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 | 73 | Founded | 3 years ago |
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| Number of Listeners | Categories | SoccerSportsHistory | |||
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This story is a journey to one of the original sins of commercialization in modern global football - the 2005 takeover of Austria Salzburg, a former Austrian champion, UEFA cup finalist and Champions League participant by a well known energy drink co... more
Welcome to the 3rd Advent/Christmas/Holiday episode this year. It’s a read of a children book again, and that book involves a time-traveling boy and his dog. They time travel, through goalposts, to the first organized football match under Football As... more
Thomas Melchior placed his first soccer bet in 2005. He was addicted to gambling for 13 years, and imprisoned for the crimes he committed in his addiction. Now, he stands in front of stadiums on gamedays around Europe to raise awareness for the probl... more
In the US, the big soccer boom is always supposedly around the corner. The most recent example: right now, in the lead-up to next year's World Cup. But that waiting until the beautiful game is the "number 1 sport in the U.S." clouds our view of the ... more
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- Love it professor
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 Kingdom7 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 Kingdoma year ago - Fascinating interviews
An excellent podcast on football/soccer culture and history, especially from grassroots perspective. Engaging interviews. Eclectic in a good way.
Apple Podcasts5BigJuice123
Canadaa year ago - Great Podcast!
As someone with a keen interest in Austrian & German culture/history, who loves Football, this is the perfect Podcast!
Apple Podcasts5History RossUnited Kingdom2 years ago Toller Podcast zum Lieblingsthema
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Apple Podcasts | #163 |  Australia/Sports/Soccer |
Apple Podcasts | #160 |  Austria/Sports/Soccer |
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Content primarily explores the socio-political landscapes, histories, and subcultures surrounding soccer, emphasizing its rich cultural significance beyond just the game itself. Listeners can expect engaging discussions that incorporate the voices of various experts, diving into topics such as soccer's historical roots, fan culture, gambling issues, and the representation in women's football. The podcast uniquely blends academic perspectives with passionate storytelling, making complex themes accessible and relatable to a wider audience, appealing especially to those curious about the cultural implications of soccer on a global scale.
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1. Thomas Melchior
2. Brian Bunk
3. Nedim Hasanbegovic
4. Damiano Benzoni
5. Ana Ascencao e Silva
6. Eva Lotta Bohle
7. Andy Payne
8. Paul Reidy
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