Sportly

Sportly is hosted by Emmy-winning investigative journalist Kavitha A. Davidson. Created by Immigrantly Media, it takes you beyond the scoreboard to uncover the hidden histories and rich cultural legacies that make sports truly unforgettable. Sportly brings listeners a fresh perspective on sports each week—did you know that the oldest international cricket rivalry is between the United States and Canada? Or that the NBA’s first minority player was of Asian descent? With deep dives into iconic moments, lesser-known rivalries, and the fascinating evolution of traditions like the national anthem in American sports, Sportly is here to expand your love of the game. Each episode explores stories that transcend stats, celebrating the diversity of players, the cultures they represent, and the unique events that shape our favorite sports. Tune in every Monday for thought-provoking insights, heartwarming anecdotes, and thrilling highlights that make you see the games you love in a whole new way. Sportly is the podcast companion for your commute, workout, or downtime—bringing sports to life wherever you listen. Host: Kavitha A. Davidson Producer: Paroma Chakravarty Executive Producer: Saadia Khan Content Writers: Emmanuelle Monahan & Kavitha A. Davidson Sound Design & Content Editor: Paroma Chakravarty Theme Music: Simon Hutchinson Other Music: Epidemic Sound Cover Art Design: Sarah DiMichele Follow us on IG @sportlypod Twitter @Immigrantly_pod TikTok @Immigrantly Subscribe to our Patreon Sportly is an Immigrantly Media Production For advertising inquiries, please email at info@immigrantlypod.com

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Episoder(95)

Feed Drop: Vince McMahon vs. Ted Turner: Pro Wrestling's "Monday Night Wars" by BEEF podcast

Hey, Sportly listeners! We’ve got a special treat for you today from our friends at Next Chapter Podcasts. We are bringing you an episode of BEEF with Bridget Todd, a podcast where Business Wars meets...

24 Feb 202552min

Game On, Speedrun Strong: The Race to Gaming Glory!

What does it take to be the fastest in the world—without ever leaving your chair? In this episode of Sportly, host Kavitha Davidson dives into the high-stakes world of speedrunning, where milliseconds...

17 Feb 202529min

The Chiefs: America’s Favorite Dynasty… to Hate?

In a thrilling rematch, the Kansas City Chiefs and the Philadelphia Eagles face off in Super Bowl LIX on February 9, 2025, at the Caesars Superdome in New Orleans. For years, the Kansas City Chiefs w...

10 Feb 202525min

Re release: Game Day Patriotism: The Star-Spangled Banner's Sporting Journey

With Super Bowl week upon us and the new administration in the White House, we’re resharing this vital episode from the Sportly archive—because sports have always been about more than just the game. S...

3 Feb 202536min

Courtside Stories: Rivalries, Redemption, and Prison Reform?

What if a basketball game could offer more than just a win? This week on Sportly, we head to San Quentin, where the Golden State Warriors face off against incarcerated players in a decade-long rivalry...

27 Jan 202527min

The Hidden Game: Sportswashing, Politics, and the 2022 World Cup

The 2022 World Cup in Qatar marked an unforgettable moment in sports history as Lionel Messi achieved his long-awaited victory, cementing his legacy as one of the greatest players ever. But beneath t...

20 Jan 202523min

Ping Pong Diplomacy: The Game That Changed the World

What if a simple game of ping pong could alter the course of history? In this first 2025 episode of Sportly, host Kavitha Davidson takes you on a journey through the unexpected story of how a 19-year-...

13 Jan 202520min

Reindeer Racing: A Celebration of Tradition, Culture and Sámi Heritage

What do you get when you win a World Cup slalom race in Finland? A trophy? Sure. Bragging rights? Of course. But also...a reindeer. Yes, skiing legend Mikaela Shiffrin now has eight of them, and they’...

23 Des 202426min