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This is KCBS Radio's daily Tech and Business Report. Today, KCBS Radio news anchor Shane Guinness spoke with Bloomberg's Ira Boudway. Amazon says it's Black Friday NFL stream of the Raiders-Chiefs drew 13.5 million viewers. While that's a more than 40% jump from the company's first broadcast last year, it's still well below the 34 million average who tuned in to games on the broadcast networks Thanksgiving Day. You can hear our Tech and Business Report weekdays at 12:30 pm on KCBS Radio and for more, tune into Bloomberg Technology weekdays at 8 am.
Join hosts Michael Barr, Scarlet Fu and Damian Sassower for a look at some of the latest headlines and stories in the business of sports. Bloomberg Entertainment reporter Lucas Shaw on Netflix's announcement they'll be streaming NFL games on Christmas Day this year Bloomberg Business of Sports reporter Ira Boudway on the Caitlyn Clark effect and what this means for the WNBA Then Jess Smith, President of the newest WNBA expansion team, the Golden State Valkyries on the team's identity and what their arrival means for the Bay Area and the league itself. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Join hosts Michael Barr, Scarlet Fu and Damian Sassower for a look at some of the latest headlines and stories in the business of sports. Bloomberg News Distressed Debt reporter Erin Hudson talks about Diamond Sports Group reaching a restructuring deal with its debt holders and Amazon. Plus, Bloomberg News global business reporter Ira Boudway on the NBA's new national TV contract and why everyone is looking to get a piece of the action. And longtime ESPN basketball analyst, radio host and now co-founder of Improbable Media, Jay Williams talks about his partnership with Giannis Antetokounmpo and the state of NCAA Basketball. CORRECTION: Initially uploaded a shortened version of Jay Williams interview. Edited to include the full conversation.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Join hosts Michael Barr, Scarlet Fu and Damian Sassower for a look at some of the latest headlines and stories in the business of sports. David Abrams, founding partner at Velocity Capital Management, joins to talk about his firm's latest investments in sports, media and entertainment. He also discusses the new general partner joining his team. Bloomberg News US sports business reporter Randall Williams also joins to discuss the implications of a new proposal from NCAA President Charlie Baker that would allow Division I schools to pay their student-athletes directly for the first time. Plus, Bloomberg News global business reporter Ira Boudway breaks down his recent Bloomberg Businessweek story on the NBA's Utah Jazz entering an experimental "post-cable" phase after its regional sports network shuttered. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Hosts Michael Barr, Scarlet Fu and Damian Sassower break down a busy week in sports headlines. Bloomberg News US sports business reporter Randall Williams joins to discuss the passing of basketball coaching legend Bobby Knight, the Texas Rangers' magical World Series run, the sign-stealing scandal embroiling the University of Michigan's football team and coach Jim Harbaugh, and the NFL's latest foray in Europe. Legendary sports agent, attorney and Steinberg Sports and Entertainment founder and chairman Leigh Steinberg also joins to break down the NFL's trade deadline and big money around the league. Plus, Bloomberg News global business reporter Ira Boudway joins to talk about his story on four-time NBA champion Andre Iguodala's new $200 million venture capital fund. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Hosts Michael Barr, Scarlet Fu and Damian Sassower speak with Bloomberg News global business reporter Ira Boudway about how some of baseball's highest spending clubs fell flat this year. They also discuss NBA Deputy Commissioner Mark Tatum's recent comments suggesting the league could be open to investments from the United Arab Emirates and Saudi Arabia. New LA Galaxy President of Business Operations and chief operating officer Tom Braun joins to talk about his club's efforts to build a unique fan experience through their "Fan Council". Plus, a special conversation with NHL legend Mark Messier about his new venture with veteran entertainment executive Mat Vlasic. They spoke with Scarlet Fu and Romaine Bostick.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Real estate planners often think about how to reduce a project's carbon footprint. A new apartment complex under construction in Arizona is taking that idea one step further. Culdesac Tempe is designed to be entirely car-free. And not just for the good of the climate but as a lifestyle choice for people who want to get rid of the hassle and expense of a car-centric existence. But will large numbers of people really choose to ditch their cars altogether? Bloomberg's Ira Boudway went to Arizona to find out. Read more: This Development Wants Residents to Ditch Their Cars. In Phoenix. Listen to The Big Take podcast every weekday and subscribe to our daily newsletter: https://bloom.bg/3F3EJAK Have questions or comments for Wes and the team? Reach us at bigtake@bloomberg.net.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
The PGA Tour has long been the dominant force in US professional golf. But LIV Golf, an upstart backed with billions of dollars from Saudi Arabia, has lured away some top names. Can players compete in both organizations' events? That's the question at the heart of a court case between the two rivals. Bloomberg reporters Malathi Nayak, Erik Larson, and Ira Boudway join this episode to talk about why golfers and fans are so animated by this rivalry—and where the dispute goes from here. Read more: Golf's Thorniest Grudge Match Threatens the Game's Old Order Listen to The Big Take podcast every weekday and subscribe to our daily newsletter: https://bloom.bg/3F3EJAK Have questions or comments for Wes and the team? Reach us at bigtake@bloomberg.net.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Hosts Scarlet Fu and Damian Sassower speak with Bloomberg's Ira Boudway about his recent piece in Bloomberg Businessweek about how Athletes First is shifting its approach, and how that approach is being shaped by some new VC-firm investors.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
A decade ago NFL leaders said legal gambling would create a corrosive atmosphere for football. Every penalty or dropped pass would “inevitably fuel speculation, distrust and accusations of game-fixing,” NFL Commissioner Roger Goodell said back in 2012. Today, 100 million Americans can legally bet on sports, and the NFL has embraced betting apps as not just a way to engage with fans, but mint cash.Bloomberg Businessweek's Mark Leydorf reads "Place Your Bets" by Peter Robison and Ira Boudway. Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.comSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Since 2011, the U.S. has spent about $10 billion dollars in tax credits for people buying electric vehicles. Now, the government is extending that credit to people wanting to hop on electric bikes. It's all part of President Biden's Build Back Better bill. For more, KCBS Radio news anchor Rebecca Corral spoke with Bloomberg News reporter Ira Boudway to understand what's included in that bill. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Dr. Ian Lustbader, Clinical Professor of Medicine at the NYU School of Medicine, discusses the virus, vaccines and variants. Bloomberg's Ira Boudway looks at how the MLB Tests Robot Umps, New Rules to Fix Baseball Boredom Problem. Bloomberg's Sonali Basak details Five Traders on how to Survive Disrupted Markets. Brian Chappatta, Bloomberg Opinion Columnist, on how KKR Succession Is Watershed for Private Equity. And we Drive to the Close with Randy Watts, Chief Investment Strategist at O'Neil Global Advisors Hosts: Carol Massar and Tim Stenovec. Producer: Charlie Vollmer Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.com
Dr. Ian Lustbader, Clinical Professor of Medicine at the NYU School of Medicine, discusses the virus, vaccines and variants. Bloomberg's Ira Boudway looks at how the MLB Tests Robot Umps, New Rules to Fix Baseball Boredom Problem. Bloomberg's Sonali Basak details Five Traders on how to Survive Disrupted Markets. Brian Chappatta, Bloomberg Opinion Columnist, on how KKR Succession Is Watershed for Private Equity. And we Drive to the Close with Randy Watts, Chief Investment Strategist at O'Neil Global Advisors Hosts: Carol Massar and Tim Stenovec. Producer: Charlie Vollmer Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.com
South San Francisco-based startup Zipline is set to start delivering the Covid19 vaccine - by drone. For more, KCBS Radio news anchor Rebecca Corral spoke with Bloomberg News Reporter Ira Boudway. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Scott Soshnick, Michael Barr and Ira Boudway discuss a host of issues related to the business of sports, including the NFL Players Association pointing out to its members that more than 25% of the grievances filed by players over the past two years were against one team: the Jacksonville Jaguars. One player alone was fined 25 times for more than $700,000 for missed rehabilitation appointments that an arbitrator later ruled violated the labor contract. Also talked about is the mushrooming popularity of Baltimore Ravens quarterback Lamar Jackson, whose popularity has made finding his merchandise difficult in the holiday shopping season. And also talked about is the PGA Tour’s new broadcast contracts, which according to SportsBusiness Journal will provide a 60% rights fee increase from CBS, NBC and Golf Channel. Hosts: Scott Soshnick, Michael Barr and Ira Boudway Producer: Colin Tipton
Eben Novy-Williams and Ira Boudway discuss a host of issues related to the business of sports, including the legal battle between Nike Inc. and lawyer Michael Avenatti. Avenatti has been accused of extorting the sportswear giant, but filings from the case, which appear to detail numerous Nike employees discussing the payment of youth basketball players, may have other far-reaching ramifications. Also discussed is Boudway’s recent Bloomberg Businessweek story about the Athletic, a subscription sports news service whose success has become a litmus test for many in the news industry. Also talked about is the deeper story behind an English soccer fan who was told to stop texting at a game earlier this month. Stadium security thought he was engaging in the act of ’courtsiding,’ where fans in attendance at games relay information as fast as they can to bettors or sports betting operators.
Emily Chang, Host of Bloomberg Technology, discusses the role social media played in the New Zealand terror attack and the policing of online content. Martin Shanahan, CEO at IDA Ireland, explains how Ireland is seeing increasing foreign investment as a result of the ongoing U.K. Brexit negotiations. Patrick Keane, CEO of The Action Network, and Ira Boudway, Bloomberg News Global Business Reporter, talk about the gambling startup that provides data for March Madness bettors. George Ferguson, Bloomberg Intelligence Senior Airlines Analyst, shares a report that Boeing plans to roll out a software upgrade for the 737 Max airliner following recent crashes that lead to multiple groundings around the world. And we Drive to the Close of markets with Tom Plumb, President and CIO of Plumb Funds. Hosts: Carol Massar and Jason Kelly. Producer: Paul Brennan Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.com
Emily Chang, Host of Bloomberg Technology, discusses the role social media played in the New Zealand terror attack and the policing of online content. Martin Shanahan, CEO at IDA Ireland, explains how Ireland is seeing increasing foreign investment as a result of the ongoing U.K. Brexit negotiations. Patrick Keane, CEO of The Action Network, and Ira Boudway, Bloomberg News Global Business Reporter, talk about the gambling startup that provides data for March Madness bettors. George Ferguson, Bloomberg Intelligence Senior Airlines Analyst, shares a report that Boeing plans to roll out a software upgrade for the 737 Max airliner following recent crashes that lead to multiple groundings around the world. And we Drive to the Close of markets with Tom Plumb, President and CIO of Plumb Funds. Hosts: Carol Massar and Jason Kelly. Producer: Paul Brennan
Yes that's right, Daniel is still mad about owners. But before he continues his ranting with the story of the Braves' traveling grift show, the boys discuss more Tyler Bauer foolishness, possible dirty play by Anthony Rizzo, and celebrate National Women in Baseball Day. Selected readings for this episode: The Braves Play Taxpayers Better Than They Play Baseball by Ira Boudway and Kate Smith Where Will MLB's First Woman GM Come From? by Christina Kahrl The Hidden Queer History of A League of Their Own by Britni de la Cretaz The post 5.31.18 – Greedy Owners Pt. 2: Daniel’s Still Mad appeared first on Throwing Junk.
Stefan Fatsis and Josh Levin are joined by the Athletic’s Marcus Thompson to discuss the Warriors and Steph Curry. Bloomberg’s Ira Boudway also joins to talk about legalized sports betting, and John Swansburg helps assess Tom Wolfe’s classic piece on NASCAR driver Junior Johnson. Golden State Warriors (4:20): With Steph Curry looking spry and healthy, can anyone stop the NBA’s best team? And what’s the deal with Curry’s mom fining him for cursing? Legalized sports betting (26:15): The Supreme Court’s huge ruling will change how leagues operate and how fans wager. Bloomberg’s Ira Boudway explains the ramifications. Tom Wolfe on Junior Johnson (44:35): Tom Wolfe’s Esquire piece “The Last American Hero Is Junior Johnson. Yes!” is a classic of new journalism. What did Wolfe get right about Johnson and NASCAR and what did he miss? Afterballs (1:11:40): Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Stefan Fatsis and Josh Levin are joined by the Athletic’s Marcus Thompson to discuss the Warriors and Steph Curry. Bloomberg’s Ira Boudway also joins to talk about legalized sports betting, and John Swansburg helps assess Tom Wolfe’s classic piece on NASCAR driver Junior Johnson. Golden State Warriors (4:20): With Steph Curry looking spry and healthy, can anyone stop the NBA’s best team? And what’s the deal with Curry’s mom fining him for cursing? Legalized sports betting (26:15): The Supreme Court’s huge ruling will change how leagues operate and how fans wager. Bloomberg’s Ira Boudway explains the ramifications. Tom Wolfe on Junior Johnson (44:35): Tom Wolfe’s Esquire piece “The Last American Hero Is Junior Johnson. Yes!” is a classic of new journalism. What did Wolfe get right about Johnson and NASCAR and what did he miss? Afterballs (1:11:40): Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Ira Boudway on his Bloomberg Businessweek cover on ESPN's subscriber losses as people ditch cable -- and what this means for media players big and small. Our co-host is an ad man: the Martin Agency's Neil Patel, formerly digital media exec at Disney, ESPN's parent company. We're on Twitter @FullDRadio