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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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

Former Tennessee governor Bill Haslam is buying the NHL’s Nashville Predators, while MLS inks a long-term broadcast deal with Apple, and PointsBet lands a $65 million investment from a big name in trading. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Scott and Eben speak with sports owner Clara Wu Tsai and filmmaker Alison Klayman about their new documentary “Unfinished Business,” which details the history of the WNBA through the lens of the New York Liberty, which the Tsais purchased in 2019. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Scott and Eben discuss the Indian Premier League’s new round of billion-dollar media rights. They also discuss Jack Del Rio’s $100,000 fine, the LIV Golf latest, and an NBA business venture in China. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Scott and Eben discuss the sale of the Denver Broncos, to Rob Walton, for a record $4.6 billion. They also talk about the latest in professional golf’s upheaval. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

The second round of bidding for the Denver Broncos concluded on Monday evening. Plus a $2+ billion offer for the Portland Trail Blazers, a $3 billion valuation for HBSE, and the latest in the pro golf shakeup. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Scott and Eben discuss the latest in LIV Golf’s challenge to the pro golf establishment, including Dustin Johnson’s surprise move and a sponsor’s reaction. They also discuss the termination of a high-profile SPAC deal, another European soccer purchase, and the latest in the Broncos sale. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Scott and Eben discuss what went wrong at the Champions League final in Paris, where police used tear gas on fans and the start of the match was delayed 35 minutes. They also discuss the NBA Finals, and a new funding round for Big League Advance. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Scott and Eben discuss another potential U.S. investment into Mexican soccer. They also talk about the quirks of the All-NBA vote, and some NFL business. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Scott and Eben discuss a looming extension for Gary Bettman, who’s run the NHL for the past 30 years. They also discuss the relationship between MLS and the Mexican national soccer teams, and the XFL’s new ESPN deal. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Eben and Sportico reporter Emily Caron discuss the new U.S. soccer labor peace, which will see the men’s and women’s national teams paid equally. They also discuss the latest with Brittney Griner’s detention, and with the NCAA. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Eben is joined by Sportico’s Corey Leff to discuss the ice cold SPAC market, the innovation underway at lower tier leagues, and a $1.25 billion investment proposal from Apollo. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Scott and Eben are joined by Sportico valuations expert Kurt Badenhausen to break down the 100 highest paid athletes in the world. LeBron James is first at $127 million, followed by soccer stars Lionel Messi, Cristiano Ronaldo and Neymar. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Scott and Eben discuss the sale of English soccer giant Chelsea, one of the most expensive transactions in sports franchise history. They also talk about the F1 race in Miami, and the latest in the sale of the Denver Broncos, which will almost certainly fetch more than Chelsea. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Eben and Sportico reporter Asli Pelit discuss the Formula 1 race this weekend in Miami, and how new ownership transformed the sport’s popularity in the U.S. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Eben and Sportico reporter Daniel Libit discuss the upheaval currently underway in college sports, including new rights for athletes, state laws, anti-trust lawsuits, and a big job opening at the NCAA. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Scott and Eben discuss a recent Sportico story about a proposal for the Department of Defense to fund athletic scholarships for tens of thousands of students in exchange for military service. They also talk about Mark Emmert’s surprise decision to step down, Elon Musk’s Twitter purchase and the Super Bowl champions on a real estate binge. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Scott and Eben talk about the Chelsea sale, which now includes Serena Williams, Lewis Hamilton and John Terry. They also discuss the Arctos Sports Partners war chest and Netflix’s bad week. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Scott and Eben speak with New York Yankees president Randy Levine about the team’s recent $7 billion valuations, its non-baseball business, and why the team is staying away from private equity money. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Scott and Eben discuss the latest in the sale of the Denver Broncos, plus the USFL’s debut weekend, the Chelsea sale, and Syracuse University renaming its iconic Carrier Dome. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Scott's back from vacation to talk about the new valuations for all the sports teams and which MLB team has the most valuable sports franchise in the world. They also discuss the controversy surrounding Dan Snyder's Commanders. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Eben is joined by Jacob Feldman to discuss The Masters, Apple’s entry into live sports, and how tech is changing the way we watch sports. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Scott and Eben chat with Christy Hedgpeth, president of Playfly Sports Properties, about the commercial growth of women’s college basketball, and other rapid changes to the billion-dollar business of college sports. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Scott and Eben discuss the latest from the NCAA tournament, including Coach K’s final game, and South Carolina’s national title. They also talk about Dan Snyder’s latest scandal, and Tiger Woods potentially returning to the Masters. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Scott and Eben discuss F1’s plans to race in Las Vegas in 2023. They also talk about the Final Four, the NFL’s streaming options, and the pervasive nature of “Man Cave” marketing. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Scott and Eben discus the record $850 million public subsidy secured by the NFL’s Buffalo Bills for a new stadium. They also talk March Madness, and the Chelsea latest. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

St. Peter’s athletic director Rachelle Paul joins the Sporticast to talk about the Peacocks’ surprise run to the Sweet Sixteen, plus what it means for the school and athletic department moving forward. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Scott and Eben discuss the first two rounds of March Madness, including St. Peter’s shocking upsets of Kentucky and Murray State. They also discuss the latest with the Chelsea sale and NFL star Deshaun Watson. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Scott and Eben discuss the latest in the Chelsea sale, which has an important deadline this week. They also discuss private equity in MLB, the NCAA tournament, and new Monday Night Football announcers. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Scott and Eben discuss Tom Brady’s return to the NFL. They also share thoughts from the annual SXSW conference in Austin, Texas. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Scott and Eben speak with incoming NWSL commissioner Jessica Berman just hours after her hiring was announced. They discuss her career, the future of women’s professional soccer in the U.S., and the difference between diversity and inclusion. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Scott and Eben discuss the sale of soccer giant Chelsea, which is one of the most valuable sports teams in Europe, under vastly different economic circumstances from U.S. leagues like the NFL or NBA. They also talk MLB lockout, and an NFL betting scandal. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Scott and Eben speak with Kelsey Bowers, a senior manager of U.S. sports partnerships at Twitter, about the changing face of sports fandom, and how Twitter works with partners like the NBA and WNBA. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Scott and Eben discuss Derek Jeter’s departure from the Miami Marlins, which includes him selling his equity. They also discuss the Denver Broncos sale, and Russian billionaire Roman Abramovich stepping away from Chelsea. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Scott and Eben discuss the latest surrounding Phil Mickelson, whose comments about Saudi Arabia have caused a separation from sponsors. They also discuss U.S. Soccer’s settlement the women’s national team, and sportsbooks losing money. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Scott and Eben discuss the technology on display at the NBA All-Star Game, the XFL-NFL partnership, and yet another Fanatics acquisition. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Scott and Eben discuss a new alternative NBA broadcast, the league’s All-Star weekend, Super Bowl ratings, and the MLB lockout. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

The Rams’ win over the Bengals closes the book on another NFL season, launching an offseason that will be dominated by the Broncos sale, racial hiring practices, and a probe into whether Dolphins owner Stephen Ross offered to pay a coach for losses. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Scott and Eben speak with Los Angeles Rams CEO Kevin Demoff about playing in a home Super Bowl, the team’s $5 billion-dollar stadium, and the NFL’s poor track record with coaching hires. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Scott and Eben discuss the upcoming Super Bowl, which has so far been overshadowed by questions surrounding the league’s racial hiring practices and its investigation into sexual misconduct at the Washington Football Team. They close with a new funding round for the WNBA. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Scott and Eben speak with Sportico legal analyst Michael McCann about a lawsuit filed Tuesday by former Dolphins coach Brian Flores. It claims discriminatory hiring practices and other illicit behavior. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Scott and Eben speak with John Boynton, president of Firehouse Capital and an investor in three Premier Hockey Federation teams, about the growth of women’s hockey and a recent $25 million investment from league owners. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Scott and Eben speak with Andreas Krannich, who runs integrity services at Sportradar, about the high-tech battle between criminals and investigators in match-fixing. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices