On Episode 10, we discuss a few hot topics from the world of soccer: 

1. Fan violence in England;
2. The USWNT’s gender discrimination lawsuit against US Soccer; and
3. The college admissions scandal implicating college coaches across the country.

Also, listen to the end of the episode to hear a preview of our next episode where we’ll be joined by a very special guest, arguably our most famous guest yet (at least if your measuring by Twitter followers).

Episode 10: Hot Topics in Soccer

Soccer Unplugged is a lighthearted soccer podcast hosted by Mark Pulisic and Dan Visser. The show covers topics ranging from youth development in the United States and overseas (including ideas for age-specific training sessions), college soccer, professional soccer and international competitions.

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On Episode 20, Mark and Dan bid farewell to Soccer Unplugged. Thanks for listening! We hope you enjoyed it!

Episode 20: The Grand Finale

On Epsisode 19, we talk about 'participation trophies.' Are they good? Bad? Does it matter?

Episode 19: Participation Trophies

On Episode 18, we welcome special guest Gary Vaynerchuk to talk about parenting youth soccer players -- and really, parenting in general. If you're not familiar with Gary, he's not a soccer guy; he's an entrepreneur, best-selling author, sought after speaker and the standard when it comes to social media and internet marketing. You can read more about him here: https://www.linkedin.com/in/garyvaynerchuk/. Before listening, be warned that Gary is a passionate and fiery guy who uses a bit more colorful language than you're used to hearing on Soccer Unplugged.

Episode 18: Parenting Youth Soccer Players (feat. Gary Vaynerchuk)

On Episode 17, we discuss Mark's recent trip to London, a listener question about how to make your child more aggressive on the soccer field, the USWNT's lawsuit against US Soccer, VAR and racism on social media.

Episode 17: A Mishmash Of Topics (Mark’s Trip To London, How To Make Your Child More Aggressive On The Soccer Field, The USWNT, VAR & Racism On Social Media)

On Episode 16, we welcome Jason Webb, co-founder of Soccer Shots -- the country’s leading intro-to-soccer program for kids 2 to 8 years old. Jason provides some background about Soccer Shots and as well as a few dos and don’ts for parents of young soccer players.

Episode 10: Hot Topics in Soccer

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