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Diaspora United
by Diaspora United
A podcast that centers Black women in the global game.
Episodes
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Concacaf Dub + USWNT Squad Chat (w/ Sylvs, Shea Butter FC)
AYYYYY WE BACKITY BACK! André was joined by Sylvs of Shea Butter FC to dive into some recent woso topics. We cover the Concacaf W Championship, and Club América (and Pachuca) teaching everyone a valuable lesson. We relive Club América's absurd week, and discuss the framing of players like Geyse &...
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Sylvs luh the kids (w/ Sylvs, from Shea Butter FC)
Sylvs joined André for a discussion about U.S. Soccer, Emma Hayes, and the players missing an opportunity to use the platform previous generations fought for and used. We get into the legacy of prior generations' use of the platform, who silence hurts, and how the next generation can find its...
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The WSL is not prepared for Alyssa Thompson
AYYYYYY AND WE BACK!! AND COURTNEY IS BACK!!! That's right, Alysa Thompson hopped from L.A. to the blue part of London and your local Chelsea supporters with a women's soccer podcast absolutely had to talk about it. We discuss the transfer from not really believing the rumors, to shit getting…
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Copa Masterpiece Theater, NWSL Stuff, & World Athletics Being Dumb (Again) [w/ Reo Eveleth]
The plan was to have Reo, host, journalist and producer of Tested Podcast, on to just chat about some soccer. They're a massive women's soccer fan and the idea was to just yap about soccer instead of the deeply heavy stuff they usually get called on to discuss — and then World Athletics did...
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NWSL 2025 MidSzn Crossover, pt2 (w/ Skye, Sylvs, & Thom) - Courage, Gotham, Rahsing, Reign, Thorns
WE. ARE. SO. BACK! Not only are we back, but we're back with a mf'n vengeance! We have a mega episode for ya'll that is part two of a three-part series. We're crossing over with Shea Butter FC and The Current Moment to review every single NWSL team at the midway point of the season. In this…
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"You went full fish too fast" [W Champions Cup Chat] (w/ Amelia Lopez)
André welcomes Amelia Lopez to the pod to discuss the Concacaf W Champions Cup! We review the final round of the inaugural tournament, the vibes from Liga MX Femenil sides, plus Emily Sonnett's extremely Concacafy penalty draw. Then, we get into the tournament overall. What did they get right?…
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USWNT, UWCL Preview, and Feeling Unwell About Unwell FC
With Courtney still swamped André welcomed Tamerra Griffin back on the pod! We start by discussing the breaking news of Angel City signing Sveindis Jane Jónsdóttir, what it could mean for the next step of her career, ACFC's ambitions, and the NWSL continued quest to lure young European talents....
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Parity vs. Competition (w/ Meghann Burke)
In this episode André is delighted to be joined by Executive Director of the NWSLPA, Meghann Burke! You may have heard, the NWSL & NWSLPA agreed to yet another CBA (though the full text wasn't released until recently). This agreement builds on the previous agreement from 2022 to include revenue...
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Sonia Bompastor: Football Terrorist (w/ Sylvs, from Shea Butter FC)
With Courtney still working hard, André welcomes Sylvs (Shea Butter FC) to the pod! We start by reviewing the weekend's Women's Champions League (UWCL) matchups. We look at what went wrong for Arsenal, and discuss why Lyon's frontline is the best in the world. Then we begrudgingly discuss…
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NWSL Vibe Check: Nobody needs 'raise my rent' soccer
WE BACK! Well, kinda. Courtney is still swamped by broso so André brought in Skye from Shea Butter FC for an NWSL vibe check! Each team has only played three regular season games, but since we're already headed into an international break now is a good time to look at what we've seen from each...
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NWSL Season Preview...........sorta (w/ Kudzi Musarurwa)
Another NWSL season is upon us so, with Courtney deep in the trenches, André chatted all about it with friend of the pod, Kudzi! The team-by-team, player-by-player preview pods are out there, so we wanted to focus on bigger picture topics from the season. Will we continue to see a tactical style...
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SheBelieved but what was learned
Courtney & André recap a very interesting SheBelieves Cup in which several things were learned. We start by reviewing the final game, USWNT vs. Japan, before looking at the tournament overall. We discuss Japan not being done reloading, USWNT coach Emma Hayes missing crucial opportunities…
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Love and light to Bunny and Daniela (+ USWNT SBC chat)
CW/TW: Apologies for not noting this during the episode, but after USWNT chat we get into the racist and misogynistic abuse of Bunny Shaw, the dangers of the situation Sam Kerr and Kristie Mewis were in, and Mapi Leon's inappropriate touching of Daniela Caracas. This section begins at 46:01....
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PREPARE TO BE SICK OF US (w/ Shea Butter FC)
So, um, you may have heard that Naomi Girma has gone to Chelsea. You may also have heard that across Diaspora United and Shea Butter FC there are three separate Chelsea fans. SO OF COURSE WE SHOUTED ABOUT IT! We discuss how impactful it is that a Black woman, first generation American center back...
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WE BACK, and so is the USWNT (kinda)
Courtney & André are BACK! Shit is real bad out there but after acknowledging that, we aim to provide a tiny bit of relief by diving into a FIFTY player USWNT camp. Emma Hayes is changing things up and named senior and futures rosters for a January camp, so we review the players, the purpose of…
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Holiday Gifts & Lost Recipes
Courtney & André are here to spread holiday cheer — kinda lol. We start with a heartfelt review that's quite poignant for the times we, yet again, find ourselves in. Then we dive into some recent awards and review some NWSL news & notes. Then we find the holiday joy where we assume magical powers...
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The serious and the unserious (w/ Tamerra Griffin)
Courtney & André are joined by freelance journalist Tamerra Griffin to review the most unique NWSL season yet. From a new tv deal to Orlando Pride winning everything to African ballers tearing up the league, plus it being the longest NWSL season ever, there's a lot to discuss! We get into some of...
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They did it for Marta! (and f*ck TERFs)
Courtney & André react to THEE Orlando Pride's historic season that ended with them becoming the second ever club to win the Shield and Championship in the same season. We talk about seeing what they were building, doing it for Marta, the greatness of Barbra Banda, and Black coaches. Then we look...
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Courtney says 'Do it for Marta', André says 'Ok but hear me out'
Courtney & André relive the NWSL semifinals which provided two absolute bangers, then preview the championship match between Orlando Pride & Washington Spirit. We start by discussing Pride v. Current III, and where the Current might have gone wrong (again) against they season-long foes. Then,...
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NWSL Playoffs + Folks, We Got Her
Courtney & André are back! It's a bad and weird time, but we got each other, and always will. So after reinforcing that message, we dive into the NWSL playoffs and how dope they've been already. We recap a tense, extra spicy quarterfinal round, and why and how every team bar Orlando had to scrap…
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Bow down to Queen Nay, plus the NWSL is back
Courtney & André recap Naomi Girma's ballon d'breakout goalscoring game in which she scored a ballon d'brace. We discuss the finishes, the purest celebrations ever, and assess the performances several new, new'ish or returning USWNT players. We chat about Jaedyn Shaw's best position to Hal...
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21 you did something for me [USWNT recap]
The USWNT are BACK and so are Courtney & André! We discuss the back-to-back 3-1 wins versus Iceland (or New Zealand, if you're espnW). Then we look ahead to the third match of this window against Argentina, and who we want to see on the pitch. We discuss Alyssa Thompson's PhD dissertation from…
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The Good and Bad of the NWSL (+ give Jonas a lifetime contract)
WE BACK! It's been a minute but Courtney & André are back in your earholes (ew). We start by reacting to the outrageously silly Bos Nation FC, before getting into Angel City FC's sanctions, and their response. We also discuss the lawsuit against the San Diego Wave, and the important reporting…
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Alex & Sinead, Zoom, NWSL GMs, Zoom, Playoff Chase, Zoom, Baby Hippo Hipster, Zoom Zoom Zoom
Courtney & André are back and have LOTS to discuss. First we get into the retirements of Alex Morgan & Sinead Farrelly, and the impact both had on and off the pitch. Then we chat about the NWSL GMs survey and spotlight some weird takes and some surprising takes. We also discuss the piece linked…
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“This league is full of a whole bunch of warriors” (w/ Simone Charley & Meghann Burke)
Courtney & André get to chat about the new NWSL CBA with two people who helped make it happen, Simone Charley (Vice President, NWSLPA) & Meghann Burke (Executive Director, NWSLPA)! We talk about what it's like to negotiate with NWSL owners, getting on the same page as players, the big brains…
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A weighted blanket of chaos [CBA + NWSL is BACK]
Courtney & André love when labor wins so after discussing public transportation and Courtney's questionable Citi Bike habits, we talk about the NWSLPA unveiling a brand new CBA. We review the main topics, give a shoutout to all involved, and discuss why and how we think it will make the league...
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It's Spicy Season Y'all [NWSL Restart Preview]
Courtney & André get you ready for the restart of the NWSL season. There are just ten matchdays to go and everyone on the table has a reason to scrap til the last minute of their season. We review the league table and fights for position to come, good and bad summer moves, trading rookies, which...
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"Sports are binary, human bodies are not." (w/ Rose Eveleth)
Courtney & André chat with the host of Tested, Rose Eveleth. Tested is a six-episode podcast series that digs into the history, and unfortunate present, of sex testing in women's sports. It also chronicles athletes subjected to these tests and how it impacts their lives and careers. Rose…
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(More) Suffering, Gold Medaling, and Honoring Black USWNT OGs
Courtney & André review the USWNT's 1-0 win over Brazil to secure the gold medal in Emma Hayes's first international tournament! We discuss an intense first half, and why Hayes might have gotten away with a few iffy calls. We also laud Brazil, who were an offside flag, a penalty non-call and an...
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VAMOS VAMOS VAMOS YEAH [Olympic QF + SF Review]
Courtney & André react to a wild quarterfinal round in the Olympic, and a semifinal round full of suffering and surprises. André is big mad at Japan's approach while Courtney flames France as Croissant Norway, then we cackle about Spain getting back-to-back doses of CONMEBOL. We discuss "real...
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World Cup Concentrate Group Stage + Oh (no) Canada
Courtney & André review a whirlwind slew of games in the group stage of the Olympic tournament. It was chaotic, spicy, delightful, delicious, heartbreaking, annoying, and full of bangers—so we talk about it all! Then we shift into Heated & Hyped, where Courtney has some words for NABJ, André is…
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NWSL x Liga MX Femenil Summer-to-Fall Cup Preview (w/ Amelia, from Our Futbol)
The NWSL x Liga MX Femenil Summer Cup is upon us and oh would ya look at that our friends at Our Futbol Pod just announced their new platforms and celebrated 150 episodes! So Courtney & André invited one of the cohosts, Amelia Lopez, onto the pod to give us everything we need to know about the…
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Be the children of Rihanna born in the fires of chaos [USWNT Match Reviews]
Courtney & André are back to review the USWNT's two matches before flying off to Paris. Courtney saw concerning things in the match against Mexico, and André saw concerning things in the match against Costa Rica. We discuss the trends that have us #shooketh, and what can be done about them. It's...
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Watch the Throne, track 3 [pt. 2, SBFC Crossover]
Courtney & André are joined by Sylvs (a.k.a. Shea) of Shea Butter FC for a mini crossover to preview the Olympics! Part 1 on She Butter FC's feed is our breakdown of the USWNT's roster, so we start off by analyzing Brazil, Canada, Japan and Australia's squads. Then we preview each group by asking...
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NWSL MIDSEASON VIBE CHECK
We hit the midpoint of the NWSL season so Courtney & André decided it was time for a vibe check! First, though, we previewed the NWSL Summer Cup cause we're both kinda hype about it. We predict winners, and why it's an important competition for the two leagues to continue playing one another.…
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Shithousing, the Summer of Soccer, and CP23 IS BACK (in training)
Courtney & André review key moments over the NWSL weekend, including Soph Smith entering NWSL shithousing lore, Liz Ball hitting an DIME, Syd Leroux's ancestral assist, and Christen Press joining team training after 730 days. Then we shift our focus to international football to talk about…
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OLYMPIC BUBBLE TALK (w/ Shea Butter FC)
With Sister Emma's first callup, training camp and matches before she must name her USWNT Olympic squad, we decided we needed another crossover! In this episode we look at each position group and discuss who's on the bubble, who might've played their way into contention, and who might've played...
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Sister Emma’s first dub [USWNT 4-0 South Korea reaction]
Moments after Sister Emma picked up her first dub in her first official game, Courtney & André hopped on the mics. We talk about the starting XI, Mallory Swanson being great, base formations versus in- and out-of-possession formations, why the two styles of goals were notable, plus our wants for...
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Sister Emma is finally here (w/ Butter, from Shea Butter FC)
Fresh off hoisting her fifth consecutive WSL title and 16th Chelsea trophy overall, the Sister Emma USWNT era has now officially begun with a roster drop ahead of two June friendlies versus South Korea. Courtney & André hop on the mics with 1/2 of Shea Butter FC, Skye, to discuss the drop. We get...
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Orlando Thee Pride, Brazil’s WWC bid, and Courtney tells a joke
It's been a minute so Courtney & André power through loads of woso news. We start with a sad addition to the sick & shut-in list, then talk about the Women's Club World Cup, Brazil's 2027 World Cup bid, and FIFA threatening to suspend Zambia. Then we move to the NWSL to spotlight Orlando de...
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Uncle Drogba warned us about this (plus NWSL updates)
Courtney & André review the shambolic shenanigans at Stamford Bridge. Courtney was in London to see the heist in person, and gives her eyewitness account. We talk about how frustrating it was that a ref ruined the most intriguing 150 minutes of football all season. Then we update the NWSL weekend...
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20 goals for 4/20, Banda make her dance, & the DU Derby
The woso was woso'ing, the league was league'ing, and the UWCL was UWCLing, and Courtney & André review it all. We start with a quick Euro trip to discuss a historic day in the UWCL, then we talk about Bunny Shaw's foot injury and what might be next for Gareth Taylor, and Bunneh (😈). Then we hop...
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WE heard something y'all [NWSL, WSL and Brazil]
Courtney & André get straight into the news of María Sánchez requesting a trade, why she may want out of Houston, and a few places we think she'd cook. Then we look at the mess in Portland, Mike Norris' reassignment, and their reported global search for a coach. Then we get into the IG fallout…
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Mal Back, Comeback, Cat Back, & SheDoesntBelieve in Consequences
Courtney & André break down the USWNT's 2-1 comeback win over Japan. We discuss the opening goal, what led to it, and the funny reaction in the stadium. Then we talk about how important the USWNT rediscovering their high press was to neutralizing a very dangerous opponent. We also spotlight…
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Alarmed at what SheBelieves
Courtney & André discuss the hateful and harmful posts shared by Korbin Albert, the legacy of the USWNT, Megan Rapinoe's response, and what was missing from her apology. Then we shift to talk about our expectations from each team at SheBelieves. We look at some interesting roster decisions across...
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USWNT SERIOUS FOOTBALLING BUSINESS (+ NWSL Vibe Check)
The USWNT squad for the upcoming SheBelieves tournament dropped and it is some serious footballing business. Courtney & André talk about the return of Cat and Mal, and what it means that 16-year-old Lily Yohannes accepted her first USWNT senior callup. Then we do an NWSL Vibe Check to discuss…
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2024 NWSL Season Previews [WSH, LOU, HOU, KC, CHI, BAY, UTAH]
The NWSL season is gonna be in your heads soon so Courtney & André previewed each and every team. Across two episodes we'll give you each team's key losses and additions, vibes, and what we expect from them throughout the year. In this episode we cover Washington Spirit, Rahsing Louisville…
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2024 NWSL Season Previews [SD, POR, NC, SEA, ACFC, NJ/NY, ORL]
The NWSL season is gonna be in your heads soon so Courtney & André previewed each and every team. Across two episodes we'll give you each team's key losses and additions, vibes, and what we expect from them throughout the year. In this episode we cover San Diego Wavé, Portland Thorns, North...
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Everyone say thank you Casey Krueger [W Gold Cup Recap]
Courtney & André review the W Gold Cup Final between the USWNT and Brazil. On paper the match promised chaos, instead we got a scrappy, disjointed game that could've been better if either team made better decisions. We discuss the problem with the USWNT attack, and Brazil having their worst match...
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That was not vamos vamos vamos [W Gold Cup SF Recap + Barbra Banda]
Courtney & André ask how much Concacaf is too much Concacaf? But before that, they review Brazil's impressive and saucy 3-0 win over Mexico. They discuss the red card, the goals, and where Mexico went wrong even before the sending off. Then they talk about the extremely dangerous and unfun...
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