POSTS & PODS
Here you’ll find our weekly Unsolicited and Under-Informed Opinions about the latest soccer news, as well as our longer deep dives into the history and design of crests, clubs, and tifos from teams all around the world.
Is it Football or is it Soccer? Unraveling the Origins and Cultural Clash
Join us on this episode of the Footy Museum Podcast as we dive deep into the age-old question: is it soccer or football? Justin and Maria explore the history of the terms, their origins in England, and how they've evolved in the United States. Discover why this seemingly simple debate has sparked such passionate discussions. From the early days of the sport to the modern-day MLS, we uncover the cultural and historical factors that have shaped the way Americans perceive and embrace the beautiful game.
Same Old U.S. Soccer Song, Leagues Come and Go, The U.S. Open Cup Remains
The history of how the U. S. Open Cup has outlasted numerous soccer leagues in the United States.
Action, Emotion, and a Third Thing: Soccer Photographers Worth Following
“Capture action and emotion” is the basic assignment for all sports photographers. But in a media landscape where every consumer with a smartphone is also documentarian, how has the role of photography changed?
Thinking of The Roman Empire, A Northwoods Cabin, and Goodison Park
What do the Roman Colosseum, A Northwoods cabin and Everton's Goodison Park have in common?
Soccer Amidst Conflict
What is the role soccer plays in times of conflict? Is it a tool for peace, as many of its proponents profess, or is it an unhealthy distraction from the reality of war?
The Flowers on Soccer’s Wall
How did one of the works by the most innovative and controversial artists of the 20th century end up as a backdrop for soccer talk? We wonder why Andy Warhol is decorating Herculez Gomez’s sports talk studio.
Sheryl Shectman and Terminus Legion
Sheryl Shectman from Terminus Legion talks to Justin about her experience falling in love with the beautiful game in Atlanta Georgia. A fan of Atlanta United since their founding Shectman has been a member of the supporters group Terminus Legion since 2018. In that role, she has overseen the creation of numerous tifo projects. In this interview, she shares some insight into how some of the most active fans in Major League Soccer have made Atlanta a fortress for their team and the envy of the league.
Troubled Histories, Ultras and Serbian Football
A look at the design of two of Serbia’s top football club crests, Red Star Belgrade and Partizan.
Juventus and Sheffield Wednesday
Episode 2 of the Footy Museum Podcast. We begin our dive into global football design with a look at Juventus and Sheffield Wednesday.