Sporticast

Scott and Eben discuss the start of the NFL season, and Patrick Soon-Shiong’s interest in buying the Los Angeles Angels. They also briefly hit on a series of other sports business topics. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Scott and Eben discuss the start of the NFL season, which begins Thursday amid strong business growth. Fox is already 95% sold out of its Super Bowl ads, some of which cost $7 million per 30-seconds spot. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Scott and Eben discuss the business of the U.S. Open, where revenue from tickets, merchandise and concessions is booming. They also talk about the College Football Playoff, and the start of the NFL season. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Scott and Eben discuss the New York Yankees’ investment into Italian soccer giant AC Milan, its latest tie-up with PE firm RedBird Capital. They also talk about Serena Williams’ final tournament, the LIV Golf latest, and the NBA cutting prices for its digital service. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Scott and Eben chat with Ahmad Nassar, newly-named executive director of the Professional Tennis Players Association, about the economics of the sport and how the PTPA is planning to help innovate the business by building consensus among the athletes. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Scott and Eben discuss news that Los Angeles Angels owner Arte Moreno is exploring a sale of the club, which Sportico values at $2.5 billion. They also talk about the PGA Tour latest, and the Big Ten’s $7 billion media deals. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Scott and Jacob Feldman discuss what Arctos Sports’ latest NBA investment could mean for the future of sports in the Beehive State, plus what the US Open will look like if Novak Djokovic isn’t able to attend. Are there new stars waiting in the wings? They also discuss the up-and-down weekend for Americans in the English Premier League as well as Thursday Night Football heading to Amazon (hopefully...

Scott and Eben are joined by PointsBet’s U.S. CEO, Johnny Aitken, to discuss the sportsbook’s approach in the U.S. They discuss Susquehanna’s recent investment, the cost of new customers and how PointsBet differentiates itself in a crowded field. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Scott and Eben discuss the financial challenges facing FC Barcelona, which is selling off assets amid mounting debt. They also talk about a $100 million NWSL team, Air Jordan’s NASCAR debut, and the viral song behind Mets closer Edwin Diaz. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Scott and Eben discuss the looming retirement of the highest-paid female athlete in history. They also discuss the Big Ten’s massive next TV deal, and Endeavor’s decision to sell its 10 minor league baseball franchises. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Scott and Eben discuss the NWSL’s crypto partnership with now-bankrupt Voyager Digital, and what it means for the whole industry. They also discuss the latest from the NFL, including discipline for quarterback Deshaun Watson and owner Stephen Ross. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Scott and Eben speak with Stacey Moore, founder and commissioner of the American Cornhole League, about the sport’s growth and his organization’s unique business model. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Scott and Eben chat with Sportico valuations expert Kurt Badenhausen about the latest NFL valuations. The Cowboys top the list at $7.64 billion, with the average team worth $4.14 billion. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Scott and Eben are joined by Sportico’s Daniel Libit to discuss his new story about the tumultuous start to Kevin Warren’s Big Ten tenure. They also discuss Ben Navarro’s new tennis acquisition, and NWSL’s looming expansion. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Scott and Eben discuss the formal launch of NFL+, a streaming service that will please some football fans and be irrelevant to others. They also talk Green Bay Packers finances, WWE’s shakeup, and an interesting trademark battle with vast consequences. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Scott and Eben discuss Julio Rodriguez’s star turn at the MLB Home Run Derby, plus the NFL’s most successful ticket sellers, and a major milestone for esports. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Scott and Eben break down the latest insight into the NFL’s multi-billion dollar empire. They also discuss the looming ESPN+ price hike, and Juan Soto turning down a $440 million contract. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Scott and Eben discuss a new partnership between Fanatics and Nike in college sports. They also discuss Apple’s live sports strategy, the LIV Golf latest, and the NBA’s decision to fund payments for ABA players. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Scott and Jacob Feldman discuss why the former secretary of state would want to become a limited partner in Denver, and what it might mean for her future in sports (is she still eyeing a commissioner gig?). They also discuss the wide field expected to bid record amounts for Champions League media rights, YES Network’s app experimentation, and Dan Snyder’s ongoing battle with Congress. Learn more a...

Scott and Jacob Feldman discuss USC and UCLA’s move to the Big 10, and who could join next. They also discuss the NFLPA’s biometric data play; ownership updates for the Warriors, Trail Blazers, and Seahawks; a PR debacle in Dallas; and the strange case of the peanut pitcher put on pause. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Scott and Eben are joined by long-time sports banker Sal Galatioto to discuss his career, which includes dozens of team transactions in every major U.S. sport. Galatioto tells stories about some of the sports world’s biggest investors, including George Steinbrenner, Dan Snyder, and Tom Ricketts. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Scott and Eben discuss the latest in the ongoing Deshaun Watson saga. They also talk about a new NBA video game, and the first year of the NIL Era. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Scott and Eben discuss Stan Kroenke’s historic few months, becoming the first owner to win both a Super Bowl (Rams) and another major U.S. title (Avalanche) in the same year. They also discuss ESPN extending F1, Roger Goodell’s day in Washington, and the sale of Deltatre. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Eben is joined by Sportico colleague Jacob Feldman to discuss how the recent economic downturn affect sports owners, teams and fans. They also talk about changes in digital media, and a weird F1 anomaly. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Former Tennessee governor Bill Haslam is buying the NHL’s Nashville Predators, while MLS inks a long-term broadcast deal with Apple, and PointsBet lands a $65 million investment from a big name in trading. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices