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Gameplan - A Sport Management Podcast

Høgskolen i Molde
Nordic Sport Model
Sport Analytics
Sport Marketing
Economics
Econometrics
Digital Media
Sustainability
Sports Management
Molde University College
Data Analytics
Stata/spss/r
Fan Behavior
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Gameplan is a podcast where researchers and practitioners share insights, experiences, and their passion for the world of sport management. The show is hosted by Solveig Straume, Associate Professor of Sport Management at Molde University College.

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In today’s episode, I’m joined by Mathieu Marlier, Professor of Sport Management at LUNEX University in Luxembourg. We talk about career choices and explore Mathieu’s innovative and inspiring approaches to teaching.

In todays episode I speak with Karin Book. She is senior lecturer and Associate Professor at the Department of Sport Sciences at Malmö University in Sweden. In the episode we speak about her background as an urban geographer and how she has combined ... more

In this episode, we are joined by Ignacio Palacios-Huerta, economist and Professor at the London School of Economics. Ignacio shares his academic journey, reflects on the experiences that shaped his research interests and shares insights into how spo... more

Today’s guest is Chris Horbel, Professor of Sport Management at the Norwegian School of Sport Sciences. We talk about her work in sport marketing, her experiences as an educator and researcher, and what it means to be the first female professor in sp... more

In this episode, we’re joined by Josef Fahlén, Professor of Sport Management at Umeå University in Sweden. We dive into the Nordic sport model, and Josef shares thoughtful insights drawn from his extensive research and teaching.

In this episode, Aila Ahonen from JAMK and the University of Jyväskylä shares key insights from her career in sport management, talks about stepping into her new role as President of EASM, and reflects on the unique Nordic approach to organizing spor... more

In this episode, sport management master students, Astros Arnarsdottir and Christian Skui Stenseth share insights from their internships in Møre and Romsdal Idrettskrets and Molde Football Club. They also have some advice to future students as well a... more

This episode features sport economist Georgios Nalbantis who shares his expertise on sport analytics and why analytical thinking is becoming essential for leaders in sport today.

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Ignacio Palacios-Huerta
Economist, Professor at London School of Economics
London School of Economics
Episode: Sport Economics with Ignacio Palacios Huerta
Chris Horbel
Professor in sport management at the Norwegian School of Sport Sciences in Oslo
Norwegian School of Sport Sciences (Oslo)
Episode: Insights into Sport Marketing with Chris Horbel
Josef Fahlén
Professor in Sport Management at Umeå University, Sweden
Umeå University
Episode: Understanding the Nordic sport model with Josef Fahlen
Aila Ahonen
Professor in Sport Management, Jyväskylä University
Jyväskylä University, Finland
Episode: Insights from Aila Ahonen, Sport Business Scholar and EASM president
Astros Arnarsdottir
Master's student in sport management, intern at Idrettskretsen (Regional Confederation of Sports)
Molde University College – Master in Sport Management; Intern at Regional Confederation of Sports (Idrettskretsen)
Episode: The internship experience with Astros Arnarsdottir and Christian Skui Stenseth
Christian Skui Stenseth
Master's student in sport management, intern in Molde Football Club
Molde University College – Master in Sport Management; Intern in Molde Football Club (Marketing and Administration)
Episode: The internship experience with Astros Arnarsdottir and Christian Skui Stenseth
Georgios Nalbantis
Sport economist and lecturer focused on sports analytics
University/Institute not explicitly named in transcript
Episode: Sport analytics with Giorgios Nalbantis
Ole Fischer
Master's student in Sport Management, Germany
Molde University College
Episode: The Molde Experience with Lucia Suchanova & Ole Fischer
Lucia Suchanova
Master's student in Sport Management, Slovakia
Molde University College
Episode: The Molde Experience with Lucia Suchanova & Ole Fischer

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Solveig Straume
Host of Gameplan

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#170
Netherlands/Sports

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Understanding the Nordic sport model with Josef Fahlen
Q: Where have you done most of your research?
Most of my work has focused on indigenous and Sami sport, exploring how culture and politics shape participation, revenue streams, and governance, while also examining co-organized versus separately organized formats.
Understanding the Nordic sport model with Josef Fahlen
Q: Is there something special about the Nordic sport model compared to other places in the world?
Yes, the Nordic model is distinctive when you look at it as an aggregate of several interlinked practices, including widespread club participation, strong public funding, gender inclusion, and a heavy emphasis on social aspects of sport that go beyond elite performance.
Understanding the Nordic sport model with Josef Fahlen
Q: Okay, so with me in the podcast studio today, I have a special guest from Sweden. Who are you?
I am Josef Fahlén, a professor in sport management at Umeå University, here to discuss the Nordic sport model.
The internship experience with Astros Arnarsdottir and Christian Skui Stenseth
Q: How does theory and practice speak with each other in your internships, and how do you apply what you learned academically to your work in the field?
Both students note that they actively revisit notes and course concepts (e.g., social media, Nordic sports model, and marketing) to inform practical tasks like promoting the product, engaging clubs, and coordinating with councils, while also adapting learning to the local context and the specific language and terminology of Norwegian sport administration.
Sport Economics with Ignacio Palacios Huerta
Q: Why does sport economics matter for sport managers?
Because evidence and econometric measurement help understand the different forces at play across margins, enabling better policy, management decisions, and understanding of what drives performance.

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What is Gameplan about and what kind of topics does it cover?

This show focuses on sport management from both academic and practitioner perspectives, with guests ranging from leading sport economists to marketing experts, Nordic governance scholars, and up-and-coming students in Molde's program. Episodes explore how economic theory, data analytics, sponsorship, fan behavior, and event management intersect with real-world sports organizations, policy, and industry trends. A recurring strength is bridging rigorous research with practical insights for clubs, sponsors, and policy makers, often grounded in Nordic and European contexts. The format tends to feature in-depth conversations, personal career paths, and actionable takeaways for listeners aiming to apply evidence-based thinking in sports administr... more

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Recent guests on Gameplan include:

1. Ignacio Palacios-Huerta
2. Chris Horbel
3. Josef Fahlén
4. Aila Ahonen
5. Astros Arnarsdottir
6. Christian Skui Stenseth
7. Georgios Nalbantis
8. Ole Fischer

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