The Footy Travelers Podcast

Once again we turn inward, this time diving deep into co-host Colin's  origin story. From young pee-wee days in New Jersey, to two influential trips to soccer's birthplace, all the way to using the sport to forge relationships in the Asia Pacific region, Colin walks us through his formative experiences and explains how the sport influenced him from an early age. Like our first "FTP Origins" episod...

We know, Mike says it a lot: "This episode is a good one." But THIS episode… is FIRE ! As we sit down with Emily Agueda of the Craig Willinger Fund, we learn what footy travel with a purpose looks like, as Emily discusses the fund's mission (Spoiler Alert: it's all about footy travel and making dreams come true). Other topics include Emily's take on the women's game, her carry-on bag travel advice...

*FTP TRAVEL ALERT*  We'll be in Austin, TX August 5-7. If you're in town, going to the Austin FC v San Jose match, or are from the area, we'd love to connect - either ahead of time for travel recommendations, or during our stay to share a frothy beer and talk footy. Reach out to us through our Instagram account (@footytravelers).   *END ALERT* As for this week's episode, we welcome special guest h...

In this week's episode, Colin takes back the reign (spelling & use intentional) as he shares his recent experience in the land of the good Queen Mother. Listen in for a review of North London hot spots Swains Lane, Dartmouth Park, and of course, the Emirates (R.I.P. Highbury). Colin also discusses some travel tips for anyone attending a match at Wembley, he and Mike duke it out over just whose Wre...

This episode is a special one, as we turn inward and dive deep into co-host Mike's beautiful mind, pulling out his own origin story. From growing up in rural New Hampshire, to cementing himself in podcast history as one of the founding Footy Travelers, Mike walks us through his upbringing and explains how the sport influenced him from an early age. With great mentors along the way, Mike navigated...

In this episode, Colin travels solo to Seattle and chats with Cameron Collins from the Gorilla FC supporters' club, just ahead of the Sounders' Cascadia Cup match against the Vancouver Whitecaps last season (October 9, 2021). The two discuss what Cascadia Cup is, the power of soccer to unite the community, and Cameron's insights on some fun, non-footy activities to take on while in Seattle. Foot(y...

In this follow-up BONUS episode to our conversation with the lads from Sporting Serotonin, we get Jack and Paul's take on the City of Brotherly Love - and some 4-4-4 breathing to start us off.

FFTs! It's May. Which means... It's Mental Health Awareness Month. In support of a topic we all need to get behind, Colin & Mike chat with a few members of Sporting Serotonin, an amateur footy club out of Philadelphia, about what mental health means to them and the unique way they're spreading their message of positive energy and good vibes - one golazo at a time! Foot(y)notes: If you or a loved o...

You can't have an international footy tournament without footy stadiums, now can you? Although, those stadiums apparently don't need to actually exist for you to be named the host of such a tournament - who knew?! Yes, the stadiums of the Qatar World Cup 2022 have been much talked about, for a lot of negative reasons. As the tournament draws near though, and the Footy Travelers prepare for their f...

Chelsea FC has been in the news a bit more than some other Premier League clubs recently. Their ownership has been a hot topic for almost two months now, as Roman Abramovich, a well-known Russian oligarch, was sanctioned by the British Government following the invasion of Ukraine. On the positive end of things, the men's first team just placed into the FA Cup Final for the third season in a row, w...

ICYMI: A LOT has happened since the last episode! World Cup match tickets, World Cup qualifications, trips to Orlando to see the USMNT. We cover it all in this two-part episode with guests we met in Mickey's backyard.  Part 1 (previous release): Moe Paquette talks about his conversion from a gridiron football player to a dedicated lover of the beautiful game, and shares his experience at the Aztec...

FTP Fam! Fellow Footy Travelers (FFTs)? FFT Army? Anyway, we'll sort it out… A LOT has happened since the last episode! World Cup match tickets, World Cup qualifications, trips to Orlando to see the USMNT. We cover it all in this two-part episode with guests we met in Mickey's backyard.  Part 1 (this release): Moe Paquette talks about his conversion from a gridiron football player to a dedicated l...

That USA-Mexico World Cup Qualifier at the Azteca… bit of a dud eh? After a game like that, it would be easy for Mike & Colin to dive into their and others' thoughts on being USA fans, but let's be real - they're Footy TRAVELERS . They like exploring and examining other perspectives, which is why in this episode, they explore CONCACAF's biggest rivalry through the experiences of a Mexican National...

In this follow-up bonus to Episode 5, Mike and Colin reveal the status of their ticket applications, submitted during the Phase 1 Random Selection Draw Period. They also discuss some details on the next period of Phase 1 (first-come, first-served), set to occur before the World Cup final draw in April. If you're looking for more info on World Cup 2022 tickets, head to the FIFA website .

The decision to attend the 2022 FIFA World Cup having been made, Colin & Mike discuss ticket application strategy, why and when applications are even necessary, the types of World Cup match tickets available, and a few more insightful nuggets from their previous experiences scoring access to the world's greatest party. Foot(y)notes: FIFA 2022 World Cup tickets main page How to apply for World Cup...

Colin & Mike began their footy traveling adventures together at the 2010 World Cup in South Africa. Since then, a lot has changed. No longer the youthful, starry-eyed backpacker types (should we say 'naive'?), they've increasingly had to discern the harsh realities of global footy - realities that seem to get heavier and heavier. In this episode, Colin & Mike discuss their own dilemmas in deciding...

One needs not to go far for footy travel. In today's episode, Colin is joined by two fellow Denver-based footy fans, Juan Fernandez and Jared Geisler. Juan and Jared discuss their favorite non-US clubs, the world-famous Centennial 38 supporters' group pre-match tailgate, and provide their take on all the fun Colorado activities available to both tourists and locals alike. Foot(y)notes: If you're a...

NYCFC fans keep the stage as we talk with Felix Palao: president of the Bronx chapter of the Third Rail supporters' club, tifo artist, and… the graphic designer behind our show's cover art! Join us as Felix recalls his inspiration for drawing as a young kid, what goes into creating tifos, and his favorite designs so far. Foot(y)notes: Who is Keith Haring ? Everything you need to know about TIFOs ,...

As we launch The Footy Travelers Podcast just before the start of the 2022 MLS season, let's pick up where the last season ended (with NYCFC). In this episode, Colin travels to the Bronx and meets three faithful NYCFC fans who all share the same concern - their home field. Join us as we hear from them on the good, the bad, and the ugly of life in the stands of a baseball stadium, and the obstacles...

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