The SportEmotions podcast takes the ideas behind the blog further—into real conversations.
In each episode, I speak with fans, media personalities, and experts to explore the sporting moments we all feel—heartbreak, loyalty, and everything in between.
Because when you bring real people into the conversation, you uncover stories and perspectives you simply can’t capture in a blog post.
It’s deeper, more human—and yes, far more entertaining.
On this episode of the SportEmotions podcast, I sit down with Daniel L. Wann, a social psychologist at Murray State University and a leading researcher on sports fandom.
We explore the psychological benefits of fandom, including identity, belonging, and well-being, as well as the darker side of fandom and what drives dysfunctional fan behaviour.
Finally, we look at Chicago Cubs fans, where decades of losing became part of the identity—and what happens when that identity is challenged.
What happens to sports fandom when it becomes your job?
In this episode, I sit down with veteran broadcaster Moe Khan, whose career spans nearly two decades across basketball, football, and university sports. Moe has seen the game from every angle—especially from behind the mic.
We explore the tension between fandom and professionalism—and what it really takes to call a game at a high level.
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