BONUS: Who Smarted? – How Did Football Become Known as Soccer?

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Welcome to a special bonus episode of Who Smarted?, the world’s most popular kids' educational podcast! With over 15 million downloads in just three years, Who Smarted? delivers fun, educational content three times a week, making learning an adventure for kids everywhere. In this episode, we tackle a fascinating question: "How Did Football Become Known as Soccer?" Dive into the history and quirky facts behind one of the world's most beloved sports and discover why the name "soccer" stuck in some places while "football" reigned supreme in others. If you haven’t already, subscribe to Who Smarted? and binge on this excellent children's resource that combines education with fun in every episode.

About Jerry Kolber:

Jerry Kolber is an accomplished entertainment professional known for his work as the co-creator and Showrunner of National Geographic’s #1 series, Brain Games, for which he received his Prime Time Emmy Nomination. His extensive experience includes collaborations with icons like Pharrell Williams, having created and produced Brainchild (Netflix) with Pharrell, and two upcoming documentaries. Jerry is also the co-creator and host of the world’s most popular 3x weekly kids' educational podcast, Who Smarted?, with over 15 million downloads in its first three years. Jerry's impressive career spans across various projects, including Inked (A&E), Confessions of a Matchmaker (A&E), GE in the Wild (with Mythbusters’ Adam Savage), and the space documentary 14 Minutes from Earth (Netflix). His unique perspective and background always enhances creativity and leadership in the classroom.

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• Website: https://www.atomicentertainment.com/
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• Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jerry-kolber/
• Podcast: https://whosmarted.com/

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