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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$6.1B Celtics Group Comes Together, Caitlin Cla...
Scott and Eben discuss the latest on the $6.1 billion Celtics sale, with the buyers finalizing their group members and their financing. They also talk about a notable WNBA stake sale, a notable WNBA injury, and big news concerning the world’s highest-paid athlete.
28 min
52
Why Haven’t Sports Teams or Their Billionaire O...
Scott and Eben speak with Syracuse sports management professor Rick Burton about the future of sports and fandom, with commonsense changes to enhance stadiums and leagues. They also talk about MLS, the subject of Burton’s most recent book, titled “The Rise of Major League Soccer.”
36 min
53
TGL Franchise Values, Plus NFL Boosts Olympic F...
Scott and Eben discuss the newest TGL franchise selling for $70+ million. They also talk about Olympic flag football, the WNBA opening week, the Fanatics Games, and LiveBarn for sale.
27 min
54
Can UCLA Reverse its $200+ Million in Athletics...
Scott and Eben talk about UCLA’s plan to right-size its athletic department. They also talk about a stake sale for the San Francisco 49ers, and the NHL/NBA playoffs.
39 min
55
Connecticut Sun, Portland Trail Blazers Both Fo...
Scott and Eben discuss the sale of two pro basketball teams: the WNBA’s Connecticut Sun and the NBA’s Portland Trail Blazers. Both are happening in the midst of expansion talks. The hosts also talk about the NFL schedule reveal.
29 min
56
Michael Jordan on NBC? What’s Going On Here?
Scott and Eben discuss Michael Jordan partnering with NBC to do some NBA coverage next season. They also talk about Shohei Ohtani, Michael Eisner and the new Pope.
34 min
57
Real Madrid Regains Spot As Soccer’s Most Valua...
Eben is joined by colleague Kurt Badenhausen to discuss his ranking of the 50 most valuable soccer teams in the world. They talk No. 1 Real Madrid, No. 2 Manchester United, and a number of other teams. Plus, they break down the economics of global soccer as compared to other major U.S. leagues.
37 min
58
Giants Investors Line Up / Warren Buffett Steps...
Scott and Eben discuss Marc Lasry and Michael Strahan joining forces to pursue an investment in the New York Giants. They also talk about Warren Buffett, the NHL playoffs, President Donald Trump, and more.
35 min
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LIV Golf Nearing Rankings Points / Kentucky Der...
Scott and Eben talk about the latest in professional golf, with LIV Golf close to securing something it has wanted since its inception. They also talk about the Kentucky Derby, Giannis Antetokounmpo, and the very physical NHL playoffs.
31 min
60
Shedeur Sanders’ Surprise Saturday Slide Stuns ...
Scott and Eben discuss the biggest story of the NFL draft: Shedeur Sanders’ fall to the fifth round. They also talk about the Commanders’ new stadium deal and the NCAA’s new partnership with Genius Sports.
30 min
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50 Highest Paid Athletes Ever / NFL Draft Preview
Scott and Eben discuss Sportico’s high-paid athletes of all time, a top 50 that covers eight sports and 16 countries. They also debate the Savannah Bananas and the upcoming NFL Draft in Green Bay.
27 min
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The ‘Matriarch of Utah’ Returns, Plus Trump vs....
Scott and Eben speak about Gail Miller’s return to big-time sports ownership in Utah with her purchase of the Utah Royals and Real Salt Lake. They also talk about a new sports PE fund, and Trump vs. Harvard.
26 min
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What the Hell is Going on In College Sports?
Eben chats with Sportico’s Daniel Libit about the rapid changes underway in college sports, including a series of high-profile lawsuits and looming revenue sharing. They also talk about what it all means for fans, the status of athlete activism, and why 2030-2032 may actually be the critical window of reform.
33 min
64
PGA vs. LIV Undertones Abound as Rory Wins Masters
Scott and Eben talk about Rory McIlroy’s win at The Masters, and the many business stories that spun off it. They also talk about Nico Iamaleava, Paige Bueckers and Western Michigan hockey.
30 min
65
Tariff Whiplash, Plus the World’s Highest Paid ...
Scott and Eben discuss a crazy few days in the global economy, with markets crashing and dire words from Republican donors like Ken Griffin, followed by a Trump announcement that sent stock surging. They also talk about the world’s highest-paid golfers on the eve of the Masters, and two senators asking the DOJ to probe a new partnership between Fanatics and Ticketmaster.
25 min
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Ovechkin Breaks Goal Record / Tariffs Rock Sports
Scott and Eben talk about Alex Ovechkin breaking Wayne Gretzky’s all-time NHL scoring. They also talk about the sports implications of President Trump’s global trade war, the NCAA basketball tournaments, and The Masters.
28 min
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The Truth About Torpedo Bats / Timberwolves Sal...
Scott and Eben talk about the ‘torpedo bats’ that have taken the internet—and MLB—by storm. They also chat about a major update in the Minnesota Timberwolves sale, a potential sale in MLS/NWSL, and the latest in the Ovi goal chase.
32 min
68
NBA Europe?!? w/ Unofficial Partner Host Richar...
Scott and Eben speak with Richard Gillis, host of the Unofficial Partner podcast, about the NBA considering its own league in Europe. They break down the what, the why and the how, and discuss some potential hurdles to the project.
30 min
69
MLB Valuations Recap on Opening Day
Scott and Eben speak with Sportico valuations expert Kurt Badenhausen about his latest MLB numbers, the business of baseball, and what might be in store with the sport's looming labor battle.
34 min
70
NCAA Tournament Update: All March, No Madness
Scott and Eben discuss the first two rounds of the NCAA tournament, which were light on upsets or drama. They also talk about a surprising Celtics sale, and the death of a sports business icon.
27 min
71
Galatioto: “My Golden Retriever Could Run an NF...
Scott and Eben speak with banker Sal Galatioto about his thirty years of sports dealmaking, including surging valuations, notable transactions, and why he thinks MLB teams are undervalued.
33 min
72
A March Madness Business Preview
Scott and Eben break down the business of March Madness, including controversy involving UNC, the NCAA’s legal struggles, and the lack of star power on the men’s side. They also talk MLB in Japan and the Bengals’ spending spree.
27 min
73
Live from SXSW: Breaking Celtics Sale News
Scott and Eben are joined by Eric Jackson for a live taping at SXSW in Austin. They talk about Eminem the WNBA owner, the groups vying for the Celtics, and other musings from their time in Texas.
30 min
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Fanatics x Ticketmaster / Ovi the Collectibles ...
Scott and Eben discuss Fanatics’ long-expected move into ticketing, via a partnership with Ticketmaster. They also talk about Alex Ovechkin’s memorabilia haul, the Yankees’ record 2023 ticket revenue, and WNBA labor omens.
26 min
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How the NHL Is Confronting Fraught USA-Canada R...
Scott and Eben talk about how the NHL is navigating fraught economic and political tensions between the U.S. and Canada. They also discuss a notable legal settlement in college sports, a World Cup halftime change, and Adidas finally ridding itself of Yeezy product.
28 min