NYC Mayor Mamdani on hosting the World Cup, USMNT & Andy Burnham
Mark Chapman is joined by the Mayor of New York City Zohran Mamdani.
Mark Chapman is joined by the Mayor of New York City Zohran Mamdani. They discuss the USA team's start to the World Cup, the experience for fans and the potential challenges of President Trump attending the World Cup final. They also speak about the impact New York Knicks' Championship win has had on the City.
He shares his thoughts on the newly elected Makerfield MP Andy Burnham and whether the skills of being a city mayor are transferrable into leading the country. And who knew the Mayor of New York City would have such a love for English cricket... and chess?
0’30 - His thoughts on how the USA national side have started the World Cup
1’50 - How the Knicks Championship win has changed New York City & how he priorities sport as a politician
6’48 - The honesty in the Knicks speech he gave
8’54 - Is he happy with how the World Cup is going from a fans perspective?
10’06 - His thoughts on transport prices
11’10 - Will New York benefit from having a World Cup?
12’54 - The potential challenges of President Trump attending the World Cup final
13’30 - Well wishes for Andy Burnham & whether the skills of being a city mayor can be transferred nationally
14’43 - His love for chess & English cricket
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