September 7, 2023 • 67 mins
In this episode of the Cleats Off podcast Liz Bhandari is joined by Ben Isaacs, a journalist and broadcaster. From his co-hosting role on talkSPORT’s NFL coverage to his avid passion for American football, Ben shares details from his latest book, 'The American Football Revolution: How Britain Fell In Love With The NFL'.
From Channel 4's pivotal role in introducing the NFL to British homes, to touching stories of fans who've gone to great lengths for their love of the game, Liz and Ben navigate the evolving relationship between the UK and American football.
The two discuss the impact of gambling and fantasy sports on the sport's UK popularity, the changing broadcasting landscape, and the cultural shifts driven by the NFL. They also dive into Ben's personal journey with the NFL, exploring the unique intersection of hip hop and American football in the UK context.
The Cleats Off Podcast, is a show that brings you closer to the game you love. Liz Bhandari, aka NFLGirlUK, interviews NFL legends, players, and media figures on life in the NFL, what makes them tick as people, and more in this series. Listen to the podcast on Apple, Spreaker, Spotify, or anywhere else you get your podcasts!
Social Links:
•Follow Liz Bhandari on Twitter @NFLGirlUK (https://twitter.com/nflgirluk).
•Find out more about Liz Bhandari at https://www.nflgirluk.com/about/about-liz-bhandari/.
•Find out all you need to know about the podcast at http://www.cleatsoff.com/.
From Channel 4's pivotal role in introducing the NFL to British homes, to touching stories of fans who've gone to great lengths for their love of the game, Liz and Ben navigate the evolving relationship between the UK and American football.
The two discuss the impact of gambling and fantasy sports on the sport's UK popularity, the changing broadcasting landscape, and the cultural shifts driven by the NFL. They also dive into Ben's personal journey with the NFL, exploring the unique intersection of hip hop and American football in the UK context.
The Cleats Off Podcast, is a show that brings you closer to the game you love. Liz Bhandari, aka NFLGirlUK, interviews NFL legends, players, and media figures on life in the NFL, what makes them tick as people, and more in this series. Listen to the podcast on Apple, Spreaker, Spotify, or anywhere else you get your podcasts!
Social Links:
•Follow Liz Bhandari on Twitter @NFLGirlUK (https://twitter.com/nflgirluk).
•Find out more about Liz Bhandari at https://www.nflgirluk.com/about/about-liz-bhandari/.
•Find out all you need to know about the podcast at http://www.cleatsoff.com/.
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