How Mussolini Turned the World Cup Into Propaganda

On Our Copa’s pilot episode, Julio, Musa, and Merritt explore the political exploitation of soccer for authoritarian gains, the ongoing impact of boycotts, and the modern parallels to the second ever world cup.Our Copa is hosted by Merritt Mathias, Musa Okwonga, and Julio Ricardo VarelaProduced by Emma Foley and executive produced by Carrie Tolles and Clarke Sondermann of TCB PR with support from Working Families Power and Mijente Support Committee.Brought to you and edited by Valor Media, featuring music by Pedazo De Carne Con Ojo and graphics by Caroline SpireFor more information on how to organize around this year’s World Cup and to find an event near you, visit www.ourcopa.comFollow us on Instagram:@ourcopa26@okwonga@julito77 @merrmerr9