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The Footy TravelersEp 70 | How we did 5 Copa América AND Euro 2024 matches in 5 daysWe are back together in today’s episode to talk all about our Intercontinental Summer Tour: our 18-day North American and European adventure that had us at both the Copa America and Euro 2024, attending a total of 7 tournament matches, 5 of which, between the two of us were in 5 different cities, on 5 consecutive days, and… as you can probably guess, across 2 different continents. Passionate? We are. A bit crazy? Perhaps. Borderline psychotic?… we… are… seeing someone about that. Labels aside, in this episode we run through our itinerary, answer a listener FFT question, and leave you with some great footy travel tip...2024-08-0755 minThe Footy TravelersEp 69: Part 2 | What Happened at the Copa America Final? (FFT Eyewitness Accounts)In a riveting episode we weren’t necessarily planning on, we dive deep into the pandemonium that unfolded ahead of the Copa America Final at Hard Rock Stadium in Miami, FL on Sunday, July 14. We’re joined by four FFTs who were there that evening, as well as one who attended the previous Colombia match (the Copa semi-final), each bringing a unique perspective on the chaotic events of that unforgettable night. Guests: Najjah Calibur - International match host who has performed recently at World Cup 2022 & AFC Asian Cup 2023. Najjah was the stadium MC that night. 2024-07-2142 minThe Footy TravelersEp 69: Part 1 | What Happened at the Copa America Final? (FFT Eyewitness Accounts)In a riveting episode we weren’t necessarily planning on, we dive deep into the pandemonium that unfolded ahead of the Copa America Final at Hard Rock Stadium in Miami, FL on Sunday, July 14. We’re joined by four FFTs who were there that evening, as well as one who attended the previous Colombia match (the Copa semi-final), each bringing a unique perspective on the chaotic events of that unforgettable night. Guests: Najjah Calibur - International match host who has performed recently at World Cup 2022 & AFC Asian Cup 2023. Najjah was the stadium MC that night. 2024-07-2131 minThe Footy TravelersEp 68 | Euro and Copa America 2024 with Scuffed's Adam BelzEuros and Copa America are finally both underway, and the Footy Travelers are about to take flight to games for both tournaments. So what better way to get into the mood than a conversation about European football, its American counterpart, and some fun Copa America events happening this summer with the Scuffed Podcast’s Adam Belz? Tune in, get (even more) stoked for all the footy to be watched, and get ready for the Footy Travelers Intercontinental Summer Tour - a crazy thing you can follow on Instagram if you’re bored (@footytravelers). Foot(y)notes: This...2024-06-2141 minThe Footy TravelersEp 67 | NTK Series: EURO 2024 Event Guide highlights, traveling through Germany, and what to do in each host cityIn this episode, join Colin and Mike as they prepare for their EURO 2024 journey! Chock full of hearty laughs as they make hilarious, but objectively terrible, attempts at pronouncing* German city names — who knew Gelsenkirchen could be such a tongue twister?! - this episode has everything you need to know (NTK) about inter-city travel and things to do ‘beyond the grounds’ in each of Germany’s host cities. Spoiler alert: there will be plenty of opportunities to drop into a biergarten! Foot(y)notes: Don’t miss the official event guide for EURO 2024, with all the details yo...2024-06-0436 minThe Footy TravelersEp 66 | Heart of the Gunners: Arsenal Doc's Touching Gesture to Young Fan on Family TripWe don’t encourage self-pity, but after this past Championship Sunday in the Premier League, Colin is looking for a little pick-me-up. Luckily, the Footy Travelers podcast isn’t just informative, well-traveled stories, but ones that might warm your heart as well. And this week’s episode is exactly that - a story of the ‘invincible’ kindness of one of Arsenal’s medical staff in bringing a truly transformative footy travel adventure to life for a total stranger, specifically a young boy, Ryan Surrell, from the D.C./Maryland area. Cheeky Arsenal v Chelsea banter provided at no additional cost. 2024-05-2229 minThe Footy TravelersEp 65 | How to get kicked out of a Premier League matchThey say the clothes make the man. Although we would say, the clothes make the fan. Especially if that fan is heading into a stadium for a club match. Wearing away gear. And is not planning on sitting in the away supporters section. In which case, we say, the clothes make the fan… a target. In today’s episode, our guest, FFT Rob Cervantes, shares an experience he had recently wearing Crystal Palace gear into Tottenham Hotspur Stadium - and then promptly getting kicked out. It’s a story that comes with a lesson for all footy travelers: know before...2024-05-0940 minThe Footy TravelersEp 64 | Remembering Grant Wahl & Being Detained at World Cup Qatar 2022 w/ FFT Brian DavisWorld Cup 2022 was a bizarre story that began in 2010, over a decade before the tournament even kicked off. It was (still is we suppose) a story centered on corruption, human rights, and a gaudy display of power and wealth. It was also a bizarre experience on the ground, for fans, journalists, and even the teams playing (probably). It was made even more bizarre for American fans, and in particular fans, friends, and family of journalist Grant Wahl after Grant collapsed in the press box of the Argentina/Netherlands quarterfinal, and was later pronounced dead at Hamad General Hospital. Anyone w...2024-04-2439 minThe Footy TravelersEp 63 | Welcome to Wrexham (IRL)...as in "In Real Life" (we know Wrexham isn't in Ireland - duh!). That's right! Today's guests went and lived out your favorite footy documentary (or Mike's at least) in person. Join us as we chat with return FTP guests Mark "Eagleman" Cranston and Lila "Wonder Woman" Asnani about their recent trip to Wales for Wrexham home and away matches, and, of course, some great travel tips - not the least of which is how to get your hands on some sometimes hard-to-come-by match tickets. Foot(y)notes: Learn more about Mark & Lila's trip to Wrexham...2024-04-1044 minThe Footy TravelersEp 62 | "Allez Les Bleus!" - On stage at the World Cup draw w/ Didier Deschamps + Paris 2024 insights from French superfan familyOne question we’ve been asked a lot recently is whether or not we’re planning to attend and cover any Olympic soccer matches this summer in Paris. We will be in Europe for EURO 2024 in Germany after all. Sadly though, we can’t do it all. So, we figured we’d deliver the next best thing. In today’s episode we’re bringing you a recent conversation with French Football Superfans Pascal, Joris, & Lennie - a father, son and daughter trio we met in Qatar during World Cup 2022. And if you’re a fan who pays attention to al...2024-03-2749 minThe Footy TravelersEp 61: Part 2 | Life as a World Cup and International Match Host w/ Najjah CaliburIf you’ve attended or watched a major international soccer tournament recently, you’ve probably noticed an increasing prevalence of on-field and in-seat match hosts (and Coldplay), getting the crowd hyped for the game during the pre-game and half-time periods. In today’s episode, we’re joined, not simply by ‘one of these in-game hosts’, but perhaps by one of the most dynamic, positive-vibe energetic hosts out there right now - Najjah Calibur. This is Part 2 of our conversation w/ this incredible international match host, and amazing international footy traveler. If you missed Part 1, we recommend starting with that, j...2024-03-1329 minThe Footy TravelersEp 61: Part 1 | Life as a World Cup and International Match Host w/ Najjah CaliburIf you’ve attended or watched a major international soccer tournament recently, you’ve probably noticed an increasing prevalence of on-field and in-seat match hosts (and Coldplay), getting the crowd hyped for the game during the pre-game and half-time periods. In today’s episode, we’re joined, not simply by ‘one of these in-game hosts’, but perhaps by one of the most dynamic, positive-vibe energetic hosts out there right now - Najjah Calibur. A self-described ‘Spice Man’ from Grenada, living in Toronto, Najjah has hosted matches at both Men’s and Women’s World Cups, CONCACAF Gold Cups, and most recently at Janua...2024-03-0637 minThe Footy TravelersBONUS Episode | Lessons from the CONMEBOL Presale: How to buy tickets for Copa America 2024We're back with a debrief from Danny Navarro (@TravelFutbolFan; D.C. area) and Matt Marshall (@EatPrayBall; Los Angeles) following the CONMEBOL pre-sale window that opened on Thursday, February 22. Danny and Matt react to their experiences logging in and hunting for tickets, and share what to expect once tickets open up to the general public on February 28th. Colin also walks through his process and shares tips for getting to the front of the ticketing queue. If you want Copa tickets, you want to listen to this episode! Foot(y)notes: Visit the official ticket page of t...2024-02-2322 minThe Footy TravelersEp 60 | LET'S COPAAAAA (and Euro)!!! How to get tickets to the Copa America and Euro 2024 tournamentsFINALLY! CONMEBOL has announced the release date for tickets to Copa America 2024 games. And it's... still "later" (February 28 to be exact). But hey, at least it's within the same calendar month that we're releasing this episode on it all! In this Footy Travelers "Need to Know NTK)" episode, we go coast to coast with FFT guests in Danny Navarro (@TravelFutbolFan; D.C. area) and Matt Marshall (@EatPrayBall; Los Angeles) to discuss where to get official Copa tickets, which platforms each host stadium is selling tickets on, and some awesome ideas for how to maximize attending both the Copa America...2024-02-2147 minThe Footy TravelersEp 59 | How Eurosport Created a Marriage: A Footy Travelers' Love StoryIf you don't remember getting the Eurosport catalog in the mail as a kid, we hope you're spending your youth wisely (Stretch more, drink less by the way. You're welcome!). We also invite you to look up the history of Soccer.com. If you do remember that precious piece of periodical product propoganda, we're sure you never thought it could catalyze true, deep and commited love... to another soccer fan. Except that in the case of our guests today, it did. In this, our (first annual?) Valentine's Day Special (because why not?), we bring you Sylvia & Jason Donovan, two...2024-02-1446 minThe Footy TravelersEp 58 | FTP Presents: "The Football War" from Everything Everywhere Daily** NEW EPISODE next week** As we reset and record new episodes coming later this spring, we’re bringing you episodes of other soccer- or travel-related podcasts that we think you’ll enjoy - and this week’s presentation is a great one! It’s an episode from “Everything Everywhere Daily”, a daily podcast that covers absolutely anything, and everything. Today, the Footy Travelers Podcast presents Everything Everywhere Daily’s episode: The Football War (El Salvador vs. Honduras). If you like what you hear from Everything Everywhere Daily: Subscribe to their Apple Podcasts feed, or... to their Spot...2024-02-0814 minThe Footy TravelersEp 57 | FTP Presents: Soccer in Snow & SmokeIn this week's winter episode presentation, we're sharing ESPN Missoula's show "Soccer in Snow & Smoke", hosted by Andrew Houghton - specifially, the episode we joined as guests during our trip to Australia & New Zealand for the 2023 Women's World Cup. As Andrew describes this episode: "Colin and Mike are two friends and former college teammates who have combined their passions to create The Footy Travelers, a podcast all about soccer and traveling the world. Live from Australia, they were kind enough to join me on Soccer In Snow & Smoke to talk all about their travel experiences at this...2024-01-2451 minThe Footy TravelersEp 56 | FTP Presents: Counterspective Season 1, Ep 5 - Russia Beyond the World Cup (Art, Architecture, and Rap)Technically, FTP is on a production break, but we don’t want you, our loyal listener, to go without great footy travel content, so we’re bringing you episodes of other footy, travel, or footy-travel podcasts we think you’ll enjoy. And we’re starting with something very special… …the entire 1st season of Counterspective. Counterspective is another Fyper Media podcast, and Season 1 was the precursor to the Footy Travelers Podcast. It was released in the summer of 2019, a year after Mike and Colin's third World Cup: Russia 2018. As you’ll quickly learn, it goes well-beyond the...2024-01-1049 minThe Footy TravelersEp 55 | FTP Presents: Counterspective Season 1, Ep 4 - Georgia on my... plate?Technically, FTP is on a production break, but we don’t want you, our loyal listener, to go without great footy travel content, so we’re bringing you episodes of other footy, travel, or footy-travel podcasts we think you’ll enjoy. And we’re starting with something very special… …the entire 1st season of Counterspective. Counterspective is another Fyper Media podcast, and Season 1 was the precursor to the Footy Travelers Podcast. It was released in the summer of 2019, a year after Mike and Colin's third World Cup: Russia 2018. As you’ll quickly learn, it goes well-beyond the...2024-01-0330 minThe Footy TravelersEp 54 | FTP Presents: Counterspective Season 1, Ep 3 - Vodka BreakfastTechnically, FTP is on a production break, but we don’t want you, our loyal listener, to go without great footy travel content, so we’re bringing you episodes of other footy, travel, or footy-travel podcasts we think you’ll enjoy. And we’re starting with something very special… …the entire 1st season of Counterspective. Counterspective is another Fyper Media podcast, and Season 1 was the precursor to the Footy Travelers Podcast. It was released in the summer of 2019, a year after Mike and Colin's third World Cup: Russia 2018. As you’ll quickly learn, it goes well-beyond the...2023-12-2748 minThe Footy TravelersEp 53 | FTP Presents: Counterspective Season 1, Ep 2 - FIFA, Footy, & Russian HooligansTechnically, FTP is on a production break, but we don’t want you, our loyal listener, to go without great footy travel content, so we’re bringing you episodes of other footy, travel, or footy-travel podcasts we think you’ll enjoy. And we’re starting with something very special… …the entire 1st season of Counterspective. Counterspective is another Fyper Media podcast, and Season 1 was the precursor to the Footy Travelers Podcast. It was released in the summer of 2019, a year after Mike and Colin's third World Cup: Russia 2018. As you’ll quickly learn, it goes well-beyond the...2023-12-2031 minThe Footy TravelersEp 52 | FTP Presents: Counterspective Season 1, Ep 1 - This is CounterspectiveTechnically, FTP is on a production break, but we don’t want you, our loyal listener, to go without great footy travel content, so we’re bringing you episodes of other footy, travel, or footy-travel podcasts we think you’ll enjoy. And we’re starting with something very special… …the entire 1st season of Counterspective. Counterspective is another Fyper Media podcast, and Season 1 was the precursor to the Footy Travelers Podcast. It was released in the summer of 2019, a year after Mike and Colin's third World Cup: Russia 2018. As you’ll quickly learn, it goes well-beyond the...2023-12-1333 minThe Footy TravelersEp 51 | Footy Travel as a Journalist - Part 2 w/ NWSL photo-freelancer Georgia SoaresWelcome to Part 2 of our behind the scenes look at what it was like to ‘footy travel’ as a professional journalist covering Women’s World Cup 2023 (aka, the biggest women’s football tournament ever) this past July and August. In this episode, Colin chats with Georgia Soares, a footy photo-journalist originally from Brasil, currently plying her trade out of Philadelphia, largely with the NWSL and some of the teams based on the east coast. We discuss the award-winning Christen Press photo that sparked her recent succces, what it was like to mix it up on the field with World Cup Cham...2023-11-2946 minThe Footy TravelersEp 50 | FTP's 50th Episode PARTYYYY!!! (feat. Listener and FFT Q&A)We made it!!! Well, at least to Episode 50. Jury's still out on whether we've fully 'arrived' in the footy, travel, and/or podcast worlds (you can help with that below by the way). As we celebrate our 50th full episode, we share some tips for Liga MX tickets following a recent trip to Mexico City (both Cruz Azul and Club America games at the Azteca - very nice!) and answer FFT questions about all things footy travel. Up next... 50 more! EPISODE OUTLINE 0:02:27 | Recapping Mexico City and tips for tickets to Liga MX games 0:13:07...2023-11-201h 11The Footy TravelersEp 49 | Footy Travel as a Journalist - Part 1 w/ The Athletic and SB Nation's Kudzi Musarurwa**LAST CHANCE to be featured in Episode 50!!** For our 50th episode, the Footy Travelers want you to send in your footy travel questions for us. Whatever the question, record yours on a voice memo app, try keep to keep it to 30 seconds or less, and email it to FyperMedia@gmail.com. Tell us your name, where you’re from, and tune in to Episode 50 to hear your question answered, right here on the Footy Travelers Podcast! **** Welcome to Part 1 of our behind the scenes look at what it was like to ‘footy travel’ as a pr...2023-11-011h 13The Footy TravelersEp 48 | Serendipitous & Diplomatic Footy Travel in South America and the Country FKA SwazilandIf you haven't realized it yet, soccer (aka 'actual football') is a great way to connect with people from countries and cultures around the world. And especially for us Americans, it can serve as a diplomatic avenue to show an appreciation for others' cultures. Today's episode discusses that very idea, but also what it's like to simply stumble upon opportunities, almost serendipitously, to add some footy into your pre-existing travel plans. We hope you enjoy this one, as our guest, Keving Godlberg, recalls two such instances, both of them involving World Cup Qualifiers - one in 2004 in Argentina, the...2023-10-181h 03The Footy TravelersEp 47 | Football for good, the WoSo community, & impact in Jamaica w/ Football For the World's Monica BosiljevacIn today's episode, we chat with Monica Bosiljevac, a footy traveler for good, doing good, as the Executive Director of not one, but two 'footy with purpose' organizations: Football For the World, and AO Impact. Monica shares her experiences as a footy traveler in places like Jamaica, Tanzania, and most recently, Australia and New Zealand for the Women's World Cup 2023. Oh and a brief stop at a taxidermy-decorated restaurant. Don't miss that part of the episode! Good stuff there for sure. 00:50 | Intro 03:57 | Welcome to Monica & her footy traveler origin story 09:21 | Monica's take on...2023-10-0459 minThe Footy TravelersBONUS Episode | Extra time (aka 'Fergie Time') w/ ESPN Senior Writer Mark OgdenHere’s a little ‘added time’ to our discussion with ESPN senior football writer, Mark Ogden. Or shall we call it ‘Fergie time’? As you’ll hear in this bonus content, Mark had some unique and exclusive access to Manchester United and its legendary manager back in the ‘good old days.’ Although one time… ‘Oggy’ apparently went too far. Enjoy!2023-09-2006 minThe Footy TravelersEp 46 | Champions League in Iceland, Manchester United in Kazakhstan, & Argentina's Superclásico w/ ESPN Senior Writer Mark OgdenToday we’re joined by ESPN senior football writer, Mark Ogden. Having been a professional football journalist (and a professional footy traveler) since at least the early ‘noughties’, Mark is an absolute treasure trove of stories. No cheeky or pithy description today. This outline speaks for itself: ----- 00:00:00 | Introduction & welcome 00:04:07 | Mark’s ESPN and footy traveler origin story 00:07:47 | The internet’s impact on Mark’s work (& life) 00:12:45 | Keeping the list of all 54+ ‘countries been’ for footy 00:15:10 | Traveling to Iceland for Champions League preliminary rounds 00:18:09 | Interviewing the modern day f...2023-09-201h 10The Footy TravelersEp 45 | US Soccer's Next World Title & its ENTs w/ World Cup Champion Rebecca OstranderRemember the last time the US won a World Cup title? It was on the women's side of course (go figure!). Down 1-0 at halftime, but clawing back and getting it done 4-2 in a thrilling session of overtime against a formidable Australian side. No?! You don't remember? Oh, right! You're probably thinking of 2019, when the USWNT won in France. Well guess what? That wasn't the last time the US won a World Cup title, and we're here to talk about it! In this episode, Colin chats with fellow footy traveler (and World Cup Champion!) Rebecca Ostrander...2023-09-1329 min
The Footy TravelersEp 44 | FTP at WWC23: Post-Tournament & Post-Travel Review w/ Matt Marshall of Eat Pray BallFellow Footy Travelers, as you know, we are back stateside. And honestly, it doesn’t feel great! After such an incredible month at the 2023 Women’s World Cup, both the jet lag and the post-vacation blues hit us hard, so we’re here to talk about it. Join as we welcome FFT Matt Marshall of the Eat Pray Ball Podcast to the show, to debrief our thoughts, feelings, and major takeaways from what was arguably the best Women’s World Cup ever (so far)! Foot(y)notes: We spent entirely too much time talking about jet lag...2023-09-051h 07
The Footy TravelersEp 43 | FTP at WWC23: The Footy Travelers Go to Prison & the "Coast-to-Coast" Perth and Sydney ReviewAustralia's no longer a British penal colony, but that doesn't mean you can't find yourself in a colonial-era prison like the Footy Travelers did in Fremantle, Western Australia. Listen in for all the juicy details, as Colin & Mike recall the last week of their WWC23 adventure through Aotearoa New Zealand & Australia - a Perth to Sydney 'coast-to-coast' week that saw them downing oysters with old friends, commiserating with local Matildas fans at FIFA Fan Fest, sipping beers while tossing balls across beautifully manicured seaside lawns, and most importantly... attending their first ever WORLD CUP FINAL! F...2023-09-0455 min
The Footy TravelersEp 42 | FTP at WWC23: Mike Grabs Coach Beard's Butt & Victoria, Australia ReviewTrue story! Mike's hand rested gently on Brendan Hunt's (aka Coach Beard from Ted Lasso) butt for roughly 3-5 seconds. A moment he will always remember and one Brendan may wish to forget. Join us in this episode for this and other stories from our time in the great Australian state of Victoria during our travels for Women's World Cup 2023. We spot some koalas in their natural habitat, some kangaroos in a particularly peculiar place, and expand our footy experiences at one of the greatest Aussie rules football matches the AFL has seen this season! Speaking of which, we...2023-08-1845 min
The Footy TravelersEp 41 | FTP at WWC23: Joining the Mile High Club & New Zealand South Island ReviewThe Footy Travelers join the Mile High Club (no, not that Mile High Club), by recording this episode on an airplane! In this one, we discuss our travel-focused time on New Zealand's South Island - foregoing any in-stadium matches but still repping loud and proud in our onsies in some local Kiwi pubs. Spots discussed include Marlborough wine country, Kaikoura, and Christchurch. Foot(y)notes: Must see's/do's of the north-eastern quadrant of the South Island include... Stopping by the Slip Inn in Havelock for some green-lipped mussels Doing a wine tasting tour via b...2023-08-0934 min
The Footy TravelersEp 40 | FTP at WWC23: First Days of Tournament & New Zealand North Island ReviewWelcome to the "FTP at Women’s World Cup 2023" series, where we bring you a more in-depth look at our experience traveling for and during the Women’s World Cup in New Zealand and Australia. We’re starting with our North Island review, because… well that’s where this trip began. As we recalled just over a week’s worth of footy travel, and recorded on one of the inter-island ferries in the middle of the Cook Strait, Mike and I discuss our second World Cup opening match experience, and share some travel recs and tips in and around places like...2023-08-0347 minThe Footy TravelersEp 39 | FTP Presents: Eat Pray Ball w/ Footy Travel Drone Pilot Matt MarshallBefore the Footy Travelers flew south to chase that World Cup feeling (and winter) down unda', Colin sat down with Matt Marshall of the Eat Pray Ball Podcast in Matt's LA studio to chat all about footy travel, World Cup soccer, and the growth of the women's game across the globe. Listen here for the first half of the conversation, or head straight to the Eat Pray Ball YouTube channel to get the full (video) episode: https://youtu.be/QX3E-r1SClw Foot(y)notes: Matt is also an exceptional drone pilot who captures i...2023-07-2930 min
The Footy TravelersEp 38 | World Cup NTK Series: Last minute tickets for WWC '23 and host city must-do'sThe Footy Travelers are on their way to Aotearoa New Zealand and Australia for the Women's World Cup 2023, and they have everything you need to know about the stadiums and cities hosting all 64 matches. Along the way Colin & Mike address ticketing updates, including the FIFA ticket resale platform, and a super secret, insider way to get tickets to the World Cup Final! Foot(y)notes: If you're still looking for tickets to Women's World Cup mathces, you can check the FIFA ticketing page for availability, or head straight to the ticket resale platform for better...2023-07-2051 minThe Footy TravelersEp 37: Part 2 | Chatting Between Clean Sheets w/ American Superfan Cheyenne FosterThis is Part 2 of our conversation with American superfan, Cheyenne Foster - aka @btwnCleanSheets. If you haven't listened to Part 1 yet, do that first. If you have aready, well... enjoy! ;-) Foot(y)notes: You can check out Cheyenne's work (@btwncleansheets, unless otherwise noted) on all your favorite social media platforms: YouTube (@BetweenCleanSheets) Instagram TikTok Twitter **OUR FIRST PROMOTIONAL OFFER - from Laird Superfood** Are you ready to feel more energized, focused, and supported? Go to https://zen.ai/ftp and add nourishing, plant-based foods to fuel you from sunrise to...2023-06-2146 minThe Footy TravelersEp 37: Part 1 | Chatting Between Clean Sheets w/ American Superfan Cheyenne FosterWe say that the best part of footy traveling is meeting and connecting with fellow footy travelers from all over the world, and when we connect with a like-minded FFT who's out there doing the damn thing in their own unique way, you know we're gonna get them on the pod! Today's guest is just that kind of footy traveler. In this 2-part episode, Colin & Mike got together (physically, not biblically) to chat with Cheyenne Foster, an FFT out of the D.C. area who shares her MLS, NWSL, & US Soccer fandom as an avid vlogger, content creator, & fellow...2023-06-2136 minThe Footy TravelersBONUS Episode | FTP LIVE: CNL Semifinals NB4 Party w/ Ryan ShirahSo many acronyms in the episode title! In this BONUS episode, Colin caught up with fellow footy traveler Ryan Shirah, a major player in US Soccer supporters culture, at the American Outlaws Night Before Party (NB4), ahead of the CONCACAF Nations League Semifinals. Apart from serving as one of the heartbeats/drumbeats of the supporters section, and looking footy-supporter-costume-chic in his Ulysses S. 'Chant' get-up, Ryan is one of those genuine humans who always brings great vibes "Everywhere we go-ooooh!" Colin & Ryan chat about Ryan's footy travels, and why Americans (and the other guys) should be getting hyped up...2023-06-1534 minThe Footy TravelersEp 36 | Motorbiking through Africa to World Cup 2022 w/ 'Topo' RamoneMaybe you were lucky enough to get to World Cup 2022. In which case, you were most likely lucky enough to get a flight to Doha from wherever you live. But some Footy Travelers are just more adventurous than most of us, and they don't rely on luck - they make life happen! Our guest in this episode, Francisco 'Topo' Ramone shares the story of his adventure journeying to World Cup 2022 by motorbiking from South Africa to Ethiopia (the furthest he could safely go on land). Along the way, Topo deals with elephants interrupting his sleep, too many AK's to...2023-06-0745 minThe Footy TravelersEp 35 | Riding the Dutch Oranje Bus w/ Henk van BeekIf you’ve never heard of the Dutch Oranje Bus, or if you love combining your footy fandom with an amazing party - boy are you in for a treat! In today’s episode Colin sits down with Henk van Beek, a founding member of the association that started the Dutch Oranje Bus, the ultimate fan experience of the KNVB (we think). Colin and Henk discuss the bus’s experiences in Europe, what it takes to ship the bus abroad (it’s been to several World Cups), and touchingly, Henk’s experience with the bus in Ukraine for the 2012 Euros. Be...2023-05-2443 minThe Footy TravelersEp 34 | EURO 2024 Trip AlertCALLING ALL FELLOW FOOTY TRAVELERS!!! We're going to the Euros, and we want you to join us! That's right. The Footy Travelers are teaming up with Race2Adventure in the hopes of securing a second boat for their Euro 2024 trip between June 17 - June 25, 2024. Highlights include: cruising the Rhine through 4 stunningly beautiful countries (Switzerland, France, Germany, & Netherlands) during the group stage of Euro 2024 effortless accomodation and transportation during the group stage of Euro 2024 daily morning walks, hikes or runs to get your blood pumping (or chase away that hangover) and get you ready for a full...2023-05-1153 minThe Footy TravelersEp 33 | World Cup NTK Series: Women's World Cup 2023“All the footy ladies! All the footy ladies!” Oh, sorry. You caught us jamming out there. What can we say? We’re excited for the upcoming Women’s World Cup - and everything it brings with it: The USWNT going for a 3-peat. A trip down under. The final continent traveled to together. And… THIS WC NTK EPISODE! Listen in for a breakdown of all things Women’s World Cup tickets and travel considerations. You know, the stuff we’re good at talking about. **OUR FIRST PROMOTIONAL OFFER - from Laird Superfood** Are you ready to feel more ener...2023-04-2837 minThe Footy TravelersEp 32 | Footy Fandom, History & Charity w/ Eagleman and Wonder WomanFeatured-guest episodes are back in full swing with not one, but two incredible footy travelers this week. Mark "Eagleman" Cranston & Lila "Wonder Woman" Asnani sit down with Colin & Mike to discuss their latest footy travels, what it's like to be soccer super heroes, and plenty of US Soccer history. Rapid fire questions also make a return, and Stu Holden pops up yet again in conversation. Get ready to fly! Foot(y)notes: Visit Mark's incredibly informative website, www.eaglemansoccer.com, built with the footy traveler in mind. Your next two chances to catch E...2023-04-141h 07The Footy TravelersEp 31: Part 1 | FTP at WC22: Group H - Portugal, Ghana, Uruguay, South KoreaHooraaaaaay!!! We did it! The Footy Travelers connected and chatted with at least one fellow soccer fan from every country playing at World Cup 2022 - and this episode is the final proof. In this edition of FTP at WC22, we chat with an expat family from Portugal living in the Middle East, a couple of trael buddies from Ghana who feel some type of way about Luis Suarez, the entire Uruguayan FIFA Fans' Cup team (who feel pretty much the opposite about Luis Suarez), and a friendly fan leader from Seoul, South Korea. Not gonna lie, we dipped our...2023-03-3146 minThe Footy TravelersEp 31: Part 2 | FTP at WC22: The Footy Travelers' Wrap-up Grades and Superlative AwardsIt's one thing to bring you all in-depth interactions with fellow footy travelers from World Cup 2022, but why not put a nice bow on it?! In the second part of our final FTP at WC22 episode, Colin & Mike offer up their final thoughts, grades, and a few awards to the fans and organizers of this latest edition of 'FIFA bulldozing their way to billions in revenue.' 01:28 - How the 'awards' work 02:04 - AWARD #1 | 'Best Storyline' 03:57 - AWARD #2 | 'Biggest Surprise Player' 05:18 - AWARD #3 | 'Friendliest Fans' 06:38 - AWARD #4 | 'Loudest Fans'2023-03-3127 minThe Footy TravelersEp 30 | Hold my beer! - A conversation w/ Ed Ball, the Qatar Alcohol Map GuyThey said you wouldn’t be able to drink at World Cup 2022. Ed Ball’s response: “Challenge accepted!” Not only did this intrepid footy traveler defy the odds by downing plenty of deliciously fermented suds during his trip to Qatar, he created a tool so that others could easily find the places to do the same. Yes! Ed Ball is the ‘Qatar Alcohol Map Guy’! In this episode, Colin & Mike sit down with Ed to dive deep into the background and process of the map’s creation, Ed’s plans for future maps and footy travels, and perhaps a few bubbly bevera...2023-03-1740 minThe Footy TravelersEp 29 | FTP at WC22: Group G - Brasil, Switzerland, Serbia, CameroonThe march through World Cup 2022 footy traveler groups reaches its penultimate episode. This week, Mike & Colin look back at their time in Doha with fellow traveling soccer fans from Brasil, Switzerland, Serbia, & Cameroon. Were the caipirinhas or the Brasilian confidence stronger? Do we finally know what it takes to emigrate to the beautiful land of the Suisse? What’s on tap outside of footy for someone visiting Serbia? And did Colin randomly meet Samuel Eto’o’s grandmother? It’s all here in this episode! Foot(y)notes: Brasil Perhaps this is where that Bra...2023-03-0351 minThe Footy TravelersEp 28 | FTP's 1st BIRTHDAY!!! + FTP at WC22: Group F - Belgium, Morocco, Canada, CroatiaWe did it! We made it to the 1-year mark!!! Thanks to everyone who helped make this first year possible: our listeners, our guests, our fellow footy travelers all over the world. You all are an incredible group, and we can't wait to meet more of you in our travels over this next year and in years to come. In this episode we also continue our look back at our World Cup 2022 experience through interactions and conversations with Group F footy travelers from Belgium, Canada, Morocco, & Croatia. What do Belgians think about the Golden Generation? Is soccer b...2023-02-241h 01The Footy TravelersEp 27 | "It was a dream" - A World Cup Final adventure w/ Messi's biggest fanWhat was it like traveling to Qatar just to watch the World Cup 2022 Final? To journey halfway around the world to see your favorite player, the GOAT - the greatest of all time - win the sports world’s most coveted trophy for the country that bestowed your heritage upon you? How much would you pay to witness what some have called the greatest sporting event ever played? Shirley C (IG: @betweenthenotes) has the answer to all these questions and more in our latest episode. It’s one of the best Footy Travelers stories you’ll ever hear. Visi...2023-02-1041 minThe Footy TravelersEp 26 | FTP at WC22: Group E - Germany, Japan, Spain, Costa RicaWhat a wild World Cup group this was! Over the course of two hours during the last set of group matches, there were nine changes to the final table, and all four teams — Germany, Japan, Spain, and Costa Rica — occupied one of the two qualification spots at one point. After the final whistles blew, despite winning their match against Costa Rica, 4-time World Cup champions Germany were out. Despite losing against Japan, 2010’s World Cup champs Spain were in. And Japan, the first team out of Asia, Africa or Oceania with multiple wins against former champions at the World Cup, r...2023-01-2742 minThe Footy TravelersEp 25 | FTP at WC22: Group D - France, Australia, Denmark, TunisiaThis episode is brought to you by the letter 'D'. You know, as in 'Drama.' Boy has there been some in the USMNT camp! 'D' is also the World Cup group whose fans we chat with here. Dive into Mike & Colin's Dialogue with fellow footy travelers from the Destinations of France, Australia, Denmark, & Tunisia. It'll be Delightful! Group D Foot(y)notes: Since we'll tease you at the beginning, here's a rundown of the the Berhalter-Reyna drama, and one explanation for how it got this far. Australia The Sydney vs...2023-01-1354 minThe Footy TravelersEp 24 | FTP at WC22: Group C - Argentina, Mexico, Poland, Saudi ArabiaThe holidays have wound down, but the Footy Travelers World Cup 2022 series rages on! Up next are our moments with Fellow Footy Travelers from Group C nations: World Cup Champions Argentina, Dos a Cero runners-up Mexico, the White Eagles of Poland, and the Green Falcons of Saudi Arabia. Foot(y)notes: Every Argentina goal on their way to World Cup 2022 glory ARG v KSA highlights MEX v POL highlights ARG v POL highlights KSA v MEX highlights ARG v MEX highlights POL v KSA...2023-01-0140 minThe Footy TravelersBONUS Episode | FTP Presents: Carefree Louisiana & Bluesday '23 in New OrleansSadly, World Cup soccer is on pause until mid-2023 (who’s going Down Unda’?!). The good news is, club football is back, and so are our BONUS episodes! In this one, we bring you an exciting (if you’re a Chelsea FC fan), US-based footy travel experience to tide you over: BLUESDAY! From February 3-5, 2023, Carefree Louisiana, one of the largest Chelsea supporters groups in the US, will be hosting their annual event in conjunction with the city’s annual Krewe du Vieux parade. For more details, including travel options, visit www.CarefreeLouisiana.com. 2022-12-2634 minThe Footy TravelersEp 23 | FTP at WC22: Group B - England, Wales, Iran, USAThe 2022 FIFA World Cup has just concluded with what was inarguably not only the best World Cup Final ever, not only the best soccer game - EVER!, but the greatest sports game the world has ever witnessed! Is there even any need to continue the Messi v Ronaldo GOAT debate? Regardless, the Footy Travelers Podcast "World Cup 2022" series DOES continue, with Group B fellow footy travelers (FFTs) from England, Wales, Iran, USA... Foot(y)notes: GRANT WAHL A note from Grant’s wife, Céline Gounder. The last “World Cup Daily” entry (Day 25) we received...2022-12-181h 09The Footy TravelersEp 22 | FTP at WC22: Group A - Qatar, Ecuador, Senegal, NetherlandsWorld Cup 2022's Round of 16 has just finished, leaving 8 teams to battle it out for the most prestigious prize in international sports. But our 'FTP at WC22' series has only just begun, bringing you 1 episode from each of the tournament's 8 initial groups. Follow along as Colin & Mike talk with fellow footy travelers from all 32 participating countries (and maybe a few others), learn something new about a place you've never been, and enjoy the connections being made all in the name of the beautiful game! Our first group is Group A: Qatar, Ecuador, Senegal, and Netherlands. What's...2022-12-0729 minThe Footy TravelersEp 21 | FTP at WC22: Qatar's 'Spygate' and the Opening CeremonyThe Footy Travelers are at World Cup 2022! And so is Morgan Freeman. In the first episode of the 'FTP at WC22' series, Colin & Mike spill the full details on the opportunity to attend the opening ceremony and match - inclusive of flights and accomodation - on the tournament organizers' dime. Along the way, the media picked up on the tournament's 'Fan Delegation' program and labeled participants as 'spies' for the Qatari state. But what was the Footy Traveler's first-hand, on-the-ground experience? Listen now to find out! Foot(y)notes: Our World Cup Qatar 2022 reading...2022-11-2336 minThe Footy TravelersEp 20 | World Cup 2022 (and beyond) w/ Ray NoriegaWORLD CUP 2022 IS DAYS AWAY!!! Get hyped, and get ready with American Outlaw and US Soccer diehard, Ray Noriega. Colin & Mike discuss Ray's recent travels to Europe to see the USMNT in their pre-World Cup friendlies, the best and the worst of his past travels (he's been to every World Cup qualifier since 2005!), and get Ray's insights on what to expect from this and the next two upcoming World Cups (Women's 2023, Men's 2026). Get in now, and listen to Ray Noriega drop some serious footy travel experience. Foot(y)notes: Not clear on the Andrés Escobar r...2022-11-171h 04
CounterspectiveCounterspective presents: the Footy Travelers PodcastIt's been a while since Season 2, but that doesn't mean the folks at FYPer Media haven't been busy. If you haven't heard FYPer's Footy Travelers Podcast, NOW is the time to start following, as Counterspective Season 1 duo, Colin & Mike, gear up for their trips to the 2022 FIFA Men's World Cup, and the 2023 FIFA Women's World Cup. Subscribe to the Footy Travelers Podcast wherever you get your podcasts, and follow them on Instagram (@footytravelers).2022-11-0401 minThe Footy TravelersEp 19 | FTP Origins: The Footy Travelers Are BornRob & Ryan who?! No. The best bromance in global footy is between FTP co-hosts Colin & Mike. At last, their separate footy traveler origin stories combine, as they recall the pivotal moments that led to the birth of the original Footy Travelers duo. Listen in for the story of Mike's big proposal to Colin in 2008 (one he needed time to warm up to), of their first World Cup experience at South Africa 2010, and the greatest consecutive 24 hours they've ever had traveling the globe for the beautiful game. Spoiler Alert: it involves a lot of Russian vodka. This episode also includes...2022-11-0356 minThe Footy TravelersBONUS Episode | World Cup NTK Series: Additional travel details for Qatar 2022Quick episode this week to tie up some loose ends folks have been asking about when it comes to traveling to Qatar for World Cup 2022. Wondering if COVID is still a thing? Hint: it IS! Foot(y)notes: Qatar's Ministry of Public Health "Travel and Return Policy": https://covid19.moph.gov.qa/EN/travel-and-return-policy/Pages/default.aspx The official "FIFA World Cup Qatar 2022 COVID-19 Protocol": https://covid19.moph.gov.qa/EN/Documents/PDFs/FWCQ22%20COVID19%20Healthcare%20Protocol%20V28%20English.pdf More juice from someone who's been to Qatar recently (subscripition needed f...2022-09-3008 minThe Footy TravelersEp 18 | World Cup NTK Series: BOOZE!!!, food, & other cultural considerations for Qatar 2022This episode is H-U-G-E... HUGE! You can read all the articles and write-ups you want, but the Footy Travelers are bringing you lived experience in Qatar, in the form of expat Seth Osborne, to answer all your questions about food, culture, tips to stay cool in the desert, and of course, everyone's #1 need-to-know - how to find alcohol in Qatar. Country-specific travel tips abound in this one for the world's most avid Footy Travelers heading to the World Cup in 2 months. *SPECIAL ANNOUNCEMENT* FTP is now one of the 60 BEST SOCCER PODCASTS (#39) according to FeedSpot!!!...2022-09-1848 minThe Footy TravelersEp 17 | Alright, alright, alright - FTP in Austin, TXBack in August, Colin & Mike traveled to the “house that McConaughey built” - the beautiful Q2 Stadium in Austin, Texas. They also explored the footy pubs of the Texas capital city, as well as some recommended ‘hot spots’ to help them cool down from the Texas heat. Listen in to hear their insights on one of America’s most quickly growing cities. You’ll also get some great footy travel advice from two heavily active Austin FC supporters and an opinionated Uber driver or two. Insider tips abound for foodies, music lovers - even that pitiful friend of yours who’s a Tott...2022-09-0252 minThe Footy TravelersEp 16 | FTP Origins: Colin's Origin StoryOnce again we turn inward, this time diving deep into co-host Colin's origin story. From young pee-wee days in New Jersey, to two influential trips to soccer's birthplace, all the way to using the sport to forge relationships in the Asia Pacific region, Colin walks us through his formative experiences and explains how the sport influenced him from an early age. Like our first "FTP Origins" episode with Mike, Colin gets just as profound, sharing his sense of responsibility and purpose to share the joys and gifts that footy and travel have given him so far in his life. Foot(y...2022-08-1937 minThe Footy TravelersEp 15 | Footy Travel with Purpose - A Conversation with Emily Agueda of the Craig Willinger FundWe know, Mike says it a lot: “This episode is a good one.” But THIS episode… is FIRE! As we sit down with Emily Agueda of the Craig Willinger Fund, we learn what footy travel with a purpose looks like, as Emily discusses the fund’s mission (Spoiler Alert: it’s all about footy travel and making dreams come true). Other topics include Emily’s take on the women’s game, her carry-on bag travel advice, and a clever way to arrange a personal meeting with the G.O.A.T. Foot(y)notes: Check out the Craig...2022-08-051h 01The Footy TravelersEp 14 | World Cup NTK Series: Lodging, Flights, & Transportation (w/ guest host Rob C)*FTP TRAVEL ALERT* We'll be in Austin, TX August 5-7. If you’re in town, going to the Austin FC v San Jose match, or are from the area, we’d love to connect - either ahead of time for travel recommendations, or during our stay to share a frothy beer and talk footy. Reach out to us through our Instagram account (@footytravelers). *END ALERT* As for this week’s episode, we welcome special guest host Rob Cervantes (IG: @bnceo), a fellow footy traveler and La Blanquirroja fan, as we discuss Qatar 2022 accommodations, flights t...2022-07-2244 minThe Footy TravelersEp 13 | An American in London - Wembley, the Emirates, & Arsenal FC's biggest fanIn this week's episode, Colin takes back the reign (spelling & use intentional) as he shares his recent experience in the land of the good Queen Mother. Listen in for a review of North London hot spots Swains Lane, Dartmouth Park, and of course, the Emirates (R.I.P. Highbury). Colin also discusses some travel tips for anyone attending a match at Wembley, he and Mike duke it out over just whose Wrexham owner Ryan Reynolds actually is, and we hear from (probably) Arsenal's biggest fan! Foot(y)notes: Whatever happened to Highbury anyway? Watch this. 2022-07-0843 minThe Footy TravelersEp 12 | FTP Origins: Mike's Origin StoryThis episode is a special one, as we turn inward and dive deep into co-host Mike's beautiful mind, pulling out his own origin story. From growing up in rural New Hampshire, to cementing himself in podcast history as one of the founding Footy Travelers, Mike walks us through his upbringing and explains how the sport influenced him from an early age. With great mentors along the way, Mike navigated the world of a young soccer player while fighting high school awkwardness, cancer, college decisions, and everything in between. In this episode, Mike gets profound, coming to the realization that both...2022-06-2439 minThe Footy TravelersEp 11 | Cascadia Cup - Seattle EditionIn this episode, Colin travels solo to Seattle and chats with Cameron Collins from the Gorilla FC supporters’ club, just ahead of the Sounders’ Cascadia Cup match against the Vancouver Whitecaps last season (October 9, 2021). The two discuss what Cascadia Cup is, the power of soccer to unite the community, and Cameron’s insights on some fun, non-footy activities to take on while in Seattle. Foot(y)notes: What is the Cascadia Cup? https://www.cascadianow.org/the-cascadia-cup Learn more about Seattle Sounders supporters groups: https://www.soundersfc.com/supporters/groups/ Cameron’s urban tourist recommendation: https://www.spaceneedle.com/plan-your-visit Cameron’s...2022-06-1041 minThe Footy TravelersBONUS Episode | The one where Sporting Serotonin does rapid fireIn this follow-up BONUS episode to our conversation with the lads from Sporting Serotonin, we get Jack and Paul's take on the City of Brotherly Love - and some 4-4-4 breathing to start us off.2022-05-2723 minThe Footy TravelersEp 10 | The one where we're "Philly tough" about mental healthFFTs! It's May. Which means... It's Mental Health Awareness Month. In support of a topic we all need to get behind, Colin & Mike chat with a few members of Sporting Serotonin, an amateur footy club out of Philadelphia, about what mental health means to them and the unique way they're spreading their message of positive energy and good vibes - one golazo at a time! Foot(y)notes: If you or a loved one are in distress or want free, confidential support, you can dial 988, or call 1-800-273-8255 to talk to a caring professional. 2022-05-1845 minThe Footy TravelersEp 9 | World Cup NTK Series: Qatar's *NEW* StadiumsYou can't have an international footy tournament without footy stadiums, now can you? Although, those stadiums apparently don't need to actually exist for you to be named the host of such a tournament - who knew?! Yes, the stadiums of the Qatar World Cup 2022 have been much talked about, for a lot of negative reasons. As the tournament draws near though, and the Footy Travelers prepare for their fourth consecutive World Cup experience, they can't help but wonder, "What should we all expect?" Join Mike and Colin as they explore each of the 8 stadiums hosting matches later this year.2022-05-0627 minThe Footy TravelersEp 8 | D.C.'s 'Chelsea Phil' talks C.I.A. - a Chelsea in America (or Administration?!) episodeChelsea FC has been in the news a bit more than some other Premier League clubs recently. Their ownership has been a hot topic for almost two months now, as Roman Abramovich, a well-known Russian oligarch, was sanctioned by the British Government following the invasion of Ukraine. On the positive end of things, the men’s first team just placed into the FA Cup Final for the third season in a row, where they will look to vindicate themselves for two straight Finals losses. So what better time than RIGHT NOW to share a conversation Mike & Colin had with Ch...2022-04-2553 minThe Footy TravelersEp 7: Part 2 | FTP does Orlando - w/ an American OutlawICYMI: A LOT has happened since the last episode! World Cup match tickets, World Cup qualifications, trips to Orlando to see the USMNT. We cover it all in this two-part episode with guests we met in Mickey’s backyard. Part 1 (previous release): Moe Paquette talks about his conversion from a gridiron football player to a dedicated lover of the beautiful game, and shares his experience at the Azteca for what was most likely the last consequential USA v Mexico game to be played there (for awhile). Part 2 (THIS RELEASE!): Max Croes ‘capos’ us through some convers...2022-04-1146 minThe Footy TravelersEp 7: Part 1 | FTP does Orlando - w/ a (former) American football playerFTP Fam! Fellow Footy Travelers (FFTs)? FFT Army? Anyway, we’ll sort it out… A LOT has happened since the last episode! World Cup match tickets, World Cup qualifications, trips to Orlando to see the USMNT. We cover it all in this two-part episode with guests we met in Mickey’s backyard. Part 1 (this release): Moe Paquette talks about his conversion from a gridiron football player to a dedicated lover of the beautiful game, and shares his experience at the Azteca for what was most likely the last consequential USA v Mexico game to be played there (for awhile). P...2022-04-0836 minThe Footy TravelersEp 6 | Dos a Cero - The Mexican perspectiveThat USA-Mexico World Cup Qualifier at the Azteca… bit of a dud eh? After a game like that, it would be easy for Mike & Colin to dive into their and others’ thoughts on being USA fans, but let’s be real - they’re Footy TRAVELERS. They like exploring and examining other perspectives, which is why in this episode, they explore CONCACAF’s biggest rivalry through the experiences of a Mexican National Team supporter: Felipe Vieyra. Foot(y)notes: Re-live the origins of ‘Dos A Cero’ - “The game that put the US and Mexico on a level playing field.”2022-03-2544 minThe Footy TravelersBONUS Episode | World Cup NTK Series: Phase 1 random selection draw resultsIn this follow-up bonus to Episode 5, Mike and Colin reveal the status of their ticket applications, submitted during the Phase 1 Random Selection Draw Period. They also discuss some details on the next period of Phase 1 (first-come, first-served), set to occur before the World Cup final draw in April. If you’re looking for more info on World Cup 2022 tickets, head to the FIFA website.2022-03-1809 minThe Footy TravelersEp 5 | World Cup NTK Series: Match ticket types, categories, & sales periodsThe decision to attend the 2022 FIFA World Cup having been made, Colin & Mike discuss ticket application strategy, why and when applications are even necessary, the types of World Cup match tickets available, and a few more insightful nuggets from their previous experiences scoring access to the world’s greatest party. Foot(y)notes: FIFA 2022 World Cup tickets main page How to apply for World Cup tickets World Cup ticket products (types) explained World Cup tickets FAQs Colin’s nerdy ticket spreadsheet (types, categories, prices, and stadium series breakdown Want to learn how to spit fast like an a...2022-03-1839 minThe Footy TravelersEp 4 | World Cup NTK Series: Deciding to attend the Qatar World CupColin & Mike began their footy traveling adventures together at the 2010 World Cup in South Africa. Since then, a lot has changed. No longer the youthful, starry-eyed backpacker types (should we say ‘naive’?), they’ve increasingly had to discern the harsh realities of global footy - realities that seem to get heavier and heavier. In this episode, Colin & Mike discuss their own dilemmas in deciding whether or not to attend the 2022 FIFA World Cup in Qatar, a tournament riddled with controversy from day one. If you’ve found yourself thinking through the same predicament, you’re not alone. Foot(y)not...2022-03-1125 minThe Footy TravelersEp 3 | "...it's full of beer, weed, & the Rapids!"One needs not to go far for footy travel. In today’s episode, Colin is joined by two fellow Denver-based footy fans, Juan Fernandez and Jared Geisler. Juan and Jared discuss their favorite non-US clubs, the world-famous Centennial 38 supporters’ group pre-match tailgate, and provide their take on all the fun Colorado activities available to both tourists and locals alike. Foot(y)notes: If you’re a Rapids supporter (or not), check out Juan and Jared’s podcast. Visiting Denver as an away supporter or neutral? You’re still welcome to join the pre-match tailgate. Info here. Looking fo...2022-03-0438 minThe Footy TravelersEp 2 | Keith Haring inspires a TIFO artistNYCFC fans keep the stage as we talk with Felix Palao: president of the Bronx chapter of the Third Rail supporters' club, tifo artist, and… the graphic designer behind our show’s cover art! Join us as Felix recalls his inspiration for drawing as a young kid, what goes into creating tifos, and his favorite designs so far. Foot(y)notes: Who is Keith Haring? Everything you need to know about TIFOs, from COPA90 Football. Check out Felix's portfolio. 2022-02-2521 minThe Footy TravelersEp 1 | Where's our stadium?As we launch The Footy Travelers Podcast just before the start of the 2022 MLS season, let’s pick up where the last season ended (with NYCFC). In this episode, Colin travels to the Bronx and meets three faithful NYCFC fans who all share the same concern - their home field. Join us as we hear from them on the good, the bad, and the ugly of life in the stands of a baseball stadium, and the obstacles faced in the quest for a place to call ‘home.’ Foot(y)notes: Support for a new stadium seems to be...2022-02-2525 minThe Footy TravelersEpisode 0 | What is FTP?What exactly is The Footy Travelers Podcast (FTP)? Colin and Mike explain. If you like what you hear, be sure to subscribe wherever you listen to podcasts, and follow us on Instagram (@fypermedia). Get in touch with FYPer Media.2022-02-2009 min
CounterspectiveEpisode 12: Desh AmilaHow could being profiled, called ‘white supremacist adjacent’, and nearly bullied out of hosting an event you conceptualized and planned possibly be part of someone’s best year ever? Find out as we talk with Desh Amila, filmmaker and content creator, about his eventful 2019. We also explore Desh’s take on where social media is pushing us, his appreciation for the freedoms that life in ‘the global West’ offers, and what we all need to consider if we’re going to preserve them. Episode resources: Learn more about Desh’s upcoming film, Better Left Unsaid. https://betterleftunsaidfilm.com/ Watch his previous film, I...2020-12-3150 min
CounterspectiveEpisode 11: Ryan Estes2017 wasn’t all that long ago. Or maybe it wasn’t… all that far from here. Was it a time? Or a place? Did Ryan travel to another dimension, or did he just ‘go there’ in his mind? What are we even talking about?! Find out in today’s episode, as our guest and fellow podcast enthusiast, Ryan Estes, takes us all on a journey through his experiences with ayahuasca ceremonies, his best year ever, and the lessons he’s brought along with him into the present. Episode resources: Still haven’t seen “/the Social Dilemma_”? Check it out! https://www.thesocialdilemma...2020-12-1139 min
CounterspectiveEpisode 10: Ben SturtzWhat was it about 2010 that made it the best year ever for yet another Season 2 guest? Find out as we talk to Ben Sturtz from Portland, OR. As a proud husband and father, Ben discusses his best year ever as one of culmination. One, that like the best years of many of our guests, involved travel - his being to one of my absolute favorite places in the world, New Zealand. And of course, we discuss some of the lessons he’s brought forward from that year into 2020 - a year where he and his family have chosen to adapt ra...2020-11-2630 min
CounterspectiveEpisode 9: Shana MuhammadWhat would you do with a million dollars? Surely we've all thought about it. Though what are the odds that any of us will ever come across an extra milli to blow? Ok, how about something more realistic, like half a million? If you're like Shana Muhammad, a thoughtful woman with a strong sense of family, you might build a house for your grandmother - and, just to be clear, she did. But exactly how did Shana come into that extra half a million? Find out as we explore her best year ever, which, along with a free trip through...2020-11-1048 min
CounterspectiveEpisode 8: Sean DavisSean Davis is a talent. Whether it's in the kitchen, or at the snooker table, his passion and focus have seen him achieve successes some of us only talk about or dream of. But... Sean is humble about his talents. Not only that, he's very much aware of both his own and others' struggles on the road to success - especially this year. Join us as we explore what 2020 has been like for Sean and others in Bangalore, India, and what he would call his "best year ever." If like many others, you're finding yourself struggling with things this year...2020-10-2226 min
CounterspectiveEpisode 7: Jack TaylorLesson 1: Don't use the term "life hack." Join us for Episode 7 with Jack Taylor, from Melbourne, Australia for other insights and lessons from the pandemic, and a look into his best "year" ever. "As long as you keep a positive perspective on things, then every decision is a winner, I guess."2020-10-1521 min
CounterspectiveEpisode 6: Mike TironeJoin us as we travel back to 2010 with Mike Tirone and relive his best year ever. We'll hear stories about a Himalayan hike, a near-death experience in southern Africa, and the challenges of ordaining as a Buddhist monk, as well as Mike's perspective on getting through the last bit of 2020.2020-10-0742 min
CounterspectiveSeason 2 TrailerJoin us for Season 2 as we go beyond the single story of COVID-19, global protests, and 2020 as the "worst year ever" and explore your BEST year ever.2020-06-2805 min
CounterspectiveEpisode 1: This is CounterspectiveHaving already been to two World Cups together, both the 2010 edition in South Africa, and Brasil in 2014, why were Colin and Mike feeling a bit uneasy about their third one in 2018 - this time in Russia? Was it simply because they hadn't been there before? Were they embarrassed that the US Men's National Team had failed to qualify for the tournament (the answer here is 'yes')? Perhaps they were unnerved by all the news about Russia's geo-political 'muscle' as of late. Or maybe it was just a lack of information on food that had them feeling 'hangry' ahead of time...2019-11-1729 min
CounterspectiveBONUS Episode 1: What is the Kremlin?Here in the U.S., it's not uncommon to hear "the Kremlin" referenced in a news story on Russia or the Russian government. But what exactly is it? Is it the equivalent of our White House? Is it where Parliament convenes? Is it another name for the KGB? Or, is it all of these things? Find out as Colin and Mike tour the Kremlin during their time in Moscow for the 2018 FIFA World Cup.2019-11-1713 min
CounterspectiveEpisode 2: FIFA, Footy, & Russian HooligansColin and Mike went to Russia for the footy, but what else would they discover about other Russian sports while they were there? Would their experience be dominated by FIFA's stranglehold on the world's game? Would all their positive experiences be overshadowed by a single negative one at the hands of Russian football hooligans? Find out in Episode 2 of Counterspective, the podcast that goes beyond the 'single stories' of the people, places, and things that inundate us through the lens of mass and social media.2019-11-1728 min
CounterspectiveBONUS Episode 2: "Big Trouble" at the Russian BorderEver wonder what it's like to cross the Russian border in something other than an airplane? Curious what it might be like to visit the Russian healthcare system as a tourist? Listen to this bonus episode for some insight from a pair of Swedish fans Colin and Mike met on their last night in St. Petersburg.2019-11-1712 min
CounterspectiveEpisode 3: Vodka BreakfastThe FIFA World Cup is an absolute world football party! Wherever it’s held, the host nation immediately becomes a place where the beer flows like wine, where beautiful women (and the most passionate footy fans) instinctively flock like the salmon of Capistrano. But Russia is known for vodka. Would that be all that Colin and Mike would find to drink? And do Russians really drink vodka with every meal? Even breakfast?! Find out in Episode 3 of Counterspective, the podcast that goes beyond the 'single stories' of the people, places, and things that inundate us through the lens of mass an...2019-11-1746 min
CounterspectiveEpisode 4: Georgia on My...Plate?To some, Russians are known for their love of vodka. But what do they eat? More importantly, how would Colin and Mike find the food in Moscow and St. Petersburg as they looked to stay fueled for their third World Cup adventure together? Find out in Episode 4 of Counterspective, the podcast that goes beyond the 'single stories' of the people, places, and things that inundate us through the lens of mass and social media.2019-11-1728 min
CounterspectiveEpisode 5: Russia Beyond the World Cup - Art, Architecture, and RapWe'll openly admit it. Visiting a country during the FIFA World Cup doesn't give you the most genuine view into what life is like in that country outside of the event. It can take effort to gain that perspective. So what do Colin and Mike do on non-match days? How did they gain a better understanding of Russian culture and its history? Find out in Episode 5 of Counterspective, the podcast that goes beyond the 'single stories' of the people, places, and things that inundate us through the lens of mass and social media.2019-11-0247 min
CounterspectiveEpisode 0: TrailerThis is Counterspective - a show that explores the other stories about the people, places, and things that command so much of our attention through the lens of mass and social media. This is a show that looks at these things from another perspective. Join Season 1 host, Colin Martin, and his esteemed travel buddy, Mike Tirone, as they recall their trip to Russia for the 2018 FIFA World Cup - as they go beyond the single story of Russia as a place of geo-political...'opportunists.' Five episodes, five stories other than geo-politics. We'll call this season: My Russian Five.2018-06-2004 min