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Why would PayPal's former Head of Crypto join Stellar? José Fernández da Ponte explains why stablecoins, tokenization and open blockchain infrastructure are reaching a tipping point.
The Dallas Mavericks and Dallas Wings are entering exciting new chapters, and basketball analyst Lauren Gunn joins the Hoopsology Podcast to break it all down. In this episode, we dive deep into the Mavericks' dramatic transition following the Luka Doncic era and discuss why Cooper Flagg has quickly become the centerpiece of Dallas' future. Lauren shares her thoughts on the Mavericks' coaching search, the arrival of Masai Ujiri, potential roster moves involving Klay Thompson, PJ Washington, and Daniel Gafford, and why Dallas fans finally have reason for optimism. We also explore the lasting impact of the Luka Doncic trade and why his connection with Mavericks fans remains one of the most unique relationships in NBA history. Could Luka eventually return to Dallas? What does the future hold for Cooper Flagg? Lauren gives her expert perspective on one of the most fascinating storylines in basketball. On the WNBA side, we discuss the Dallas Wings' impressive start to the season under new head coach Jose Fernandez. Lauren explains how Paige Bueckers, Azzi Fudd, Arike Ogunbowale, Jessica Shepard, and the revamped Wings roster are creating excitement across the league. We also examine the team's future, facility upgrades, player development, and what makes this Wings squad a potential contender moving forward. If you're a fan of the NBA, WNBA, Dallas Mavericks, Dallas Wings, Cooper Flagg, Paige Bueckers, Luka Doncic, or offseason basketball analysis, this is an episode you won't want to miss.
Today on Good Follow, Juju Gotti gives Trysta Krick her flowers for coining Carla Leite's nickname "Baby Bird". What does Sue Bird think? Next, we want to know: how do you feel about the Portland Fire after they waived three? Then, we react to Tiffany Hayes' hot mic moment and beef with Caitlin Clark. There's more! Jose Fernandez keeps saying strange things to the media. We just want to know if Azzi Fudd is going to start! Lastly, Good Follow makes their DraftKings Pick of the Week. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Today on Good Follow, Juju Gotti gives Trysta Krick her flowers for coining Carla Leite's nickname "Baby Bird". What does Sue Bird think? Next, we want to know: how do you feel about the Portland Fire after they waived three? Then, we react to Tiffany Hayes' hot mic moment and beef with Caitlin Clark. There's more! Jose Fernandez keeps saying strange things to the media. We just want to know if Azzi Fudd is going to start! Lastly, Good Follow makes their DraftKings Pick of the Week. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
The Her Hoop Stats Podcast: WNBA & Women’s College Basketball
The Dallas Wings put on a scoring showcase at Barclays against the New York Liberty, fueled by Azzi Fudd's 17-point third-quarter explosion. Plus, Awa Fam shines in her Seattle Storm debut, and more, with Brittany Carper and Tyler DeLuca.HerHoopStats.com: Unlocking better insight about the women's game.The Her Hoop Stats Newsletter: https://herhoopstats.substack.comSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
The Her Hoop Stats Podcast: WNBA & Women’s College Basketball
The handling, lack of communication, and transparency regarding Caitlin Clark's back injury, recapping the Dallas Wings' win in Chicago, and more with Marisa Ingemi and Tyler DeLuca. HerHoopStats.com: Unlocking better insight about the women's game.The Her Hoop Stats Newsletter: https://herhoopstats.substack.comSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
This week Hosts Freddie and Cathryn discuss Rickea Jackson tearing her ACL and Natasha Cloud calling out the Referees for not being able to control the aggressive nature of the game. They discuss how this has been an ongoing issue in the league. Then the Dallas Wings were under fire as their coach Jose Fernandez called out his team for being "selfish" and how the team responded. They ask if coach callouts actually work. Then the badass player of the week and in the FFQ FReddie's Fun Question) it's all about stealing someone's thunder. Follow Us@thepickupwnbapod@itsme_cathryn@freddierivas / @freddienoelrivas Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Snap, Becky and MJ talk some of the WNBA rookies that are showing out, predict WNBA awards, Jose Fernandez's "selfish locker room" comments, and how good the Chicago Sky are. Also, Sixth Player of the Week (non-Chennedy edition).
The Her Hoop Stats Podcast: WNBA & Women’s College Basketball
Our phenomenal post players, Christy Winters Scott and Cindy Brunson, post up to discuss emerging stars, game coverage, ACL injuries, coaching moves, officiating critiques, and more.HerHoopStats.com: Unlocking better insight about the women's game.The Her Hoop Stats Newsletter: https://herhoopstats.substack.comSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
The Her Hoop Stats Podcast: WNBA & Women’s College Basketball
A weekend bonus episode featuring Cindy Brunson and Helen Williams discussing a myriad of topics, including the lack of females on the call for TV networks, NCAA Women's Basketball headlines, some stories from the WNBA, and more. HerHoopStats.com: Unlocking better insight about the women's game.The Her Hoop Stats Newsletter: https://herhoopstats.substack.comSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
The Dallas Wings lost a very winnable game at home to the Minnesota Lynx. Paige Bueckers preached balancing grace with urgency, but the postgame vibes took a turn after Wings head coach Jose Fernandez called out "selfishness" in the locker rooms among players getting emotional over minutes. We are jumping into exactly what went wrong on the floor, breaking down this massive postgame quote, and looking at how this team dynamic needs to shift moving forward. Drop your questions, comments, and emotional outbursts in the chat, and let's get into it!(0:00) - Intro: The Dallas Wings' "Selfish" Loss to the Lynx(3:59) - Key Stats: Paige Bueckers, Maddy Siegrist & First-Half Execution(9:10) - Player Reactions: Paige Bueckers on Pick & Roll Defense(15:11) - The Maddy Siegrist Mystery: Why Was She Taken Out?(21:04) - Paige Bueckers on Handling Double-Teams and Blitzes(38:13) - Grace vs. Urgency: Paige's perspective on the Wings' mindset(49:20) - Coach Jose's Rant: "Selfishness in this Locker Room"(1:08:20) - The Truth About the Rotation and Player Minutes(1:18:38) - Fact-Checking Coach Jose: Maddy Siegrist's Actual Defense(1:31:36) - Final Thoughts: Real Strategic Issues vs. Emotional Drama
We have a jam-packed episode of The Dunker Spot coming your way! First, Nekias Duncan and Steve Jones continue dissecting second round playoff action! The Cleveland Cavaliers and the San Antonio Spurs have taken 3-2 series leads over the Detroit Pistons and Minnesota Timberwolves respectively. The guys discuss what happened in Game 5, what they'll be looking for in Game 6 and 7 (if needed), and give early thoughts on Spurs-Thunder and Cavs-Knicks just in case the Conference Finals start before Tuesday. From there, the guys shift to the WNBA to bounce around! They discuss the Dallas Wings' tough loss to the Minnesota Lynx, the ensuing postgame presser from Wings head coach Jose Fernandez, and the early returns (and growth areas) for the Wings' defense. They also check in on the Los Angeles Sparks, salute the currently-undefeated Chicago Sky and Atlanta Dream, and share the games they're most excited about heading into the weekend. If you ever have NBA or WNBA questions, email us at dunkerspot@yahoo.com (1:53) Cavaliers-Pistons (16:40) Early Cavaliers-Knicks questions (21:08) Spurs-Timberwolves (31:42) Early Spurs-Thunder questions (36:28) Giannis trade candidates (53:33) Dallas Wings (1:08:27) Los Angeles Sparks (1:15:44) Chicago Sky (1:34) Atlanta Dream (1:28:47) Games of the week(end) Subscribe to the The Dunker Spot on your favorite podcast app:
The Her Hoop Stats Podcast: WNBA & Women’s College Basketball
The dynamic duo of Chelsea Leite and Tyler DeLuca discuss the Toronto Tempo's start to the season, the issues facing the Dallas Wings following José Fernández's recent postgame comments, and more.HerHoopStats.com: Unlocking better insight about the women's game.The Her Hoop Stats Newsletter: https://herhoopstats.substack.comSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
The Her Hoop Stats Podcast: WNBA & Women’s College Basketball
The Portland Fire got their first win in theatrical fashion, Olivia Miles is shining early for the Minnesota Lynx, the Phoenix Mercury has some international flavor, and more with Helen Williams and Richard Cohen.HerHoopStats.com: Unlocking better insight about the women's game.The Her Hoop Stats Newsletter: https://herhoopstats.substack.comSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
The Dallas Wings kicked off their regular season with a victory over the Indiana Fever, but the postgame presser wasn't exactly a victory lap. Odyssey Sims didn't hold back, calling the performance "ugly," while Arike Ogunbowale and Paige Bueckers echoed the need for massive improvements on the defensive end. We're getting into the Xs and Os of what worked, what didn't, and what Coach Fernandez needs to tighten up immediately.ORIGIINAL BROADCAST: SATURDAY, MAY 9, 20260:00 - Curt Miller's plan for Wings roster construction3:09 - Dallas Wings defeated Indiana Fever in season opener 107 - 1049:03 - Why wasn't Azzi Fudd in the starting lineup?10:09 - Jose Fernandez postgame press conference15:03 - Aziaha James doesn't shy away from defense18:11 - How Arike Ogunbowale prepared to re-join the Dallas wings18:57 - Arike Ogunbowale, Paige Bueckers, Odyssey Sims Postgame Press Conference22:00 - Paige Bueckers on needed defensive improvements23:55 - Odyssey Sims on Dallas' "ugly" win32:36 - The Dallas Wings have a whole list of things to work on35:26 - Where did the Wings' mistakes come from?37:54 - Wings - Dream Preview
Jazz dives into the tactical reality behind the Wings' recent roster cuts , explaining why elite timing and fast ball movement are the non-negotiable requirements for Coach Jose Fernandez's new offensive system. The episode also highlights Maddy Siegrist's undeniable versatility and emerging veteran leadership. Finally, Jazz pulls a candid quote from rookie Azzi Fudd regarding her confusing introduction to WNBA officiating and physicality.ORIGINAL BROADCAST: MONDAY, MAY 5TH, 202600:00 - Preseason Dominance & Roster Cuts: Breaking down the Wings' 101-84 win over the Aces and why timing and quick ball movement drove the recent roster waives.04:52 - Coach Fernandez's Offensive System: Analyzing soundbites from Coach Jose Fernandez on how pace, transition basketball, and spacing will dictate the Wings' success this season. 17:24 -Maddy Siegrist doesn't get enough credit : How her versatility and "chip on her shoulder" leadership are elevating the team. 26:01 - Azzi Fudd's WNBA Reality Check: Discussing the rookie transition and unpacking Azzi Fudd's candid admission that the league's officiating and physicality rules have left her "more confused". 44:55 - The Chennedy Carter Matchup & Roster Chemistry: Analyzing the on-court dynamic with Chennedy Carter , the reality of second chances , and why chemistry remains the ultimate defining factor in the WNBA.
Jody Jackson joins Wolf and Luke for Leading Off with Jody Jackson to discuss who has stepped up for the Arizona Diamondbacks and if we can expect this impact from Ildemaro Vargas and Jose Fernandez all season.
Number 1 pick of the WNBA Draft Azzi Fudd and Dallas Wings Head Coach Jose Fernandez discuss the transition to the WNBA and the high intensity of Dallas Wings practices. They break down the importance of team leadership, defensive identity, and the excitement surrounding sold-out games.
11am hour of The K&C Masterpiece! Winners and Wankers of the Weekend. The No. 1 pick in the 2026 WNBA Draft Azzi Fudd and Dallas Wings head coach Jose Fernandez. Gridiron Gravy: Everything else from the rest of the NFL Draft ... and a couple more Cowboys notes
The Arizona Diamondbacks looked down and out in Mexico City against the San Diego Padres, but they mounted a huge comeback to earn one of the best wins in recent memory. Alex Weiner and Dave Burns react to the victory, highlighting standout performers such as Ildemaro Vargas and Jose Fernandez.
The Her Hoop Stats Podcast: WNBA & Women’s College Basketball
Taking a deep look at the young Washington Mystics, the storylines coming out of the camps of the Chicago Sky, Dallas Wings, Las Vegas Aces, Los Angeles Sparks, Minnesota Lynx, New York Liberty, and more, with Christy Winters Scott and Richard Cohen. HerHoopStats.com: Unlocking better insight about the women's game.The Her Hoop Stats Newsletter: https://herhoopstats.substack.comSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
D-Hall talks about the great road trip, the 11-8 start, and the unexpected contributions from Jose Fernandez and "Drip" Vargas.
Jody Jackson joins Wolf and Luke for Leading Off with Jody Jackson to discuss the Arizona Diamondbacks winning close games, which Diamondbacks reliever has surprised her the most, and how Jose Fernandez has looked so far on the road trip.
Wolf and Luke discuss if Devin Booker is starting to turn it on now that postseason time is approaching and how important it would be for Jose Fernandez to provide consistent offense for the Arizona Diamondbacks.
This week on the Baseball America Fantasy Podcast host Geoff Pontes is joined by Ian Cundall. They dive into ten names you need to be targeting in your dynasty leagues over the opening weeks of the season. (2:00) Connelly Early(4:00) Colt Emerson(7:00) Jose Fernandez(10:00) Tanner Franklin(14:00) Ike Irish(17:00) Juan Sanchez(21:00) James Tibbs(29:00) Fenwick Trimble(31:00) James Ellwanger(34:00) Anthony EyansonOur Sponsors:* Check out BetterHelp: https://www.betterhelp.comAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy
Vlad Sedler (@rotogut) and Jason Anthony (@booms62) discuss their Vegas Main Event drafts, small sample size madness, hot starts to the season, Konnor Griffin expectations, and provide early-season waivers and FAAB advice. Review of Vegas Main Event draft results and a well-deserved Wilyer Abreu lap No victory laps, we're growns up and we're growns up Early Season panic, FOMO and reactions to small sample sizes When to start caring about underlying metrics and the power of confirmation bias The NFBC website redesign Konnor Griffin is here! Cody Ponce, Carlos Estevez, Nick Lodolo, Zack Wheeler and...Tyler Freeman? Hot starts - Jose Fernandez, Joey Wiemer, Liam Hicks Hot starts that aren't all that surprising: Shea Langeliers, Sal Stewart, Yordan Alvarez Weekend Matchup Previews and Hitters to Bench Week 3 FAAB Preview LINK to the livestream version of this episode on X/Twitter LINK to the livestream version of this episode on YouTube --------------------- Promo Code MLB26 is the one to use for 10% off FTN Fantasy for the best and most helpful fantasy baseball lineups, waivers, drops advice and our world-class Custom Projections. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
Wolf and Luke discuss where the best fit could be for Ty Simpson and what Jose Fernandez can become after his historic debut.
In Episode 653 of The Valley Verdict, we review a massive turnaround in the desert. From the Diamondbacks securing a home sweep against Detroit to the Phoenix Suns facing a "Massive Problem" on the road in Orlando, the Standard is being put to the test.We examine the emergence of Jose Fernandez as a late-inning force, the executive perspective on the D-backs' young core, and the intensity shifting in Tempe as ASU Football continues spring practice.In this episode:00:00 - WelcomeOpening thoughts on the momentum shift in the Valley and the reality of a series sweep at Chase Field.13:04 - D-backs: The Breakdown of the SweepThe Soroka Standard: More reaction from Michael Soroka, who joined Burns & Gambo to discuss his transition into the rotation anchor.The Jose Fernandez Arrival: Reviewing the 7-5 comeback win on the back of Jose Fernandez.Sound: Jose Fernandez joins Todd Walsh and Mark Grace post-game, plus his address to the media in the locker room.Sound: Torey Lovullo speaks to the media regarding the bullpen's resilience.Reaction: Bickley & Marotta react to the impact and intensity of Jose Fernandez.Executive View: Assistant GM Amiel Sawdaye joins Wolf & Luke to talk about Jose Fernandez and the development of the D-backs' young stars.The 1-0 Shutout: From being swept in LA to getting the sweep at home. Analyzing the defensive connectivity that secured the victory.Sound: Corbin Carroll joins Todd Walsh and Mark Grace post-game, plus his session with the media in the locker room following his 1st-inning home run.Sound: Torey Lovullo speaks to the media after the game to wrap up the series.1:22:00 - Suns: The "Massive Problem" AnalysisRecap: Suns drop a close road contest to the Magic, 115-111, in the second night of a back-to-back.Sound: Coach Jordan Ott speaks to the media regarding the defensive lapses and road execution.The Big Question: Reacting to Burns & Gambo asking, "Do the Phoenix Suns have a massive problem?"1:43:34 - ASU Football: Spring IntensityThe Dillingham Standard: Kenny Dillingham and TE coach Jason Mohns speak to the media following Tuesday's spring practice.Examining the culture shift and the physical intensity on the grass as the Sun Devils prepare for the Big 12.The Verdict: Is the D-backs' ability to secure a 1-0 shutout the ultimate proof of their identity, or is the Suns' road fatigue a sign of a deeper structural failure?
Baseball is back in swing! Jose Fernandez is the seventh player in MLB history to hit two home runs in his debut. Umpires are having a rough start to the season, CB Bucknor misses a call at first and Mark Wegner loses track of the count. Shohei Ohtani threw six scoreless innings during his first start of the season. Plus, the ABS is NOT working how everyone thought. Coaches are challenging the wrong calls, causing them to not be able to challenge calls that are clearly wrong. Get 10% off your first month of BlueChew Gold with code FOUL at BlueChew.com Start your 7-day free trial today at FOXOne.comSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
CHASE DELAUTER HURT HIS FOOT! THIS IS NOT AN APRIL FOOL'S DAY JOKE (2:15)! ... Who is this Jose Fernandez kid (4:00)? ... Andrew Painter had a strong debut (8:53). ... Let's rank interesting starting pitchers (12:36)! ... News (23:08): Cody Ponce will miss significant time with a sprained ACL. ... What did we see in Shane McClanahan vs. Brandon Woodruff (30:10)? ... Let's fire up the Worry-O-Meter for Bubba Chandler (34:37). ... How excited are we about these waiver wire hitters (41:25)? ... Max Scherzer looked solid (50:40). ... We had a bunch of aces on the mound (54:57). ... Let's wrap up with leftovers, bullpen updates and streamers (1:03:14). Subscribe to our YouTube channel: youtube.com/FantasyBaseballToday Download and Follow Fantasy Baseball Today on Spotify: https://sptfy.com/QiKv Follow our FBT team on Twitter: @FBTPod, @CPTowers @CBSScottWhite, @Roto_Frank Join our Facebook group at https://www.facebook.com/groups/fantasybaseballtoday Sign up for the FBT Newsletter at https://www.cbssports.com/newsletters/fantasy-baseball-today/ To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices
On Tuesday night, Shohei Ohtani started his first game for the Los Angeles Dodgers this season and appeared to already be in midseason form. The reigning National League Most Valuable Player struck out six batters over six innings of scoreless ball en route to LA's 4–1 win over the Cleveland Guardians. On this episode of Baseball Bar-B-Cast, Jake Mintz and Jordan Shusterman review the start from the Japanese superstar, discuss why this could be the beginning of a possible NL Cy Young campaign and highlight how funny it is that Ohtani sometimes pitches and hits in the same inning. They then talk about Roki Sasaki's first start of the season and the reasons for optimism as he adjusts to MLB hitters. Later, Jake and Jordan welcome the voice of NBC's Sunday Night Baseball and the Detroit Tigers, Jason Benetti, as he talks about his road to becoming a baseball broadcaster, why he feels a deep responsibility in this role and some of the things he's looking forward to this season. The guys then get into the Seattle Mariners and Milwaukee Brewers handing out contract extensions to players who have yet to make their MLB debuts and highlight Jose Fernandez's first game in the big leagues with the Arizona Diamondbacks. 1:10 – The Opener: Shohei on the bump 22:24 – Roki Sasaki's first start of 2026 25:20 – Jason Benetti joins the show 38:04 – The importance of Sunday Night Baseball for MLB 57:01 – We Need to Talk About: Pre-debut extensions 1:13:15 – Around the League: Andrew Painter debuts 1:19:43 – Jose Fernandez's immediate impact Subscribe to Baseball Bar-B-Cast on your favorite podcast app:
Wolf and Luke react to the Arizona Diamondbacks' win over the Detroit Tigers and the Phoenix Suns' loss to the Orlando Magic.
Amiel Sawdaye joins Wolf and Luke for Front Office Focus to discuss Jose Fernandez's MLB debut, how Paul Sewald has looked in his first few save opportunities, and how Brandon Pfaadt can avoid the big inning.
The final week before the full slate of minor league games is upon us and we celebrate on the Baseball America Fantasy Podcast with an NL West prospects preview. This is our final of the divisional prospect previews and with the loaded Giants and Dodgers systems in tow there's plenty to discuss as Geoff Pontes is joined by Ian Cundall.Los Angeles Dodgers(2:00) River Ryan (3:00) Alex Freeland (5:00) Eduardo Quintero, Josue De Paula, Zyhir Hope and Mike Sirota (8:00) Zach Root (10:00) Adam SerwinowskiArizona Diamondbacks (11:00) Ryan Waldschmidt (13:00) Jose Fernandez (15:00) David Hagaman(16:00) JD Dix San Diego Padres(19:00) Miguel Mendez and Bradgley Rodriguez (21:00) Kruz Schoolcraft (22:00) Kash Mayfield (24:00) Kale Fountain (27:00) Tucker Musgrove San Francisco Giants (29:00) Bryce Eldridge (31:00) Carson Whisenhunt (33:00) Josuar Gonzalez (35:00) Luis Hernandez (37:00) Luis De La Torre (38:00) Argenis Cayama Colorado Rockies(39:00) Charlie Condon (40:00) TJ Rumfield (43:00) Ethan Holliday (46:00) Roldy Brito (48:00) Jackson CoxOur Sponsors:* Check out BetterHelp: https://www.betterhelp.com* Check out Progressive: https://progressive.com* Check out Quince: https://quince.com/BA2022Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy
What is the state of the Arizona Diamondbacks pipeline, and who are the top prospects to watch this season? Diamondbacks director of player development Chris Slivka joins Alex Weiner to break down Ryan Waldschmidt, Jose Fernandez and sleepers entering 2026.
Joe Frisaro of the Man on 2nd Podcast joins Larry Blustein to talk about the latest going on with the high school baseball scene in South Florida. He talks about one kid who can be the left-handed pitcher version of late Marlins pitcher Jose Fernandez. They also discuss NIL factors in College baseball & so much more. Jovani Solis is a state champion wrestler for South Dade High, and he talks to Larry Blustein about why he likes wrestling as a sport & so much more. Sagemont Prep Head Basketball Coach David Roe joins Larry Blustein to talk about the basketball season they're having and so much more. Alex Donno from Locked On Canes joins Larry Blustein to talk about the beginning stages of Spring football. They discuss recruitment news at the U and more. Brandon Neifeld, the head wrestling coach at Mater Lakes Academy, joins Larry Blustein before wrestling practice to discuss the season so far and why wrestling is growing in popularity in Florida. Kevin Perry joins Larry Blustein as they announce the Broward Showcase Games for the fall of 2026.
Joe Frisaro of the Man on 2nd Podcast joins Larry Blustein to talk about the latest going on with the high school baseball scene in South Florida. He talks about one kid who can be the left-handed pitcher version of late Marlins pitcher Jose Fernandez. They also talk about the NIL factors in College baseball & so much more.
In this short segment of the Revenue Builders Podcast, we revisit the discussion with Jose Fernandez — former Head of Global Sales Development at Google and now CEO of Easy Comp — breaks down how compensation must evolve when companies shift from traditional SaaS licensing to consumption-based models. Drawing from his experience at Google Ads, one of the most successful consumption engines in business history, Jose lays out the structural advantages of consumption models and how GTM, onboarding, forecasting, and comp plans must align to unlock growth.John McMahon and John Kaplan then expand on how consumption changes seller behavior, deal sizing, renewal dynamics, forecast accuracy, and quota mechanics. This is a must-listen for revenue leaders, sellers, and anyone navigating the industry-wide shift toward usage-based pricing.KEY TAKEAWAYS[00:00:46] Companies transitioning to consumption models often copy SaaS licensing structures instead of designing comp that amplifies consumption-driven advantages.[00:01:34] Three core advantages of consumption models: lower barrier to entry, value-aligned spend increases, and product-led expansion.[00:03:07] Aligning GTM roles — new business, onboarding, and account management — enables scale and fairness in comp.[00:03:57] Forecasting in consumption models becomes an analytical discipline, requiring predictive models rather than rep intuition.[00:05:00] High-quality customer fit at acquisition can result in massive upside — one rep earned huge commission from a $15M three-month advertiser.[00:07:02] In consumption, churn can happen in a week — sellers must ensure rapid value realization, not just contract signing.[00:08:00] Sellers often intentionally downsize initial deals to ensure burn-down and protect compensation.[00:08:59] PLG and sales-assisted models blend; comp must account for small initial usage that grows rapidly.[00:09:48] Companies balance advance payments to reps with clawbacks to protect against churn.[00:10:10] Smart sellers can land small, prove value, and convert usage to multi-year, high-value commitments.QUOTES[00:01:10] “Companies take too much inspiration from the old model instead of designing comp that amplifies the advantages of consumption.”[00:01:56] “Customer spend is directly proportional to the value they get — and their understanding of that value.”[00:02:19] “If you have an amazing product, some of that growth is going to be product-led, regardless of the sales team.”[00:03:57] “Forecasting in a consumption model is an analytical exercise — not something you ask an account executive to guess.”[00:07:54] “In consumption, a customer can use it for a week, turn it off like a light switch, and move on.”[00:08:38] “PLG might start with $500 on a credit card and scale into a major enterprise deal.”[00:09:28] “Sometimes comp gives future credit for usage trajectory — but companies will claw it back if churn happens.”[00:10:33] “There's a lot of gold in this full episode — make sure you check it out.”Listen to the full conversation through the link below.https://revenue-builders.simplecast.com/episodes/driving-sales-behavior-with-effective-compensation-plans-with-jose-fernandezEnjoying the podcast? Sign up to receive new episodes straight to your inbox:https://hubs.li/Q02R10xN0Check out John McMahon's book here:Amazon Link: https://a.co/d/1K7DDC4Check out Force Management's Ascender platform here: https://my.ascender.co/Ascender/ Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
Diamond Miller joins Target Talk to reflect on her journey from growing up in a competitive basketball family to becoming one of the most exciting young players in the WNBA. She talks about breaking records at Franklin High, her evolution at Maryland, and what winning gold with Team USA taught her at a young age. We also get into her “welcome to the league” moment and the biggest surprises she felt when she entered the WNBA.Diamond opens up about being traded to Dallas, what went through her mind that day, and what she hopes to show with the Wings that she could not before. She shares her early impressions of the city, her thoughts on new head coach Jose Fernandez, and what she's focusing on in her game right now. From pregame music to hidden hobbies, this episode gives a full look at a fresh start and a new chapter.Follow Diamond on Instagram: @diamondm1ller
1pm hour of The K&C Masterpiece!
The Her Hoop Stats Podcast: WNBA & Women’s College Basketball
While no deal has yet been reached in the Collective Bargaining Agreement negotiations, and with the current CBA's expiration looming, there's been plenty of movement on the WNBA coaching front. Chelsea Leite and Tyler DeLuca are here to break down all the action from the coaching carousel.HerHoopStats.com: Unlock better insight about the women's game.The Her Hoop Stats Newsletter: https://herhoopstats.substack.comSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
The Her Hoop Stats Podcast: WNBA & Women’s College Basketball
We're talking all things Southeastern Conference in today's episode! Jack Church joins Jamie Steyer Johnson to break down impactful transfers, standout freshmen, and the star-studded rosters that continue to make the SEC one of the nation's most formidable conferences.Jack also shares his unique perspective on Jose Fernandez's departure from South Florida, having covered the final game of Fernandez's storied tenure. He offers insight into the longtime coach's move to become the new head coach of the Dallas Wings and what it means from the South Florida standpoint.HerHoopStats.com: Unlock better insight about the women's game.The Her Hoop Stats Newsletter: https://herhoopstats.substack.comSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
In this episode of the Revenue Builders Podcast, our hosts John Kaplan and John McMahon dive into the intricacies of sales compensation plans with special guest Jose Fernandez, co-founder of Easy Comp. The discussion covers the primary purpose of sales compensation plans, the impact of incentives on sales behavior, and various strategies for aligning sales incentives with company goals. Jose shares examples from his experience at MongoDB, Intap, and Google, highlighting how tailored compensation plans can drive desired behaviors and increase sales productivity. The episode also touches on the challenges of transitioning to consumption-based models and the importance of clear, motivational, and actionable compensation plans for sales teams.ADDITIONAL RESOURCESConnect with Jose Fernandez.LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/joseluisfernandez/Learn more about EasyComp: https://www.easycomp.ai/Read the Guide on Six Critical Priorities for Revenue Leadership in 2026: https://hubs.li/Q03JN74V0Read the Guide on Winning Government Contracts: https://bit.ly/3UYAOvOEnjoying the podcast? Sign up to receive new episodes straight to your inbox: https://hubs.li/Q02R10xN0HERE ARE SOME KEY SECTIONS TO CHECK OUT[00:01:44] Understanding Sales Compensation Plans[00:01:59] Driving Sales Behavior with Compensation[00:06:43] Aligning Compensation with Company Strategy[00:08:50] Simplifying Compensation Plans[00:12:19] Planning and Implementing Effective Compensation Plans[00:20:31] Leveraging Technology in Compensation Planning[00:27:01] Incentivizing Overachievers and Managing Churn[00:32:42] Understanding Sales Performance Metrics[00:33:49] The Debate on Sales Compensation Caps[00:35:30] Challenges with Sales Compensation Plans[00:36:46] Coaching Technical Founders on Sales[00:38:07] Celebrating Big Wins in Sales[00:45:32] The Role of Technology in Sales Compensation[00:49:01] The Shift to Consumption-Based Models[01:00:16] The Importance of Collaboration in Sales[01:01:26] Introducing EZ Comp and Its MissionHIGHLIGHT QUOTES[00:02:04] "Incentives drive behavior, and it does it in a very strong way."[00:03:09] "The first place they're going to go to figure out what they're supposed to do is their compensation letter."[00:05:14] "Simplicity is key. If they have to write it down, it's never gonna work."[00:06:36] "The number one way to lose sellers: comp plans that don't represent things I have control over."[00:31:05] "Any good sales rep, really the top-notch salespeople, are not going to your company if you have a cap in the sales plan."[00:34:41] "If they're not getting value, they're turning it off. That's number one in consumption."[01:06:53] "AI is gonna unleash wave after wave of business transformation, and we want to be part of those waves." Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
On this week's episode, we discuss various What If baseball scenarios throughout our lifetime, including Billy Beane running the Red Sox, various A-Rod trade scenarios, baseball in Florida if Jose Fernandez had not passed away, the Yankees success if Hank Steinbrenner took over, if Michael Jordan would have stayed in baseball had the 1994 strike been avoided, and Mike Trout's career if Albert Pujols had never signed with the Angels. We also discuss the Pohlad family taking the Twins off the market, potential divisional realignment with expansion, and the latest TV news around baseball.
In this week's coaching conversation, South Florida head coach Jose Fernandez joins the Basketball Podcast.to share insights on zone offense, relationships and practice.Fernandez has carved out a 25-year head coaching career at South Florida with multiple accolades. He is the program's all-time winningest coach, has claimed American Athletic Conference Coach of the Year honors twice in 2018 and 2021, and has led the Bulls to 10 NCAA Tournament appearances and secured four Conference Championships, including two Conference Tournament Championships (2020-21 & 2024-25) and two Regular Season Titles (2020-21 & 2022-23). Fernandez's influence extends beyond his program, as he is set to become the WBCA President from 2025-27. His coaching has produced nine WNBA Draft Picks and Signees, and twenty-four of his former players are competing professionally worldwide.Fernandez has also demonstrated success against top-tier competition, with twenty wins against top 25-ranked teams. He has also achieved considerable consistency, with fourteen straight nineteen-win seasons and twelve twenty-win seasons. During the 2024-25 season, he recorded his 485th career victory. Under his leadership, South Florida won the 2008-09 WNIT Championship, defeating the Kansas Jayhawks.Throughout his career, Fernandez has recruited and coached over forty all-conference players, two Associated Press Honorable Mention All-Americans, three members of the USF Athletics Hall of Fame, two AAC Players of the Year, two AAC Newcomers of the Year, four AAC Freshmen of the Year, one AAC Defensive Player of the Year, one AAC Most Improved Player, and seven WNBA draft picks. His contributions to the sport were further recognized with his induction into the Sports Club of Tampa Bay's Hall of Fame on June 8, 2022.This year Fernandez will return to USA Basketball for his second assistant coaching stint with USA Basketball as an assistant for the 2025 Women's U19 National Team. He previously served in the role for the 2024 Women's U18 National Team and was also a court coach at the 2018 USA Women's U18 National Team Trials.
The latest price moves and insights with Jennifer Sanasie and PayPal SVP of Blockchain Jose Fernandez da Ponte.To get the show every day, follow the podcast here.Jose Fernandez da Ponte, Senior Vice President of Blockchain at PayPal, joins CoinDesk to discuss the payment giant's new reward program with PYUSD. Plus, how they plan to expand the stablecoin business and bring more than 400 million customers to the crypto space.Jose Fernandez da Ponte will be joining CoinDesk at Consensus 2025 in Toronto from May 14-16. Get your tickets here: https://consensus2025.coindesk.com/This content should not be construed or relied upon as investment advice. It is for entertainment and general information purposes.-This episode was hosted by Jennifer Sanasie. “Markets Daily” is produced by Jennifer Sanasie and edited by Victor Chen.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
The latest price moves and insights with Jennifer Sanasie and PayPal SVP of Blockchain Jose Fernandez da Ponte.To get the show every day, follow the podcast here.Jose Fernandez da Ponte, Senior Vice President of Blockchain at PayPal, joins CoinDesk to discuss the payment giant's new reward program with PYUSD. Plus, how they plan to expand the stablecoin business and bring more than 400 million customers to the crypto space.Jose Fernandez da Ponte will be joining CoinDesk at Consensus 2025 in Toronto from May 14-16. Get your tickets here: https://consensus2025.coindesk.com/This content should not be construed or relied upon as investment advice. It is for entertainment and general information purposes.-This episode was hosted by Jennifer Sanasie. “Markets Daily” is produced by Jennifer Sanasie and edited by Victor Chen.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
Today's word of the day is ‘oops' as in oops they did it again as in the Houston Astros as in dominance as in don't write them off. They did it again. 7 division titles in 8 seasons. (3:50) The Oakland Athletics won in a walkoff last night. Last few game for the Athletics at the Coliseum. (8:20) The San Diego Padres clinched a playoff spot on a triple play! Never been done before! (12:10) Mets or Braves? Who is going to do it? (13:30) It's now been 8 years since we lost Jose Fernandez. (16:40) NPPOD. (19:05) So You Wanna Talk to Samson!? Someone asked me about the Pirates and Rowdy Tellez and what happened there. (30:40) Review: His Three Daughters. (32:50) This story about Matthew Sluka and UNLV is only the beginning. Walking away from an undefeated team because of some contract issues. Oh boy! (39:08) Reggie Bush has filed a lawsuit against the Pac-12, NCAA, and USC over past NIL money. (47:17) The Pac-12 is suing the Mountain West over poaching penalties. Love it. More lawsuits. More college athletics. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Today's word of the day is ‘oops' as in oops they did it again as in the Houston Astros as in dominance as in don't write them off. They did it again. 7 division titles in 8 seasons. (3:50) The Oakland Athletics won in a walkoff last night. Last few game for the Athletics at the Coliseum. (8:20) The San Diego Padres clinched a playoff spot on a triple play! Never been done before! (12:10) Mets or Braves? Who is going to do it? (13:30) It's now been 8 years since we lost Jose Fernandez. (16:40) NPPOD. (19:05) So You Wanna Talk to Samson!? Someone asked me about the Pirates and Rowdy Tellez and what happened there. (30:40) Review: His Three Daughters. (32:50) This story about Matthew Sluka and UNLV is only the beginning. Walking away from an undefeated team because of some contract issues. Oh boy! (39:08) Reggie Bush has filed a lawsuit against the Pac-12, NCAA, and USC over past NIL money. (47:17) The Pac-12 is suing the Mountain West over poaching penalties. Love it. More lawsuits. More college athletics. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices