Estonian handball podcast "7 meetrit" features 20th-century legend Riho-Bruno Bramanis

The latest episode of Estonia's sole handball podcast, "7 meetrit" (7 Meters), hosts a distinguished guest: Riho-Bruno Bramanis, widely recognized as the best handball player of the 20th century. Hosts Taavi Tibar and Mihkel Jürisson engage Bramanis in a conversation spanning his remarkable and diverse career.

The discussion begins by tracing Bramanis's journey back to the late 1970s, when he came under the tutelage of Enno Karrisoo. They explore the intense drive and methods employed to achieve the status of the best in Estonia, delving into the lengths athletes went to in pursuit of excellence.

Bramanis's path then led him through the Latvian army, a period he recounts with a touch of humor, highlighting how a bottle of Vana-Tallinn liqueur seemingly facilitated all possibilities. His career has taken him from the Oktyabrsky District sports school to Japan and numerous places in between, painting a picture of a life rich with experiences both on and off the handball court.

The podcast aims to provide listeners with an in-depth look at the lives and careers of prominent figures in handball, offering insights into their training, challenges, and the unique stories that shaped them. Bramanis's episode promises a blend of sporting history, personal anecdotes, and reflections on a legendary career.