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Rumours of the NFL considering a new season-long international series TV package has StreamTime Sports co-hosts Nick Meacham and Chris Stone wondering how much more splicing the league can do to its broadcast rights. There's also time cover some breaking sports media news across Sky Sports, Tour de France, Netflix, Turner Sports and LaLiga. Key points: Is the NFL hosting 18 international games worth it to have a new $1B TV package? Should the NFL be prioritising reach or revenue in non-US markets? Does it matter that the Tour de France and T20 Cricket are leaving free-to-air TV in the UK? Can Netflix’s Sprint position superstars like Noah Lyles and Sha'Carri Richardson to keep athletics relevant between Olympic Games? Is Turner Sports interested in the Unrivalved 3x3 league or simply settling after losing the NBA? Can Free Live Sports FAST channel launches provide a lifeline for challenger sports?

Regardless of size or type of organisation the sports media ecosystem is rapidly evolving. On this episode of StreamTime Sports co-host Nick Meacham and Chris Stone discuss the industry's biggest challenges and hottest topics in advance of SportsPro Madrid.   Listeners of StreamTime Sports can receive a 30% discount for a pass to SportsPro Madid using the code STREAMTIME30 at checkout. 

From determining who has the greatest responsibility in stopping sports piracy to whether or not something actually is IP theft, StreamTime Sports host Chris Stone debates SportsPro technology editor Steve McCaskill. The pair also discuss the launch of FloCollege, a European Super Bowl, UFC’s next broadcast deal, and Fubo TV’s partnership with the Athletic. Key points: Why the launch of FloCollege is meaningful for the US Sports market What should fans and sports do when there are no legal broadcast partners? Who is most responsible for piracy – rights holders, broadcasters, law enforcement, or fans? Does it make sense for the NFL to have a full slate of morning games on Sunday? Have we reached a saturation point for the NFL? Would Netflix strike a deal with the UFC given its relationship with WWE? Is Fubo TV and The Athletic’s partnership a good pairing? 

It's been a busy few weeks with breaking stories from NFL Media being put up for sale, DAZN’s legal battle in Germany and the Fifa Club World Cup still being without a broadcaster. There’s lot to discuss on this episode of StreamTime Sports, so co-hosts Nick Meacham and Chris Stone break down what you need to know about the latest stories. Key points: Why would the NFL want to sell NFL Media? Is Saudi’s PIF Fund the perfect match for DAZN? What is happening in the Bundesliga between Sky Sports and DAZN? Is Netflix-ifying the NFL the correct approach? How impactful is Netflix’s sponsorship approach with the upcoming Jake Paul v Mike Tyson fight? Are Fifa being unreasonable with their expectations on selling the Club World Cup? Can Dyn Media be a long term challenger for sports rights in Germany?

The scale for which AI will impact the sports industry is up for debate, so StreamTime Sports co-hosts Nick Meacham and Chris Stone decided to have at it.  Key points: Does big tech actually impact sports? What are the current practical uses for AI? Is innovation coming for your job? How can AI help leaders make decisions? 

In this engaging discussion, Steve McCaskill, a technology editor, unpacks the fascinating evolution of the Champions League since its inception in the 1950s and how broadcasting has changed the game. Alex Green, Sports MD at Amazon Prime Video, shares insights on why the Champions League is a key target for streaming services. The conversation dives into how tech advancements and branding have transformed viewer engagement, and what it means for the future of football broadcasting, particularly with the rise of digital platforms.

CazeTV’s disruptive approach to sports coverage has seen popular Brazilian influencer Casimiro given the keys to some of the world’s biggest sporting events for a unique alternative commentary. On this episode of StreamTime Sports co-hosts Nick Meacham and Chris Stone are joined by Sergio Lopes the co-founder of LiveMode to explore how the Brazilian platform is reimagining sports broadcasting. Talking points: How does Brazil’s sports media market compare to American and European markets? How has CazeTV approached broadcasting traditional properties like the Olympics, World Cup, and the NFL? Why are influencers like Casimiro so impactful in driving younger audiences to sports? How does alternative commentary like CazeTV complement traditional broadcast to build new fandom? How CazeTV’s approach increases opportunities for advertisers?

With an injunction being placed on Venu Sports in this episode of StreamTime Sports, Nick Meacham sits down with David Gandler, CEO of Fubo, to discuss the company’s ongoing legal battle and the broader implications for the sports streaming industry. Key Points: The latest news on the injunction of Fox Sports, Warner Bros, Discovery, and ESPN's Venu Sports joint venture Assessing the financial pressure on consumers as the number and price of subscriptions increases How Fubo is leverage new ad formats and data driven strategies to boost revenue and offer more targeted advertising opportunities How Fubo’s partnerships with RSNs and potential changes in localised rights could shape the future of sports streaming Balancing growth and profitability in a highly competitive and expensive market

In a social media driven world fans are demanding more content, the value of video highlights has reportedly grown 101% over the last five years. On this episode of StreamTime Sports co-hosts Nick Meacham and Chris Stone are joined by Ross Tanner, senior vice president at Magnifi to discuss the role of social media and the power of AI to monetise sports content.    Key Points: How valuable are non-live rights content and highlights? What bottlenecks do sports organisations face creating content at scale?  How is AI enhancing production and creating monetisation opportunities for highlights? How can organisations of all sizes leverage AI?  Why are highlights so impactful for driving engagement? 

With Ligue 1 and Serie A failing to secure international rights deals, two of Europe’s ‘big five’ leagues are foregoing traditional broadcast and opting for streaming. StreamTime Sports co-hosts Nick Meacham and Chris Stone discuss whether or not an OTT platform is a viable option for sports leagues or if it's simply the last resort of a desperate business. There’s also an RSN update and a preview of some of the changing conversations set to take place at SportsPro Madrid. Talking points: What market factors have prevented Ligue 1 and Serie A from finding a traditional broadcast deal? What are the pros and cons of going direct to consumer? Does Diamond Sports Group's renewed partnerships with the NBA and NHL signal hope for RSNs?  How has sports media changed over the last ten years? What innovation will have the biggest impact on sports in 2025?