Urban Pitch Podcast - The Beautiful Game Of Life

You might've heard already, but the world'd biggest name in soccer is heading to MLS. The crew had to get together to discuss the impact that Lionel Messi will have in Miami and across the country. But that wasn't all they had to share. USMNT alums Geoff Cameron and Brek Shea join Ramsey, Julio, and Brigitte to discuss their recent experience at TST, what they've been cooking up in retirement, and their thoughts on the perfect head coach for the current crop of USMNT players. Timestamps (01:01) Messi to MLS (18:36) The CONCACAF Champion League final (30:10) Geoff Cameron and Brek Shea join the podcast Cast Hosts: Ramsey Abushahla, Julio Monterroza, & Brigitte Flores Producer: Roy Cho Subscribe to our newsletter for more interviews and latest news on street football, freestyle, and urban culture, read more about soccer culture on our website, and follow us on Instagram, Twitter, TikTok, and Facebook.

The Urban Pitch Podcast crew is back to talk all things happening in the soccer-verse! Ramsey, Julio, and Brigitte get into Chris Klein and the LA Galaxy parting ways, who is the best fit for the USMNT manager, and if it could finally be City's time to hoist the elusive Champions League trophy. Timestamps (01:23) Chris Klein is out at LA Galaxy (19:19) The USMNT manager situation (30:49) Is every CONCACAF tournament a must-win for the USMNT? (35:40) Previewing the UEFA Champions League final Cast Hosts: Ramsey Abushahla, Julio Monterroza, & Brigitte Flores Producer: Roy Cho Subscribe to our newsletter for more interviews and latest news on street football, freestyle, and urban culture, read more about soccer culture on our website, and follow us on Instagram, Twitter, TikTok, and Facebook.

With a diverse sound that comes from his eclectic taste in music, it's hard to pigeonhole Ratcheton into one genre. From metal to cumbia to trap, the LA-based artist is versatile enough to do it all. On the latest episode of the podcast, Ratcheton joins the crew to discuss his journey in the music industry, how he reps hard for El Salvador, and what he's got cooking in the future. Timestamps (00:01:23) How Ratcheton became a friend of the pod (00:13:39) Getting into music, from working as an A&R to getting signed to a label himself (00:36:30) The rush of performing live (00:44:37) Being Salvadorian in the music industry and navigating the business side of things (00:53:08) Making a case for more plus-sized jerseys (01:05:00) What he's got in the works Cast Hosts: Ramsey Abushahla, Julio Monterroza, & Brigitte Flores Producer: Roy Cho Subscribe to our newsletter for more interviews and latest news on street football, freestyle, and urban culture, read more about soccer culture on our website, and follo

Tegan McGrady is a serial winner. Even before winning consecutive NWSL championships in 2021 and 2022, she was a national champion with Stanford in 2017. And while winning heals most problems, there are still plenty of ebbs in the career of a pro athlete. McGrady joins the Urban Pitch Podcast to discuss the highs and lows of her time in the NWSL — from contemplating retirement to the wild championship celebrations. Timestamps (01:30) Playing at Stanford and winning a national championship in 2017 (07:50) Tegan's experience with the Washington Spirit (10:40) Going to San Diego then getting traded to Portland (35:20) The young player takeover in the NWSL and the toughest players she's had to defend (45:00) Getting settled in in Portland and some of her favorite spots to hang out in the city (49:03) Her favorite Bay Area slaps (52:20) The new NWSL club coming to the Bay Area Cast Hosts: Ramsey Abushahla, Julio Monterroza, & Brigitte Flores Producer: Roy Cho Subscribe to our newsletter for more interviews and

Soccer has long thrived in Los Angeles. Whether it's pickup games, rec leagues, or the various pro teams, there's never a shortage of footy in La La Land. Helping cover the vibrant LA soccer scene is Gio Garcia, founder of LA Soccer Hub. Mainly focusing on LA Galaxy and LAFC, Garcia can be seen on his podcast, at the various tailgates before El Trafico interviewing fans, or covering the games themselves from the press box. We sit down with him to discuss whose tailgates are better, why LAFC runs LA, and how he's dealt with the fiery fan bases' banter in the comments section of his videos. Timestamps (01:53) Gio's journey in sports and the start of LA Soccer Hub (10:27) Whose tailgates are better — LAFC or LA Galaxy? (17:50) Dealing with fan banter in the comments section and differences between the LAFC and Galaxy fanbases (35:04) The LA Galaxy disconnect with the fans (47:58) Gio's football fandom between LAFC or LA Galaxy Cast Hosts: Ramsey Abushahla, Julio Monterroza, & Brigitte Flores Producer: Roy Ch

In the latest episode of the Urban Pitch Podcast, the crew discusses the latest happenings in the soccer culture-verse, including the LA sports takeover, where Lionel Messi is headed next, and why the next generation of NWSL players are already making their marks across the league. Plus, they unbox a special gift from FanInk! Timestamps (01:11) A special uboxing from FanInk (06:01) Angel City Brigade returning to LA Galaxy home matches (22:35) Messi's next chapter (33:37) LAFC's CONCACAF Champions League final run (42:44) The young player takeover in the NWSL Cast Hosts: Ramsey Abushahla, Julio Monterroza, & Brigitte Flores Producer: Roy Cho Subscribe to our newsletter for more interviews and latest news on street football, freestyle, and urban culture, read more about soccer culture on our website, and follow us on Instagram, Twitter, TikTok, and Facebook.

Coming off of a year where he won the MLS All-Star Game MVP and traveled to Qatar with the Canadian national team for a World Cup, the expectations surrounding Dayne St. Clair have risen. He's shown he's up to the task, and continues to show why he's one of the best young goalkeepers in MLS. He joins the Urban Pitch Podcast to discuss Canada's "Golden Generation," the experience at Qatar 2022, and what he gets up to off the pitch. Timestamps (01:19) The pressure to win a trophy during the Canada national team's "Golden Generation" and Dayne's thoughts on their performance at the 2022 World Cup (10:22) Looking ahead to the Nations League and Gold Cup competitions this summer (17:50) The differences between the CanMNT players in Europe vs. those playing in MLS (19:54) His experience with Minnesota United and making the 2022 MLS All-Star Game (35:40) Taking things off the pitch: His taste in music, cooking, and places to hang out in Toronto Cast Hosts: Ramsey Abushahla, Julio Monterroza, &

After retiring from pro soccer at just 28, Darian Jenkins knew she had a future on the business side of sports, but she didn't think she'd land a job so quickly. As chief of staff with Gotham FC, she's in a position to continue the growth of the league and usher it into a new era. We sit down with Jenkins to see how she landed the gig so quickly, reminisce on her playing days, and see where the future of women's soccer is headed. Timestamps (01:13) What "chief of staff" of Gotham FC entails (11:30) Darian's decision to retire and head into the front office (14:02) The college experience at UCLA (21:47) Differences in playing in the U.S., France, and Australia and the growth of the women's game (36:40) Some of the toughest players she played against Cast Hosts: Ramsey Abushahla, Julio Monterroza, & Brigitte Flores Producer: Roy Cho Subscribe to our newsletter for more interviews and latest news on street football, freestyle, and urban culture, read more about soccer culture on our website, and fo

With another installment of the LAFC vs. LA Galaxy behind us, the Urban Pitch Podcast crew discusses the current state of both clubs — from the Galaxy fan situation to the pressure on LAFC to repeat or bring home additional hardware this season. Then, they take a look at both the USMNT and USWNT's upcoming matches, including the Allstate Clasico and Gold Cup for the men's side and the 2023 World Cup on the women's side. Timestamps (02:05) The current state of the El Trafico derby between LAFC and LA Galaxy (27:00) The upcoming USMNT vs. Mexico showdown at the Allstate Clasico (41:15) The current state of the USWNT after the recent string of friendlies Cast Hosts: Ramsey Abushahla, Julio Monterroza, & Brigitte Flores Producer: Roy Cho Subscribe to our newsletter for more interviews and latest news on street football, freestyle, and urban culture, read more about soccer culture on our website, and follow us on Instagram, Twitter, TikTok, and Facebook.

In a special episode of the Urban Pitch Podcast, the crew each drafts seven former guests for their ultimate 5-a-side squad! In addition, they discuss the new 2023 World Cup kit releases, the NWSL expansion side coming to the Bay, and more headlines from the soccer-culture verse. Timestamps (02:17) The 2023 World Cup kit releases, and adidas vs. Nike (15:40) Denis Bouanga's hot streak (18:00) The Urban Pitch Podcast guest draft (46:58) The new NWSL club expansion team coming to the Bay Area Cast Hosts: Ramsey Abushahla, Julio Monterroza, & Brigitte Flores Producer: Roy Cho Subscribe to our newsletter for more interviews and latest news on street football, freestyle, and urban culture, read more about soccer culture on our website, and follow us on Instagram, Twitter, TikTok, and Facebook.

With a solid MLS career under his belt, Keegan Rosenberry has built a reputation for himself as one of the top defenders in the league. Since being traded from the Philadelphia Union to the Colorado Rapids in 2019, he's been a mainstay in the Mile High City's backfield. We catch up with Rosenberry to get his thoughts on playing in Denver, how he became the team barber, and what MLS players look for in a significant other. Timestamps (01:25) Keegan's soccer background and early days in soccer (06:39) Playing in college at Georgetown and making a transition to the pro ranks (15:11) Making the MLS All-Star team his rookie season and how that set up the rest of his career (21:28) Getting traded from Philadelphia to Colorado and getting used to his new club (35:55) Becoming the team barber (44:51) Brigitte's corner: Keegan's private IG, his family life, and what MLS players look for in a partner Cast Hosts: Ramsey Abushahla, Julio Monterroza, & Brigitte Flores Producer: Roy Cho Subscribe to our newsletter for

In another solo episode, Ramsey, Julio, and Brigitte catch up on the latest soccer headlines, including the start of the MLS and NWSL seasons, the new MLS All-Star Game format, and the return of 'Ted Lasso.' Timestamps 03:00 Getting back into the MLS season and the vibes in the LA stadiums 18:40 The new MLS All-Star Game format 23:37 Are there too many competitions in American soccer? 35:30 NWSL: Kits, FIFA renderings, and Angel City FC's outlook for 2023 46:37 Ted Lasso season 3 and overall thoughts on the show Cast Hosts: Ramsey Abushahla, Julio Monterroza, & Brigitte Flores Producer: Roy Cho Subscribe to our newsletter for more interviews and latest news on street football, freestyle, and urban culture, read more about soccer culture on our website, and follow us on Instagram, Twitter, TikTok, and Facebook.

With a new club and new family, it's been a wild past few years for Memo Rodriguez. After spending over a decade in the Houston Dynamo organization — from the youth ranks to the USL affiliate to the first team — Rodriguez joined the LA Galaxy this offseason, where he's looking to not only continue his solid MLS career but also compete for trophies. We sat down with the veteran midfielder to discuss how he's gotten on with his new club, what he misses most from Texas, and how he spends his time with his teammates off the pitch (spoiler: it involves reality dating shows). Timestamps 02:08 Getting married, having a kid, and getting used to playing for a new club 26:49 California vs. Texas and getting used to the LA lifestyle 39:40 What he gets up to off the pitch 48:39 Start, Bench, Cut round Cast Hosts: Ramsey Abushahla, Julio Monterroza, & Brigitte Flores Producer: Roy Cho Subscribe to our newsletter for more interviews and latest news on street football, freestyle, and urban culture, read more about socce

You know we had to do it big for episode 100! We brought on some of the Urban Pitch fam that has been with us since day one to celebrate the momentous occasion and look back on our collective growth in our respective fields. The guest list includes: Olympic medalist and ex-pro Lauren Sesselmann, music artist Feefa, pro freestylers Caitlyn Schrepfer and Lizzy Calderon, Urban Pitch founder John Lee, and a special cameo from LAFC goalkeeper Abraham Romero. Things get super chaotic and crazy, but would you expect anything less from the Urban Pitch crew? Timestamps 00:07:00 An opening toast and looking back at our respective journeys in soccer and together 00:15:36 Men vs. women in co-ed pickup games 00:28:42 Cait and Lizzy's growth in the freestyle scene both competitively and commercially 00:39:45 The development of soccer IQ in the United States 01:00:18 The This or That drinking segment 01:14:45 LAFC goalkeeper Abraham Romero joins the show Cast Hosts: Ramsey Abushahla, Julio Monterroza, & Brigitte Flores

From winning an MLS Cup Championship to playing in a World Cup, 2022 was a landmark year for Kellyn Acosta. But the midfielder has his eyes set on more in 2023. We were able to sit down with the LAFC star to discuss his iconic foul on Gareth Bale and the overall experience at the 2022 World Cup (01:20), the current USMNT and what it was like breaking through with the team (07:25), coming up in the renowned FC Dallas Academy and making his MLS debut (16:40), the upcoming MLS season (21:49), his interest in fashion and taking his game to the next level in LA (30:39), who has the best shoe game on the USMNT and LAFC (39:28), his thoughts on LAFC's prospects in 2023 (44:33), and his skincare routine (48:06).

A new MLS season is upon us, which means new kits! The Urban Pitch Podcast sits down to unbox a special gift from the Colorado Rapids (00:01:43), then they discuss their favorite (00:07:48) and least favorite (00:42:50) 2023 MLS kits. Cast Hosts: Ramsey Abushahla, Julio Monterroza, & Brigitte Flores Producer: Roy Cho Subscribe to our newsletter for more interviews and latest news on street football, freestyle, and urban culture, read more about soccer culture on our website, and follow us on Instagram, Twitter, TikTok, and Facebook.

Covering everything from a potential new 18-team MLS format to kit leaks and the next USMNT manager, the Urban Pitch Podcast crew is back with all the vibes and headlines in the soccer-verse. Ramsey, Julio, and Brigitte sit down to discuss potential changes to the MLS Playoffs format (03:21), LAFC's "savvy" business moves (18:13), 2023 MLS kit leaks (26:20), Jesse Marsch's short tenure at Leeds United and the potential next USMNT manager (35:28), and what's next for the LA Galaxy (48:00). Cast Hosts: Ramsey Abushahla, Julio Monterroza, & Brigitte Flores Producer: Roy Cho Subscribe to our newsletter for more interviews and latest news on street football, freestyle, and urban culture, read more about soccer culture on our website, and follow us on Instagram, Twitter, TikTok, and Facebook.  

After a one-week hiatus, the Urban Pitch Podcast crew is back to give you the hottest takes on all things football culture. Today's episode covers the USMNT friendlies in LA (01:45), Chicho Arango leaving LAFC (08:47), Weston McKennie's loan to Leeds United (12:21), LAFC 2's announcement and MLS Next Pro vs. USL Championship (17:17), MLS' storytelling problem (24:36), and Julian Araujo's failed transfer to FC Barcelona (44:55). Cast Hosts: Ramsey Abushahla, Julio Monterroza, & Brigitte Flores Producer: Roy Cho Subscribe to our newsletter for more interviews and latest news on street football, freestyle, and urban culture, read more about soccer culture on our website, and follow us on Instagram, Twitter, TikTok, and Facebook.  

The soccer world knows no shortage of drama. The latest episode of the Urban Pitch Podcast covers only but a few of the burning topics that have been coursing through the veins of the beautiful game. Ramsey, Julio, and Brigitte sit down to discuss their thoughts on LAFC and Angel City's new stadium name: BMO Stadium (01:56), LA Galaxy supporters' threat to boycott games (08:39), Shakira's Gerard Piqué diss track (32:10), and the greatest diss tracks of all time (42:30).   Cast   Hosts: Ramsey Abushahla, Julio Monterroza, & Brigitte Flores   Producer: Roy Cho   Subscribe to our newsletter for more interviews and latest news on street football, freestyle, and urban culture, read more about soccer culture on our website, and follow us on Instagram, Twitter, TikTok, and Facebook.

An artist, host, and entrepreneur, Devin Kirtz is a man of many talents — so much so that even his own wife has trouble explaining his multi-faceted career. At the root of Kirtz's versatility is a passion for music and soccer. He played on the Wingers, Red Bull's freestyle football team that has been described as the "Harlem Globetrotters of Soccer," and while touring with the team he would record music in his hotel room. His background in soccer and comfortability on the mic led him to hosting soccer events with brands like Nike and adidas, which eventually led him getting linked up with U.S. Soccer. Recently removed from his trip to Qatar as the United States men's national team's official in-stadium host, Kirtz joins the Urban Pitch Podcast to discuss his many talents and how he describes himself (02:40), becoming the official MC for U.S. Soccer (07:38), playing with the Red Bull Wingers against professional competition (12:50), why Messi is his GOAT, but not favorite (17:09), inventing the Baden