The Sporting Almanac Podcast
The Sporting Almanac Podcast is your ultimate repository for the history and stories behind the biggest events in the sporting calendar. Hosted by Jack, an engineer and grassroots football coach, and Ben, a lawyer who has dabbled in anti-doping, this podcast dives into what makes major sporting occasions across all disciplines so special.
Each episode digs into the history, drama, and unforgettable moments of the event, unearthing fascinating stories about its greatest competitions and competitors. Whether it’s the controversies of drugs in sport, great comeback stories that bring grown men to tears, or the untold tales that help shape the games we love - Jack and Ben aim to give you a deeper insight into the next stop on the sporting calendar.
Whether you’re listening to prepare yourself in advance for the next event, or just binging through for some good stories - so long as you love sport, its history, and the tales that make it special, The Sporting Almanac Podcast is for you.
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