EPISODE · Aug 19, 2022 · 2H 7M
Sport and Technology
from Sport Shack · host Paul Tonner
Paul and Glenn are back for another fun, action packed episode. This week we will discuss the ever changing world of sport and technology and how it has evolved over time and how it is becoming more and more advanced. Some of what we discuss include - a man who took sport, particularly cricket to another level around the world and revolutionised sports broadcasting. - microphones on players and officials - slow motion video - the rise of esports - sporting equipment such as tennis racquets, golf clubs and how they have advanced over time. - stadium design and roofs on stadiums -tracking race times and photo finishes. - clothing and swimsuit design - neuroscience - video technology and fan/pundit technology - data tracking - virtual reality and virtual imaging - stump cam and dive cam - radar guns - disadvantages of technology in sport. Paul pays tribute to the sudden and tragic death of rugby league legend Paul Green and Paul and Glenn discuss mental health and the importance of talking and asking for help. We also talk about our winners and losers for the week, some sports news from around the world and our quiz. We also have our segments who am I and Where Are they now?
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Paul and Glenn are back for another fun, action packed episode. This week we will discuss the ever changing world of sport and technology and how it has evolved over time and how it is becoming more and more advanced. Some of what we discuss include - a man who took sport, particularly cricket to another level around the world and revolutionised sports broadcasting. - microphones on players and officials - slow motion video - the rise of esports - sporting equipment such as tennis racquets, golf clubs and how they have advanced over time. - stadium design and roofs on stadiums -tracking race times and photo finishes. - clothing and swimsuit design - neuroscience - video technology and fan/pundit technology - data tracking - virtual reality and virtual imaging - stump cam and dive cam - radar guns - disadvantages of technology in sport. Paul pays tribute to the sudden and tragic death of rugby league legend Paul Green and Paul and Glenn discuss mental health and the importance of talking and asking for help. We also talk about our winners and losers for the week, some sports news from around the world and our quiz. We also have our segments who am I and Where Are they now?
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