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Does football bring out the best and worst in people?
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1:55:08Now PlayingFootball (or soccer) is more than just a game; it's a global phenomenon. Today, as football club ownership, team talent and the fandom all evolve, have the meaning and merits of the sport also changed? What can we learn about ourselves and our world by examining the current state of the “beautiful game”?
This episode uses football as a lens to explore questions of capitalism, nationalism, power and identity.
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Featuring:
- David Goldblatt: Sociologist, sports writer, broadcaster and author
- Tony Karon: Editorial lead, AJ+
- Honey Thaljieh: Co-founder, women’s football in Palestine
Moderated by international journalist Imran Garda
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