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'Sporticast' is a new podcast hosted by business journalists Scott Soshnick and Eben Novy-Williams from Sportico that will deliver the inside scoop on the intersection of money and sports. From billion-dollar valuations to team sales, sponsorship contracts and media rights, go behind the scenes on the deals that power the global sports economy. For more coverage and information, be sure to check out sportico.com

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    • Jun 5, 2025 LATEST EPISODE
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    lnside the $7M Takeover of a Viral Winter Olympics Sport

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 5, 2025 43:01


    Eben speaks with Nic Sulsky, CEO of The Curling Group, about the ~$7 million takeover of the sport's biggest event series, the business strategy behind making curling a more commercially successful global sport, the impact of the Olympics, and how curling is misunderstood among many sports fans. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

    How Another Stanley Cup Run Makes Panthers Money

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 3, 2025 34:26


    Scott and Eben speak with Shawn Thornton, chief revenue officer of the Florida Panthers, about the team's third straight Stanley Cup run and how that turns into new revenue for the NHL franchise. They also talk Florida hockey, the Tkachuk brothers, and the culture of the sport. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

    $6.1B Celtics Group Comes Together, Caitlin Clark Gets Hurt

    Play Episode Listen Later May 29, 2025 31:36


    Scott and Eben discuss the latest on the $6.1 billion Celtics sale, with the buyers finalizing their group members and their financing. They also talk about a notable WNBA stake sale, a notable WNBA injury, and big news concerning the world's highest-paid athlete. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

    Why Haven't Sports Teams or Their Billionaire Owners Done This?

    Play Episode Listen Later May 27, 2025 39:32


    Scott and Eben speak with Syracuse sports management professor Rick Burton about the future of sports and fandom, with commonsense changes to enhance stadiums and leagues. They also talk about MLS, the subject of Burton's most recent book, titled “The Rise of Major League Soccer.” Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

    TGL Franchise Values, Plus NFL Boosts Olympic Flag Football

    Play Episode Listen Later May 22, 2025 31:20


    Scott and Eben discuss the newest TGL franchise selling for $70+ million. They also talk about Olympic flag football, the WNBA opening week, the Fanatics Games, and LiveBarn for sale. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

    Can UCLA Reverse its $200+ Million in Athletics Losses?

    Play Episode Listen Later May 20, 2025 43:02


    Scott and Eben talk about UCLA's plan to right-size its athletic department. They also talk about a stake sale for the San Francisco 49ers, and the NHL/NBA playoffs. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

    Connecticut Sun, Portland Trail Blazers Both For Sale

    Play Episode Listen Later May 15, 2025 33:17


    Scott and Eben discuss the sale of two pro basketball teams: the WNBA's Connecticut Sun and the NBA's Portland Trail Blazers. Both are happening in the midst of expansion talks. The hosts also talk about the NFL schedule reveal. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

    Michael Jordan on NBC? What's Going On Here?

    Play Episode Listen Later May 13, 2025 37:32


    Scott and Eben discuss Michael Jordan partnering with NBC to do some NBA coverage next season. They also talk about Shohei Ohtani, Michael Eisner and the new Pope. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

    Real Madrid Regains Spot As Soccer's Most Valuable Club

    Play Episode Listen Later May 8, 2025 41:22


    Eben is joined by colleague Kurt Badenhausen to discuss his ranking of the 50 most valuable soccer teams in the world. They talk No. 1 Real Madrid, No. 2 Manchester United, and a number of other teams. Plus, they break down the economics of global soccer as compared to other major U.S. leagues. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

    Giants Investors Line Up / Warren Buffett Steps Down

    Play Episode Listen Later May 6, 2025 39:26


    Scott and Eben discuss Marc Lasry and Michael Strahan joining forces to pursue an investment in the New York Giants. They also talk about Warren Buffett, the NHL playoffs, President Donald Trump, and more. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

    LIV Golf Nearing Rankings Points / Kentucky Derby Preview

    Play Episode Listen Later May 1, 2025 34:31


    Scott and Eben talk about the latest in professional golf, with LIV Golf close to securing something it has wanted since its inception. They also talk about the Kentucky Derby, Giannis Antetokounmpo, and the very physical NHL playoffs. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

    Shedeur Sanders' Surprise Saturday Slide Stuns Sports Scribes

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 29, 2025 34:28


    Scott and Eben discuss the biggest story of the NFL draft: Shedeur Sanders' fall to the fifth round. They also talk about the Commanders' new stadium deal and the NCAA's new partnership with Genius Sports. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

    50 Highest Paid Athletes Ever / NFL Draft Preview

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 24, 2025 31:21


    Scott and Eben discuss Sportico's high-paid athletes of all time, a top 50 that covers eight sports and 16 countries. They also debate the Savannah Bananas and the upcoming NFL Draft in Green Bay. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

    The ‘Matriarch of Utah' Returns, Plus Trump vs. Harvard Athletics

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 22, 2025 29:41


    Scott and Eben speak about Gail Miller's return to big-time sports ownership in Utah with her purchase of the Utah Royals and Real Salt Lake. They also talk about a new sports PE fund, and Trump vs. Harvard. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

    What the Hell is Going on In College Sports?

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 17, 2025 37:01


    Eben chats with Sportico's Daniel Libit about the rapid changes underway in college sports, including a series of high-profile lawsuits and looming revenue sharing. They also talk about what it all means for fans, the status of athlete activism, and why 2030-2032 may actually be the critical window of reform. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

    PGA vs. LIV Undertones Abound as Rory Wins Masters

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 15, 2025 34:24


    Scott and Eben talk about Rory McIlroy's win at The Masters, and the many business stories that spun off it. They also talk about Nico Iamaleava, Paige Bueckers and Western Michigan hockey. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

    Tariff Whiplash, Plus the World's Highest Paid Golfers

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 10, 2025 29:06


    Scott and Eben discuss a crazy few days in the global economy, with markets crashing and dire words from Republican donors like Ken Griffin, followed by a Trump announcement that sent stock surging. They also talk about the world's highest-paid golfers on the eve of the Masters, and two senators asking the DOJ to probe a new partnership between Fanatics and Ticketmaster. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

    Ovechkin Breaks Goal Record / Tariffs Rock Sports

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 8, 2025 32:18


    Scott and Eben talk about Alex Ovechkin breaking Wayne Gretzky's all-time NHL scoring. They also talk about the sports implications of President Trump's global trade war, the NCAA basketball tournaments, and The Masters. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

    The Truth About Torpedo Bats / Timberwolves Sale Resolved

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 3, 2025 36:07


    Scott and Eben talk about the ‘torpedo bats' that have taken the internet—and MLB—by storm. They also chat about a major update in the Minnesota Timberwolves sale, a potential sale in MLS/NWSL, and the latest in the Ovi goal chase. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

    NBA Europe?!? w/ Unofficial Partner Host Richard Gillis

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 1, 2025 34:20


    Scott and Eben speak with Richard Gillis, host of the Unofficial Partner podcast, about the NBA considering its own league in Europe. They break down the what, the why and the how, and discuss some potential hurdles to the project. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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    MLB Valuations Recap on Opening Day

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 27, 2025 37:54


    Scott and Eben speak with Sportico valuations expert Kurt Badenhausen about his latest MLB numbers, the business of baseball, and what might be in store with the sport's looming labor battle. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

    NCAA Tournament Update: All March, No Madness

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 25, 2025 31:03


    Scott and Eben discuss the first two rounds of the NCAA tournament, which were light on upsets or drama. They also talk about a surprising Celtics sale, and the death of a sports business icon. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

    Galatioto: “My Golden Retriever Could Run an NFL Team”

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 20, 2025 36:49


    Scott and Eben speak with banker Sal Galatioto about his thirty years of sports dealmaking, including surging valuations, notable transactions, and why he thinks MLB teams are undervalued. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

    A March Madness Business Preview

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 18, 2025 31:06


    Scott and Eben break down the business of March Madness, including controversy involving UNC, the NCAA's legal struggles, and the lack of star power on the men's side. They also talk MLB in Japan and the Bengals' spending spree. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

    Live from SXSW: Breaking Celtics Sale News

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 13, 2025 33:45


    Scott and Eben are joined by Eric Jackson for a live taping at SXSW in Austin. They talk about Eminem the WNBA owner, the groups vying for the Celtics, and other musings from their time in Texas. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

    Fanatics x Ticketmaster / Ovi the Collectibles Tsar

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 11, 2025 29:46


    Scott and Eben discuss Fanatics' long-expected move into ticketing, via a partnership with Ticketmaster. They also talk about Alex Ovechkin's memorabilia haul, the Yankees' record 2023 ticket revenue, and WNBA labor omens. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

    How the NHL Is Confronting Fraught USA-Canada Relations

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 6, 2025 31:37


    Scott and Eben talk about how the NHL is navigating fraught economic and political tensions between the U.S. and Canada. They also discuss a notable legal settlement in college sports, a World Cup halftime change, and Adidas finally ridding itself of Yeezy product. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

    Is a Nationals Sale Looming? / Ovi Watch Begins

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 4, 2025 33:37


    Scott and Eben discuss the media rights settlement between the Orioles and Nationals, and what it means for a potential Nats sale. They also talk about the UFC and the FBI, Alex Ovechkin's goal chase, and Serena Williams' latest investment. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

    NFL Players Rated Every NFL Owner. Only One Got An F

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 27, 2025 31:02


    Scott and Eben discuss the latest NFLPA report card, in which anonymous players rated various aspects of their teams. They also discuss the Top 100 most valuable sports franchises, and the ownership future of the Cleveland Guardians. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

    What Up With the Yankees?! Plus, MLB and MLS Roundup

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 25, 2025 40:47


    Eben and Jacob discuss some recent changes underway with the New York Yankees. They also talk about ESPN's divorce from MLB, robot umps, MLS's deal with Apple, and a new MLS owner. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

    It's Christmas Morning For Hockey Fans In North America

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 20, 2025 34:18


    Scott and Eben talk about the NHL's 4 Nations Face-Off, which ends Thursday with a title showdown between the U.S. and Canada. They talk about the economics of the event, its future, and a rare national win for the sport. They also talk about a first for Nike, baseball's stadium woes, and women's sports sponsors. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

    NHL vs. NBA All-Star Breaks, Plus 100 Highest-Paid Athletes

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 18, 2025 34:55


    Scott and Eben discuss the very different All-Star breaks in the NBA and NHL. The former had a fairly standard weekend in San Francisco; the latter launched a new four-team international showcase. They also talk about the 100 highest paid athletes in the world, Cristiano Ronaldo's YouTube account, and a stake in the New York Giants that is on the market. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

    ‘The NFL Should Have Pulled that Deal off the Table' w/ DeMaurice Smith

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 13, 2025 51:24


    Scott and Eben speak with DeMaurice Smith, the former executive director of the NFLPA, about his time running the union, risk management, negotiating a CBA during COVID, and Donald Trump vs. the NFL. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

    Super Bowl Recap, Plus ESPN's Women's Sports Weekend

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 11, 2025 38:29


    Scott and Eben speak with Susie Piotrkowski, VP of women's sports programming at ESPN, about the Eagles' dominant Super Bowl performance, ESPN's big weekend of women's sports content, and how Disney utilizes a portfolio that includes the WNBA, NWSL, League One Volleyball, and more than a dozen college championships. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

    Where Does the NFL Go From Here?

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 6, 2025 37:48


    Scott, Jacob, and longtime NFL advisor Marc Ganis discuss what's next for the league, ahead of the 2025 Super Bowl. An NFL team is now worth more than $10 billion. The league is playing games in Australia and on Netflix. It is hosting the President of the United States—and Taylor Swift—on Sunday. Can anything slow the sport's momentum? And how has it gotten so big, by luck or by strategy?  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

    MLS Valuations Breakdown

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 4, 2025 26:04


    Scott, Jacob, and Kurt Badenhausen discuss Sportico's recently published MLS valuations. How have a handful of clubs separated themselves from the pack, why are small-market and new clubs excelling, and where do things stand with MLS's Apple deal? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

    What We Do/Don't Know: Super Bowl, Caitlin Clark, and Expansion

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 30, 2025 36:20


    Scott and Jacob discuss expectations for the Super Bowl—can the Chiefs set another record? Will Caitlin Clark show up?—as well as some tidbits on the way playoff advertising and ticket revenue is collected by the NFL that surprised the hosts themselves. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

    Again?! Eagles vs. KC Super Bowl Rematch, Plus Fanatics Economics

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 28, 2025 34:11


    Scott and Eben discuss the Super Bowl matchup, a rematch between the Chiefs and Eagles. They also talk about another possible NWSL sale, a curious new F1 rule, and the economics of Fanatics.   Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

    The Richest School Won, Plus Minor League Hockey Drama

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 23, 2025 42:25


    Scott and Eben discuss Ohio State's college football national title. They also talk about changes afoot in minor league hockey, Netflix economics, and a very lucky 11-year-old boy. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

    Bills Fans Drop Shovels / College Sports Crosses Rubicon

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 21, 2025 33:10


    Scott and Eben discuss the NFL playoffs, including Bills fans' love of Zubaz, a tradition dying in their new stadium, and an owner's conflict. They also discuss a wild week in college sports and how the incoming Trump administration might play a role. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

    Deion and the Cowboys?? Plus, UConn Women's Basketball $$

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 16, 2025 26:11


    Scott and Eben discuss the bonanza that would follow if Deion Sanders took the Cowboys job. They also talk about UConn women's basketball and the Chicago White Sox ownership latest.   Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

    The NFL Sells Books Now, Plus A Comcast-76ers Détente

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 14, 2025 30:28


    Scott and Eben discuss a self-help book that jumped to the top of Amazon's sales charts after it appeared on an NFL sideline. They also talk about a shocking arena deal in Philadelphia, a quiet investment in the White Sox, and a dream College Football Playoff matchup. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

    TGL Debut / FanDuel Losses / Jerry Jones the Actor

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 9, 2025 37:04


    Scott and Eben talk about the debut telecast of TGL, the new team simulator golf league backed by Tiger Woods and Rory McIlroy. They also talk about NFL betting favorites, Jerry Jones the actor, and NDSU's FCS football dominance. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

    Fulu?! Hubo?! What To Make of the Latest Sports Streaming Consolidation

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 7, 2025 29:47


    Scott and Eben discuss the combination of Fubo and Hulu+ Live TV services. They also talk about NWSL expansion, a controversial new DraftKings product, and more. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

    “The Data is the Fuel” w/ Chris Bevilacqua

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 2, 2025 38:45


    Scott and Eben speak with sports media consultant and entrepreneur Chris Bevilacqua about the recent sale of his company to DraftKings, changes in sports media consumption, and his thoughts on how to fix college sports.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

    College Football Playoff, Netflix and Lower-Tier Soccer

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 31, 2024 32:36


    Scott and Eben touch on a range of topics, including the College Football Playoff, the Netflix Christmas NFL games, and an interesting development in MLS's development league.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

    Pop-Tarts, Cheez-Its and the Modern Economy of College Bowl Games

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 26, 2024 36:25


    Scott and Eben are joined by Steve Hogan, CEO of Florida Citrus Sports, to discuss the group's two bowl games, and in particular, a viral moment at last year's Pop-Tarts Bowl. They talk about how bowls make money, the fine line between gimmick and virality, and how the transfer portal is changing bowl economics.   Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

    Christmas Eve Fireside Chit-Chat

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 24, 2024 31:31


    Scott and Eben hit on a number of year-end items, including the college football bowl season, the looming WNBA labor fight, media innovation, and how athletes are spending their money.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

    Every NBA Team Is Now Worth At Least $3 Billion

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 19, 2024 36:22


    Scott and Eben are joined by Kurt Badenhausen to discuss Sportico's latest NBA valuations. They range from the Golden State Warriors at $9.14 billion to the Memphis Grizzlies at $3.06 billion. They talk about the business of the league, and how it compares to peers like the NFL and MLB.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

    College Basketball Players as Owners? / Belichick in UNC

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 17, 2024 32:30


    Scott and Eben talk about a notable new investor in Unrivaled, the new 3x3 women's basketball league. They also talk about Bill Belichick's college turn, and the MLS's Vancouver Whitecaps on the market.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

    Red Bulls Spread Wings After Historic Season w/ Marc de Grandpré

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 12, 2024 38:58


    Scott and Eben speak with Marc de Grandpré, president and GM of the New York Red Bulls, about his very busy last few weeks. The MLS club was runner-up for the league title, and shortly afterwards announced a new—and very unique--$100+ million stadium naming rights deal with Sports Illustrated Tickets.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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