Episode 54: Shannon Boxx, Abby Wambach, Jill Ellis, Claire Falknor, Lindsay Agnew

Women’s World Football Show, Episode 54 features exclusive interviews with USWNT stars Shannon Boxx, Abby Wambach, and head coach Jill Ellis; A Frauen-Bundesliga report with German sportswriter Jana Lange; Film maker Megan Shutzer; and college interviews with Claire Falknor (Florida) and Lindsay Agnew (Ohio State).

Frauen-Bundesliga
The 2015-16 Frauen-Bundesliga season is underway and Adam sits down with Germany expert Jana Lange in part one of a two-part preview of the season. A virtual who’s who of teams, players, and even a few goats. After this segment, you’ll be the hit of Octoberfest with all your German league knowledge.

USWNT
AJ “Postgame Gator” Johnson covered the USA vs Costa Rica match in Chattanooga, Tenn. on August 20, 2015 and came away a little wet but with a lot of great soundbites from Abby Wambach and Coach Jill Ellis. Also, listen to AJ’s one-on-one with legendary midfielder Shannon Boxx. It’s guaranteed to leave with a smile on your face.

A Zanzibar Soccer Story
Patty welcomes film maker Megan Shutzer to the show for an in-depth discussion on her groundbreaking documentary New Generation Queens: A Zanzibar Soccer Story. This eye-opening film documents the inspiring story of the women of Zanzibar as they prepare to compete for the first time in the Copa Coca-Cola tournament in Tanzania. This remarkable film brings us into a world where women are not allowed to play (that shouldn’t even be a sentence), but who’s spirit and passion to play the beautiful game is breaking barriers and changing a culture.
Follow the film on Twitter @ngqfilm and like them on Facebook.
Visit the website at NewGenerationQueens.com
Watch the trailer on Vimeo

Postgame Gator Interviews
Can’t get enough AJ? That’s good because college season is underway and our Postgame Gator is on the loose. AJ catches up with forwards Claire Falknor (Florida) and Canadian International Lindsay Agnew (Ohio State).

PLUS…
NWSL final four wrap-up; FAWSL season update; and Adam talks a lot about cake.

Fade Out Music by Donna Summer.

Original Broadcast Date: August 30, 2015

Episode 53: Kaylyn Kyle, Cheryl Downes

Women’s World Football Show, Episode 53 features an exclusive interview with Canada WNT midfielder Kaylyn Kyle; plus, an Australia Women’s National Team update with Aussie sportswriter Cheryl Downes.

Women’s World Football Show welcomes Canadian national Kaylyn Kyle to the show. The Olympic bronze medalist gives us an insider’s look at what it was like to play for the host county during the Women’s World Cup in Canada and the unforgettable memories that will stay with her forever.

The affable midfielder also shares her thoughts on what it’s like playing for Portland Thorns FC in the NWSL and the fan atmosphere that follows the team at home and away. Kyle also updates us on her latest project and plans for the future. If you’ve always wanted to know more about this fan-favorite Canadian, then this the interview you’ll want to catch.

NWSL
The NWSL play-off race is in full swing! Here’s your opportunity to get caught up on the latest and greatest news around the league. Which teams are poised to make it to the post-season and which are packing putting their eggs in next year’s basket. We lay it all out for you. Plus, how did Lianne Sanderson end up in Portland? We’ve got the scoop and more.

The Matildas
Our resident Aussie Cheryl Downes from The Women’s Game is back in the land down under with a full report on the Australian Women’s National Team. After a successful Women’s World Cup, the Matildas are preparing for their next challenge – the 2016 Olympic qualifiers and beyond. Cheryl brings us up to date on what’s next for them, as well as a sneak peek at the upcoming W-League season, the Young Matildas and much more.

Plus…
A peek inside the FAWSL standings, Ashley Nick’s medical report, Jill Ellis’ contract extension, and more! Oh… and another Kate Gill rant?! You know it!

Jorge Bronze is running for homeless dogs. Here’s how you can help!

Fade Out Music by Jessie J (featuring B.o.B).

Original Broadcast Date: August 16, 2015

Episode 49: 2015 Women’s World Cup Quarterfinals

Women’s World Football Show, Episode 49 features a soundbite from Lucy Bronze; and Kehinde from Girls Talk Footy website.

And then there were four. Women’s World Football Show takes a look back at the 2015 FIFA Women’s World Cup quarterfinals and give a watchful eye forward to the semifinals.

USA vs. China
There’s something weird going on in America. Seems like everyone is falling in love with the USWNT again. We find out why and what did they do to disorient China? Could it all be about Amy Rodriguez and Kelley O’Hara? We figure it out.

Japan vs. Australia
The defending World Cup Champions show why they continue to dismantle international teams. Mana Iwabuchi scored the winning goal in dramatic fashion after slowly, methodically and patiently carving up The Matildas. Do they have enough to clinch Back-to-Back World Cup trophies? That’s the question everyone is asking.

Germany vs. France
A quarterfinal worthy of a Final match, these familiar foes competed in what will go down as one of the all-time greatest Women’s World Cup matches of all time. We discuss the German shoot-out victory and France’s failure to walk down the aisle.

England vs. Canada
The tale of two countries. In this emotional quarterfinal, it was Canada’s nemesis coming out as the victor once again. Jodie Taylor and Lucy Bronze took it to the host team, capitalizing on Canada’s mistakes and bringing The Lionesses to advance to the World Cup semifinals for the first time in their history. We also hear Bronze talk about her game-winning goal against Norway (courtesy of FOX sports).

Semifinals
Three former champions and one Cinderella team are left in this exciting tournament. Join us as we look forward to the semifinal matches of USA vs. Germany and England vs. Japan.

Africa
Our friend Kehinde from Girls Talk Footy is back to give us a review of the African teams at this year’s Women’s World Cup. What did she see from Nigeria, Ivory Coast and Cameroon? And how will their results affect women’s soccer in those regions. Don’t miss this interesting and entertaining recap.

Plus…
NWSL news and other random stuff.

Fade Out Music by Madness.

Original Broadcast Date: June 28, 2015

Episode 47: Abby Wambach, Sydney Leroux, Sarah Hallett

Women’s World Football Show, Episode 47 features exclusive interviews with USWNT forwards Abby Wambach and Sydney Leroux.

Join Women’s World Football show as we take a spin around the World Cup groups. We hear from USA star strikers Abby Wambach and Sydney Leroux. Why do these team roomies both seem so relaxed heading into the biggest tournament of their lives? We’ll find out and more with these two exclusive interviews.

Did someone say Groups?
As the Women’s World Cup group stages wind down, WWFShow take a good look at the dominators, the undistinguished, and self-destructors. We take you through all the groups with honest intervention.

USA Report Card
And speaking of intervention, we bring in our WWFShow resident blogger, Sarah Hallett to grade the USA’s performance so far. Are they top of the class or dunces? We’ll find out. Check out Sarah’s blog at WWFShow on Tumblr.

Plus…
No Schmidt-bits, no Kate Gill rant, and no theme songs! That’s what happens when Patty is under the weather and Adam is polishing off his second case of cheap beer.

Fade out music by The Byrds

Original Broadcast Date: June 14, 2015

Episode 46: Jackman, Lange, Baxter, Downes, Kehinde

Women’s World Football Show, Episode 46 features a special 2015 Women’s World Cup preview with New Zealand WNT legend Maia Jackman; And sportswriters Jana Lange (Germany), Kevin Baxter (USA), Cheryl Downes (Australia), and Kehinde (Nigeria).

FINALLY!
Women’s World Cup 2015 is finally here, and you know what that means… Patty and Adam come up with a bunch of inaccurate predictions. Remember their World Cup 2014 predictions? No? That’s because that show was deleted off the airwaves. This time will be different however, because joining in the conversation will be a panel of experts from every corner of the globe.

Check out this lineup…

Maia Jackman
The legendary Kiwi is back with us to talk about New Zealand and Group A.

Jana Lange
No one knows Germany or Group B better than our favorite German sports journalist.

Cheryl Downes, Kevin Baxter, Kehinde from Girls Talk Footy
We look at Australia, Sweden, Nigeria and USA in what they are calling the “Group of Death” with best expert pundits around.

Plus
Patty and Adam give the tournament’s players to watch, surprise teams, compare brackets, and more!

Check out Cheryl’s article in The Women’s Game!

ICYMI: Nadine Angerer’s music video (don’t blame us).
Fade out music by Queen & David Bowie

Original Broadcast Date: May 31, 2015

Episode 45: Vero Boquete, Perez, Rampone, Johnston, Harris

Women’s World Football Show, Episode 45 features an exclusive interview with Spanish midfielder Vero Boquete (conducted by German sports journalist Jana Lange); Plus Mexico WNT striker Veronica Perez; USWNT defenders Christie Rampone and Julie Johnston; and Doncaster Rover Belles head coach Glen Harris.

FFC Frankfurt has just won the 2015 UEFA Women’s Champions League and we hear from their star forward Vero Boquete! Our friend and German sports journalist Jana Lange is back from Berlin with a full report.

Jana chatted with Vero about the Championship match, her plans on the future, what it means to be part of the first Spanish team to go to the Women’s World Cup, and more!

Plus a look at the top teams in the Bundesliga, a German National Team update, and more!

USA vs. Mexico
Patty and WWFShow blogger Sarah Hallett visited StubHub Center for the USA vs. Mexico friendly and shouldered their way to the front of the media mix zone for some great interviews. We hear from our friend Veronica Perez who chats about the match and what Mexico needs to do to advance out of their group at World Cup. We hear from 5-time Women’s World Cup attendee Christie Rampone and first-timer Julie Johnston. The seasoned veteran and upstart young gun give us two defensive perspectives on the footballing life and the World Cup. Plus, what’s so different about USA head coach Jill Ellis?

Doncaster vs. Reading
Adam traveled to Doncaster for the Reading match-up and gives a full report on the surprising result. And to get a really good look at the Donny Belles, our English host chats with head coach Glen Harris, who gives us his frank assessment of the team and the league. Plus, a look up and down the table.

NWSL Roundup
Week 7 is in the books for the NWSL, and we’ve got all the scoop on the teams, their standings and how they’re making due without their national team players.

Fade out music by Clark Beckham

Original Broadcast Date: May 24, 2015

Episode 44: Christen Press

Women’s World Football Show, Episode 44 features an exclusive interview with USWNT striker Christen Press; and Mexico Correspondent Pamela Del Olmo.

Women’s World Football Show welcomes USA’s goal-scoring savant, Christen Press! After a stellar youth and collegiate career, Christen has established herself as one of the most valued players on the U.S. Women’s National Team.

Christen is known for being an open-book when it comes to her inner-thoughts and this interview is no different. In this intimate, up-close, and sometimes funny conversation, the introspective striker shares some of her most favorite memories growing up, her thoughts on her loyal fan base, her feelings about playing in her first Women’s World Cup, and more!

Think you know everything there is to know about Christen? We ask her questions she’s never been asked before and we guarantee you’ll love her answers. Now if only we can get her to cut a rap song for our show theme!

Mexico Women’s National Team
Our Mexican pundit, Pamela Del Olmo brings us a timely update on the El Tricolor. Her dedicated insight gives us a unique perspective on this sometimes mysterious team. What are the strengths of the team? Who are the players to watch? And why is advancing out of their Women’s World Cup group vital to the growth of the game in Mexico? Plus, what do the fans and the players really think of having so many Mexican-Americans on the team? Pamela lends her expertise and knowledge on these subjects and more! Follow Pamela on Twitter @pndom.

International Updates
We’re delivering brief updates on FAWSL 2, USA vs. Ireland and Champions League! Mark Sampson announced the England Women’s World Cup squad and Adam breaks it all down. Australia manager Alen Stajcic announced his squad and Patty is none-too-happy.

Wait… there’s more!
Adam explains why he’s so grumpy about Mother’s Day, Patty’s Fox Channel lovefest, and a #AskBarry question (kind of). And did we mention Christen Press?

USWNT pose with their moms!

Fade out music: The Simpsons themes by Green Day and Los Lobos

Original Broadcast Date: May 15, 2015.

Episode 35: Nicola Hobbs, Glenn Harris

Women’s World Football Show, Episode 35 features an exclusive interview with Doncaster Rovers Belles goalkeeper Nicola Hobbs and head coach Glenn Harris; Plus University of Florida’s Christen Westphal and Tessa Andujar.

Women’s World Football Show gets inspired by an array of women footballers. This episode’s featured guest is Nicola Hobbs of the Doncaster Rovers Belles. The inspirational goalkeeper talks to Adam about life as footballer and fire fighter. Hobbs gives a unique insight on training, working, and balancing two high demanding careers.

USA vs. France Recap
WWFShow recaps the recent friendly between the No. 2 and No. 3 teams in the world. And this time it was France with a revolutionary blow to the Yanks. What did these teams do right? What did they do wrong? And will Jill Ellis ever figure out that secret combination? It’s all here and more! Plus… Toblex!

USA vs. England Preview
The muskets have been drawn and the tea has been spilt as Adam and Patty go toe-to-toe as their home countries prepare for battle. A look at both team’s fixtures, injured players and possible strategies.

Adam chats with Donny Belles’ manager Glen Harris. Photo courtesy of Julian Barker

FA Cup
Adam recaps the FA Cup match between Doncaster Belles and the London Bees. He also speaks to Doncaster’s boss, Glenn Harris pitch-side after the match, as well as Nic Hobbs’ post-game reaction. The jolly-good host also previews upcoming FA Cup fixtures.

Gator Power
Alana “AJ” Johnson is back with two inspiring interviews with future stars’ University of Florida’s Christen Westphal and Tessa Andujar.

Plus…
A look at the career of England Football legend and role model, Kelly Smith, Mexico vs. Ecuador, Thailand vs. Netherlands, and more!!

Fade-out music by Ellie Goulding

Original Broadcast Date: February 8, 2015