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OLF #13 – The Department of Homeland Security, Fascism, and the US Men’s National Soccer Team
Jun 23, 2026
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Why Aren't China, India, and Pakistan at the World Cup?
Jun 22, 2026
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US-Iran and the World Cup
Jun 18, 2026
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Iran is at the World Cup with Sina Rahmani
Jun 16, 2026
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FIFA's World Cup and Authoritarianism with Karim Zidan
Jun 12, 2026
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| Date | Episode | Topics | Guests | Brands | Places | Keywords | Sponsor | Length | |
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| 6/23/26 |  OLF #13 – The Department of Homeland Security, Fascism, and the US Men’s National Soccer Team | This episode of Out of Left Field covers the truly heinous fascist imagery used by the Department of Homeland Security, how the World Cup is sportswashing this terrible regime, the treatment of Iranian football players, and racism surrounding the WC. Keywords: World Cup 2022, sportswashing, athlete activism, fascism, FIFA, Iran, US Soccer, Qatar, social justice, sports politicsChapters00:00 Introduction and Overview of the World Cup Context03:10 Political Implications of the World Cup06:02 Iran's Struggles and Team Dynamics08:54 Media Coverage and Critique of the World Cup11:58 FIFA's Controversial Rules and Reactions15:10 Athlete Rights and Responsibilities18:01 Racism in Sports Media21:11 IOC's Stance on Athlete Compensation24:00 Absurdities and Controversies in Sports37:53 Race and Sports: A Complex Intersection39:00 Media Representation and Racism in Football40:52 Historical Context: Football, Race, and National Identity42:32 The Evolution of Racism in Sports Media44:24 Hydration Breaks: A Controversial FIFA Rule47:53 The Impact of Commercialization on Player Welfare51:40 The Future of Football: Changes and Challenges57:54 Celebrating Underdogs: Teams to Root For01:02:04 Reflections on Teams That DisappointedHosts in this episode: Priyansh, Derek, Nathan________________________________________Support & Follow The End of SportPatreon: patreon.com/Theendofsport (Support the show!)Bluesky: @endofsportpod.bsky.socialInstagram: @endofsportpodTwitter/X: @EndofSportPodYouTube: The End of SportListen, share, and support The End of Sport, a proud member of the Harbinger Media Network, a community of over sixty leftist podcasts at harbingermedianetwork.com. | — | ||||||
| 6/22/26 | Why Aren't China, India, and Pakistan at the World Cup? | In this episode, we explore the global politics of football, focusing on the notable absence of China and South Asia writ large at the World Cup, and the broader implications of sports as soft power and economic development tools.Chapters00:00 Introduction to the MAGA World Cup Episode03:42 The Importance of China and South Asia in Football06:45 Broadcasting Rights and Market Dynamics14:57 Cultural Significance of Football in China, India, and Pakistan19:15 The Role of Cricket in South Asia's Sports Landscape24:03 China's Football Aspirations and Soft Power32:13 Comparative Analysis of Former Colonies and Football Success48:40 Chinese Sports Diplomacy and Historical Context51:04 Strategic Positioning of Football in China53:31 Infrastructure Development and Soft Power54:07 Cultural Dynamics in Team Sports59:33 The Complexities of Football in Pakistan01:04:09 The Role of Private Sector in Sports01:11:46 China's Political Economy: A Dual Perspective01:22:02 The Evolution of Chinese Football and Global Perception01:35:02 Reflections on Germany's Football LegacyKeywords: World Cup 2026, Keywords: Football, China, India, South Asia, FIFA, Soft Power, Global South, Sports Politics, World Cup, Economic DevelopmentHosts in this episode: Priyansh, Derek, Nathan________________________________________Support & Follow The End of SportPatreon: patreon.com/Theendofsport (Support the show!)Bluesky: @endofsportpod.bsky.socialInstagram: @endofsportpodTwitter/X: @EndofSportPodYouTube: The End of SportListen, share, and support The End of Sport, a proud member of the Harbinger Media Network, a community of over sixty leftist podcasts at harbingermedianetwork.com. | — | ||||||
| 6/18/26 |  US-Iran and the World Cup | In this episode, we explore the intersection of geopolitics and international sports, focusing on the 2026 World Cup, Iran's participation, and the broader implications of global power dynamics. Our guest, Adnan Husain, offers deep insights into how politics, diplomacy, and sports collide on the world stage. This episode features a deep dive into the political implications of FIFA's recent actions regarding Palestine and Israel, Iran's geopolitical strategies, and the shifting landscape of US and global power. We explore the intersection of sports, geopolitics, and imperialism, highlighting Iran's soft power and resistance.Our 2026 MAGA WORLD CUP coverage continues with an interview with Professor Adnan Husain. Adnan's show: https://www.youtube.com/@UCXRDCqcEWJGhWwjWdEEuioA @theeastisapodcast Chapters00:00 Introduction to the 2026 World Cup and Guests01:34 Context of the World Cup and Geopolitical Implications05:02 Iran's Performance and Challenges in the World Cup15:15 Iran's Participation: A Political Statement?17:24 The Impact of US Politics on the World Cup22:51 Media Coverage and Perception of the World Cup32:02 Contrasting Experiences: Qatar vs. US World Cup34:21 FIFA's Influence on Host Nations38:46 Labor Rights and Globalization45:45 Visa Issues and Fan Accessibility51:06 Iraq's Participation and Historical Context56:05 FIFA's Role in Palestine and Genocide Denial01:14:31 Negotiations and Symbolism in Geopolitics01:17:01 Iran's Strategic Gains and Military Deterrence01:20:50 Linking Regional Conflicts: Iran, Lebanon, and Palestine01:24:30 Iran's Soft Power and Cultural Diplomacy01:32:46 The Shift in US Hegemony and Political Dynamics01:44:35 Obstacles Ahead: The Next Sixty Dayskeywords: World Cup, Iran, geopolitics, sports diplomacy, US foreign policy, international sports, FIFA, visa regimes, sportswashing FIFA Palestine Israel Iran geopolitics soft power US empire sports diplomacy resistance ________________________________________Support & Follow The End of SportPatreon: patreon.com/Theendofsport (Support the show!)Bluesky: @endofsportpod.bsky.socialInstagram: @endofsportpodTwitter/X: @EndofSportPodYouTube: The End of SportListen, share, and support The End of Sport, a proud member of the Harbinger Media Network, a community of over sixty leftist podcasts at harbingermedianetwork.com. | — | ||||||
| 6/16/26 |  Iran is at the World Cup with Sina Rahmani | In this episode, Derek Silva, Priyansh, and guest Sina Rahmani analyze the 2026 World Cup, its political implications, and the broader geopolitical context involving Iran, and the belligerent imperial US and Israel states.Chapters00:00 Introduction to the World Cup and Live Content02:16 World Cup Format and Hydration Breaks05:38 Impact of Hydration Breaks on Game Dynamics09:24 Surprise Results and Team Performances14:28 Iran's Participation and Political Context22:19 The Role of Iranian Diaspora and Media Representation30:05 Challenges Faced by the Iranian Team34:12 Reflections on International Institutions and Identity37:42 Geopolitical Anxiety and the MOU44:35 The Impact of War on Iran's Strategy51:09 The New Reality of Iranian Sovereignty01:06:40 The Intersection of Sports and PoliticsKeywords: World Cup 2026, Iran, US imperialism, geopolitics, sports activism, Iran-Israel relations, Middle East, sports and politics, FIFA, Iran footballHosts in this episode: Priyansh, Derek________________________________________Support & Follow The End of SportPatreon: patreon.com/Theendofsport (Support the show!)Bluesky: @endofsportpod.bsky.socialInstagram: @endofsportpodTwitter/X: @EndofSportPodYouTube: The End of SportListen, share, and support The End of Sport, a proud member of the Harbinger Media Network, a community of over sixty leftist podcasts at harbingermedianetwork.com. | — | ||||||
| 6/12/26 | FIFA's World Cup and Authoritarianism with Karim Zidan✨ | Sport and PoliticsFIFA World Cup+4 | Karim Zidan | FIFAPower Plays+2 | Saudi Arabia | Sport and PoliticsFIFA World Cup+6 | — | 1h 12m 08s | |
| 6/11/26 | The Politics of the 2026 MAGA World Cup with Zito Madu✨ | politics of sportsgeopolitics+4 | Zito Madu | FIFA | HaitiPalestine+1 | FIFA World Cupgeopolitics+8 | — | 1h 12m 14s | |
| 6/8/26 | OLF #12: MAGA WORLD CUP KICKOFF STREAM!!!✨ | MAGA World Cupethical stance on sports+4 | — | FIFA | QatarIran | World Cup Qatar 2022sportswashing+6 | — | 58m 47s | |
| 6/6/26 | Gift and Grit: How Sports Shape Racial Narratives in America✨ | racial narratives in sportscollege sports+4 | — | Gift and Grit | — | sportsrace+8 | — | 1h 08m 05s | |
| 6/4/26 | The Science and Politics of Gender in Women's Sports✨ | gender in sportstestosterone+4 | Sasha GollishRoger Pielke Jr. | University of TorontoAmerican Enterprise Institute+2 | — | women's sportsgender equity+8 | — | 1h 03m 05s | |
| 6/2/26 | The Evolution of Athlete Activism✨ | athlete activismsocial movements+4 | Brandon Wallace | Know Your Rights CampIndiana University | — | social movementsathlete activism+8 | — | 1h 17m 26s | |
| 5/28/26 | How FIFA Fuels the Occupation of Palestine✨ | FIFAPalestine+5 | Jill Thompson | Scottish Sport for PalestineFIFA+2 | IsraelPalestine | IsraelPalestine+7 | — | 59m 15s | |
| 5/26/26 |  Out of Left Field #11 - Enhanced Games, “Holistic Coaching,” NAACP, and the World Cup✨ | Enhanced Gamesholistic coaching+5 | — | NAACP | — | sports capitalismEnhanced Games+7 | — | 49m 14s | |
| 5/21/26 | How the Media Upholds Imperialism with Adrian Harewood✨ | media and journalismimperialism+5 | Adrian Harewood | Carleton UniversityCBC+1 | Canada | journalismmedia critique+8 | — | 1h 27m 52s | |
| 5/19/26 | Anti-Trans Politics and Global Fascism Explored with CJ Jones✨ | trans athletesanti-gender politics+4 | Dr. CJ Jones | gender critical feminismanti-gender movements+3 | — | Trans AthletesAnti-Gender Politics+5 | — | 1h 12m 12s | |
| 5/14/26 | How Sports Can Be a Site of Anti-Fascist Resistance✨ | anti-fascismsports activism+4 | Anthony Karefa Rogers-WrightJP Sloan | The Black Alliance for PeaceFIFA | CanadaUS+3 | FIFA World Cupanti-imperialism+5 | — | 58m 51s | |
| 5/11/26 | Inside FIFA and the Politics of Mega-Events with Jules Boykoff✨ | politics of sportssportswashing+4 | Jules Boykoff | FIFAIOC+2 | Saudi Arabia | sports washingFIFA+6 | — | 1h 07m 16s | |
| 5/7/26 | Red Sullivan's Fight for Trans Rights in Sports✨ | trans rightssports policies+4 | Red Sullivan | University of ConnecticutUniversity of Maryland+3 | — | trans athletessports policy+5 | — | 1h 09m 56s | |
| 5/5/26 |  OLF # 10 - FIFA's Genocidal Hypocrisy, LIV & Saudi Arabia, Dutch Citizenship Fiasco & Sports Betting✨ | FIFA controversiessportswashing+3 | — | FIFAPFA | PalestineDutch | genocideInfantino+4 | — | 56m 01s | |
| 4/30/26 | "Tested" and the Resurgence of Sex Testing with Reo Eveleth✨ | sex testingelite sports+4 | Reo Eveleth | TestedIOC+3 | — | sex testingelite sports+5 | — | 1h 15m 50s | |
| 4/28/26 | Boxing and US Imperial Decline with Gerald Horne and Anthony Ballas✨ | US imperialismboxing+4 | Gerald HorneAnthony Ballas | The End of Sport | — | boxingrace+5 | — | 55m 34s | |
| 4/24/26 | The Racial Capitalism Debate with Charisse Burden-Stelly✨ | racial capitalismacademic debate+4 | Dr. Charisse Burden-Stelly | Wayne State UniversityBlack Scare/Red Scare: Theorizing Capitalist Racism in the United States+2 | — | racial capitalismMarx+5 | — | 47m 09s | |
| 4/23/26 | Sports and the Strait of Hormuz with Laleh Khalili✨ | Strait of Hormuzglobal shipping crisis+4 | Laleh Khalili | University of ExeterSinews of War and Trade: Shipping and Capitalism in the Arabian Peninsula+2 | — | Strait of Hormuzglobal shipping crisis+5 | — | 1h 05m 04s | |
| 4/21/26 | OLF #9 - Canada Blocking Palestinian FA Visas, Hungarian Election, James Dolan & MSG, Brianna Turner✨ | sportspolitics+4 | — | Palestinian Football AssociationFIFA | CanadaHungary+2 | Palestinian Football AssociationFIFA Congress+6 | — | 47m 52s | |
| 4/16/26 | The Sports Psychology Episode with Lauren Beasley✨ | sports psychologymental health+4 | Dr. Lauren Beasley | — | — | sports psychologymental health+5 | — | 1h 07m 01s | |
| 4/14/26 | The Hidden Labor of Ethiopian Runners with Hannah Borenstein✨ | Ethiopian long-distance runnerssocial dynamics in sports+4 | Hannah Borenstein | — | Ethiopia | RunningAnthropology+5 | — | 1h 27m 00s | |
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