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Hosted by Talib Visram · 🇺🇸 US · EN · 21 episodes
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How the world's favorite sporting event will meet America's own vision for it. Original reporting and analysis on the lead-up to the 2026 World Cup in this political, social, and cultural moment. talibvisram.substack.com
Talib Visram hosts America's Cup, a sports show with 21 episodes published.
It’s finally here. On Thursday afternoon, Mexico and South Africa will kick off in the opening match of the 2026 World Cup. There are now signs of life: teams and fans are arriving, settling into their base camps, dealin
The American College of Sports Medicine recommends athletic activity should cease at 82 degrees Fahrenheit (28 degrees Celsius). But this weekend, temperatures will surge past 90°F (32°C) in Dallas and Houston. And we’re
Even at the best of times, highly populated mega-events are a public safety concern. Much more so at a paranoid moment when the host nation is at war, has a fair share of geopolitical enemies and a history of gun violenc
Last week, when the tiny island nation of Cape Verde chose Tampa, Florida as their team base camp, 48 of 48 of those camps were finalized. These FIFA-approved camps—training facilities and accommodations—are now set all
There may be no nation facing the brute force of a combination of America’s harshest policies in 2026, from visa bans to ICE raids, quite as much as Haiti. Pair that with being the recipient of Donald Trump’s most unfoun
Almost exactly a year ago, journalist Beau Duré wrote an article for The Guardian titled “The US men’s national team aren’t just underachievers; they’re unlikeable.” A year on, he hasn’t budged from that stance. It’s som
The World Cup hasn’t traditionally been a favorite event for U.S. sports bettors. But as North America prepares to host, the gambling landscape is a lot different. Since 2018, sports betting has been legal, and 10% of Am
Nothing quite beats a good hotel, but I’m also a huge fan of short-term rentals—basically, Airbnbs. They can be quirky, unique, and off the beaten path, often with kind and hospitable hosts. It’s a way to truly immerse i
After a drawn-out debacle caused by funding disagreements, Boston—or more accurately, Foxborough, Massachusetts—finally agreed to authorize a license to host seven matches. And they are some big ones: England v. Ghana an
On day one of the World Cup on June 11, all eyes are on Mexico. Mexico City will host the opening match of the tournament, Mexico vs. South Africa, followed by a night game in Guadalajara. But Guadalajara is at a precari
For the Iranian soccer team, It all seemed to good to be true. Iran flew through World Cup qualification, then cemented a relatively undemanding group, and secured two matches in Los Angeles—a city with such a vibrant Ir
Let’s say you’ve won the ticket lottery. You’ve spent last month’s paycheck (or last three paychecks) on that ticket. So you’re sure as hell not going to want to leave that match early and miss the extra time and penalti
You may have noticed America’s Cup took a hiatus (for various personal reasons) but it’s… so back. We’re now finally in 2026 and you can be sure of a stretch of new episodes as we approach the tournament. In the first ep
The longest-ever government shutdown this fall lasted 43 days and severely impacted air travel, from millions of delays and cancelations to hours-long waits at security. Though that chaos has concluded, aviation still is
Spread out across Los Angeles County there are 10 million people, a bigger population than that of 40 other states combined. The sprawling, smoggy city of Los Angeles is no stranger to hosting big events, for athletes an
Under Governor Ron DeSantis, Florida has become a hotbed for immigration enforcement. Local police in cities and counties, as well as Florida Highway Patrol, have been authorized to carry out ICE-adjacent duties like det
Among those involved in making sure the World Cup goes off as smoothly as possible, the front-facing organizing roles often get the most credit and coverage. But there’s a giant volunteer force at work behind the scenes.
Talib interviews Jonathan Wilson, one of the preeminent football writers of our time. His new book, The Power and the Glory, is the definitive history of the World Cup. Each chapter is dedicated to the 22 tournaments tha
Call it what you want: A blue ribbon core in a red state. The city in a forest. The little engine that could. These are all terms used to describe Atlanta by today's guests: Katie Kirkpatrick, president and CEO of Metro
This episode delves into the multi-faceted role of flags in the context of the upcoming 2026 World Cup in the United States. Talib discusses the political implications of flag-waving, and examines how the rights to prote
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