World Cup 2026 – Expert Perspectives on the Global Game Episode 4: Andrés Martínez ̶ The Intersection of Soccer and Global Affairs
This episode explores how soccer and the World Cup connect with geopolitics, international relations, and global influence. Dr. Gonzalo Bravo talks with Andrés Martínez, the co-director of The Great G...
30 Jun 39min
World Cup 2026 – Expert Perspectives on the Global Game Episode 3: John Terry ̶ Behind the Science of Event Operations
This episode features an in-depth discussion on the planning, logistics, and science that drive successful mega sporting events like the 2026 FIFA World Cup. Dr. Gonzalo Bravo talks with John Terry, V...
24 Jun 29min
World Cup 2026 – Expert Perspectives on the Global Game Episode 2: Juan Jose “Cheche” Vidal ̶ Technology, AI, and Fair Play
This episode features a discussion on how innovation and artificial intelligence are shaping the future of fairness and decision-making during the World Cup. Dr. Gonzalo Bravo talks with Juan Jose “Ch...
17 Jun 24min
World Cup 2026 – Expert Perspectives on the Global Game Episode 1: Rob De Leede ̶ Insights from a Press Office
This episode features a behind-the-scenes look at media operations and communication strategies at the highest level of international sport. Dr. Gonzalo Bravo talks with Rob De Leede, a professor of p...
10 Jun 24min
Positive Youth Sport Environment Episode 3: The Game Belongs to the Players
In this episode, Dr. Peter McGahey talks with Scott Snyder - the Senior Director of Sport Development for AYSO - American Youth Soccer Organization. Scott shares the importance of an athlete or child-...
4 Jun 202353min
Positive Youth Sport Environment Episode 2: Everybody Belongs
In this episode, Dr. Peter McGahey talks with Ken Martel - the Senior Director of Player & Coach Development for USA Hockey. Ken describes some of the unique challenges of youth hockey and the importa...
2 Jun 202338min
Positive Youth Sport Environment Episode 1: People Before Players
In this episode, Dr. Peter McGahey talks with Dr. Joanna Lane - the Senior Director of Education and Program Development for the National Fastpitch Coaches Association. Dr. Lane discusses the importan...
2 Jun 202352min
Let's Elevate Girls and Women in Sport Episode 4: If You Don’t See It, Be the First
In this episode, Dr. Dana K. Voelker talks with Bianca Smith – the first Black woman to coach in Major League Baseball history. Bianca flips the script for young people looking for role models, descri...
9 Feb 202333min
