Sporticast

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Oct 19, 2021 • 24min

LSU Owes $17 million in Dead Money to Fired Football Coach Ed Orgeron

Scott and Eben discuss the firing of LSU football coach Ed Orgeron, who is owed nearly $17 million under the remainder of his contract. They also discuss NHL franchise values, a funding round for LeBron James’ media company and legendary sports lawyer Jeffrey Mishkin. '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. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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Oct 14, 2021 • 22min

Boston Red Sox Welcome Younger Crowds As Team Advances in Playoffs

Scott and Eben talk to Sam Kennedy, president and CEO the Boston Red Sox, to discuss the team’s playoff run, historic Fenway Park, and the franchise’s role in Fenway Sports Group’s sports, tech and entertainment platform.'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. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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Oct 12, 2021 • 27min

Head: SeatGeek Going Public / NFLPA Boss Survives Vote

Scott and Eben discuss SeatGeek going public via SPAC acquisition, NFLPA boss DeMaurice Smith’s future after vote on his final term and the Saudi takeover of English soccer club Newcastle.'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. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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Oct 7, 2021 • 32min

New Pac-12 Boss George Kliavkoff Reflects on First 100 Days

Scott and Eben are joined by Pac-12 Conference commissioner George Kliavkoff, who talks about the rapidly-changing college sports landscape. Kliavkoff discusses NIL rules, an expanded playoff, the Pac-12’s unique media approach and how he appraoches parity in the all-important sport of football.  '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. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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Oct 5, 2021 • 31min

Brady’s New England Return, NBA Players Resist Vaccine Laws

Scott and Eben discuss Tom Brady’s return to New England, the latest in what’s been a strong opening month for NFL telecasts. They also discuss NBA players and their vaccines, the NWSL’s abuse reckoning, MLB postseason and the carriage dispute between MSG Network and Comcast.'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. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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Sep 30, 2021 • 26min

Fanatics Trading Cards Valued at $10B / Manning Brothers Rethink NFL TV

Scott and Eben discuss the new Fanatics trading card company, which raised $350 million before ever launching a product. They also discuss the NFL’s NFT plan, the Manning-cast, and changes in college sports.'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. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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Sep 28, 2021 • 25min

$20+ Billion Gambling Takeover / NBA and NHL Jersey Patches Deals

Join our partners at ESPN on Wednesday, September 29 at 10am ET/7am PST, featuring Olympian Lindsey Vonn and Brooklyn Nets star Blake Griffin at the inaugural ESPN Edge Virtual Conference. For free registration visit: https://accenture.touchcast.com/showtime/espn-edge/joinScott and Eben discuss DraftKings’ recent $20+ billion offer for European gambling operator Entain, plus another massive Clippers deal, a new round of jersey patch sales, and a new NFL playoff TV slot.'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. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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Sep 23, 2021 • 42min

LA Olympics Chief Talks Preparation, Taxpayers, Traffic

Scott and Eben chat with Kathy Carter, newly-appointed CEO of LA28, about the business behind the upcoming Los Angeles Olympics. They also talk with ESPN executive Kevin Lopes about the company’s ESPN Edge Conference, a virtual tech event next week.https://accenture.touchcast.com/showtime/espn-edge/join'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. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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Sep 21, 2021 • 27min

Billionaire Ballmer’s $1.8 Billion Arena / LeBron’s Production Company

Scott and Eben discuss Steve Ballmer’s plans for the Clippers’ new $1.8 billion arena in Los Angeles. They also talk about an investment in LeBron James’ media company, SportRadar’s IPO and a viral NFL video.'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. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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Sep 16, 2021 • 29min

Paul Rabil Talks Retirement, Lacrosse Legacy an d Future Goals

Scott and Eben speak with professional lacrosse player Paul Rabil about his recent retirement, the growth of his Premier Lacrosse League, and what business ventures might be on the horizon. '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. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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