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Ritmo del Juego (Rhythm of the Game) is a soccer podcast with a twist. Hosted by J Koukam and Rafael, the podcast explores the Global Football world while also delving into music and pop culture.

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Ritmo del Juego (Rhythm of the Game) is a soccer podcast with a twist. Hosted by J Koukam and Rafael, the podcast explores the Global Football world while also delving into music and pop culture.

    Episode 6: Real Madrid Rebound and Mayhem in Merseyside

    Episode 6: Real Madrid Rebound and Mayhem in Merseyside

    This episode we react to the first "El Clasico" of the season. We discuss our thoughts on how Madrid and Barcelona perform and what this game means for the each teams future. We take a look at La Liga table as well looking at the surprises so far. 

    (19:37) We discuss the Racist metaphor regarding Ansu Fati used by a Spanish Journalist in his article after Barcelona's Champions League win. Examining how often Football pundit's language is coded with elements of prejudice and racism. 

    (24:48) We react to the Merseyside Derby between Liverpool and Everton. Discussing the controversy regarding Pickford's tackle and the VAR offside decision overturning the goal. 

    (28:48) The Merseyside Derby discussion lead into a debate regarding VAR its purpose and whether or not it should be just removed from the game. 

    • 46 min
    Episode 5: "No One is Safe" (First Impressions of La Liga, EPL, & Seria A)

    Episode 5: "No One is Safe" (First Impressions of La Liga, EPL, & Seria A)

    This week we are back and giving our first impressions on the start of the 2020/2021 season. We predict how the top 4 will finish in La Liga (01:14), the Premier League (25:21), and Seria A (40:22) and give our thoughts on how each of the leagues have restarted. As always, we share what songs we have been listening to this week (13:20). We end with a preview of what we think are the most interesting groups in the Champions League group stages (47:35). 

    Songs of the Week:

    Gracias- Ozuna

    Compensating- Amine ft Young Thug

    Enchule- Rauw Alejandro

    Kili- Chucky73 ft FettiO31

    Songs of the Week Playlist: https://open.spotify.com/playlist/0iWrayM6tICrANIrnmmwlO?si=JW5iroFRTMSKF3Q9i6ByiQ

    • 54 min
    Episode 4: Interview with Coach Lance Van Winter pt 2 (The state of soccer in the U.S)

    Episode 4: Interview with Coach Lance Van Winter pt 2 (The state of soccer in the U.S)

    In this Episode, we sit down with Coach Lance Van Winter to talk about his 30+ years of experience as a Youth soccer coach. He shares his upbringing in the sport and how he got started as a coach. Moreover, we touch on the growth of soccer in the U.S and take a stab at some crucial questions: Is Soccer in the US, business first and development second? Can anyone have access to Soccer in the US? if not, what steps do we take to make it more accessible, especially in minority communities?

    • 51 min
    Episode 4: Interview with Coach Lance Van Winter pt 1 (Growing up in the US with Soccer)

    Episode 4: Interview with Coach Lance Van Winter pt 1 (Growing up in the US with Soccer)

    In this Episode, we sit down with Coach Lance Van Winter to talk about his 30+ years of experience as a Youth soccer coach. He shares his upbringing in the sport and how he got started as a coach. Moreover, we touch on the growth of soccer in the U.S and take a stab at some crucial questions: Is Soccer in the US, business first and development second? Can anyone have access to Soccer in the US? if not, what steps do we take to make it more accessible, especially in minority communities? #ussoccer

    • 53 min
    Episode 3: Our Top 5 Bad Bunny Songs

    Episode 3: Our Top 5 Bad Bunny Songs

    We discuss our top 5 Bad Bunny Songs and how we came up with our lists. 

    Spotify Playlist with Tracks: https://open.spotify.com/playlist/6Uu3wBpstFSsuvXI946cnp?si=PdYvBK-BRhKxXtLvwWIhzg 

    Rafa's List: 

    1. Estamos Bien

    2. Tu No Metes Cabra 

    3. Pero Ya No 

    4. La Romana ft El Alfa 

    5. Safaera ft Jowell & Randy, Ñengo Flow  

    John's List: 

    1. Callaita 

    2. Estamos Bien

     3. Soy Peor 

    4. Diles ft Ozuna, Farruko, Arcangel, Ñengo Flow 

    5. I Like it ft Cardi B, J Balvin

    • 27 min
    Episode 2: Champions League Restart

    Episode 2: Champions League Restart

    This week, we recap the Champions League restart. Starting off discussing the disappointing game between Man City and Real Madrid (01:37). From the disappointing performance from Madrid the lack of energy (03:44) to Hazard's disappointing performance (4:48). We also discuss Man City's shaky play as well (05:22) including their lack of finishing (6:50).   Barcelona defeating Napoli and moving on to the Quarterfinals (10:30). Do Messi still rely too much on Messi (10:48). Improved play from Raktic and De Jong (16:33). Napoli's lack of quality in the final third (21:35).   We look forward to Barcelona's match up against Bayern (22:20). We discuss Bayern as the competitions current favorites (23:48).   We discuss Juventus disappointing showing and failure to get pass Lyon (28:08).

    • 37 min

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