Nothing stops the Loyal Company of the River Valley

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7 years ago

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Imagine loving a team so much that you do a podcast about it. And then the team folds. What do you do?

If you’re soccer fans Nathan Terlesky and Adam Huber, you keep going. Your show, called Loyal Company of the River Valley, goes on (CLICK to listen). You get involved in the movement to resurrect FC Edmonton, and you campaign to get it into the new Canadian Premier League. You push ticket sales, and you help start a new supporters group, and you keep the flame alive until your team is on the pitch again.

With their cry of “Fear no foe!” these guys are fierce (but nice) fans. And they can’t wait until spring comes, when FC Edmonton will start battling Calgary’s Cavalry FC and the rest of the teams in the new league.

Let’s learn a little more about Loyal Company of the River Valley, via co-host Terlesky:

What will people get out of listening to your podcast?

A. I believe that we offer an unique perspective on both Canadian soccer and FC Edmonton. We have been able to bring in a variety of interesting and meaningful guests. I think people will gain a new appreciation for the sport, and the local impact, through our podcast.

How did you meet your co-host?

A. Adam and I met in 2011 through our love of soccer. We joined the same supporters group, and after several years, ended up leaving that group and becoming closer friends. We started the podcast shortly after, and have been podcasting together for over three years now.

If you could have any guest on your show, who would you ask?

A. Someone higher up in Canada soccer would be amazing, like John Herdman, coach of the national team. We have been very fortunate in having several players, staff and coaches on over the years.

Why do you think people enjoy podcasts

A. Podcasts allow people to find engaging hosts and a wide variety of topics that you might not find on traditional radio.

Write your own epitaph — what would it say?

A. Always ready to kick a ball or drink a pint.

What has been your favourite episode so far?

A. My personal favourite was our interview with Tim Adams and Leah Cavanagh from Free Footie. They were very humble people, despite having run a very successful program for youth for years.

Be sure to connect with Loyal Company of the River Valley on Twitter, Facebook and Instagram.

Each week Todayville will introduce you to members of the Alberta Podcast Network, so you can invite even more Alberta-made podcasts into your ears! You can find Loyal Company of the River Valley and dozens of other shows at albertapodcastnetwork.com.

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