On a crisp evening in Manhattan, the podcast Orange Slices, created by former U.S. Men’s National Team defender Heath Pearce, gathered fans and players inside the retro‑styled venue Saturdays Football, a space that blends vintage jerseys with a community‑focused atmosphere.
A Night of Soccer Culture in Manhattan
The live show, timed with the city’s recent Knicks championship parade, featured a conversation with former USMNT player Jimmy Conrad and lively fan interactions, turning the venue into a hub of shared stories and questions.
Attendees swapped stories, asked questions, and collected giveaways, creating a marketplace of ideas that underscored the podcast’s mission to narrow the gap between supporters and professionals.
Sponsorship and Future Content
FanDuel Predicts, the sports‑analytics arm of the betting platform FanDuel, presented the event and announced an upcoming series on FanDuel TV that will deepen its soccer coverage, reflecting the brand’s expanding role in the sport.
Organized by the production house For Soccer, the gathering also highlighted the role of lifestyle brand Gemini XIII, which contributed to the night’s visual identity and underscored the collaborative nature of modern soccer culture.
Looking Ahead
Pearce emphasized that the podcast will continue to spotlight grassroots narratives, aiming to make American soccer culture more inclusive and accessible, while the partnership with FanDuel paves the way for more live events that connect athletes, fans, and media.