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The Current Moment Episode 8: The Superlative Episode ft Kathleen Gier 

Welcome to Episode 8 of The Current Moment, where we keep you current on all things KC Current. In this episode, ThomBomb is joined by Kathleen Gier of The Equalizer, The Next and The IX. After the pair recap Current’s latest match against Gotham, they go into season superlatives for Shield winners. Categories include best attacker, midfielder, and defender as well as top result of the season and most impressive record broken this season. The pair then give some analysis for Current’s upcoming trip to Houston Dash.

Be sure to follow Kathleen on BlueSky at @kgier.bsky.social to follow more of her work.

Welcome to Episode 121 of Shea Butter FC, a podcast by, for and about Black women in soccer.  In this very special Shea Butter episode, Sylvs interviews Brianna Pinto of the North Carolina Courage about the inaugural All State Next Wave 2025 National Showcase.  The Black Women’s Players Collective, of which Pinto is a board member, in collaboration with Blackstar are hosting the All State Next Wave 2025 National Showcase as a girl’s talent ID event that is solely focused on 20-30 high school aged Black girls. Black girls are a demographic who are a historic, double underrepresented group in the beautiful game. In this episode, Brianna walks us through what is being offered for these talented young players on and off the pitch during the showcase, and she discusses the barriers that exist for young Black players and the ways we can help eliminate them. Lastly,  Brianna is asked about her hits and riffs, which North Carolina barbecue is superior, and what’s her go to Cookout order. Tap in to learn more about this amazing event, and stay tuned to SBFC socials for more info and content around this fantastic showcase.  The All State Next Wave 2025 National Showcase takes place from November 22-25, 2025 on the campus of Prairie View A&M University, an HBCU.

Welcome to Episode 7 of The Current Moment, where we keep you current on all things KC Current. In this episode, ThomBomb is joined by Vince of Boots on The Ground podcast. They talk about Current’s match away to Racing Louisville, including the atmosphere at Lynn Family Stadium. They chat about surprises in the lineup, a TITANIC midfield battle between two great center defensive midfielders, the attack that changed the game and more. They then get into a great discussion about the culture of Racing Louisville being foul heavy and who Vince has affectionately nicknamed Deebo. 

The Current Moment Episode 6 ft. Sylvs and SkyE of Shea Butter FC, Shea Butter FC correspondent Mama Riss, and André Carlisle and Courtney Stith of Diaspora United.  

Welcome to Episode 6 of The Current Moment, keeping you current on all things Kansas City Current. In this episode, Thombomb welcomes on Shea, Butter, Millett Willett’s mama, Rev. André Latavious Jerome Skyscraper Carlisle and Lady Liberty Stats coach Courtney Stith. We close with episode three of a three part crossover in collaboration with Shea Butter FC and Diaspora United to complete the mid season NWSL review of the top 4 teams in the table.

In this episode, the gang talks about the highs and lows of the season for Washington Spirit, San Diego Wavé, Orlando Pride. They also dove into potential transfer window targets and how far the group thinks each team can go. Check out episode one of this crossover on Shea Butter FC podcast feed and episode two on the Diaspora United podcast feed.

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SBFC Episode 120: NWSL 2025 Mid Season Review Chop Up Pt1 ft Riss, ThomBomb of the The Current Moment & Coach Courtney Stith of Diaspora United

Welcome to Episode 120 of Shea Butter FC, a podcast by, for and about Black women in soccer. We are back launching part one of a multi part cross over in collaboration with Diaspora United and The Current Moment to complete mid season review of the 2025 NWSL season so far. 
In this episode, Skye and Sylvs are joined by SBFC street team and Rose Room Legend Mama Riss, The Current Moment’s ThomBomb and Coach Courtney Thee Stats to kick this cross over off and explore the highs and lows  The Utah Royals, The Chicago Stars, The Houston Dash, Angel City FC and the Bay FC. They also explore roster moves and provide solutions to help this cluster of teams to move up the table and avoid the wooden spoon. They also drop their Hits and Riffs and their own version of Black anthems in the closing of the episode. We back to grab your head phones and enjoy the ride!

Make sure you follow Diaspora United at DiasporaUtdPod 
Thombomb and his coverage of Kansas City Current at thombomb816.bsky.social 
Mama Riss and her coverage of the Washington Spirit at 
risswillett.bsky.social 
Be on the look out for CrossOver Part 2 on Diaspora United
And CrossOver Pt3 on The Current Moment 

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Welcome to Episode 5 of The Current Moment, keeping you current on all things Kansas City Current. In this episode, Thombomb welcomes in Treb Tracy of Angels on Parade. The two dive into Current’s next opponent in Angel City, breaking down their recent form against mid and lower table teams. Then they pivot to the importance of Savy King (we still hope you are getting better!) on the pitch and what that means against the Current attack. The two spend a healthy amount of time talking about Angel City’s new coach, Alex Strauss, and how he plans to attack KC Current. They close the episode talking about expectations for both squads in Friday’s upcoming match.

Be sure to tap in with Treb on BlueSky https://bsky.app/profile/trebtracy.bsky.social

Also check at his site: https://angelsonparade.com/ 

Welcome to Episode 4 of The Current Moment, keeping you current on all things Kansas City Current. In this episode, Thombomb welcomes in Lesley Ryder, our pal who is a gal of Gal Pal Sports and The Equalizer. The pair talk about Current’s set piece defending, then lead into Stars’ frustrating line up choices. They close out the match talking about Alyssa Naeher and Temwa Chawinga leaving the match with injury and by giving a shout out to KC Blue Crew and the traveling KC Current fan support.

Be sure to check out Lesley’s work with the Equalizer, including her recent sit down with Chicago Stars GM Richard Feuz https://equalizersoccer.com/2025/05/12/state-of-the-stars-analyzing-a-franchise-in-flux/

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Episode 119: We Love You, Savy!

Welcome to Episode 119  of Shea Butter FC, a podcast by, for and about Black women in soccer. In this episode, Skye and Sylvs are back after a long time to check in with their Squad members, give our well wishes and thoughts on Savy King and the Angel City vs Utah match continuing. Then we pivot and do a temperature check on the NWSL at the halfway point of the halfway point before jumping on the hot topics in the league, including UnWell FC and the Chicago Stars. Finally, we bring you all the Rants and Raves and Hits and Riffs you can stand.

Make sure you subscribe and dive into On the 2 and the 4: A SheaButter FC Newsletter! ,our official newsletter for Shea Butter Football Club, bringing content to you in a new way, so you can continue to moisturize your skin and lay your edges.
We’re bringing you weekly content from the team so you get to know us a bit better. Of course we’re going to bring you stats and match recaps and some lessons about the game. But, you’ll also get our unique stories and perspectives on the game and the culture and how they intersect.
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As noted in the episode, we are partnering with Black Rosie Media to play select Shea Butter FC Throwback Episodes on their media platforms. This partnership is made possible through sponsorship by Bounceless Control Sports Bra

 use PROMO CODE SBFC for 15% off your first purchase at bounceless.com. 

More information on this partnership with Black Rose Media, and Bounceless Bras can be found here. 

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Photo used in this episode is courtesy of Angel City Football Club. 

Thombomb welcomes Justin Horneker of majorleaguesoccer.com to review Current’s match against Bay FC and preview the budding rivalry of Current and Orlando Pride.