

The Sports Boom — Football, Pickleball, Tennis and, um, Cricket
5 snips Sep 6, 2024
John Skipper, former President of ESPN and now CEO of Meadowlark Media, shares his insights on the booming sports landscape. The conversation delves into the commercialization of sports, examining how branding and sponsorship shape contemporary culture. They discuss the intersection of sports and celebrity, the evolving role of women in sports, and the influence of technology on fan engagement. Additionally, Skipper highlights the impact of wealthy owners and the complex dynamics between athletes and their teams amidst this sports surge.
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Intro
00:00 • 2min
The Evolution of Sports Media and Advertising Dynamics
01:41 • 2min
Celebrating Sports and Family Traditions in Fall
03:20 • 2min
The Commercialization of Sports in Contemporary Culture
05:35 • 2min
The Evolution of Sports in Celebrity Culture
07:13 • 9min
Exploring the Intersection of Sports, Technology, and Fan Engagement
16:14 • 4min
The Sports Boom: Ownership and Influence
20:29 • 14min
The Intersection of Sports and Politics
34:00 • 10min
Exploring Marketing Insights and Startup Culture
44:09 • 2min
Shifting Narratives: Founders in Tech
46:20 • 4min