Sportly is hosted by Emmy-winning investigative journalist Kavitha A. Davidson. Created by Immigrantly Media, it takes you beyond the scoreboard to uncover the hidden histories and rich cultural legacies that make sports truly unforgettable.
Sportly brings listeners a fresh perspective on sports each week—did you know that the oldest international cricket rivalry is between the United States and Canada? Or that the NBA’s first minority player was of Asian descent? With deep dives into iconic moments, lesser-known rivalries, and the fascinating evolution of traditions like the national anthem in American sports, Sportly is here to expand your love of the game.
Each episode explores stories that transcend stats, celebrating the diversity of players, the cultures they represent, and the unique events that shape our favorite sports. Tune in every Monday for thought-provoking insights, heartwarming anecdotes, and thrilling highlights that make you see the games you love in a whole new way.
Sportly is the podcast companion for your commute, workout, or downtime—bringing sports to life wherever you listen.
Host: Kavitha A. Davidson
Producer: Paroma Chakravarty
Executive Producer: Saadia Khan
Content Writers: Emmanuelle Monahan & Kavitha A. Davidson
Sound Design & Content Editor: Paroma Chakravarty
Theme Music: Simon Hutchinson
Other Music: Epidemic Sound
Cover Art Design: Sarah DiMichele
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Sportly is hosted by Emmy-winning investigative journalist Kavitha A. Davidson. Created by Immigrantly Media, it takes you beyond the scoreboard to uncover the hidden histories and rich cultural legacies that make sports truly unforgettable.
Sportly brings listeners a fresh perspective on sports each week—did you know that the oldest international cricket rivalry is between the United States and Canada? Or that the NBA’s first minority player was of Asian descent? With deep dives into iconic moments, lesser-known rivalries, and the fascinating evolution of traditions like the national anthem in American sports, Sportly is here to expand your love of the game.
Each episode explores stories that transcend stats, celebrating the diversity of players, the cultures they represent, and the unique events that shape our favorite sports. Tune in every Monday for thought-provoking insights, heartwarming anecdotes, and thrilling highlights that make you see the games you love in a whole new way.
Sportly is the podcast companion for your commute, workout, or downtime—bringing sports to life wherever you listen.
Host: Kavitha A. Davidson
Producer: Paroma Chakravarty
Executive Producer: Saadia Khan
Content Writers: Emmanuelle Monahan & Kavitha A. Davidson
Sound Design & Content Editor: Paroma Chakravarty
Theme Music: Simon Hutchinson
Other Music: Epidemic Sound
Cover Art Design: Sarah DiMichele
Follow us on IG @sportlypod
Twitter @Immigrantly_pod
TikTok @Immigrantly
Subscribe to our Patreon
Sportly is an Immigrantly Media Production
For advertising inquiries, please email at info@immigrantlypod.com
Former ESPN journalist Joon Lee joins Sportly host Kavida Davidson for a wide-ranging, candid conversation about what comes after leaving the sports media “mothership” and why the industry is undergoing a fundamental shift.
Lee reflects on being laid off from ESPN, how the brand continues to shape credibility long after his departure, and why sports media has become increasingly decentralized. He breaks down the real cost of being a sports fan today, from fragmented streaming services and rising ticket prices to the quiet erosion of community that once made sports a shared cultural experience.
The conversation dives deep into Joon Lee’s New York Times op-eds on sports affordability and sports gambling, including how private equity, streaming wars, and legalized betting are reshaping leagues, journalism, and fan trust. Lee also explains why he declines gambling sponsorships on his YouTube channel, what accountability means in the creator economy, and why trust, not outrage, may be the most valuable currency in modern sports media.
Plus, Joon Lee shares behind-the-scenes insight into his viral NASCAR video with Jimmie Johnson, what it taught him about athleticism and fear, and why YouTube, not traditional media, is where he sees the future of sports journalism.
A thoughtful, unsparing look at fandom, money, media, and what we lose when sports become inaccessible.
Host: Kavitha A. Davison | Producer: Paroma Chakravarty I Executive Producer: Saadia Khan | Fact Checking and Research: Paroma Chakravarty I Sound Designer & Editor: Paroma Chakravarty I Immigrantly Theme Music: Simon Hutchinson | Other Music: Epidemic Sound | Cover Art Graphic Designer: Sarah DiMichele
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Sportly is hosted by Emmy-winning investigative journalist Kavitha A. Davidson. Created by Immigrantly Media, it takes you beyond the scoreboard to uncover the hidden histories and rich cultural legacies that make sports truly unforgettable.
Sportly brings listeners a fresh perspective on sports each week—did you know that the oldest international cricket rivalry is between the United States and Canada? Or that the NBA’s first minority player was of Asian descent? With deep dives into iconic moments, lesser-known rivalries, and the fascinating evolution of traditions like the national anthem in American sports, Sportly is here to expand your love of the game.
Each episode explores stories that transcend stats, celebrating the diversity of players, the cultures they represent, and the unique events that shape our favorite sports. Tune in every Monday for thought-provoking insights, heartwarming anecdotes, and thrilling highlights that make you see the games you love in a whole new way.
Sportly is the podcast companion for your commute, workout, or downtime—bringing sports to life wherever you listen.
Host: Kavitha A. Davidson
Producer: Paroma Chakravarty
Executive Producer: Saadia Khan
Content Writers: Emmanuelle Monahan & Kavitha A. Davidson
Sound Design & Content Editor: Paroma Chakravarty
Theme Music: Simon Hutchinson
Other Music: Epidemic Sound
Cover Art Design: Sarah DiMichele
Follow us on IG @sportlypod
Twitter @Immigrantly_pod
TikTok @Immigrantly
Subscribe to our Patreon
Sportly is an Immigrantly Media Production
For advertising inquiries, please email at info@immigrantlypod.com
