Sporticast
Sportico
'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
Episodes
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Jul 26, 2022 • 35min
An NFL+ Breakdown / Wall Street Reaction to WWE Shakeup
Scott and Eben discuss the formal launch of NFL+, a streaming service that will please some football fans and be irrelevant to others. They also talk Green Bay Packers finances, WWE’s shakeup, and an interesting trademark battle with vast consequences. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Jul 21, 2022 • 33min
J-Rod’s Home Run Derby Breakout, Raiders Ticket Bonanza
Scott and Eben discuss Julio Rodriguez’s star turn at the MLB Home Run Derby, plus the NFL’s most successful ticket sellers, and a major milestone for esports. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Jul 19, 2022 • 31min
NFL Earned Record $11 Billion in Shared Revenue, ESPN+ Price Jumps
Scott and Eben break down the latest insight into the NFL’s multi-billion dollar empire. They also discuss the looming ESPN+ price hike, and Juan Soto turning down a $440 million contract. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Jul 14, 2022 • 29min
Fanatics and Nike Draw Closer / Apple’s MLS Strategy
Scott and Eben discuss a new partnership between Fanatics and Nike in college sports. They also discuss Apple’s live sports strategy, the LIV Golf latest, and the NBA’s decision to fund payments for ABA players. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Jul 12, 2022 • 28min
Condoleezza Rice Joins Broncos Ownership / UEFA Rights Shootout
Scott and Jacob Feldman discuss why the former secretary of state would want to become a limited partner in Denver, and what it might mean for her future in sports (is she still eyeing a commissioner gig?). They also discuss the wide field expected to bid record amounts for Champions League media rights, YES Network’s app experimentation, and Dan Snyder’s ongoing battle with Congress. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Jul 7, 2022 • 30min
The Next College Football Domino Falls / The Future of Player Data
Scott and Jacob Feldman discuss USC and UCLA’s move to the Big 10, and who could join next. They also discuss the NFLPA’s biometric data play; ownership updates for the Warriors, Trail Blazers, and Seahawks; a PR debacle in Dallas; and the strange case of the peanut pitcher put on pause. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Jul 5, 2022 • 35min
‘Where’s Moose Jaw?’ 30 Years of Team Sales with Sal Galatioto
Scott and Eben are joined by long-time sports banker Sal Galatioto to discuss his career, which includes dozens of team transactions in every major U.S. sport. Galatioto tells stories about some of the sports world’s biggest investors, including George Steinbrenner, Dan Snyder, and Tom Ricketts. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Jun 30, 2022 • 32min
Deshaun Watson Awaits NFL Punishment, NBA Channels Pokemon
Scott and Eben discuss the latest in the ongoing Deshaun Watson saga. They also talk about a new NBA video game, and the first year of the NIL Era. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Jun 28, 2022 • 31min
Stan Kroenke’s Year of Titles / F1 Stays on ESPN
Scott and Eben discuss Stan Kroenke’s historic few months, becoming the first owner to win both a Super Bowl (Rams) and another major U.S. title (Avalanche) in the same year. They also discuss ESPN extending F1, Roger Goodell’s day in Washington, and the sale of Deltatre. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Jun 23, 2022 • 30min
What the ‘Bear Market’ Means For Sports Teams and Fans
Eben is joined by Sportico colleague Jacob Feldman to discuss how the recent economic downturn affect sports owners, teams and fans. They also talk about changes in digital media, and a weird F1 anomaly. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
