{"version":"1.0","type":"rich","provider_name":"Acast","provider_url":"https://acast.com","height":250,"width":700,"html":"<iframe src=\"https://embed.acast.com/$/69c404f1938a3e0037416b64/6a15b6786ee822cbfb0521fe?\" frameBorder=\"0\" width=\"700\" height=\"250\"></iframe>","title":"Podround | Football","description":"<p><br></p><p>Welcome to <strong>Podround</strong>, a by-fans-for-fans production curating the best episodes from across the internet!</p><p><br></p><p>In this episode, we are exploring three distinct podcast approaches to covering the 2026 FIFA World Cup! From investigative journalism into FIFA’s inner workings to humourous and historical reflections, we’re rounding up the podcasts for you to stay “in the know” as the world’s eyes prepare to descend on North America!</p><p><br></p><h3><strong>Resources &amp; Episode Links</strong></h3><p><strong>Featured Podcasts:</strong></p><ul><li><strong>The Athletic FC Podcast</strong> | <a href=\"https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=vkzGUDMXqOc\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" target=\"_blank\">Watch on YouTube</a></li><li><strong>Guardian Football Weekly</strong> | <a href=\"https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=bu8vcPICEqQ\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" target=\"_blank\">Watch on YouTube</a></li><li><strong>Men in Blazers</strong> | <a href=\"https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=lVMM1ZLjNZ8\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" target=\"_blank\">Watch on YouTube</a></li></ul><h3><br></h3><h3><strong>Inside the Episode</strong></h3><ul><li><strong>The Athletic FC Podcast</strong>: A deep dive into investigative journalism, focusing on the transparency of FIFA ticketing, broadcasting rights, and the complex geopolitics of a multi-nation tournament.</li><li><strong>Guardian Football Weekly</strong>: Bringing a conversational and humorous style to the pitch, this podcast provides essential historical context on the development and legacy of US soccer.</li><li><strong>Men in Blazers</strong>: An emotional and community-driven approach that explores themes of identity and national hope, featuring personal World Cup reflections from legends like Clint Dempsey.</li></ul><h3><br></h3><h3><strong>Episode Chapters</strong></h3><ul><li><strong>00:00 Introduction to Podround</strong></li><li><strong>01:55 The Athletic FC</strong></li><li><strong>04:34 The Guardian</strong></li><li><strong>07:28 Men in Blazers</strong></li><li><strong>09:54 Episode Summary</strong></li><li><strong>10:24 Conclusion</strong></li></ul><p><br></p><p><strong>From the makers of Where Pop Culture Meets PR</strong> Too many podcasts, not enough time. By fans and for fans, <strong>Podround</strong> discovers and curates the best episodes from across YouTube, Spotify, Substack, and the pod world and delivers the ones worth your time straight to you. Serving up different genres and different voices from different corners of the globe, Podround is the one-stop shop for podcast lovers.</p><p><br></p><p><strong>New episodes weekly.</strong></p><p><br></p><p>#World Cup2026 #FIFAWorldCup #SoccerPodcasts #TheAthleticFC #GuardianFootballWeekly #MenInBlazers #ClintDempsey #SportsJournalism #USMNT #Podround #SoccerCulture</p>","author_name":"Where Pop Culture Meets PR"}