In this episode, Claudine Wong and Alex Lobban sit down with longtime sports broadcaster and the voice of the San Jose Earthquakes, Ted Ramey, for an insightful conversation about his deep roots in Bay Area soccer, the intricate art of calling a match, and the generational shifts shaping American soccer culture.
Having literally grown up around the game as the son of legendary Quakes NASL broadcaster Hal Ramey, Ted attended the historic first-ever MLS match in 1996 at Spartan Stadium as a 13-year-old fan. Decades later, he provides the soundtrack to Quakes history from the broadcast booth.
The conversation explores how Ted prepares for broadcasts, the unique challenges of calling soccer compared to other American sports, the critical role of multi-generational fandom, youth soccer culture, burnout, pay-to-play barriers, and where Major League Soccer and the U.S. Men's National Team fit into the global landscape.
🎙 Guest
Ted Ramey is a seasoned Bay Area sports broadcaster, talk show host, and the long-tenured radio play-by-play voice of the San Jose Earthquakes.
Soccer runs in the family: his father, Hal Ramey, called games for the Earthquakes during the North American Soccer League (NASL) era in the 1970s and early 1980s, later returning for the launch of MLS with the San Jose Clash. Ted grew up immersed in the press boxes, locker rooms, and stands of Spartan Stadium, witnessing firsthand the evolution of professional soccer in Northern California.
In addition to his Earthquakes duties, Ted has hosted daily sports talk radio shows in the Bay Area, covered the San Jose Sharks, and reported across all major Northern California sports. Over his 13+ years in the booth alongside color analyst Joe Cannon, Ted has become a trusted, passionate narrator of the modern soccer era in Silicon Valley.
⏱ Episode Highlights

 [00:00:00] Welcome & IntroductionClaudine and Alex introduce Ted Ramey, highlighting his unique lineage as a second-generation Earthquakes broadcaster whose connection to the franchise spans both the NASL and MLS eras.

 [00:01:10] Spartan Stadium, April 6, 1996 Ted recalls attending MLS’s inaugural match at Spartan Stadium as a 13-year-old, watching Eric Wynalda score the league's historic first goal, and seeing how the Silicon Valley community rallied around the sport.

 [00:02:40] Stories From the NASL Era Growing up listening to his father's road stories about Pelé, George Best, and the founding era of American soccer, and how the 1994 World Cup revitalized Bay Area soccer fandom.

 [00:04:45] The Diversity of the Early Quakes Crowd Ted reflects on realizing as a young teen that soccer matches were a unique melting pot representing cultures and communities across the Bay Area unlike any other local sport.

 [00:05:40] From Sprinter to Broadcaster Ted talks about his own athletic journey—from running track as a competitive sprinter to re

Offside in the Bay: To the Pitch and Beyond -  Ted Ramey, Voice of the Quakes

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AI promises to make work easier, but what happens when that same technology threatens our jobs, identity and sense of purpose? Claudine Wong and Lisa Bernard sit down with Cassandra Worthy to unpack 'AI grief'—the emotional response to changes artificial intelligence is bringing to work and everyday life.
Drawing on her corporate experience and Change Enthusiasm framework, Cassandra explores why fear and frustration deserve attention, how leaders can support employees through uncertainty, and how curiosity, resilience and human connection can help us navigate what comes next.
About the Guest
Cassandra Worthy is a bestselling author, internationally recognized speaker, chemical engineer by training and founder of Change Enthusiasm Global. After 15 years in corporate roles, predominantly at Procter & Gamble, and experiencing two major acquisitions, she developed a three-step approach to navigating change: signal, opportunity and choice.
Key Topics
·         What AI grief means beyond the fear of losing a job
·         The three steps of Change Enthusiasm: signal, opportunity and choice
·         Why acknowledging fear is different from forcing positivity
·         What managers owe employees when AI may eliminate positions
·         Learning AI while feeling threatened by it
·         Generational differences and the importance of human connection
·         Practical ways to turn anxiety into curiosity and action
Episode Timestamps
00:00 — Welcome: AI anxiety and the changing workplace
01:12 — Defining AI grief
02:56 — Cassandra’s background and Change Enthusiasm
04:31 — Why constant change can be exhausting
05:07 — Signal, opportunity and choice
06:41 — Why AI feels different from previous disruptions
08:30 — Managing collective anxiety
10:13 — Why grief and fear deserve attention
13:02 — Focus on what you can control
14:25 — How long should grief last?
17:37 — Managers and emotional honesty
20:06 — Learning AI while fearing replacement
21:01 — Transparency about potential layoffs
24:21 — Finding support and taking action
25:20 — Community and human connection
28:53 — Generations and adapting to change
32:16 — Could AI make us more human?
34:33 — Entrepreneurship and new opportunities
35:05 — Cassandra’s own difficult days
37:03 — Concrete ways to begin
39:15 — Why difficult emotions help us grow
40:17 — Compassion and closing thoughts
Key Takeaways
·         AI grief can involve the loss of familiar routines, colleagues, roles and a sense of security.
·         Cassandra encourages people to treat emotions as signals, then look for opportunities and make choices.
·         Leaders can

Making Sense Of AI 2gether - AI Grief Is Real: Job Anxiety, Change & the Future of Work

Former MLS player and San Jose Earthquakes standout Kelly Gray joins Claudine Wong and Alex Lobban for a candid conversation about his journey from Bay Area youth soccer to the professional ranks — and why he believes American youth soccer has lost some of its joy.
After playing at the University of Portland under legendary coach Clive Charles and representing the United States at the 2001 FIFA U-20 World Cup, Gray faced a defining choice: pursue opportunities in Europe or sign with Major League Soccer. He chose MLS, beginning an eight-season career that included Chicago Fire, San Jose Earthquakes and Houston Dynamo.
Now the founder of Cinch Sports, Gray discusses expensive club programs, excessive training, parental pressure, burnout and why giving kids more freedom to play could change the game. The conversation also explores coaching, team chemistry and the future identity of American soccer.
 
Guest:
Kelly Gray is a former Major League Soccer player, youth soccer coach, commentator and founder of Cinch Sports, a youth sports management company. A Bay Area native, he represented the U.S. at the U-20 World Cup and won the Supporters’ Shield with San Jose in 2005 and MLS Cup with Houston in 2006.

Episode Highlights:
[00:01:39] Growing Up with the Game — Playing multiple sports, pickup soccer and developing a love of competition.
[00:03:42] The Importance of Perseverance — Overcoming a difficult stretch in youth soccer and rediscovering confidence.
[00:06:45] The Coach Who Changed Everything — How Clive Charles shaped Gray as a player and person.
[00:13:34] The Road to the U-20 World Cup — From college soccer to the U.S. national youth team.
[00:15:39] Why Gray Chose MLS Over Europe — Weighing overseas opportunities against a professional pathway at home.
[00:20:52] MLS Success, Burnout and Walking Away — Championship seasons and the personal choices behind retirement.
[00:26:20] Life After Professional Soccer — Finding a new purpose through coaching and youth sports.
[00:31:19] Has Youth Soccer Lost Its Way? — Why the sport has become too expensive and overstructured.
[00:33:59] Why Kids Need More Free Play — Pickup games, creativity and independent decision-making.
[00:39:16] The Reality of Pay-to-Play — Educating parents and changing club incentives.
[00:44:40] The Cost of Competitive Soccer — Travel, fees and the missing middle between recreational and elite soccer.
[00:47:49] Talent vs. Team Chemistry — Why the best players do not automatically make the best team.
[00:52:21] Finding an American Soccer Identity — How U.S. Soccer can develop its own approach.
[00:56:17] The Future of MLS — Gray’s vision for the league’s continued growth.

Why This Conversation Matters:
Youth soccer has evolved from an affordable way to play and build friendships into an inc

Offside in the Bay: Kelly Gray on MLS, Pay-to-Play Soccer and Why Kids Need More Fun

Dave Clark hosts a fun conversation with a range of topics. Featured on the panel are pro boxers Steve Johnson, Jahoska Chamorro, and baker John Luckey. 

The panel features: 
- Celebrity/YouTuber Boxing Matches
-     Family Coach/Working With Family
-     Specializing in one sport/skill
-     Participation trophies in youth activities
- Cross-Combat Fighters (MMA, Kickboxers)
- Same breakfast, every morning
- Breakfast foods for dinner
- Watching workout videos/selfies on social media
- Driverless Cars
- Asking ChatGPT for advice


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Like It Or Not: Celebrity/YouTuber Boxing Matches, Driverless Cars, and Asking ChatGPT for Advice

James Torrez hosts an engaging conversation with a range of topics. Featured on the panel are comedians Jay Rich and Carinne Salnave.

The panel features: 
- Splurging on Food
-     Fast Food Deals
-     Food Delivery
-     Blocked Voicemails
- Venmo to break no contact
- Unadding on social media
- Second Chances
- Divorce Parties
- Renewing Vows
- Sports Betting
- Casinos
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Like It Or Not: Splurging on Food, Second Chances, and Divorce Parties

Bryan Gallo hosts a fun conversation with a range of topics. Featured on the panel is content creator C. Lee, artist Project Poppa, and podcaster Lord Rab. 

The panel features: 
- Following back
-     Taking meal off the check
-     Tip Included
-     Favorite Rap Song
- Best artist out now
- Splitting the checkLearn more about your ad choices. Visit <a href="https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices">podcastchoices.com/adchoices</a>

Like It Or Not: Following Back, Tip Included, and Splitting The Check

Andre Senior hosts a conversation that's all about music and social etiquette. Featured on the panel are DJ Tasi of 99.7, DJ Shellheart of the Golden State Valkyries, and owner of Studio X in Oakland, Karina Flonnoy. 

The panel features: 
- Verzuz Battles
-     Comparing Bay Area Music to other regions
-     AI Generated Music/Beats
-     Judging an album after first listen
- Vinyl records over streaming
- Taking song requests from the audience
- People who take karaoke too serious
- Exercising without music
- Dating someone with no social media
- Paying to use a dating app
- Using AI to write your dating app bio
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Like It Or Not: Verzuz Battles, AI Generated Music/Beats, and Vinyl vs Streaming

Bryan Gallo hosts a conversation that's all about comedy. Featured on the panel are comedians Corde Snell, Nina G, and Inac Karacaylak.

The panel features: 
- Drunk audience
-     Crowd work
-     Swearing
-     Punching Down
- Dating comediansLearn more about your ad choices. Visit <a href="https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices">podcastchoices.com/adchoices</a>

Like It Or Not: Drunk Audience, Punching Down, and Crowd Work

Pam Cook hosts a conversation that's all about party and friendship etiquette. Featured on the panel is Nursing student Natalie Haro, radio personality Morris Knight, and caterer Krieg Fayed.


The panel features: 
- Arriving First At A Party
-     Leaving a party without saying goodbye
-     Being in charge of the party music
-     Randomly bringing a plus one
- Public marriage proposals
- Venmo requesting a friend for a $5 purchase
- Canceling traditional homework
- Replacing textbooks with audiobooks/podcasts
- Sharing fitness achievements on social mediaLearn more about your ad choices. Visit <a href="https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices">podcastchoices.com/adchoices</a>

Like It Or Not: Arriving First At A Party, Public Marriage Proposals, and Uninvited Plus One

Sal Castaneda hosts a fun conversation for this episode. Featured on the panel are comedians Emily Van Dyke, Paul Conyers, and Xander Beltran. 

The panel features: 
- All Inclusive Vacations
-     Off season traveling
-     Hecklers
-     Comedy Roasts
- Canceling Comedians
- Texting first
- Avoiding messy food
- Updating friends on a date
- Catering vs Home cooking
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Like It Or Not: All Inclusive Vacations, Off-Season Traveling, and Texting First

Bryan Gallo hosts a fun conversation with four local musicians. Featured on the panel is rapper Solus The Happy Human, R&B singer Sabrina Shauna, Singer Sunday, and Singer/Author Cash Campain.


The panel features: 
- Clean Versions Of Songs
-     AI Music
-     Shooting your shot in a song
-     Breaking up through songLearn more about your ad choices. Visit <a href="https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices">podcastchoices.com/adchoices</a>

Like It Or Not: Clean Versions Of Songs,  AI Music, and Breaking Up Through A Song

Andre Senior hosts a fun conversation with three Bay Area creatives. Featured on the panel are musical artist Adrian Marcel, creative designer Antone Rushing, and executive director Damien "Uncle" Posey.



The panel features: 
- Retail Therapy
-     Wearing what's on trend
-     Outfit repeating at public events
-     Specializing in only one skill
-     Comparing Bay Area music to other regions
-     Using "Street Cred" in Hip-Hop today
- Separating the artist from controversy
- Politically Conscious Artists/Celebrities
- Holograms of late music artistsLearn more about your ad choices. Visit <a href="https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices">podcastchoices.com/adchoices</a>

Like It Or Not: Retail Therapy, Wearing What's On Trend, and Politically Conscious Artists/Celebrities

James Torrez hosts an enlightening conversation with three Bay Area musicians. Featured on the panel are magician/photographer Ramon Piquero, comedy promoter Rudy Tabasa, and expert traveling healer, Crystal Lopez. 


The panel features: 
- Pumpkin Spice Lattes
-     Change Home Decor
-     Halloween costume shopping
-     Gambling Apps
-     Reality TV Shows
-     AI Music
- Splitting bill on first date
- Dating friends' exes
- Moving in first
- Advice from strangersLearn more about your ad choices. Visit <a href="https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices">podcastchoices.com/adchoices</a>

Like It Or Not: Pumpkin Spice Lattes, Halloween Costume Shopping, and Reality TV

Bryan Gallo hosts an enlightening conversation with two Bay Area musicians. Featured on the panel is rapper P-Lo and Producer DJ Cilla. 


The panel features: 
- Musicians & Politics
-     Older rappers
-     Rebranding
-     Country Rap
-     Potty Mouth Rappers
-     Drake Sampling
- LGBTQ MusiciansLearn more about your ad choices. Visit <a href="https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices">podcastchoices.com/adchoices</a>

Like It Or Not: Musicians & Politics, Rebranding, and LGBTQ Musicians

Start your day with KTVU's Dave Clark and Pam Cook as the Bay Area’s top news team bring you the latest this morning.Learn more about your ad choices. Visit <a href="https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices">podcastchoices.com/adchoices</a>

Mornings on 2 at 6am: September 22, 2026

KTVU's Andre Senior, Pam Cook, Sal Castaneda, and Devin Trubey bring you mid-morning updates on the biggest news of the day . From breaking local developments to the day's top stories and weather, the Bay Area's top rated team has you covered.

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Mornings on 2 "The Nine" - September 21, 2026

Start your day with KTVU's Dave Clark and Pam Cook as the Bay Area’s top news team bring you the latest this morning.
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Mornings on 2 at 6 AM: September 21, 2026

Sal Castaneda hosts a cool conversation for this episode. Featured on the panel is radio personality Christie James, puzzle maker Gamel James, and massage therapist Nora Fruge. 

The panel features: 
- Robotic massage chairs in malls
-     Massage guns
-     Falling asleep while getting massaged
-     Falling asleep on the couch
- Keeping a strict bed time
- Hitting snooze more than once
- Background noise for sleep
- Sleeping while traveling
- Traveling alone
- Public transportation
- Road trips
- Audiobooks
- Reading on a device
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Like It Or Not: Robotic Massage Chairs in Malls, Traveling Alone, and Audiobooks

Mornings on 2 at 6am: September 18, 2026

Devin Trubey hosts an enlightening conversation with three Bay Area musicians. Featured on the panel are rappers Niddie, Prezi, and singer SingLikePhilly.


The panel features: 
- Hiring People To Stand In Line
-     Overselling event tickets
-     Paying for VIP tickets
-     Remaining unsigned and staying independent
-     Turning down collabs
-     Pretending to not be famous
- Paying homage to OG Artists
- Forging new path
- Older R&B songs
- Name dropping in songsLearn more about your ad choices. Visit <a href="https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices">podcastchoices.com/adchoices</a>

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