Center Mid Philosopher

Thank you to our primary sponsor Augustus Roark! Shop and check out all they have to offer below! https://www.augustus-roark.com Thanks for joining the Center Mid Philosopher for part two of "101 Fiercest Darbies", a deep psychological and sociological study of various football rivalries that offers insights into the world. The episode explores the intense rivalry between Millwall and We...

Thank you to our primary sponsor Augustus Roark! Shop and check out all they have to offer below! https://www.augustus-roark.com Welcome back! Matt discusses the impact of data analysis on football, specifically in terms of evaluating young players and analyzing playing styles. Liam Tharme, a football tactics writer and podcaster for The Athletic, shares his insights and emphasizes the importance...

Thank you to our primary sponsor Augustus Roark! Shop and check out all they have to offer below! https://www.augustus-roark.com Shop CMP Merch! https://bit.ly/3HOQGul Matt, Zack, and Caleb discuss Jurgen Klopp's sudden departure from Liverpool FC and possible coaching candidates to replace him. While exhaustion is believed to be the primary reason for Klopp's exit, his unique pressing and...

Matt explores the intense and historic soccer rivalries all around the world. Amsterdam's Ajax and Rotterdam's Feyenoord in the Netherlands, FC Copenhagen in Denmark, Dortmund and Schalke in Germany, Gremio and International in Brazil, East Bengal and Mohan Bagan in India and several more! These derbies, each rooted in unique cultural, historical, and political contexts, have led to mass h...

Andrei S. Markovits is an Arthur F. Thurnau Professor and the Karl W. Deutsch Collegiate Professor of Comparative Politics and German Studies at the University of Michigan. He is the author and editor of many books, scholarly articles, conference papers, book reviews, and newspaper contributions in English and many foreign languages on topics as varied as German and Austrian politics, anti-Semitis...

In this Mashy Pea episode, The crew discusses the current state of Manchester City in the English Premier League. Recent struggles, including injuries to key players like De Bruyne and Stones and the absence of midfielder Rodri, Have took the bite out of city. The hosts also discuss the incredible quality of the English Premier League. They Discuss Aston Villa, Brentford, Everton, among many other...

Thank you to our primary sponsor Augustus Roark! Shop and check out all they have to offer below! https://www.augustus-roark.com Matt and Zack go through a series of 10 youth academies. Everything from their background, philosophy, successes, and factors that make each unique. Youth Academies are the heart and soul of world football and keep the pipeline of talent full for top clubs. Youth Academi...

Matt interviews Clyde Simms, former Richmond Kicker, DC United, and USMNT player. Clyde reflects on his journey in soccer and his time playing with and against some of the greatest soccer players of all time. Players such as Marcelo Gallardo, Cristiano Ronaldo, and Lionel Messi, and their recognition of the talent and dedication of these players. He goes over his personal struggles with a disease...

Got a great one in store! Matt talks with Dr. Pavel Brunssen. He is a Research Associate and Alfred Landecker Lecturer at the Research Center on Antigypsyism at Heidelberg University. Brunssen’s research interests include antisemitism, antigypsyism, memory cultures, European soccer, and fan cultures throughout Europe. Dr. Brunssen holds a PhD in German Studies from the University of Michigan, wher...

In this episode of Center Mid Philosopher, the Mashy Pea Mob is back at it again to discuss the recent Manchester derby game in detail, criticizing Manchester United's poor performance, and specifically Bruno Fernandez's part in the goal. The hosts argue that City's victory was not the result of their own good play but rather the poor defending of United. The video then turns to touch...

Thank you to our primary sponsor Augustus Roark! Shop and check out all they have to offer below! https://www.augustus-roark.com On this episode, Matt and Zack talk about all of the iconic numbers in the sport of soccer. All across the pitch there are numbers associated with positions and players. Why you might ask? Well we have the answers for you. A very interesting conversation taking us back i...

Thank you to our primary sponsor Augustus Roark! Shop and check out all they have to offer below! https://www.augustus-roark.com Another Center Mid Philosopher! The Mashy Pea Squad finishes up their league tour with the Bundesliga. Players to watch and story lines to follow. Live from Stuttgart, special guest and Mashy Pea member, Cooper Carter talks life in Germany and the unique 50+1 rule unique...

Thank you to our primary sponsor Augustus Roark! Shop and check out all they have to offer below! https://www.augustus-roark.com In this episode of Center Mid Philosopher, the Mashy Pea Mob is back at it again to discuss various topics related to soccer/football, including their picks for teams to buy and sell in the English Premier League, their thoughts on player performance, their predictions f...

Thank you to our primary sponsor Augustus Roark! Shop and check out all they have to offer below! https://www.augustus-roark.com In this episode of Center Mid Philosopher, Justin Mapp, US Men's National Team and MLS star, shares his stories of playing in the league, getting to play in the 2007 Copa America tournament against the likes of Messi, playing friendlies against Christiano Ronaldo &am...

Thank you to our primary sponsor Augustus Roark! Shop and check out all they have to offer below! https://www.augustus-roark.com In this episode of Center Mid Philosopher, Ray Selvadurai, the Manhattan soccer club founder discusses with Matt growing the game, the history of the club, and the ins and outs of their scouting process. They dive into Ray's favorite players, his Perfect 11, and much...

Thank you to our primary sponsor Augustus Roark! Shop and check out all they have to offer below! https://www.augustus-roark.com In this episode of Center Mid Philosopher, the Mashy Pea Mob discusses several topics related to the beginning of the English Premier League season. They delve into their excitement and curiosity regarding transfers, such as Harry Kane moving to Bayern, Alexis McAllister...

Thank you to our primary sponsor Augustus Roark! Shop and check out all they have to offer below! https://www.augustus-roark.com In this episode, Matt and CBS Sports Golazo Contributor Michael Lahoud discuss a range of topics, including the US Women's National Team, Lionel Messi's debut in Major League Soccer, the impact of money on the sport, player transfers, and their favorite jerseys....

Thank you to our primary sponsor Augustus Roark! Shop and check out all they have to offer below! https://www.augustus-roark.com Former MLS champion Jonathan Campbell discusses various topics related to soccer. Campbell reflects on Gregg Berhalter's rehire as the US men's soccer coach and emphasizes the importance of consistency in coaching for the team's success. He also shares his th...

Thank you to our primary sponsor Augustus Roark! Shop and check out all they have to offer below! https://www.augustus-roark.com In this episode of Center Mid Philosopher, Matt interviews Victor Lytvinenko, the creator of Raleigh denim, a global fashion brand. They discuss Victor's influence in the fashion world and their shared experience as soccer players. They express their frustration with...

Thank you to our primary sponsor Augustus Roark! Shop and check out all they have to offer below! https://www.augustus-roark.com In this episode of the Center Mid Philosopher, Matt and special guest Wells Thompson discuss the challenges that the American soccer system faces. They explore Wells experiences in different countries and how the local communities embraced him. This leads into discussion...

Thank you to our primary sponsor Augustus Roark! Shop and check out all they have to offer below! https://www.augustus-roark.com In this episode of the Center Mid Philosopher, Matt and special guest Alec Smir guest discuss the challenges that the American soccer system faces, such as pay-to-play and the Academy system. They explore the hiring of Matt Crocker by the U.S. Soccer Federation and the p...

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Thank you to our primary sponsor Augustus Roark! Shop and check out all they have to offer below! https://www.augustus-roark.com Houston Dynamo's Rob Lovejoy comes through the Center Mid Philosopher Podcast today to share his stories of playing in the MLS, the time he got to train with Messi and the Argentina 1st team in Houston, and all of his thoughts on the USMNT. Socials - IG - https://ins...

Thank you to our primary sponsor Augustus Roark! Shop and check out all they have to offer below! https://www.augustus-roark.com Logan Pause joins the episode of Center Mid Philosopher today to share his stories from his 12 year playing career with the Chicago Fire, his thoughts on Gregg Berhalter coaching the US Men's National Team, and much, much more. Socials - IG - https://instagram.com/th...

Thank you to our primary sponsor Augustus Roark! Shop and check out all they have to offer below! https://www.augustus-roark.com In this episode, host Matt and guest MLS Star William Hesmer discuss the recent craziness in soccer, including fan violence, the prospects of young players, and potential solutions to the academy system's problems. They also interview former players and guests who sh...