Humans United FC
Humans United FC is a multimedia storytelling brand committed to sharing the human experience through the lens of sport. We’re a multi-talented collective of people elevating stories of the beautiful game which often go overlooked. From the bright lights of Miami, Florida to the quiet streets of Saginaw, Michigan folks are playing soccer. Whether you’re using a makeshift or a handstitched ball, footballers come from all walks of life.
Come join host Joe Shaw as we explore some of the most interesting stories the world hasn’t heard YET. Through audio, video, photos, or articles you’ll become familiar with names like Kim Wyant and the 85ers, Jaiyah Saelua and the American Samoa World Cup Qualifying victory, names you might have overlooked but whose impact carries through today.
We invite you to unite under the banner of football, futbol, soccer, whatever you call it. Come share your stories and learn about other’s. We're all unique and the power of sport amplifies and elevates our differences, forming life-long connections.
#HumansUnitedFC
Episodes
44 episodes
Bonus Episode: "You're not my coach" ft. Carlos “Cacho” Cordoba
SURPRISE!Just when I thought I had wrapped the Miami Fusion project up, I discovered something new!I'm thrilled to be able to bring you the story of the FIRST head coach of the Miami Fusion, Carlos "Cacho" Cordoba, in this bonus e...
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Trailer | Once Upon a Time in South Florida
Coming soon, Season 3 of Humans United FCOnce Upon a Time in South FloridaThis is the story of the Miami Fusion!
1999 was surreal (ft. Jason Kreis)
There have been multiple men to wear #9 in FC Dallas/Dallas Burn history but NONE of them are as iconic as Jason Kreis.Through 9 seasons in Dallas Jason accumulated a grand total of 91 goals across 247 appearances. Jason fin...
One Beautiful Ball (ft. Justin Lea)
In 2012, Hayworth’s founder discovered that seventy percent of all the world’s soccer balls (three million balls per month) were made in one city in northern Pakistan, in a place called Sialkot. He knew he had to go there, he had to see it ...
Tackling mental health stigma (ft. Matty Slinger)
Matty Slinger, Phil Barton and Steven Simpson want to recapture their childhood memories of playing cuppy.But it’s not as simple as that.They also want to create a safe space for people to talk about anything...
I'd like to play as the goalkeeper (ft. Kim Wyant)
1985.Yes, we need to go back in time!Back, to a time when the USWNT didn't exist. Back to a time when the entire soccer landscape was radically different. Back in time, to appreciate where we were, so we can rocket back to the p...
Football transcends all stigma (ft. Jaiyah Saelua)
"Fa'afafine is such a part of our culture we don't feel the need to explain it. It's a coming of age story as opposed to a 'coming out' story others in the rainbow community have."These are the words of Jaiyah Saelua as she details what...
Part of soccer history (ft. Thomas Rongen)
31-0Australia set a world record for the largest victory in an international soccer match when they defeated American Samoa on April 11, 2001 as part of the 2002 World Cup Qualifying campaign.10 years later, Thomas Rongen was as...
A purpose-driven soccer team (ft. Mike Geddes)
Mike Geddes has always loved the beautiful game but it wasn't until he started covering the game as a journalist that he discovered his true purpose.Mike's passion for making the world a better place led him down the path towards what w...
Humans United FC: Trailer
Humans United FC is a multimedia storytelling brand committed to sharing the human experience through the lens of sport. We’re a multi-talented collective of people elevating stories of the beautiful game which often go overlooked. From the bri...
Epilogue: "The legacy of the Miami Fusion"
Happy Holidays!I hope your end to 2023 has been fantastic!Even though this series technically wrapped up with Chapter 25, it still felt as if there was one more episode which needed to be released.<...
Chapter XXV: "You're asking me to be Blackbeard" (ft. Ray Hudson)
In Chapter XXV: "You're asking me to be Blackbeard". Legendary announcer, player, and former coach of the Miami Fusion: Mr. Ray Hudson sends us off in style!For this whole year, we've been charting the good, the bad, and the unbelievabl...
Chapter XXIV: "This was heaven" (ft. Ray Hudson)
In Chapter XXIV: "This was heaven". Legendary announcer, player, and former coach of the Miami Fusion: Mr. Ray Hudson sends us off in style!For this whole year, we've been charting the good, the bad, and the unbelievable stories of this...
Chapter XXIII: "...and then there's Eric Wynalda" (ft. Derek Workman)
Chapter XXIII: "...and then there's Eric Wynalda" former Miami Fusion staffer Derek Workman shares his perspective on working for the Miami Fusion 20+ years ago.Derek was heavily involved in the local South Florida soccer scene. His inv...
Bonus Episode: Bootle FC
'25 for 25' was a finalist in the category of "Best Football Podcast - International" at the 2023 Football Content Awards. I traveled to Liverpool, England to attend the award ceremony at Anfield Stadium and while I didn't end up w...
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Chapter XXII: "It was painful" ft. Ken Horowitz
In Chapter XXII: "It was painful" former Miami Fusion owner Ken Horowitz shares his side of the story.Ken shares how he came to own & start the Fusion 25 years ago and what caused him to make the decision to fold the Fusion after th...
Chapter XXI: "The Reunion"
In Chapter XXI: "The Reunion" we FINALLY had our first ever Miami Fusion reunion event! Held at Mickey Byrnes Irish Pub in Hollywood, FL on Friday, October 6, 2023 there was a LIVE podcast recording of '25 for 25' as part of the ...
Bonus Episode: "He always dreamed big" ft. Alexi Lalas
In this bonus episode of the podcast, Alexi Lalas, former USMNT & MLS player (New England, Kansas City, LA & the MetroStars) shares his perspectives on the early days of MLS. Alexi reflects on where we've been and where we're going.
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Chapter XX: "We went out on top" ft. Laina DeLima Rosales
In Chapter XX: "We went out on top" former Director of Marketing Services for the Miami Fusion, Laina DeLima Rosales shares her perspective of working for the Miami Fusion 25 years ago.She shares her memories growing up around the NASL,...
Bonus Episode: "A team full of leaders" ft. Al Rooney
- 22 years ago the world came to a screeching halt.- 9/11/01 not only impacted the United States, it had an impact on the entire world.- All active sports leagues, including MLS, suspended play while everyone tried to come to grips with...
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Chapter XIX: "Soccer has everything" ft. Phil Schoen
In Chapter XIX: "Soccer has everything" Phil Schoen shares his perspective of both the Miami Fusion and the early days of MLS as a whole.Phil had the unique perspective of calling MLS' first ever match 27 years ago in 1996 AND the Miami...
Chapter XVIII: "A team that started it" ft. Jeff Bilyk
In Chapter XVIII: "A team that started it", Jeff Bilyk shares his experiences playing for the Miami Fusion under Ivo Wortman and continuing under Ray Hudson. Jeff shares his experiences playing for the Project-40 team back in the 90's, ...
Chapter XVII: "You had to be sharp" ft. Tyrone Marshall
In Chapter XVII: "You had to be sharp" Tyrone Marshall shares his experiences playing for the Miami Fusion from 1998-2001.Tyrone shares what it was like joining the Fusion midway through their inaugural season, how he got along with Car...
Chapter XVI: "We just had fun!" ft. Carlos Llamosa
In Chapter XVI: "We just had fun!" Carlos Llamosa shares his experiences suiting up for that magical 2001 Supporters Shield-winning team!Carlos also shares his connection with the World Trade Center, and how he went from working at a cl...
Chapter XV: "I was a journeyman" ft. Wade Webber
In Chapter XV: "I was a journeyman" former Miami Fusion player and current Tacoma Defiance Head Coach Wade Webber shares his perspective playing for the Miami Fusion in their inaugural season 25 years ago in 1998!Wade shares how his jou...
