EPISODE · Jun 30, 2026 · 50 MIN
Tech Tuesday: The science behind FIFA's real grass requirement for all World Cup games
from All Sides with Amy Juravich
The World Cup is the most watched sporting event globally and is played every four years.FIFA, the international governing body of soccer, mandates that the game is played on real grass pitches. The maintenance of real grass fields can be a logistic and scientific feat, but turf grass specialists are up to the task.With an increasingly globalized world, new standards and mandates make it increasingly confusing to complete your pre-trip checklists.It is hard to keep all your travel information in one place—or at least it used to be.Smart glasses are becoming increasingly stylish and affordable. Maybe the next pair of sunglasses you buy will be able to take videos and let you listen to music.Americans now spend more than $1,300 on subscriptions annually. Xbox is raising prices again due to a global memory shortage.We're talking about all these topics on this week's Tech Tuesday.Guests:John Sorochan, distinguished professor, plant sciences, University of TennesseeCara Laban, creator, TravelReddi appRussell Holly, Director of Commerce Content, CNET
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Tech Tuesday: The science behind FIFA's real grass requirement for all World Cup games
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