In our final episode of the season, 'Role Model,' we're honored to have Tegla Loroupe, an award-winning long-distance runner and global peace spokeswoman, sharing her inspiring journey from Western Kenya to becoming a peacemaker. Join us as she discusses her peace race, resilience, failure, and the pursuit of peace. Your feedback is crucial in shaping our future episodes. Share your thoughts in our podcast survey: https://forms.office.com/e/hhyf3RmHvm. Your input matters!

In our sixth episode, 'Sports Venue Security,' Professor Andrew Silke from Royal Holloway University of London explores why sports venues are targeted by terrorists and the evolving security measures in place. Discover the role of technology, fan involvement, and lessons for the future. Share your insights in our podcast survey:  https://forms.office.com/e/hhyf3RmHvm. Your input shapes our episodes!

In our fifth episode, 'Sports and Recruitment,' we explore preventing violent extremism in sporting clubs and events. Join us as we discuss the role of football club supporter groups with expert Steven Lenos, focusing on diversity, inclusivity, and integration. Your insights are invaluable! Share your thoughts in our podcast survey: https://forms.office.com/e/hhyf3RmHvm 

In our fourth episode, 'Role Model,' we're joined by Suad Galow, former captain of Somalia's Women’s National Basketball team. Suad shares her passion for basketball and her experiences as a female athlete in Somalia. Learn about her impactful work in creating safe spaces for girls to participate in sports and education through her nonprofit founded in 2018. Your feedback is crucial! Share your thoughts in our podcast survey: https://forms.office.com/e/hhyf3RmHvm 

In our third episode of the Power of the Peach, 'Sports Diplomacy,' we talk to Dr. Simon Rofe, a pioneer in sport diplomacy and lecturer at SOAS, UK. Discover the impact of athletes and sports fans in international relations. Learn how sporting events bridge communities and leaders, fostering unity amid political challenges. Explore intriguing instances like cricket diplomacy and projects in sub-Saharan Africa. Share your thoughts in our podcast survey: https://forms.office.com/e/hhyf3RmHvm 

*Disclaimer: the episode was recorded before the start of 2022 Qatar FIFA World Cup and refers to it in the future.

In our second episode of the Power of the Peach, 'Breaking the Rules,' we feature Khalida Popal, former captain of Afghanistan’s Women’s Football Team. Join us as Khalida shares her inspiring journey of perseverance and success amidst discrimination and adversity. Discover how she empowered women and girls through her organization, Girl Power. We want to hear from you! Participate in our podcast survey to shape future episodes: https://forms.office.com/e/hhyf3RmHvm  

In our debut episode of 'Power of the Peach,' we explore sports as a preventive tool against violent extremism. Join us as we chat with Alan Fraser, an expert in the field, who shares insights on reducing radicalization through sports. Learn about innovative sports leadership programs empowering young individuals and how sports can tackle vulnerability and antisocial behavior. We value your thoughts and invite you to shape our future episodes by participating in our podcast survey: https://forms.office.com/e/hhyf3RmHvm  

Our final episode features Dr. Sarah Marsden, Senior Lecturer in the Centre for the Study of Terrorism and Political Violence at the University of St Andrews, who discusses key factors for successful reintegration interventions as well as known barriers to reintegration of former terrorist fighters. Based on her research, Marsden advocates for strengths-based reintegration approaches and delves into reintegration following desistance and/or deradicalization and the role of “formers” in facilitating this.

We value your thoughts and invite you to participate in our podcast survey to help us shape future episodes. Your input matters! The survey can be accessed through the following link: https://forms.office.com/e/hhyf3RmHvm