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Life is Soccer39 Life is Soccer - Why do Men dislike Megan Rapinoe? Has Gio Reyna Learned his Lesson? Napoli is unstoppable for the Scudetto. Serie A, AC Milan, Inter, Roma, Fiorentina, Juventus 15 Point Deduction!In this episode, the guys discuss more about the Gio Reyna saga. Why do men hate Megan Rapinoe? Does Napoli have the Scudetto title locked up? These topics and more!
2023-01-3026 minLife is Soccer38 Life is Soccer - Soccer Mom Madness: Gregg Berhalter, Giovanni Reyna, Claudio Reyna & Danielle Egan USMNT Debacle, Qatar World Cup Thoughts, Grant Wahl Death, Musiala is good, Tyler Adams is better, Messi is the Goat!In this packed episode, the boys talk about Argentina and the Qatar Word Cup, and the highs and lows of the beautiful game. Who was hot, and who was not? How did the US National team stack up? The boys also discuss the Gregg Berhalter & Gio Reyna family insane situation. This episode gets wild.Relax and enjoy the ride.
2023-01-0926 minLife is Soccer37 Life is Soccer - US Soccer is Sharing Profits between Men and Women. This is Fair? AC Milan wins Scudetto! Man City wins the Premiership! Cindy Parlow Cone, Megan Rapinoe, Alex Morgan, Rafael Leao, Tonali, Tomori, Maignon, ZlatanIn this controversial episode, the guys talk about US Soccer's decision to pool the proceeds for the respective Men's and Women's World Cups, and split the money in half. Is this really in the interest of fairness? Mancuso, Cicarelli, and Uncle Rino also talk about AC Milan's Scudetto title victory, and Manchester City's EPL title win. Enjoy the Show!!
2022-05-2723 minLife is Soccer36 Life is Soccer - Everyone Gets a Trophy! (No Keeping Score) Pep talks, Easter Soccer, Food Trucks, Hipster Soccer, Calcio, Forza Italia, Mbappe, Haaland, Van Dijk, De Bruyne, ZlatanIn this episode, Bobby, Mancuso, and Uncle Rino discuss Lamb on Easter, food trucks, and hipster culture. The guys also talk about trophies for everyone, and no keeping score in youth soccer. Is that a good idea? Who's idea was it? The men also talk about Italian calcio's current misfortunes and the possibility for future success. And pre pep talk pep talks... enjoy
2022-04-1523 minLife is Soccer35 Life is Soccer - Italy OUT of the Qatar World Cup! Italy gets slapped in the face by North Macedonia. No More Baggio, DelPiero, and Cassano. Gay Ukrainians? Still the same MLS? Safe Spaces in Calcio. Soccer in Poland. Legia Warsaw, JagielloniaIn this episode, Bobby, Mancuso, and uncle Rino talk about Italy's shocking loss to North Macedonia. They also discuss safe spaces in sports, Gay Ukrainians, and soccer in Poland. This episode is truly a slap in the face. Enjoy!
2022-04-0121 minLife is Soccer34 Life is Soccer - Broad-Cast...World Cup Qualification Time! All Women Announcers for Champions League? Why so Woke? Italian Soccer's Campions League failure. Park District Soccer Talk. Insigne, Chiesa, Bonucci, Verratti, Juventus, Inter, Milan.In this episode, Bobby Ciccarelli, Mancuso, and Uncle Rino discuss the failures of Italian soccer clubs in this year's Champions League. They also talk about the upcoming World Cup qualifications. The guys also debate the necessity of an all-women announcing panel during last week's Champions League. Who's idea was it at Paramount? Why so woke?
2022-03-2324 minLife is Soccer33 Life is Soccer - The old Italy is back again. Should Jorginho take penalties going forward? Why is everything so political? How to handle being dropped to the b-team. Scudetto!In this episode, the boys discuss the Italian national team's failure to win their qualification group for the World Cup 2022, and talk about the importance of penalty kick takers. They also get real on tattoos, drug addicts, and what type of men women are now attracted to. Also, is politics getting in the way of every aspect of life? We talk about that too. Listen, and enjoy.
2021-11-2223 minLife is Soccer32 Life is Soccer - Forza Italia! Italy wins Euro 2020! It's coming to Rome! Italia Prevails! Calcio Prevails! Donnarumma, Spinazzola, Jorginho, Chiellini, and Chiesa are on the all tournament team! Leo Messi wins the Copa America! ItaliansIn this episode of the show, Bobby Ciccarelli, Mancuso, and Uncle Rino celebrate Italy's deserved victory in the European Cup. They also talk about the post-game celebrations on Harlem Avenue. The guys also interview a few Italians to get their take on the climactic victory. And the boys briefly discuss the Copa America too... Enjoy the Show!
2021-07-2026 minLife is Soccer31 Life is Soccer - Chicago Fire Soccer Club has rebranded... again? Are American soccer academies helping or hurting? Why are Polish women so hot? Italia CalcioIn this episode, Bobby Ciccarelli, Mancuso, and Uncle Rino talk about the Chicago Fire re-rebrand. They also discuss American soccer academies and their impact on prospective American soccer talents. The guys also talk about Polish soccer moms, and the Italian national team's European chances, and an old Rino Gattuso rant... Listen now.
2021-07-0224 minLife is Soccer30 Life is Soccer - Mexico National Team Goal Kick Chants, SJW Megan Rapinoe is Victoria's Secret new spokesperson, Hot Soccer Moms, Who will win the Euros?In this episode, the guys discuss the Mexican National team fans derogatory chant of puto. They also talk about Social Justice Warrior, Megan Rapinoe who has recently been named Victoria's Secret Spokesperson. The boys also discuss the first round of the European Cup, and soccer moms.
2021-06-2322 minLife is Soccer29 Life is Soccer - Man City or Chelsea? Who cares? Why was there no hype in this year's Champions League? Do Referee's lack character? Penn State banned the word Freshman? Coaching changes in the Serie A. Gattuso, Pirlo, Mourinho, Inzaghi, Sarri, SpalletIn this episode, the boys talk about the lack of hype around this year's Champions League final. They also discuss the lack of character in soccer referees, Penn State's banning of the word Freshman, Serie A coaching changes, and how to deal with an insane person.
2021-06-0124 minLife is Soccer28 Life is Soccer - European Super League? Really? Is Gary Neville the voice of the people? Why are people not as upset about the human rights violations in Qatar? Are soccer academies necessary? Calcio in Chicago.In this episode, the boys discuss the ill-advised European Super League, and Gary Neville's epic take. Human rights violations are still plaguing the Qatar World Cup. They also delve deep into butt-kissing soccer parents,and the complete lack of encouragement to be brave from soccer academy coaches. Listen and Like.
2021-04-2924 minLife is Soccer27 Life Is Soccer - How important is it to listen to your body? Are soccer academies charging too much? Dealing with social issues in sports. The future of soccer in America. The importance of having an accent.In this episode, Bobby Ciccarelli and Mancuso discuss social justice in sports with a fellow soccer parent. Does having an accent prove you understand the game of soccer? Turns out, YES it does. Are academies overpriced ? YES. The guys also discuss how to listen to your body in soccer and life.
2021-04-2225 minLife is Soccer26 Life is Soccer - Interview with Argentine Footballer Adriano. Are Argentinians the Greatest Soccer Players? Discussing Social Justice in Life and Soccer, Is it a Good Idea to Bounce your Child from Team to Team?In this Episode, Bobby Ciccarelli Interviews former Argentine Footballer Adriano. The guys discuss whether Argentinians are the Greatest Soccer Players on Earth. They also talk about Social Justice in Life and Soccer, and whether it's a Good Idea to Bounce your Child from Team to Team? Uncle Rino adds his two cents as well. Enjoy the show!
2021-03-1022 minLife is Soccer25 Life is Soccer - What's wrong with the MLS? Are American sports operating under a socialist system? Are American sports owners exploiting the fans? Exploring promotion/relegation. Is the draft system working?In this episode of the show, Mancuso and Bobby Ciccarelli discuss the current state of the MLS. Is promotion/relegation an option in America? Are sports owners in America taking advantage of us? Why does the last place team get the first pick in the draft? Once again, the guys call upon Uncle Rino for his vast knowledge and guidance.
2021-01-2122 minLife is Soccer24 Life is Soccer - Diego Armando Maradona, Is he the Greatest Ever? 1982 World Cup Champion Paolo Rossi Passed Away. Weston McKennie is Tearing up the Serie A for Juventus. Is he the Best American Soccer Player? Do Mexicans follow Covid Restrictions?Bobby Ciccarelli and Mancuso discuss the passing of Diego Maradona, and discuss whether he is the greatest soccer player of all time. The two also discuss the passing of Paolo Rossi, star of the 1982 World Cup. Weston McKennie is thriving in the Serie A for Juventus. Could he be the best American to play soccer abroad? Finally, Bobby goes camping and gets Covid!
2020-12-1722 minLife is SoccerEpisode 23 Life is Soccer - Life is Soccer Presents: Bobby Ciccarelli, My (Almost) True Story. This docucast focuses on the high school soccer career of our very own Bobby Ciccarelli. The ups and downs of his early life in the game of soccer. From groSpecial Episode: Life is Soccer Presents: Bobby Ciccarelli, My (Almost) True Story. This docucast focuses on the high school soccer career of our very own Bobby Ciccarelli. The ups and downs of his early life in the game of soccer.
2020-11-1031 minLife is Soccer22 Life is Soccer - Life is Soccer Finally Lets the Fans Have Their Say, How to Handle Negative Feedback, Making a Top 100 List, Coddling of Children, Questioning the Motto: The Customer is Always Right, and the One vs One Soccer ChallengeIn this episode, Bobby Ciccarelli and Mancuso discuss how to deal with negative feedback. They also talk about making it on the Top 100 Sports Podcast List, and where the show will go from here. Bobby also challenges Mancuso to a one vs one soccer game... and the fans finally have their say. Enjoy the show!
2020-09-2321 minLife is Soccer21 Life is Soccer - Stereotypes in Soccer, Analysis of the Champions League Final, Barese Lifestyle, Are all the Covid Restrictions on Team Sports Necessary? Is Lionel Messi Leaving Barca? Will he end up in Serie A, Premier League, or League One?Bobby Ciccarelli, Mancuso, and Uncle Rino discuss the validity of soccer stereotypes. They discuss the Champions League final between Bayern Munich and PSG. They also talk about Lionel Messi's possible move away from Barcelona.
2020-08-2723 minLife is Soccer20 Life is Soccer - Finding the Secret Sauce to Becoming a Soccer Player. Marrying Strategically. Unpacking the Juventus Fino alla Fine Mantra. Is Andrea Pirlo Ready to Coach Juve? What does the Movie Kung-Fu Panda teach us about Soccer and Life?In this episode, Bobby Ciccarelli and Mancuso discuss how marrying strategically is the best way to produce a soccer player. They talk about finding the secret sauce to make it in soccer, the movie Kung-Fu Panda and how it relates to soccer and life, and other fun stuff. The guys also talk about the Juventus mantra, "Fino alla Fine", and whether or not Andrea Pirlo is ready for the big stage.
2020-08-1025 minLife is Soccer19 Life is Soccer - Is Paulo Dybala 's Girlfriend Brave? Steroids in Calcio, Shaking Covid Hands, Former Serie A Players in AmericaIn this fantastic episode, Bobby Ciccarelli and Mancuso talk about Paulo Dybala's Fiance's recent Instagram posts. Is she really brave or just narcissistic? The guys discuss steroids in calcio. The guys also talk about the return of suburban youth soccer. Finally, the guys are joined by former soccer great, Uncle Rino.
2020-07-2323 minLife is Soccer18 Life is Soccer - Hypocrisy in Soccer and Life... Pointing out Hypocrisy in Calcio. Are the US Women's National Team Player Hypocrites? Is Diving and Faking Injury in Soccer an Epidemic or an Art Form? Was Diego Maradona the Villain in the Hand of GodIn this episode, Bobby Ciccarelli and Mancuso discuss the hypocrisies in the game of soccer and those of life in general. The boys discuss the arrogance of some Women's National Team players, diving and injury faking in soccer, and English hypocrisy in regards to the legendary Hand of God game. The men also discuss Uncle Rino, and married men going to the grocery store.
2020-07-1326 minLife is Soccer17 Life is Soccer - Should You Play College Ball or go Straight to Pro Soccer? Learning from Gennaro Gattuso - The Good Side of Being Hard Headed in Calcio - Thoughts on the New Chicago Fire LogoIn this episode, Bobby Ciccarelli and Mancuso discuss whether it makes more sense to sign a professional soccer contract or go to college on an athletic scholarship. They also talk about the benefits of being hard-headed, being Calabrese, and Gennaro Gattuso. The two geniuses also discuss how to properly grill t-bone steaks, and the new Chicago Fire logo. Enjoy the show!
2020-07-0223 minLife is Soccer16 Life is Soccer - The Golden Rule of Life and Soccer & the Return of Serie A CalcioIn this episode, Bobby Ciccarelli and Mancuso discuss what it takes to be a winner on and off the soccer field, strategies for how to live life, and the golden rule. They also talk about the long awaited Serie A returning to play behind closed doors.
2020-06-2226 minLife is Soccer15 Life is Soccer - Prototypical Soccer Players and Fake Crowd NoiseIn this episode, Bobby Ciccarelli and Mancuso discuss some of the science behind soccer academies. They also talk about fake crowd noise at Bundesliga games, yoga moms, Greeks, and some listener feedback about the podcast. They also discuss the Zoom Loophole, goal-kick puto, and tailgate tacos.
2020-06-1027 minLife is Soccer14 Life is Soccer - Zoom Soccer Meetings & Christian Vieri's Serie A Immigrant Calcio StoryIn this episode of the show, Bobby Ciccarelli and Mancuso discuss zoom soccer meetings during the pandemic, and Bobo Vieri's immigrant story. They also discuss hot yoga soccer moms and the proper plating of pasta.
2020-05-2822 minLife is Soccer13 Life is Soccer - Calcio, Serie A, Wanting to be a DeeJay & Thoughts on The Last DanceIn this episode, Bobby Ciccarelli and Mancuso discuss growing up wanting to be a deejay in the Chicago area. They also talk about the national team versus club team debate. Finally, the men discuss Michael Jordan's highly touted documentary series, The Last Dance. Enjoy the show!!
2020-05-2023 minLife is Soccer12 Life is Soccer - Street Soccer Academies & Immigrant Mentality in CalcioIn this episode, Bobby Ciccarelli and Mancuso discuss what it's like to have a midlife crisis, the development of a street soccer academy facility, and immigrant mentality.
2020-05-1325 minLife is Soccer11 Life is Soccer - Italian National Team Hair and Soccer Pickup ArtistsBobby Ciccarelli and Mancuso discuss Italian National Team hair, Instagram live, picking up girls on the soccer field, and the best soccer strategies. They also discuss the artist Picasso and Confucianism.
2020-05-0626 minLife is Soccer10 Life is Soccer - Ending the DA Soccer Academy Program, and Why is Cindy Parlow Cone the US Soccer President?In this episode, Mancuso and Ciccarelli discuss the benefits of having no expectations in sport and life. They also talk about how to make the United States a world soccer powerhouse. Finally, the guys discuss the recent appointment of Cindy Parlow Cone to US Soccer President.
2020-04-2927 minLife is Soccer9 Life is Soccer - Global Soccer Pandemics, Serie A, and Family TimeIn this episode, Bobby Ciccarelli and Mancuso discuss the global pandemic, quality time with the family, and revolutionary soccer eras.
2020-04-2224 minLife is Soccer8 Life is Soccer - Bragging Parents, Growth Spurts, Pay to Play Soccer, and Calcio in ChicagoIn this episode, Bobby Ciccarelli and Mancuso discuss bragging soccer parents, pay to play soccer teams, and the current academy system in Chicago. They also talk about the advantages and disadvantages of early growth spurts in youth sports.
2020-04-1529 minLife is Soccer7 Life is Soccer - Lionel Messi or Cristiano Ronaldo? Tribalism in SportsIn this episode, Bobby Ciccarelli and Mancuso discuss tribalism in soccer. They also tackle the long heated debate: who's better? Lionel Messi or Cristiano Ronaldo?
2020-04-0825 minLife is Soccer6 Life is Soccer - Fair Weather Fans and High School SoccerIn this episode, Bobby Ciccarelli and Mancuso discuss fair weather fans, team loyalty, playing high school soccer, athletic achievements, and striving.
2020-04-0125 minLife is Soccer5 Life is Soccer - Crazy Soccer Parents, Child Superpowers, and ADHD in CalcioIn this episode, Bobby Ciccarelli and Mancuso discuss dealing with crazy soccer parents, children with ADHD, couples massages, cold showers, and Kobe Bryant.
2020-03-2529 minLife is Soccer4 Life is Soccer - Ethnic Soccer Leagues and Paying off the RefereeIn this episode, Bobby Ciccarelli and Mancuso discuss ethnic soccer leagues in Chicago, including European and Hispanic soccer leagues, Eastern European women, soccer in Pilsen, and smacking your kids.
2020-03-1928 minLife is Soccer3 Life is Soccer - Tryouts and Social MediaIn this episode, Ciccarelli and Mancuso discuss youth soccer tryouts, social media's impact on children, youth soccer in Italy, pronunciations, and soccer moms.
2020-03-1228 minLife is Soccer2 Life is Soccer - Post Game Snacks and European Soccer MomsIn this episode, Ciccarelli and Mancuso discuss how they came up with the title of the show, European soccer moms, post game snacks, and how the youth game has evolved in the Chicago area.
2020-03-1128 min
Life is Soccer1 Life is Soccer - Becoming a Soccer DadBobby Ciccarelli and Mancuso talk about becoming a soccer dad. They discuss the initial goals, intentions, and aspirations associated with becoming a first time soccer parent in the Chicago area. Topics include playing soccer in the basement, coaching park district soccer, ego, soccer moms and the origin stories of a sports parent.
2020-03-1134 min