Kevin Carroll of Deadset FC

Joe Nixon: Founder of Charm City Terrace

In this episode Joe shares his soccer journey from English academies and college in Pennsylvania to coaching in Hawaii and trials in LA, then explains how he co-founded Baltimore City FC. He describes the team’s quick growth, community impact, rivalries, and focus on player development. Joe also outlines Charm City Terrace’s upcoming FanFest at Power Plant Live (April 25–26), a weekend to bring fans together with live matches, skills challenges, music, sponsors, and plans to create permanent fan groups and a soccer HQ for Baltimore.

Kevin Carroll of Deadset FC

Kevin's passion for football culture is deeply ingrained in his creative DNA. Growing up in Germany during the vibrant 90s, he was immersed in the bold and expressive fashion and design scene. From his early days as a photographer and fine art student to his time as a chef in DC's fine dining scene, Kevin has honed his unique perspective through the lens of his influences like Anthony Bourdain, Noah Scalin, and Émile-Samory Fofana. As a seasoned visual designer and brand manager, he's navigated the fast-paced worlds of ad agencies and tech startups alike, helping brands and small businesses find their voice and identity for nearly a decade. As founder and creative director of Dead Set FC, Kevin seeks to capture the scenes of supporter-ship that we tend not to see. In corners of the world where football still belongs to the people, weaving a vibrant tapestry from the stories and identities of those communities highlighting the profound connection we have to one another.