Sports Geek - A look into the world of Sports Marketing, Sports Business and Digital Marketing

In this Sports Geek Throwback episode, Sean Callanan interviews Christine Finnegan about building fan experiences and community engagement for a startup NBL team. Show notes -https://sportsgeekhq.com/building-fan-experiences-for-a-startup-brand-christine-finnegan

Tennessee Titans SVP Andrew McIntyre shares insights from leading technology transformations at the Chicago Cubs, Tampa Bay Lightning, and now building the future of NFL stadium innovation. Show notes - https://sportsgeekhq.com/434

Sports Geek Rapid Rundown is a daily sports business podcast curated by Sports Geek Reads. We publish it on Sports Geek twice per week. In this episode: Today's episode covers the Portland Trail Blazers' $4.25 billion sale to the Dundon Group, ESPN's record-breaking WNBA viewership numbers averaging 1.3 million viewers, and how AI-powered content creation tools are transforming media production - all curated by Sports Geek Reads. Subscribe at https://sportsgeekhq.com/rapidrundown

Sports Geek Rapid Rundown is a daily sports business podcast curated by Sports Geek Reads. We publish it on Sports Geek twice per week. In this episode: Today's episode covers CVC Capital's massive $14 billion Global Sport Group launch, the NBA's investigation into the Clippers over Kawhi Leonard's $28 million deal, rugby's existential financial crisis with $137 million losses, AI reshaping advertising agencies, and UK Athletics CEO's bold vision for sports innovation - all curated by Sports Geek Reads. Subscribe at https://sportsgeekhq.com/rapidrundown

In this Sports Geek Throwback episode, Sean Callanan interviews Reshina Warren. They discussed approach on empowering digital teams to foster creativity. Show notes - https://sportsgeekhq.com/let-them-cook-reshina-warren

Campbell McLaren, CEO of Combate Global and co-creator of the UFC, shares insights on building the modern MMA landscape, promoting Hispanic fighters, and adapting sports media in an evolving digital world. Show notes - https://sportsgeekhq.com/433

Sports Geek Rapid Rundown is a daily sports business podcast curated by Sports Geek Reads. We publish it on Sports Geek twice per week. In this episode: The LA Clippers face NBA investigation over alleged salary cap violations involving Kawhi Leonard, the NFL expands globally with YouTube streaming Brazil game exclusively, Ohio State rebuilds NIL strategy spending 20 million on players, and weather delays threaten NFL viewership momentum - all curated by Sports Geek Reads. Subscribe at https://sportsgeekhq.com/rapidrundown

Sports Geek Rapid Rundown is a daily sports business podcast curated by Sports Geek Reads. We publish it on Sports Geek twice per week. In this episode: Discover how AI is transforming NFL marketing, why Super Bowl 2026 ads sold out early at 7 million dollars per spot, and Mr. Beast's collaboration with YouTube for exclusive NFL streaming. Plus Roku surpasses broadcast TV and Instagram finally launches on iPad - all curated by Sports Geek Reads. Subscribe at https://sportsgeekhq.com/rapidrundown

In this Sports Geek Throwback episode, Sean Callanan interviews Damani Leech. They discuss strategies for growing the NFL's global fan base. Show notes - https://sportsgeekhq.com/nfls-global-fan-base-damani-leech

Michael Farris shares insights on ticketing strategy, fan data architecture, and cross-industry learnings from sports to music in his role at the Country Music Association. Show notes available at sportsgeekhq.com/432

Sports Geek Rapid Rundown is a daily sports business podcast curated by Sports Geek Reads. We publish it on Sports Geek twice per week. In this episode: McLaren announces Mastercard naming partnership starting 2026, Son Heung-min makes historic LAFC move for record $26.5M, Netflix to exclusively stream 2026 World Baseball Classic in Japan, plus esports goes national with new Nations Cup and AI voice technology costs drop to just 19 cents per call - all curated by Sports Geek Reads. Subscribe at https://sportsgeekhq.com/rapidrundown

Sports Geek Rapid Rundown is a daily sports business podcast curated by Sports Geek Reads. We publish it on Sports Geek twice per week. In this episode: How Amazon, Apple, Netflix and Disney+ are transforming sports broadcasting, the NFL's private equity experiment boosts franchise values by 20%, Mark Cuban explains why NBA expansion isn't happening, plus Bundesliga's innovative YouTube creator partnerships and the latest in AI development - all curated by Sports Geek Reads. Subscribe at https://sportsgeekhq.com/rapidrundown

In this Sports Geek Throwback episode, Sean Callanan interviews Hannah Warren. They discussed the We Are Here campaign of Netball Australia. Show notes - https://sportsgeekhq.com/strategies-for-bold-marketing-campaign-hannah-warren

Steve Reese shares insights from 34 years in sports technology, covering leadership lessons from the NFL, MLB, and NBA, plus his philosophy on empowering innovation at every organisational level. Show notes available at sportsgeekhq.com/431

Sports Geek Rapid Rundown is a daily sports business podcast curated by Sports Geek Reads. We publish it on Sports Geek twice per week. In this episode: Today's episode covers Stephen Curry's groundbreaking partnership with Google as Performance Advisor, Tiger Woods spearheading major PGA Tour changes, ESPN's streaming strategy, private equity entering college athletics through lending deals, AI's impact on marketing, and a fascinating experiment on AI predicting personal taste - all curated by Sports Geek Reads. Subscribe at https://sportsgeekhq.com/rapidrundown

Sports Geek Rapid Rundown is a daily sports business podcast curated by Sports Geek Reads. We publish it on Sports Geek twice per week. In this episode: ESPN's major streaming launch features Stephen A. Smith and their first mascot, the PGA Tour transforms with Tiger Woods and Theo Epstein leading change, Microsoft partners with NFL on AI game analysis, plus Yahoo Sports launches free streaming network and Bill Gates announces $1M AI competition for Alzheimer's research - all curated by Sports Geek Reads. Subscribe at https://sportsgeekhq.com/rapidrundown

In this Sports Geek Throwback episode, Sean Callanan interviews Glen Rolls. They discussed La Liga's strategies in building international fandom. Show notes - https://sportsgeekhq.com/building-a-global-fan-strategy-glen-rolls

Cameron Coughlan, SVP of Ticketing & Guest Experience at Salt Lake Bees, shares his unique journey from professional baseball player to Disney's customer service excellence, through NBA operations with the Utah Jazz, and now back to baseball. Cameron discusses building a major league experience at the Triple-A level, implementing Disney's service philosophy in sports, and insights from speaking at SEAT on smart venue management. Learn how to empower front-line staff, create lasting fan relationships, and apply cross-industry best practices to elevate guest experiences. Show notes available at https://sportsgeekhq.com/430

Sports Geek Rapid Rundown is a daily sports business podcast curated by Sports Geek Reads. We publish it on Sports Geek twice per week. In this episode: Discover Meta's affordable Celeste smart glasses with neural wristband controls, Sky Media's landmark Premier League sponsorship deal with six major brands, and ChatGPT's explosive $2 billion mobile revenue growth. Plus cybersecurity risks for college athletes and GPT-5's debut in GitHub Copilot - all curated by Sports Geek Reads. Subscribe at https://sportsgeekhq.com/rapidrundown

Sports Geek Rapid Rundown is a daily sports business podcast curated by Sports Geek Reads. We publish it on Sports Geek twice per week. In this episode: Explore Disney's groundbreaking NFL partnership giving the league 10% ESPN equity, SailGP's meteoric rise as sailing's answer to Formula 1, and ESPN's strategic Gen-Z content push with social media star Katie Feeney - all curated by Sports Geek Reads. Subscribe at https://sportsgeekhq.com/rapidrundown.

In this Sports Geek Throwback episode, Sean Callanan interviews Costa Kladianos from the San Francisco 49ers. They discussed the role of AI in enhancing fan experiences. Show notes - https://sportsgeekhq.com/ai-enhanced-fan-experience-costa-kladianos

Maggie Drysch, Director of Partnership Activation and Service at the St. Louis Blues, reveals the strategies behind successful NHL partnerships. From her recent SEAT Conference insights to managing diverse sponsor needs, Maggie shares how the Blues create custom activations that deliver value for both partners and fans. Learn about collaborative sales processes, leveraging fan loyalty, and balancing creativity with resource limitations in professional sports partnerships. Show notes - https://sportsgeekhq.com/429

Sports Geek Rapid Rundown is a daily sports business podcast curated by Sports Geek Reads. We publish it on Sports Geek twice per week. In this episode: Explore major media moves as Disney and NFL strike a groundbreaking deal allowing the NFL to acquire a 10% stake in ESPN, Netflix considers bidding for MLB's Home Run Derby, and SailGP draws celebrity investors with its Formula 1-style sailing competition. Plus, ESPN recruits social media star Katie Feeney and Skydance completes its $8B Paramount merger - all curated by Sports Geek Reads. Subscribe at https://sportsgeekhq.com/rapidrundown.

Sports Geek Rapid Rundown is a daily sports business podcast curated by Sports Geek Reads. We publish it on Sports Geek twice per week. In this episode: Explore how the DP World Tour introduces cryptocurrency rewards for golf records, ESPN's potential sports streaming expansion, and TKO Group's massive 491% net income increase driven by WWE's media rights deals - all curated by Sports Geek Reads. Subscribe at https://sportsgeekhq.com/rapidrundown.

In this Sports Geek Throwback episode, Sean Callanan interviews David Payne. They discussed digital transformation in college sports. Show notes - http://sportsgeekhq.com/embracing-digital-transformation-in-college-sports-david-payne

Sports Geek Rapid Rundown is a daily sports business podcast curated by Sports Geek Reads. We publish it on Sports Geek twice per week. In this episode: Explore the AFL's evolution into a 'national behemoth' with Tasmania joining in 2028, the NBA's European expansion vision potentially delaying US team growth, and how padel is positioning itself as the 'golf of the next generation' for high-earning millennials - all curated by Sports Geek Reads. Subscribe at https://sportsgeekhq.com/rapidrundown.

Sports Geek Rapid Rundown is a daily sports business podcast curated by Sports Geek Reads. We publish it on Sports Geek twice per week. In this episode: Discover the NBA's historic European expansion plan, explore the $62.6 billion sports media revolution reshaping how we consume content, and learn how Deion Sanders turned a health challenge into a $6.5 million brand opportunity - all curated by Sports Geek Reads. Subscribe at https://sportsgeekhq.com/rapidrundown.

In this Sports Geek Throwback episode, Sean Callanan interviews Jamie King. They discussed importance of engagement metrics in fans journey. Show notes - https://sportsgeekhq.com/importance-of-engagement-jamie-king

David Kells, Chief Venues Officer at the Nashville Predators, shares his journey from radio intern to managing Bridgestone Arena and F&M Bank Arena. We explore his "yes building" philosophy, Nashville's transformation into a major entertainment destination, and why venues should operate like amusement parks with something new each season. David discusses overnight arena conversions, venue reinvestment strategies, fan experience innovation, and building collaborative relationships in Music City's thriving entertainment ecosystem. Full show notes https://sportsgeekhq.com/427

Sports Geek Rapid Rundown is a daily sports business podcast curated by Sports Geek Reads. We publish it on Sports Geek twice per week. In this episode: Dive into Lionel Messi's surprising MLS suspension, YouTube's game-changing Shorts features, Amazon's AI wearable acquisition, and Google Photos' creative AI tools - all curated by Sports Geek Reads. Subscribe at https://sportsgeekhq.com/rapidrundown.

Sports Geek Rapid Rundown is a daily sports business podcast curated by Sports Geek Reads. We publish it on Sports Geek twice per week. In this episode: Discover insider strategies for effective sponsored content from the NY Mets, Google's $71.3B ad revenue with AI innovations, Roku's exclusive Eagles documentary, Meta's muscle-sensing wristband tech, Packers' record $719M revenue, and NY Giants' creator series - all curated by Sports Geek Reads. Subscribe at https://sportsgeekhq.com/rapidrundown.

In this Sports Geek Throwback episode, Sean Callanan interviews Drew Crisp. They discussed importance of aligning content, product, and marketing. Show notes - https://sportsgeekhq.com/importance-of-aligning-goals-drew-crisp

In this episode of Sports Geek, Alex Kopilow, Director of Media Partnerships at the New York Mets, discusses the importance of building trust between digital and partnerships teams, maximising game day content for revenue, and the significance of audience engagement in sports marketing. Alex highlights his experience launching the SponCon Sports newsletter to share insights on sponsored content and the value of networking within the industry. Full show notes - https://sportsgeekhq.com/426

Sports Geek Rapid Rundown is a daily sports business podcast curated by Sports Geek Reads. We publish it on Sports Geek twice per week. In this episode: Discover the Golden State Valkyries' record-breaking WNBA debut, major leadership changes at the NFL Players Association, and how Spotify is revolutionizing the audiobook market with new subscription plans. Plus, learn how AI is reshaping entry-level job opportunities for Gen Z - all curated by Sports Geek Reads. Subscribe at https://sportsgeekhq.com/rapidrundown.

Sports Geek Rapid Rundown is a daily sports business podcast curated by Sports Geek Reads. We publish it on Sports Geek twice per week. In this episode: Explore Fanatics and NFL's antitrust victory, WNBA's 350% ticket price jump despite Clark's injury, NFL's strategic push into flag football, surprising trends in long-form content consumption, and Gen Z's shifting phone etiquette - all curated by Sports Geek Reads. Subscribe at https://sportsgeekhq.com/rapidrundown.

In this Sports Geek Throwback episode, Sean Callanan interviews Ned Coten. They discussed early days success of basketball in Australia. Show notes - https://sportsgeekhq.com/aussie-basketball-success-sets-a-foundation-ned-coten

Matt Peterson, Vice President of Ticket Sales and Premium Seating at the San Francisco Giants, joins Sports Geek. Matt shares insights on the evolution of ticketing from paper to digital, the importance of data-driven decision making in pricing strategies, and how the Giants continue to innovate in premium seating experiences. Discover what makes the Giants' organisational culture special and why so many executives have long tenures with this storied MLB franchise. Show notes - https://sportsgeekhq.com/the-evolution-of-ticket-sales-matt-peterson-sf-giants/

Sports Geek Rapid Rundown is a daily sports business podcast curated by Sports Geek Reads. We publish it on Sports Geek twice per week. In this episode: Explore Cadillac's massive Formula 1 preparations costing $30 million monthly, Meta's new direct messaging approach for brands, and Las Vegas's ambitious $1.75 billion sports expansion plans. Plus, Tom Brady's Birmingham City FC docuseries and YouTube's content discovery changes - all curated by Sports Geek Reads. Subscribe at https://sportsgeekhq.com/rapidrundown.

Sports Geek Rapid Rundown is a daily sports business podcast curated by Sports Geek Reads. We publish it on Sports Geek twice per week. In this episode: Dive into the latest sports business news with updates on Apple's push for F1 broadcasting rights, Uber's Olympic partnership for LA 2028, and the Big 12's international expansion plans. Plus, insights on NIL approval challenges and the Utah Royals' remarkable $100 million valuation, all curated by Sports Geek Reads. Subscribe at https://sportsgeekhq.com/rapidrundown.

In this Sports Geek Throwback episode, Sean Callanan interviews Dewayne Hankins. They discussed how the digital remit widened from just content. Show notes - https://sportsgeekhq.com/taking-on-new-remit-broadcast-dewayne-hankins

Sports Geek Rapid Rundown is a daily sports business podcast curated by Sports Geek Reads. We publish it on Sports Geek twice per week. In this episode: Discover how sports teams are winning with irreverent social content, TikTok's new bulletin boards feature, ChatGPT's impact on news traffic, Netflix's triumph over traditional TV, and the hidden cognitive costs of AI convenience - all curated by Sports Geek Reads. Subscribe at https://sportsgeekhq.com/rapidrundown.

Sports Geek Rapid Rundown is a daily sports business podcast curated by Sports Geek Reads. We publish it on Sports Geek twice per week. In this episode: Dive into Cadillac's Formula 1 documentary series with Keanu Reeves, NBA's historic $154.6M salary cap increase, and how AI language models are evolving - all curated by Sports Geek Reads. Subscribe at https://sportsgeekhq.com/rapidrundown.

In this Sports Geek Throwback episode, Sean Callanan interviews Scott Kegley. They discussed delivering great content during wins and losses. Show notes - https://sportsgeekhq.com/creating-compelling-content-beyond-match-result-scott-kegley

Sports Geek Rapid Rundown is a daily sports business podcast curated by Sports Geek Reads. We publish it on Sports Geek twice per week. In this episode: Explore how sports are transforming through festivalisation attracting younger audiences, the Kansas City Chiefs' strategic UK expansion, TikTok's new Bulletin Boards feature challenging Instagram, and NASCAR's streaming evolution on Amazon Prime - all curated by Sports Geek Reads. Subscribe at https://sportsgeekhq.com/rapidrundown.

In this Sports Geek Throwback episode, Sean Callanan interviews Nick Makarov from Austin FC. They discussed AI and Data Engineering in Sports. Show notes - https://sportsgeekhq.com/ai-and-data-engineering-in-sports-nick-makarov

In this solo episode, Sean Callanan takes listeners through Sports Geek's remarkable 16-year journey in the sports business industry. From pioneering social media adoption in sports to implementing cutting-edge AI solutions, Sean shares how Sports Geek has evolved while maintaining its core mission of connecting fans, sports, and sponsors through technology. Show notes - https://sportsgeekhq.com/sports-geeks-digital-evolution-social-advertising-content-ai

Sports Geek Rapid Rundown is a daily sports business podcast curated by Sports Geek Reads. We publish it on Sports Geek twice per week. In this episode: Explore how $500 million private equity initiatives are reshaping college athletics after NCAA settlement, while streaming platforms capture nearly 45% of TV viewership. Plus, discover how NIL opportunities are dramatically impacting NBA draft entries and why digital piracy costs Serie A over $345 million annually - all curated by Sports Geek Reads. Subscribe at https://sportsgeekhq.com/rapidrundown.

In this Sports Geek Throwback episode, Sean Callanan interviews Dani Brown. They discussed how conference like SEAT helps build network and career growth. Show notes - https://sportsgeekhq.com/building-career-success-through-conferences-dani-brown

Sports Geek Rapid Rundown is a daily sports business podcast curated by Sports Geek Reads. We publish it on Sports Geek twice per week. In this episode: Explore FIFA's ambitious $1 billion Club World Cup, the Premier League's revolutionary flex scheduling approach, the record-breaking $10 billion Lakers sale, Reddit's AI-powered advertising tools, and Microsoft's insights on the 'infinite workday' - all curated by Sports Geek Reads. Subscribe at https://sportsgeekhq.com/rapidrundown.

Mike Buckley, Co-owner and CEO of United States SailGP Team, shares insights on transitioning from professional athlete to sports executive, building high-performance teams, and leading a cutting-edge sailing franchise. A must-listen for sports business professionals, sailing enthusiasts, and anyone interested in innovative sports leadership. Show notes - https://sportsgeekhq.com/mike-buckley-united-states-sailgp-team