FOOTBALL'S NEW NORMAL!!

FOOTBALL'S NEW NORMAL!!

Football is changing… but is it for better or worse? 👀⚽ In this episode, we break down the current football landscape — from huge transfer fees and inflated player valuations to the decisions being made behind the scenes by clubs, owners and executives. With clubs spending record amounts and players being valued higher than ever, we debate whether the market has lost control, how teams decide a player's worth, and whether modern football has become more about business than the game itself. We also look ahead to the 2026 World Cup and discuss the growing concerns around the tournament — from ticket prices and accessibility for fans to travel issues, entry requirements and the politics surrounding hosting a global sporting event. Football continues to grow worldwide, but is the average fan being left behind? Tell a friend to tell a friend. Follow Through a Different Lens Podcast on all platforms: https://linktr.ee/throughadifferentlenspodcast ABOUT THROUGH A DIFFERENT LENS PODCAST: 'Through a Different Lens Podcast taking an intuitive different perspective on all things sports, life and culture with Joe, Deji, Jacob ---------------------------------------- Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy [https://acast.com/privacy] for more information.

BEING A GALACTICO

Welcome back to another episode of Through A Different Lens Podcast 🎙️ Joe is back and the football debates are heating up! 🔥 We start with Jacob giving an update on his Achilles recovery journey — from getting back on his feet to the reality of having to learn how to walk again. Then we dive into the biggest football conversations: ⚽ Did PSG save football in the Champions League? 🧤 Is David Raya currently the best goalkeeper in the world? 🇪🇸 Should Spain start Raya over Unai Simon? 🏆 Does international reputation matter more than club form? Then things move over to the madness at Real Madrid… 👑 Mourinho returns — is he the right man to control the egos? 🔥 Can Mbappé, Vinicius Jr & Jude Bellingham work together? 💰 Michael Olise rumours & Madrid’s transfer plans 🤔 Why players struggle to reject Real Madrid & Barcelona We also discuss: 🔴 Would Bukayo Saka leave Arsenal if Madrid called? 🏹 Why Trent Alexander-Arnold wanted a new challenge 🐐 Does leaving England improve your legacy? ⚪ Gareth Bale vs Wayne Rooney debates 🏆 Did Man City temporarily replace Madrid & Barca as the dream destination? Finally, we react to the PFA award nominations: ⭐ Is Bruno Fernandes the BEST player in the Premier League? 🧱 Has David Raya been Arsenal’s player of the season? 👶 PFA Young Player of the Year predictions 🎵 Song of the Week returns As always — football, debates, stories and plenty of laughs. LIKE 👍 COMMENT 💬 SUBSCRIBE 🔔 Tell a friend to tell a friend. Follow Through a Different Lens Podcast on all platforms: https://linktr.ee/throughadifferentlenspodcast ABOUT THROUGH A DIFFERENT LENS PODCAST: 'Through a Different Lens Podcast taking an intuitive different perspective on all things sports, life and culture with Joe, Deji, Jacob ---------------------------------------- Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy [https://acast.com/privacy] for more information.

Deji & Jacob React to CRAZY NFL Trades 🤯 + Champions League & NBA Finals Preview

Deji & Jacob are LIVE at 10 reacting to a crazy week in the world of sports! 🔥🏈⚽🏀 We’ll be breaking down all the biggest stories including: 🏈 NFL Madness Myles Garrett heading to the Rams?! A.J. Brown joining the Patriots?! OBJ returning to the Giants 👀 Russell Wilson announcing his retirement Winners and losers from all the latest moves ⚽ Football Talk Champions League Final preview 🏆 Key battles, predictions & who will lift the trophy Latest stories from around the football world 🏀 NBA Playoffs Western Conference Finals review Biggest performances & talking points NBA Finals preview — who takes home the championship? Tune in live, join the chat, and get involved with all the debates! 👍 Like 💬 Comment 🔔 Subscribe for more NFL, football, NBA, live reactions, podcasts, and sports content Follow Through a Different Lens Podcast on all platforms: https://linktr.ee/throughadifferentlenspodcast ABOUT THROUGH A DIFFERENT LENS PODCAST: 'Through a Different Lens Podcast taking an intuitive different perspective on all things sports, life and culture with Joe, Deji, Jacob ---------------------------------------- Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy [https://acast.com/privacy] for more information.

ATLAS CUP, THE FIRST GLOBAL SPORT IN ORBIT: A Conversation With Philip Hover-Smoot

🚀 What if the next global sport wasn’t on Earth… but in SPACE? In this episode of Through a Different Lens, we sit down with Philip Hover-Smoot, founder of Atlas Cup, to discuss the future of orbital racing, space entertainment, and humanity’s next frontier. Atlas Cup has been described as “Formula One meets America’s Cup in orbit” — a future sport where satellites and spacecraft compete in space through high-speed manoeuvres, racing formats and competitive operations. But this conversation goes far beyond sport. We dive into: • The future of humanity and space exploration • Why space racing is actually possible TODAY • The business behind Atlas Cup • AI, startups & Silicon Valley culture • Space wars & geopolitical tensions • Why sports could unite nations in orbit • UFOs, aliens & public perception of space • The future of sports media & entertainment • Why humans racing in space could become the biggest sporting event in history Philip also explains: • Why he left his role as CEO of Scout Space • How existing technology already makes space racing possible • Why storytelling will be crucial to the future of space • How Atlas Cup plans to build a global fanbase • Why space could become a trillion-dollar entertainment industry This was one of the most thought-provoking conversations we’ve had on the podcast. 🎧 Listen now and let us know in the comments: Would YOU watch sports in space? 👇 COMMENT BELOW Follow Through a Different Lens Podcast on all platforms: https://linktr.ee/throughadifferentlenspodcast ABOUT THROUGH A DIFFERENT LENS PODCAST: 'Through a Different Lens Podcast taking an intuitive different perspective on all things sports, life and culture with Joe, Deji, Jacob ---------------------------------------- Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy [https://acast.com/privacy] for more information.

Joe, Deji & Jacob React LIVE to Conference League Final, NBA Drama & More

Joe, Deji & Jacob are LIVE reacting to the Europa Conference League Final as we break down all the goals, drama, controversy, and standout performances from the big European night! ⚽🏆 We’ll also be discussing: OKC taking a 3-2 lead over the Spurs in the Western Conference Finals 🏀 The NBA playoff drama heating up The crazy new qualification standards in Athletics 🏃‍♂️ Biggest talking points from around the sports world Weekend football discussions and more Tune in, join the chat, and enjoy the live reactions, debates, and sports talk! 👍 Like 💬 Comment 🔔 Subscribe for more live reactions, football debates, NBA discussions, podcasts, and sports content Follow Through a Different Lens Podcast on all platforms: https://linktr.ee/throughadifferentlenspodcast ABOUT THROUGH A DIFFERENT LENS PODCAST: 'Through a Different Lens Podcast taking an intuitive different perspective on all things sports, life and culture with Joe, Deji, Jacob ---------------------------------------- Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy [https://acast.com/privacy] for more information.