World Soccer Talk

After a break of several months from podcasting, host Christopher Harris and co-host Kartik Krishnaiyer explain the absence and what the future has in store for the podcast. During the open and frank conversation, Chris and Kartik discuss the history of the podcast, many of the accomplishments we achieved as well as what an honor it has been to continue sharing our episodes with you the listeners from 2006 to 2025. This is definitely not an episode to miss. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Gary Neville is our guest on the latest episode of the World Soccer Talk Podcast, where we interview the Manchester United and England legend about his new digital series called 'It's Called Soccer' which also includes Rebecca Lowe and Jamie Carragher. Gary Neville discusses what to expect in the series, as well as his memories of how close he was to becoming a co-commentator for a US television broadcaster, his thoughts on promotion and relegation, and how "It's Called Soccer' plans to differentiate from the competition. Episode 1 of 'It's Called Soccer' debuts on September 18, 2024 on the YouTube channel at https://www.youtube.com/@TheOverlapUS Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Kartik Krishnaiyer and Christopher Harris are back to share their analysis regarding the latest announcement from CBS Sports where they reveal the new soccer rights they've acquired in the United States. We dive into what the EFL and Serie A deals mean for soccer fans, as well as how it'll impact viewers in the United States. In other discussions, we answer your questions in the Listener Mailbag about what's best for the USMNT players wanting to raise their levels, what France's Ligue 1 should do with their US media rights, and how the Canadian national team gets disrespected by a lot of soccer analysts and fans in the United States. Also discussed are the similarities between playing Football Manager and working as an executive at a real soccer club. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Nick ends the Inside Euro 2024 series with his memories of England's journey in major tournaments during his lifetime from World Cup 1966 to Euro 2024. It's a sad tale of depression, defeat, and the Dutch (as well as the Germans). Memories of Wayne Rooney, Gary Lineker, David Beckham, Luke Shaw and Harry Kane, it's a story of heartache and heartbreak. Thanks for joining us on Nick's travelogue around Euro 2024. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Nick Webster is back in the United States where he shares his thoughts about the Euro 2024 quarterfinals and semifinals. Watching the games in Los Angeles at a local pub, he adds his thoughts about England's win versus the Netherlands, and what a complete performance it was. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Kartik and Chris return to give you their honest opinions about everything from Euro 2024 vs Copa America to FOX's coverage of both competitions. Chris discusses what he experienced watching soccer while traveling through Europe, while Kartik dives into his new job at a USL club has impacted his viewing experience. Chris and Kartik also share their uncensored analysis about the United States Men's National Team under Gregg Berhalter, as well as Gareth Southgate's England, in addition to the national teams of Brazil and Canada. Last but not least, we discuss how US media created the "golden generation" tag, and why they built up a team only to knock them back down again. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Nick Webster travels to Leipzig for one of the best match atmospheres in Euro 2024 for the Turkey against Austria game, playing us the sounds from the stadium including the national anthem and post-match celebrations. Nick gets ready to head back to the States where he'll record more podcast episodes before wrapping up this series of Inside Euro 2024. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Nick's travels continue through Germany where he reflects on the France versus Belgium game. Plus he shares what it's like traveling around Frankfurt, Germany, and what the match atmosphere is like inside the stadium there. He also shares his thoughts on Portugal versus Slovenia, and how some segments of the crowd came specifically to watch Cristiano Ronaldo instead of Portugal or Slovenia. Nick includes audio recorded live inside the stadium during the national anthems for both countries. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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Nick Webster takes us on a journey to the Olympic Stadium in Berlin for the Switzerland versus Italy game. He also interviews an Italian soccer journalist about Italy, soccer history and when Italy last won the FIFA World Cup. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Nick explores Germany along the Rhine River before interviewing journalist and author Andrew Warshaw. During this episode of Inside Euro 2024, he shares his favorite game of the tournament thus far, what it was like to witness Portugal versus Georgia in person at the stadium, as well as his thoughts on one of England’s best footballers of all time. Warshaw is the author of the book, “Tottenham Hotspur: The Perfect Eleven.” Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

On Inside Euro 2024, Nick Webster discusses one of the games of the tournament. Nick walks down memory lane and explains the controversy from the Germany-Austria “The Disgrace of Gijon” game from 1982, and why it’s relevant to Euro 2024. He travels to Frankfurt to interview Romania and Slovakia fans and journalists ahead of the game, as well as sharing his thoughts post-match after a brilliant day of football. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Reporting from Cologne, Nick Webster shares the experience of going to an England game in person at Euro 2024 including interviews with several England fans who have spent thousands following The Three Lions. Notably, the conversations were done before England played Slovenia. Questions are asked of Gareth Southgate, his team selection, and his stubbornness in trying to prove the critics wrong to the detriment of England's performances. Nick discusses what to do with Harry Kane and Jude Bellingham. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Nick Webster looks back at a full day of Euro 2024 action from Dusseldorf. There, he interviewed a British football journalist about how Euro 2024 is a microcosm of life with so many different cultures getting to know each other better. They walk down memory lane about their favorite World Cup and European Championship nations and matches. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Nick Webster reports from Cologne, Germany where sunshine appears but it also means dark clouds for Scotland. Nick shares his experiences traveling around the streets and river of Cologne, giving us a flavor of the cathedral city. Onwards, Nick also mentions what his visit to Bochum was like, including an interview with a soccer bar owner and what it's like supporting a club in Germany. If you want to learn how German football culture is different, tune in. Also included is an interview with a Scottish reporter who gives listeners a better understanding of why Scotland is in the state they are right now. He shares his thoughts on whether Celtic and Rangers should join the Premier League, and what the impact would be on the Scottish football system down through the pyramid. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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