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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Dec 6, 2022 • 34min
RSN, WTF? What’s Happening With the Sinclair Regional Sports Networks
Scott and Eben speak with sports media consultant Lee Berke about the recent shakeup at Sinclair’s RSN empire, and what it means for the billion-dollar enterprise. They also talk NBA investments, NFL media, and NWSL sales. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Dec 1, 2022 • 32min
Billionaire Buys Into Capitals, Wizards / USWNT World Cup Boost
Scott and Eben discuss Jeff Skoll’s investment into Monumental Sports & Entertainment, the parent of the Capitals and Wizards. They also talk World Cup, NFL licensing, and layoffs at Candy Digital. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Nov 29, 2022 • 28min
Fox Posts Big Thanksgiving Ratings / NFL Player Wears Big Hat
Scott and Eben discuss a big weekend for Fox Sports, with large viewership across NFL, NCAA and World Cup games. They also talk about the U.S. team in Qatar, and an NFL player’s big hat. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Nov 24, 2022 • 30min
ManU, Too! Plus Fox Sports’ Historic TV Weekend
Scott and Eben discuss the latest at Manchester United, yet another major sports team exploring a sale. They also talk World Cup, Bob Iger, and Fox’s historic Thanksgiving weekend TV slate. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Nov 22, 2022 • 30min
U.S. Opens World Cup Amid Pressure of Entire American Soccer Industry
Scott and Eben discuss the start of the World Cup, and what’s at stake for the American soccer business as Team USA returns to the event. They also talk about Bob Iger’s return to Disney, and the red hot New Jersey Devils. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Nov 17, 2022 • 34min
World Cup Billions, NYCFC’s Stadium, and Introducing La Previa!
Scott and Eben discuss the billions spent on the upcoming World Cup, and NYCFC finally landing a stadium site. They also introduce the next Sportico podcast—La Previa—a Spanish-language sports business show hosted by LaLiga North America CEO Boris Gartner and Sportico reporter Asli Pelit. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Nov 15, 2022 • 30min
FTX Crypto Crash Hits Million-Dollar Sports Sponsorships
Scott and Eben discuss the rapid collapse of FTX’s cryptocurrency empire, and how it affects the company’s sports partners. They also talk about the legal fight between Fubo Gaming and the New York Jets. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Nov 10, 2022 • 34min
Moving Beyond Tickets with SeatGeek CEO Jack Groetzinger
Scott and Eben speak with SeatGeek cofounder and CEO Jack Groetzinger about the company’s dramatic last few months, including a $1 billion valuation, new commercial partnerships, and technology beyond ticketing. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Nov 8, 2022 • 29min
Liverpool Too!? English Soccer Giant Another Team for Sale
Scott and Eben discuss the potential sale of Liverpool FC, the latest multibillion-dollar sports team to hit the market. They also discuss the NBA’s new private equity plan, and how to interpret DraftKings’ latest financials. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Nov 3, 2022 • 32min
What Dan Snyder’s Commanders Sale Bombshell Means
Scott and Eben discuss Dan Snyder’s decision to hire a bank to explore a sale of the Washington Commanders – what we know and what we don’t regarding a major NFL development. They also talk about the pending sale of the Ottawa Senators. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
