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Adam Leventhal
Host of The Athletic FC Podcast and guiding presenter for the episode; experienced sports broadcaster who frames discussions and asks listener questions throughout the show.
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Jul 27, 2025
• 40min
Bitter butter battle, Saudi cash chaging the picture for sport on screen
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Liam Dann, the business editor at the New Zealand Herald, teams up with Adam Leventhal, a correspondent for The Athletic and the author of 'At What Cost? Saudi Arabia and Soccer'. They dive into the surprising political uproar over rising butter prices, questioning if the media is missing bigger economic issues. They also discuss the competitive sports broadcasting landscape in New Zealand, and the groundbreaking influence of Saudi investments reshaping global sports dynamics, particularly in football. Human rights concerns amidst this financial surge add a complex layer to the conversation.
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