From Ghana to MLS with Dr. Robbie Russell [Part 1] | Episode 21 of the Heavy Lifts Podcast

In Part 1 of this two-part episode, Nat Borchers sits down with his former teammate and close friend Robbie Russell, a man whose story spans continents, conflict zones, and championship locker rooms.Born in Ghana. Raised across Africa, the U.S., and Sri Lanka during civil unrest. A global childhood shaped his identity long before he ever touched a professional soccer pitch.Robbie opens up about: ▸ Fleeing political coups▸ Growing up between cultures▸ Being the “new kid” in every country▸ How the immigrant mindset shaped his pro career▸ The pressure of being a foreign player▸ How he integrated international teammates▸ Why the RSL move “felt like destiny.”Next week in Part 2: MLS Cup 2009, the PK heard around the league, retirement, burnout, and becoming Dr. Robbie Russell.New episodes every Friday at 9:00am on YouTube & Spotify.Connect with us!Nat: @natborchers on Instagram▸ @backlinerealestate on Instagram▸ www.backlinerealestate.com