

Bloomberg Business of Sports
Bloomberg
Michael Barr, Vanessa Perdomo and Damian Sassower follow the money in the world of sports, taking listeners inside decisions that power the multibillion dollar industry. From media and technology to finance and real estate, leagues and teams across the globe have matured into far more than just back-page entertainment. The show explains the money behind the games.
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Dec 12, 2022 • 13min
Tim Tebow on Investing in Your Health
Former NFL QB and Heisman Trophy winner Tim Tebow joins hosts Michael Barr, Scarlet Fu and Damian Sassower to talk about his latest book, "Mission Possible: Go Create a Life That Counts" and his partnership with Restore Hyper Wellness.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Dec 9, 2022 • 17min
Brittney Griner Freed and Aaron Judge's New Deal
Hosts Michael Barr, Scarlet Fu and Damian Sassower are joined by MLB Network Insider JP Morosi to discuss Aaron Judge's massive new deal to remain a New York Yankee, plus some of the other big deals happening in baseball. They also talk about the significance of Brittney Griner's release as part of a prisoner swap with Russia. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Dec 7, 2022 • 12min
NFL Fantasy Football Podcast: Week 14
It's the Bloomberg Business of Sports Fantasy Football Podcast! Hosts Michael Barr, Damian Sassower and Richard Trueman break down Week 13 action and preview Week 14, which sees six teams on bye. They break down a few tough backfield options and make their picks and predictions. *Edited to correct week of the NFL season. Previously version listed this coming week as Week 13.*See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Dec 5, 2022 • 27min
38 At The Garden: Linsanity Retrospective with Dave Lu
Jeremy Lin captivated sports fans everywhere during the 2012 season, when he came seemingly out of nowhere for a New York Knicks team dealing with injuries. He put up impressive numbers and won big games - none bigger than his 38 point performance against the Kobe Bryant-led LA Lakers at MSG in New York. Hosts Michael Barr, Scarlet Fu and Damian Sassower are joined by Dave Lu, executive producer of the recently released HBO documentary, "38 At The Garden". They look back at Lin's stereotype-defying run, and discuss his lasting cultural impact, particularly for Asian Americans. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Dec 1, 2022 • 19min
Developing a New Home for the Philadelphia 76ers with David Adelman
Billionaire entrepreneur David Adelman, in partnership with Harris Blitzer Sports Entertainment, have their sights set on developing a new $1.3 billion arena for the Philadelphia 76ers in downtown Philly. Join hosts Michael Bar, Scarlet Fu, and Damian Sassower as he talks about this major project. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Nov 30, 2022 • 15min
NFL Fantasy Football Podcast: Week 13
It's the Bloomberg Business of Sports Fantasy Football Podcast! Hosts Michael Barr, Damian Sassower and Richard Trueman break down Week 12, and preview Week 13 action as we close in on the trade deadline. They make their picks and predictions. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Nov 24, 2022 • 17min
Former FIFA Oversight Committee Member on World Cup
The FIFA World Cup is underway in Qatar, but not without controversy. Hosts Michael Barr, Scarlet Fu and Damian Sassower are joined by a former member of FIFA's independent governance committee, Michael Hershman, to discuss some of the headlines. Hershman is Founder, President and CEO of Fairfax Group, and Co-Founder of Transparency International.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Nov 23, 2022 • 11min
NFL Fantasy Football Podcast: Week 12
It's the Bloomberg Business of Sports Fantasy Football Podcast! Hosts Michael Barr, Damian Sassower and Richard Trueman break down Week 11, and preview Week 12 action that sees each team playing, including several on Thanksgiving Day. They make their picks and predictions. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Nov 22, 2022 • 12min
DaMarcus Beasley on FIFA World Cup and MLS Growth
Hosts Michael Barr, Scarlet Fu and Damian Sassower speak with former US soccer star DaMarcus Beasley, an official MLS Ambassador for the FIFA World Cup, as well as the only US player to play in four FIFA World Cups. He talks about the competition this year, and how the MLS has grown. He's also a co-owner and Director of Football Operations at Fort Wayne FC of USL League Two. He discusses his role with USL. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Nov 18, 2022 • 15min
Former Giants QB Eli Manning and Brand Velocity Group
In a special edition of the Bloomberg Business of Sports Podcast, host Michael Barr presents an exclusive conversation with former NY Giants QB Eli Manning. The two-time Super Bowl champion is a partner with investment firm Brand Velocity Group and is joined by Brand Velocity Group Founding and Managing Partner Steve Lebowitz to discuss the firm's goals, as well as the changing landscape of sports consumption, streaming, and sports betting. They spoke with Bloomberg Radio hosts Matt Miller and Paul Sweeney.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.


