Best Benjamin Mole Podcasts (2025)

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Mack Williams on Dial M for Mother (Archer S1E10) — Lip Flap, Water Animation & Burning the Midnight Oil 1:05:42

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Amber Nash (Pam Poovey) is joined by former Archer animation director Mack Williams to revisit Dial M for Mother — Season 1, Episode 10 — and explore how Archer’s animation evolved across the first season. Mack shares stories about being a mover and shaker in Atlanta’s art scene, how he got into the business with Matt and Adam, and the massive amou…

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Andy Sipes on Job Offer (Archer S1E9) — Adult Swim, Cocktail Time & Honcho Condoms 1:17:16

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Amber Nash (Pam Poovey) is joined by former Archer editor Andy Sipes to revisit Job Offer — Season 1, Episode 9 of Archer. They chat about working with John Cena (and discovering he’s an Archer fan), the sanctity of comedy writers’ rooms, and why editors are so important to animation. Andy reflects on how Adam Reed’s writing shaped his own sensibil…

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H. Jon Benjamin & Chris Parnell on The Rock (Archer S1E8) — Mistake Juice, Tattoo Stories & Union-Busting Malory 47:08

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Amber Nash (Pam Poovey) is joined by H. Jon Benjamin (Archer) and Chris Parnell (Cyril Figgis) to revisit The Rock — Season 1, Episode 8 of Archer. They talk Jon’s hair-transplant mishap, Archer tattoos, and his run-in with tattooed truck drivers. Chris shares thoughts on Cyril’s very complicated parents, and both Jon and Chris admit to moments of …

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Neal Holman on Skytanic (Archer S1E7) — Crisis Vests, Airships & Archer’s Signature Look 1:05:27

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Amber Nash (Pam Poovey) is joined by Archer’s Art Director Neal Holman to revisit Skytanic — Season 1, Episode 7 of Archer. They talk crisis vests, art school, and the great airship debate (in which Amber insists she was absolutely right). Neal digs into how Archer developed its signature look, the origins of the East Atlanta pubes, boob-jiggle phy…

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Lucky Yates on Skorpio (Archer S1E6) — Puppets, Potty Birds & The Krieger Bunch 57:33

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Amber Nash (Pam Poovey) reunites with Lucky Yates (Dr. Krieger) to revisit Skorpio — Season 1, Episode 6 of Archer. They talk about how Lucky ended up in the show’s opening credits, his puppetry roots, and kissing Will Forte. They dive into the brilliance of their improv shows Very Special Episode and House Arrest, introduce the brand-new segment A…

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Matt Thompson on Honeypot (Archer S1E5) — Ron Perlman, Garden Gnomes & a Real Smackeroonie 46:37

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Amber Nash (Pam Poovey) reunites with Executive Producer Matt Thompson to revisit Honeypot — Season 1, Episode 5 of Archer. They talk about being surprised by just how good Season 1 still is, Chris Parnell’s almost-role as Major Jakov, and Archer’s string of questionable choices. Matt and Amber also dive into Woodhouse’s forced friendship, Floyd Co…

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Judy Greer on Killing Utne (Archer S1E4) — Fancy Voices, Fake Baby Bumps & Trudy Beekman’s Apartment 57:59

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Amber Nash (Pam Poovey) is joined by the hilarious and endlessly talented Judy Greer (Cheryl/Carol/Carina) to revisit Killing Utne — Season 1, Episode 4 of Archer. They talk about celebrity fans of the show (including Jamie Lee Curtis!), Judy’s curiosity about Michelle Obama’s movie habits, and the art of understanding twisty plots. Judy also share…

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Coby Bell on Diversity Hire (Archer S1E3) — Schützenmeister, Spy Gear & Office Sex Etiquette 58:16

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Amber Nash (Pam Poovey) welcomes Coby Bell, the voice of Conway Stern, to talk all things episode 3. Coby shares what it’s like being a dad to two sets of twins, how he auditioned for Conway, and why he used Michael Beach as vocal inspiration. They get into the differences between voice acting and live action, Conway Stern cosplay, and a taste of “…

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Aisha Tyler on Training Day (Archer S1E2) — Rizz, Nepo Babies & Butthole Eyes 1:00:22

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Amber Nash (Pam Poovey) is joined by Aisha Tyler (Lana Kane) to rewatch Training Day, the second episode of Archer. Together, they unpack Lana’s taste in men, Archer’s undeniable “rizz,” and why confidence and competence are the sexiest combo. They talk about how comedy is like being an athlete—you’ve got to train—and how Malory keeps control of St…

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Adam Reed on Mole Hunt (Archer S1E1) — Boxed Wine, Chicken Graveyards & the Birth of Archer 51:52

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By Amber Nash, Casey Willis, Christian Danley

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RePhrasing: An Archer ReWatch Podcast Joins Maximum Fun! 2:57

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Amber has some big news to break to Christian and Casey — and let’s just say they’re a little skeptical at first. But once she explains, the dingdongs finally come around: RePhrasing is officially moving to Maximum Fun! The whole gang is on board for this next adventure, and we couldn’t be more excited to bring you Season 1 with the MaxFun family.…

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Bonus Episode: Listener Q&A + Archer What-Ifs (Season Finale) 51:12

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In this special bonus episode, Amber Nash (Pam Poovey) is joined by Executive Producer Casey Willis and Archer editor Christian Danley — to answer listener questions and celebrate the end of RePhrasing’s first season. They dive into everything from Archer sketch cards and the unsung artists behind the show to what might have been — including altern…

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Episode 10: Aisha Tyler on Skytanic (S1E7) 56:28

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Aisha Tyler (Lana Kane) returns to RePhrasing with Amber Nash (Pam Poovey) to revisit Skytanic — Season 1, Episode 7 of Archer. They talk about Aisha’s love of Sealab 2021, the alchemy of comedy, and how she apologizes for nothing. She shares stories from her time on Talk Soup and reflects on just how wild Archer got over the years. Also covered: A…

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Episode 9: Dave Willis on Edie’s Wedding (S13E3) 43:50

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Dave Willis — the voice of Barry (and Other Barry) — joins Amber Nash (Pam Poovey) to break down Edie’s Wedding, one of the best and most beautifully animated episodes of Archer. They joke about the state of television today, dive into the early days of Adult Swim, and what makes someone good at voice acting. Also discussed: Allison Tolman’s incred…

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Jessica Walter remembered with Executive Producer Matt Thompson. (Mission:Difficult S12E8) 52:24

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Executive Producer Matt Thompson joins Amber Nash (Pam Poovey) to talk about Mission: Difficult — the season finale that also marked a heartfelt goodbye to the legendary Jessica Walter. Amber and Matt look back on the early days of Archer, reflect on Jessica’s unforgettable presence, and share personal stories about what made her so special — from …

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Hat Farts, Lickbags & pooveyfans.com 47:17

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Executive Producer Casey Willis and Amber Nash (Pam Poovey) talk about her all-time favorite episode of Archer (Southbound and Down S5E5) — and the wild ride that brought her there. Amber shares how she got the role of Pam, what it was like coming up through Frisky Dingo and The Xtacles, and the very limited range of voices she brought to the table…

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Living With Archer: A Creator's Confession 53:53

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Episode 6: Adam Reed on The Man from Jupiter (S3E4) Archer creator Adam Reed sits down with Amber Nash (Pam) to talk The Man from Jupiter — the iconic episode that brought Burt Reynolds into the Archer universe and gave us one of the show’s most delightful installments. They dig into everything from the haunted East Atlanta house where Archer got i…

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Creepy Old People Bondage Sex Police 50:03

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Episode 5: Lucky Yates on Lo Scandalo (S3E10) Lucky Yates (Dr. Krieger) joins Amber Nash (Pam) to break down Lo Scandalo — the Archer episode that gave us fancy ladies, bottle episodes and one truly unforgettable dinner party. Amber and Lucky talk about their early days as old Atlanta friends (alongside Christian Danley and Casey Willis), how Krieg…

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Orinoco Flow 53:29

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Episode 4: Chris Parnell on El Contador (S3E5) Chris Parnell (Cyril Figgis) joins Amber Nash (Pam) to dig into El Contador — Season 3, Episode 5 of Archer — aka the moment Cyril finally gets in the field... and kinda crushes it. Chris shares what it was like voicing Cyril’s Spanish in this episode (and German in others), how “suppressing fire!” bec…

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Judy Greer gets Inappropes 53:21

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Episode 3: Judy Greer on El Secuestro (S2E10) Judy Greer (Cheryl/Carol) joins Amber Nash (Pam) to break down El Secuestro — Season 2, Episode 10 of Archer. She shares how she got the role, why Archer should’ve never been made (in the best way), and how she saved Cheryl from being written off the series. They get into why stepkids aren’t always Comi…

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The Bonermaker 45:19

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Episode 2: Aisha Tyler Breaks Down Skorpio (S1E6) Aisha Tyler (Lana Kane) joins Amber Nash (Pam Poovey) to break down Skorpio — Season 1, Episode 6 of Archer. The two longtime pals swap stories about how the cast got to know each other (mostly through booze and cursing), and reminisce about the unhinged magic of the Archer Live tour. Aisha shares h…

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Jon shits himself on the 10. 44:58

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In our first episode, H. Jon Benjamin joins Amber Nash to talk about the pilot episode of Archer, “Mole Hunt.” They dive into how Jon landed the role of Sterling Archer, the first time he and Amber met, and how he once demanded to be picked up by a helicopter. Along the way, they break down one of the best pilot episodes ever — covering everything …

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RePhrasing: An Archer ReWatch Podcast Official Trailer 1:35

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Danger Zone ahead. Host Amber Nash (Pam Poovey) and the Archer cast reunite to relive the best, weirdest, and wildest moments from the show. This trailer gives you a sneak peek at the laughs, stories, and behind-the-scenes secrets we’ll be sharing. Subscribe and join us — it’s going to be classic Archer chaos. First episode avaialble May 13th! FX’s…

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The Case for the External Reform of FIFA - with FairSquare 54:24

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Nicholas McGeehan is a founding co-director of FairSquare and co-author of the damning report Substitute: The Case for External Reform of FIFA. He joins me today to unpack the long history of systemic dysfunction within FIFA—from its roots in patronage and cronyism to recent scandals surrounding World Cup hosts like Qatar and Saudi Arabia. Nick off…

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Playing within the (planetary) boundaries: Cricket and Climate Change with The Next Test 33:12

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Chris Britt-Searle is a passionate volunteer with The Next Test. This UK-based nonprofit is becoming a vital hub for players, clubs, and fans committed to addressing the environmental challenges facing cricket. In this thought-provoking discussion, Chris shares the story behind The Next Test and offers insights into the organisation’s role in uniti…

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Fantasy Sports in India: Gambling or Gaming? 34:25

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Alaukik Shrivastava is a legal scholar and Assistant Professor at Nirma University in Gujarat, India. He joins us here to discuss the fascinating and fast-growing industry of fantasy sports. India has a notable legal approach to gaming versus gambling. The line between games of chance and games of skill is a fine one, and it's something that regula…

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Warming Up - How Climate Change is Changing Sport 1:01:10

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Madeleine Orr is an Assistant Professor of Sport Ecology at the University of Toronto. She is also a co-founder of the Sport Ecology group, and in early May she will be releasing a brand-new book called “Warming Up, How Climate Change is Changing Sport” which, as you may guess, focuses on how sport is adapting to and wrestling with climate change. …

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Ecological imperialism through sport? The Dakar Rally and other stories 58:27

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Today we are speaking with Chen Chen. He is an Assistant Professor at the University of Connecticut and writes prolifically about how sport intersects with many troubling trends across the globe including environmental decline and increasing inequality of wealth and power. This episode begins with Chen’s unique story that led him to these topics. T…

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Uganda's Sporting Crossroads: Navigating Fairness and Practicality in a Changing Climate 39:16

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Ugandan sports currently grapples with a complex network of interconnected challenges, including severe financial constraints, persistent mismanagement issues, a significant talent drain, and the undeniable impacts of climate change. The question is: how can their sports improve and develop talent without further contributing to the climate crisis?…

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Bad advertising – How dirty businesses are buying their social license operate through sports 50:16

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Advertising is supposed to be a way for businesses and entrepreneurs to show you how good their products are. But what if many of the products in adverts are actually bad? They could be bad for you or potentially bad for this planet and its delicately balanced biosphere. Today’s topic is bad advertising. We are talking to researcher Freddie Daley w…

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Colonial echoes in sport and the environment – time to decolonise and degrow? 54:04

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The convergence of sport, decoloniality, and the environment presents a labyrinth of intricate ideas, and as we delve into their interconnectedness, the complexity deepens. Joining us on this informative journey is Samuel Clevenger, an Assistant Professor at Towson University in the USA, who has been trying to unpack some of this intersection. We s…

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A Sponsorship Game Changer - Taking Sport Beyond High-Carbon, Gambling, and Alcohol 45:29

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The relationship between money and sport is complex… This show has often discussed the issues that arise when the biggest carbon emitters buy or sponsor a sports club, often with the objective of improving their legitimacy or reputation. But this episode goes one step deeper, by looking at the more nuanced capital in-flows that have a few a degrees…

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Sport is not industry: bringing sport back to sport management 40:10

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“Sport is not industry: bringing sport back to sport management.” That is the title of a wonderful paper by Hallgeir Gammelsæter, of Molde University College in Norway. The paper argues that sport management, as a discipline, has become overly focused on the management or business aspect, pushing the sports industry into competing as any other form…

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“Don’t lecture us” - mobilising football fans on climate change 50:08

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Football fan culture is a highly coveted commodity to many businesses who look to use the spectacle of the game and the love for teams to promote the consumption of their products. But what if this culture was leveraged for more positive outcomes? Jenny Amann, a PhD student at the University of Brighton, recently co-authored a paper with an interna…

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The power of nature: why an elite canoeist turned to environmental activism - with Etienne Stott 55:33

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How does winning an Olympic gold medal in canoeing inform a career in environmental activism? Etienne Stott, and his partner Tim Baillie, won the Men's slalom canoeing C-2 Event at the London 2012 Olympics, making history for Great Britain. Since retiring from competitive sport, Etienne has become increasingly involved with environmental activism, …

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Tackling the root cause - the challenges for Sport for Development in Haiti 52:19

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The Republic of Haiti is arguably the unluckiest country in recent history. It sits on a fault line and is regularly barraged by hurricanes. Additionally, it still struggles for social and economic stability after countless colonial injustices and outside interventions followed by dictators, gang violence and corruption. Sport, mainly football/socc…

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What is motorsport’s state of play regarding sustainability and inclusivity? 59:47

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To try to answer this complicated question we have Tristan Niesslein of Niesslein Sustainability Partners on the show. We discuss (1) the contradictions facing motorsport’s efforts to reduce its environmental impact, (2) how it’s time for ‘stick over carrot’ on sustainability regulations, (3) questions about the source of sponsorship funds, and (4)…

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Is sportswashing a systemic problem at FIFA and the IOC? – with Jules Boykoff 54:17

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The relationship between the leaders of nation-states and the gatekeepers of sporting mega-events is both powerful and complex. Organisations, such as FIFA and the International Olympic Committee (IOC), have revenues in the billions of dollars and are supranational. They have a disproportionate and troubling degree of political power. Much has been…

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Sustaining Sport Podcast Trailer 1:39

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Sport is one of the great joys of the human condition for athletes and spectators alike. It can bring happiness, livelihood, physical health, and mental well-being, and provides an education in teamwork, discipline, maturity, and humility. But for this to continue, sports around the world must acknowledge challenges both current and future and both…

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The Sports Betting Series: Part 5 – How to improve gambling regulation 54:22

3y ago54:22

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Are regulators doing enough to safeguard people against betting companies and their aggressive customer acquisition strategies? Problem gamblers account for 46% of betting company revenue while making up only 5% of players. Up to 1 in 20 British men will, at least for a time, be a problem gambler, something that can take decades to recover from. So…

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Is the sports industry getting the best out of blockchain? 50:06

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While there is undoubtedly some potential for the sports industry to embrace blockchain technology, thus far it’s been marred by controversy and even criminality. To find out how things can improve, I have been in conversation with industry commentator Pet Berisha of the Sporting Crypto newsletter. He is an optimist of the space but knows a poor pr…

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Why do athletes struggle to transition into retirement? 39:54

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Up to 20% of all athletes experience a crisis transitioning after retiring from competitive sport, meaning they face severe mental, physical, social, or financial difficulties and are often unable to cope. If you consider how many sports and athletes there are competing globally, this is a significant number, and it is vital more is done to help. F…

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What are the social consequences of the commercialisation of football? 1:05:58

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Is your local club ground half empty because everyone is watching the Premier League on TV? Or perhaps you are a local Liverpool FC fan, but cannot ever get a ticket? Dr David Webber has been examining these struggles, dedicating much of his academic career to working out why it is happening and what we can do about it. David postulates that footba…

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Purpose before profit - a radical new vision for football 33:37

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When it comes to books about sport, Radical Football is perhaps in a category all of its own. One-part biography, one-part documentary and one-part call to action. It is a pleasure to have the author Steve Fleming on the podcast to discuss the life of Jürgen Griesbeck and the story of Football for Good. We delve into the complicities of managing a …

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Do we pick pundits by celebrity or by capability? The case of Rugby Union 38:30

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Many pundits have become such long-standing features on certain networks’ sports coverage, that they are in effect the face of the program and are widely marketed to garner interest. But although their famous faces may attract fans that know them to the broadcast, do they give the best possible analysis? My guest today ruffled a few feathers in lat…

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Lifting the (societal) weight - a historical perspective on female strength 1:01:54

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In today’s episode, journalist Haley Shapley guides us through the often-misrepresented history of female strength and athleticism. Haley is the author of the book Strong Like Her. Her book presents revelations from cultural history and biographical tales of women who have had to overcome social barriers before having the chance to begin pushing th…

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Why did climate activists disrupt Premier League football games? 36:48

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Nathan McGovern (22) along with other members of the group Just Stop Oil, took to the field of four Premier League games in late March 2022 and attempted to tie themselves to the goalposts. Many fans assumed these young people were merely streakers so jeered as they were effectively removed by security. However, there is more to these actions than …

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Can sports fans make a difference in tackling climate change? 50:25

3+ y ago50:25

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Katie Cross believes we as sports fans have a huge role to play and that is why she founded Pledgeball. Pledgeball is a way to activate fans to reduce their emissions. In this episode, we discuss how football is so powerful in changing mindsets and making sustainability fun! We also highlight the importance of community engagement and how doing the…

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The intersection of racism and gender bias in football - and where change comes from 1:12:34

3+ y ago1:12:34

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Holly Morgan has recently reached the end of her career as a professional footballer. In her 17 years in the game, she struggled against racial abuse and fought hard to keep playing despite the lack of support that woman’s football has received. These experiences have given her meaningful insights into where the problems are and how things can impr…

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What is the relationship between eating disorders and sport? 1:06:58

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This is an exceptionally complex question to try and answer. It is imperative that such a question is given the respect that it deserves. Therefore, I chose to not rush into this discussion but rather seek out the best possible person to share their insights. And I think I found that person. Lara Rebecca is the host of 'The Keep Smiling Podcast'. S…