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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. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Eben speaks with Sportico colleague Lev Akabas about some sports business surprising stats, including how many sports teams out-draw the A’s, quirks in their annual soccer valuations, NFL sale prices, the tennis gender pay gap, and team Instagram followings. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Eben speaks with Sportico colleague Daniel Libit about the outsized presence of third-party consultants in college sports, and what that might mean for the future of the rapidly-changing business. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Scott and Eben discuss the NBA’s ongoing media rights negotiations—which appear to have settled on ESPN, Amazon, NBC and Turner/WBD. They also talk about why athletes and owners are flocking to liquor investments, an interesting Ed Orgeron lawsuit, and a potential seismic shift in the economics of European soccer. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Scott and Eben break down big news in international soccer: Celebrity Wrexham owners Ryan Reynolds and Rob McElhenney investing in Mexico’s Club Necaxa, and Necaxa’s owners buying into Wrexham. They also talk about the MLBPA sharply criticizing Nike for the new baseball uniforms, and Roger Goodell’s plans for a bigger NFL regular season. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Scott and Eben break down the business of the NFL Draft, which is this week in Detroit. They also talk about Andy Reid’s new $100 million contract, public money for public stadiums, and a surprising NHL jersey stat. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Scott and Eben discuss the start of the NHL and NBA playoffs. The NHL posted big viewership jumps this year, and the NBA is in the midst of negotiating its next round of media deals. They also talk about a new Shohei Ohtani sponsor. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Scott and Eben discuss the end of the Arizona Coyotes, at least for right now. They also talk about why Caitlin Clark mania won’t include jerseys for a few more months, Jontay Porter’s NBA ban, and more details about the proposed college football Super League. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Scott and Eben speak with Team USA CEO Sarah Hirshland about the run-up to the Paris Summer Games, the power of athlete stories, and what makes Team USA different from almost every other national team at the Olympics. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Scott and Eben discuss UConn’s back-to-back national titles, and what to make of a dominant basketball school in an era where football makes all the money. They also talk about the Masters, Auburn’s Under Armour deal, and a fun Yankees giveaway. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Scott and Eben discuss the commercial success of this NCAA women’s basketball tournament, and discuss what’s next for the WNBA and the NCAA. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Scott and Eben discuss the overwhelming commercial success of this year’s women’s NCAA basketball tournament—including a record 12.3 million viewers for an Elite Eight game—plus the NCAA hockey tournament and Endeavor going private in a $25 billion private equity deal. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Scott and Eben speak with Jeff Lewis, founder and CEO of the American Flag Football League, and Brian Michael Cooper, the AAFL’s COO and president, about the AFFL’s growth, its inclusion in the Olympics, and how it plans to break into a crowded global sports environment. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Scott and Eben are joined by Kurt Badenhausen to discuss Sportico’s latest MLB valuations. The talk about the Yankees and Dodgers at the top, the regional vs. national nature of MLB’s business, and the curious business case of the Oakland Athletics. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Scott and Eben discuss the bizarre story involving MLB star Shohei Ohtani, his interpreter, and millions in gambling debt. They also break down storylines from the first week of March Madness. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Scott and Eben discuss Alex Rodriguez and Marc Lore’s gradual takeover of the Minnesota Timberwolves, which recently hit a snag at an inopportune time. They also talk about March Madness, and JPMorgan’s new combined sports practice. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Scott and Eben discuss three big pieces of M&A news in the NWSL: the San Diego Wave selling for $113 million, the Seattle Reign selling for $58 million, and Angel City considering a control stake sale. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Scott and Eben break down three days at SXSW in Austin, including keynote conversations with sports media personality Stephen A. Smith and the owners of the Dallas Cowboys. Smith discussed his long career and how he fought to be better compensated for his value; the Jones family talked about how the Cowboys reshaped the business of the modern NFL. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Scott and Eben speak with Chris Del Conte, Texas Longhorns athletic director, live from SXSW in Austin. They talk about the changing nature of college sports, the business of Texas athletics, private equity, Dartmouth’s union push, and a lot more. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Scott and Eben discuss the Dartmouth men’s basketball team voting to form the first players union in college sports history, including what it means for other schools, and what might happen next. They also talk about Caitlin Clark’s slew of new deals, and Vince McMahon selling $400M worth of TKO stock. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Scott and Eben discuss the Caitlin Clark fever pitch, which hit new levels this week with a new record and a big announcement. They also talk about Netflix’s push into sports, the NWSL’s private equity rules, and a wild NAIA basketball story. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Scott and Eben speak with New Orleans Pelicans forward Larry Nance Jr. about his investment in English soccer club Leeds, his off-court business approach, and what the NBA can do to make the All-Star Weekend more compelling. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Scott and Eben discuss yet another high-profile injury after college fans storm the court. They also talk about the MLB/Nike uniform uproar, the LA Clippers rebrand, and the NCAA suffering yet another legal setback. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Scott and Eben discuss a new Sportico ranking of the 100 most valuable sports teams in the world. They also talk about Leo Messi’s first full season in Major League Soccer, and Apple’s continued push into sports. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Scott and Eben break down the NBA All-Star Game, which draws criticism for the same thing every year. They also talk about the latest NHL outdoor games, criticism from MLB players over the latest Nike/Fanatics on-field uniforms, and the MLS season kickoff. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Scott and Eben discuss the commercial stardom of Iowa basketball’s Caitlin Clark. They also talk about an upcoming LSU documentary, the College Football Playoff’s next ESPN deal, and a breakdown of the tech being used at the NBA All-Star game in Indianapolis. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Scott and Eben recap the Super Bowl from all angles—the Chiefs’ comeback win, the Era of Patrick Mahomes, Usher’s halftime show, the commercials, and some guerilla marketing right after the game. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Eben and Jacob Feldman break down the big news of the week: what we know (and what we don’t) about the three-way sports streaming bundle being launched by ESPN, Fox and Warner Bros. Discovery. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Scott and Eben discuss the latest from the NFL’s Super Bowl week in Las Vegas. They also talk about Theo Epstein’s return to Fenway and the NHL All-Star Game. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Scott and Eben discuss the pending sale of the Baltimore Orioles to a group led by billionaire David Rubenstein for $1.73 billion. They also talk about investment into the PGA Tour, the Super Bowl latest, and Florida State University’s courting PE money for its athletic department. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Scott and Eben discuss the Super Bowl matchup between the Kansas City Chiefs and San Francisco 49ers. They also talk about an investment into the PGA Tour, and continuing fallout of the latest Vince McMahon allegations. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Scott and Eben are joined by Kurt Badenhausen to discuss Barstool’s likely return to sports betting, Netflix’s $5B push into WWE, and Kurt’s latest MLS valuations. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Scott and Eben discuss the latest from the NFL playoffs, including huge viewership, business fallout, and the Taylor Swift/Travis Kelce marketing bonanza. They also talk Sports Illustrated’s demise and NBA escrow details. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Scott and Eben speak with Teall Sports & Entertainment founder/chairman/CEO Ben Suton about untapped revenue in college sports, private equity, and the future of NCAA competition. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Scott and Eben discuss the latest with the NFL playoffs. They also talk about the coaching carousel in college and pro football, and a prominent billionaire unloading part of her sports portfolio. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Scott and Eben discuss Michigan’s national title victory, and what it might mean for coach Jim Harbaugh. They also discuss California looking to close a tax loophole that Shohei Ohtani might use to avoid paying takes on $680 million of his contract, plus NFL playoffs and the sale of data company Two Circles. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Scott and Eben talk about Tiger Woods and Nike parting ways, the end of one of sports’ most enduring sponsorships. They also talk about ESPN’s latest public controversy, a notable hire from the Washington Commanders, and an NFL playoff game exclusively on Peacock. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Scott and Eben discuss the money behind the college football title game between Michigan and Washington. They also talk about ESPN’s latest controversy with Pat McAfee and Aaron Rodgers, Panthers owner David Tepper’s $300,000 fine, and Eric Scmidt buying into the Minnesota Timberwolves. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Scott and Eben debate whether there’s a sports valuations market correction on the horizon. They also discuss predictions for 2024, including a rapid-fire round of questions regarding team sales, private equity involvement, sovereign wealth and media deals. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Scott and Eben speak with College Football Playoff executive director Bill Hancock about the business of the CFP, the rapid changes in college sports, and what might be in store for the playoff’s next major media deal. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Scott and Eben discuss Florida State suing the ACC in an attempt to exit the conference without penalty. They also talk about the Dodgers landing a second major MLB free agent, and the latest in the PGA Tour talks. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Eben speaks with Sportico colleagues Michael McCann and Daniel Libit about a crazy year in college sports. From the death of the Pac-12 to new compensation for athletes and an avalanche of legal challenges, what’s at the root of all this upheaval? And what does the future hold? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Scott and Eben speak with nVenue CEO Kelly Pracht about her micro-betting business, how a trip to Yankee Stadium launched the idea, and what she found when she dove into all the data. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Scott and Eben speak with Kurt Badenhausen, Sportico’s valuations expert, about his latest NBA valuations. The Golden State Warriors are first, at $8.3 billion, followed by the New York Knicks ($7.4B) and Los Angeles Lakers ($7.3B). Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Scott and Eben break down Shohei Ohtani’s historic $700 million contract, and the market forces behind it. They also talk about the latest with the PGA Tour’s investment talks. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Scott and Eben speak with Cam Weber, president of EA Sports, about the company’s massive gaming franchises, its relationships with leagues like the NFL and Premier League, and the NIL challenges of reviving the college football game. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Scott and Eben discuss the college football playoff’s final rankings, with undefeated Florida State on the outside of the four-team playoff. They also talk about an Indiana Pacers stake sale, and more NFL ref controversy. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Scott and Eben discuss an NBA bombshell—Mark Cuban is selling a majority of the Dallas Mavericks to the Adelson family in a $3.5 billion deal. They discuss the financial specifics, plus the highest paid coaches in sports, Amazon’s Black Friday viewership, and Sports Illustrated’s latest controversy. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Scott and Eben discuss a host of topics, including holiday takeaways, college football playoff chaos, and a new hire for the New York Mets. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices