Bloomberg Business of Sports

Join hosts Michael Barr and Vanessa Perdomo for a look at some of the latest headlines and stories in the business of sports.  The WNBA's Dallas Wings drafted rising star Paige Bueckers on draft night this past week. Bloomberg US sports business reporter Randall Williams was at the draft and joined to talk about the WNBA's bright future - and how players are still working to get a pay raise.  Then, Dallas Mavericks GM Nico Harrison was part of a media-only event and talked about the team's choice to trade away fan favorite Luka Doncic. Bloomberg Dallas bureau chief Julie Fine was in attendance and shared her reaction to the press event. We also hear her conversation with Dallas Stars President and CEO Brad Alberts . Plus, former NFL pro, executive director of NFL FLAG and RCX Sports CEO Izell Reese joins to discuss the future of flag football and participation in youth sports.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Join hosts Michael Barr, Damian Sassower and Vanessa Perdomo for a look at some of the latest headlines and stories in the business of sports.  For the first time in the 10-year history of Bloomberg's March Madness bracket challenge, there is a back-to-back winner: dating app Bumble founder Whitney Wolfe Herd. Vanessa discusses this year's challenge that sees entrants donate money to charity. Plus, we recap this year's NCAA tournament.  Then, Bloomberg News global business reporter Ira Boudway joins to break down his reporting on the growing divide between the MLB's wealthiest franchises and those with smaller payrolls and how it impacts play on the field.  Finally, VOW founder and CEO Jennifer Brisman joins to discuss her company's BSB event and guest management platform, the "experience economy" and how they use technology geared at improving the live sports experience.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Join hosts Michael Barr, Scarlet Fu, Damian Sassower and guest host Vanessa Perdomo for a look at some of the latest headlines and stories in the business of sports.  Bloomberg News global business of sports reporter Randall Williams reports on the biggest developments to come out of the annual NFL owners meetings, including the league's plans to launch men’s and women’s pro flag football leagues as early as next year. Then, Bloomberg News business of sports reporter Vanessa Perdomo sits down with Learfield President and CEO Cole Gahagan to discuss his leadership plans and broader vision for one of the largest sports media and technology companies in college athletics.   Plus, Sports journalist and author Ann Liguori looks ahead to the 2025 Masters and discusses the state of golf as the saga between the PGA and the Saudi-backed LIV tour continues on an uncertain path. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Join hosts Michael Barr, Scarlet Fu, Damian Sassower and guest host Vanessa Perdomo for a look at some of the latest headlines and stories in the business of sports.  Former MLB All Star and MLB Network lead studio analyst Harold Reynolds joins to help celebrate the return of big league baseball. He shares his thoughts on some of the top storylines heading into the year.  Then, we dive into the latest research from Bloomberg Intelligence with Bloomberg Intelligence technology and media analysts Geetha Ranganathan and Kevin Near on the value of NCAA Tournament programming and StubHub’s recently announced IPO plans.  Plus, ImpactX Sports Group chairman and CEO Xavier Gutierrez details some of the biggest projects at his private investment and strategic advisory firm and where he sees the biggest moves in sports-related investing.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Join hosts Michael Barr, Damian Sassower and guest host Vanessa Perdomo for a look at some of the latest headlines and stories in the business of sports.  Bloomberg News global business of sports reporter Randall Williams details the sale of the reigning NBA champion Boston Celtics to a consortium led by Bill Chisholm, co-founder of California-based private equity firm STG Partners. The $6.1 billion purchase is not only the biggest NBA deal ever, but also the largest ever sports takeover. Then, Bloomberg News global business of sports reporter Ira Boudway discusses his story on the flawed plan to gain control of college athletes’ pay. The NCAA is expected to approve a settlement that would pay $2.8 billion in damages to former athletes and establish a framework for schools to compensate current players, and establish a clearinghouse for player sponsorship deals. However, the implementation of the clearinghouse faces potential issues including athletes not disclosing their deals, boosters and collectives trying to funnel NIL money through non-associated entities, and legal challenges to the clearinghouse's authority. Plus, as March Madness gets into full swing, BetMGM CEO Adam Greenblatt examines the growing sports betting landscape in the United States and the significant spike in business generated by the NCAA basketball tournament. The popular mobile betting platform is offering new ways to wager on both the men's and women's tournaments as it seeks to build on recent gains in a crowded market.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Join hosts Michael Barr, Damian Sassower and guest host Vanessa Perdomo for a look at some of the latest headlines and stories in the business of sports.  Manchester United is planning to build a new 100,000-seat stadium in an attempt to catch up with the modern facilities built by some of Europe's biggest clubs. The big question will be how to pay for it - it's expected to cost over $2 billion. Bloomberg News UK business reporter David Hellier joins to talk through his reporting on it. Bloomberg Intelligence technology and media analyst Geetha Ranganathan also joins to break down her research on how Amazon is closing the connected-TV advertising gap with the likes of Disney with the help of live sports. Then, Vince Tizzio, president and CEO of Axis Capital shares his insight into the multi-billion dollar insurance business that exists within the sports ecosystem.  Plus, Bloomberg News Dallas Bureau chief Julie Fine sits down with Kansas City Chiefs co-owner and FC Dallas President Dan Hunt to discuss his big plans ahead of the FIFA World Cup hitting the US. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Join hosts Michael Barr, Damian Sassower and guest host Vanessa Perdomo for a look at some of the latest headlines and stories in the business of sports.  Dallas Mavericks fans are not happy after the team traded young superstar and fan favorite Luka Doncic to the Los Angeles Lakers. Compounding issues is a series of awful injuries, including to remaining star Kyrie Irving. Adding insult to those injuries, the team announced they are raising season ticket prices. Bloomberg News Dallas bureau chief Julie Fine joins to discuss the city's outpouring of anger and how it's serving as an early test for the family of casino billionaire Miriam Adelson, which bought control of the Mavericks from Mark Cuban in 2023. Bloomberg News reporter Jennah Haque joins to discuss her story, co-written with Vanesa Perdomo, on the WNBA and women's sports has grown - and how players are hoping the uptick in interest and revenue for leagues and teams can finally start to translate to bigger pay days for athletes.  Plus, Atlantic 10 commissioner Bernadette McGlade joins to talk about the conference's success and the college sports landscape ahead of this year's NCAA tournament. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Join hosts Michael Barr, Damian Sassower and Vanessa Perdomo, for a look at some of the latest headlines and stories in the business of sports. Bloomberg Media Streaming reporter Hannah Miller on Major League Baseball and ESPN ending their broadcast relationship after the 2025 season, three years early from a seven-year deal.Bloomberg’s Patrick Gillespie on Argentine soccer teams signing top players to million-dollar contracts, in part attributed to Argentina’s President Javier Milei's efforts to slash the government's budget deficit, which has brought stability to the peso and increased purchasing power for Argentines. Plus, Gambling.com Group CEO Charles Gillespie on the growth of sports gambling in the United States and his company is helping people gain access to various sports betting sites.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Join hosts this week, Damian Sassower and Vanessa Perdomo, for a look at some of the latest headlines and stories in the business of sports. Sebastian Coe, President of World Athletics; also a former Olympic gold medalist, and former head of the London Olympic Games committee on his hopes of becoming the next president of the International Olympic Committee and the Los Angeles 2028 Summer Games. San Diego FC CEO Tom Penn on becoming the MLS’s latest expansion team as well as the process of putting together a major sports franchise, the record valuations being seen across the league and the growth of soccer in North America. Plus, tennis icon Billie Jean King on empowering girls worldwide to join sports and New Orleans Saints legendary quarterback Drew Brees on investing in pickleball.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Join hosts Michael Barr, Scarlet Fu and Damian Sassower for a look at some of the latest headlines and stories in the business of sports. With the Super Bowl behind us, Bloomberg global business of sports reporter Ira Boudway joins to break down the game's record viewership, and how Crypto.com, Kalshi and other non-sports betting companies created loopholes to get in on gaming action for the Big Game. Then, NASCAR President Steve Phelps previews this Sunday's Daytona 500 and examines the auto racing industry. Plus, NHL deputy commissioner Bill Daly discusses the state of the league and how it's making a big international push with its "4 Nations Face-Off".See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.