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Episode 66 (Recorded 11/10/2022) brings Mexico’s most decorated fan Esteban Castillo “El Azteca”. After migrating to Austin, Texas from San Luis Potosi, Esteban has funded their travel expenses to support El Tri by working in the tire shop business. He has attended over 300 games, this includes tournaments such as the World Cup, Copa America, Copa de Oro & many others. This upcoming World Cup won’t be an exception as he is traveling to Qatar.

“Bendito Dios que Invento el Futbol”

Intro (0:00)

La vida de Don Esteban (10:24)

¿Diferencia de este Ciclo a comparación de los anteriores? (18:05)

¿Cómo se vive el fútbol en su familia? (25:30)

¡Apoya al país que te ofrece las oportunidades! (43:00)

Tambor y Penacho. (48:03)

Acontecimientos notables y experiencias. (53:45)

Momentos que dolieron! (1:03:10)

US Soccer & Fans (1:11:30)

Objetos de Colección (1:17:45)

Predicción de México en Qatar (1:32:25)

Links:

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=qw8ZI8ZiMMw (Vice Documentary, El Azteca)

https://www.otraxfavor.com/contact-us (Fan Segment Form)

Join us in this episode (Recorded 11/4/2022) as we discuss the experiences that relate to fútbol, community and culture. We share anecdotes celebrating the Día de los Muertos, the trip to LA for the MLS semifinal against LAFC & Austin FC Appreciation. Also talked about representation as Tenoch Huerta is playing Namor in Wakanda Forever.

Intro con Café (0:00)

Go Vote (7:10)

Día de los Muertos (11:05)

Se Acabó, 2022 MLS Season (26:15)

Austin FC Player Appreciation (41:00)

Tenoch Huerta, Wakanda Forever (49:30)

https://www.votetexas.gov/  (Vote Election Date 11/8)

https://www.otraxfavor.com/contact-us (Fan Analysis Form)

https://remezcla.com/film/watch-tenoch-huerta-moved-to-tears-mural-namor-mexico-city/ (Tenoch Hurta Mural)

Join us for a new “Fan Segment” featuring Los Verdes very own, Kevin Moreno. Originally from Pharr, Texas, Kevin has called Austin his home since 2004. Fútbol for him is a family inheritance. Throughout his life he’s developed a love of all things Rayados de Monterrey, Arsenal Football Club, and Austin FC. We deep dive into the family he’s found amongst Los Verdes and the supporter community. We also discuss Austin FC’s playoff win against Frisco FC and preview the upcoming MLS semifinal against LAFC.

“We’re Going to LA”

Intro (0:00)

Let’s Get to Know Kevin (5:40)

Getting Involved with LV & Pick Ups (9:40)

Perspective of the Keeper (25:25)

“Hunger Games” for Tickets to LA (30:06)

Pre-Match Form, Tifo, Confetti & Confidence (33:33)

Playoff vs Frisco (54:30)

Keep, Learn & Change (1:03:30)

Suffocated Before the Game Started (1:13:35)

“We’re Going to LA”, Predictions & Bets (1:19:58)

Liguilla Liga MX, FIFA Uncovered, & Early Voting (1:29:25)

Pasión Verde & Outro (1:40:31)

Links & Socials:

Kevin Moreno (IG: kmoreno_11)

https://www.losverdesatx.org/pasion-verde (Pasión Verde)

https://www.otraxfavor.com/contact-us (Fan Segment Form)

https://www.votetexas.gov/voting/early-voting.html (Early Voting)

On this episode we touch on Austin FC’s thrilling playoff win and look ahead to our Western Conference Semi match against Frisco. We touched on the upcoming World Cup as a stage that highlights culture, legends and emerging stars. We highlight key premier league matches, El Clásico, and the Ballon d’Or awards. We close out by reflecting on the meaning of competition and embracing supporter culture as it relates to Austin FC and visiting supporters.

“Fútbol Culture Can't Build on Limitations”

Intro (0:00)

Frisco Doesn’t Know About Tacos (13:05)

Austin FC Beats RSL in Playoffs (17:39)

Predictions vs Frisco (28:31)

Qatar 2022 (30:07)

EPL, Arsenal on Top (45:39)

El Clásico (55:10)

Benzema, Ballon d’Or (1:00:25)

Reflection, Do You Have a Happy Place? (1:09:40)

Don’t Kill The Culture & Vibe  (1:15:33)

Outro (1:25:05)

Episode 62 (Recorded 10/12/2022) brings you the story of a devout lover and ambassador of the beautiful game, Neftali Ochoa. We highlight Nef's experience of migrating from Durango, Mexico to Austin, Tx at a young age. We touch on the phases of his fútbol journey of faith from Club Santos Laguna, to Real Madrid CF, to Austin FC. Other topics discussed include his work in forming La Peña Madridista de Austin, the upcoming Classico, and Austin FC's past, present and future.

"Some people go to church on Sundays, I go to Q2." - Nef Ochoa

Intro (0:00)

Early Memories (9:06)

Unlearn to Learn (20:43)

El Clásico in Vegas & Networking (35:50)

La Peña Madridista de Austin (41:45)

Fútbol is Bigger than a Team (48:10)

The Players are Artists (53:53)

Real Madrid vs Barcelona Predictions (1:05:38)

Mbappe’s Rejects Madrid (1:14:37)

Austin FC’s Idea of Play & Structure (1:20:36)

Carson’s Start Players Don’t Workout (1:30:22)

Driussi Entendió el Sistema (1:32:29)

Austin FC’s Third Season (1:41:35)

Time to Bring in Mexican Players? (1:47:20)

Prediction for 1st ATX vs RLS? (1:51:00)

Austin FC & Fan Media (2:03:55)

Future Plans & Outro (2:07:20)

Episode 61 (recorded 9/27/2022) features Margarito Perez, Patrón y Cocinero de Paprika in Austin, Texas. Before venturing into entrepreneurship, Mago shared about his life as an immigrant in the Midwest and Houston. He also talked about the meaning of building people and the gratitude of meeting friends by playing cascaritas with Los Verdes.

Intro (0:00)

Early Years & Coming to the US (7:25)

Vida de Inmigrante (21:50)

Decided to Stay & Moved to Texas  (30:34)

Selling Tortas (42:15)

Know Your Limits & Building People Up (47:22)

Meeting Hayden (1:06:35)

Paprika (1:17:22)

Los Verdes & Cascaritas (1:31:38)

No Se Duerman (1:45:35)

Socials & Additional Info: 

paprikaatx.com (IG: paprikaatx) 

Margarito Perez (IG: margaritoperez7)

Episode 60 (recorded 9/22/2022) highlights the life and the creative work of Tony Fuentes (TFOPhotos). In this collaboration Tony walked us through his upbringings in Austin and what motivated him to become a photographer. He also shared anecdotes from shooting gigs for several media outlets in sports & music industries.

Intro (0:00)

Life of Tony (5:25)

Older Brother Role (11:25)

Overcoming Difficult Moments (21:15)

Finding Balance with Significant Others & Passions (28:50)

How did East Austin Shape You? (35:08)

This is Where I Belong! (41:45)

T.I. (47:22)

FC Cincinnati (53:18)

Storytelling in Sequence (1:03:24)

Social Media Branding (1:17:44)

Building a Community & Collaborations (1:26:08)

Shooting Your Shot (1:33:45)

World Cup & Outro (1:38:35)

Tony Fuentes (IG: tfophotos)

tfophotos.myportfolio.com

Episode 59 (recorded 9/3/2022) features a collaboration with Julio Ramos & Jose Salcedo from The 3252 & Somos LAFC Podcast. In this episode we discussed the impact of supporters' culture in the MLS & highlighted the post game form for each of our teams in this season.

Intro (0:00)

Allow the Drums & Don’t Kill the Vibe (9:17)

Independent Supporters Council (22:27)

Supporters are Not Plastic (34:07)

Club that Represents What We Love (39:08)

Impact of Safe Standings (45:07)

Keep Raising the Bar (49:01)

1st & 2nd Against Each Other (52:11)

SOMOS LAFC Podcast & Barrio Angelino (1:01:56)

Outro (1:08:56)

Julio Ramos (IG: elchivamayor)

Jose Salcedo (IG: josesalsedo101)

(IG: elbarrioangelino)

Episode 58 (recorded 8/10/2022) features Kaitlin Mauro, VP of community impact, and Jordan Marden, Director of Youth Development of 4ATX Foundation. Together they have created lasting impact through service in underserved Austin communities through the beautiful game. Their programs have created a space where our youth can cultivate their personal, community as well as their soccer skills.

Intro (0:00)

What is the 4ATX Foundation? (3:41)

Upbringings & Background (8:15)

Complementing Each Other’s Work (14:55)

Educational Program (19:05)

Overcoming Challenges (26:40)

Admiring Someone (34:45)

Mindfulness & Restorative Practices (38:20)

Away from Hierarchy (48:01)

Goal of 4ATX Foundation (56:57)

How to Volunteer & Favorite Moments (1:03:24)

Outro (1:10:55)

Links

https://www.austinfc.com/community/4atx-foundation

This week's episode covers the last days of summer, work/life balance, and the importance of rest. We dive into the world of fútbol by touching El Tri, European Club Transfers, and Austin FCs huge win against LAFC and disappointing loss vs. Portland Timbers. We close the show by highlighting the G.O.A.T, Serena Williams US open upset, Mohammed Amer's new breakout Netflix Dramedy “Mo”, and Hispanic Heritage Month.

Intro (0:00)

Beginning of Fall (5:00)

Different Types of Rest - Ben Meer (9:16)

Selección Mexicana y Tata Martino (21:22)

European Club Transfers (33:06)

Austin FC 4 vs LAFC 1 (52:53)

Cascante & Iturralde (1:00:33)

Austin FC 1 vs Portland Timbers 2 (1:07:33)

Serena Williams (1:20:50)

“Mo” Netflix (1:25:06)

Hispanic Heritage Month (1:26:25)

Predictions & Outro (1:28:51)

Links & Credits

Lima vs Bale - Zach Lyons (IG: iamzachlyons)

Driussi LV - Tony Fuentes (IG: tfphotos)

15th Annual

https://www.austintexas.gov/event/15th-annual-viva-mexico-celebration