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Sporting Around the World
by Sporting Around the World
Sports and geography: the combo you never knew you needed. Join Bobby and David on a globetrotting journey as they explore the world through what they know best... sports! Follow along to learn about the sporting culture of every country and keep up with big events in global sports. We guarantee you'll learn something new from us.
Episodes
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Sports in Aruba
Aruba is a unique melting pot of cultures located in the Caribbean. As a constituent country within the Kingdom of the Netherlands, they have a noticeable Dutch influence, but Aruba takes influence from nearby Venezuela and Colombia as well. The result is a populace that speaks four different...
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Sports in Bhutan
Bhutan carries an air of mystery around it. The Himalayan country has slowly opened itself up to the rest of the world, but maintains a rich cultural identity. This is reflected in the sports Bhutan plays as most of the popular sports are traditional to the country. We tell you all about khuru,...
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Sports in Spain
Spain doesn't need much of an introduction when it comes to sports. FIFA World Cup? Check. FIBA World Cup? Check. Over 170 Olympic medals? Of course they have that. We do our best to paint the picture of Spanish sports for you, covering their excellence in team sports as well as their famous...
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Sports in Libya
Libya is a sparsely populated country in North Africa, covered primarily by the Sahara Desert. So what sports do Libyans take part in? Well, association football for one. Libya have had their fair share of notable performances as a national team and have a decent domestic league as well. If…
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Sports in Kiribati
Kiribati is a collection of 33 islands that straddles the international date line in the Pacific Ocean. Many people haven't even heard of this country, let alone know about their sports, so we get you up to speed on everything in this episode. Kiribati enjoys a lot of the team sports that the…
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2023 FIBA Basketball World Cup
The 19th edition of the FIBA Basketball World Cup is upon us! Spain enter the tournament as reigning champions and will look to fend off competition from 31 other countries, four of whom will be making their World Cup debut. We go through the format of the tournament and each of the nations...
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Sports in Latvia
Latvia haven't been competing as an independent nation for very long, but since leaving the Soviet Union, they've put up quite the impressive sporting resume. In 2023 alone, the men's ice hockey team grabbed their first ever medal at the World Championships and the men's basketball team qualified...
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Sports in Taiwan (Chinese Taipei)
There's a lot of complexity surrounding Taiwan which is reflected in the name they use in many international sporting events: Chinese Taipei. We do our best to explain the political background of Taiwan as we dive into the many sports the country is known for, including baseball, association...
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Sports in Malawi
Malawi is one of the lesser-known countries in Africa, but that doesn't mean they lack in sporting success. In fact, Malawi are one of the top nations in the world in netball, even finishing on the podium in world championship tournaments. Of course association football/soccer is the most popular...
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2023 FIFA Women's World Cup
One of the biggest sporting events in the world is here: the FIFA Women's World Cup. With 32 nations competing in the tournament for the first time, we'll get to see plenty of newcomers in addition to the usual juggernauts of the beautiful game. In this episode, we cover the background of the...
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Sports in Haiti
Haiti may not be the first country that comes to mind when you think about sporting nations in the Caribbean. But it turns out that Haiti has had a lot of athletes make waves in the world of sports. Name any popular sport in North America and Haiti has had someone play it at the highest level…
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2023 Tour de France
There is no bigger race in the world of cycling than the Tour de France. To get you ready for the 2023 edition, we've brought in our friend Eric to share his knowledge of the race and cycling in general. We cover everything from top riders, notable stages, cycling lingo, and even some historic...
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Sports in Denmark
When you think Scandinavia, you might think of skiing and various winter sports, but that is not what Denmark is known for. Denmark has stood at the top of the world in both men's and women's handball and surprisingly in badminton as well. Their underdog story in the Euro 1992 football tournament...
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Sports in Guinea
Guinea is one of the least visited countries in the world and admittedly info on their sports was a bit hard to come by. But we make up for that by going a bit deeper than usual on their two most popular sports: association football and basketball. With a surprisingly storied history in these...
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UEFA Champions League Final (2023 Edition)
The biggest event in sports at the club level is the UEFA Champions League Final. In 2023, Manchester City and Inter Milan will compete for the title of club football champs of Europe. We talk about this year's matchup and give you some background on what the Champions League is all about in this...
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Sports in Oman
Oman may not get the same attention as their neighbors in the Arab World, but they still have a lot to offer in the world of sports. With a rapidly growing population and economy, Oman is making huge strides in football and cricket, even qualifying for the T20 Cricket World Cup on two occasions....
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All About the French Open
With the 2023 French Open getting underway, what better time to take a dive into one of the most prestigious tournaments in tennis. We cover everything from the origins of the tournament, to the clay court surface, and mention some of the notable players to win the tournament before (as well as…
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Sports in Argentina
Argentina are one of the giants of the sports world. This rings true in just about every conventional sport you can think of: association football, basketball, rugby union, field hockey, etc. But Argentina also show a considerable level of talent in things like polo and cricket that the rest of...
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League Expansions in Pro Sports
Professional sports leagues around the world continue to look for ways to expand their influence. And in North America, what better way to do this than to expand your league with new teams. We talk about what factors go into deciding what city deserves a professional team and why league…
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Sports in Madagascar
Madagascar is well-known for being a large tropical island off the coast of Africa with an abundance of wildlife. But how do they fare in sports? As it turns out, surprisingly well. Madagascar has been among the best countries in Africa in sports like rugby union, basketball, and pétanque in…
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The Kentucky Derby and Horse Racing
Horses and horse racing have been a part of human culture for millennia. This week, we take a look at arguably the biggest horse race in the world: The Kentucky Derby. As the first race of the American Triple Crown of horse racing, The Kentucky Derby garners considerable attention every year from...
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Sports in Laos
Laos may not be as well-known as their neighbors in Southeast Asia, but they've proven they can hang with them in the world of sports. While their population is far behind that of Vietnam or Thailand, Laos has put in strong performances in the realm of combat sports (such as Muay Lao) and the...
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How Does Luck Affect Sports?
While all sports in the world require a large degree of skill and expertise, sometimes a bit of luck is required in order to be the last team or person standing. Inspired by the book "The Success Equation: Untangling Skill in Business, Sports, and Investing" by Michael J. Mauboussin, we take a…
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Sports in Northern Ireland
Northern Ireland is known for many of the sports you associate with the British Isles: football, rugby, cricket, golf, etc. While they may not get as much attention as their neighbors in the sports world, Northern Ireland has produced world class stars like George Best, Joey Dunlop, and Rory...
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All About the Masters (golf)
This week, we're taking a look at all the things that make the Masters Tournament special. Arguably the most prestigious golf tournament in the world, the Masters is held every year in Augusta, Georgia and features the greatest players in the sport competing for glory. We cover everything from…
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Sports in Uganda
Uganda may have a difficult past, but its athletes have risen to the top of the sporting world on more than one occasion. You have football stars such as Denis Onyango, world record runners like Joshua Cheptegei, and top basketball prospects like Arthur Kaluma representing Uganda in big ways.…
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NCAA March Madness (2023)
The NCAA Men's Division 1 Basketball Tournament is upon us! Also known as March Madness, the exciting single-elimination tournament sees the best basketball programs in the country compete to be national champion. We cover the tournament favorites, some of the exciting matchups, and games with...
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Sports in Nicaragua
Nicaragua has had a difficult past thanks to a number of reasons, but they've had athletes break through in the world of sports in some big ways. From baseball stars such as Dennis Martínez to boxing world champs like Román González, Nicaragua has every reason to be proud of their sporting...
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2023 World Baseball Classic Preview
Baseball on the world's biggest stage is back! David and Bobby provide some background on the World Baseball Classic and take a look at all 20 nations participating at this year's event. Powerhouses such as Japan, the Dominican Republic, and the United States will enter as favorites to win it…
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Sports in Slovenia
Slovenia has had a ton of athletes make an impact in the world of sports, ranging from the conventional (football, basketball, etc.) to the extreme (like skiing down Mt. Everest). We take a look at Slovenia's performance as a team in events such as the FIBA World Cup and how their individual...
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NASCAR and the 2023 Daytona 500
David and Bobby bring on their friend Alex to get you up to speed on the current state of NASCAR. We cover everything from the history of the sport, favorite drivers, and some of the exciting races you can watch during the 2023 season, such as the Daytona 500 on February 19th. Check out the 2023...
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Sports in Kyrgyzstan
Kyrgyzstan is a country filled with strong people doing sports that require a great amount of strength. These sports range from conventional events like Olympic-style wrestling to the wonderfully bizarre horseback game of kok boru (basically dead goat polo/rugby). Kyrgyzstan is home to plenty of...
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2023 Women's T20 World Cup (cricket)
The 2023 ICC Women's T20 World Cup begins February 10 in South Africa! David and Bobby take a look at the host stadiums, the teams involved, and who the favorites are to win the tournament. The tournament will run from Feb. 10-26 and can be viewed on ESPN+ in the United States. Check the first…
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Sports in Djibouti
In our smallest country profile yet, we take a look at Djibouti. Like other countries in East Africa, Djibouti excels at long distance running, including marathons. While they don't produce the same quantity as Ethiopia or Kenya, Djiboutian runners have excelled on the continental and global…
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2023 World Men's Handball Championship
Handball seems to be a popular sport just about everywhere except for the United States. So what better time for two Americans to dive into the sport than during the 2023 World Men's Handball Championship. We begin with a look at the basics of handball, followed by the tournament structure, and...
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Sports in North Macedonia
There are really three major sports to talk about with North Macedonia: association football, basketball, and handball. The country has made some major waves in football and basketball in the last decade, usually surprising the rest of Europe with some unexpected performances. As for handball,...
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Sports in Australia
Australia is a major player in the world of sports and are really good at just about everything. While there were a lot of sports and athletes we could highlight, we stuck to the ones we felt were most representative of Australia's sporting culture. So sports like cricket, rugby league, and...
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Volleyball! And its Many International Tournaments
Volleyball is a sport that just about everyone is familiar with, but in the United States, it doesn't get much attention beyond the college level. We take a look at the many, many international tournaments that FIVB hosts and get frustrated with the naming conventions for said tournaments. We…
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Sports in Samoa
Samoa is a nation filled with strong people doing strong things. From rugby to wrestling to any form of football, you'll find Samoans playing sports at the highest level and making their people proud. Not sure where Samoa is or thought it was called American Samoa? Don't worry, we'll cover that...
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Game-Changing Football Controversies
With the FIFA World Cup still going on, we decided to take a look at two infamous matches in football history that led to rule changes afterwards: the 1994 Caribbean Cup match between Barbados and Grenada, and the 1982 World Cup match between Austria and West Germany. Want to suggest a topic or...
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Knockout Stage Preview! 2022 FIFA World Cup
In our first bonus episode, Bobby and David recount the World Cup so far and look at the match-ups for the round of 16 (and make their best guesses for the rest of the bracket too!) Contact us at [email protected]
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Sports in Bulgaria
Bulgaria have a strong sporting history filled with Olympic successes and dominating performances in sports like wrestling, weightlifting, and gymnastics. While their sporting fortunes have changed a bit since 1990 (and their population has declined significantly), Bulgaria remains relevant in…
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NCAA Basketball and its International Stars
Collegiate basketball in the United States serves as a proving ground for the best amateur players who want to pursue the sport at the professional level. While the player pool is far and away composed of Americans, there are several notable players from abroad playing at top-ranked schools.…
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Sports in Ecuador
As is the case with most of South America, association football is by far the most popular sport in Ecuador. With notable clubs on the domestic level and recent successes for the national teams (including the 2022 FIFA World Cup), football is a major source of pride in the country. Ecuador is…
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2022 FIFA World Cup
The 2022 FIFA World Cup is finally here! David provides background on the host nation Qatar and how the tournament works, followed by some insight from Bobby on each of the teams participating. The World Cup kicks off on November 20 with Qatar taking on Ecuador and finishes up on December 18.…
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Sports in Bangladesh
Bangladesh may look small on a map, but this country has a massive population and a massive passion for cricket. In the past 20 years, cricket has become a source of national pride for the Bangladeshi people and the progress their country has made in that time. Team sports like association...
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NHL Hockey (and its Global Stars)
With the 2022-23 National Hockey League (NHL) season getting under way, David and Bobby take a look at the history of the league and its star players from outside of North America. With about a third of the league's players hailing from outside the US and Canada, you'll find no shortage of hockey...
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Sports in Zimbabwe
Zimbabwe have had their fair share of troubles in the past century, with some of those troubles seeping their way into the world of sports. In this episode, Bobby and David look at the good and bad of Zimbabwean sports including cricket, football (soccer), and rugby.
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The T20 World Cup (Cricket)
Aside from association football, cricket may be the most popular sport in the world. While the bat-and-ball game may be unfamiliar to most Americans (including us), we took it upon ourselves to learn the basics and share them with you before the ICC Men's T20 World Cup kicks off. If you don't…
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Sports in The Bahamas
While The Bahamas only has a population of around 400,000 people, they have definitely made their mark on the world of sports. The island nation has produced star athletes in basketball, baseball, and tennis, and has even had a few players in the NFL. But of course, where The Bahamas shines...
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Sports and geography: the combo you never knew you needed. Join Bobby and David on a globetrotting journey as they explore the world through what they know best... sports! Follow along to learn about the sporting culture of every country and keep up with big events in global sports. We guarantee you'll learn something new from us.
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