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
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Pulling Goat In Buzkashi: the Controversial National Sport of Afghanistan
Sportly
24 minutes
2 months ago
Pulling Goat In Buzkashi: the Controversial National Sport of Afghanistan
In this episode of Sportly, host Kavitha Davidson takes you into the world of Buzkashi, beyond the dust and spectacle to uncover how a game played with a headless goat became a symbol of Afghan pride, politics, and power.
From its rumored roots in Genghis Khan’s army to its modern-day revival under Taliban rule, Buzkashi mirrors Afghanistan itself, proud, complex, and deeply resilient. Discover how elite riders rise from poverty to fame, why warlords and politicians have long used the sport to cement control, and what ethical questions continue to divide fans and critics alike.
Host: Kavitha A. Davison | Script Writer: Emmanuelle Monahan I Producer: Paroma Chakravarty I Executive Producer: Saadia Khan | Fact Checking and Research: Irene Bantigue I 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
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Sportly is an Immigrantly Media Production
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