Coming Soon: Pitch and Power
A new podcast series titled Pitch and Power will explore the intersection of soccer with politics and culture. Hosted by Eoin O’Callaghan, the series will highlight eight pivotal moments in World Cup history. The first episode is set to be released on May 28, 2026.
- ▪The podcast is titled Pitch and Power: How Soccer Shapes Everything.
- ▪It will feature eight significant moments from World Cup history.
- ▪The series will delve into themes of national identity, ambition, and rivalry.
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| Original publisher | The Globe and Mail |
| Canonical URL | https://www.theglobeandmail.com/podcasts/article-coming-soon-pitch-and-power/ |
| Publication time | Thu, 21 May 2026 15:59:29 +0000 |
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ShareSave for laterPlease log in to bookmark this story.Log InCreate Free AccountFor the best listening experience and to never miss an episode, subscribe to Pitch and Power on your favourite podcast app or platform, including: Apple Podcasts, Spotify, Google Podcasts, and iHeartRadio.Behind every World Cup is a larger story — about national identity and the historical moment in which the games unfold. Eoin O’Callaghan hosts Pitch and Power: How Soccer Shapes Everything, a Globe and Mail series that rewinds the World Cup to eight moments when the game crossed into politics, culture, and the public consciousness. These are stories about ambition, rivalry, grief, and triumph. About the highest highs and the lowest lows.
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