

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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Feb 9, 2022 • 23min
Brian Flores Lawsuit, MLB Lockout
Michael Barr, Scarlet Fu, and Mike Lynch are joined by Martin Edel, Goulston & Storrs Sports Law Practice Co-Chair and Columbia Law Professor. They discuss former Miami Dolphins head coach Brian Flores's lawsuit accusing the NFL and teams of violating civil rights laws, and where things stand with the lockout in Major League Baseball.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Feb 7, 2022 • 11min
Record Super Bowl Ticket Prices, Olympics Ratings
Michael Barr, Scarlet Fu, and Mike Lynch discuss the soaring Super Bowl prices, Los Angeles Rams owner Stan Kroenke's financial success, and record low ratings for the Winter Olympics Opening Ceremony. All that and more on this Monday Edition of Bloomberg Business of Sports.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Feb 3, 2022 • 52min
Olympic Gold Medalist Apolo Ohno on the Winter Games
He is the most decorated Winter Olympian in U.S. history, with a record eight medals over three Olympic Games. Apolo Ohno joins Michael Barr, Scarlet Fu, and Mike Lynch to break down the winter games, and give his insight on what it takes to perform on the international stage. Plus, Bloomberg News Reporter Kurumi Mori is on the ground in Beijing to give us the local perspective. All that and more on this weekend edition of Bloomberg Business of Sports.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Jan 31, 2022 • 16min
A Super Matchup Set for LA
Michael Barr, Scarlet Fu, and Mike Lynch recap an incredible weekend in the National Football League. They also discuss this year's superbowl matchup in LA, and the future of star quarterback Tom Brady. All that and more on this Monday edition of Bloomberg Business of Sports.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Jan 27, 2022 • 46min
Terrell Owens Weighs in on Championship Sunday
Michael Barr, Scarlet Fu, and Mike Lynch catch up with NFL Hall of Famer Terrell Owens. They reflect on his storied career in the league, get his take on the Conference Championship matchups, and discuss his new business venture with social media platform, TruSo. All that and more on this weekend edition of Bloomberg Business of Sports.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Jan 26, 2022 • 20min
NCAA's Name, Image and Likeness
Scarlet Fu and Mike Lynch speak with WNBA star and Associate Attorney for Labor & Employment at Hall & Estill, Iciss Tillis. She gives her expertise on the NCAA's NIL policies, and the challenges former athletes face after retirement from sports.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Jan 24, 2022 • 14min
A Wild NFL Playoff Weekend (Podcast)
Michael Barr, Scarlet Fu, and Mike Lynch recap an incredible weekend in the National Football League, and discuss the future for Tom Brady and Aaroon Rodgers. Plus, Fenway Sports Group climbs the ladder in Forbes’ latest rankings of sports empires. All that and more on this Monday edition of Bloomberg Business of Sports.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Jan 20, 2022 • 35min
NFT Madness with Candy Digital CEO Scott Lawin
Candy Digital is a next generation digital collectible company offering digital assets for fans and collectors. Michael Barr, Scarlet Fu, and Mike Lynch speak with CEO Scott Lawin about the company's partnership with Major League Baseball, the competitive landscape for NFTs, and Candy's foray into the NIL market. All that and more on this Thursday edition of Bloomberg Business of Sports.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Jan 19, 2022 • 10min
Premier Hockey Federation Gets Massive $25M Investment
The Premier Hockey Federation has announced a commitment from the Board of Governors to invest over $25 million in direct payments and benefits to its players over the next three years. Join Michael Barr, Scarlet Fu, and Mike Lynch as they discuss the implications for women's hockey in North America, the 'Joker'-less Australian Open, and more... On this Wednesday edition of Bloomberg Business of Sports.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Jan 17, 2022 • 18min
NBA Africa Valued Near $1 Billion
The National Basketball Association is expanding in Africa through a deal that values its operations on the continent at $1 billion. Mike Lynch and Scarlet Fu catch up with NBA Africa CEO Victor Williams and find out where he sees the growth of the league in 3-5 years.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.


