In this episode, Nick & Chris look into the recent history of hosting the Olympic games and the World Cup. The episode includes discussions of collusion between FIFA and Qatar and Russia, how Brazil improved on its experience after the World Cup, and how the future is collaborative. 

Time Stamps:

Look ahead (2:02)

- Lindt vs Garibaldi, Next episodes [How to Win Christmas and Hanukka/Year-in-Review].

Russia and Brazil (14:40)

- Russia using olympics for cover to wage war.

Qatar Scandals (36:50) 

- Suspicious journalist deaths, banning LGBT+ messaging, limiting sales and advertising of alcohol. 

History of Fraudulent Bidding (40:50)

- Sepp Blatter, FIFA, Netflix Documentary, 

Next World Cup Locations (46:15)

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