The 1st Half Culture Show

The 1st Half

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The 1st Half Culture Show is a unique podcast series that explores the profound impact of football on North American culture. Hosted by restaurateur and footy culture junkie Paul Desbaillets, this series unites football enthusiasts to discover how the beautiful game influences fashion, art, music, and food. Featuring visits to local neighborhoods and businesses, and interviews with chefs, athletes, artists, and tastemakers, it delves into street art and local scenes. The show provides a vibrant glimpse into how futbol merges with daily life and creativity. Join us for a unique North American perspective on football.Available in video format exclusively o...

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Recent episodes

  • From Montreal to Trinidad 🇹🇹 | Anthony Corneli’s Football Journey with FC SupérieurMar 5, 2026 · 25 min
  • Inside the Business of Canadian Soccer | Laura Armstrong on Media, Growth & World Cup MomentumFeb 26, 2026 · 25 min
  • Felicia Roy on Turning Pro, Montreal Roses & the Growth of Women’s Football in CanadaFeb 5, 2026 · 18 min
  • Sean Rea on Pro Football, Quebec’s New Era & Life Inside the Game ⚽Jan 29, 2026 · 18 min
  • David Choiniere Returns Home 🇨🇦 | CPL Champion on FC Supra, Forge FC & Football ObsessionJan 22, 2026 · 18 min
  • Football Is Culture. This Is The 1st Half | Music, Food, Art & the Road to World Cup 2026Jan 7, 2026 · 2 min
  • Quebec Football Mentality 🇨🇦 | Forge FC Coach Kyt Selaidopoulos on CPL, Futsal & World Cup GrowthDec 18, 2025 · 18 min
  • Nick Razzaghi on Ego, Culture & Building FC Supra | Canadian Premier League Coaching MindsetDec 11, 2025 · 19 min
  • “I Thought It Was Over”: Zorhan Bassong on His Shocking Return to Team CanadaDec 4, 2025 · 19 min
  • From Refugee Camp to Football: The Inspiring Journey of Novello Yoseke | South Sudan to CF MontréalDec 3, 2025 · 35 min

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