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 7, 2023 • 31min
Super Bowl Biz Breakdown / Man City Penalties
Scott and Eben discuss the NFL’s booming business as it enters its most important week of the year. They also talk about what Manchester City’s potential punishment means for European soccer, and why right-handed defenseman are paid more in the NHL. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Feb 2, 2023 • 30min
Tom Brady Retires “For Good”… For Now
Scott and Eben discuss Tom Brady’s most recent retirement, and what it means for Brady’s future with Fox Sports. They also talk about NWSL expansion, and the electrolyte battle between Coke’s Body Armour and Pepsi’s Gatorade. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Jan 31, 2023 • 29min
In the Arms of an Angel, Chiefs & Eagles Reach Super Bowl
Scott and Eben discuss the Super Bowl showdown between the Philadelphia Eagles and Kansas City Chiefs. They also talk about Jim Dolan’s recent FOX 5 interview, FaZe Clan shoes, and how Sarah McLachlan’s “Angel” fits into the Super Bowl. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Jan 26, 2023 • 29min
Angels off the Market / Premier League Valuations
Scott and Eben discuss Los Angeles Angels owner Arte Moreno pulling the MLB team off the market. They also discuss Sportico’s Premier League valuations, eye-popping numbers for women’s cricket in India, and Sapphire Sport’s latest funding round. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Jan 24, 2023 • 30min
Playoff Games in Cold Places / Supermarket Battle
Scott and Eben discuss the latest with the NFL playoffs, including the financial motivations behind a possible shift to neutral-site conference title games. They also talk about licensed consumer products, and the unique sale of the Portland Thorns. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Jan 19, 2023 • 30min
Big League Meets Little League / Messi vs. Ronaldo
Scott and Eben discuss a major business tie-up in youth baseball, where David Blitzer and Josh Harris are buying a second little league platform and merging the two. They also chat SRX Racing, and Messi vs. Ronaldo in Saudi Arabia. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Jan 17, 2023 • 31min
NFL Playoffs Youth Movement / Tennis Hits Netflix
Scott and Eben discuss the opening round of the NFL playoffs, as young quarterbacks seize the spotlight. They also talk about Netflix's new tennis series, Kevin Warren's new job, and the WWE latest. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Jan 12, 2023 • 36min
The Smell of Success with Georgia AD Josh Brooks
Scott and Eben speak with Georgia AD Josh Brooks following the Bulldogs’ second straight national title. They discuss the granular things that Brooks prioritizes, like the smell of the stadium, the taste of the ice, and the price of concessions. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Jan 10, 2023 • 30min
Vince McMahon Returns to WWE / NFL Playoffs Set
Scott and Eben discuss Vince McMahon’s surprise return to WWE, and his plans to potentially sell the wrestling company. They also talk NFL playoffs, the college football championship, and the silence surrounding Dana White. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Jan 5, 2023 • 31min
Ronaldo in Riyadh / NCAA Changes Afoot
Scott and Eben discuss Cristiano Ronaldo’s introduction to his new club in Saudi Arabia. They also discuss an ugly incident involving UFC president Dana White, changes coming to the NCAA, and Fanatics’ latest move. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
