Urban Pitch Podcast - The Beautiful Game of Life

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Urban Pitch Podcast - The Beautiful Game of Life episodes

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
June 25 251. The World Cup Vibes are VIBIN' ft. NYT's Emmanuel Morgan
We're two weeks into the 2026 World Cup, and things couldn't have gotten off to a better start. We may not know what day it is, we may be in a constant state of sleep deprivation, but it's all worth it, because the action on the pitch and in the streets has been incredible to witness.
Helping us break down the whirlwind start to the Mundial is New York Times sports and entertainment writer Emmanuel Morgan! We discuss the Mexico-South Korea scenes in LA, the USMNT's hot start, and why Ronaldo is officially washed.
(02:26) The crazy scenes from Mexico vs. South Korea
(09:30) Which host nation has done the best so far?
(17:20) The World Cup final halftime show
(22:20) Emmanuel's sports and entertainment coverage for the New York Times
(34:00) The USMNT's hot start
(40:00) Overall World Cup vibes
Cast
Hosts: Ramsey Abushahla, Julio Monterroza, & Brigitte Flores
Producer: Roy Cho
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55 min
June 17 250. World Cup Fever: Is the USMNT the Truth?
It's been a whirlwind of a start to the 2026 World Cup, and we're absolutely here for it. Ramsey and Julio break down the biggest moments from the tournament so far, including the USMNT's huge 4-1 win over Paraguay, and the atmosphere both in and out of the stadiums.
Timestamps
(00:23) World Cup fever and the USMNT's dominant opening match
(17:07) Mexico's opening win vs. South Africa and their chances moving forward
(24:16) USMNT vs. Australia predictions
(27:49) Takeaways from the first few days of the World Cup
Cast
Hosts: Ramsey Abushahla, Julio Monterroza, & Brigitte Flores
Producer: Roy Cho
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35 min
June 03 249. USMNT Roster Takes, Pochettino's Commitment, and Upcoming Events
We're just over a week removed from the biggest sporting event in the world, and we couldn't be more excited. On the latest episode of the Urban Pitch Podcast, we go into the USMNT roster and the subsequent outrage it caused, Pochettino's potential exit following the tournament, and some of the community events that we'll be attending throughout the summer.
(00:43) The World Cup is around the corner: USMNT roster takes
(14:01) Phone calls vs. emails
(19:59) Is Pochettino on his way out?
(26:17) World Cup events in the community both past and upcoming
Cast
Hosts: Ramsey Abushahla, Julio Monterroza, & Brigitte Flores
Producer: Roy Cho
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36 min
May 26 248. The World Cup-themed BuzzBallz are Diabolical
When we saw that BuzzBallz were coming out with a soccer-themed collection ahead of the 2026 World Cup, we knew we were going to have to eventually try them out. In what might be the most chaotic episode of the Urban Pitch Podcast, we do just that, trying to guess all seven flavors along the way.
00:30 Trying out the World Cup-themed BuzzBallz
06:08 Is England in trouble?
26:09 Neymar's inclusion to the Brazil roster
Cast
Hosts: Ramsey Abushahla, Julio Monterroza, & Brigitte Flores
Producer: Roy Cho
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36 min
May 19 247. LA's Public Transit, NOS Parties, and Hot Take Merchants
Less than 30 days until the 2026 World Cup, and the fever is really starting to kick in. On the latest episode of the Urban Pitch podcast, we discuss LA's lowkey underrated public transit system, the Theo Hernandez controversy, and why former players become hot take merchants once they get into the media space after retirement.
(00:30) World Cup concern vs. excitement
(02:13) LA's public transit improvement
(10:39) Theo Hernandez and laughing gas
(16:08) Hot take merchants in the media space
(24:56) The potential USMNT World Cup roster
Cast
Hosts: Ramsey Abushahla, Julio Monterroza, & Brigitte Flores
Producer: Roy Cho
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37 min
May 13 246. Angel City FC's Sveindís Jónsdóttir is a Major Green Flag
Since joining Angel City FC midway through the 2025 NWSL season, Sveindís Jónsdóttir has been a threat. A hot start to 2026 saw her score three goals to go with two assists through the first three games, and she'll be a key to the club's success the rest of the season.
But she's also been a threat off the pitch, as she was the consensus pick as the player her teammates wouldn't let their sons date. We got to the bottom of it all — examining her thoughts on the 2026 Angel City FC season, and why she's not the red flag that her teammates think she is.
(00:53) Is Sveindís a red flag?
(03:50) The dynamic with the Angel City FC team
(07:00) The 2026 Angel City FC season
(14:57) Hanging out off the field
(22:40) Living in LA: What's surprised her and what has disappointed her
(30:20) What's on Sveindís' playlist
Cast
Hosts: Ramsey Abushahla, Julio Monterroza, & Brigitte Flores
Producer: Roy Cho
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35 min
May 05 245. Can LAFC Get Over the CONCACAF Champions Cup Hump?
In a fierce CONCACAF Champions Cup semifinals tie against Toluca, LAFC has a chance to go to their third CCC final since 2020. Can the Black and Gold come home with a trophy this time?
In addition, we discuss Cobi Jones' new statue, the UEFA Champions League semis, and the season four trailer of 'Ted Lasso' on the latest episode of the Urban Pitch Podcast!
Timestamps
(00:30) Hosting the Futbol Fan Zone at Fiesta Broadway
(03:10) LAFC's history at the CONCACAF Champions Cup: Can they get over the hump?
(12:33) Cobi Jones' statue unveiling, and who should get the next LA Galaxy statue
(22:46) The incredible Bayern vs. PSG Champions League match
(32:20) Ted Lasso season 4 trailer
Cast
Hosts: Ramsey Abushahla, Julio Monterroza, & Brigitte Flores
Producer: Roy Cho
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40 min
April 29 244. Recording Artist ATM Danny
If you've been to an LA Galaxy game over the past two seasons, there's a good chance you've heard ATM Danny's "Trophie'd Up," which has become an anthem for the historic MLS club. The LA native joins the latest episode of the Urban Pitch Podcast to discuss growing up in the San Fernando Valley, getting his love for soccer and the Galaxy, and the footballers that make the best music.
(01:21) Growing up in The Valley and the cultural importance of the 818
(05:40) Becoming a Galaxy fan and creating an anthem for the team in the run to the 2024 MLS Cup (25:50) Is it that difficult to make a team anthem?
(32:50) Footballers that make music
(35:22) His upcoming tour and favorite places to perform
Cast
Hosts: Ramsey Abushahla, Julio Monterroza, & Brigitte Flores
Producer: Roy Cho
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43 min