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Sports Explains the World

Wondery | Meadowlark
SportsSociety & CultureDocumentary

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. more

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Reviews

4.6 out of 5 stars from 71 ratings
  • Volley and Serve

    Tim Rohan did a superb job reporting this tantalizing story. Ace!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    berkman_s
    United Statesa month ago
  • VOLLEY AND SERVE

    excellent reporting - really enjoyed these new episodes!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    MRS8612
    United Statesa month ago
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    Major League Baseball has not stripped the Houston Astros if it’s 2017 World Series title.

    Apple Podcasts
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    Julian Spivey
    United States2 months ago
  • Great pod!

    Really well done sports stories for even non sports fans could enjoy. Great listen. Highly recommended.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    SicMundusCreatusEst
    United States2 months ago
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