S1:E10 - London Remains Blue: Chelsea Beat Spurs 2-0 | Chelsea Mic'd Up: The Official Chelsea FC Podcast Podcast

S1:E1 - Ashley Cole Interview + Ajax/Watford Reaction: The debut episode of Chelsea Mike’d Up arrives just in time for the most bonkers game we’ve seen Chelsea play in some time. Mike Ryan Ruiz and Chris Wittyngham break down all the thrills from the Blues’ 4-4 Champions League encounter with Ajax at Stamford Bridge (1:30). We then talk to Chelsea legend Ashley Cole (8:15) about his current coaching position at CFC, playing under Frank Lampard and with Mason Mount and Fikayo Tomori at Derby County, and relive some of his best moments from his playing days. We close the show talking Chelsea’s win over Watford (34:50), Christian Pulisic’s on fire (37:25), and the continued the youth movement at the club (42:05). Thanks for listening! Subscribe, rate, and review the podcast wherever you get your podcasts. by Chelsea Mic'd Up: The Official Chelsea FC Podcast

45 min listen

S1:E2 - Pulisic Scores Again + Clive Tyldesley: In this week's episode of Chelsea Mike'd Up, (1:00) Mike Ryan Ruiz and Chris Wittyngham react to another Chelsea win and another Christian Pulisic goal in the Premier League. Plus, N'Golo Kante's back with both CFC and France. (9:35) iTV and NBCSN commentator Clive Tyldesley joins us ahead of his broadcast of England-Montenegro in the UK to talk Chelsea's youth movement, the 2012 Champions League Final, and Pulisic's growth with the Blues and the USA. We then break down Chelsea's place in the Premier League hierarchy (26:10), preview the International fixtures for Blues Abroad (33:05), and close with the Subscribe, Rate, Review question for this week (37:55). by Chelsea Mic'd Up: The Official Chelsea FC Podcast

45 min listen

Welcome to Chelsea Mike'd Up: Introducing Chelsea Mike'd Up, a new official Chelsea FC podcast. Hosts Mike Ryan Ruiz and Chris Wittyngham get you ready for what you can expect from this pod. Subscribe, Rate, and Review! by Chelsea Mic'd Up: The Official Chelsea FC Podcast

9 min listen

S1:E15 - London Is Blue Crossover + FA Cup Win Over Hull: This week on Chelsea Mike'd Up, Mike Ryan Ruiz and Chris Wittyngham (0:40) look back on Chelsea's 2-1 win over Hull in the FA Cup 4th round, (12:00) talk to Nick Verlaney and Dan Dormer from the London is Blue podcast, (28:05) give our predictions and ideas for Chelsea signings before the transfer window closes, (34:15) tell you who Chelsea drew for the 5th round of the FA Cup and look ahead to the Leicester match. by Chelsea Mic'd Up: The Official Chelsea FC Podcast

39 min listen

S1:E8 - NBC's 2 Robbies and Kyle + Bayern draw/Spurs preview/Bournemouth Result: On a busy Chelsea Mike'd Up, Michael Ryan Ruiz and Chris Wittyngham (1:50) look back on the Premier League result against Bournemouth, (9:20) talk to NBC Sports' Robbies, Earle and Mustoe, and (16:40) Kyle Martino about Chelsea's growth in the US and Christian Pulisic, (27:25) look ahead to the game against Jose Mourinho and Spurs, and (32:50) analyze drawing Bayern Munich for the Champions League Round of 16. by Chelsea Mic'd Up: The Official Chelsea FC Podcast

38 min listen

S1:E6 - Taylor Twellman Joins + 3 Points v. Villa: On our 2nd episode this week, (2:10) Mike and Chris recap Chelsea's win over Aston Villa and relish in Tammy Abraham getting the Chelsea Mike'd Up Bounce™️, (8:45) we're joined by ESPN soccer analyst Taylor Twellman to talk Christian Pulisic and much more, (30:05) preview the Everton match in the Premier League, (36:00) discuss what it's going to take for CFC to progress in the Champions League against Lille, (39:35) and close reading your reviews on Apple Podcasts. Follow us on twitter @ChelseaFCinUSA Download the 5th Stand, the official Chelsea App on Apple or Android by Chelsea Mic'd Up: The Official Chelsea FC Podcast

45 min listen

S1:E25 - Davo: Michael Davies of Men In Blazers Joins: On this week's episode of Chelsea Mike'd Up, we talk to Michael Davies, Davo, of Men in Blazers about his boyhood love of Chelsea Football Club, his thoughts on this year's team, and his return to producing Who Wants To Be A Millionaire, the day job that supports his sub-optimal football punditry. We also break down some Philippe Coutinho transfer rumors, the current state of the return to football plans, and your listener questions. For more from Chelsea, download the club's official app. by Chelsea Mic'd Up: The Official Chelsea FC Podcast

49 min listen

S1:E14 - Grant Wahl + Arsenal/Newcastle Reaction: This week on Chelsea Mike'd Up, (1:30) Mike Ryan Ruiz and Chris Wittyngham react to Chelsea's 2-2 draw with Arsenal and 1-0 defeat away to Newcastle. (12:20) Then, Sports Illustrated's Grant Wahl joins us to look big picture at Chelsea's season and Christian Pulisic's breakthrough followed by a spell out with injury. We close discussing (23:20) Kepa Arrizabalaga's recent performances, (28:05) update the injury statuses of Pulisic and Reece James, and (30:40) talk about a big 4-1 win for CFC's women's team over Arsenal and big goals for Sam Kerr and Sophie Ingle. For more from Chelsea, follow us on Twitter and download the 5th Stand App. by Chelsea Mic'd Up: The Official Chelsea FC Podcast

33 min listen

S1:E5 - Tammy Abraham Joins Chelsea Mike'd Up by Chelsea Mic'd Up: The Official Chelsea FC Podcast

25 min listen

S1:E9 - Christian Pulisic Joins: On a special episode of Chelsea Mike'd Up, Michael Ryan Ruiz and Chris Wittyngham talk to Chelsea winger Christian Pulisic at Chelsea's training ground at Cobham. We cover his time with Chelsea, interests outside of football, how he came to be the player he is, and much more. For more from Chelsea FC, download the 5th Stand App. by Chelsea Mic'd Up: The Official Chelsea FC Podcast

28 min listen

S1:E3 - Marc Stein Joins- The Chelsea-Man City Preview: Mike Ryan Ruiz and Chris Wittyngham (1:05) get hyped for this weekend's Chelsea-Manchester City Premier League encounter and run through Chelsea's international break success (4:45). We then talk to Marc Stein, New York Times NBA reporter and noted Man City fan, about the weekend's game, Christian Pulisic, and more. (7:36) We then wonder if Chelsea and Man City are the 2 best Premier League teams of the decade (27:15), pick our best combined XI (33:40), and discuss the Sam Kerr signing (41:50). by Chelsea Mic'd Up: The Official Chelsea FC Podcast

48 min listen

S1:E16 - Gab Marcotti + Leicester Draw/January Window Closes: On this week's episode of Chelsea Mike'd Up, Mike Ryan Ruiz and Chris Wittyngham (0:55) look back on Chelsea's 2-2 draw with Leicester and break down Frank Lampard's big decision to bench Kepa for Caballero, (16:20) talk to Gab Marcotti of ESPN about the transfer window that just closed and how Chelsea are building their squad, (31:00) check in on the CFC women's side with Flo Lloyd-Hughes of BBC London, and (42:10) hit on some news and notes including Christian Pulisic's recovery from injury. by Chelsea Mic'd Up: The Official Chelsea FC Podcast

50 min listen

S1:E4 - More Champions League Madness, Pulisic Scores Again + Joe Prince-Wright: On this week's Chelsea Mike'd Up, (0:30) Mike and Chris react to Chelsea's insane 2-2 draw with Valencia in the Champions League, (6:30) talk to Joe Prince-Wright, NBC's lead soccer writer about the UCL game and Christian Pulisic's growing form and confidence, (19:20) discuss Chelsea's away defeat to Man City, (25:25) break down our conflicted feelings about Jose Mourinho's move to Spurs, and (31:45) look ahead to Chelsea's game against West Ham. by Chelsea Mic'd Up: The Official Chelsea FC Podcast

41 min listen

S1:E22 - Coronavirus Stops Football + Pat Nevin: On this week's episode of Chelsea Mike'd Up, Mike Ryan Ruiz and Chris Wittyngham discuss COVID-19's impact on football and Chelsea, including the positive test for Callum Hudson-Odoi who thankfully is feeling good. We also talk to Chelsea legend Pat Nevin about the difference between Chelsea then and now, the time he scored for Scotland against the US, and his incredible double life as a DJ. by Chelsea Mic'd Up: The Official Chelsea FC Podcast

43 min listen

S1:E13 - Miami Heat Meets Chelsea Mike'd Up + Burnley Reaction: On this episode of Chelsea Mike'd Up, (1:10) we recap Chelsea's 3-0 win over Burnley and highlight the Blues' top performers, (13:45) Mike talks to Miami Heat guard Kendrick Nunn and TV analyst John Crotty about how they became Chelsea supporters and the parallels between the Heat and the Blues. (29:30) Then, we look ahead to a double match week with Chelsea taking on Newcastle and Arsenal, (33:25) flag down the latest transfer rumors, and (36:35) close with our midseason awards. Who won best game, best hair, and MVP? Tune in to find out. by Chelsea Mic'd Up: The Official Chelsea FC Podcast

48 min listen

S1:E10 - London Remains Blue: Chelsea Beat Spurs 2-0: On this episode of Chelsea Mike'd Up, Michael Ryan Ruiz and Chris Wittyngham relive their experience at the Tottenham Hotspur Stadium, where Chelsea defeated Spurs 2-0. They break down all the major talking points, look ahead to Boxing Day against Southampton, and recap their incredible week in London. For more from the club, download the 5th Stand App! by Chelsea Mic'd Up: The Official Chelsea FC Podcast

34 min listen

S1:E20 - There's Only One Billy Gilmour: FA Cup + Bournemouth Reaction: On this week's episode of Chelsea Mike'd Up, Mike Ryan Ruiz and Chris Wittyngham (1:00) excitedly react to Chelsea knocking Liverpool out of the FA Cup with a 2-0 win at the Bridge and (7:50) bring you the latest on Willian and Mateo Kovacic's injuries. The guys then (17:35) talk to ESPN's Stefano Fusaro about the game and Chelsea's potential as Liverpool's next big challenger for titles. We close the show (28:40) looking back at the Bournemouth game and Marcos Alonso's brace, (35:30) previewing the Everton game on Sunday and looking at CFC's position in the table, and (40:10) reliving Mike's experience with the Los Angeles Blues and answering your questions in the mailbag. Follow the show on Twitter @ChelseaFCinUSA and download the 5th Stand App by Chelsea Mic'd Up: The Official Chelsea FC Podcast

49 min listen

S1:E24 - World Cup Style Premier League? Plus Carlo Cudicini: On this week's episode of Chelsea Mike'd Up, Michael Ryan Ruiz and Chris Wittyngham cover Callum Hudson Odoi's return to full health after testing positive for coronavirus, the ideas about how the Premier League might come back after the worst of the pandemic, and Karim Benzema's inexplicable beef with Olivier Giroud. Plus, we talk to Chelsea FC Loan Player Technical Coach Carlo Cudicini about his current role with the club and his time at Chelsea for 10 years as a goalkeeper. We also take your listener questions. To submit yours, follow this link! by Chelsea Mic'd Up: The Official Chelsea FC Podcast

52 min listen

S1:E21 - Rog Bennett of Men in Blazers Joins CMU: On this week's episode of Chelsea Mike'd Up, Mike Ryan Ruiz and Chris Wittyngham (0:45) celebrate a 4-0 Chelsea win over Everton and (7:10) hail another top performance from 18-year-old Billy Gilmour. Then, (15:15) Roger Bennett of the Men In Blazers on NBCSN joins to talk about his beloved Everton's terrible performance, Christian Pulisic, and his relationship with manager Frank Lampard. We close discussing (32:35) the race for the top 4, (37:50) an update on injuries, and (41:05) the 2 newest debutants for Chelsea on Sunday. For more from Chelsea, download the 5th Stand App by Chelsea Mic'd Up: The Official Chelsea FC Podcast

44 min listen

S1:E12 - Chairman Bruce Buck Joins: On this week's episode of Chelsea Mike'd Up, (1:35) we look back on Chelsea's win over Nottingham Forest, (9:30) talk to Chelsea FC Chairman Bruce Buck about his journey from New York to West London, some of his best memories with the club, and his involvement with Christian Pulisic's transfer to Chelsea. (30:35) Then, we look ahead to CFC's match with Burnley in the Premier League, (33:45) see who Chelsea have been linked with in the transfer rumor mill, and (42:40) open up the voting for our midseason awards. To vote and for more content, visit us on Twitter @ChelseaFCinUSA by Chelsea Mic'd Up: The Official Chelsea FC Podcast

47 min listen

S1:E7 - Rebecca Lowe + Chelsea To UCL Round of 16: On this week's Chelsea Mike'd Up, (1:00) Mike and Chris celebrate Chelsea's progression to the Round of 16 in the Champions league after their 2-1 victory over Lille and preview who they could play next, (10:25) talk to NBC Sports' Rebecca Lowe ahead of Premier League Mornings Live Fan Fest in Miami, (20:40) break down the reduction of Chelsea's transfer ban, (29:10) look back on the Everton match and look ahead to the Bournemouth game in the Premier League, (34:30) and solicit your questions for Christian Pulisic, who we'll be talking to on the podcast next week in London! by Chelsea Mic'd Up: The Official Chelsea FC Podcast

36 min listen

S1:E27 - Transfer Rumor Mill Heats Up + Jason Cundy Interview: On this week's episode of Chelsea Mike'd Up, Michael Ryan Ruiz and Chris Wittyngham discuss (1:10) the latest with the potential transfer of Jadon Sancho, (7:30) Newcastle's reported sale to a group led by Saudi Arabia, (10:40) the future of N'Golo Kante, (37:50) Alvaro Morata's recent comments in an Instagram Live that upset some Chelsea supporters (a conversation complete with a shock twist), and (45:30) Willian's potential departure leaving the club without Brazilian internationals (a conversation complete with a massive tangent). We also talk to former Chelsea player and current Chelsea TV pundit Jason Cundy (14:30) about his career with the Blues, his transition into media, and his thoughts on all of the young players that have emerged this season for Chelsea. by Chelsea Mic'd Up: The Official Chelsea FC Podcast

51 min listen

S1:E11 - Jorginho Interview + Festive Fixtures Roundup: On this episode of Chelsea Mike'd Up, (0:30) Mike Ryan Ruiz and Chris Wittyngham round up Chelsea's matches over the festive period, (13:40) talk to Chelsea midfielder Jorginho about the languages he speaks, how he communicates with teammates, and that Carabao Cup Final. (24:25) We then talk about Jorginho's turnaround with the supporters, (27:30) Callum Hudson-Odoi's role in the team, and (31:00) preview Chelsea's FA Cup match against Nottingham Forest. Download the 5th Stand App for more from Chelsea FC. by Chelsea Mic'd Up: The Official Chelsea FC Podcast

39 min listen

S1:E50 - Ashely Cole, Petr Cech, and Bruce Buck: We'll have reaction to Chelsea signing Ben Chilwell (among others?) on next week's episode. Until then, enjoy a best of episode while we continue our minibreak featuring interviews with club legends Ashley Cole and Petr Cech, plus an interview with Chelsea chairman Bruce Buck. by Chelsea Mic'd Up: The Official Chelsea FC Podcast

53 min listen

S1:E18 - Reece James Joins Chelsea Mike'd Up: On this week's episode of Chelsea Mike'd Up, Michael Ryan Ruiz and Chris Wittyngham are (1:40) joined by Chelsea RB Reece James. We talk about his bursting onto the scene, when he heard from manager Frank Lampard he was going to have a role in the 1st team, and we play a round of This or That. Then, the guys (10:10) break down the Man United game, VAR incidents and all, (30:00) break down Chelsea's agreeing to the transfer of Ajax winger Hakim Ziyech (33:50) the continuing storyline at goalkeeper with Kepa and Caballero, (38:40) look ahead to the Spurs match, (43:45) break down what Manchester City's European ban could mean for Chelsea, and (49:10) lament another injury to N'Golo Kante. by Chelsea Mic'd Up: The Official Chelsea FC Podcast

56 min listen

S1:E29 - Billy Gilmour Joins Chelsea Mike'd Up: On this week's episode of Chelsea Mike'd Up, Michael Ryan Ruiz and Chris Wittyngham (12:00) talk to one Billy Gilmour to serenade him in song, chronicle his at times surreal path to the Chelsea 1st team, and joke about how he uses himself in FIFA 20. The guys also break down the state of football in Europe, from how cancellations might get Hakim Ziyech to Chelsea faster (2:00), to how the Premier League is coming along in their project to bring games back (5:10). They also discuss the unfortunate reasons Salomon Kalou is in the news (29:40), Chelsea connections to a pair of Bundesliga strikers including Erling Håland (31:00), and ESPN's Bill Barnwell's 50 worst Premier League transfers ever list (34:45). by Chelsea Mic'd Up: The Official Chelsea FC Podcast

41 min listen

S1:E28 - Taylor Twellman & Jon Champion Guest + ANNOUNCEMENT: On this week's episode of Chelsea Mike'd Up, Michael Ryan Ruiz and Chris Wittyngham (11:00) talk to ESPN's lead MLS Commentary team of Jon Champion and Taylor Twellman to discuss football's plans to return, how the dynamics of the transfer market will change for Chelsea and others, plus much more. We also (1:20) start the show with the announcement of an upcoming guest on Chelsea Mike'd Up, (4:15) discuss how league cancellations in Europe might affect the Premier League, (33:10) jump head first into transfer rumors for both incoming and outgoings, and (42:55) close praising Chelsea's response to Coronavirus. by Chelsea Mic'd Up: The Official Chelsea FC Podcast

47 min listen

S1:E37 - Man City & Leicester Next for Chelsea + Millie Bright Joins: On this episode of Chelsea Mike'd Up, Michael Ryan Ruiz and Chris Wittyngham look ahead to Chelsea's upcoming games against (1:15) Manchester City in the Premier League and (37:40) Leicester City in the FA Cup. We also (11:10) break down Antonio Rudiger's comments to Chelsea TV on how he played a part in convincing Timo Werner to come to Stamford Bridge and (44:40) news that Chelsea might not participate in next year's Carabao Cup. For the interview (15:45), we're joined by Millie Bright of the Chelsea Women's side that were recently crowned champions of England. We discuss how strange it was to find out they won the title over Zoom, the growth of the women's game in England, and how excited Chelsea are to qualify for the UEFA Women's Champions League. by Chelsea Mic'd Up: The Official Chelsea FC Podcast

49 min listen

S1:E32 - Herculez Gomez Talks Pulisic/Best Player in Concacaf?: On this week's episode of Chelsea Mike'd Up, (13:45) USMNT great and ESPN pundit Herculez Gomez joins Michael Ryan Ruiz and Chris Wittyngham to discuss his thoughts on Christian Pulisic's first season at Chelsea, who is best out of Pulisic, Alphonso Davies, Raul Jimenez, and Keylor Navas as best player in Concacaf, and watching football played behind closed doors. We also discuss (0:45) N'Golo Kante's departure from Chelsea training, (6:40) the latest Project Restart news, (31:15) what we've learned from 3 Bundesliga match days, and (35:10) the latest transfer news and rumors. by Chelsea Mic'd Up: The Official Chelsea FC Podcast

43 min listen

S1:E31 - USMNT GM Brian McBride Joins CMU: On this week's episode of Chelsea Mike'd Up, Michael Ryan Ruiz and Chris Wittyngham (11:40) are joined by US Men's National Team General Manager Brian McBride. We talk his perspective on Christian Pulisic, his Premier League career with Fulham, and he tells a harrowing story about an eye injury he sustained during his career. We also discuss (1:05) Chelsea's return to the training pitch, (8:20) lessons to be taken from the return of the Bundesliga, (31:00) the latest transfer rumors, and (36:15) some 2012 Champions League Final memories with this week being the 8th anniversary of the trophy lift. by Chelsea Mic'd Up: The Official Chelsea FC Podcast

44 min listen

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