ESPN's Strategic Moves and Highlights from the MLB All-Star Game

On the pod this week, Austin Karp and Mollie Cahillane are joined by SBJ’s Adam Stern for a deep dive into the reported $150 million/yearF1 and Apple media deal -- and what it could mean for ESPN and UFC. The pair also speaks with ESPN’s head of direct-to-consumer John Lasker around the company’s upcoming DTC service and the growth of ESPN+. Lastly, they break down Home Run Derby and MLB Draft numbers, as well as the reception for the new “Swing Off” at the MLB All-Star game.

1:31 F1 TO APPLE?

12:38 THIS WEEK IN SPORTS MEDIA

22:20 JOHN LASKER INTERVIEW

38:02 QUICK HITTERS