Rephonic
Artwork for Sportly
NFL
Super Bowl
Cricket
American Football League
Red Grange
Pickleball
Chicago Bears
George Halas
Kansas City Chiefs
Green Bay Packers
India-Pakistan Rivalry
College Football
Canton Bulldogs
Television Broadcasting
Running
National Anthem
Immigrantly Media
Asian American Athletes
Antitrust Laws
Stadium Funding

Sportly is hosted by Emmy-winning investigative journalist Kavitha A. Davidson. Created by Immigrantly Media, it takes you beyond the scoreboard to uncover the hidden histories and rich cultural legacies that make sports truly unforgettable. Sportly brings listeners a fresh perspective on sports each week—did you know that the oldest international cricket rivalry is between the United States and C... more

PublishesWeeklyEpisodes78Founded2 years ago
Number of ListenersCategories
Sports NewsSportsNews

Listen to this Podcast

Artwork for Sportly

Latest Episodes

In this episode of Sportly, host Kavitha Davidson sits down with figure skating expert Jackie Wong to break down the unprecedented comeback story that has the skating world buzzing.

For the first time in 24 years, Team USA is sending three legitimat... more

YouTube

Eleven years after one of the most defining moments in Super Bowl history, the New England Patriots and Seattle Seahawks face each other again in Super Bowl 60, with the media framing the matchup as a story of redemption and revenge.

On this episode... more

YouTube

Today's feed drop is from Good Game with Sarah Spain.

Olympic hockey legend Angela Ruggiero joins Sarah to discuss what hockey has given her on and off the ice, how she thinks the PWHL will impact U.S./Canada dynamics in Milan, and how she’s seen me... more

YouTube

What happens when elite athletes are allowed and encouraged to use performance-enhancing drugs?

In this episode of Sportly, host Kavitha Davidson is joined by sports journalist Jacob Whitehead to examine the launch of the Enhanced Games, a proposed ... more

YouTube

Key Facts

Accepts Guests
Accepts Sponsors
Contact Information
Podcast Host
Number of Listeners
Find out how many people listen to this podcast per episode and each month.

Similar Podcasts

People also subscribe to these shows.

Recent Guests

Angela Ruggiero
Former ice hockey defense woman, Olympic gold medalist, and CEO of Sports Innovation Lab.
Sports Innovation Lab
Episode: Feed Drop: Have A Dance Party And Lighten Up with Angela Ruggiero
Jacob Whitehead
An investigative sports journalist at The Athletic, covering cycling and Newcastle United.
The Athletic
Episode: Will the Enhanced Games Redefine Doping and the Future of Sports?
Amira Rose Davis
Historian and assistant professor, focusing on race, gender, sports, and politics
University of Texas Austin
Episode: Will Heated Rivalry Make Hockey More Inclusive?
Kirk Lakob
Warriors Executive Vice President of Basketball Operations
Golden State Warriors
Episode: Courtside Stories: Rivalries, Redemption, and Prison Reform? (January 2025)
Farah Godridge
Professor of Political Science at the University of California, Riverside
Episode: Courtside Stories: Rivalries, Redemption, and Prison Reform? (January 2025)
Joon Lee
Former ESPN and Bleacher Report reporter, now an independent sports journalist
Episode: Joon Lee on the Cost of Being a Sports Fan
Jesse Dougherty
College Sports Reporter at The Washington Post
The Washington Post
Episode: The NCAA’s Financial Freefall with Jesse Dougherty
Zach Vanasse
A native Canadian who grew up an Expos fan outside of Montreal and has now lived in Toronto for 15 years.
Episode: How Toronto Blue Jays Became Canada's Team
Seema Kumari
Graduate of the Yuwa program and Harvard alumnus
Episode: From Rural India to Harvard: The Power of Girls Soccer

Host

Kavitha A. Davidson
Emmy-winning investigative journalist known for her insightful storytelling and exploration of diverse narratives in sports.

Chart Rankings

How this podcast ranks in the Apple Podcasts, Spotify and YouTube charts.

Talking Points

Recent interactions between the hosts and their guests.

Feed Drop: Have A Dance Party And Lighten Up with Angela Ruggiero
Q: Did you dream of like playing in the Olympics as a kid?
I just knew I wanted to be a hockey player. I didn't know what it was going to look like.
Will the Enhanced Games Redefine Doping and the Future of Sports?
Q: Is there any consideration for those older athletes what this does to their legacy, if you have a former world champion and a recent Olympian?
Many athletes, while considering their legacy, state they make these decisions to support their families, accepting the potential backlash.
Will the Enhanced Games Redefine Doping and the Future of Sports?
Q: Can you just quickly go through some of the high-profile issues and scandals that we've seen in doping, particularly on the international stage?
Jacob discusses recent high-profile cases in cycling, the state-backed Russian doping scandal, and its impact on Olympic participation.
Will Heated Rivalry Make Hockey More Inclusive?
Q: Jessica, when I texted you and I was like, do you want to come on and talk about Heated Rivalry?
You immediately were like, oh my God, yes.
Joon Lee on the Cost of Being a Sports Fan
Q: Can you go through some of those solutions that you offered regarding gambling?
I think that there should just be a way for the average person to access broadcast networks without having to buy an antenna.

Audience Metrics

Listeners, social reach, demographics and more for this podcast.

Listeners per Episode
Gender Skew
Location
Interests
Professions
Age Range
Household Income
Social Media Reach

Frequently Asked Questions About Sportly

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

Focusing on the cultural and historical contexts surrounding sports, the episodes uncover significant narratives that often go unnoticed. Themes explored include the societal impact of sports, the evolution of sports culture, and the diverse backgrounds of athletes, highlighting lesser-known rivalries and groundbreaking moments. The discussion ranges from iconic figures and events in American sports, like the influence of the national anthem, to international stories, such as cricket's unique history between the United States and Canada. The compelling storytelling aims to broaden listeners' perceptions of sports by incorporating personal anecdotes and societal critiques, making it appealing for both casual fans and sports enthusiasts looki... more

Where can I find podcast stats for Sportly?

Rephonic provides a wide range of podcast stats for Sportly. We scanned the web and collated all of the information that we could find in our comprehensive podcast database. See how many people listen to Sportly and access YouTube viewership numbers, download stats, audience demographics, chart rankings, ratings, reviews and more.

How many listeners does Sportly get?

Rephonic provides a full set of podcast information for three million podcasts, including the number of listeners. View further listenership figures for Sportly, including podcast download numbers and subscriber numbers, so you can make better decisions about which podcasts to sponsor or be a guest on. You will need to upgrade your account to access this premium data.

What are the audience demographics for Sportly?

Rephonic provides comprehensive predictive audience data for Sportly, including gender skew, age, country, political leaning, income, professions, education level, and interests. You can access these listener demographics by upgrading your account.

How many subscribers and views does Sportly have?

To see how many followers or subscribers Sportly has on Spotify and other platforms such as Castbox and Podcast Addict, simply upgrade your account. You'll also find viewership figures for their YouTube channel if they have one.

Which podcasts are similar to Sportly?

These podcasts share a similar audience with Sportly:

1. The Daily
2. Up First from NPR
3. The Sam Sanders Show
4. Pop Culture Happy Hour
5. One Song

How many episodes of Sportly are there?

Sportly launched 2 years ago and published 78 episodes to date. You can find more information about this podcast including rankings, audience demographics and engagement in our podcast database.

How do I contact Sportly?

Our systems regularly scour the web to find email addresses and social media links for this podcast. We scanned the web and collated all of the contact information that we could find in our podcast database. But in the unlikely event that you can't find what you're looking for, our concierge service lets you request our research team to source better contacts for you.

Where can I see ratings and reviews for Sportly?

Rephonic pulls ratings and reviews for Sportly from multiple sources, including Spotify, Apple Podcasts, Castbox, and Podcast Addict.

View all the reviews in one place instead of visiting each platform individually and use this information to decide if a show is worth pitching or not.

How do I access podcast episode transcripts for Sportly?

Rephonic provides full transcripts for episodes of Sportly. Search within each transcript for your keywords, whether they be topics, brands or people, and figure out if it's worth pitching as a guest or sponsor. You can even set-up alerts to get notified when your keywords are mentioned.

What guests have appeared on Sportly?

Recent guests on Sportly include:

1. Angela Ruggiero
2. Jacob Whitehead
3. Amira Rose Davis
4. Kirk Lakob
5. Farah Godridge
6. Joon Lee
7. Jesse Dougherty
8. Zach Vanasse

To view more recent guests and their details, simply upgrade your Rephonic account. You'll also get access to a typical guest profile to help you decide if the show is worth pitching.

Find and pitch the right podcasts

We help savvy brands, marketers and PR professionals to find the right podcasts for any topic or niche. Get the data and contacts you need to pitch podcasts at scale and turn listeners into customers.
Try it free for 7 days