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Nicknamed 'Il Mago' (the Wizard) after bringing European Cup glory to Internazionale in successive years, Helenio Herrera was hailed as one of the finest minds in football. This explosive book explores the enigma of an incredibly charismatic figure: a philanderer, charlatan, trash-talker and serial winner mired in controversy, whose stellar career was halted by the death of one of his star players and his subsequent trial for manslaughter.

Movies such as The Silence of the Lambs, Seven, American Psycho, and many others have created myths about serial killers that need to be dispelled: If you think that most serial killers are eccentric, white, male intellectuals, then you had better explore Killing for Sport to learn the truth. While other profilers tend to conceal the clear facts behind complex technical language and psychobabble, investigator Pat Brown actually tells it like it is.

Award winning entertainer Bradley McCaw investigates the true story of one of the world's greatest sporting rivalries, Rugby League's 'State of Origin.' Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

There was a time when DJ Carey didn’t need a surname. The star player of a Kilkenny hurling team that dominated the sport for a decade, he had a rare, natural talent that led his county to five All Ireland titles and won him nine All Stars. DJ wasn’t just a hero on the pitch—his easy charm, generosity, and readiness to meet young fans made him a national treasure. Throughout his meteoric rise, strange rumours followed him. In 2003, shocking claims that DJ was dying of cancer swept the country. Two decades later, the truth emerged.

The Sports Scandals Podcasts shines a light on the dark side of sports. We cover the famous and infamous scandals of athletes, teams and events that have shaped the sporting world. We look at the scandals that have rocked Football, Basketball, Baseball, Soccer, Hockey, The World Cup, The Olympics and More!If you like the show, give us a 5 Star Review and comment on what topics you want us to cover next.

WELCOME TO GAMBLING STATE UNIVERSITY, The hilariously dark, true-crime story of "Shinehead," the college student who inadvertently became a sports bookie who franchised his business model to numerous major universities and made millions before graduating, all while staying one step ahead of the university and the police… but not the mob.It was the late 1980s when Shinehead was a freshman at a major state university in the south. He was a clean-cut kid from a straight-laced family who was dropped into the heart of SEC country, where sports are king and nothing else matters. His background in ...

Join the co-conspirators as they dig into sports conspiracies and the darker side of sports. From the Montreal Screw job to deflate gate and everything in-between, no shady, conspiracy riddled sports case will go unturned.Brought to you by Big Theory Productions. The creators of Alien Theorists Theorizing and Cosmic Channels.

3 stand up comedians and a cat, talk about sport related murders.

Sports True Crime: Investigating the Dark Side of Sports Scandals & CrimesFrom shocking scandals to criminal investigations, Sports True Crime uncovers the untold stories behind the biggest crimes in sports history. Dive deep into cases like O.J. Simpson, Aaron Hernandez, Tonya Harding, and more. Game-fixing, corruption, murder, and betrayal—this is where sports and true crime collide.

Sport & Crime è il podcast di true crime dedicato al mondo dello sport ed ai suoi personaggi più celebri in tutto il mondo. Persone che attraverso lo sport hanno conquistato fama e ricchezza e che spesso hanno vite burrascose alle spalle. Uomini e donne a cui lo sport ha regalato una vita agiata ed in cui poter avere tutto. Uomini e donne abituati a vincere battaglie sportive ma che, spesso, hanno perso contro loro stessi. Due volte al mese vi racconteremo storie di true crime legate allo sport

This Podcast is a gripping and enthralling podcast that delves deep into the darkest and most shocking true crime stories in the history of sports. Join us as we uncover the scandals, mysteries, and high-stakes dramas that have unfolded within the world of athletics. From doping scandals that rocked the foundations of the Olympics to the underbelly of organized crime infiltrating professional leagues, each episode unravels a different true crime story that will leave you on the edge of your seat. Prepare to be captivated by tales of greed, betrayal, and deception that have forever left their ...

Shadowboxing: True Crime in Combat Sports is hosted by veteran MMA reporter, Amy Kaplan. Each episode features true crime stories which involve combat sports.

Willkommen bei Under Investigation - dem Podcast, der die glänzenden Fassaden des Motorsports einreißt. Wir graben tiefer als jede Boxengasse erlaubt: dubiose Geldflüsse, mysteriöse Todesfälle, verschwundene Teamchefs, vertuschte Skandale und die dunklen Kapitel von Formel 1, NASCAR, DTM und Co. 💥 Für Fans, Verschwörer, Historiker und alle, die Motorsport lieben, aber lieber genau hinschauen. 📲 Folge uns auf Instagram & TikTok: @underinvestigationpod 📬 Hinweise oder Anfragen: uimotorsportpodcast@gmail.com

While the celebrity victims of Dr. Larry Nassar and the USA Gymnastics sexual abuse scandals rightly got a lot of attention, the number of affected kids is far more numerous in swimming. Underwater tells the almost unbelievable story, in the U.S., Canada, Europe, Australia, Latin America, and the Middle East, of coaches who preyed on children while hopping from program to program, state to state, and even country to country, in a pattern similar to the pedophile priests of the Catholic Church.

After hitting rock bottom through addiction, bowling legend Bob Perry learned that religion is for people who don't want to go to hell. Spirituality is for people who have already been there. Perry tells his heart-wrenching, inspiring story of bowling for the mob and drug and alcohol addiction in his new book, Redemption Alley. Perry, considered by many to be one of the most naturally-talented bowlers in the history of the sport, had potential to become one of the best even at the young age of 12.

Sports isn't all fun and games! There are plenty of murders, sex scandals, and even a few psychopaths! Make the most of those long intermissions or halftimes, and take a listen to these bite size stories of sports mayhem and mystery. They are only around 10 mins long.

The Madden Curse: Exploring the NFL's Most Famous SuperstitionIs the Madden Curse real or just a coincidence? Dive into the NFL's most intriguing superstition, its origins, notable cases, and the debate surrounding its impact on players.

Diego Maradona's "Hand of God": The Goal That Changed Soccer HistoryExplore the controversy behind Diego Maradona's "Hand of God" goal in the 1986 World Cup. A moment of brilliance or infamy? Discover the story, theories, and legacy.

Lance Armstrong's Legacy: The Rise, Fall, and Cover-Up That Shook CyclingUncover the truth behind Lance Armstrong's historic rise and devastating fall. Explore the doping scandal, cover-up allegations, and the impact on cycling's legacy.

The "Phantom Punch" Controversy: Exploring Muhammad Ali's Most Mysterious KnockoutDive into the enduring mystery of Muhammad Ali's "Phantom Punch" against Sonny Liston in 1965. Unravel the controversy, conspiracy theories, and its impact on boxing and cultural history.