Sports Governance Podcast: Can Sport Really Change the World?

In this episode, I’m joined by Dr. Ben Sanders, Executive Director of sportanddev, to explore the realities of Sport for Development. We discuss how sport is used to promote education, inclusion, peace, and sustainable development, why positive impact is never automatic, and how governance, accountability, and local ownership determine whether sport truly creates social change.

The Sports Governance Podcast is show exploring how sport is governed on and off the field, from transparency and integrity issues to the power structures shaping global sport. Each episode breaks down how decisions are made within sport organizations, why governance frameworks matter, and how scandals, reforms, and political pressures redefine modern sport.

Drawing on key ideas such as good governance principles, integrity and transparency indicators, and the evolving relationship between sport, law, and policy, the podcast offers clear, accessible analysis for students, professionals, and fans who want to understand the systems behind the game.

The Sports Governance Podcast is available on all major podcast platforms.