Day 16 Podcast: A Day for Reflection – Politics & Previews of 8 Delicious Pairings

It’s the first day off during the 2018 World Cup and time to reflect on the tournament so far and the games ahead. First off, Brazilian DJ Sergio Mielniczenko stops by to reflect on this year’s national team the role soccer plays on the politics and collective psyche of Brazil. Then Bob Edelman returns to discuss the political subtexts of this year’s world cup with fellow Sovietologist Suzi Weissman; and then Bob and Alan assess the 16 remaining teams and the eight match-ups to be played over the next four, guaranteed-to-be enthralling, days.