge, and FOX sideline reporter Katie Witham stops by. The new mom shares how she got her start, advice for the biz, and how to stay in the game - all while unapologetically pumping her breast milk (WE ARE HERE FOR THIS). We bow down!! 

What's up Orlando!?!? The ladies record from the MLS All-Star Game, bringing you behind the scenes with everyone from Kaka to Prince Royce. Bastian Schweinsteiger makes fun of Susannah, her and Jill  take you behind the scenes of the MLS Skills Challenge, and FOX sideline reporter Katie Witham stops by. The new mom shares how she got her start, advice for the biz, and how to stay in the game - all while unapologetically pumping her breast milk (WE ARE HERE FOR THIS). We bow down!!

The One Where Breast Milk Is Pumped & All-Star Is Talked

The ultimate soccer hangover, in the best way possible. On this episode, Jill and Susannah discuss all the feels of this 2019 USWNT, and what this means going forward on many levels! Miss the World Cup already?! One upcoming NWSL game can cure that. Portland Timbers get in on the action...and make a humiliating bet along the way. Jill hates on the Copa America mascot, Susannah breaks down some braids. Also - special guest Charlie Davies joins the show.

The ultimate soccer hangover, in the best way possible. On this episode, Jill and Susannah discuss all the feels of this 2019 USWNT, and what this means going forward on many levels! Miss the World Cup already?! One upcoming NWSL game can cure that. Portland Timbers get in on the action...and make a humiliating bet along the way. Jill hates on the Copa America mascot, Susannah breaks down some braids. Also - special guest Charlie Davies joins the show.

The One With…Wait, Who Partied With the USWNT?

Leslie Osborne

Fresh off trips to Vatican City, Minneapolis, and everywhere in between, Jill and Susannah discuss a wild Round One of the Audi 2019 MLS Cup Playoffs. Susannah has an awkward run in with the LA Galaxy, while Jill has an embarrassing wardrobe malfunction. The ladies find out if LAFC supporters wanted to face the Galaxy in a playoff edition of El Trafico and former USWNT captain and current FOX studio analyst Leslie Osborne offers her take on who should replace Jill Ellis, all on Susannah Appreciation Day!

Fresh off trips to Vatican City, Minneapolis, and everywhere in between, Jill and Susannah discuss a wild Round One of the Audi 2019 MLS Cup Playoffs. Susannah has an awkward run in with the LA Galaxy, while Jill has an embarrassing wardrobe malfunction. The ladies find out if LAFC supporters wanted to face the Galaxy in a playoff edition of El Trafico and former USWNT captain and current FOX studio analyst Leslie Osborne offers her take on who should replace Jill Ellis, all on Susannah Appreciation Day!

The One Where the USMNT make Leslie Osborne's Daughter Cry

Lori Lindsey

On Episode 3, Jill and Susannah share some behind the scenes moments from their recent travels and call out Zlatan for not sending them swag. Former USWNT midfielder, Lori Lindsey joins the show to discuss which teams to watch in the Women’s World Cup, THAT comeback against Brazil in 2011, and her role in Megan Rapinoe’s decision to come out publicly.

On Episode 3, Jill and Susannah share some behind the scenes moments from their recent travels and call out Zlatan for not sending them swag. Former USWNT midfielder, Lori Lindsey joins the show to discuss which teams to watch in the Women’s World Cup, THAT comeback against Brazil in 2011, and her role in Megan Rapinoe’s decision to come out publicly.

The One Where Lori Lindsey Shares her World Cup Wisdom

Do you know who is absolutely crushing this quarantine? CJ Sapong! Susannah and Jill look to the Chicago Fire striker to guide them on their journey to quarantine enlightenment. CJ sheds light on how he stays positive,  his special relationship with Chi-Town, his unlikely bromance with Bastian Schweinsteiger, and how an unfortunate brush with the law in 2015 changed his outlook on life. Get your zen on and let Susannah, Jill, &amp; CJ lead the way. NAMA-STAY INSIDE, everybody!

Do you know who is absolutely crushing this quarantine? CJ Sapong! Susannah and Jill look to the Chicago Fire striker to guide them on their journey to quarantine enlightenment. CJ sheds light on how he stays positive,  his special relationship with Chi-Town, his unlikely bromance with Bastian Schweinsteiger, and how an unfortunate brush with the law in 2015 changed his outlook on life. Get your zen on and let Susannah, Jill, &amp; CJ lead the way. NAMA-STAY INSIDE, everybody!

CJ Sapong’s Life-Changing Experience Prepared Him For Quarantine Enlightenment

Ike Opara

Jill &amp; Susannah have a girls night with reigning MLS Defender of the Year Ike Opara. He shares the time Peter Vermes scolded the Cauldron during a playoff game and his secret to the fountain of youth, . The ladies turn the table on "Ike's Interrogation Room"! Who is his favorite coach? His most overrated MLS player? Who does he like better, Benny Feilahber or Sal Zizzo?! Does he plead the fifth? It's all here! Oh, and Jill &amp; Sus share what exciting rabbit holes they've gone down while they STAY HOME.

Jill &amp; Susannah have a girls night with reigning MLS Defender of the Year Ike Opara. He shares the time Peter Vermes scolded the Cauldron during a playoff game and his secret to the fountain of youth, . The ladies turn the table on "Ike's Interrogation Room"! Who is his favorite coach? His most overrated MLS player? Who does he like better, Benny Feilahber or Sal Zizzo?! Does he plead the fifth? It's all here! Oh, and Jill &amp; Sus share what exciting rabbit holes they've gone down while they STAY HOME.

Girls Night with Ike Opara

In Episode 4, Susannah extols on her Parisian World Cup adventure, including a lesson for all in how to avoid an international travel fiasco. Jillian gets the inside scoop on Aaron Long’s pseudo mullet; plus, Paul  Pogba wears an Atlanta United jersey. Both ladies are “Here For” the queen, Marta, and discuss how good it feels to feel good about the USMNT again. Plus, a BIG announcement from an MLS legend.

In Episode 4, Susannah extols on her Parisian World Cup adventure, including a lesson for all in how to avoid an international travel fiasco. Jillian gets the inside scoop on Aaron Long’s pseudo mullet; plus, Paul  Pogba wears an Atlanta United jersey. Both ladies are “Here For” the queen, Marta, and discuss how good it feels to feel good about the USMNT again. Plus, a BIG announcement from an MLS legend.

The One Where a Chicago Fire Legend Retires

Sebastian Lleget dishing

In this episode, Jill &amp; Susannah are SO here for Luchi Gonzalez’s style, the career of Michael Parkhurst, and Hello Kitty. Bill Belichick death stares? Not so much. Plus, LA Galaxy’s Sebastian Lleget joins the ladies to dish on his relationship with superstar Becky G, his Instagram strategy, what Zlatan is really like as a teammate, and why the Galaxy are poised to make a deep playoff run. This one is ALL kinds of fun.   Time codes 00:00-00:56 – Intro 00:56-03:13 – Jill on ATL/Josef 03:14-05:45 – Susannah as a color analyst 06:00-07:26 – Here for This/Luchi cardigan 07:27-09:54 – Here for This/Parky retires 09:55-12:48 – Here for This/Belichick being RUDE 12:48-14:03 – Here for This/Hello Kitty 14:23-16:32 – Sebastian Lleget on “Da Boy”/Instagram 16:32-18:29 – Sebastian on the Landon Donovan story 18:30-20:57 – Sebastian on Zlatan 20:58-24:34 – Sebastian on playoffs 24:35-29:54 – Sebastian on Becky G 30:00-32:01 – What’s on tap/Peace out

In this episode, Jill &amp; Susannah are SO here for Luchi Gonzalez’s style, the career of Michael Parkhurst, and Hello Kitty. Bill Belichick death stares? Not so much. Plus, LA Galaxy’s Sebastian Lleget joins the ladies to dish on his relationship with superstar Becky G, his Instagram strategy, what Zlatan is really like as a teammate, and why the Galaxy are poised to make a deep playoff run. This one is ALL kinds of fun. Time codes 00:00-00:56 – Intro 00:56-03:13 – Jill on ATL/Josef 03:14-05:45 – Susannah as a color analyst 06:00-07:26 – Here for This/Luchi cardigan 07:27-09:54 – Here for This/Parky retires 09:55-12:48 – Here for This/Belichick being RUDE 12:48-14:03 – Here for This/Hello Kitty 14:23-16:32 – Sebastian Lleget on “Da Boy”/Instagram 16:32-18:29 – Sebastian on the Landon Donovan story 18:30-20:57 – Sebastian on Zlatan 20:58-24:34 – Sebastian on playoffs 24:35-29:54 – Sebastian on Becky G 30:00-32:01 – What’s on tap/Peace out

The One With Sebastian Lleget dishing on Becky G

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How our mind explains things:[topic-start]
“The way that the mind works, very frequently, is that we start from a decision, or we start from a belief, and then the stories that explain it come to our mind. Conclusions come first, and rationalizations come later.”[topic-end]
How we come to believe things:[topic-start]
"The real cause of your belief in a political position, the real causes are rooted in your personal history. They’re rooted in who are the people that you trusted and what they seemed to believe in, and it has very little to do with the reasons that come to your mind, why your position is correct and the position of the other side is nonsensical."[topic-end]
Who is Daniel Kahneman:[topic-start]
Nobel prize winning psychologist and economist who helped created the field of behavioural economics.

The Nobel Prize-winning psychologist on why we think and act the way we do — and why facts matter less than we think in forming our beliefs.
With his book Thinking, Fast and Slow, Daniel Kahneman emerged as one of the most intriguing voices on the complexity of human thought and behavior. He is a psychologist who won the Nobel Prize in economics for helping to create the field of behavioral economics — and is a self-described “constant worrier.” It’s fun, helpful, and more than a little unnerving to apply his insights into why we think and act the way we do in this moment of social and political tumult.
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Daniel Kahneman — Why We Contradict Ourselves and Confound Each Other

Real scenarios of a hospital during a war:[topic-start]
“... we were hand squeezing his ventilator as we ran out of oxygen" and when we finally found the physician to get more oxygen, he said "We don't have any oxygen left, you're going to have to let him go"[topic-end]
Who is Sheri Fink:[topic-start]
An investigative journalist who won the Pulitzer Prize for her coverage of Memorial Hospital (the aftermath of Hurricane Katrina).

Sheri Fink on the tragedy of being forced to choose who's life to save

When people are dying and you can only save some, how do you choose? Maybe you save the youngest. Or the sickest. Maybe you even just put all the names in a hat and pick at random. Would your answer change if a sick person was standing right in front of you? In this episode, we follow New York Times reporter Sheri Fink as she searches for the answer. In a warzone, a hurricane, a church basement, and an earthquake, the question remains the same. What happens, what should happen, when humans are forced to play god? Produced by Simon Adler and Annie McEwen. Reported by Sheri Fink.  In the book that inspired this episode you can find more about what transpired at Memorial Hospital during Hurricane Katrina, Sheri Fink’s exhaustively reported Five Days at Memorial You can find more about the work going on in Maryland at: www.nytimes.com/triage Very special thanks to Lilly Sullivan.  Special thanks also to: Pat Walters and Jim McCutcheon and Todd Menesses from WWL in New Orleans, the researchers for the allocation of scarce resources project in Maryland - Dr. Lee Daugherty Biddison from Johns Hopkins University School of Medicine, Howie Gwon from the Johns Hopkins Medicine Office of Emergency Management, Alan Regenberg of the Berman Institute of Bioethics and Dr. Eric Toner of the UPMC Center for Health Security.  Support Radiolab by becoming a member today at Radiolab.org/donate.    

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When people are dying and you can only save some, how do you choose? Maybe you save the youngest. Or the sickest. Maybe you even just put all the names in a hat and pick at random. Would your answer change if a sick person was standing right in front of you? In this episode, we follow New York Times reporter Sheri Fink as she searches for the answer. In a warzone, a hurricane, a church basement, and an earthquake, the question remains the same. What happens, what should happen, when humans are forced to play god? Produced by Simon Adler and Annie McEwen. Reported by Sheri Fink.  In the book that inspired this episode you can find more about what transpired at Memorial Hospital during Hurricane Katrina, <a href="http://www.sherifink.net" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Sheri Fink’s</a> exhaustively reported <a href="https://www.amazon.com/Five-Days-Memorial-Storm-Ravaged-Hospital/dp/0307718972/ref=sr_1_1?ie=UTF8&amp;qid=1471783956&amp;sr=8-1&amp;keywords=five+days+at+memorial" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Five Days at Memorial</a> You can find more about the work going on in Maryland at: <a href="http://www.nytimes.com/triage" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">www.nytimes.com/triage</a> Very special thanks to Lilly Sullivan.  Special thanks also to: Pat Walters and Jim McCutcheon and Todd Menesses from WWL in New Orleans, the researchers for the allocation of scarce resources project in Maryland - Dr. Lee Daugherty Biddison from Johns Hopkins University School of Medicine, Howie Gwon from the Johns Hopkins Medicine Office of Emergency Management, Alan Regenberg of the Berman Institute of Bioethics and Dr. Eric Toner of the UPMC Center for Health Security. Support Radiolab by becoming a member today at <a href="https://pledge3.wnyc.org/donate/radiolab-it/onestep/?utm_source=wnyc&amp;utm_medium=radiolab-redirect&amp;utm_campaign=pledge&amp;utm_content=show-notes" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Radiolab.org/donate</a>.

Playing God


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On this episode of the Knowledge Project Podcast, I chat with Patrick Collison, co-founder and CEO of the leading online payment processing company, Stripe. If you’ve purchased anything online recently, there’s a good chance that Stripe facilitated the transaction. What is now an organization with over a thousand employees and handling tens of billions of dollars of online purchases every year, began as a small side experiment while Patrick and his brother John were going to college.   During our conversation, Patrick shares the details of their unlikely journey and some of the hard-earned wisdom he picked up along the way. I hope you have something handy to write with because the nuggets per minute in this episode are off the charts. Patrick was so open and generous with his responses that I’m really excited for you to hear what he has to say. Here are just a few of the things we cover:  The biggest (and most valuable) mistakes Patrick made in the early days of Stripe and how they helped him get better The characteristics that Patrick looks for in a new hire to fit and contribute to the Stripe company culture What compelled he and his brother to move forward with the early concept of Stripe, even though on paper it was doomed to fail from the start The gaps Patrick saw in the market that dozens of other processing companies were missing — and how he capitalized on them The lessons Patrick learned from scaling Stripe from two employees (he and his brother) to nearly 1,000 today How he evaluates the upsides and potential dangers of speculative positions within the company How his Irish upbringing influenced his ability to argue and disagree without taking offense (and how we can all be a little more “Irish”) The power of finding the right peer group in your social and professional circles and how impactful and influential it can be in determining where you end up. The 4 ways Patrick has modified his decision making process over the last 5 years and how it’s helped him develop as a person and as a business leader (this part alone is worth the listen) Patrick’s unique approach to books and how he chooses what he’s going to spend his time reading  ...life in Silicon Valley, Baumol’s cost disease, and so, so much more. Patrick truly is one of the warmest, humblest and down to earth people I’ve had the pleasure to speak with and I thoroughly enjoyed our conversation together. I hope you will too! GO PREMIUM: Support the podcast, get ad-free episodes, transcripts, and so much more: https://fs.blog/knowledge-project-premium/

The Knowledge Project with Shane Parrish

On this episode of the Knowledge Project Podcast, I chat with Patrick Collison, co-founder and CEO of the leading online payment processing company, <a href="https://stripe.com/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Stripe.</a> If you’ve purchased anything online recently, there’s a good chance that Stripe facilitated the transaction. What is now an organization with over a thousand employees and handling tens of billions of dollars of online purchases every year, began as a small side experiment while Patrick and his brother John were going to college.   During our conversation, Patrick shares the details of their unlikely journey and some of the hard-earned wisdom he picked up along the way. I hope you have something handy to write with because the nuggets per minute in this episode are off the charts. Patrick was so open and generous with his responses that I’m really excited for you to hear what he has to say. Here are just a few of the things we cover: <ul> <li>The biggest (and most valuable) mistakes Patrick made in the early days of Stripe and how they helped him get better</li> <li>The characteristics that Patrick looks for in a new hire to fit and contribute to the Stripe company culture</li> <li>What compelled he and his brother to move forward with the early concept of Stripe, even though on paper it was doomed to fail from the start</li> <li>The gaps Patrick saw in the market that dozens of other processing companies were missing — and how he capitalized on them</li> <li>The lessons Patrick learned from scaling Stripe from two employees (he and his brother) to nearly 1,000 today</li> <li>How he evaluates the upsides and potential dangers of speculative positions within the company</li> <li>How his Irish upbringing influenced his ability to argue and disagree without taking offense (and how we can all be a little more “Irish”)</li> <li>The power of finding the right peer group in your social and professional circles and how impactful and influential it can be in determining where you end up.</li> <li>The 4 ways Patrick has modified his decision making process over the last 5 years and how it’s helped him develop as a person and as a business leader (this part alone is worth the listen)</li> <li>Patrick’s unique approach to books and how he chooses what he’s going to spend his time reading</li> </ul> ...life in Silicon Valley, Baumol’s cost disease, and so, so much more. Patrick truly is one of the warmest, humblest and down to earth people I’ve had the pleasure to speak with and I thoroughly enjoyed our conversation together. I hope you will too! GO PREMIUM: Support the podcast, get ad-free episodes, transcripts, and so much more: https://fs.blog/knowledge-project-premium/

#32 Patrick Collison: Earning Your Stripes

If you want your company to truly scale, you first have to do things that don't scale. Handcraft the core experience. Get your hands dirty. Serve your customers one-by-one. And don't stop until you know exactly what they want. That's what Brian Chesky did. As CEO of Airbnb, Brian’s early work was more akin to a traveling salesman. He takes us back to his lean years – when he went door-to-door, meeting Airbnb hosts in person – and shares the imaginative route to crafting what he calls an "11-star experience.”Read Paul Graham: "In order to scale, you have to do things that don't scale."Read a transcript of this interview at: https://mastersofscale.com/brian-chesky-handcrafted/Subscribe to the Masters of Scale weekly newsletter at http://eepurl.com/dlirtX

Masters of Scale with Reid Hoffman

If you want your company to truly scale, you first have to do things that don't scale. Handcraft the core experience. Get your hands dirty. Serve your customers one-by-one. And don't stop until you know exactly what they want. That's what Brian Chesky did. As CEO of Airbnb, Brian’s early work was more akin to a traveling salesman. He takes us back to his lean years – when he went door-to-door, meeting Airbnb hosts in person – and shares the imaginative route to crafting what he calls an "11-star experience.”Read Paul Graham: "In order to scale, you have to do <a href="http://paulgraham.com/ds.html" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">things that don't scale</a>."Read a transcript of this interview at: <a href="https://mastersofscale.com/brian-chesky-handcrafted/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://mastersofscale.com/brian-chesky-handcrafted/</a>Subscribe to the Masters of Scale weekly newsletter at <a href="http://eepurl.com/dlirtX" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">http://eepurl.com/dlirtX</a>

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