Activism at the World Cup, Getting to know Steven Sondheim

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United States' Weston McKennie (8) celebrates after teammate Christian Pulisic scoring a goal during the World Cup group B soccer match between Iran and the United States at the Al Thumama Stadium in Doha, Qatar, Tuesday, Nov. 29, 2022.
United States’ Weston McKennie (8) celebrates after teammate Christian Pulisic scoring a goal during the World Cup group B soccer match between Iran and the United States at the Al Thumama Stadium in Doha, Qatar, Tuesday, Nov. 29, 2022. (AP Photo/Ashley Landis)

Some athletes at the World Cup in Qatar are finding ways around rules preventing displays of support for some human rights issues. We get the latest on what’s happening in the soccer world. We also talk with a Milwaukee journalist about his years covering and getting to know Broadway songwriter Steven Sondheim.

Featured in this Show

  • International politics and activism surrounding the World Cup

    The World Cup in Qatar has faced criticism over human rights issues. We’ll explore the issues surrounding the soccer tournament, off of the pitch.

  • Milwaukee author shares experience covering musical theater legend Stephen Sondheim

    Composer and lyricist Stephen Sondheim is behind some of the biggest shows in Broadway history like West Side Story and Into the Woods. We talk with a Milwaukee journalist about why he started a magazine covering Sondheim’s works and got to know the songwriter.

Episode Credits

  • Rob Ferrett Host
  • Lee Rayburn Technical Director
  • Sarah Hopefl Technical Director
  • Lorin Cox Producer
  • Dean Knetter Producer
  • Jason Kido Lopez Guest
  • Paul Salsini Guest

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