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Sports · Ferne Zemlak

Play Around The World

by Ferne Zemlak

Play Around the World is your gateway to the most exciting stories, rivalries, and moments from the world of sports. Each episode dives into global games, legendary athletes, thrilling match breakdowns, and the cultural impact of sports across different nations. From football to basketball, cricket to combat sports, and emerging talents to historic victories—this podcast delivers a fresh perspective on how the world plays, competes, and celebrates. Whether you're a passionate fan or a curious learner, Play Around the World offers expert insights, engaging discussions, and inspiring stories that connect sports lovers everywhere.

Latest episodes

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Gymnastics legends who shocked the world [Episode 155]

Gymnastics Legends Who Shocked the World Gymnastics is a sport where strength, precision, courage, and artistry come together—and some athletes have pushed those limits

Sep 3
28 min

Why sprinting is the ultimate test [Episode 154]

Why Sprinting Is the Ultimate Test In this episode, we dive into why sprinting is considered one of the purest tests of speed, power, strength, and mental determination.

Aug 25
27 min

Technology in Olympic sports [Episode 153]

Technology in Olympic Sports In this episode, we explore how technology is transforming Olympic sports and changing the way athletes train, compete, and perform. From a

Aug 23
37 min

How athletes prepare mentally [Episode 152]

How Athletes Prepare Mentally In this episode, we dive into the mental preparation behind athletic performance and explore how top athletes train their minds alongside th

Aug 21
24 min

History of the modern Olympics [Episode 151]

History of the Modern Olympics From the revival of the Olympic Games in Athens in 1896 to the global sporting spectacle we know today, the modern Olympics have a fascinat

Aug 20
23 min

Most difficult Olympic sports [Episode 150]

Most Difficult Olympic Sports What makes an Olympic sport truly difficult? In this episode, we explore some of the most challenging sports on the Olympic stage, from phys

Aug 17
27 min

Greatest Olympic upsets [Episode 149]

Greatest Olympic Upsets The Olympic Games have delivered some of the most unforgettable surprises in sports history. In this episode, we explore the greatest Olympic upse

Aug 16
28 min

UK's track & field legends [Episode 148]

UK's Track & Field Legends The United Kingdom has a rich history of producing some of the most inspiring and influential athletes in track and field. In this episode, w

Aug 15
21 min

Canada's Winter Games dominance [Episode 147]

Canada's Winter Games Dominance Why has Canada become one of the world's most successful winter sports nations? In this episode, we explore Canada's remarkable dominance

Aug 14
19 min

USA's greatest Olympic athletes [Episode 146]

USA's Greatest Olympic Athletes What makes an Olympic athlete truly great? In this episode, we celebrate some of the most remarkable athletes in U.S. Olympic history and

Aug 14
37 min

Why Olympics unite the world [Episode 145]

Why the Olympics Unite the World The Olympics are more than just a global sporting competition—they are a celebration of unity, diversity, and the human spirit. In this

Aug 13
24 min

How martial arts evolved in North America [Episode 144]

How Martial Arts Evolved in North America How did martial arts traditions from around the world become part of North American culture? In this episode, we explore the fas

Aug 12
19 min

The psychology of stepping into the cage [Episode 143]

The Psychology of Stepping Into the Cage What happens in the mind when an athlete steps into the cage? In this episode, we explore the psychology behind combat sports,

Aug 11
24 min

UFC coaches who built champions [Episode 142]

UFC Coaches Who Built Champions Behind every UFC champion is a coach who helped shape their skills, mindset, and path to greatness. In this episode, we explore the infl

Aug 7
32 min

Women dominating combat sports [Episode 141]

Women Dominating Combat Sports celebrates the remarkable rise of female athletes who are redefining excellence in boxing, mixed martial arts, wrestling, judo, and other c

Aug 6
19 min

Best boxing comebacks [Episode 140]

Best Boxing Comebacks Some of the greatest moments in boxing history have come from incredible comebacks that defied the odds. In this episode, we revisit the most unfo

Aug 4
29 min

UFC upsets that shocked the world [Episode 139]

UFC Upsets That Shocked the World The Octagon has delivered some of the most unforgettable moments in combat sports history—and nothing captures the excitement quite li

Aug 2
20 min

Why some fighters are fan favorites [Episode 138]

Why Some Fighters Are Fan Favorites What makes certain fighters capture the hearts of millions while others struggle to connect with fans? In this episode, Why Some Fig

Jul 31
22 min

FightIQ – what makes a great fighter [Episode 137]

Fight IQ – What Makes a Great Fighter? Raw power and athleticism can win fights, but true champions are often defined by their Fight IQ. In this episode, we explore wha

Jul 30
23 min

UFC weight classes explained [Episode 136]

UFC Weight Classes Explained Ever wondered how UFC weight classes work and why they matter? In this episode, we break down every UFC weight division—from Strawweight to

Jul 30
19 min

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