Episodes

In this episode of Can I Kick it FC, we welcome The We Made it Podcast host on to the show. in this week's episode, we have a conversation on why terms such as "buy" and "sell" have their roots and slavery and why it might be best if we move on from them Bio: Can I Kick it is a brand new podcast built on telling the stories of Black athletes, coaches, and owners that have impacted the game of soccer on and off the pitch. With all the wonderful footballers from Africa, Europe, The Caribbeans, an...

In this episode of Can I Kick it FC, we welcome Megan Reyes the creator of the "More _____ Voices" t-shirt about how the workplace needs to change for women of color and why there should more than enough seats at the table. Link to Megan Reyes T-shirt Bio: Can I Kick it is a brand new podcast built on telling the stories of Black athletes, coaches, and owners that have impacted the game of soccer on and off the pitch. With all the wonderful footballers from Africa, Europe, The Caribbeans, and ...

In this episode of Can I Kick it FC, we welcome Drake Hills of the Tennessean who covers MLS side Nashville SC to have a conversation about how the team is trying to grow the game in area, The Impact of being the only one in room sometimes, and much more. Bio: Can I Kick it is a brand new podcast built on telling the stories of Black athletes, coaches, and owners that have impacted the game of soccer on and off the pitch. With all the wonderful footballers from Africa, Europe, The Caribbeans, a...

In this episode of Can I Kick it FC, we welcome Donald Wine on to help us better understand why such amazing player as Claude Makelele never got the respect he deserved. In this episode, we come through the career and legacy of Mr. Makelele from his time at Real to why missing a World Cup might of hurt his legacy. Bio: Can I Kick it is a brand new podcast built on telling the stories of Black athletes, coaches, and owners that have impacted the game of soccer on and off the pitch. With all the ...

In this episode of Can I Kick it FC, we welcome Devante Dubose of the Richmond Kickers to have a conversation about Mental Health, The Impact of George Floyd's murder, and much more. Bio: Can I Kick it is a brand new podcast built on telling the stories of Black athletes, coaches, and owners that have impacted the game of soccer on and off the pitch. With all the wonderful footballers from Africa, Europe, The Caribbeans, and The Americas, it is shocking to see that no one has made a podcast ded...

In this episode of Can I Kick it FC, we welcome Kyle Carr the other half of the Henny Derby as dive in to the short history of the Blackest Soccer Derby. We start talking about the impact that it has on both teams, cities, and fans but most importantly why is this need for the culture. Bio: Can I Kick it is a brand new podcast built on telling the stories of Black athletes, coaches, and owners that have impacted the game of soccer on and off the pitch. With all the wonderful footballers from Af...

In this episode of Can I Kick it FC, we finally get the chance to break down the team that many say won Africa a World Cup. In part 2 we comb through each world cup game giving you a tactical breakdown of each with key moments sprinkled in there. *As stated in the beginning, that this was recorded before Karim Benzema got called back up into the France squad for the Euros* Bio: Can I Kick it is a brand new podcast built on telling the stories of Black athletes, coaches, and owners that have impa...

In this episode of Can I Kick it FC, we Finally get the chance to break down the team that many say won Africa a World Cup. In part 1, we break down the team from how got selected and who did not. We also go through World Cup qualifiers, how that team relates to the 2010 WC squad, and more. *As stated in the beginning, that this was record before Karim Benzema got called back up in to the France squad for the Euros* Bio: Can I Kick it is a brand new podcast built on telling the stories of Black ...

In this episode of Can I Kick it FC, we welcome Ken and Rox of Chop Soccer Pod as we comb through the careers of the Boateng Brothers and what made them so different and unique. We start talking about the impact of choosing a national team and the impact of each brother's career. Also how growing up miles apart can change one's life. Bio: Can I Kick it is a brand new podcast built on telling the stories of Black athletes, coaches, and owners that have impacted the game of soccer on and off the ...

In this special episode, we are joined by very powerful voices in and around women's soccer to discuss the growing movement in black soccer culture and Women's Soccer. We cover what are some of the stumbling blocks in growing as well as what to look forward to. If you are interested in supporting further episodes of "Can I kick it" you can do so here at https://anchor.fm/can-i-kick-it9/support Can I Kick it is a brand new podcast built on telling the stories of Black athletes, coaches, and ow...

On this episode of Can I kick It Fc, we welcome The Mayor of ATL, Reginald McKie. We start off the show by talking about how Atlanta is the "Mecca" of Black Soccer Culture and how that has come about. Reggie also gives his insight on what is the best place to get a real Atlanta meal from. And finally, we close out the by getting The Mayor's view on why Goal Food is so important to the culture. You can watch episodes of Goal Food on youtube at https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCaexwyVfXdWSgzUCSjM...

In this episode of Can I Kick it, we welcome Courtney Stith of Diaspora United as we comb through the amazing Hope Powell's career. Together, we speak about how she was an architect for the women's game in England and her impact off the pitch. In the back half of the podcast, we talk about how the women's game in Europe is going and what impact that can have on growing it. Bio: Can I Kick it is a brand new podcast built on telling the stories of Black athletes, coaches, and owners that have imp...

In this episode of Can I Kick it, we welcome Jake Payne of 50 plus Doner on the show to go through the career of Edwin Kostedde. Together, we comb through the career of the dubbed "The Black Pearl" of Germany as he was looked to replace Gerd Muller. In the back half of the podcast we about race in Germany and how Black Players are using their voice in the league. Bio: Can I Kick it is a brand new podcast built on telling the stories of Black athletes, coaches, and owners that have impacted the ...

In this episode of Can I Kick it, we focus the delightful partnership of Andy Cole and Dwight Yorke. We had the guys from FOR THE CULTURE join us to breakdown how important this partnership was to Manchester United in the chase for a treble. In the back half of the podcast we breakdown our 2 ups 2 down and why their partnership was important to the culture. Bio: Can I Kick it is a brand new podcast built on telling the stories of Black athletes, coaches, and owners that have impacted the game of...

In this episode of Can I Kick it, we sit down to chat with one of the upcoming players in NWSL Ms. Brianna Pinto. Brianna joins us to talk about life on campus at UNC but also the journey of being one of the up-and-coming stars in women's soccer. As in this podcast we talk about what it means to be a Black Women in soccer and why she might be the fastest person on UNC. Bio: Can I Kick it is a brand new podcast built on telling the stories of Black athletes, coaches, and owners that have impacte...

In this episode of Can I Kick it, we focus not on a player but a true moment in Black soccer that change the game for years to come. The "Hand of God" between France and Ireland, not only changed how the 2010 World Cup would play out but the impact it had on all of soccer as well. We brought in Joe from The Banter Pub Fc to helps breakdown this insane story and go down the rabbit hole with us into "What if" land. Bio: Can I Kick it is a brand new podcast built on telling the stories of Black ath...

In this episode of Can I Kick it, we focus on the player that changed the course of America Women's soccer with one save. On the surface, Brianna Scurry was just known as a Goalkeeper but to many she much more and could do much more. In this story, we just don't cover what happened to her off the field but how she very much could of been the next "Bo Jackson. Bio: Can I Kick it is a brand new podcast built on telling the stories of Black athletes, coaches, and owners that have impacted the game...

On this episode of Can I Kick it, we focus on the most known derby in Africa. The Soweto Derby is a game contested between The Orlando Pirates and Kaizer Chiefs in South Africa. We give the origins of both teams, how the derby got started, and more. Bio: Can I Kick it is a brand new podcast built on telling the stories of Black athletes, coaches, and owners that have impacted the game of soccer on and off the pitch. With all the wonderful footballers from Africa, Europe, The Caribbeans, and The...

In this of Can I Kick It we cover the legacy and career of Cobi Jones aka Mr. USMNT. We breakdown the playing career of the Galaxy legend and his lasting impact on US Soccer and more Bio: Can I Kick it is a brand new podcast built on telling the stories of Black athletes, coaches, and owners that have impacted the game of soccer on and off the pitch. With all the wonderful footballers from Africa, Europe, The Caribbeans, and The Americas, it is shocking to see that no one has made a podcast dedi...

On this week Episode of Can I Kick It, we have the pleasure of having the Obama's of Soccer Mr. and Mrs. Geraldino. The First African American owners of a professional soccer club in America, we had a sit down to talk about the challenges and trails, race in sports, and the Importance of having your own. Bio: Can I Kick it is a brand new podcast built on telling the stories of Black athletes, coaches, and owners that have impacted the game of soccer on and off the pitch. With all the wonderful f...