America the Beautiful Game
America the Beautiful Game is a podcast about soccer in the US and its relationship with Europe. Each week Dan Rutstein, a former sports journalist and diplomat and now head of International at Orange County Soccer Club, sits down with a new guest to discuss the sport and its growth in this country. We have current and former players, coaches, administrators and those from industries linked to soccer - betting, data, marketing and more.
America the Beautiful game is a chance to see soccer in the US from a new angle. Please join us.
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Matchday 12 - John Green, author, Liverpool fan, AFC Wimbledon owner
We talk to author and passionate football fan John Green. He explains why he detests greed in football, why MLS needs relegation …
Matchday 10 - Jacqui Oatley MBE, groundbreaking broadcaster
We speak to Jacqui Oatley, the first female Match of the Day commentator and a leading advocate for women's football and women in…
Matchday 8 - Julian Stone, writer, producer and soccer tech
We talk to writer, producer and soccer tech Julian Stone. We talk about soccer in television and film, why Ted Lasso is so good a…
Matchday 5 - Warren Barton, Fox Sports and former Wimbledon and Newca…
We talk to ex-player and broadcaster Warren Barton. He talks about the importance of sport during the pandemic, how much the US g…
Matchday 2 - Thomas Gronnemark, Throw-In coach
We talk to the extraordinary Thomas Gronnemark. He's coached throw-ins for Ajax, FC Midtjylland, RB Leipzig, Atlanta United and, …
Matchday 1 - Gary Gibson, Head of Soccer Academies and International …
In our first episode we talk to Gary Gibson of Rangers FC. He explains why the Scottish champions have invested so heavily in th…
Recent Episodes
Matchday 25 - Kevin Baxter, LA Times soccer reporter
Sept. 21, 2022
We talk to LA Times soccer writer Kevin Baxter. We talk the battle for LA supremacy, the rise and fall of LA Galaxy and his love of Manchester City - and his car. He tells us about his reluctant move away from baseball repor…
Matchday 24 - Adam Richman, Spurs superfan, Grimsby shareholder and former Man vs Food host
Aug. 21, 2022
We talk to the effervescent Adam Richman, former host of Man vs Food and a true football lover. He tells us why he chose Spurs, why he bought shares in Grimsby and why he is the shirt sponsor of charity football side Broadle…
Matchday 23 - Ivor Heller, Commercial Director AFC Wimbledon
Aug. 15, 2022
We talk to legendary AFC Wimbledon Commercial Director Ivor Heller. He talks about the franchising of the club, his involvement from day one and why he fell in love with Wimbledon. He describes the chance sponsorship deal wi…
Matchday 22 - Ajay Nwosu, CEO Teqball USA
July 28, 2022
We talk to ex-player, entrepreneur and now Teqball CEO Ajay Nwosu. He explains what Teqball is, why David Beckham loves it and how the best women can beat international male players. He tells us how many MLS, Premier League …
Matchday 21 - Adrian Healey, veteran broadcaster and Austin FC’s lead commentator
July 5, 2022
We talk to British veteran broadcaster Adrian Healey. He talks about his time calling games for the New England Revolution, ESPN and now Austin FC. We talk about the birth of MLS, PKs vs penalties and the importance and joy …
Matchday 20 - Mark Cartwright, USL Sporting Director
June 20, 2022
We talk to former pro footballer, technical director at Stoke City and now the USL’s Sporting Director. We talk about the potential of the league’s young players, the record breaking transfer of teenage sensation Kobi Henry …
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