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The Current Moment Episode 8: The Superlative Episode ft Kathleen Gier  Welcome to Episode 8 of The Current Moment, where we keep you current on all things KC Current. In this episode, ThomBomb is joined by Kathleen Gier of The Equalizer, The Next and The IX. After the pair recap Current’s latest match against Gotham, they go into season superlatives for Shield winners. Categories include best attacker, midfielder, and defender as well as top result of the season and most impressive record broken this season. The pair then give some analysis for Current’s upcoming trip to Houston Dash. Be sure to follow Kathleen on BlueSky at @kgier.bsky.social to follow more of her work.

Welcome to Episode 121 of Shea Butter FC, a podcast by, for and about Black women in soccer.  In this very special Shea Butter episode, Sylvs interviews Brianna Pinto of the North Carolina Courage about the inaugural All State Next Wave 2025 National Showcase.  The Black Women’s Players Collective, of which Pinto is a board member, in collaboration with Blackstar are hosting the All State Next Wave 2025 National Showcase as a girl’s talent ID event that is solely focused on 20-30 high school aged Black girls. Black girls are a demographic who are a historic, double underrepresented group in the beautiful game. In this episode, Brianna walks us through what is being offered for these talented young players on and off the pitch during the showcase, and she discusses the barriers that exist for young Black players and the ways we can help eliminate them. Lastly,  Brianna is asked about her hits and riffs, which North Carolina barbecue is superior, and what’s her go to Cookout order. Tap in to learn more about this amazing event, and stay tuned to SBFC socials for more info and content around this fantastic showcase.  The All State Next Wave 2025 National Showcase takes place from November 22-25, 2025 on the campus of Prairie View A&M University, an HBCU.

Welcome to Episode 7 of The Current Moment, where we keep you current on all things KC Current. In this episode, ThomBomb is joined by Vince of Boots on The Ground podcast. They talk about Current’s match away to Racing Louisville, including the atmosphere at Lynn Family Stadium. They chat about surprises in the lineup, a TITANIC midfield battle between two great center defensive midfielders, the attack that changed the game and more. They then get into a great discussion about the culture of Racing Louisville being foul heavy and who Vince has affectionately nicknamed Deebo. 

The Current Moment Episode 6 ft. Sylvs and SkyE of Shea Butter FC, Shea Butter FC correspondent Mama Riss, and André Carlisle and Courtney Stith of Diaspora United.   Welcome to Episode 6 of The Current Moment, keeping you current on all things Kansas City Current. In this episode, Thombomb welcomes on Shea, Butter, Millett Willett’s mama, Rev. André Latavious Jerome Skyscraper Carlisle and Lady Liberty Stats coach Courtney Stith. We close with episode three of a three part crossover in collaboration with Shea Butter FC and Diaspora United to complete the mid season NWSL review of the top 4 teams in the table. In this episode, the gang talks about the highs and lows of the season for Washington Spirit, San Diego Wavé, Orlando Pride. They also dove into potential transfer window targets and how far the group thinks each team can go. Check out episode one of this crossover on Shea Butter FC podcast feed and episode two on the Diaspora United podcast feed. Be sure to follow Diaspora United BlueSky: https://bsky.app/profile/diasporautdpod.bsky.social Shea Butter FC BlueSky: https://bsky.app/profile/sheabutterfc.com Riss Willett: https://bsky.app/profile/risswillett.bsky.social

SBFC Episode 120: NWSL 2025 Mid Season Review Chop Up Pt1 ft Riss, ThomBomb of the The Current Moment & Coach Courtney Stith of Diaspora United Welcome to Episode 120 of Shea Butter FC, a podcast by, for and about Black women in soccer. We are back launching part one of a multi part cross over in collaboration with Diaspora United and The Current Moment to complete mid season review of the 2025 NWSL season so far.  In this episode, Skye and Sylvs are joined by SBFC street team and Rose Room Legend Mama Riss, The Current Moment’s ThomBomb and Coach Courtney Thee Stats to kick this cross over off and explore the highs and lows  The Utah Royals, The Chicago Stars, The Houston Dash, Angel City FC and the Bay FC. They also explore roster moves and provide solutions to help this cluster of teams to move up the table and avoid the wooden spoon. They also drop their Hits and Riffs and their own version of Black anthems in the closing of the episode. We back to grab your head phones and enjoy the ride! Make sure you follow Diaspora United at DiasporaUtdPod  Thombomb and his coverage of Kansas City Current at thombomb816.bsky.social  Mama Riss and her coverage of the Washington Spirit at  risswillett.bsky.social  Be on the look out for CrossOver Part 2 on Diaspora United And CrossOver Pt3 on The Current Moment  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  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

Welcome to Episode 5 of The Current Moment, keeping you current on all things Kansas City Current. In this episode, Thombomb welcomes in Treb Tracy of Angels on Parade. The two dive into Current’s next opponent in Angel City, breaking down their recent form against mid and lower table teams. Then they pivot to the importance of Savy King (we still hope you are getting better!) on the pitch and what that means against the Current attack. The two spend a healthy amount of time talking about Angel City’s new coach, Alex Strauss, and how he plans to attack KC Current. They close the episode talking about expectations for both squads in Friday’s upcoming match. Be sure to tap in with Treb on BlueSky https://bsky.app/profile/trebtracy.bsky.social Also check at his site: https://angelsonparade.com/ 

Welcome to Episode 4 of The Current Moment, keeping you current on all things Kansas City Current. In this episode, Thombomb welcomes in Lesley Ryder, our pal who is a gal of Gal Pal Sports and The Equalizer. The pair talk about Current’s set piece defending, then lead into Stars’ frustrating line up choices. They close out the match talking about Alyssa Naeher and Temwa Chawinga leaving the match with injury and by giving a shout out to KC Blue Crew and the traveling KC Current fan support. Be sure to check out Lesley’s work with the Equalizer, including her recent sit down with Chicago Stars GM Richard Feuz https://equalizersoccer.com/2025/05/12/state-of-the-stars-analyzing-a-franchise-in-flux/ Be sure to tune in with Shea Butter FC and their newsletter.  You can follow Thombomb on BlueSky https://bsky.app/profile/thombomb816.bsky.social And on Instagram @ thombomb816

Episode 119: We Love You, Savy! Welcome to Episode 119  of Shea Butter FC, a podcast by, for and about Black women in soccer. In this episode, Skye and Sylvs are back after a long time to check in with their Squad members, give our well wishes and thoughts on Savy King and the Angel City vs Utah match continuing. Then we pivot and do a temperature check on the NWSL at the halfway point of the halfway point before jumping on the hot topics in the league, including UnWell FC and the Chicago Stars. Finally, we bring you all the Rants and Raves and Hits and Riffs you can stand. 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  Get you a Don't Play Out the Back tee to rep for you team and your city at https://www.sheabutterfcmerch.com/product-page/don-t-play-out-the-back 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  Photo used in this episode is courtesy of Angel City Football Club. 

Thombomb welcomes Justin Horneker of majorleaguesoccer.com to review Current’s match against Bay FC and preview the budding rivalry of Current and Orlando Pride.

What's good Squad? We are expanding our reach with the Shea Butter FC Network to expand our media coverage! Episode Two of the Current Moment Features ThomBomb talking to Sylvs and diving into: Jamaica vs. Mexico experience at CPKC and Thom's First NT game under Shea Butter Preview of the San Diego vs KC game Welcome Thombomb and Riss to the SBFC Street Team and follow them on Bluesky : Thombomb - thombomb816.bsky.social

What's good Squad? We are expanding our reach with the Shea Butter FC Network to expand our media coverage! In the inaugural episode of The Current Moment, Thom Bomb previews the match against Washington Spirit with Rose Room founding member Riss Willett. They talk about Spirits’ injury issues and defensive shape. Welcome Thombomb and Riss to the SBFC Street Team and follow them on Bluesky : Thombomb - thombomb816.bsky.social Riss - risswillett.bsky.social

Episode 118: THAT is What She Believes?! Welcome to Episode 118  of Shea Butter FC, a podcast by, for and about Black women in soccer. In this episode, SkyE and Sylvs welcome Thombomb to talk about the SheBelieves final the USWNT played against Japan. They talk about why the Red White and Blue don’t go vroom any more and why pain caving is still happening. Then SkyE and Sylvs share interviews they did in collaboration with the Black Women’s Players Collective for their Elevate The Next Clinic held in partnership with Football For Her’s Footy Friday. They talk to BWPC’s Kayla Mills,  Soccer Mama Amber, South LA Wolves Girls Squad and Coach Adonis. Thom and Sylvs dive into some WSL action in England. Lastly the group reviews the new NWSL kits and previews the upcoming NWSL season with some Hits and Riffs. Come vibe!! Make sure you check out our Watch Along with the Black Soccer Coaches live on YouTube Channel : https://www.youtube.com/@sheabutterfc  ThomBomb on Instagram at ThomBomb & BlueSky @thombomb816.bsky.social and support Shades of Blue Network: https://www.instagram.com/shadesofbluenw/  As noted in this episode we are dropping  merchandise celebrating HBCUs for Black History Year:  “Elevate, Celebrate, Educate. These are three words that get to the heart of why Shea Butter FC was created. We elevate and celebrate Black women in the game through education and community building. Historically Black Colleges and Universities (HBCUs) have lived these principles in support of Black people in America since Reconstruction. It felt right to throw our support behind these institutions that elevate Black intelligence and talent, celebrate our many accomplishments and leaders, and educate Black people in a country that continues to fight against it. Furthermore, HBCUs have men’s and women’s soccer programs that are rarely amplified, despite their success. We want to change that. You can join the movement to Elevate HBCU Soccer with this merch. Tell your family, tell your friends, and support your favorite HBCU by choosing from our many color combinations. HBCUs and young Black people need us now more than ever! Grab your gear here! *A portion of sales for this line will be donated to the United Negro College Fund. To find out more about UNCF, pleases read their mission here 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  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 in this episode of Jaedyn Shaw and Lily Yohannes was captured by various photographers from AP Press and US Soccer who captured the game in San Diego, California. 

Welcome to Episode 117  of Shea Butter FC, a podcast by, for and about Black women in soccer. In this episode, Skye and Sylvs are joined by Deacon Skyscraper aka André Carlisle and Lady Statue of Liberty aka Coach Courtney Stith of Diaspora United for the Part Two of the cross over to talk about the beginning of the SheBelieves Tournament, reflect on Emma Hayes tenure so far and delve into how her approach to changing the culture of US Soccer will have to include anti- racism work. Then we briefly review the upcoming NWSL season, and give their Hits and Riffs/Food Takes in a special edition of our segments in celebration of Black History Year. Come Vibe! As noted in this episode we are dropping  merchandise celebrating HBCUs for Black History Year:  “Elevate, Celebrate, Educate. These are three words that get to the heart of why Shea Butter FC was created. We elevate and celebrate Black women in the game through education and community building. Historically Black Colleges and Universities (HBCUs) have lived these principles in support of Black people in America since Reconstruction. It felt right to throw our support behind these institutions that elevate Black intelligence and talent, celebrate our many accomplishments and leaders, and educate Black people in a country that continues to fight against it. Furthermore, HBCUs have men’s and women’s soccer programs that are rarely amplified, despite their success. We want to change that. You can join the movement to Elevate HBCU Soccer with this merch. Tell your family, tell your friends, and support your favorite HBCU by choosing from our many color combinations. HBCUs and young Black people need us now more than ever! Grab your gear here! *A portion of sales for this line will be donated to the United Negro College Fund. To find out more about UNCF, pleases read their mission here 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  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 atbounceless.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 photos features in this episode were captured by various photographers from AP Press and US Soccer who captured the game in Houston, Texas. 

Episode 116 NWSL Championship Weekend Content Drop Behind The Scenes Welcome to Episode 116  of Shea Butter FC, a podcast by, for and about Black women in soccer. In this episode, Skye and Sylvs drop alot of audio from their time in Kansas City during the 2024 NWSL Championship Weekend. The content drop includes interviews during the Washington Spirit’s Media Day including Casey Kruger and Courtney Brown, Makenna Morris and Kaylie Collins, and Croix Bethune and Jenna Butler; Interviews with SkyE in the streets of Fanfest featuring Supporters of the Spirit and Pride, GalPal Sports and Lindsay Gibbs, Jordyn Lexton of Athlete Ally , Diana and Billboard Alex aka the Pan Dulce Twins, and Andre 3000 Ft of Diaspora United; Post Game interviews with Aly Watt, Simone Charley and Coach Yolanda Thomas.   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  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 photos features in this episode were captured by various photographers including Em Anderson of Gal Pal Sports and Georgia Soares. 

Episode  115 NWSL 2024 Skills Challenge Commentating and Post Event Interviews Welcome to Episode 115  of Shea Butter FC, a podcast by, for and about Black women in soccer. In this episode, Skye and Sylvs drop the audio from their on the ground live commentating of the NWSL 2024 Skill Challenge during the NWSL Championship Weekend in  Kansas City. The audio captures the event as it happened in real time featuring unaired commentary, interviews from Ari Chambers, and other media members as they pop up during the event. Additionally, this episode includes post-event interviews with Sarah Gorden, Jameese Joseph and Michele Alozie. Come vibe on the chaotic ride! 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  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 photos features in this episode were captured by various photographers including Em Anderson of Gal Pal Sports and Georgia Soares.