This week on The 1st Half Culture Show, Paul Desbaillets sits down with Franco Lipari who is the CEO and co-founder of Soccer iQ, which helps youth footballers develop their skills with cutting-edge technology and coaching. They talk about what inspired the creation of Soccer iQ, the first training facility they opened in Laval, how the company expanded and opened other training facilities across the city and much more. Paul breaks down this week’s hot topics including, Arsenal playing against PSG in the Champion League Final, Crystal Palace winning their first ever European trophy, Anthony Gordon leaving Newcastle and heading to Barcelona and Chelsea hiring Xabi Alonso as their new head coach. Catch The 1st Half Culture Show every Friday at 6pm on TSN 690 Montreal, where soccer meets pop culture. With weekly guests, bold takes, and Paul’s signature wit, it’s the ultimate mix of football, culture, and conversation you didn’t know you needed!