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Urban Pitch Podcast - The Beautiful Game of Life
Highlighting urban culture, fashion, music, and art through the prism of The Beautiful Game. (View on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/c/UrbanPitch)
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- Urban Pitch Podcast - The Beautiful Game of Life
145: A 2024 MLS Season Preview With Eli Lesser
MLS is back! After a hectic offseason, we're finally getting into the action this week, and we couldn't be more excited. To take a look at what lies ahead for…
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144. Blue Cards, the World Cup Schedule, and a Wild 2024 Summer of Soccer
It was another wild week in the world of football, and two-thirds of the Urban Pitch Podcast broke it down on the latest episode! With Brigitte out, Ramsey and…
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143. Dumb American Soccer Fans
On the latest episode of the Urban Pitch Podcast, the crew sits down to discuss some of the latest headlines in the soccer-verse, including USWNT captain…
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142. Streamer Kacee Anderson aka Chi_Kacee
To many video game aficionados, Kacee Anderson lives the dream. She's made a career out of playing video games, most notably the FIFA/FC series, and has had…
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141. The World Cup Final in Dallas, NWSL's Youth Movement, and Drake: Pop Artist?
The Urban Pitch Podcast crew is back with a fresh new episode, discussing Dallas' viability as a World Cup final venue, the NWSL draft and new young players…
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140. Offseason Blues
It might be the offseason for both the NWSL and MLS, but that doesn't mean there isn't still plenty to talk about when it comes to either league. As the winter…
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139. New Year, New Drama: MLS vs. USSF, Lloris to LA, and Gotham FC's Super Team
In the first Urban Pitch Podcast episode of the new year, the crew gets into the latest happenings across the soccer-verse, including LAFC's newest big signing…
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138. Angel City FC Center Back Sarah Gorden
She's back! After becoming a free agent in the offseason, NWSL star Sarah Gorden recently announced she'd be re-signing with Angel City FC. The veteran center…
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137. San Jose Earthquakes Striker Jeremy Ebobisse
Wherever Jeremy Ebobisse has gone in his career, he's made sure to make an impact in the community. It's a testament to the 26-year-old's character that he's…
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136. St. Louis City SC's Akil Watts
Calm and chill. From our interview with St. Louis City SC right back Akil Watts, those are the two best words to describe him. But don't get it twisted — he's…
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135. The Cooligans
The gulliest podcast duo in the game, Alexis Guerreros and Christian Polanco, aka the Cooligans, have been putting out some of the funniest soccer analysis and…
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134. Where Does the USMNT Rank Among CONMEBOL Opponents?
It's another solo episode of the Urban Pitch Podcast, and the crew discusses the latest USMNT escapades: An unconvincing aggregate victory against Trinidad and…
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133. 'Next Goal Wins' and our Favorite Soccer Movies
While there have certainly been a litany of sports movies over the years, an alarmingly few of them have been focused on soccer. With some exceptions…
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132. No World Cup in LA?
After hosting the past three World Cup finals in the United States, Los Angeles could miss out on the tournament entirely when it returns in 2026. The UP…
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131. She Knows Arsenal's Jessica Black
Like many of us, Jessica Black wasn't quite sure what was in her future during the early stages of the pandemic. A creative mind by nature and a die-hard…
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130. LAFC Forward Nathan Ordaz
Before LAFC had a first team, Nathan Ordaz was a part of the club. Rising through the youth ranks all the way up to the first team, Ordaz has shown plenty of…
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129. The Music Episode with Feefa
It's a music-centric episode of the Urban Pitch Podcast, and friend of the show and multi-talented music artist Feefa drops by to share some knowledge about…
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128. EA Sports FC 24 & the Ratings of UP Podcast Guests
As we can expect around this time of year, the newest soccer video game has hit the shelves — but this year things are a little different. As their rights…
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127. Campeones Cup, the U.S. Open Cup Final, & Brigitte's New Job at LAFC
Between the Campeones Cup between LAFC and Tigres and U.S. Open Cup Final between Miami and Houston, It was a busy week in North American soccer. Throw in the…
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126. Death at the Derby
Perhaps two of the world's most recognized cultures, it's only natural that hip-hop and soccer eventually would collide. For the Death at the Derby team of…
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125. Messi in LA, El Trafico, & the Push to the MLS Cup Playoffs
It's another Ramsey-less episode, and it looks like Julio and Brigitte are getting used to it. The co-executive directors of vibes get into the latest…
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124. Apple TV/MLS Broadcaster Moises Linares
Whether he was getting into fights as a kid or fighting to break into the sports broadcasting industry, Moises Linares' perseverance has carried him to great…
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123. The Give N Go Podcast Linkup
It's only top level guests on the Urban Pitch Podcast, which is why we were stoked to host The Give N Go Podcast's co-hosts Reynoso and Soltero in our latest…
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122. Neymar's Big Move
It's been a busy week in the world of football, and the Urban Pitch Podcast crew is back with another episode to discuss it all. This week, Ramsey, Julio, and…
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121. Colorado Rapids/USMNT Winger Jon Lewis
Colorado Rapids winger Jon Lewis is easily one of the drippiest ballers in MLS. He also has a lot to say — be it about how MLS stacks up against other leagues…
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120. The Vibes at the Women's World Cup ft. Lizzy Calderon
With the 2023 Women's World Cup in full swing, the Urban Pitch Podcast crew linked up with pro freestyler and soccer influencer Lizzy Calderon to discuss all…
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119. The 5ASIDE Podcast
It's a link up a long time in the making. Our East Coast counterparts at 5ASIDE have been holding it down as one of the waviest podcasts in the game, and they…
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118: The World Cup Starts, MLS vs. Saudi Pro, Pro/Rel to USL
In the latest episode of the Urban Pitch Podcast, the crew shows off the incredible third kit from Forward Madison FC, while also getting into the start of the…
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Ep. 117: This Week in MLS's Eli Lesser
Eli Lesser is a busy guy. As one of the more prominent content creators in MLS, he has consistently been covering the league and all of its drama since 2015…
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116: A 4th of July Special — The Best USMNT/USWNT Kits and Moments
On America's birthday, 2/3 of the Urban Pitch Podcast crew sit down to discuss their favorite USMNT/USWNT kits and moments, while also diving into the recent…
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115: Berhalter Back...Plus: Why a USWNT Three-Peat Won't Be a Cake Walk
After months of deliberation, Gregg Berhalter has officially been brought back into the fold as the United States men's national team head coach. Of course it…
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114: The Ted Lasso Episode. Plus: Panic Time for LAFC?
It's been a few weeks since the final episode of "Ted Lasso" aired, which has given us some time to digest the end of a surprising three-season run. What…
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113. Messi-mania in MLS! Plus: USMNT Alums Geoff Cameron and Brek Shea
You might've heard already, but the world'd biggest name in soccer is heading to MLS. The crew had to get together to discuss the impact that Lionel Messi will…
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112. Klein Out, the USMNT Manager Situation, and a UEFA Champions League Final Preview
The Urban Pitch Podcast crew is back to talk all things happening in the soccer-verse! Ramsey, Julio, and Brigitte get into Chris Klein and the LA Galaxy…
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111. Ratcheton
With a diverse sound that comes from his eclectic taste in music, it's hard to pigeonhole Ratcheton into one genre. From metal to cumbia to trap, the LA-based…
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110. Portland Thorns Defender Tegan McGrady
Tegan McGrady is a serial winner. Even before winning consecutive NWSL championships in 2021 and 2022, she was a national champion with Stanford in 2017. And…
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109. LA Soccer Hub's Gio Garcia
Soccer has long thrived in Los Angeles. Whether it's pickup games, rec leagues, or the various pro teams, there's never a shortage of footy in La La Land…
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108: Messi's Next Step, LA Galaxy Supporters' Slight Return, and the Young Player Takeover of the NWSL
In the latest episode of the Urban Pitch Podcast, the crew discusses the latest happenings in the soccer culture-verse, including the LA sports takeover, where…
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107. Minnesota United/CanMNT Goalkeeper Dayne St. Clair
Coming off of a year where he won the MLS All-Star Game MVP and traveled to Qatar with the Canadian national team for a World Cup, the expectations surrounding…
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106. Gotham FC Chief of Staff Darian Jenkins
After retiring from pro soccer at just 28, Darian Jenkins knew she had a future on the business side of sports, but she didn't think she'd land a job so…
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105. An El Trafico Overview, USMNT vs. Mexico, and the State of the USWNT
With another installment of the LAFC vs. LA Galaxy behind us, the Urban Pitch Podcast crew discusses the current state of both clubs — from the Galaxy fan…
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104: The Urban Pitch Podcast Guest 5-a-Side Draft. Plus, World Cup 2023 Kits & a New NWSL Club in the Bay
In a special episode of the Urban Pitch Podcast, the crew each drafts seven former guests for their ultimate 5-a-side squad! In addition, they discuss the new…
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103. Colorado Rapids Defender Keegan Rosenberry
With a solid MLS career under his belt, Keegan Rosenberry has built a reputation for himself as one of the top defenders in the league. Since being traded from…
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102. Is There Too Much Soccer in America? Plus: MLS/NWSL Updates and 'Ted Lasso' Season 3
In another solo episode, Ramsey, Julio, and Brigitte catch up on the latest soccer headlines, including the start of the MLS and NWSL seasons, the new MLS…
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101. LA Galaxy Midfielder Memo Rodriguez
With a new club and new family, it's been a wild past few years for Memo Rodriguez. After spending over a decade in the Houston Dynamo organization — from the…
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The 100th Episode Special!
You know we had to do it big for episode 100! We brought on some of the Urban Pitch fam that has been with us since day one to celebrate the momentous occasion…
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99. Kellyn Acosta
From winning an MLS Cup Championship to playing in a World Cup, 2022 was a landmark year for Kellyn Acosta. But the midfielder has his eyes set on more in…
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98. MLS Kit Szn
A new MLS season is upon us, which means new kits! The Urban Pitch Podcast sits down to unbox a special gift from the Colorado Rapids (00:01:43), then they…
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97. Jesse Marsch's Short Leash and a Potential New MLS Playoff Format?
Covering everything from a potential new 18-team MLS format to kit leaks and the next USMNT manager, the Urban Pitch Podcast crew is back with all the vibes…
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96. The MLS Storytelling Problem and New-Look USMNT
After a one-week hiatus, the Urban Pitch Podcast crew is back to give you the hottest takes on all things football culture. Today's episode covers the USMNT…
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95. Empty Galaxy Stadiums and the Diss Track Heard 'Round the World
The soccer world knows no shortage of drama. The latest episode of the Urban Pitch Podcast covers only but a few of the burning topics that have been coursing…
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94. USMNT Host Devin Kirtz
An artist, host, and entrepreneur, Devin Kirtz is a man of many talents — so much so that even his own wife has trouble explaining his multi-faceted career. At…
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93. USMNT Drama and a Look Ahead at the 2023 World Cup
New year, new drama. As if we hadn't been talking about the United States men's national team enough, it found itself back in headlines once again last week…
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92. 2022: A Year in Review
We made it to the end of the year! In a special episode of the Urban Pitch Podcast, the Urban Pitch Podcast crew recounts some of their favorite memories from…
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91. Jamaica NT & Vancouver Whitecaps Defender Javain Brown
A regular face in the Jamaican national team back line, Javain Brown has emerged as a promising young player since fully turning pro in 2021. Now heading into…
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90. FTCUTD's TK Edmondson and Devin Pugh
When it comes to the beautiful game "culture" has a few different meanings. If you're talking about things on the pitch, the definition is pretty…
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89. Toluca Forward Destinney Duron
Plying her trade with Toluca, Destinney Duron has made a name for herself as one of the top goal scorers in Liga MX Femenil. A longtime friend of the podcast…
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88. LA Galaxy Legends Sean Franklin and AJ DeLaGarza
In the early 2010s, the LA Galaxy were far and away the premier franchise in MLS. Three MLS Cup titles in four years is a run of success that hasn't been…
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87. A World Cup Preview Extravaganza
It might feel a little weird, but the World Cup is finally here. In what may very well be the most contentious one of all time, the Urban Pitch Podcast crew…
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86. Angel City FC Defender Madison Hammond
Although Angel City FC narrowly missed out on the playoffs, there's no way you could objectively say that the club's debut season wasn't a success. From…