How to watch soccer (June 12, 2026)

How to watch soccer (June 12, 2026)

From Houston Matters by Houston Public Media

June 12, 2026 · 50 min

About this episode

The episode discusses the resignation of Tina Petersen and features an interview with Nick Greene about soccer and the upcoming FIFA World Cup in Houston.

On Friday's show: Tina Petersen, the head of the Harris County Flood Control District has resigned amid pressure to address looming deadlines. We learn why she resigned and what it has to do with post Harvey-flood mitigation projects. Also this hour: Ahead of the first FIFA World Cup matches in Houston, for those among us who know little to nothing about the sport, we talk with Nick Greene, author of How to Watch Soccer Like a Genius , who explains the ins and outs of the World Cup, from the basics of the game, to what it takes to maintain the grass on the pitch, and how to enjoy the game itself. Then, from the wrong flag being used to welcome World Cup fans to Houston, to a shuttle bus to Buc-ee’s being included in public transit for World Cup visitors in Dallas, our non-experts break down The Good, The Bad, and The Ugly of the week. And we meet a Houston psychiatrist, Dr. Raymond Cho , who has also become a composer. Watch

People in this episode

Guests: Nick Greene, Dr. Raymond Cho

Topics covered

  • soccer
  • FIFA World Cup
  • flood mitigation
  • Houston
  • sports culture

Keywords

  • soccer
  • FIFA World Cup
  • Houston
  • Tina Petersen
  • Nick Greene
  • Dr. Raymond Cho
  • flood control
  • sports

Mentioned in this episode

Organizations: Harris County Flood Control District

Books & works: How to Watch Soccer Like a Genius

Places: Houston, Dallas

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