Episode 66: Natasha Dowie, Lucy Staniforth

Women’s World Football Show, Episode 66 features exclusive interviews with England striker Natasha Dowie; Liverpool’s Lucy Staniforth; plus, W-League Grand Final review with Cheryl Downes; and a look at the recent USWNT lawsuit with legal expert Michelle Stile.

Women’s World Football Show is touching all corners of the world this week. First up is an exclusive interview with FAWSL star Natasha Dowie!

Adam sits down with the versatile striker as she prepares to make her debut with her new team – Doncaster Belles. As one of the biggest moves of this off-season, Natasha gives us insight on why she chose the Belles over other teams and what we can expect to see from her in 2016.

After three successful seasons with Liverpool Ladies, Natasha discusses her former team and their very dramatic FAWSL back-to-back championships. Natasha also gives us her thoughts on playing in the Australia’s Westfield W-League and why Melbourne Victory has not seen the last of her.

CONCACAF

The 2016 Olympic qualifying event kicks off on February 10, 2016 in Texas and we’re breaking down all the juicy tidbits. If you haven’t heard about all the surprise roster moves from top teams USA, Canada and Mexico, then you’ll want to pay attention. What… no HAO? No Charlyn Corral and… Where’s Kaylyn Kyle?

Lucy Staniforth!
Thought you heard enough from former Liverpool players? Guess again! Adam recently caught up with the ever-popular Lucy Staniforth. The affable midfielder talks about her recent move back to Sunderland, a team where her career started. Despite two season-ending injuries, Lucy’s positive spirit and dedicated work ethic helped her forge her way back stronger than ever. Prepare yourself to be inspired!

W-League Grand Final
The ninth season of the W-League has wrapped up! But not before giving us an entertaining Grand Final (what’s this about rock, paper scissors?). TV star and reporter for The Women’s Game, Cheryl Downes was in Melbourne taking notes and names and she’s here to give us every play-by-play detail. Plus, Cheryl gives us her assessment on the season and also some insight on who we can expect to see back next year and who played their last match!

US Soccer vs. USWNT
Are you scratching your noggin over the recent lawsuit filed by US Soccer against the US Women’s National Team? If so, we brought in soccer journalist and attorney-at-law Michelle Stile to give us the rundown. How did this happen and why is it happening now right before Olympic qualifiers? Court is in session, so take a listen!
Check out Michelle’s awesome website Women’s Soccer Weekly!

Plus…
Women’s FA Cup results; FAWSL schedule update; NWSL updates and more!

Fade Out Music by Ringo Starr

Original Broadcast Date: February 7, 2016

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 52: Emma Hayes, Rick Passmoor

Women’s World Football Show, Episode 52 features a Women’s FA Cup Final report with Chelsea Ladies FC head coach Emma Hayes and Notts County head coach Rick Passmoor; Germany WNT report with German sportswriter Jana Lange; and former Dutch player and philosopher on women’s sports studies Dr. Martine Prange.

Chelsea Ladies are the 2015 Women’s FA Cup Champions. Played at the historic Wembley Stadium in front of a crowd of 30,710 supporters, the Women’s FA Cup Final featured Chelsea Ladies vs. Notts County Ladies. Adam was among the crowd and gives us a full recap.

We hear from a very elated and relieved Chelsea head coach Emma Hayes, as her team finally brings home treasured hardware. Also Notts County head coach Rick Passmoor gives us his thoughts playing in the Final and what it means to his team and to women’s soccer.

Germany
Jana Lange is back from her 42 days in Canada with a full recap of Germany’s run at the Women’s World Cup. Why did Germany stumble at the end? Did Nadine Kessler’s absence really make the difference? And just what is it about Hope Solo’s mind games? Jana brings us up to speed. Plus, retirement updates on Sylivia Neid and Célia Šašić.

Dr. Martine Prange
Former Dutch professional soccer player and now philosopher of women’s sports studies, Dr. Prange gives a unique insight into her work, research and women’s soccer in the Netherlands. Her hard-hitting opinions on the problems facing women’s soccer and the solutions that are needed to right the ship is worthy of discussion. Don’t miss this highly-intriguing and thought provoking interview.

Plus…
An NWSL update featuring scores, standings and player news; lively debate on the future of Abby Wambach; and of course a Sophie Schmidt special bulletin.

Fade Out Music by One Republic.

Original Broadcast Date: August 2, 2015

Episode 43: Stephanie Roche

Women’s World Football Show, Episode 43 features an exclusive interview with Republic of Ireland forward Stephanie Roche; Jordan Sports Journalist Waleed Abu Nada; and Girls Talk Footy editor Kehinde.

Women’s World Football Show welcomes Republic of Ireland’s Stephanie Roche! One of the most popular strikers in the women’s game today, Stephanie tells of her remarkable journey from the Dublin suburbs to the Lone Star State of Texas.

The formidable forward gives us insight on the Irish team, what she thinks of the NWSL, and her thoughts on building a women’s league in Ireland.

If all you know of Stephanie is from a certain viral video, then you only know a fraction about this amazing footballer!
Warning: Listening to this interview may cause a sudden desire to wear an unusual amount of green and a strong urge to roll around in a field of clover!

Check out Steph Roche’s FIFA Puska’s nominated goal!

Jordan
Sports journalist Waleed Abu Nada stops by to give us some much-needed insight on women’s football in Jordan. In a region that doesn’t get much attention, Jordan is one of the most progressive countries in the Middle East when it comes to women’s football. Waleed gives us a fascinating look at how Jordan is breaking new ground and paving the way for other Middle Eastern countries to follow.

Ivory Coast
Our friend Kehinde of Girls Talk Footy is back to preview the Women’s World Cup-bound African teams. This week we’re taking a look at the debutantes of Ivory Coast. How will The Female Elephants do in their first intercontinental tournament? Who’s the player to watch? And can these underdogs make it out of a group with Germany and Finland? Kehinde gives us all we need to know and more!

NWSL and FAWSL 1&2
Patty and Adam break down the weekend’s games from across the ponds. There are surprises in both leagues this season, so you don’t want to miss these interesting and always entertaining reports.

WSNET
Our friends at WSNET are bidding to the Aviva Community Fund for grant funds to run a Female Fitness Fortnight (#FFF) next September. This is a huge opportunity for women’s sport, fitness AND WSNet. So give them your vote!
See the project on the Aviva Community Fund.
Vote here – https://community-fund.aviva.co.uk/voting/project/view/2561/

Fade out music by U2

Original Broadcast Date: May 10, 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

Episode 34: Carli Lloyd

Women’s World Football Show, Episode 34 features an exclusive interview with USWNT midfielder Carli Lloyd; Plus Steel City FC GM Steph Harrison.

Women’s World Football Show welcomes 2-time Olympic gold medal winner Carli Lloyd! USA’s top-scoring midfielder took a break from USWNT training camp in California to chat with Patty about everything from her fitness leading up to the World Cup to her thoughts on the NWSL. In this highly personal interview, Carli gives us an inside look at her “hard-as-nails” image and why we should never judge a book by it’s cover. Plus, does the steely-eyed goal scorer cry at movies? You’ll have to listen to find out!

Steel City FC
If there’s a new team in Pittsburgh, you know Adam is on it! The Pitts-obsessed Englishman visits with the wunderkind behind the newest WPSL team, GM Steph Harrison. Discover how one vision to bring women’s soccer to the City of Champions has become a reality. Support Steel City FC by following them on Twitter @SteelCityFC and visit their website at SteelCityFC.com.

Cyprus Cup and FA Cup
WWFShow breaks down the equally-matched groups at this year’s Cyprus Cup. If you don’t know what’s going on in Cyprus, we’ll get you up to speed. Also, the latest and greatest news on the upcoming Women’s FA Cup match-ups. Will Doncaster get stung this weekend by the London Bees? Adam will be buzzing around the scene.

Plus…
Updates on upcoming international friendlies, a recap of the Four-Nation’s Cup in China, Adam lets us know how to cope with a Sophie Schmidt-less NWSL, Barry plays the drums and more!

And all this Hope Solo business is making us feel kind of… deflated.

Fade-Out Music by Green Day.

Original Broadcast Date: January 24, 2015

Episode 33: Veronica Perez

Women’s World Football Show, Episode 33 features an exclusive interview Mexico Women’s National Team striker Veronica Pérez; Plus an Australia update with Aussie sports journalist Cheryl Downes.

Veronica Pérez is in the house! Women’s World Football Show welcomes the talented and intensely focused midfielder as she shares with us her journey from growing up in Northern California to her very important role on the Mexico Women’s National Team.

“V” (as Patty calls her without permission) also discusses how she came to play for Mexico, growing the women’s game in that country, and a few of her favorite memories on the pitch, as well as what she thinks of the NWSL and her club-team the Washington Spirit. So call all your amigos y familiares and tell them about this great interview!

Cheryl Downes is back to discuss the latest happenings in Australia. How did Canberra United snatch the W-League championship from Perth Glory and what are the Matilda’s doing as they waltz up to the 2015 Women’s World Cup!

All this and a look at the NWSL College Draft, the league’s new commissioner, as well as a roundup of player movement in the FAWSL… so far!

We guarantee a Paws-itively doggone good time for everyone!

Told you Adam was wearing a dog suit!

Music by Los Lobos and Men at Work.

Original Broadcast Date: January 11, 2015

Episode 32: Katie Hume, Chris Lopez, Sarah Coutts

Women’s World Football Show, Episode 32 celebrates 2014 by turning the mic over to football fans from all over the world, including: Katie Hume, Chris Lopez, and Sarah Coutts.

American Outlaw Chris Lopez shows his support for USWNT.

First up is the Queen of the Player Selfie – Katie Hume from England. Then we get a behind-the-scenes look at The American Outlaws with California Chapter 18 member Chris Lopez. Finally, an inspiring interview from Scotland with Chelsea’s favorite fan Sarah Coutts.

Katie and Christen Press show us why selfies don’t have to be boring.

A year-end special wouldn’t be complete without a list of highlights of the year from clubs and countries around the world, as well as a replay of our favorite interviews of the year featuring Patty’s chat with USWNT forward Amy Rodriguez and Adam’s Cyprus Q&A with (who else?) Sophie Schmidt.

Plus a preview of some of the exciting things in store for 2015!

Sarah poses with one of her favorite players, Claire Rafferty of Chelsea Ladies.

Important website links:
American Outlaws
30,000 Miles To Canada

Connect with our guests on Twitter:
@katiemurillo
@AO_Modesto
@SarahC4552

Music by USA Soccer Songs Fans and Little Rascals (don’t judge).

Original Broadcast Date: December 27, 2014

Episode 28: Laura Alleway, Lauren Silver, Hannah Wilkinson

Women’s World Football Show, Episode 28 features an exclusive interview with Australia Women’s National Team defender Laura Alleway; Jamaica head coach Merron Gordon; and Alana “AJ” Johnson chats with college stars Lauren Silver, Arin Gilliland, Sally Gill, and Hannah Wilkinson.

Women’s World Football Show celebrates Australian International and Brisbane Roar defender Laura Alleway! Adam interviews the towering footballer and goes in-depth with her on everything from the challenges of playing on a struggling team to the successes of the Matildas. Laura also shares her plans for the future and the things she’s doing today to prepare for life after football.

There are more teams celebrating their entry into the Women’s World Cup 2015 in Canada. Join us as we recap the qualifying tournaments including CONCACAF, CAF African Women’s Championship, European playoffs and the Oceania Tournament.

Will we see a Caribbean side enter the world championship for the first time? Which three teams will represent Africa? And what will the All-Whites of New Zealand do to make themselves better? All this and more, including a few words with Jamaica Head Coach Merron Gordon.

Women’s World Football Show correspondent Alana “A.J.” Johnson catches up with some big-name college stars featuring Lauren Silver (University of Florida/Jamaica International); Arin Gilliland (University of Kentucky); Sally Gill (Tennessee State University) and Hannah Wilkinson (University of Tennessee/New Zealand International).

Can you handle much more? Well hold on because Adam is raving like a crazed madman in his Sophie Schmidt-delirium-fueled-recap of the Canada vs. Japan friendlies. All this and a look at the newest team to pounce into the WSL 1 (according to Patty, they’re paws-itively awesome)!

Music by Men at Work, Ziggy Marley, and Kool & the Gang.

Original Broadcast Date: November 2, 2014.

Adam explains the significance of the magnificent English poppies!!

Episode 27: Randy Waldrum, Tobin Heath, Nick Cushing, Steph Houghton

Women’s World Football Show, Episode 27 features postgame interviews with Trinidad & Tobago head coach Randy Waldrum and USWNT midfielder Tobin Heath; Plus sound bites from Manchester City head coach Nick Cushing and striker Steph Houghton; and Arsenal Ladies head coach Pedro Losa; and a W-League report from Aussie reporter Cheryl Downes.

Underdogs are the new heroes as Women’s World Football Show highlights Women’s World Cup 2015 qualifiers and championships from around the world!

Randy Waldrum, Tobin Heath
Small nations like Trinidad and Tobago, Jamaica, and Costa Rica are making names for themselves at CONCACAF. On the other side of the pitch, the two powerhouses USA and Mexico are battling the devil within. Our own Alana “Postgame Gator” Johnson was in Chicago for the matches and came back with interviews from T&T Head Coach Randy Waldrum and USA’s cheeky midfielder Tobin Heath.

Tournament Reviews
The African nations have Canada on their minds as they compete in the CAF TN Mobile 9th African Women’s Championship in Namibia. Patty and Adam take a look at this warrior-like competition where the top three teams will solidify their place among the best at the Women’s World Cup 2015.

The FAWSL has wrapped up and crowned a surprising champion that had one blue team seeing red! Adam guides us through the last days of the 2014 season!

Nick Cushing, Steph Houghton
David takes down Goliath in the 2014 Continental Cup! Adam and Barry traveled to London to witness the un-crowning and came back with interviews from Manchester City Women’s Football Club head coach Nick Cushing and captain Steph Houghton, as well as Arsenal Ladies’ new coach Pedro Losa.

W-League Report
There’s an underdog down under in the Westfield W-League and our good friend Cheryl Downes stops by to give us all the juicy details on Perth Glory’s recent rise to excellence. Patty interrogates Cheryl on the best and worst of the season so far; which American has taken the league by storm; the good deeds of Amy Jackson; and what’s really going on with Lisa De Vanna. All this and more!

A short preview of the upcoming Canada vs Japan friendly, gives Adam the perfect link to gush over Sophie Schmidt’s new website (2 minutes and that’s it!!).

Music by Ringo Starr, Men at Work and Blackmore’s Night.

Original Broadcast Date: October 19, 2014.