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Diaspora United

A podcast that centers Black women in the global game.

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01:39:04

WE heard something y'all [NWSL, WSL and Brazil]

Diaspora United ·

2024/04/17

Courtney & André get straight into the news of María Sánchez requesting a trade, why she may want out of Houston, and a few places we think she'd cook. Then we look at the mess in Portland, Mike Norris' reassignment, and their reported global search for a coach. Then we get into the IG fallout from the FA Cup semifinal where Millie Turner decided to post a still photo without considering, or caring, about the racism and hate it'd bring to Lauren James. We also get into bias in

01:08:00

Mal Back, Comeback, Cat Back, & SheDoesntBelieve in...

Diaspora United ·

2024/04/08

Courtney & André break down the USWNT's 2-1 comeback win over Japan. We discuss the opening goal, what led to it, and the funny reaction in the stadium. Then we talk about how important the USWNT rediscovering their high press was to neutralizing a very dangerous opponent.We also spotlight Mallory Swanson, Sam Coffey and Jaedyn Shaw. Plus we review the triple sub that put Korbin Albert on the pitch somewhat unexpectedly, which was at the very least bad optics, and how it also stole a moment that

01:41:59

Alarmed at what SheBelieves

Diaspora United ·

2024/04/03

Courtney & André discuss the hateful and harmful posts shared by Korbin Albert, the legacy of the USWNT, Megan Rapinoe's response, and what was missing from her apology.Then we shift to talk about our expectations from each team at SheBelieves. We look at some interesting roster decisions across the four teams, and what to look for from each on the pitch. After, we do a quick roundup of European football, then drop some of our observations from the first three weeks of the 2024 NWSL

02:06:40

USWNT SERIOUS FOOTBALLING BUSINESS (+ NWSL Vibe Check)

Diaspora United ·

2024/03/27

The USWNT squad for the upcoming SheBelieves tournament dropped and it is some serious footballing business. Courtney & André talk about the return of Cat and Mal, and what it means that 16-year-old Lily Yohannes accepted her first USWNT senior callup.Then we do an NWSL Vibe Check to discuss every team, what they've looked like so far, what they might be building, and/or what they're missing. We get into whatever the hell Houston is doing, give out incomplete grades for Orlando and

01:01:52

2024 NWSL Season Previews [WSH, LOU, HOU, KC, CHI,...

Diaspora United ·

2024/03/15

The NWSL season is gonna be in your heads soon so Courtney & André previewed each and every team. Across two episodes we'll give you each team's key losses and additions, vibes, and what we expect from them throughout the year.In this episode we cover Washington Spirit, Rahsing Louisville, Houston Dash, Kansas City Current, Chicago Red Stars, Bay FC, and Utah Royals. Please subscribe, rate, review and don't forget to leave a dad joke – we appreciate y'all! ============= Follow

01:10:28

2024 NWSL Season Previews [SD, POR, NC, SEA, ACFC,...

Diaspora United ·

2024/03/15

The NWSL season is gonna be in your heads soon so Courtney & André previewed each and every team. Across two episodes we'll give you each team's key losses and additions, vibes, and what we expect from them throughout the year. In this episode we cover San Diego Wavé, Portland Thorns, North Carolina Courage, Seattle Reign, Angel City, Gotham, and Orlando Pride. Please subscribe, rate, review and don't forget to leave a dad joke – we appreciate y'all! ============= Follow

00:58:25

Everyone say thank you Casey Krueger [W Gold Cup Recap]

Diaspora United ·

2024/03/13

Courtney & André review the W Gold Cup Final between the USWNT and Brazil. On paper the match promised chaos, instead we got a scrappy, disjointed game that could've been better if either team made better decisions.We discuss the problem with the USWNT attack, and Brazil having their worst match of the tournament. Then we talk about the tournament overall, and call out FEPAFUT president Manuel Arias over his bullshit. Please subscribe, rate, review and don't forget to leave a dad joke –

01:06:01

That was not vamos vamos vamos [W Gold Cup SF Recap +...

Diaspora United ·

2024/03/08

Courtney & André ask how much Concacaf is too much Concacaf? But before that, they review Brazil's impressive and saucy 3-0 win over Mexico. They discuss the red card, the goals, and where Mexico went wrong even before the sending off.Then they talk about the extremely dangerous and unfun conditions the USWNT & Canada were forced to play in. We discuss how the match went from dangerous, to outrageous, to chaotic, to iconic. Then, BARBRA BANDA IS COMING TO THE NWSL AND WE CANNOT WAIT FOR

01:28:22

Fisticuffs, squabblin’, and living in Cat Wonderland...

Diaspora United ·

2024/03/05

Courtney & André review the quarterfinal round of the greatest tournament that has ever existed – the W Gold Cup – and preview Wednesday's upcoming semifinals. We check on Canada's sudden shooting woes, Brazil doin' it without their regulars, Mexico still learning, and the battle that was the USWNT vs. Colombia (which didn't need to be). And of course, after 641 days, Catarina Macario is back. We talk about her journey, what it was like when she finally stepped on the pitch, her

01:06:38

Live, Laugh, Learn [W Gold Cup Chaos & NWSL Kit Talk]

Diaspora United ·

2024/03/01

ISSA TWO POD WEEK! Now that the W Gold Cup group stages are over Courtney & André hopped back on the mics to talk about Concacaf chaos and the drawing of lots/twirling around of two clear orbs that completed the draw.Then we get into previewing this weekend's matches, and how Twila Kilgore's approach to the Mexico match left her and the team in a very difficult spot. We also get into the UEFA Nations League, NWSL Kit chat, plus the return of Heated & Hyped! Please subscribe, rate,

01:07:37

My mood is deteriorating [USWNT v. Mexico Recap]

Diaspora United ·

2024/02/28

The vibes were improving, until they weren't. Courtney & André review the USWNT's 2-0 loss to Mexico by hoping certain USSF folk have learned to respect Liga MX Femenil.Then we focus on the USWNT and what went wrong (hint: everything). From the starting XI to the halftime subs to the woeful tactical instructions and a lack of leadership in a tough game – we discuss the loss from every angle. We also discuss the importance of the tournament and the dope games and performances that have

01:39:58

Come along on this journey (W Gold Cup, USL SL, UWCL...

Diaspora United ·

2024/02/15

Courtney & André had a LOT to discuss! The W Gold Cup is kicking off soon so we talk about the newness of tournament and how it's constructed, and discuss the USWNT, Colombia and Mexico. Then We talk about the new Division 1 women's football league kicking off in August, USL Super League. We talk about what we expect from the league, some of its challenges, and whether it's good for the landscape of women's professional club soccer. After that we dive into Europe, including FA

01:12:48

She dragged her Momma in The New York Times

Diaspora United ·

2024/02/08

Courtney & André start off discussing the USWNT's Gold Cup squad. We got the Happy Black History Month forward line, plus Mal Swanson is back but on the training squad. We also ask if the midfield as constructed has the capacity or the facilities to functionally midfield. Then we get into Lindsey Horan's very weird interview in The Athletic (and reprinted in The New York Times). We talk about her never actually talking about the football, her comments on American fans, and her being

01:21:03

UWCL u So Crazy Girl & Oshoala to the NWSL!?

Diaspora United ·

2024/01/31

Courtney & André talk about how you're never not just a baby, the absolute bonkersness of Group C, Lily Yohannes ballin, Big Fish scorin, and ask what happened to the Frauen Bundesliga. Then we recap some major moves in the NWSL. Deyna Castellanos was finally announced by Bay FC and we're HYPE! We also break down Messiah Bright's move to Angel City, including why she might have wanted it and why we think it's a great fit. Also apparently OSHOALA COMIN and we are so ready for

01:38:01

Roma Oh No, Marie Katoto, and Rio de Orlando

Diaspora United ·

2024/01/25

Courtney & André hop on the mics cause there is a LOT to talk about! Courtney catches us up on some bonkersness in English woso, then we dive into the UWCL to try to make sense of Group C, shout about Katoto and Nnadozie, and André talks about why Emma Hayes needs to call Lily Yohannes on day one hour one. After that they get into the NWSL, including Orlando's super smart move to get players greencards, Ji So-yun going to Seattle, Bay FC's horrendous inaugural kit, plus that wack ass new

01:12:27

NWSL Draft Spotlights, Euro Bag Getters, Free Agency,...

Diaspora United ·

2024/01/11

Courtney & André start off with some NWSL Draft chatter and spotlight a few melanated ballers to keep an eye on (including a potential Rose Lavelle 2.0 👀👀). Then they end up discussing the merits of the draft, and what it could look like if/when the draft is finally abolished. Then they get into a deluge of NWSL news that can't stop won't stop. Gotham signed everybody, Spirit made Barca Twitter big mad, Deyna Castellanos might finally be free, and a lot more. We finish with the return

00:43:30

A Dope 2023, and What Can Make 2024 Even Doperer

Diaspora United ·

2023/12/28

It's our last episode of 2023 so Courtney & André decided to zoom out and look at the year that was, and what we hope to see across women's football in the year(s) ahead! Please subscribe, rate, review and don't forget to leave a dad joke – we appreciate y'all. ============= Follow Us: Twitter - ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠@DiasporaUtdPod⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Instagram - ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠diasporautdpod⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ============= Music credit: Finally by

01:00:45

NWSL Fax Machine go brrr

Diaspora United ·

2023/12/14

Courtney & André get you prepped for the NWSL Expansion Draft, but first we take a moment to explain why expansion drafts suck and what can be done to make sure this one is the last one. Then we dive into the flood of transactions announced after the deadline, assess the deals made (we got all the questions for KC), and review some surprises on team's unprotected lists. Please subscribe, rate and review – we appreciate y'all! ============= Follow Us: Twitter -

01:35:00

Specific gardening tools are upset

Diaspora United ·

2023/12/08

WE BACK!! Life life'd so Courtney & André missed last week but you know what that means: that's right it's an extra lorj episode! We start by reviewing both USWNT matches against China. We talk about what worked so well in the first match, what didn't work in the second, what changed to get the goals, and what we thought of the new Sister Emma-adjacent USWNT. We also highlight top performers across both games. Then we move on to UEFA Nations League chaos. England scored six against Scotland but

01:22:35

SISTER EMMA IS HERE PRAISE GOD (w/ Shea Butter FC, pt1)

Diaspora United ·

2023/11/21

U.S. Soccer shed the unseriousness and hired Emma MF'n Hayes so it was the perfect time to crossover with Shea Butter FC! Skye & Sylvs join Courtney & André to discuss their immediate reactions to Hayes' hiring, her style of management, how she was made in America, her talent identification and development, and what we think all of it means for the USWNT long-term. We look at some of her successes, but also failures, and how she's moved on from them, and what it says about her

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