Best Chad McArthur Podcasts (2025)

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The Football Executive Who Fixed Sunderland & Charlton Just Chose Jamaica for His Next Rebuild 1:01:21

2d ago1:01:21

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In this episode of The Insider’s Lounge, Charlie Methven shares the unconventional journey that led him from journalism and publishing to becoming one of football’s most talked-about executives. From the newsroom of The Daily Telegraph to the boardrooms of Sunderland AFC and Charlton Athletic, Methven has built a reputation for turning struggling c…

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A Thoughtful Faith - A Conversation with Philip Barlow 58:02

3d ago58:02

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This week, we’re sharing a conversation with Phil Barlow about his new book, published by Faith Matters, called A Thoughtful Faith for the 21st Century. If that sounds familiar, it may be because Phil published the first volume back in 1986. That original collection included essays by Eugene England, Laurel Thatcher Ulrich, Francine Bennion, Richar…

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MLS Valuation Bubble, Club World Cup Controversy, and Salford City's New Era with Beckham & Neville 58:59

9d ago58:59

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This week, Iker Nacenta joins The Insider's Lounge to break down some of the biggest stories in soccer business, from MLS valuations and FIFA governance to player career transitions and lower-league ownership moves. We start with Sportico’s 2025 list of the 50 most valuable soccer clubs. Leading the list are global giants like Real Madrid, Manchest…

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Can Doubt be a Spiritual Gift? A Conversation with Terryl Givens & Jared Halverson 1:10:29

10d ago1:10:29

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This week, we’re excited to share a special live episode recorded at the Compass Gallery in Provo, as part of our Big Questions series with Terryl Givens. Each month, Terryl is joined by a guest for a conversation about some of our biggest theological and historical questions. In this episode, he’s joined by scholar and teacher Jared Halverson. Tog…

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Inside Wrexham’s Rise, Salah’s Viral Selfie, Chelsea’s DAMAC Deal, and Evra’s MMA Madness 1:12:26

16d ago1:12:26

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On this week’s episode, we are joined by Ethan Reilly, breaking down the key topics and stories at the intersection of soccer and business in the last week. We kick off with Wrexham’s remarkable rise, now three promotions deep under Ryan Reynolds and Rob McElhenney. With a valuation topping $100 million, we explore whether this is a sustainable mod…

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Heavenly Mother's Day - A Conversation with McArthur Krishna 41:37

17d ago41:37

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With Mother’s Day coming up, we’re so honored to bring you this conversation with McArthur Krishna about her new book, Mother in Heaven: A Gospel Topics Essay Study Guide. The doctrine of Heavenly Mother is one of the most beautiful and distinctive Latter-Day Saint teachings—but for many, it’s still unfamiliar territory. McArthur and her co-authors…

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Why Football's Biggest Brands Trust This Former Chelsea Coach to Bring Their Identity to Life 1:09:47

23d ago1:09:47

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In this episode of The Insider’s Lounge, we sit down with Chris Gunn, Co-Founder and Managing Director of LoveGunn, the creative agency behind some of football’s most memorable branding and marketing projects. Chris shares his early journey coaching at Chelsea FC, his transition into the creative industry, and the founding story behind LoveGunn. He…

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Seventy Times Seven - A Conversation with Chad Ford 1:03:59

24d ago1:03:59

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This week, we’re so glad to be sharing a conversation with our friend Chad Ford. Chad is a conflict mediator, peace educator, and associate professor of religious studies at Utah State University. He’s spent decades working in some of the most entrenched conflict zones in the world—from the Middle East to South Africa to Northern Ireland. He’s also…

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How Man City Quietly Built a Commercial Empire While Dominating World Football — with Rob Gevertz 1:03:12

1M ago1:03:12

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Man City’s dominance on the field is no secret — but their rise off the pitch is one of the most underrated stories in world football. In this episode, Rob Gevertz walks us through his journey from sports media into one of the most commercially advanced clubs in the world. He shares how he broke into the industry, his childhood obsession with socce…

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Easter Is for Everybody - A Conversation with Amanda Suarez and Jon Ogden 53:33

1M ago53:33

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With Easter just a few days away, we’re so excited to share this conversation with Amanda Suarez and Jon Ogden. Amanda and Jon are two of the co-founders of Uplift Kids, a lesson library and curriculum that helps families explore spirituality, values, and emotional health together. Amanda is a school psychologist and certified conscious parenting c…

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What It’s Really Like Owning a Pro Soccer Team in England — with Club Underdog CEO Daniel Hall 44:41

1M ago44:41

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On this episode of The Insider’s Lounge, Chad McArthur sits down with Daniel Hall, Chairman of Dagenham & Redbridge and CEO of Club Underdog, to unpack the business, emotion, and strategy behind modern club ownership. Daniel begins by sharing his personal journey — from a career in law to discovering Dagenham & Redbridge and navigating the complex …

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How to Have a Conversation with God - A Conversation with Adam Miller & Rosalynde Welch 1:05:27

1M ago1:05:27

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This week, we’re so excited to welcome Adam Miller and Rosalynde Welch to talk about their brand-new book, Seven Visions. This book is an exploration of seven visionary experiences in the Doctrine and Covenants—moments where heaven and earth meet in powerful and sometimes surprising ways. Through these visions, Adam and Rosalynde invite us to consi…

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No Agent, No Network, No Clear Path — Devin Amoo-Mensah’s Remarkable Path to Professional Soccer 1:07:04

1M ago1:07:04

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In this episode, Devin Amoo-Mensah shares his remarkable and unconventional journey to becoming a professional soccer player — without an agent, a network, or a clear roadmap. We kick off with how Devin negotiated his first pro contract entirely on his own, before rewinding to his early years and Division 2 college career. From there, we follow his…

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Changemakers - A Conversation with McArthur Krishna and Anne Pimentel 1:07:00

1M ago1:07:00

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This week, we’re really excited to share a conversation about a brand-new Children’s book called Changemakers by McArthur Krishna and Anne Pimentel, with beautiful artwork by Jessica Sarah Beach. The book is a powerful and much-needed affirmation, especially in a moment when many women are quietly wondering where they fit. Through stories from scri…

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Ireland: The Rising Post-Brexit Footballing Force FTS feat. IFB Media 1:32:00

2M ago1:32:00

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In this episode of The Football Talent Show, hosts Adam Lenges and Jacek Kulig are joined by Irish football expert Bill to dive deep into the past, present, and future of football in Ireland. They explore the rise of Irish football, the true level of the League of Ireland, and how COVID and Brexit have shaped the development landscape. The conversa…

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Listening to Women: Jared Halverson hosts Aubrey Chaves, Kathryn Knight Sonntag, and Bethany Brady Spalding 1:01:34

2M ago1:01:34

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Today we’re bringing you a special conversation hosted by Jared Halverson, who’s joined by three women—Bethany Brady Spalding, Kathryn Knight Sonntag, and me—who’ve been part of a larger, ongoing conversation sparked by one of Jared’s recent videos on social media. If you haven’t seen the video, here’s the context: Jared highlighted the recent tren…

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Why Club León’s Disqualification Is Just the Beginning for Liga MX 1:13:06

2M ago1:13:06

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In this episode of The Insider’s Lounge, host Chad McArthur sits down with Iker Nacenta to explore the current and future state of Mexican football through the lens of one of its most shocking recent events — the Club León disqualification from the FIFA Club World Cup. They start by breaking down how multi-club ownership played a role in León’s ban…

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The Blessings of a Quirky Ward - with James Goldberg 58:37

2M ago58:37

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We have a really fun episode for you today—We’re talking with James Goldberg about his delightful book Tales of the Chelm First Ward, which he co-wrote with his, wife Nicole Wilkes Goldberg, and his brother, Mattathias Singh. The book is a collection of fictional stories set in a Latter-day Saint ward in the imagined town of Chelm—a nod to Jewish f…

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Taito Kojima: How He Became Japan’s Youngest Licensed FIFA Agent and CEO of Mundo Rico (S2 E28) 56:05

2M ago56:05

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In this episode of The Insider’s Lounge, we sit down with Taito Kojima, who shares his remarkable journey to becoming Japan’s youngest licensed FIFA agent and the CEO of Mundo Rico. Taito reflects on his early soccer memories growing up in a football-driven household, guided by the influence of his father—a former professional player. By the age of…

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The Path of Descent - A Conversation with Mike Petrow 1:02:10

2M ago1:02:10

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This week, we’re joined by Mike Petrow, who serves as the Director of Formation, Faculty Relations, and Theological Foundations at the Center for Action and Contemplation. The CAC is a nonprofit founded by Father Richard Rohr that introduces seekers to the contemplative Christian path of transformation. Mike is intimately involved with the CAC’s Li…

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Jassem Osseiran: Saudi Soccer Takeover—Ronaldo’s Impact, Pro League’s Future & 2034 FIFA WC (S2 E27) 1:00:36

2M ago1:00:36

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In this episode of The Insider’s Lounge, Jassem Osseiran breaks down Saudi Arabia’s football revolution—from its rapid transformation to the rise of the Saudi Pro League and the country’s 2034 FIFA World Cup ambitions. We start with Jassem’s personal connection to Saudi Arabia, reflecting on how the country has evolved since his childhood. He discu…

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A Counter-culture of Love - A Conversation with David French 1:01:54

2M ago1:01:54

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This week, we’re excited to share a conversation between Zach Davis and New York Times columnist and author David French. David French began his career as a constitutional litigator, with a special focus on religious liberty. He has since become known for his thoughtful, principled political writing, having worked previously for The National Review…

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Georgia Adderley: The Personal Branding Playbook—Why You Can’t Afford to Ignore It (S2 E26) 40:29

2M ago40:29

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We kick things off with Georgia reflecting on her younger self’s career expectations vs. reality—how she envisioned her path and the pivotal moments that changed everything. She then takes us through her decision to break into football, what led her to becoming a licensed agent, and the pros and cons of having a background in PR and marketing when …

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The Ongoing Tug-of-War Between Tradition and Change - A Conversation with Jeff Strong 1:16:06

2M ago1:16:06

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This week, we’re welcoming back our good friend Jeff Strong. Last year, Jeff and his team sent out a survey to the Faith Matters audience as part of a larger research project on faith and church participation. Over 1,600 of you responded, and the results were fascinating! We’re excited to share them with you today. What emerged was a picture of a s…

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It's Competence Not Confidence feat. ICNC Co-Founders Sabrina Carrozza & Gabbie Garbe (S2 E25) 39:04

3M ago39:04

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In this episode, we dive into It's Competence Not Confidence (ICNC) with co-founders Sabrina Carrozza and Gabbie Garbe, a movement redefining how young professionals—particularly women—approach success in their careers. They share the story behind ICNC, why competence should be valued over confidence, and how this mindset shift can create real oppo…

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When Sustaining Means Speaking Up: The Life and Legacy of Marion D. Hanks 52:07

3M ago52:07

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For today’s episode, we’re releasing a fascinating conversation that Aubrey had with Rich Hanks about the life and legacy of his father, Marion D. Hanks. For those who know his name, you’ll know exactly why this conversation matters so much to us—Marion D. Hanks embodied so many of the values we hold dear. He was a leader of immense integrity, a ch…

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Thomas McConkie's back, and this could change your life 36:28

3M ago36:28

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We have been waiting a long time for this episode with our friend Thomas McConkie. As many of you know, Thomas is an incredibly skilled meditation teacher and guide on the path of spiritual awakening. Faith Matters produced his very popular online course Transformations of Faith and also published his incredible book At-One-Ment, which has deeply i…

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Johann Farhat: From Lebanon to Harvard & Chelsea FC—A Story of Obsession & Persistence (S2 E24) 54:12

3M ago54:12

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In this episode of The Insider’s Lounge, Johann Farhat takes us on a remarkable journey marked by resilience, obsession, and persistence. Growing up in Lebanon after moving back from France, Johann faced early challenges as his family struggled to afford private education. Feeling like an outsider among wealthier classmates, it wasn’t until he foun…

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Ethan Reilly - The Secret Playbook to Landing Your DREAM Job in Sports (S2 E23) 54:39

3M ago54:39

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In this episode of The Insider’s Lounge, we sit down with Ethan Reilly, Senior Account Executive at Octagon, one of the world's top sports and entertainment agencies. Beyond his role, Ethan creates sports business content, helping others navigate the process of breaking into the industry and excelling. He has built his career by combining strategic…

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When Faith Heals and When it Hurts -- A Conversation with Janeen Martin 59:45

3M ago59:45

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This week, Tim and I are sharing a fascinating conversation with therapist and researcher Janeen Martin about the complex and deeply personal ways that religion and mental health intersect. Janeen has spent years working with clients navigating the full spectrum of religious experience—some who find their faith to be a source of deep resilience and…

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Japan: The Gem of Asian Football FTS feat. Ryo Nakagawara 2:16:04

3M ago2:16:04

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In this episode of The Football Talent Show, hosts Adam Lenges, and Jacek Kulig, are joined by Japanese football expert & data scientist Ryo Nakagawara to talk about all things Japanese football. They discuss the fascinating youth development being done in the country, the upcoming J1-J3 seasons, & some of the biggest domestic talents to look out f…

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Giulio Tedeschi: Inside UEFA’s €1 Billion Plan & The Truth About Women’s Soccer Contracts (S2 E22) 1:04:47

3M ago1:04:47

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In this episode of The Insider’s Lounge, Chad McArthur sits down with Giulio Tedeschi, a Licensed FIFA Agent and CEO & Founder of Tedeschi & Partners, to break down UEFA’s €1 billion investment in women’s soccer, the realities of contracts, and the economic models shaping the game. Giulio shares how he found a niche in women’s soccer, explaining it…

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How Free is your Will? A Conversation with Terryl Givens 1:01:10

3M ago1:01:10

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This week, we are thrilled to welcome back Terryl Givens—one of our all-time favorite guests and collaborators and someone we always have a running list of topics for. This time, we’re finally diving deep into the topic of agency and free will: it’s something that has come up in many of our past conversations but never had its own dedicated discuss…

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The Football Talent Show Deadline Day Special feat. Adam Lenges, Jacek Kulig & Chad McArthur 1:28:43

3M ago1:28:43

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In this episode of The Football Talent Show, hosts Adam Lenges, Jacek Kulig, and Chad McArthur present the Deadline Day Special—a livestream-turned-podcast capturing the final hours of the transfer window. With thousands of viewers tuning in live, the discussion covers some of the biggest moves and emerging talents from the window. The episode begi…

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