Sport and Politics Echolocation

What role does sports play in modern societies today? What does it mean for a country's national identity and how is it linked to politics and economy?  Sports have been a part of life since the start of human civilization. It brings us together but can also drive us apart.
 Sport has become more and more professionalized and plays a big role in politics and the global economy. Still, we tend to see sport as amusement and leisure and a global campfire that brings people from different parts of the world together. 
In this episode of Echolocation, we will talk about sport and its role in society and address the big questions: Should we let Russian athletes be allowed to participate in international contests when the sport is such a big part in the construction of national identity? Why do some athletes earn millions while others barely can make ends meet?
Listen to young people’s perspective from the beautiful countries of Georgia, Moldova, and Sweden.
Participants:
Anna Dulce, Moldova. Shooting champion and national record holder in air pistol.  Estrid Kjellman, Sweden. Founder of the supporter club Sooft Hooligans for the Swedish women's national football team.   Andria Sakheishvili, Georgia. Volleyball player and sports enthusiast. Host: Samuel Rivera, Sweden. 
Echolocation – bringing Your voices together is a special podcast cooperation between Georgia (Knews), Moldova (Diez) and Sweden (Global Bar Magazine/Global Podd). Our aim is to create an echo through society by inviting young people to make their voices heard, exchange information and opinions.
The project is implemented with support from the Swedish Institute.