If it’s about sports and there’s a China angle, we’ll talk about it in the China Sports Insider Podcast. Mark Dreyer is the China Sports Insider. He’s worked for Sky Sports, Fox Sports, AP Sports and many others, and has covered major sporting events on five continents, including three Olympic Games 2008-12. He has been based in China since 2007. Produced and hosted by Haig Balian, a journalist and filmmaker who hosts and produces The Beijing Sessions podcast.
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If it’s about sports and there’s a China angle, we’ll talk about it in the China Sports Insider Podcast. Mark Dreyer is the China Sports Insider. He’s worked for Sky Sports, Fox Sports, AP Sports and many others, and has covered major sporting events on five continents, including three Olympic Games 2008-12. He has been based in China since 2007. Produced and hosted by Haig Balian, a journalist and filmmaker who hosts and produces The Beijing Sessions podcast.
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November 23, 2022
A deep dive into “Sporting Superpower”
1:04 – As the China Sports Insider Podcast turns 50, are there still reasons to be optimistic about China’s sporting future? 2:46 – China may not be in the World Cup, but some skillfully edited videos circulating online have them winning the final – against Argentina! 4:14 – Qatar’s opening performance as host was a disappointment for rest of Asia. 7:21 – Turning to MMA, Chinese UFC star Zhang Weili is back on top with a title win at Madison Square Garden. 9:26 – The 2022 F1 season has come to a close. How did Rookie of the Year Zhou Guanyu perform and what does he have to do in 2023? 14:35 – Meanwhile, the Women’s Tennis Association’s 2023 calendar is out, but there’s no promised return to China. 17:16 – To mark the 50th episode of the podcast, Haig interviews Mark about his book “Sporting Superpower”, timed to coincide with the release of the paperback edition. 18:17 – The reception to the book has been unexpected, with talks on the book’s themes requested from around the world. 18:55 – What is the book about and why write it? 21:20 – Who is it aimed at? 24:00 – Several athletes are referenced or quoted in the book – what has been their response? 28:12 – Did anyone not like what was written? 28:51 – The challenges of interviewing athletes in China. 33:22 – Who were the most tight-lipped people? 34:34 – Any stories that didn’t make it into the book that deserve a mention here? 37:32 – What would it take for China’s sporting directives to lose focus? 40:00 – So is China’s sporting future still bright? 45:26 – Are there any plans for a Chinese version of the book? 48:25 – Some parting words from Haig. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
November 5, 2022
Shankai’s Feng Tao on China’s World Cup involvement
2:00 – Marathons around the country have been getting postponed or canceled, but Beijing’s big race remains on — for now. 5:54 – China is rumored to be launching a bid for the 2031 Women’s World Cup. What can we read into this? 7:03 – A funny story from the aftermath of the Beijing Olympics, involving a Swiss snowboarder and an unusual tattoo. 9:51 – Our guest this episode is Feng Tao, co-founder of sports marketing firm Shankai Sports, which has brokered some of the biggest deals in Chinese sports industry history and has held exclusive hospitality rights for China for every World Cup since 2010. 12:47 – The history of how many Chinese soccer fans traveled to the 2010 World Cup in South Africa, as well as subsequent tournaments. 17:04 – What will it be like if/when China gets back into the World Cup? The number of traveling fans could be insane. 17:54 – This year in Qatar, however, has been a very different picture in terms of Chinese fan involvement. 19:26 – But there are some Chinese sponsors who will have a visible presence throughout the tournament. 22:50 – Most Chinese sponsors have come from the consumer electronics sector, but dairy firm Mengniu has a very different strategy. 25:27 – The challenges of promoting Chinese brands with international markets. 29:23 – Has the global perception of China impacted business around the world? 30:03 – Feng Tao explains what he will be doing on the ground in Qatar later this month. 32:40 – How Alibaba’s multi-year Olympic deal came to be and Jack Ma’s “marriage” with Thomas Bach. 34:40 – How has China’s sports industry adapted to COVID-zero? 36:43 – One side effect of the country’s shutdown has been the growth of the domestic market. 40:27 – That’s resulted in a number of strategy pivots across the board. 42:12 – Some parting words for foreign brands and industry reps on staying involved in China. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
October 24, 2022
China’s sporting Politburo Standing Committee revealed – Part II
0:50 Some parallels between the handling of the Hu Jintao and Peng Shuai incidents. 7:17 Following on from Part I, which outlined the top seven sporting figures of the past decade, we move to Part II and reveal who are the stars to watch – starting at the top (again, no spoilers!). Out with the old, in with the…old? 10:39 Second up is Mark’s pick for best female athlete of the future. 13:05 The best male athlete serves up a surprise. 17:31 The best Olympian of the future is female, competes in a water sport, and has already reached the very top. Does that narrow it down? 19:35 The fifth award – for best team – has a new name and a new stadium. 23:34 The People’s Choice award resonated with the public this year. But this superstar’s staying power is the only question… 26:34 The coveted last slot, and winner of the DRESPY, comes out of left field. 30:00 Haig vents a bit about quarantine as the hosts prepare for their in-person reunion. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
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