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Hosted by Megan · 🇺🇸 US · EN-US · 37 episodes
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The Soccer Ladder with Li & Me is a podcast dedicated to young soccer players and their families who dream of going pro. Hosted by soccer mom Megan Linke and her son Liam, this show brings in professional players, coaches, and industry experts to share their journeys and offer insights into what it takes to climb the ranks in the soccer world. Whether you're just starting or already on the path, we provide real stories, practical advice, and inspiration to help you reach the next level. For more follow us along @liandmeinnyc on YouTube and Instagram *Don't forget to give us a review below
Megan hosts The Soccer Ladder with Li & Me, a sports show with 37 episodes published.
MLS veteran Kei Kamara has built an incredible career in soccer, but his impact goes far beyond the field. In this special conversation for The Soccer Ladder with Li & Me, Kei shares the heart behind the Kei Kamara HEART
Former MLS and U.S. Men’s National Team midfielder Dax McCarty joins The Soccer Ladder for a special conversation filmed during MLS All-Star Week. After nearly two decades playing at the professional level, Dax shares th
Former professional player, Olympian, and MLS on Apple TV Studio Analyst Kaylyn Kyle joins me during MLS All-Star Week for a special conversation on The Soccer Ladder. Kaylyn shares her perspective on what separates play
Real Madrid and Germany star Antonio Rüdiger joins The Soccer Ladder for a special conversation from the United Nations in New York City. Antonio shares the heart behind the Antonio Rüdiger Foundation, why giving back is
In Episode 37 of The Soccer Ladder, Megan and Liam sit down with Lou Ruffien, French Youth National Team player, Paris FC academy standout, and incoming Harvard Women's Soccer student-athlete. After representing France a
In Episode 35 of The Soccer Ladder, Megan and Liam sit down with soccer legend Tab Ramos. A three-time FIFA World Cup player, Olympian, former U.S. U-20 Men’s National Team Head Coach, and MLS Head Coach, Tab shares less
A conversation on access, opportunity, and using soccer to change communities. Hosts Megan Liam About This Episode In Episode 34 of The Soccer Ladder, we sit down with Janine Willis , former Canadian Women’s National Tea
A conversation on player pathways, local talent, and building the next generation through community. Hosts Megan Liam About This Episode In Episode 33 of The Soccer Ladder, we sit down with Jose Angulo (@j_angulo), Scout
A conversation on fueling youth athletes, building longevity, and mastering the fundamentals of performance. Hosts Megan Liam About This Episode In Episode 32 of The Soccer Ladder, we’re joined by Dr Marc Bubbs (@Drbubbs
A conversation on development, pressure, longevity, and building the next generation of players. Hosts Megan Liam About This Episode In Episode 31 of The Soccer Ladder, we are joined by Jozy Altidore (@jozyaltidore) — a
A behind-the-scenes look at elite preparation, mindset, and what young players can learn from the highest level of the game. About This Episode In Episode 30 of The Soccer Ladder, we are joined by Jesús Pérez (@jpp_71),
A behind-the-scenes look at how the world’s top athletes fuel performance, recovery, and longevity — and what youth players and parents can learn from elite nutrition strategies. About This Episode In Episode 29 of The S
In this episode of The Soccer Ladder , hosts Megan Linke (@meganlinkeofficial) and Liam Linke (@liamlinke18) sit down with Amir Lowery — former professional player, D.C. native, and founder of Open Goal Project . Amir sh
In Episode 27 of The Soccer Ladder , we’re joined by Jeroen Chantrain , a Belgian youth coach who has worked at two of the most iconic clubs in European football — RSC Anderlecht , Belgium’s most successful club, and Roy
Local Football, Access, and the Future of the American Player Pathway In Episode 26 of The Soccer Ladder, Megan sits down for a solo-hosted conversation with the voice behind @TheExchangeFc a platform deeply rooted in
This one really is legendary — we’re welcoming our first-ever NWSL player to The Soccer Ladder! In this episode, we’re joined by Haley McCutcheon of the Orlando Pride , and she brings such real, grounded insight into wha
This week on The Soccer Ladder , we’re joined by Bryan Jordan (@bj_6) — former LA Galaxy winger, two-time MLS Cup champion, and one of the hardest-working pros of his era. From grinding through trials to sharing a locker
In this inspiring episode of The Soccer Ladder, we sit down with Mike Chabala (@michaelchabala) — former Houston Dynamo defender, two-time MLS Cup Champion, and founder of @sphere.club — to explore the full-circle journe
This week on @thesoccerladder , hosts @meganlinkeofficial and @liamlinke18 sit down with Chijioke Akujuobi (@choppaholic5) — the creator and host of @victorychatterpodcast / @victorychatterpod — for a powerful conversati
Guest: Fre Frans, former pro defender turned coach at RWDM Brussels 📲 IG: @frefrans In this inspiring and globe-spanning episode, we sit down with Belgian footballer and coach Fre Frans (@frefrans), who shares his journ
Tab Ramos
soccer legend
1 appearance on this show
Dr Marc Bubbs
performance nutritionist
1 appearance on this show
Mauricio Pochettino
head coach of the USMNT · U.S. Men's National Team
1 appearance on this show
John Davis
veteran, Harvard graduate, veteran advocate, traveler · Q360 Workforce Solutions
1 appearance on this show
Janine Willis
Soccer in the Streets
1 appearance on this show
Jose Angulo
New York Cosmos
1 appearance on this show
Jesús Pérez
U.S. Men’s National Team
1 appearance on this show
Amir Lowery
Open Goal Project
1 appearance on this show
Haley McCutcheon
Orlando Pride
1 appearance on this show
Ruben Cisneros
Chicago Fire FC
1 appearance on this show
Roark Daughtridge
DC United Academy
1 appearance on this show
Ryan Daughtridge
@ringersfootball
1 appearance on this show
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