Best Luke Alfred Podcasts (2024)

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The Greatest Native American Runner Ever 22:38

10h ago22:38

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Donate to The Luke Alfred Show on Patreon. Get my book: Vuvuzela Dawn: 25 Sporting Stories that Shaped a New Nation. Get full written episodes of the show a day early on Substack. Check out The Luke Alfred Show on YouTube and Facebook.By Luke Alfred

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Authors in Conversation, Ep. 6 — Judy Tzu-Chun Wu & Alfred Peredo Flores discuss Tip of the Spear 30:40

1h ago30:40

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Welcome to the sixth episode of Authors in Conversation, a podcast from the series editors of the United States in the World series from Cornell University Press. This episode features UC Irvine professor Judy Tzu-Chun Wu (co-editor of the United States in the World series) speaking with Harvey Mudd College professor Alfred Peredo Flores about his …

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How South African Rugby Started To Click 23:31

15h ago23:31

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Donate to The Luke Alfred Show on Patreon. Get my book: Vuvuzela Dawn: 25 Sporting Stories that Shaped a New Nation. Get full written episodes of the show a day early on Substack. Check out The Luke Alfred Show on YouTube and Facebook.By Luke Alfred

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The Boy Who Won Wimbledon At 17: The Boris Becker Story 23:58

8d ago23:58

23:58

Donate to The Luke Alfred Show on Patreon. Get my book: Vuvuzela Dawn: 25 Sporting Stories that Shaped a New Nation. Get full written episodes of the show a day early on Substack. Check out The Luke Alfred Show on YouTube and Facebook.By Luke Alfred

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author2author, Ep. 1 — Brian Carso & Tim Wendel on writing historical fiction 34:23

12d ago34:23

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An incredible conversation between historical novelists Tim Wendel, author of Rebel Falls, and Brian Carso, author of Gideon’s Revolution. Listen to them discuss their research processes, fictionalizing real events, and the importance of historical fiction in today’s increasingly polarized world. Buy Gideon’s Revolution: https://qrco.de/bew7SgMore …

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The Voice of the Durban July: The Story of Craig 'Eagle Eye' Peters 23:05

15d ago23:05

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Early Days in Racing Craig Peters, the iconic voice of South African horse racing, began his illustrious commentary career at just 17 years old. His debut took place in the mid-1970s at Gosforth Park, Germiston, a racetrack that has since faded into history. Young Peters was filled with anxiety, fearing mistakes and misidentifications. To hone his …

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The Biggest Upset In Euros History 25:13

22d ago25:13

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Not Meant to Be There The 1992 Euros weren't the extravagant affairs they are today. Yugoslavia's disqualification due to war threw the tournament into disarray, with Denmark getting a last-minute call-up. Even their best player, Laudrup, skipped the Euros due to disagreements with the coach. Small is Beautiful Sweden hosted the Euros with a modest…

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1869, Ep. 150 with Claudia Strauss, author of What Work Means 31:38

23d ago31:38

31:38

Learn more about What Work Means here (and use 09POD to save 30% off):https://www.cornellpress.cornell.edu/book/9781501775512/Transcript here:https://otter.ai/u/wz7ZAx9DLou7RUlouoLjz1S3shI?utm_source=copy_urlIn this episode, we speak with Claudia Strauss, author of the new book What Work Means: Beyond the Puritan Work Ethic. Claudia Strauss is Prof…

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How South Africa Swimmers Stole America's Olympic Gold 31:13

1M ago31:13

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The Redemption Games: Ryk Neethling and the Athens Olympics 4x100m Relay This episode dives into the captivating story of Ryk Neethling and the South African 4x100m freestyle relay team at the 2004 Athens Olympics. It's a tale of redemption, teamwork, and overcoming adversity. Bruised by Sydney The 2000 Sydney Olympics were a disaster for Neethling…

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Authors in Conversation, Ep. 5 — Emily Conroy-Krutz & Matthew Shannon discuss Mission Manifest 49:58

1M ago49:58

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Welcome to the fifth episode of Authors in Conversation, a podcast from the series editors of the United States in the World series from Cornell University Press. This episode features Michigan State University professor Emily Conroy-Krutz (co-editor of the United States in the World series) speaking with Emory & Henry College professor Matthew Sha…

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Can The Proteas Win The T20 World Cup? 22:50

2M ago22:50

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A Well-Deserved Selection The author praises the selection process, free from external pressures and focused on merit. Coach Rob Walter and Director of Cricket Enoch Nkwe are commended for picking a team they believe can win the World Cup. Reasons for Optimism The team is fit (except Kagiso Rabada's minor injury) and experienced, with players like …

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The Lowest Point Ever In Springbok Rugby: Lions Tour 1974 23:29

2M ago23:29

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A Foul-Mouthed Parrot and The British Lions 1974 Tour of South Africa. In this episode, we delve into the fascinating and often brutal story of the 1974 British Lions tour of South Africa. Buckle up for tales of: A swearing parrot named Piet who heckled the Lions at their hotel breakfast. (Listen for this amusing anecdote at the beginning of the ep…

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1869, Ep. 149 with Güneş Murat Tezcür, author of Liminal Minorities 23:54

2M ago23:54

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Learn more about the book (and use promo code 09POD to save 30% off):https://www.cornellpress.cornell.edu/book/9781501774683/liminal-minorities/Read the transcript:https://otter.ai/u/tysBjMaA_aPb7lhGtZyREw9ZFto?utm_source=copy_urlIn this episode, we speak with Güneş Murat Tezcür, author of the new book Liminal Minorities: Religious Difference and M…

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The Artist of Anfield: The Jürgen Klopp Story 24:02

2M ago24:02

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A Charismatic Leader Transforms Borussia Dortmund and Liverpool I dive into the remarkable career of Jürgen Klopp, a manager who wasn't just a superb tactician, but never lost sight of the human touch. From Humble Beginnings to the Brink of Ruin We start with Borussia Dortmund, a club on the verge of financial collapse. Before Klopp's arrival, the …

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The Incredible Feats Of Vaudeville Strongmen 23:37

2M ago23:37

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Exploring the Unconventional: From Marrow-Tossing to Nail-Bending. In the vast landscape of sports journalism, there's often a gravitational pull towards the grandeur of major events and superstar athletes. Yet, there's a hidden world waiting to be discovered in the sidelines, in the quirky, the obscure, and the borderline absurd sports that defy c…

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Authors in Conversation, Ep. 4 — Benjamin Coates & Christopher Tounsel discuss Bounds of Blackness 46:05

2M ago46:05

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Welcome to the fourth episode of Authors in Conversation, a podcast from the series editors of the United States in the World series from Cornell University Press. This episode features Wake Forest University professor Benjamin Coates (co-editor of the United States in the World series) speaking with University of Washington professor Christopher T…

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The First Man To Ever Run A 4 Minute Mile: The Story Of Roger Bannister 24:10

3M ago24:10

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Breaking Barriers: Roger Bannister and the Four-Minute Mile. Step back in time to May 6, 1954, when history was made on the Iffley Road track in Oxford. Join me as I delve into the captivating story of Roger Bannister's legendary assault on the four-minute mile barrier, a feat that captured the world's imagination and forever changed the landscape …

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The United Rugby Championship Is Like A Netflix Drama 23:01

3M ago23:01

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United Rugby Championship: Season 3 - The Drama Heats Up! Forget Netflix, this is real-life drama unfolding! The United Rugby Championship's final stretch is packed with nail-biting contests as South African teams fight for a place in the playoffs. The Fallen Champions: The Stormers, victors of Season 1, haven't quite repeated their dominance. They…

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How I Fell In Love With Sport Part 2 25:22

3M ago25:22

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In this episode, I take us on a trip down memory lane, exploring my life as a South African boy, with a love for cricket, during the 1970s and early 1980s. We delve into the joy of playing barefoot on the Wanderers outfield, the thrill of watching heroes like Graeme Pollock and Kevin McKenzie in action, and the camaraderie of lunchtime games on the…

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The Inspiring History Of Women In The Boston Marathon 23:40

3M ago23:40

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Step back in time with me, Luke Alfred, as we trace the footsteps of relentless women who dared to disrupt the Boston Marathon's status quo. Discover how Bobbi Gibb and Kathrine Switzer's audacious strides ignited a revolution in women's sports, transforming a mere footrace into a symbol of gender equality. Gibb’s surreptitious dash from the bushes…

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A Horse Named Foinavon: The Greatest Upset In Grand National History 24:32

4M ago24:32

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This week we delve into the rich history and legendary moments of the Grand National steeplechase, and the remarkable victory of the horse Foinavon in 1967. From the historical significance of the race to the unexpected twists and turns, join us as we uncover the unforgettable story behind one of horseracing's most iconic moments. Episode Highlight…

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The Lockdown Champs League: Remembering Bayern's Flawless 2020 23:46

4M ago23:46

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The 2019/20 Champions League season was a rollercoaster ride marked by unprecedented challenges, overshadowed by the onset of the Covid-19 pandemic. Despite its surreal nature, being played in front of no fans, and swift conclusion, this season left an indelible mark on football history. Episode Highlights: The Pandemic's Grip on Football: As Covid…

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How The Springboks Inspired A Boom In SA Club Rugby 23:02

4M ago23:02

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One of the spinoffs of the Springboks winning the Rugby World Cup in 2023, is that club rugby in the country is booming. Quietly, without fuss, and without much wider public or media attention, the numbers are climbing. They have done so for the last four or five months. And it’s good that they’re doing so now, because we stand poised on the cusp o…

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Why Cricket Has Lost It's Magic 23:32

4M ago23:32

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Who of us hasn’t driven past a cricket match glimpsed momentarily through a hedge, unable for some good reason to stop? Who of us hasn’t caught a train, the inter-city 9:15 to somewhere, and seen cricket thin-sliced through a speeding carriage window? Circumstances and countries might differ, but this is the cricket match we cannot, for whatever re…

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1869, Ep. 148 with authors Christopher Ewing and Jake Newsome 38:28

4M ago38:28

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Learn more about the books (and use promo code 09POD to save 30% off):https://www.cornellpress.cornell.edu/book/9781501773365/the-color-of-desire/https://www.cornellpress.cornell.edu/book/9781501765155/pink-triangle-legacies/Read the transcript:https://otter.ai/u/_EFsZxQPv5zbCURy-99A4uFVSQY?utm_source=copy_urlIn this episode, we brought together tw…

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The Fan Who Infiltrated The Man United Team Photo: Karl Power 25:10

4M ago25:10

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Gary Neville also objected. He knew that Power wasn’t part of the United starting X1 and told Power so. Power told Neville that he was doing this all for Eric Cantona and Gary was to shut up, which seemed to buy him the time he needed to sneak into the photograph. Neville surely didn’t buy Power’s explanation, although he might have been confused i…

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Cricket's Most Infamous Ball Tampering Scandal: The Full Sandpaper-Gate Story 19:51

5M ago19:51

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It emerged on day four that the ball-tampering plan had been hatched by senior players in the dressing room at lunchtime on the third day. Smith lost the captaincy and Warner the vice-captaincy, both banned by the ICC for one Test. In Australia, the shame and anger were widespread. Even the Aussie prime minister, Malcolm Turnbull, felt compelled to…

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1869, Ep. 147 with Vassily Klimentov, author of A Slow Reckoning 27:12

5M ago27:12

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Learn more about the book (and use promo code 09POD to save 30% off):https://www.cornellpress.cornell.edu/book/9781501773808/a-slow-reckoning/Read the transcript:https://otter.ai/u/_ZDbUEgeMZgs_eaXLmNJzs8oWVI?utm_source=copy_urlIn this episode, we speak with Vasilly Klimentov, author of the new book, A Slow Reckoning: The USSR, the Afghan Communist…

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Are Bafana Bafana Finally Good Again? 24:24

5M ago24:24

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I don’t think I’m saying anything controversial in admitting that, like a good friend from university, Bafana Bafana and I have lost touch over the last 10 or 12 years. It hasn’t been an active thing on my part. I haven’t turned my back on Bafana, at least I don’t think I have. Rather, it’s been a passive withdrawal into other things. Keeping in to…

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James Small: The Springbok Who Died In A Strip Club 22:33

5M ago22:33

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There was something darkly comic about World Cup winning Springbok James Small, losing his life in a strip joint. Some of us might have lost other things – our virginity, our wallets, our self-respect, we might even have lost our mates, or our marriage in a strip joint – but Small wasn’t a small gestures kind of guy. He was all in. And there he was…

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Why South Africa Overachieves In Sport 24:04

5M ago24:04

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In the year between February 2023 and February 2024, for instance, six South African teams either won or reached World Cup finals, reached World Cup or continental semi-finals or hustled out of the group stages of World Cups to make the round of 16. In order of success, the teams are as follows: the Springboks, who won the Rugby World Cupfinal agai…

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1869, Ep. 146 w/ John Linstrom, editor of Liberty Hyde Bailey's The Nature-Study Idea 34:49

6M ago34:49

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Download the FREE ebook:https://www.cornellpress.cornell.edu/book/9781501772634/the-nature-study-idea/You can also save 30% off the print edition with promo code 09PODRead the transcript:https://otter.ai/u/xWNbdn02Wq4saEqPlItdUJd-LnM?utm_source=copy_urlIn this episode, we speak with John Linstrom, editor of the definitive new edition of Liberty Hyd…

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Why Financial Fair Play Is Beginning To Bite 25:46

6M ago25:46

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City have been accused by the Premier League of 115 violations of Financial Fair Play regulations dating back 14 years. In the interests of time and brevity we can’t detail all 115 breaches here, but they can all be collapsed into the idea City have failed to provide the Premier League with information that “gives a true and fair view of their fina…

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How The First Ever Tied Test Match Came To Be 24:34

6M ago24:34

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The 1960/61 West Indies tour of Australia was one of the greatest test series ever played. On the eve of the first Test in Brisbane, Don Bradman, the chairman of the Australian board but really everything cricket in Australia, asked Richie Benaud, the home skipper, if he could have a few words with his side. Benaud was not one to disagree with a pr…

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The People's Gaffer: The Ange Postecoglou Story 24:28

6M ago24:28

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In a comforting way, Ange Postecoglou is just the boy next-door. Pep left home early; Wenger is too haughtily academic, even in his relaxed moments. José’s been defeated by his grumpiness; Thomas Tuchel is fascinating but finally disqualified from boy-next-door status by a vague air of the nerd. Gareth Southgate is the boy-next-door that sort of wa…

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1869, Ep. 145 with Luke Griffith, author of Unraveling the Gray Area Problem 22:29

6M ago22:29

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Learn more about the book (and use promo code 09POD to save 30% off):https://www.cornellpress.cornell.edu/book/9781501773068/unraveling-the-gray-area-problemRead the transcript:https://otter.ai/u/Ckmr71FCYKFkd5oDyV0oR2AV0v8?utm_source=copy_urlIn this episode, we speak with Luke Griffith, author of the new book Unraveling the Gray Area Problem: The …

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The Last Springboks: How South Africa Beat Bill Lawry's Aussies 25:30

6M ago25:30

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The past, they say, is another country. South Africa in 1970 really was another country, a pre-democratic country lost in the mighty bluster of High Apartheid. It was so much another country that it was in another century, which makes the 1970 series against Australia look a little like a museum piece today. Donate to The Luke Alfred Show on Patreo…

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The Story Of Dean Elgar: Resolute Warrior 25:20

7M ago25:20

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Dean Elgar is a legend of South African cricket, and a regularly underrated opening batsman. This is the inside story of his rise to the pinnacle of the game, from humble beginnings in rural South Africa. Donate to The Luke Alfred Show on Patreon. Get my book: Vuvuzela Dawn: 25 Sporting Stories that Shaped a New Nation. Get full written episodes of…

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1869, Ep. 144 with Jeffrey Friedman, author of The Commander-in-Chief Test 31:31

7M ago31:31

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Learn more about the book (and use promo code 09POD to save 30% off):https://www.cornellpress.cornell.edu/book/9781501772924/the-commander-in-chief-test/Read the transcript:https://otter.ai/u/docHKI5gdBYX9FRBeKMaarObkes?utm_source=copy_urlIn this episode, we speak with Jeffrey Friedman, author of the new book The Commander-in-Chief Test: Public Opi…

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How Newlands Disgraced Jacques Kallis 24:35

7M ago24:35

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There was once a kerfuffle about whether to name a grandstand at Newlands after Kallis. In their infinite wisdom the Western Province Cricket Association board decided not to, which is a little like failing to name a spacesuit after Neil Armstrong, or an auditorium after Louie. The cricket-loving public of the Western Cape have long since got used …

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1869, Ep. 143 w/ Vajra Watson, Kindra Montgomery-Block, & Patrice Hill on new book Faith Made Flesh 30:52

7M ago30:52

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Read the book (use promo code 09POD to save 30%):https://www.cornellpress.cornell.edu/book/9781501772320/faith-made-flesh/Read the transcript:https://otter.ai/u/EQUorUn0cr-GH9JMXYTaJ-G_2Po?utm_source=copy_urlIn this episode, we speak with editors Vajra Watson and Kindra Montgomery-Block, as well as contributor Patrice Hill, all of whom worked toget…

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The Untold Handré Pollard Story 24:18

8M ago24:18

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Handré Pollard was built for World Cups. By the time he was 21, he’d already starred in 3 Junior World Cups for the Baby Boks. 5 years later, he scored 22 points in the World Cup final, as the Springboks romped to a third World Cup victory. 4 years after that, he wasn’t in the original squad to defend South Africa’s title in France due to calf inju…

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The Cult of Lance Armstrong: The Festina Affair and "The Tour of Renewal" 25:10

8M ago25:10

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Of 189 riders who started the Tour de France in 1998, only 96 finished the race at the Champs-Élysées. It was dubbed the so-called "Festina Affair", after the disqualified Festina team. Cycling has a long history of doping, deceit, and flagrant cheating. 1999 marked the beginning of Armstrong's web of lies, bullying, and ruthless control over the T…

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1869, Ep. 142 w/ Eric Keenaghan & Rowena Kennedy-Epstein, editors of The Muriel Rukeyser Era 39:14

8M ago39:14

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Learn about the new book here (and use promo code 09POD to save 30%):https://www.cornellpress.cornell.edu/book/9781501771750/the-muriel-rukeyser-era/#bookTabs=1Read the transcript here:https://otter.ai/u/XqLGFhSLcHCvbI8HZPT3omPq7w8?utm_source=copy_urlEric Keenaghan is Associate Professor and Chair in the Department of English at the University at A…

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A Farewell To Quinnie, A South African Legend 23:32

8M ago23:32

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Once again, the Proteas have bombed out of a World Cup. Not only did South Africa suffer a predictably bitter defeat to Australia, they lost something more – one of the finest ODI cricketers ever, Quinton de Kock. Although Quinton de Kock has announced his retirement from ODI cricket, you might be surprised to know that he’s only 30. Yes, his 31st …

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Moneyball: The Most Influential Book in the History of Sport 23:01

8M ago23:01

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2023 marks the 20th anniversary of the book that changed sport's analytics forever. This is the story of Moneyball. Donate to The Luke Alfred Show on Patreon. Get my book: Vuvuzela Dawn: 25 Sporting Stories that Shaped a New Nation. Get full written episodes of the show a day early on Substack. Check out The Luke Alfred Show on YouTube and Facebook…

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1869, Ep. 141 with Amy Godine, author of The Black Woods 26:04

8M ago26:04

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Learn more about The Black Woods here (and use promo code 09POD to save 30%): https://www.cornellpress.cornell.edu/book/9781501771682/the-black-woods/Read the transcript:https://otter.ai/u/bMcnVOvsG9riaiRRXpVI4fgaWf8?utm_source=copy_urlIn this episode, we speak with Amy Godine, author of the new book The Black Woods: Pursuing Racial Justice on the …

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The 3 Unluckiest Sportsmen Ever 23:19

8M ago23:19

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More and more sport nowadays means there’s more and more sport to forget. Here are the stories of three forgotten sportsmen: the member of a travelling circus who had a tragically short England cricket career the big-game hunter who was recalled to kick for the Springboks and the ‘Bok eighthman who charged his bar tab to management. It was the one …

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We Love The Boks. But They Can’t Save South Africa 24:16

9M ago24:16

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While we are all immensely proud of the Springboks and their World Cup final win over the All Blacks in Paris, we should also not jettison our critical faculties completely. There has been much talk, in the media and elsewhere, of what the Boks can teach us. They, the pundits say, can teach us about planning, co-operation, overcoming obstacles and …

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1869, Ep. 140 with Benjamin Hegarty, author of The Made-Up State 29:21

9M ago29:21

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Learn more about the book:https://www.cornellpress.cornell.edu/book/9781501766657/the-made-up-state/Read the transcript:https://otter.ai/u/O18-V2EdVKo5Rz5eblyrDU9DTM0?utm_source=copy_urlIn this episode, we speak with Benjamin Hegarty, author of The Made-Up State: Technology, Trans Femininity, and Citizenship in Indonesia. Benjamin Hegarty is McKenz…

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