https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/our-stars-in-stripes-and-maple-syrup--5404348enSoccerCopyright Gavin Fraterhttps://d3wo5wojvuv7l.cloudfront.net/images.spreaker.com/nuvolari-assets/orange_square_mic.jpghttps://www.spreaker.com/podcast/our-stars-in-stripes-and-maple-syrup--5404348Sun, 08 Oct 2023 01:32:52 +0000Gavin FraterGavin Fratergavinfrater@gmail.comSunderland fans in the USA and Canada having a natter and a moan about the weeks games and team affairs.trueepisodichttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/shaun-belland-preston-north-end--56488353
Who is to blame for the season's poor start? Ownership for not signing a striker, manager for not starting our only healthy striker or is it down to the players for not performing to their ability? We'll talk about this and more today.]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/56488353Wed, 16 Aug 2023 16:58:25 +0000Gavin FraterThe poor start to the season goes as we fall to defeat against a very average looking Preston North End side. So what better way to go on than to drag a brand new American support for the lads to share the misery that is the start of the season. Who...
Who is to blame for the season's poor start? Ownership for not signing a striker, manager for not starting our only healthy striker or is it down to the players for not performing to their ability? We'll talk about this and more today.]]>2216falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/sean-coxon-season-3-preview--56398954https://api.spreaker.com/episode/56398954Tue, 08 Aug 2023 01:10:38 +0000Gavin FraterHot on the heels of the tour of the USA and the rest of the friendlies we are back with a new season preview. Will we sign a striker, can Sean tell his arse from his elbow, where will we finish and what does progress on the field look like.3023falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/chris-hurst-ipswich--56397640I sat down with Albuquerque resident and co-commentator for New Mexico United Chris Hurst to talk about the game, life in America and all things Sunderland as they stand.]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/56397640Tue, 08 Aug 2023 01:06:18 +0000Gavin FraterIt's a new season at the Stadium of Light, after a positive pre-season in the USA and an encouraging result against against top flight Spanish opposition expectations were almost high going into the game. Unfortunately being Sunderland that wasn't to...I sat down with Albuquerque resident and co-commentator for New Mexico United Chris Hurst to talk about the game, life in America and all things Sunderland as they stand.]]>1829falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/anthony-stephenson-pne--53824804
So I sat down with Wyoming resident and returning guest Anthony Stephenson to go over what was an absolutely manic day. Still sitting here wondering how we managed it after the Watford game.

Sit back and enjoy (if you can) as we look at the game and the play-offs against Luton Town and who knows who else.]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/53824804Thu, 11 May 2023 17:26:29 +0000Gavin FraterThe last day of the season doesn't get much crazier than this. All hopes are gone at half time, then before you know it we are in with a shout and then... in typical Sunderland style we make the play-offs. So I sat down with Wyoming resident and...
So I sat down with Wyoming resident and returning guest Anthony Stephenson to go over what was an absolutely manic day. Still sitting here wondering how we managed it after the Watford game.

Sit back and enjoy (if you can) as we look at the game and the play-offs against Luton Town and who knows who else.]]>3266championship,ftm,playoff,safc,sunderlandfalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/sean-coxon-west-brom--53659933https://api.spreaker.com/episode/53659933Thu, 27 Apr 2023 00:53:34 +0000Gavin FraterWarning... Language gets a bit salty... Well this team never ceases to amaze me, and so here we are still in the hunt for a play-off berth with just two games to go. Podcast regular Sean Coxon joins me again as we discuss an absolutely first class...3777baggies,championship,ftm,promotion,safcfalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/justin-warner-easter-weekend--53527609We discuss our defensive frailty, inability at times to put teams to the sword and revel in Joffy breaking his scoring duck. We also go on to talk about the remaining fixtures, the possibility of promotion via the play offs and the upcoming USA tour.]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/53527609Thu, 27 Apr 2023 00:52:34 +0000Gavin FraterSlightly delayed because the US and Canada haven't the decency to provide an Easter Monday Bank Holiday. This episode I sit down with Justin again and we go over the Hull & Cardiff games. We discuss our defensive frailty, inability at times to put...We discuss our defensive frailty, inability at times to put teams to the sword and revel in Joffy breaking his scoring duck. We also go on to talk about the remaining fixtures, the possibility of promotion via the play offs and the upcoming USA tour.]]>3158cardiff,ftm,hull,joffy,sunderlandfalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/michael-krogh-burnley--53430127https://api.spreaker.com/episode/53430127Mon, 03 Apr 2023 15:52:35 +0000Gavin FraterThis week we talk with Michigan native Michael Krogh and how an afternoon watching Netflix ruined, erm I mean changed his sporting life forever. We talk about the superb performance against a rampant Burnley side as well as player performances before...3139burnley,ftm,safc,sunderlandfalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/david-colquhoun-luton-town--53272710
This week sees the return of David Colquhoun who lives in Maryland. We have a great chat about the merits of a hard fought draw against Luton Town, how we think Gelhardt is working (or not) since his signing and take a little time to put everything right in the Sunderland world.]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/53272710Mon, 20 Mar 2023 23:08:14 +0000Gavin FraterWe're back!!! This week sees the return of David Colquhoun who lives in Maryland. We have a great chat about the merits of a hard fought draw against Luton Town, how we think Gelhardt is working (or not) since his signing and take a little time to...
This week sees the return of David Colquhoun who lives in Maryland. We have a great chat about the merits of a hard fought draw against Luton Town, how we think Gelhardt is working (or not) since his signing and take a little time to put everything right in the Sunderland world.]]>3714ftm,luton,safc,sunderlandfalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/jody-linskill-norwich-city--53204744https://api.spreaker.com/episode/53204744Tue, 14 Mar 2023 23:32:30 +0000Gavin FraterWe're back and we were intending to talk about Sunderland's great win away to Norwich City which helped us retain the Friendly Cup. Instead we get side-tracked and talk about the wider picture for this season and what we feel is the best way forward.3568canaries,ftm,safc,sunderlandfalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/justin-after-christmas--52777121Anyway, better late than never, sit back and enjoy this delayed episode.]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/52777121Sat, 18 Feb 2023 20:52:22 +0000Gavin FraterIt's taken some time to get this up and running, but we are back and delighted to be able to post this episode that we filmed with Justin after Christmas. We came so close to nailing our charity bet (curse you Amad) and we had a good chat about what...Anyway, better late than never, sit back and enjoy this delayed episode.]]>2602ftm,safc,sunderlandfalse2fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/sean-coxon-again--52777120https://api.spreaker.com/episode/52777120Sat, 18 Feb 2023 20:50:31 +0000Gavin FraterWe are back after an extended absence... We missed the transfer window, and a whole load of matches, but we are back with Newcastle's favorite son Sean Coxon to catch up on what we missed, including a great midweek win against QPR.3435ftm,safc,sunderlandfalse2fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/david-colquhoun-birmingham-city--51891794
Tonight I talk with him about the result, the goals and where we look to be coming back from the World Cup break.]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/51891794Mon, 14 Nov 2022 22:17:46 +0000Gavin FraterThe unusual Friday night game ended up in a win for Sunderland if not the greatest display we've ever put on. That said we have a first time guest in the form of David Colquhoun, David is originally from Sheffield and currently finds himself in...
Tonight I talk with him about the result, the goals and where we look to be coming back from the World Cup break.]]>2893birmingham,ftm,safc,sunderlandfalse2fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/john-ellington-pete-beck-cardiff-city--51811739
We talk about where it all went wrong, what we feel we need to do to fix it and everything Sunderland before they went back on the lash.]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/51811739Mon, 07 Nov 2022 14:44:36 +0000Gavin FraterIt was an awful match to watch, but fortunately we got two for the price of one this week. SAFC NASA Branch Secretary John Ellington and fellow Pennsylvanian Pete Beck were attending the Toronto branch get together and put their enjoyment on hold to...
We talk about where it all went wrong, what we feel we need to do to fix it and everything Sunderland before they went back on the lash.]]>2447hawaythelads,safc,suncar,sunderlandfalse2fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/jose-castellanos-luton-town--51750973
Oh and there is a painful moment for me as I get cramp in my leg that I struggle to shake, but like a true professional I soldier on.]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/51750973Tue, 01 Nov 2022 15:12:32 +0000Gavin FraterFresh from his attempted travel to England and his first Sunderland match (abandoned following the death of Her Majesty) Jose is back to talk about the Luton Town match, looks forward to the World Cup break and we ponder signings and the rest of the...
Oh and there is a painful moment for me as I get cramp in my leg that I struggle to shake, but like a true professional I soldier on.]]>2631ftm,hawaythelads,luton,safc,sunderlandfalse2fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/sean-coxon-burnley-special-guest-gordon-armstrong--51664404We wake up pod regular Sean Coxon for some match related banter and try to work out where it all went wrong this week. We talk injuries, missing players and of course we ask Gordon about his career at SAFC.]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/51664404Sun, 23 Oct 2022 22:17:02 +0000Gavin FraterWith nearly 400 appearances for Sunderland and another 100 for Burnley who better to chat about the match this weekend than club legend Gordon Armstrong. We wake up pod regular Sean Coxon for some match related banter and try to work out where it all...We wake up pod regular Sean Coxon for some match related banter and try to work out where it all went wrong this week. We talk injuries, missing players and of course we ask Gordon about his career at SAFC.]]>2783ftm,safc,sunderlandfalse2fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/justin-warner-wigan-athletic--51603038https://api.spreaker.com/episode/51603038Mon, 17 Oct 2022 22:45:38 +0000Gavin FraterNASA's Justin Warner joins us this week to review the Wigan Athletic (Sunderland Rejects) game. We cover the game, the lack of a striker, the roles our forward players are having to cover as a result and try to get to the bottom of what it is that...1958ftm,safc,sunderland,wiganfalse2fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/sean-coxon-preston-and-blackpool--51478778
In this episode, Sean Coxon is back and better than ever as we discuss the 0-0 draws against Preston and Blackpool and ponder whether we should have signed a third striker after all. We look with (guarded) optimism at the rest of the calendar year and look to the transfer window in January.

Sit tight and enjoy.]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/51478778Wed, 05 Oct 2022 17:00:32 +0000Gavin FraterWe're back... International breaks and pneumonia are clear and we are back with another episode of your favorite US based Sunderland AFC content. In this episode, Sean Coxon is back and better than ever as we discuss the 0-0 draws against Preston...
In this episode, Sean Coxon is back and better than ever as we discuss the 0-0 draws against Preston and Blackpool and ponder whether we should have signed a third striker after all. We look with (guarded) optimism at the rest of the calendar year and look to the transfer window in January.

Sit tight and enjoy.]]>3162blackpool,pne,preston,safc,safcnasa,sunderlandfalse2fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/anthony-stephenson-smoggies--51154503
We welcome back Wyoming resident Anth Stephenson to discuss the awful game against Middlesbrough, discussing where it all went wrong, how much of it was Corry Evans fault and where we go from here.

Join us as we deep dive into this latest woeful performance and hope its just a blip in an otherwise decent season.

Oh and Middlesbrough is not a derby game.]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/51154503Mon, 05 Sep 2022 23:29:03 +0000Gavin FraterOh dear... Where to begin... We welcome back Wyoming resident Anth Stephenson to discuss the awful game against Middlesbrough, discussing where it all went wrong, how much of it was Corry Evans fault and where we go from here. Join us as we deep...
We welcome back Wyoming resident Anth Stephenson to discuss the awful game against Middlesbrough, discussing where it all went wrong, how much of it was Corry Evans fault and where we go from here.

Join us as we deep dive into this latest woeful performance and hope its just a blip in an otherwise decent season.

Oh and Middlesbrough is not a derby game.]]>1910boro,ftm,safc,smoggies,sunderlandfalse2fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/sean-coxon-manager-fiasco--51073023
We even liken the next possible Sunderland manager to regrettable sexual exploits.

Oh and we even manage to cover the Norwich game.]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/51073023Tue, 30 Aug 2022 01:19:22 +0000Gavin FraterWell, we didn't expect to have to do one of these this season. Just when you think everything is going well, Sunderland manage to well and truly Sunderland a situation. We talk about the betrayal of Alex Neil, why he chose Stoke and what is next for...
We even liken the next possible Sunderland manager to regrettable sexual exploits.

Oh and we even manage to cover the Norwich game.]]>4344ftm,neil,safc,speakman,stoke,sunderlandtrue2fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/sean-coxon-bristol-city--51073014https://api.spreaker.com/episode/51073014Tue, 30 Aug 2022 01:18:36 +0000Gavin FraterSeason one favorite and NASA's resident Geordie stops by after the Bristol City game. We sit down and talk about a great win for the lads and look to the future with the hope that it is bright. Who will we bring in before the end of the transfer...2371bristol,ftm,safc,sunderlandfalse2fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/jose-castellanos-coventry--51073007
Do we dare to dream?]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/51073007Tue, 30 Aug 2022 01:17:34 +0000Gavin FraterNew York's Jose Castellanos joins me after the season opener where Sunderland were unlucky not to hold on to all three points. We talk about the game, transfer targets and seasons expectations. Do we dare to dream?
Do we dare to dream?]]>1966coventry,ftm,safc,sunderlandfalse2fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/wycombe-wanderers-play-off-final-the-lads--49962147This week we sit down with returning guests Sean Coxon from Princeton, Anth Stephenson from Wyoming and Luis Castillo from New York to review the match and generally have a little bit of alcohol induced bants.]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/49962147Fri, 27 May 2022 21:48:42 +0000Gavin FraterSunderland finally did it... We finally won at Wembley with fans in attendance and wow did we do it. About as convincing a win as I have seen and Wycombe were flattered by the scoreline. This week we sit down with returning guests Sean Coxon from...This week we sit down with returning guests Sean Coxon from Princeton, Anth Stephenson from Wyoming and Luis Castillo from New York to review the match and generally have a little bit of alcohol induced bants.]]>6278truefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/sheff-wed-sean-coxon--49773683https://api.spreaker.com/episode/49773683Thu, 12 May 2022 14:44:23 +0000Gavin FraterSean is back and sounds as stupid as ever (but forgive him his Geordie accent). Join us as we talk about both legs of the play-off against Sheffield Wednesday and look forward to what will be a tricky game against Wycombe.2781ftm,hawaythelads,playoff,safc,sheffield,sunderlandtruefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/anthony-stephenson-morecambe--49625977We chat about the season gone, the upcoming games and the chances we have get past Wednesday. Then hit the important stuff like have we got a team that can do anything next season (regardless of where we are)?]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/49625977Mon, 02 May 2022 14:53:58 +0000Gavin FraterSo the season is over, we got the points we needed to secure another attempt at those god awful play offs. With home and away legs coming up against Sheffield Wednesday I got to sit down with long time friend and Mackem Anthony Stephenson. Anth...We chat about the season gone, the upcoming games and the chances we have get past Wednesday. Then hit the important stuff like have we got a team that can do anything next season (regardless of where we are)?]]>2534ftm,hawaythelads,morecambe,safc,sunderlandfalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/jody-linskill-cambridge-united--49544727https://api.spreaker.com/episode/49544727Mon, 25 Apr 2022 10:55:14 +0000Gavin FraterFresh off walking into his own garage door 'Sunderland North' native and Utah resident Jody Linskill stops by to talk about Sunderland's demolition of Cambridge United, growing up in enemy territory and the last couple of games of the season.2570ftm,hawaythelads,safc,sunderlandfalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/justin-warner-plymouth-argyle--49506513https://api.spreaker.com/episode/49506513Thu, 21 Apr 2022 16:48:46 +0000Gavin FraterBetter late than never, especially when your guest is returning SAFC NASA Communications Guru Justin Warner. We talk the game against Plymouth (as bad as it was), tactics, team selection and look at the few remaining games for everyone.1831ftm,plymouth,safc,sunderlandfalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/shrewsbury-stephen-coates--49466159https://api.spreaker.com/episode/49466159Mon, 18 Apr 2022 13:29:56 +0000Gavin FraterThis week we are joined by Taiwan (and part time San Francisco) resident Stephen Coates to talk about all things Sunderland and general banter about the lads. Apologies in advance for the key dilemma halfway through although it does lead to an...4092falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/luis-cardona-oxford--49401459https://api.spreaker.com/episode/49401459Mon, 11 Apr 2022 19:13:03 +0000Gavin FraterPhew, that was a tough one on the nerves again this week. Luis Cardona (Javi Brewski Channel) joins us and talks about why a former US Marine decided to become a Sunderland fan. We review the Oxford match and look at the remaining games and our hopes...2720falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/jose-castellanos-gillingham--49321759https://api.spreaker.com/episode/49321759Mon, 04 Apr 2022 23:02:11 +0000Gavin FraterJose stops by and talks about how a Brooklyn lad ended up following the greatest team in the world by playing Call of Duty. We talked about Defoe's retirement and releasing Benji before eventually getting to talk about the awful game that saw us beat...3086ftm,gillingham,safc,sunderlandfalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/andy-cooke-lincoln-city--49158100https://api.spreaker.com/episode/49158100Tue, 22 Mar 2022 23:15:55 +0000Gavin FraterMaryland resident Andy Cooke drops by to talk about the most thrilling 0-0 draw you'll ever have to sit through. We have a moan about our lack of cutting edge up front and try to work out what question is being asked if Corry Evans is the answer.3185falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/sean-coxon-crew--49074348
For anyone in New Jersey who is interested in learning more about Sean's soccer coaching company should head on over to https://www.blackcatsfootballclub.com/ for more information.]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/49074348Tue, 15 Mar 2022 23:24:01 +0000Gavin FraterEveryone's favorite Geordie steps in to the breach once again to talk about all things Sunderland, how terrible Corry Evans is as a player and go over the Crew Alexandra match. For anyone in New Jersey who is interested in learning more about...
For anyone in New Jersey who is interested in learning more about Sean's soccer coaching company should head on over to https://www.blackcatsfootballclub.com/ for more information.]]>2734crewe,ftm,hawaythelads,safc,sunderlandfalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/charlton-athletic-rebecca-shaw--49019136https://api.spreaker.com/episode/49019136Thu, 10 Mar 2022 17:27:33 +0000Gavin FraterBit of a delay in getting out this week, thanks to my own incompetence, but fortunately Rebecca Shaw was kind enough to re-record the podcast and we got to add the Fleetwood game to the Charlton one we discussed originally. Check out our thoughts on...2814charlton,fleetwood,mackems,safc,sunderlandfalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/wigan-athletic-justin-warner--48886732https://api.spreaker.com/episode/48886732Sun, 27 Feb 2022 19:19:19 +0000Gavin FraterThis week I sit down with NASA Communications Director and Canadian resident Justin Warner. We all though we were screwed after the Burton Albion game but in typical Sunderland style we managed to not only beat Wigan (and do the treble over them this...2999hawaythelads,nasa,safc,sunderlandfalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/our-stars-in-stripes-chad-jarvis--48819127
Find out these things and more right here, right now!]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/48819127Mon, 21 Feb 2022 16:03:57 +0000Gavin FraterAnother week, another defeat! This week we roped in Chad Jarvis from North Carolina to pick the bones out of what was another truly terrible Sunderland performance. Where does the blame lie (SPOLIER: It's Corry Evans), where does the club go from...
Find out these things and more right here, right now!]]>2850mkdons,safc,safcnasa,sunderlandfalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/our-stars-in-stripes-ownership-discussion--48761419https://api.spreaker.com/episode/48761419Wed, 16 Feb 2022 20:10:31 +0000Gavin FraterWith news that of the ownership becoming public, I sit down with Sean and Rich to talk all things ownership related.3691dreyfus,madrox,safc,sunderlandfalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/afc-wimbledon-john-ellington--48733342https://api.spreaker.com/episode/48733342Mon, 14 Feb 2022 22:36:08 +0000Gavin FraterAnother tough week for Sunderland fans, this week we sit down with SAFC NASA Board Secretary John Ellington and find out how someone from the quiet town of Reading, PA ever became a Sunderland fan.3266falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/doncaster-kev-campbell--48634071https://api.spreaker.com/episode/48634071Mon, 07 Feb 2022 22:02:13 +0000Gavin FraterAfter the debacle of Bolton we have the mess that was Doncaster. Kev sits down with me and picks the bones out of the remains and we discuss what is next for Sunderland.2689sunderlandfalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/bolton-sean-coxon--48531585Too be fair this was recorded shortly before Lee Johnson was sacked as Sunderland manager, and before the transfer deadline deals were done.

For fans in NJ with kids looking for football training Sean's company website is www.blackcatsfootballclub.com]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/48531585Tue, 01 Feb 2022 00:43:25 +0000Gavin FraterWelcome to the Our Stars In Stripes and Maple Syrup podcast, for the first episode I am sitting down with Gateshead born and now New Jersey resident Sean Coxon to go over the remnants of the Bolton game and where Sunderland go from here. Too be fair...Too be fair this was recorded shortly before Lee Johnson was sacked as Sunderland manager, and before the transfer deadline deals were done.

For fans in NJ with kids looking for football training Sean's company website is www.blackcatsfootballclub.com]]>2735falsefull