Bloomberg Business of Sports

Former Arizona Coyotes General Manager John Chayka joins Michael Barr and Mike Lynch to discuss his rise to the team's front office at the age of 26. Plus, U.S. Soccer reaches a $24 million agreement with the women’s national team, and the 2022 Beijing Olympics draw the lowest U.S. ratings ever. All that and more on this weekend edition of Bloomberg Business of Sports. See omnystudio.com/listener...

Michael Barr and Mike Lynch discuss the latest on the MLB lockout and the controversy over Phil Mickelson's comments about the organizers of the Saudi-financed breakaway Super League. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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Big East Basketball is back in the hunt for both men's and women's national titles. Scarlet Fu and Mike Lynch are joined by Big East Commissioner Val Ackerman, they discuss how the league sets itself apart, and where name, image and likeness rights go from here. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The numbers are in for Super Bowl LVI viewership; Rams-Bengals had the largest audience for a Super Bowl in five seasons. Plus, some high profile PGA Tour players have been considering offers from the rumored Saudi-backed Super League. Scarlet Fu and Mike Lynch discuss all that and more on this Wednesday edition of Bloomberg Business of Sports. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Hosts Michael Barr, Scarlet Fu and Mike Lynch are joined by Hive Enterprise AI President Dan Calpin. They break down the big winners of Superbowl Sunday, where ads were more expensive than ever. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Michael Barr, Scarlet Fu, and Mike Lynch catch up with SoFi Stadium Managing Director Jason Gannon. They discuss the long preparation that goes into hosting Super Bowl LVI, and the challenges of hiring and retaining staff. Plus, they speak with Martin Edel, Goulston & Storrs Sports Law Practice Co-Chair and Columbia Law Professor, about former Miami Dolphins head coach Brian Flores and his dis...

Michael Barr, Scarlet Fu, and Mike Lynch are joined by Martin Edel, Goulston & Storrs Sports Law Practice Co-Chair and Columbia Law Professor. They discuss former Miami Dolphins head coach Brian Flores's lawsuit accusing the NFL and teams of violating civil rights laws, and where things stand with the lockout in Major League Baseball. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Michael Barr, Scarlet Fu, and Mike Lynch discuss the soaring Super Bowl prices, Los Angeles Rams owner Stan Kroenke's financial success, and record low ratings for the Winter Olympics Opening Ceremony. All that and more on this Monday Edition of Bloomberg Business of Sports. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

He is the most decorated Winter Olympian in U.S. history, with a record eight medals over three Olympic Games. Apolo Ohno joins Michael Barr, Scarlet Fu, and Mike Lynch to break down the winter games, and give his insight on what it takes to perform on the international stage. Plus, Bloomberg News Reporter Kurumi Mori is on the ground in Beijing to give us the local perspective. All that and more...

Michael Barr, Scarlet Fu, and Mike Lynch recap an incredible weekend in the National Football League. They also discuss this year's superbowl matchup in LA, and the future of star quarterback Tom Brady. All that and more on this Monday edition of Bloomberg Business of Sports. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Michael Barr, Scarlet Fu, and Mike Lynch catch up with NFL Hall of Famer Terrell Owens. They reflect on his storied career in the league, get his take on the Conference Championship matchups, and discuss his new business venture with social media platform, TruSo. All that and more on this weekend edition of Bloomberg Business of Sports. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Scarlet Fu and Mike Lynch speak with WNBA star and Associate Attorney for Labor & Employment at Hall & Estill, Iciss Tillis. She gives her expertise on the NCAA's NIL policies, and the challenges former athletes face after retirement from sports. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Michael Barr, Scarlet Fu, and Mike Lynch recap an incredible weekend in the National Football League, and discuss the future for Tom Brady and Aaroon Rodgers. Plus, Fenway Sports Group climbs the ladder in Forbes’ latest rankings of sports empires. All that and more on this Monday edition of Bloomberg Business of Sports. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Candy Digital is a next generation digital collectible company offering digital assets for fans and collectors. Michael Barr, Scarlet Fu, and Mike Lynch speak with CEO Scott Lawin about the company's partnership with Major League Baseball, the competitive landscape for NFTs, and Candy's foray into the NIL market. All that and more on this Thursday edition of Bloomberg Business of Sports. See omnys...

The Premier Hockey Federation has announced a commitment from the Board of Governors to invest over $25 million in direct payments and benefits to its players over the next three years. Join Michael Barr, Scarlet Fu, and Mike Lynch as they discuss the implications for women's hockey in North America, the 'Joker'-less Australian Open, and more... On this Wednesday edition of Bloomberg Business of S...

The National Basketball Association is expanding in Africa through a deal that values its operations on the continent at $1 billion. Mike Lynch and Scarlet Fu catch up with NBA Africa CEO Victor Williams and find out where he sees the growth of the league in 3-5 years. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Former NFL quarterback Eli Manning is joining private equity firm, Brand Velocity Partners, as he enters a new stage of his career. Michael Barr, Scarlet Fu, and Mike Lynch speak with the two-time Superbowl winning MVP about his new role with the firm, his thoughts on the playoffs, and his other business endeavors. All that and more on this weekend edition of Bloomberg Business of Sports. See omny...

It's a blockbuster deal in the world of golf...The USGA and ProMedica have announced a long-term partnership that includes presenting partner rights for the U.S. Women's Open, which means more eyeballs on the sport, and bigger checks for the athletes involved. Hosts Scarlet Fu and Mike Lynch discuss with U.S. Golf Association CEO Mike Whan. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

On this special episode of the Business of Sports: One of the most successful, and controversial, athletes of his generation, Alex Rodriguez quietly built a real estate empire over two decades. Now, five years after retiring from baseball, he's accelerating his transformation from former athlete to investor and owner — with an eye on his legacy, and maybe a dose of redemption.  See omnystudio.com/...

Michael Barr, Scarlet Fu, and Mike Lynch speak to the biggest names in the business of sports. Who better to talk to this week than SEC commissioner Greg Sankey. Hell help us break down the College Football National Champions between the SEC powerhouse Georgia Bulldogs and Alabama Crimson Tide, as well walking us though how the conference was able to keep all its athletics during Covid-19. See omn...

Michael Barr, Rich Trueman and Damian Sassower and bring you the Bloomberg Business of Sports Fantasy Podcast. The trio reflects on the final fantasy week of the 2021 NFL season. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Scarlet Fu, Michael Barr and Mike Lynch discuss Antonio Brown's departure from the Tampa Bay Buccaneers, the upcoming SEC dominated College Football Playoff title game, and unbelievable temperatures from the NHL's Winter Classic. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

He has a new book about the Celtics during the Larry Bird era called “Wish It Lasted Forever: Life with the Larry Bird Celtics.” How has the NBA business changed from the then to today? Mike Lynch and Michael Barr speak with Boston Globe Sports Columnist and Associate Editor Dan Shaughnessy. They also touch on the impact of the omicron variant on pro sports and the legacy of the late John Madden....

Michael Barr, Rich Trueman and Damian Sassower and bring you the Bloomberg Business of Sports Fantasy Podcast. The trio breaks down week 17 of the NFL season. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.