Welcome to It Was What It Was, the football history podcast. Co-hosts Jonathan Wilson and Rob Draper are joined by special guest and historian David Goldblatt. In this episode, they discuss David's new book, 'Injury Time,' which examines the impact of recent seismic events like Brexit, COVID-19, ...
Welcome to It Was What It Was, the football history podcast. Co-hosts Jonathan Wilson and Rob Draper are joined by special guest and historian David Goldblatt. In this episode, they discuss David's new book, 'Injury Time,' which examines the impact of recent seismic events like Brexit, COVID-19, and populism on football in Britain. They delve into the popularity of football despite its numerous challenges, the economic disparities within the game, and the global obsession with the Premier League. The conversation also touches on the significance of football as a cultural and political space, the rise of women's football, and the ethical concerns surrounding state ownership of clubs. They also examine the role of fans and community. This episode provides a comprehensive look at the current state and the future of the beautiful game.
00:00 Introduction
00:55 The State of Football Today
03:21 Football as a National Obsession
07:41 Globalisation and Football's Cultural Impact
19:12 Economic Disparities in Football
21:35 Football Reflecting Social Inequalities
29:50 Football's Role in Social and Political Issues
31:20 The Role of Football in Society
33:38 Economic Inequality in Football
36:50 The Super League Controversy
41:25 Cultural Resistance and Football's Future
54:42 The Impact of COVID on Football
59:20 State Involvement in Football
01:02:11 Conclusion and Final Thoughts
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