Episode 113: Mama Knows Best - A Legendary NWSL Rewind  and Recap ft Jessica McDonald, Andre 3000 Ft Tall  of Diaspora United & Eboni Navidad of Walkin90

Welcome to Episode 113  of Shea Butter FC, a podcast by, for and about Black women in soccer. In this episode, Skye and Sylvs  are joined by 3 time NWSL Champion, 1 time NWSL Final MVP , World Cup Champion, NWSL Ion broadcaster and Mama of 2 (soon to be 3) Women’s Soccer Legend Jessica McDonald, and  Andre’ “3000 ft” Carlisle of Diaspora United and Eboni “The Manager” Christmas of Walkin90 recap the 2024 NWSL regular season and preview the playoffs and so much more. They dive into Regular season highlights, team improvements for non playoff team, playoff possibilities for Playoff teams, reflect on NWSL Expansion and the CB including diving to the realities of motherhood while playing professionally. This episode is a  treat as they explore the power of diversity of Black players in soccer on the pitch and off the pitch in the media space, and Jessica’s impact in changing the game and inspiring the younger generation. You know it’s a ride so come vibe !!

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We’re bringing you weekly content from the team so you get to know us a bit better. Of course we’re going to bring you stats and match recaps and some lessons about the game. But, you’ll also get our unique stories and perspectives on the game and the culture and how they intersect.
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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:
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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 picture ofJessica McDonald going a header during TST Tournament in Cary, NC as she played for the NC Courage 7v 7  team as taken by Anèesa Myers . Follow her work on IG  @aomphotographs 

Welcome to Episode 112  of Shea Butter FC, a podcast by, for and about Black women in soccer. In this episode, Skye and Sylvs talk about the international window, the USWNT performances,  Ballon d'Or drama, and hot takes about the last matchday of the NWSL season. Lastly, we bring you our Hits and Riffs of the week! 

Make sure you subscribe and dive into On the 2 and the 4: A SheaButter FC Newsletter! ,our official newsletter for Shea Butter Football Club, bringing content to you in a new way, so you can continue to moisturize your skin and lay your edges.
We’re bringing you weekly content from the team so you get to know us a bit better. Of course we’re going to bring you stats and match recaps and some lessons about the game. But, you’ll also get our unique stories and perspectives on the game and the culture and how they intersect.
Check it out at https://sheabutterfc.beehiiv.com/subscribe 

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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 picture of Alyssa Thompson and Naomi Girma being celebrated after scoring goals during USWNT games in Austin and Louisville during the international window as captured by USWNT and NWSL.

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.