{"version":"1.0","type":"rich","provider_name":"Acast","provider_url":"https://acast.com","height":250,"width":700,"html":"<iframe src=\"https://embed.acast.com/$/64061acd1132ac0011970843/6a29cf083f4eb34728d3654e?\" frameBorder=\"0\" width=\"700\" height=\"250\"></iframe>","title":"Kings, Chloroform and Corruption: The Story of the First World Cup","thumbnail_width":200,"thumbnail_height":200,"thumbnail_url":"https://open-images.acast.com/shows/64061acd1132ac0011970843/1781123971866-37238163-e6c2-4b90-ae23-ec5558e474e3.jpeg?height=200","description":"<p><strong>Special Episode</strong></p><p>Long before the superstar players, global television audiences and billion-dollar sponsorships, the World Cup was little more than an ambitious dream.</p><p>In July of 1930, thirteen teams travelled to Uruguay for what truly was an adventure into the unknown. What followed was eighteen unforgettable days of <strong>drama, chaos and comedy</strong>. Join us for this Cliff's Edge Summer Special as we uncover the remarkable story behind the very first FIFA World Cup.</p><p>As always, thank you for listening. If you enjoyed the episode, please consider leaving a rating or review. </p>","author_name":"Ciaran McConnell"}