Sports Explains the World

Publisher:
Wondery

Sports Explains the World

5.0/5

Critic Rating

Sports Explains the World unveils some of the wildest and most surprising sports stories you’ve never heard. And they’re all true. From the unemployed history teacher turned CIA agent and Uganda national basketball coach, to the teenager who invented a mythical athlete…then watched him sign a million-dollar deal, these stories will amaze and move you at every turn. From award-winning journalists across the globe, Sports Explains the World reveals the human side of sports in provocative and unusual ways. Whether you’ve ever thrown a spiral or been in one, prepare to experience the action on and off the field from an unexpected – and sometimes shocking – vantage point.


Critic Reviews

Score: 5

Devin • Podstack Sep 7, 2023

"By mixing in interviews with lots of people who had some connection to the story, you get a really well rounded story. Kieran’s own narrative and emotions keep it engaging and there’s a pretty great pay off in the end. If you enjoyed Good Sport, you’ll enjoy this."

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