Chewin' It with Kevin ad Steve

World Cup Fever!

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Jul 9, 2014
Steve and Kevin dive into the electrifying world of soccer, with Steve passionately cheering for Team Argentina while Kevin navigates the sport's complexities. They share nostalgic childhood memories, contrasting Argentine soccer culture with U.S. fandom. The duo humorously discusses the frenzy surrounding the World Cup, debates player transfers, and reflects on their own soccer experiences. Anecdotes about cooking disasters and youth coaching chaos add a delightful twist, making for an entertaining journey through soccer's global spectacle.
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ANECDOTE

A Childhood Shaped By Argentine Matches

  • Kevin and his dad watched Argentinian games together, creating lifelong fandom and rituals.
  • Kevin vividly remembers attending Boca Juniors at La Bombonera at 14 with Maradona present.
ANECDOTE

Dulce De Leche Disaster

  • Kevin's father boiled condensed milk to make dulce de leche and forgot it overnight.
  • The cans exploded, covering ceilings and walls in caramel and ruining his planned day off.
INSIGHT

Why Soccer's U.S. Surge Is Temporary

  • World Cups spike U.S. interest but the passion rarely sustains afterwards.
  • Kevin and Steve note U.S. soccer struggles stem from competing sports and inconsistent pro-level draw.
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