FIFA Series: Who Gets Rich When the World Cup Comes to Town?
The FIFA World Cup 2026 is here, and with it comes the familiar promise: billions in economic activity, a tourism boom, and a windfall for host cities across the United States, Canada, and Mexico. But...
11 Juni 44min
Dave Zirin on Media Narratives and the Politics of Sports (Dec 2024)
This week on Sportly, Kavitha Davidson sits down with acclaimed political sports writer Dave Zirin for a no-holds-barred conversation about the intersection of sports, politics, and society. They disc...
4 Juni 43min
The World Cup Hack: How Diaspora Players Are Rewriting Soccer’s Rules (June 2025)
What happens when national pride meets global identity? Morocco’s epic World Cup run in 2022 wasn’t just a Cinderella story; it was a masterclass in building a team from abroad. In this episode of Spo...
28 Maj 23min
Jason Belmonte Was Born to Bowl But Is He the Greatest of All Time?
Jason Belmonte or "Belmo" is widely considered one of the greatest bowlers in the history of the sport. However, if you ask him, he's not done yet. With 15 major championships and records that may nev...
20 Maj 53min
Feed Drop: Muhammad Ali - Boxing, Fame and The Trap | From Big Lives
What happens when a Black icon refuses to make white audiences comfortable? Today, we’re sharing a preview of a new podcast, Big Lives, and a special episode about Muhammad Ali. Every week, hosts Kai...
14 Maj 1h 14min
How Art But Make It Sports Matches Viral Sports Moments to Fine Art
The creator of "Art But Make It Sports", LJ Rader, is a lifelong sports professional who has worked for NBC Sports, won an Emmy, and spent nearly a decade at Sportradar, all while quietly teaching him...
7 Maj 40min
Who Gets to Be a Pilates Girl? (April 2025)
This is a re-run of Sportly's April 2025 episode: "Pilates Wasn't Always White - Here's What Changed " Pilates may be marketed as a path to wellness and elegance, but who is it really for? In this...
30 Apr 22min
Why Baseball Might Be America's Most Spiritual Sport
What does faith have to do with baseball? More than you might think. "Baseball Beyond Belief" is a new documentary that explores the deep and often surprising connections between spirituality and Amer...
23 Apr 36min
