大象传媒

Some sports stars appear to have more political influence than any of their predecessors. Some have forced politicians into policy U-turns. While many have welcomed the rise and impact of sporting campaigners, there are questions too. In this programme political journalist-turned sports writer Joey D'Urso examines the phenomenon. How did we get here? Whose advice is being heard behind the scenes? And should we be wary of such political power?

Joey talks to top sports strategist Kelly Hogarth - who represents Marcus Rashford and Raheem Sterling - in one of her first ever in-depth interviews. He also hears from Dr Erkut S枚g眉t, who represents former Arsenal player Mesut 脰zil; former Newcastle goalie and founder of Show Racism the Red Card, Shaka Hislop; The Sun's Deputy Head of Sport Martin Lipton and campaigns expert Jo Tanner.

Producer: Beth Sagar-Fenton