The One Soccer Nation Podcast
Welcome to The One Soccer Nation Podcast, hosted by Kareem Rae. Join Kareem as he dives deep with soccer’s Key Figures—Professional Players, Club Owners, Coaches, FIFA Intermediaries, and Front-Office Executives. Discover insights from leagues like Major League Soccer (MLS), United Soccer League (USL) and beyond, as Kareem explores the stories shaping the beautiful game both on and off the field. Whether you're working on becoming a professional soccer player, a passionate fan or a soccer insider, this podcast offers an exclusive glimpse into the global soccer scene.
Episodes
Welcome to The One Soccer Nation Podcast! Today, our host Kareem Rae sits down with Hugh Roberts II, the CEO & Founder of BackYardFooty and an 11-year professional soccer player who recently made history as the all-time minutes leader in USL Championship history. In this episode, Hugh opens up about the mindset and motivation that fueled his remarkable longevity in the game, the inspiration behind BackYardFooty’s raw and ...
Welcome to The One Soccer Nation Podcast! Today, our host Kareem Rae sits down with Ethan Zohn. Ethan is the Co-Founder of Grassroot Soccer, a global adolescent health organization that leverages the power of soccer to educate and inspire young people to live healthier lives. In this episode, Ethan shares his incredible journey—from playing professional soccer and winning Survivor: Africa, to battling cancer and using his pla...
Welcome to The One Soccer Nation Podcast! Today, our Co-Host Kaela Hansen sits down with Samantha Rosette, a Professional Soccer Player at Brooklyn FC. Samantha's journey has taken her across the globe, from Kazakhstan to Lithuania to France, before returning home to make history with Brooklyn FC—the first professional women’s soccer team in NYC. In this episode, we discuss how her international experiences have shaped ...
Welcome to The One Soccer Nation Podcast! Today, our host Kareem Rae sits down with Chris DeVolder, Senior Principal and Director of Sports + Rec + Entertainment at HOK. In this episode, we explore the evolution of soccer-specific stadiums, the role of sustainability in sports architecture, and how modern venues are enhancing fan experiences. Chris shares insights on balancing tradition with innovation, urban development strategies...
Welcome to The One Soccer Nation Podcast! Today, our co-host Kaela Hansen sits down with Jess Silva, the Head Coach of Brooklyn FC's women’s team. Jess has built an incredible coaching career, with experience in Canada, France, and now New York. As the first woman in Canada to earn a UEFA A License, she has broken significant barriers in a male-dominated coaching industry. In this episode, Jess shares insights from her journe...
Welcome to The One Soccer Nation Podcast! Today, our host, Kareem Rae, sits down with Jordan Wilson, a former professional soccer player and current analyst at OneSoccer.In this episode, Jordan takes us through his incredible journey—from growing up in Mississauga, Ontario, and playing youth soccer with Erin Mills SC to earning multiple accolades at Cornerstone University. He shares insights on playing professionally in Engla...
Welcome to The One Soccer Nation Podcast! Today, our co-host Kaela Hansen sits down with Croix Soto, a standout center-back for AFC Toronto. Croix has had an inspiring journey from playing college soccer at the University of Oregon to competing in the NWSL with teams like the North Carolina Courage, Kansas City Current, and Houston Dash. In this episode, she reflects on how her college experience shaped her, the challenges and less...
Welcome to The One Soccer Nation Podcast! In this episode, host Kareem Rae sits down with Chad Stender, Managing Partner at SeventySix Capital. Chad shares insights into the world of venture capital and sports innovation, revealing how SeventySix Capital identifies and supports the most promising startups in sports tech, media, and entertainment. Discover portfolio success stories, like VSiN, Vigtory, and Team Whistle, and learn ho...
Welcome to The One Soccer Nation Podcast! Today, our host Kareem Rae sits down with Steve Livingstone, the President & CEO of Sporting Club JAX. In this episode Steve dive deep into the journey of launching Sporting Jax, from its inception to its community impact and future aspirations. They discuss how Steve navigated the challenges of starting a professional soccer club, engaged the local Jacksonville community, and integrate...
Welcome to The One Soccer Nation Podcast! In this episode, host Kareem Rae sits down with Katya Gulina, Head of Marketing, and Guilherme von Cüpper, CEO of Bridge for Talents Academy. Together, they delve into the origins of Bridge for Talents Academy and the inspiration behind its creation. Discover how the academy’s mission has evolved over time and what makes its talent development approach unique. Katya and Guilherme...
Dennis Gerkes - Soccer/ Football Social Media Influencer With 450K+ Followers & Generated 250M Views
Welcome to The One Soccer Nation Podcast! In this episode, our host Kareem Rae sits down with Dennis Gerkes, the CEO of Gerkicks, a prominent platform in the soccer community. Dennis shares his inspiring journey into the world of soccer content creation and the story behind founding Gerkicks. We dive into his strategies for building a significant social media presence on platforms like Instagram and YouTube, his approach to creatin...
Welcome to The One Soccer Nation Podcast! In this episode, host Kareem Rae sits down with Luis Calderon, the Chief Operating Officer of GotSport. With over 15 years of experience in the sports industry and 10 years in software, Luis shares how his passions merged to shape his impressive career. Dive into his journey as COO of GotSport, where he balances strategic leadership and operational excellence. Explore how technology is revo...
Welcome to The One Soccer Nation Podcast! Today, our host, Kareem Rae, sits down with Tom Perros, the Founder of SIEGE Sponsorship. Tom brings 22 years of experience in strategic consulting, sponsorship valuation, and partnership marketing. In this episode, Tom shares his journey into the world of sports and entertainment sponsorships and discusses building fan engagement, aligning brands with soccer audiences, and driving revenue ...
Welcome to The One Soccer Nation Podcast! Today, our host Kareem Rae sits down with Guilherme Von Cüpper, the CEO of Berlin Sports. Guilherme shares his remarkable journey from sports law to business consulting and talent management, offering insights into his role at Berlin Sports and beyond. From discovering emerging soccer stars and navigating legal challenges in the football business to exploring the impact of globalizatio...
Welcome to The One Soccer Nation Podcast! Today, our host, Kareem Rae, sits down with Ryan Cardwell. Ryan is the Head of Commercial at RealMetric Analytics, a company at the forefront of revolutionizing football scouting and recruitment with data-driven solutions. Join us as we explore Ryan's journey in the beautiful game, his insights from the World Football Summit, and his expertise in consulting investors on football club invest...
Welcome to The One Soccer Nation Podcast! Today, our Podcast Co-Host Kaela Hansen sits down with Addie Merrick, a professional soccer player for Carolina Ascent FC in the USL Super League. In this episode, Addie reflects on her journey from making her professional debut with North Carolina Courage in 2020 to becoming a key player for several NWSL teams, including Racing Louisville, Kansas City Current, and Utah Royals. She shares i...
In this episode of The One Soccer Nation Podcast, host Kareem Rae sits down with Arno Harmsen, a visionary leader in the sports turf industry. Arno is the CEO of GrasMeesters, CEO of TurfTalents North America, and Co-founder of the DrainTalent Company. Together, they explore Arno's inspiring journey, his founding vision behind multiple innovative ventures, and his philosophy of blending technology, sustainability, and nature to tra...
Welcome to The One Soccer Nation Podcast! In this episode, our host Kareem Rae sits down with Paul Hamburger, Chief Executive Officer of Admiral Sports. Paul shares his incredible journey in the world of soccer, leading the revitalization of Admiral Sports—an iconic brand with a legacy dating back to the 1970s as one of the pioneers of replica soccer kits. We delve into the inspiration behind Admiral's innovative 3D design software...
Welcome to The One Soccer Nation Podcast! Today, our Co-Host Kaela Hansen sits down with Channing Chasten. Channing is a former professional footballer for Phoenix Rising FC, author of The 1% Kid, and Co-Founder of 1% Kid Academy. He is also a motivational speaker and entrepreneur. In this episode, Channing shares key takeaways from his professional debut in 2022, discusses the challenges and mindset behind his relentless pursuit o...
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