Podcasts about Inside Edge

Bob McElligott talks with Columbus Blue Jackets defenseman Denton Mateychuk (22:40-41:04) as he prepares for his second season in the NHL.

 This is an episode of Inside Edge, our series on the cricket business with regular co-host Mike Jakeman. Today's guest is Peter Hutton, and nobody knows more about the relationship between television and cricket than Peter Hutton.Strap yourselves in, this is a masterclass.This episode of the Unofficial Partner podcast is brought to you by Sid Lee Sport. Sid Lee Sport believes that sponsorship activation has lost its edge. Same formats. Same ideas. Same old playbook. They call it Sponsorship Tumbleweed. Because too much work in the category just exists… its drifts by. Expensively! Not offending anyone, but not making anyone feel… anything. They're here to shake that up. They're a new kind of agency built for sport. That means combining world-class creativity with deep sponsorship know-how, flawless delivery, and real marketing effectiveness - not just good vibes and a lot of chat about fan culture. This is the agency that makes brands matter in sport. Culturally, commercially, and creatively. If you're tired of the tumbleweed, visit sidleesport.com Sid Lee Sport. Where brands become champions.Unofficial Partner is the leading podcast for the business of sport. A mix of entertaining and thought provoking conversations with a who's who of the global industry. To join our community of listeners, sign up to the weekly UP Newsletter and follow us on Twitter and TikTok at @UnofficialPartnerWe publish two podcasts each week, on Tuesday and Friday. These are deep conversations with smart people from inside and outside sport. Our entire back catalogue of 400 sports business conversations are available free of charge here. Each pod is available by searching for ‘Unofficial Partner' on Apple, Spotify, Google, Stitcher and every podcast app. If you're interested in collaborating with Unofficial Partner to create one-off podcasts or series, you can reach us via the website.

Bob McElligott talks with former Blue Jackets defenseman Jean-Luc Grand-Pierre (1:02 -29:33) about the state of the team. Also, find out what goaltender Jet Greaves has been doing to prepare for training camp (29:52-52:25).

Bob McElligott talks with Blue Jackets forward prospect Luca Pinelli (10:15-25:44) and Dylan Tyrer speaks with defensive prospect Luca Marrelli (27:03-36:11).

Bob McElligott opines on the Yegor Chinakov trade request before sitting down with goaltending prospects Evan Gardner (18:17-29:34) and Melvin Strahl (30:21-41:07).

Bob McElligott sits down with two former Blue Jackets first round draft picks, Jackson Smith (9:39-25:10) and Cayden Lindstrom (25:15-39:15).

Bob McElligott talks with Columbus Blue Jackets defenseman Ivan Provorov (8:14-22:52) about his new contract and head coach Dean Evason (23:10-36:13) talks about the new additions.

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Inside Edge is Unofficial Partner's regular series on the business of cricket, co-hosted by Richard Gillis and Mike Jakeman.Freddie Wilde represents the new generation of cricket analytics professionals who have emerged to play a central role in team strategy. His journey from journalist to CricViz to England's white-ball analyst, combined with his recent role in RCB's maiden IPL title triumph, positions him as one of cricket's most influential data minds.Career Trajectory2015-2017: One of CricViz's first employees, joined part-time then full-time2017-2023: Head of Performance Analysis at CricViz (7 years)2021-present: Lead analyst for Oval Invincibles (The Hundred)2022-present: Team analyst for Royal Challengers Bangalore (IPL)2023-present: England white-ball analyst, replacing Nathan LeamonMajor AchievementsCo-authored "Cricket 2.0: Inside the T20 Revolution" with Tim Wigmore (2019)Winner: Wisden Book of the Year 2020 and Telegraph Sports Book Awards Data analyst in Royal Challengers Bangalore's maiden IPL title (2025)Worked with multiple T20 franchises globally including England and Oval Invincibles.This episode of Unofficial Partner is brought to you by Sid Lee Sport. Sid Lee Sport is a new breed of agency that combines world class creativity with deep sponsorship expertise, flawless operational delivery and a culture of marketing effectiveness. They've got a creative philosophy of producing famous campaigns and activations that build buzz and conversation  in a category that too often looks and sounds the same. And they're pioneering a new standard of effectiveness in sports marketing using econometrics and attribution models to go beyond traditional media ROI. So if you're looking for an agency to take your brand to the top, get in touch with the team at Sid Lee Sport, where brands become champions.Unofficial Partner is the leading podcast for the business of sport. A mix of entertaining and thought provoking conversations with a who's who of the global industry. To join our community of listeners, sign up to the weekly UP Newsletter and follow us on Twitter and TikTok at @UnofficialPartnerWe publish two podcasts each week, on Tuesday and Friday. These are deep conversations with smart people from inside and outside sport. Our entire back catalogue of 400 sports business conversations are available free of charge here. Each pod is available by searching for ‘Unofficial Partner' on Apple, Spotify, Google, Stitcher and every podcast app. If you're interested in collaborating with Unofficial Partner to create one-off podcasts or series, you can reach us via the website.

Join Fred Burton as he interviews bestselling author Brad Thor to discuss his latest thriller, Edge of Honor. Brad shares the inspiration behind the book, blending patriotism, traditional spycraft, and modern geopolitical tensions, and dives into the challenges of crafting realistic fiction while staying grounded in current events. He also explores the evolving landscape of corporate security, insights into intelligence operations, and the delicate balance of loyalty versus duty.You'll LearnThe real-world events and personal stories that shaped Brad's gripping new novelThe parallels between Scott Harvath's high-stakes adventures and today's corporate protection challengesInsight into how Brad balances authenticity with storytelling in his renowned thrillersPre-order Edge of Honor here: https://bit.ly/4694A7JIf you're enjoying the show, please take a moment to rate and review.Sign up for our monthly newsletter here: https://bit.ly/45EpaN7

The story of Cricinfo is the history of sport's relationship with the internet and digital culture.It remains central to the experience of millions of cricket fans. But what does it tell us about how the internet changed what we define as sporting fandom?   Alex Balfour co-founded the site and sold it to ESPN in the noughties and he is a global expert on sports relationship with the internet and digital channels.He was head of digital for the London 2012 Olympic and Paralympic Games, his company Generate Digital advises clients on the value of digital assets, and his CV is includes The Guardian Newspaper's first websites, the UK's first general election website, the first UK government online consultation, and the first International 2020 cricket tournamentHe co-founded Cricinfo and sold it to ESPN. It remains the world's leading cricket publisher and India's favourite sports website. Unofficial Partner is the leading podcast for the business of sport. A mix of entertaining and thought provoking conversations with a who's who of the global industry. To join our community of listeners, sign up to the weekly UP Newsletter and follow us on Twitter and TikTok at @UnofficialPartnerWe publish two podcasts each week, on Tuesday and Friday. These are deep conversations with smart people from inside and outside sport. Our entire back catalogue of 400 sports business conversations are available free of charge here. Each pod is available by searching for ‘Unofficial Partner' on Apple, Spotify, Google, Stitcher and every podcast app. If you're interested in collaborating with Unofficial Partner to create one-off podcasts or series, you can reach us via the website.

Inside Edge is where we overthink the business of cricket, with co-host Mike Jakeman.Today's guest is Lawrence Booth, Editor of the Wisden Almanack, the conscience of the game. Released last week, Booth pulled no punches in his editor's notes:"2024 was the year cricket gave up any claim to being properly administered, with checks, balances, and governance for the many, not the few. India already had the monopoly: now they had hotels on Park Lane and Mayfair."Is he right?Closer to home, how will The Hundred play out for the game in England?And Richard reports back from Lord's after attending the launch of the ICC Women's T20 World Cup, to be played across England in 2026.This episode of the Unofficial Partner podcast is brought to you by Sid Lee Sport.Sid Lee Sport is a new breed of agency that combines world class creativity with deep sponsorship expertise, flawless operational delivery, and a culture of marketing effectiveness. We've really enjoyed getting to know their team over the last couple of months. They're an impressive bunch, who believe that sports marketing can and should be done better.They have a creative philosophy of producing famous campaigns and activations that build buzz and conversation in a category that too often looks and sounds the same.And they're pioneering a new standard of effectiveness in sports marketing, using econometrics and attribution models to go beyond traditional media ROI.So if you're looking for an agency to take your brand to the top, get in touch with the team at Sid Lee Sport, where brands become champions.Unofficial Partner is the leading podcast for the business of sport. A mix of entertaining and thought provoking conversations with a who's who of the global industry. To join our community of listeners, sign up to the weekly UP Newsletter and follow us on Twitter and TikTok at @UnofficialPartnerWe publish two podcasts each week, on Tuesday and Friday. These are deep conversations with smart people from inside and outside sport. Our entire back catalogue of 400 sports business conversations are available free of charge here. Each pod is available by searching for ‘Unofficial Partner' on Apple, Spotify, Google, Stitcher and every podcast app. If you're interested in collaborating with Unofficial Partner to create one-off podcasts or series, you can reach us via the website.

Bob McElligott and Jody Shelley sit down to wrap-up the Columbus Blue Jackets season by talking with General Manager Don Waddell (6:00-29:50) and Head Coach Dean Evason (30:04-1:00:08)

Blue Jackets goaltender, and reigning NHL Number-One Star of the Week, Jet Greaves joins the show (10:55-33:06).

If you've ever brushed off intuition, serendipity, or “signs” as too woo-woo, this episode will challenge everything you think you know about how magic really works—and how to start calling it into your life every single day.In this episode, I'm joined by Diana Von Welanetz Wentworth, a bestselling author, speaker, and founder of Inside Edge, a celebrated organization that helped launch the careers of transformational leaders like Jack Canfield and Mark Victor Hansen. She is the co-author of two Chicken Soup for the Soul books and has published 12 titles, including her latest, Expect Magic, which blends storytelling with practical tools for manifesting a joyful, purpose-driven life. Diana began her career in the culinary world, hosting a PBS cooking series and writing award-winning cookbooks before transitioning into the realm of personal growth and inspiration. Her work is deeply rooted in personal experiences with synchronicity, love, and spiritual exploration. Today, she continues to uplift others through coaching, workshops, and her newest endeavor, the Love Letters course.Throughout this episode, Diana brings that same depth and authenticity to the mic, weaving together wisdom, personal storytelling, and emotional resonance. She shares how early life challenges sparked a lifelong journey toward joy and spiritual connection. With vivid anecdotes—like her serendipitous meeting with Elvis Presley and the intuitive encounters that led to her two marriages—she illustrates the transformative power of living with intention and openness. Drawing from Expect Magic, Diana offers listeners tangible practices to help cultivate this mindset, such as asking empowering questions, tuning into higher frequencies, and embracing joy as a guiding force. She also delves into the inspiration behind Love Letters, reflecting on the enduring impact of heartfelt expressions of gratitude and legacy.Tune in to episode 57 and get inspired by Diana Wentworth's journey as she shares the magic of intuition, storytelling, and living with joyful intention to help you create a more meaningful, connected life.In This Episode, You Will Learn:The power of expectancy (02:56)From trauma to trust (04:54)Manifesting Elvis (literally) (06:32)Love by divine timing (08:31)How to “Expect Magic” in your own life (10:33)The birth of Love Letters (11:54)Storytelling, Chicken Soup & the Inside Edge (17:49)Publishing then and now (22:57)Tuning into frequency & final inspiration (25:15)Connect with Diana Von Welanetz Wentworth:WebsiteInstagramFacebookGet Diana's booksLet's connect!WebsiteContact UsLinkedInInstagramFacebookTwitter Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Columbus Blue Jackets defenseman, Dante Fabbro (10:55-35:34), joins Bob McElligott and Jody Shelley on the show.

This is the first episode in a new series in which we take the Unofficial Partner sports business conversation and point it at cricket. Richard is joined by co-host Mike Jakeman, who writes about sport for The Economist and worked within The Economist Intelligence Unit, and has written for titles such as The New York Times, Wired magazine and the Times Literary Supplement, and wrote a very good book on the future of cricket, called Saving the Test. You can keep in touch with Inside Edge via the Unofficial Partner Substack newsletter that goes out to tens of thousands of subscribers from across the global sports industry every Thursday. This episode of the Unofficial Partner podcast is brought to you by Sid Lee Sport.Sid Lee Sport is a new breed of agency that combines world class creativity with deep sponsorship expertise, flawless operational delivery, and a culture of marketing effectiveness. We've really enjoyed getting to know their team over the last couple of months. They're an impressive bunch, who believe that sports marketing can and should be done better.They have a creative philosophy of producing famous campaigns and activations that build buzz and conversation in a category that too often looks and sounds the same.And they're pioneering a new standard of effectiveness in sports marketing, using econometrics and attribution models to go beyond traditional media ROI.So if you're looking for an agency to take your brand to the top, get in touch with the team at Sid Lee Sport, where brands become champions.Unofficial Partner is the leading podcast for the business of sport. A mix of entertaining and thought provoking conversations with a who's who of the global industry. To join our community of listeners, sign up to the weekly UP Newsletter and follow us on Twitter and TikTok at @UnofficialPartnerWe publish two podcasts each week, on Tuesday and Friday. These are deep conversations with smart people from inside and outside sport. Our entire back catalogue of 400 sports business conversations are available free of charge here. Each pod is available by searching for ‘Unofficial Partner' on Apple, Spotify, Google, Stitcher and every podcast app. If you're interested in collaborating with Unofficial Partner to create one-off podcasts or series, you can reach us via the website.

Columbus Blue Jackets defenseman Erik Gudbranson sits down with Bob McElligott and Jody Shelley (12:05-38:05) to talk about the play-off run.

Bob McElligott and Jody Shelley reflect on the Columbus Blue Jackets snapping a six game losing streak before being joined by CBJ forward Sean Monahan (11:58-30:16).

Bob McElligott and Jody Shelley talk about the Columbus Blue Jackets current playoff situation before sitting down with rookie defenseman Denton Mateychuk (13:53-37:28).

Bob McElligott talks with Columbus Blue Jackets forward Mathieu Olivier (10:50-30:50) about his long-term contract extension.

Bob McElligott and Jody Shelley talk about the big week ahead for the Blue Jackets, as well as what types of moves might be made before the NHL Trade deadline. Also, hear from forward Kent Johnson (15:24-36:21).

Bob McElligott and Jody Shelley talk about the Four Nations Face-Off Championship game between Canada and the USA. Then Columbus Blue Jackets captain Boone Jenner stops by (15:58-37:22).

Bob McElligott talks with NHL President of Content and Events, Steve Mayer (18:27-32:52), about the Navy Federal Credit Union Stadium Series. Also hear Ohio State Athletic Director Ross Bjork (33:32-38:17) talking about the game.

Bob McElligott and Jody Shelley talk about the Columbus Blue Jackets and the NHL. They are joined by Blue Jackets defenseman Jake Christiansen (12:01-31:16).

Bob McElligott and Jody Shelley sit down with Columbus Blue Jackets President of Hockey Operations/General Manager Don Waddell for a mid-season update (7:10-42:54).

Bob McElligott talks with Columbus Blue Jackets forward Zach Aston-Reese (6:26-37:48) about his hockey career.

Bob McElligott talks with Blue Jackets forward Mikael Pyyhtia about the season he is having and then pre-views tomorrow's game with New Jersey Devils radio voice, Matt Loughlin.

Bob McElligott talks with Blue Jackets forward Mikael Pyyhtia about the season he is having and then pre-views tomorrow's game with New Jersey Devils radio voice, Matt Loghlin.

Bob McElligott and Jody Shelley talk about the Columbus Blue Jackets recent play. Plus, defenseman Ivan Provorov joins the show (23:33-37:03).

Bob McElligott and Jody Shelley get you up to date with the Columbus Blue Jackets roster transactions before sitting down with goaltender Elvis Merzlikins (10:23-36:10).

Bob McElligott recaps the Columbus Blue Jackets latest road trip and previews the game against Pittsburgh with Mark Madden (10:00-36:32).

Bob McElligott and Jody Shelley get you up to date on the Columbus Blue Jackets and tell you what's going on around the NHL.

Building a Business Through Acquisitions, with Joe Noonan, Inside EDGE Consulting (The Exit Exchange, Episode 19) In this episode of The Exit Exchange, Joe Noonan joins host John Ray to offer a reprise of the story he shared during a recent XPX Atlanta lunch session on building a business through serial acquisitions. They discuss Joe’s […]

Bob McElligott and Jody Shelley sit down with Columbus Blue Jackets Assistant Coach Scott Ford (11:10-37:25).

Bob McElligott and Steve Mears sit down with Columbus Blue Jackets forward Cole Sillinger (15:58-37:34).

Bob McElligott and Jody Shelley sit down for a lengthy conversation with Columbus Blue Jackets Head Coach, Dean Evason (15:57-38:57).

Bob McElligott and Jody Shelley talk about the final week of Columbus Blue Jackets training camp and also talk to forward Gavin Brindley (15:12-32:41).

Bob McElligott and Jody Shelley talk with Trent Vogelhuber, Head Coach of the Cleveland Monsters.

Bob McElligott and Jody Shelley get you ready for the start of Columbus Blue Jackets training camp.

Bob McElligott and Jean-Luc Grand-Pierre celebrate the life of Columbus Blue Jackets forward Johnny Gaudreau and his brother Matthew.

Bob McElligott and Jean-Luc Grand-Pierre talk with Columbus Blue Jackets assistant coach Jared Boll (7:50-25:03) and forward Sean Kuraly (25:51-44:42).

Bob McElligott talks with Columbus Blue Jackets President of Hockey Operations/GM Don Waddell (:39-25:49) about trading Patrik Laine and signing Cole Sillinger. Also, hear from new defenseman Jordan Harris (26:10-44:28) who was acquired in the trade.

Bob McElligott talks with Columbus Blue Jackets defenseman Jack Johnson who returns to the team for the upcoming season (11:21-41:16)

Bob McElligott sits down with Blue Jackets goaltender Daniil Tarasov (11:15-41:28).

Bob McElligott talks with Blue Jackets forward Justin Danforth (:47-18:36) as he prepares for training camp and Aaron Portzline of The Athletic (18:57-43:04) about the recent team signings.

Bob McElligott introduces you to new Blue Jackets Head Coach Dean Evason (1:15-18:55). Also, learn more about Dean from former NHL player and Minnesota Wild radio analyst Tom Reid (19:15-33:25) and hear about the hiring process with Blue Jackets GM Don Waddell (34:20-42:43).

Bob McElligott and Dylan Tyrer talk with Blue Jackets goalies Jet Greaves (9:42-24:17) and Evan Gardner (24:45-41:37).

Bob McElligott and Dylan Tyrer introduce you to two new Blue Jackets defensive prospects. Charlie Elick (10:58-23:51) and Tanner Henricks (24:13-35:41).

Bob McElligott and Dylan Tyrer introduce you to the Columbus Blue Jackets first round draft pick, Cayden Lindstrom.