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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)
Episodes
- Urban Pitch Podcast - The Beautiful Game of Life
85. ESPN Staff Writer Ryan O'Hanlon
Why is it so hard to quantify soccer? Advanced stat gurus have been able to do so with other sports, but still have issues in analyzing the beautiful game from…
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84. Amor Prohibido Founder Bryan Escareño
When you read "Amor Prohibido" (forbidden love), your first thoughts may go to the iconic first track of Selena's "Dreaming of You" album. But for Bryan…
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83. Was that the Best El Trafico Match Yet?
In front of a deafening sold out crowd, LAFC willed their way to a 3-2 win over arch rival LA Galaxy in their second round matchup of the MLS Cup Playoffs. The…
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Xolos Midfielder Johana Rosas
Johana Rosas played and trained with a broken wrist that required surgery for over a month. That's pretty much all you need to know about the way she plays the…
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81. Las Vegas Lights Goalkeeper Abraham Romero
Having played in two youth World Cups and one senior Club World Cup, Abraham Romero has seen the glamor that professional soccer has to offer. But he's no…
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80. The USMNT Panic, Best and Worst World Cup Kits, and Lil Baby's World Cup Anthem
The 2022 World Cup is upon us, so of course that means that USMNT fans are in a downward spiraling frenzy about the status of their team. After a lackluster…
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MLS Alum and Actor Bryan Jordan
Whether it's lifting a pair of MLS Cup trophies or playing alongside and against the likes of David Beckham, Landon Donovan, and Cristiano Ronaldo, Bryan…
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San Diego Wave/CanWNT Goalkeeper Kailen Sheridan
Even before she was making incredible penalty saves in heated rivalry matches, we knew that San Diego Wave's Kailen Sheridan was a baller. One of the top…
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Nashville SC Defender Ahmed Longmire
It's another rookie on the show! For the third straight week, we have a first-year player looking to make their mark on their respective league. After Chicago…
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Portland Timbers Defender Justin Rasmussen is a Certified City Boy
City booooooys! The ubiquitous rally cry has connected a network of like-minded individuals, most of whom have the latest Drake and Jack Harlow albums at the…
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Chicago Red Stars Rookie Sam Fisher
An athlete's rookie season is an eye-opening experience. In many cases, they go from being the best player on their amateur team to a new face fighting for a…
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The Angel City FC Effect, USMNT Kits, and Tailgate Rankings
It's hot in LA! From the actual weather to recent fights at the LAFC game, the temperature has been rising across the Southland as the summer draws to an end…
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Pushing the Culture Forward With Club Eleven
As soccer and the culture that surrounds it continues to grow in the United States, we've seen more collectives and media outlets that cover the game emerge…
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San Diego Wave Forward Katie Johnson
Despite being in their first year in existence, the San Diego Wave find themselves currently tied for the NWSL lead in points. Playing a role in that success…
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Oakland Roots Co-Founder Edreece Arghandiwal
Since their formation in 2018, the Oakland Roots have been one of the most compelling American soccer clubs in existence. From their dope merch and jerseys to…
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Rapper and Activist Stix
Music artist. Community activist. Builder of schools. Stix is out here making a difference. In the four years since we last had him on the Urban Pitch Podcast…
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SoHo House Shenanigans
They're not letting us back in at the SoHo House. The washed-up crew is back again to talk about Julio getting left out on the golf course (00:33), the Angel…
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Music Artist Feefa on El Trafico, Working with LAFC, and Learning How to Hustle
The grind never stops for Feefa. The LA-based music artist is constantly working on his craft, whether in the studio, on stage, or with his fellow LA-Tinos…
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Rivalry Week: A Look Into the El Trafico and Chanclasico Derbies ft. the Above the Clouds Podcast
It's rivalry week! Between LA Galaxy vs. LAFC and Angel City FC vs. San Diego Wave FC, tensions will be running high in Los Angeles this weekend. Jeremy Rist…
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Friends of the Show: Caitlyn Schrepfer and Lizzy Calderon
Call them what you want: pro freestylers, social media mavens, influencers. You can't put Caitlyn Schrepfer or Lizzy Calderon in a box. They've been our Urban…
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LAFC Forward Danny Musovski
"MOOOOOOOSE!" It's a chant you'll routinely hear at LAFC's Banc of California Stadium any time forward Danny Musovski starts/enters a game, scores a goal, or…
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Houston Dynamo Defender Daniel Steres
Daniel Steres has carved out a nice career for himself. After starting out in the USL, he's made his way up the ranks and has become an MLS veteran. Now with…
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Rapper AmirSaysNothing on the Indie Grind, Tour Life, and Getting a Project Pat Feature
In 2014, AmirSaysNothing took a full plunge into the world of music, and he hasn't looked back. In the eight years since his fateful decision, he's released a…
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Vela's Legacy, Mbappe's Contract, & Kendrick's 'Mr. Morale and the Big Steppers'
We may not have a special guest for this episode, but that doesn't make it any less special. In episode 62, we discuss Julio becoming a meme amongst LA Galaxy…
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Ex-Pro & Media Personality Jen Munoz
Whether it's scoring goals for Club America or competing in the 'Exatlon' reality TV series, Jen Munoz is up for a challenge. Recently retired from pro soccer…
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Friends of the Show: Jessica Flores and Jenny Ortega
With friends like ours, it's no wonder we continue to bring them onto the pod. In our latest "Friends of the Show" episode, Ramsey and Julio sit down with…
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Angel City FC Striker Tyler Lussi
From her non-stop motor to her trademark look on the pitch, Tyler Lussi figures to play an integral role with Angel City FC in 2022. The striker joins the…
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Rapper Cousin Feo Returns
We were on the Cousin Feo wave early. Since 2019, we've been rocking with the LA MC's raspy bars over booming beats, whether it be through his solo projects or…
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Olympic Medalist and FIFA Agent Lauren Sesselmann
She may be jealous of players like Trinity Rodman getting million-dollar contracts, but Lauren Sesselmann has certainly played a role in making that happen…
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New England Revolution Defender DeJuan Jones
The washed-up crew is back with another MLS guest! This time, it's one of the brightest young talents in the league, New England Revolution left back DeJuan…
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Minnesota United Defender DJ Taylor
DJ Taylor wants you to know that his skills extend beyond the pitch. The 24-year-old Minnesota United defender has shown promise since joining the club last…
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Friends of the Show: Brigitte Flores and Gilbert Bita
The LA soccer community is full of passionate individuals who not only love the game, but also the culture that surrounds it. Two of those individuals…
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DARBY Magazine's Tagwa Moyo and Gisoo Kim
The pod has gone international! Canada-based DARBY Magazine's Tagwa Moyo and Gisoo Kim join us to discuss North American soccer culture and the differences…
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Angel City FC Goalkeeper DiDi Haracic
Our very first guest in our new podcast format is a legend in 2 games! A pro footballer and photographer, Angel City FC goalkeeper DiDi Haracic joins us to…
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We're Back!
After a year-plus hiatus, we’re proud to bring back the Urban Pitch podcast in an all-new format! Now part of the BLEAV podcast network, our first episode…
Urban Pitch Podcast - The Beautiful Game of LifeEp. 50: FOKOHAELA's Jason Lee Discusses His Absurdly Huge Arsenal Collection
You may know him as the creative mind behind FOKOHAELA, but Jason Lee also has an amazing collection of Arsenal memorabilia. From jerseys to knickknacks, we…
Urban Pitch Podcast - The Beautiful Game of LifeEp. 49: Cousin Feo and Lord Juco Discuss 'Ballon d'Or,' Their New Death at the Derby Project
Hot off the heels of last year's stellar "Death at the Derby" series, rappers Cousin Feo and Lord Juco just dropped "Ballon d'Or," an 11-track album dedicated…
Urban Pitch Podcast - The Beautiful Game of LifeEp. 48: Soccer Legend Cobi Jones On Overcoming Hardships Throughout His Storied Career
One of the greatest American soccer players of all time, Cobi Jones' road to becoming a legend in the game wasn't a walk in the park. Whether it was being cut…
Urban Pitch Podcast - The Beautiful Game of LifeEp. 47: Comedian Alexis Guerreros On The Growth Of The Cooligans, Haters, & That LAFC Bathroom Story
Outspoken and unapologetic, Alexis Guerreros is the louder half of The Cooligans, a comedic soccer podcast and TV show on the fubo Sports Network. We sit down…
Urban Pitch Podcast - The Beautiful Game of LifeEp. 46: River Plate's Jordan O'Brien On Her Well-Traveled Career & Argentina's Unreal Soccer Culture
A native of Southern California, Jordan O'Brien's pro soccer career has taken her to countless countries across the globe. From the NWSL to the Champions…
Urban Pitch Podcast - The Beautiful Game of LifeEp. 45: Ex-La Galaxy Player Bryan Jordan On The Beckham Era, Move To Acting & LA Soccer Landscape
A member of the dominant LA Galaxy team that won two MLS Cups at the beginning of the decade, Bryan Jordan stops by to discuss what it was like playing with…
Urban Pitch Podcast - The Beautiful Game of LifeEp. 44: Meet Cousin Feo & Lord Juco, the Football-Crazed MCs Behind the Death at the Derby Series
Armed with booming beats and some of the best football references you'll find in all of hip-hop, Cousin Feo and Lord Juco have linked up to bless us with the…
Urban Pitch Podcast - The Beautiful Game of LifeEp. 43: Chilean NT Goalie Ryann Torrero On The 2019 World Cup & Balancing Modeling and Pro Soccer
Ahead of the 2019 Women's World Cup in France, Chilean national team goalkeeper Ryann Torrero joins us to discuss what she's looking forward to most about this…
Urban Pitch Podcast - The Beautiful Game of LifeEp. 42: Mexican U17 National Team Player Vanessa Buso On Her World Cup Experience & High School Life
17-year-old forward Vanessa Buso has quickly become one of the game's most exciting prospects. Playing with both the U.S. and Mexican youth national teams, we…
Urban Pitch Podcast - The Beautiful Game of LifeEp. 41: Ian Edwards on Parallels Between Soccer & Comedy & Breaking Into the Circle of Elite Comics
A veteran in the comedy scene, Ian Edwards has traveled the country perfoming stand up as well as writing and producing shows on networks such as Netflix, HBO…
Urban Pitch Podcast - The Beautiful Game of LifeEp. 40: MLS Superstar Kei Kamara's Secret To Sustained Success Through His Well-Traveled Career
Going into his 13th year as a pro, Kei Kamara is one of the most successful strikers to ever play in MLS. One of just 10 players to have 100 career MLS goals…
Urban Pitch Podcast - The Beautiful Game of LifeEp. 39: Feefa Discusses His Growth As A Rising Latin Trap Artist And Upcoming Spot At SXSW 2019
LA hip-hop artist Feefa rejoins the podcast, discussing his growth as an artist over the past year, his upcoming performances and projects, and why 2019 is all…
Urban Pitch Podcast - The Beautiful Game of LifeEp. 38: Christina Burkenroad's Journey From High School Homelessness To Professional Soccer
From living in hotels and crashing at friends' houses in high school to playing in the Champions League, Sparta Prague forward Christina Burkenroad's journey…
Urban Pitch Podcast - The Beautiful Game of LifeEp. 37: How Artist Geoff Gouveia's Out-of-the-Box Hustle Put Him On The Track To Success
Artist Geoff Gouveia has harnessed his creativity not only to create a distinctive art style, but also to forge a unique approach to business, establishing…
Urban Pitch Podcast - The Beautiful Game of LifeEp. 36: Watts Rapper Stix On Creating LAFC's Official Anthem And Positive Change Through Think Watts
Born and raised in Watts, California, Stix is a veteran in the music industry, working with and developing artists like Iggy Azalea and DJ White Shadow. He…
Urban Pitch Podcast - The Beautiful Game of LifeEp. 35: LA Galaxy II Midfielder Geoffrey Acheampong On His Journey Through France, Mexico & The US
Geoffrey Acheampong is a 21-year-old Ghanian pro footballer with the LA Galaxy II. He discusses his unique pro career path through three different different…
Urban Pitch Podcast - The Beautiful Game of LifeEp. 34: Strength, conditioning coach Julia Glanz on using love of soccer & fitness to empower others
Julia Glanz is a strength and conditioning coach and former D1 soccer player. She discusses her rough start while playing at University of Arizona…
Urban Pitch Podcast - The Beautiful Game of LifeEp. 33: LA Galaxy defender Daniel Steres on sticking in MLS & the huge impact of Zlatan Ibrahimovic
Daniel Steres is a defender for the LA Galaxy. He discusses getting drafted by Chivas USA, being waived and his journey before returning back to MLS, and…
Urban Pitch Podcast - The Beautiful Game of LifeEp. 32: DJ and producer DEMUR on world travel adventures and the current state of electronic music
DEMUR is a DJ and producer currently based in Los Angeles. He discusses how he got started as a DJ in Miami, the current state of electronic music, various…
Urban Pitch Podcast - The Beautiful Game of LifeEp. 31: LAFC defender Tristan Blackmon on being 3rd MLS draft pick & high expectations with LAFC
Tristan Blackmon is a professional soccer player who was picked third in the 2018 MLS SuperDraft by LAFC. He discusses the high expectations of being a high…
Urban Pitch Podcast - The Beautiful Game of LifeEp. 30: Pro Freestylers Tobias Becs & PWG on friendship, competition & starting their own companies
Tobias Becs and PWG are top freestylers who have been friends for over a decade. Having competed at a world-class level for many years, they discuss the…
Urban Pitch Podcast - The Beautiful Game of LifeEp. 29: Hip hop artist Feefa on growing up in South Central LA & generating buzz with his Latin trap
Feefa is a bilingual hip hop artist whose trademark sound can be described as Latin trap. Born and raised in South Central Los Angeles, Feefa grew up playing…
Urban Pitch Podcast - The Beautiful Game of LifeEp. 28: Pro Freestyler Laura Biondo gives the scoop on traveling & performing with Cirque du Soleil
Laura Biondo is a pro freestyler and 5x Guinness world record holder who has been living, traveling and performing with Cirque du Soleil for the past two…
Urban Pitch Podcast - The Beautiful Game of LifeEp. 27: Pro Footballer Travis Bowen on living in Macedonia, playing & growing up with a sibling pro
Travis Bowen is a professional soccer player who currently plays in the Macedonian First League. As a globe-trotting footballer, Bowen discusses how life is…
Urban Pitch Podcast - The Beautiful Game of LifeEp. 26: FTBLR Co-Owner Tony Magaña on passion and challenges of launching streetwear soccer brand
Tony Magaña is a former player who recently launched FTBLR, a streetwear inspired football apparel company. He shares his experiences of quitting a stable job…