Sporticast
'Sporticast' is a new podcast hosted by business journalists Scott Soshnick and Eben Novy-Williams from Sportico that will deliver the inside scoop on the intersection of money and sports. From billion-dollar valuations to team sales, sponsorship contracts and media rights, go behind the scenes on the deals that power the global sports economy. For more coverage and information, be sure to check out sportico.com
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Messi Magic Lifts New MLS Tournament / Are Clea...
35 min
277
‘Changing the Stink’ Highlights Paradox of NFL’...
34 min
278
Sorting Out Sports' Streaming Shakeup w/ Parrot...
36 min
279
Cowboys Worth Record $9.2 Billion / ESPN Sports...
30 min
280
College Sports Fractures and Reforms Around TV ...
31 min
281
World Cup and Business Lessons w/ Just Women’s ...
31 min
282
Mets Unloading MLB’s Priciest Roster / Colorado...
29 min
283
Investing in Sports, with Sapphire Sport Partne...
45 min
284
What Drake Can Teach Sports Owners, Plus Mbappe...
35 min
285
Does Messi Make Inter Miami 2x More Valuable?
30 min
286
Messi’s Immediate MLS Impact w/ D.C. United Own...
31 min
287
Commanders Sale Closing on July 20, Yankees Put...
Scott and Eben discuss a date for Josh Harris’s group to finally take over the Washington Commanders. They also talk about Dan Snyder’s legacy, the Jets on Hard Knocks, and the New York Yankees selling ad space on their uniforms.
33 min
288
MLB’s All-Star Tailwinds / NBA’s Summer League ...
Scott and Eben discuss the MLB All-Star Game and Lionel Messi’s looming MLS debut, plus the NBA’s success growing its Summer League series in Las Vegas.
28 min
289
Women’s World Cup Business Breakdown w/ Emily C...
Eben and Sportico reporter Emily Caron discuss the money behind the upcoming women’s World Cup, which has undergone some major changes. They also talk about pro women’s hockey.
33 min
290
Behind the Bedard Business Boom w/ Blackhawks E...
Scott and Eben speak with Jaime Faulkner, president of business operations for the Chicago Blackhawks about the team landing No. 1 pick Connor Bedard, and the many ways the much-hyped prospect is already driving new business.
27 min
291
F1’s Recent Business Boom w/ Kurt Badenhausen
Scott and Eben speak with Sportico valuations expert Kurt Badenhausen about his F1 team rankings, and how the racing circuit’s business has grown in recent years.
35 min
292
Ryan Reynolds Buys into F1 / Qatar Buys into NB...
Scott and Eben discuss two big new sports investments—Ryan Reynolds and RedBird Capital purchasing 24% of F1’s Alpine Racing, and Qatar’s sovereign wealth fund buying a small stake in the parent of the Washington Wizards and Capitals.
28 min
293
Athletes Shine in Southern France, HBSE Makes T...
Scott and Eben discuss takeaways from the Cannes Lions marketing festival in France, where athletes were on display for their business prowess. They also talk HBSE buying into Joe Gibbs Racing, and a new Utah Jazz TV deal.
28 min
294
Messi’s Contract Details, Team Sales Keep Coming
Scott and Jacob discuss some recently reported details of Leo Messi’s Inter Miami agreement, which has yet to be finalized, and why some of the specifics are so significant. They also talk about the recent Lightning and Hornets ownership transactions. Can the franchise market stay this active? Lastly, Jacob takes issue with one specific aspect of pro golf’s culture.
29 min
295
NBA Finals Viewership, Netflix's New Sports Show
Scott and Jacob discuss the ratings for the NBA Finals, and what the league is doing to reach a new generation of fans who aren't watching traditional television. They also talk about Netflix's upcoming 'Quarterback' docuseries and the service's live streaming ambitions.
30 min
296
Messi’s Unprecedented MLS Deal, Plus New Golf F...
Scott and Eben discuss the historic pay package that MLS and Inter Miami are preparing for soccer star Lionel Messi. They also talk about TGL’s first golf team sale, and how athletes manage money differently than in decades prior.
30 min
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The PGA-LIV Deal Explained, Plus Messi to Miami?
Scott and Eben break down Tuesday’s bombshell news, as the PGA Tour and main European tour go into business with their archrival, Saudi-backed LIV Golf. They also talk Lionel Messi to MLS, and a big WNBA valuation.
30 min
298
Golden Knights Co-Owner Joe Maloof Talks Stanle...
Scott and Eben speak with Vegas Golden Knights minority owner Joe Maloof about the team’s Stanley Cup run, sports ownership more broadly, and the evolution of Las Vegas as a pro sports town.
32 min
299
NBA Finals Continue Kroenke Hot Streak / Padres...
Scott and Eben discuss the upcoming NBA Finals between the Heat and Nuggets, yet another title opportunity for a team owned by Stan Kroenke. They also talk Stanley Cup finals and a major RSN development.
28 min
300
Luton Town Wins Soccer’s Richest Prize / Celtic...
Scott and Eben discuss English soccer club Luton Town FC winning what’s often called the ‘richest game in football.’ They also talk about the Indy 500, and an update on the NBA and NHL semifinals.
25 min