Laura Williamson

James McNicholas, an Arsenal writer for The Athletic, and Laura Williamson, Editor-in for The Athletic, dive deep into the serious charges against former midfielder Thomas Partey. They discuss the timeline of allegations and the ethical quandaries for Arsenal as a club. The guests explore the legal complexities of naming players amid investigations, comparing football's lack of structured guidelines with the NFL's disciplined conduct frameworks. The conversation also highlights the need for better handling of sensitive situations in sports and the public’s perception of media coverage.

Industry experts discuss the future of the sports industry, focusing on trends in content and consumption. They cover the rapid growth of sports property as a media and entertainment business, the success of Formula One and the potential influence of Amazon in sport. They also touch on the changing landscape of Twitter as a platform for sports news, the future of BBC in sports coverage, the European Super League, and the future of cricket.