The Wisdom Circle

On a special episode of the Wisdom Circle, co-hosts Tony Ponturo and Ray Warren reflect on favorite moments from the podcast, the World Cup craze, and a special announcement before the podcast takes a break for the summer. We wish everyone a safe holiday and Happy 250th Birthday America!

On a new episode of The Wisdom Circle Podcast, co-hosts Tony Ponturo and Ray Warren welcome Steven Justman, an operating partner + board member as they discuss a range of topics from his early career in media to the complexity of mergers and acquisitions.

On a new episode of The Wisdom Circle Podcast with Tony Ponturo and Ray Warren, our producer Ramon Ramos joins us to discuss his pivot from sports, media & sales to his new role at The Ross School, teaching at St. John's University, local business development, coaching high school basketball and more.

Ray Katz, President of Media & Business Intelligence at Collegiate Sports Management Group, joins The Wisdom Circle Podcast to talk about NIL, Sponsorships, Rights Fees, Esports and more with co-hosts Tony Ponturo and Ray Warren.

Lindsay Krasnoff, a sports diplomacy expert, marketing consultant, and Clinical Assistant Professor at the NYU Tisch Institute of Global Sports, joins a new episode of The Wisdom Circle Podcast to speak on the seldom discussed topic of global sports diplomacy. With co-hosts Tony Ponturo and Ray Warren.

The Wisdom Circle Podcast is excited to welcome media pioneer and current Senior Advisor for The Boston Consulting Group, David Verklin. A recognized media leader, David shares his unique perspective on a number of topics including leadership, media planning + pitching strategies and business integrity. With co-hosts Tony Ponturo and Ray Warren.

On a new episode of the Wisdom Circle, co-hosts Tony Ponturo and Ray Warren are joined by Ed Desser, President of Desser Sports Media. Ed shares memorable moments from his career at the NBA to sports media rights, valuation and strategy and more that he works on today.

Global media & advertising CEO Joe Uva, President Gull Point Advisors, joins a new episode of The Wisdom Circle with Tony Ponturo + Ray Warren

Global Media Executive (Univision / NBCU Telemundo / Netflix) Eli Velazquez joins the Wisdom Circle Podcast to share his career experience in sports and entertainment production. With co-hosts Tony Ponturo & Ray Warren

The Wisdom Circle Podcast welcomes Programming Executive Tom Stathakes to discuss his career journey and navigating the ever-changing media landscape from creative control to shifts in corporate ownership. Tom joins co-hosts Tony Ponturo + Ray Warren

EJ Johnston, CEO of 3ICE, a professional three-on-three ice hockey league based in the United States, joins The Wisdom Circle podcast to discuss his career journey and where the future of "snackable sports" is heading. With co-hosts Tony Ponturo & Ray Warren

Lee Igel, a clinical professor at the NYU Tisch Institute for Global Sport joins co-hosts Tony Ponturo and Ray Warren on a new episode of The Wisdom Circle to discuss the evolution of sports education and more.

On a new episode of The Wisdom Circle, co-hosts Tony Ponturo + Ray Warren are joined by media executive, speaker and soon-to-be author Peter Agiovlassistis as they discuss a range of topics including the value and importance of bridging generation gaps and learning from one another.

The Wisdom Circle Podcast returns after a short summer break to welcome Founder + President of DANGERTV Alvaro Saralegui, as he discusses his unique career path and insights from Sports Illustrated to NFL to his current ventures. With hosts Tony Ponturo & Ray Warren

Eric Simonson, an Academy Award-winning film, theatre and opera writer + director, joins hosts Tony Ponturo and Ray Warren on a new episode of The Wisdom Circle Podcast. Eric holds the distinction of being one of only a handful of directors who has received Tony, Emmy and Oscar nominations.

Speaker / Advisor / Author & Media Ecologist Jack Myers joins The Wisdom Circle Podcast to discuss a range of subjects including the evolution of the CMO and the evolution & trajectory of the media landscape. Hosted by Tony Ponturo & Ray Warren. www.thewisdomcirclepodcast.com

The Wisdom Circle welcomes NBC Sports President Acquisitions & Partnerships, Jon Miller to the podcast to discuss topics ranging from the impact of relationship building to recent announcements in the basketball world and advice for aspiring young sports professionals. Hosted by Tony Ponturo & Ray Warren.

Michael Kassan, American Advertising Federation Hall of Fame Inductee & CEO of 3C Ventures, shares his incredible career journey and unique perspective in today's business climate on The Wisdom Circle Podcast, with Tony Ponturo & Ray Warren

In part 2 of The Wisdom Circle Podcast's chat with MarketCast's Danielle Byrd (SVP Tech, Platforms & Partnerships), co-hosts Tony Ponturo and Ray Warren cover topics including intentionality in the workplace, maintaining industry relationships, and the technological impact on consumer behavior.

On this week's podcast, Danielle Byrd, SVP Tech, Platforms & Partnerships at MarketCast, joins co-hosts Tony Ponturo and Ray Warren to discuss a range of topics including client engagement, strategic thinking and the increasing role of AI in business.

In the second part of their anniversary episode, co-hosts Tony Ponturo and Ray Warren discuss the impact of social media and trust as they look ahead to their goals for the next year of guests and conversations on The Wisdom Circle Podcast.

On a special 1-year anniversary episode of The Wisdom Circle Podcast, co-hosts Tony Ponturo and Ray Warren share experiences launching the podcast and sharing key takeaways and memorable guest moments from the past year.

In part 2, Yes Network's Head of Marketing & Creative Bill Bergofin covers a range of topics with co-hosts Tony Ponturo and Ray Warren including navigating consumer culture and brand connection as well experiences with iconic television programming. For more information, please visit us at www.thewisdomcircle.com

Bill Bergofin, Head of Marketing & Creative for the YES Network, joins co-hosts Tony Ponturo and Ray Warren on a new episode of The Wisdom Circle Podcast. Bill, Tony & Ray discuss the importance of storytelling and how to reach your desired audience. For more information, please visit us at www.thewisdomcircle.com

In part 2 of The Wisdom Circle Podcast's conversation with early career production and content creator Erin Flynn, co-hosts Tony Ponturo and Ray Warren offer advice on networking strategies, plus tips on building better communication skills, confidence, value and more.