Sport is war without shooting. In today's episode I explore how various politicians and regimes have used the power of sport and hosting mega events such as the World Cup. China, Russia, Hitler, and Mussolini have all done it to various degrees. 

In this episode we discuss the working conditions that migrants are forced to be in while building the infrastructure needed for Qatar to host the World Cup in 2022. 6,500 migrants workers have died in these horrifying conditions, and we talk about what FIFA can or has done about it. 

First episode of season 3! I am back and ready for more sports and politics. This podcast examines the relationship between the International Olympic Committee and politics through a case study of Beijing's 2008 games and the progress made since. 

Music credit: Lost in Love, Soundroll 

In today's Soccer Foot & Football we talk about Corinthians democracy, protests in Brazil and more! 

In today's Soccer Foot & Football we explore the antifascist fan group at Olympique de Marseille, the South Winners. We also talk about the city's history and what  "mouiller le maillot" means to the fans. 

Episode 2 of this series on ultra groups and ANTIFA! This episode is about the Serie C club A.S. Livorno. We learn about their fascinating history and how the club is tied to the city's identity! 

This is the first episode in a series of case studies revolving around ultra fan groups, ANTIFA, & politics. FC St. Pauli is a second division club based in Hamburg with a fascinating history and connection to ANTIFA. 

Liverpool and Bayern have won their leagues. Juventus, Lazio, Porto, Benfica, Real Madrid, and Barcelona are all still trying to win theirs. Marcus Rashford is a hero off the pitch, and shows yet again how soccer impacts politics.  

This podcast is about racial discrimination in the United States. Organizers of a BLM march share their thoughts, my friends share their personal experiences, and I encourage everyone to reflect. These are not easy discussions, so please listen with an open mind. I want to thank Jalan Webb, Jessica Tinch, Mo, Brian, Nate, Jordan, and everyone else who helped me in the process.

Emmanuel Acho' video: https://twitter.com/thEMANacho/status/1267609472589090816

The soccer world and FIFA are with George Floyd.  Although I cannot do justice to the gravity of the situation, I do want to share some thoughts, and show that players and the soccer community are responding. 

In addition, Liga Nos is the second big soccer league in Europe to start up, Ligue 1 club management is not happy, and transfer rumors are already in full swing as players like Sancho, Werner, and Pjanic might be on the move.