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FIFA World Cup: The controversies

It was always a controversial choice for critics who’ve spent years saying the World Cup should’ve never been awarded to a conservative country smaller than Sydney. On this podcast, we’ll tackle issues off-the-field that people can’t stop talking about, and others you may not be across.

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Episodes

  • Women's rights and the FIFA World Cup

    Published: Duration: 30:48

  • Human rights and workers' rights under the microscope in Qatar

    Published: Duration: 43:24

  • Rainbow armbands and a clash of cultures at the FIFA World Cup

    Published: Duration: 37:08

  • Should gay fans feel safe going to Qatar for the World Cup?

    Published: Duration: 24:04

  • FIFA World Cup: A (controversial) Podcast

    Published: Duration: 27:27

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