Urban Pitch Podcast - The Beautiful Game of Life

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Urban Pitch Podcast - The Beautiful Game of Life episodes

November 21, 2023 133. 'Next Goal Wins' and our Favorite Soccer Movies
While there have certainly been a litany of sports movies over the years, an alarmingly few of them have been focused on soccer. With some exceptions, Hollywood has largely ignored the beautiful game and world's most popular sport. However, 'Next Goal Wins,' directed by Taika Waititi, made its theatrical release last week, and that got us thinking, what are some of our favorite films centered around soccer?
In addition, the UP Podcast crew discusses the footy-inspired NBA in-season tournament and what other elements from soccer the league can implement, a look ahead to the MLS Cup Playoffs, and more controversy surrounding Megan Rapinoe.
Timestamps
(00:02:31) The release of 'Next Goal Wins' and our favorite soccer movies
(00:18:44) Pitching our ideal soccer movie
(00:36:45) The NBA's in-season tournament and other things it could get from soccer
(00:48:50) The MLS Cup Playoffs
(00:51:26) The NWSL Championship game and Megan Rapinoe's controversial comments
Cast
Hosts: Ramsey Abushahla, Julio Monterroza, & Brigitte Flores
Producer: Roy Cho
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1 hr 2 min
November 14, 2023 132. No World Cup in LA?
After hosting the past three World Cup finals in the United States, Los Angeles could miss out on the tournament entirely when it returns in 2026. The UP Podcast crew gets into the battle for Los Angeles, in addition to the MLS Cup Playoffs and the apparent end of Chicharito's time with the LA Galaxy.
Timestamps
(02:40) Is the 2026 World Cup going to miss Los Angeles?
(22:57) The MLS Cup Playoffs new format
(29:00) How does LAFC look heading into the next round of the playoffs?
(33:16) Chicharito's time in LA: How will it be remembered?
(41:30) The NWSL Championship Game
Cast
Hosts: Ramsey Abushahla, Julio Monterroza, & Brigitte Flores
Producer: Roy Cho
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44 min
November 07, 2023 131. She Knows Arsenal's Jessica Black
Like many of us, Jessica Black wasn't quite sure what was in her future during the early stages of the pandemic. A creative mind by nature and a die-hard Arsenal fan, she did what came naturally — created a few social media accounts and started talking about the team she loved. Her passion for her team resonated with fellow Gunners and EPL fans, and her She Knows Arsenal channel has nearly 20,000 subscribers and over 2 million total views.
She joined the Urban Pitch Podcast crew to discuss her origins in soccer media, being a woman in the industry and the chances of the current Arsenal squad to win a trophy this year.
Timestamps
(02:23) How Jessica became an LAFC fan
(06:40) Her Arsenal fandom and growing up as a soccer player and fan
(16:40) Living in London, getting used to the food and rabid soccer culture
(33:38) Being a woman in the sports space and dealing with trolls
(45:50) Playing college soccer
(50:00) The current Arsenal squad and their chances at winning a trophy this year
Cast
Hosts: Ramsey Abushahla, Julio Monterroza, & Brigitte Flores
Producer: Roy Cho
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58 min
October 31, 2023 130. LAFC Forward Nathan Ordaz
Before LAFC had a first team, Nathan Ordaz was a part of the club. Rising through the youth ranks all the way up to the first team, Ordaz has shown plenty of promise despite still being in his teens. The 19-year-old forward has scored twice for LAFC, with both goals coming in back-to-back Leagues Cup matches. Despite playing alongside an extremely talented crop of attacking players, Ordaz has seen his playing time increase as the season has gone on, and is eager to take advantage of his growing opportunities with the club. He joins the Urban Pitch Podcast crew to discuss coming up in the LAFC Academy, making his club debut in a wild U.S. Open Cup match, and his go-to postgame vibe song.
Timestamps
(01:31) Growing up in Los Angeles' San Fernando Valley
(05:25) Coming up in the LAFC Academy and the experience with the first team
(13:26) His debut against Monterey Bay in the US Open Cup
(19:35) Growing up in a Salvadoran and Mexican household
(21:09) Off the pitch: Go-karting, dirt biking, and his favorite music
(28:00) Getting prepared for the MLS Cup Playoffs
Cast
Hosts: Ramsey Abushahla, Julio Monterroza, & Brigitte Flores
Producer: Roy Cho
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32 min
October 27, 2023 129. The Music Episode with Feefa
It's a music-centric episode of the Urban Pitch Podcast, and friend of the show and multi-talented music artist Feefa drops by to share some knowledge about his time in the industry, how coming up with Kool & the Gang taught him about the ins and outs of creating music, and some of his favorite artists today.
Timestamps
(03:00) Feefa's background in music as a performing artist, writer, and producer
(14:20) The current state of the music industry
(39:25) Our favorite lyricists of all time and the best artists today
Cast
Hosts: Ramsey Abushahla, Julio Monterroza, & Brigitte Flores
Producer: Roy Cho
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57 min
October 10, 2023 128. EA Sports FC 24 & the Ratings of UP Podcast Guests
As we can expect around this time of year, the newest soccer video game has hit the shelves — but this year things are a little different. As their rights contract with FIFA was not renewed last year, EA Sports had to switch up the title of their soccer franchise, aptly calling it EA Sports FC 24. Will it have an effect on sales and perception?
The UP Podcast crew (minus Brigitte) goes through the latest release as well as the ratings of some of the pro players that they've had on the show.
Timestamps
(02:15) EA Sports FC 24's release: will the new name affect its perception?
(12:25) The iconic FIFA soundtracks and online gaming
(20:09) The EA Sports FC 24 player ratings of Urban Pitch Podcast guests
Cast
Hosts: Ramsey Abushahla, Julio Monterroza, & Brigitte Flores
Producer: Roy Cho
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51 min
October 03, 2023 127. Campeones Cup, the U.S. Open Cup Final, & Brigitte's New Job at LAFC
Between the Campeones Cup between LAFC and Tigres and U.S. Open Cup Final between Miami and Houston, It was a busy week in North American soccer. Throw in the final push to the MLS Cup Playoffs and it's no wonder that players are beginning to complain about the packed schedule. Fortunately for us, all the games and competitions give us plenty to talk about on the Urban Pitch Podcast.
This week, Ramsey, Julio, and Brigitte discuss the two cup finals this week, along with Brigitte's new gig at LAFC and Angel City FC's bright future.
Timestamps
(08:36) The Campeones Cup: LAFC's tough loss, roster restrictions, and awkward timing
(24:00) Brigitte's corner: Her new role with LAFC
(32:23) The U.S. Open Cup Final
(44:00) Angel City' FCs push to the playoffs
Cast
Hosts: Ramsey Abushahla, Julio Monterroza, & Brigitte Flores
Producer: Roy Cho
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57 min
September 26, 2023 126. Death at the Derby
Perhaps two of the world's most recognized cultures, it's only natural that hip-hop and soccer eventually would collide. For the Death at the Derby team of Cousin Feo, Lord Juco, and DJ Dubplates, it's been a slow burn of combining the two platforms over the past four years. With an upcoming "Capitano" project in the works, we sit down with the talented trio to discuss flying under the radar, building an international fan base, and being able to work with the LA Galaxy on various projects.
Timestamps
(02:19) The latest with the Death at the Derby crew and Cousin Feo getting banned on Instagram
(08:43) The strategy to push more physical media in a mostly digital landscape
(16:20) How they've been able to amass an international following
(21:40) The upcoming "Capitano" project and plans for the future
(30:00) Cousin Feo's opportunity to work with the LA Galaxy and Juco's Toronto FC fandom
(42:44) Staying true to their sound and mixing soccer culture with hip-hop

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58 min
September 19, 2023 125. Messi in LA, El Trafico, & the Push to the MLS Cup Playoffs
It's another Ramsey-less episode, and it looks like Julio and Brigitte are getting used to it. The co-executive directors of vibes get into the latest happenings in MLS, including the recent El Trafico derby, Messi's pit stop in LA, and the late-season push to the MLS Cup Playoffs.
Timestamps
(01:55) Julio's business trip to Portland
(12:39) Messi's arrival in Los Angeles
(31:16) El Trafico and the importance of the match
(41:48) Which club has a better chance at making the playoffs: LA Galaxy or Inter Miami?
(47:47) Brigitte's golf escapades
Cast
Hosts: Ramsey Abushahla, Julio Monterroza, & Brigitte Flores
Producer: Roy Cho
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50 min
September 12, 2023 124. Apple TV/MLS Broadcaster Moises Linares
Whether he was getting into fights as a kid or fighting to break into the sports broadcasting industry, Moises Linares' perseverance has carried him to great success. Now a part of Apple TV's MLS broadcasting crew, he joins the Urban Pitch Podcast to discuss how he got into the world of sports journalism, his proud El Salvador roots, and what games he has on his bucket list.
Timestamps

(03:31) Moises' background in broadcasting and his journey in soccer
(19:35) Breaking into the industry as a Salvadorian
(28:00) Growing up in Los Angeles and getting into fights as a kid
(36:34) Getting brought on to Apple TV
(41:53) What's next for Moises
Cast
Hosts: Ramsey Abushahla, Julio Monterroza, & Brigitte Flores
Producer: Roy Cho
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56 min