Welcome back to The Football Amateur Show!

On this episode, we welcome a former NCAA champion, Kansas City Wizards defender, US National team player and now, a very prolific content creator, Jimmy Conrad!

In this interview, we discuss his time with the US national team and how he went up against big players like Andrea Pirlo, De Rossi and the Barcelona legend, Lionel Messi. We also gain insight on what it really takes to make it to the national team, what he thinks of the current state of MLS Soccer and what he is doing now as a content creator. 

If you are interested in learning more about Jimmy Conrad, follow him on his socials and subscribe to his YouTube and Twitch channels!

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/jimmyconrad/

Twitter: https://twitter.com/JimmyConrad

YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/user/TheJimmyConrad

Twitch: https://www.twitch.tv/jimmyconrad

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If there is someone that you would like us to interview, or if you have any feedback, DM us on our Instagram @the.fa.show or send us an email: [email protected]!

Also! Follow our amazing crew!

Producer | Alfonso Castaneda : https://www.instagram.com/alfonsoc.96/

Producer | Tristen Mancilla: https://www.instagram.com/brownimator/

Social Media | Andrea Ambriz-Alvarez:  https://www.instagram.com/andrealikesmovies/

Artist | Claire Sum: https://www.instagram.com/claireisawesum/

Composer | Jeremy Fields: https://www.instagram.com/jeremy._field/

Follow us: https://www.instagram.com/the.fa.show/

Lastly! Do not forget to leave us a 5 star review on iTunes!

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Welcome back to The Football Amateur Show!

As a means to support our podcast community, we have now committed to showcasing our fellow up and coming podcasters! It will come out as a bonus episode randomly throughout the season! The series will be called: Podcast Spotlight!

To debut our new series, we have The Critical Banter Podcast! They are an Australian comedy podcast that is formatted as a talk show, discussing topics such like current world events and their own lives. They do this through fun segments such like 'The Weekly Reach Around', 'The Price is Right', 'Tip of the week', & much more!

Check out their podcast on iTunes & Spotify @TheCriticalBanter or click here!

Also, follow them on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/criticalbanter/

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If there is something that you would like us to discuss or debate on, or if you have any feedback, DM us on our Instagram @the.fa.show or send us an email: [email protected]!

Also! Follow our amazing crew!

Producer | Alfonso Castaneda : https://www.instagram.com/alfonsoc.96/

Producer | Tristen Mancilla: https://www.instagram.com/brownimator/

Social Media | Andrea Ambriz-Alvarez:  https://www.instagram.com/andrealikesmovies/

Artist | Claire Sum: https://www.instagram.com/claireisawesum/

Composer | Jeremy Fields: https://www.instagram.com/jeremy._field/

Follow us: https://www.instagram.com/the.fa.show/

Lastly! Do not forget to leave us a 5 star review on iTunes!

Welcome back to The Football Amateur Show!

On this episode, we welcome Salsa Women SC, a WPSL team based in LA! Representing the team is the Assistant coach, Elmer Rosales, and two current players, Jennifer Munoz & Eileene Rosales!

In this interview, we discuss how the team formed, individual philosophies towards coaching, Women in sports and the struggles that come with trying to go pro, and so much more!

If you are interested in learning more about the team or interested in contacting them for advice or other opportunities, follow them on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/salsawomensc/

Salsa Women SC Website: https://www.lasalsasc.com/womens-team

Also follow our interviewees:

Elmer Rosales (Asst. Coach): https://www.instagram.com/nicafudd/

Jennifer Munoz (Player): https://www.instagram.com/jennmn/

Eileene Rosales (Player): https://www.instagram.com/eileene.rosalad/

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If there is something that you would like us to discuss or debate on, or if you have any feedback, DM us on our Instagram @the.fa.show or send us an email: [email protected]!

Also! Follow our amazing crew!

Producer | Alfonso Castaneda : https://www.instagram.com/alfonsoc.96/

Producer | Tristen Mancilla: https://www.instagram.com/brownimator/

Social Media | Andrea Ambriz-Alvarez:  https://www.instagram.com/andrealikesmovies/

Artist | Claire Sum: https://www.instagram.com/claireisawesum/

Composer | Jeremy Fields: https://www.instagram.com/jeremy._field/

Follow us: https://www.instagram.com/the.fa.show/

Lastly! Do not forget to leave us a 5 star review on iTunes!

Welcome back to The Football Amateur Show!

On this episode, we welcome an aspiring professional coach, Dylan Lambro! Dylan is an exchange student from Wales and is currently studying Sports Coaching at Cardiff Metropolitan University. 

In this interview, we discuss how Dylan came to study in the US, how he plans to become a professional coach, what he thinks about the MLS, his comparisons between the Soccer cultures from Wales and the US, and so much more!

If you are interested in learning more about Dylan Lambro or interested in contacting him for advice or other opportunities, follow him on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/dylanlambro/

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If there is something that you would like us to discuss or debate on, or if you have any feedback, DM us on our Instagram @the.fa.show or send us an email: [email protected]!

And do not forget to follow our amazing crew!

Producer | Alfonso Castaneda : https://www.instagram.com/alfonsoc.96/

Producer | Tristen Mancilla: https://www.instagram.com/brownimator/

Social Media | Andrea Ambriz-Alvarez:  https://www.instagram.com/andrealikesmovies/

Artist | Claire Sum: https://www.instagram.com/claireisawesum/

Composer | Jeremy Fields: https://www.instagram.com/jeremy._field/

Follow us: https://www.instagram.com/the.fa.show/

Lastly! Do not forget to leave us a 5 star review on iTunes!

Welcome back to The Football Amateur Show!

On this episode, we welcome a former Student-Athlete, Tony Alcala! Tony has played for numerous collegiate teams, including Cypress College, Santa Ana College and Northwestern Christian University in Eugene, Oregon. He has participated in the NAIA as well as the NJCAA.

In this interview, we discuss the ins and outs of Community College Soccer and its divisions, the NAIA and how it compares to NCAA, and discuss the passion he has for supporting our community. If you have ever been interested in learning more about the Community College system and the NAIA, or if you love Soccer in general, then this interview is for you!

If you are interested in learning more about Tony Alcala or interested in contacting him for advice or other opportunities, follow him on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/tu_tony/! 

Chilena video: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=KAJLjSC90g4

Communities you should follow: 

Venice Beach FC: https://www.instagram.com/vb.fc/

Bola: https://www.instagram.com/bola.inittowinit/

Street Soccer Company: https://www.instagram.com/streetsoccercompany/

Outbreak Soccer: https://www.instagram.com/outbreaksoccer/

BP6 Elite Training: https://www.instagram.com/bp6elite/

Defo LB: https://www.instagram.com/defo.lb/

If there is something that you would like us to discuss or debate on, or if you have any feedback, DM us on our Instagram @the.fa.show or send us an email @ [email protected]!

And do not forget to follow our amazing crew!

Producer | Alfonso Castaneda : @alfonsoc.96

Producer | Tristen Mancilla: @brownimator

Host | Michael Mildner: @michael_mildner

Artist | Claire Sum: @claireisawesum

Composer | Jeremy Fields: @jeremy._field

Social Media | Andrea Ambriz-Alvarez: @andrealikesmovies

Follow us: @the.fa.show

Lastly! Do not forget to leave us a 5 star review on iTunes!

Welcome back to The Football Amateur Show!

On this episode, we welcome a longtime friend of our producer Alfonso, Skylar Brooks! He currently plays for the UPSL team Galaxy PSC and has had countless experience as a semi-professional player as well as experience at the collegiate level. Skylar is also an up and coming YouTuber, vlogging his daily adventures with his friends.

In this interview, we discuss how Alfonso and Skylar met in middle school, their varsity soccer experience, Skylar's advice to young players, as well as talk about Skylar's YouTube vlog channel. If you have ever been interested in learning more about a different approach to going pro or learning more about our producer and Skylar, or if you love Soccer in general, then this interview is for you!

If you are interested in learning more about Skylar Brooks or interested in contacting him for advice or other opportunities, follow him on Instagram @skylarbrooksss! 

Also check out his YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/user/lasagna1712LIFE

And the new DF93 channel: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCnrqndIqNNUtgoPUsGIIxsA

If there is something that you would like us to discuss or debate on, or if you have any feedback, DM us on our Instagram @the.fa.show or send us an email @ [email protected]!

And do not forget to follow our amazing crew!

Producer | Alfonso Castaneda : @alfonsoc.96

Producer | Tristen Mancilla: @brownimator

Host | Michael Mildner: @michael_mildner

Artist | Claire Sum: @claireisawesum

Composer | Jeremy Fields: @jeremy._field

Social Media | Andrea Ambriz-Alvarez: @andrealikesmovies

Follow us: @the.fa.show

Lastly! Do not forget to leave us a 5 star review on iTunes!

Welcome back to The Football Amateur Show!

On this episode, we welcome a local Soccer brand, Tricore Sports! Founded by Salvador Castillo and Zeus Cubias in 2015, this soccer brand has grown from selling uniforms to Sunday league teams to now selling retro jerseys and developing the local Soccer community. Based in the Watts area, Tricore Sports has really impacted its community by providing a place for people to come together, play and discuss Soccer. They also educate coaches and provide resources for young people to develop into better players.

In this interview, we discuss how Salvador and Zeus met, how they came up with the idea of Tricore sports, as well as how their vision has transformed throughout the years. If you have ever been interested in learning more about the people making a difference in their communities or interested in how you can make a difference in your community, then this interview is for you!

If you are interested in learning more about Tricore Sports or interested in contacting them for advice or other opportunities, follow them on Instagram @tricoresports! Also check out their website: https://tricoresports.com/

Documentary featuring Salvador Castillo: 

https://vimeo.com/177766137 (Password to watch: AmericanTextures05082016)

Los Amates Academy: 

https://www.la2la.org/

If there is something that you would like us to discuss or debate on, or if you have any feedback, DM us on our Instagram @the.fa.show or send us an email @ [email protected]!

And do not forget to follow our amazing crew!

Producer | Alfonso Castaneda : @alfonsoc.96

Producer | Tristen Mancilla: @brownimator

Host | Michael Mildner: @michael_mildner

Artist | Claire Sum: @claireisawesum

Composer | Jeremy Fields: @jeremy._field

Social Media | Andrea Ambriz-Alvarez: @andrealikesmovies

Follow us: @the.fa.show

Lastly! Do not forget to leave us a 5 star review on iTunes!

Welcome back to The Football Amateur Show!

On this episode, Michael Mildner, Alfonso & Tristen recap the dominant performance that the US  Women's Soccer team had against Thailand & preview the Gold Cup that is happening this weekend!

If there is something that you would like us to discuss or debate on, or if you have any feedback, DM us on our Instagram @the.fa.show or send us an email @ [email protected]!

And do not forget to follow our amazing crew!

Producer | Alfonso Castaneda : @alfonsoc.96

Producer | Tristen Mancilla: @brownimator

Host | Michael Mildner: @michael_mildner

Artist | Claire Sum: @claireisawesum

Composer | Jeremy Fields: @jeremy._field

Social Media | Andrea Ambriz-Alvarez: @andrealikesmovies

Follow us: @the.fa.show

Welcome back to The Football Amateur Show!

On this episode, we welcome a local up and coming play by play commentator for Salsa Women's SC, Carlos Hernandez! He has worked with various broadcasting programs at CSULB, including being a commentator for the intramural basketball league and having his own weekly show called Beach Center. He has recently joined Salsa Women's SC and is currently commentating for them this season.

In this interview, we discuss what inspired him to pursue this unique profession, how he got to where he is, his commentating philosophy, as well as talk about his love for LA Galaxy.  If you have ever been interested in learning more about commentating or broadcasting as a career or learning more about this unique profession, then this interview is for you!

If you are interested in learning more about Carlos or interested in contacting him for advice or other opportunities, follow him on Instagram @galaxyman92!

And do not forget to leave us a 5 star review on iTunes and follow us @the.fa.show to stay updated on when our next interview will be coming out! 

Welcome back to The Football Amateur Show!

On this episode, we welcome a local UPSL player & a featured cohost on the show, Michael Mildner! He has been playing Soccer since he was 4 and continues to do so but now semi-professionally for the UPSL team, Artesia DES. He is also a very hard working student at CSULB majoring in Biology.

In this interview, we discuss his UPSL career, how he balances his difficult major and his passions, advice on playing professionally, as well as discuss a really crazy story at the end! If you have ever been interested in learning more about playing in the UPSL or how a student balances playing semi-professionally and school, then this interview is for you!

Also, if you are interested in learning more about Michael or interested in contacting him for advice or other opportunities, follow him on Instagram @michael_mildner!

And do not forget to leave us a 5 star review on iTunes and follow us @the.fa.show to stay updated on when our next interview will be coming out!