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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Future of Sports Media with Scripps Sports Prez...
Scott and Eben speak with Scripps Sports president Brian Lawlor about the struggling RSN model and the opportunities for local free TV networks to retake rights.
33 min
102
Commanders Sale, Senators Sale, MLS Expansion A...
Scott and Eben discuss the latest in the sale of the Commanders, the sale of the Ottawa Senators, and MLS expansion to San Diego. They also talk about the Fanatics/Pointsbet deal.
29 min
103
How Jordan’s Dream Team Jacket Became a Million...
Scott and Eben speak with long-time NBA executive Brian McIntyre about a piece of sports business memorabilia involving Michel Jordan, which he’s had in his possession for 30 years and is finally selling.
30 min
104
Blackhawks Hit Lottery Jackpot, NFL Schedule Mania
Scott and Eben discuss the NHL draft lottery, in which the Chicago Blackhawks landed the rights to draft phenom Connor Bedard. They also talk about the NFL’s schedule release and the latest in the Suns’ TV legal fight.
26 min
105
F1 Takes Over Miami, Penn/Barstool Beef
Scott and Eben discuss F1’s Miami Grand Prix this past weekend. They also talk about the Kentucky Derby, Bronny James, and the latest hiccup in the Penn/Barstool partnership.
29 min
106
Overtime CEO Dan Porter Talks Sports Leagues, M...
Scott and Eben speak with Dan Porter, CEO of Overtime, about the company’s origins, the changing nature of sports fandom, and Overtime’s pivot to launching its own basketball, football and boxing leagues.
32 min
107
Bruins Exit Playoffs, Suns Exit Cable Television
Scott and Eben discuss the Boston Bruins’ shocking exit from the first round of the NHL playoffs. They also talk about the Phoenix Suns’ new media approach, and lifetime apparel deals for NBA stars Kevin Durant (Nike) and Steph Curry (Under Armour).
30 min
108
ONE Championship Eyes U.S. Market, with Founder...
Scott and Eben speak with ONE Championship founder and CEO Chatri Sityodtong about the mixed martial arts company’s global business, its relationship with Qatar, and its upcoming U.S. debut.
30 min
109
The Las Vegas Athletics? / ESPN Layoffs Begin
Scott and Eben discuss the latest news, including the Oakland Athletics possibly moving to Las Vegas. They also talk about ESPN layoffs, NFL betting suspensions, and Wrexham’s Hollywood promotion.
30 min
110
NBA Players to Invest in NBA Teams / Record NFL...
Scott and Eben discuss NBA players gaining the ability to invest in NBA teams. They also talk about the internet famous Cavinder twins leaving the NCAA, and Jalen Hurts’ record $255 million contract.
26 min
111
Commanders Sale Draws Closer, Netflix Streaming...
Scott and Eben discuss the latest in the sale of the Washington Commanders, with Josh Harris’s group inching closer to a deal. They also take a sports angle to Netflix’s big “Love is Blind” streaming miss.
27 min
112
Josh Harris Inches Closer to Commanders, ManU D...
Scott and Eben discuss the latest in the Washington Commanders sale, as Josh Harris’s group inches closer to a deal. They also talk about the Manchester United sale, and the upcoming NHL/NBA playoffs.
25 min
113
NWSL Commissioner Jessica Berman Talks Record E...
Scott and Eben speak with NWSL commissioner Jessica Berman about the women’s soccer league’s new record expansion sale, the growth of women’s sports, and the increase of private equity ownership across U.S. leagues.
34 min
114
MJ Ends Long-Time Brief Sponsorship, Snoop FaZe...
Scott and Eben discuss Michael Jordan’s quiet separation from Hanes brand, a sponsor of his for 30+ years. They also talk about Snoop Dogg’s exit from FaZe Clan, NWSL expansion, and the completed NCAA basketball tournaments.
32 min
115
UFC, WWE Combine To Form $21.4 Billion Combat G...
Scott and Eben discuss the business combination of WWE and UFC into a new, publicly traded company. They also talk NBA CBA, and NCAA Final Four.
26 min
116
Play Ball! An Opening Day Baseball Podcast
Scott and Eben discuss the latest with Major League Baseball, whose season starts Thursday. They also talk about a potential sale of IMG Academy, and a new NFL joint venture.
34 min
117
Inside a $100 Million Women’s Sports Investment...
Scott and Eben speak with Monarch Collective managing partners Kara Nortman and Jasmine Robinson about their new fund, which is aiming to raise $100 million to invest in women’s sports.
34 min
118
World Watches Baseball Classic / Commanders Sal...
Scott and Eben discuss a storybook ending to the World Baseball Classic. They also talk about the looming Commanders sale, Rick Pitino, and Fanatics grabbing NHL jerseys.
30 min
119
March Madness Upsets / WBC Leaves Fans Upset
Scott and Eben break down the first week of the NCAA basketball tournament, plus the debate over the World Baseball Classic and Michael Jordan possibly selling the Hornets.
34 min
120
MLB Valuations Show Strain of Bally Sports Bank...
Scott and Eben discuss Sportico’s most recent MLB valuations, and how the recent bankruptcy of the Bally Sports RSNs will impact the industry.
27 min
121
The Meteoric Rise of Pickleball, Live at SXSW
Scott and Eben speak with Major League Pickleball founder Steve Kuhn and chief commercial officer Bruce Bundrant about the sport’s rapid rise in participation, the sale of $3 million franchises, and MLP’s commercial future.
34 min
122
The Evolution of Women in Sports, With Bonnie B...
Scott and Eben are joined by journalist and entrepreneur Bonnie Bernstein on International Women’s Day to discuss women in sports, Title IX’s legacy, and Bernstein’s new podcast, She Got Game.
31 min
123
Could Disney Poach Adam Silver? Plus, Buying a ...
Scott and Eben discuss a recent report that Adam Silver is on a short list to replace Bob Iger at Disney. They also talk about the NHL trade deadline, and the $27,500 question surrounding a 53-year-old NCAA basketball record.
32 min
124
MSG+ a Glimpse into Sports Media Future / New N...
Scott and Eben discuss MSG+, the direct-to-consumer product coming from MSG Network, and what it says about the future of local sports broadcasts. They also talk about surprise comments from new NCAA president Charlie Baker, and the Dan Snyder latest.
33 min
125
Lasry Sells in Milwaukee / Fertitta Bids in Was...
Scott and Eben discuss Marc Lasry selling his stake in the Milwaukee Bucks to Dee and Jimmy Haslam at a $3.5 billion valuation. They also talk about the Commanders sale, and a new investor in the sports agency Athletes First.
26 min