Urban Pitch Podcast - The Beautiful Game of Life

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Urban Pitch Podcast - The Beautiful Game of Life episodes

September 29 261. Sports Renaissance Woman Brittany Gilman
From pro athlete to strength coach to agent, author, and entrepreneur, there are few, if any, facets of the sports world that Brittany Gilman hasn't seen. She joins the latest episode of the Urban Pitch Podcast to discuss her diverse career that has brought her to the snowboard halfpipe, the USC football weight room, and some of the biggest sporting events in the world.
(02:35) Brittany's background as a pro snowboarder
(15:15) Becoming a strength coach for USC football during their golden age
(22:39) Going from American football to global football
(30:50) Being a woman in a male dominated field
Cast
Hosts: Ramsey Abushahla, Julio Monterroza, & Brigitte Flores
Producers: Roy Cho & Allen Paez
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47 min
September 16 260. The Ballon d'Or Race is Heating Up
The shortlist for both the men's and women's Ballons d'Or have been released, and the crew dives into who should win each award, along with the nebulous subjective criteria that always seems to get the people debating.
Timestamps
(02:15) The Ballon d'Or race: What does the award really mean?
(11:17) The women's race
(19:32) The men's race
Cast
Hosts: Ramsey Abushahla, Julio Monterroza, & Brigitte Flores
Producers: Roy Cho & Allen Paez
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51 min
September 08 259. Will Pro/Rel move the needle in American soccer? Ft. Adi Azran
With the USL proposing to implement promotion and relegation by 2028, there's been plenty talk of whether the country is ready for such a massive change to the soccer landscape. To help us discuss the topic, we bring back one of our favorite soccer creators in the game, Adi Azran!
(02:57) Adi's post-World Cup experience
(12:09) Daejon Love and scammers across sports
(19:42) Will pro/rel move the needle in American soccer?
(46:08) What's next for Adi
Cast
Hosts: Ramsey Abushahla, Julio Monterroza, & Brigitte Flores
Producers: Roy Cho & Allen Paez
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52 min
September 02 258. Rayadas Legend Christina Burkenroad
Scoring over 100 goals in six seasons with Monterrey, recently retired striker Christina Burkenroad leaves the club as one of the best players in its storied history. She returns to the Urban Pitch Podcast to discuss her success in Mexico, differences between Liga Femenil and the NWSL, and what lies ahead of her in her post-playing career.
*Editors note: Due to a technical error, the audio on Julio's mic did not record properly. We apologize for the lower quality.
(02:35) Finding a home in Liga MX Femenil with Monterrey
(22:45) The added investment into Rayadas since she's joined the team
(27:57) Getting to play for the Mexico national team
(33:48) Announcing her retirement and what went into the decision
(41:24) The future of youth soccer in the United States
(49:27) Why she's so excited about MLS
Cast
Hosts: Ramsey Abushahla, Julio Monterroza, & Brigitte Flores
Producers: Roy Cho & Allen Paez
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54 min
August 25 257. New Kit Szn: The Best and Worst 2026-27 Releases
Another season, another crop of kit releases to parse through. From hipster favs to big time flops, we break down the best and worst kit designs across European football!
(02:18) Our overall thoughts on the 2026-27 kit drops
(05:55) Our favorite kits
(12:10) Thoughts on the kits from our favorite teams
(25:55) Which league had the best kits?
(31:21) Nike vs. adidas and other standout brands
(39:13) The worst kits
Cast
Hosts: Ramsey Abushahla, Julio Monterroza, & Brigitte Flores
Producers: Roy Cho & Allen Paez
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47 min
August 18 256. The Summer of Soccer Continues!
After a brief summer respite, the Urban Pitch Podcast is back! We get back into all of the latest soccer headlines, including the Leagues Cup, MLS Archive Collection, and more!
Timestamps
04:51 The ongoing summer of soccer: MLS and Leagues Cup
14:00 The new MLS Archive Collection
30:40 Messi's heartbreaking loss, and the constant Ronaldo debate
36:41 The NWSL and the 2027 FIFA Women's World Cup
Cast
Hosts: Ramsey Abushahla, Julio Monterroza, & Brigitte Flores
Producers: Roy Cho & Allen Paez
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41 min
July 22 255. Breaking Down the World Cup Final!
After a whirlwind six weeks, the 2026 FIFA World Cup has come to an end. We break down the tense final between Spain and Argentina, review the chaotic halftime show, and discuss where the 2026 edition lands in the pantheon of World Cup history on the latest episode of the Urban Pitch Podcast.
Timestamps
02:00 The 2026 World Cup Final
11:45 Reviewing the halftime show
25:21 Where does this World Cup stand amongst the rest?
36:25 The future of soccer in America
Cast
Hosts: Ramsey Abushahla, Julio Monterroza, & Brigitte Flores
Producers: Roy Cho & Allen Paez
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46 min
July 15 254. World Cup Semis and USMNT vs. El Tri ft. Matt Marshall
The 2026 FIFA World Cup is down to its final four teams. We break down each nation's chance of winning it all, before giving an exit review for both the United States and Mexico. Joining us to help out is a returning guest, EatPrayBall's Matt Marshall!
Timestamps
(0:00:55) Breaking down the final four teams at the 2026 World Cup
(0:41:41) Why Mexico leaves the tournament in a much better spot than the United States
Cast
Hosts: Ramsey Abushahla, Julio Monterroza, & Brigitte Flores
Producers: Roy Cho & Allen Paez
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1 hr 12 min
July 08 253. Carolina Ascent Midfielder Lily Nabet
Growing up in LA, Lily Nabet didn't foresee pro soccer in her future — but here she is, preparing for her sixth season in the pro ranks.
She made the move from NWSL side Angel City FC to the USL Super League's Carolina Ascent at the beginning of the calendar year, and she's found a new home in a familiar place, as she played collegiately at Duke. She joins the Urban Pitch Podcast to discuss her career journey, Persian background, and thoughts on the 2026 World Cup.
(01:20) World Cup fever in the U.S. and the tough breaks for the Iran national team
(07:49) Growing up Persian in Los Angeles
(10:30) Getting drafted by Angel City FC and her college experience at Duke
(19:00) Going to the USL Super League and differences between the NWSL
(24:33) Getting into fashion and her personal style
(34:09) The upcoming USL Super League season with Carolina Ascent
(40:26) What Lily's been listening to
Cast
Hosts: Ramsey Abushahla, Julio Monterroza, & Brigitte Flores
Producers: Roy Cho & Allen Paez
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45 min
June 30 252. Football Legend Séan Garnier
It's not always we get to sit down with a legend in the game, but when we do, we make it count. From nutmegging Neymar and winning countless street and freestyle football tournaments to creating a new sport with UBF 1v1, Séan Garnier has mastered his craft and stayed on top of the game for longer than most in the space.
He joins the latest episode of the Urban Pitch Podcast to discuss his journey in football, the latest UBF 1v1 tour, and why France has the world's best ballers.
00:54 Séan's World Cup experience
05:53 His longevity in the game and understanding his purpose
13:15 Creating UBF 1v1 29:15 Séan's relationship with Red Bull
34:53 His playlist and final shoutouts
Cast
Hosts: Ramsey Abushahla, Julio Monterroza, & Brigitte Flores
Producers: Roy Cho & Allen Paez
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47 min