Power Plays
Overview
"Power Plays" is a gripping investigative podcast from the Human Rights Foundation that exposes the dark intersection of global sports and geopolitics. Hosted by sports journalist Karim Zidan, the series uncovers how authoritarian regimes and dictators weaponize major sporting events—particularly the FIFA World Cup—to launder their reputations, project soft power, and obscure human rights abuses. From Mussolini’s 1934 fascist Italy to Qatar’s controversial 2022 tournament built on exploited migrant labor, each episode delivers a deeply researched, narrative-driven look at sportswashing, corruption, and dissent. Ideal for sports fans, history buffs, and political enthusiasts alike, "Power Plays" challenges listeners to confront the geopolitical realities behind the games they love, offering a critical lens on the true cost of global spectacles.
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