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Happy Friday All Friends Edition of the Program!! It's JP's last day in for Beau. Big Ten Media Days are next week in Chicago. The SEC sure seems to be whining a lot about middle of the road football. Steve Sarkisian is talking about the pie of College Sports. Buckeye Fans are doing their part. 20 Most Interesting takes on Michigan State. Tim May, Doug Lesmerises, Matt Sheehan of Locked On Spartans, What's Up, What We Learned This Week, Thing or Not a Thing and 3 Thigns
Finishing up our conversation on What We Learned This Week! The List: Charles Huff, SEC Media Days; This or That: College Football Win Totals Edition!
Happy Thursday Edition of the Program!! Team USA advances to the Round of 16 at the World Cup. Zach Werenski and the CBJ agree to continue on together. Goalie Bob is heading to Toronto and the Celtics trade Jaylen Brown to the 76ers. The Best QR/RB duos in College Football this season. Frankie Hejduk, ESPN's Paul Finebaum, Doug Lesmerises, What's Up, Emails, Thing or Not a Thing, What We Learned This Week and 3 Things
Why Data Centers Are Becoming America's New Industrial Backbone w/ Tom Sullivan of Air2O - AZ TRT S07 EP09 (291) 6-14-2026 What We Learned This Week 1. AI Is Creating One of the Largest Infrastructure Booms in History The AI revolution isn't just software. It requires: physical buildings massive electrical systems cooling infrastructure energy innovation The data center buildout may become one of the biggest infrastructure projects ever undertaken. 2. Cooling Technology Is Becoming Just as Important as Computing Power The future winners in AI may not only be software companies. Engineering and thermal management firms could become critical infrastructure players. Cooling is no longer an afterthought: it's now central to AI scalability. 3. Arizona Is Quietly Becoming a Strategic Technology Hub Arizona's: land climate business environment power infrastructure are making it increasingly attractive for: semiconductors data centers advanced manufacturing Phoenix continues evolving into a major technology corridor. 4. Many Public Narratives Around Data Centers Are Outdated The perception that modern data centers waste massive amounts of water may no longer reflect reality. Modern facilities: increasingly use closed-loop systems focus on efficiency consume more electricity than water The real long-term challenge may actually be: grid power generation. 5. Nuclear Energy May Return Through AI Demand AI could accelerate adoption of: SMRs localized nuclear power next-generation energy systems Technology growth may revive public discussions around nuclear power in ways not seen in decades. Guest: Tom Sullivan, CEO & Co-Founder of Air2o LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/tom-sullivan-491706b4/ Bio: Tom is a seasoned leader with a diverse background, rooted in military service and later refined in the civilian sector. Commencing his professional journey in 2007 with enlistment in the British Army. Graduating from the Military College of Leadership & Development in Harrogate, he went on to pursue advanced studies in Electrical Engineering at the Military College of Electronic & Aeronautical Engineering. His operational deployments, spanning both peace and wartime roles, equipped him with invaluable experience. Tom served as a pivotal military liaison to civilian weapons development contractors, specializing in diverse missile platforms, including ground-to-air and ground-to-ground systems. Recognition for his exceptional service came as he was awarded a Commander's Commendation for his work on a mission-critical system and process development project he led in Afghanistan. Beyond the battlefield, Tom further underlined his pursuit of excellence and commitment to professional development by achieving accreditation by the Institute of Leadership and Management (ILM). In 2014, Tom brought his wealth of experience to the fledgling startup Air2O, joining the three-person company as the Operations and Project Management Lead. His role evolved, culminating in his appointment as Chief Operating Officer in 2020. In this capacity, Tom led a management team responsible for the development and implementation of foundational processes and routines, encompassing HR, recruitment, retention, IT management, Health and Safety, and Vendor management. Under Tom's operational guidance, Air2O witnessed substantial growth, expanding from a modest three-person team in 2014 to a multinational workforce of over 100 employees across four countries today. His initiatives included implementing modern Quality Management Systems (QMS) and Project Management (PM) techniques, culminating in the recent ISO 9001 company accreditation with zero non-conformances reported during external assessment. Website: https://air2o.com/ Air2O is a global leader in advanced thermal management solutions to the mission critical environments of Data Centers, Indoor Agriculture/Cultivation and large Industrial Facilities such as Lithium Battery and Semi-Conductor production globally. With custom build capabilities, a culture of creative engineers and an infrastructure to support the manufacture of the most innovative of solutions, Air2O aims to deliver the most efficient and optimal solutions for our clients globally. Air2O is an Eren Groupe company, a multi billion organization based in Luxembourg whose mission is to support innovative technological solutions in the fields of renewable energy production, energy conservation and energy storage. Together, we deliver a unique solution for highly efficient, ecologically sound thermal management systems that can be deployed cost-effectively in the most demanding environments. Our reach spans North America, EMEA, and Asia Pacific, emphasizing custom-engineered solutions prioritizing efficiency and sustainability. We stand proud as Arizona's exclusive low dew point HVACD system manufacturer. About Air20 Company Focus "Thermal Management Without Compromise" Industries served: data centers semiconductors pharmaceuticals healthcare lithium industry Growth Story 3 employees in 2017 150+ employees today rapid scaling after COVID fueled by VC and private equity investment Episode Theme The future of data centers, cooling technology, AI infrastructure, and why Arizona has become a major hub for next-generation digital infrastructure. Segment 1 — What Data Centers Really Are Core Concepts Data centers have existed for more than 30 years, but the explosion of: the Internet cloud computing smartphones AI has dramatically increased demand. Society now depends on massive amounts of digital infrastructure to support: computers cell phones cloud applications AI processing streaming business systems Tom Sullivan predicts that within a few years: 40–50% of the population may live within 5 miles of a data center. What a Data Center Looks Like Usually located in industrial areas Large buildings with few or no windows Inside are: server racks data halls GPUs backup batteries power systems cooling infrastructure The Biggest Challenge: Heat Servers consume enormous electricity and generate significant heat. Cooling systems can account for: roughly 30% of a data center's electricity usage. Evolution of Cooling Traditional Cooling Similar to a computer fan system Cool air pushed in, hot air pulled out Older facilities maintained temperatures around 72°F Modern Efficiency Newer facilities can safely operate in the 90°F range. Immersion Cooling Servers submerged in special cooling fluid (not water) Highly efficient but: expensive difficult to maintain operationally complex Direct-to-Chip Cooling Emerging next-generation solution Liquid cooling piped directly to processor chips More efficient and scalable for AI workloads Segment 2 — The AI Infrastructure Boom Why Cooling Matters More Now AI workloads require: far more computing power denser server environments advanced thermal management Cooling Technology Timeline Immersion cooling gained momentum around 2020 Direct-to-chip cooling accelerated around 2023 Historic Infrastructure Buildout Tom discussed the scale of current infrastructure spending: Estimated global data center infrastructure investment: $7 trillion Comparisons: 12x the U.S. roadway network cost 23x the Apollo moon mission cost Who Is Investing? Major technology companies are driving this expansion: Microsoft Amazon NVIDIA Investment areas include: data centers utilities energy construction AI infrastructure Air20 Company Background Origins Started in 2012 as a part-time engineering company Specialized in: thermal management data centers semiconductor facilities pharmaceuticals healthcare engineering Founder Background Tom Sullivan: former military electrical engineer 10 years military experience entrepreneur with deep engineering expertise Company Growth In 2017: connected with venture capital in Scottsdale moved operations to Arizona expanded manufacturing and engineering Current Capabilities Air20 now handles: engineering software programming manufacturing construction coordination Cooling systems can range from: $50,000 units to $1 million+ systems Private Equity Company was eventually acquired by private equity Significant scaling followed VC and PE investment Segment 3 — Why Arizona Became a Data Center Hub Arizona Advantages Tom explained why Arizona attracts major data center investment: Business Climate business-friendly environment attractive economics supportive infrastructure Geography flat land affordable real estate low natural disaster risk Climate predictable weather conditions strong operational reliability Debunking the "Water Usage" Myth A major discussion centered around misconceptions about data centers and water consumption. Historical Cooling Older evaporative cooling systems: used more water used less electricity Modern Systems Current systems: use more power use significantly less water Closed Loop Cooling Modern cooling systems circulate water through: sealed piping systems closed-loop infrastructure This minimizes water loss. Bigger Water Users Tom pointed out: electric generation plants steam turbines nuclear facilities often use far more water than data centers themselves. Massive Power Consumption Data centers now operate at unprecedented scale. Power progression: homes → kilowatts industrial → megawatts hyperscale data centers → gigawatt-level demand One comparison: A large data center can equal the energy usage of 833,000 homes. Future Energy Solutions Potential future solution: Small Modular Reactors (SMRs) compact nuclear reactors already proven in: submarines aircraft carriers Potential advantages: localized power generation reduced grid strain scalable infrastructure support Segment 4 — Nuclear Energy & The Future Nuclear Energy Perception Tom discussed how technology industries often face negative PR cycles. Modern Nuclear Technology According to Tom: nuclear technology has evolved significantly safety standards are dramatically improved waste is greatly reduced efficiency is far higher Small Modular Reactors (SMRs) SMRs are now: being tested deployed experimentally explored for powering data centers directly Benefits: smaller footprint scalable deployment less pressure on public grids reliable energy generation Key Point "The water usage myth is dead." Larger Theme Modern society increasingly depends on: digital infrastructure electricity AI computing cloud services The challenge is no longer whether we need data centers. The challenge is: how to power and cool them efficiently. Tech Topic: https://brt-show.libsyn.com/category/Tech-Startup-VC-Cybersecurity-Energy-Science Best of Tech: https://brt-show.libsyn.com/size/5/?search=best+of+tech 'Best Of' Topic: https://brt-show.libsyn.com/category/Best+of+BRT Thanks for Listening. Please Subscribe to the AZ TRT Podcast. AZ Tech Roundtable 2.0 with Matt Battaglia The show where Entrepreneurs, Top Executives, Founders, and Investors come to share insights about the future of business. AZ TRT 2.0 looks at the new trends in business, & how classic industries are evolving. 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Happy Friday Edition of the Program!! Beau's kids are out for the summer and we started thinking about the Best Last Day of School Movie. We're getting a Game 7 in the NBA. Julian Sayin talks on the offseason. RIP to a Columbus and Lacrosse Legend. The SEC Meetings have wrapped. MLB has proposed a salary cap and Fernando Tatis Jr loses in court. Clay Hall, ESPN's Paul Finebaum, Doug Lesmerises, What's Up, Thing or Not a Thing, What We Learned This Week and 3 Things
Niko Moreno joins Jeremiah for What We Learned This Week or more specifically What We Learned over this “first half” of the season. They discussed how the Sounders were over the course of the season leading up to this World Cup break the league is in. In their second segment the two talk about the transfer window and they hype around Cristian Roldan making the USMNT World Cup roster.Follow Niko Moreno on BlueSky and YouTube.Sponsor
Niko Moreno joins Jeremiah for What We Learned This Week or more specifically What We Learned over this “first half” of the season. They discussed how the Sounders were over the course of the season leading up to this World Cup break the league is in. In their second segment the two talk about the transfer window and they hype around Cristian Roldan making the USMNT World Cup roster.Follow Niko Moreno on BlueSky and YouTube.Sponsor
Happy Friday Edition of the Program!! JP is in for Ries again. Don't Be Late!! No NBA last night is silly. The NFL Schedule is out and they do not care about anybody else. We play the Browns and Bengals Schedule Game. Ryan Day says we have to worry about the future of CFB now. When we go to a 24 Team Playoff, how can we save the regular season. Players sitting out The Game....Tim May, Doug Lesmerises, What's Up, Thing or Not a Thing, What We Learned This Week and 3 Things
Happy Friday Edition of the Program!! Aliens are Real and they are Here. A window closing is tough for Sports Fans. The Cavs are in a 0-2 hole and it doesn't look good. Ohio State's Football Schedule is coming into focus. 50 Years of the Memorial Tournament. All of our College Postseasons are changing. We break down what a 24 team playoff would have looked like last year. Browns Rookie Mini-Camp gets underway today. Tim May, Doug Lesmerises, What's Up, Thing or Not a Thing, What We Learned This Week and 3 Things
Happy Friday Edition of the Program and Welcome to May!! With the Kentucky Derby this weekend some Traditional Major Sporting Events just hit different than they used to. We discuss the best One Off Sporting Events. Ross Bjork spoke with The Lantern on new ways to raise/generate money for Ohio State Athletics and it seems a lot of it is falling on the fans. The Hawks laid an egg and McDavid is out. The Big Ten has been dominating the SEC. The next Indiana. Maybe a Super Bowl isn't coming to Cleveland with the new stadium. Tim May, Doug Lesmerises, What's Up, Thing or Not a Thing, What We Learned This Week and 3 Things
Happy Friday Edition of the Program!! Round 1 of the NFL Draft was last night. Reaction on where the Buckeyes went and what the Browns did. We discuss the picks that we liked and didn't like. We preview what could happen tonight in rounds 2 and 3. The Big Ten continued it's dominance. There were multiple ways to consume the draft and we all chose a different option. Tim May, Doug Lesmerises, What's Up, Thing or Not a Thing, What We Learned This Week and 3 Things
Happy Friday Edition of the Program!! Hope Springs Eternal!! The Ohio State Spring Game is tomorrow. What we want to see from the game, the offense and the defense. Some Spring Game Memories. The NCAA is listening to this show and we were right all along. A 100 Million Dollar CFB Roster...Cleveland Cavaliers Radio Voice Tim Alcorn, Tim May, Doug Lesmerises, What's Up, Thing or Not a Thing, What We Learned This Week and 3 Things
Happy Friday Edition of the Program!! It was a must win for the CBJ and they didn't show. It's a Huge day for Sports in Ohio as the Aviators and Guardians have their home openers. The Final 4 is here. Conference Title games are cooked. Texas Tech is not happy with a Friday Night Game for Fox and they are fighting back. James Laurinaitis and the OSU Linebackers. Clayton Sayfie of thewolverine.com, Tim May, Doug Lesmerises, What's Up, Thing or Not a Thing, What We Learned This Week and 3 Things
Happy Friday Edition of the Program!! Leave 10TV alone when it comes to weather coverage, they have to do it. The Sweet 16 got underway with 2 gems and 2 duds. The rest is tonight. The CBJ fall in Montreal. Matt Patricia spoke to the media on Year 2. New Buckeye James Smith had some tough words for the SEC. The Browns are trading Myles Garrett....Curt Cignetti is enjoying being on top of the mountain. Tim May, Doug Lesmerises, What's Up, Thing or Not a Thing, What We Learned This Week and 3 Things
Happy Friday Edition of the Program!! Sonny and Arvell stole the show at the NFL Combine. It sure looks now that OSU will have 4 drafted in the Top 10. College Leaders are going to meet at the White House to try to fix College Sports. CBJ with a tough loss in Boston. Offseason plans for the Browns and Bengals. Buckeye Hoops has a huge Sunday ahead of them. Tim May, Doug Lesmerises, What's Up, Thing or Not a Thing, What We Learned This Week and 3 Things
Happy Friday Edition of the Program!! Bobby Carpenter is in for Beau. We start it off talking about Travel Stories with Beau on his way to California. We get into the Olympics and Hockey with Team USA winning their opener. The NCAA is handed another loss in the Courts. We'll talk about Trinidad Chambliss being granted another year of eligibility. Ohio State has announced the coaches that will be speaking at their Coaching Clinic and it could be a good thing. Sanity could possibly prevail in CFB after all. The Big Ten won't let go of the 24 Team Playoff. Apathy is a killer in the NIL era. Miami University Head Basketball Coach Travis Steele, Doug Lesmerises, What's Up, Thing or Not a Thing, What We Learned This Week and 3 Things
Happy Friday Edition of the Program!! It is cold!!!! The Game has changed. College Football Futures. Sports Brands that need to return. Caleb Downs and Carnell Tate say they would beat Indiana if they got the Hoosiers again. Emmanuel Acho with maybe the dumbest take ever. Shelley Time with Jody Shelley, Tim May, Doug Lesmerises, What's Up, Thing or Not a Thing, What We Learned This Week and 3 Things
Happy Friday Edition of the Program!! Snowmageddon is coming....The NFL is King. The National Championship ratings were pretty good too. Ohio State Basketball with a big primetime game against TTUN tonight. The Bowness Bump is Back for the CBJ. The CFP is staying at 12 for 26 but there will be a slight tweak. We hope that the Buckeyes can keep Matt Patricia. We play the time slot game with the OSU Football Schedule. Championship Weekend in the NFL is Upon us. Tim May, Doug Lesmerises, What's up, Thing or Not a Thing, What We Learned This Week and 3 Things
Happy Friday Edition of the Program!! The School Drop Off line is going to force Beau to get the Boys moving earlier. Ohio State is using the SEC as a Farm System. The latest on Ohio State's Portalling and where the roster stands. The Jackets are on a 3 game winning streak. The Dodgers continue to spend big amounts of money. Our Way Too Early College Football Top 5 for next season. We preview the NFL Conference Semi-Finals. Tim May, Doug Lesmerises, What's Up, Thing or Not a Thing, What We Learned This Week and 3 Things
Happy Friday Edition of the Program!! The U is back and it was ugly. Michael Irvin is out of control. The latest on the transfer portal for OSU and the rest of the country. All eyes on the Ducks and Hoosiers now. The SEC is DEAD. We preview the NFL Wild Card Weekend. Jacob Goins of Locked on Hoosiers, Tim May, Doug Lesmerises, What's Up, Thing or Not a Thing, What We Learned This Week and 3 Things
Pickelball & the Growth of Sports Enterprises & Investment w/ Evan Floersch of the Texas Ranchers Pickleball Team - AZ TRT S06 EP21 (283) 11-23-2025 What We Learned This Week: 1. Pickleball is now fully professionalized with a unified league structure. The merger of PPA + MLP created a stable, closed league system with real team economics, structured seasons, and national distribution. 2. Media partnerships are accelerating the sport's visibility. Pickleball now has a dedicated channel, plus national TV exposure on CBS and Fox—putting it in the same conversation as traditional sports. 3. Austin is becoming a major sports & tech hub fueling this growth. With Meta, Apple, Oracle, UT Austin, F1, MLS, and huge tourism, Austin is the perfect environment for emerging sports franchises. 4. Sports franchises are now a serious investment class—not a vanity asset. Private equity has poured $30B into sports recently. Firms like Permian aim to operate teams professionally, build value, and own multiple franchises across leagues. 5. The big opportunity is not just the sport—it's the stadium & real estate ecosystem. Sports districts (like The Battery or Wrigleyville) generate tens of millions by combining sports, entertainment, dining, hotels, concerts, and tourism. Pickleball could follow this playbook. Guest: Evan Floersch– co owner Texas Ranchers Evan Floersch is on a mission to redefine sports, starting with the 2 billion dollar professional pickleball industry as an entrepreneur, investor, and champion of change leading with a dynamic and forward-thinking passion. As the founder and CEO of the premier Texas Ranchers Major League Pickleball Team, he is transforming the industry while positioning Austin as a major sports hub integrating his passion for the city's thriving cultural arts and future tech scene. In 2022, at just 26 years old, he made history as the youngest principal owner in sports by acquiring a controlling interest in the Texas Ranchers Major League Pickleball Team. Partnering with high-profile investors such as Lil Wayne, Scottie Scheffler, Kendra Scott, and NBA owner Dennis Wong, Evan is on a mission to turn the Ranchers into a global sports powerhouse. His long-term vision extends beyond pickleball—he has publicly committed the next phase of his career to elevating Austin, Texas, into one of the world's premier sports and entertainment markets. With its booming population, tech-driven economy, and untapped potential for championship-winning franchises, Evan sees Austin as the perfect city to build a lasting sports legacy. A former All-American soccer player at Emory University, Evan's passion for competition and strategy extends to the pickleball court, where he plays regularly to better understand the game's evolution. While he grew up surrounded by Chicago sports, his true inspiration comes from those who have built or guided industry-defining companies, with books like Shoe Dog, The Innovator's Dilemma, The War of Art, and Relentless shaping his perspective on leadership, risk-taking, and disruption. Evan is an avid pickleball player and enjoys the fun and competitive aspect of America's fastest growing sport. "Like great companies, a great sports organization isn't built by following the rules. It's built by questioning them, pushing past them, and creating something entirely new. The Texas Ranchers, and future sports franchises we helm in Texas, will win because we see beyond what sports are on the court or field." - Evan Floersch, Founder and CEO Texas Ranchers | Official Home of the Major League Pickleball Team Texas Ranchers: A New Era of Sports Ownership & Global Fan Engagement Who is the most valued high grossing sports franchise? I bet you didn't guess professional pickleball did you? With pickleball exploding into a $2 billion industry and viewership surpassing major professional leagues, the Texas Ranchers are at the forefront of this revolution. By leveraging their brand authority and expansive network, they are attracting exceptional opportunities, captivating fans worldwide, and redefining what it means to be part of a professional sports franchise. The Texas Ranchers Major League Pickleball Team is proving that ownership isn't just for high wealth individual ownership—it's a collective force driven by business leaders, entertainment icons, and sports enthusiasts. By bringing together a powerhouse network of investors—including Lil Wayne, Scottie Scheffler, Kendra Scott, and NBA owner Dennis Wong—the Ranchers are revolutionizing franchise ownership, making it more dynamic, engaging, and accessible. The Texas Ranchers aren't just the most followed franchise in Major League Pickleball—they're the highest-grossing and one of the most marketable brands in the sport. With top-tier talent, including men's and women's pro players like Christian Alshon and Tina Pisnik, the team is fueling a movement that extends far beyond the court. "We are creating something bigger than a sports team. The Texas Ranchers represent a global brand, powered by diverse leaders in sports, business, and entertainment. Our goal is to redefine sports ownership and elevate pickleball as a premier professional sport." – Evan Floersch, Co-Founder & CEO The Texas Ranchers' Pillars for Success The Texas Ranchers are built on a foundation of excellence, innovation, and inclusivity—three pillars that drive the team's success both on and off the court: Democratizing Ownership – Unlike traditional sports teams, the Ranchers have created a model where ownership is a shared vision, uniting top minds from sports, business, and entertainment to amplify reach and influence. Elevating the Sport – The Ranchers are committed to advancing pickleball into a premier professional sport, with top-tier athletes, world-class coaching, and high-performance training. Building a Fan-First Experience – Through innovative media partnerships, interactive events, and digital engagement, the Ranchers are revolutionizing how fans experience pickleball. This includes using the latest in online social and AI community building tools and brand curation. Investing in Players and Women's Sports – With top shot male players Christian Alshon and Michael Lloyd and women pros Etta Wright and Tina Pisnik–the team is leading the charge in offering diversity and equity in the team. The Ranchers are ensuring that female athletes have the same spotlight as the male counterparts. Expanding Global Reach – With a focus on international expansion, the Ranchers are growing pickleball's footprint worldwide, attracting new fans, players, and markets. Lil Wayne — co-owner of the Texas Ranchers MLP pickleball team drops his first official fan-gear collection. From $14 to $85, the line delivers bold, game-day style for any pickleball lover. Great stocking-stuffers, everyday wear, and court-ready accessories. "I've always believed creativity doesn't belong to one lane. I love the opportunity to express what I can create beyond music. I hope everyone sees the Wayne in this collection. And, I hope people in the pickleball community see the Ranchers in it, too. Together, we're evolving the game and working to bring new audiences into it. This collection represents that mindset." Lil Wayne Shop the full collection at Lil Wayne Collection Photos of Texas Ranchers MLPs and Texas Ranchers Juniors wearing collection Show Notes: SEGMENT 1 — Pickleball & League Structure History & Origins Pickleball began in 1965. Modern league landscape: Connor launched the PPA (Professional Pickleball Association) Steve Kuhn launched MLP (Major League Pickleball) PPA & MLP have since merged. League Format Team-based structure 23 teams total Roster: 2 men, 2 women, plus 2 reserves Premier level: 1 male + 1 female draft slot 7 teams in Challenger league Closed league → No relegation or promotion like European soccer. Season & Competition HQ in Austin 2025 season: May → September 25 matches, 3 points per win Playoffs: quarterfinals → semifinals → finals Teams spread across U.S.: Dallas, NY, Brooklyn, NJ, Chicago, 2 in CA, 2 in FL Operations Hybrid expense structure Auction-style draft Teams bid on players Player drops, trades 3-year rights retention Allowed to drop one player per year SEGMENT 2 — Media, Background, & Market Context Media Distribution Pickleball TV on Amazon Prime + YouTube Matches also aired on CBS and Fox Sports Guest Background Former athlete (soccer player), originally from Chicago Tech & e-commerce startup out of college → exited Worked in men's health publishing Later shifted to sports; settled in Austin, TX Austin Market Advantages Tech hub: Apple, Meta, Oracle HQ move UT Austin, Austin FC MLS team Strong tourism + events: F1, ACL, SXSW Pickleball court basics: smaller than tennis, includes the Kitchen Broader Vision Cultural momentum for pickleball Potential global expansion and Olympic inclusion someday SEGMENT 3 — Sports as an Asset Class & Permian Sports Investments Sports Ownership Trends Private equity now active in major leagues including the NFL $30 billion invested in pro sports in recent years Sports teams seen as assets—not just trophies—now more professionalized Permian Sports Investments Focused in Texas Operates as a holding company with investors (GP/LP structure) Vision: own & operate teams; expand into: NFL, NBA, MLB, NHL MLS and Formula One Goal: deliver equity appreciation + revitalize stale franchises Early-stage, but attracting celebrity & athlete investors Team facility: Austin Pickleball Ranch (2,000 seats) SEGMENT 4 — Sports, Real Estate & Stadium Economics Sports as an Economic Engine Stadiums attract traffic, dining, entertainment, tourism Sports = "event economy" → People come early, stay late (5–6 hours total) Stadium & District Development Vision to build 8–12k seat stadium Sponsorships Multi-purpose events to reduce costs Real estate opportunity similar to: Wrigleyville (Chicago) The Battery (Atlanta) → $65M/year revenue Sports Digital & Physical Ecosystem Districts support: Restaurants, hotels, rideshare Entertainment venues (TopGolf, theaters, event spaces) MLP Tour comes to Austin once per year 6 teams compete over a weekend Draws meaningful tourism traffic If you enjoyed this show, you may like: BRT Sports: HERE BRT Marketing: HERE BRT Business: HERE More - BRT Best of: https://brt-show.libsyn.com/category/Best+Of Thanks for Listening. 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What We Learned This Week meets up earlier than usual to discuss the recent signing of Federal Way native Hassani Dotson, formerly with Minnesota United. Jeff Reuter (Five Asides, Total Soccer Show's MLS Weekly) joins Niko and Jeremiah to talk about what Dotson could bring to the Sounders. They also talk about Tacoma Defiance's new head coach and possibly dropping news about a former Sounder being offered an assistant role?Follow Niko Moreno on BlueSky and YouTube. Follow Jeff Reuter on BlueSky.Sponsor
What We Learned This Week meets up earlier than usual to discuss the recent signing of Federal Way native Hassani Dotson, formerly with Minnesota United. Jeff Reuter (Five Asides, Total Soccer Show's MLS Weekly) joins Niko and Jeremiah to talk about what Dotson could bring to the Sounders. They also talk about Tacoma Defiance's new head coach and possibly dropping news about a former Sounder being offered an assistant role?Follow Niko Moreno on BlueSky and YouTube. Follow Jeff Reuter on BlueSky.Sponsor
Niko joins Jeremiah for what they were calling the “last What We Learned This Week” for the year because today's press conference was probably the last real information for the rest of 2025. The guys discussed said press conference which was aimed at addressing the current state of the Sounders' roster. They talk about how they think the team is set up going into the 2026 campaign and what they believe will be their best opportunities for improvement.Sponsor
Niko joins Jeremiah for what they were calling the “last What We Learned This Week” for the year because today's press conference was probably the last real information for the rest of 2025. The guys discussed said press conference which was aimed at addressing the current state of the Sounders' roster. They talk about how they think the team is set up going into the 2026 campaign and what they believe will be their best opportunities for improvement.Sponsor
Niko and Jeremiah with What We Learned This Week; The big topic was how the Sounders looked in training this week ahead of Game 3 vs. Minnesota. A bit of confidence showed after getting the proverbial monkey off their back with that 4-goal outburst in Game 2. Then the guys look at the bigger playoff picture and what that means for Seattle if they should advance after Saturday's match.Sponsor
Niko and Jeremiah with What We Learned This Week; The big topic was how the Sounders looked in training this week ahead of Game 3 vs. Minnesota. A bit of confidence showed after getting the proverbial monkey off their back with that 4-goal outburst in Game 2. Then the guys look at the bigger playoff picture and what that means for Seattle if they should advance after Saturday's match.Sponsor
Niko and Jeremiah cover quite a bit of ground in this episode of What We Learned This Week. With the playoffs looming they share injury updates on Alex Roldan, Yeimar, Ryan Kent and Pedro de la Vega. The guys offer what they know regarding contract talks for Obed Vargas and Paul Rothrock which may not be as much you had hoped for. All of this leads into a preview of the Minnesota United matchup and Niko shares his overall playoff bracket.Follow Niko Moreno on BlueSky and YouTube.Sponsor
Niko and Jeremiah cover quite a bit of ground in this episode of What We Learned This Week. With the playoffs looming they share injury updates on Alex Roldan, Yeimar, Ryan Kent and Pedro de la Vega. The guys offer what they know regarding contract talks for Obed Vargas and Paul Rothrock which may not be as much you had hoped for. All of this leads into a preview of the Minnesota United matchup and Niko shares his overall playoff bracket.Follow Niko Moreno on BlueSky and YouTube.Sponsor
Inter Miami may be led by Leo Messi and the “Barca Boys”, but given the level of competition the Sounders have faced this year there's no reason they should be intimidated. The Sounders have been playing as well as anyone in North America over the past couple of months and will be at home.To discuss the game, Jeremiah and Niko are joined by Sounder at Heart's Tim Foss for this week's episode of What We Learned This Week.Follow Niko Moreno on BlueSky and YouTube. Follow Tim Foss on BlueSky.Sponsor
Inter Miami may be led by Leo Messi and the “Barca Boys”, but given the level of competition the Sounders have faced this year there's no reason they should be intimidated. The Sounders have been playing as well as anyone in North America over the past couple of months and will be at home.To discuss the game, Jeremiah and Niko are joined by Sounder at Heart's Tim Foss for this week's episode of What We Learned This Week.Follow Niko Moreno on BlueSky and YouTube. Follow Tim Foss on BlueSky.Sponsor
Happy Friday Edition of the Program!! 8 Days away from Ohio State-Texas and Friday Night Lights officially here!! We'll get an update on the upcoming High School Football season. NFL Two-A-Days takes us to the AFC North and the Cleveland Browns and Baltimore Ravens. The Browns and Bengals let us know what they are doing for their final preseason games. The SEC is going to 9 conference games. Doug Lesmeries, Tim May, Jon Alfano lead writer for Ravens on SI, What's Up, What We Learned This Week, Thing or Not a Thing and 3 Things
Happy Friday Edition of the Program!! NFL Two-A-Days takes us to the NFC North and the Chicago Bears and Detroit Lions. The NFL is officially here as the Bengals played last night and the Browns go tonight. What can we expect from Sheduer as he gets the start...Ryan Day wants to have a starting QB by next week. Some pretty big injuries in the NFL yesterday. Jeff Hogan is returning to 10TV and he joined us in studio, Doug Lesmeries, Matt Dery, What's Up, What We Learned This Week, Thing or Not a Thing and 3 Things
Happy Friday edition of the program! Tim May is in for Beau. 20 Most Interesting takes us to Texas where we dive into the Longhorns Football team. TJ Watt got paid, so does this make the asking price for Trey Hendrickson go up? Missouri Head Coach Eli Drinkwitz pitched an idea for the College Football Playoff. We hear from Ryan Day, and he gave some comments on the QB situation at Ohio State. ESPN's Paul Finebaum, Anwar Richardson of OrangeBloods.com, What's up, What We Learned This Week, Thing or not a Thing and 3 Things
Happy Friday edition of the program! An All Friends edition to finish out the week. 20 Most Interesting takes us to Death Valley and Dabo Swinney's team at Clemson. The NCAA Basketball Committee left this week's meetings with no decision on potential expansion of the NCAA Tournament, and we break down those details. NIL Go is not going well. The price to watch Cooper Flagg and Bronny James would've cost you a good chunk of change. Doug Lesmerises of the Kings of the North podcast, the Voice of the Clemson Tigers Don Munson, What's up, What We Learned This Week, Thing or not a Thing, Your Officially Endorsed and 3 Things
Happy Friday Edition of the Program! The NHL Draft is tonight and we are very excited for the moves the Blue Jackets could make. Aaron Portzline covers the team for the Athletic and he talked about the potential deals the CBJ could make. Todd McShay loves Caleb Downs. Plus, What We Learned This Week and Three Things!
Happy Friday Edition of the Program!! Weather has driven us back in the studio but it isn't stopping round 2 of the Memorial. The Stanley Cup Finals are set but not yet in the NBA. Ohio State released game times for their first three games of the season. Ross Bjork and Fox chimed in on Texas being Big Noon. Justin Fields might have a career year. a 5 + 11 model CFB Playoff is gaining Steam. Dom Tiberi, Tim May, Doug Lesmeries, What's Up, Thing or Not a Thing, What We Learned This Week and 3 Things
Happy Getaway Friday Edition of the Program!! With Mission Impossible 8 opening last night we take a look at 40 years of Tom Cruise. A couple of blowouts in Sports last night. Buckeye Hoops miss out on a Big Time Transfer Target. The CFP is going to go with straight seeding. R.I.P Around the Horn. Texas is the villain. The Top 25 College Football Games of the 2000's. OSU is #1 in SP+ rankings. Tim May, Doug Lesmeries, What's Up, Thing or Not a Thing, What We Learned This Week and 3 Things
Happy Friday Edition of the Program!! Beau has receipts!! High Bank continues to be the best!! CFB continues to head towards an NFL model. We'll catch you up on the PGA Championship and Scottie Scheffler isn't happy. Charles Woodson is set to become a minority owner of the Browns. It got us thinking about the coolest Ohioans of all time. Caleb Williams was thinking of going to the UFL instead of playing for the Bears. Beau has had enough of the Bill Belichick story. Kirby Smart is looking for a certain type of player. Tim May, Doug Lesmeries, What's Up, Thing or Not a Thing, What We Learned This Week and 3 Things
Happy Friday Edition of the Program!! Nothing is Worth anything anymore. It was a big night in the NBA and Stanley Cup Playoffs last night. Ryan Day defended the way they built the roster last season. Cavs-Pacers gets underway Sunday. With the Kentucky Derby this weekend we discuss one off sporting events. The new path for QB's. Sports are winning. ESPN's Paul Finebaum, Doug Lesmeries, What's Up, Thing or Not a Thing, What We Learned This Week and 3 Things
Happy Good Friday Edition of the Program!! Beau had a morning this morning. The Jackets ended the season on a high note. Aaron Rodgers had some interesting comments on the Pat McAfee Show. Andrew Berry had a pre draft availability yesterday. The latest Portal News. Kyle McCord was on Gruden's QB Camp. Aaron Portzline, Tim May, Doug Lesmeries, What's Up, Thing or Not a Thing, What We Learned This Week and 3 Things
Happy Friday Edition of the Program!! All Friends Edition with Rieser, Baker and Cole. The Sweet 16 was on fire last night!! Offense was a plenty. John Mobley Jr isn't going anywhere!! MLB is back but their TV streams weren't ready for it....Chipotle made quite the stir in Cleveland yesterday. Colorado and Syracuse are one step closer to a Spring Game with each other. Hear from James Laurinatis, Keenan Bailey and their position rooms. The latest on who might be on Ohio State's portal radar. Reds and Bengals talk with Mike Petraglia, Tim May, Shelley Time with Jody Shelley, What's Up, Thing or Not a Thing, What We Learned This Week and 3 Things
This week's episode brought to you by Indy Wrestling US, Slice on Broadway, Sidekick Media Services and listeners like you at www.Patreon.com/WrestlingMayhemShow This week on the Wrestling Mayhem Show, hosts Sorg and Rizz are joined by 880 Hardcore Champion Dior Castro for a jam-packed episode covering pro wrestling's hottest topics, from AEW's latest spectacle to underground hardcore action and beyond! Topics Covered: •
This week's episode brought to you by Indy Wrestling US, Slice on Broadway, Sidekick Media Services and listeners like you at www.Patreon.com/WrestlingMayhemShow This week on the Wrestling Mayhem Show, hosts Sorg and Rizz are joined by 880 Hardcore Champion Dior Castro for a jam-packed episode covering pro wrestling's hottest topics, from AEW's latest spectacle to underground hardcore action and beyond! Topics Covered: •
This week's episode brought to you by Indy Wrestling US, Slice on Broadway, Sidekick Media Services and listeners like you at www.Patreon.com/WrestlingMayhemShow This week on the Wrestling Mayhem Show, hosts Sorg and Rizz are joined by 880 Hardcore Champion Dior Castro for a jam-packed episode covering pro wrestling's hottest topics, from AEW's latest spectacle to underground hardcore action and beyond! Topics Covered: •
Happy Friday Edition of the Program!! Ryan Day and the Ohio State assistant coaches are speaking today. Trey Hendrickson wants out of Cincinnati. The CBJ have dropped two in a row. Big Hoops weekend for both Buckeye Basketball Teams. Aaron Portzline on the NHL Trade Deadline, Tim May, What's Up, Thing or Not a Thing, What We Learned This Week and 3 Things
Happy Friday Edition of the Program!! It was almost perfect...The 4 Nations Tournament was great!! And so was Zach Werenski!! Very bad night for Buckeye Hoops. Brian Hartline was on the Bobby Carpenter Show. Wemby is done for the season. MLB is done on ESPN. Ross Bjork is in favor of expanding the CFP, Aaron Portzline, Tim May, Doug Lesmeries, What's Up, Thing or Not a Thing, What We Learned This Week and 3 Things
Happy Friday!! There are parts of College Football that are a mess right now. Ohio State's Football Program is worth 2 Billion Dollars. Jackets lose but OSU Women get a big win over Maryland. Cody Simon was on Morning Juice this morning and Will Howard was on Pat McAfee. The North has taken over College Football but for how long...It's Championship Weekend in the NFL. What's Up, Thing or Not a Thing, What We Learned This Week, Tim May from Vegas, Bill Bender and 3 Things
Happy Friday Edition!! Timmy Hall, Tyvis and Baker in today. Tyvis is Un-American with his 4th of July plate. Emeka Egbuka is really good. College Football Dynamic Duos. Could CJ Stroud end up being the face of the NFL...Dak Prescott in a walking boot. J Ram is the man. You can have the record heat. Plus, What's Up, Thing or Not a Thing, What We Learned This Week and Three Things
All Friends Edition as Beau is on his way to Illinois...Bronny is officially a Laker. The NFL actually lost in court. EA Sports thinks OSU has the best defense in the country. The Big East has a new Media Rights deal. Tim May stops by to talk Buckeyes. Thing or Not A Thing. What We Learned This Week. The 1st Round of the NHL Draft is tonight and the CBJ could be active. A lot of former Buckeyes will be playing for other college teams this year. Three Things
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