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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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
177
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
178
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
179
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
180
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
181
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
182
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
183
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
184
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
185
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
186
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
187
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
188
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
189
Manchester United Sale Update, Plus MLS Season ...
Scott and Eben discuss the latest in the ManU sale. They also talk MLS season kickoff, Pac-12 media rights, an arbitration fight in Milwaukee, and Ryan Reynolds’s pursuit of the Ottawa Senators.
32 min
190
Is Mac McClung the Future of Every All-Star Wee...
Scott and Eben discuss YouTube mixtape sensation Mac McClung's Slam Dunk Contest win, and what it means for All-Star struggles at every league.
30 min
191
XFL President Russ Brandon Talks League Reboot,...
Scott and Eben speak with XFL president Russ Brandon about the upcoming reboot, and his desire to be a "league of innovation, not of gimmicks."
31 min
192
Chiefs Win Super Bowl, ManU Bidders Prep Offers
Scott and Eben discuss the Super Bowl, the ads, and a streaming victory for Fox Sports. They also talk about the ManU sale, the Haslams’ NBA interest, and another fund looking to buy up equity franchise stakes.
27 min
193
Bull Riding, Real Estate, and Menacing Water wi...
Scott and Eben speak with Los Angeles Chargers RB Austin Ekeler about his off-field businesses, including real estate holdings, venture investments, and the launch of Eksperience, an app to help connect fans with athletes.
31 min
194
Super Bowl Biz Breakdown / Man City Penalties
Scott and Eben discuss the NFL’s booming business as it enters its most important week of the year. They also talk about what Manchester City’s potential punishment means for European soccer, and why right-handed defenseman are paid more in the NHL.
29 min
195
Tom Brady Retires “For Good”… For Now
Scott and Eben discuss Tom Brady’s most recent retirement, and what it means for Brady’s future with Fox Sports. They also talk about NWSL expansion, and the electrolyte battle between Coke’s Body Armour and Pepsi’s Gatorade.
28 min
196
In the Arms of an Angel, Chiefs & Eagles Reach ...
Scott and Eben discuss the Super Bowl showdown between the Philadelphia Eagles and Kansas City Chiefs. They also talk about Jim Dolan’s recent FOX 5 interview, FaZe Clan shoes, and how Sarah McLachlan’s “Angel” fits into the Super Bowl.
27 min
197
Angels off the Market / Premier League Valuations
Scott and Eben discuss Los Angeles Angels owner Arte Moreno pulling the MLB team off the market. They also discuss Sportico’s Premier League valuations, eye-popping numbers for women’s cricket in India, and Sapphire Sport’s latest funding round.
27 min
198
Playoff Games in Cold Places / Supermarket Battle
Scott and Eben discuss the latest with the NFL playoffs, including the financial motivations behind a possible shift to neutral-site conference title games. They also talk about licensed consumer products, and the unique sale of the Portland Thorns.
28 min
199
Big League Meets Little League / Messi vs. Ronaldo
Scott and Eben discuss a major business tie-up in youth baseball, where David Blitzer and Josh Harris are buying a second little league platform and merging the two. They also chat SRX Racing, and Messi vs. Ronaldo in Saudi Arabia.
28 min
200
NFL Playoffs Youth Movement / Tennis Hits Netflix
Scott and Eben discuss the opening round of the NFL playoffs, as young quarterbacks seize the spotlight. They also talk about Netflix's new tennis series, Kevin Warren's new job, and the WWE latest.
29 min