Sports Pundit Podcast Network

On today’s episode of the Sports Pundit Finance Podcast, Vansa is joined by Tim Katt, National Director and Managing Partner of the Sports and Entertainment Practice at Transwestern.Tim brings a sharp perspective on how sports, real estate, and investment intersect, from structuring deals for high-net-worth individuals and institutional investors to developing large-scale, mixed-use districts anchored around sports facilities.He shares insights from his work with Overtime Elite and the creation of Overtime Arena, as well as his role in launching the Global Sports Venture Studio with the LA Dodgers.The conversation also outlines why real estate is becoming a strategic growth engine for sports organisations, touching on mixed-use development models, financing structures, and the next wave of innovative sports venues.Timestamps02:00 - Tim’s Journey from Overtime Elite to Transwestern05:00 - Lessons from Building Overtime Arena07:00 - The Future of Sports Facility Development13:00 - Funding and Financing Sports Projects28:00 - The Growth of New Sports Venues36:00 - Innovations in Stadiums and Arenas40:00 - Balancing Public and Private Investment43:00 -Misconceptions and Final ThoughtsAdditional LinksWNBA’s Sparks planning to build $150M practice facility - ESPNAbout The HostsVansa Chatikavanij is Co-Founder & Managing Partner at Present Ventures, an investment firm focused on emerging sports, media, and technology. She previously led strategy at Omise (“Stripe of Asia”) and co-founded OmiseGO Network, reaching a $1B+ market cap. Earlier in her career, she worked at the World Bank across 13 markets and has advised organisations including the World Economic Forum, GSIC powered by Microsoft, and Real Madrid NEXT Asia.Connect on LinkedInAbout Sports PunditSports Pundit is a community-driven platform for executives working in sport, built around content, events, and conversation. Through its weekly newsletter, social channels, WhatsApp groups, and podcast network, it connects industry leaders across the globe.At the heart of the platform is the Sports Pundit Podcast Network, a multi-show lineup created for sports executives, by sports executives. The network features six domain-specific podcasts spanning innovation, marketing, finance, performance, and media, alongside a conversational companion show, The Pitch. Together, they deliver insider perspectives that live up to Sports Pundit’s mission to be “The Voice of the Sports Industry.”Produced by OH SIXThe Sports Pundit Podcast is proudly produced by OH SIX, a content marketing agency specialising in producing digital and social-first content that connects. Trusted by Premier League clubs, F1 teams, and top brands, OH SIX deliver premium content end-to-end, from ideation, working with talent during production and platform specific content to reach audiences on screen.

On today’s episode of the Sports Pundit Innovation Podcast, Leanne is joined by Omer Atesmen, CEO of The Snow League, an emerging global sports property reimagining the future of snow sports.Omer shares his fascinating journey from Istanbul to California, spanning careers in engineering, business, and ad tech before turning his focus to building one of the most ambitious ventures in winter sport. In this conversation, Leanne and Omer explore the origins and vision behind The Snow League, which aims to unify snow sports through an entertainment-driven, globally connected league model. They discuss the operational challenges of launching a new sports property, the role of innovative partnerships, and Omer’s long-term goals around sustainability, athlete development, and global expansion (including the League’s upcoming event in China happening from the 4-6th December). Timestamps02:00 - Omer’s Background and Journey05:00 - Founding The Snow League22:00 - Building a Sustainable Business Model26:00 - Media Rights and Distribution Strategy34:00 - Challenges and Opportunities in China42:00 - Future Vision for The Snow LeagueAdditional LinksThe Snow League Raises $15 Million to Accelerate Global ExpansionAbout The HostsLeanne Bats is a future of sports architect, blending creativity, technology, fandom, and purpose to shape the industry’s evolution. Having led Innovation at New Zealand Rugby, pioneering emerging technologies to deepen connections with the iconic teams in black and she is now drives transformative initiatives as Head of Digital & Innovation at Sport Waikato. She also authors the newsletter OuterSport, a commentary on the future of sport. Connect on LinkedInAndy Marston is the founder of Sports Pundit, a community and media platform for sports and technology executives. Through a weekly newsletter, podcast network, lively group chat, and regular social events, he shares industry analysis and connects leaders across the sector. Alongside Sports Pundit, Andy leads Corporate Venture at athlete-backed venture firm, The Players Fund, where he works with high-profile sports IP such as Como 1907 to design venture strategies and drive innovation initiatives. Connect on LinkedInAbout Sports PunditSports Pundit is a community-driven platform for executives working in sport, built around content, events, and conversation. Through its weekly newsletter, social channels, WhatsApp groups, and podcast network, it connects industry leaders across the globe.At the heart of the platform is the Sports Pundit Podcast Network, a multi-show lineup created for sports executives, by sports executives. The network features six domain-specific podcasts spanning innovation, marketing, finance, performance, and media, alongside a conversational companion show, The Pitch. Together, they deliver insider perspectives that live up to Sports Pundit’s mission to be “The Voice of the Sports Industry.”Produced by OH SIXThe Sports Pundit Podcast is proudly produced by OH SIX, a content marketing agency specialising in producing digital and social-first content that connects. Trusted by Premier League clubs, F1 teams, and top brands, OH SIX deliver premium content end-to-end, from ideation, working with talent during production and platform specific content to reach audiences on screen.

On today’s episode of The Pitch, Andy and Drew unpack the rise of alternate broadcasts and explore how the Women’s Super League (WSL) could pioneer a fresh, fan-first scheduling model.They explore how personality-driven storytelling is reshaping sports coverage and debate whether niche creators can drive deeper engagement than major influencers like Mark Goldbridge. The conversation also questions how sports media can strike the right balance between personalised content and the shared “watercooler” moments that unite fans.The duo also brainstorms bold ideas for the WSL, suggesting it moves to a tour-based competition model with festival-style activations, tapping into the momentum around international women’s football and the Lionesses while tackling challenges around attendance, infrastructure, and visibility of women’s club football.Timestamps01:00 – The rise of alternate broadcasts and why fans crave choice10:00 – The fight between personalised feeds and collective moments19:30 – A tour-based model for the WSL: what it could look like30:00 – Building identities around players, not postcodesThe Pitch is the conversational show from the Sports Pundit Podcast Network, hosted by Andy Marston and Drew Rauso.It’s a play on words, with each host bringing an idea, theme, or provocation that they pitch to the other. Together they react, debate, and explore what’s really happening across the sports industry, from shifting media models to the next wave of innovation.Each episode mixes perspective with practicality, with occasional appearances from other Sports Pundit hosts from across the Network.About The HostsDrew Rauso is a versatile media operator with a proven track record of building and scaling sports media ventures at the intersection of content, commerce, and creator strategy. He currently leads Brand, Strategy, and Operations at Playmaker HQ, a leading sports podcast network owned by Better Collective, home to shows featuring Shaquille O’Neal, Angel Reese, and Marshawn Lynch. Previously at The Players’ Tribune, Drew has been instrumental in shaping athlete-driven media, overseeing partnerships, production, and growth initiatives that connect fans and talent in meaningful ways. Connect on LinkedInAndy Marston is the founder of Sports Pundit, a community and media platform for sports and technology executives. Through a weekly newsletter, podcast network, lively group chat, and regular social events, he shares industry analysis and connects leaders across the sector. Alongside Sports Pundit, Andy leads Corporate Venture at athlete-backed venture firm, The Players Fund, where he works with high-profile sports IP such as Como 1907 to design venture strategies and drive innovation initiatives. Connect on LinkedInAbout Sports PunditSports Pundit is a community-driven platform for executives working in sport, built around content, events, and conversation. Through its weekly newsletter, social channels, WhatsApp groups, and podcast network, it connects industry leaders across the globe.At the heart of the platform is the Sports Pundit Podcast Network, a multi-show lineup created for sports executives, by sports executives. The network features six domain-specific podcasts spanning innovation, marketing, finance, performance, and media, alongside a conversational companion show, The Pitch. Together, they deliver insider perspectives that live up to Sports Pundit’s mission to be “The Voice of the Sports Industry.”Produced by OH SIXThe Sports Pundit Podcast is proudly produced by OH SIX, a content marketing agency specialising in producing digital and social-first content that connects. Trusted by Premier League clubs, F1 teams, and top brands, OH SIX deliver premium content end-to-end, from ideation, working with talent during production and platform specific content to reach audiences on screen.

Alice Ma, co-founder and CEO of Mad Realities and a Forbes 30 Under 30 honoree, delves into the intersection of entertainment and sports. She shares insights from founding ConstitutionDAO and creating audience-driven formats that resonate with Gen Z. Alice highlights lessons from K-Pop fandoms, suggesting sports teams should embrace fan engagement like K-Pop groups. The discussion also covers the rise of TikTok-style algorithms and the future of storytelling, emphasizing the value of authentic, human-crafted content in a crowded media landscape.

Join Evan Roosevelt and Matthew Erley, co-founders of Old Tom Capital, as they unpack the evolving landscape of golf investments. Evan shares insights on building the Random Golf Club community, while Matthew highlights his experience scaling startups like Drizly. They discuss the rise of the 'golf curious' consumer and the importance of adaptable formats like par-3s. The duo explores global perspectives on golf, digital experiences, and innovative leagues that could reshape the sport's future, offering a unique operator-investor viewpoint.

Charlie Copsey, Founder and CEO of Underground Fan Club, shares her journey from BBC producer to creating experiential events that foster genuine fan connections. She discusses the inspiration behind her brand, emphasizing the need for authentic talent interactions. Charlie outlines her unique approach to sports marketing, focusing on storytelling and community engagement. She also highlights the significance of micro-influencers over follower counts. With ambitious plans for international expansion, Charlie encourages brands to prioritize relationship-building and understand talent deeply.

Ali Russell, Managing Director of Extreme H and veteran in sustainable motorsport, shares his journey from football to the thrilling world of racing. He dives into the innovative shift from electric to hydrogen-powered racing, emphasizing its potential to redefine sustainability. With insights on creating a mixed-gender racing format and the challenges behind founding Extreme E, Ali highlights the importance of using motorsport to raise climate awareness. His vision for Extreme H's World Cup format promises an exciting future for eco-friendly racing.

On today’s episode, Rich and Andy are joined by Tim Foster MBE, an Olympic champion who has successfully transitioned into leadership and education coaching within the business of sports.Now Head of Performance for the League Managers Association (LMA), Foster provides mentoring, advice, learning, development programmes, workshops, webinars, and all areas of support relevant to football managers, their wellbeing, career, professional and personal development.The discussion explores Foster’s journey of high performance, from his early days as an elite athlete to his gold medal win at the 2000 Sydney Olympics. Tim delves into the mental and physical challenges of competing at the highest level, the importance of teamwork, and how those experiences have shaped his approach to coaching and leadership in the business of sports.Timestamps03:00 – Tim’s Early Rowing Career and Olympic Journey7:00 - Talent Identification and Evolution in Rowing17:00 Setting Goals and Maintaining Drive23:00 Reflecting on Transitioning from Athlete to Coach32:00 Working with Elite Football Managers36:00 - Cross Sport Learning and LeadershipAdditional LinksNo Stats All Star - New York Times ArticleGold Fever Full (2000) - BBC DocumentaryAbout The HostRich Buchanan is a human performance consultant with extensive experience at the highest levels of sport, including roles as Performance Director at Swansea City FC in the Premier League and consultant for DC United in Major League Soccer.With a background spanning coaching, physiotherapy, and strength and conditioning, Rich specialises in building multi-disciplinary teams that deliver resilient, high-performing support systems. Passionate about holistic performance, Rich is committed to evolving best practices and helping organisations sustain long-term success.Connect on LinkedInAbout Sports PunditSports Pundit is a community-driven platform for executives working in sport, built around content, events, and conversation. Through its weekly newsletter, social channels, WhatsApp groups, and podcast network, it connects industry leaders across the globe.At the heart of the platform is the Sports Pundit Podcast Network, a multi-show lineup created for sports executives, by sports executives. The network features six domain-specific podcasts spanning innovation, marketing, finance, performance, and media, alongside a conversational companion show, The Pitch. Together, they deliver insider perspectives that live up to Sports Pundit’s mission to be “The Voice of the Sports Industry.”Produced by OH SIXThe Sports Pundit Podcast is proudly produced by OH SIX, a content marketing agency specialising in producing digital and social-first content that connects. Trusted by Premier League clubs, F1 teams, and top brands, OH SIX deliver premium content end-to-end, from ideation, working with talent during production and platform specific content to reach audiences on screen.

Manny Brown, a veteran football content creator and founder of Under the Radar FC, shares insights on crafting gripping stories that resonate beyond mainstream media. He discusses the birth of his Sunday-league project and how it creates a loyal community around grassroots football. Manny highlights the challenges of being a creator, balancing personal life while managing an engaged audience. He also explores innovative formats that connect younger fans and the importance of humanizing athletes for a more relatable sports experience.

In the inaugural episode of The Pitch Podcast, Andy and Drew discuss the concept of creating this new show which is centered around ideas and innovations across the sports industry, as well as introducing the Sports Pundit Podcast Network. The conversation explores the idea of extending programming around sports events to create additional value, such as hosting conferences or tourism experiences. The discussion also delves into various opportunities for enhancing sports tourism and maximising the physical experience of attending sports events.Timestamps03:00 - The Evolution of the Sports Pundit Network06:00  - First Pitch: Formula One Business Summit and Expanding Sports Events with Additional Inventory15:00 - Sports as Tourism: Capturing Economic Value29:00 - Conclusion and Invitation for Listener ParticipationAboutVisit our website (sportspundit.co) to find previous episodes, dive into our newsletters, and connect with other execs both online via the WhatsApp Group and IRL via our social events.This episode was produced by OH SIX, specialists in sports and branded video content. They bring experience working with F1 teams, Premier League clubs, and some of the world’s top creators.