Urban Pitch Podcast - The Beautiful Game of Life

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Urban Pitch Podcast - The Beautiful Game of Life episodes

November 26, 2024 183. Martino Out in Miami, and Pulisic's Controversial Dance Moves
It was another wild week in the world of soccer. We get into Tata Martino's surprise resignation, the USMNT's resounding victory over Jamaica in the CONCACAF Nations League quarterfinals, and Christian Pulisic's controversial goal celebration.
(00:55) What we're thankful for
(03:05) Tata Martino out at Inter Miami
(19:19) USMNT's victory over Jamaica and Christian Pulisic's goal celebration
(29:46) Mexico vs. Honduras and fan misconduct
Cast
Hosts: Ramsey Abushahla, Julio Monterroza, & Brigitte Flores
Producer: Roy Cho
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39 min
November 19, 2024 182. Hija de tu Madre Founder Patty Delgado
With an uncompromising commitment to Latina fashion, Hija de tu Madre has quickly become a staple in communities across the globe. Founder and head designer Patty Delgado has used her experiences growing up in Los Angeles and its surrounding areas to create a brand that showcases Latina culture in a vibrant style.
Her brand's momentum has led to a handful of high profile collaborations, including with Angel City FC. Along with club sponsor Klarna, Hija de tu Madre linked up with ACFC to create a "Del Alma de Los Angeles" collection, which features a zip jacket, tee, hat, and tote bag.
Patty joined the latest episode of the Urban Pitch Podcast to talk about the collab, growing up in LA, and how her hustle and intuition led to her brand's growing success.
Timestamps
(01:50) Growing up in Los Angeles
(10:00) Choosing the name Hija de tu Madre and building momentum
(20:41)Collaborating with Angel City FC
(29:30) Soccer's influence in fashion and the growing Mexican x Central American alliance
(33:30) Advice to those starting out
(44:34) Creating the Preguntas card game
(50:09) Her music playlist
Cast
Hosts: Ramsey Abushahla, Julio Monterroza, & Brigitte Flores
Producer: Roy Cho
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56 min
November 12, 2024 181. San Jose Earthquakes Midfielder Niko Tsakiris
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
(07:21) His academy experience and the future of youth development in the U.S.
(13:30) Making his first team debut
(19:58) Thoughts on Bruce Arena joining the Earthquakes as head coach and sporting director
(22:18) Locker room dynamic and playing with leaders like Jeremy Ebobisse
(25:23) Winning the golden ball at the 2024 U-20 CONCACAF championship
(28:13) The atmosphere at youth international tournaments
(32:00) His education process and getting his high school diploma
(37:02) Offseason goals
(43:04) What's on Niko's playlist
Cast
Hosts: Ramsey Abushahla, Julio Monterroza, & Brigitte Flores
Producer: Roy Cho
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47 min
November 05, 2024 180. LA is So Back! Plus: Ballon d'Or Controversy & MLS Playoffs
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!
Timestamps
(00:37) The Dodgers winning the World Series and LA being the city of champions
(07:48) Tyler, the Creator's new album
(14:58) Ballon d'Or controversy
(28:02) Real Madrid's bigger problems
(33:02) MLS Playoffs
Cast
Hosts: Ramsey Abushahla, Julio Monterroza, & Brigitte Flores
Producer: Roy Cho
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40 min
October 29, 2024 179. CBS Sports Personality and Fit Merchant Aaron West
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
(10:55) Aaron's soccer background growing up in North Carolina
(25:10) The development of young American talent
(38:25) Aaron's sense of fashion and how he got his love for putting that sh*t on
(46:50) The music on his playlist
Cast
Hosts: Ramsey Abushahla, Julio Monterroza, & Brigitte Flores
Producer: Roy Cho
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52 min
October 22, 2024 178. Pulisic's Load Management and BOS Nation FC's Balls-y Debut
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
(04:14) Pochettino's debut as USMNT coach
(14:23) Christian Pulisic's load management controversy
(25:53) BOS Nation FC's wild introductory campaign
Cast
Hosts: Ramsey Abushahla, Julio Monterroza, & Brigitte Flores
Producer: Roy Cho
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39 min
October 15, 2024 177. The MLS MVP Race, New Venezia Kits, and Pochettino's USMNT Debut
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.
Timestamps
(01:01) Drip check: The new Venezia FC x NOCTA kits
(10:42) Mauricio Pochettino's USMNT debut
(20:40) The MLS MVP race
Cast
Hosts: Ramsey Abushahla, Julio Monterroza, & Brigitte Flores
Producer: Roy Cho
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33 min
October 08, 2024 176. Favorite EA FC/FIFA Soundtrack Memories & Pulisic's Hot Streak
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
(14:55) EA FC 25's soundtrack
(31:06) Christian Pulisic's hot streak
(41:01) Julio and Brigitte's rec league adventures
Cast
Hosts: Ramsey Abushahla, Julio Monterroza, & Brigitte Flores
Producer: Roy Cho
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50 min
September 24, 2024 175. DJ Vinnie Mack
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.
Timestamps
(01:45) Vinnie's soccer background and growing in Los Angeles
(10:20) Getting into the radio industry and how he programs his music
(41:04) The LA soccer scene and the El Trafico rivalry
(53:55) The Pa La Calle Podcast
Cast
Hosts: Ramsey Abushahla, Julio Monterroza, & Brigitte Flores
Producer: Roy Cho
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1 hr
September 17, 2024 174: A New Start for USMNT, Kendrick Lamar's Super Bowl, and Panic Time for LAFC?
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.
Timestamps
(00:49) Mauricio Pochettino officially unveiled as USMNT head coach
(16:40) MLS's failure to recognize international breaks
(20:29) Another chance for LAFC to win a trophy
(28:02) Kendrick Lamar's Super Bowl halftime show announcement
(37:05) Music we've been listening to
(40:51) Nike's Cortez x Tiempo fusion shoe
Cast
Hosts: Ramsey Abushahla, Julio Monterroza, & Brigitte Flores
Producer: Roy Cho
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45 min