

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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Oct 13, 2021 • 12min
Business of Sports: Fantasy Football Week 6
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Oct 11, 2021 • 23min
The Premier Hockey Federation Is Ready For Prime Time (Podcast)
Scarlet Fu, Michael Barr and Mike Lynch discuss the biggest stories in the Business of Sports. Today were joined by Premier Hockey Federation Commissioner Tyler Tumminia. We talk the leagues rebranding, Increase in salary cap and what’s in store for the 21-22 season. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Oct 8, 2021 • 45min
The Post Season Is Upon Us (Podcast)
It’s that time of year, the MLB post season is here and who better to help us break it down than MLB Network lead analyst Harold Reynolds. Michael Barr, Scarlet Fu and Mike Lynch discuss the 2021 season that was and we get some insight into why Cal Ripken Jr might have been one of the smartest players to play the game. Don’t forget to check out Harold this Sunday, during MLB Networks exclusive broadcast of the Rays and Lynchies Sox. You can also catch him throughout the post season on MLB tonight. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Oct 6, 2021 • 14min
Business of Sports: Fantasy Football Week 5 (Podcast)
Michael Barr, Rich Trueman, and Damian Sassower bring you the Bloomberg Business of Sports Fantasy Podcast. The trio breaks down week 5 of the NFL season with special guest Bailey Lipschultz.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Oct 4, 2021 • 13min
The GOAT Returns to New England (Podcast)
Scarlet Fu, Michael Barr and Mike Lynch discuss the biggest stories in the Business of Sports. Tom Brady has made his triumphant return to Foxborough, locking up all time accolades in the process. We get immediate reaction from the Patriot fanbase. We also dive into the NWSL harassment scandal that’s rocked the league. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Oct 1, 2021 • 42min
Is Jake Silverstein the real-life Ted Lasso? (Podcast)
He may not be AFC Richmond’s Rebecca Welton but this America knows his way around a pitch and a boardroom. Michael Barr, Scarlet Fu and Mike Lynch talk all things soccer with DC United and Swansea City “Diamond Dog” Jake Silverstein. We find out why he continues to invest in the sport and what’s in store for those investments on both sides of the pond. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Sep 29, 2021 • 10min
Business of Sports: Fantasy Football Week 4 (Podcast)
Michael Barr, Rich Trueman, and Damian Sassower bring you the Bloomberg Business of Sports Fantasy Podcast. The trio breaks down week 4 of the NFL season and gets you ready for gameday!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Sep 27, 2021 • 14min
Is Beer Chugging Good For Golf? (Podcast)
Scarlet Fu, Michael Barr and Mike Lynch discuss the biggest stories in the Business of Sports.Ryder cup 2020 is in the books with team USA absolutely dominating this year’s event. We get Lynchie’s thoughts on the first hole beer chugging along with Barr’s perspective on yet another devastating loss for the Lions.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Sep 26, 2021 • 45min
Saving The Penn State Roar (Podcast)
Scarlet Fu, Michael Barr and Mike Lynch discuss the biggest stories in the Business of Sports. “Saving The Roar” recounts the story of the 2012 Penn State Football Team. Today were joined by Director & Producer Mike Nash and 2012 Penn State linebacker Michael Mauti to find out why the 2012 team so important to the community. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Sep 24, 2021 • 30min
Ken Burns on Ali: The Roots of The Greatest
Muhammad Ali didn't just revolutionize the world of sports. He changed the way we think about athletes, race, politics and economics. In "Muhammad Ali" (premiering this week on PBS) another great -- legendary documentarian Ken Burns -- shows the champ like we've never seen before. Burns talks to Jason Kelly about the process of making the film, Ali's impact and the echoes of the boxer's activism in today's sports figures.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.


