Bloomberg Business of Sports

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.

Bloomberg's Scarlet Fu and Jason Kelly break down the Business of the Super Bowl. They speak with: Mark Donovan, Kansas City Chiefs President Lloyd Howell Jr, Executive Director of the NFL Players Association Patriots Chairman and CEO Bob Kraft Anjali Sud, Tubi TV CEO  Amy Howe, FanDuel President and CEO See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Dive into the excitement surrounding the Super Bowl LIX with insights from former NFL executive Amy Trask, as she analyzes the Chiefs and Eagles rematch. Discover the implications of private equity investments in NFL teams, especially Gouw's involvement with the Buffalo Bills. The podcast features vibrant conversations from Radio Row, including chats with NFL legends like Joe Montana and Myles Garrett. Explore the evolving landscape of sports business, from diversity in teams to the impact of Name, Image, and Likeness on football trends.

Join hosts Michael Barr and Damian Sassower for a look at some of the latest headlines and stories in the business of sports. Bloomberg Business of Sports reporter Randall Williams on expected viewership for Super Bowl LIX plus halftime performer Kendrick Lamar’s beef with Drake.Louise Johnson, CEO of sports and entertainment marketing agency Fuse discusses her recent panel at CES 2025 that focused on the growth of AI technology in sports and entertainment, and how her firm caters to increasing demand for "personalization" among sports content consumers. Plus, Dallas Cowboys' executive vice president Charlotte Jones and former pro-tennis star John Isner chat about getting into the tennis business with the Ford Center hosting the Dallas Open.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Join hosts Michael Barr and Damian Sassower for a look at some of the latest headlines and stories in the business of sports.  Bloomberg News global business reporter Ira Boudway joins to talk about TGL, the new, made-for-TV indoor golf competition created by Tiger Woods and how it’s aiming to reach a younger audience. They also discuss a conversation NFL commissioner Roger Goodell had on “The David Rubenstein Show: Peer to Peer Conversations,” where he mentioned being open to expanding the regular season to 18 games.  Former college basketball star Jimmer Fredette joins along with Michael Haddix Jr., to discuss Scout, a financial solutions platform for college athletes. Haddix is founder and CEO of the firm and Fredette is an investor. They discuss the impact the firm can have as NIL changes how student athletes make decisions.  Plus, Bloomberg Originals sports correspondent Vanessa Perdomo has a conversation with former USA soccer striker Jozy Altidore about soccer’s growth in the US, and how he became a limited partner in the Buffalo Bills as they chase a title.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Join special guest hosts Bloomberg Originals chief correspondent Jason Kelly and Bloomberg Originals sports correspondent Vanessa Perdomo for a look at some of the latest headlines and stories in the business of sports.  It’s one the biggest weekends for football fans. The NFL Divisional round features marquee matchups, highlighted by the Baltimore Ravens and Lamar Jackson and the Buffalo Bills and Josh Allen facing off. Then, college football will crown a new champion on Monday night in Atlanta when the Ohio State Buckeyes take on the Notre Dame Fighting Irish. Dan Corso, president of the Atlanta Sports Council joins to talk about how Atlanta made preparations to host the game, and the future of sports in the city.  For a look at the broader football landscape, Jason and Vanessa speak to Chafie Fields. He’s executive vice president for team sports at Wasserman and represents several pro and college players including Ohio State’s star freshman wideout Jeremiah Smith. They discuss how NIL is impacting the college experience for players and how it could impact their thinking on heading to the NFL.  Plus, we hear from Kavitha Davidson. She’s a longtime sports journalist and host of Sportly, a dynamic podcast covering the narratives that underpin the games we adore.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.