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Charlotte FC Podcast

Charlotte FC Podcast

The podcast that follows Charlotte FC on and off the pitch with interviews of the fascinating people who work for and around the Charlotte Football Club, MLS, and US Soccer! Hosted by Nic Finelli

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00:42:58

Andrew Privett, Charlotte FC

Charlotte FC Podcast ·

2025/03/22

Welcome, Bienvineidos to the Charlotte FC Podcast. Today, we delve into the personal side of Charlotte FC Center Back Andrew Privett. We'll discover his passions outside of soccer, the values that drive him, and the experiences that have shaped him as a person and an athlete. Get ready for an insightful conversation that goes beyond the game. I hope you enjoy my conversation with Andrew Privett.

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00:36:48

Bobby Belair, Charlotte FC Assistant General Manager

Charlotte FC Podcast ·

2025/03/13

In this episode, I sit down with Charlotte FC Assistant General Manager Bobby Belair, who works closely with GM Zoran Krneta on player personnel decisions and the construction of Crown Legacy, shaping the talent and depth of the club.A Carolina native, Bobby played college soccer at Brown and Clemson before transitioning to coaching and administration due to injuries. He gained early experience as a graduate assistant under Mike Noonan at Clemson before joining Atlanta United in 2016 as Academy

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00:37:44

Anna Witte, Charlotte FC Match Analyst (English Radio)

Charlotte FC Podcast ·

2025/03/01

Anna Witte is the Charlotte FC Match Analyst for the English Radio broadcast. She joins Will Palaszczuk in the booth to begin the 2025 season. The Cary, NC native is also host of the SiriusXM show, USL Super League Game week where she hosts along side Marion Crowder and is a sideline reporter for Carolina Ascent FC. Anna brings almost 10 years of broadcasting history in soccer, working as a play-by-play announcer for the NWSL KC Current, as well as various duties from analyst, sideline reporter,

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00:59:13

[Side Story Sports] Alex Burakoff, Major League...

Charlotte FC Podcast ·

2025/02/24

On this episode I talk with Alex Burakoff, Director of Partnership Marketing for Major League Soccer.Alex was an attorney before his current role. We talk about how that has helped him in his role at MLS as well as his management of the relationships with partners such as RBC Wealth Management for example, and overseeing and executing hundreds of initiatives. Alex and I discuss contract management, the appeal of Major League Soccer to corporate partners, the culture at MLS, and his background

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00:58:53

[Side Story Sports] Chris Rivett, PRO Referees...

Charlotte FC Podcast ·

2025/02/23

On this episode I have a conversation with Chris Rivett, Director of Communications for PRO Referees, the organization that provides referees for a number of professional soccer leagues in North America.I was interested in hearing from Chris his job and role around the structure of PRO Referees, referee training and development, communicating with the public and the media with the challenges of addressing misconceptions, diversity and inclusion in refereeing, and the future of refereeing.

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01:52:42

25 for 2025

Charlotte FC Podcast ·

2025/02/23

A look back at 2024 while also looking ahead at 25 categories that interest us about Charlotte FC, MLS, and soccer in the US.I am joined by two friends of the podcast, Logan Meyer from the Crowncast and Eli Finelli from Side Story Sports. We give our assessments of 2024 and predictions for 2025 from coaching to players to playing style to MLS All Star Game to Apple TV coverage. Enjoy!Category Manager: Dean Smith1. What is his focus as a leader?2. Dean’s Tactical focus?3. Assistant coach most

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00:48:43

Andrew Wiebe, Major League Soccer Analyst and Host

Charlotte FC Podcast ·

2024/11/03

On this episode Nic talks with Andrew Wiebe, a journalist with Major League Soccer working on MLS Season Pass as an analyst, a columnist at MLS Soccer, and Extratime Podcast Host.Andrew has been a part of Major League Soccer since 2010 working as an editor, writer, columnist, podcaster, host, and MLS Season Pass TV analyst on Countdown, 360 and Wrap-up. He is intensely passionate about soccer and growing the game and goes all in everything he does. Our conversation weaves through journey from his

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00:51:40

Kristijan Kahlina, Charlotte FC Goalkeeper

Charlotte FC Podcast ·

2024/10/12

Today on the show, we have a conversation with Kristijan Kahlina, Goalkeeper for Charlotte FC. Kristijan has been one of the few faces of Charlotte FC that have been with the club since match one back in 2022. He is a fan favorite and having the best season of his career. I was fortunate enough to spend some time with him this week to learn more about him, what it was like for him growing up, how he became a goalkeeper as a young kid, his growth as a player and person, and his love and respect for

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00:58:55

Gabriel Gabor, MLS Sr. International Communications...

Charlotte FC Podcast ·

2024/09/28

On this episode I talk with Gabriel Gabor, Major League Soccer's Senior International Communications Consultant about his job, how he got there, what makes MLS special and the adventures he has had along the way.IG: thegabegabor X: @MLSGabor Black and White Cookie Song YT @OutMyWindowLive

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00:40:05

Courtney Wright, Charlotte FC Match Entertainment...

Charlotte FC Podcast ·

2024/09/21

On today's episode we talk with Charlotte FC Match Entertainment Manager, Courtney Wright. Courtney has such a positive energy about her that it is not hard to see why she thrives in leading what fans see before a match, halftime, and after that have made some of the club's traditions and entertainment special.We talk with Courtney about her work, how she got here, the risks and challenges she has tackled along the way and her joy in helping make every Charlotte FC match a must be there

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01:02:25

Natalee Jarrett, Charlotte FC VP Business Operations

Charlotte FC Podcast ·

2024/09/15

I want to welcome you into my conversation with Natalee Jarrett, the Vice President of Business Operations for Charlotte FC. As you may know, we created this podcast because there are so many fascinating people behind the scenes that drive what fans and the community see. We want to share their stories. Natalee was one of the first employees for the club working in partnerships during the beginning days when the club did not even have a name and was just MLS Charlotte. Now she manages a vast array

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00:30:06

Kevin Egan, MLS 360 Host

Charlotte FC Podcast ·

2024/08/31

On today's episode I was lucky enough, no Irish pun intended there, to sit down with Kevin Egan the host of MLS 360 and MLS Wrap-Up, part of MLS Season Pass on Apple TV. We talk about what it is like working for MLS, these shows, how he approaches his career, and a little about his journey and things learned along the way.#MLS360 @kev_egan

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00:49:36

Steven Marques, Ally Sports and Entertainment Marketing

Charlotte FC Podcast ·

2024/08/25

On this episode I talk with Steven Marques, the cog in the relationship between Ally and Charlotte FC. Steven has been a part of the Ally team working with Charlotte FC since they first were secured the kit rights with the club. Learn more about what Steven does day to day and about his journey to get to be a part of this relationship and his role with Ally. Steven's family immigrated from Portugal and he moved to North Carolina when he was 6. His passion for soccer been with him to this day and

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01:29:34

Callum Williams, Football Commentator

Charlotte FC Podcast ·

2024/07/13

Today we have an amazing English commentator, born and raised in Birmingham, England and works for Apple TV MLS Season Pass as a play by play commentator as well as studio host at CBS Golazo. We talk about his journey in football, his connections to Charlotte FC, and more....Let's meet Callum Williams.Cal has become a staple in world football commentating from MLS to Conmebol to EPL to LaLiga and he continues to rewrite and up his craft. I forsee him being a part of football commentating for a

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01:01:39

Will Martin, Charlotte FC Communications Coordinator

Charlotte FC Podcast ·

2024/06/29

On this episode Nic talks with Will Martin, the Communications Coordinator for Charlotte FCs day-to-day media for 1st Team schedules and media operations as well as the primary contact for media assets and player requests. In just a short time, Will has managed to use his writing skills, maturity and understanding of big moments, and a little bit of luck to craft his soccer journey at Charlotte FC.We talk about his journey and what he does with the team, along with other areas of interest

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00:43:06

Omar Jorge Peña, CEO Compare Foods Supermarkets

Charlotte FC Podcast ·

2024/06/22

On this episode Nic has a conversation with Omar Jorge Peña, the CEO of Compare Foods Supermarkets. They discuss what is like to run a family business, football in Charlotte, connecting customers and the community to their sponsorships along with their relationship with Charlotte FC. --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/charlotte-fc/message

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00:46:21

Matt Freeman, Charlotte FC Manager Premium Sales

Charlotte FC Podcast ·

2024/06/15

On this episode, Nic talks with Matt Freeman, the Manager of Charlotte FC Premium Sales (or should I say Experiences?). A former Irmo High School (Columbia, SC metro) soccer star under legend Phil Savitz and Marshall University defender, Matt worked his way from Cybersecurity sales before heading to Charlotte to be around a game he loves and helping others meet their needs for a premium and entertaining time. Matt has been named as part of Charlotte's Top 30 under 30 Future Business Leaders

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00:28:54

Jaylin Lindsey, Charlotte FC Defender

Charlotte FC Podcast ·

2024/06/02

Today on the show we are lucky to have one of Charlotte's own, Charlotte FC Defender Jaylin Lindsey. We talk about his journey starting in Charlotte, then Kansas City, and back to Charlotte. Jaylin also shares more about his fellow players and personal support team, cooking, living in Charlotte as an adult, and what he does for fun outside of football.IG: @JaylinLindsey --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/charlotte-fc/message

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01:20:00

Tommy Wilson, Charlotte FC Technical Director

Charlotte FC Podcast ·

2024/05/25

On this episode we have Tommy Wilson, Technical Director for Charlotte FC. We talk about his journey from Scotland to Philadelphia to Charlotte. Tommy has forged a fantastic career developing club's players, coaches, and culture through his engineering mindset, observation, and communication skills that makes him one of the best!--- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/charlotte-fc/message

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01:00:37

Ryland Tunney, Graphic Designer & Content Creator...

Charlotte FC Podcast ·

2024/05/18

Nic talks with former Charlotte FC Graphic Designer and Content Creator, Ryland Tunney. Ryland worked for Charlotte FC for two years before moving across the country to take on a new challenge with the NWSL's San Diego Wave FC. We talk design, his journey, and a little walk down memory lane with some of his favorite Charlotte FC creations. IG: @rylandonline X: @rylandonline https://rylandtunney.wixsite.com/rylandtunney --- Send in a voice message:

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