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Orange Slices
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Orange Slices connects the past, present, and future generations of U.S. internationals around our collective soccer story. Hosted by former U.S. international Heath Pearce this cross-generational show is an unfiltered celebration of our national teams and soccer Americana. From the muddy fields of our youth to the games won and lost on the world's stage, weekly episodes will feature guests from different generations of American soccer sharing stories, insights, and commentary on their soccer experiences and the American game. Come and enjoy a slice of the soccer life! Sponsored by FanDuel Predicts.
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Brendan Hunt on his BIGGEST Soccer Fear | Orange Slices w/ Heath Pearce
2d ago00:42:18Tap to summarizeHeath is joined by actor, writer, producer and fellow soccer podcast Brendan Hunt from Apple TV’s hit series Ted Lasso. Brendan and Heath discuss how to fix USMNT fan songs, partying with Dutch fans in the Texas heat and if Coach Beard could ever be a real coach. Hosted by former U.S. international Heath Pearce the show is an unfiltered celebration of our national teams and soccer Americana. From the muddy fields of our youth to the games won and lost on the world's stage, weekly episodes will feature guests from different generations of American soccer sharing stories, insights, and commentary on their soccer experiences and the American game. Sign up now for your twenty-five dollar bonus on FanDuel Predicts. Go to FanDuel.Com/Predicts to sign up. Listener Discretion Advised: This episode contains strong language. Listener discretion is advised.
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What is Success for USMNT at the World Cup? | Orange Slices w/ Heath Pearce
6d ago00:46:56Tap to summarizeHeath is joined by U.S. International and Toronto FC defender Walker Zimmerman to talk about USMNT’s World Cup performance, what it’s like playing for Mauricio Pochettino and how he achieved his dream of captaining the U.S. Men’s National Team. Hosted by former U.S. international Heath Pearce the show is an unfiltered celebration of our national teams and soccer Americana. From the muddy fields of our youth to the games won and lost on the world's stage, weekly episodes will feature guests from different generations of American soccer sharing stories, insights, and commentary on their soccer experiences and the American game. Sign up now for your twenty-five dollar bonus on FanDuel Predicts. Go to FanDuel.Com/Predicts to sign up.
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Héctor Moreno on Mexico’s Dream Start to the World Cup | Orange Slices w/ Heath Pearce
1w ago00:56:58Tap to summarizeHeath is joined by Mexican legend Héctor Moreno to talk about El Tri and USMNT’s dream start to the tournament and the amazing World Cup vibes in Mexico. Also, are Mexican legends going to matches in Luchador masks? Hector shares how he keeps a low profile when he attends games. Watch or listen to Orange Slices every Tuesday and Thursday wherever you get your podcasts! Orange Slices connects the past, present, and future generations of U.S. internationals around our collective soccer story. Hosted by former U.S. international Heath Pearce the show is an unfiltered celebration of our national teams and soccer Americana. From the muddy fields of our youth to the games won and lost on the world's stage, weekly episodes will feature guests from different generations of American soccer sharing stories, insights, and commentary on their soccer experiences and the American game. Sign up now for your twenty-five dollar bonus on FanDuel Predicts. Go to FanDuel.Com/Predicts to sign up.
Transcribe →Inside USMNT’s Historic World Cup Win w/ Mark McKenzie | Orange Slices w/ Heath Pearce
2w ago00:47:03Tap to summarizeHeath is joined by best friend of the pod, Mark McKenzie, to get an insider’s look at the USMNT’s hot start to the 2026 World Cup. Mark talks about leading post-game team prayers, what’s poppin’ in the player group chat and the team’s preparations for the Australia match.I Watch or listen to Orange Slices every Tuesday and Thursday wherever you get your podcasts! Orange Slices connects the past, present, and future generations of U.S. internationals around our collective soccer story. Hosted by former U.S. international Heath Pearce the show is an unfiltered celebration of our national teams and soccer Americana. From the muddy fields of our youth to the games won and lost on the world's stage, weekly episodes will feature guests from different generations of American soccer sharing stories, insights, and commentary on their soccer experiences and the American game. Sign up now for your twenty-five dollar bonus on FanDuel Predicts. Go to FanDuel.Com/Predicts to sign up.
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‘Tournament's gonna go crazy, bro,’ Big Zuu on USMNT World Cup Success | Orange Slices w/ Heath Pearce
2w ago00:47:24Tap to summarizeHeath is joined by London-based rapper, chef and entertainer Big Zuu to talk about his passionate support for Liverpool, England’s chances at the World Cup and his match winning goal at Soccer Aid. Watch or listen to Orange Slices every Tuesday and Thursday wherever you get your podcasts! Orange Slices connects the past, present, and future generations of U.S. internationals around our collective soccer story. Hosted by former U.S. international Heath Pearce the show is an unfiltered celebration of our national teams and soccer Americana. From the muddy fields of our youth to the games won and lost on the world's stage, weekly episodes will feature guests from different generations of American soccer sharing stories, insights, and commentary on their soccer experiences and the American game. Sign up now for your twenty-five dollar bonus on FanDuel Predicts. Go to FanDuel.Com/Predicts to sign up.
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Can A.I. Find the Next U.S. Soccer Star? | Orange Slices w/ Heath Pearce
2w ago00:43:12Tap to summarizeHeath is joined by U.S. Soccer COO Dan Helfrich to talk about using the World Cup to make soccer more accessible, the federation’s new national training center and the use of A.I. to scout players Watch or listen to Orange Slices every Tuesday and Thursday wherever you get your podcasts! Orange Slices connects the past, present, and future generations of U.S. internationals around our collective soccer story. Hosted by former U.S. international Heath Pearce the show is an unfiltered celebration of our national teams and soccer Americana. From the muddy fields of our youth to the games won and lost on the world's stage, weekly episodes will feature guests from different generations of American soccer sharing stories, insights, and commentary on their soccer experiences and the American game. Sign up now for your twenty-five dollar bonus on FanDuel Predicts. Go to FanDuel.Com/Predicts to sign up.
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Mark McKenzie on the Pressure & Responsibility of a Home World Cup | Orange Slices w/ Heath Pearce
3w ago00:39:58Tap to summarizeU.S. International Mark McKenzie returns to talk with Heath about USMNT World Cup preparations, the fan support fueling the team and the surprisingly heated Knicks-Spurs NBA Finals watch party rivalry in the squad. Watch or listen to Orange Slices every Tuesday and Thursday wherever you get your podcasts! Orange Slices connects the past, present, and future generations of U.S. internationals around our collective soccer story. Hosted by former U.S. international Heath Pearce the show is an unfiltered celebration of our national teams and soccer Americana. From the muddy fields of our youth to the games won and lost on the world's stage, weekly episodes will feature guests from different generations of American soccer sharing stories, insights, and commentary on their soccer experiences and the American game. Sign up now for your twenty-five dollar bonus on FanDuel Predicts. Go to FanDuel.Com/Predicts to sign up.
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“We’re NOT the Underdogs” - Marcelo Balboa on USMNT | Orange Slices w/ Heath Pearce
3w ago00:50:05Tap to summarizeHeath is joined by U.S. Men’s National Team legend Marcelo Balboa to talk about the experience of the 1994 World Cup, the addiction of playing for the USMNT and why Christian Pulisic needs to play with a “chip on his shoulder.” Watch or listen to Orange Slices every Tuesday and Thursday wherever you get your podcasts! Orange Slices connects the past, present, and future generations of U.S. internationals around our collective soccer story. Hosted by former U.S. international Heath Pearce the show is an unfiltered celebration of our national teams and soccer Americana. From the muddy fields of our youth to the games won and lost on the world's stage, weekly episodes will feature guests from different generations of American soccer sharing stories, insights, and commentary on their soccer experiences and the American game. Sign up now for your twenty-five dollar bonus on FanDuel Predicts. Go to FanDuel.Com/Predicts to sign up.
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Ted Lasso’s Cristo Fernandez on Quitting Acting to Live his Fútbol Dream | Orange Slices w/ Heath Pearce
3w ago00:55:22Tap to summarizeHeath is joined by footballer, actor, writer, filmmaker Cristo Fernandez! Best known for the role of Dani Rojas on the hit Apple TV series “Ted Lasso,” Cristo is now a real professional football/soccer player for El Paso Locomotive in the USL Championship. Heath and Cristo talk about the challenges of pursuing your football dreams, partying with Ronaldinho, and Cristo’s new children’s book, “Fútbol Is Life!” Watch Orange Slices every Tuesday and Thursday wherever you get your podcasts! Orange Slices connects the past, present, and future generations of U.S. internationals around our collective soccer story. Hosted by former U.S. international Heath Pearce the show is an unfiltered celebration of our national teams and soccer Americana. From the muddy fields of our youth to the games won and lost on the world's stage, weekly episodes will feature guests from different generations of American soccer sharing stories, insights, and commentary on their soccer experiences and the American game. Sign up now for your twenty-five dollar bonus on FanDuel Predicts. Go to FanDuel.Com/Predicts to sign up.
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Get Ready to Sing! USMNT Hazing Flashbacks | Orange Slices w/ Heath Pearce
4w ago01:03:09Tap to summarizeHeath talks with former Mexico International Hector Moreno about Memo Ochoa’s record setting 6th World Cup, Mexico’s World Cup roster and hazing with the USMNT. Plus, Heath recalls a hilarious handshake faux pas in Germany and his nightmare match against Mexico. Watch Orange Slices every Tuesday and Thursday wherever you get your podcasts! Orange Slices connects the past, present, and future generations of U.S. internationals around our collective soccer story. Hosted by former U.S. international Heath Pearce the show is an unfiltered celebration of our national teams and soccer Americana. From the muddy fields of our youth to the games won and lost on the world's stage, weekly episodes will feature guests from different generations of American soccer sharing stories, insights, and commentary on their soccer experiences and the American game. Sign up now for your twenty-five dollar bonus on FanDuel Predicts. Go to FanDuel.Com/Predicts to sign up.
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