Episode 222: Megan Rapinoe, Ali Krieger, Christine Sinclair, Julie Ertz

As we see an end to 2023, we also say goodbye to a few of our favorite players who have announced their retirements – Megan Rapinoe, Ali Krieger, Christine Sinclair, and Julie Ertz. In this episode, we hear from these iconic players as they look back on their careers and the legacies they leave.

We also hear from Lauren Barnes as she shares her thoughts on longtime friend and teammate Megan Rapinoe – Get out the tissues!!

Time Stamps:

Megan Rapinoe – 6’

Lauren Barnes – 12’

Ali Krieger – 16′

Christine Sinclair – 26’

Julie Ertz – 32′

Soundbites courtesy of US Soccer, Canada Football Association, and the NWSL.

Episode Links

Ali Krieger on Episode 38 of WWFShow – https://wwfshow.com/2015/02/16/kriegs/

Christine Sinclair on Episode 42 of WWFShow – https://wwfshow.com/2015/04/27/sincy/

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Original Broadcast Date: December 3, 2023

Women’s World Football Show is hosted, written, edited, and produced by Patty La Bella.

Additional assistance for this episode by US Soccer, Canada Soccer Association, and National Women’s Soccer League.

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Episode 193: Tokyo 2020 Olympics Special

Women’s World Football Show, Episode 193 – Tokyo 2020 Olympics Special, featuring soundbites from Megan Rapinoe, Becky Sauerbrunn, Crystal Dunn, Vlatko Andonovski, Desiree Scott, and Shelina Zadorsky

On this Olympic Special episode, we’re taking a deep dive into the Tokyo 2020 squads – the teams, the groups, the players to watch and more! Plus we’ll hear from USWNT head coach Vlatko Andonovski and soundbites from USWNT stars Megan Rapinoe, Becky Sauerbrunn, and Crystal Dunn; and Canada WNT defenders Desiree Scott, & Shelina Zadorsky.

Vlatko Andonovski

The USWNT manager talks about his Olympic roster. What went into his selections, such as Julie Ertz, Tobin Heath, and Carli Lloyd. The coach also talks about some of the attributes he looks in his players, the biggest challenges of the tournament and more! (13′)

Megan Rapinoe, Becky Sauerbrunn, Crystal Dunn

USWNT stars Megan Rapinoe, Becky Sauerbrunn, and Crystal Dunn sit down in a press conference presented by the International Olympic Committee. And we have all the highlights for you from this very spirited conversation with three of the biggest names on the squad. (22′)

Desiree Scott and Shelina Zadorsky

The veteran Canada Women’s National Team defenders share journey to the 2020 Tokyo Olympics, their past Olympic moments, the youth on the squad and more. (54′)

Episode Links:

Diana Matheson game-winning goal in the 2012 Olympics – https://youtu.be/FlE9zCiWYEI

Diana Matheson on Episode 67: https://wwfshow.com/2016/02/21/diana-matheson/

Beyond 90 USA preview: https://beyond90.com.au/team-preview-usa

Don’t miss Patty’s new YouTube Show Mission California

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Photos Courtesy of: International Olympic Committee

Original Broadcast Date: July 7, 2021

Women’s World Football Show is hosted, written, edited and produced by Patty La Bella.

Additional assistance for this episode by Aaron Heifetz, Richard Scott, Vanessa Rancine, FIFA

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Episode 174: Adekite Fatuga-Dada; Passion FC

Women’s World Football Show, Episode 174 features exclusive interviews with Watford Ladies FC striker Adekite Fatuga-Dada; from Passion FC, Leila Al Dzheref and Aggie Dent.

How is the next generation of young women using football as a platform to create change in this crazy, chaotic world? On this episode we feature the next generation of forward thinkers who are inspiring to help make the world a better place – all through the beautiful game of women’s football.

Adekite Fatuga-Dada

At just 23 years old, Adekite Fatuga-Dada is the longest-standing player at Watford Ladies FC. After a few years at Arsenal, Adekite returned to her hometown team to help build up the game of women’s football and the community in which she was born and raised.

A leader on and off the pitch, Adekite is using her name to make an impact in the Black Lives Matter movement by supporting and raising awareness of social issues facing people of color today. Adekite shares her football story, her thoughts on the suspended season, combating discrimination in football and more! (8′)

Follow Adkite:

Twitter: @AdekiteFatuga96

Instagram: @afatuga96

Follow Watford LFC on Facebook: @watfordfcladies

Passion FC

Passion FC is a global organization focused on social issues surrounding football in countries where women’s football is not fully supported. Through the telling of the stories from young women all around the world, Passion FC uses women’s football as a vehicle to create change both socially, economically, and culturally.

Here to tell the story and give us information on how we can get involved are Managing Director of Middle East/Eastern Europe Leila Al Dzheref and Chief Partnership and Strategy Officer Aggie Dent. (39′)

Follow Leila on Instagram @leila_realmadrid

Follow Aggie on Instagram @adventureswithaggie

Visit Passion FC website at Passion-FC.org

Twitter: @PassionFC_

Instagram: @passionfc

Episode Links:

Read about the Australia and New Zealand selections as hosts of the FIFA Women’s World Cup 2023

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Photo Courtesy of: Adekite Fatuga-Dada

Original Broadcast Date: June 5, 2020

Women’s World Football Show is hosted, written, edited & produced by Patty La Bella.

Additional assistance for this episode by Adekite Fatuga-Dada, Jhynno Marcelin and Passion FC

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Episode 169: Jasmyne Spencer

Women’s World Football Show, Episode 169 features an exclusive interview with OL Reign Forward Jasmyne Spencer.

What do we need in the world now more than ever?

How about positivity, intelligence, thoughtfulness, kindness, and advocacy – Having a sense of responsibility for our community, our environment, people, animals and the Earth.

On this episode of Women’s World Football Show, we get all this and more with special guest OL Reign Forward, business woman, and humanitarian Jasmyne Spencer!

Jasmyne Spencer

The speedy striker from Bay Shore, New York, Jasmyne Spencer stops by to share her soccer journey. From a young age, Jas has had a ball at her feet and wind in her hair. Starting on her youth club Albertson Fury under the guidence of coach and mentor Paul Riley, Jas has honed her skills and strengths into a successful footballing career.

As a veteran and original member of the NWSL, Jas is ready to return to the league after a season-ending injury in 2019. The inspiring player shares her thoughts on the league, the new ownership at the OL Reign, and more.

Plus, Jas gives us an inside look at her sustainable apparel line, Jas It Up! How is she using her business to uplift and inspire a more conscious mindset of empowerment. Positivity is contagious and Jasmyne is spreading it all around! (15’)

Follow Jasmyne on Social Media at:
Instagram: @jasitupofficial

Twitter: @jas_it_up

Facebook: jasitupofficial

Episode Links:

For more information on Jas It Up and to purchase apparel, visit JasItUpOfficial.com

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Photo Courtesy of: OL Reign

Original Broadcast Date: April 19, 2020

Women’s World Football Show is hosted, written, edited & produced by Patty La Bella.

Additional assistance for this episode by Jasmyne Spencer

Women’s World Football Show website design and theme music by Patricia La Bella

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Episode 156: Vivyen Bowdler, Denise Duffy

Women’s World Football Show, Episode 156 features exclusive interviews with Founder and Creator of Backr, Denise Duffy; and Senior Creative at Twitter UK, Vivyen Bowdler.

U.S. Women’s National Team co-captain Megan Rapinoe inspired a generation in her recent acceptance speech for 2019 FIFA Best Player award. She said – “We have incredible platforms. I ask everyone here … lend your platform to other people, lift other people up, share your success. We have so much power!”

In this special episode of Women’s World Football Show we explore the power we all have within ourselves to be our best selves by lifting each other up, feeding our passions with positivity and changing the world!

In this episode, we feature two amazing and creative women who found a way to use their talents to help build and sustain the thing they’re most passionate about – women’s football!

Are you ready to be inspired to give your talents to live your passion? We can do it – we have the power! Let’s start now!

Denise Duffy

Denise Duffy fell in love with women’s soccer and took an analytical approach (as most software engineers do) at discovering and solving the the major problem of the game – small salaries and lack of funds for the athletes.

Denise and her team dove head first into solving this problem creating Backr, an online platform that gives athletes the opportunity to make money by using the power of their own brand; and gives fans the opportunity to support their favorite athletes. (11’)

Visit the website and get started using Backr today at Backr.io.

Follow Backr on Twitter, Instagram and Facebook

Vivyen Bowdler

As a Senior Creative at Twitter UK, Viv Bowdler presented the idea of creating a Women’s World Cup social media campaign unlike anything we’ve seen before – one that would lift up the tournament and its footballers.

This unique campaign included the hashtag #WomeninFootball, a specially-designed emoji (created by Viv), high-quality produced spotlight videos, and beautifully painted street murals depicting many of the stars in women’s football.,

This campaign could only be created and championed by someone who absolutely loves the game and that’s Viv Bowdler! This is one interview you’ll never forget! (49′)

Follow Viv on Twitter @viv
Learn more about Viv and the #WomeninFootball campaign at VivBowdler.com.

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Photo Graphic Designed by: Patricia La Bella

Original Broadcast Date: October 6, 2019

Women’s World Football Show is hosted, written, edited & produced by Patty La Bella.

Additional assistance for this episode by Denise Duffy, Viv Bowdler-Thomas, Jasmine Basi

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Episode 151: Jen Hoy, Haley Kopmeyer, Chloe Logarzo, Allie Long, Megan Rapinoe

Women’s World Football Show, Episode 151 spotlights the NWSL with an exclusive featured interview with Jen Hoy of Sky Blue FC; exclusives with Chloe Logarzo of Washington Spirit and Haley Kopmeyer of Orlando Pride; and soundbites from Megan Rapinoe and Allie Long of Reign FC.

In the wake of the 2019 FIFA Women’s World Cup, the National Women’s Soccer League (NWSL), has seen a sizable increase in match attendances. On this episode we take a deep dive into to the league. Join us as we explore where the league has been, where its going and how to grow it even further – all through the eyes of many of the players.

Jen Hoy

If you’ve followed the NWSL in just the slightest degree over the past 7 years, you know the name Jen Hoy. She’s been an intricate part of the league since its inception in 2013. After a stellar career at Princeton University, Jen was selected in the 4th Round of the inaugural 2013 NWSL College Draft by the Chicago Red Stars. Jen made an immediate impact in the league with her hard work, speed and flair for dramatic goals.

From the outside looking in, Jen Hoy’s career path seems conventional. However, in this candid interview, Jen shares her unlikely journey that resulted in a remarkable career in women’s professional soccer. This is the story of an Ivy League economic major didn’t fit into the world of finance, but thrived on the soccer pitch. This is Jen Hoy! (13′)

Follow Jen Hoy on Twitter @Jenhoy2
Follow Jen on Instagram @jenuinefoodie
Learn more about Thrive: Holistic Health Consulting by Jen

Haley Kopmeyer

Alana “AJ” Johnson meets up with Orlando Pride goalkeeper Haley Kopmeyer in this entertaining interview, to chat about the differences between the NWSL and Australia’s W-League, the switch from Seattle to Orlando, her talents away from soccer and more. (50′)

Chloe Logarzo

AJ also catches up with Washington Spirit and Australian midfielder Chloe Logarzo, who shares her unique football journey, her thoughts on the NWSL and more. (54′)

Listen to a more in-depth interview with Chloe from Episode 127 of Women’s World Football Show and read Patty’s article on this interesting Aussie in The Women’s Game.

Allie Long and Megan Rapinoe

How do we keep the post-Women’s World Cup buzz from dying? USWNT players Allie Long and Megan Rapinoe have a few ideas. We hear from these influential players, courtesy of Reign FC. (59′)

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Photo Courtesy of: Sky Blue FC

Original Broadcast Date: July 28, 2019

Women’s World Football Show is hosted, written, edited & produced by Patty La Bella.

Additional assistance for this episode by Alana “AJ” Johnson, Nichole Paolino (Sky Blue FC), Jackie Maynard (Orlando Pride), press conference soundbites courtesy of Reign FC.

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Episode 150: FIFA Women’s World Cup 2019 Special, Part 3

Women’s World Football Show, Episode 150 features press conference interviews courtesy of FIFA 2019 with England Manager Phil Neville; Sweden Striker Sofia Jakobsson; Netherlands Manager Sarina Wiegman; and USA Manager Jill Ellis.

The FIFA Women’s World Cup 2019 is in the books! Join Women’s World Football Show as we take a look at the Championship Final between USA vs Netherlands. We also look back at the Bronze Medal match between England and Sweden. All soundbites in this episode are courtesy of FIFA 2019.

Below is the lineup with an approximate time where they show up in the show. Enjoy!

Phil Neville – 6’

Sofia Jakobsson – 16’

Sarina Wiegman – 23’

Jill Ellis – 27’

Contributions to this episode provided by: FIFA.com

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Logo Courtesy of: FIFA 2019

Original Broadcast Date: July 7, 2019

Women’s World Football Show is hosted, written, edited, sound designed & produced by Patty La Bella. Additional assistance for this episode by FIFA 2019.

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Episode 149: FIFA Women’s World Cup 2019 Special, Part 2

Women’s World Football Show, Episode 149 features press conference interviews courtesy of FIFA 2019 with England Striker Lucy Bronze and Head Coach Phil Neville; and USA Forward Megan Rapinoe and Head Coach Jill Ellis. Interviews are courtesy of FIFA Women’s World Cup 2019.

The FIFA Women’s World Cup 2019 is in full swing as we take a look at the knockout rounds and quarterfinals of this ground-breaking tournament. All soundbites in this episode are courtesy of FIFA 2019.

Below is the lineup with an approximate time where they show up in the show. Enjoy!

Phil Neville on Lucy Bronze – 13’

Lucy Bronze – 14’

Phil Neville – 17’

Megan Rapinoe – 32’

Jill Ellis – 36’

Contributions to this episode provided by: FIFA.com

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Logo Courtesy of: FIFA 2019

Original Broadcast Date: June 30, 2019

Women’s World Football Show is hosted, written, edited, sound designed & produced by Patty La Bella. Additional assistance for this episode by FIFA 2019.

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Episode 143: Adrianna Franch, Leah Williamson

Women’s World Football Show, Episode 143 features exclusive interviews with U.S. WNT goalkeeper Adrianna Franch and England WNT midfielder Leah Williamson; Soundbites from U.S.WNT players Ashlyn Harris, Alex Morgan and Megan Rapinoe; and a look at Jamaica with CONCACAF expert and host of Futbol Ace podcast Ana DeSouza.

Also on the show, special reports on Algarve Cup, Cypress Cup, FFA Cup of Nations, and SheBelieves Cup; NWSL spring training; and an update on of the SSE Women’s FA Cup.

Adrianna Franch – A Women’s World Football Show exclusive interview with Portland Thorns FC and USWNT goalkeeper Adrianna Franch. WWFShow reporter Alana “AJ” Johnson caught up with the keeper at the SheBelieves Cup after Franch made her debut with the team. Franch talks about her first-cap experience, how her Portland teammates are her biggest fans, a secret talent revealed, and more! (9:40′)

Leah Williamson – AJ is back on the case in this exclusive interview with England and Arsenal midfielder Leah Williamson. The young footballer shares her experiences at SheBelieve, the possibility of going to the 2019 FIFA Women’s World Cup, and more! (14:56′)

Soundbites from:
Ashlyn Harris – AJ was in the mix zone with Orlando Pride/USWNT goalkeeper Ashlyn Harris before the Brazil match. The fan-fave shares her thoughts on playing for the USWNT in Florida in front of tons of family and friends, and playing with and against her Pride teammate Marta! (20:52′)
Alex Morgan – The star forward for USWNT talks to the media about the tournament, playing with and against Marta, and more. (25:43’)
Megan Rapinoe – Tough love language from Pinoe as she shares her thoughts on why she feels the team needs to get tougher, be better, and learn from mistakes. (27:36’)

Ana DeSouza – If you love following the Concacaf teams, you’re going to love hearing from Ana DeSouza. As the writer, producer & founder of the Futbol Ace website & podcast, Ana explores all the Concacaf women’s teams, players, and influencers. In this interview, Ana talks primarily about Jamaica, other Concacaf teams we should be watching, and much more. (40:48’)
Follow Ana on Twitter @ana_futbolace

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Photos/Logos Courtesy of: Portland Thorns FC; Arsenal Women FC
Soundbites from Alex Morgan and Megan Rapinoe courtesy of U.S. Soccer/Wazee Digital.

Original Broadcast Date: March 17, 2019

Women’s World Football Show website design and theme music by Patricia La Bella

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Episode 132: Amy Sayer, Amber Stobbs, Phil Neville

Women’s World Football Show, Episode 132: Features interviews with Australia Women’s National Team striker Amy Sayer, Charlton W.F.C. midfielder Amber Stobbs, and soundbites from England Women’s National Team Manager Phil Neville.

There are tons of rising stars in women’s soccer today, but none as young and exciting as Australia Women’s National Team striker Amy Sayer. Adam sits down with the 16-year old to learn about what it takes to play at the highest level while still in high school.

Making her debut for the senior squad at 2018 Tournament of Nations, Sayer is realizing her dream of playing for the senior squad and preparing for her new team Sydney FC in the Westfield W-League. What are the challenges of a teenager playing among her heroes? What does it feel like to get that initial call up? and what does the future hold for the young star? Amy is here to share all this and more! (25:38′)

Amber Stobbs
Charlton Athletic W.F.C. is getting great results in the FA Women’s Championship this season and one big reason is the addition of midfielder Amber Stobbs. The former Washington Spirit Reserves player visits with Patty to talk about her career, her college days at Hofstra University and her new project – Equal Focus Football.

The 25-year old shares her passion for helping to give young girls an equal opportunity to play football. Amber takes us through her journey as a collegiate player, pro player and female football advocate. It’s an awesome story and one you’ll want to share with everyone you know! (57′)
Learn more about Equal Focus Football online and follow them on Twitter @EQFootball
Get in touch with Amber on Twitter @akstobbs

England vs. Brazil
Adam was on hand to cover England’s 1-0 defeat of Brazil at Meadow Lane in Nottinghamshire. Listen to the full report on the match, Fran Kirby’s winning goal, the impressive play of Nikita Parris, and more! Plus we hear from the Gaffer himself – Phil Neville! (7′)

PLUS…
All the latest from 2018 CONCACAF Women’s Championship; World Cup Qualifiers; the problem with Marta and MORE!

Photos Courtesy of: CAFC.co.uk; CanberraUnited.com; Matildas.FootballAustralia.com.au

Original Broadcast Date: October 7, 2018

Women’s World Football Show website design and theme music by Patricia La Bella

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