Front Office Sports Today
Front Office Sports
Sports is big business - and there is no offseason to the major moves, groundbreaking deals and culture-shifting moments happening across the world of sports.Front Office Sports Today is your daily guide on all things sports, business and culture. Join our hosts, Baker and Renee as they offer insightful commentary on breaking news and engage in conversations surrounding the biggest headlines, with guest appearances from athletes, executives, experts and more.
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Mar 13, 2023 • 19min
The WWE Throws Down with Gambling
The WWE is making an argument to legalize gambling on scripted wrestling matches. We dive into that, and hear from Erik Logan, CEO of the World Surf League, on what makes world surfing unique.
Mar 10, 2023 • 18min
Gearing Up for March Madness
Selection Sunday is only 48 hours away, but the madness has already begun this March. We take a look across the conference tournaments leading up to the big dance, hear from our reporter Amanda Christovich on-site at the Big East Tournament, and talk with Silverback Holdings Executive Chairman Ibrahim Sagna on the future of basketball in Africa.
Mar 9, 2023 • 21min
Inside Sports Media with Bomani Jones
Bomani Jones joins Front Office Sports Today to talk about his show 'Game Theory with Bomani Jones' on HBO, the NFL, NBA and more. We also dive into the conundrum Adidas faces after distancing itself from Yeezy.
Mar 8, 2023 • 19min
The World Baseball Classic is BACK
The World Baseball Classic returned last night for the first time since 2017, and we break down everything you need to know about the international tournament. The Athletic's Evan Drellich joins to talk about his new book on the Houston Astros cheating scandal, 'Winning Fixes Everything: How Baseball's Brightest Minds Created Sports' Biggest Mess.'
Mar 7, 2023 • 17min
The NFL Combine Special with ESPN's Matt Miller
We recap some of the most eye-catching performances from the NFL Scouting Combine, and how they might impact some athletes bank accounts. ESPN NFL Draft Analyst Matt Miller joins to chat about the biggest news coming out of this year's combine.
Mar 6, 2023 • 17min
The PGA Tour Swings Big
The PGA Tour announced big changes coming to some of its high-profile events, and not everyone is pleased. PGA Superstore CEO Dick Sullivan joins the show to give an update on the state of golf.
Mar 3, 2023 • 20min
Troy Aikman Joins to Talk Beer; New Era Begins for F1
Formula 1 kicks off its 2023 season at a time when the sport is growing fast in America. The league and many of its teams are racing to capture the U.S. audience. Plus, a conversation with Troy Aikman on his new career brewing beer, his new job at ESPN, and more.
Mar 2, 2023 • 20min
Cannabis in the NBA with 'All the Smoke' and Paul Pierce
Former NBA players Matt Barnes, Stephen Jackson, and Paul Pierce join to discuss their thoughts on cannabis and the NBA. Senior Writer Mike McCarthy hops on to talk about his exclusive reporting on the one company that might be a lifeline for nearly bankrupt RSNs.
Mar 1, 2023 • 18min
The Michael Irvin Saga Explained
Michael Irvin has filed a defamation suit against Marriott Hotels for $100 million. We dive into how we got here and Irvin’s media strategy. Later, we hear from Chris Canetti, who is heading Houston’s efforts to prepare for the World Cup on what it takes to get ready for what might be the biggest sporting event in history.
Feb 28, 2023 • 18min
NCAA Cracks Down on NIL
The NCAA handed down a first-of-its-kind infraction to the University of Miami's women's basketball team. Reporter Amanda Christovich joins us to break down what that means for NIL regulation going forward. Senior reporter AJ Perez joins to give an update on the Washington Commanders sale.
