Ben Valenta
Fox Sports executive. Focuses on understanding how fandom operates and the social infrastructure of community.
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Mar 8, 2023 • 1h 3min
‘It's the hope that kills you’ – The anatomy of fandom
Ben Valenta, Fox Sports' senior vice president of strategy and analytics, joins the hosts to discuss measuring fan passion, why we love losing teams, the impact of fan data on broadcast strategy, and the positive social connection generated by sports fandom.
Apr 20, 2025 • 50min
The Varsity Live From SF!
Larry Baer, President and CEO of the San Francisco Giants, along with Fox Sports executive Ben Valenta, dive into the art of community-building in sports. They discuss the Giants' commitment to enhancing neighborhood connections and Fox Sports' data-driven fan engagement strategies. The conversation explores the challenges of appealing to younger audiences, finding funding for new ballparks, and the balance between spending and success in baseball. Audience questions spark lively discussions about the emotional ties between fans and their teams.
