Beyond the Pond: Recent Episodes
Beyond the Pond
It's a sports show that seeks to cover everything BUT the results, looking at the culture of sport and the media's influence on this.
This episode Arif, Terry and Yoseph discuss:
Gervonta Davis vs Ryan Garcia (00:49)
Arsenal bottling the Premier League and Man City ownership (16:33)
This episode Arif, Terry and Yoseph discuss:
The Premier League’s decision to pause matches for fasting Muslim players during Ramadan and the French Football Federations decision to ban it (00:29)
Kylian Mbappe clash with PSG over recent promotional video and his image rights (11:25)
This episode Arif, Terry and Yoseph discuss:
Ja Morant controversy and NBA suspension (00:30)
Jon Jones , the UFC and pay in combat sports (14:04)
This episode Arif, Terry and Yoseph discuss:
Jake Paul vs Tommy Fury fight thoughts and WBC rankings (00: 10)
Conor Benn reinstated following failed drugs test (17:56)
This episode Arif and Yoseph discuss:
(Content warning) Mason Greenwood is no longer facing criminal proceedings over his attempted rape case: (00:28)
The Premier League is charging Manchester City Football Club with over 100 breaches of financial rules: (20:22)
This episode Arif and Yoseph discuss:
The controversy in the lead up to the Chris Eubank Jr vs Liam Smith fight (00:25)
An independent panels conclusion that former Crawley Manager John Yems is ‘not a conscious racist’ (13:13)
This episode Arif and Yoseph discuss:
Cristiano Ronaldo's record breaking move to Al-Nassr (00:24)
Aston Villa Equality, Diversity and Inclusion Officer had Islamophobic comments found but remains in her position (09:24)
Real Madrid star Vinicius Jr was subject to racist abuse once again and called out La Liga (22:00)
Arif Islam and Terry Vogt are joined by freelance African football journalist Alasdair Howorth to discuss:
Morocco's World Cup success, general positive showing from African nations and the future of African football (00:24)
AFC Bournemouth recent takeover which includes star Micheal B Jordan and what we think of celebrity backed takeovers (19:48)
Yoseph Kiflie and Arif Islam are joined by BBC Sports Journalist Adam Samuel to discuss:
World Cup Round Up: The success of Asian and African Nations and big European countries falling short (00:32)
Dual Nationalities in International football: Should the system be changed or does it work fine as it is? (13:10)
Jurgen Klinsmann's comments on Iran and World Cup punditry(33:36)
Yoseph Kiflie, Arif Islam, and Terry Vogt are joined by Martyn Ewoma founder of Sludge Magazine to discuss the Qatar World Cup, corruption, boycotts, Islamphobia and consistency on Human Rights in the sport. To what extent is football political and is there a place for it in the sport?
Yoseph Kiflie, Arif Islam, and Terry Vogt discuss:
A review of the Floyd Mayweather vs Deji Exhibition fight and the rest of the event including the Tommy Fury and Jake Paul Fiasco (00:25)
Thoughts on the Cristiano Ronaldo interview with Piers Morgan on some of the topics they discussed (11:55)
Yoseph Kiflie, Arif Islam, and Terry Vogt discuss:
Stormzy launches Merky FC a football programme for young people of black heritage to enhance representation in the sports industry. (00:25)
NBA star Kyrie Irving's anti-semitic comments and the backlash (08:48)
Yoseph Kiflie, Arif Islam, and Terry Vogt are joined by Jamie Dapaah the Equality, Diversity and Inclusion coordinator at Fulham FC to discuss:
Patrick Vieira's comments on why there's a lack of black coaches in the top five European leagues, creating opportunities and breaking down barriers for ethnic minorities in football as well as Jamie's personal experience at Fulham FC.
Yoseph Kiflie, Arif Islam, and Terry Vogt are joined by SportsPro report Josh Sim to discuss:
Adam Silver's comments to put a stop to tanking and the potential of NBA relegation (00:30)
The Sun newspaper accusing Lukaku of smoking whilst using a photograph of a random man (11:55)
Yoseph Kiflie, Arif Islam, and Terry Vogt discuss:
The current state of Barcelona FC from their almost certain exit from the Champions League, OVO Spotify kits to El Classico loss to Real Madrid (00:25)
Brentford Striker Ivan Toney and NFL star Alvin Kamara facing racial abuse on social media (11:44)
Yoseph Kiflie, Arif Islam, and Terry Vogt discuss:
Florentino Perez's Super League Statement (00:28)
Todd Boehly and the idea of an All-Star Game (07:25)
Conor Benn's Positive Drugs Test and should Eubank Jr v Benn go ahead? (18:41)
Tua Tagovailoa incident and NFL Concussions (32:46)
Draymond Green's sucker punch on Jordan Poole (41:43)
Yoseph Kiflie, Arif Islam, and Terry Vogt discuss:
The 2022 NBA Draft and the growth of international basketball talent (00:28)
Jake Paul vs Tommy Fury, who has more on the line? (12:25)
Tyson Fury's recent comments about retirement and does Anthony Joshua still have global appeal? (24:24)
Yoseph Kiflie, Arif Islam, and Terry Vogt are joined by Alasdair Howorth this week for an African football special, where they discuss:
- The African Champions League Final, the controversy around it, and whether finals should be two-legged or not (1:21)
- Ghana's plans to bring in new players who have recently switched nationality ahead of the World Cup, and whether it will work (11:41)
- The refusal of Algeria fans to accept that Cameroon are in the world cup instead of them, who instead claim to be robbed by refereeing mistakes (26:24)
Yoseph Kiflie, Arif Islam, and Terry Vogt discuss:
- The football transfer window now that the season is over. Do we enjoy the constant rumours and new announcement videos? (1:07)
- The UEFA Nations League. Is it a waste of time and do the players even care? (14:08)
- Referee Ron Lipton failing to stop the Josue Vargas vs Dakota Linger and wider conversation on boxing (24:44)
Arif, Yoseph & Terry are joined by Lyés Bouzidi for the end of season Player Hater Awards the categories are as follows:
The Skip Bayless Award (00:25)
The BOZO of the Year (12:16)
Worst Kit of the Year (20:24)
Flop of the Year (29:33)
Yoseph Kiflie, Arif Islam, and Terry Vogt discuss:
The issues before the Champions League Final between Real Madrid and Liverpool & Thibaut Courtois comments about the British Media (00:41) Preview of the NBA Finals between Golden State Warriors and Boston Celtics (17:46) Jim Gray's comments during Gervonta Davis' post fight press conference (30:24)
Yoseph Kiflie. Arif Islam, and Terry Vogt discuss:
- the recent spate of fans attacking players and managers in pitch invasions, and how to prevent it (0:53)
- Patrick Beverley talking about Chris Paul on the First Take, and question whether it is acceptable to publicly criticise a fellow athlete (9:57)
- Jake Daniels becoming the first openly LGBTQ+ male footballer in the UK's top four leagues since Justin Fashanu, and why it is a good thing, before looking at the reaction to Idrissa Gueye sitting out a PSG game to not wear the pride colours (22:20)
Yoseph Kiflie, Arif Islam, and Terry Vogt discuss:
- Erling Haaland signing for Manchester City from Borussia Dortmund, his contract, and what it means for the rest of the Premier League (0:44)
- Andreas Christensen not making himself available for Chelsea in the FA Cup final, and how situations like this happens (13:20)
- Liverpool fans booing Prince William and the national anthem, and Idrissa Gueye allegedly missing a PSG match free speech in sport, looking at free spech in football (24:50)
Yoseph Kiflie, Arif Islam, and Terry Vogt discuss:
US Billionaire Todd Boehly becoming the new Chelsea FC owner and what that could mean for the future of the club (0:58) American Women's Basketball player Brittney Griner's detention in Russia (12:55) The FIA Jewellery Rules ahead of the Miami Grand Prix and Reporter Martin Brundle's conduct on the grind (31:56)
Yoseph Kiflie, Arif Islam, and Terry Vogt discuss:
- the boxing fight between Katie Taylor and Amanda Serrano at Madison Square Garden, and what it means for women's boxing in the context of the sport's history (0:44)
- the tragic news of Mino Raiola’s death, and his complex image and legacy (16:06)
- Jamie Foxx's comments about Stephen A Smith being too harsh on black athletes, and questions if if Foxx has a point (27:18)
Yoseph Kiflie, Arif Islam, and Terry Vogt discuss:
- Tyson Fury's announcement that he's retiring after his victory over Dillan Whyte, and debate where he ranks among the all-time heavyweights (0:50)
- Court invasions by activists protesting against Minnesota Timberwolves owner Glen Taylor, the purpose behind such actions, and Draymond Green's comments about the danger it poses for player safety (13:58)
- Thomas Muller's comments about how fans are more drawn to the Bundesliga than the Champions League, after Bayern Munich won their 10th (Tenth!) Bundesliga in a row, and whether there is any truth to this (22:59)
Yoseph Kiflie and Arif Islam are joined by Ruby Malone this week for a Women's Football special, where they discuss:
- Arsenal vs Chelsea in the FA Cup semifinal, looking at the match, the goals, and the decision to hold it at Meadow Park (1:10)
- The upcoming Euros, where England are the hosts and one of the favourites, and the potential the tournament has to raise the sport's profile (17:41)
- Nothern Ireland manager Kenny Shiels' comments after his side lost 5-0 to England, and the responsibility of men involved in the women's game (27:54)
Yoseph Kiflie, Arif Islam, and Terry Vogt discuss:
- NBA Playoffs, the new Play In Tournament, and whether a playoff system should be more common in football (1:12)
- The horrible news around Kelechi Nwakali, and whether football should be more welcoming of dual nationality (17:43)
- The contrasting reactions between Bukayo Saka and Dominic Calvert-Lewin’s GQ interviews, and whether fans will ever understand that footballers have lives outside of football (31:35)
Yoseph Kiflie, Arif Islam, and Terry Vogt discuss:
- The difficulties of continuing to play elite sport while observing Ramadan (0:26)
- Jack Grealish's deal with Gucci and what this means for football (15:24)
- PSG President Nasser Al-Khelaifi's comments that the Super Bowl feels bigger than the Champions League final, and debate whether this is true or not (30:43)
Yoseph Kiflie, Arif Islam & Terry Vogt are joined by Lyes Bouzidi as they discuss:
- Terry's time in Glagsow watching the British Basketball League Trophy Final, and how to develop basketball in the UK (0:26)
- Lyes' opinion on the Glazers ownership as a Manchester United fan and what the ideal football owner would be (5:40)
- The relationship between fans and athletes, following Marcus Rashford and Jusuf Nurkic's confrontations with fans and the Maguire getting booed (11:46)
- Jesse Marsch's response to the media making fun of his accent, and how the media talk about 'outsiders' in football (20:27)
Yoseph Kiflie, Arif Islam, and Terry Vogt discuss the growing influence of gambling in sport following Calvin Ridley's suspension, and compare the betting industry in and out of the US. (00:17) Eddie Howe's comments after Chelsea played Newcastle at the weekend. (14:03) A look at the criticism around the All Blacks' (New Zealand's mens rugby national team) tweet on International Women's Day. (33:40)
Yoseph Kiflie, and Chelsea fans Arif Islam & Terry Vogt discuss:
- Roman Abramovich selling Chelsea, and the legacy of sportswashing (recorded before news of his assets being frozen) (1:15)
- Charlotte FC breaking the MLS attendance record in their home debut (14:20)
- The plans for a European Super League rearing its head again, with the guys disagreeing over whether it should happen (18:12)
- Criticism of Micah Richards's reaction to Roy Keane's rant about the Manchester Derby, and why this made them feel uncomfortable. (36:26)
Yoseph Kiflie, Arif Islam, and Terry Vogt discuss:
- Arsenal Supporting Supporters ad for the Fish Inn Chip shop near the Emirates featuring Aaron Ramsdale, and the relationship between sports clubs and their communities. (0:40)
- Troy Deeney's petition for BAME history in the curriculum, and explore how history and sport have been hindered by the lack of BAME representation. (13:04)
- Liz Truss's comments about how footballers should boycott Ukraine, and how the media chooses what is political and what is not. (28:24)
Yoseph Kiflie, Arif Islam, and Terry Vogt look at all the fanfare and ceremony around Super Bowl LVI (00:52), the NBA All-Star Weekend and whether something similar could happen in football/soccer (15:00), the differences between how US and UK sports are covered (23:25), and the comments made in the fight between Amir Khan and Kell Brook (37:06).
In light of the racism scandal involving Azeem Rafiq and Yorkshire Cricket Club, Monty Panesar speaks to Yoseph, Arif, and Terry on:
- Names and Identity (00:28)
- Jonathan Liew article (10:35)
- Reacting to racism in sport (25:00)
- Responsibility as a role model (40:20)
- Monty Panesar's experiences of racism (45:20)
- How ability shaped the reaction to racism (47:50)
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In our debut episode, Yoseph Kiflie, Arif Islam, Terry Vogt discusses AFCON (00:30), USMNT & International Football (4:54), Senegal (13:40), Mason Greenwood & Issues with Male Athlete Mindset (18:40), Academy Athletics & Mistreatment of Women (26:00), and the reaction to Dele Alli's attire when unveiled to Everton fans (36:35).