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My New Favorite Futbolista

My New Favorite Futbolista

NBC Sports 70 Episodes Jun 18, 2026

My New Favorite Futbolista is a podcast that highlights inspiring soccer athletes and the causes they champion, especially in the lead-up to the FIFA World Cup 2026. Hosted by Telemundo Deportes play-by-play voice Luis Omar Tapia, the show is presented in both English and Spanish. The podcast has won awards including Best Sports Podcast at the Cynopsis Sports Media Awards and the WEBBY Signal Awards. It is produced by the storytellers at NBC and Telemundo.

Episodes

Timothy Weah: Soccer's king of Queens Jun 18, 2026 00:18:03 U.S. forward Timothy Weah, who has played soccer all over the world, opens up about how growing up in a diverse neighborhood in Queens, New York shaped his identity. Watch the video version of the podcast HERE.  Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
Tyler Adams: A mini-idea to grow and diversify soccer Jun 16, 2026 00:14:43 U.S midfielder Tyler Adams is opening mini soccer pitches across the country to increase access to the sport, emphasizing locations in underserved communities. Watch the video version of the podcast HERE.  Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
Ricardo Pepi: The most important thing in my life Jun 11, 2026 00:15:37 U.S. striker Ricardo Pepi relies on the support of his family no matter where in the world he is playing. Watch the video version of the podcast HERE.  Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
Cristian Roldan: Why I play for Team USA Jun 9, 2026 00:22:14 U.S. midfielder Cristian Roldan, the son of a Salvadoran mother and a Guatemalan father, is giving back to the community of Pico Rivera, California, where he was raised. Watch the video version of the podcast HERE.  Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
Dayne St. Clair: Why mentorship is important to me Jun 4, 2026 00:19:19 Team Canada goalkeeper Dayne St. Clair credits mentorship for propelling his soccer journey. Now he is now paying it forward. Watch the video version of the podcast HERE.  Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
Tim Ream: Even soccer stars struggle with mental health Jun 2, 2026 00:15:54 U.S. captain Tim Ream, who struggled with mental wellness from a young age, has made it his mission to speak to young people to promote mental health awareness. Watch the video version of the podcast HERE.  Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
Who to root for at the 2026 FIFA World Cup May 27, 2026 00:01:18 My New Favorite Futbolista will introduce you to soccer's most inspiring players and the causes they champion leading up to the 2026 FIFA World Cup. New episodes hosted by Telemundo Deportes lead play-by-play voice Luis Omar Tapia will drop June 2.  Watch the video version of the trailer HERE Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use
Jen Lee: U.S. Army veteran rediscovers purpose through sled hockey Mar 5, 2026 00:20:26 Three-time Paralympic sled hockey champion Jen Lee is determined to help other U.S. Army veterans find purpose, just like he did after losing his leg in a motorcycle accident. Watch the video version of My New Favorite Olympian HERE  Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
Nick Goepper: Freestyle skiing's 'Unc' reaches new heights after hitting rock bottom Feb 5, 2026 00:25:25 Three-time Olympic freestyle skiing medalist Nick Goepper, who retired from the sport after getting arrested and a stint in rehab, is back in a new discipline after rediscovering his joy in the sport and embracing his unfiltered “Ski Unc” personaWatch the video version of My New Favorite Olympian HERE  Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collecti
Bea Kim: Snowboarding's thrifting queen champions sustainability Jan 29, 2026 00:21:00 Snowboarder Bea Kim is determined to fight climate change, from speaking at the United Nations to shopping at thrift stores Watch the video version of My New Favorite Olympian HERE  Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
Charlie McAvoy: Bringing plumber's mentality to USA Hockey Jan 22, 2026 00:20:31 Charlie McAvoy, one of the NHL’s most charitable players, learned hard work from his father Charles McAvoy Sr., who runs a four-generation plumbing businessWatch the video version of My New Favorite Olympian HERE  Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
Kaillie Humphries: Bobsled champion navigates motherhood journey Jan 16, 2026 00:28:53 Olympic bobsled champion Kaillie Humphries was ready to be a mother, but a Stage 4 endometriosis diagnosis meant she would have to push her body to the brink in order to get pregnant.Watch the video version of My New Favorite Olympian HERE Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

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