Cannon Crue

About Cannon Crue

𝕮𝖆𝖓𝖓𝖔𝖓 𝕮𝖗ü𝖊 is the go-to podcast for Charleston Battery supporters and USL Championship enthusiasts! Each week, hosts Granit, Ryan, and Patrick break down matches, celebrate wins (and grumble through losses), analyze tactics, and dive deep into all things Charleston Battery — blending insider knowledge, sharp humor, and real passion for the Beautiful Game. From match previews and postgame reactions to interviews with players, coaches, and die-hard fans, 𝕮𝖆𝖓𝖓𝖔𝖓 𝕮𝖗ü𝖊 brings you closer to the club you love. Whether you’re a longtime Battery supporter or new to the USL, you’ll feel right at home with the 𝕮𝖗ü𝖊. 🎧 New episodes drop weekly during the season, with bonus content whenever big news breaks. So grab your scarf, fire the cannons, and join the 𝕮𝖆𝖓𝖓𝖔𝖓 𝕮𝖗ü𝖊 — where Charleston Battery lives and breathes.

Publisher

Cannon Crue, LLC

Category

sports · sports · sports

Language

en

Explicit

Yes

First episode

15 Mar 2024

Latest episode

11 Sept 2026

Latest episodes

80 episodes in the feed.

1. 

   11 Sept 2026

   London is Red

   London is red. Granit, Patrick and Rhett break down Arsenal’s latest win over Chelsea and why this version of Mikel Arteta’s side feels different from the Arsenal teams of the last few seasons. The guys dig into Myles Lewis-Skelly’s growing influence in midfield, Riccardo Calafiori’s freedom to roam, Arsenal’s increasing tactical flexibility, Martin Ødegaard finding another gear, and the squad depth that is allowing Arteta to play a much more aggressive style. There’s also plenty on Chelsea: their spending, their squad-building strategy, their defending, Emi Martínez, Cole Palmer, and the eternal question of whether spending enormous amounts of money actually qualifies as “good business” when the results don’t follow. Plus, the guys say goodbye to Gabriel Martinelli, discuss Arsenal finally getting serious value in the transfer market, and debate whether the club was right not to force another signing simply for the sake of making one. And because Patrick can’t help himself, the Charleston Battery manage to sneak into the conversation before the final whistle.

2. 

   22 Aug 2026

   This Is Joey Crüe Now

   The Cannon Crüe is back, and this one turns into a full-on Battery therapy session. Granit, Patrick, and Ryan dig into the Charleston Battery’s recent struggles, including defensive breakdowns, red cards, inconsistent goalkeeping, and the bigger question hanging over the team: who is the leader on the field? The crew debates whether Joey should be the guy to step into that role, whether Graham Smith has captain qualities, why Sean Suber still is not getting consistent minutes, and whether Ben Pirmann needs to show a little more fire from the touchline. There is also plenty of keeper talk, including the weekly requirement to say one nice thing about Zamudio. The episode also branches out into bigger soccer territory, with Colton Swan transfer talk, Arsenal and Manchester City banter, Ryan’s Wolves corner, and the future of Cannon Crüe expanding beyond just Battery coverage. Also included: Temu Pep, Temu Haaland, cheap Battery tickets, season-ticket-holder pain, Copenhagen confusion, balcony scouting with bullhorns, and the official rebrand nobody asked for: Joey Crüe. Up the Battery. Charleston Battery’s recent defensive struggles Two red cards in two matches The team’s lack of a clear on-field captain Joey as a possible leadership figure Graham Smith’s captaincy case Sean Suber’s confusing lack of consistent minutes Whether Ben Pirmann needs more sideline fire Zamudio’s inconsistency and the “one nice thing” rule Colton Swan’s rumored move to Scotland Arsenal taking apart Manchester City “Temu Pep” and “Temu Haaland” Wolves and the Championship perspective Upcoming Battery match against Miami Season-ticket-holder grumbling over cheap walk-up tickets

3. 

   8 Aug 2026

   Revenge is best served Five-Nil: Battery Thump Brooklyn

   Brooklyn beat Charleston 3–0 earlier this season. The Battery remembered. Charleston answered with an emphatic 5–0 beatdown at Patriots Point, getting goals from five different players and delivering exactly the kind of response we had been waiting to see. But was this really the Battery turning the corner—or just another dominant home performance? On this episode of Cannon Crüe, Granit, Ryan and Patrick break down the revenge win over Brooklyn, the impact of Maalique Foster and Miguel Berry, Charleston’s suddenly dangerous attack, the clean sheet that wasn't quite as comfortable as the scoreline suggests, and the spectacular—and completely unnecessary—Kissiedou goal/red-card combination. Then we look ahead to Loudoun, Charleston’s troublesome road form, the increasingly tight Eastern Conference playoff race, and ask a bigger question: Has Tampa Bay replaced Louisville as the team everyone should fear in the East? Five goals. Five scorers. A clean sheet. A little revenge. Now do it again. EPISODE NOTES REVENGE: COMPLETE Charleston avenged its earlier 3–0 loss in Brooklyn with a 5–0 demolition at Patriots Point. The guys discuss whether this was simply a great night at home—or evidence that the Battery have finally rediscovered the attacking identity that has been missing during their recent inconsistent stretch. Five Goals, Five Different Scorers Charleston didn't rely on one player to carry the attack. Goals came from throughout the lineup, with movement, quick combinations and aggressive runs creating a much more dangerous version of the Battery. Let It Foster Maalique Foster was everywhere. After repeatedly asking for more minutes and more attacking freedom for Foster, the Crüe breaks down what changed with him on the field and why his pace and movement may be too valuable to leave out of the starting XI. And yes—we may have accidentally created the phrase “Let It Foster.” Miguel Berry Changes the Attack Berry's strength, movement and willingness to create for teammates stood out throughout the match. Was this his best performance in a Battery shirt? Patrick makes the case for Berry as his Man of the Match—and we discuss whether Charleston may have found a better way to use him. A Clean Sheet… But Let's Talk About It Luis Zamudio officially gets the clean sheet. But Joey Akpunonu's early goal-line clearance may have prevented an entirely different match from developing. We continue our discussion about Charleston's goalkeeping, defensive structure and whether the final score covered up some dangerous moments early in the match. Goal, Assist… Fight? A spectacular strike from distance. A gorgeous backheel. And then a completely unnecessary challenge with Charleston already cruising. The Crüe breaks down Kissiedou's eventful night and whether his late red card unnecessarily hurts Charleston heading into the next match. Also: Can Somebody Please Fix the Pitch? Patriots Point's playing surface gets another Cannon Crüe performance review. Home Depot and Lowe's sponsorship inquiries are apparently welcome. Next Up: Loudoun United Charleston destroyed Loudoun 4–1 in the previous meeting, but this one comes on the road—and Loudoun enters in much better form. Can the Battery reproduce the speed, movement and creativity we saw against Brooklyn? Or do we go right back to slow possession and passing around the back? OUR LOUDOUN PREDICTIONS Patrick: Battery 1–0 Granit: 1–1 Draw Ryan: Battery 2–1 The Eastern Conference Is Getting Interesting With the playoff race tightening, we look beyond Charleston and discuss one of the biggest questions in the East: Is Tampa Bay becoming the new Louisville? The Rowdies are surging, Louisville suddenly looks vulnerable, and the traditional hierarchy of the Eastern Conference may finally be shifting. As the postseason approaches, one thing becomes increasingly important: Every match is a final. Cannon Crüe Charleston Battery analysis, arguments, goalkeeper criticism, questionable predictions and the occasional discussion about illegally fertilizing the Patriots Point pitch. #CharlestonBattery #USLChampionship #CannonCrue #BrooklynFC #LoudounUnited #VamosBattery

Who has been a guest on Cannon Crue

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• Harper
• Toby Sims
• Christian Gardner

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YouTube views

394

Score snapshot 15 Sept 2025

Apple Podcasts (US)

5.0 / 5

1 ratings

Spotify

5.0 / 5

11 ratings

Podcast Authority Score: 70 / 100

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Quality

85

Social presence

0

YouTube

66

Engagement

71

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