Sporticast
Sportico
'Sporticast' is a new podcast hosted by business journalists Scott Soshnick and Eben Novy-Williams from Sportico that will deliver the inside scoop on the intersection of money and sports. From billion-dollar valuations to team sales, sponsorship contracts and media rights, go behind the scenes on the deals that power the global sports economy. For more coverage and information, be sure to check out sportico.com
Episodes
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Feb 29, 2024 • 43min
“Money Follows Money” w/ NBA Player Larry Nance Jr.
Scott and Eben speak with New Orleans Pelicans forward Larry Nance Jr. about his investment in English soccer club Leeds, his off-court business approach, and what the NBA can do to make the All-Star Weekend more compelling. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Feb 27, 2024 • 35min
Should Fans Storm the Court? Plus, the New MLB Uniform Uproar
Scott and Eben discuss yet another high-profile injury after college fans storm the court. They also talk about the MLB/Nike uniform uproar, the LA Clippers rebrand, and the NCAA suffering yet another legal setback. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Feb 22, 2024 • 36min
World’s 100 Most Valuable Teams / Messi Season Kicks Off
Scott and Eben discuss a new Sportico ranking of the 100 most valuable sports teams in the world. They also talk about Leo Messi’s first full season in Major League Soccer, and Apple’s continued push into sports. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Feb 20, 2024 • 38min
NBA All-Star Game / Nike, Fanatics Jersey Criticism
Scott and Eben break down the NBA All-Star Game, which draws criticism for the same thing every year. They also talk about the latest NHL outdoor games, criticism from MLB players over the latest Nike/Fanatics on-field uniforms, and the MLS season kickoff. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Feb 15, 2024 • 33min
Caitlin Clark Mania / NBA All-Star Innovation
Scott and Eben discuss the commercial stardom of Iowa basketball’s Caitlin Clark. They also talk about an upcoming LSU documentary, the College Football Playoff’s next ESPN deal, and a breakdown of the tech being used at the NBA All-Star game in Indianapolis. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Feb 13, 2024 • 30min
Dunkin’, T-Swift and Usher Headline a Super Bowl Recap
Scott and Eben recap the Super Bowl from all angles—the Chiefs’ comeback win, the Era of Patrick Mahomes, Usher’s halftime show, the commercials, and some guerilla marketing right after the game. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Feb 8, 2024 • 41min
Breaking Down the ESPN/Fox/Discovery Streaming Service
Eben and Jacob Feldman break down the big news of the week: what we know (and what we don’t) about the three-way sports streaming bundle being launched by ESPN, Fox and Warner Bros. Discovery. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Feb 6, 2024 • 33min
Super Bowl Shows NFL Embrace of Las Vegas/Sports Betting
Scott and Eben discuss the latest from the NFL’s Super Bowl week in Las Vegas. They also talk about Theo Epstein’s return to Fenway and the NHL All-Star Game. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Feb 1, 2024 • 37min
Orioles Sales Set For $1.73B / PGA Tour Investment Finalizes
Scott and Eben discuss the pending sale of the Baltimore Orioles to a group led by billionaire David Rubenstein for $1.73 billion. They also talk about investment into the PGA Tour, the Super Bowl latest, and Florida State University’s courting PE money for its athletic department. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Jan 30, 2024 • 31min
Super Bowl Matchup The Natural Conclusion For Season of Kelce/Swift
Scott and Eben discuss the Super Bowl matchup between the Kansas City Chiefs and San Francisco 49ers. They also talk about an investment into the PGA Tour, and continuing fallout of the latest Vince McMahon allegations. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
