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E1153: Dave Portnoy on the business of Barstool, talent acquisition, Call Her Daddy controversy & more

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Barstool Sports: Food, Media, and Talent Dynamics

This chapter explores the essence of Barstool Sports, merging sports, entertainment, and food reviews, particularly focusing on cheesesteaks in Philadelphia. The speakers discuss the complexities of humor in business, talent acquisition strategies, and the financial realities faced by the current generation regarding student debt and employment. Through reflections on past controversies and the dynamics of compensation, they emphasize the importance of valuing talent in a rapidly changing media landscape.

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