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• The Weight of a Star

  From being played in dimly lit basements to tournaments held in large arenas, Counter-strike: Global Offensive suddenly transformed. Prizemoney reached six-figure levels and the players became overnight stars. Lukas 'Gla1ve' Rossander and his team, Astralis, were there from the beginning, as the game they loved transitioned from a hobby to a career, and fans, fame and fortune became a part of their lives. But what happens when a hobby turns into a job and – more importantly – when the weight of being on top the world, the best possible team, becomes unbearable? When the game that you loved so much as a child becomes a burden? Thanks to Lukas 'Gla1ve' Rossander, Kasper Hvidt and Astralis .Interviews, mix, sound design by Andrew DavidsonHeadfirst theme by Sejer VilladsenFor more go to hummel.net/head-first/head-first.html

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• Fighting to... Live (4:4)

  August, 2021. Years have passed since Khalida Popal fled Afghanistan for the second time in her life, but her involvement with her home country hasn't waned. This is all put to an overwhelming test, as the Taliban make their way back to Kabul with a ferocious force to once again rule the country. A plan is quickly set in motion to get the current women's national football team out of the country to safety. It's a mission that involves - amongst others - a former US marine/football coach, an Australian politician/Olympic medallist and, of course, Khalida. In the middle of it all, a 20-year-old goalkeeper, Fati, constantly varies between incredible optimism and a fear of not getting out of the country alive. It's a fight against time before the Taliban cut off all means of escape.Thanks to Khalida Popal, Zali Stegall and Fati.Interviews, mix, sound design by Andrew DavidsonHeadfirst theme by Sejer VilladsenAdditional music by Kristian KruseTranslation of audio message by Sameer Azizi.For more go to hummel.net/head-first/head-first.html

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• Fighting to... Survive (3:4)

  Khalida Popal has gained the momentum to speak out against the injustice and oppression that she and many other women feel at the time in Afghanistan. Football has propelled her forward and given her a platform that she is not afraid to use in the slightest. But it comes at a price, and Khalida finds herself the target of many enemies. In the end it becomes too dangerous and with the help of hummel and Christian Stadil she flees to India before she ends up at refugee camp in Denmark. But even though she is safe in Denmark, the immense pressure from constantly being on the run and away from family and friends becomes a downard spiral. But Khalida doesn't give up. Never.Thanks to Khalida Popal and Christian Stadil.Interviews, mix, sound design by Andrew DavidsonHeadfirst theme by Sejer VilladsenAdditional music by Kristian KruseFor more go to hummel.net/head-first/head-first.html

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• Fighting to... Play (2:4)

  After several years as refugees in Pakistan, Khalida Popal and her family are able to return to their home in Afghanistan. During her years away from home she found football, not only as a sport, but as a way to escape the harsh realities of war. She continues to play the sport she cherishes so much, but even though the Taliban have been chased way, the general population isn't exactly pleased with women playing sport. Nonetheless, she is successful in getting the Afghanistan women's national football team officially recognised. In the search for money to pay for durable uniforms, Khalida comes in contact with hummel’s owner Christian Stadil, who – more than simply pay for uniforms – is eager to sponsor the team. But danger is still lurking at every corner.Thanks to Khalida Popal, Christian Stadil and Sameer Azizi.Interviews, mix, sound design by Andrew DavidsonHeadfirst theme by Sejer VilladsenAdditional music and editing by Kristian KruseFor more go to hummel.net/head-first/head-first.html

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• Fighting to... Stay (1:4)

  Khalida Popal fought for something that many of us take for granted: being able to play football. But Khalida’s story is about more than just kicking a ball around. It is about fighting for your right to exist and fighting for freedom in a country marred by decades of war and internal conflict. Through football, Khalida finds her voice, as well as a tool for peaceful protest. In the first episode of "Fighting to...", we start at the beginning in Afghanistan where Khalida was born. With the country in disarray, a hostile dynamic develops, which eventually forces Khalida and her family to flee. Thanks to Khalida Popal and Sameer Azizi. Interviews, mix, sound design by Andrew DavidsonHeadfirst theme by Sejer Villadsen

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