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EPISODE · Jul 18, 2025 · 16 MIN

Trump vs Murdoch + The science behind our sports obsession

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Fascinating new research has revealed why sport has become our new religion.  An Australian sports expert has delved into how being part of team as a player or passionate fan can literally change your brain and gives us powerful connections and a sense of community.  In this episode of The Briefing, Natarsha Belling is joined by Professor Aaron Smith to unpack the latest research and the fascinate science behind why sport makes us tick.  Follow The Briefing: TikTok: @thebriefingpodInstagram: @thebriefingpodcast YouTube: @LiSTNRnewsroom Facebook: @LiSTNR Newsroom Picture credit: Carlo Allegri/Reuters See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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