Urban Pitch Podcast - The Beautiful Game of Life

They say first impressions are everything, and the NWSL's new Boston expansion franchise didn't pass the test. BOS Nation FC is an interesting name on its own, but not as interesting as the club's "Too Many Balls" campaign that was quickly erased upon the backlash it received. We get into the botched introduction and more — including the Christian Pulisic load management issue — on the l...

The football world doesn't stop spinning, and neither do we. On the latest episode of the Urban Pitch Podcast, Ramsey and Julio sit down to discuss the newly-released Venezia FC x NOCTA kits, the MLS MVP race, and expectations for Mauricio Pochettino's USMNT debut. Timestamps (01:01) Drip check: The new Venezia FC x NOCTA kits (10:42) Mauricio Pochettino's USMNT debut (20:40) The MLS MVP race Cast...

Another Tuesday, another UP Podcast! This week, the crew sits down to discuss their fondest EA FC/FIFA soundtrack memories, Christian Pulisic's hot streak, and Brigitte's recent trip to Mexico! Timestamps (00:42) Brigitte's Mexico trip (14:55) EA FC 25's soundtrack (31:06) Christian Pulisic's hot streak (41:01) Julio and Brigitte's rec league adventures Cast Hosts: Ramsey Abushahla, Julio Monterro...

The radio industry has gone through numerous changes in the streaming era, but one thing that has remained constant: quality shines through. Whether it's the quality of the music, artist, or set list, audiences can always differentiate the good from the bad. DJ Vinnie Mack is always about quality. Whether it's his daily set on Cali 93.9 or the Pa La Calle Podcast, he brings a highly curated taste...

The Urban Pitch Podcast is back for another episode covering the latest news and updates in the soccer culture-verse. In this episode, Julio and Ramsey discuss Mauricio Pochettino officially becoming the next USMNT manager, LAFC's latest chance for a trophy at the US Open Cup, and Kendrick Lamar's highly anticipated Super Bowl performance. Timestamps (00:49) Mauricio Pochettino officially unveiled...

The Ballon d'Or shortlists are out, and the debates on who should win football's most prestigious award are raging. From our picks to win it to egregious snubs left off the lists, we get into it all in the latest episode of the Urban Pitch Podcast. In addition, we also discuss the legendary career of Alex Morgan, who just announced her retirement and played in her final match last Sunday. Timestam...

The summer's coming to a close, and that means a wild stretch of footy is now behind us. But the soccer world doesn't rest, and we're already into a new European season, while MLS and the NWSL sprint to the finish of their respective seasons as well. On the latest episode of the Urban Pitch Podcast, the crew discusses the potential announcement of Mauricio Pochettino as USMNT manager, in addition...

We've got new season fever. With every new year comes a fresh wave of optimism and hope, and with a new EPL campaign underway, there wasn't anyone else we'd rather chat with than Jessica Black! The SheKnowsArsenal star discusses her thoughts on the 2024-25 season, and where the Gunners' priorities should lie after two straight second-place finishes. But first, we dig into the new collective bargai...

Over the past few years, Megan Reyes has emerged as one of the most engaging voices in sports, covering everything from women's soccer and basketball to the X Games and Olympics. A first generation Filipino-American, her four-part audio documentary "Between Two Worlds" covered the Philippines women's national soccer team's journey to the 2023 World Cup, and she is currently the host of &...

Every four years, we're treated to the Summer Olympics — a three-week span of pomp, circumstance, and national pride. This year's games in Paris were among the best in recent memory, and featured countless jaw-dropping moments, including on the football pitch. From a USWNT gold medal to another crash out from a United States men's team, we recap the footy that took place across France over the pas...

After finishing last in the Western Conference last season, the Colorado Rapids have made a major turnaround in 2024, and find themselves comfortably in the playoff hunt three quarters through the season. A major part of the turnaround has been the stellar play of midfielder Cole Bassett, a homegrown product and one of the bright young talents across MLS. The 23-year-old playmaker already has hit...

Most sports fans grow up rooting for their hometown teams. But few ever get to actually play for them. Max Ornstil is part of that select few. The Oakland, California native got a chance to play for the Oakland Roots, and ended his eight-year professional career with the club in 2022. In the two years since, he's been busy establishing his brand, Neighborhood Sports Club. In addition to some of th...

With the Copa America and EUROs now over, we're in the backside of the summer of footy — but that doesn't mean things are slowing down. From all the chaos that took place both before and after the Copa America final in Miami to potential USMNT managers coming out of the woodwork, there's been plenty to discuss in the football universe. We get into it all on the latest episode of the Urban Pitch Po...

The 2024 Copa America saw yet another disappointing performance from the USMNT, not making it out of a favorable group draw. Getting grouped out of the tournament led to the team parting ways with head coach Gregg Berhalter, something a staunch group of fans have been calling for for years now. But how much will actually change with a new coach? We also dive into Cristiano Ronaldo's tough EURO 202...

Footy fever has fully hit, and we're waist deep in a summer chock full of international goodness. As the EUROs and Copa America continue to unfold, we break down the vibes in each tournament, and pick a winner for each competition that has its own specific brand of chaos! Timestamps (00:30) The PUMA x Neymar 'Forever Brasilero' event (06:05) Does Neymar have enough juice in the tank to make a retu...

We've seen plenty of footy-inspired fashion brands pop up over the last few years as the beautiful game's influence in the sartorial world has increased. But one of the labels that has been around for quite some time is Live Breathe Futbol, which was founded in 2011 by Ebun Olaloye. From a college passion project to a full-fledged brand coming off a major partnership with Major League Soccer, Olal...

The 2024 Copa America is upon us! On the latest episode of the Urban Pitch Podcast, Ramsey and Julio sit down to discuss the chaos surrounding the United States and Mexico following a pair of less-than-stellar friendly tuneups against CONMEBOL opponents. Timestamps (02:08) The vibes surrounding the USMNT entering the 2024 Copa America (27:10) Mexico's frustrations and El Tri's chances at Copa Amer...

He's a former pro footballer turned corporate pro with the product creation team for global football at Nike. But above all, AJ Ajeakwa is a storyteller. His brand Mahwa Studios has adopted the motto "All We Have Are Memories," and Ajeakwa has done his best to illustrate his life experiences through each release. We sit down with the talented creative to discuss his pro soccer journey, t...

A new women's soccer league is coming to the United States this summer, and we couldn't be more pumped for it. The USL Super League has made waves over the past few weeks with announcements of schedules, celebrity owners, and new player signings. Kicking off in August, the league has earned Division I status from U.S. Soccer and will compete at the same level as the NWSL. We discuss the new league...

Last week, we dove into the upcoming summer of footy, featuring among other tournaments, the EUROs and Copa America. This week we stay in that zone, but shift our focus onto the kits we'll be seeing on the pitch. From some absolutely stunning designs to those that could use another go around, we take a look at the best and worst EURO/Copa America kits on the latest episode of the Urban Pitch Podca...

As the temperatures in the northern hemisphere rise, so does the anticipation for what is sure to be a fantastic summer of football. Between the Copa America, EURO 2024, and the Paris Olympics, we have a packed slate of international tournaments that we can't wait to take in. On the latest episode of the Urban Pitch Podcast, Ramsey and Julio sit down to discuss the highly anticipated competitions,...

Since we last spoke to Sam Fisher in August 2022, a lot has changed. The biggest update: She was called up to the El Salvador National team, and made her debut at the Gold Cup, where she scored the team's first goal in the competition. Then came the not-so-good news. After returning from international duty, she was released from the Chicago Red Stars, and is currently in the market for a new club...

With a multitude of hosts and a vast breadth of topics covered, The Shirtless Plantain Show has been one of our favorite podcasts and platforms in the soccer space for some time now. So when we heard they joined the BLEAV network, we had to link up. Tosin and Coach join Ramsey and Julio for a discussion about American soccer culture vs. European football culture, the global spread of the game, and...

It's been another busy week in the soccer culture-verse. From Sergino Dest's devastating injury to Angel City FC's big moves, we cover some of the biggest stories in American soccer, in addition to what's been dominating the headlines in the hip-hop world: The Drake vs. Kendrick beef. Timestamps (01:34) Angel City's big moves (16:53) Sergino Dest's injury and the USMNT's chances at Copa America wi...

Starting a new pro sports team is never easy, no matter the level. But minor league clubs can be especially tough, as margins become smaller. The Town FC, which recently announced it would become the San Jose Earthquakes' MLS Next Pro affiliate, is all too aware of these challenges. Teaming up with the Earthquakes gives The Town FC some stability in its early days, and it also allows the Earthquak...