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Sporticast

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'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

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Sportico

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News

Podcast website

sportico.com

Latest episode

Jul 9, 2026

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Episodes

Unfinished Business: Women’s Hoops Doc Details WNBA History 16.06.2022

Scott and Eben speak with sports owner Clara Wu Tsai and filmmaker Alison Klayman about their new documentary “Unfinished Business,” which details the history of the WNBA through the lens of the New York Liberty, which the Tsais purchased in 2019. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Cricket’s Billion-Dollar Media Deals / Del Rio’s $100,000 Fine 14.06.2022

Scott and Eben discuss the Indian Premier League’s new round of billion-dollar media rights. They also discuss Jack Del Rio’s $100,000 fine, the LIV Golf latest, and an NBA business venture in China. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Rob Walton to Buy Broncos in $4.6 Billion Deal 09.06.2022

Scott and Eben discuss the sale of the Denver Broncos, to Rob Walton, for a record $4.6 billion. They also talk about the latest in professional golf’s upheaval. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Broncos Bids Are Due, Trail Blazers Might Be Next 07.06.2022

The second round of bidding for the Denver Broncos concluded on Monday evening. Plus a $2+ billion offer for the Portland Trail Blazers, a $3 billion valuation for HBSE, and the latest in the pro golf shakeup. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Golf’s Rubicon Moment Arrives / SeatGeek SPAC Deal Dissolves 02.06.2022

Scott and Eben discuss the latest in LIV Golf’s challenge to the pro golf establishment, including Dustin Johnson’s surprise move and a sponsor’s reaction. They also discuss the termination of a high-profile SPAC deal, another European soccer purchase, and the latest in the Broncos sale. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Champions League Debacle, NBA Finals Matchup Set 31.05.2022

Scott and Eben discuss what went wrong at the Champions League final in Paris, where police used tear gas on fans and the start of the match was delayed 35 minutes. They also discuss the NBA Finals, and a new funding round for Big League Advance. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

American Money Eyes Mexican Soccer, NFL Biz Latest 26.05.2022

Scott and Eben discuss another potential U.S. investment into Mexican soccer. They also talk about the quirks of the All-NBA vote, and some NFL business. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Longest-Tenured U.S. Commissioner Getting Extension, MLS Keeps Mexican Business 24.05.2022

Scott and Eben discuss a looming extension for Gary Bettman, who’s run the NHL for the past 30 years. They also discuss the relationship between MLS and the Mexican national soccer teams, and the XFL’s new ESPN deal. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

U.S. Soccer’s New Economics, Plus Latest on NCAA’s Finances, Brittney Griner 19.05.2022

Eben and Sportico reporter Emily Caron discuss the new U.S. soccer labor peace, which will see the men’s and women’s national teams paid equally. They also discuss the latest with Brittney Griner’s detention, and with the NCAA.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Sports SPACs Dry Up, Apollo Mulls $1+ Billion Mexican Soccer Deal 17.05.2022

Eben is joined by Sportico’s Corey Leff to discuss the ice cold SPAC market, the innovation underway at lower tier leagues, and a $1.25 billion investment proposal from Apollo. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

LeBron James Tops Highest Paid Athletes as Star-Backed Ventures Soar 12.05.2022

Scott and Eben are joined by Sportico valuations expert Kurt Badenhausen to break down the 100 highest paid athletes in the world. LeBron James is first at $127 million, followed by soccer stars Lionel Messi, Cristiano Ronaldo and Neymar.   Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Chelsea Sells for $3.1 Billion / Magic Joins Broncos Bidding 10.05.2022

Scott and Eben discuss the sale of English soccer giant Chelsea, one of the most expensive transactions in sports franchise history. They also talk about the F1 race in Miami, and the latest in the sale of the Denver Broncos, which will almost certainly fetch more than Chelsea. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

How F1 Became an Overnight Sensation in America 05.05.2022

Eben and Sportico reporter Asli Pelit discuss the Formula 1 race this weekend in Miami, and how new ownership transformed the sport’s popularity in the U.S. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

College Sports Confronts “Runaway Train” of Reform 03.05.2022

Eben and Sportico reporter Daniel Libit discuss the upheaval currently underway in college sports, including new rights for athletes, state laws, anti-trust lawsuits, and a big job opening at the NCAA. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Military Mulls College Sports Takeover, Mark Emmert Steps Down 28.04.2022

Scott and Eben discuss a recent Sportico story about a proposal for the Department of Defense to fund athletic scholarships for tens of thousands of students in exchange for military service. They also talk about Mark Emmert’s surprise decision to step down, Elon Musk’s Twitter purchase and the Super Bowl champions on a real estate binge. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoi...

Chelsea Sale Winds Down, Arctos Hits $3.9 Billion 26.04.2022

Scott and Eben talk about the Chelsea sale, which now includes Serena Williams, Lewis Hamilton and John Terry. They also discuss the Arctos Sports Partners war chest and Netflix’s bad week. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Yankees President Break Down MLB Team’s $7 Billion Business Empire 21.04.2022

Scott and Eben speak with New York Yankees president Randy Levine about the team’s recent $7 billion valuations, its non-baseball business, and why the team is staying away from private equity money. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Five Broncos Bidders Reach Next Round / USFL Debuts 19.04.2022

Scott and Eben discuss the latest in the sale of the Denver Broncos, plus the USFL’s debut weekend, the Chelsea sale, and Syracuse University renaming its iconic Carrier Dome. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

New Franchise Valuations and the Commanders Controversy 14.04.2022

Scott's back from vacation to talk about the new valuations for all the sports teams and which MLB team has the most valuable sports franchise in the world. They also discuss the controversy surrounding Dan Snyder's Commanders. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Scottie Scheffler’s Meteoric Rise / Why Baseball Looks Different on TV 12.04.2022

Eben is joined by Jacob Feldman to discuss The Masters, Apple’s entry into live sports, and how tech is changing the way we watch sports. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

National Championships, NIL and NCAA with PlayFly’s Christy Hedgpeth 07.04.2022

Scott and Eben chat with Christy Hedgpeth, president of Playfly Sports Properties, about the commercial growth of women’s college basketball, and other rapid changes to the billion-dollar business of college sports.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Coach K’s Duke Career Ends, Coach Staley’s Stock Soars 05.04.2022

Scott and Eben discuss the latest from the NCAA tournament, including Coach K’s final game, and South Carolina’s national title. They also talk about Dan Snyder’s latest scandal, and Tiger Woods potentially returning to the Masters. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

F1 Hits Vegas Strip / NFL Considers New Streaming Service 31.03.2022

Scott and Eben discuss F1’s plans to race in Las Vegas in 2023. They also talk about the Final Four, the NFL’s streaming options, and the pervasive nature of “Man Cave” marketing. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

NFL’s Bills Land Record $850 Million Public Subsidy for New Stadium 29.03.2022

Scott and Eben discus the record $850 million public subsidy secured by the NFL’s Buffalo Bills for a new stadium. They also talk March Madness, and the Chelsea latest. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

St. Peter’s Is Already Capitalizing on Cinderella NCAA Run 24.03.2022

St. Peter’s athletic director Rachelle Paul joins the Sporticast to talk about the Peacocks’ surprise run to the Sweet Sixteen, plus what it means for the school and athletic department moving forward. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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