The 1st Half Culture Show

Author: The 1st Half

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 on YouTube:  @the1sthalf_   All Things Soccer Culture Our Game, Our Spin!#acertianstyleoflife 
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Genres: Soccer, Society & Culture, Sports

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“I Thought It Was Over”: Zorhan Bassong on His Shocking Return to Team Canada
Thursday, 4 December, 2025

From Belgium’s academy system to the World Cup stage — resilience defined.Team Canada defender Zorhan Bassong, now with Sporting Kansas City in MLS, joins Paul Desbaillets for a powerful conversation about sacrifice, identity, and rebuilding a career across continents.Bassong opens up about:leaving Canada at 14 to pursue elite development in Belgiumnavigating the challenges of European football as a teenager abroadfighting through setbacks in Romania and finding his way back in MLSearning a national team recall after four yearswhy mindset and gratitude shape every part of his journeyand what the rise of North American football means before World Cup 2026⚽ The 1st Half Culture ShowPresented by Breville in collaboration with evenko and CULTMTL.Watch the full video here & listen wherever you get your podcasts.#The1stHalf #acertainstyleoflife #footballis #ZorhanBassong #TeamCanada #SportingKC #MLS #CanadaSoccer #WorldCup2026 #Breville #NorthAmericanFootball #FootballCulture #Resilience #SportsMindset