On the eve of the World Cup in Brazil, Rob Ferrett and Veronica Rueckert talk to a soccer analyst about the history of soccer in the United States, his love of the sport, and the sometimes dark side of this international sport. Then they talk to a Wisconsin Republican about House Majority Leader Eric Cantor losing his primary election and check in on Capitol Hill with USA Today’s Congress and politics editor.
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The Beautiful (And Scandalous) World Of Soccer
On the eve of the World Cup in Brazil, a soccer analyst shares the rise of soccer in the United States, his love of the game, and the sometimes dark and scandalous side of the international sport.
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What The Loss Of Eric Cantor Means To The GOP
On Tuesday House Majority Leader Eric Cantor lost the primary election in his Congressional district to Tea Party candidate David Brat. Teh Vice Chair of the Republican Party of Wisconsin discusses his reaction to this election and what it could mean for Republicans in the midterm elections this November.
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This Week In Congress – June 11, 2014
USA Today Politics and Congress Editor Paul Singer joins Central Time for his weekly update on happenings in Congress.
Episode Credits
- Rob Ferrett Host
- Veronica Rueckert Host
- George Vecsey Guest
- Brian Schimming Guest
- Paul Singer Guest
- Amanda Magnus Producer
- Galen Druke Producer
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