Trump vs Murdoch + The science behind our sports obsession
Jul 18, 2025•17 min•Season 6Ep. 360
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Episode description
Fascinating new research has revealed why sport has become our new religion.
An Australian sports expert has delved into how being part of team as a player or passionate fan can literally change your brain and gives us powerful connections and a sense of community.
In this episode of The Briefing, Natarsha Belling is joined by Professor Aaron Smith to unpack the latest research and the fascinate science behind why sport makes us tick.
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