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TED LASSO 1×06 Rewatch | “Two Aces”

Marc Vibbert
Match 006 | Season 1, Episode 6 "Two Aces"

“What you’re telling me is that we’ve got 400 ghosts? … That’s too many ghosts. … We cannot fight them all.”

Match 006 | Season 1, Episode 6 “Two Aces”

New Beginnings, Old Ghosts, and Unexpected Bonds; Bonnie⁠, ⁠Mike⁠, and ⁠Marc aren’t talking about practice as they break down episode 6 of season 1. The arrival of Dani Rojas shakes up AFC Richmond’s dynamics, Jamie confronts his past, and the team faces a supernatural challenge. Meanwhile, Rebecca’s journey takes a surprising turn, leading to a poignant revelation. Fútbol is Life!

(Recorded: April 8th, 2024)

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TED LASSO 1×05 Rewatch | “Tan Lines”

Marc Vibbert

“You don’t have to keep trying anymore. It’s okay. I’m gonna be okay.”

Match 005 | Season 1, Episode 5 “Tan Lines”

Family, Teamwork, and Tough Conversations; Guest Kenny Madison (of LassoCast & Trek Wars) joins Bonnie⁠, ⁠Mike⁠, and ⁠Marc⁠ for an in-depth discussion of season 1, episode 5. From Ted’s poignant moments with his wife Michelle to the unexpected challenges faced by the AFC Richmond squad, we unpack the key themes and pivotal scenes that make this episode a standout. So, say “Oklahoma” and join us as we open a jar of peanut butter.

(Recorded: March 25th, 2024)

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May the Fourth Be With You …

Marc Vibbert
This is The Richmond Way
… and also with you.

“Now, don’t you fret, Boba Fett.”

TED LASSO, the heartwarming and comedic television series, may not be set in a galaxy far, far away, but it certainly doesn’t shy away from embracing STAR WARS references. This delightful show, created by Bill Lawrence, Jason Sudeikis, Joe Kelly, and Brendan Hunt, infuses its storytelling with clever nods to the iconic space opera. Check out our fun edit to celebrate May the 4th [be with you]!

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TED LASSO 1×04 Rewatch | “For the Children”

Marc Vibbert
Match 004 | Season 1, Episode 4 "For the Children"

“I’m alone, Ted. Just like he said I would be if I left. I don’t want to be alone.”

Match 004 | Season 1, Episode 4 “For the Children”

Exploring the Emotional Impact; In episode four of season one Bonnie⁠, ⁠Mike⁠, and ⁠Marc⁠ steer well clear of table four and head to table eight with Nate the Great. Rupert Mannion is introduced in the flesh for the first time, which takes a heavy mental toll on Rebecca. Meanwhile, Ted has to squash a beef between Jamie and Roy. So sit back and enjoy a double and a single in one, a triple…

(Recorded: March 11th, 2024)

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TED LASSO 1×03 Rewatch | “Trent Crimm: The Independent”

Marc Vibbert
Match 003 | Season 1, Episode 3 "Trent Crimm: The Independent"

“Congrats. You both just met a cool person.”

Match 003 | Season 1, Episode 3 “Trent Crimm: The Independent”

Behind the Byline; Episode Threeve is brought to you by The Sun! ⁠Bonnie⁠, ⁠Mike⁠, and ⁠Marc⁠ are joined by ⁠Alice Lin⁠ (⁠aka “TedLassoRocks“⁠) to dive deep into the ⁠third episode of season one⁠. The episode is widely considered the one that hooked most TED LASSO viewers as fans of the series. Trent Crimm is won over by “The Lasso Way,” and Ted shares the joys of reading with the players of AFC Richmond.

(Recorded: February 26th, 2024)

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TED LASSO 1×02 Rewatch | “Biscuits”

Marc Vibbert
Match 002 | Season 1, Episode 2 "Biscuits"

“I’m not sure you realize how psychologically healthy that actually is.”

Match 002 | Season 1, Episode 2 “Biscuits”

Unwrapping ‘Biscuits‘; Bonnie⁠, ⁠Mike⁠, and ⁠Marc⁠ discuss Ted’s recipe for laughter with biscuits & banter in the second episode of the first season. We get acquainted with being a goldfish while choosing to be a panda or a lion and scheduling a prostate exam for our shower. So, grab your favorite snack (maybe even some biscuits!), settle in, and let’s relive the magic of “Biscuits” together.

(Recorded: February 12th, 2024)

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TED LASSO 1×01 Rewatch | “Pilot”

Marc Vibbert
Match 001 | Season 1, Episode 1 "Pilot"

“I do like the smell of a locker room. It smells like potential.”

Match 001 | Season 1, Episode 1 “Pilot”

Why Watching the TED LASSO Pilot Again is a MUST; Rediscovering the genius of TED LASSO‘s pilot episode as ⁠Bonnie⁠, ⁠Mike⁠, and ⁠Marc⁠ begin ⁠their rewatch proper⁠. We’re introduced to Coach Beard, Roy Kent, Jamie Tartt, Leslie Higgins, Rebecca Welton, and the rest of the team as Ted arrives in England to begin his tenure as the coach of AFC Richmond. They discuss their favorite quotes, character highlights, as well as standouts from the episode’s soundtrack.

(Recorded: January 29th, 2024)

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How TED LASSO Went From Being a Jerk to Endearing

Marc Vibbert
Match 000 | Ted Lasso NBC Sports Character Origins

“No, I’m serious. How’s that offside…I don’t understand it yet.”

Match 000 | Ted Lasso NBC Sports Character Origins

How did Ted Lasso go from being an unlikeable, obnoxious “wanker” to the endearing character we all now love? In this inaugural outing of THE RICHMOND WAY, the trio of Bonnie Marie Williams, Michael Sawran, and Marc Vibbert head back to the origins of the character in an Amsterdam comedy club that culminated in the NBC Sports shorts from nearly a decade ago.

They examine how Ted evolved from his depiction across these shorts to what we’d eventually get in the Apple TV+ series, and what jokes made the jump from shorts to the long-form series.

(Recorded: January 15th, 2024)

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BELIEVE in a TED LASSO Cast Holiday Reunion

Marc Vibbert
Hannah Waddingham: Home for Christmas || BELIEVE in a TED LASSO Cast Reunion

“If you put in another song, it’s gonna run too long.”
“[chuckles] This is Apple TV. They don’t stop you if you run long.”

BONUS HOLIDAY EPISODE | Hannah Waddingham: Home for Christmas

Happy Holidays and welcome to the pitch with ⁠THE RICHMOND WAY⁠! I do believe we’re not in Kansas anymore! Join hosts ⁠Bonnie Marie Williams, Michael Sawran⁠, and ⁠Marc Vibbert⁠ in this soft launch of the podcast and discussion of ⁠HANNAH WADDINGHAM: HOME FOR CHRISTMAS⁠!

(Recorded: December 10th, 2023)

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