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A Podcast about the fans of the "The Beautiful Game." Why folks from all walks of life love the teams they do and how it represents who they are and where they are from.
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The Italian contingent of the California / Italy synth pop band Nuovo Testimento join CURVA MUNDIAL to talk Serie A, the Auzzurri and their favorite clubs. Please welcome AC Milan supporter Giacomo Zatti and Juventus supporter Andrea Mantione.
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Author Johnnie Lowery joins CURVA MUNDIAL to talk mental health and his new book "Match Fit" about footballers struggling and how we need to be more open about it. He also talks about his fandom of England and Sutton United.
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Welcome to the Season 9 premiere of CURVA MUNDIAL. Members of one of the greatest live bands around IDLES kick off the new season and talk about their critically acclaimed and brilliant new album, Tangk, their wild live shows and of course their love of football. So please welcome Newcastle United supporter Adam Devonshire and Bristol City and Spurs supporter Jon Beavis.
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In this EXTRA TIME episode of CURVA MUNDIAL we bring back season 1 guest Russ Pellerito. Russ returns for his third episode of CURVA MUNDIAL to talk about all things Italian football including Inter's 20th Scudetto, Italy's epic fail at the Euros, Spaletti on the hot seat and the forthcoming Serie A season and why Lautaro Martinez should be talked about more for Ballon d'Or.
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In this EXTRA TIME episode of CURVA MUNDIAL we bring back season 6 guest author John Ludden to talk about his latest books, England during the Euros and what happened and what to expect this upcoming United season. There is also a few wild Maradona stories as you can expect!
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In the season 8 finale of CURVA MUNDIAL we talk to a profound human with an incredible story. Author, nomad, inspirational person Gianpaolo Imbriani speaks about the promise he made his late brother. Gianpaolo Imbriani is spreading the message of his late brother through the sport we love as he is upholding his legacy around the globe. Imbriani's brother, Carmelo, was a former professional footballer who played for Napoli and Benevento (The clubs Gianpaolo supports) and passed away from cancer. Gianpaolo now is on a mission to tell his brother's story around the world and have soccer fields named after him on every continent.
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Members of Irish buzz band Sprints-- Manchester United supporter Jack Callan and Arsenal supporter Sam McCann -- join CURVA MUNDIAL to speak about the fandom of their clubs. They also talk about following Premier league sides from Ireland, Irish football's issues and what they need to succeed. The band also speaks about their acclaimed debut album, “Letter to Self” which came out in January.
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Acclaimed British photographer Richard Kelly joins CURVA MUNDIAL to speak about his legendary career photographing artists like Amy Winehouse, Arctic Monkeys, Lee "Scratch" Perry, among others. He also opens up about how he is a former City fan and how the money the team has gotten in this century has kind of turned him off. Kelly also talks about the future of photography and how AI can be used as a tool not a necessity.
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In this episode of CURVA MUNDIAL, Warren Franz, a dear friend of the host joins us from his car as he and his family live the American dream and guided by the entrepreneurial spirit. Franz and his wife own the acclaimed vintage clothing shops Another Man's Treasure in New Jersey and Pasadena, California. But the former British Ex-Pat explains why he got into selling vintage clothing, making a successful business out of it and how he still connects with his love of football as a massive England supporter as well as a passionate Bradford City fan.
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Royce aka CRUNK CHOCOLATE of the brilliant Shades of Blue podcast joins CURVA MUNDIAL to talk about his love of Manchester City and reshaping what people think about City supporters in America. He also opens up about creating a brave space for Black supporters of not just his club but other teams to open up about their experiences and passions.
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Fergal Lawler, drummer of the beloved and influential Irish band The Cranberries, joins CURVA MUNDIAL to talk about his love of the Irish national team, his band's influence on Irish pop music and their place in history as well as the time he met Sir Alex at Old Trafford. Lawler also discusses The Cranberries new reissue campaign and the legacy of Doloris O'Riorden.
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In this hilarious episode, artist and professional s*** talker Art Morelli joins CURVA MUNDIAL to talk about his love of Napoli, what being from Southern Italian heritage means and analyzing the football world while taking trolls to task on social media. He also dives into his fine art of busting chops as well.
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Andy McCluskey, singer and songwriter of one the world's most beloved bands, Orchestral Maneuvers in the Dark, joins CURVA MUNDIAL to discuss his Liverpool fandom, growing up in the Merseyside and what it means to come from that town. McCluskey also speaks on his band's new album, "Bauhaus Staircase" and the legacy of the group.
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Italian singer and songwriter Santa Chiara joins CURVA MUNDIAL to talk about her life in music and growing up in the north and south of Italy. Santa Chiara opens up about her struggles trying to become a U.S. citizen as well as what it was like being a musician during the pandemic. She also talks about her love of Torino FC and how her late uncle made her fall in love with "La Granita."
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Author Dan Williamson joins CURVA MUNDIAL to talk about his new book "Phenomenon: The Incredible Career of Brazil's Ronaldo" and how "El Fenomino" changed the game forever in his short but brilliant career.
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In the season 8 premiere, we kick off with legendary Azzurri player Giuseppe Rossi. Rossi speaks about his time moving away from friends and family at a young age to Italy to pursue his dream of being a professional footballer. He also discusses his time moving to Manchester United and being welcomed by Sir Alex and Giggs and the nerves he had playing at Old Trafford. In a career of unexpected twists and turns, Rossi explains how he is a real life "Rocky."
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Just before season 8 kicks off, season 2 guest Frankie Moloney returns to CURVA MUNDIAL in this special EXTRA TIME episode. Frankie, who has now brought his radio show "The Bugle" to The Face Radio talks about his new program as well as a whirlwind trip to England where he saw Liverpool beat Chelsea in the Carabao Cup Final and made his long awaited trek to Anfield to see his beloved Reds play in the Premier League.
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Host Sal Bono's 90-year-old grandma Cecelia Maltempi joins CURVA MUNDIAL for the season 7 finale. Cecelia talks about her life growing up in Oliveri, Sicily, just outside Messina during the outbreak of World War 2 and being forced to live in a cave, getting shot by Nazis, and she and her family protesting Mussolini's fascist regime. She also discusses working along side Ingred Bergmen and Roberto Rossellini on "Stromboli" and the time Bergman wanted to bring her to Hollywood. Cecelia also talks about being alive for all of her beloved Azzurri's major victories -- 4 World Cups, 2 Euros as well as her fandom of the defunct FC Messina.
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Members of indie rock band Demob Happy join CURVA MUNDIAL. Newcastle supporters Thomas Armstrong and Matt Marcantonio talk about the city that has brought us brown ale and the importance of the club to its people. The episode was recorded before Italian international Sandro Tonelli was found guilty in a gambling controversy but the fans were excited by his arrival. The lads also talk about their new music, moving to Brighton and seeing what that club has been doing in recent seasons.
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Argentine singer and songwriter Federico Aubele joins CURVA MUNDIAL to take us on a whirlwind journey around the world from his time in Buenos Aires to Berlin to Brooklyn (We establish he only lives in cities with "B" as the 1st letter). Aubele talks about his love of Boca Juniors, the intensity of attending games in Bueno Aires and his music.
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Dexys frontman Kevin Rowland joins CURVA MUNDIAL to chat about his love of Wolverhampton and the so-called punk attitude supporting the Wolves. Rowland also talks about his band's new record, "The Feminine Divine."
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Jezmi Fehmi of British buzz band Bar Italia joins CURVA MUNDIAL to talk about his love of Turkish giants Galatasaray as well as his Turkish roots. Fehmi gives us a deep dive into the Turkish Super Lig, Bar Italia's trajectory and popularity, as well as his Chelsea fandom.
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In this episode of CURVA MUNDIAL we are joined by author Jean Duffy who talks about finding her love of soccer later in life, falling in love with South African soccer and writing the book "Soccer Grannies." Duffy helped bring South Africa's famous Soccer Grannies to the United States and showing that age is just a number.
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Come stop the world and melt with us as Robbie Grey of the legendary New Wave band Modern English joins CURVA MUNDIAL. Grey talks about his love of Manchester United, growing up in Colchester, England as well as his long career, and their new album. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/curva-mundial/support
The host and founder of the Super Eagles Podcast and Nigerian Football Weekly Olu Oke joins CURVA MUNDIAL to discuss his passion and love for Nigerian football, his Arsenal fandom and how Nigeria is having a moment in the spotlight as the world is embracing the West African nations music, films and football.
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CURVA MUNDIAL heads to Newcastle, England, with one of the most talked about metal bands on the scene. Bassist John-Michael Joseph Hedly of Pigs Pigs Pigs Pigs Pigs Pigs Pigs takes us on a tour of Newcastle and discusses his lifelong fandom of the black and white stripe club. We also talk about his band's music as well as football kit obsession. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/curva-mundial/support
We travel to Ghana in this episode of CURVA MUNDIAL as journalist Clinton Eleto takes us on a tour of football in the West African country. Eleto, originally from Nigeria, talks about moving to Ghana to pursue his dreams, following and reporting on the Ghanian football league and national team and his fandom of Asante Kotoko.
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In the season 7 premiere, ESPN FC Anchor Kay Murray takes on a journey through her broadcasting life from starting out at her favorite team -- Middlesboro -- and their local station to Real Madrid TV and working alongside Mourinho, Kaka, Ronaldo to BeIn and now ESPN. The Ballon d'Or host also takes listeners on her journey with IVF and gets candid about the experience trying to start a family.
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Just before season 7 kicks off, season 6 guest Roo Oxley comes back on CURVA MUNDIAL for this special EXTRA TIME episode. In this episode, we dive deep into Roo's best selling book, "Clobber," being one of the few women in the terraces, and the difference between causals today and those of yesteryear. We also catch up with the author on what she is planning next as her beloved Stoke continue to cause panic. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/curva-mundial/support
Legendary manager, player, pundit and the subject of Taika Waititi's new film, "Next Goal Wins," Thomas Rongen joins CURVA MUNDIAL for a deep dive into his life and career. The former Dutch international talks about living with Johan Cruyff, growing up in Amsterdam, coming to America to play in the NASL then becoming an MLS manager. Rongen will be portrayed by Michael Fassbender in the film, "Next Goal Wins," about his experience managing American Somoa and coaching one of the first open trans athletes. A fascinating man with an even more fascinating tale of his incredible true life. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/curva-mundial/support
This episode is sponsored by PRORASO USA. North American listeners can use code "CURVAMUNDIAL20" at Proraso-usa.com for 20% off your order between now and Dec. 31, 2023. In this episode of CURVA MUNDIAL, model, fashionista, author and Stoke City supporter Roo Oxley joins us to talk all things Stoke and the clobber that made her. Oxley, whose book, "Clobber," has just become a best seller on Amazon, goes deep into why fashion, football and music all live in the same echo system and what it means to be casual or not. The Stoke resident takes us around her town and why she has a love / hate relationship with it. Oxley also talks about being in the stands at game day, what it means and why modeling for Onlyfans was something she wanted to pursue. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/curva-mundial/support
Acclaimed author John Ludden joins CURVA MUNDIAL to talk his love of Manchester United and Maradona. Ludden talks about how his book "Once Upon a Time in Naples," became the basis of Asif Kapadia's celebrated documentary, "Maradona," by pure chance. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/curva-mundial/support
Editors drummer Ed Lay Joins CURVA MUNDIAL to discuss his fandom of Ipswitch Town. Lay talks supporting his team with such a vast history in this sport, what is it like seeing them in the 3rd tier, and what it means to hail from Suffolk. Lay also chats about Editors latest record, "EBM," joining the group and their history together. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/curva-mundial/support
On this episode of CURVA MUNDIAL we head to Berlin, Germany via Ohio as Ed Zelaski, the host of Don’t Poke the Bear – the Hertha Berlin site in English, talks all things Hertha Berlin. Zelaski talks the history of the club through modern players and situations as well as their decline in recent years which saw them get relegated last season.
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In this episode of CURVA MUNDIAL Tigres supporter Luis Leos joins us to talk about his love of the Liga MX club. Leos discusses founding Club Tigres English in order to bring his favorite club to an English audience. Leos also talks moving from Mexico to Texas and what it is like watching his team from across the boarder. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/curva-mundial/support
Enrik Millaj of The Smoking Snake joins CURVA MUNDIAL to talk his love of Santos, Brazilian football, and what it is like watching Joga Bonita from Michigan. Millaj, an immigrant from Eastern Europe talks about how he fell in love with the Brazilian game and then taking it a step further by creating the first English language podcast -- The Smoking Snake -- bringing Brazlian football to the English speaking world.
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On this episode of CURVA MUNDIAL, Peter Curto of IFTV joins us to talk his love of Inter and Azzurri. The New York City-born and based attorney talks growing up and living in Brooklyn, watching the strong Italian influence stick around and where to get a good pastry. He also speaks about being a football agent and co-founding his company Supra Soccer which represents players across the world.
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Brothers David J and Kevin Haskins of the legendary bands Bauhaus and Love and Rockets join CURVA MUNDIAL to talk about their love of Manchester United. The brothers talk growing up in Northampton and how they became United supporters. They discuss the recent Love and Rockets reunion tour and how football fans and concert crowds are very similar.
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On this episode of CURVA MUNDIAL, trail blazing pundit and commentator George D. Metellus joins us to talk about his love of Inter Milan and how he got involved in soccer broadcasting. The voice of BeIN and CBS Sports personality takes us on a deep dive about soccer in South Florida, carving his own path and his Haitian roots. We also talk about how Metellus is one of the few Black soccer personalities on TV that was never a professional athlete and how and why that needs to change ASAP.
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In the series 6 premier of CURVA MUNDIAL, acclaimed singer and songwriter Mike Peters of The Alarm talks to us about his love of Manchester United, Wrexham, and how football will always be a passion of his. The Alarm frontman also gets candid about his long battle with cancer and finding positives in a negative scenario and how he tries to encourage others to keep pushing. In his lengthy career, Peters talks about penning his nation's Euro 2020 anthem as well as performing for the British Royal Family.
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Just before season 6 kicks off, season 1 guest Russ Pellerito returns to CURVA MUNDIAL in this special EXTRA TIME episode to talk all things Inter Milan -- from their heartbreaking UCL final in June to the drama behind Romelu Lukaku; plus what Inter needs this summer. We also get into Serie A predictions and how host Sal Bono isn't a fan of AC Milan's transfers this summer.
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Sepe Paredes, the founder of Bolivar News, the Club Bolivar English news site joins CURVA MUNDIAL to discuss all things Bolivia and his favorite club. Paredes, who moved from his native Bolivia to Argentina, explains why he wanted to craft an English site for his favorite team - Club Bolivar. He explains the differences between the countries but also why everyone was pushing for Argentina in the World Cup final. Paredes also takes us on a tour of Bolivia and why it should be on your list of places to see.
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Ed Fox, one of the founders and board members of Proud Owls, an independent group of LGBTQIA+ and allied supporters of Union Omaha, joins CURVA MUNDIAL to talk representation in football. Fox, who recently got into the beautiful game because of the NASL club Union Omaha coming to his city, talks about how he has been bitten by the bug of falling in love with the sport through this club. He also talks the activism he and Proud Owls have done to make the football stadium a safe space for fans of all kinds, especially the LGBTQIA+ community in Omaha. Fox also talks about what the sport is like in Omaha of all places and how it is an untapped soccer haven.
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Josh Steeples, the owner of one of our favorite online supporters, A Store Like 94, joins CURVA MUNDIAL to talk retro football, why the game was better back then, his fandom of Crystal Palace and what the team means to him. He discusses how he created A Store Like 94 and working with other creatives in the footballing world and why anyone with an idea should try it. Josh also talks mental health and the importance of taking care of yourself. Following the loss of a friend, Josh explains why it is okay to not be okay sometimes -- if you need and need someone to talk to, in the UK call Samaritans at 116123 and in the US call Lifeline at 988 or text HOME to 741741.
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The singer of one of the best new bands around, Joff Chapman of British buzz band Crosswires joins CURVA MUNDIAL to talk about his love and passion of West Ham. Chapman, whose band just released their brilliant second album, "Yesterday in Mourning," takes us through his family tree and the history they have with the club and how they are so much more than just a team but a familial legacy.
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You have seen him on the hit FX series "Welcome to Wrexham," now mega Wrexham supporter Shaun Winter joins CURVA MUNDIAL to talk about more than his fandom of the historic club. He takes us on a tour of the city and says what game day is like is exactly what the cameras capture. Winter, a father of two, explains why he confronted his depression in front of the cameras of the series and how he wants to help anyone struggling. Winter also talks the changes made by Ryan Reynolds and Rob McElhenney that have made Wrexham now a household name across the world and how he has been recognized anywhere he goes.
Before Daniele DeRossi was let go of his duties at SPAL, the team's owner, powerhouse attorney Joe Tacopina recorded his episode of CURVA MUNDIAL and talked about what it is like owning a club. Tacopina discusses his humble but tough Brooklyn roots that led him on a path to changing how criminal court procedure is done and boasts a client list that includes JAY-Z, Meek Mill, A$AP Rocky, and Donald Trump. Tacopina also talks about how he is a member of Italian football's governing body, FIGC, and his time at Roma, Bolognia, Venezia and how he came to purchase SPAL.
Azzurri supporter Rosemarie Sparacio, the brainchild behind the viral cooking show, "Pina's Kitchen," joins CURVA MUNDIAL to talk about how she helped create the online cooking series with her mother. Rosemarie also dishes on her love of the Azzurri, which she says she gets from her dad. The aspiring filmmaker also spoke to us about how she is drawing attention to mental health and mental illness with her documentary "Intrusively" and how OCD isn't just a term to kick around but something she has to battle with daily.
The voice of the New York Mets and sports pundit Mike Janela joins CURVA MUNDIAL to talk about his love of the Portuguese national team and traveling around the globe to see them in the last three World Cups. Janela talks about his experiences traveling to see A Seleção with his dad as the team performs at the highest level. He gives insight into what it was like being in Qatar for the 2022 World Cup and Russia in 2018. Janela also discusses how his wife might be making him a Barca fan.
In this episode of CURVA MUNDIAL, CBS Sports pundit and commentator Andres Cordero comes on to talk his career path and the unlikely childhood he had. From growing up in Cuba to then moving to Panama then settling in Miami where he learned the ropes of broadcasting at University then working for GoalTV and BeIn Sports, Cordero's journey is unlike any other. Along the way he met incredible people who he considers family like Matteo Bonetti, Kay Murray, Bobo Vieri, Mike Grella, Phil Schoen and of course, Ray Hudson. He also talks about his Barcelona fandom and how he got his dad into the beautiful game.
Dave Rowntree of Blur joins us to talk his lengthy career not just in music but in the areas of animation, legal work, technology. Rowntree, who released his solo debut, "Radio Songs," walks in front of his famous drum kit to take center stage before Blur hits the road this summer in Europe. Rowntree also talks about his love of the England national team, watching the women's side life the Euro last year and hearing Blue tunes at various football grounds across his country.
In the season 5 premiere of CURVA MUNDIAL, indie rock icons Blitz Vega which is comprised of Andy Rourke bassist of The Smiths alongside frontman and guitarist Kav Sandhu of Happy Mondays to talk about their illustrious careers, their equal love of Manchester United, what the city and the team means to them and Andy discusses what it is what like reteaming with Smiths guitarist and best friend Johnny Marr for Blitz Vega's single, "Strong Forever." Kav, who now lives in Los Angeles, also talks about his fandom of LAFC and how the city of Angles as been responding to their new MLS franchise.
In a new segment of CURVA MUNDIAL called EXTRA TIME, we speak to previous guests who have been on the podcast and welcoming them again in between seasons. As you get ready for the next season of CURVA MUNDIAL, here is an EXTRA TIME interview with our dear friend, author and journalist Gary Thacker to discuss his new book for Pitch Publishing called “DUTCH MASTERS: When Ajax's Totaalvoetbal Conquered Europe.” In this episode we look back on the European glory years of Ajax, Johan Cryuff, and why they are a true football factory of talent.
In the season 4 season finale, Arielle Castillo joins us to talk wellness, Man City and social media and how all three of those things connect. She is the social media guru for Manchester City’s US accounts and is the owner of Half Time Yoga, she is here to explain why stretching and the ancient art of yoga is much needed to all fans of this game. Arielle also talks about what it is like working for City but in America and keeping the audiences in the 50 States excited about Manchester's blue team. We also make a plea for Liam Gallagher to do yoga in a City kit with Arielle and do this podcast -- wishful thinking!
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CURVA MUNDIAL travels to Venezuela with acclaimed author and writer Jordan Florit. The author of "Red Wine and Arepas," joins us to discuss moving from England to Venezuela and falling in love with the country, its food and football as well as laying down his roots in the country. Florit also discusses founding FUTVE English, an English speaking news site for Venezuelan football. Florit also talks his love of Southampton and what he believes a fandom truly means.
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Damien Malatino, the founder of AS Monaco Fans NYC, joins CURVA MUNDIAL to discuss all things Monaco. Malatino talks his fandom of AS Monaco, the history of the French club, and how Princess Grace plays a role in the team's kits. Malatino also discusses growing up in Monaco and then making the move to New York City where he would eventually create the fan group AS Monaco Fans NYC.
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Author and writer Ibrahim Mustapha joins CURVA MUNDIAL as a guest to talk his love of Arsenal, his life in North London, and his critically acclaimed book "No Longer Naïve: African Football’s Growing Impact at the World Cup." Mustapha discusses why the continent of Africa has something very serious to offer in future World Cups and looks back on the history of African sides coming of age on the world's biggest stage. Mustapha also talks his Nigerian roots and traveling to Nigeria with family and seeing how the game has impacted that country.
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We head to Portugal where we will examine one of that countries most famous teams, Porto, with one of the co-hosts and founders of the excellent Porto Podcast -- Rui dos Santos. Rui examines the history of Porto and how Liga Portuguese can grow thanks to the amount of exciting talent in the league. Rui also discusses the Portuguese community in Rhode Island, trying to watch his favorite team in America as well as his fandom of AC Milan.
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Gian Chansrichawla sits down with CURVA MUNDIAL as we head to the enchanting country of Thailand where we are joined by the cofounder of Thai League Central and editor of Football Tribe. Chansrichawla talks about the attention he wants to bring to Thai football, what the sport needs in his country as well as his love of Muangthong United.
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What is a fan of Italian Serie B side Parma doing in Iceland? Well, Gudjon Gudmundsson joins CURVA MUNDIAL to discuss how his admiration for Parma Calcio came about and following them in the land of fire and ice. Gudmundsson takes us on his journey in following the team from Iceland, traveling across Italy to see them as well as Icelandic soccer and how it captivated the world stage in recent years. Gudmundsson tells how Iceland football is more than the addicting Viking clap but the inspiring as the story of a dentist who became the national team manager and took the team to the 2018 World Cup and 2016 Euros and what was it like seeing the team on the international stage.
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German football consultant and blogger, Adam Khan joins CURVA MUNDIAL to take us to the world of Bundesliga and all things German football. The American expat living in Germany dives into his love of Borussia Mönchengladbach, living in Dusseldorf, and founding the popular German Football Newsletter.
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Gary “Gaz” Whelan of Happy Mondays and Love and the Family Tree joins CURVA MUNDIAL to talk his love of Manchester United, AC Milan and Serie A. The musician discusses how his passion about Serie A and Italian soccer came about, what has it been like not only being a fan of the league and style from a different country. He also discusses the Madchester music scene and what it means to be from the city and how United, despite their issues these days, have represented the working class heroes of the town.
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What happens when a woman from Valencia, Spain, falls in love with Real Madrid and moves to New York City? Well, for Elena Ponce, she takes action and forms Manhattan's first official fan club for Madridistas -- Peña Madridista NYC. She is someone who wears her fandom on her sleeve everyday and has created a community in New York City to support her club, please welcome to the show, president and founder of Peña Madridista NYC. She takes us through what it was like founding the fan club, the diverse members and what it means to support this historic club. --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app
In the season 4 premiere of CURVA MUNDIAL we are joined by Azzurri and Inter fan from Down Under -- Frank Risorto. Frank, a friend of the podcast, is a writer for Gentlemen Ultra and the host of their fantastic podcast "The Gentlemen Ultra Down Under." Frank tells us about waking up at unholy hours to watch European football, what soccer is like in Australia, what it was like having Del Piero play in his city and the spirit of Italians in Australia.
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Just before his big move to ESPN, Luis Miguel Echegaray spoke to us about his "Paddington Bear" life from growing up in Peru and moving to England and eventually working in America. The ESPN host speaks about his love of Aston Villa, the Peru national team and what it was like leaving the turmoil in Lima, Peru, as a kid to England and adapting to a whole new work while falling in love with football.
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In this episode of CURVA MUNDIAL, we are joined by the author the acclaimed new book “The Nearly Men: The Greatest Teams Never to Win the World Cup” -- Aidan Williams. The Newcastle United supporter is part if the leadership team for brilliant and amazing These Football Time. He has also written for the Guardian and The Athletic. We talk about his love of The Magpies, his book and why some of football's biggest heroes never lifted football's biggest prize.
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Just as the 2022/2023 transfer window closed, news journalist and reporter Dylan Fearon joined us to discuss his love of Everton. Fearon discussed how his dad, a major Everton fan, made him a supporter from birth and what it was like following the club in America long before the Premier League became the dominate league in soccer Stateside. He also talks about catching the team on a recent US tour and what they need in order to succeed this season.
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In this episode of CURVA MUNDIAL Kirsten Schlewitz takes us around Europe from Serbia to Italy to England and Turkey. She is a force in the football writing world as the cofounder & EIC Unusual Efforts; 7500toHolte the Aston Villa fan site; podcast host of Far From Vesuvius Network; Author of the the upcoming book "More than Maradona: The Birth, Death and Rebirth of SSC Napoli;" she is also a supporter of Red Star Belgrade and a brand new Trabsonzspor supporter.
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In this episode of CURVA MUNDIAL we are joined by one of the founders of the AC Milan Club of New York City -- Franco Zagari. Franco explains his life long love of the Rosso Neri and how he helped put it into action by helping launch AC Milan Club of NYC and gives a behind the scenes look at the hard work that goes into making a supporters club outside of the city where your favorite team plays. However, the hard work that Franco and his fellow board members of AC Milan Club of NYC have done pays off as they have done events at Jay-Z's 40/40 Club, hosted events with the team and legends like Franco Baresi, Paolo Maldini and even showcased the Scudetto after Milan took it home last season.
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Author Matthew Evans joins CURVA MUNDIAL to discuss his fantastic new book, "USA 94 - The World Cup That Changed The Game." The book dives deep into the creation, formation and celebrations of the first World Cup in America. From starting off with O.J. Simpson's car chase to Maradona being escorted off the field to Baggio's tears, it was a tournament that changed the beautiful game. Evans also speaks to us about his favorite team, Ipswitch Town, and Welsh football.
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Uruguay Football Heroes creator and podcaster Alvaro Perez joins us from Toronto, Canada, to discuss the vast, beautiful and sometimes controversial history of Uruguayan soccer. Perez takes us on a deep dive of his culture through the eyes of some of football's most hardcore supporters while explaining how "La Celeste" represent their people every World Cup.
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In this episode of CURVA MUNDIAL, Gabriel Augero, the host and creator of the "Boca in English" podcast speaks to us his love of Boca Juniors, the Argentine national team and how being a fan of one of the world's biggest teams means family across the globe. Augero takes us to the streets of Buenos Aires, into the heart of the Argentine culture and what would have happened if Albicelestes won in Brazil in 2014 and their chances in Qatar 2022.
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In this episode of CURVA MUNDIAL, the founder of the fantastic football inspired clothing line, The North Curve, Graham Chmylowskyj joins us. He discusses why he created a retro fashion line based off the game of yesteryear; watching Italian football in Scotland and supporting Sampdoria; what it means to be a fan of the Scottish national team and his Ukrainian roots. This is going to be a special episode down memory lane, sit back and enjoy!
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Professor, author and historian Peter Alegi joins CURVA MUNDIAL to discuss his love of Juventus, Italian soccer, South African soccer and more. Alegi talks about his books "Laduma!: Soccer, Politics and Society in South Africa," and "South Africa and the Global Game: Football, Apartheid and Beyond," his time living in South Africa and growing up in Italy before moving to America. A fascinating interview about watching the world's game from all corners of the globe.
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In the season 3 of CURVA MUNDIAL, musician Skip Marley joins us to kick off the new season and discuss his love of Manchester United, Jamaica's Reggae Boyz and Reggae Girlz. Marley also talks about the musical legacy of his grandfather, Bob Marley, and following in his footsteps as both a musician and football fan.
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In this episode of CURVA MUNDIAL we are joined by DJ and editor Frankie Maloney who takes us through his life growing up in Wimbledon, England, to Irish parents and supporting the local club as well finding his passion for Liverpool F.C. Maloney explains to us what it is like working in the TV industry when he once edited live football highlights and coming to America to witness the game's culture and impact here.
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In this episode of CURVA MUNDIAL, journalist and pundit for the Italian Football Podcast, Carlo Garganese joins us to discuss what it was like growing up in a heavy Italian neighborhood in England and watching Serie A from afar. Garganese also discusses his love of Juventus and why he believes it is prudent to criticize your favorite club, as well as his love of the Azzurri and the problems Italian soccer faces.
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In this episode of CURVA MUNDIAL, author Gary Thacker takes us deep into his love of Chelsea Football Club and discusses his acclaimed new book on the Blues, "Out of the Blue," which examines his favorite team's improbable 2012 Champions League victory. We take a deep dive into the turbulent season that ended in victory and why the fate of Italian manager Roberto DiMatteo wasn't cemented in glory despite leading his team to glory.
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On this episode of CURVA MUNDIAL, Wayne Girard of Wayne in Rome and IFTV joins us to discuss his love of the Eternal Team from the Eternal City. The AS Roma supporter recounts meeting Totti, the perfect day in Rome and how a near fatal accident as a teenager in New Jersey enhanced his fandom of "Il Lupi."
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In this episode of CURVA MUNDIAL, we are joined by Mike Homfray, co-founder and co-organizer of Everton LGBTQIA+ supporters group Rainbow Toffees who talks about his love of the Toffees, how he organized his trailblazing group, and how it all came about. In the conversation, touches on how a chance encounter later in his 20s when he met a person who changed his life. Homfray spoke to us just after the appointment of Frank Lampard and how he hopes he steadies the ship of the team.
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In this episode of CURVA MUNDIAL, we sit down with Travas Clifton, the founder of our main sponsor, MOD CUP COFFEE to discuss football in the Midlands of England. Travas takes us on a tour of the teams from the area, the history, the people and of course, the intensity the fans bring on week in and week out. He also explains how he travels the globe looking for the perfect bean for his coffee and why knowing where your coffee comes from matters.
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Singer and songwriter Tuelo joins CURVA MUNDIAL from South Africa to talk about her appreciation for Bafana Bafana and Bayana Bayana. The singer, who recorded her new album, "The Life of Margaret Cornelius," in South Africa, Colombia, and Nashville tells us what it is like living around the world watching the Beautiful Game in every culture. She explains how the game became a movement against the Apartheid regime and how her parents led a rebellion of love against the government oppressors.
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In this episode of CURVA MUNDIAL, Las Vegas Atalanta founder and co-host of Atalanta Pod, Dan Pezzotta joins us to discuss his love of Serie A wunderteam Atalanta. He discusses bringing his fandom of the angels of Bergamo, Italy, to Sin City. Dan also goes into detail about how he came to love the team through his father and growing up in the Philippines and California while supporting this club, as well as what visiting family in Bergamo means to the connection he has with not just his roots but to the team.
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In this episode of CURVA MUNDIAL, Happy Monday's singer and the "Queen of Manchester" Rowetta joins us to discuss all things Manchester United. The world renowned singer talks about her upbringing in Manchester and finding her way in the music business while trying her hardest to never miss a United match. Rowetta explains how it was her son who helped her fall in deeper love with United and why she is shy around Eric Cantona.
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In this episode of CURVA MUNDIAL, Ryan Mather, the founding member of Huddersfield Town LGBTQIA+ supporters group. He speaks to us on his fandom of Huddersfield Town, creating a safe and inclusive space for all in football, living in West Yorkshire and how much more needs to be done in all of the sport for LGBTQIA+ representation.
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In this episode of CURVA MUNDIAL, philanthropist and leader Ndaba Mandela discusses growing up in Soweto, the work he does around the world finding the next world leader and helping end the HIV / AIDS epidemic. Mandela also discusses his love of Kaizer Cheifs, Bafana Bafana, and the wisdom he he gained from his grandfather, the late Nelson Mandela, and why Africa deserves another World Cup sooner rather than later. This interview was recorded just as the AFCON was starting and why something needs to be done to help promote that continental cup as much as others around the world.
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Season 2 of CURVA MUNDIAL kicks off soon. It will feature more in-depth interviews from fans of the beautiful game from across the world including Ndaba Mandela, singer Rowetta, South African singer Tuelo, Ryan Mather of Proud Terriors, Mike Homfray of Rainbow Toffees, Dan Pezzotta of Las Vegas Atalanta, author Gary Thacker, Wayne Girard, Travas Clifton of Mod Cup Coffee, Carlo Garganese of Italian Football Podcast, and Frankie Moloney.
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In this episode of CURVA MUNDIAL our host sits down with one of his best friends, Russ Pellerito, to discuss their friendly rivalry among Milan teams as Pellerito is an Inter supporter. In the episode they break down what it was like trying to watch Italian soccer in America in the 90s when the league was at its best, the struggle to watch it on television to seeing it blossom now.
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Before his big move to Finland's FC Haka, rising Greek soccer player Stavros Zarokostas spoke to CURVA MUNDIAL about playing for Charleston Battery; getting drafted by New York Red Bull; supporting Panathinaikos and trying to watch Greek soccer growing up in America before the age of social media; the memories of watching Greece's Euro upset.
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In this episode of CURVA MUNDIAL, fashion creator and Italian good supplier Iain Trickett of Trickett, Inc., talks about how a man from Northern England fell in love with Napoli and Diego Armando Maradona and how it has influenced his work. Iain also discusses his support and fandom of his local club, the provincial side Accrington Stanley and how he does whatever he can to give back to his community.
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Acclaimed author, podcast host, and These Football Times writer Stuart Horsfield speaks to CURVA MUNDIAL about his love of the Brazilian and English national teams; growing up idolizing Zico; and his brilliant book "1982 Brazil: The Glorious Failure."
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Writer Charlotte Patterson speaks to CURVA MUNDIAL about covering Asian mens and womens football for an English language audience; her fandom of Sunderland and Orlando City as well as how welcoming the Orlando City fans have been to her from abroad.
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On this episode of CURVA MUNDIAL, we go deep in the heart of Soweto, South Africa, with musician Mpumi Mcata of acclaimed band BLK JKS. Mpumi talks about his love of Orlando Pirates and Bafana Bafana and how he has a celebrated team in every country of the world.
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We welcome to Nima Tavallaey Roodsari to CURVA MUNDIAL. Nima is the Swedish-based Serie A journalist who has founded the website Sempre Inter, and is the co-host and co-founder of The Italian Football Podcast. Nima tells us about growing up in Iran, moving to Sweden, falling in love with Inter and carving his own path in the wild world of Serie A journalism.
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Sex Pistols founding member Glen Matlock speaks to CURVA MUNDIAL about his love of QPR; his legendary music career; touring the globe and taking in football wherever he is; going to matches with his son and famous friends including Steve Jones of the Pistols, and Paul Simonon of The Clash; as well as his prematch food ritual.
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Mexican soccer writer Amy Lopez tells us about her fandom of Club America, El Tre, Arsenal and L.A. Galaxy. Lopez, a single mom of two in California, explains how soccer is a familial love affair which helped her see an opportunity to report on Mexican soccer in America for an English language audience when no one else was. Her passion has brought her around the country reporting on the game as well to the 2018 World Cup in Russia.
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In this episode of CURVA MUNDIAL, we speak to legendary bassist Peter Hook of Joy Division and New Order about his love of Manchester United; growing up near Old Trafford; being neighbors with Beckham and Van Der Saar; what it was like tossing Giggs out of the Hacidenda; how the recording "World in Motion" came about. Plus, he tells what could be the funniest story on Sir Alex you will ever hear.
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In the first episode of CURVA MUNDIAL, host Sal Bono explains what this podcast is, what we are doing and his story about how he fell in love with the game through Italy's Azzurri during the 1990 World Cup and how his fandom of AC Milan is pure accident. He also speaks to journalist TC Newman about performing with Whitney Houston at the 1994 World Cup final in California and her experience watching Brazil take on Italy.
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COMING IN 2022, CURVA MUNDIAL -- A PODCAST ABOUT THE FANS OF THE BEAUTIFUL GAME HOSTED BY SAL BONO.
SEASON 1 OF CURVA MUNDIAL FEATURES PETER HOOK OF JOY DIVISION AND NEW ORDER; GLEN MATLOCK OF THE SEX PISTOLS; SOUTH AFRICAN BAND BLaK JaKS; WRITER AMY LOPEZ; ITALIAN FOOTBALL PODCAST COHOST NIMA TAVALLAY ROODSAARI; GREEK SOCCER STAR STAVROS ZARAKOSTAS AND MANY MORE!
SIT BACK IN YOUR PERSONAL STADIUM AND HEAR THE STORIES OF FANS FROM AROUND THE WORLD DISCUSS WHY THEY LOVE THE TEAMS THEY DO…. AND WHAT THIS SPORT MEANS TO THEM!
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