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The Rise and Fall of ESPN's Leverage

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The Birth and Economic Challenges of ESPN

This chapter explores the early challenges and innovations of ESPN, focusing on the use of satellite technology that significantly cut costs. It examines crucial partnerships with the NCAA and Anheuser-Busch, while also addressing the financial difficulties that emerged despite the network's growing audience.

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