Stone by Stone | The Official ECFC Podcast

Welcome to Stone by Stone, a "soccer talker" (podcast) dedicated to connecting the players, the club and the community. Take a listen or have a watch to discover stories of triumph, hardship and plenty of good ol' fun! Make sure to follow the podcast so you don't miss when episodes drop on Fridays.

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Latest Episode

Ep. 07: Ashley Schlegel In The Castle

ECFC President and CEO Andrew Swanson chats with Forward for the Chicago Stars Ally Schlegel. Schlegel opens up about her advocacy for gender equity in sports, her experience speaking before the Chicago City Council, and what drives her to keep improving on and off the pitch.

Past Episodes

Ep. 06: An Interview with G & TACC Sports

ECFC COO Tom Arnison sits down with John Garcia, a local video professional and the creator of G in Tech Sports, an Instagram page dedicated to showcasing the best soccer plays in the Chicagoland area.

Ep. 05: Kellyn Acosta on Soccer, Style, and Giving Back

ECFC player Lauren Hall sits down with Chicago Fire star Kellyn Acosta to dive into his journey from Plano, Texas, to becoming a professional soccer player in the MLS. Kellyn opens up about his experiences as a multiracial athlete, the challenges he faced in his youth, and how he found his identity both on and off the field.

Ep. 04: Soccer, Art, and Finding Balance with Alyssa Low

ECFC player Lauren Hall chats with Alyssa Low, a talented soccer player, muralist, and designer. Alyssa shares her journey from growing up in Long Grove, Illinois, to balancing her love for soccer and art, and how she turned her pandemic passion into a thriving career.

Ep. 03: From the Field to the Fire with DJ Step

ECFC President and CEO Andrew Swanson chats with DJ Step, the official DJ for the Chicago Fire, about his journey in soccer, music, and community building. From Hartford, Connecticut to Chicago's vibrant music scene, Step shares how soccer has influenced his life and career.

Ep. 02: All-Star Selections & Golden Ball Awards w/ Gabriel Masalu & Bardia Kimiavi

Andrew Swanson sits down with Bardia Kimiavi and Gabriel Masalu to discuss their unique soccer journeys, life at Edgewater Castle FC, and their perspectives on the beautiful game.

Ep. 01: A Global Journey with Roberto Cardano

Andrew Swanson sits down with ECFC player Roberto Cardano to explore his incredible journey through life, soccer, and engineering.