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 host, Baker as he offers insightful commentary on breaking news and engages in conversations surrounding the biggest headlines, with guest appearances from athletes, executives, experts and more.
Front Office Sports Today is your daily guide on all things sports, business and culture. Join our host, Baker as he offers insightful commentary on breaking news and engages in conversations surrounding the biggest headlines, with guest appearances from athletes, executives, experts and more.
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Mar 21, 2023 • 18min
Mike Tyson and the Business of Cannabis
Mike Tyson joins Front Office Sports Today to talk about his new cannabis company 'Tyson 2.0.' We dive into the legendary boxer's business, how he benefits from cannabis, and what his life has been like since he stepped out of the ring.
Mar 20, 2023 • 19min
The Hornets are Up for Sale
Michael Jordan is in serious talks to share his majority stake in the Charlotte Hornets. We break down the potential sale, including how Jordan got the team and who the new owner might be. We also hear from former MLB catcher AJ Pierzynski on his time in the major leagues and his new show Foul Territory.
Mar 17, 2023 • 16min
Let the Madness Begin
The first round of March Madness began yesterday, and the tournament is already living up to its name. We break down the odds of getting the perfect bracket and our favorite picks for Cinderella teams. We also hear from Jon Cohen on the economic impact that the bankruptcy of Diamond Sports Group will have on professional sports teams.
Mar 16, 2023 • 19min
Microsoft's $69 Billion Aquisition
Microsoft is in the midst of acquiring Activision Blizzard while facing scrutiny from trade regulators. We dive into their record-breaking merger, and we also hear from Andrew Hawkins on the metaverse and his virtual reality football game NFL Pro Era.
Mar 15, 2023 • 20min
FIFA vs. The People
FIFA received a petition with over a million signatures calling for the compensation of migrant workers and their families for abuses prior to and during the 2022 World Cup in Qatar. We break down what that means for the soccer entity, and we also hear from Adam Jones on his playing career for Team USA in the World Baseball Classic.
Mar 14, 2023 • 17min
Breaking Down the Bracket
Selection Sunday has come and gone and the brackets for the men's and women's NCAA tournaments are set. Our own Doug Greenberg joins to share his thoughts on this year's brackets.
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.'
