Introducing Good Sport
Summary
Host of the 538 Politics Podcast and ESPN’s 30 for 30 introduces Good Sport, a new eight-episode series exploring how sports connect us and reflect broader societal issues. The show tackles topics like the ethics of stadium deals, regional talent development, and the psychological challenges of retiring from professional athletics. Featuring insights from soccer legend Carli Lloyd, the podcast argues that sports offer unique lessons on belief, fairness, and self-understanding. This season aims to demonstrate that athletic experiences can fundamentally change how we view the world and oursel…
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Introduction to Good Sport and host Jody Avellan
The self-help aspect of sports and stadium deals
Ethics in stadium negotiations and athlete hotbeds
Sports as a template for political arguments
Retirement from sports and conversation with Carly Lloyd
Upcoming episodes: getting in the zone and Formula One
The argument for why sports matter
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