Kickin' It CBS Sports, Kickin' It, Kate Abdo, Clint Dempsey, USMNT, USWNT, NWSL

WNBA 5th overall pick by the Dallas Wings in the 2019 draft and Notre Dame's most outstanding player during their title run in 2018, Arike Ogunbowale joins Kate Abdo, Clint Dempsey, Mo Adu and Charlie Davies for a candid conversation about transitioning from soccer to basketball, putting school first, family support, and becoming a pro. They group also talk about legacy, shoes, and the American Dream.

Transition (1:42): From soccer to basketball, 7th grade offers, and Caitlin Clark awareness.

Making it (6:03): School first, sports second, meeting Kobe, and lasting advice.

Support systems (9:45): Nigeria, current WNBA CBA, and ordering in.

Finding celebrity (15:06): Dancing with the Stars and playing against and alongside heroes.

Relationships (22:00): Teammates, camaraderie, extended family.

Hanging with family (23:58): Multiple pro-children, the American Dream, and rooting for the National Team.

Vice Versa (27:05): NBA & WNBA, USMNT & USWNT, and swappin' jersey with Rose Lavelle.

Sponsorship (30:01): Getting a shoe deal, connections, and nostalgia.

Style side (37:36): Fits, culture, and hobbies.

Legacy (39:28): Giving it your all, charity games, and playing a full 90mins.

Kickin’ It is available for free on the Audacy app as well as Apple Podcasts, Spotify, and wherever else you listen to podcasts. 
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USMNT goalkeeping legend, MLS Champion & MVP, as well as coach Tony Meola joins Kate Abdo, Clint Dempsey, and Charlie Davies for a candid conversation about his humility, representing America, and for the first time, why he stepped away from the USMNT. They also chat about today vs back then and Tony being a bridge between the two.

First time for everything (2:08): Jersey collection, World Cup memories, and what's hangin' on the wall.

Getting Back (8:08): Making the team in 2002, thriving in MLS, escaping reality through the game.

Family Matters (13:36): Tough choices, trying out for the NFL, bonuses paid.

Achievements unlocked (22:09): 16 shutouts, MLS MVP, MLS Cup Champion.

Now vs Then (25:01): Building up to a World Cup, the pressures of playing at home, and the impact of the old guard.

Sacrifices and recognition (26:22): Promoting the game, opening doors, and pulling double duty.

The ultimate forgiveness (33:34): Being released, mending relationships, and working together.

Proud Father (36:00): Coaching the kids, new challenges, and being present.

History(43:23): The Tab Ramos philosophy, knowing what and who came before, and the game's potential future.

Kickin’ It is available for free on the Audacy app as well as Apple Podcasts, Spotify, and wherever else you listen to podcasts. 
Follow the Kickin’ It team on Twitter: @CBSSportsGolazo, @kate_abdo, @CharlieDavies9, @MauriceEdu, @clint_dempsey
Watch Kickin’ It on the CBS Sports Golazo Network, the 24-hour soccer streaming network that is available for free on connected TV and mobile devices through the CBS Sports App and Pluto TV, and on CBSSports.com, as well as Paramount+.
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NBA Hall of Famer, Champion, and Dallas Mavericks legend Dirk Nowitzki joins Kate Abdo, Clint Dempsey, Mo Adu, and Charlie Davies for a candid conversation about his iconic status in the states, NBA achievements, early struggles leaving Germany, and love for the beautiful game. The group also chat about who the NBA GOAT is, new passions post-retirement, and marriage.

Honors (2:08): A Statue, a street naming, a jersey retirement, and keys to the city of Dallas.

Arsenal or Bayern (5:30): Going to the Emirates, Champions League choices, Bundesliga, and the Invincibles.

Belonging (12:19): Hard beginnings, language barrier, finding my way to and through basketball.

Cultural influence (17:15): 90's hip-hop guy, NBA dress code, the trash talk effect.

Hall of Fame (22:17): Emotional speeches, athletes respecting athletes, Olympic dreams.

The International Game (30:08): Euros in Germany, bringing the World Cup to Dallas, and the hardest years.

Kobe (35:00): Memories, still watch his highlights, who is the GOAT?

New passions (42:20): Playing tennis, traveling the world, and the importance of my marriage.

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Watch Kickin’ It on the CBS Sports Golazo Network, the 24-hour soccer streaming network that is available for free on connected TV and mobile devices through the CBS Sports App and Pluto TV, and on CBSSports.com, as well as Paramount+.
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Two-time First Team All-Pro, and 2017 Offensive Player of the Year Todd Gurley joins Kate Abdo, Clint Dempsey and Charlie Davies for a candid conversation about life before and after football, leaving college early, the power of investment in soccer, hobbies, and having a kid on the way. The group also try to bait Gurley into some freestyle rapping before discussing his musical interests and Georgia experience.

Retirement (2:03): Life after playing, having a good perspective, his love for Zlatan Ibrahimović.

Welcome to the NFL (10:56): Inspiring teammates, sports are humbling, and surreal moments.

Roc Nation (17:45): International soccer stardom, missing Messi, and the atmosphere of European football, career longevity.

Entrepreneur (28:11): Bringing the NFL around the world, investing in MLS, and becoming a father.

Southern Cooking California Living (36:56): Grilling & Gator Bites, hiking, ski attempt, next travel destinations.

Sports Fandom (41:55): Duke basketball, LA Galaxy, and wherever Neymar goes.

Music aspirations (43:58): Rapping, what's spinning, and being around country music at Georgia.

Kickin’ It is available for free on the Audacy app as well as Apple Podcasts, Spotify, and wherever else you listen to podcasts. 
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Watch Kickin’ It on the CBS Sports Golazo Network, the 24-hour soccer streaming network that is available for free on connected TV and mobile devices through the CBS Sports App and Pluto TV, and on CBSSports.com, as well as Paramount+.
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Two-time Olympic gold medalist, FIFA Women's World Cup champion, NWSL Champion & MVP, and Hall of Famer Lauren Holiday joins Kate Abdo, Clint Dempsey and Charlie Davies for a candid conversation about married life, the pursuit of happiness, overcoming health adversity, changing the culture and perception surrounding women's sports, life after retirement, and what it means to be great.

Sports marriage (01:45): Meeting Jrue Holiday at school, his relentless persistence, competitiveness, and being a support system vs a priority.

New goals (09:14): Buying women's sports teams, changing the culture, the treatment of athletes, and building integrity.

Community, Identity, & growth (18:40): The Jrue and Lauren Holiday foundation, finding yourself post-retirement, definition of legacy, and the advancement of the women's game worldwide.

Pregnancy & health scare (28:50): Brain tumor diagnosis, the possible outcomes, and giving birth.

Racial prejudice (37:48): Police experience, finding balance of expectations, understanding racial perspective.

Boston Celtics (45:49): Their title chances, team vs individuals, winning characteristics, .

Kickin’ It is available for free on the Audacy app as well as Apple Podcasts, Spotify, and wherever else you listen to podcasts. 
Follow the Kickin’ It team on Twitter: @CBSSportsGolazo, @kate_abdo, @CharlieDavies9, @MauriceEdu, @clint_dempsey
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Former NFL safety and Super Bowl champion Ryan Clark joins Kate Abdo, Clint Dempsey, Charlie Davies and Mo Edu for a candid conversation about his fraught contract negotiation with ESPN, the intersection of sports and politics, his approach to parenting, and dealing with setbacks in life and in football.  

New contract (01:56): The negotiation process, overcoming fear and becoming a better broadcaster, Ryan’s anti-selfie stance.

Parenting (06:22): Being a supportive father versus being a competitive former athlete, embracing life as a soccer dad.

Code switching (18:01): Staying true to yourself, crossing the political line, how the media covered Colin Kaepernick. 

The player (28:24): Toughness, total devotion to football, not wanting to like Tom Brady.

Health (35:01): Shining a light on sickle cell disease, preparing for death.

Fighting (40:10): Being called out publicly, squashing beefs, love of combat sports.

Kickin’ It is available for free on the Audacy app as well as Apple Podcasts, Spotify, and wherever else you listen to podcasts. 
Follow the Kickin’ It team on Twitter: @CBSSportsGolazo, @kate_abdo, @CharlieDavies9, @MauriceEdu, @clint_dempsey
Watch Kickin’ It on the CBS Sports Golazo Network, the 24-hour soccer streaming network that is available for free on connected TV and mobile devices through the CBS Sports App and Pluto TV, and on CBSSports.com, as well as Paramount+.
For more soccer coverage from CBS Sports, visit https://www.cbssports.com/soccer/
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Watch UEFA Champions League, UEFA Europa League, UEFA Europa Conference League, Serie A, Coppa Italia, CONCACAF Nations League, NWSL, Scottish Premiership, Brasileiro, Argentine Primera División, soccer documentaries and more by subscribing Paramount Plus: https://www.paramountplus.com/home/

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