To understand how fundamental trust is to athletic competition, you only need to look at some of the metaphors we use every day. “Level playing field,” “fair play,” “a good call.” We use sports as a lens for our understanding of what equality looks like.

Sports is also a huge global industry, with billions of dollars in play, and people around the world watching athletes compete in events they believe to be regulated, fair, and honest. How do you keep sports competitive, entertaining, and profitable while making sure everyone is playing fair?

This episode examines risks at the highest level of sport and the role that trust plays for athletes, organizations, and fans.