On September 27th, FC holds their annual member meeting. Perfect time, to sit down with Ho-Yeon Kim, the chairman of the Mitgliederrat. This interview was recorded in 2022 but I wanted to wait until the next member meeting to release this episode. Some of the references might be a bit dated. Enjoy!

I had the chance to talk to a real FC Köln legend: ALLY GUDORF of 1. FC Köln Frauen. We look back on their soccer roots, playing for FC for over a decade, developing as a player and Mensch, their time in the US, injuries, playing for the national team, the current season of FC Köln, and their upcoming time with SC Freiburg Frauen! It was fantastic …

I invited our good friend Corey (Milwaukee) for a chat about soccer, stadium experiences, brewing beer, his experience of Cologne aaaaand Kölsch! Since Corey is a brewer he has lots of exciting knowledge about beer and the culture around it to share. Ever looked at the bottling date of a beer before buying it? Well, maybe you should. Learn why and …

Pre-Game Episode! I am joined by Travis (VfB Stuttgart Americana) to talk about the upcoming game, Alexander Wehrle, Bruno Labbadia, last season, FC’s high and Stuttgart's low. Oh and we will talk Karneval as well! Alaaf! As mentioned, you can find VfB Stuttgart Americana here: https://www.vfbstuttgartamericana.com/ https://twitter.com/VfBAmericana…

Big Announcement: FC Köln Supporters from the US are coming to Cologne for Karneval and FC games (Stuttgart & Wolfsburg)! Join them in Kölle!! I am joined by Jake (Effzeh Chicago & 50Plus Döner) and Ryan aka. Lammi (Effzeh Cincinnati) to talk about their plans for the trip, current FC performances and an outlook onto the Rückrunde. As mentioned, yo…

11:11AM on November 11th - It is the start of the Karneval Season in Köln for the 200th time!! Time to take a look at where the Karneval tradition came from, how it developed and what it is today. Many fans from the US are going to Cologne to celebrate Karneval from February 16-22nd, see some soccer games by FC's men and women teams, drink Kölsch, …

Before leaving Cologne in mid August (after the second gameday of the Bundesliga), I had the chance to meet up with legendary commentator Phil Bonney at the Kuhle in the Cologne Südstadt. We had an almost soccer match long chat about local soccer, how a nativity play got him into commentating (eventually), his background in theatre, moving to Colog…

1. FC Köln has one of the best - if not the best - social media presence of all Bundesliga clubs. Time to look behind the facade and talk to them man who answers all your questions via twitter, who live tweets every game, makes sure there is photo and video documentation of every men's and women's team game and so much more. Of course there is a wh…

1. FC Köln's Frauen start their next Bundesliga season next month. Perfect time to talk to one of the player who joined the team recently: Genessee Daughetee Puntigam. We had a great conversation about growing up in the US, playing away from home all over Europe, Genessee's goals and expectations with Effzeh, and her decision to take a one year bre…

EUROPA!!! 1. FC KÖLN is playing european soccer again, perfect time to talk to assistant coach René Wagner about Effzeh's europa curse, Antony's departure, his work as a soccer coach in the US and more. Enjoy! A very big thanks to Lil Zercher & Jonny Walsh for setting up the interview and helping with visual material. Danke! Contact: effzehuvverall…

Effzeh Üvverall is back! The Bundesliga is back! FC Köln is back! This episode is a short intro for all fans old and new. Check out the team news and learn about the english translation of the club anthem. Enjoy! Contact: effzehuvverall@gmail.com Twitter: Effzeh Üvverall

I had the opportunity to have a conversation with Kevin McKenna the former player and current assistant coach for FC Köln. We talk about his time playing for the club between 2007-2014, his coaching career, what makes the Baumgart coaching team so successful, developing a club and creating a winning team. Enjoy! Contact: effzehuvverall@gmail.com Tw…

The guest for this episode is no other than the new captain of Chicago Fire - the man who renamed the city to CZICHAGO - Rafael Czichos. We talk about his time in Cologne, what brought him to the US, family, what he wants to achieve and why he likes his new team so much. Enjoy! Contact: effzehuvverall@gmail.com Twitter: Effzeh Üvverall…

On Thursday February 24th Karneval kicks of in Cologne for the 199th time since the founding of the Karneval Komitee! Time to look at the festivities. Join me for a deep dive into the traditions, what happens on the days of Karneval, where the term derives from, and the history and problems of Karneval. Enjoy! 1880 - Held Karneval Official Karneval…

For the first time in EU history, it is a meeting of the podcast worlds. Chicago is calling Hamburg to talk about Cologne! I am so glad to have had this conversation with Denis from the German #TrotzdemHier Podcast. Trotzdem Hier Podcast Trotzdem Hier on Twitter As mentioned by Denis: Otzentreff Coloniabar spielverlagerung.de effzeh.com Contact: ef…

My favorite guest so far: JAKE. He is amazing, a true Soccer fan, the key person who built the Effzeh Fan Network across the US, and the admin of Effzeh Chicago. We discuss Effzeh, fan culture in US Soccer, US fan meetups, the history of the US Effzeh Network, Bundesliga, what happens when FC reaches Bundesliga stardom, and, oh yeah, Bonn!Watch Jak…

Season 2 is here! We are kicking it off with local music legends CAT BALLOU! Dominik Schönenborn, Yannick Richter and I talk about Kölle, kölsche music, their musical journey, their new album ALLES BUNT (out on MIAO RECORDS) and their plans for the future. Enjoy! Yannick's Music Tip: Tobe Nwigwe Dominik's Music Tip: Coldplay Cat Ballou Website Cat …

This time with Fumihiko. We talk about the importance of bundesliga in Japan, a christmas party with leverkusen fans, japanese players and japanese fans, his pre-game rituals and the plans of effzeh and japan. Contact: effzehuvverall@gmail.com Twitter: Effzeh Üvverall

I am joined by Martin, an Effzeh Fan from the Netherlands. We talk about Effzeh, living close to Köln but in another country, dutch soccer and Reibekuchen. Enjoy! Thanks to Amber Barrett for the intro and to Jonny for helping with club contacts! Here is a recipe for Reibekuchen Contact: effzehuvverall@gmail.com Twitter: Effzeh Üvverall…

I am joined by Derek Rae - commentator, voice of fifa games, and fellow effzeh fan. We talk about what started his passion for soccer and broadcasting, the philosophy behind it, discuss Köln, Effzeh, being a fan, and the Bundesliga on the international stage. Enjoy! As mentioned in the episode: FC Köln vs. Glasgow Rangers 1988 Hinspiel FC Köln vs. …

Alaaf! For this episode I am joined by Peter from the effzeh fan group Cologne Slovakia. He has been an effzeh fan and member for over 30 years. We talk about his childhood, becoming a fan, travelling to cologne and how he stays in contact with the club and other fans. As mentioned in the episode: Effzeh Karnevalstraining Contact: effzehuvverall@gm…

Welcome to Effzeh Üvverall. Why do we need another podcast about FC Köln? Listen to the story that lead me to start this project. Contact: effzehuvverall@gmail.com Twitter: Effzeh Üvverall

Welcome to BehindTheGrams #041 With Special Guest Lindsay Hale! Lindsay is based out of Massachusetts and is currently Attending College along with working for a radio station for three years now, Lindsay is Also Legally Blind. She Has recently had to give up her seeing eye dog because of cancer, and has just got a beautiful new Guide and addition …

Welcome to BehindTheGrams #040 With Special Guest thebowtiepsychic based out of NY, Louis.. The Bow Tie Psychic highlights pop culture, politics, and literature from a Lightworker's perspective. Thank you very much for joining us here on BehindTheGrams where we dig into the stories, motivations and inspirations behind what we do as creators, artist…

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Welcome to BehindTheGrams #033 With Special Guest Ian Kay, Based out of Torrance California! Ian has such an amazing story with so many goals and projects in the works.. What an inspiring interview to tune into! Thank you very much for joining us here on BehindTheGrams where we dig into the stories, motivations and inspirations behind what we do as…

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Welcome To BehindTheGrams #026 - Kayla Cardona (17, Homeless & Pregnant) Part1/2. Wow what a heart felt story of how Kayla was 17 years old, Finding out she is Pregnant and soon abandoned by everyone she once thought loved and supported her! Listen to this podcast to be inspired by this phenomenal story of perseverance and self belief! Thank you ve…

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Welcome to BehindTheGrams #023 - With Special Guest Macus Bazan, A Realtor based here in California. Macus Is a father, Husband, Realtor, Leader & Student. Check out this amazing podcast for some great info into the Realestate industry and if your are interested in more information be sure to go check out some of Marcus content Via Instagram! @baza…

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Welcome to BehindTheGrams - 018 - With Special Guest Raul Vallacis, A Father, Son, Husband, Mentor, Investor and much more! Be sure to tune into this episode to hear how Raul has mentored so many to become the best versions of themselves possible all while building substantial wealth! Thank you very much for joining us here on BehindTheGrams where …

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