Special: State of the Union: DAOing the X Games

Dec 14, 2021

The hosts pitch a bold plan to acquire the X Games, blending traditional media with web technologies. They explore the challenges of a DAO-driven acquisition, focusing on community involvement and athlete engagement. A special guest discusses sports innovation, and the conversation touches on transforming sleep health through tech, highlighting Eight Sleep's role in optimizing rest. Additionally, there's an interesting dive into sports marketing, showcasing how brands can connect with athletes and fans in this evolving landscape.

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ANECDOTE

Viral X Games Idea

After Sahil Bloom pitched the X Games idea, athletes and investors showed strong interest.
Messages poured in from Lindsey Vonn, Dez Bryant, and big brands like Red Bull and Rockstar.

INSIGHT

Web3-ifying the X Games

Bloom suggests a hybrid Web2/Web3 approach for the X Games, combining traditional media with NFTs and DAO community involvement.
This strategy aims to engage athletes and the existing community.

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Acquisition Challenges

Bloom highlights the complexity of buying the X Games compared to simpler asset acquisitions.
Challenges include employee contracts, pension liabilities, and media contracts, requiring a deliberate strategy.

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Are they really going to try to buy The X Games? On the last episode of Where It Happens, co-hosts Sahil Bloom (@sahilbloom) and Greg Isenberg (@gregisenberg) shared a plan to buy the X Games. Next thing you know, athletes and investors answered the call and wanted to bring the vision to life. In this special episode of Where It Happens, Sahil explores what’s next in order to turn this crazy idea into a reality. We also bring on a special guest, Sam Schwartzstein (@schwartzsteins) who helped reimagine the XFL to discuss further.

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