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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Bronny James NBA Draft Game Theory
Scott and Eben discuss the upcoming NBA Draft, specifically how teams are evaluating Bronny James, who has potential off-court value in addition to his on-court skills. They also talk about the Florida Panthers winning the Stanley Cup, the start of the Fanatics/NHL jersey era, and Alex Morgan being left off the U.S. Olympic team.
35 min
152
The Money Behind the Summer of Soccer w/ MLS Ex...
Scott and Eben speak with Camilo Durana, executive vice president of both MLS and SUM, about Major League Soccer’s attendance growth, the overlap of the Euros and Copa America, and the impact of Lionel Messi.
33 min
153
Inaugural WNBA Valuations Breakdown w/ Kurt Bad...
Inaugural WNBA Valuations Breakdown w/ Kurt Badenhausen Scott and Eben speak with Sportico colleague Kurt Badenhausen about his inaugural WNBA valuations. They range from the Las Vegas Aces at $140 million to the Atlanta Dream at $55 million. The average team is worth about $96 million.
39 min
154
Bryson DeChambeau Has Finally Won Over Golf Fan...
Scott and Eben discuss U.S. Open champion Bryson DeChambeau, who has overcome a rough public image to capture golf fans and golf media. They also talk about a new TGL investor, the ongoing NBA/NHL finals, Tom Brady’s broadcast debut, and Charles Barkley’s “retirement” announcement.
28 min
155
Chestnut Banned! Major Beef in Competitive Eating
Scott and Eben break down a sports business scandal in competitive eating, with Joey Chestnut, the sport’s biggest star, banned from the July 4 Nathan’s hot dog competition. They also talk about NBA players as investors, the Kelce brothers, and the ongoing MaxPreps sale.
29 min
156
Fan Reports From Yankee Stadium and the Cricket...
Scott and Eben breakdown weekend trips to Yankee Stadium for Yankees vs. Dodgers, and the T20 Cricket World Cup for India vs. Pakistan. They also talk about Kyrie Irving’s unique shoes, a possible U.S. investment in Portuguese soccer club Benfica, and a website acquisition that’s turning heads around the NHL.
35 min
157
Pro Athletes Keep Betting / A Rational Caitlin ...
Scott and Eben discuss more betting scandals in pro sports, with MLB and NBA confronting new news about athletes violating their anti-gambling rules. They also talk, rationally, about Caitlin Clark, Angel Reese and the WNBA’s current media reckoning. They also speak briefly about Man City’s Premier League lawsuit and Carmelo Anthony’s unique NBL deal.
27 min
158
Connor McDavid Reaches Stanley Cup / Kylian Mba...
Scott and Eben discuss Connor McDavid, the NHL’s most talented player, finally playing in his first Stanley Cup Final. They also talk about soccer star Kylian Mbappé moving to Real Madrid, the U.S. Government’s Ticketmaster lawsuit, and a new 3x3 women’s basketball league.
32 min
159
Inside The Edmonton Oilers’ Real Estate Empire
Scott and Eben discuss the Edmonton Oilers’ real estate empire, which includes one of the largest sports and entertainment developments in North America. They also talk NBA playoffs and the marketing stardom of MLB rookie Paul Skenes
34 min
160
Cricket World Cup Is Coming To America
Scott and Eben speak with Brett Jones, CEO of the U.S. host committee for upcoming T20 Cricket Men’s World Cup, about the event, its venue/city strategy, and the commercial powerhouse that is India vs. Pakistan.
34 min
161
Private Equity Comes for College Sports / NFL S...
Scott and Eben discuss the latest in college sports, with the backers of a new investment vehicle announcing its plans to deploy hundreds of millions into athletic departments. They also talk about the NFL’s own PE efforts, and Angel Reese’s latest investment.
29 min
162
NBA Playoffs Highlight Strange Ownership Groups...
Scott and Eben speak about the bizarre ownership situations at both the Dallas Mavericks and Minnesota Timberwolves as the two teams face off in the NBA’s Western Conference Finals. They also talk about the WNBA investigating a new sponsorship for the Las Vegas Aces, the NCAA’s strange anti-trust settlement talks, and the Yankees’ ticket dominance.
36 min
163
NFL Taking Over Christmas / Caitlin Clark’s WNB...
Scott and Eben discuss the NFL’s schedule release and its new Netflix deal to stream games on Christmas. They also talk about Caitlin Clark’s WNBA debut and a conundrum about the NBA’s new media deals.
30 min
164
Paul Rabil Talks Media Upheaval, Pro Lacrosse, ...
Scott and Eben speak with former lacrosse star Paul Rabil, co-founder of the Premier Lacrosse League, about the rapid changes in sports media, entrepreneurship, professional lacrosse, and the business opportunities in sports media.
43 min
165
Sports Business Stats That Will Surprise You (W...
37 min
166
How Third-Party Consultants Became Critical To ...
35 min
167
The NBA TV Deals Are Close. Is A Premier League...
35 min
168
Ryan Reynolds, Rob McElhenney Expand Soccer Por...
36 min
169
NFL Draft Shows Evolution of the League, Rookie...
32 min
170
NHL, NBA Playoffs Start As Viewership, Attendan...
28 min
171
Goodbye Coyotes, Plus Caitlin Clark’s Jersey De...
34 min
172
Inside the Business of America’s Dominant Olymp...
31 min
173
UConn’s Curious Business Case / Masters Preview
31 min
174
NCAA Women’s Basketball Is Blowing Up. What’s N...
33 min
175
Women’s March Madness Goes Off / Endeavor Goes ...
30 min