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Episode 111: “I Am Not a Consignment of Goods” - Navigating the New CBA ft Meghann Burke Welcome to Episode 11  of Shea Butter FC, a podcast by, for and about Black women in soccer. In this episode, Skye and Sylvs talk with Meghann Burke , the Executive Director of the NWSL Players Association , about her upbringing, career path, and everything that led up to the current CBA. Lastly, we bring you our Hits and Riffs of the week!  Support the NWSL Players Association (NWSL PA) and check out the new CBA fact sheet on https://www.nwslplayers.com/  Follow the NWSL Players Association  on Twitter  @ nwsl_players   And on  Instagram @ nwsl_players  Make sure you buy a NWSL PA “We Said Now” Tee https://americanrootswear.com/products/the-moment As noted in the episode, we are partnering with Black Rosie Media to play select Shea Butter FC Throwback Episodes on their media platforms. This partnership is made possible through sponsorship by Bounceless Control Sports Bra  use PROMO CODE SBFC for 15% off your first purchase at bounceless.com.  More information on this partnership with Black Rose Media, and Bounceless Bras can be found here.  As always, like, rate and subscribe to the podcast on your favorite platform and Follow us on: Twitter - @sheabutterfc Instagram -sheabutterfc Join our SBFC Patreon - https://www.patreon.com/sheabutterfc Visit our website, get up to date on episodes and all things SBFC at our Linktree: https://linktr.ee/sheabutterfc SBFC Website:  www.sheabutterfc.com Make sure you support Maya and follow Kick Undefined on IG @ kicksundefined  Much love and appreciation to KC Nevijay for letting us use some of his beats and mixes within many of our episodes. His beat appears at the intro piece at the beginning of the episode. Peep his other work at YouTube Channel @ KC Nevijay Also much love and gratitude goes to D.O.P.E Chick Beats for allowing us to use some of her beats for several of our episodes. Her beats appear during SBFC Superlatives and at the end of the episode.  Follow her on ig :  alexandria_theaudiowiz and on twitter: DOPECHICKBEATS The photo of this episode features a photo of Curt Flood, a former Major League baseball player and a hero for the labor movement. May we finish what he started. The photo was pulled from St. Louis Dispatch Article “ Players’ Union Chief Salutes Flood as A ‘Giant’ found here 

Episode 110 : Guess Who’s Back, Back with a Vengeance Welcome to Episode 110  of Shea Butter FC, a podcast by, for and about Black women in soccer. In this episode, Skye and Sylvs talk about the Olympic final, the debut of the USL Super League, the Summer Cup and summer friendlies, and the return of the NWSL, Then, lastly, we bring you our Hits and Riffs and Rants and Raves of the week!  Additionally this episode features audio from interviews in the mixzone after the Gold Medal Match between Brazil and USWNT featuring in order Casey Kruger, Trinity Rodman, Mallory Swanson, Naomi Girma and Crystal Dunn as captured by Erica Ayala of Black Rosie Media! As noted in the episode, we are partnering with Black Rosie Media to play select Shea Butter FC Throwback Episodes on their media platforms. This partnership is made possible through sponsorship by Bounceless Control Sports Bra  use PROMO CODE SBFC for 15% off your first purchase at bounceless.com.  More information on this partnership with Black Rose Media, and Bounceless Bras can be found here.  As always, like, rate and subscribe to the podcast on your favorite platform and Follow us on: Twitter - @sheabutterfc Instagram -sheabutterfc Join our SBFC Patreon - https://www.patreon.com/sheabutterfc Visit our website, get up to date on episodes and all things SBFC at our Linktree: https://linktr.ee/sheabutterfc SBFC Website:  www.sheabutterfc.com Make sure you support Maya and follow Kick Undefined on IG @ kicksundefined  Much love and appreciation to KC Nevijay for letting us use some of his beats and mixes within many of our episodes. His beat appears at the intro piece at the beginning of the episode. Peep his other work at YouTube Channel @ KC Nevijay Also much love and gratitude goes to D.O.P.E Chick Beats for allowing us to use some of her beats for several of our episodes. Her beats appear during SBFC Superlatives and at the end of the episode.  Follow her on ig :  alexandria_theaudiowiz and on twitter: DOPECHICKBEATS The photo of this episode features Jameese Joseph of the Chicago Red Stars who is SBFC Player of Week mentioned in this episode as capture by the Chicago Red Stars in their game against Racing Louisville found at https://chicagoredstars.com/photos/racing-louisville-fc-vs-chicago-red-stars-082424/

Episode 109: Rumors Of Our Demise Have Been Greatly Exaggerated Welcome to Episode 109  of Shea Butter FC, a podcast by, for and about Black women in soccer. In this episode, Skye and Sylvs talk about all things women’s soccer at the Olympics up to the final, then we discuss “the pain cave” and the USWNT. Then we share audio from interviews with Christen Press and Kristen Edmonds as captured by Shea Butter FC Street Team Member Thom during his time in the mixzone  at  the NWSL x Liga MX Fem Summer Cup Semi Final, and we discuss our thoughts on the new tournament. Lastly, we bring you our Hits and Riffs and Rants and Raves of the week!  As noted in the episode, we are partnering with Black Rosie Media to play select Shea Butter FC Throwback Episodes on their media platforms. This partnership is made possible through sponsorship by Bounceless Control Sports Bra  use PROMO CODE SBFC for 15% off your first purchase at bounceless.com.  More information on this partnership with Black Rose Media, and Bounceless Bras can be found here.  As always, like, rate and subscribe to the podcast on your favorite platform and Follow us on: Twitter - @sheabutterfc Instagram -sheabutterfc Join our SBFC Patreon - https://www.patreon.com/sheabutterfc Visit our website, get up to date on episodes and all things SBFC at our Linktree: https://linktr.ee/sheabutterfc SBFC Website:  www.sheabutterfc.com Make sure you support Maya and follow Kick Undefined on IG @ kicksundefined  Much love and appreciation to KC Nevijay for letting us use some of his beats and mixes within many of our episodes. His beat appears at the intro piece at the beginning of the episode. Peep his other work at YouTube Channel @ KC Nevijay Also much love and gratitude goes to D.O.P.E Chick Beats for allowing us to use some of her beats for several of our episodes. Her beats appear during SBFC Superlatives and at the end of the episode.  Follow her on ig :  alexandria_theaudiowiz and on twitter: DOPECHICKBEATS The photo of this episode features Sister Emma Hayes and the Naomi Girma, Crystal Dunn, Trinity Rodman, Sophia Smith, Mallory Swanson and Casey Kruger celebrating during the Paris 2024 Olympics as captured by USWNT media team and Kente dripped by the Mayor Geno!.

Episode 108 : Watch The Throne, Track Number Three!  ft Talldre Latavious and Coach Courtney Thee Stats  (Part 1 of the Diaspora United Chop Up) Welcome to Episode 108  of Shea Butter FC, a podcast by, for and about Black women in soccer. In this episode, Skye and Sylvs chop it up with Deacon Skyscraper Andre’ Latavious and Coach Courtney Thee Stats of Diaspora United to finally review the final USWNT roster for the 2024 Olympics in Paris. The crew breaks down the rosters by discussing initial reactions  and exploring  the strengths and weaknesses of the squad. They also discuss the reality of the snubs, and have a deep conversation about Korbin Albert being on the roster. Lastly they share their Hits and Raves for the week! Come vibe and remember to check out Part Two of this cross over on Diaspora United’s platform in the Episode 151 : Watch the Throne, Track Three!  Make sure you follow and support Andre’ and Courtney of Diaspora United on Twitter: DiasporaUtdPod  As noted in the episode, we are partnering with Black Rosie Media to play select Shea Butter FC Throwback Episodes on their media platforms. This partnership is made possible through sponsorship by Bounceless Control Sports Bra  use PROMO CODE SBFC for 15% off your first purchase at bounceless.com.  More information on this partnership with Black Rose Media, and Bounceless Bras can be found here.  As always, like, rate and subscribe to the podcast on your favorite platform and Follow us on: Twitter - @sheabutterfc Instagram -sheabutterfc Join our SBFC Patreon - https://www.patreon.com/sheabutterfc Visit our website, get up to date on episodes and all things SBFC at our Linktree: https://linktr.ee/sheabutterfc SBFC Website:  www.sheabutterfc.com Make sure you support Maya and follow Kick Undefined on IG @ kicksundefined  Much love and appreciation to KC Nevijay for letting us use some of his beats and mixes within many of our episodes. His beat appears at the intro piece at the beginning of the episode. Peep his other work at YouTube Channel @ KC Nevijay Also much love and gratitude goes to D.O.P.E Chick Beats for allowing us to use some of her beats for several of our episodes. Her beats appear during SBFC Superlatives and at the end of the episode.  Follow her on ig :  alexandria_theaudiowiz and on twitter: DOPECHICKBEATS The photo of this episode features a special version of the Shea Butter FC Delegation and Diaspora United approved Black Forward line of the USWNT team with photo developed by USWNT from .here

Shea Butter FC Bonus Episode:  Shea Butter Rewind Therapy Vol 4  - Sitting on Top of The World with My Friends  - A TSTv7 2024 Review Welcome to this Bonus Episode  of Shea Butter FC, a podcast by, for and about Black women in soccer!  In this Episode, SkyE  drops volume four of the cultural series called Shea Butter Rewind Therapy, where people across the soccer space come together to relive their game day emotions and feelings while tactically nerding out over soccer in a fun and therapeutic way.  For Rewind Therapy Episode Fours   SkyE and Eboni chop it up with TSTv7 players to reflect back on the first annual Women’s Tournament. Players featured in this episode include Angel City FC’s  Mariah Lee and Dom Randle, Tampa Bay Sun FC’s , Shade Pratt, and Kayla Mills,  and Burnley FC’s Jamia Fields. They talk about the fun of the tournament and the style of play. They explore how this tournament can grow the game stateside across diverse communities and what it meant to have so much diversity at the tournament. Explore implications of the tournament on launching careers into the different professional leagues, and also look at what can be done to include more Black culture in the tournament.  Lastly they dive into vibes and songs for wild version Hits and RIffs. Come vibe! Follow Mariah Lee: https://www.instagram.com/merdashewrote/ Follow Dom Randle: https://www.instagram.com/domiharris/ Follow Shade Pratt: https://www.instagram.com/shadepratt/ Follow Kayla Mills https://www.instagram.com/thrillsymillsy/ Follow Jamia Fields https://www.instagram.com/jamiafields/ As noted in the episode, we are partnering with Black Rosie Media to play select Shea Butter FC Throwback Episodes on their media platforms. This partnership is made possible through sponsorship by Bounceless Control Sports Bra  use PROMO CODE SBFC for 15% off your first purchase at bounceless.com.  More information on this partnership with Black Rose Media, and Bounceless Bras can be found here.  As always, like, rate and subscribe to the podcast on your favorite platform and Follow us on: Twitter - @sheabutterfc Instagram -sheabutterfc Join our SBFC Patreon - https://www.patreon.com/sheabutterfc Visit our website, get up to date on episodes and all things SBFC at our Linktree: https://linktr.ee/sheabutterfc SBFC Website:  www.sheabutterfc.com Make sure you support Maya and follow Kick Undefined on IG @ kicksundefined  Much love and appreciation to KC Nevijay for letting us use some of his beats and mixes within many of our episodes. His beat appears at the intro piece at the beginning of the episode. Peep his other work at YouTube Channel @ KC Nevijay Also much love and gratitude goes to D.O.P.E Chick Beats for allowing us to use some of her beats for several of our episodes. Her beats appear during SBFC Superlatives and at the end of the episode.  Follow her on ig :  alexandria_theaudiowiz and on twitter: DOPECHICKBEATS This episode features collage of the following players Kayla Mills and Shade Pratt as they played for Tampa Bay Sun FC v7s (Top left) as taken by Anéesa Myers, Mariah Lee playing for Angel City FC v7s shot (Top Right) taken by Eboni Christmas, Dom Randle playing for Angel City FC v7s (Bottom Left) taken by Anéesa Myers and Jamia Fields playing for Burnley FC v7s (Bottom Right) by Eboni Christmas

Shea Butter FC Bonus Episode:  Shea Butter Rewind Therapy Vol 3  - KC Baby Back Ribs! Welcome to this Bonus Episode  of Shea Butter FC, a podcast by, for and about Black women in soccer!  In this Episode, SkyE  drops volume three cultural series called Shea Butter Rewind Therapy, where people across the soccer space come together to relive their game day emotions and  feelings while tactically nerding out over soccer in a fun and therapeutic way.  For Rewind Therapy Episode three,  SkyE connects with Kansas City media Legends PJ Green and Thom Persley to breakdown the game action of the Kansas City Current against the Chicago Red Stars from their media perspectives. They talk game plans and tactics , and relive player performances. They also break down the Lorne Donaldson’s Master’s Class that allowed for a tie against the Current’s offensive juggernaut. They also talk about culture and vibes around the Kansas City stadium and environment. They also share their experiences and perspectives as two Black men covering the Current and existing in sports media in Kansas City. Lastly they dive into vibes and songs for a KC flavored Hits and RIffs followed by a KC BBQ war. Come vibe for this ride and roasting and laughs in between ! Make sure you get connected with Legend PJ Green on Twitter: https://twitter.com/ByPJGreen  Make sure you get connect with Thom on Twitter  https://twitter.com/thombomb816 and support Shades of Blue Network  https://twitter.com/shadesofbluenw As noted in the episode, we are partnering with Black Rosie Media to play select Shea Butter FC Throwback Episodes on their media platforms. This partnership is made possible through sponsorship by Bounceless Control Sports Bra  use PROMO CODE SBFC for 15% off your first purchase at bounceless.com.  More information on this partnership with Black Rose Media, and Bounceless Bras can be found here.  As always, like, rate and subscribe to the podcast on your favorite platform and Follow us on: Twitter - @sheabutterfc Instagram -sheabutterfc Join our SBFC Patreon - https://www.patreon.com/sheabutterfc Visit our website, get up to date on episodes and all things SBFC at our Linktree: https://linktr.ee/sheabutterfc SBFC Website:  www.sheabutterfc.com Make sure you support Maya and follow Kick Undefined on IG @ kicksundefined  Much love and appreciation to KC Nevijay for letting us use some of his beats and mixes within many of our episodes. His beat appears at the intro piece at the beginning of the episode. Peep his other work at YouTube Channel @ KC Nevijay Also much love and gratitude goes to D.O.P.E Chick Beats for allowing us to use some of her beats for several of our episodes. Her beats appear during SBFC Superlatives and at the end of the episode.  Follow her on ig :  alexandria_theaudiowiz and on twitter: DOPECHICKBEATS This episode features a picture of KC Current players celebrating after a goal as taken by Kansas City Current Football Club. 

SBFC Bonus - Shea Butter Rewind Therapy Vol 2 - New York Chillin Jersey Chillin , What More Can I Say? F*** LA, but We are Family with Pride! Welcome to this Bonus Episode  of Shea Butter FC, a podcast by, for and about Black women in soccer!  In this Episode, SkyE  drops volume 2 cultural series called Shea Butter Rewind Therapy, where people across the soccer space come together to relive their game day emotions and  feelings while tactically nerding out over soccer in a fun and therapeutic way.  For Rewind Therapy Episode two,   SkyE connects with  Capo and Cloud 9 Support Group Legends Nat and Shea for a fun-filled reflection of the Gotham FC vs Angel City FC battle in Rhode Island, Connecticut, Vermont, NY/NY during Pride night. They talk about the line ups, game plans and action from both team perspectives. They relive various plays of the game from the perspective on the Capo stand! As they relive the Pride game day experience, Nat and Shea share the importance of representation as non-binary and transgender Capos and soccer supporters,  and share how they have found family as within the  Cloud 9 and Gotham FC community! We then slide into a very Pride vibing editions of Hits and Riffs with a sprinkle of Shea Butter Double Dutch, so you know it’s a wild ride, so come vibe! Make sure you get connected with Nat and Shea and the whole Cloud 9 family  On Twitter:  https://twitter.com/Cloud9GOTH  And  sign up here: https://cloud9goth.com/  Make sure you support the Prideraiseer  as discussed in the episode which includes the following description and link: Cloud 9, an independent supporters group for NJ/NY Gotham FC, is proud to be raising funds for the Ali Forney Center (AFC) during the 2024 Prideraiser Campaign. AFC's mission is to protect LGBTQ youths from the harms of homelessness and empower them with the tools needed to live independently. To support our campaign, pledge any dollar amount per goal scored by NJ/NY Gotham FC during the month of June. At the end of the month you’ll be contacted to make your donation directly to the Ali Forney Center. https://www.prideraiser.org/3AZ1eNjxNyN3?source=supporter:r3oGJaBdNjyqB As noted in the episode, we are partnering with Black Rosie Media to play select Shea Butter FC Throwback Episodes on their media platforms. This partnership is made possible through sponsorship by Bounceless Control Sports Bra  use PROMO CODE SBFC for 15% off your first purchase at bounceless.com.  More information on this partnership with Black Rose Media, and Bounceless Bras can be found here.  As always, like, rate and subscribe to the podcast on your favorite platform and Follow us on: Twitter - @sheabutterfc Instagram -sheabutterfc Join our SBFC Patreon - https://www.patreon.com/sheabutterfc Visit our website, get up to date on episodes and all things SBFC at our Linktree: https://linktr.ee/sheabutterfc SBFC Website:  www.sheabutterfc.com Make sure you support Maya and follow Kick Undefined on IG @ kicksundefined  Much love and appreciation to KC Nevijay for letting us use some of his beats and mixes within many of our episodes. His beat appears at the intro piece at the beginning of the episode. Peep his other work at YouTube Channel @ KC Nevijay Also much love and gratitude goes to D.O.P.E Chick Beats for allowing us to use some of her beats for several of our episodes. Her beats appear during SBFC Superlatives and at the end of the episode.  Follow her on ig :  alexandria_theaudiowiz and on twitter: DOPECHICKBEATS This episode features a picture of Crystal Dunn about to shoot the ball against Angel City FC during Gotham FC win on Pride Night as credited to NY/NJ Gotham FC. 

Episode 107 : That Freedom Talk  or  Breaking Down Sister Emma's Second Dub ft Talldre Latavious and Coach Courtney Thee Stats  (Part 1 of the Diaspora United Chop Up) Welcome to Episode 107  of Shea Butter FC, a podcast by, for and about Black women in soccer. In this episode, Skye and Sylvs chop it up with Deacon Skyscraper Andre’ Latavious and Coach Courtney Thee Stats of Diaspora United to thoroughly and joyously break down  the 3-0  USWNT win against South Korea.   First they take a deep dive into game plans, player performances and changes implemented in game two. Then they look at player performances across the international window for the USWNT and what this means going forward as we approach the Olympics. They also explore the impact of Emma Hayes on culture  in a short time while looking to the future what this means going forward. They celebrate Crystal Dunn’s first goal as a forward for the USWNT in a long time, and  relive the hype of seeing Lily Yohannes finally debut in midfield and score her first goal while playing with pedal to the medal line up full of Shea Butter Excellence! Then they rant about the media coverage failures and shenanigans in WNBA and the parallels to women’s soccer. Lastly  rave and drop some interesting Hits and Riffs for the week!  Come vibe and remember to check out Part Two of this cross over on Diaspora United’s platform in the Episode 148 : Olympic Bubble Talk.  Make sure you follow and support Andre’ and Courtney of Diaspora United on Twitter: DiasporaUtdPod  As noted in the episode, we are partnering with Black Rosie Media to play select Shea Butter FC Throwback Episodes on their media platforms. This partnership is made possible through sponsorship by Bounceless Control Sports Bra  use PROMO CODE SBFC for 15% off your first purchase at bounceless.com.  More information on this partnership with Black Rose Media, and Bounceless Bras can be found here.  As always, like, rate and subscribe to the podcast on your favorite platform and Follow us on: Twitter - @sheabutterfc Instagram -sheabutterfc Join our SBFC Patreon - https://www.patreon.com/sheabutterfc Visit our website, get up to date on episodes and all things SBFC at our Linktree: https://linktr.ee/sheabutterfc SBFC Website:  www.sheabutterfc.com Make sure you support Maya and follow Kick Undefined on IG @ kicksundefined  Much love and appreciation to KC Nevijay for letting us use some of his beats and mixes within many of our episodes. His beat appears at the intro piece at the beginning of the episode. Peep his other work at YouTube Channel @ KC Nevijay Also much love and gratitude goes to D.O.P.E Chick Beats for allowing us to use some of her beats for several of our episodes. Her beats appear during SBFC Superlatives and at the end of the episode.  Follow her on ig :  alexandria_theaudiowiz and on twitter: DOPECHICKBEATS The photo of this episode features Shea Butter FC Delegation Player’s of the Week Lily Yohannes and Sophia Smith celebrating during the USWNT win again South Korea as taken by Abbie Parr  of the  Associated Press.

Shea Butter FC Bonus Episode:  Shea Butter Rewind Therapy Vol 1 - Put the Ball in the Net!  Or Revisiting The Grit and Grind FC Battle Royale Welcome to this Bonus Episode  of Shea Butter FC, a podcast by, for and about Black women in soccer!  In this Episode, SkyE  launches a new cultural series called Shea Butter Rewind Therapy, where people across the soccer space come together to relive their game day emotions and  feelings while tactically nerding out over soccer in a fun and therapeutic way.  For Rewind Therapy Episode One,  SkyE connects  with two Black Angel City FC fans and Los Angeles natives, (AC Pandemonium Supporter Group Leader, Erica and season ticket holder Daniel) to discuss the first Angel City FC vs San Diego Wave rivalry game of the season and their experience in the Supporter Section of   BMO stadium’s North End.. They also deep dive into the game plans of Angel City FC and San Diego Wave where they explore what worked and what did not for both teams while exploring what to expect after the international and Olympic break. Lastly in a varied version of Hits and Riffs, everyone drops their songs to represent the parts of Los Angeles where they are from/now live, songs for the team, songs for the stands/chants, and goal celebrations. It is a chaotic but fun episode ,so come vibe! Much love to Erica and Daniel (follow him Twitter @Dabigjoker ) for coming through this episode! These fans, know ball!  As noted in the episode, we are partnering with Black Rosie Media to play select Shea Butter FC Throwback Episodes on their media platforms. This partnership is made possible through sponsorship by Bounceless Control Sports Bra  use PROMO CODE SBFC for 15% off your first purchase at bounceless.com.  More information on this partnership with Black Rose Media, and Bounceless Bras can be found here.  As always, like, rate and subscribe to the podcast on your favorite platform and Follow us on: Twitter - @sheabutterfc Instagram -sheabutterfc Join our SBFC Patreon - https://www.patreon.com/sheabutterfc Visit our website, get up to date on episodes and all things SBFC at our Linktree: https://linktr.ee/sheabutterfc SBFC Website:  www.sheabutterfc.com Make sure you support Maya and follow Kick Undefined on IG @ kicksundefined  Much love and appreciation to KC Nevijay for letting us use some of his beats and mixes within many of our episodes. His beat appears at the intro piece at the beginning of the episode. Peep his other work at YouTube Channel @ KC Nevijay Also much love and gratitude goes to D.O.P.E Chick Beats for allowing us to use some of her beats for several of our episodes. Her beats appear during SBFC Superlatives and at the end of the episode.  Follow her on ig :  alexandria_theaudiowiz and on twitter: DOPECHICKBEATS This episode features a picture of Gisele Thompson balling in the Angel CIty FC vs San Diego Wave game in BMO stadium in Los Angeles, California with credit going to Angel City Football Club. 

Episode 106: Breakdown the NWSL Chaos from Sky High ft Coach Statue of Liberty and Wemby-Lagui or Diaspora United 1.5 Crossover with SkyE Welcome to Episode 106  of Shea Butter FC, a podcast by, for and about Black women in soccer. In this Episode, while Sylvs is celebrating her Birthday by  exploring Europe, SkyE connects with the Tall Ones of Diaspora United, Courtney Stith and Andre’ Carlisle in part two of a 1.5 SBFC x DU kinda crossover to review the chaos of last week of NWSL games and the season's midpoint of the most chaotic league on earth. Skye , Wemby and Coach reflect on the season of the NWSL  to see what new heights each team can reach in their future, why teams are struggling or succeeding , and look to see who is in leading the award races across the league. Coach Courtney and Reverend Wemby , also help Skye pick Superlatives for the week, continue some  Raves and Rant, and drop some Hits and Riffs of the Week They also wish Sylvs a special Happy Birthday! Be sure to check out Part One of this 1.5 Tall Crossover, where Skye and the TallOnes talk about Sister Emma’s first USWNT Team Roster and welcomes the beginning of the Emma Hayes era in Episode 146 of Diaspora United on their feeds. Make sure you follow and support Andre’ and Courtney of Diaspora United on Twitter: DiasporaUtdPod  As noted in the episode, we are partnering with Black Rosie Media to play select Shea Butter FC Throwback Episodes on their media platforms. This partnership is made possible through sponsorship by Bounceless Control Sports Bra  use PROMO CODE SBFC for 15% off your first purchase at bounceless.com.  More information on this partnership with Black Rose Media, and Bounceless Bras can be found here.  As always, like, rate and subscribe to the podcast on your favorite platform and Follow us on: Twitter - @sheabutterfc Instagram -sheabutterfc Join our SBFC Patreon - https://www.patreon.com/sheabutterfc Visit our website, get up to date on episodes and all things SBFC at our Linktree: https://linktr.ee/sheabutterfc SBFC Website:  www.sheabutterfc.com Make sure you support Maya and follow Kick Undefined on IG @ kicksundefined  Much love and appreciation to KC Nevijay for letting us use some of his beats and mixes within many of our episodes. His beat appears at the intro piece at the beginning of the episode. Peep his other work at YouTube Channel @ KC Nevijay Also much love and gratitude goes to D.O.P.E Chick Beats for allowing us to use some of her beats for several of our episodes. Her beats appear during SBFC Superlatives and at the end of the episode.  Follow her on ig :  alexandria_theaudiowiz and on twitter: DOPECHICKBEATS The photo of this episode features Shea Butter FC player of the week Barbra Banda and Adriana of the Orlando Pride as taken by Dante’y Buitureida during the Seattle Reign vs Orlando Pride Match in Seattle, Washington on Lumen Field.  You can connect with and follow Dante’y through the links at https://linktr.ee/Danteysart . 

Episode 105: Stoppage Time, Stop That! Welcome to Episode 105  of Shea Butter FC, a podcast by, for and about Black women in soccer. In this episode, Skye and Sylvs check in with three things they’ve seen in the NWSL, and three things they think they’ll see the rest of the season. Then, they give your the superlatives and their early picks for ROTY and MVP, and finally bring you the Hits and Riffs and Rants and Raves of the Week. As noted in the episode, we are partnering with Black Rosie Media to play select Shea Butter FC Throwback Episodes on their media platforms. This partnership is made possible through sponsorship by Bounceless Control Sports Bra  use PROMO CODE SBFC for 15% off your first purchase at bounceless.com.  More information on this partnership with Black Rose Media, and Bounceless Bras can be found here.  As always, like, rate and subscribe to the podcast on your favorite platform and Follow us on: Twitter - @sheabutterfc Instagram -sheabutterfc Join our SBFC Patreon - https://www.patreon.com/sheabutterfc Visit our website, get up to date on episodes and all things SBFC at our Linktree: https://linktr.ee/sheabutterfc SBFC Website:  www.sheabutterfc.com Make sure you support Maya and follow Kick Undefined on IG @ kicksundefined  Much love and appreciation to KC Nevijay for letting us use some of his beats and mixes within many of our episodes. His beat appears at the intro piece at the beginning of the episode. Peep his other work at YouTube Channel @ KC Nevijay Also much love and gratitude goes to D.O.P.E Chick Beats for allowing us to use some of her beats for several of our episodes. Her beats appear during SBFC Superlatives and at the end of the episode.  Follow her on ig :  alexandria_theaudiowiz and on twitter: DOPECHICKBEATS The photo of this episode features Shea Butter FC player of the week Sophia Smith as taken by Dante’y Buitureida.  You can connect with and follow Dante’y through the links at https://linktr.ee/Danteysart 

SBFC Episode 104: They Not Like U.S.! ft Stop Playing Out the BACK! Welcome to Episode 104  of Shea Butter FC, a podcast by, for and about Black women in soccer. In this episode, Skye and Sylvs discuss UWCL and the WSL last round of games as the league’s season comes to a close, the latest midweek and NWSL matches, the beefing vibes with the struggle bus of Playing Out the Back ( including a special surprise from SkyE) , and dive into the importance of understanding and respecting  Black American culture ALL the time and not when it’s convenient between the Hits and Riffs and Rants and Raves of the week. As noted in the episode, we are partnering with Black Rosie Media to play select Shea Butter FC Throwback Episodes on their media platforms. This partnership is made possible through sponsorship by Bounceless Control Sports Bra  use PROMO CODE SBFC for 15% off your first purchase at bounceless.com.  More information on this partnership with Black Rose Media, and Bounceless Bras can be found here.  As always, like, rate and subscribe to the podcast on your favorite platform and Follow us on: Twitter - @sheabutterfc Instagram -sheabutterfc Join our SBFC Patreon - https://www.patreon.com/sheabutterfc Visit our website, get up to date on episodes and all things SBFC at our Linktree: https://linktr.ee/sheabutterfc SBFC Website:  www.sheabutterfc.com Make sure you support Maya and follow Kick Undefined on IG @ kicksundefined  Much love and appreciation to KC Nevijay for letting us use some of his beats and mixes within many of our episodes. His beat appears at the intro piece at the beginning of the episode. Peep his other work at YouTube Channel @ KC Nevijay Also much love and gratitude goes to D.O.P.E Chick Beats for allowing us to use some of her beats for several of our episodes. Her beats appear during SBFC Superlatives and at the end of the episode.  Follow her on ig :  alexandria_theaudiowiz and on twitter: DOPECHICKBEATS The photos featured in this episode of Rookie of the Month Croix Bethune cooking against Houston Dash as feature by the Washington Spirit on https://washingtonspirit.com/blog/2024/05/07/washington-spirit-midfielder-croix-bethune-named-nwsl-rookie-of-the-month-presented-by-ally/ 

 Episode 103: Run The Fcking Go-Route Welcome to Episode 103 of Shea Butter FC, a podcast by, for and about Black women in soccer. In this episode, Skye and Sylvs discuss the SheBelieves Cup in Atlanta and the fallout from Korbin Albert’s social media, then (at the 1 Hour 19 min mark)  we talk about the NWSL through the first six match days, next (at the 2 Hour 9 min mark)  we talk about the UWCL first legs, and then we ask the question “does women’s basketball have a marketing issue (hint, yes). Finally, we will give you our Hits and Riffs and Rants and Raves of the week. Please note there are interviews in this episode.  Interviews in this Episode start at 45 min  mark  featuring USWNT’s Sophia Smith, Naomi Girma and the Legend Shannon Boxx at USWNT Training in Marietta, Georgia before SheBelieves in Atlanta, Georgia  57 min mark featuring Footie Mob and American Outlaw members at the American Outlaw Tailgate before SheBelieve Cup in Atlanta, Georgia 1hour 6min mark featuring USWNT’s Jaedyn Shaw, Mallory Swanson, Catarina Macario and Crystal Dunn after the USWNT vs Japan WNT game in the Mixzone at  She Believes in  Atlanta Georgia.  As noted in the episode, we are partnering with Black Rosie Media to play select Shea Butter FC Throwback Episodes on their media platforms. This partnership is made possible through sponsorship by Bounceless Control Sports Bra  use PROMO CODE SBFC for 15% off your first purchase at bounceless.com.  More information on this partnership with Black Rose Media, and Bounceless Bras can be found here.  As always, like, rate and subscribe to the podcast on your favorite platform and Follow us on: Twitter - @sheabutterfc Instagram -sheabutterfc Join our SBFC Patreon - https://www.patreon.com/sheabutterfc Visit our website, get up to date on episodes and all things SBFC at our Linktree: https://linktr.ee/sheabutterfc SBFC Website:  www.sheabutterfc.com Make sure you support Maya and follow Kick Undefined on IG @ kicksundefined  Much love and appreciation to KC Nevijay for letting us use some of his beats and mixes within many of our episodes. His beat appears at the intro piece at the beginning of the episode. Peep his other work at YouTube Channel @ KC Nevijay Also much love and gratitude goes to D.O.P.E Chick Beats for allowing us to use some of her beats for several of our episodes. Her beats appear during SBFC Superlatives and at the end of the episode.  Follow her on ig :  alexandria_theaudiowiz and on twitter: DOPECHICKBEATS The photos featured in this episode of Mallory Swanson and Tziarra King during Seattle Reign vs Chicago Red Stars match in Seattle, Washington  were taken by Dante’y Buitureida.  You can connect with and follow Dante’y through the links at https://linktr.ee/Danteysart . 

Episode 102: Choppin It Up with Shea Butter FC x FTCUTD and Footie Mob in Atlanta What's good squad? This episode of Shea Butter FC features audio from our live recording in Atlanta featuring Skye and Sylvs, Greggo and Coach Tony of For The Culture United and Footie Mob legend Curtis Jenkins and Vera Zeigler. This episode features a deep dive into Black culture and the intersection of soccer in Atlanta, and it exploring how important it has been growing the influence of soccer in the city hosting SheBelieves and the new location of US Soccer. This discussion was recorded in the historic Robert Woodruff Library in heart of Atlanta , and services the HBCUs of the Atlanta University Center! #hbcu #soccer #ForTheCulture #ftcutd #blacksoccer #blackpodcast #hbcusoccer #soccerpodcast #mls #nwsl #uswnt #shebelievescup #ussoccer #liveig #soccerlife #explore #exploreatl #clarkatlanta #spelman #morehouse

Episode 101:  Shoutout to All My DEIs, We’ll See You In Atlanta! Welcome to Episode 101 of Shea Butter FC, a podcast by, for and about Black women in soccer. In this episode, Skye and Sylvs discuss the first two weeks of the NWSL and talk about how we’re feeling about each team. Then, you will hear player interviews from the Gold Cup W Final and the Challenge Cup, and then we will discuss the USWNT roster for the SheBelieves Cup. Finally, we will give you our Hits and Riffs and Rants and Raves of the week.  Interviews in Episode include Mixzone interviews after the Gold Cup Final with Jaedyn Shaw, Casey Kruger, Lynn Williams  and Naomi Girma Mixzone Interviews after the 2024 NWSL Challenge Cup with Gotham FC’s Yazmeen Ryan, Crystal Dunn, Maycee Bell, and San Diego Wave’s Jaedyn Shaw and Naomi Girma As noted in the episode, we are partnering with Black Rosie Media to play select Shea Butter FC Throwback Episodes on their media platforms. This partnership is made possible through sponsorship by Bounceless Control Sports Bra  use PROMO CODE SBFC for 15% off your first purchase at bounceless.com.  More information on this partnership with Black Rose Media, and Bounceless Bras can be found here.  As always, like, rate and subscribe to the podcast on your favorite platform and Follow us on: Twitter - @sheabutterfc Instagram -sheabutterfc Join our SBFC Patreon - https://www.patreon.com/sheabutterfc Visit our website, get up to date on episodes and all things SBFC at our Linktree: https://linktr.ee/sheabutterfc SBFC Website:  www.sheabutterfc.com Make sure you support Maya and follow Kick Undefined on IG @ kicksundefined  Much love and appreciation to KC Nevijay for letting us use some of his beats and mixes within many of our episodes. His beat appears at the intro piece at the beginning of the episode. Peep his other work at YouTube Channel @ KC Nevijay Also much love and gratitude goes to D.O.P.E Chick Beats for allowing us to use some of her beats for several of our episodes. Her beats appear during SBFC Superlatives and at the end of the episode.  Follow her on ig :  alexandria_theaudiowiz and on twitter: DOPECHICKBEATS Photo for this episode features a picture of Croix Bethune celebrating with her Washington Spirit Teammates after scoring the Game winning goal. 

SBFC Bonus Episode:  Gold Cup W Quarter-Finals Recap and Mixed Zone Interviews Welcome to a bonus episode of Shea Butter FC, a podcast by, for and about Black women in soccer. In this episode, Skye and Sylvs are in the streets for the Gold Cup W quarterfinals at BMO Stadium in Los Angeles. Skye and Sylvs give a mini recap of what they saw during all four matches on Saturday and Sunday, and bring you player interviews from Canada, Costa Rica, Mexico and the United States.  Mixzone interview with Jade Rose of the Canada XNT Mixzone interview with Raquel “Rocky” Rodriguez of the Costa Rica WNT Mixzone interviews with Kiana Palacios and Esthefanny Barreras of the Mexico WNT Mixzone interviews with Jaedyn Shaw, Trinity Rodman and Naomi Girma of the United States WNT As noted in the episode, we are partnering with Black Rosie Media to play select Shea Butter FC Throwback Episodes on their media platforms. This partnership is made possible through sponsorship by Bounceless Control Sports Bra  use PROMO CODE SBFC for 15% off your first purchase at bounceless.com.  More information on this partnership with Black Rose Media, and Bounceless Bras can be found here.  As always, like, rate and subscribe to the podcast on your favorite platform and Follow us on: Twitter - @sheabutterfc Instagram -sheabutterfc Join our SBFC Patreon - https://www.patreon.com/sheabutterfc Visit our website, get up to date on episodes and all things SBFC at our Linktree: https://linktr.ee/sheabutterfc SBFC Website:  www.sheabutterfc.com Make sure you support Maya and follow Kick Undefined on IG @ kicksundefined  Much love and appreciation to KC Nevijay for letting us use some of his beats and mixes within many of our episodes. His beat appears at the intro piece at the beginning of the episode. Peep his other work at YouTube Channel @ KC Nevijay Also much love and gratitude goes to D.O.P.E Chick Beats for allowing us to use some of her beats for several of our episodes. Her beats appear during SBFC Superlatives and at the end of the episode.  Follow her on ig :  alexandria_theaudiowiz and on twitter: DOPECHICKBEATS Photo for this episode Brazil WNT Player of the Match Yasmim celebrating after scoring in the Brazil’s Quarter final win against Argentina as taken by Bleacher Report Football post found here .

Episode 99:  I Got 99 Problems but CONCACAF Ain't One Welcome to Episode 99 of Shea Butter FC, a podcast by, for and about Black women in soccer. In this episode, Skye and Sylvs are in the streets for the Gold Cup W covering Match Days Two and Three held in Carson and San Diego. Skye and Sylvs give a mini recap of what they saw and felt after watching every match, including a deep dive into the USWNT’s result against Mexico. We will have live player interviews from these matches interspersed throughout the episode. Then Skye gives her thoughts on Goalchella, and as always, we end with our Rants and Raves and Hits and Riffs of the week.  Interviews in Episode include Mixzone interviews after the USWNT vs Argentina Gold Cup W Match with USWNT players Casey Kruger and Naomi Girma. Mixzone interviews after the Puerto Rico vs Panama match with Puerto Rico WNT players Madison Cox, Jillienne Aguilera, and Danielle Marcano. Mixzone interviews after the USWNT vs Mexico WNT game with USWNT players Crystal Dunn and Rebecca Sauerbraunn. Mixzone interviews after the Angel City FC vs Bay FC Goachella Tournament games with Angel City FC’s Sarah Gorden, Becki Tweed and Merritt Mathias As noted in the episode, we are partnering with Black Rosie Media to play select Shea Butter FC Throwback Episodes on their media platforms. This partnership is made possible through sponsorship by Bounceless Control Sports Bra  use PROMO CODE SBFC for 15% off your first purchase at bounceless.com.  More information on this partnership with Black Rose Media, and Bounceless Bras can be found here.  As always, like, rate and subscribe to the podcast on your favorite platform and Follow us on: Twitter - @sheabutterfc Instagram -sheabutterfc Join our SBFC Patreon - https://www.patreon.com/sheabutterfc Visit our website, get up to date on episodes and all things SBFC at our Linktree: https://linktr.ee/sheabutterfc SBFC Website:  www.sheabutterfc.com Make sure you support Maya and follow Kick Undefined on IG @ kicksundefined  Much love and appreciation to KC Nevijay for letting us use some of his beats and mixes within many of our episodes. His beat appears at the intro piece at the beginning of the episode. Peep his other work at YouTube Channel @ KC Nevijay Also much love and gratitude goes to D.O.P.E Chick Beats for allowing us to use some of her beats for several of our episodes. Her beats appear during SBFC Superlatives and at the end of the episode.  Follow her on ig :  alexandria_theaudiowiz and on twitter: DOPECHICKBEATS Photo for this episode features a picture of Mayra Pelayo-Bernal  celebrating after scoring a golazo banger in stoppage time against USWNT during Day 3 Matchday in Group A of the CONCACAF Gold Cup W as taken by Richard Gordon. Follow on IG at richimpossible and on twitter at RichIMpossible 

Episode Bonus TWO: Concacaf W Gold Cup 2024 Group Stage in LA Day One - Mexico vs Argentina & USA vs Dominican Republic Recap Welcome to a bonus episode of Shea Butter FC, a podcast by, for and about Black women in soccer. In this episode, Skye and Sylvs are in the streets for the Gold Cup W covering Day One of the Group Stage Games held in Carson California. Skye and Sylvs give a mini recap of what they saw and felt after watching Mexico play Argentina and USA play Dominican Republic during the first battle day for Group A. Then they share their mixzone interviews that include Kathrynn Gonzalez and Gabriella Cuevas of the Dominican Republic Women’s National Team and  Midge Purce of the USWNT . Come vibe! As noted in the episode, we are partnering with Black Rosie Media to play select Shea Butter FC Throwback Episodes on their media platforms. This partnership is made possible through sponsorship by Bounceless Control Sports Bra  use PROMO CODE SBFC for 15% off your first purchase at bounceless.com.  More information on this partnership with Black Rose Media, and Bounceless Bras can be found here.  As always, like, rate and subscribe to the podcast on your favorite platform and Follow us on: Twitter - @sheabutterfc Instagram -sheabutterfc Join our SBFC Patreon - https://www.patreon.com/sheabutterfc Visit our website, get up to date on episodes and all things SBFC at our Linktree: https://linktr.ee/sheabutterfc SBFC Website:  www.sheabutterfc.com Make sure you support Maya and follow Kick Undefined on IG @ kicksundefined  Much love and appreciation to KC Nevijay for letting us use some of his beats and mixes within many of our episodes. His beat appears at the intro piece at the beginning of the episode. Peep his other work at YouTube Channel @ KC Nevijay Also much love and gratitude goes to D.O.P.E Chick Beats for allowing us to use some of her beats for several of our episodes. Her beats appear during SBFC Superlatives and at the end of the episode.  Follow her on ig :  alexandria_theaudiowiz and on twitter: DOPECHICKBEATS Photo for this episode features a picture of Midge Purce celebrating with teammates Olivia Moultrie, Lynn Williams and Korbin Albert as taken by Raul Romero Jr as featured here. 

Episode Bonus : CONCACAF Gold Cup W 2024 Preliminaries and USWNT Media Day   Welcome to a bonus Episode  of Shea Butter FC, a podcast by, for and about Black women in soccer. In this episode, Skye and Sylvs are in the streets for the Gold Cup W with interviews during the USWNT Media Day and Preliminary Games of the tournament. Interviews include members of the Dominican Republic Women’s National Team (Brianne Reed, Gabriella Cuevas, and Nadia Colon), Guyana Women’s National Team (Chante Sandiford), Puerto Rico Women’s National Team (Danielle Marcano) and USWNT (Jaedyn Shaw and Crystal Dunn) . It’s a ride of an episode so make sure you vibe! As noted in the episode, we are partnering with Black Rosie Media to play select Shea Butter FC Throwback Episodes on their media platforms. This partnership is made possible through sponsorship by Bounceless Control Sports Bra  use PROMO CODE SBFC for 15% off your first purchase at bounceless.com.  More information on this partnership with Black Rose Media, and Bounceless Bras can be found here.  As always, like, rate and subscribe to the podcast on your favorite platform and Follow us on: Twitter - @sheabutterfc Instagram -sheabutterfc Join our SBFC Patreon - https://www.patreon.com/sheabutterfc Visit our website, get up to date on episodes and all things SBFC at our Linktree: https://linktr.ee/sheabutterfc SBFC Website:  www.sheabutterfc.com Make sure you support Maya and follow Kick Undefined on IG @ kicksundefined  Much love and appreciation to KC Nevijay for letting us use some of his beats and mixes within many of our episodes. His beat appears at the intro piece at the beginning of the episode. Peep his other work at YouTube Channel @ KC Nevijay Also much love and gratitude goes to D.O.P.E Chick Beats for allowing us to use some of her beats for several of our episodes. Her beats appear during SBFC Superlatives and at the end of the episode.  Follow her on ig :  alexandria_theaudiowiz and on twitter: DOPECHICKBEATS Photo features a collage of the winning goals celebrations of the Dominican Republic Women’s National Team and the Puerto Rican Women’s National Team as capture by Concacaf photographers, and a joyous  picture of Guyanese Goalkeeper Chante Sandiford captured by Sandra Sport Shots. Make sure you follow and support Sandra on IG @sandras_sports_shots  and on twitter @ Sandras_SportsS 

Episode 98:  To Be Young, Gifted and Black Bonus  Washington Spirit 2024 Preseason Media Day Interviews with Trinity Rodman, Croix Bethune, and Casey Kruger Welcome to episode 98  Bonus Episode of Shea Butter FC, a podcast by, for and about Black women in soccer. In this episode, Skye and Sylvs share mini interviews with Trinity Rodman, Croix Bethune and Casey Kruger from Washington Spirits's Media Day. As noted in the episode, we are partnering with Black Rosie Media to play select Shea Butter FC Throwback Episodes on their media platforms. This partnership is made possible through sponsorship by Bounceless Control Sports Bra use PROMO CODE SBFC for 15% off your first purchase at bounceless.com. More information on this partnership with Black Rose Media, and Bounceless Bras can be found here. As always, like, rate and subscribe to the podcast on your favorite platform and Follow us on: Twitter - @sheabutterfc Instagram -sheabutterfc Join our SBFC Patreon - https://www.patreon.com/sheabutterfc Visit our website, get up to date on episodes and all things SBFC at our Linktree: https://linktr.ee/sheabutterfc SBFC Website:  www.sheabutterfc.com Photo featured includes pictures of the Washington Spirits Trinity Rodman, Croix Bethune and Casey Kruger as taken by Breanna Biorato of the Washington Spirit.