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Sportly

Immigrantly Media

Sportly is hosted by Emmy-winning investigative journalist Kavitha A. Davidson. Created by Immigrantly Media, it takes you beyond the scoreboard to uncover the hidden histories and rich cultural legacies that make sports truly unforgettable. Sportly brings listeners a fresh perspective on sports each week—did you know that the oldest international cricket rivalry is between the United States and Canada? Or that the NBA’s first minority player was of Asian descent? With deep dives into iconic

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22:15

J.J Watt on Skates, Michelle Kwan’s Big Gamble And...

Sportly ·

2025/08/11

Don't forget to subscribe to our newsletter, Hyphenly; it's our no-fluff love letter with hot takes, heartfelt stories, and all the feels of living in between cultures. Come for the nuance, stay for the vibes! Link belowhttps://hyphenly.beehiiv.com Before JJ Watt became an NFL star, he was a promising hockey player. Before Michelle Kwan became a world champion, her family made an unthinkable sacrifice. Add Olympic speed skater Emily Scott’s fight to stay in the game, and you get a story about the

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32:33

A League of Their Own: The Real History of Women’s...

Sportly ·

2025/08/04

Don't forget to subscribe to our newsletter, Hyphenly; it's our no-fluff love letter with hot takes, heartfelt stories, and all the feels of living in between cultures. Come for the nuance, stay for the vibes! Link below https://hyphenly.beehiiv.com From 1940s champions like the Rockford Peaches to Mo’ne Davis’s Little League World Series shutout, women have been rewriting baseball history for over a century. Host Kavitha Davidson uncovers the rivalries, rule changes, and unsung pioneers,

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22:42

Inside the Rise of The Mongolz: Asia’s New eSports...

Sportly ·

2025/07/28

Don't forget to subscribe to our newsletter, Hyphenly; it's our no-fluff love letter with hot takes, heartfelt stories, and all the feels of living in between cultures. Come for the nuance, stay for the vibes! Link below ⁠⁠⁠https://immigrantlys-newsletter.beehiiv.com/subscribe⁠ At the 2025 BLAST.TV Austin Major, one of the most-watched Counter-Strike tournaments in history, a team from Mongolia shocked the eSports world. The Mongolz, a scrappy underdog squad, defeated powerhouse FaZe Clan and

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20:46

Beyond the Pom Poms: The Athleticism and Culture of...

Sportly ·

2025/07/14

Don't forget to subscribe to our newsletter, Hyphenly; it's our no-fluff love letter with hot takes, heartfelt stories, and all the feels of living in between cultures. Come for the nuance, stay for the vibes! Link below⁠⁠⁠https://immigrantlys-newsletter.beehiiv.com/subscribe⁠ With the new season of America’s Sweethearts: Dallas Cowboys Cheerleaders out on Netflix, there’s been a lot of conversation around pay equity, body standards, and what it really takes to be a professional cheerleader. So

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31:23

Strawberries, Sneakers & Scandals: The Traditions...

Sportly ·

2025/07/07

Don't forget to subscribe to our newsletter, Hyphenly; it's our no-fluff love letter with hot takes, heartfelt stories, and all the feels of living in between cultures. Come for the nuance, stay for the vibes! Link below ⁠⁠⁠https://immigrantlys-newsletter.beehiiv.com/subscribe⁠ Why does Wimbledon still require all-white outfits? Why do fans queue overnight just for a chance to buy tickets? And what do strawberries and cream have to do with elite tennis? In this episode of Sportly, host Kavitha

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24:13

Let Them Race? McLaren Vs. Red Bull’s F1 Strategy War

Sportly ·

2025/06/30

Don't forget to subscribe to our newsletter, Hyphenly; it's our no-fluff love letter with hot takes, heartfelt stories, and all the feels of living in between cultures. Come for the nuance, stay for the vibes! Link below⁠⁠⁠https://immigrantlys-newsletter.beehiiv.com/subscribe⁠ What happens when McLaren lets its star drivers race without limits and Red Bull doesn’t? In this special F1 season episode, Sportly dives deep into one of the most controversial aspects of Formula 1- driver

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21:56

The World Cup Hack: How Diaspora Players Are...

Sportly ·

2025/06/23

Don't forget to subscribe to our newsletter Hyphenly; it's our no-fluff love letter with hot takes, heartfelt stories, and all the feels of living in between cultures. Come for the nuance, stay for the vibes! Link below⁠⁠⁠https://immigrantlys-newsletter.beehiiv.com/subscribe⁠ What happens when national pride meets global identity? Morocco’s epic World Cup run in 2022 wasn’t just a Cinderella story; it was a masterclass in building a team from abroad. In this episode of Sportly, host Kavitha

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20:08

How Japan Flipped the Script on America’s National...

Sportly ·

2025/06/16

Don't forget to subscribe to our newsletter Hyphenly; it's our no-fluff love letter with hot takes, heartfelt stories, and all the feels of living in between cultures. Come for the nuance, stay for the vibes! Link below⁠⁠⁠https://immigrantlys-newsletter.beehiiv.com/subscribe⁠ This episode is brought to you by Zocdoc. Stop putting off those doctor appointments and Visit Zocdoc.com/Sportly to find and instantly book a top-rated doctor today. In this episode of Sportly, we dive into the

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23:45

Hot dog! Hot dog! Hot dog! (Oct 2024)

Sportly ·

2025/06/09

Don't forget to subscribe to our newsletter Hyphenly; it's our no-fluff love letter with hot takes, heartfelt stories, and all the feels of living in between cultures. Come for the nuance, stay for the vibes! Link below⁠⁠⁠https://immigrantlys-newsletter.beehiiv.com/subscribe⁠ This episode is brought to you by Zocdoc. Stop putting off those doctor appointments and Visit Zocdoc.com/Sportly to find and instantly book a top-rated doctor today. We are back with one of our fan-favorite episodes in

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23:43

Fitbits, Vests & Surveillance: The Double-Edged...

Sportly ·

2025/06/02

Don't forget to subscribe to our newsletter Hyphenly; it's our no-fluff love letter with hot takes, heartfelt stories, and all the feels of living in between cultures. Come for the nuance, stay for the vibes! Link below⁠⁠⁠https://immigrantlys-newsletter.beehiiv.com/subscribe⁠ This episode is brought to you by Zocdoc. Stop putting off those doctor appointments and Visit Zocdoc.com/Sportly to find and instantly book a top-rated doctor today. From Fitbits to Apple Watches to GPS-powered vests,

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35:03

Bend It Like Miriam: Platform Sneakers, Javelin...

Sportly ·

2025/05/19

Don't forget to subscribe to our newsletter Hyphenly; it's our no-fluff love letter with hot takes, heartfelt stories, and all the feels of living in between cultures. Come for the nuance, stay for the vibes! Link below⁠⁠https://immigrantlys-newsletter.beehiiv.com/subscribe In this vibrant episode of Sportly, host Kavitha Davidson chats with Miriam Walker Khan, sprinter-turned-journalist, host of Real Talk (Sky Sports), and founder of Brown Girl Sport, a platform dedicated to celebrating South

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21:12

How Field Hockey Helped Shape Women’s Sports in America

Sportly ·

2025/05/12

Don't forget to subscribe to our newsletter Hyphenly; it's our no-fluff love letter with hot takes, heartfelt stories, and all the feels of living in between cultures. Come for the nuance, stay for the vibes! Link below⁠https://immigrantlys-newsletter.beehiiv.com/subscribe Why is field hockey considered a women’s sport in the U.S.? What does that say about gender, race, and access to athletics? In this episode of Sportly, the host, Kavitha Davidson, explores the surprising history of field

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19:26

The 2025 Kentucky Derby Was a Hit — But Is Horse...

Sportly ·

2025/05/05

Subscribe to Hyphenly, our latest newsletter that explores the real, everyday experiences of immigrant identity. You will find honest opinions, real stories, and perspectives that don’t follow a script. : https://immigrantlys-newsletter.beehiiv.com/subscribe⁠⁠The 151st Kentucky Derby brought the usual spectacle — record crowds, outrageous hats, and a dramatic finish. But beyond the mint juleps and million-dollar bets lies a sport in crisis. In this episode, Kavitha Davidson unpacks the sharp

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30:39

Where Sole Meets Soul At The Marathon Des Sables...

Sportly ·

2025/04/28

The 2025 Marathon des Sables just wrapped earlier this month, drawing global attention once again to one of the most grueling endurance races on Earth. So, we’re bringing back a powerful episode that dives into the race’s wild origin story, harrowing survival tales, and the inspiring legacy of athletes like Duncan Slater, the first double amputee to finish the race.This episode covers the 150-mile trek through Morocco’s Sahara Desert and the runners who push beyond every imaginable limit, from bat

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20:21

The Spirit of Boston: A Marathon Like No Other

Sportly ·

2025/04/21

It’s Marathon Monday in Boston, and we’re diving deep into the legacy of the world’s most iconic footrace. In this episode of Sportly, Kavitha Davidson breaks down what makes the Boston Marathon so special, from its historic first race in 1897 to the Wellesley Scream Tunnel, Heartbreak Hill, and the spirit of resilience that followed the 2013 bombing. The episode explores what it takes to qualify, how the race has evolved, and why it continues to hold a near-mythic status among runners. Whether

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23:28

The Rivalry, The Rock, The Revolution

Sportly ·

2025/04/14

From rugged mountain cliffs to neon-lit climbing gyms, the story of rock climbing is a wild ascent through rebellion, rivalry, and resilience. In this episode of Sportly, Kavitha Davidson takes us on a gripping journey from Yosemite’s dirtbag era to the Tokyo Olympics, spotlighting Slovenian phenom Janja Garnbret—the world’s first female Olympic climbing champion. This episode dives into the roots of bouldering, the ethics wars between purists and pragmatists, and how this once niche underground

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20:43

Pilates Wasn’t Always White—Here’s What Changed

Sportly ·

2025/04/07

Pilates may be marketed as a path to wellness and elegance—but who is it really for? In this episode of Sportly, host Kavitha Davidson explores the complicated racial and cultural history of Pilates, from its roots in an internment camp to its modern-day status as the go-to fitness trend for affluent white women. Kavitha traces the hidden contributions of Black pioneers like Kathy Grant and the rise of inclusive movements like Black Girl Pilates. What does it mean when an exercise promising strength

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26:23

Kabaddi 101: Tag, Tackle, Triumph

Sportly ·

2025/03/31

What do wrestling, tag, martial arts, and breath control have in common? Kabaddi! In this adrenaline-pumping episode of Sportly, host Kavitha Davidson dives into the thrilling world of Kabaddi, a centuries-old Indian sport now making international headlines. From its mythological roots in the Mahabharata to its modern-day revival through the Pro Kabaddi League, we trace Kabaddi’s incredible journey across history, culture, and continents.You will meet fearless raiders, strategic defenders, and

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19:20

Running: From Survival to Swipe Right

Sportly ·

2025/03/24

What started as a way to chase down dinner has turned into everything from a lifestyle flex to a way to find love. In this episode of Sportly, host Kavitha Davidson dives into the surprising history of running, from ancient messengers and Olympic legends to modern-day run clubs that double as dating mixers. Kavitha unpacks how running got its glow-up, why it's become a status symbol, and who still gets left out of the picture. Whether you’re a marathoner, a hot girl walker, or just wondering what

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28:18

Dinking Around: The Rise of Pickleball (Sept 2024)

Sportly ·

2025/03/17

Hey everyone, I’m Saadia Khan, a producer of Sportly. Since pickleball is about to take over parks everywhere, we’re bringing back one of our favorite episodes of the Sportly. Whether you’re already hooked or just wondering what all the hype is about, this one’s worth another listen. And don’t worry—Sportly will return with a brand-new episode next week. See you then!What do you get when two friends, a wiffle ball, and a summer day collide? The answer is pickleball—a sport born from a moment of

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