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Game Changers wrap up; Ryder Cup's big weekend; Patriots get PE capital; and NYCFC's new home.00:12 Game Changers Recap02:08 Ryder Cup 03:46 Sixth Street acquires 3% of New England Patriots05:35 Politicians sign leader raising concerns with antitrust issues with ESPN and the NFL06:20 MLB media rights06:47 NYFC building first soccer stadium in New York City Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Start your morning with Buzzcast with Jenn Azara and Rachel Axon: A look back at Wednesday night's high-energy ceremony celebrating the 15th class of SBJ Game Changers. Jenn and Rachel also discuss what to look forward to during today's Game Changers conference.  Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Start your morning with Buzzcast with Austin Karp: Automated balls and strikes are coming to MLB; BetMGM Sportsbook shuts down at Nationals Park; Expansion talk a foot at meetings for college basketball and football; and USC-Rutgers draws an audience at 11pm ET. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Start your morning with Buzzcast with Joe Lemire: NFL to begin regular season schedule in Europe this Sunday; WNBA popularity rising among males; ACC moving to 9-game conference football schedule and MLB owners approve Tampa Bay Rays sale. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Send a question for 'Ask Megan'Hey, Podcasters! When I launched my first podcast, I thought 1,000 downloads would unlock everything. I assumed advertisers would show up and the show would start paying for itself.Instead, I found myself in the same spot as so many podcasters in the Buzzsprout Community: excited about growth, but unsure how to turn that momentum into real support.The Ad Model ProblemMost of us start out thinking ad revenue is the finish line. The reality is that advertisers are looking for massive shows, and smaller podcasts are often left waiting.That frustration came through loud and clear in a recent Reddit discussion. Podcasters with loyal audiences were struggling to land sponsorships because the numbers just didn't look big enough on paper.A Better OptionThe good news is there's another way. Subscriptions let you earn directly from the listeners who already love your show.We recently talked about this shift on Buzzcast and how subscriptions can create consistent revenue that scales with your audience. Instead of chasing ads, you can build strong relationships with the people who care most about your work.What Subscriptions Look LikeEvery podcast does subscriptions differently. Some offer ad-free episodes, others share bonus content, and a few invite subscribers behind the scenes.In our Facebook group conversation, creators traded ideas ranging from exclusive Q&As to early access for new episodes. If you can't decide, focus on giving your listeners more of what they already love!Getting StartedBuzzsprout Subscriptions lets you set up a subscription for your podcast right in your Buzzsprout account. This video shows you exactly how to set it up, and you can launch with just a few supporters.Here's how to get started:Enable subscriptions in your Buzzsprout account.Decide what to offer your subscribers: ad-free episodes, bonus content, early access, or behind-the-scenes insights.Set your price or monthly amount.Share with your audience using your podcast, social media, or newsletter.Engage your subscribers with updates, shout-outs, or special content to keep them invested.Even a small subscriber base can cover costs or fund your next creative project. That's real progress without waiting to hit a specific milestone!Podcasting will always evolve, but subscriptions give creators something ads don't: direct support from their community.Launch Your SubscriptionHave a question for Megan? Send a text!That's all for this week! Thanks for listening & keep podcasting!

Ryder Cup week; Dodgers' impressive run include 4 million at the gate; CBS Sports throws it back to '75 and more investment in women's sports Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Behavior science and sports' affordability; More expansion coming for PWHL; Laver Cup sells out and a longtime exec shifts to a NASCAR team.0:11 Takeaways from the AXS DRIVE conference1:34 AXS DRIVE Tours discussion2:12 Stan Kasten talks about PWHL expansion3:17 Cover Story on the need for better officiating and quicker reviews5:12 MLS news: Lionel Messi and Inter Miami extension6:36 Laver Cup preview7:48 RFK Racing's New President Chip Bowers9:19 Apple's F1 The Movie sequel9:43 Four Takeways Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Start your morning with Buzzcast with Austin Karp, Joe Lemire, Bret McCormick, and Chris Smith: Takeaways from AXS Drive including what the industry is talking about moving forward. Also, a preview of the SBJ Sports Media podcast.  Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Start your morning with Buzzcast with Austin Karp, Joe Lemire, Bret McCormick, and Chris Smith: Legends Global has acquired Nations Group in a deal that enhances Legends Global's owners' representation business and grows its presence in college sports; a look back at Day 1 of AXS Drive and what to look forward to in Day 2.  Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Start your morning with Buzzcast with Joe Lemire, Austin Karp and Bret McCormick:  A longtime ESPN on-air talent set to move on from ESPN; an inside look at the mixed-use project in Anaheim that includes the Honda Center and a preview of Day 1 at AXS Drive.  Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Send a question for 'Ask Megan'Hey, Podcasters! Have you ever felt like your show just can't pass a certain threshold, no matter how many downloads you're getting? You're not alone! Every podcaster has been there at some point in their journey. Here's the twist: downloads don't always equal growth. You can have thousands of casual listeners and still feel stuck because the real driver of momentum isn't more downloads, it's deeper connections.Growth comes when a small slice of your audience, even just 1–2%, turns into superfans. Superfans are loyal listeners who share your show, buy your merch, and even convince others to listen. They're key for growing your show! In this week's ​Buzzcast​, we dig into what it takes to move listeners from casual to connected to superfan. Research shows it isn't gimmicks, it's psychology. Listeners form parasocial relationships with hosts, and the stronger the bond, the more likely they are to stay loyal and take action.So how do you build those connections?Personalize your touchpoints by using names, responding to messages, and making listeners feel seen.Create magical moments with surprise shout-outs, bonus episodes, or early access.Build community spaces that help listeners connect with each other, not just you.Show up consistently to build trust, and that reliability will anchor loyalty.Growth doesn't come from chasing more downloads. It comes from deepening the relationships you already have. Turn a few listeners into superfans, and they'll multiply your reach for you! Learn more on this week's ​episode of Buzzcast​. Have a question for Megan? Send a text!That's all for this week! Thanks for listening & keep podcasting!

A big week ahead at SBJ's AXS DRIVE in Los Angeles, diving into a newsy weekend in combat sports, and the WNBA postseason tips off  Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Vegas eyes '29 Super Bowl; Rivalry apparel sets records for Fanatics; MLS' newest draw and a Daily milestone

Takeaways from leaving Las Vegas; FIFA's early presale woes and trends in new buildings and on campus

Start your morning with Buzzcast with Joe Lemire: Podium34 raises $200M for 2034 Olympics; Broncos find a stadium site; Illinois football gets news stadium name and NFL Week 1 ratings are strong.

0:00 - NFL Kickoff draws big viewership1:25 - NFL's first virtual first down measurement2:20 - NBA Europe momentum 3:25 - StubHub IPO details 4:36 - Minute Media reaches deal to acquire VideoVerse and Magnifi5:23 - Nike's pivotal year continues 6:39 - WNBA labor talks continue7:15 - Messi's futbol future

Send a question for 'Ask Megan'Hey, Podcasters! If you've ever stayed up late scrubbing through waveforms, you know how podcast editing can easily go from a "quick polish” into an all-night project.But the reality is, editing will take as much time as you give it. And that doesn't need to be a long time. Changing a few habits before and during recording can make the whole process faster and less stressful! Where to StartRethinking your workflow can feel overwhelming. It helps to begin with small changes:Capture clean audio up front by recording in a soft room, wearing headphones, or using a dynamic mic. Always do a test recording even if it's just a 60-second test. This can save you hours of “surgical” editing later.Have an outline (not a script) to keep conversations focused and cut down tangents, which means less trimming afterward.These shifts may seem small, but they add up quickly and free you to focus on the content instead of chasing every edit. For more of our top tips, check out this ​episode​ of Buzzcast.Rethinking What “Good Editing” MeansA clean episode doesn't mean perfect. The team at ​We Edit Podcasts​ reminds creators that the most sustainable edits focus on clarity, not scrubbing every “um.”A natural conversation will always sound better than one that feels over-polished. They share more mindset tips on their ​blog​. What Podcasters Are Doing DifferentlyPodcasters spend an average of 3-8 hours editing their show. That's a big commitment. And not always a practical one. In the​ Buzzsprout Facebook group​, podcasters have been swapping resourceful ways to save time.Some clap or snap to mark mistakes, others coach guests to restart sentences, and many avoid crosstalk by nodding instead of chiming in. Little habits like these can take the pressure off and make editing feel less overwhelming!Keep PodcastingEditing will always take effort, but it doesn't have to take over your week. The most important thing is building a process you can sustain for the long run because that's what keeps your podcast growing.Have a question for Megan? Send a text!That's all for this week! Thanks for listening & keep podcasting!

Closing the curtain on the U.S. Open; NFL kickoff weekend runs smoothly and Newcastle United gets a new leader

It's the season finale! But does it feel like a season finale? Our episode discussion includes our thoughts on why we don't think so, and what they should have focused on instead.Download hereRunning time: 1:11:07, 51.3 MB

The very healthy state of the NFL; College football's strong start; the WNBA's Fever have big ambitions and thinking about Bjorn Borg. 0:11 NFL season starts0:27 NFL game in São Paulo, Brazil1:29 NFL's league record sponsorships2:12 Life is very good for the NFL according to the CivicScience SBJ Sports Consumer Insights Survey4:21 College Football television ratings5:28 Steve Ballmer isn't hiding over accusations of  violating cap rules7:02 Caitlin Clark's out the rest of the season7:37 Indiana Fever building new practice facility8:49 Tennis news, Bjorn Borg's prostate cancer in remission9:32 Takeaways

00:00 Intro  00:11 Oklahoma State students' bright futures 01:14 NBC's highest grossing NFL season  02:20 American Express replacing Visa as NFL partner  04:03 Toyota enters year 3 as NFL partner  04:25 Pepsi's tailgate crashers04:50 Josh Allen: The NFL's marketing force 05:30 Visa's World Cup tickets presale draw  06:59 Chicago Stars relocating to Northwestern's temporary stadium  08:11 Big 12 in good hands with Allstate 09:03 Big 12 and Barstool Sports talk partnership 09:39 Buzzcast takeaways 

FIFA's scrubbing effort of stadium naming rights; Seattle's soccer strength and the Brewers' impact on all of MLB

Start your morning with Buzzcast with Austin Karp: ESPN sends off Lee Corso with class (and a huge TV audience); PGA Tour viewership rebounds in a big way; and John Malone may be angling to put F1 on the block.

Jerry Jones and the Cowboys make another splash; Brian Rolapp's first month at the PGA Tour; and saluting the legend Lee Corso.

Start your morning with Buzzcast with Joe Lemire: T'Wolves hire Panthers' Caldwell as CEO; IndyCar grows with Fox; McLaren lands Mastercard naming deal

A sports and entertainment coupling; MLB's 2026 schedule; new NFL committee roles; looming changes to NFL viewing this season

The nexus of fashion and sports; NFL owners discuss key issues and a tennis leader set to step aside

Send a question for 'Ask Megan'Hey Podcasters! We just got back from Podcast Movement in Dallas, and it was awesome to connect with so many Buzzsprout podcasters in person!This year's conference introduced a new format with silent-disco style headphones and featured plenty of conversations about where podcasting is headed.If you couldn't make it, don't worry, our producer Jordan sat down with top speakers to hear their best advice from the conference. From choosing the right monetization strategy to using SEO for discovery, the common theme was clear: small shifts in strategy can create big opportunities for growth.You can hear all the takeaways and full conversations in this week's ​episode of Buzzcast​. Listen ​wherever you get your podcasts​, and ​text us​ what you think!And if you're looking for more on Podcast Movement 2025, check out ​@podcastmovement on Instagram​ for recaps of each day. Have a question for Megan? Send a text!That's all for this week! Thanks for listening & keep podcasting!

Big events, big attendance, big impact and the American Cornhole League changes ownership model

In this episode discussion we talk about the group supporting each other, try to find Old Town Deli, wonder if Penny has deeper motives in talking to Priya, and more!Download hereRunning time: 1:05:19, 47.2 MB

Why Aer Lingus Classic works; the USTA's gamble pays off and a once-in-a-generation promotional master passes away

The ESPN app experience; Brian Rolapp's bold beginning; T-Wolves make changes and "The Nap" gets its bobblehead

Start your morning with Buzzcast with Austin Karp: ESPN DTC rolls out plans for NFL at launch; the Smiths look to create destination in downtown SLC; WNBA Cleveland gets its first team president; and could MLB.tv be headed to ESPN?

The USTA's gamble; OK sells post-game press conference access and PGA Tour lands a critical sponsor renewal and why it's important

Send a question for 'Ask Megan'Hey Podcasters! Coming up with new episode ideas can feel easy in the beginning, but a few months in, it's common to hit a wall. If you've ever sat down to record and thought, “What am I even going to talk about this week?” you're not alone. In this week's episode of Buzzcast, Jordan and Alban sit down with Dave Jackson from School of Podcasting to talk about how to never run out of ideas for your podcast. Dave's been podcasting for over 20 years and has launched more than 30 shows, so he can relate to what it's like to run out of ideas. But he also knows how to get inspired again.The conversation covers everything from how to build an ongoing idea bank to how to stay in tune with your audience so your episodes always feel relevant. Dave also shares personal stories from his own shows, including times he's rebranded or moved on to something new to keep content fresh. If you've ever wondered whether you're out of ideas or just out of motivation, this episode is for you! You can listen to the full episode ​wherever you get your podcasts​, and ​text us​ what you think! And if you want even more inspiration, here are a few helpful resources for planning future content:​How other podcasters plan topics to keep things fresh (Reddit)​​How to keep creating when podcasting feels lonely (Reddit)​​How to come up with episode ideas (The Podcast Host)​My favorite takeaway from the episode is that podcasting gets easier when you stop chasing perfect ideas and start paying closer attention to your curiosity and your energy. Those are often where your best episodes start. Have a question for Megan? Send a text!That's all for this week! Thanks for listening & keep podcasting!

Summer viewing suggestions; NASCAR lands big sponsor; UNC breaks down revenue sharing and LIV Golf's hot market

Olympic venue naming rights; an NIL-centric apparel deal at UT; progress on MLB media rights; the release of the NBA schedule; and a storied charity softball game.

Start your morning with Buzzcast with Joe Lemire: Trail Blazers will have a new owner; the Twins will keep theirs; KU receives record athletics gift; Taylor Swift may have broken the internet

Paramount impact; Bucks step up sponsor inventory and a volunteer opportunity of a lifetime

What Paramount's mega-UFC deal means; college revenue growth for $100 and the star appeal of Josh Allen continues to grow

Can Kevin Warren get a deal done in Arlington Heights? What's next for the W and the CT Sun? What history was made on the diamond?

Send us a textWe're excited for the upcoming Podcast Movement in Dallas! This event is like summer camp for podcasters, where everyone gathers to learn, connect, and celebrate podcasting together.• Jordan will be speaking about monetization strategies on Wednesday at 9:30 AM in the expo hall• Tom will present on understanding podcast statistics on Wednesday at 3:15 PM in Podcaster Stage 2• Alban will also participate in Adobe's Podcast Primer on Monday from 1-3 PM for beginners!• We're hosting a Buzzsprout meetup on Tuesday evening with food and drinks• Attend the iHeart party at Chicken N' Pickle, a restaurant with pickleball courts• Visit the Buzzsprout booth for swag and to join the text chain for event updates• Psst...special swag may be available exclusively for Buzzcast listeners!If you're going to Podcast Movement, tap the Text the Show link to let us know that we're going to see you there!Contact Buzzcast Send us a text message Tweet us at @buzzcastpodcast, @albanbrooke, @kfinn, and @JordanPods Thanks for listening and Keep Podcasting!

Liberty shares F1 financials and MotoGP plans; international travel to US hit with new fee on eve of World Cup; newly merged Paramount/Skydance to emphasize sports content and tech stack; MLB gets first woman umpire.

Start your morning with Buzzcast with Austin Karp: The time horizon for approval on the NFL-ESPN deal; WWE takes its talents to Disney; Callaway and Topgolf stay on track for a 2026 split and Kellanova partners up with U.S. Soccer.

Start your morning with Buzzcast with Austin Karp: ESPN and the NFL stay busy, rolling four separate deals, including pacts for NFL Media and an NFL Draft extension; drama continues around the sale of the Connecticut Sun; CBS sees a gain for PGA Tour coverage this season; and the Big 12 spreads the love for college basketball coverage.

Consolidation in women's volleyball; ESPN targets a young influencer and Portland moves to keep the Blazers

Are the Sun shipping off to Boston? MLB's weekend in Bristol; Commanders stadium moves forward and Dolphins have best idea of the week

Goodell's heavy heart; Fox gets closer to IndyCar; Stanford's surprising hire and UFL brings on a big investor

Start your morning with Buzzcast with Josh Carpenter: No end in sight to golf's fractured state, a key deal for the Buffalo Sabres, and why we're excited about the Chicago Bears' uniform plans for 2025.

Start your morning with Buzzcast with Joe Lemire: MLS inks partnership with Walmart; Las Vegas to host World Cup Draw?; Ethan Casson joins the Dallas Mavericks as team president and truTV to air 19 Savannah Bananas games.