Urban Pitch Podcast - The Beautiful Game of Life

At just 19 years old, Niko Tsakiris already has a wealth of experience both for club and country. He made his first team debut with the San Jose Earthquakes as a homegrown player at just 16, and has since blossomed into a key player for the club. For the United States, Tsakiris has featured for the United States youth national team in multiple tournaments, including the 2023 U-20 World Cup, and 2024 U-20 CONCACAF Championships, where he won the Golden Ball.

He stops by the Urban Pitch Podcast to discuss his international experience, making his pro debut at such a young age, and his thoughts on Bruce Arena joining the Earthquakes as head coach and sporting director.

(01:18) Growing up in San Jose and rising up the ranks with his hometown club

Cast

Hosts: Ramsey Abushahla, Julio Monterroza, & Brigitte Flores

Producer: Roy Cho

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Dodgers are World Series Champs, LA Galaxy is cruising, and LAFC won the MLS Western Conference — it's a good time to be in Los Angeles. Ramsey and Julio get into the latest LA happenings, including a new album from Tyler, the Creator, before getting into the thick of the Ballon d'Or controversy and the 2024 MLS Cup Playoffs!

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(00:37) The Dodgers winning the World Series and LA being the city of champions

Cast

Hosts: Ramsey Abushahla, Julio Monterroza, & Brigitte Flores

Producer: Roy Cho

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If you're a fan of soccer, you've probably come across Aaron West at some point or another. Whether it's his video work with COPA 90, covering the 2019 Women's World Cup with FOX, or his current position on the CBS Sports Golazo Network, Aaron has brought his unique insight, sense of humor, and sartorial acumen to countless outlets and mediums.

On the latest episode of the Urban Pitch Podcast, we were able to sit down with the multi-talented analyst to reminisce on our 2018 photoshoot, his journey in soccer from player to pundit, and his love for fashion and becoming known for dressing.

(03:33) The growth of women's soccer across the globe

Cast

Hosts: Ramsey Abushahla, Julio Monterroza, & Brigitte Flores

Producer: Roy Cho

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They say first impressions are everything, and the NWSL's new Boston expansion franchise didn't pass the test. BOS Nation FC is an interesting name on its own, but not as interesting as the club's "Too Many Balls" campaign that was quickly erased upon the backlash it received. We get into the botched introduction and more — including the Christian Pulisic load management issue — on the latest episode of the Urban Pitch Podcast!

(00:48) Julio's appearance at LA's Broadway Nights futsal event

Cast

Hosts: Ramsey Abushahla, Julio Monterroza, & Brigitte Flores

Producer: Roy Cho

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The football world doesn't stop spinning, and neither do we. On the latest episode of the Urban Pitch Podcast, Ramsey and Julio sit down to discuss the newly-released Venezia FC x NOCTA kits, the MLS MVP race, and expectations for Mauricio Pochettino's USMNT debut.

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(01:01) Drip check: The new Venezia FC x NOCTA kits

Cast

Hosts: Ramsey Abushahla, Julio Monterroza, & Brigitte Flores

Producer: Roy Cho

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Another Tuesday, another UP Podcast! This week, the crew sits down to discuss their fondest EA FC/FIFA soundtrack memories, Christian Pulisic's hot streak, and Brigitte's recent trip to Mexico!

Timestamps

(00:42) Brigitte's Mexico trip

Cast

Hosts: Ramsey Abushahla, Julio Monterroza, & Brigitte Flores

Producer: Roy Cho

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The radio industry has gone through numerous changes in the streaming era, but one thing that has remained constant: quality shines through. Whether it's the quality of the music, artist, or set list, audiences can always differentiate the good from the bad.

DJ Vinnie Mack is always about quality. Whether it's his daily set on Cali 93.9 or the Pa La Calle Podcast, he brings a highly curated taste and perspective to all of his work. We sit down with the LA native to discuss how he made it in the radio industry, his advice for up-and-coming artists on the rise, and how he came to love the beautiful game.

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(01:45) Vinnie's soccer background and growing in Los Angeles

Cast

Hosts: Ramsey Abushahla, Julio Monterroza, & Brigitte Flores

Producer: Roy Cho

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The Urban Pitch Podcast is back for another episode covering the latest news and updates in the soccer culture-verse. In this episode, Julio and Ramsey discuss Mauricio Pochettino officially becoming the next USMNT manager, LAFC's latest chance for a trophy at the US Open Cup, and Kendrick Lamar's highly anticipated Super Bowl performance.

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(00:49) Mauricio Pochettino officially unveiled as USMNT head coach

Cast

Hosts: Ramsey Abushahla, Julio Monterroza, & Brigitte Flores

Producer: Roy Cho

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The Ballon d'Or shortlists are out, and the debates on who should win football's most prestigious award are raging. From our picks to win it to egregious snubs left off the lists, we get into it all in the latest episode of the Urban Pitch Podcast. In addition, we also discuss the legendary career of Alex Morgan, who just announced her retirement and played in her final match last Sunday.

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(00:30) The Overtime FC x Kappa x Klarna kits we're rocking

Cast

Hosts: Ramsey Abushahla, Julio Monterroza, & Brigitte Flores

Producer: Roy Cho

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The summer's coming to a close, and that means a wild stretch of footy is now behind us. But the soccer world doesn't rest, and we're already into a new European season, while MLS and the NWSL sprint to the finish of their respective seasons as well.

On the latest episode of the Urban Pitch Podcast, the crew discusses the potential announcement of Mauricio Pochettino as USMNT manager, in addition to the polarizing new slate of third kits from Nike and CR7's venture into content creation.

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(02:19) Thoughts on the summer of footy

Cast

Hosts: Ramsey Abushahla, Julio Monterroza, & Brigitte Flores

Producer: Roy Cho

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