Second XI on BTRtoday wraps up today with the latest women's soccer news, and reflections on  2019.   Media Recommendation: U.S. Soccer lobbyists' arguments against USWNT don't tell the whole story 00:00 - Second XI 00:12 - Finale 28:54 - Media Recommendation 31:17 - Finish

Second XI

Episode 26 // Finale

On this second to last episode of Second XI, Krystine and Maia discuss some breaking  news, and review the first game of the USWNT victory tour! Media Recommendation Viva Chicago: How Mexico’s new wave is navigating the NWSL 00:00 - Episode 25 28:08 - Media Recommendation 29:06 - Outro 29:45 - Finish

Ep 25

On today's episode, Krystine and Maia discuss the latest WoSo news, including US Soccer's open letter in response to calls for equal pay.   Media Recommendation: https://statsbomb.com/2019/07/why-words-matter-an-incomplete-guide-to-accurately-describing-the-footballers-in-front-of-your-nose/ 00:00 - Ep 24 00:10 - Intro 02:07 - News 34:15 - Media Recommendation 36:18 - Finish

Ep 24

On this week's episode, Krystine and Maia discuss the latest woso news, reflect on their World Cup experience, and hand out awards. Media Recommendation https://equalizersoccer.com/2019/07/19/argentina-womens-players-demanding-change-cut-pan-american-games-estefania-banini/   00:00 - Episode 23 00:10 - Introduction 25:46 - WC Awards 44:24 - Media Recommendation 45:53 - Finish

Episode 23

Join Maia & Krystine as they attend the FIFA Women's World Cup final in Lyon, France. Media Recommendation & Resources http://www.unusualefforts.com/dont-take-the-red-lipstick-off/ https://www.telegraph.co.uk/world-cup/2019/07/13/revealed-next-frontier-sports-science-usas-secret-weapon-womens/ https://equalizersoccer.com/2019/07/10/france-womens-world-cup-logistics-problem-travel-transport/   00:00 - Ep 22 // World Cup Final 00:10 - Introduction 24:22 - Final 35:22 - Thoughts & Media Recommendation 37:58 - Finish

Ep 22 // World Cup Final

This week, travel with Maia and Krystine through Lyon, France for the Women's World Cup Semi-finals! Media Recommendations & Resources: https://www.afdpglobal.com/fearless-football/ https://youtu.be/e5QCquwTgBk https://www.dazeddigital.com/life-culture/gallery/27735/1/dyke-soccer   00:00 - Ep 21 // Lyon 12:29 - Lyon 35:00 - Outro 35:14 - Media Recommendation

Ep 21 // Lyon

On today's episode, travel with Krystine and Maia through Amsterdam, Netherlands as they experience the Women's World Cup! Media Recommendation https://www.theguardian.com/football/2019/jun/24/cameroon-england-women-world-cup-2019-context-meltdown     00:00 - Ep 20 // Amsterdam 06:57 - Amsterdam 29:22 - Media Recommendation 31:27 - Finish

Ep 20 // Amsterdam

Travel with Maia and Krystine through Barcelona, Spain, as they cover the FIFA Women's World Cup. They also discuss fandom with Bea Redondo. Media Recommendation "This Women's World Cup is a win for collective bargaining" (Lindsay Gibbs, Think Progress) 00:00 - Ep 19 // Barcelona 06:12 - Barcelona 29:13 - Media Recommendation 30:45 - Finish

Ep 19 // Barcelona

On today's episode, Krystine and Maia experience the Women's World Cup while traveling through Berlin, Germany, then return to Paris to catch USA vs CHI, live from Parc de Princes.   00:00 - Ep 18 // Berlin 13:10 - Berlin 38:27 - Outro 39:00 - Media Recommendation 40:58 - Finish

Ep 18 // Berlin

On today's show, Krystine and Maia report on the first few days of the FIFA Women's World Cup from Paris and Berlin! First game of World Cup at Point Ephemere, Paris (June 7, 2019) Point Ephemere, Paris (June 7, 2019) FIFA Fan Zone, Jardin Nelson Mandela, Paris (June 8, 2019) FIFA Fan Zone, Jardin Nelson Mandela, Paris (June 8, 2019) 00:00 - Ep 17 // Let The Games Begin 02:22 - Opening days in Paris 19:25 - Interlude - Berlin 022:00 - First Day in Berlin 26:16 - Media Recommendation 27:00 - Outro 27:38 - Finish

Ep 17 // Let The Games Begin

It's World Cup Eve! In our last episode before the games begin, we discuss recent friendlies & our updated predictions. The second part of today's show features a discussion with three high school students and soccer players from Marymount International School in Barranquilla, Colombia. Media Recommendation WC Fantasy Football 00:00 - Ep 16 02:00 - Friendly Results 25:33 - Interview - Students at Marymount International School 39:29 - Media Recommendation 41:34 - Finish

Ep 16

In today's episode, we wrap up our previews of the FIFA Women's World Cup group stages, ending with Group D - Scotland, England, Japan, and Argentina. The second half of our show features an in-depth discussion of futbol in Argentina with professor, podcaster, and author Brenda Elsey.   Media Recommendation: Futbolera: A History of Women and Sports in Latin America Burn It All Down 00:00 - Ep 15 // Group D 02:02 - Scotland 09:46 - England 18:19 - Japan 31:00 - Argentina discussion with Brenda Elsey 66:20 - Media Recommendation 69:23 - Finish

Ep 15 // Group D

On today's show, Krystine & Maia discuss FIFA Women's World Cup Group C - Australia, Brazil, Jamaica, and Italy, and chat with Italian sports lawyer Sara Messina. Media Recommendations: The Players' Tribune Unlocking The Hidden History     00:00 - Group C 01:01 - Australia 06:23 - Brazil 14:05 - Jamaica 21:34 - Italy: Sara Messina 42:40 - Media Recommendation 44:47 - Finish

Ep 14 // Group C

On today’s show, Krystine and Maia discuss FIFA Women’s World Cup Group A - South Korea, France, and Norway, then go into depth on Nigeria with special guest, journalist Chibuogwu Nnadiegbulam.   Media Recommendation - Crystal Dunn on SI.com (by Laken Litman) 00:00 - Ep 13 // Group A 01:35 - South Korea 05:20 - France 12:53 - Norway 17:50 - Interview - Chibuogwu 57:05 - Media Recommendation 58:03 - Finish

Ep 13 // Group A

In this week's episode, Krystine and Maia chat with Barcelona based journalist Bea Redondo, and preview the teams of 2019 Women's World Cup Group B - Spain, China PR, Germany, and South Africa. Bea Redondo: Twitter Article - "Spanish Federation and La Liga's fight for dominance puts future of women’s football in Spain at risk" (The Telegraph) Media Recommendation: Duke University's Soccer Politics  00:00 - Second XI // Ep 12 - Group B 01:53 - Group B 20:20 - Interview with Bea Redondo 47:35 - Media Recommendation 48:43 - Outro 49:22 - Finish

Ep 12 // Group B

2019… It’s a Women’s World Cup year! Join Maia and Krystine as they take a deep dive into women’s international soccer in the lead up to France. Listen in as they discuss fan culture, soccer history, and a general love of the women’s game.