Within the 10th and final episode of our podcast Dr. Verena Burk, Vice President of the FISU, is talking with us about the genises of the world's second largest multi sport event, aims and impact; from the first Universiade, held in Turin/Italy in 1959 to the FISU World University Games Rhine-Ruhr 2025.

Get ready for an explosive exploration of the upcoming Brisbane Olympics! Join us as we unpack the city's groundbreaking journey to host the 2032 Games. Dr. Peter English (University of the Sunshine Coast in Queensland; AUS), expert sports journalist and media academic reveals the behind-the-scenes challenges, media dynamics, and game-changing strategies that will make these Olympics unlike any before.

Listen now and discover how Brisbane is rewriting the Olympic playbook.

Join us as we sit down with Dr. Johanna Pirker, Professor of Game Development and Research at TU Graz (AUT), to explore the fascinating convergence of traditional sports and digital gaming. Discover how digital technologies are revolutionizing sports events, creating new hybrid experiences, and transforming audience engagement. From innovative spectator interactions to the educational impact of video games, this episode dives into the future where virtual and physical sports thrive together.