Bloomberg Business of Sports

Milwaukee Bucks NBA star Giannis Antetokounmpo and Calamos CEO John Koudounis are teaming up to launch an ETF. They say down with Bloomberg's Eric Balchunas at the New York Stock Exchange. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Hosts Michael Barr, Scarlet Fu, and Damian Sassower speak with Bloomberg's Gerry Smith on how standalone streaming apps to watch your favorite local sports team will actually cost you MORE... See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Brian Shield, CTO for the Boston Red Sox and Fenway Sports Management talks about the ways new technologies are being implemented at ballparks to enhance the fan experience and how they are using data to provide more amenities . He speaks with Bloomberg's Michael Barr and Damian Sassower.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

David Levy, Co-CEO of Horizon Sports & Experiences, discusses their inaugural Pickleball Slam, March Madness and his time as President of Turner. He speaks with Bloomberg's Michael Barr, Scarlet Fu and Damian Sassower.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Memphis Grizzlies star Ja Morant is back from his eight-game suspension and a stint in counseling stemming from some troubling off-court behavior.  Hosts Michael Barr and Scarlet Fu talk with the Executive Director of the National Basketball Players Association, Tamika Tremaglio, about the ripple effects of Morant's actions, and what the NBPA is doing to help young players avoid similar pitfalls. They also discuss recent comments from Portland Trail Blazers star Damian Lillard about the new generation of players being entitled, and look ahead to CBA negotiations with the league.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

On this special edition of the Business of Sports, host Michael Barr presents an exclusive conversation with MotorTrend Global President and General Manager, Alex Wellen. He discusses the publication's new free, ad-supported TV channel, and how it's looking to continue to grow its audience across platforms. He spoke with Bloomberg's Kriti Gupta.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

With MLB's opening day right around the corner, and the World Baseball Classic creating a lot of buzz, hosts Michael Barr and Damian Sassower welcome MLB Network Insider Tom Verducci to the show. Verducci has covered the game for more than 40 years, and is a FOX Sports broadcaster and senior columnist for Sports Illustrated. They discuss baseball's top headlines, including recent high profile injuries at the WBC, the excitement of those games, and MLB's new rules. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Hosts Scarlet Fu and Damian Sassower speak with Matthew Boyle, Bloomberg Senior Management and Workplace Reporter on why long time Syracuse Men's Basketball coach Jim Boeheim staying on for longer than needed is a reminder to other organizations and corporations: ditch the CEO that's past their prime. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Hosts Scarlet Fu and Damian Sassower speak with Cheryl Toussaint, Olympic Silver-Medalist of the 1972 Munich Games and Director of the Colgate Women's Games. They talk about the importance of young girls getting involved in track and field, how the Colgate Women's games have helped young women pursue their educational goals, and how Toussaint managed to win silver at the 1972 Olympic games... despite losing her shoe! See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Hosts Scarlet Fu and Damian Sassower speak with Bloomberg Senior Buyside Relationship Manager and Big 10/Rutgers Sports Network Analyst Austin Johnson on selection day reactions, the importance of March Madness for schools involved, and the NIL journey for an NCAA athlete. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.