About this podcast
Beckham’s Basement Podcast
Welcome to the Beckham’s Basement Roundtable — where four friends in Charleston break down the beautiful game from every angle. From the biggest headlines shaking world football to the subtle moves shaping its long-term future, we cover it all: transfers, financials, front office drama, managerial sackings, ownership politics, and the business behind the badges.
Each week, we dive into the current events driving the global conversation while honoring the history that built the sport. Who’s elevating the game? Who’s hurting it? What decisions will matter most five years from now? Nothing is off the table.
With three distinct perspectives — sometimes aligned, sometimes completely at odds — expect passionate debates, sharp analysis, a few controversial takes, and always entertaining conversation. Whether it’s Premier League chaos, European giants in transition, or seismic shifts in the global game, we’re talking about it.
Pull up a chair in the basement in Charleston and join the roundtable.
This is football talk that’s informed, unfiltered, and never boring.
Episodes
The newest 20 of 84 episodes
- Episode 81 - MANCHESTER CITY, GUILTY AS CHARGED - Now What? PLUS... Manchester United in Free Fall & "Der Klassiker" BVB vs. Bayern · 2 h 3 min · Season 3 Episode 81EPISODE 81: MAN CITY GUILTY — CHEATERS TO THE TOP! The Basement is back, and European football is in absolute CHAOS! Join Critty, Nick, and Tim for another explosive episode of…
- Episode 80 - The SCHALKEMERICA Podcast Returns To The BASEMENT + Catching Up Across Europe’s Top 5 Leagues!! · 2 h 15 min · Season 3 Episode 80Critty, Tim and Nick are back around the microphones to catch up on everything happening across European football — from surprises in Germany and the latest Premier League…
- Episode 79 - LIVE FROM EDMUND'S OAST BREWING! Chelsea vs. Arsenal LIVE REACTION + WEEKEND ANALYSIS! · 1 h 35 min · Season 3 Episode 76LIVE FROM EDMUND'S OAST BREWING: In this episode, Critty and Tim watch the Chelsea vs. Arsenal match LIVE and analyze recent football matches, including Premier League…
- Episode 78 - SEASON Previews for La Liga, Ligue 1, Bundesliga, Serie A & Premier League PLUS TRANSFER CHAOS!!! · 1 h 59 min · Season 3 Episode 75In this episode, the Basement analyzes the latest in football transfers, team performances, and league updates, providing insights into how these changes impact the season. They…
- Episode 77 - SPAIN Conquers the WORLD - Messi Cries Beautiful Tears & KLOPP and MOURINHO ARE BACK!!! · 2 h 9 min · Season 3 Episode 76In this episode, the Basement analyzes the recent World Cup final, managerial moves, and transfer market dynamics, offering insights into team strategies, player performances…
- Episode 76: WORLD CUP Extravaganza!- American Culture, Football Future & We Pick The Entire Knockout Stage! · 2 h 42 min · Season 3 Episode 76In this episode, the hosts discuss the excitement surrounding the 2026 World Cup, predictions for the knockout stages, and the cultural shock experienced by international fans…
- Episode 75 - YOUR WORLD CUP 2026 PREVIEW!!! - Plus - Arsenal Proves Again Why They Are Undisputed Bottle Kings · 2 h 12 min · Season 3 Episode 75Summary An in-depth analysis of the 2026 World Cup, team performances, and tactical insights from Basement experts Critty, Nick, and Tim. Conversation around the upcoming World…
- Episode 74 - The World Cup Is Coming… But Football Has a Bigger Problem + UCL Preview! · 1 h 50 min · Season 3 Episode 74Summary In this episode the basement lads go into an in-depth discussion on the current state of European football, Premier League title race, Champions League prospects, and…
- Episode 73 - Mamma Mia, Not Again: The Azzurri's Last Stand & The USMNT's Coming Out Party · 1 h 59 min · Season 3 Episode 72In this episode, the Basement discusses the significance of the current international break, highlighting its potential impact on World Cup qualifying. They delve into Mohamed…
- Episode 72 - London Is On Fire! (Tottenham & Arsenal Are.... Free Fallin'!!!) · 1 h 54 min · Season 3 Episode 72In this episode, the Basement Crew discusses the current state of football, focusing on the challenges faced by Spurs and Arsenal. They delve into the financial discrepancies in…
- Episode 71 - 2026 New Year Resolutions: Sack YOUR Manager!!! - Basement BEST OF 2025 Awards! · 2 h 21 min · Season 3 Episode 2In this episode, Critty, Stephen, Nick and Tim dive into the tumultuous world of football management, focusing on the recent managerial sackings in major clubs like Manchester…
- Episode 70 - The Future of American Soccer: USL, MLS & USMNT · 2 h 14 min · Season 3 Episode 70In this episode, Critty, Nick, Tim and Stephen discuss the financial aspects of football, focusing on the US Men's National Team's recent performance and the implications of…
- Episode 69 - Round-table discussion: Football's Terminal Cancer - The Money Train · 2 h 6 min · Season 2 Episode 1Critty, Nick, Stephen, and Tim dissect the most dangerous crisis in modern soccer: debt. We break down how top spenders are trapped in a vicious, unsustainable cycle of spiraling…
- Episode 68 - Arne Slot Makes Gary Neville Concede & LFC's Free Agent Updates (Mo, VVD, Trent) · 1 h 1 min · Season 2 Episode 13In this episode, Our boy Critty discusses the current state of the Premier League, focusing on Arsenal's struggles and Liverpool's impending title win. He delves into Liverpool's…
- Episode 67 - Liverpool In Prime Position For #20 & The Massive Darwin Nunez Problem · 54 min · Season 2 Episode 12In this episode, Critty discusses Liverpool's recent triumph in and all but clinching their 20th English top flight league title, reflecting on the team's performance and the…
- Episode 66 - Tactics, Man Management Or Superior Talent - What Truly Creates A Winner In Football? · 1 h 32 min · Season 2 Episode 11Summary The Basement discusses the latest transfer rumors surrounding Trent Alexander-Arnold and Mohamed Salah, analyzing the implications of their potential moves. They delve…
- Episode 65 - TRANSFERS, TRANSFERS, TRANFERS!!! 2025 January Transfer Show! (Happy New Year!) · 2 h 7 min · Season 2 Episode 10Happy New Year to everyone! Welcome to Year 3 of Beckham's Basement and the 2025 January Transfer show! In this episode St. Crittylas and St. Nickolas give their takes on the…
- Episode 64 - Special Guest: Tactical Manager (Filippo Silva) Visits The Basement As We Discuss All Things USMNT, MLS & What American Soccer Culture Must Do To Grow & Compete Abroad · 54 min · Season 2 Episode 9In this episode of the Basement, Critty and Nick discuss the latest happenings in football, including Premier League highlights, the MLS Cup final, and the performance of Marco…
- Episode 63 - Volcano Erupts Ahead of Manchester Derby - Tottenham Completely Broken By Chelsea - 2nd Bundesliga Talk! · 2 h 8 min · Season 2 Episode 8In this episode, Nick and Critty discuss the current state of football, focusing on the struggles of Manchester United and Manchester City, the collapse of Tottenham against…
- Episode 62 - The Bald GOD Delivers Knockout Punch To The Bald FRAUD (PLUS - All Leagues Covered!) · 2 h 7 min · Season 2 Episode 7Summary In this episode, we recap an exciting weekend of football, focusing on the thrilling Liverpool vs. Manchester City match, where Liverpool emerged victorious. We discuss…







