The LAFC Way

By Karl Harpur

Karl Harpur is an Irish writer living in Los Angeles. A huge football fan, he went to an LA Galaxy match in 2012 and never returned because 'MLS is shit!' Fast forward to June 2025 and a chance meetin... more

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How many episodes does The LAFC Way have?

The podcast currently has 4 episodes available.

The LAFC Way episodes:

March 18, 2026 What Does LAFC Mean To You?
In this Episode Karl took to Christmas Tree Lane and asked some fans: What does LAFC mean to you? The answers, although articulated differently, were remarkably similar. What is made abundantly clear is that LAFC is intwined into the DNA of this great city.

NOTE: This was originally a YouTube video so if you'd like to watch it, head over to the youtube channel.

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17min
February 20, 2026 The Day Son Heung-Min Facetimed Me & LAFC Supporter Groups.
In this episode Karl talks about his first ever Watch Party experience with the Tigers Supporter Group, becoming a member of the 3252 and a chance Facetime call with legendary South Korean player Son Heung-Min.

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30min
December 23, 2025 Finding BMO
After receiving a ticket from his new-found friend Dan, Karl makes the journey to BMO stadium to watch the Black & Gold of LAFC for the very first time. The trip to the stadium stirred up old memories of his first ever stadium experience back in early 80's Dublin and heading off to Dalymount Park to watch Bohemians with his Dad and two brothers.

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41min
December 05, 2025 The Road to LAFC Began in a Galaxy Too Far Away
From football snob and MLS skeptic to die-hard LAFC fan, this is the first episode of Irishman Karl Harpur's story into the world of Major League Soccer in his adopted hometown of Los Angeles.

Hungover in a hotel in West Hollywood, Karl was introduced to a quiet, unassuming guy by a friend of his. They bonded over a love of football and when Karl shared his one and only experience of MLS with him - a forgettable trip to the Home Depot stadium and home of LA Galaxy in 2012 - his new found friend suggested a visit to BMO Stadium and LAFC. Little did Karl know what this invitation would lead to...

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23min

FAQs about The LAFC Way:

How many episodes does The LAFC Way have?

The podcast currently has 4 episodes available.