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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Suns Bidding Heats Up / World Cup Semifinals
Scott and Eben discuss the bidding on the Phoenix Suns, which is entering the second round. They also talk about NBA valuations, the World Cup, and the latest Dan Snyder revelations.
27 min
152
All Rise! Aaron Judge Stays With Yankees for $3...
Scott and Eben discuss Aaron Judge’s new nine-year, $360 million contract with the New York Yankees. They also talk about Derek Jeter’s latest venture, and a new $31 billion valuation for Fanatics.
25 min
153
RSN, WTF? What’s Happening With the Sinclair Re...
Scott and Eben speak with sports media consultant Lee Berke about the recent shakeup at Sinclair’s RSN empire, and what it means for the billion-dollar enterprise. They also talk NBA investments, NFL media, and NWSL sales.
32 min
154
Billionaire Buys Into Capitals, Wizards / USWNT...
Scott and Eben discuss Jeff Skoll’s investment into Monumental Sports & Entertainment, the parent of the Capitals and Wizards. They also talk World Cup, NFL licensing, and layoffs at Candy Digital.
30 min
155
Fox Posts Big Thanksgiving Ratings / NFL Player...
Scott and Eben discuss a big weekend for Fox Sports, with large viewership across NFL, NCAA and World Cup games. They also talk about the U.S. team in Qatar, and an NFL player’s big hat.
26 min
156
ManU, Too! Plus Fox Sports’ Historic TV Weekend
Scott and Eben discuss the latest at Manchester United, yet another major sports team exploring a sale. They also talk World Cup, Bob Iger, and Fox’s historic Thanksgiving weekend TV slate.
28 min
157
U.S. Opens World Cup Amid Pressure of Entire Am...
Scott and Eben discuss the start of the World Cup, and what’s at stake for the American soccer business as Team USA returns to the event. They also talk about Bob Iger’s return to Disney, and the red hot New Jersey Devils.
28 min
158
World Cup Billions, NYCFC’s Stadium, and Introd...
Scott and Eben discuss the billions spent on the upcoming World Cup, and NYCFC finally landing a stadium site. They also introduce the next Sportico podcast—La Previa—a Spanish-language sports business show hosted by LaLiga North America CEO Boris Gartner and Sportico reporter Asli Pelit.
32 min
159
FTX Crypto Crash Hits Million-Dollar Sports Spo...
Scott and Eben discuss the rapid collapse of FTX’s cryptocurrency empire, and how it affects the company’s sports partners. They also talk about the legal fight between Fubo Gaming and the New York Jets.
28 min
160
Moving Beyond Tickets with SeatGeek CEO Jack Gr...
Scott and Eben speak with SeatGeek cofounder and CEO Jack Groetzinger about the company’s dramatic last few months, including a $1 billion valuation, new commercial partnerships, and technology beyond ticketing.
32 min
161
Liverpool Too!? English Soccer Giant Another Te...
Scott and Eben discuss the potential sale of Liverpool FC, the latest multibillion-dollar sports team to hit the market. They also discuss the NBA’s new private equity plan, and how to interpret DraftKings’ latest financials.
27 min
162
What Dan Snyder’s Commanders Sale Bombshell Means
Scott and Eben discuss Dan Snyder’s decision to hire a bank to explore a sale of the Washington Commanders – what we know and what we don’t regarding a major NFL development. They also talk about the pending sale of the Ottawa Senators.
30 min
163
Big 12 Jumps Pac-12 in $2.3 Billion Deal / NHL ...
Scott and Eben discuss the Big 12’s new TV deal, and what it means in the rapidly-changing world of college sports. They also talk about NHL valuations, NWSL expansion, and the XFL’s reboot.
29 min
164
ESPN vs. Apple, NFTs and The Future of Sports M...
Eben is joined by Sportico reporter Jacob Feldman to discuss the many different ways fans (primarily young ones) are consuming sports. They touch on streaming services, NFTs, and fantasy football.
32 min
165
World Series Showdown Set / F1 to Remain on ESPN
Scott and Eben discuss the looming World Series matchup between the Philadelphia Phillies and Houston Astros. They also chat F1/ESPN, and major new investments into professional pickleball.
25 min
166
NFL Ownership Drama / Fubo Sportsbook Folds
Scott and Eben discuss drama at NFL ownership meetings, including the first owner to call for Dan Snyder's ouster. They also touch on Steve Ballmer's new streaming service, and a sportsbook going out of business.
29 min
167
“Arbitrage on Sexism”: NWSL Owners Discuss Inve...
Scott and Eben speak with two NWSL owners, Kara Nortman (Angel City FC) and Angie Long (Kansas City Current), about the league’s rapid business growth, the unfortunate revelations of the past few weeks, and how to approach investment in professional women’s soccer.
39 min
168
Athletes Find Business Leverage / NFL Police Re...
Scott and Eben discuss the shifting dynamics between players and leagues, as technology and data rights become more valuable parts of sports business. They also talk about a pair of police reports filed this week against NFL players.
30 min
169
The Curious Case of Rokit’s Sports Deals / NHL ...
Scott and Eben discuss a company called Rokit, which signed $100+ million worth of sports deals in 2018-2019 and failed to finish paying any of them. They also talk NHL and NFL latest.
29 min
170
All Rise! Judge’s 62nd Homer is a Milestone For...
Scott and Eben discuss Aaron Judge’s historic 62nd home run, and what it means for sports media, memorabilia, and Judge’s next contract. They also talk about the growing NWSL abuse scandal, the Suns sale, and early returns from Amazon’s exclusive NFL games.
27 min
171
Systemic Abuse in Women’s Soccer / NFL’s Concus...
Scott and Eben discuss the ugly details laid out in a year-long investigation of abuse allegations within U.S. Soccer and NWSL. They also talk about Shohei Ohtani’s new contract, and Tua Tagovailoa’s concussions.
29 min
172
MLS Valuations Soar, Led by $900 Million LAFC
Scott and Eben are joined by Sportico’s Kurt Badenhausen to discuss his latest MLS valuations. The average MLS club is now worth $582 million, with LAFC topping $900 million. The trio breaks down the eye-popping numbers.
32 min
173
NFL Revamps Super Bowl Halftime Show, And Pro Bowl
Scott and Eben discuss the latest from the NFL, which has a new sponsor for the Super Bowl halftime show and an a-list headliner for February’s game. It is also rethinking the Pro Bowl.
27 min
174
Sarver Selling Suns / NBA Mulling More Competit...
Scott and Eben discuss Robert Sarver’s decision to sell the Suns and Mercury amid public pressure. They also talk about executive compensation in sports, and what the NBA is mulling to boost it.
24 min
175
MLB Goes International as Judge, Pujols Near Ho...
Scott and Eben discuss Major League Baseball’s international strategy, plus the year-end drama involving Aaron Judge, Albert Pujols and Shohei Ohtani. They also discuss the world’s highest paid soccer players.
27 min