The 1st Half Culture Show

The 1st Half Culture Show is a unique podcast series that explores the profound impact of football on North American culture. Hosted by restaurateur and footy culture junkie Paul Desbaillets, this series unites football enthusiasts to discover how the beautiful game influences fashion, art, music, and food. Featuring visits to local neighborhoods and businesses, and interviews with chefs, athletes, artists, and tastemakers, it delves into street art and local scenes. The show provides a vibrant glimpse into how futbol merges with daily life and creativity.

Join us for a unique North American perspective on football.

Available in video format exclusively on YouTube: @the1sthalf_

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Episodes

James Brown: Founder of Loaded Magazine, 90s Bad Boy Culture, and Football | The 1st Half Podcast

Join us for June's great big podcast episode with the legendary James Brown, founder of the iconic 'loaded' magazine. Between 1994 and 1997, 'loaded' became synonymous with the hedonistic and rebellious spirit of the '90s, capturing a lifestyle of excess that defined a generation. James takes us through his remarkable career, from his early days as a fanzine writer to becoming features editor at NME and founding 'loaded' at age 27. We'll explore how 'loaded' influenced British pop culture,&n...

Jun 03, 2024•47 min

Art & Ink with Dan Smith: From LA Ink to Soccer Culture | The 1st Half Podcast

Join us on The 1st Half Culture Show for an in-depth conversation with Dan Smith, celebrated tattoo artist, musician, and television personality. Discover how Dan’s unique blend of artistry from tattooing to music resonates with the diverse expressions of soccer culture. Known for his work on 'LA Ink' and his intricate tattoo styles, Dan shares his journey and its parallels with the communal spirit of soccer. SHARE & LIKE THIS SH*T PLEASE!

May 06, 2024•32 min

Harnessing Health for a Happier World: A Talk with Fitness Pioneer Chris Ince

Harnessing Health for a Happier World: A Talk with Fitness Pioneer Chris Ince - Dive deep into the transformative power of health and wellness with Montreal's own Chris Ince. With three decades in the fitness industry, Chris shares his unwavering belief in the positive ripple effects of good health: from stress management and enhanced relationships to making environmentally conscious decisions. Join us on The 1st Half Podcast as we explore how Chris and his team at Entraînement U.N.I Training ar...

Apr 01, 2024•22 min

MLS Goalkeeper, James Pantemis of the Portland Timbers Joins us on The 1st Half

In this Episode we chat with James Pantemis, a Canadian professional soccer player who plays as a Goalkeeper for the Portland Timbers in Major League Soccer. He also plays for the Canadian Men’s national team. In November 2022, Pantemis was named to Canada's squad for the 2022 World Cup. Other than football James is passionate about being involved with kids that are in the developmental stages of their sports journey and being very involved in the community. The 1st Half Culture Show https://the...

Mar 04, 2024•22 min

Content Creator & Esports Presenter, Kacey ‘KACEE’ Anderson

Beans, Brews & Balls. In this latest EP we chat with, Kacey ‘KACEE’ Anderson Content Creator & Esports Presenter Kacey "Kacee" Anderson, is a Chicago-based web entertainer, video producer, andbroadcaster, passionately combines her love for soccer and gaming in live Twitchand TikTok broadcasts. She creates diverse content on various social platforms, and has held commentary roles on FIFA-related tournaments like FIFAE, EMLS, ECL, and Collegiate ECL & FIFA events. Currently, she is an ...

Feb 05, 2024•29 min

LAFC RICH - Rich Orosco, Chief Brand Officer with LAFC

Beans, Brews & Balls. In this latest EP we chat with, Rich Orosco Chief Brand Officer, Los Angeles Football Club. Rich is a 25-year entertainment, consumer products, and sports marketing veteran who has conceptualized and executed award-winning product launch campaigns. He is the winner of the 2018 Major League Soccer Marketing Executive of the Year Award and was included on the 2019 Adweek’s L.A. Brand Stars list. Prior to LAFC, he co-founded American-made menswear brand Exley, served as th...

Jan 09, 2024•17 min

MUSICIAN - SAM ROBERTS

In this Episode we chat with Sam Roberts, Montreal native who was a violin player, surrounded by a vast range of musical influences, who eventually moved on to guitar and started a rock band with friends. The Inhuman Condition became the best-selling independent EP in Canadian history and included a re-recorded version of “Brother Down” and the chart topper “Don’t Walk Away Eileen”. In 2003 he released his first full-length album, We Were Born in a Flame . This year marks the 20-year anniversary...

Dec 04, 2023•25 min

PRO FOOTBALLER - JOEL WATERMAN

In this Episode we chat with Joel Waterman is a Canadian footballer who plays for Montreal in the MLS and the Canadian Men’s National team and was named to Canada's squad for the 2022 FIFA World Cup. Born in Surrey, British Columbia and raised in the nearby small town of Aldergrove, Joel grew up with a soccer ball between his feet. What started as something to pass time evolved into an amazing journey that has led Joel to where he is today. Joel believes that it’s his purpose to inspire the next...

Nov 07, 2023•19 min

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