The Assistant Professor of Football: Soccer, Culture, History.
Philipp GollnerThe academic treatment for English-speakers who get that soccer is more than gamedays, stars and goals. Who wonder about the histories, subcultures and politics that make the game so different from many American sports cultures; and who care about a critical take on soccer as a global capitalist machine. A European-guided journey, with one expert "visiting professor" each episode.
| Publishes | Twice monthly | Episodes | 66 | Founded | 3 years ago |
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| Number of Listeners | Categories | SoccerSportsHistory | |||
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Before the Conference League anthem came on in Celje Slovenia, one warm August night this year, today’s guest had a lot of work behind him already while I was was on my way via train, uber and rental car from Bosnia. He is Rok Gregoric, press and pr ... more
This is Part 2 of an unusual episode, on the move through countries, memories, wounds, war, peace and the beautiful game.
Sturm Graz is and was a workers club when I came to the club in the 90s, one year before Ivica Osim arrived. We knew he was a m... more
Sturm Graz is and was a workers club when I came to the club in the 90s, one year before Ivica Osim arrived. We knew he was a mathematician, soccer player and coach, and he knew workers clubs, from Željezničar, in Grbavica, back home in Sarajevo, the... more
Damiano Benzoni, Italian journalist and seasoned groundhopper, has written a wonderful book - an "emotive map of football in Berlin," a rich portrait of a city through the eyes of football. And when that city happens to be the German capital, torn by... more
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Love that we call everyone professor on this as a listener from England. Thank you Philipp for your episodes of stories across world and hearing about football soccer culture’s. My favourite episode was CLAPTON CFC because i am a member of this team. ☺️💕
Apple Podcasts5BALHAM 2026
United Kingdom4 months ago - Always an interesting listen
This podcast covers stories in football that you might know about and the guests are always engaging and experts in their area.
I appreciate learning more about parts of football I might not have ever gotten to know
Apple Podcasts5Slice of OrangeUnited Kingdom10 months ago - Fascinating interviews
An excellent podcast on football/soccer culture and history, especially from grassroots perspective. Engaging interviews. Eclectic in a good way.
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Canadaa year ago - Great Podcast!
As someone with a keen interest in Austrian & German culture/history, who loves Football, this is the perfect Podcast!
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Focused on the multifaceted culture and history of soccer, this podcast offers a unique angle that extends beyond the mere results of games. Episodes explore the subcultures and political aspects of the sport, examining how systemic and historical contexts shape the experience of soccer in Europe and beyond. It frequently features expert guests, each bringing their own insights, affinities, and narratives that unveil the intricate relationship between soccer and society, challenging listeners to think critically about their own engagement with the sport. Unique in its academic approach, the content is enriched by discussions about socio-political issues surrounding soccer, making it particularly engaging for listeners interested in a critic... more
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