StreamTime Sports

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?

Topping out at as much as $740 per year, the cost for YouTube TV’s NFL Sunday Ticket has deeply upset fans. Nick Meacham and Chris Stone discuss whether or not the price tag is justified; plus the latest news on the Venu Sports injunction; Amazon’s integrations with DAZN and TNT, as well as the Bundesliga legal disputes. Key points Is the NFL responsible for Sunday Ticket’s premium cost? How is Apple driving up prices? What’s next for ESPN, Warner Bros Discovery and Fox with Venu? Why is Amazon collaborating with DAZN and TNT Sports? The latest on DAZN's legal action against the Bundesliga

NBC's Peacock and Discovery+ played a pivotal role in the Olympics viewership rebound at Paris 2024. StreamTime Sports co-hosts Nick Meacham and Chris Stone delve into how streaming services elevated coverage of the Summer Games, as well as covering the start of a new Premier League season and growing YouTube consumption.    What to make of the Paris 2024 viewership figures?  How impactful was streaming for the success of the Olympics? Where did the Olympics miss opportunities? How has the Premier League 'gone clear' of rival leagues? Can the Premier League continue to rely on international success? What to make of YouTube's growing connected TV consumption Will YouTube add more sports rights?

Chris Stone, co-host of StreamTime Sports, teams up with Steve McCaskill, a tech editor specializing in sports innovations. They dive into the launch of the Sky Sports+ app, which seeks to enhance fans' experiences. Discussion highlights also include the potential impact of losing the NBA rights on Warner Bros Discovery’s finances. The duo analyzes how ESPN managed to turn its streaming business around and the significance of DAZN’s acquisition of non-league soccer, alongside examining Newcastle’s OTT platform and its subscription potential.