Spilling Tea, Invading Moonbounces, and Erling Haaland | with Rosebud Baker
Summary
Katie Nolan and the Casuals recap the World Cup Round of 16, highlighting the USMNT’s loss to Belgium and the controversy surrounding Donald Trump’s alleged interference in a red card decision. They discuss Kylian Mbappé’s response to racist remarks from a Paraguayan senator, Erling Haaland’s performance for Norway, and Argentina’s dramatic comeback against Egypt. The episode concludes with England’s thrilling victory over Mexico at high altitude.
Topics discussed
Intro, ads, and World Cup Round of 16 recap
US Women's Team performance and Trump controversy
Women's World Cup matches and Megan Rapinoe drama
Mbappe controversy and political violence discussion
Quarterfinal previews: France, Spain, and Belgium
Egypt vs Argentina match and Mo Salah
England vs Mexico and Harry Styles concert
Sponsors: BetterHelp, Quince, Notorium, Grainger
Rosebud's book and audiobook experience
Raising a daughter and sports culture
Rosebud's cheerleading injuries and gym stories
Spurs announcer scandal and reality TV
SNL writing, Justin Bieber, and celebrity culture
World Cup quarterfinal predictions and team analysis
Outro, WNBA news, and final sponsors
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