Best Marquez Fields Podcasts (2025)

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The Story of Year One — Tom Penn on Identity, Moments & the Innocent Rise of SDFC 40:03

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For the final time in Year One, Behind the Flow returns to reflect on a season nobody expected and a connection nobody could have predicted. San Diego FC’s inaugural campaign is now complete. We’re joined in this episode by CEO Tom Penn, who reflects on the “20-month sprint” and, in his words, the “innocent rise” of SDFC. A year that began with que…

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Rewinding the Journey — Tyler Heaps, Foundations & the Making of San Diego FC | Re-Air 40:12

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San Diego FC’s inaugural season has reached its conclusion. A 3–1 loss to Vancouver in the Western Conference Final brought a tough end to an extraordinary Year One — a season where SDFC finished as the No. 1 seed, set an expansion points record, and came within one step of MLS Cup. Pride, even in heartbreak. With emotions still fresh, Adrian Garcí…

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Western Final Preview — Ian Joy on San Diego’s Rise, Rookie Brilliance & the Müller Test 32:58

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San Diego FC are heading to the Western Conference Final — in their inaugural MLS season. A tense 1–0 win over Minnesota United, sealed by Anders Dreyer’s strike and Ian Pilcher’s extraordinary goal-line clearance, has pushed this expansion side into rare territory. Another sellout. Another statement night. Adrian García-Márquez hosts alongside Kat…

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Semi-Final Special — Tyler Heaps on Year One, Identity & Building the Club 34:19

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It’s Semi-Final week and Sporting Director Tyler Heaps joins us to reflect on his first season building San Diego FC from the ground up. Darren Smith caught up with him at the training ground for a candid look at recruitment, identity, lessons learned, and the foundations for Year Two. And yes — we had to ask which current SDFC player most mirrors …

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Back Where It All Started – Preseason Revisited | Re-Air 55:14

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Fresh from a statement 4-0 win over the Portland Timbers, San Diego FC has booked its place in the Western Conference semifinals — and the city is buzzing. With an international break giving us a brief pause in the action, Behind the Flow rewinds to where it all began: the final chapter of our behind-the-scenes documentary series, Episode 10: Prese…

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Win, or Go Home – Luchi Gonzalez on Mikey Varas, Playoff Mindset & Game 3 35:12

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Saturday night in Portland was a rollercoaster. San Diego FC led twice through Amahl Pellegrino and Hirving “Chucky” Lozano — only to be pegged back in stoppage time before falling on penalties. Now, with the series level, it all comes down to one last game — a sold-out decider at Snapdragon Stadium this Sunday night. Adrian García-Márquez is joine…

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Inside the Stands — Riptides, Frontera SD, and a Playoff Night to Remember 33:07

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San Diego FC’s first-ever MLS playoff night was one to remember. In front of 32,500 fans at Snapdragon Stadium, Onni Valakari made history with the club’s first playoff goal before Anders Dreyer doubled the lead in a 2–1 win over Portland — a night that showed just how far this club and city have come. With Adrian García-Márquez on World Series dut…

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From the Field to the Classroom – How Right to Dream Is Shaping the Future in San Diego 41:40

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Right to Dream has built a global reputation for developing not just footballers, but leaders — from its academies in Ghana, Denmark, and Egypt to its newest home in the United States. Fresh from a 4–0 win away to Portland that sealed top spot in the West, Behind the Flow shifts focus from the players making headlines to the ones who could follow i…

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The Devil’s in the Data – SDFC on the Inside: Turning Numbers into Wins 30:22

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With Decision Day and the playoffs approaching, Behind the Flow takes a brief pause from the action on the field to explore how San Diego FC are using data to empower decisions — turning raw numbers into real-world results, with people at the heart of it all. Adrian García-Márquez is joined by ESPN’s Katia Castorena and San Diego Sports 760’s Darre…

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Hirving “Chucky” Lozano – Family, Football and Finding Home in San Diego 33:01

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Fresh from breaking MLS expansion records for most wins and points in a single season, San Diego FC are in celebration mode — and so are we. This week, Behind the Flow brings you something special: the full, unedited conversation with Hirving “Chucky” Lozano. A few weeks ago, Chucky featured in our Hispanic Heritage episode — but so many of you ask…

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The SDFC Brand – Crest, Colours and Chrome Uniting a Community 30:03

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When San Diego FC first unveiled their look, it sparked debate. Some called the badge AI-generated, others dismissed the shirt as a dud. But in just a few months, both have become symbols of a club finding its identity. This week, Behind the Flow dives into the story of the brand. Adrian García-Márquez is joined by ESPN’s Katia Castorena and San Di…

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Our Heartbeat – Mexico’s Influence and Hirving “Chucky” Lozano Joins the Show 32:07

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From his unveiling at the Shell to his first goal at Snapdragon, Hirving “Chucky” Lozano has quickly become the face of San Diego FC. This week, Behind the Flow goes beyond the headlines to hear from the man himself — the Mexican superstar whose arrival has electrified the city. Adrian García-Márquez is joined by ESPN’s Katia Castorena and San Dieg…

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The Coach Who Made San Diego Flow – The Inside Story on Mikey Varas 46:16

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From thirty strangers to the top of the West, San Diego FC’s debut season has been shaped by one man: Head Coach Mikey Varas. This week, Behind the Flow steps off the pitch and into the dugout to uncover the story of San Diego’s first head coach — his Chilean-American roots, his coaching journey, the inspiration he’s drawn from football’s biggest n…

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The Backline Boys — McSmash Brothers, Youth Rising & the Rottweiler at the Door 42:13

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After a week dedicated to goals, Behind the Flow flips the script to spotlight the galácticos who stop them: the San Diego FC defense. Adrian García-Márquez is joined by ESPN’s Katia Castorena and San Diego Sports 760’s Darren Smith to break down the numbers, the partnerships, and the personalities behind one of MLS’s most compelling back lines. We…

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Goals, Goals, Goals — The Art of Attacking Soccer with Anders Dreyer and Tyler Heaps 40:08

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From the outset of San Diego FC's season, hope was laid at the feet (and head) of Scandinavian sharpshooter Marcus Ingvartsen. But with him sidelined, the team has had to find alternatives at the number nine position. And with 54 goals so far — tied for the most in MLS this season — it’s clear those alternatives are working. In this episode, Adrian…

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Beat LA! — Fan Culture, Rivalries & the rise of Frontera SD 42:51

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Behind the Flow turns the spotlight on the lifeblood of the game: the fans. From the blueprint of the Portland Timbers Army to the birth of San Diego’s own Frontera SD supporters’ union, we explore how culture in the stands is shaping the club on and off the pitch. We hear from SDFC CEO Tom Penn, Timbers Army 107 founder Fernando “Nando” Machicado …

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Relentless Football — Inside SDFC’s Style with Mikey Varas, Frank Hjortebjerg & Jeppe Tverskov 45:52

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San Diego FC’s bold, risk-taking style has taken MLS by storm — but what does it really mean to play the Right to Dream way? Behind the Flow dives into the tactics and culture that have powered SDFC to the top of the Western Conference. Adrian Garcia Marquez, ESPN’s Katia Castorena, and San Diego Sports 760’s Darren Smith unpack the methods behind …

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Rookies — Ian Pilcher and Manu Duah Take Their Chance + Inside SDFC’s Scouting “Stress Test” 45:23

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As San Diego FC’s debut season pushes into a crucial playoff race, Behind the Flow dives into a landmark first meeting with the San Jose Earthquakes — and the mentality that’s kept SDFC on top of the Western Conference. Adrian Garcia Marquez is back in the chair, alongside ESPN’s Katia Castorena and San Diego Sports 760’s Darren Smith, as they unpa…

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Dream Start Recap + SDFC CEO Tom Penn on "Those" Chants 44:03

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As San Diego FC pauses at the halfway point of their dream debut season, Behind the Flow kicks off a new run of weekly episodes — discussing every twist of the second half. Adrian Garcia Marquez returns to host, joined by ESPN’s Katia Castorena and San Diego Sports 760’s Darren Smith, as they break down the season’s highs, lows, and landmark moment…

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Episode 10: Preseason 52:53

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It’s January 2025, and just weeks before SDFC embarks on its maiden season. The training facility at Singing Hills finally opens its doors — just in the nick of time! But not before pausing to celebrate the land and the people who made it possible. As Tyler puts the finishing touches on his playing squad, we join Mikey and his new players for their…

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Episode 9: The Draft 43:28

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It’s draft day — and Tyler’s big date with destiny! The SDFC recruitment team braces for a whirlwind 48 hours of wheeling and dealing as they look to lock down the spine of their first-ever team via the MLS Expansion Draft. But after weeks of careful planning, it all goes out the window when the unprotected player list finally goes live. There are …

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Episode 8: Scouting without Borders 43:09

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In this episode, we step inside the Right to Dream Academy: San Diego. With ambitions to be the most advanced facility of its kind in North America, the clock is ticking to get it ready for their first wave of student-athletes in 2025. We meet the club’s team of scouts — the largest in MLS — and learn what they’re doing differently in order to unea…

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Episode 7: Building the Future 42:52

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Right to Dream has landed in Southern California with a bold plan to revolutionize youth development. But is everyone happy to see them? San Diego is known as a hotbed of soccer talent — home to some of the nation's top youth clubs, each with their own way of doing things. We meet the SDFC staff who are out in the community, working to win hearts a…

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Episode 6: Building a Team 43:10

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It’s November 2024, less than three months until SDFC play their first-ever game — and they only have six players on their roster. But in a few weeks’ time, they’ll have an opportunity to change that with the MLS Expansion Draft and SuperDraft. Tyler and Mikey now focus on how to build a team that can play in the Right to Dream style — while winnin…

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Episode 5: The Playbook 43:13

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Mikey and Tyler start strategizing on how to build a Right to Dream club, true to the organization’s philosophy, while representing the people of Southern California. But before they can start thinking about players and tactics, they set off on a whirlwind world tour of the Right to Dream network. They visit Ghana, Egypt, and Denmark to see what le…

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Episode 4: Uniting a Fanbase 46:14

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San Diegans love their sports teams — but there’s also been more than a little heartbreak over the years. It’s a history littered with false dawns and tragic endings, not least when it comes to soccer teams. The job SDFC faces is simple: unite seven fragmented supporter groups under one banner, and appeal to a city of passionate fans in time for ma…

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Episode 3: Financing a Franchise 46:53

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So, what does it take to win the rights to become Major League Soccer’s 30th team? And who would pay half a billion dollars to do it?! In this episode, we explore the unlikely partnership behind SDFC: Right to Dream — a revolutionary global soccer group — and the Sycuan Band of the Kumeyaay Nation — the first Native American owners in men’s profess…

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Episode 2: Rookies (Part 2) 34:24

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It’s September 2024. The national sports press has gathered at Snapdragon Stadium for the unveiling of San Diego FC’s first-ever head coach — Mikey Varas. As he prepares to face the media and the fans, we delve into the club’s hiring process and hear from those behind the decision to bring Mikey to America’s Finest City. Coming off a tumultuous two…

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Episode 1: Rookies (Part 1) 36:37

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It’s the summer of 2024 — four months since the announcement that MLS is finally coming to San Diego, and just over six months until SDFC takes the field for their first-ever game. Join us behind the scenes to see what it takes to launch a sports organization from scratch; hear what the soccer-loving people of San Diego really think — and meet the …

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Introducing: San Diego FC: Behind the Flow 2:39

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Delta Flows Podcast Ep. 6 (ft. Dr Jon Rosenfield) 52:10

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We're joined by Dr. Jon Rosenfield from San Francisco Baykeeper to talk about all things related to the State of Water and Science for California, particularly the Bay-Delta. For example, how do freshwater flows dictate the health of the Bay-Delta? What about when to use the best available science for water-related management? This interview highli…

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Delta Flows Podcast EP. 5 (ft. Barbara Barrigan-Parrilla & Morgen Snyder) 55:16

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Delta Flows EP 5 Description: The Delta Tunnel would be the largest transfer of public wealth in California for the last forty years. Officially known as the Delta Conveyance Project, the Delta Tunnel has been called a “climate adaptation project” which is simply not true. It has more accurately been referred to as a zombie project because it has b…

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Delta Flows Podcast Ep. 4 (ft. Keiko Mertz & Ashley Overhouse) 50:29

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Delta Flows Podcast Ep. 3 (ft. Scott Artis) 46:28

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As California endures its second year without a commercial salmon season, the toll on families, businesses, and the environment has become increasingly evident. Chinook salmon, a critical keystone species, are disappearing from our rivers, putting entire food webs and communities at risk. In this episode, we’re joined by Scott Artis, Executive Dire…

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Delta Flows Podcast Ep. 2 (ft. Dr. Caleb Scoville) 39:50

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Tune in and learn about how the Delta smelt got tied up with Big Ag, California Water Wars, and national political divide. How have these widespread narratives affected the species as a whole and environmental justice communities in the region? What happens when scientific data goes into the wrong hands? The Delta smelt, a small fish that is an ind…

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Delta Flows Podcast EP. 1 (ft. Gary Mulcahy) 49:25

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The Sacramento-San Joaquin Delta is the largest estuary on the West Coast of the Americas, and its ecosystem is of national importance. Delta Flows is a new podcast from Restore the Delta that examines the future of the Delta, as a region. We will be looking at how state and federal policies impact estuary health and the health of the 4 million res…

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