This week’s episode centers around the Republic’s recent player departures and what they might mean for the team’s ability to attract players to Sacramento in the future.

The first segment of the show concentrates specifically on the recent departures of Mickey Daly and Gabe Gissie to Bethlehem Steel FC and Kaleemullah to the Tulsa Roughnecks. After looking at the impact that each individual’s departure will have on the team, the discussion turns to the future of the Republic.

In the second segment, the discussion centers around what the recent MLS expansion decision may mean for the Republic’s ability to attract talent in the future.

The third and final portion of the show looks ahead to the Republic’s friendlies against the Colorado Rapids and San Jose Earthquakes.

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Hosted by Joshua Beeman, Managing Editor of Indomitable City Soccer, Beeman’s Republic is a weekly podcast recorded live on the air at KSSU.com, Sacramento State’s radio station. It covers soccer news from all over the Sacramento area as well as throughout the USL Western Conference. To be a part of the discussion, please leave a comment below or use #BeemansRepublic on Twitter. And be sure to follow Josh on Twitter @josh_beeman.