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Sport Is History

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World Cup
Tiger Woods
World Cup Celebrations
Dennis Taylor
Steve Davis
Cheating In Sports
Darts
Masters Tournament
England National Football Team
Indian Premier League
Football League
Solheim Cup
Viv Richards
Grand National
London Marathon
Football
Emil Zatopek
Leicester City
Manchester City
FIFA World Cup

From the roar of the crowd… to the moments that changed sport forever. What really happened behind the headlines? What turns victory into legend… or controversy into history? From the extraordinary history of the marathon… to the unforgettable comeback of Tiger Woods… we unpack the details you may never have heard and with our own experiences, we’ll guide you through what it's really like on the g... more

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Latest Episodes

Some sporting champions become immortal. Others win the biggest prize of their lives, produce a moment for the ages, and then somehow slip through the cracks of history.

In this episode, we're celebrating the forgotten heroes, unlikely winners and s... more

In this second part of two, Mark and Marcus are joined by former cricketer turned journalist and broadcaster Simon Hughes to further unpack the GREATEST overseas XI English county cricket has seen. Otherwise known as 'The Analyst' Simon has played fo... more

In this first part of two, Mark and Marcus go head-to-head to pick their ultimate All-Time XI of players who made their mark in the English game from overseas. From Viv Richards’ swagger and Shane Warne’s wizardry to Kumar Sangakkara’s class and Mark... more

In this inspiring episode, we sit down with racing driver Billy Monger to hear the story behind one of motorsport’s most remarkable comebacks.

Billy takes us through his journey from a young driver with a passion for racing, to the crash that change... more

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Recent Guests

Simon Hughes
Former Middlesex and Durham cricketer, journalist and broadcaster
Episode: Cricket's GREATEST Overseas XI of ALL-TIME: Part 2
Billy Monger
Astonishingly inspirational young man
Author of Find Your Drive; para-athlete
Episode: From Crash to Comeback: Billy Monger’s Incredible Story
Gavin Fitzgerald
Irish filmmaker
Irish filmmaker making the Jonah Lomu film
Episode: How Jonah Lomu Changed Rugby Forever
George from George on Sports
NFL expert and award-winning sports creator
George on Sports
Episode: The History of the Super Bowl
Alison Nicholas
One of the greats in Solheim Cup history, former player and two-time European captain
Solheim Cup participant and captain
Episode: Off the First Tee: The Evolution of the Solheim Cup
Chris Sidwells
Cycling journalist and commentator
BBC Sport? / Cycling Publications
Episode: Tadej Pogačar: The Rise of a Cycling Great
Peter Kenny Jones
Football historian
Football historian
Episode: The History of the Football League
Chris Cowdrey
Kent captain, former England captain, invited guest
Kent/England Cricket
Episode: The Crazy English Cricket Summer of 1988
Graham Morris
Photographer, captured the Gatting-Rana confrontation
Photographer for various newspapers/agencies
Episode: Collision at the Crease: Gatting vs Rana

Hosts

Mark Pougatch
Sports presenter and broadcaster.
Marcus Buckland
Broadcaster and sports presenter.

Reviews

4.8 out of 5 stars from 22 ratings
  • Favourite sport podcast

    It’s like listening to two well- informed Englishmen discussing sport over a pint.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    rkcpjbm7
    New Zealand3 months ago
  • An amazing podcast idea!

    Love this podcast guys it’s such a good idea! Really interesting and fun to listen to please do one on the greatest sport that is DARTS!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Leighton2712
    United Kingdom6 months ago
  • The right mix of sport and history!

    This is a truly excellent listen, lots of brilliant stories from the world of sport!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    G listens
    United Kingdom6 months ago

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The mix of sport and history is seen as a strong, engaging concept.
Listeners describe the hosts' conversation as relaxed and well-informed, with the feel of chatting over a pint.

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Apple Podcasts
#8
United Kingdom/News/Sports News
Apple Podcasts
#250
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Apple Podcasts
#50
Italy/News/Sports News
Apple Podcasts
#141
Australia/News/Sports News
Apple Podcasts
#16
Hong Kong/News/Sports News
Apple Podcasts
#20
Indonesia/News/Sports News

Talking Points

Recent interactions between the hosts and their guests.

Cricket's GREATEST Overseas XI of ALL-TIME: Part 2
Q: From your experience, do you think that they were a very positive influence in terms of speeding up the development of young English players looking to make a mark first at county and then at international level?
Hughes says overseas players had a strongly positive influence through their advice, preparation and playing standards, challenging young county players and making the game more exciting.
Cricket's GREATEST Overseas XI of ALL-TIME: Part 2
Q: What was the difference between Richards and Lloyd?
Hughes says Clive Lloyd was focused, relentless and difficult to bowl short to, while Viv Richards was more nimble and flamboyant, often asserting dominance and then playing with his opponent.
How Jonah Lomu Changed Rugby Forever
Q: What made you want to make this film about Jonah Lomu?
Gavin explains he was a fan and was approached by Silver Entertainment to tell Jonah's story, aiming to explore what made him tick and how fame affected him, while balancing accuracy and emotional truth.
The History of the Super Bowl
Q: If you had to pick the greatest Super Bowl, which would you choose?
George discusses personal memory and the impact of watching the New Orleans game, highlighting domination and the emotional resonance of historic moments.
The History of the Super Bowl
Q: George, how come you fell in love with American football?
George explains his accidental entry into the sport via university rugby, discovering American football alongside the London Blitz, and how the game's appeal grew from there.

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Frequently Asked Questions About Sport Is History

What is Sport Is History about and what kind of topics does it cover?

Weekly conversations about the stories, people and turning points that shaped sport. Mark Pougatch and Marcus Buckland combine personal memories and broadcaster's perspective with historical context, moving between football, cricket, rugby, golf, cycling and other major sporting events. Episodes range from histories of competitions and teams to controversies, standout careers and defining performances.

The format is informal and conversational, with the hosts often joined by athletes, journalists, historians, filmmakers and eyewitnesses who bring specialist knowledge or firsthand accounts. The blend of archival storytelling, behind-the-scenes detail and lively debate makes the series a fit for sports fans interested not only in results, bu... more

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1. Simon Hughes
2. Billy Monger
3. Gavin Fitzgerald
4. George from George on Sports
5. Alison Nicholas
6. Chris Sidwells
7. Peter Kenny Jones
8. Chris Cowdrey

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