Down the Pub Podcast- A Soccer Podcast

On this week's action packed episode I am joined by former Wanderer and owner of ADC The Player's agency Alex De Carolis. We talk about his client Alejandro Dorado joining the Wanderers as asst coach, how it happened, what Wanderers fans can expect and Ale's outlook on football. We also take a look at how things are working out for Alex in the busiest time of year for agents. 
In the second part of the show, we have a new section called The Last Call, I will be sitting down with fans to discuss the state of their club and any big news that's happening. This week's guest is Everton NS founder, Dave Robinson. We chat about Rafa leaving, financial issues and who he would like to see take the job.
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On this episode I am joined by Pacific FC player and CPL champion Josh Heard.
We chat about winning the CPL championship, those games against The Whitecaps and TFC also. 
We also talk about Pa's influence at Pacific, the football culture on the island and the amazing reception the team received when they got home. 
Josh also gives his 5 aside team and much more!!!

On this episode I am joined by Dean Arrowsmith, Chairperson of Irish mental health charity, Head in the Game. Dean is also Director of Coaching for AYSO 300 Extra and United in Chicago.
We chat about Dean's journey in coaching, from Ireland to Chicago and the differences in youth coaching from when Dean grew up. Dean also gives advice for parents looking to get their kids into soccer and for parents of kids who maybe getting scouted by professional clubs. 
Dean shares with me the inspiration behind Head in The Game, having a football ground named in it's honour and attending the PFAI awards to deliver their message. We also find out about the partner charities, SHINE and JIGSAW.
Dean also talk about running the Chicago Marathon in memory of his daughter, Charli Mae and the help he received from the remarkable people at The SHARE Charity.
Finally we have a look at the changes at Dundalk and how the club seems on a better footing.
You can follow Head in the Game on twitter and instagram @headinthegameie 
If you need help and are in Ireland, these are some great resources:
https://jigsaw.ie/need-urgent-help/
In Canada:
https://www.canada.ca/en/public-health/services/mental-health-services/mental-health-get-help.html
In the US: 
https://www.mentalhealth.gov/get-help

On this episode I am joined by Wrexham and Canada midfielder, Charlie Trafford.
We chat about Charlie joining the Hollywood revolution in Wales and how the move came about. We also look at the ups and downs of life as a professional footballer and being away from home in Europe. We also chat about Charlie starting off in Holland at De Graafschap (I butcher the name ha ha)
We look back at Charlie's time at Hamilton and getting to play in the football temples of Celtic Park and Ibrox. Charlie also talks about being part of the Canadian national team, the current team and how Canada can make sure to keep the momentum going. 
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On this episode I am joined by recently retired USL Championship winner and Danish International, Thomas Enevoldsen.
We chat about the decision behind retiring and what's next for Thomas. We also look at the extraordinary run to the USL Championship title with Orange County including those penalty shoot outs!
Thomas talks about playing at the 2010 World Cup, being drowned out by vuvuzelas and how bad the Jabulani ball was. Thomas also gives his 5 aside team which is unbelievable!!
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It's CPL play off weekend!!
I got the chance to talk to two time CPL champion and 2020 golden glove champion, Triston Henry. We chatted about Canada's win against Mexico and the game against York this weekend. 
We looked back at the incredible journey in this year's Concacaf League and qualifying for the Champions League. We also talked about the Championship game against CF Montreal and what it was like having to take a penalty. 
All of this and more on this week's episode!!

While most of us watched Netflix and started DIY projects during covid, this week's guest Alix Bruch, started a football agency.
Alix talks about the inspiration behind starting Shift Athletes and why it's important for women to take on these roles in the women's game. 
Alix tells us the difficulties of representing Canadian women in a country with no professional league. We also get tips on how to make the best highlight tape (essential for Canadian players) and the steps that go into getting a player signed for a club.
Alix has always been a trailblazer and this is an amazing journey she is starting. Please check out Shift Athletes and give them a follow on social media. 
https://www.shiftathletes.ca/
 

On this episode I am joined by author of the fantastic new book Emerald Exiles: How the Irish Made Their Mark on World Football, Barry Landy. 
We chat about the inspiration behind the book and how it came to be. We look at how Irish people were a big part in the history of two of the world's biggest clubs, Ajax and Barcelona. 
We talk about how Irish people have turned up in some unlikely places like Terry Conroy in Hong Kong and Conor Nestor winning a championship in Cambodia. We also look at the great advantages of playing abroad and also some of the pitfalls. 
This is a fantastic book and definitely worth checking out with incredible stories about Jack Kirwan, Anne O'Brien, Patrick O'Connell, Liam Brady, Robbie Keane and others. There's also first hand interviews with players including Stephanie Roche, Cillian Sheridan, Claire O'Riordan, Darren O'Dea and a host more.
The book is available on Kindle and most other e-reader platforms. It's also available in all good bookshops in Ireland. You can also check it out here: https://www.newisland.ie/nonfiction/emerald-exiles
 
 
 
 
 

On this episode, I am joined by San Diego Loyal midfielder, Jack Blake. 
We chat about the Loyal's first ever play off game against San Antonio and how the squad is doing ahead of it. We also talk about the amazing fan base in San Diego and how Jack is enjoying like in Cali.
We look back at Jack's time growing up in the Nottingham Forest youth system, moving to the States and playing with Joe Cole. 
We also hear Jack's 5 aside team and the secret to being able to score long range goals!!

On this episode I am joined by Forge FC's Canadian International defender Maxim Tissot!
We chat about the culture at Forge and where the never say attitude and determination comes from. We also talk about what type of coach Bobby is and how the team is handling the fixture congestion. 
We look back at where Maxim's interest in football came from and growing up in the CF Montreal/Impact academy. Maxim tells me about winning the NASL in San Francisco and the team folding days later. 
Maxim chats about his interest outside football especially financial advice and how players need to be careful with the money they ear.
All this and Maxim's 5 aside team!! (It will blow your socks off!)