In this episode, Diego and Jean-luc discuss the challenges of creating a national identity in a multicultural country like Suriname, drawing parallels with the cohesion necessary in sports teams. They also explore the importance of understanding different perspectives and cultures in order to align towards a common goal.
Key Takeaways
* In order to create a national identity, it's important to understand and embrace the diversity within the country.
* For some sports, it's necessary to have support from outside the country in order to reach the highest level of competition.
* The alignment necessary for success in team sports is similar to the alignment necessary in creating a national identity.
* The lack of long-term policymaking towards sports in Suriname is hindering its potential for success.
* To create a national identity, it is necessary to have difficult conversations and be vulnerable in understanding different perspectives.
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