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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Oct 25, 2022 • 27min
World Series Showdown Set / F1 to Remain on ESPN
Scott and Eben discuss the looming World Series matchup between the Philadelphia Phillies and Houston Astros. They also chat F1/ESPN, and major new investments into professional pickleball. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Oct 20, 2022 • 31min
NFL Ownership Drama / Fubo Sportsbook Folds
Scott and Eben discuss drama at NFL ownership meetings, including the first owner to call for Dan Snyder's ouster. They also touch on Steve Ballmer's new streaming service, and a sportsbook going out of business. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Oct 18, 2022 • 41min
“Arbitrage on Sexism”: NWSL Owners Discuss Investment Opportunity
Scott and Eben speak with two NWSL owners, Kara Nortman (Angel City FC) and Angie Long (Kansas City Current), about the league’s rapid business growth, the unfortunate revelations of the past few weeks, and how to approach investment in professional women’s soccer. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Oct 13, 2022 • 32min
Athletes Find Business Leverage / NFL Police Reports
Scott and Eben discuss the shifting dynamics between players and leagues, as technology and data rights become more valuable parts of sports business. They also talk about a pair of police reports filed this week against NFL players. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Oct 11, 2022 • 31min
The Curious Case of Rokit’s Sports Deals / NHL Season Preview
Scott and Eben discuss a company called Rokit, which signed $100+ million worth of sports deals in 2018-2019 and failed to finish paying any of them. They also talk NHL and NFL latest. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Oct 6, 2022 • 29min
All Rise! Judge’s 62nd Homer is a Milestone For Baseball, Media
Scott and Eben discuss Aaron Judge’s historic 62nd home run, and what it means for sports media, memorabilia, and Judge’s next contract. They also talk about the growing NWSL abuse scandal, the Suns sale, and early returns from Amazon’s exclusive NFL games. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Oct 4, 2022 • 31min
Systemic Abuse in Women’s Soccer / NFL’s Concussion Issue
Scott and Eben discuss the ugly details laid out in a year-long investigation of abuse allegations within U.S. Soccer and NWSL. They also talk about Shohei Ohtani’s new contract, and Tua Tagovailoa’s concussions. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Sep 29, 2022 • 34min
MLS Valuations Soar, Led by $900 Million LAFC
Scott and Eben are joined by Sportico’s Kurt Badenhausen to discuss his latest MLS valuations. The average MLS club is now worth $582 million, with LAFC topping $900 million. The trio breaks down the eye-popping numbers. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Sep 27, 2022 • 29min
NFL Revamps Super Bowl Halftime Show, And Pro Bowl
Scott and Eben discuss the latest from the NFL, which has a new sponsor for the Super Bowl halftime show and an a-list headliner for February’s game. It is also rethinking the Pro Bowl. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Sep 22, 2022 • 26min
Sarver Selling Suns / NBA Mulling More Competitive Pay
Scott and Eben discuss Robert Sarver’s decision to sell the Suns and Mercury amid public pressure. They also talk about executive compensation in sports, and what the NBA is mulling to boost it. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
