Episodes

  • The Black Stars Podcast trailer

    The Black Stars Podcast trailer
    Aug 25 2025
    The Black Stars is a six-part documentary podcast that asks this question, diving deep into the history, struggles and occasional glories of Ghana’s national football team. From the highs of its 1960s African Cup of Nations triumphs and the nation’s unforgettable first World Cup in 2006, to the crushing lows of political interference, corruption, mismanagement and near-misses on the world stage, the series lays bare the contradictions at the heart of Ghanaian football. Told through the voices of players, presidents, coaches, scouts, journalists and fans, this is the story of football as Ghana’s greatest source of pride and its most painful heartbreak. A tale of brilliance and squandered promise, of unity and betrayal – and of a nation still striving for the ultimate redemption on football’s biggest stage.
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    1 min
  • Episode 1: The Parallel Lives of Nii & Sammy

    Episode 1: The Parallel Lives of Nii & Sammy
    Sep 1 2025
    Our first episode contrasts the careers of two Ghanaian football legends, Nii Odartey Lamptey and Sammy Kuffour, to explore the broader issues facing Ghanaian football. Nii Lamptey, hailed as the "next Pele," faced a tumultuous career marked by exploitation, unrealistic expectations, and personal struggles that derailed his potential. In contrast, Sammy Kuffour's resilience and stability led to a decorated career at Bayern Munich. Through their stories, the episode examines themes of player exploitation, lack of support systems, and the cultural and systemic barriers that hinder the development of Ghanaian footballers. It also highlights the sacrifices and challenges faced by young players seeking to make it in global football. Nii Odartey Lamptey - Former Ghanaian football prodigy Sammy Kuffour - Former Bayern Munich defender and one of Ghana’s most successful footballers. Featuring: Stephen Appiah - Former Black Stars captain. Fiifi Amanam - Football journalist and historian. Gary Al-Smith - Leading Ghanaian sports broadcaster Paul Darby - Academic expert on African football migration.
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    33 mins