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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NFL Valuations Soar, Sixteen Teams Now Worth Mo...
Scott and Eben chat with Sportico valuations expert Kurt Badenhausen about the latest NFL valuations. The Cowboys top the list at $7.64 billion, with the average team worth $4.14 billion.
35 min
352
Big Ten Behind the Scenes, Navarro’s Tennis Buy...
Scott and Eben are joined by Sportico’s Daniel Libit to discuss his new story about the tumultuous start to Kevin Warren’s Big Ten tenure. They also discuss Ben Navarro’s new tennis acquisition, and NWSL’s looming expansion.
29 min
353
An NFL+ Breakdown / Wall Street Reaction to WWE...
Scott and Eben discuss the formal launch of NFL+, a streaming service that will please some football fans and be irrelevant to others. They also talk Green Bay Packers finances, WWE’s shakeup, and an interesting trademark battle with vast consequences.
33 min
354
J-Rod’s Home Run Derby Breakout, Raiders Ticket...
Scott and Eben discuss Julio Rodriguez’s star turn at the MLB Home Run Derby, plus the NFL’s most successful ticket sellers, and a major milestone for esports.
31 min
355
NFL Earned Record $11 Billion in Shared Revenue...
Scott and Eben break down the latest insight into the NFL’s multi-billion dollar empire. They also discuss the looming ESPN+ price hike, and Juan Soto turning down a $440 million contract.
29 min
356
Fanatics and Nike Draw Closer / Apple’s MLS Str...
Scott and Eben discuss a new partnership between Fanatics and Nike in college sports. They also discuss Apple’s live sports strategy, the LIV Golf latest, and the NBA’s decision to fund payments for ABA players.
27 min
357
Condoleezza Rice Joins Broncos Ownership / UEFA...
Scott and Jacob Feldman discuss why the former secretary of state would want to become a limited partner in Denver, and what it might mean for her future in sports (is she still eyeing a commissioner gig?). They also discuss the wide field expected to bid record amounts for Champions League media rights, YES Network’s app experimentation, and Dan Snyder’s ongoing battle with Congress.
26 min
358
The Next College Football Domino Falls / The Fu...
Scott and Jacob Feldman discuss USC and UCLA’s move to the Big 10, and who could join next. They also discuss the NFLPA’s biometric data play; ownership updates for the Warriors, Trail Blazers, and Seahawks; a PR debacle in Dallas; and the strange case of the peanut pitcher put on pause.
28 min
359
‘Where’s Moose Jaw?’ 30 Years of Team Sales wit...
Scott and Eben are joined by long-time sports banker Sal Galatioto to discuss his career, which includes dozens of team transactions in every major U.S. sport. Galatioto tells stories about some of the sports world’s biggest investors, including George Steinbrenner, Dan Snyder, and Tom Ricketts.
33 min
360
Deshaun Watson Awaits NFL Punishment, NBA Chann...
Scott and Eben discuss the latest in the ongoing Deshaun Watson saga. They also talk about a new NBA video game, and the first year of the NIL Era.
30 min
361
Stan Kroenke’s Year of Titles / F1 Stays on ESPN
Scott and Eben discuss Stan Kroenke’s historic few months, becoming the first owner to win both a Super Bowl (Rams) and another major U.S. title (Avalanche) in the same year. They also discuss ESPN extending F1, Roger Goodell’s day in Washington, and the sale of Deltatre.
29 min
362
What the ‘Bear Market’ Means For Sports Teams a...
Eben is joined by Sportico colleague Jacob Feldman to discuss how the recent economic downturn affect sports owners, teams and fans. They also talk about changes in digital media, and a weird F1 anomaly.
28 min
363
Nashville Predators Sale Looms, MLS Inks Big Ap...
Former Tennessee governor Bill Haslam is buying the NHL’s Nashville Predators, while MLS inks a long-term broadcast deal with Apple, and PointsBet lands a $65 million investment from a big name in trading.
29 min
364
Unfinished Business: Women’s Hoops Doc Details ...
Scott and Eben speak with sports owner Clara Wu Tsai and filmmaker Alison Klayman about their new documentary “Unfinished Business,” which details the history of the WNBA through the lens of the New York Liberty, which the Tsais purchased in 2019.
38 min
365
Cricket’s Billion-Dollar Media Deals / Del Rio’...
Scott and Eben discuss the Indian Premier League’s new round of billion-dollar media rights. They also discuss Jack Del Rio’s $100,000 fine, the LIV Golf latest, and an NBA business venture in China.
26 min
366
Rob Walton to Buy Broncos in $4.6 Billion Deal
Scott and Eben discuss the sale of the Denver Broncos, to Rob Walton, for a record $4.6 billion. They also talk about the latest in professional golf’s upheaval.
26 min
367
Broncos Bids Are Due, Trail Blazers Might Be Next
The second round of bidding for the Denver Broncos concluded on Monday evening. Plus a $2+ billion offer for the Portland Trail Blazers, a $3 billion valuation for HBSE, and the latest in the pro golf shakeup.
27 min
368
Golf’s Rubicon Moment Arrives / SeatGeek SPAC D...
Scott and Eben discuss the latest in LIV Golf’s challenge to the pro golf establishment, including Dustin Johnson’s surprise move and a sponsor’s reaction. They also discuss the termination of a high-profile SPAC deal, another European soccer purchase, and the latest in the Broncos sale.
28 min
369
Champions League Debacle, NBA Finals Matchup Set
Scott and Eben discuss what went wrong at the Champions League final in Paris, where police used tear gas on fans and the start of the match was delayed 35 minutes. They also discuss the NBA Finals, and a new funding round for Big League Advance.
28 min
370
American Money Eyes Mexican Soccer, NFL Biz Latest
Scott and Eben discuss another potential U.S. investment into Mexican soccer. They also talk about the quirks of the All-NBA vote, and some NFL business.
30 min
371
Longest-Tenured U.S. Commissioner Getting Exten...
Scott and Eben discuss a looming extension for Gary Bettman, who’s run the NHL for the past 30 years. They also discuss the relationship between MLS and the Mexican national soccer teams, and the XFL’s new ESPN deal.
26 min
372
U.S. Soccer’s New Economics, Plus Latest on NCA...
Eben and Sportico reporter Emily Caron discuss the new U.S. soccer labor peace, which will see the men’s and women’s national teams paid equally. They also discuss the latest with Brittney Griner’s detention, and with the NCAA.
30 min
373
Sports SPACs Dry Up, Apollo Mulls $1+ Billion M...
Eben is joined by Sportico’s Corey Leff to discuss the ice cold SPAC market, the innovation underway at lower tier leagues, and a $1.25 billion investment proposal from Apollo.
31 min
374
LeBron James Tops Highest Paid Athletes as Star...
Scott and Eben are joined by Sportico valuations expert Kurt Badenhausen to break down the 100 highest paid athletes in the world. LeBron James is first at $127 million, followed by soccer stars Lionel Messi, Cristiano Ronaldo and Neymar.
29 min
375
Chelsea Sells for $3.1 Billion / Magic Joins Br...
Scott and Eben discuss the sale of English soccer giant Chelsea, one of the most expensive transactions in sports franchise history. They also talk about the F1 race in Miami, and the latest in the sale of the Denver Broncos, which will almost certainly fetch more than Chelsea.
25 min