The Insider's Lounge
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Episodes
63 episodes
Introducing 'The Football Talent Show' feat. Adam Lenges & Jacek Kulig (S2 E9)
In this episode of The Insider's Lounge, host Chad McArthur welcomes Adam Lenges, also known as Adam Khan, and Jacek Kulig, otherwise known as Football Talent Scout, the co-hosts of The Football Talent Show. Together, they dive deep into the wo...
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Season 2
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Episode 9
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1:11:46
From Tbilisi to European Prominence: Unveiling Georgia’s Talent Pipeline – FTS feat. Mikha Gabechava
In the debut episode of The Football Talent Show, hosted by Jacek Kulig (The Football Talent Scout), and Adam Lenges, we explore the fascinating world of Georgian football with special guest Mikha Gabechava, a top scout from KAA Gent and former...
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1:28:35
Bingy Lara - Discovering the Next MLS Star with Seattle Sounders Academy Head of Recruitment (S2 E8)
In this episode of The Insider's Lounge, host Chad McArthur sits down with Bingy Lara, the Head of Recruitment at Seattle Sounders FC Academy, to explore his incredible journey from his early soccer days in New Mexico to becoming a key figure i...
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Season 2
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Episode 8
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1:09:41
Sammy Lander - The Science of Substitutions: Insights from Soccer's First Substitution Coach (S2 E7)
In this episode of The Insider's Lounge, host Chad McArthur speaks with Sammy Lander, known as Soccer's First Substitution Coach and the Head of Research and Innovation at Loudoun United. Sammy shares his groundbreaking journey in football, whe...
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Season 2
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Episode 7
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1:02:19
Is the $182M Toyota Stadium Renovation a Game Changer for FC Dallas? feat. Gina Miller (S2 E6)
In this episode, we sit down with Gina Miller, Vice President of Media & Communication at FC Dallas, to discuss the $182 million renovation of Toyota Stadium. We explore why now is the right time for this major project, the public-private p...
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Season 2
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Episode 6
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31:21
Diego Hurtado - Former Pro Player & Founder of Diaza Football: The FUTURE of Soccer Apparel (S2 E5)
In this episode, we dive deep into the inspiring journey of Diego Hurtado, a former professional soccer player and the visionary founder of Diaza Football. Born in the vibrant streets of Bogotá, Colombia, Diego's early passion for soccer led hi...
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Season 2
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Episode 5
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1:03:21
Can Pochettino Win the World Cup for the US?! feat. Stewart Mairs + Daniel Hall (S2 E4)
In this episode of The Insider’s Lounge, we explore one of the biggest questions facing U.S. Soccer: Can Mauricio Pochettino lead the U.S. Men’s National Team to World Cup glory on home soil in 2026? Joining the discussion are two industry expe...
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Season 2
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Episode 4
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59:04
Tommy Wilson - After Building MLS’s #1 Academy and $30M in Sales, Now Guiding Charlotte FC (S2 E3)
In this episode, we sit down with Tommy Wilson, Technical Director at Charlotte FC, to explore his remarkable career in soccer development. Tommy shares insights from his time at Philadelphia Union, where he helped build the MLS’s #1 Academy an...
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Season 2
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Episode 3
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1:00:30
Stephen Hogan - Leading by Obsession: The Sporting Director Behind USL's Switchbacks FC (S2 E2)
In this episode of The Insider's Lounge, we sit down with Stephen Hogan, the Sporting Director of Colorado Switchbacks FC, to explore his dynamic soccer journey and leadership philosophy. Stephen takes us through his evolution from a young socc...
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Season 2
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Episode 2
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58:40
Fionn Deehan - From Youngest NCAA Soccer Coach to Head Of Goalkeeping at DC Power FC (S2 E1)
Welcome to Season 2 of The Insider's Lounge! We’re kicking off the season with an inspiring conversation with Fionn Deehan, the record-breaking coach who became the youngest in NCAA soccer history and now leads the goalkeeping department at...
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Season 2
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Episode 1
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36:36
Behind the Scenes of The Insider's Lounge: Our First Year Unveiled - Ep. 52
Join Chad McArthur as he reflects on a transformative first year with The Insider's Lounge. In this special episode, Chad takes you behind the scenes of his podcasting journey, sharing personal insights and milestones from the past year. Di...
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Season 1
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Episode 52
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57:42
Episode 51: Matt Rizzetta - The Rise of Underdog Clubs with North Sixth Group's Multi-Club Ownership
In Episode 51, Matt Rizzetta, founder and chairman of North Sixth Group, reveals his journey from leading a media and marketing agency to revolutionizing multi-club ownership with Club Underdog featuring teams such as Campobasso FC, Dagenham &a...
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Season 1
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Episode 51
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59:15
Episode 50: Stefan Peter - How To Unlock Peak Athletic Performance Through Mindset Training
Apologies for the audio quality and delays in this episode due to technical issues with the Wi-Fi connection. We appreciate your understanding and hope you still enjoy the valuable insights shared. Thank you for listening!
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Season 1
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Episode 50
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1:06:34
Episode 49: Stewart Mairs - Inside MLS Operations and the Untold Stories of USWNT World Cup Triumphs
Join us for an in-depth exploration with Stewart Mairs, whose diverse career spans elite soccer management and performance analysis. From his early role as General Manager at Richard Branson's Virgin Active Gyms, Stewart transitioned to Pro...
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Season 1
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Episode 49
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1:21:11
Episode 48: Inside the Mind of Brian Crookham - GM of Rapids 2 + Sr Director Of Soccer Development
In this episode, we explore the remarkable journey of Brian Crookham, General Manager of Rapids 2 and Senior Director of Soccer Development at Colorado Rapids. Brian shares his path from a high school coach in Oklahoma to a key figure in the Ra...
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Season 1
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Episode 48
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49:52
Episode 47: $100M+ Stadium, Premier League Dreams, and the 2026 World Cup with Brett M. Johnson
In Episode 47, join us for an in-depth conversation with Brett M. Johnson, the visionary CEO of Benevolent Capital. Discover how Brett's passion for soccer has fueled his ambitious projects, from the creation of $100M+ soccer-specific stadiums ...
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Season 1
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Episode 47
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47:34
Episode 46: From Dublin’s Streets to Colorado’s Peaks - The Tale of Switchbacks FC's Alan McCann
In episode 46 of The Insider's Lounge, we explore the journey of Alan McCann, Technical Director and Assistant Coach for Colorado Springs Switchbacks FC. From playing street football in Dublin to coaching professionally in the US, Alan shares h...
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Season 1
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Episode 46
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1:19:00
Episode 45: Rio Roots with American Dreams feat. Guilherme Henry - One Knox SC Technical Director
In Episode 45 of The Insider's Lounge, we dive into the remarkable journey of Guilherme Henry, Technical Director of One Knoxville Collective SC. From a young man arriving as a student-athlete in rural North Carolina, unable to speak English, t...
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Season 1
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Episode 45
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1:11:26
Episode 44: Why YOU Should Be Living With A "Yes, And" Mentality feat. Travis Thomas
In episode 44, we sit down with Travis Thomas, founder of Live Yes, And, to explore the profound impact of adopting a "Yes, And" mentality. Travis shares his journey from Flint, Michigan, to becoming a highly sought-after performance coach by s...
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Season 1
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Episode 44
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1:14:42
Episode 43: How Chelsea FC Became The Most Successful Academy In The World with Chris Robinson
In Episode 43, explore Chris Robinson's remarkable journey from managing grassroots football to shaping Chelsea FC into the world's leading academy. With a background managing clubs like Atherstone United FC and Cheltenham Town FC, Chris's care...
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Season 1
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Episode 43
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1:13:35
Episode 42: Everything YOU Need To Know About Japanese Football with FIFA Agent Natalie Marx
In Episode 42, join us for an in-depth exploration of Japanese football with FIFA Licensed Agent and PFSA Certified Scout, Natalie Marx. Discover how Natalie’s self-taught Japanese skills and deep cultural immersion have shaped her unique insig...
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Season 1
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Episode 42
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56:49
Episode 41: Can This New Platform Eliminate Social Media Abuse? Meet Tim Chase - Founder of Striver
In this episode, we dive into a groundbreaking conversation with Tim Chase, the visionary founder of Striver. Striver is an innovative social media platform designed to eliminate abuse and foster a positive environment for users, including foot...
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Season 1
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Episode 41
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43:15
Episode 40: A Brazilian Dream - Flamengo's Andre Velloso and the Pursuit of Football Greatness
In this episode, journey into the dynamic world of football with Andre Velloso, Flamengo's multifaceted Scout and Data Analyst. Unravel Andre's journey, from his playing days growing up to his unwavering focus on education and continuous learni...
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Season 1
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Episode 40
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1:11:19
Episode 39: How Rachel Comfort Is Forging Her Path in Soccer Data and Video Analysis at Bay FC
In Episode 39, delve into Rachel Comfort's captivating journey as a data and video analyst for Bay FC. Rachel shares insights from her early soccer memories to her current role, emphasizing the importance of hands-on learning and her diverse sp...
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Season 1
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Episode 39
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55:31
Episode 38: Gabriel Glavan's Journey from Football Manager Gamer to European Sporting Director
In Episode 38, we explore the inspiring journey of Gabriel Glavan, who transitioned from a passionate Football Manager gamer to a prominent European sporting director. Gabriel shares how his early love for football, sparked by attending matches...
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Season 1
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Episode 38
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1:03:35