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James Nalton @jdnalton.bsky.social · 17m

Preorder issue one of the Protagonist Soccer Zine: "Tales of New York". I've something in it about NYC ⚽, @nyintfc.bsky.social, finding soccer clubs, and a bit about why I started covering American soccer in the first place @protagonistsoccer.bsky.social www.protagonistsoccer.com/shop/rdli1h4...

Images from the Protagonist Soccer Zine, issue one, tales of New York

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Joshua R Duder @joshuaduder.bsky.social · 53m

⚽️ We over at @protagonistsoccer.bsky.social made an actual magazine!
▪️Thank you to the writers and artists for your effort, time, and patience!
▪️Thank you to @richardmiller.bsky.social for always taking on my silly projects.
▪️Thank you @danvaughn.bsky.social for letting me play in the sandbox!

Protagonist Soccer @protagonistsoccer.bsky.social · 1h

📕 We’ve done it! The Protagonist ‘Zine, Issue One “Tales of New York” has gone to print!
▪️ Thank you for your patience.
▪️ Pre-sales are still available, and trust us, you’ll love this: 40 pages of soccer in NY, from Upstate to Long Island!
▪️Only $8 + Ship www.protagonistsoccer.com/shop/rdli1h4...

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Joshua R Duder @joshuaduder.bsky.social · 5h

🦅 We worked hard and landed some great guests!
▪️Jimmy Conrad
▪️Jamie Levoy
▪️Marcelo Balboa
▪️Jason Davis
▪️Charles Boehm
▪️and even more…
✅ Subscribe to @protagonistsoccer.bsky.social on Spotify, Apple, or wherever you go for podcasts!

Protagonist Soccer @protagonistsoccer.bsky.social · 6h

Coming on Monday, the new season of America's Greatest podcast launches! This year's cast list is absolutely epic. You won't want to miss a single episode of the show.

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Joshua R Duder @joshuaduder.bsky.social · 23h

I tried to read a biography about Jacques Cousteau but it was too deep for me.

TrustedReveler @trustedreveler.bsky.social · 1d

Been reading a book about historical camping, buts all past tents.

grilled cheese 🧀 @grilldcheese.bsky.social · 2d

i'm reading a book about roofing but it's been going over my head.

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Joshua R Duder @joshuaduder.bsky.social · 1d

Ibis? Flamingos? Parrots? What’s a good bird logo team Protagonist should work with next?

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Protagonist Soccer @protagonistsoccer.bsky.social · 1d

🦅As we countdown to Season 2 of America’s Greatest, we revisit some great conversations from Season 1.
🎙️ @joshuaduder.bsky.social is joined by @davidkilpatrick.bsky.social & Douglas Zimmerman of SFGATE to discuss the last FINAL of NASL in ‘17, SFDeltas vs NYCosmos open.spotify.com/episode/0oYM...

America's Greatest Season One Replay: 2017 NASL Soccer Bowl with Dr David Kilpatrick and Douglas Zimmerman

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Joshua R Duder @joshuaduder.bsky.social · 1d

Listen, I don’t know if this is confirmed yet but shit, damn… www.hotnewhiphop.com/952661-dange...

D’Angelo Reportedly Dead At 51

Further details on D’Angelo's death remain unclear after news of the iconic singer's passing became public on Tuesday.

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Joshua R Duder @joshuaduder.bsky.social · 1d

🧛🏼‍♂️Dracula is FREE on Audible!! www.audible.com/pd/B0078PA1O...

Dracula [Audible Edition]

Check out this great listen on Audible.com. Audie Award, Distinguished Achievement in Production, 2013 Audie Award, Multi-voiced Performance, 2013 Audie Award Nominee, Classic, 2013 Because of the wid...

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Joshua R Duder @joshuaduder.bsky.social · 1d

🗺️ Hey, we’re working on a new project for @protagonistsoccer.bsky.social and need a US-based human who makes map infographics.
❓ Got any recommendations? #NoAI

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Joshua R Duder @joshuaduder.bsky.social · 1d

“Name an italian more worthy of an American holiday than Columbus.”

Vinny Vedecci

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Protagonist Soccer @protagonistsoccer.bsky.social · 2d

⁉️Who Are Ya⁉️
▪️ What started as a grassroots, community-based soccer club, Rochester FC has grown to serve the children, men, and women in their corner of Minnesota. Their bright and colorful badge stands out nearly as much as their talented players www.protagonistsoccer.com/coverage/who...

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Joshua R Duder @joshuaduder.bsky.social · 4d

🦈🐙 Shout out to @sharktopusfc.bsky.social & the tentaclely @oliveandyork.com top. Good luck in your USOC Qualifier this weekend.

Protagonist Soccer @protagonistsoccer.bsky.social · 4d

💻 We’re here, we’re doing it! Cuos, Cups, Cups!
▪️ TPS ep 16 with @danvaughn.bsky.social & @joshuaduder.bsky.social who talk #USMNT #USOC26 & chat a little about NISA 3.0’s new cup while trying to find its place amongst Leagues Cup, Jäeger Cup, USOC, & various amateur cups youtu.be/gSYMR9L7Uco?...

The Protagonist Show - Ep 16 - Cups, Cups, Cups!

YouTube video by Protagonist Soccer

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Protagonist Soccer @protagonistsoccer.bsky.social · 4d

💻 We’re here, we’re doing it! Cuos, Cups, Cups!
▪️ TPS ep 16 with @danvaughn.bsky.social & @joshuaduder.bsky.social who talk #USMNT #USOC26 & chat a little about NISA 3.0’s new cup while trying to find its place amongst Leagues Cup, Jäeger Cup, USOC, & various amateur cups youtu.be/gSYMR9L7Uco?...

The Protagonist Show - Ep 16 - Cups, Cups, Cups!

YouTube video by Protagonist Soccer

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Protagonist Soccer @protagonistsoccer.bsky.social · 5d

@dancreel.com provides a summary of the various trademark registrations of Scott "Matchmaker" Michaels and his various related organizations to help give some context as to why the current situation is what it is.

www.protagonistsoccer.com/coverage/mat...

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Joshua R Duder @joshuaduder.bsky.social · 5d

Happy Birthday to Fanendo Adi!! #RCTID

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Acyn @acyn.bsky.social · 6d

Shapiro: I filed that amicus brief last night to make it very clear that the Pennsylvania National Guard is under my command.

The way the President has chosen to deploy the Guard in other states—and, in at least one case, deploy the Guard from one state into another—is extremely dangerous.

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Joshua R Duder @joshuaduder.bsky.social · 5d

a knight with a helmet and a sword says " this is the way "

ALT: a knight with a helmet and a sword says " this is the way "

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Joshua R Duder @joshuaduder.bsky.social · 5d

What a weird take. The Man in Black has always had “his due.” You’re just late to the party pal.

Joshua R Duder @joshuaduder.bsky.social · 6d

Its at this moment, I realized I’ve under-prepared for my dream gig.

If you want to be a writer, write.

Alexander Abnos @anabnos.com · 7d

Hello! The Guardian is expanding our American soccer coverage. In the US, we're hiring:
• Reporters
• Asst. editor
• Audience editor
• Social video producer
• Sports biz reporter
These are all full-time, permanent, union positions.
www.theguardian.com/gnm-press-of...

The Guardian announces plans to expand its global soccer coverage ahead of 2026 men’s World Cup in North America

Combination of seven new roles, including six in the US, spanning sports and business coverage, visuals, video and more

www.theguardian.com

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Alexander Abnos @anabnos.com · 7d

Hello! The Guardian is expanding our American soccer coverage. In the US, we're hiring:
• Reporters
• Asst. editor
• Audience editor
• Social video producer
• Sports biz reporter
These are all full-time, permanent, union positions.
www.theguardian.com/gnm-press-of...

The Guardian announces plans to expand its global soccer coverage ahead of 2026 men’s World Cup in North America

Combination of seven new roles, including six in the US, spanning sports and business coverage, visuals, video and more

www.theguardian.com

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Joshua R Duder @joshuaduder.bsky.social · 6d

“The girlfriend of one of the founders of antifa”

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CalyxWorks @calyxworks.com · 7d

Anybody know the Frog?

People are asking for merch, but I wouldn’t do that without permission.

I’ll donate proceeds to whomever/wherever they choose – please message me!

CalyxWorks @calyxworks.com · 7d

Portland Protest Frog replaces the stag on the Old Town "Portland Oregon" sign ... which now reads "Little Beirut"

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Joshua R Duder @joshuaduder.bsky.social · 7d

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Protagonist Soccer @protagonistsoccer.bsky.social · 7d

🦅As we countdown to Season Two of America’s Greatest, we revisit some great conversations from Season One.
🎙️ @joshuaduder.bsky.social and @dancreel.com are joined by @kkfla737.bsky.social to discuss USMNT vs Germany in the 1999 Confederations Cup open.spotify.com/episode/2wAG...

America's Greatest Season One Replay: 1999 Confed Cup, Germany vs USMNT w/ Kartik Krishnaiyer

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Protagonist Soccer @protagonistsoccer.bsky.social · 8d

🗣️ We need your help! Only 10 Official Henny Derby shirts have been sold and we want to make an impact in the communities of @rivercity93.bsky.social and @kylecarr.bsky.social
👕 We have teamed up with @oliveandyork.com and all profit will be donated!
🫱🏾‍🫲🏽 Like & Share!
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