Today’s podcast breaks down Penn Entertainment’s most recent earnings report, including ESPN BET’s performance. We talk through revenue, EBITDA, hold percentage, product enhancements, marketing spend, and much more. Enjoy! Ps. I recently launched a sports business community on Microsoft Teams. Join here: https://teams.live.com/l/community/FAAIJe0ERyXmJDuOQw 

Bryson Sullivan is an aerospace engineer and one of the smartest minds in Formula 1. We sat down to discuss last weekend’s Miami Grand Prix, including Lando Norris’ first-ever F1 win, and so much more. Enjoy!  Ps. I recently launched a sports business community on Microsoft Teams. Join here: https://teams.live.com/l/community/FAAIJe0ERyXmJDuOQw 

Caleb Williams and Marvin Harrison Jr. aren't using NFLPA-certified agents. Is this a one-off coincidence or a sign of bigger things to come? Today’s podcast breaks it down. Enjoy! Ps. I recently launched a sports business community on Microsoft Teams. Join here: https://teams.live.com/l/community/FAAIJe0ERyXmJDuOQw 

Today’s podcast breaks down the news that the English premier League will be adding a hard salary cap. We examine the details, talk through potential benefits and consequences, and we’ll even explore how this has American influence written all of it. Enjoy! Ps. I recently launched a sports business community on Microsoft Teams. Join here: https://teams.live.com/l/community/FAAIJe0ERyXmJDuOQw 

Golf fans want to blame viewership woes on LIV Golf and/or Tiger's absence. But the real problem goes much deeper...and it won't be easy to fix. Today’s podcast breaks it down. Enjoy! Ps. I recently launched a sports business community on Microsoft Teams. Join here: https://teams.live.com/l/community/FAAIJe0ERyXmJDuOQw 

Caitlin Clark will almost certainly be underpaid her entire WNBA career. But Clark’s dominance offers a more promising future for the league’s top players. Today’s podcast breaks down the numbers. Enjoy!Ps. I recently launched a sports business community on Microsoft Teams. Join here: https://teams.live.com/l/community/FAAIJe0ERyXmJDuOQw  

With Timberwolves owner Glen Taylor saying the team is no longer for sale after incoming owners Alex Rodriguez and Marc Lore missed a payment that would have given them majority control of the franchise, I decided to dig in. I’ve spent several weeks talking to sources across the NBA — executives, Timberwolves employees, sports bankers, lawyers, etc. — and I discovered a pattern of mistrust over the last few years. So, today’s episode breaks it all down, including Glen Taylor’s ownership tenure, a financial transformation within the franchise, the fracturing of relationships, secret contract negotiations and much more. Enjoy!Ps. I recently launched a sports business community on Microsoft Teams. Join here: https://teams.live.com/l/community/FAAIJe0ERyXmJDuOQw  

Today’s podcast is with Erik Allebest, the co-founder and CEO of Chess.com. We discuss the growth of chess, how much the world’s best players make, the future of chess as a spectator sport, the qualities that set the best chess players apart, chess in virtual reality, building community, and more. Enjoy! Ps. I recently launched a sports business community on Microsoft Teams. Join here: https://teams.live.com/l/community/FAAIJe0ERyXmJDuOQw 

Today’s episode is a conversation with Tom Garfinkel (CEO of the Miami Dolphins and Hard Rock Stadium and Managing Partner of the Formula 1 Miami Grand Prix). We talk about how Miami landed America’s second Formula 1 race, the logistical challenges of building the racetrack, how much money the race makes compared to other events, and more. Enjoy! Ps. I recently launched a sports business community on Microsoft Teams. Join here: https://teams.live.com/l/community/FAAIJe0ERyXmJDuOQw 

Today’s episode is a conversation with former Haas F1 team principal Guenther Steiner. We talk about the growth of Formula 1, Liberty Media, the cost cap, developing US drivers, the Miami Grand Prix, the economics of hosting a race, and more. Enjoy! Ps. I recently launched a sports business community on Microsoft Teams. Join here: https://teams.live.com/l/community/FAAIJe0ERyXmJDuOQw 

Today’s episode includes a laundry list of interesting facts about Augusta National and the Masters golf tournament. We dig into the business behind the tournament and several other things, too, like expansion plans, hospitality offerings, and more. Enjoy! Ps. I recently launched a sports business community on Microsoft Teams. Join here: https://teams.live.com/l/community/FAAIJe0ERyXmJDuOQw 

Hunterbrook Media is accusing Suns owner Mat Ishbia of potential fraud. But do they really care? Or is it just about making a profit? Today’s episode breaks it down. Enjoy! Ps. I recently launched a sports business community on Microsoft Teams. Join here: https://teams.live.com/l/community/FAAIJe0ERyXmJDuOQw 

Jackson County residents recently voted "No" on a multi-billion-dollar tax proposal that would fund new stadium projects for the Kansas City Chiefs and Royals, making a bet that relocation threats are meaningless. Today’s episode breaks down the details. Enjoy! Ps. I recently launched a sports business community on Microsoft Teams. Join here: https://teams.live.com/l/community/FAAIJe0ERyXmJDuOQw 

Today’s podcast breaks down Liberty Media’s $4.5 billion deal to buy MotoGP, the world’s most popular motorcycle racing series. Ps. I recently launched a sports business community on Microsoft Teams. Join here: https://teams.live.com/l/community/FAAIJe0ERyXmJDuOQw 

Today’s podcast breaks down the real reason why the NFL is trying to steal Christmas Day away from the NBA. Enjoy! Ps. I recently launched a sports business community on Microsoft Teams. Join here: https://teams.live.com/l/community/FAAIJe0ERyXmJDuOQw 

Today’s episode breaks down the NBA’s investigation into sports gambling irregularities around Jontay Porter. Plus, we’ll look at how these investigations impact sports, including the future of sports betting regulation. Enjoy! Ps. I recently launched a sports business community on Microsoft Teams. Join here: https://teams.live.com/l/community/FAAIJe0ERyXmJDuOQw 

Today’s main event explains why Mattress Mack’s multi-million-dollar sports bets aren’t really a gamble. Plus, we’ll touch on UFC’s lawsuit settlement, the Timberwolves sale, and more. Enjoy! Ps. I recently launched a sports business community on Microsoft Teams. Join here: https://teams.live.com/l/community/FAAIJe0ERyXmJDuOQw 

Today’s podcast is a conversation with Mantel CEO Evan Parker. Mantel is a new collectibles community founded by Reddit cofounder Alexis Ohanian and Wheelhouse founder Brent Montgomery. Parker serves as the CEO, coming from The Athletic. We discuss Mantel’s mission, why collectibles have become so popular over the years, how to build an online community, monetization strategies and more. Ps. I recently launched a sports business community on Microsoft Teams. Join here: https://teams.live.com/l/community/FAAIJe0ERyXmJDuOQw 

Today’s podcast covers the business behind March Madness, LeBron and JJ Redick’s new podcast, Arizona’s new end zone villas, and the NBA’s decision to add in-game betting to broadcasts. Enjoy! Ps. I recently launched a sports business community on Microsoft Teams. Join here: https://teams.live.com/l/community/FAAIJe0ERyXmJDuOQw 

Between Selection Sunday and the Players Championship, it was a hell of a weekend in sports. Today we’ll cover it all, including the PGA Tour’s meeting with Saudi Arabia in the Bahamas, NFL franchises allowing private equity investment, NWSL’s record-breaking sale, and Steve Ballmer’s new $2 billion arena. Enjoy! Ps. I recently launched a sports business community on Microsoft Teams. Join here: https://teams.live.com/l/community/FAAIJe0ERyXmJDuOQw 

Today’s episode breaks down the Chicago Bears news tadium deal, Deion Sanders financial impact at Colorado, Jay Monahan’s recent press conference, Russell Wilson’s $50 million real estate problem, and Nick Saban’s NIL comments. Enjoy! Ps. I recently launched a sports business community on Microsoft Teams. Join here: https://teams.live.com/l/community/FAAIJe0ERyXmJDuOQw 

Wall Street Journal writers Joshua Robinson and Jonathan Clegg recently released a book breaking down the business behind Formula 1. It’s called “The Formula: How Rogues, Geniuses, And Speed Freaks Reengineered F1 Into The World’s Fastest-Growing Sport,” and it examines the past, present, and future of the sport, including exclusive interviews with people like Toto Wolff and Max Verstappen.You can buy the book here: https://www.amazon.com/Formula-Rogues-Geniuses-Reengineered-Fastest-Growing/dp/0063318628/ref=tmm_hrd_swatch_0?_encoding=UTF8&qid=&sr= Ps. I recently launched a sports business community on Microsoft Teams. Join here: https://teams.live.com/l/community/FAAIJe0ERyXmJDuOQw 

Wall Street Journal writers Joshua Robinson and Jonathan Clegg recently released a book breaking down the business behind Formula 1. It’s called “The Formula: How Rogues, Geniuses, And Speed Freaks Reengineered F1 Into The World’s Fastest-Growing Sport,” and it examines the past, present, and future of the sport, including exclusive interviews with people like Toto Wolff and Max Verstappen.You can buy the book here: https://www.amazon.com/Formula-Rogues-Geniuses-Reengineered-Fastest-Growing/dp/0063318628/ref=tmm_hrd_swatch_0?_encoding=UTF8&qid=&sr= Ps. I recently launched a sports business community on Microsoft Teams. Join here: https://teams.live.com/l/community/FAAIJe0ERyXmJDuOQw 

Today’s podcast includes a breakdown of the UFC’s next media rights deal. We’ll also touch on Netflix canceling Break Point, Fox scheduling Friday night football games, and, of course, Caitlin Clark. Enjoy!Ps. I recently launched a sports business community on Microsoft Teams. Join here: https://teams.live.com/l/community/FAAIJe0ERyXmJDuOQw  

Today’s podcast examines the NFL’s plan to introduce optical tracking to measure first-down yardage, similar to Hawk-Eye technology in tennis. Plus, we discuss Nick Saban’s comments on NIL and the transfer portal, the Mike Tyson vs. Jake Paul fight on Netflix, WNBA ticket sales, and Arch Manning's opting out of the new EA Sports college football video game. Enjoy! Ps. I recently launched a sports business community on Microsoft Teams. Join here: https://teams.live.com/l/community/FAAIJe0ERyXmJDuOQwPs. I recently launched a sports business community on Microsoft Teams. Join here: https://teams.live.com/l/community/FAAIJe0ERyXmJDuOQw  

Today’s podcast examines how Red Bull’s continued dominance could hurt Formula 1’s American desires. Ps. I recently launched a sports business community on Microsoft Teams. Join here: https://teams.live.com/l/community/FAAIJe0ERyXmJDuOQw 

Today’s podcast breaks down the incredible logistics behind Formula 1, including how teams manage to transport 1,500 tons of equipment more than 75,000 miles throughout the season. Enjoy! Ps. I recently launched a sports business community on Microsoft Teams. Join here: https://teams.live.com/l/community/FAAIJe0ERyXmJDuOQw 

Today’s podcast examines the business behind the NFL combine, including how the league turned a quiet time during the offseason into a 24/7 media event. We talk about how the combine initially started, why it won’t be moving from Indianapolis anytime soon, and how the league can monetize it in the future. Enjoy!Ps. I recently launched a sports business community on Microsoft Teams. Join here: https://teams.live.com/l/community/FAAIJe0ERyXmJDuOQw

Today’s podcast breaks down three topics: 1) The NFL salary cap increasing $30 million in 2024 to $255.4 million, 2) Duke’s Kyle Filipowski getting injured by fans at Wake Forest, and 3) Anthony Kim giving up a $10 million insurance policy to play professional golf. Enjoy! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Today’s podcast breaks down three topics: 1) The NFL salary cap increasing $30 million in 2024 to $255.4 million, 2) Duke’s Kyle Filipowski getting injured by fans at Wake Forest, and 3) Anthony Kim giving up a $10 million insurance policy to play professional golf. Enjoy!

Today’s podcast examines three of the hottest topics in sports business: 1) EA Sports’ new college football video game, 2) Amazon paying $150 million for an exclusive NFL playoff game, and 3) Apple’s new Sports app. Enjoy! Ps. I recently launched a sports business community on Microsoft Teams. Join here: https://teams.live.com/l/community/FAAIJe0ERyXmJDuOQw Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Today’s podcast examines three of the hottest topics in sports business: 1) EA Sports’ new college football video game, 2) Amazon paying $150 million for an exclusive NFL playoff game, and 3) Apple’s new Sports app. Enjoy!Ps. I recently launched a sports business community on Microsoft Teams. Join here: https://teams.live.com/l/community/FAAIJe0ERyXmJDuOQw

Today’s podcast discusses the deterioration of the NBA’s on-court product in favor of its off-court success. We also discuss upcoming changes to college football that could spurn more conference realignment and the ongoing MLB uniform battle between fans and Nike/Fanatics. Enjoy! Ps. I recently launched a sports business community on Microsoft Teams. Join here: https://teams.live.com/l/community/FAAIJe0ERyXmJDuOQw Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Today’s podcast discusses the deterioration of the NBA’s on-court product in favor of its off-court success. We also discuss upcoming changes to college football that could spurn more conference realignment and the ongoing MLB uniform battle between fans and Nike/Fanatics. Enjoy!Ps. I recently launched a sports business community on Microsoft Teams. Join here: https://teams.live.com/l/community/FAAIJe0ERyXmJDuOQw

Today’s podcast discusses Steve Sarkisian’s new $10M+ contract at the University of Texas, including perks like a private jet, two cars, and a country club membership. We also discuss what MLS needs to do this year to take advantage of the upcoming FIFA Men’s World Cup, and then we get into how sportsbooks are making more money than ever before through parlays and (same game parlays). Ps. I recently launched a sports business community on Microsoft Teams. Join here: https://teams.live.com/l/community/FAAIJe0ERyXmJDuOQw Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Today’s podcast discusses Steve Sarkisian’s new $10M+ contract at the University of Texas, including perks like a private jet, two cars, and a country club membership. We also discuss what MLS needs to do this year to take advantage of the upcoming FIFA Men’s World Cup, and then we get into how sportsbooks are making more money than ever before through parlays and (same game parlays).Ps. I recently launched a sports business community on Microsoft Teams. Join here: https://teams.live.com/l/community/FAAIJe0ERyXmJDuOQw

Today’s podcast breaks down Caitlin Clark’s impact on the growth of women’s sports and Joe’s thoughts on the CFP’s $7.8 billion deal with ESPN. Enjoy! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Today’s podcast breaks down Caitlin Clark’s impact on the growth of women’s sports and Joe’s thoughts on the CFP’s $7.8 billion deal with ESPN. Enjoy!

Today’s podcast discusses CBS record advertising revenue from the Super Bowl ($700M) and Tiger Woods new clothing brand. Then, the podcast transition to an exclusive interview with NASCAR President Steve Phelps. We discuss the sport’s new Netflix series, media rights deals, international expansion plan, and Steve even breaks news on NASCAR’s new ambassador program. Enjoy! Ps. I recently launched a sports business community on Microsoft Teams. Join here: https://teams.live.com/l/community/FAAIJe0ERyXmJDuOQw Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Today’s podcast discusses CBS record advertising revenue from the Super Bowl ($700M) and Tiger Woods new clothing brand. Then, the podcast transition to an exclusive interview with NASCAR President Steve Phelps. We discuss the sport’s new Netflix series, media rights deals, international expansion plan, and Steve even breaks news on NASCAR’s new ambassador program. Enjoy!Ps. I recently launched a sports business community on Microsoft Teams. Join here: https://teams.live.com/l/community/FAAIJe0ERyXmJDuOQw

Today’s podcast covers two topics: 1) A review of the NFL’s first Super Bowl in Las Vegas and 2) a breakdown of the newly announced streaming service between ESPN, FOX, and Warner Bros. Discovery. Enjoy! Ps. I recently launched a sports business community on Microsoft Teams. Join here: https://teams.live.com/l/community/FAAIJe0ERyXmJDuOQw Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Today’s podcast covers two topics: 1) A review of the NFL’s first Super Bowl in Las Vegas and 2) a breakdown of the newly announced streaming service between ESPN, FOX, and Warner Bros. Discovery. Enjoy!Ps. I recently launched a sports business community on Microsoft Teams. Join here: https://teams.live.com/l/community/FAAIJe0ERyXmJDuOQw

Today’s podcast breaks down the most interesting storylines for this year’s Super Bowl. We discuss field conditions, advertising rates, team hotels, the pregame flyover, private jet travel, ticket prices, and more. It’s a fun read, and you’re guaranteed to learn something new. Plus, we also have an exclusive interview with San Francisco 49ers President Al Guido. Enjoy! Ps. I recently launched a sports business community on Microsoft Teams. Join here: https://teams.live.com/l/community/FAAIJe0ERyXmJDuOQw Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Today’s podcast breaks down the most interesting storylines for this year’s Super Bowl. We discuss field conditions, advertising rates, team hotels, the pregame flyover, private jet travel, ticket prices, and more. It’s a fun read, and you’re guaranteed to learn something new. Plus, we also have an exclusive interview with San Francisco 49ers President Al Guido. Enjoy!Ps. I recently launched a sports business community on Microsoft Teams. Join here: https://teams.live.com/l/community/FAAIJe0ERyXmJDuOQw

oday’s podcast examines the business model behind the NFL’s Super Bowl halftime show. We’ll talk through the economics of the show itself, how artists convert the attention into business opportunities, and why Usher specifically timed up the release of a new album and concert tour around this year’s big game. Enjoy! Ps. I recently launched a sports business community on Microsoft Teams. Join here: https://teams.live.com/l/community/FAAIJe0ERyXmJDuOQw Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

oday’s podcast examines the business model behind the NFL’s Super Bowl halftime show. We’ll talk through the economics of the show itself, how artists convert the attention into business opportunities, and why Usher specifically timed up the release of a new album and concert tour around this year’s big game. Enjoy!Ps. I recently launched a sports business community on Microsoft Teams. Join here: https://teams.live.com/l/community/FAAIJe0ERyXmJDuOQw

Today’s podcast breaks down Lewis Hamilton’s move from Mercedes to Ferrari, the 2026 FIFA Men’s World Cup Schedule, and Super Bowl ticket prices. Enjoy! Ps. I recently launched a sports business community on Microsoft Teams. Join here: https://teams.live.com/l/community/FAAIJe0ERyXmJDuOQw Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Today’s podcast breaks down Lewis Hamilton’s move from Mercedes to Ferrari, the 2026 FIFA Men’s World Cup Schedule, and Super Bowl ticket prices. Enjoy!Ps. I recently launched a sports business community on Microsoft Teams. Join here: https://teams.live.com/l/community/FAAIJe0ERyXmJDuOQw

Today’s podcast examines two topics: 1) The PGA Tour’s recent $3 billion investment, including how it changes the tour’s negotiation with LIV Golf, and 2) Greg Olsen’s broadcasting future with Fox, including why networks are handing out $100 million-plus contracts and what he might do next. Ps. I recently launched a sports business community on Microsoft Teams. Join here: https://teams.live.com/l/community/FAAIJe0ERyXmJDuOQw Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Today’s podcast examines two topics: 1) The PGA Tour’s recent $3 billion investment, including how it changes the tour’s negotiation with LIV Golf, and 2) Greg Olsen’s broadcasting future with Fox, including why networks are handing out $100 million-plus contracts and what he might do next.Ps. I recently launched a sports business community on Microsoft Teams. Join here: https://teams.live.com/l/community/FAAIJe0ERyXmJDuOQw

Mike Repole and Tom Brady announced this morning that they will join forces, merging Brady’s TB12 and Brady Brand into the athletic apparel brand NOBULL. Brady will become the company’s second-largest shareholder, behind Repole, and the duo plans to build a holistic wellness company centered around footwear, apparel, nutrition, and more. In this conversation, we cover a bunch of topics, including Mike’s background in the beverage industry, Tom’s transition from football to business, the future of NOBULL, the true value of athlete partnerships, and more. Enjoy! This episode is sponsored by/brought to you by BetterHelp. Give online therapy a try at betterhelp.com/Pomp and get on your way to being your best self. Ps. I recently launched a sports business community on Microsoft Teams. Join here: https://teams.live.com/l/community/FAAIJe0ERyXmJDuOQw Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Mike Repole and Tom Brady announced this morning that they will join forces, merging Brady’s TB12 and Brady Brand into the athletic apparel brand NOBULL. Brady will become the company’s second-largest shareholder, behind Repole, and the duo plans to build a holistic wellness company centered around footwear, apparel, nutrition, and more. In this conversation, we cover a bunch of topics, including Mike’s background in the beverage industry, Tom’s transition from football to business, the future of NOBULL, the true value of athlete partnerships, and more. Enjoy!This episode is sponsored by/brought to you by BetterHelp. Give online therapy a try at betterhelp.com/Pomp and get on your way to being your best self.Ps. I recently launched a sports business community on Microsoft Teams. Join here: https://teams.live.com/l/community/FAAIJe0ERyXmJDuOQw

This podcast will break down why individual amateur athletes should be able to receive their prize money. This argument comes after Nick Dunlap became the first amateur golfer to win a PGA Tour event at The American Express since Phil Mickelson in 1991, but couldn’t take home the $1.5 million he would have won as a professional. Enjoy! This episode is sponsored by/brought to you by BetterHelp. Give online therapy a try at betterhelp.com/Pomp and get on your way to being your best self. Ps. I recently launched a sports business community on Microsoft Teams. Join here: https://teams.live.com/l/community/FAAIJe0ERyXmJDuOQw Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

This podcast will break down why individual amateur athletes should be able to receive their prize money. This argument comes after Nick Dunlap became the first amateur golfer to win a PGA Tour event at The American Express since Phil Mickelson in 1991, but couldn’t take home the $1.5 million he would have won as a professional. Enjoy!This episode is sponsored by/brought to you by BetterHelp. Give online therapy a try at betterhelp.com/Pomp and get on your way to being your best self.Ps. I recently launched a sports business community on Microsoft Teams. Join here: https://teams.live.com/l/community/FAAIJe0ERyXmJDuOQw

Today’s podcast breaks down Netflix’s recent $5 billion deal with WWE. We talk through the pros and cons for both parties and even get into why this could spell doom for legacy sports media players like ESPN. Enjoy! This episode is sponsored by/brought to you by BetterHelp. Give online therapy a try at betterhelp.com/Pomp and get on your way to being your best self. Ps. I recently launched a sports business community on Microsoft Teams. Join here: https://teams.live.com/l/community/FAAIJe0ERyXmJDuOQw Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Today’s podcast breaks down Netflix’s recent $5 billion deal with WWE. We talk through the pros and cons for both parties and even get into why this could spell doom for legacy sports media players like ESPN. Enjoy!This episode is sponsored by/brought to you by BetterHelp. Give online therapy a try at betterhelp.com/Pomp and get on your way to being your best self.Ps. I recently launched a sports business community on Microsoft Teams. Join here: https://teams.live.com/l/community/FAAIJe0ERyXmJDuOQw

This podcast will be the fourth in our “Grow or Slow” series on the Top 5 American professional sports leagues. For this content, Joe will break down the business potential and growth prospects of Major League Soccer (MLS). This episode is sponsored by/brought to you by BetterHelp. Give online therapy a try at betterhelp.com/Pomp and get on your way to being your best self. Ps. I recently launched a sports business community on Microsoft Teams. Join here: https://teams.live.com/l/community/FAAIJe0ERyXmJDuOQw Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

This podcast will be the fourth in our “Grow or Slow” series on the Top 5 American professional sports leagues. For this content, Joe will break down the business potential and growth prospects of Major League Soccer (MLS).This episode is sponsored by/brought to you by BetterHelp. Give online therapy a try at betterhelp.com/Pomp and get on your way to being your best self.Ps. I recently launched a sports business community on Microsoft Teams. Join here: https://teams.live.com/l/community/FAAIJe0ERyXmJDuOQw

There has been a lot of debate over the last week regarding the accuracy of Pro Football Focus’ grading system. Former NFL players like JJ Watt have argued that the system is worthless, while others have argued that it is necessary. So today’s podcast breaks down exactly how it works and the nuance that needs to be discussed. Enjoy! Ps. I recently launched a sports business community on Microsoft Teams. Join here: https://teams.live.com/l/community/FAAIJe0ERyXmJDuOQw Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

There has been a lot of debate over the last week regarding the accuracy of Pro Football Focus’ grading system. Former NFL players like JJ Watt have argued that the system is worthless, while others have argued that it is necessary. So today’s podcast breaks down exactly how it works and the nuance that needs to be discussed. Enjoy!Ps. I recently launched a sports business community on Microsoft Teams. Join here: https://teams.live.com/l/community/FAAIJe0ERyXmJDuOQw

This podcast breaks down the numbers behind Peacock’s exclusive NFL playoff game, including total viewership, future implications, and more. We also discuss how MLB’s 2023 rule changes led to record ticket sales and revenue. Enjoy! Ps. I recently launched a sports business community on Microsoft Teams. Join here: https://teams.live.com/l/community/FAAIJe0ERyXmJDuOQw Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

This podcast breaks down the numbers behind Peacock’s exclusive NFL playoff game, including total viewership, future implications, and more. We also discuss how MLB’s 2023 rule changes led to record ticket sales and revenue. Enjoy!Ps. I recently launched a sports business community on Microsoft Teams. Join here: https://teams.live.com/l/community/FAAIJe0ERyXmJDuOQw

Today’s podcast breaks down 1) the business behind the NFL’s first-ever exclusive playoff game on Peacock and 2) Nick Saban’s financial impact at the University of Alabama. Enjoy! Ps. I recently launched a sports business community on Microsoft Teams. Join here: https://teams.live.com/l/community/FAAIJe0ERyXmJDuOQw Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Today’s podcast breaks down 1) the business behind the NFL’s first-ever exclusive playoff game on Peacock and 2) Nick Saban’s financial impact at the University of Alabama. Enjoy!Ps. I recently launched a sports business community on Microsoft Teams. Join here: https://teams.live.com/l/community/FAAIJe0ERyXmJDuOQw

Pat McAfee has dominated sports headlines over the last week. Aaron Rodgers. Jimmy Kimmel. Norby Williamson. Things have gottevn ugly, and many people think McAfee won’t finish out his contract with ESPN. So today’s podcast breaks down the numbers, including why ESPN needs McAfee more than McAfee needs ESPN. Enjoy! BetOnline.ag is a proud sponsor of the The Joe Pomp Show. Use crypto to bet on sports, play poker and enjoy casino games at BetOnline. Visit https://promotions.betonline.ag/pomp and use promo code POMP100 to receive a 100% matching bonus on any crypto deposit. BetOnline boasts no crypto transaction fees, and processing is anonymous, instantaneous, and secure. Ps. I recently launched a sports business community on Microsoft Teams. Join here: https://teams.live.com/l/community/FAAIJe0ERyXmJDuOQw Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Pat McAfee has dominated sports headlines over the last week. Aaron Rodgers. Jimmy Kimmel. Norby Williamson. Things have gottevn ugly, and many people think McAfee won’t finish out his contract with ESPN. So today’s podcast breaks down the numbers, including why ESPN needs McAfee more than McAfee needs ESPN. Enjoy!BetOnline.ag is a proud sponsor of the The Joe Pomp Show. Use crypto to bet on sports, play poker and enjoy casino games at BetOnline. Visit https://promotions.betonline.ag/pomp and use promo code POMP100 to receive a 100% matching bonus on any crypto deposit. BetOnline boasts no crypto transaction fees, and processing is anonymous, instantaneous, and secure.Ps. I recently launched a sports business community on Microsoft Teams. Join here: https://teams.live.com/l/community/FAAIJe0ERyXmJDuOQw

This podcast will break down the dollars and cents of the CFP National Championship, including team sponsorships, coaching incentives, hotel occupancy rates, TV contracts, and more. Enjoy! Ps. I recently launched a sports business community on Microsoft Teams. Join here: https://teams.live.com/l/community/FAAIJe0ERyXmJDuOQw Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

This podcast will break down the dollars and cents of the CFP National Championship, including team sponsorships, coaching incentives, hotel occupancy rates, TV contracts, and more. Enjoy!Ps. I recently launched a sports business community on Microsoft Teams. Join here: https://teams.live.com/l/community/FAAIJe0ERyXmJDuOQw

Today’s podcast is part of a new series called “Grow or Slow: A Peek Into The Future Of The Most Popular US Sports Leagues.” Every week, we will dig into the business behind a major US sports league — the NFL, NBA, MLB, NHL, and MLS. The goal is to break down where each league currently stands today while discussing potential opportunities or problems they may face in the future. Enjoy! This episode is brought yo you by BetterHelp. Give online therapy a try at betterhelp.com/pomp and get on your way to being your best self. Ps. I recently launched a sports business community on Microsoft Teams. Join here: https://teams.live.com/l/community/FAAIJe0ERyXmJDuOQw Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Today’s podcast is part of a new series called “Grow or Slow: A Peek Into The Future Of The Most Popular US Sports Leagues.” Every week, we will dig into the business behind a major US sports league — the NFL, NBA, MLB, NHL, and MLS. The goal is to break down where each league currently stands today while discussing potential opportunities or problems they may face in the future. Enjoy!This episode is brought yo you by BetterHelp. Give online therapy a try at betterhelp.com/pomp and get on your way to being your best self.Ps. I recently launched a sports business community on Microsoft Teams. Join here: https://teams.live.com/l/community/FAAIJe0ERyXmJDuOQw

With the introduction of a 4-team playoff, NIL regulation, and an open transfer portal, many college football fans are saying bowl games have become meaningless. But the data tells a different story, so today’s podcast breaks down why these games aren’t going anywhere. Ps. I recently launched a sports business community on Microsoft Teams. Join here: https://teams.live.com/l/community/FAAIJe0ERyXmJDuOQw Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

With the introduction of a 4-team playoff, NIL regulation, and an open transfer portal, many college football fans are saying bowl games have become meaningless. But the data tells a different story, so today’s podcast breaks down why these games aren’t going anywhere.Ps. I recently launched a sports business community on Microsoft Teams. Join here: https://teams.live.com/l/community/FAAIJe0ERyXmJDuOQw

Today’s podcast breaks down how the Los Angeles Dodgers can afford more than $1 billion in free agency spending and why Michael Jordan’s royalty deal with Nike keeps getting bigger and bigger. Enjoy! Ps. I recently launched a sports business community on Microsoft Teams. Join here: https://teams.live.com/l/community/FAAIJe0ERyXmJDuOQw Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Today’s podcast breaks down how the Los Angeles Dodgers can afford more than $1 billion in free agency spending and why Michael Jordan’s royalty deal with Nike keeps getting bigger and bigger. Enjoy!Ps. I recently launched a sports business community on Microsoft Teams. Join here: https://teams.live.com/l/community/FAAIJe0ERyXmJDuOQw

Christmas Day games are a long-standing tradition of the NBA, with marquee matchups taking place each 25th of December. And while the NBA has historically been the biggest and only sports show on TV every Christmas, they had stiff competition from the NFL in 2022 and go up against the Shield again this Christmas weekend in 2023. This podcast will cover how the NBA became a Christmas tradition and how the NFL is breaking that tradition with its own. Plus, Joe also talks through Aaron Rodgers being activated to the Jets roster and why NIL valuations are causing an uproar across college sports. Enjoy! Ps. I recently launched a sports business community on Microsoft Teams. Join here: https://teams.live.com/l/community/FAAIJe0ERyXmJDuOQw Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Christmas Day games are a long-standing tradition of the NBA, with marquee matchups taking place each 25th of December. And while the NBA has historically been the biggest and only sports show on TV every Christmas, they had stiff competition from the NFL in 2022 and go up against the Shield again this Christmas weekend in 2023. This podcast will cover how the NBA became a Christmas tradition and how the NFL is breaking that tradition with its own. Plus, Joe also talks through Aaron Rodgers being activated to the Jets roster and why NIL valuations are causing an uproar across college sports. Enjoy!Ps. I recently launched a sports business community on Microsoft Teams. Join here: https://teams.live.com/l/community/FAAIJe0ERyXmJDuOQw

Today’s podcast covers Tiger Woods leaving Nike after 27 years and $500 million-plus in payments, Patrick Mahomes signing an endorsement deal with PRIME after Biosteel’s bankruptcy, and how NIL (and the transfer portal) are changing college football forever. Enjoy! Ps. I recently launched a sports business community on Microsoft Teams. Join here: https://teams.live.com/l/community/FAAIJe0ERyXmJDuOQw Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Today’s podcast covers Tiger Woods leaving Nike after 27 years and $500 million-plus in payments, Patrick Mahomes signing an endorsement deal with PRIME after Biosteel’s bankruptcy, and how NIL (and the transfer portal) are changing college football forever. Enjoy!Ps. I recently launched a sports business community on Microsoft Teams. Join here: https://teams.live.com/l/community/FAAIJe0ERyXmJDuOQw

Today’s podcast kicks off a new series called, “Grow or Slow: A Peek Into The Future Of The Most Popular US Sports Leagues.” Each Monday, we will dig into the business behind a major US sports league — the NFL, NBA, MLB, NHL, and MLS. The goal is to break down where each league currently stands today while discussing potential opportunities or problems they may face in the future. Enjoy! Ps. I recently launched a sports business community on Microsoft Teams. Join here: https://teams.live.com/l/community/FAAIJe0ERyXmJDuOQw Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Today’s podcast kicks off a new series called, “Grow or Slow: A Peek Into The Future Of The Most Popular US Sports Leagues.” Each Monday, we will dig into the business behind a major US sports league — the NFL, NBA, MLB, NHL, and MLS. The goal is to break down where each league currently stands today while discussing potential opportunities or problems they may face in the future. Enjoy!Ps. I recently launched a sports business community on Microsoft Teams. Join here: https://teams.live.com/l/community/FAAIJe0ERyXmJDuOQw

Today’s episode breaks down some of the most interesting topics in sports business, including a review of the NBA in-season tournament, the Washington Wizards leaving downtown DC, the NFL’s new regular season game in Brazil, the economics behind Shohei Ohtani’s jersey sales record, and more. Enjoy! This episode is sponsored by BetterHelp. Give online therapy a try at betterhelp.com/Pomp and get on your way to being your best self. Ps. I recently launched a sports business community on Microsoft Teams. Join here: https://teams.live.com/l/community/FAAIJe0ERyXmJDuOQw Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Today’s episode breaks down some of the most interesting topics in sports business, including a review of the NBA in-season tournament, the Washington Wizards leaving downtown DC, the NFL’s new regular season game in Brazil, the economics behind Shohei Ohtani’s jersey sales record, and more. Enjoy!This episode is sponsored by BetterHelp. Give online therapy a try at betterhelp.com/Pomp and get on your way to being your best self.Ps. I recently launched a sports business community on Microsoft Teams. Join here: https://teams.live.com/l/community/FAAIJe0ERyXmJDuOQw

NASCAR recently signed new media deals worth $1.1 billion annually. So today’s podcast will examine how the sport comares to F1, including their sponsorship revenue, long-term growth projections, and more. Enjoy! This episode is sponsored by BetterHelp. Give online therapy a try at betterhelp.com/Pomp and get on your way to being your best self. Ps. I recently launched a sports business community on Microsoft Teams. Join here: https://teams.live.com/l/community/FAAIJe0ERyXmJDuOQw Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

NASCAR recently signed new media deals worth $1.1 billion annually. So today’s podcast will examine how the sport comares to F1, including their sponsorship revenue, long-term growth projections, and more. Enjoy!This episode is sponsored by BetterHelp. Give online therapy a try at betterhelp.com/Pomp and get on your way to being your best self.Ps. I recently launched a sports business community on Microsoft Teams. Join here: https://teams.live.com/l/community/FAAIJe0ERyXmJDuOQw

Shohei Ohtani has signed a 10-year, $700 million deal with the Los Angeles Dodgers. It’s the largest contract in U.S. sports history — by $250 million !! — so today’s episode breaks down how the Dodgers will get their money back and why it’s actually a team-friendly deal. Enjoy! This episode is sponsored by BetterHelp. Give online therapy a try at betterhelp.com/Pomp and get on your way to being your best self. Ps. I recently launched a sports business community on Microsoft Teams. Join here: https://teams.live.com/l/community/FAAIJe0ERyXmJDuOQw Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Shohei Ohtani has signed a 10-year, $700 million deal with the Los Angeles Dodgers. It’s the largest contract in U.S. sports history — by $250 million !! — so today’s episode breaks down how the Dodgers will get their money back and why it’s actually a team-friendly deal. Enjoy!This episode is sponsored by BetterHelp. Give online therapy a try at betterhelp.com/Pomp and get on your way to being your best self.Ps. I recently launched a sports business community on Microsoft Teams. Join here: https://teams.live.com/l/community/FAAIJe0ERyXmJDuOQw

Fans and players agree — NFL officiating has been bad this season. Social media becomes a therapy session for fans dealing with missed calls and unjustified penalties. And former players like JJ Watt are leading the charge lobbying against the fines players have to deal with from the NFL for what seems like no reason. So, why has NFL officiating become out of control? This podcast will dive deep into the problem, assess its potential causes, and determine possible solutions to the problem. This episode is sponsored by BetterHelp. Give online therapy a try at betterhelp.com/Pomp and get on your way to being your best self. Ps. I recently launched a sports business community on Microsoft Teams. Join here: https://teams.live.com/l/community/FAAIJe0ERyXmJDuOQw Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Fans and players agree — NFL officiating has been bad this season. Social media becomes a therapy session for fans dealing with missed calls and unjustified penalties. And former players like JJ Watt are leading the charge lobbying against the fines players have to deal with from the NFL for what seems like no reason. So, why has NFL officiating become out of control? This podcast will dive deep into the problem, assess its potential causes, and determine possible solutions to the problem.This episode is sponsored by BetterHelp. Give online therapy a try at betterhelp.com/Pomp and get on your way to being your best self.Ps. I recently launched a sports business community on Microsoft Teams. Join here: https://teams.live.com/l/community/FAAIJe0ERyXmJDuOQw

IMG Academy sold for $1.25 billion this past April, putting an exclamation mark on the massive value of high-level youth sports. Since 1978, IMG Academy has exploded into a massive business, and continues to impact the world of sports. This podcast will break down the business and financials of IMG Academy, and the continued effects it has had on the sports industry. This episode is sponsored by BetterHelp. Give online therapy a try at betterhelp.com/Pomp and get on your way to being your best self. Ps. I recently launched a sports business community on Microsoft Teams. Join here: https://teams.live.com/l/community/FAAIJe0ERyXmJDuOQw Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

IMG Academy sold for $1.25 billion this past April, putting an exclamation mark on the massive value of high-level youth sports. Since 1978, IMG Academy has exploded into a massive business, and continues to impact the world of sports. This podcast will break down the business and financials of IMG Academy, and the continued effects it has had on the sports industry.This episode is sponsored by BetterHelp. Give online therapy a try at betterhelp.com/Pomp and get on your way to being your best self.Ps. I recently launched a sports business community on Microsoft Teams. Join here: https://teams.live.com/l/community/FAAIJe0ERyXmJDuOQw

A story published by Futurism on Monday, November 27, accused Sports Illustrated of publishing articles on its website with fake writers created by AI. When asked by Futurism about the AI content, SI then deleted all of it. The story sent a shockwave through the sports world and cast a dark cloud over one of the once-great sports media institutions in the world. And when you peel back the past few years of SI’s business, this story — as crazy as it is — isn’t necessarily surprising. This podcast will look at the fall of Sports Illustrated that has taken place over the past few years. Enjoy! This episode is sponsored by BetterHelp. Give online therapy a try at betterhelp.com/Pomp and get on your way to being your best self. Ps. I recently launched a sports business community on Microsoft Teams. Join here: https://teams.live.com/l/community/FAAIJe0ERyXmJDuOQw Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

A story published by Futurism on Monday, November 27, accused Sports Illustrated of publishing articles on its website with fake writers created by AI. When asked by Futurism about the AI content, SI then deleted all of it. The story sent a shockwave through the sports world and cast a dark cloud over one of the once-great sports media institutions in the world. And when you peel back the past few years of SI’s business, this story — as crazy as it is — isn’t necessarily surprising. This podcast will look at the fall of Sports Illustrated that has taken place over the past few years. Enjoy!This episode is sponsored by BetterHelp. Give online therapy a try at betterhelp.com/Pomp and get on your way to being your best self.Ps. I recently launched a sports business community on Microsoft Teams. Join here: https://teams.live.com/l/community/FAAIJe0ERyXmJDuOQw

Mark Cuban is selling a majority stake in the NBA’s Dallas Mavericks at a $3.5 billion valuation. Today’s podcast breaks down why Dr. Miriam Adelson and the Adelson family is buying the team — and it goes much deeper than money. Enjoy! Ps. I recently launched a sports business community on Microsoft Teams. Join here: https://teams.live.com/l/community/FAAIJe0ERyXmJDuOQw Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Mark Cuban is selling a majority stake in the NBA’s Dallas Mavericks at a $3.5 billion valuation. Today’s podcast breaks down why Dr. Miriam Adelson and the Adelson family is buying the team — and it goes much deeper than money. Enjoy!Ps. I recently launched a sports business community on Microsoft Teams. Join here: https://teams.live.com/l/community/FAAIJe0ERyXmJDuOQw

Carolina Panthers owner David Tepper fired head coach Frank Reich on Monday morning after the team started 1-10 with the NFL’s worst record. On the surface, most people wouldn’t blame an owner wanting more out of his team and head coach. But when you zoom out, this situation is really a microcosm of a billionaire with a chaotic ownership philosophy — one that is fast turning him into one of the worst owners in sports history. This podcast will dissect Tepper’s run as a sports owner. Enjoy! Ps. I recently launched a sports business community on Microsoft Teams. Join here: https://teams.live.com/l/community/FAAIJe0ERyXmJDuOQw Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Carolina Panthers owner David Tepper fired head coach Frank Reich on Monday morning after the team started 1-10 with the NFL’s worst record. On the surface, most people wouldn’t blame an owner wanting more out of his team and head coach. But when you zoom out, this situation is really a microcosm of a billionaire with a chaotic ownership philosophy — one that is fast turning him into one of the worst owners in sports history. This podcast will dissect Tepper’s run as a sports owner. Enjoy!Ps. I recently launched a sports business community on Microsoft Teams. Join here: https://teams.live.com/l/community/FAAIJe0ERyXmJDuOQw

We are in the middle of a global stadium boom in sports. And one company is making its mark with some of the most state-of-the-art structures we’ve ever seen. This podcast will be a feature on Populous, one of the top stadium architecture firms in the world. Enjoy! Ps. I recently launched a sports business community on Microsoft Teams. Join here: https://teams.live.com/l/community/FAAIJe0ERyXmJDuOQw Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

We are in the middle of a global stadium boom in sports. And one company is making its mark with some of the most state-of-the-art structures we’ve ever seen. This podcast will be a feature on Populous, one of the top stadium architecture firms in the world. Enjoy!Ps. I recently launched a sports business community on Microsoft Teams. Join here: https://teams.live.com/l/community/FAAIJe0ERyXmJDuOQw

Today’s podcast is an interview I recorded at the Las Vegas Grand with Jefferson Slack (Managing Director of the Aston Martin F1 Team) and Renato Bisignani (Global Head of Marketing and Communications at Aston Martin). We talk about the financial relationship between the Aston Martin F1 team and the car company, how Lawrence Stroll has changed the brand, the team’s new $240 million F1 factory, how F1 helps them sell $2 billion in sports cars annually, the impact Liberty Media has had on the sport, and much more. Enjoy! Ps. I recently launched a sports business community on Microsoft Teams. Join here: https://teams.live.com/l/community/FAAIJe0ERyXmJDuOQw Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Today’s podcast is an interview I recorded at the Las Vegas Grand with Jefferson Slack (Managing Director of the Aston Martin F1 Team) and Renato Bisignani (Global Head of Marketing and Communications at Aston Martin). We talk about the financial relationship between the Aston Martin F1 team and the car company, how Lawrence Stroll has changed the brand, the team’s new $240 million F1 factory, how F1 helps them sell $2 billion in sports cars annually, the impact Liberty Media has had on the sport, and much more. Enjoy!Ps. I recently launched a sports business community on Microsoft Teams. Join here: https://teams.live.com/l/community/FAAIJe0ERyXmJDuOQw

NFL football is a hallmark of Thanksgiving Day in the United States. But how did this tradition exactly come to be? Why do the Lions and Cowboys always play on Thanksgiving? This podcast will look at how the NFL became a Thanksgiving tradition, and how Amazon Prime is looking to create a new NFL Thanksgiving weekend tradition with the first-ever Black Friday game. Enjoy! Ps. I recently launched a sports business community on Microsoft Teams. Join here: https://teams.live.com/l/community/FAAIJe0ERyXmJDuOQw Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

NFL football is a hallmark of Thanksgiving Day in the United States. But how did this tradition exactly come to be? Why do the Lions and Cowboys always play on Thanksgiving? This podcast will look at how the NFL became a Thanksgiving tradition, and how Amazon Prime is looking to create a new NFL Thanksgiving weekend tradition with the first-ever Black Friday game. Enjoy!Ps. I recently launched a sports business community on Microsoft Teams. Join here: https://teams.live.com/l/community/FAAIJe0ERyXmJDuOQw

The Las Vegas Grand Prix was one of the most controversial sporting events this year. But the good news is that I was on the ground in Las Vegas last week, so today’s podcast will provide some insight into how the event actually went. Enjoy! Ps. I recently launched a sports business community on Microsoft Teams. Join here: https://teams.live.com/l/community/FAAIJe0ERyXmJDuOQw Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

The Las Vegas Grand Prix was one of the most controversial sporting events this year. But the good news is that I was on the ground in Las Vegas last week, so today’s podcast will provide some insight into how the event actually went. Enjoy!Ps. I recently launched a sports business community on Microsoft Teams. Join here: https://teams.live.com/l/community/FAAIJe0ERyXmJDuOQw

The Aspen Institute released its State of Play 2023 report on youth sports trends in the United States. So, this podcast will highlight key findings from the report (with a focus on participation rates), examine the “why” behind these findings, and discuss their implications for the business of professional sports. Enjoy!Ps. I recently launched a sports business community on Microsoft Teams. Join here: https://teams.live.com/l/community/FAAIJe0ERyXmJDuOQw

The Aspen Institute released its State of Play 2023 report on youth sports trends in the United States. So, this podcast will highlight key findings from the report (with a focus on participation rates), examine the “why” behind these findings, and discuss their implications for the business of professional sports. Enjoy! Ps. I recently launched a sports business community on Microsoft Teams. Join here: https://teams.live.com/l/community/FAAIJe0ERyXmJDuOQw Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Formula 1 is hosting its inaugural Las Vegas Grand Prix this weekend. They have spent more than $500 million to put on the event, but there have been plenty of problems — road closures, hotel prices, unsold tickets, etc. — and many people believe the race will be a one-and-done. So today’s podcast breaks down why that isn’t going to happen, including how much money Formula 1 expects to make on the event and why they are promoting it themselves. Enjoy! Ps. I recently launched a sports business community on Microsoft Teams. Join here: https://teams.live.com/l/community/FAAIJe0ERyXmJDuOQw Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Formula 1 is hosting its inaugural Las Vegas Grand Prix this weekend. They have spent more than $500 million to put on the event, but there have been plenty of problems — road closures, hotel prices, unsold tickets, etc. — and many people believe the race will be a one-and-done. So today’s podcast breaks down why that isn’t going to happen, including how much money Formula 1 expects to make on the event and why they are promoting it themselves. Enjoy!Ps. I recently launched a sports business community on Microsoft Teams. Join here: https://teams.live.com/l/community/FAAIJe0ERyXmJDuOQw

ESPN Bet debuts on Tuesday, November 14 — But will it succeed? This podcast will look at ESPN Bet’s upcoming debut as a digital sports book, Penn’s gamble on the ESPN brand, where the sports betting market stands, and ultimately ponder if ESPN Bet will be a winner for both companies. Enjoy! Ps. I recently launched a sports business community on Microsoft Teams. Join here: https://teams.live.com/l/community/FAAIJe0ERyXmJDuOQw Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

ESPN Bet debuts on Tuesday, November 14 — But will it succeed? This podcast will look at ESPN Bet’s upcoming debut as a digital sports book, Penn’s gamble on the ESPN brand, where the sports betting market stands, and ultimately ponder if ESPN Bet will be a winner for both companies. Enjoy!Ps. I recently launched a sports business community on Microsoft Teams. Join here: https://teams.live.com/l/community/FAAIJe0ERyXmJDuOQw

The 2023 season saw quite possibly the most changes we’ve seen in a long time for MLB. New rules were put in place to speed up the game and make it more appealing — which were hotly debated between baseball fans and purists alike — and now we have some data to show how those changes affected MLB’s business. This podcast will be a season in review of MLB’s business for the 2023 season. Enjoy! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

The 2023 season saw quite possibly the most changes we’ve seen in a long time for MLB. New rules were put in place to speed up the game and make it more appealing — which were hotly debated between baseball fans and purists alike — and now we have some data to show how those changes affected MLB’s business. This podcast will be a season in review of MLB’s business for the 2023 season. Enjoy!

The ongoing class action lawsuit against the UFC resulted in the unsealing of evidence that revealed past fighter payouts from athletes including Conor McGregor, Jon Jones, Ronda Rousey, Anderson Silva and more. The evidence is a clear view at how the UFC paid its fighters from 2011 to 2016 (with most parameters likely holding true in today’s operations), and the clearest view we’ve ever seen into any of the UFC’s fighter pay practices. This podcast will break down the revealed financial information from the lawsuit, how it compares to the typical boxing split, and what the information has revealed about the UFC’s business practices. Enjoy! Ps. I recently launched a sports business community on Microsoft Teams. Join here: https://teams.live.com/l/community/FAAIJe0ERyXmJDuOQw Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

The ongoing class action lawsuit against the UFC resulted in the unsealing of evidence that revealed past fighter payouts from athletes including Conor McGregor, Jon Jones, Ronda Rousey, Anderson Silva and more. The evidence is a clear view at how the UFC paid its fighters from 2011 to 2016 (with most parameters likely holding true in today’s operations), and the clearest view we’ve ever seen into any of the UFC’s fighter pay practices. This podcast will break down the revealed financial information from the lawsuit, how it compares to the typical boxing split, and what the information has revealed about the UFC’s business practices. Enjoy!Ps. I recently launched a sports business community on Microsoft Teams. Join here: https://teams.live.com/l/community/FAAIJe0ERyXmJDuOQw

Today’s podcast is a Q&A-style episode with questions sourced from the Microsoft Teams chat. If you haven’t already joined the chat, join here: https://teams.live.com/l/community/FAAIJe0ERyXmJDuOQ4 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Today’s podcast is a Q&A-style episode with questions sourced from the Microsoft Teams chat. If you haven’t already joined the chat, join here:https://teams.live.com/l/community/FAAIJe0ERyXmJDuOQ4

Pro Football Focus (PFF) has become the go-to name in football analytics. The company is owned and run by NBC color commentator and former NFL receiver Cris Collinsworth, is featured on NBC’s Sunday Night Football, and is the center of weekly fan debates over its player grades during football season. This podcast will break down the money and business behind PFF, including its founding, its fast rise in the world of football, and where the business stands today. Enjoy! Ps. I recently launched a sports business community on Microsoft Teams. Join here: https://teams.live.com/l/community/FAAIJe0ERyXmJDuOQw Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Pro Football Focus (PFF) has become the go-to name in football analytics. The company is owned and run by NBC color commentator and former NFL receiver Cris Collinsworth, is featured on NBC’s Sunday Night Football, and is the center of weekly fan debates over its player grades during football season. This podcast will break down the money and business behind PFF, including its founding, its fast rise in the world of football, and where the business stands today. Enjoy!Ps. I recently launched a sports business community on Microsoft Teams. Join here: https://teams.live.com/l/community/FAAIJe0ERyXmJDuOQw

The University of Michigan football team — the 8-0 squad that is the current betting favorite to win the national championship — is under investigation for illegally stealing signs from its opponents. There’s a lot out there on this scandal and a lot to process. So this podcast will break down the who, what, where, when and why behind the investigation, providing a breakdown that shows where we’re at in the process so far and what could be next. Enjoy! Ps. I recently launched a sports business community on Microsoft Teams. Join here: https://teams.live.com/l/community/FAAIJe0ERyXmJDuOQw Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

The University of Michigan football team — the 8-0 squad that is the current betting favorite to win the national championship — is under investigation for illegally stealing signs from its opponents. There’s a lot out there on this scandal and a lot to process. So this podcast will break down the who, what, where, when and why behind the investigation, providing a breakdown that shows where we’re at in the process so far and what could be next. Enjoy!Ps. I recently launched a sports business community on Microsoft Teams. Join here: https://teams.live.com/l/community/FAAIJe0ERyXmJDuOQw

Crystal Palace Chairman Steve Parish recently said that the Premier League is considering the implementation of a cost cap for club wages. This podcast will look at how a salary cap would impact the league, how a cap would make the EPL look like an American sports league, what an EPL salary cap figure could be, and more. Enjoy! Ps. I recently launched a sports business community on Microsoft Teams. Join here: https://teams.live.com/l/community/FAAIJe0ERyXmJDuOQw Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Crystal Palace Chairman Steve Parish recently said that the Premier League is considering the implementation of a cost cap for club wages. This podcast will look at how a salary cap would impact the league, how a cap would make the EPL look like an American sports league, what an EPL salary cap figure could be, and more. Enjoy!Ps. I recently launched a sports business community on Microsoft Teams. Join here: https://teams.live.com/l/community/FAAIJe0ERyXmJDuOQw

The NBA tips off on its 2023-24 season this Tuesday, October 24. This podcast will look at the state of the league’s business, including its negotiations for a new TV rights package, record-breaking franchise valuations, the league’s highest-paid superstars, and more. Enjoy! Ps. I recently launched a sports business community on Microsoft Teams. Join here: https://teams.live.com/l/community/FAAIJe0ERyXmJDuOQw Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

The NBA tips off on its 2023-24 season this Tuesday, October 24. This podcast will look at the state of the league’s business, including its negotiations for a new TV rights package, record-breaking franchise valuations, the league’s highest-paid superstars, and more. Enjoy!Ps. I recently launched a sports business community on Microsoft Teams. Join here: https://teams.live.com/l/community/FAAIJe0ERyXmJDuOQw

Aaron Rodgers is already back on the field walking without a boot and throwing passes just five weeks after Achilles surgery. Many people doubted he would be able to make it back this year — the fastest Achilles recovery ever is five months — but that’s now looking like a real possibility. So today’s podcast will break down Rodgers’ recovery, provide the best information possible on how Rodgers’ process looks, provide background on the surgeon leading his recovery, and more. Enjoy! Ps. I recently launched a sports business community on Microsoft Teams. Join here: https://teams.live.com/l/community/FAAIJe0ERyXmJDuOQw Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Aaron Rodgers is already back on the field walking without a boot and throwing passes just five weeks after Achilles surgery. Many people doubted he would be able to make it back this year — the fastest Achilles recovery ever is five months — but that’s now looking like a real possibility. So today’s podcast will break down Rodgers’ recovery, provide the best information possible on how Rodgers’ process looks, provide background on the surgeon leading his recovery, and more. Enjoy!Ps. I recently launched a sports business community on Microsoft Teams. Join here: https://teams.live.com/l/community/FAAIJe0ERyXmJDuOQw

Today’s podcast examines how Bryce Harper went from high school phenom — he was on the cover of Sports Illustrated at 16 labeled The Chosen One — to MLB superstar. Joe examines his unusual path, his business success, and much more. Enjoy! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Today’s podcast examines how Bryce Harper went from high school phenom — he was on the cover of Sports Illustrated at 16 labeled The Chosen One — to MLB superstar. Joe examines his unusual path, his business success, and much more. Enjoy!

International expansion has been a priority for Roger Goodell since he became NFL commissioner in 2006. The NFL has played more and more games overseas as each year has gone on in Goodell’s tenure, and there’s no doubt American football has become more global over the past decade-plus. But Goodell has been floating the idea of even further international expansion for the NFL with a team in London or even an entire European division. And what would those two scenarios even look like? This podcast will break down the pros and cons of international league expansion for the Shield. Enjoy! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

International expansion has been a priority for Roger Goodell since he became NFL commissioner in 2006. The NFL has played more and more games overseas as each year has gone on in Goodell’s tenure, and there’s no doubt American football has become more global over the past decade-plus. But Goodell has been floating the idea of even further international expansion for the NFL with a team in London or even an entire European division. And what would those two scenarios even look like? This podcast will break down the pros and cons of international league expansion for the Shield. Enjoy!

23-year-old Kenyan long-distance runner Kelvin Kiptum set a new world record men’s marathon time of 2:00:35 this past Sunday at the Chicago Marathon. The athletic feat is one of the most impressive accomplishments we’ve ever seen in sports history. Still, many were quick to point to the advantage modern day running shoes give to today’s professional runners. So, this podcast will break down Kiptum’s historic moment, his fast rise to the top of marathon running, and how much “super shoes” really matter to the abilities of today’s runners. Enjoy! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

23-year-old Kenyan long-distance runner Kelvin Kiptum set a new world record men’s marathon time of 2:00:35 this past Sunday at the Chicago Marathon. The athletic feat is one of the most impressive accomplishments we’ve ever seen in sports history. Still, many were quick to point to the advantage modern day running shoes give to today’s professional runners. So, this podcast will break down Kiptum’s historic moment, his fast rise to the top of marathon running, and how much “super shoes” really matter to the abilities of today’s runners. Enjoy!

Rich Paul is the Founder and CEO of Klutch Sports Group, one of the world’s biggest sports agencies. He has hundreds of clients across the NBA and NFL, including LeBron James, Anthony Davis, and Jalen Hurts, and he has negotiated more than $4 billion in contracts. We talk about his upbringing in Cleveland, Ohio, how he met LeBron James, misconceptions about the agency business, the future of NIL, his new book “Lucky Me: A Memoir of Change the Odds,” and much more. Enjoy! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Rich Paul is the Founder and CEO of Klutch Sports Group, one of the world’s biggest sports agencies. He has hundreds of clients across the NBA and NFL, including LeBron James, Anthony Davis, and Jalen Hurts, and he has negotiated more than $4 billion in contracts. We talk about his upbringing in Cleveland, Ohio, how he met LeBron James, misconceptions about the agency business, the future of NIL, his new book “Lucky Me: A Memoir of Change the Odds,” and much more. Enjoy!

Today’s podcast breaks down three topics: 1) Why Tom Brady’s 5% to 10% equity stake in the Raiders still hasn't been approved, 2) FIFA’s plan for the 2030 and 2034 World Cups, and 3) TGL’s recently-announced broadcasting deal with ESPN. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Today’s podcast breaks down three topics: 1) Why Tom Brady’s 5% to 10% equity stake in the Raiders still hasn't been approved, 2) FIFA’s plan for the 2030 and 2034 World Cups, and 3) TGL’s recently-announced broadcasting deal with ESPN.

MrBeast’s “Feastables” brand signed a deal with the Charlotte Hornets to become the team’s official jersey patch sponsor starting this season. It’s the first time a creator-owned brand will grace an NBA jersey. And this announcement comes on the heels of the many partnerships signed by PRIME, Logan Paul, and KSI’s drink brand with sports teams and franchises. This podcast will explore the fast rise of creator-owned brands in sports, and why the Feastables and PRIME deals aren’t going to be the last — they’re just beginning. Enjoy! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

MrBeast’s “Feastables” brand signed a deal with the Charlotte Hornets to become the team’s official jersey patch sponsor starting this season. It’s the first time a creator-owned brand will grace an NBA jersey. And this announcement comes on the heels of the many partnerships signed by PRIME, Logan Paul, and KSI’s drink brand with sports teams and franchises. This podcast will explore the fast rise of creator-owned brands in sports, and why the Feastables and PRIME deals aren’t going to be the last — they’re just beginning. Enjoy!

Apple is reportedly discussing a $2 billion-per-year bid for all of Formula 1’s global media rights, similar to their exclusive setup with Major League Soccer. So today’s podcast will break down why Apple is interested in a deal, how their current partnership with MLS is going so far, the future of broadcast vs. streaming, and more. Enjoy! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Apple is reportedly discussing a $2 billion-per-year bid for all of Formula 1’s global media rights, similar to their exclusive setup with Major League Soccer. So today’s podcast will break down why Apple is interested in a deal, how their current partnership with MLS is going so far, the future of broadcast vs. streaming, and more. Enjoy!

Mike McDaniel is one of the NFL’s best coaches. His team just put up 70 points on Sean Payton’s Broncos, and he’s also known for his unique personality — one full of quirks, one-liners, jokes, and unconventional football wisdom. So this podcast will recount McDaniel’s story, showing that while McDaniel had some luck early in his life, it’s no accident a kid from Aurora, Colorado rose to the top of the NFL. Enjoy! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Mike McDaniel is one of the NFL’s best coaches. His team just put up 70 points on Sean Payton’s Broncos, and he’s also known for his unique personality — one full of quirks, one-liners, jokes, and unconventional football wisdom. So this podcast will recount McDaniel’s story, showing that while McDaniel had some luck early in his life, it’s no accident a kid from Aurora, Colorado rose to the top of the NFL. Enjoy!

Team USA and Team Europe will battle it out at the 44th edition of The Ryder Cup this weekend at the Marco Simone Golf & Country Club in Rome, Italy. This podcast will break down the business and economics of the storied event, one that pits the best golfers from the United States and Europe against each other. Enjoy! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Team USA and Team Europe will battle it out at the 44th edition of The Ryder Cup this weekend at the Marco Simone Golf & Country Club in Rome, Italy. This podcast will break down the business and economics of the storied event, one that pits the best golfers from the United States and Europe against each other. Enjoy!

The 2026 FIFA Men’s World Cup is only three years away, and the competition to host the final match is heating up. So today’s podcast will break down the pros and cons of each city/venue, and I’ll even speculate on where I think the game ultimately ends up. Enjoy! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

The 2026 FIFA Men’s World Cup is only three years away, and the competition to host the final match is heating up. So today’s podcast will break down the pros and cons of each city/venue, and I’ll even speculate on where I think the game ultimately ends up. Enjoy!

Canadian sports drink company BioSteel filed for bankruptcy this past Thursday, Sept. 14. The move was a shock across sports as the upstart company had backing from Patrick Mahomes as well as sponsorship deals with the NHL, LA Lakers, Luka Doncic, and more. So, how did this all happen? This podcast will break down the details. Enjoy! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Canadian sports drink company BioSteel filed for bankruptcy this past Thursday, Sept. 14. The move was a shock across sports as the upstart company had backing from Patrick Mahomes as well as sponsorship deals with the NHL, LA Lakers, Luka Doncic, and more. So, how did this all happen? This podcast will break down the details. Enjoy!

Today’s podcast breaks down three topics: 1) Deion Sanders financial impact at the University of Colorado, 2) The upcoming merger between the XFL and the USFL, and 3) Goldman Sachs opening up a sports investment division for its wealthy clients. Enjoy! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Today’s podcast breaks down three topics: 1) Deion Sanders financial impact at the University of Colorado, 2) The upcoming merger between the XFL and the USFL, and 3) Goldman Sachs opening up a sports investment division for its wealthy clients. Enjoy!

Gerard Pique’s new soccer league, the Kings League, is disrupting soccer as we know it with a completely new style of play. But what exactly is it? This podcast will break down the upstart soccer league, and what it could mean for the future of sports. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Gerard Pique’s new soccer league, the Kings League, is disrupting soccer as we know it with a completely new style of play. But what exactly is it? This podcast will break down the upstart soccer league, and what it could mean for the future of sports.

New Heights with Jason and Travis Kelce is in its second season and is already off to a hot start. The NFL podcast has topped the sports charts for more than a year, and the Kelce brothers are building a legitimate media business for retirement. So today’s podcast will examine the podcast’s origins, the money behind a top sports podcast, the company that makes them go viral, the rise of athlete-hosted podcasts, and more. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

New Heights with Jason and Travis Kelce is in its second season and is already off to a hot start. The NFL podcast has topped the sports charts for more than a year, and the Kelce brothers are building a legitimate media business for retirement. So today’s podcast will examine the podcast’s origins, the money behind a top sports podcast, the company that makes them go viral, the rise of athlete-hosted podcasts, and more.

Jeremy Levine is the founder and CEO of Underdog Fantasy. Underdog has raised hundreds of millions of dollars in venture capital from people like BlackRock, LionTree, and Mark Cuban, and Underdog is now one of the fastest-growing fantasy sports companies on the market. We talk about the ever-changing sports gambling marketplace, why product innovation is paramount, the ongoing regulatory discussion, how owned media can be an asset, and much more. Enjoy! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Jeremy Levine is the founder and CEO of Underdog Fantasy. Underdog has raised hundreds of millions of dollars in venture capital from people like BlackRock, LionTree, and Mark Cuban, and Underdog is now one of the fastest-growing fantasy sports companies on the market. We talk about the ever-changing sports gambling marketplace, why product innovation is paramount, the ongoing regulatory discussion, how owned media can be an asset, and much more. Enjoy!

The National Women’s Soccer League is having its best year ever as a league and is growing fast. The NWSL has made a ton of big moves lately, including the addition of two new expansion teams by 2026, record-breaking attendance, and an impending new TV deal. This podcast will break down the business and economics behind the NWSL. Enjoy! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

The National Women’s Soccer League is having its best year ever as a league and is growing fast. The NWSL has made a ton of big moves lately, including the addition of two new expansion teams by 2026, record-breaking attendance, and an impending new TV deal. This podcast will break down the business and economics behind the NWSL. Enjoy!

Monday Night Football (MNF) returns on ESPN tonight. The focus will be on Aaron Rodgers’ debut as a New York Jet versus Josh Allen and the Super Bowl-hopeful Buffalo Bills. And two familiar faces will be back for their third season of MNF: Peyton and Eli Manning on the ManningCast. While the Manning brothers have done well in retirement with their alternate cast on MNF, the company behind the show — the Peyton Manning-owned Omaha Productions — is quietly building a media empire. This podcast will break down the business and money behind Omaha Productions. Enjoy! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Monday Night Football (MNF) returns on ESPN tonight. The focus will be on Aaron Rodgers’ debut as a New York Jet versus Josh Allen and the Super Bowl-hopeful Buffalo Bills. And two familiar faces will be back for their third season of MNF: Peyton and Eli Manning on the ManningCast. While the Manning brothers have done well in retirement with their alternate cast on MNF, the company behind the show — the Peyton Manning-owned Omaha Productions — is quietly building a media empire. This podcast will break down the business and money behind Omaha Productions. Enjoy!

Today’s episode breaks down three topics: 1) Charter’s increasingly ugly fight with ESPN over the future of cable, 2) Deion Sanders plan to turn Colorado into a preeminent football destination, and 3) The business and money behind this year’s Rugby World Cup. Enjoy! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Today’s episode breaks down three topics: 1) Charter’s increasingly ugly fight with ESPN over the future of cable, 2) Deion Sanders plan to turn Colorado into a preeminent football destination, and 3) The business and money behind this year’s Rugby World Cup. Enjoy!

The NFL season kicks off with a Thursday Night Football game between the reigning Super Bowl Champion Kansas City Chiefs and the rising Detroit Lions. So today’s newsletter will serve as a “state of the union”-style review of the Shield’s business, including where it’s at, new developments for the 2023-24 season, and all things NFL. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

The NFL season kicks off with a Thursday Night Football game between the reigning Super Bowl Champion Kansas City Chiefs and the rising Detroit Lions. So today’s newsletter will serve as a “state of the union”-style review of the Shield’s business, including where it’s at, new developments for the 2023-24 season, and all things NFL.

Sam Schwartzstein played center at Stanford University (with Andrew Luck). He was a founding member of XFL 2.0, building a team of 800+ employees to oversee the playing rules, on-field technology, and player/coach compensation model. He now works on Amazon Prime's NFL production, integrating Next Gen Stats into Thursday Night Football's weekly broadcasts. We talk about playing with Andrew Luck at Stanford, how he got recruited to join the XFL, his process for reinventing different parts of the rulebook, why the XFL ultimately failed and how much it cost, how Amazon is revolutionizing football broadcasts, and more. Enjoy! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Sam Schwartzstein played center at Stanford University (with Andrew Luck). He was a founding member of XFL 2.0, building a team of 800+ employees to oversee the playing rules, on-field technology, and player/coach compensation model. He now works on Amazon Prime's NFL production, integrating Next Gen Stats into Thursday Night Football's weekly broadcasts.We talk about playing with Andrew Luck at Stanford, how he got recruited to join the XFL, his process for reinventing different parts of the rulebook, why the XFL ultimately failed and how much it cost, how Amazon is revolutionizing football broadcasts, and more. Enjoy!

The Boston University CTE Center released a new study on Monday (Aug. 28) that found chronic traumatic encephalopathy (CTE) in more than 40% of youth, high school, and college athletes — mainly football players — who suffered repeated head impact from contact sports and died before turning 30 years of age. So today’s podcast will break down the study’s findings and serve as an overview of the monetary investments professional sports leagues are making into research to make their sports safer. Enjoy! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

The Boston University CTE Center released a new study on Monday (Aug. 28) that found chronic traumatic encephalopathy (CTE) in more than 40% of youth, high school, and college athletes — mainly football players — who suffered repeated head impact from contact sports and died before turning 30 years of age. So today’s podcast will break down the study’s findings and serve as an overview of the monetary investments professional sports leagues are making into research to make their sports safer. Enjoy!

The 143rd edition of the U.S. Open kicked off on Monday at the USTA Billie Jean King National Tennis Center grounds in Flushing Meadows, Queens, New York. This podcast will break down the business behind the final Grand Slam event on the professional tennis calendar. Enjoy!

The 143rd edition of the U.S. Open kicked off on Monday at the USTA Billie Jean King National Tennis Center grounds in Flushing Meadows, Queens, New York. This podcast will break down the business behind the final Grand Slam event on the professional tennis calendar. Enjoy!

High school football in Texas has taken on a world of its own. We’re seeing $50 million-plus stadiums built, restaurants experiencing an economic boom in the Fall, and thousands of people attending games every Friday night. So today’s newsletter examines how Texas became the country’s biggest football hotbed, and how the economics of the sport incentivize the construction of multi-million-dollar stadiums.

Today’s podcast breaks down three topics: 1) How UFC continues to screw over its fighters with low pay, 2) The ATP Tour’s new plan to financially incentive the top players, and 3) An honest review of the most recent sports documentaries. Enjoy!

Caitlin Clark and Angel Reese went viral after the NCAA Women’s Championship Game for their back-and-forth battle on the court and along with some trash-talking theatrics — and their impact from that game and tournament is still being felt across sports. This podcast will be a summary feature on the impact Clark and Reese have had on their respective schools. We’ll look at everything from ticket sales, donations, NIL deals, social media, and more. Enjoy!

Cristiano Ronaldo, Karim Benzema, and Neymar have all joined the Saudi Pro League on nine-figure annual contracts. And the oil-rich league isn’t slowing down anytime soon, bidding to host marquee FIFA events and compete with Europe’s top football clubs. So today’s podcast examines the league's strategy and the impact that it will have on the global sports landscape.

Today’s podcast breaks down the money and business behind professional bowling, including the sport’s current popularity, how much the athletes are making, and more. Enjoy!

The NBA has seen its regular season viewership decline over the last several decades, and players routinely conduct load management throughout the season. So the NBA recently announced the addition of a new in-season tournament, and today’s podcast examines why its timing is critical to the league’s new media rights deal. Enjoy!

Today's podcast breaks down three topics: 1) Why Michael Oher (from the Blindside) is suing his make-believe family, 2) How Nate Diaz made more money boxing Jake Paul than his entire UFC career, and 3) A review of the new Netflix documentary "Untold: Johnny Football." Enjoy!

Cricket has 2.5 billion fans worldwide and is the world’s second-most popular sport. But with baseball stealing its thunder in the United States over the last 100 years, the sport is looking to make a comeback. So today’s podcast breaks down the individuals that raised $120 million to fund Major League Cricket (MLC) and why it might actually work. Enjoy!

The United States Women's Soccer Team (USWNT) lost to Sweden in the Round of 16 at this year's World Cup, effectively ending their dominant run and sending them packing much sooner than anyone imaged. But this early exit has also reignited the conversation around equal pay, so today's podcast will provide clarity by examining the nuance behind this topic. Enjoy!

Penn Entertainment shocked the sports world yesterday, announcing they were dumping Dave Portnoy and Barstool Sports to sign a $2 billion licensing deal with ESPN. This new deal will allow Penn to launch a new sportsbook in the US this Fall called ESPN Bet. And in return, it gives Dave Portnoy 100% ownership of his company for pennies on the dollar. So today's podcast will break down everything you need to know about the deal, including my early reaction on how this plays out for all parties involved. Enjoy!

The NFL regular season is less than a month away and Hard Knocks with the New York Jets officially debuts tonight. So today’s podcast takes a look at the business and money behind the NFL’s most popular content series, including the show’s origins, the selection process, the production crews, and more. Enjoy!

Today's podcast breaks down two topics: 1) Why Formula 1 shouldn't let Red Bull's dominance go on for much longer and 2) the NFL teams that generate the most money through ticket sales. Enjoy!

Soccer in the United States is having a moment right now, with Lionel Messi making his MLS debut and several of the world’s biggest clubs playing friendlies throughout the country. But is this a sign of bigger things to come for the world’s most popular sports? Or will it simply fizzle out once the NFL season starts back up next month? Today’s podcast will break down exactly where MLS is at and where they need to go. Enjoy!

Dan Snyder is officially gone. The Washington Commanders formally changed hands last week, with the 31 other NFL owners unanimously approving the $6.05 billion purchase by Josh Harris and his group. So today's podcast will break down what went wrong during Dan Snyder's tenure and why he still made more than $5 billion in profit despite never winning any big games. Enjoy!

Anyone who watched Spike TV in the early 2000s is in for a treat because SlamBall is BACK. The league has raised $11 million from investors like Michael Rubin, Gary Vaynerchuk, Blake Griffin, and David Blitzer, and its two-year deal with ESPN officially kicks off this Friday, July 21. So for today's podcast I sat down with SlamBall CEO Mason Gordon to discuss why SlamBall initially failed, how the company plans to make money, what the future might look like, and more. Enjoy!

The United States is the biggest sports market in the world — and European football clubs want a piece of it. Clubs want to expand their fan bases to American soil and take their already iconic organizations to an even higher level. So today's podcast will explore American fan expansion in European football, and focus on the groundbreaking work AC Milan is doing to plant its own flag in the United States. Enjoy!

When it comes to Saudi Arabia and sports, all eyes are on the merger deal between the PGA TOUR, DP World Tour, and LIV Golf. But in the background, talks about Saudi Arabian investment in professional tennis are brewing. So today’s podcast will examine why professional tennis is likely of interest to the Saudi Arabian Public Investment Fund (PIF) and why the sport’s economics make it a prime target for financial disruption. Enjoy!

Today's podcast covers 1) The New York Yankees new $200 million jersey patch sponsor, 2) the details behind Lionel Messi's upcoming MLS debut, 3) why the New York Times is disbanding its sports desk, and 4) the economics that forced ESPN to fire 20+ on-air personalities. Enjoy!

The MSG Sphere in Las Vegas is going viral for its out-of-this-world display on the Las Vegas Strip. But what really is this giant Sphere for? Why was it built? How does it work? And what does the business behind it actually look like? This podcast will cover everything you need to know about the new Las Vegas MSG Sphere. Enjoy!

NFL teams only travel for one game per week when they're on the road during the season. But that doesn't mean their one trip is your normal, run-of-the-mill operation. That's because these trips include 150+ players, coaches, and staff members and 15,000+ pounds of equipment. So today's episode breaks down everything you need to know about the logistics behind NFL travel. Enjoy!

Planet Fitness has caught a lot of crap over the years for its Pizza Mondays, Bagel Tuesdays, and Lunk Alarm. But the gym chain is a behemoth, boasting 2,500 locations and 18 million members worldwide. So today's podcast breaks down the business behind Planet Fitness, including how they strategically acquire large gym spaces and why their pricing hasn't changed in 30 years. Enjoy!

Wimbledon is one of the world's most iconic sporting events. The 500-member private club in the suburbs of London takes home nearly $60 million in profit from a 2-week event each Summer. But they are also leaving a lot of money on the table. So today's podcast breaks down the $450 million business behind Wimbledon, including its media rights, ticket sales, sponsorships, concessions, and merchandise sales.

Steve Pagliuca is the former co-chairman of Bain Capital ($165 billion in AUM) and the current owner of the Boston Celtics (NBA) and Atalanta BC (s A). We discuss the negotiation process behind buying an NBA team, how he values the world's most prominent sports assets, the future of media rights deals, and more.

The Tour de France is one of the world's most challenging sporting events. So today's podcast will cover everything you need to know, from its 100+ year history and layout to the millions in prize money and sponsorships that each cyclist and team collect. Enjoy!

The European Football youth academy system is super complex. The world's biggest clubs are recruiting kids as young as 8 years old, promising them elite training and a chance to earn millions as a professional. So today's podcast breaks down how these academies work, what a typical schedule might look like, and the slim chances these players have at actually going pro. Enjoy!

Thousands of professional athletes globally make millions of dollars annually in salary. But what happens when things go wrong? Injuries occur, of course. And some players just don't perform their best for the entire contract length. So today's episode runs through the unique world of athlete insurance, including how it works and specific case studies of athletes who have benefited financially from these complex insurance policies. Enjoy!

Formula 1 is one of the world's fastest-growing sports. The business was purchased by Liberty Media in 2016 for $4.4 billion. They are now doing nearly $3 billion in annual revenue alone, and Formula 1's stock price is 275% since the acquisition. But rather than talk about Liberty Media specifically. Today's episode showcases how some of the sport's most prominent brands are leveraging the sport's 1.5 billion viewers to build multi-billion-dollar businesses. Enjoy!

Michael Jordan shocked the sports world last week when he announced that he was selling his controlling stake in the Charlotte Hornets at a $3 billion valuation. So today's podcast breaks down how Michael Jordan acquired the team for pennies on the dollar, why they have performed so poorly on the court, and how he's set to make more money on this one deal than his 40-year partnership with Nike. Enjoy!

The Las Vegas Golden Knights just won the Stanley Cup, reaching the mountaintop of the NHL in just six seasons of existence. So today we'll take a look at the business of the Golden Knights, including how the organization built a consistent contender from scratch and why their valuation has doubled ($500M to $1B) virtually overnight.

Los Angeles Country Club is hosting this week’s US Open golf tournament — and it's also one of the world’s most secretive golf clubs. So today's podcast breaks down everything you need to know, including why they don't allow celebrity members, their $250,000 initiation fees, their 1,000+ rule book, and the two laws implemented to help them save $80 million per year on taxes. Enjoy!

Big League Advantage is an investment firm that provides athletes with cash payments in exchange for a percentage of future earnings. The company has raised over $400 million and signed deals with several big-name athletes, so today’s podcast breaks down everything you need to know about how their business works and why more than 500 athletes have agreed to these deals. Enjoy!

Today's episode is broken into two parts: 1) A financial breakdown of Tiger Woods and Rory McIlroy's new indoor golf league TGL and 2) an exclusive interview with Reddit co-founder Alexis Ohanian, who purchased the first team in TGL with tennis legend (and his wife) Serena Williams and Venus Williams. Enjoy!

Lionel Messi shocked the sports world this week, officially announcing his intent to join Inter Miami CF of Major League Soccer. So today's podcast breaks down everything you need to know, including the events that led Messi to choose MLS over Barcelona and Saudi, the unique clauses in his contract that could make him $1B+, and more. Enjoy!

Today's episode breaks down the recently announced merger between the PGA Tour, DP World Tour, and LIV Golf. We discuss how the deal got done, what it means for the players, how it might impact other sports, and why Saudi Arabia might just be getting started. Enjoy!

Mount Everest is the world’s tallest mountain — and has also become a huge business. So today’s newsletter breaks down everything you need to know, including why the mountain has become so popular, the crazy amount of money each person spends on the trip, how much the Sherpas are making, and why it has become a $100 million-plus cash cow for the local government.

Today's episode starts by breaking down the $250 million business behind the French Open, including its history, TV ratings, prize money, and more. Joe then walks through Monty Williams new $78.5 million with the Detroit Pistons, Shannon Sharpe's decision to leave FS1 (and Skip Bayless), and Minnesota's plan to save taxpayers $277 million on US Bank Stadium. Listen, subscribe, share, and enjoy! TIMESTAMPS 0:00: Intro1:53: French Open12:51: Monty Williams19:14: Shannon Sharpe31:58: US Bank Stadium

Today's episode starts by breaking down the 2023 NBA Finals matchup between the Miami Heat and Denver Nuggets. Joe then discusses the financial impact behind Bob Myer's decision to leave the Golden State Warriors, the unique deal that might eventually bring Lionel Messi to MLS, and why Mark Zuckerberg's Murph workout time might be believable. Enjoy! TIMESTAMPS: 0:00: Intro1:22: NBA Finals Preview12:12: Bob Myers departure17:45: Lionel Messi's MLS future25:30: Mark Zuckerberg's Murch time

The first part of today's episode breaks down how Conor McGregor conquered the UFC, making $600 million from a sport that is notorious for its low pay. Then the second part of this episode is an exclusive interview with Audie Attar. Audie is the Founder and President of Paradigm Sports Management, where he helps McGregor (and several other athletes) negotiate contracts, launch businesses, and close sponsorship deals. Enjoy!TIMESTAMPS: 0:00: Intro1:16: The business behind Conor McGregor18:11: Exclusive Interview with Audie Attar

Today's podcast breaks down four topics: 1) The $200 million-plus financials behind Luton Town's promotion to the Premier League, 2) A (business) recap of the Indianapolis 500 and Monaco GP, 3) How Colorado made $200,000 in profit at this year's Spring Game, and 4) The new details behind the Oakland A's new stadium in Las Vegas. Enjoy! TIMESTAMPS 0:00: Intro1:22: Luton Town's $200M promotion21:36: Indy 500/Monaco GP recaps36:21: Colorado's lucrative Spring Game41:30 The A's new ballpark in Las Vegas

Andrew Brandt is the former Vice President of the Green Bay Packers and one of the sharpest minds in sports business today. We discuss Roger Goodell's upcoming contract extension, Tom Brady's ownership stake in the Las Vegas Raiders, Amazon's request to flex Thursday Night Football, Green Bay's bid to host the 2025 NFL Draft, and more. Enjoy! Ps. I'm a member of Andrew's Sports Business League (SBL) membership group, and he consistently provides some of the best insights in the industry. You can sign up here: https://www.andrew-brandt.com/sbl

Today's podcast breaks down three topics: 1) How the Monaco Grand Prix became F1's most famous (and expensive) race, 2) The routine that has made Clayton Kershaw one of MLB's most consistent pitchers, and 3) Michael Jordan's new $3 million hypercar gets delivered. Enjoy!

Today's podcast breaks down three topics: 1) The data behind MLB's rule changes and its impact on attendance, viewership, and revenue. 2) The growth of the Mercedes Formula 1 team and their new $85 million silicon valley-style campus. 3) How Green Bay landed the right to host the 2025 NFL Draft at Lambeau Field. Enjoy!

Today's podcast breaks down two topics: 1) The economics behind Major League Soccer's new $500 million expansion team in San Diego and 2) A recap of the PGA Championship, including the financial impact for Brooks Koepka and Michael Block. Enjoy!

Today's episode breaks down two topics: 1. Fanatics' recent $150 million acquisition of PointsBet's U.S. business and 2. YouTube TV's crash and the bifurcation of media rights. Enjoy!

Angelo Keely is the Co-founder and CEO of Kion, a supplement and functional food company. We talk about the science behind Amino Acids, why building muscle is so important, the future of medicine, and more. Enjoy! Ps. If you want to try Kion, go to www.getkion.com/joepomp and use code JOEPOMP at checkout for 20% off Kion Aminos, or 10% off all other products.

Today's podcast breaks down Pat McAfee's eight-figure deal with ESPN and the financial details behind Francis Ngannou's decision to leave the UFC for the PFL. Enjoy!

Today's podcast breaks down three topics: 1) The fascinating economics behind Topgolf's $3 billion business, 2) Why Ja Morant's upcoming suspension will cost him more than $100 million in salary and endorsements, and 3) The details behind the NFL's decision to sell its first exclusive streamed playoff game to Peacock for $110 million. Enjoy!

Zak Brown is the CEO of McLaren Racing. We discuss what it takes to run a Formula 1 team, the qualities that all great drivers have, the growth of the sport, how he works with marketing partners, his biggest regrets, and more. Enjoy!

Today's podcast breaks down two topics: (1) The economics and details behind the Toronto Blue Jay's $300 million stadium renovation and (2) Connor Bedard's $5.2 million Impact on the NHL's Chicago Blackhawks. Enjoy!

Joe starts today's episode by providing a behind-the-scenes look at the second running of the Miami Grand Prix. He then breaks down the business behind Formula 1, including how Liberty Media grew the sport and made billions of dollars. Enjoy!

The Kentucky Derby is one of the biggest events in sports. So today's podcast breaks down the history, money, and business behind the legendary event, including its unique gambling structure, six-figure stud fees, $400 million economic impact, and more. Enjoy!

Today's podcast breaks down the most interesting topics in sports business, including Lionel Messi's potential $400 million deal, Mike Trout's golf course project with Tiger Woods, the Florida Panthers ticket sales strategy, Stephen Curry's TV impact, and more. Enjoy!

Today's podcast explores the financial benefit of a professional sports team winning a league championship. Joe runs through the revenue-sharing agreements for each of the major US professional sports leagues and then provides examples as evidence. Enjoy!

Deion Sanders recently signed a 5-year, $30 million deal to become the head football coach at the University of Colorado. Today's podcast breaks down the business behind that deal, including why I think he will end up being drastically underpaid. Enjoy!

The NFL Draft officially kicks off Thursday in Kanas City. So today's podcast breaks down the history and business behind the event, including the incredible logistics, attendance, and future. Enjoy!

The Oakland A's recently entered into a binding agreement to buy 49 acres of land in Las Vegas and plan to build a $1.5 billion stadium in its place. So today's podcast breaks down the details, including the backdoor business deals, secretive planning, economic projections, and more. Enjoy!

Today's podcast breaks down two main topics: the details (and hypocrisy) behind the NFL's recent sports gambling suspensions and the fascinating economics behind the Goodyear Blimp. Enjoy!

Today's podcast breaks down how LIV Golf has transformed the PGA Tour, the details behind Jalen Hurts' historic contract, and why one Washington Commanders bid is fake.

Professional athletes must pay taxes in every state they play in. This is because of the Jock Tax, so today's podcast breaks down how Michael Jordan is involved, the numbers on how much pro athletes are paying in taxes, and the data on the potential advantage this offers low tax states. Enjoy!

Stephen Curry recently signed a long-term contract extension with Under Armour. Today's podcast breaks down the details behind the deal, including Nike's billion-dollar mistake and how a mix of annual base pay, equity, royalties, and incentives could earn Curry $1 billion.

Mercedes F1 Team Principal Toto Wolff recently reached billionaire status, according to Forbes. So today's podcast breaks down the unique deal that enabled him to reach a 10-figure net worth and how F1 might just be getting started.

Endeavor announced this week that they were acquiring WWE for $9.3 billion and combining it with the UFC (valued at $12.1 billion) to create one company. So today's podcast breaks down all the details, including why they are doing it and what might happen next. Enjoy!

Today's podcast breaks down the money and business behind The Masters Tournament, including how much they make on ticket sales, concessions, merchandise, sponsorships, and media rights. Enjoy!

Today's podcast covers Roger Goodell's insane compensation package, the NBA's new 7-year collective bargaining agreement (CBA), and the details behind Stephen Curry's recently signed lifetime deal with Under Armour. Enjoy!

Major League Baseball has seen a significant decline in interest over the last two decades and is now trying to draw fans back in by implementing the most extensive rule changes we’ve ever seen. So today’s podcast breaks down everything you need to know, including how these changes impact the money and business behind the sport. Enjoy!

Joe starts today's podcast by breaking down the current state of sports media, including how Stephen A. Smith became ESPN's highest-paid star. Joe then discusses the numbers behind this year's March Madness and explains why Caitlin Clark deserves every award. He then ends the episode with some current events, including Boston's new locker room, the Angels' decision to leave their radio team at home, and more. Enjoy!

Joe starts this episode by breaking down the financials behind the Buffalo Bills' new $1.4 billion stadium. He then runs through how Fanatics grew from a $277 million valuation to a $31 billion valuation over the last decade, and then ends the episode by arguing that the Washington Commanders are a better investment than Manchester United. Enjoy!

Joe breaks down this week's most interesting sports business topics, including the business behind the World Baseball Classic, Shohei Ohtani's upcoming $500 million payday, ESPN's rumored layoffs, and the declining XFL Viewership numbers. Enjoy!

Joan Laporta is the President of FC Barcelona. We discuss FC Barcelona's current financial position, the pros and cons of a Super League, Lionel Messi's potential return, and much more.

Today's episode breaks down the future of MLB's World Baseball Classic, YouTube TV's recent price hike, and the pros and cons of Michael Jordan's reported decision to sell the Charlotte Hornets. Enjoy!

Jason Robins is the co-founder and CEO of DraftKings, a daily fantasy sports and sports betting company. We discuss the expansion of mobile sports betting, how DraftKings intends to steal market share from its rivals, the structure of their content partnership deals with companies like Meadowlark Media, the future of microbetting, and much more. Enjoy!

Today's podcast is from a panel I moderated at the 2023 MIT Sloan Sports Analytics Conference presented by ESPN. I sat down with Nascar President Steve Phelps, Trackhouse Racing team owner Justin Marks, and Sonoma Raceway GM Jill Gregory, and we discussed the growth of Nascar, how they use data to improve the fan experience, the future of content marketing in sports, and much more. Enjoy!

This year’s Super Bowl will be watched by more than 200 million people globally, and the NFL will make hundreds of millions of dollars in one weekend. But the halftime performer at this year’s game, Rihanna, won’t be paid a dime. So today’s podcast breaks down the fascinating economics behind the Super Bowl halftime show. Enjoy!

Jay Williams was the 2nd overall pick in the 2002 NBA Draft, and is currently an NBA analyst and radio host for ESPN. We talk about his daily schedule at ESPN, the motorcycle accident that forced him to retire from the NBA, his battle with depression, the future of sports media, and more. Enjoy!

Roger Federer has built one of the most impressive brands in sports history and is the only tennis player ever to reach billionaire status. So today’s podcast takes a look at his success, including why he struggled early in his career, the moves that turned everything around, and a historic deal that earned him more than $600 million.

Formula 1 is one of the world’s most interesting sports. Teams spend hundreds of millions of dollars annually to build the fastest car, and the 2023 schedule includes 23 races across 20 continents in just 9 months. This also makes Formula 1 a logistical nightmare, so today’s podcast breaks down everything you need to know about the incredible logistics of Formula 1.

NBA valuations have skyrocketed over the last decade, and the average franchise is now worth nearly $3 billion. Many people have started to say that this growth trend won't last forever, but today's episode breaks down why I think the NBA will be the fastest-growing major US professional sports league over the next decade. Enjoy! Special thanks to Goldin for sponsoring this episode. Goldin is the leading and most trusted destination for some of the most significant pieces of sports and pop culture collectibles. Their marketplace is open 24/7, they have weekly auctions starting at just $5, and there is something for every collector. Check them out: https://goldin.co/referral?utm_source=Joe_Pompliano&utm_medium=podcast&utm_campaign=Brand&utm_content=Awareness

David Beckham is one of the most influential athletes in sports history. He played for iconic clubs like Manchester United and Real Madrid, and he shocked the world when he joined the LA Galaxy of Major League Soccer in 2007. But here’s the part you didn’t know: Despite taking a 70% pay cut in salary, Beckham’s MLS contract included two unique stipulations that ended up earning him more than $500 million. So today's podcast breaks down the details. Enjoy! Thank you to Sorare for sponsoring this episode! Backed by superstar athletes like Lionel Messi, Kylian Mbappé, Rudy Gobert, Aaron Judge, and Serena Williams, Sorare has built blockchain technology that allows fans to collect officially licensed NFT-backed player cards. The concept is simple: Sorare lets you buy, sell, trade, and earn digital trading cards of your favorite players. But rather than just looking at them as a digital collectible, you can use these trading cards to enter fantasy sports competitions for prizes/rewards. So sign up at Sorare.com/joepomp and receive 20 free cards today.

Ryan Garcia is a 24-year-old professional boxer. He is 23-0 (19 KOs) inside the ring and has built an audience of more than 20 million social media followers outside the ring. We talk about his upcoming fight with Gervonta Davis, how he initially got interested in boxing, what his training schedule looks like, the challenges with cutting weight, the business of boxing, and more. ———————————————————————- This email is sponsored by SoFi. SoFi is the all-in-one finance app helping you bank, borrow, invest, and save. SoFi’s mission is to help members achieve financial independence and realize their ambition, all in one app. SoFi is transforming the industry and disrupting how the world sees personal finance. It’s the single app you need to get your money right. I’m a SoFi member, and I love it. Visit sofi.com/joepomplaino to learn more. Terms and conditions apply. Loans originated by SoFi Bank, N.A., NMLS #696891,(www.nmlsconsumeraccess.org). Equal Housing Lender. Brokerage products offered through SoFi Securities LLC, member FINRA/SIPC. SoFi Money® is a cash management account, which is a brokerage product. SoFi Securities LLC is an affiliate of SoFi Bank, N.A. Advisory services are offered through SoFi Wealth LLC, an SEC-registered investment adviser. The SoFi Credit Card is issued by The Bank of Missouri (TBOM) (“Issuer”) pursuant to license by Mastercard® International Incorporated and can be used everywhere Mastercard is accepted. Additional terms, conditions, state restrictions apply; see SoFi.com/eligibility for details. SoFi Bank, N.A. Member FDIC. 2750 E. Cottonwood Parkway #300 Cottonwood Heights, UT 84121. ©2022 Social Finance, Inc. All rights reserved. Information as of December 2022 and is subject to change.

Lance Armstrong is one most divisive athletes in history. He won a record seven consecutive Tour de France titles after beating stage three testicular cancer, which had spread to his lymph nodes, lungs, brain, and abdomen. But he has also faced intense scrutiny and admitted to taking performance-enhancing drugs like EPO and cortisone. In this conversation, we discuss his childhood growing up in Plano, Texas. We talk about how he initially got interested in cycling, and when he knew that he could beat the world’s best. He tells me the details about his cancer diagnosis, treatment, and eventual return to professional cycling. We dig deep into his fall from grace, including the federal investigation, the multi-million-dollar lawsuits, and his eventual confession to Oprah. And finally, Lance opens up about the financial impact this has had on his family — from losing $75 million in one day to a fortunate meeting that enabled him to become an early investor in Uber.

Paul Rabil is an athlete, entrepreneur, creator, and investor. He is one of the best lacrosse players in history and now serves as Co-Founder and President of the Premier Lacrosse League (PLL). We discuss the origins of lacrosse as a sport, why he believes the PLL can be one of America's next major sports leagues, what it was like selling a documentary to ESPN, his experience on The Shop with Kyrie Irving and others, and much more. Enjoy!

Troy Aikman was the first overall pick in the 1989 NFL Draft. He won three Super Bowls with the Dallas Cowboys in the 1990s, was elected to the Pro Football Hall of Fame in 2006, and currently serves as the Monday Night Football commentator for ESPN. We discuss how he initially got into broadcasting, why he left FOX for ESPN after 20 years, his take on Tom Brady’s $375 million broadcasting deal, the future of the NFL, what it’s like owning a professional sports team, his new beer company EIGHT, and much more.

Francis Ngannou is the current UFC Heavyweight Champion and one of the toughest people on the planet, both mentally and physically. We discuss growing up in Cameroon, his grueling 14-month journey to freedom, getting his first UFC contract, becoming World Champion, fighting for higher pay across the sport, his business ventures outside of the UFC, and more. Enjoy!

Joe De Sena is the founder & CEO of Spartan, the world’s largest obstacle race and endurance brand. Spartan has hosted more than 250 events across 40-plus countries, and more than 7 million people have competed in a Spartan Race. We discuss why Joe left Wall Street to start the business, how he finally gained traction after ten years of trying, the biggest challenges he faced along the way, the keys to a happy and healthy life, how to become mentally strong, and more. Enjoy!

Rich Kleiman is an entrepreneur and investor. He has worked with NBA superstar Kevin Durant for nearly a decade, handling his foundation and Nike business, building media properties like the Boardroom, and managing a $200 million venture portfolio that includes early investments in companies like Postmates, Coinbase, and more.

More than half of all Premier League clubs now have American owners, including Chelsea, Manchester United, Arsenal, and Liverpool. So this podcast breaks down how this might (soon) create a dangerous situation where the Super League is restarted, All-Star Games are established, and relegation is ended. Enjoy!

Casper Stylsvig is the Chief Revenue Officer at AC Milan. We discuss the club being acquired for $1.3 billion by RedBird Capital, why the New York Yankees became minority investors, the future business model for football clubs globally, where the plan currently sits for their new $1 billion stadium, why US expansion is inevitable, and more. Enjoy!

Today's episode breaks down the extraordinary life and journey of Frances Tiafoe, the only American male tennis player left in contention at the US Open. Enjoy!

Today's episode breaks down the ownership structure of Manchester United, including how the Glazer family has creatively taken nearly $2 billion off the table while still maintaining ~70% equity ownership. Enjoy!

John Talty is a senior sports editor at AL.com and the author of The Leadership Secrets of Nick Saban: How Alabama's Coach Became the Greatest Ever. We discuss the qualities that make Nick Saban the best college football coach in history, why he focuses on the process instead of the results, and the best stories from his 15+ years at Alabama. Enjoy!

Today's guest is Dan Porter, the co-founder and CEO of Overtime. Dan and I chat about how the company has expanded over the last six years, why he believes premium IP ownership is so important, and what might be next for the $500 million-plus company. Enjoy!

Today's podcast breaks down Formula One's Q2 2022 financial results, including a 50% increase in revenue and record attendance for the first half of the 2022 season. Enjoy!

Andrew Brandt is the former Vice President of the Green Bay Packers and one of the sharpest minds in sports business today. So we sat down to discuss various topics around the NFL, including Deshaun Watson's six-game suspension, the Miami Dolphins tampering case, and more. Enjoy!

Disney announced earlier this month that its sports streaming service ESPN+ was getting a 42% price hike. So today's podcast breaks down why they made that decision, what it means for consumers, and where we are headed next. Enjoy!

Avery Akkineni is the President of Vayner3. She leads the company's mission to build long-term Web 3 and NFT strategies for the world's leading intellectual property owners serving brands, celebrities, and athletes. We talk about her experience leading VaynerMedia's expansion into APAC, growing a team from 0-150+ employees, the future of Web3, and the importance of building through a bear market. Enjoy!

UEFA is currently soliciting broadcasting bids for more than $2 billion over six years for the Champions League. So today's episode breaks down why the winner will end up paying much more than $2 billion. Enjoy!

The final major of the 2022 golf season has arrived, with the 150th Open Championship teeing off today at St. Andrews in Scotland. So today's podcast breaks down the $250 million details behind the event, including how you can get a ticket and sleeping arrangements for less than $500. Enjoy!

Geoff Cottrill is the Chief Marketing Officer at Topgolf. We talk about the company's growth from zero venues to more than seventy today, what has changed since their $2 billion merger with Callaway last year, and how they are contributing to the surge of interest in golf globally. Enjoy!

The NFL is aggressively pushing to include flag football in the 2028 Olympics in Los Angeles. So today's episode breaks down the multi-billion-dollar reason driving the decision and the likelihood of it happening. Enjoy!

Joey Chestnut won his 15th Nathan's Famous Hot Dog Eating Championship, finishing 63 hot dogs in just 10 minutes. So for today's episode I break down the business that Joey Chestnut has built over nearly two decades of competitive eating and how much his rivals make via Major League Eating (MLE). Enjoy!

The Jordan Brand just crossed $5 billion in annual revenue for the first time. So today's episode breaks down the story of the man that saved Nike and built the Jordan Brand into a multi-billion dollar business—I'm talking about Tinker Hatfield. Enjoy!

Wimbledon is one of the most exclusive sporting events in the world. But similar to The Masters at Augusta National Golf Club, tournament organizers appear to be leaving tens of millions of dollars on the table to protect that prestige. So today's episode breaks down the $350 million business behind Wimbledon. Enjoy!

Formula 1 has agreed to renew its US media rights deal with ESPN for another 3 years, and ESPN will see its annual fee increase from $5 million to $75 million-plus. So today's episode breaks down the details of the deal and what this might mean for the future of F1 in the United States. Enjoy!

Justin Papadakis the COO and Chief Real Estate Officer at the United Soccer League (USL). We discuss where the league fits in today's sports landscape, how its ownership and profitability model works, the league's aggressive real estate expansion plans, and more. Enjoy!

Alan Stein Jr. is a keynote speaker, author, and performance coach. He spent 15+ years working with the highest performing basketball players on the planet, including NBA superstars Kevin Durant, Steph Curry, and Kobe Bryant. We discuss personality traits that make elite athletes exceptional, how to overcome failure, the keys to maximizing performance, the importance of a routine, and more. Enjoy! Link to Alan's new book: https://www.amazon.com/Sustain-Your-Game-Performance-Stagnation/dp/0306926253

Justin Medeiros is a CrossFit Athlete and the 2021 Fittest Man on Earth. We talk about how he got into the sport, his training and recovery routine, the growth of CrossFit as a business, and more. Enjoy!

Zach Maurides is the founder and CEO of Teamworks, a digital software that more than 5,000 sports organizations use to manage their operations globally. We discuss how Zach started the business as a student-athlete at Duke University, the journey from bootstrapping to raising $100 million, the future of sports tech, and more. Enjoy!

Apple TV has signed a 10-year deal with Major League Soccer and will become the exclusive home of all MLS games globally starting next year. The deal is worth at least $250 million annually, or $2.5 billion over ten years, and that is 2.8x the $90 million MLS currently earns from its TV deals. But does that mean it's a good deal for Major League Soccer? Today's episode breaks it all down. Enjoy!

Ameeth Sankaran is the CEO of Religion of Sports, a sports media production company co-founded by Tom Brady, Michael Strahan, and filmmaker and entrepreneur Gotham Chopra. We talk about the increased demand for sports programming in the streaming era, how the company will expand after raising a $50M Series B, what makes Tom Brady and Michael Strahan elite at business, and much more.

Today's episode breaks down the recent drop in crypto valuations and discusses whether the multi-billion-dollar sports sponsorships we saw last year are in trouble. Enjoy!

Jenna Kurath is the head of Comcast NBCUniversal’s SportsTech Accelerator, a technology accelerator that finds, funds, and fast-tracks technologies from innovative entrepreneurs. We talk about the pros and cons of the accelerator format, how they add value through existing partnerships, the current state of venture capital, and more. Enjoy!

Devin Haney is the undisputed lightweight champion of the world. We talk about his recent fight against George Kambosos Jr. in Australia, what it was like fighting in bars and pool halls in Mexico when he was younger, his approach to building an audience on social media, and more. Enjoy!

The LIV Golf Invitational Series has taken the sports world by storm. They have committed hundreds of millions of dollars to some of the world's best players, and the first tournament kicks off the weekend in London. So today's episode breaks down what LIV Golf is and if they actually have a chance of competing with the PGA. Enjoy!

Today's episode breaks down how Dwayne "The Rock" Johnson, Dany Garcia, and RedBird Capital plan to turn the XFL into a billion-dollar business that competes with the NFL. Enjoy!

LeBron James officially became a billionaire last week, according to Forbes. So today's episode is an excerpt from a conversation with Anthony Pompliano (my brother), where I break down exactly how LeBron built his business and what deals made him a billionaire. Enjoy!

Spencer Owen is a content creator on YouTube and the founder of Hashtag United, a professional soccer club and eSports team. We talk about how he built his audience, why he decided to start a soccer club, how he plans to bring them to the Premier League, and more. Enjoy!

Ezra Levine is the CEO of Collectable, a fractional ownership platform & community for sports collectibles. We talk about the modern financial portfolio, the future of investing, and he even announces some breaking news about a special hire at Collectable. Enjoy!

Andrew Brandt is the former Vice President of the Green Bay Packers and one of the sharpest minds in sports business today. So we sat down to discuss various topics around the NFL, including Colin Kaepernick's workout with the Las Vegas Raiders, Dan Snyder's NFL future, what might happen to the pro bowl, and much more. Enjoy!

Bryson Sullivan is an aerodynamics expert and F1 enthusiast. We break down the Monaco Grand Prix, including decisions made by the FIA, Ferrari's strategy mistakes, Fernando Alonso holding up the pack, Monaco's future place on the F1 calendar, and the 2022 championship fight. Enjoy!

Today's episode breaks down the financial situation at FC Barcelona. The historic club is roughly $1 billion in debt, and they are attempting to dig themselves out of the hole by creatively leveraging some of their most unique assets, including equity offers from Goldman Sachs, Fanatics, and others. Enjoy!

Donn Davis is the Chairman and Founder of the Professional Fighters League (PFL). The MMA organization has raised $200 million in venture capital and is currently valued at $500 million. We discuss the growth of MMA as a global sport, their plan to steal market share from the UFC, the future of media rights, why this can be a multi-billion-dollar company, and more. Enjoy!

Today's episode breaks down the epic origin story of what eventually became LeBron's James' billion dollar business with Nike. Enjoy!

Haider Rafique is the Global Chief Marketing Officer at OKX, one of the world's largest crypto exchanges. They have recently signed massive sponsorship deals with Manchester City and McLaren's Formula 1 team. So Haider walks me through the details, including how much these partnerships cost, what you can expect in return, the questions and concerns crypto companies are being asked, and more. Enjoy!

Lionel Messi is set to leave Paris Saint-Germain after the 2023 season and join MLS club Inter Miami, acquiring a 35% equity stake in the franchise, according to Alex Candal at DIRECTV Sports. Messi's camp has denied the rumor, but today's podcast breaks down the business case as to why this might make a lot of sense financially. Enjoy!

Today’s episode breaks down two of the most recent topics in sports business — the United States being selected to host the Rugby World Cup and the future of crypto sponsorships in sports after a 50% drop in digital assets. Enjoy!

Brian Feroldi is an investor, writer, and content creator. Brian is one of my favorite people to follow on Twitter regarding personal finances and investing, and he joined me for today's episode to discuss his new book "Why Does The Stock Market Go Up?". Enjoy!

Today’s episode breaks down Tom Brady’s new 10-year, $375 million deal with Fox Sports, and Sportico’s new list of the world’s top 100 highest-paid athletes. Enjoy!

Matt Leinart is a college football analyst at Fox Sports. He won a Heisman Trophy and National Championship at the University of Southern California (USC) in 2004. He was the 10th overall pick in the 2006 NFL Draft, and he played in the NFL for six seasons. We talk about what it was like playing at USC, how NIL has changed college football, the new business he is launching to fill a void, and more. Enjoy!

Fredrik Haga is the co-founder of crypto analytics platform Dune. The business has only 16 employees and was founded just 3 years ago, yet just raised a $69,420,000 Series B funding round at a valuation north of $1 billion. We discuss his fundraising journey, building through crypto winter, the future of analytics on the blockchain, and more. Enjoy!

Yanni Hufnagel is a former college basketball coach for the California Golden Bears, Vanderbilt Commodores, and Harvard Crimson. But in 2017, Yanni left coaching and launched Lemon Perfect, a flavored cold-pressed lemon water brand. The business will do $60 million in sales this year, they have raised $40M+ at a $100M+ valuation, and their cap table now includes Beyonce, Kyle Kuzma, Josh Hart, Channing Frye, Nick Young, Spencer Dinwiddie, and others. We talk about how Yanni came up with the original idea, what made him decide to go all-in, the lessons he has learned along the way, and how he thinks the business can go from a $100 million valuation to a $5 billion valuation. Enjoy!

Justin Marks is the owner of NASCAR Cup Series team Trackhouse Racing. We discuss the business behind owning a NASCAR team, why he thinks the sport is ripe for disruption, how he thinks about building a cohesive organization, the future of media rights in the United States, and more. Enjoy!

Chris Pronger is one of the best players in NHL history. He was the second overall pick in the 1993 NHL draft. He played 20 years in total. He won an MVP trophy in 1999, a Stanely Cup in 2007, and two Olympic gold medals with Team Canada. We talk about the pressure he faced early in his career, the financial lessons he learned along the way, how he thinks about investments today, and his advice for a younger generation. Enjoy!

Today's episode breaks down two of the most interesting topics in sports business — Netflix potentially getting into live sports and how Liberty Media grew Formula 1's US presence after buying the business for $4.4 billion in 2017. Enjoy!

Nicholas Horbaczewski is the Founder & CEO of the Drone Racing League (DRL), the world’s premier professional drone racing property. Before founding DRL in 2015, Nick served as the Chief Revenue Officer of Tough Mudder, which he grew to over 60 global events and $100mm in revenue during his time there. We discuss the growth of drone racing globally, how he turned a niche activity into a 9-figure business, why it's valuable to own your tech stack, the challenges he has faced, and more. Enjoy!

Nat Eliason is one of my favorite writers in crypto. His blog (www.nateliason.com) eloquently breaks down complicated topics into simple concepts that anyone can understand. We discuss the crypto gaming market, Web3 projects, decentralized finance (DeFi), tokenomics, play-and-earn gaming, and more. Enjoy!

Tyree Burks is the founder and CEO of Players Health, a risk services and insurance firm that protects athletes and sports organizations with a risk management platform. We discuss his background, the current state of youth sports, raising $28 million in funding, and more. Enjoy!

Ice Cube is a rapper, actor, filmmaker, entrepreneur, and founder of BIG3. We discuss his ability to excel in several industries, why he's building the BIG3, his current investments, crypto, his favorite movies & diss tracks, and even who would win in a one-on-one game of basketball — him or Snoop Dogg. This episode was a lot of fun. Enjoy!

Today's episode breaks down one of my favorite business stories, the argument between Enzo Ferrari and Ferruccio Lamborghini that created two multi-billion-dollar brands. Enjoy!

Eric Thomas is a critically acclaimed author, world-renowned speaker, educator, pastor, and so much more. Known as “ET” to most, Eric has become a motivational mentor for some of the world’s most popular sports leagues, teams, and players, including Chris Paul, Damian Lillard, Devin Booker, Cam Newton, and others. We talk about his path from homelessness to master motivator, the challenges that stop many people from accomplishing their dreams, how he learned to handle pressure, the keys to becoming a great public speaker, and more.

Today's episode breaks down the economics of the NFL draft. I talk about the first draft in 1936, ESPN asking to televise it in 1980, its growth since, and what might happen next. Enjoy!

Trung Phan is one of the internet’s most prolific creators. He previously wrote for 1.5 million daily readers at The Hustle and now writes a popular newsletter, hosts a podcast, and contributes as a Bloomberg Opinion columnist. We talk about Elon Musk's attempt to buy Twitter, why Red Bull is really just a marketing company, where the next NBA expansion franchise might end up, and more. Enjoy!

Joe De Sena is the founder & CEO of Spartan, the world’s largest obstacle race and endurance brand. Spartan host more than 250 events across 40-plus countries, and more than 7 million people have competed in a Spartan Race. We discuss why he left Wall Street to start the business, the impact that the mafia had on his life, the biggest challenges he faced along the way, the keys to a happy and healthy life, and more. Enjoy!

Today's episode is going to be a little different. I went on my friend Andrew Brandt's podcast last week, and we discussed why I left Wall Street to create sports business content full-time, the emergence of crypto within sports, Formula 1's meteoric rise in the United States, and more. Enjoy!

Jimmy “Jomboy” O'Brien was a wedding videographer just a few years ago, but after launching a popular podcast with his friend in 2018, he raised venture capital and has quickly built one of the fastest-growing media companies in sports today—Jomboy Media. We talk about his journey from wedding videographer to media CEO, how the business got so big so fast, their future expansion plans, and Jomboy even drops some breaking news at the end of our conversation. Enjoy!

Jasmine Maietta is the founder of round21, a creative brand that creates digital & physical art at the intersection of sports, community, and culture. In this episode, we discuss what Web3 really is, why today's athletes want to be entrepreneurs, the future relationship between sports & art, and so much more. Enjoy!

Jack Settleman is the founder of Snapback Sports, a sports media brand that started on Snapchat and has more than 1 million followers today. We discuss the changing media landscape, the broader creator economy, why Mark Cuban bought an Instagram meme account, and the launch of his new national food brand. Enjoy!

Rob is the co-founder and Chief Product Officer at Rally, one of the world's leading technology companies. Rally helps source and acquire the world's most unique and expensive collectibles, and allows users to buy, trade, and sell equity shares through fractionalization. We talk about the 21st-century portfolio, how Rally determines which assets to buy, the underlying price dynamics, the future of investing, and more. Enjoy!

Mike Tannenbaum has been around the NFL for more than 25+ years, serving as General Manager of the New York Jets from 2006 to 2012. We discuss what it takes to become an NFL General Manager, how analytics has changed football, why hard work always beats talent, the future of sports media, and more. Enjoy!

Andrew Brandt is the former Vice President of the Green Bay Packers and one of the sharpest minds in sports business today. So we sat down to discuss various topics around the NFL, including allegations Dan Snyder "cooked" the books, Buffalo's decision to spend $850 million of taxpayer money on a new $1.4 billion stadium, Deshaun Watson's record-setting, fully-guaranteed $230 million contract, and more. Enjoy!

Pickleball is the fastest growing sport in the United States, and Gary Vaynerchuk just purchased a professional team competing in Major League Pickleball (MLP). So I sat down with his partner Ryan Harwood (GM of the team) to discuss the economics of the deal, the future of the sport, and more. Enjoy!

AJ Vaynerchuk is the co-founder and CEO of athlete representation firm VaynerSports. He previously served as the COO of VaynerMedia and is an angel investor in several large companies like Twitter, Uber, Venmo, Snapchat, Coinbase, and more. We discuss the qualities that all world-class entrepreneurs share, the balance between hard work, family, and health, the pros & cons of angel investing, and much more. Enjoy!

Michael Jordan is the wealthiest athlete of all time. But here's the part that you probably didn't know — less than 4% of his total net worth came from his NBA salary. So for today's episode, I break down Michael Jordan's two best investments: a unique partnership with Nike & a well-timed acquisition of the Charlotte Hornets. Enjoy!

WAGMI Untied, a new brand at the intersection of crypto and sports, has acquired Crawley Town FC, an English Football League Two club. The plan is to "bring a digital-first, community-powered approach to the club and turn Crawley Town into the soccer team of choice for the global Web3 community." So for today's episode, I sat down with the club's new directors, Preston Johnson and Eben Smith, to dig into the details. Enjoy!

Today's episode is with Mike Rabil, co-founder & CEO of the Premier Lacrosse League (PLL). The PLL has raised millions of dollars from the world's best investors in an attempt to build the next major US professional sports league. Mike walks me through how difficult it was to raise capital, the challenges they face today, their road to profitability, and what he has learned as an entrepreneur and leader. Enjoy!

Ninety of the world’s best golfers will travel to Augusta, Georgia, this week to compete in the 86th annual Masters golf tournament. But here's the part you didn't know — Augusta National and the Masters reportedly leave more than $200 million on the table. So for today's episode/newsletter, I break down the (financial) details and attempt to explain why tournament organizers don't fully maximize profit. Enjoy!

Wrestlemania is taking over AT&T Stadium this weekend, with an estimated 200k people from 47 countries getting together for the largest event in pro wrestling. So for today's episode, I broke down the money and business behind WWE. Enjoy!

Today's episode breaks down the growth of Formula 1 in the United States, including how Liberty Media pulled it off and what it means (financially) for the future of the sport. Enjoy!

Avi Dabir is the Vice President of Business Development at FTX. He has been committed to spending more than $500 million on sports partnerships, including deals with the Miami Heat, Major League Baseball, the Mercedes Formula 1 team, Tom Brady, Stephen Curry, Naomi Osaka, and Shohei Ohtani. So when Avi came into the studio this week, my brothers and I asked him exactly how these deals get negotiated, what it's like working with Tom Brady, how their Super Bowl commercial with Larry David came together, and what might be next for FTX. Enjoy!

The Buffalo Bills are getting a new $1.4 billion stadium, and $850 million (60%) is coming from public taxpayer funds. Today's podcast breaks down whether that is a good or bad deal. Enjoy!

Nicolas Julia is the co-founder and CEO of Sorare, an NFT fantasy soccer platform built on the Ethereum blockchain. The company has raised over $700 million and is currently valued north of $4.3 billion, becoming the fastest startup to reach a multi-billion-dollar valuation in European history. Nicolas and I discuss how NFTs can change the world, the future of blockchain gaming, how he has changed as a leader and operator, the tricks to keep churn low, potential geographic expansion, and more. Enjoy!

Dejan Pralica (known as DP) is the co-founder and CEO of SoleSavy, one of the world's largest online sneaker communities. We discuss entrepreneurship, the value of a strong community, the future of fundraising, and Dejan gives me a complete breakdown of the economics behind the $30 billion sneaker resale market. Enjoy!

Marc Lore is one of the world's best entrepreneurs. He has founded, built, and sold multiple companies, including Diapers.com, which he sold to Amazon for $550 million in 2011, and Jet.com, which he sold to Walmart for $3.3 billion in 2016. We discuss: • The qualities that make a successful entrepreneur • How to get comfortable with failure • The importance of an idea vs. the actual execution of that idea • The questions Marc asks during every interview • How he negotiated the Timberwolves deal • His next multi-billion startup idea • Current investment trends (Crypto, NFTs, etc.) Enjoy!

Today's episode is with Dana White and Rich Kleiman. We discuss how Dana built the UFC, why Rich is so bullish on collectibles, the shift from pay-tv to streaming, and they even share a few epic stories about the most significant challenges they've faced in business. Enjoy!

Patrick Mouratoglou owns and operates the largest tennis academy in Europe and has personally coached Serena Williams for the last ten years. We discuss: • How he built his business • What makes Serena Williams great • How to improve your mental strength Patrick also breaks the news on a special project that he has been working on. Enjoy!

Today's episode breaks down recent events across sports, business, investing, and finance. • The impact of the Russia-Ukraine war • Chelsea's $4 billion sale • Calvin Ridley's $11 million mistake • MLB's $600 million deal with Apple Enjoy!

Today's episode is with Cincinnati Bengals Cornerback Chidobe Awuzie. We discuss: • Playing in the Super Bowl • What he spent his first million dollars on • Investing in private businesses • Crypto, NFTs, and more Enjoy!

I spent the last ten days in Eastern Africa visiting water-stressed communities & climbing Mt. Kilimanjaro with the Waterboys Organization. Our group raised over $140k, which will fund multiple water wells & provide clean, accessible water to thousands of people. It was a life-changing experience, and today's episode breaks down all the details. Enjoy!

Today's episode is with David Barnett and Pat Perry. David and Pat are the founders of Tour Junkies, a popular media network that provides weekly podcasts and blogs on everything related to professional golf. We discuss: • The Saudi-backed golf league • Potential changes to the PGA Tour • Sportswashing • The 2022 Masters • Tiger Woods • Augusta National Golf Club • Stories about caddying for Will Ferrell Enjoy!

Kenny Florian is an MMA legend, sports broadcaster, and investor. In this conversation, we discuss the business of MMA, UFC fighter pay, Joe Rogan, distrust in media, Bitcoin, central bank digital currencies, inflation, and more. Enjoy!

Jerod Mayo was the 10th overall pick in the 2008 NFL Draft, and he played eight seasons with the New England Patriots, winning one Super Bowl and playing in another. Jerod is now a coach for the New England Patriots. We discuss: • Transitioning to the NFL • What it's like playing for Bill Belichick • How much NFL players get paid in the playoffs • The future of athlete investing • And more Enjoy!

Today's episode is with Charly Arnolt. Charly is a sports broadcaster and television personality for ESPN, where she regularly appears on shows like First Take and hosts the popular podcast "First Take, Her Take." We discuss: • Breaking into sports media • A day in the life at ESPN • The biggest misconceptions about TV • Building a personal brand on social media • And more Enjoy!

Today's episode is with Francis Ngannou. Francis is one of the most inspiring athletes in professional sports. He grew up in a small village in Cameroon, started physical labor at the age of 10, and eventually went on a 14-month journey to Europe searching for freedom and prosperity. The best part? He is now the UFC heavyweight champion of the world. We discuss: • His journey from Cameroon to Paris • Sacrificing $10M+ for freedom • Being paid $300k in Bitcoin • The percentage change he fights Tyson Fury • And more This might be my favorite episode yet — enjoy!

Today's episode is with Scott Lawin, the CEO of Candy Digital. Candy Digital is a digital collectibles business co-founded by Michael Rubin, Mike Novogratz, and Gary Vaynerchuck. The company is less than a year old but has already locked in an exclusive partnership with Major League Baseball, raised over $100 million in venture capital, and is currently valued north of $1.5 billion. We discuss: • What an NFT actually is • Onboarding billions of people to crypto • Consumer adoption of digital wallets • Why every sports fan will own an NFT • And more This was a fantastic conversation — enjoy!

Today's episode is with Renee Montgomery, a former WNBA player and current vice president & part-owner of the Atlanta Dream. We discuss: • Winning a national championship at UCONN • Investing in the WNBA team she played for • Growing women's basketball in the US • Building a media & investing business Enjoy!

Chris Long was the 2nd overall pick in the 2008 NFL, won two Super Bowls with the New England Patriots & Philadelphia Eagles, launched a media business upon retirement, and is one of the most active philanthropists in sports today. We discuss: • Life in the NFL • Winning two Super Bowls • Building a media business • Climbing Mount Kilimanjaro • And more Enjoy!

Today's episode is with Gary Vaynerchuk. Gary is a world-class entrepreneur & operator. He's an investor in several multi-billion-dollar businesses. He's an author, speaker, and collector. And most recently, he's the creator of the popular NFT project Veefriends. We discuss: • When Gary first heard about crypto & NFTs • How he plans to grow the IP for VeeFriends • His biggest financial wins & losses • The future of the digital economy • And more This was a fantastic conversation. Enjoy!

This episode is with Sohrob Farudi. Sohrob is the founder & CEO of Fan Controlled Sports & Entertainment, an innovative new company that combines IRL professional sports with Web3 attributes like NFTs, blockchain gaming, community ownership, and more. They recently raised $40 million from some of the best investors globally, and Sohrob broke down the entire business model for me. We discuss: • Fan controlled football's founding story • What role they play in Web3 • Using NFTs for team & league governance • Onboarding people to crypto • The future of play-to-earn gaming • Tokenomics in sports Enjoy!

Today's episode is with TJ Adeshola, the Head of Sports at Twitter. We discuss: • Creative ways to get a job in sports • The growth of Twitter spaces • How Twitter partners with leagues & teams • The athletes that utilize social media the best Enjoy!

Will Ahmed is the founder & CEO of WHOOP, a human performance company that collects and provides physiological data 24/7 to optimize how you train, recover, and sleep. WHOOP was founded in 2011, they have raised about $400 million, and the business is currently valued at roughly $4 billion. We discuss: • Whoop's founding story • The tradeoffs between distribution vs. product • Working with LeBron James & Michael Phelps • The biggest takeaway's from WHOOP's data • Transitioning to a subscription model • The benefits of meditation Enjoy!

Today's episode is with Ricky Wysocki, a 2x disc golf World Champion. We discuss: • The business behind pro disc golf • How much the top players are making • Ricky's 4-year, $4 million deal • Being paid $250,000 in bitcoin • And more Enjoy!

Today's episode is with Rachel Luba, the founder of Luba Sports & the youngest female agent in baseball history. We discuss: • How to become an agent • What role data plays in negotiations • Trevor Bauer's $100 million deal • The role of social media • and more Enjoy!

Nigel Eccles is the former co-founder & CEO at FanDuel and has spent the last few years building multiple businesses that uniquely straddle the creator economy, sports betting, web3, crypto, and more. We discuss: • Raising $450 million in venture capital • Finding product-market fit at FanDuel • Ethereum vs. Solana • The future of DAOs • Regulation in crypto • Lessons from 20 years of entrepreneurship Enjoy!

This episode of The Joe Pomp Show is with Buster Scher, the founder of Hoops Nation. Buster has a fantastic story — he started posting NBA content on Facebook when he was 14 years old and has spent the last seven years building a sports media company with nearly 10 million followers. In this conversation, we discuss: • Building a large media company • Why Mark Cuban is buying Meme accounts • How he monetizes social media content • The reason he decided to skip college • Investing in historical collectibles • and more Enjoy!

Today's episode is with former Complex CEO Rich Antoniello. Topics: • Selling Complex for $300 million • Building a media network over two decades • The craziest things he did to keep the business alive • The future of Bitcoin, crypto, web3, and the metaverse • What he is investing in today & his advice to young entrepreneurs Please listen, subscribe, share, and enjoy!

Today's episode is with John Robinson, the President & COO of 100 Thieves. In this conversation, we discuss: • Raising over $100 million from VCs • How they reached a $460 million valuation • Why Dan Gilbert, Drake, and Scooter Braun invested • Their plan to diversify revenue streams • Organic growth vs. acquisitions • If they plan to go public anytime soon Enjoy!

Today's episode is with former All-Pro NFL Linebacker Shawne Merriman. In this conversation, we discuss: • How he got the nickname "Lights Out" • Going from homeless to a $10 million NFL contract • The smartest athletes he has ever been around • The economics behind his MMA league "LXF" • The future of sports betting & streaming content Enjoy!

Today's episode is with Jason Robins, the co-founder & CEO of DraftKings. In this conversation, we discuss: • How DraftKings raised its seed round • Their plan to reduce marketing expenses • The future of micro-betting & iGaming • The diversification of revenue streams outside DFS/OSB/iGaming • Lowering CAC, increasing LTV, and reducing customer churn • Putting Bitcoin on the balance sheet & letting customers pay in crypto Enjoy!

Today's episode is with Darren Heitner, the founder of Heitner Legal and an expert on all things name, image, and likeness. In this conversation, we discuss: • How NIL rules have changed • Which athletes are making the most money • The school paying millions of dollars in academic bonuses • How brands are determining the success of these deals This was an awesome conversation, and I hope you enjoy it.

Today's episode is with Jack Groetzinger, the co-founder and CEO of ticketing platform SeatGeek. We discuss: • Why scams led him to start SeatGeek • Their strategy to minimize customer churn • SeatGeek's approach to influencer marketing • What impact COVID-19 had on their business • Going public via a SPAC at a $1.35 billion valuation • The future of NFTs in ticketing Enjoy!

Today's episode is with my brother Anthony Pompliano, a technology investor & entrepreneur. With crypto becoming more engrained within professional sports by the day, Anthony and I sat down to discuss why athletes like Saquon Barkley, Odell Beckham Jr., and Aaron Rodgers are being paid in Bitcoin, the crypto exchanges spending billions of dollars on sports partnerships, the future of NFTs, and more. Enjoy!

Today's episode is with Will Compton. In addition to nearly a decade-long career as an NFL linebacker, Will Compton has built the popular podcast Bussin' With The Boys. Topics discussed: • College recruitment • Transitioning to the NFL • Financial education & leadership • Building a podcast while in the NFL • The best athlete he's ever played with Enjoy!

Today's episode is with Jim Huether, the CEO of Hyperice. Jim joined Hyperice in 2014 and has led the business from less than $1 million in annual sales to over $200 million last year. In this conversation, Jim walks me through how they built a billion-dollar business, what it was like raising nearly $50 million from some of the world's best athletes, the craziest thing he's ever done to keep the business alive, and more. This was an awesome conversation. Enjoy!

Paul Rabil is an athlete, entrepreneur, creator, and investor. After retiring earlier this year as one of the best professional lacrosse players in history, Paul Rabil is now focused on building the Premier Lacrosse League (PLL) with his brother Mike. In this conversation, we discuss: - The financial transition to pro lacrosse - His hall of fame career - Building a multi-billion-dollar sports league - Traditional media vs. distributed media This was a fantastic conversation, and I hope you enjoy it.

Today's episode is with Darren Rovell. After spending nearly two decades covering sports business at ESPN & CNBC, Darren became a senior executive producer at the Action Network in 2018. In this conversation, we discuss: • The future of sports betting • The best athlete investors ever • How much college students are making off NIL • Kobe Bryant's $600 million investment win • John Elway's $600 million mistake Enjoy & make sure you're subscribed for future podcasts!

Dan Porter is the co-founder of Overtime, a multi-platform digital sports network built for the 21st century. With a community of over 50 million followers generating 1.7 billion video views each month, Overtime recently launched Overtime Elite, a pro basketball league that pays high school-aged players more than $100,000 annually, provides health benefits, and college tuition should the player not pursue pro basketball. In this conversation, we discuss: - The idea that led to Overtime - How the company currently makes money - What it was like raising money from Jeff Bezos & Drake - The future of Sports Betting, Crypto, and the Metaverse Enjoy! ======================= Monitor your recovery, sleep, training, and health with personalized recommendations and coaching feedback with WHOOP. Train smarter, recover faster, sleep better, and now feel healthier with WHOOP and their all-new WHOOP 4 DOT O. The latest, most advanced fitness wearable on the market.  Go to whoop.com and receive 15% off when you use the code JOE at checkout.  ======================= It’s time to upgrade your old baggy sweats and check out Public Rec. Finally, a more stylish alternative to sweatpants that are way more comfortable than jeans. Their best-selling All Day Every Day Pant is worn by thousands, including me, and they’re the perfect combination of indoor comfort and outdoor style.  Public Rec RARELY discounts, but right now, they have an exclusive offer just for The Joe Pomp Show Listeners. Go to publicrec.com and use promo code HUDDLE to receive 10% off. ===================== My friends at Coin Cloud will give you $50 in FREE Bitcoin when you buy $200 or more at any of their 4,000+ machines. Use promo code JOE to get your free Bitcoin. For details or to find your nearest Coin Cloud machine, visit www.Coin.Cloud/JOE  Coin Cloud has been serving customers since 2014 and has established itself as the world's leading digital currency machine (DCM) operator. More than just a Bitcoin ATM, Coin Cloud machines make it easy to buy and sell Bitcoin and 30+ other digital assets with cash. To get your $50 in free Bitcoin, visit www.Coin.Cloud/JOE =======================

Rich Kleiman is the longtime manager and business partner of Kevin Durant. Kleiman & Durant have co-founded multiple businesses together, including The Boardroom, a media company at the intersection of sports, music, art, and culture, and Thirty Five Ventures, an investment vehicle they have used to make over 75 investments in companies like Coinbase, Postmates, WHOOP, Robinhood, and more. In this conversation, we discuss: - Working with pro athletes - Building a media company - How Rich evaluates potential investments - The impact San Francisco had on their deal flow - How athletes think about money - What Rich would do if he had to start all over Enjoy! ======================= Monitor your recovery, sleep, training, and health with personalized recommendations and coaching feedback with WHOOP. Train smarter, recover faster, sleep better, and now feel healthier with WHOOP and their all-new WHOOP 4 DOT O. The latest, most advanced fitness wearable on the market.  Go to whoop.com and receive 15% off when you use the code JOE at checkout. ======================= It’s time to upgrade your old baggy sweats and check out Public Rec. Finally, a more stylish alternative to sweatpants that are way more comfortable than jeans. Their best-selling All Day Every Day Pant is worn by thousands, including me, and they’re the perfect combination of indoor comfort and outdoor style.  Public Rec RARELY discounts, but right now, they have an exclusive offer just for The Joe Pomp Show Listeners. Go to publicrec.com and use promo code HUDDLE to receive 10% off. ===================== My friends at Coin Cloud will give you $50 in FREE Bitcoin when you buy $200 or more at any of their 4,000+ machines. Use promo code JOE to get your free Bitcoin. For details or to find your nearest Coin Cloud machine, visit www.Coin.Cloud/JOE  Coin Cloud has been serving customers since 2014 and has established itself as the world's leading digital currency machine (DCM) operator. More than just a Bitcoin ATM, Coin Cloud machines make it easy to buy and sell Bitcoin and 30+ other digital assets with cash. To get your $50 in free Bitcoin, visit www.Coin.Cloud/JOE =======================

Andrew Brandt is one of the most respected voices in sports business.   Andrew spent time on the agency side working with athletes like Michael Jordan and Patrick Ewing, but he was also Vice President of the Green Bay Packers, where he spent a decade negotiating player contracts, managing the salary cap, and handling all football-related business operations.   In this conversation, we discuss working for the Packers, negotiating NFL contracts, the dynamic between Brett Favre & Aaron Rodgers, publicly owned sports teams, and current events across the NFL.  =======================  Monitor your recovery, sleep, training, and health with personalized recommendations and coaching feedback with WHOOP. Train smarter, recover faster, sleep better, and now feel healthier with WHOOP and their all-new WHOOP 4 DOT O. The latest, most advanced fitness wearable on the market.  Go to whoop.com and receive 15% off when you use the code JOE at checkout. =======================  It’s time to upgrade your old baggy sweats and check out Public Rec. Finally, a more stylish alternative to sweatpants that are way more comfortable than jeans. Their best-selling All Day Every Day Pant is worn by thousands, including me, and they’re the perfect combination of indoor comfort and outdoor style.  Public Rec RARELY discounts, but right now, they have an exclusive offer just for The Joe Pomp Show Listeners. Click here and use promo code HUDDLE to receive 10% off. =====================  My friends at Coin Cloud will give you $50 in FREE Bitcoin when you buy $200 or more at any of their 4,000+ machines. Use promo code JOE to get your free Bitcoin. For details or to find your nearest Coin Cloud machine, visit www.Coin.Cloud/JOE  Coin Cloud has been serving customers since 2014 and has established itself as the world's leading digital currency machine (DCM) operator. More than just a Bitcoin ATM, Coin Cloud machines make it easy to buy and sell Bitcoin and 30+ other digital assets with cash. To get your $50 in free Bitcoin, visit www.Coin.Cloud/JOE  =======================