Episode 162: Jessica McDonald, Felicia Pennant

Women’s World Football Show, Episode 162 features an exclusive interview with USWNT forward Jessica McDonald; and SEASON zine founder and editor Felicia Pennant.

Two worlds colliding is the theme of this show as we feature two powerhouse voices in women’s football today!

Jessica McDonald

A lesson in perseverance, Jessica McDonald played for six NWSL teams in under four years. Her heart and hard work paid off as she now is one of the most decorated players in women’s football. The 2019 Women’s World Cup champion is making a name for herself as a solid striker on the USA Women’s National Team, and has most recently named to the Concacaf Women’s Olympic Qualifying roster.

Not only an amazing footballer and athlete, Jessica is also a dedicated mom to young son Jeremiah. On this episode Jess shares how motherhood has shaped her career and her motivation to be the best and to be a positive role model. Jess also tells us about her latest side hustle as a podcaster talking about mom athletes and showing all of us that life is possible even when you’re a parent! (17′)

Follow Jessica on Twitter at @J_Mac1422

Felicia Pennant

Fashion and football come crashing together in SEASON zine, a publication and podcast by founder and editor Felicia Pennant. SEASON zine uses football and fashion as a platform to tackle important topics that effect our everyday lives. (53’)

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Photo Courtesy of: U.S. Soccer

Original Broadcast Date: January 19, 2020

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

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Episode 161: Mykiaa Minniss

Women’s World Football Show, Episode 161 features an exclusive interview with Washington State defender Mykiaa Minniss; with sound bites from Washington State’s Morgan Weaver and Todd Schulenberger; UCLA’s Kaiya McCullough and Amanda Cromwell; UNC’s Alessia Russo; and Stanford University’s Sophia Smith, Naomi Girma and Sam Hiatt.

It’s the last episode of 2019! Instead of looking back, we’re looking forward to the next generation of women soccer stars. The 2019 NCAA Div 1 Women’s College Cup just wrapped up with Stanford winning their third national title, so a perfect time to spotlight women’s soccer Futures!

Mykiaa Minniss

The hero of the 2019 NCAA Div 1 women’s soccer quarterfinals, Washington State Sophomore defender Mykiaa Minniss scored the winning goal sending the Cougars to the College Cup for the first time in the history of the school. We talk with Mykiaa about her growing-up days in Colorado, her collegiate career, the future, and more!!

Establishing herself as a leader on and off the pitch, Mykiaa looks into the future of Cougars soccer program and how she’s looking forward to the next two years. (11′)

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

Morgan Weaver – 34’

Todd Schulenberger – 36’

Kaiya McCullough– 37’

Amanda Cromwell – 38’

Alessia Russo – 45’

Sophia Smith – 45’

Sam Hiatt & Naomi Girma – 51’

Contributions to this episode provided by: NCAA.com

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Original Broadcast Date: December 23, 2019

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Episode 160: Clare Polkinghorne, Cheryl Downes

Women’s World Football Show, Episode 160 features an exclusive interview with Australia Women’s National Team defender Clare Polkinghorne; and Aussie football journalist Cheryl Downes.

Throughout history, women footballers have had to struggle and overcome obstacles just to play the beautiful game. Today’s world of women’s football is no different with the struggle to fight for equality.

On November 5, 2019, a collaborative agreement was announced between the Australia men’s Socceroos & and the women’s Westfield Matildas, giving equal shares of total player revenue, resources and other benefits. On this episode, we take a look at this new CBA, the growth of the Westfield Matildas, the W-League, and more with special guests Australia WNT defender Clare Polkinghorne and Aussie sports journalist Cheryl Downes.

Clare Polkinghorne

At only 30-years old, Clare Polkinghorne has spent half of her life on the Westfield Matildas. Known as a leader among her teammates and a mentor to young players, Clare shares with us her thoughts on leadership, goal-setting, and more!

Clare also shares her new role as player/coach with Brisbane Roar. How does this new role change the way she approaches the game and her future in football? Clare gives us all the inside info and more! Don’t miss this important conversation with one of the world’s most successful women’s footballers in the game today! (15’)

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Cheryl Downes

Long-time friend and supporter Cheryl Downes stops by to get us up to date on the Australia Women’s National Team’s new CBA, Australia’s upcoming Olympic Qualifiers, W-League up dates, and more! Do not miss this convo with the Editor-in-Chief Australia’s top women’s football website, Beyond90.com.au! (41’)

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Photo Courtesy of: Westfield Matildas

Original Broadcast Date: December 1, 2019

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

Additional assistance for this episode by Clare Polkinghorne, Damon Wilson at Wilson Management Alliance, Cheryl Downes, Beyond90

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Episode 159: Grace Cutler, Kennedy, Corsie, Bledsoe, Rueben

Women’s World Football Show, Episode 159 features exclusive interviews with Sassuolo FC center-back Grace Cutler; Australia WNT defender Alanna Kennedy; Scotland WNT defender Rachel Corsie; Washington Spirit goalkeeper Aubrey Bledsoe; and Nigeria U20 striker Charity Chetachukwu Reuben.

On this episode, we focus on the ‘other side’ of playing professional football – living and playing abroad.

Imagine having a job that requires you to pick up and relocate to another country at least twice a year… forcing you to live and work in a foreign country. Many times, it’s a country you’ve never been to before, far away from family and friends, and the comforts of home.

This has become very common in the women’s game and one we’ll explore in-depth with special guests American Grace Cutler who is currently playing in Italy; Nigerian Charity Rueben who just finished up playing club football in Katzakstan; and brief chats with American Aubrey Bledsoe who is playing in Australia; and Aussie Alanna Kennedy and Scotland’s Rachel Corsie, who just finished up their NWSL season in the USA.

Grace Cutler

After stellar careers in high school and college, Grace Cutler was drafted by the Houston Dash in the 2019 NWSL College Draft. From there, it’s been a rollercoaster ride of emotions and whirl wind of life lessons.

We chat with Grace about her past year and her current challenge of playing abroad in the Italy’s Serie A with Sassuolo FC. How is she adapting, what is she learning about the game and herself, and much more! (8’)

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Alanna Kennedy & Rachel Corsie

Our friend and official ‘Post-Game Gator’ Alana “AJ” Johnson meets up with AUS/Orlando Pride defender Alanna Kennedy and SCO/Utah Royals FC defender Rachel Corsie in a post-game environment to talk about playing in the NWSL, some of their favorite places to visit, their off-the-pitch talents, and much more! (44’)

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Aubrey Bledsoe

Washington Spirit goalkeeper and 2019 NWSL Goalkeeper of the Year Aubrey Bledsoe returns to the W-League this season with Sydney FC. In a recent Washington Spirit press conference we asked Aubrey about her experience in Australia, what she’s learned from playing abroad, some of the challenges being so far from home, and of course her recent call up to the USWNT. (54′)

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Charity Chetachukwu Reuben

The 18-year old star of Nigeria’s U16 WNT and U20 WNT, Charity Chetachukwu Reuben shares her experience of playing for BIIK Kazygurt in Kazakhstan, making her debut Champions League appearance, the challenges of playing abroad, her future plans, and more! (01:02′)

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Photo Courtesy of: Sassuolo FC

Original Broadcast Date: November 17, 2019

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Episode 158: Chinyelu Asher, Ana De Souza

Women’s World Football Show, Episode 158 features an exclusive interview with Jamaica Women’s National Team Midfielder Chinyelu Asher; and a special Concacaf report with Ana De Souza.

What’s it like to be the first to do something in your field? To be the first to set a record or achieve something that goes down in the annals of history? One thing we know for sure is, when you’re the first to do something, it opens the doors and creates opportunities for other ‘firsts.’

On Episode 158 of Women’s World Football Show, we examine the Jamaica Women’s National Team, better known as the Reggae Girlz and their historic road to becoming the first Caribbean women’s team to qualify for the Women’s World Cup.

Plus, we take a deep dive into the Concacaf teams, players, leagues, and tournaments heading into the 2020 Concacaf Women’s Olympic Qualifying Championships.

Chinyelu Asher

Jamaica WNT midfielder Chinyelu Asher shares her footballing journey, her outlook on pushing past her comfort zone, and her meditative mindset.

As a member of the 2019 Women’s World Cup Jamaican team, Chinyelu gives us a look into her experiences on the team from qualifying to the team’s recent No Pay, No Play walkout and it’s result. If you’ve always loved Chinyelu as a player, you’ll love her even more as a person and role model after this interview. (14’)

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Ana De Souza

Writer, podcaster, and Concacaf expert Ana De Souza stops by to talk all things Jamaica and Concacaf. What were Ana’s impressions of the Reggae Girlz debut in France? Which teams and players should we be watching in the upcoming Concacaf Women’s Olympic Qualifiers? And who is the third best team in Concacaf today? Ana gives us it to us straight! Plus, a special Pan American Games report and More! (60’)

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Original Broadcast Date: November 3, 2019

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

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Episode 157: Arianna Romero, Pamela Del Olmo

Women’s World Football Show, Episode 157 features an exclusive interview with Houston Dash and Mexico Women’s National Team defender Arianna Romero; plus, a special Mexico report by correspondent Pamela Del Olmo.

On this episode of Women’s World Football show, we examine the rise, fall, and hopefully rising again of the Mexico Women’s National Team.

First, we look back at the classic David vs. Goliath tale of the 2010 Concacaf Women’s Championship when the Mexico team (made up of mostly college and unattached players) beat the mighty USWNT to win an automatic berth to the 2011 Women’s World Cup. It was a story for the ages!

Because the team failed to qualify for the 2019 Women’s World Cup, we examine the big changes being made currently at the senior level and discuss what needs to happen to bring the team back to being contenders on the world stage. And, we look to the future with the successes of U17 and U20 teams, and the popular Liga MX Femenil.

Join us on this special spotlight with Mexico star defender Arianna Romero and Mexico correspondent Pamela Del Olmo… Vamanos!!

Arianna Romero

The 27-year old Mexico defender Ari Romero has been around the world playing football and now she’s here to talk about her career club and country. Already a veteran with the Mexico Women’s National Team, Ari shares with us what the fans can expect at the upcoming 2020 Concacaf Women’s Championships (that serve as a qualifier for the 2020 Olympics).

In 2019 Ari signed on with the NWSL team that kicked off her club career all those years before – the Houston Dash. The crafty defender talks about her time in Houston, why she fits so well in the backline there, the team’s recent match in Mexico, and more!

Plus, Ari shares a special message to her Spanish-speaking supporters. You want to catch this exclusive with one of the brightest footballers in the women’s game today! (13’)

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Pamela Del Olmo

Mexico expert and correspondent Pamela Del Olmo stops by to talk all things Mexico! How did that 2010 Concacaf win against USA shape the culture of women’s football in Mexico (or did it?)? Is the coaching at the senior level the same as it ever was? Will we see another story-book ending at the upcoming 2020 Concacaf Women’s Championship? Pamela give us it to us with brutal honesty.

Plus, how is the success of the U17 team and the popularity of the MX Liga Femenil growing women’s football in Mexico.?You’ll be surprised by what Pamela has to report. Also, we take a look at the recent match between 2-time Tigres and Houston Dash. Pamela was there and she gives us a report on the match, the fans, and what this means to the players on both teams. (37’)

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Photo Courtesy of: Mexico Football Federation

Original Broadcast Date: October 20, 2019

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

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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′)

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Learn more about Viv and the #WomeninFootball campaign at VivBowdler.com.

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Original Broadcast Date: October 6, 2019

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

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Episode 155: Rianna Jarrett, Louise Quinn, Kieran Crowley

Women’s World Football Show, Episode 155 features exclusive interviews with Republic of Ireland Women’s National Team Players Wexford Youths Striker Rianna Jarrett and Arsenal WFC Defender Louise Quinn; plus Irish author Kieran Crowley.

Despite being established over 45 years ago, the Republic of Ireland Women’s National Football Team has yet to qualify for a major tournament. However, there is hope on the horizon for women’s football in Ireland as the national team prepares to qualify for the UEFA Women’s European Championships 2021.

With the hiring of new manager Vera Pauw and talented young stars, the future is as bright as ever in Ireland. Another positive sign that women’s football is taking off in Ireland is the growing popularity of the Women’s National League (WNL) and it’s bright young star, our featured guest, Rianna Jarrett.

Also, featured on this episode is a special appearance by Rep. of Ireland star defender Louise Quinn! Plus, Irish author and women’s football advocate Kieran Crowley. And, a bonus snippet from Alana “AJ” Johnson’s interview with Megan Campbell from 2014.

It’s a New Day for women’s football in Ireland and it starts Right Now!

Rianna Jarrett

The phenom from Wexford has suffered her share of disappointing injuries over the course of her short 25 years. But one thing is for sure, Rianna Jarrett never let those injuries define her or dictate her future.

In this exclusive interview, Rianna discusses her resilience to return to the game she’s loved since her youth. Also, the young star shares stories of her childhood, the exciting experience of playing against the USA in front of 37,000 people, the state of women’s football in Ireland, and so much more!

If you’re looking for a young Irish player to root for heading into the UEFA Women’s Euro qualifiers, Rianna Jarrett is that player. (16’)

Follow Rianna Jarrett on Twitter @RiannaJarrett and on Instagram @riannajarrett.

Louise Quinn

One of the biggest names on the Rep. of Ireland WNT, Arsenal WFC defender Louise Quinn talks with us about the upcoming UEFA Women’s Euro qualifiers, how women’s football is growing in Ireland, what we can do to help that growth, the upcoming FAWSL season, and more! (49′)

Follow Louise on Twitter @louise_quinn4 and on Instagram @louisequinn4.

Kieran Crowley

Irish author and women’s football advocate Kieran Crowley discusses his novel The Mighty Dynamo, youth football in Ireland, the influence of women’s football in his book, and more! (39’)

Follow Kieran on Twitter @KMarkCrowley

Learn more about The Mighty Dynamo at Facebook.com/MightyDynamo and order your copy on Amazon.

Read an excerpt from Chapter One of The Mighty Dynamo: https://us.macmillan.com/books/9781250079244

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Photo Courtesy of: Wexford Youths Women

Original Broadcast Date: September 22, 2019

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

Additional assistance for this episode by Chris Lopez, Ilyanna Guitierez of US Soccer, Kieran Crowley, and Alana “AJ” Johnson.

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Episode 154: Jordan DiBiasi, Beattie Goad, Christen Press

Women’s World Football Show, Episode 154 features exclusive interviews with Washington Spirit Midfielder Jordan DiBiasi; Stanford University Midfielder Beattie Goad; and Soundbites from USWNT Strikers Christen Press and Rose Lavelle.

Only the top high school athletes make it to the level of playing women’s college soccer. During the 2016-2017 school year, there were about 38,873 women playing collegiate soccer and of these college players, 1,155 were international recruits.

How has playing collegiate soccer helped prepare players for the professional ranks, and more than that, how does it bring out the best in these young women and shape their futures as world changers? In this episode, we talk with one of the brightest young stars in the NWSL – in her first pro season after a stellar college career at Stanford, Washington Spirit midfielder Jordan Dibiasi.

Also, Stanford defender from Australia, Beattie Goad. We’ll also hear from one of the most famous Stanford players of all time – Christen Press; and a cameo by Washington Spirit forward Rose Lavelle.

Jordan DiBiasi

Washington Spirit rookie midfielder Jordan DiBiasi stops by to talk about her stellar career at Stanford, how playing college soccer helped prepare her for the professional ranks, her seamless transition from college to pros, and more.

Jordan shares how she’s handled being drafted 3rd overall by the Washington Spirit in the 2019 NWSL College Draft and the challenges that come with that – all with a positive attitude! Jordan DiBiasi is part of the young crop of USWNT U-23 players you need to watch and this interview will show you why! (9’)

Follow Jordan DiBiasi on Twitter @ DiBiasiJordan and on Instagram @jordan_dibiasi

Beattie Goad

All the way from Melbourne, Australia, Beattie Goad is making a name for herself as a standout footballer at Stanford University. A combination of brains and brawn, Beattie has been working hard at expanding her horizons at Stanford, forging friendships and interests away from just school and soccer.

A two-time W-League champion and NCAA Women’s National Champion, Beattie give us insight on what it takes to balance playing football at a highest level while Majoring in Human Biology with a minor in medical anthropology. Get to know this exciting and interesting player and person only on Women’s World Football Show! (42’)

Check out Patty’s article on Beattie Goad for Beyond90.

Rose Lavelle and Christen Press

Washington Spirit striker and USWNT star Rose Lavelle stops by to chat about the new-look Spirit team, how the young players are affecting the team, and the challenge of going from national team to club team. (34’)

One of the most famous Stanford players of all time, USWNT striker Christen Press chats to Patty about her college experience, the magical atmosphere at Stanford, and her advice to student athletes. (39’)

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Photo Courtesy of: Washington Spirit

Original Broadcast Date: September 8, 2019

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

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Episode 152: Jodie Taylor

Women’s World Football Show, Episode 152 features an exclusive interviews with England striker Jodie Taylor; Editor of She Kicks Women’s Football Magazine Jen O’Neill; and USWNT Head Coach Jill Ellis.

The game is growing all over the world, but no place faster than in England. This is thanks in part to the success of the Lionesses of England, the Women’s Super League, Championship League, and media including TV broadcasts, websites, and magazines dedicated to women’s football. On this episode, we focus on the rise of women’s football in England with featured guest England striker Jodie Taylor and editor of She Kicks Women’s Football magazine Jen O’Neill. Plus we hear from Jill Ellis on the eve of her departure as head coach of the USWNT.

Jodie Taylor

To say Jodie Taylor is a well-traveled player is an understatement. Beginning her club career with Tranmere Rovers as a youth, Jodie ventured from her home at 18 to play college football at Oregon State University. It was a hard time leaving her urban home to a remote town in the USA, but it was the start of a unique road that would lead all the way to the National Team. Jodie generously takes on her football journey with honesty, humor, and foresight.

Jodie didn’t follow the conventional path we see in most players at this level. In fact, you could say Jodie Taylor paved her own path to become one of the top players in the world and a true role model for young people to follow. This interview breaks down the mystery that is Jodie Taylor! (10′)

Jill Ellis

Jill Ellis, who led the U.S. Women’s National Team to historic back-to-back FIFA Women’s World Cup titles in Canada (2015) and France (2019), will step down as head coach following the completion of the Victory Tour in early October, 2019. Listen in as the coach tells us what she hopes her legacy will be and what her future holds.  (41′)

Jen O’Neill

Editor of She Kicks Women’s Football Magazine Jen O’Neill makes her WWFShow debut! One of the more respected voices in women’s football in the UK, Jen stops by to talk about the Lionesses, their 2019 Women’s World Cup performance, the future of the team, as well as the upcoming FAWSL and Championship, and a lot more! (46′)

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Photo Courtesy of: Reign FC

Original Broadcast Date: August 11, 2019

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

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