Revisited: fascism and farce at the 1936 Olympics – Forgotten Stories of Football podcast

Explore the dark underbelly of the 1936 Olympics, where Nazi propaganda clashed with the spirit of sportsmanship. Hear about the British team's defiance against the Nazi salute and the hilarious preparations overshadowed by political tension. Discover the chaos of the Austria-Peru match, rife with conspiracy and racial tensions. Unravel the mysteries of Peru's controversial absence and the dramatic final match that wrapped up a tumultuous tournament. It's a riveting mix of sports history, irony, and defiance.