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Ep 235NBA Players to Invest in NBA Teams / Record NFL Deal
Scott and Eben discuss NBA players gaining the ability to invest in NBA teams. They also talk about the internet famous Cavinder twins leaving the NCAA, and Jalen Hurts’ record $255 million contract. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Ep 234Commanders Sale Draws Closer, Netflix Streaming Mishap
Scott and Eben discuss the latest in the sale of the Washington Commanders, with Josh Harris’s group inching closer to a deal. They also take a sports angle to Netflix’s big “Love is Blind” streaming miss. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Ep 233Josh Harris Inches Closer to Commanders, ManU Deadline Loom
Scott and Eben discuss the latest in the Washington Commanders sale, as Josh Harris’s group inches closer to a deal. They also talk about the Manchester United sale, and the upcoming NHL/NBA playoffs. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Ep 232NWSL Commissioner Jessica Berman Talks Record Expansion, Private Equity
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. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Ep 231MJ Ends Long-Time Brief Sponsorship, Snoop FaZe’d Out
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. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Ep 230UFC, WWE Combine To Form $21.4 Billion Combat Giant
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. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Ep 229Play 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. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Ep 228Inside a $100 Million Women’s Sports Investment Fund
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. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Ep 227World Watches Baseball Classic / Commanders Sale Adds Magic
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. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Ep 226March 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. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Ep 225MLB Valuations Show Strain of Bally Sports Bankruptcy
Scott and Eben discuss Sportico’s most recent MLB valuations, and how the recent bankruptcy of the Bally Sports RSNs will impact the industry. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Ep 224The 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. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Ep 223The Evolution of Women in Sports, With Bonnie Bernstein
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. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Ep 222Could Disney Poach Adam Silver? Plus, Buying a 53-Year-Old NCAA Record
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. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Ep 221MSG+ a Glimpse into Sports Media Future / New NCAA President
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. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Ep 220Lasry Sells in Milwaukee / Fertitta Bids in Washington
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. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Ep 219Manchester United Sale Update, Plus MLS Season Kicks Off
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. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Ep 218Is Mac McClung the Future of Every All-Star Weekend?
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. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Ep 217XFL President Russ Brandon Talks League Reboot, Football Innovation
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." Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Ep 216Chiefs 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. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Ep 215Bull Riding, Real Estate, and Menacing Water with Austin Ekeler
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. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Ep 214Super 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. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Ep 213Tom 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. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Ep 212In the Arms of an Angel, Chiefs & Eagles Reach Super Bowl
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. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Ep 211Angels 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. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Ep 210Playoff 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. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Ep 209Big 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. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Ep 208NFL 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. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Ep 207The Smell of Success with Georgia AD Josh Brooks
Scott and Eben speak with Georgia AD Josh Brooks following the Bulldogs’ second straight national title. They discuss the granular things that Brooks prioritizes, like the smell of the stadium, the taste of the ice, and the price of concessions. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Ep 206Vince McMahon Returns to WWE / NFL Playoffs Set
Scott and Eben discuss Vince McMahon’s surprise return to WWE, and his plans to potentially sell the wrestling company. They also talk NFL playoffs, the college football championship, and the silence surrounding Dana White. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Ep 205Ronaldo in Riyadh / NCAA Changes Afoot
Scott and Eben discuss Cristiano Ronaldo’s introduction to his new club in Saudi Arabia. They also discuss an ugly incident involving UFC president Dana White, changes coming to the NCAA, and Fanatics’ latest move. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Ep 204Year in Review / Predictions for 2023
Scott and Eben recap the biggest sports business stories of the past 12 months and discuss their expectations for 2023. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Ep 203College Football Semifinals A Hotter Ticket Than Taylor Swift
Peach Bowl CEO Gary Stokan joins the show to talk about the economics of the college football semifinals, and why ticket demand is so high for Georgia vs. Ohio State. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Ep 202How Sports Teams Use Data, with Two Circles VP Laura Andriani
Scott and Eben speak with Laura Andriani, vice president of consulting at Two Circles, about how the firm uses data to maximize revenue, and where to look for innovation in sports. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Ep 201Suns Sell for $4 Billion / Mets Spending Spree Continues
Scott and Eben discuss Mat Ishbia’s purchase of the Phoenix Suns, which values the NBA team at a league-record $4 billion. They also discuss Mets owner Steve Cohen’s spending spree, and NFL Sunday Ticket’s future with YouTube. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Ep 200Messi Legacy Grows with Argentina’s Dramatic World Cup Win
Scott and Eben discuss Argentina’s dramatic World Cup title, and what it means for Lionel Messi’s legacy. They also talk NWSL expansion, NFL media rights, and the NCAA latest. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Ep 199Ryan Reynolds, Michael B. Jordan and the Future of Sports Ownership
Scott and Eben discuss Ryan Reynolds’ interest in the Senators, Michael B. Jordan’s investment in Bournemouth, and what it means for ownership more broadly. They also talk MLS on Fox, and Fitch’s “neutral” outlook for U.S. sports in 2023. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Ep 198Suns 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. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Ep 197All Rise! Aaron Judge Stays With Yankees for $360 Million
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. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Ep 196RSN, WTF? What’s Happening With the Sinclair Regional Sports Networks
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. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Ep 195Billionaire Buys Into Capitals, Wizards / USWNT World Cup Boost
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. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Ep 194Fox Posts Big Thanksgiving Ratings / NFL Player Wears Big Hat
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. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Ep 193ManU, 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. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Ep 192U.S. Opens World Cup Amid Pressure of Entire American Soccer Industry
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. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Ep 191World Cup Billions, NYCFC’s Stadium, and Introducing La Previa!
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. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Ep 190FTX Crypto Crash Hits Million-Dollar Sports Sponsorships
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. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Ep 189Moving Beyond Tickets with SeatGeek CEO Jack Groetzinger
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. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Ep 188Liverpool Too!? English Soccer Giant Another Team for Sale
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. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Ep 187What 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. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Ep 186Big 12 Jumps Pac-12 in $2.3 Billion Deal / NHL Valuations Up
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. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices