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Balls of Glory

Robbie & The Black Swan are taking “Balls of Glory” to the streets of Brazil, producing an amusing, off the wall radio show from the 2014 World Cup.

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Balls of Glory

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Balls of Glory

Balls of Glory

Balls of Glory

Robbie & The Black Swan are taking “Balls of Glory” to the streets of Brazil, producing an amusing, off the wall radio show from the 2014 World Cup.

Robbie & The Black Swan are taking “Balls of Glory” to the streets of Brazil, producing an amusing, off the wall radio show from the 2014 World Cup.

Robbie & The Black Swan are taking “Balls of Glory” to the streets of Brazil, producing an amusing, off the wall radio show from the 2014 World Cup.

Robbie & The Black Swan are taking “Balls of Glory” to the streets of Brazil, producing an amusing, off the wall radio show from the 2014 World Cup.

Pete Tselepi
Pete Tselepi
Pete Tselepi
Pete Tselepi
1 Campaign |
Sydney, Australia
$5,985 USD 55 backers
29% of $20,000 Flexible Goal Flexible Goal


What is Balls of Glory? 

'Balls of Glory' is a quirky and off the wall World Cup experience for radio and podcast listeners that will focus on the lighter side of the round ball game in Brazil. With enough 'beef' to satisfy the sports addicted and a level of entertainment to keep the un-initiated laughing, our show is by the fans, for the fans.

We will be there to laugh, cry, mingle and mesh in the most passionate football country in the world. You'll get the game, the colour, the crazy. You'll hear from special guests including Brazilian Soccer legends, local taxi drivers and fans from all around the world. With photos and videos streaming to you via social media, you will get all the action on the ground, delivered balls and all!

Like our facebook page to listen to our daily podcasts from Brazil

https://www.facebook.com/PeteTheBlackSwanTselepi


The history and vision

'Balls of Glory' began on 2ser 107.3FM 4 years ago, when Pete 'The Black Swan' Tselepi covered the 2010 World Cup as part of a three man team.

The show's light-heartedness and focus on the off-field action struck a chord across the Sydney radio landscape. This time round The Black Swan will be joined by Robbie Keswick taking 'Balls of Glory' to the streets of Brazil, and through the all powerful internet, back to you at home!

After Brazil, its our goal to be the boys who bring you the odd, the unconventional and colour from all the world's major sporting events and those from a little left of field; next years Asian Cup in Australia, the Paper Scissors Rock World Championships, The Wife Carrying Comp in Finland, The Melbourne Cup Carnival and back to Brazil for the 2016 Olympics. 


Why is this campaign important?

This project combines our favourite things in life - soccer, radio and comedy and realises a long held dream of producing an entertaining World Cup radio show, live from the event itself. 

Beyond our love for soccer and radio, we have a wider ambition to create large community based sporting events , promoting participation, fun and child like curiosity. Our goal is to raise funds to support the families of children with autism spectrum disorder. Our aim is to create sporting programs and specialised education to provide normality for these beautiful children.


About Pete & Robbie

'The Black Swan' has been broadcasting each week on 2SER’s Saturday Breakfast Show since 2010 for the weekly sport review 'The Black Swan Report'. He focuses on the unusual and quirky side of world sport, from the Sauna Endurance Championships in Finland to Volcano Boarding in Nicaragua. 'The Black Swan' is also co-host of ABC Grand Stand's 'The Left Field', the show that pokes fun from the sidelines. For The Swan the round ball game has always been number one, with the World Cup representing 30 days of the ultimate in sporting indulgence.

  

Robbie's a veteran broadcaster on 2SER, presenting and producing live radio in breakfast, mornings and drivetime since 2008. A soccer nerd and Socceroos/Liverpool tragic, 19 years at the same club (the mighty Asquith), Futsal a couple of nights a week and permanent lurking on football forums feed his unhealthy addiction to the beautiful game.

As program anchor and as a triple j Raw Comedy NSW state finalist - he'll keep The Black Swan on task, and give you a giggle or two as well.



Listen here to our latest world cup preview segments:

https://soundcloud.com/ballsofgloryau

What we need

We are asking for $20,000, to cover the costs associated with this project. There is the necessary green and gold face paint, spray tan for Robbie, body waxing and the general hygienic requirements of being men in Brazil.



What you get 

You get a team on the ground in Brazil, making radio, taking photos, shooting video and making you feel a part of the action every single day. You'll be introduced to locals, fans from other countries, and experience the world cup from your home.

You can also help direct the show, by telling us what you want via social media. If you see a story about an octopus that predicts results, let us know and we'll find and interview that octopus (or another mystic animal of equal or lesser value). You can be in constant dialogue with us - tell us what you want!


Here are some of the perks you get and additional perks will be released throughout the campaign:

* Official Limited Edition Black Swan T-shirt

* Crocheted ipod cover in your team colours

                 




* Specially selected FIFA World Cup 2014 memorabilia from Brazil


  

       

              

           


Spread the word!

Tell all your friends, family and any football lovers you know. Like the 'Balls of Glory' Facebook page and enjoy the stuff we send your way. Share the campaign on your Facebook or Twitter - every dollar raised makes this dream a little closer to becoming a reality.

Thank you for reading this far!

Love Pete & Robbie




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Super fan

$10 USD
Thank you for your generosity! * Your name will be praised all over our social media channels.
2 claimed

Thank you from Brazil!

$25 USD
Help 'Balls of Glory' roll to Brazil! * We will send you an awesome postcard when we get there! * You will also be thanked personally on our social media network!
Estimated Shipping
July 2014
4 claimed

Ok we have a t-shirt!

$50 USD
* Shout out on social media * An Official Limited Edition WC Brazil 2014 Black Swan T-shirt.
Estimated Shipping
July 2014
19 out of 100 of claimed

Fanatics keep it cozy

$100 USD
Your donation is much appreciated! In return for your kindness we will tell the world about your generosity and you will receive; * A crocheted iPhone cozy in your team's colours * An Official Limited Edition Black Swan T-shirt
9 out of 30 of claimed

Fan pack

$200 USD
* Shout out on social media * Black Swan T shirt * PLUS a 1-hour coaching session - your sport of choice with Robbie or The Black Swan. * Robbie - Football and Speed Cubing * Black Swan - Anything competitive
Estimated Shipping
August 2014
3 out of 25 of claimed

Robbie teaches radio

$250 USD
The perks for your donation include; * A shout out on our social media * A postcard from Brazil * Learn how to handle the knobs in a 1 on 1 radio presentation course with Robbie.
Estimated Shipping
August 2014
0 out of 20 of claimed

Sports pack

$500 USD
Your generosity has bought you * An Official Balls of Glory T shirt * Official WC memorabilia from Brazil including - Limited edition Brazil 2014 T- Shirt - Scarf in your country's colours - Adidas Sackpack - Mini WC trophy replica - FIFA WC trading cards - 2014 Mascot plush toy - PLUS a few surprises * A chance to take on The Black Swan in your sport of choice. Warning - strong at tennis, basketball, soccer, 100m sprint, and a game of pool.
Estimated Shipping
August 2014
1 out of 10 of claimed

Sponsorship

$1,000 USD
* Very loud shout out on social media! * An Official Limited Edition WC Brazil 2014 Black Swan T-shirt. * Official WC memorabilia from Brazil which includes all previously listed from the $500 perk * Choose between Radio course with Robbie or take on the Black Swan in your sport of choice * You will be listed as a bronze sponsor on The Black Swan's website and mentioned on 'Balls of Glory' podcasts.
Estimated Shipping
August 2014
1 out of 7 of claimed

Be our special guest!

$2,000 USD
Your donation includes all previous perks! You can choose * Play with or against The Black Swan in your sport of choice or a 1 on 1 radio presentation course with Robbie. * Be our Guest on the show - have your say on air. * We will also list you as our silver sponsor on our website and you will be mentioned on our podcasts.
Estimated Shipping
August 2014
0 out of 5 of claimed

It's all about you!

$5,000 USD
We are flabbergasted! Congratulations! You're an official GOLD sponsor of 'Balls of Glory'. * Your newly acquired title will be royally announced on The Black Swan website and all our social media channels * You receive all previously mentioned perks * We will create a tribute song for you, about you, to be aired on our show in your honour. * All the best memorabilia from Brazil. * We will include Game tickets to 3 World Cup games in Brazil (airfare and accommodation not included)
Estimated Shipping
August 2014
0 out of 3 of claimed
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