NBCSN to USA Network changes for Premier League
In the NEW episode, number 252, Christopher Harris is joined by co-host Kartik Krishnaiyer to discuss several topics: • We discuss what differences there are with Premier League games on the USA Network. • Who the...
1hr 9m Jan 06, 2022
1hr 9m
309: NBCSN to USA Network Changes For Premier League
We discuss what differences there are with Premier League games on the USA Network. Who the big winner is with the Pepi and Dike transfers to Europe. We share what happened to Sky Sports News. We look ahead to the latest news about the next MLS TV deal. And we share our recommendations of what to watch this weekend. Our GDPR privacy policy was updated on August 8, 2022. Visit https://acast.co...
1hr 9m Jan 06, 2022
1hr 9m
Coaching philosophies discussion with Keith Costigan
In the NEW episode, number 251, Kyle Fansler chats with Keith Costigan and Kartik Krishnaiyer about how and why some managers thrive with different philosophies through their coaching. Costigan, who works with FOX Sports and...
25m Jan 03, 2022
25m
308: Soccer Coaching Philosophies Discussion with Keith Costigan & Kartik Krishnaiyer
Kyle Fansler chats with Keith Costigan and Kartik Krishnaiyer about how and why some managers thrive with different philosophies through their coaching. Costigan, who works with FOX Sports and the Seattle Sounders, has a UEFA A coaching license, requiring significant research and learning into the world of coaching. He, along with Krishnaiyer, break down how the likes of Pep Guardiola and Jurg...
26m Jan 03, 2022
26m
Soccer Knowledge Quiz 2021
In the NEW episode, number 250, Christopher Harris is joined by Kyle Fansler and Kartik Krishnaiyer in a special year-end episode that features the 2021 soccer knowledge quiz. Test your soccer knowledge by answering the...
25m Dec 30, 2021
25m
307: Soccer Knowledge Quiz 2021
Listen to our latest episode to play our soccer knowledge quiz. And celebrate the end of 2021 and the start of 2022 with us. We also talk about what the holidays would be like if there was no soccer on TV. On behalf of the entire staff at World Soccer Talk, we'd like to wish you Happy Holidays and a prosperous New Year. Thanks for listening. Our GDPR privacy policy was updated on August 8, 20...
25m Dec 30, 2021
25m
FIFA, UEFA & CONMEBOL battle over biennial World Cup
In the NEW episode, number 249, Kyle Fansler is joined by Simon Evans (Reuters) and Kartik Krishnaiyer (World Soccer Talk) to discuss the developing story about FIFA pushing the biennial World Cup idea. They delve...
19m Dec 23, 2021
19m
306: The power struggle between FIFA, UEFA & CONMEBOL
On the latest episode, we discuss FIFA's biennial World Cup idea, whether Concacaf is in support of the biennial World Cup, how the idea helps or hurts Gianni Infantino politically, is MLS for or against the idea, and what US Soccer Federation's stance is on the biennial World Cup. Our GDPR privacy policy was updated on August 8, 2022. Visit https://acast.com/privacy for more information.
20m Dec 22, 2021
20m
ESPN is overhyping LaLiga this season
In the NEW episode, number 248, Christopher Harris is joined by co-host Kartik Krishnaiyer to discuss several topics: • The crystal ball reveals who is getting MLS rights, • A new soccer documentary hits the airwaves...
56m Dec 16, 2021
56m
305: Broadcasters don‘t need to hype leagues that do its talking on the pitch
We discuss the crystal ball revealing who is getting MLS rights, a new soccer documentary hits the airwaves about one of Europe’s top institutions, Spectrum TV throws English soccer fans a bone, why MLS is not in a New York state of mind, what USA Network's Premier League coverage will look like, broadcasters don't need to hype leagues that do its talking on the pitch, and we answer your questi...
56m Dec 16, 2021
56m
Parity in MLS: Are playoffs the best way to crown a champion?
In the NEW episode, number 247, Kyle Fansler is joined by Kartik Krishnaiyer and Dave Denholm. Major League Soccer is different from many soccer leagues. Rather than crowning a champion based on the club’s results...
19m Dec 13, 2021
19m
304: Parity in MLS: Are playoffs the best way to crown a champion?
Major League Soccer is different from many soccer leagues. Rather than crowning a champion based on the club's results throughout the 34-game season, the league takes a more American approach. LAFC's Dave Denholm and World Soccer Talk's Kartik Krishnaiyer talk about parity in soccer and how the U.S.'s top league could be improved in the future. Our GDPR privacy policy was updated on August 8,...
20m Dec 13, 2021
20m
US soccer calendar needs to change: World Soccer Talk Podcast
In the NEW episode, number 246, Christopher Harris is joined by co-host Kartik Krishnaiyer to several stories: • Why the US Soccer calendar needs to change, • MLS drops more details about their next TV deal,...
1hr 14m Dec 09, 2021
1hr 14m
303: US soccer calendar needs to change
We discuss why the US Soccer calendar needs to change. MLS drops more details about their next TV deal. Der Klassiker, Champions League and Philly-NYCFC suffer from technical problems. And we share our recommendations of what to watch this weekend. Plus, who has the best marketing machine between ABC/ESPN, NBC and CBS? And we discuss the success of F1 on ESPN and what ideas that may create for ...
1hr 14m Dec 09, 2021
1hr 14m
MLS banks on Liga MX to boost next TV deal
In the NEW episode, number 245, Christopher Harris is joined by co-host Kartik Krishnaiyer to several stories: • MLS gets a record TV rating for a game on Thanksgiving Day, • Can the Leagues Cup save MLS’...
48m Dec 03, 2021
48m
302: MLS banks on Liga MX to boost next TV deal
MLS gets a record TV rating for a game on Thanksgiving Day., meanwhile, can the Leagues Cup save MLS’ next TV deal? We have the latest news about the A-League rights in the U.S. And we share our recommended matches to watch this weekend. Our GDPR privacy policy was updated on August 8, 2022. Visit https://acast.com/privacy for more information.
48m Dec 03, 2021
48m
Real soccer coverage for real fans: World Soccer Talk Podcast
In the NEW episode, number 244, Christopher Harris is joined by co-host Kartik Krishnaiyer to several stories: • Now that the Premier League TV deal has been wrapped up, we discuss the latest news about the...
1hr 15m Nov 24, 2021
1hr 15m
301: Real soccer coverage for real fans
We discuss the latest news about the next MLS TV rights deal, we talk NWSL and whether the Championship Final is an indication of the level the league is at, where NBC Sports goes from here with the Premier League coverage, has CBS Sports' soccer coverage lost their audience in order to chase social media likes and media attention, our recommended games to watch this weekend, is it time for FOX...
1hr 16m Nov 24, 2021
1hr 16m
NBC agrees $2.7 billion deal to renew Premier League rights
In the NEW episode, number 243, Christopher Harris is joined by co-host Kartik Krishnaiyer to cover the major story: • NBCUniversal signs a $2.7 billion deal to renew the rights for the Premier League. We cover...
53m Nov 18, 2021
53m
300: NBC Renews Premier League in $2.7 Billion Deal
We discuss NBC renewing the Premier League rights deal in the U.S., and what it means for soccer fans and MLS. A new podcast series is coming to Spotify about the last days of Diego Maradona. Amazon Prime does one better with a new Maradona series featuring an unlikely cameo. We analyze CBS’s coverage of the World Cup Qualifiers. Telemundo shares initial plans for their World Cup coverage. And ...
53m Nov 18, 2021
53m
End of an Era for ESPN & NBCSN: World Soccer Talk Podcast
In the NEW episode, number 242, Christopher Harris is joined by co-hosts Kartik Krishnaiyer and Kyle Fansler to cover a range of topics including: • We discuss the end of an era for both ESPN and...
1hr 4m Nov 04, 2021
1hr 4m
299: End of an Era for ESPN & NBCSN
It’s the end of an era for both ESPN and NBCSN when it comes to soccer coverage. More details on FOX’s shocking acquisition of European Championship rights. A popular soccer presenter calls it a day. You the listeners share your opinions about national TV ratings for MLS. Plus anticipation is building for the big announcement from the Premier League. Our GDPR privacy policy was updated on Aug...
1hr 4m Nov 04, 2021
1hr 4m
Live From Camp Nou and LA Coliseum Parking Lots
In the NEW episode, number 241, Christopher Harris is joined by co-hosts Kartik Krishnaiyer and Kyle Fansler to cover a range of topics including: • We dive into what we thought of ESPN’s coverage of El...
1hr 27m Oct 28, 2021
1hr 27m
298: Live From Camp Nou and LA Coliseum Parking Lots
We dive into what we thought of ESPN’s coverage of El Clásico. How the new rule of five substitutes is or isn’t a good idea. Fubo agrees a deal to bring more European soccer to streamers. Why we now have more soccer leagues available to you free of charge than ever before. What MLS broadcasts are missing to make them better. And you, the listeners, give us your feedback on whether the Premier L...
1hr 27m Oct 28, 2021
1hr 27m
Premier League Eyes $3 Billion Rights Deal In U.S.
In the NEW episode, number 240, Christopher Harris is joined by co-hosts Kartik Krishnaiyer and Kyle Fansler to cover a range of topics including: • More details emerge about the Premier League TV rights deal in...
1hr 22m Oct 21, 2021
1hr 22m
297: Premier League Eyes $3 Billion Rights Deal In U.S.
More details emerge about the Premier League TV rights deal in the US. We reveal the 20 most popular soccer teams in the United States. Should UEFA and CONMEBOL nations leave FIFA? Elsewhere, we reveal what % of American soccer fans prefer British commentators. We look ahead to this weekend’s games. We also discuss FOX getting the rights to two major competitions. Plus we have plenty of time fo...
1hr 22m Oct 21, 2021
1hr 22m
International Break Is Over; Give Newcastle A Chance: World Soccer Talk Podcast
In the NEW episode, number 239, Christopher Harris is joined by co-host Kartik Krishnaiyer to cover a range of topics including: • The rollercoaster ride of supporting the USMNT • ESPN versus CBS’s coverage of the US...
1hr 18m Oct 14, 2021
1hr 18m
296: International Break Is Over; Give Newcastle A Chance
We discuss USA’s performances during the October international break, ESPN versus CBS’s coverage of the US Men’s Team, our thoughts on the Newcastle United takeover, how DAZN’s coverage of the UEFA Womens Champions League is going so far, and how much we're looking forward to the international break being over. Our GDPR privacy policy was updated on August 8, 2022. Visit https://acast.com/pri...
1hr 18m Oct 14, 2021
1hr 18m
Stefan Szymanski on Premier League TV deal, fan ownership, closed leagues and salary caps
In the NEW episode, number 238, host Kartik Krishnaiyer speaks with economist Dr. Stefan Szymanski (Soccernomics co-author) to discuss several major topics relating to the economics of world soccer, including: • Why the Premier League is...
34m Oct 06, 2021
34m
295: Stefan Szymanski on Premier League TV deal, fan ownership, closed leagues and salary caps
Soccernomics co-author Dr. Stefan Szymanski discusses why the Premier League is on the precipice of making more money from TV rights than ever before, how the next Premier League TV deal in the U.S. is up in the air, the impact of government authorities in the UK on TV rights, Brexit’s longterm impact on the Premier League and English Championship, luxury taxes in European soccer and whether th...
34m Oct 06, 2021
34m
Premier League faces toughest US TV rights decision ever: World Soccer Talk Podcast
In the NEW episode, number 237, host Christopher Harris is joined by co-hosts Kartik Krishnaiyer and Kyle Fansler to cover a range of topics including: • Why the English Premier League faces its toughest decision ever...
1hr 24m Sep 30, 2021
1hr 24m
294: Premier League faces toughest US TV rights decision ever
We discuss why the English Premier League faces its toughest decision ever when it comes to awarding the next US TV rights deal, NBC squares off against YouTube TV and makes Peacock demands, what does it say about CBS Sports' soccer coverage when they make a hire such as Thierry Henry to accompany Jamie Carragher and Peter Schmeichel in the studio for their UEFA Champions League coverage, how a...
1hr 25m Sep 30, 2021
1hr 25m
The Cult Of Watching Soccer: World Soccer Talk Podcast
In the NEW episode, number 236, host Christopher Harris plus co-hosts Kartik Krishnaiyer and Kyle Fansler cover a range of topics including: • Our thoughts on the expanded Leagues Cup • NBC bounces back with stronger-than-ever Premier...
1hr 22m Sep 23, 2021
1hr 22m
293: The Cult Of Watching Soccer
We discuss the latest news about the Premier League TV rights, our thoughts on the expanded Leagues Cup, NBC bounces back with stronger-than-ever Premier League coverage, Serie B finds a home in the U.S., is a World Cup every 2 years a foregone conclusion, and much more. Our GDPR privacy policy was updated on August 8, 2022. Visit https://acast.com/privacy for more information.
1hr 22m Sep 23, 2021
1hr 22m
Premier League’s US TV Rights Deal: The Domino Effect
In the NEW episode, number 235, hosts Christopher Harris and Kartik Krishnaiyer plus special guest Kyle Fansler cover a range of topics including: • Who will win the next Premier League rights deal in the U.S.,...
1hr 27m Sep 16, 2021
1hr 27m
292: New Premier League U.S. TV Rights Deal - The Domino Effect
We discuss who will win the next Premier League rights deal in the U.S., the risks and rewards of streaming, latest news about the MLS TV rights deal, what the newest streaming rights changes will mean for you, Peacock and ESPN+'s headaches, English domination in Europe, our matches to watch this weekend, and much more. Our GDPR privacy policy was updated on August 8, 2022. Visit https://acas...
1hr 28m Sep 16, 2021
1hr 28m
Stark Differences Between FOX & CBS World Cup Qualifying Coverage: World Soccer Talk Podcast
In the NEW episode, number 234, Christopher Harris, Kartik Krishnaiyer and guest co-host Kyle Fansler cover a range of topics including: • How much progress is the US team making, • News about beIN SPORTS being added...
57m Sep 09, 2021
57m
291: Stark Differences Between FOX & CBS World Cup Qualifying Coverage
In this episode, we discuss how much progress is the US team making, news about beIN SPORTS being added to a streaming service, the stark differences between CBS’s and FOX’s World Cup Qualifying coverage, FIFA’s plans for a World Cup every 2 years, and could Paramount+ and Peacock consider a joint bid for Premier League? Plus Listener Mailbag and a whole lot more. Our GDPR privacy policy was ...
58m Sep 09, 2021
58m
The Boys Are Back In Town: World Soccer Talk Podcast
In the NEW episode, number 233, Christopher Harris, Kartik Krishnaiyer and guest co-host Kyle Fansler cover a range of topics including: • Our thoughts on El Salvador vs. USA • Was this the best transfer window ever?...
1hr 11m Sep 03, 2021
1hr 11m
290: The Boys Are Back In Town
In this episode, we discuss our thoughts on El Salvador vs. USA, was this the best transfer window ever? We discuss CR7 turns the transfer window upside down, why MLS All-Star Game ratings are a tale of two cities, Africa’s World Cup qualifiers find a home in the U.S., and much more news. Our GDPR privacy policy was updated on August 8, 2022. Visit https://acast.com/privacy for more information.
1hr 11m Sep 03, 2021
1hr 11m
FOX adds soccer to Tubi, first impressions of Serie A on CBS and how LaLiga is a slow burn
In the NEW episode, number 232, Christopher Harris and guest co-host Chris Wittyngham cover a range of topics including: • FOX announces launch of sports streaming service • The slow burn of La Liga on ESPN+ • Our...
1hr 14m Aug 25, 2021
1hr 14m
289: FOX adds soccer to Tubi + first impressions of CBS' Serie A coverage
In this episode, FOX announces launch of sports streaming service, the slow burn of La Liga on ESPN+, our thoughts about CBS’s coverage of Serie A after week 1, what it’s like commentating alongside Ray Hudson, MLS TV ratings get a boost and much more plus our listener mailbag section. Our GDPR privacy policy was updated on August 8, 2022. Visit https://acast.com/privacy for more information.
1hr 14m Aug 25, 2021
1hr 14m
NBC’s EPL coverage faces fierce competition from ESPN+: World Soccer Talk Podcast
In the NEW episode, number 231, Christopher Harris and co-host Kartik Krishnaiyer cover a range of topics including: • NBC’s EPL coverage faces fierce competition from ESPN+ • CBS announces more details about their Serie A coverage...
1hr Aug 20, 2021
1hr
288: NBC's EPL coverage faces fierce competition from ESPN+
In this episode, we discuss NBC's EPL coverage faces fierce competition from ESPN+, CBS announces more details about their Serie A coverage, our thoughts on ESPN’s first week of LaLiga coverage, which league gets off to a big start with TV ratings, how our soccer-viewing habits are changing, our thoughts on whether ESPN will try to renew MLS rights or not, and much more in a packed episode with...
1hr 1m Aug 20, 2021
1hr 1m
European Leagues TV Coverage – 2021/22 Preview: World Soccer Talk Podcast
In the NEW episode, number 230, Christopher Harris and co-host Kartik Krishnaiyer cover a range of topics including: • Dealing with the shockwave of Messi to PSG and what it means for ESPN and beIN SPORTS...
1hr 7m Aug 13, 2021
1hr 7m
287: European Leagues TV Coverage - 2021/22 Preview
In this episode, we discuss what Messi to PSG means for ESPN and beIN SPORTS, we give you all of the news about the exciting return of the European leagues, latest news about CBS and ESPN’s big plans for Serie A & LaLiga, why the pendulum of transfer signings has swung to the Premier League as well as TV coverage plans from NBC/Premier League as well as ESPN/Bundesliga, and more. Our GDPR pri...
1hr 7m Aug 13, 2021
1hr 7m
Messi turns fútbol world upside down: World Soccer Talk Podcast
In the NEW episode, number 229, Christopher Harris and guest co-host Kay Murray from ESPN cover a range of topics including: • What the Messi transfer saga means for the soccer TV networks • Big changes at...
1hr 7m Aug 06, 2021
1hr 7m
286: Messi turns fútbol world upside down
In this episode, we discuss what the Messi transfer saga means for the soccer TV networks, big changes at beIN SPORTS as lead analyst Ray Hudson leaves, ESPN announces star analysts for LaLiga coverage, we reveal who one of the hosts will be for ESPN's LaLiga coverage, and what's happening with the rights to the Dutch Eredivisie league. Plus all of your questions and comments in our Listener Ma...
1hr 7m Aug 06, 2021
1hr 7m
Can ESPN grow LaLiga in the United States? World Soccer Talk Podcast
In the NEW episode, number 228, Christopher Harris and co-host Kartik Krishnaiyer cover a range of topics including: • ESPN tasked with growing LaLiga in United States – can they do it? With the broadcaster having...
1hr 18m Jul 29, 2021
1hr 18m
285: Can ESPN grow LaLiga in the United States?
In this episode, we discuss ESPN tasked with growing LaLiga in United States - can they do it?, why ESPN’s focus on LaLiga will open up opportunities for CBS to acquire more rights, Scottish Premiership rights are on the move again, our experiences watching the Olympics and the Gold Cup, as well as your feedback in the Listener Mailbag section. Vamos! Our GDPR privacy policy was updated on Au...
1hr 18m Jul 29, 2021
1hr 18m