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Scott Soshnick, Michael Barr and Eben Novy-Williams discuss a host of issues related to the business of sports, including how the National Hockey League's Carolina Hurricanes are responding to the criticism of Hockey Night in Canada announcer Don Cherry. The analyst called the players ``a bunch of jerks'' for their post-game celebrations that began with the team skating down the ice and slamming into the glass. Traditionally, teams would gather at center ice and raise their sticks. The team's celebrations have included a Viking clap, and a simulated bowling game, a limbo line and duck, duck, goose.  Also discussed is Major League Baseball's deal with Sportradar, which is providing the league's official data to betting houses. Also talked about is baseball's deal with the Atlantic League, which will experiment with rules changes that might include robot umpires. 

Hosts: Scott Soshnick, Michael Barr and Eben Novy-WilliamsProducer: Madena Parwana

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Join hosts Michael Barr and Scarlet Fu as they discuss pro golf star Brooks Koepka's decision to leave the PGA Tour to join the LIV Golf Invitational Series, the latest on Cleveland Brown's quarterback DeShaun Watson's allegations, and Tampa Bay Buccaneers star tight end Rob Gronkowski's retirement announcement.

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A new Saudi-backed professional golf league that seeks to rival the PGA Tour is drawing interest from streaming services, and Todd Boehly, the U.S. dealmaker planning a takeover of Chelsea Football Club, has added some PR and advisory muscle to his consortium bidding for the west London team. Michael Barr, Scarlet Fu, and Mike Lynch get the details with Gerry Smith, Bloomberg News Media Reporter, and David Hellier, Bloomberg U.K. Business Reporter. All that and more on this weekend edition of Bloomberg Business of Sports.

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As the US Open heats up, host Damian Sassower welcomes Bloomberg Economics editor Molly Smith, as well as special guest hosts Jason Kelly and Vanessa Perdomo of Bloomberg Originals. The team digs into Molly's story on the the next generation of female players that are helping the sport grow following the retirement of Serena Williams. They also discuss the unrest surrounding Spanish soccer in the wake of Royal Spanish Football Federation president Luis Rubiales forcibly kissing player Jenni Hermoso during the on-field celebration of their Women's World Cup victory.

Scarlet Fu and Damian then speak with WagerWire co-founder and CEO Zach Doctor and Prophet Exchange CEO Dean Sisun to learn about how their two firms are creating a new experience in the sports gaming industry, by allowing users to take control of the action beyond placing bets. 

Plus, a quick look ahead to the upcoming NFL regular season and the heightened expectations with the New York Jets and their new star quarterback, Aaron Rodgers. 

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New England Patriots President Jonathan Kraft talks about the business of the National Football League, including whether owners are concerned about declining television ratings. The chairman of the league's digital committee, Kraft discusses how Amazon, Facebook, Yahoo, Twitter and other companies are disrupting the traditional media model and what it means for the bottom line. The son of Robert Kraft also talks about working the early shift, NFL Commissioner Roger Goodell, and the growth potential of Major League Soccer. 

Jonathan Kraft is president of the Kraft Group, the holding company that includes the NFL's Patriots and MLS's Revolution. As president of the football team, he oversees the management and strategic planning of each department. He also works with his father to represent the Patriots in all league matters and serves on multiple owner committees. 

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Jason Kelly, Rich Trueman, and Damian Sassower reflect on week 2 of NFL action, and look ahead to week 3. Check out Rich’s fantasy football column every Thursday on the Bloomberg Terminal.

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Jason Kelly, Michael Barr and Mike Lynch discuss the biggest stories this week in the Business of Sports. On today’s podcast, the trio discusses the new NBA Playoff format, the WNBA’s 25th Anniversary and the booming business of sports collectibles.

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Tony Reagins, MLB Chief Baseball Development Officer, joins Jason Kelly, Michael Barr, and Mike Lynch to discuss the economics behind the access to youth sports, the legacy of Jackie Robinson and his impact on professional sports and society at large, and the league's decision to move the 2021 All-Star Game out of Atlanta in response to a new Georgia voting law.

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Scott Soshnick and Michael Barr discuss a host of issues related to the business of sports, including the NCAA, under growing pressure from California and other states, taking a step toward letting student-athletes benefit from use of their name, image and likeness. The board of the governing body for college sports voted unanimously to have its three divisions consider bylaw and policy changes that let students market themselves. The board set a deadline of January 2021 for changing the rules. The announcement came about a month after California's governor signed a bill that makes it easier for athletes at schools in the state to profit from their image. Also talked about is Tiger Woods's most recent PGA tour victory -- career No. 82 -- and the host of entities that benefit when he's winning. And also discussed is the apology issued by Houston Astros owner Jim Crane to a Sports Illustrated reporter.

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Bloomberg business of sports reporter Eben Novy-Williams joins Michael Barr and Scott Soshnick for a discussion of the week's biggest sports business stories, including news from the Super Bowl-bound New England Patriots. The AFC Champions on Jan. 29 will launch the ``Not Done Network,'' which is a 24-hour video stream from Minneapolis, site of the Super Bowl. The network will be available on several platforms, including the team's website, app and YouTube page. We also discuss Vince McMahon's second attempt at a professional football league after the XFL, which lasted just one season before folding. The venture is being funded through McMahon's personal investment vehicle, Alpha Entertainment. Also discussed are the financial implications of the USA Gymnastics sex abuse scandal, David Beckham's soccer team in Miami and what the NBA's framework for legalized sports betting looks like. 

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John Textor is looking transform the landscape of global football. Over the past year, he's acquired stakes in soccer teams from London to Rio de Janeiro. So why is he building this football empire? Bloomberg's David Hellier joins Scarlet Fu and Michael Barr to explain on today's Bloomberg Business of Sports podcast.

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Bill Hancock is the first executive director of the College Football Playoff, a four-team format that was created in 2012 as a way to crown a champion that's determined on the field and not by polls. Hancock discusses the business behind this year's championship match-up, an all-Southeastern Conference affair between the University of Georgia and the University of Alabama, the third and fourth seeds, respectively. The game is scheduled for Jan. 8 at Mercedes-Benz Stadium in Atlanta. Hancock also discusses the media contracts and sponsorship that drive the revenue of college athletics, and whether there's a widening gap between the marquee programs in the so-called Power 5 conferences and the others.  

Hancock was the first full-time director of the NCAA Final Four, the first executive director of the Bowl Championship Series and, currently, the first executive director of the College Football Playoff. He led the conference commissioners and university presidents in creating the playoff. He spent 16 years with the NCAA Division I Men's Basketball Championship, 13 as its director. He's also served on the U.S. Olympic Committee staff at 12 Olympics

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Scott Soshnick, Michael Barr and Eben Novy-Williams discuss a host of issues related to the business of sports, including LA 2028 and the USOC's hiring of Legends (owned in part by the New York Yankees and Dallas Cowboys) to sell some $2.5 billion in corporate sponsorship. They also talk about the brewing feud between the family of Denver Broncos owner Pat Bowlen and the trust running the team. Bill Bowlen, the brother of Pat, is asking a Colorado court to remove the three members of a trust that is running the club while his brother battles Alzheimer's. Also discussed is Epic Games Inc.'s $1.25 billion investment round from a coalition that includes KKR, Vulcan and Kleiner Perkins. 

Host: Scott Soshnick, Eben Novy-Williams and Michael Barr 

Producer: Madena Parwana

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Tomorrow is the start of week 4 in the NFL season.

Now with the first positive tests since the season started with the Minnesota Vikings and Tennessee Titans.

Teams have suspended activities until Saturday.

How will this affect your season and how you position players?

Not too mention the major injures that are still ravaging through the league.

Oh and wait until you hear the major trade Rich pulled off in his league.

And don’t forget to catch his weekly fantasy football column that comes out every Thursday this season on the terminal.

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Scott Soshnick, Eben Novy-Williams and Michael Barr discuss a host of issues related to the business of sports, including what Duke basketball’s home-court loss to Stephen F. Austin says about the business of college basketball. Duke generates about $36 million in revenue from hoops, while Stephen F. Austin brings in less than $2 million. The loss snapped the Blue Devils’ 150-game non-conference home winning streak. Also discussed is Silver Lake’s $500 million investment in English soccer team Manchester City, which was valued at $4.8 billion in the deal. The private equity firm bought 10% of the club controlled by Abu Dhabi’s royal family. And also talked about is Fox Sports selling out of its Super Bowl commercial inventory. Prices for the 30-second spots went for as much as $5.6 million.

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Nearly two months ago the NBA returned to play, and after a busy schedule, we’re on the brink of the NBA finals. Bain Capital Co-Chairman and Boston Celtics owner Steve Pagliuca joins Jason Kelly and Mike Lynch to reflect on an unprecedented season in the bubble, and to talk about his role in maximizing the fan experience and quality of product that has established the NBA as one of the most dominant sports in the industry. They discuss the emergence of private equity in sports ownership, the legacy of Celtics basketball, and the tumultuous year for social justice.

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With the NFL Draft around the corner, hosts Michael Barr, Scarlet Fu and Damian Sassower speak with Noel LaMontagne, former NFL pro athlete and now a Director at Verdence Capital Advisors. They talk about how his firm gets college athletes ready for the big money they'll come into when they enter the league.

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Join hosts Scarlet Fu and Damian Sassower for a look at some of the latest headlines and stories in the business of sports.

KLUTCH Sports Group founder and CEO Rich Paul joins to talk about his new memoir, "Lucky Me", his special relationship with Lebron James and the biggest issues facing today's athletes. Bloomberg US sports business reporter Randall Williams also joins the conversation.

Vince Gennaro, associate dean and clinical associate professor at the NYU Preston Robert Tisch Institute for Global Sport breaks down the impact of two-way baseball star Shohei Ohtani's record deal. 

Plus, Bloomberg News senior reporter Gillian Tan reports on a Fenway Sports Group-led consortium entering final talks to be a US co-investors in the entity being formed by the PGA Tour, Saudi Arabia's Public Investment Fund and the DP World Tour.

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Michael Barr, Scarlet Fu and Mike Lynch talk to the biggest names in sports. This week were joined by Former San Francisco 49er legend and NFL Hall Of Famer, Steve Young. He tells us about his involvement with Integrity Marketing Group and why they decided to reward all their employees with an equity stake in the firm. Something he’d like to see in the NFL

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The sports world continues to react and adapt as calls for social justice echo across the world. NASCAR announced earlier this week that it will ban the Confederate flag throughout its organization. One driver has already announced his plans to retire from the sport over the news. Bloomberg TV's Erik Schatzker stops by to discuss his interview with Apollo's Josh Harris, after it was disclosed he was weighing a bid for the NY Mets. We also talk with PGA Tour Commissioner Jay Monahan about the tours return to play in Texas this weekend, the steps they’ve taken to ensure participants' safety and diversity outreach within the golf community.

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Former NFL QB and Heisman Trophy winner Tim Tebow joins hosts Michael Barr, Scarlet Fu and Damian Sassower to talk about his latest book, "Mission Possible: Go Create a Life That Counts" and his partnership with Restore Hyper Wellness.

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Your fantasy football draft is probably over. Now your searching the waiver wire and combing through the free agent pool to bolster your team right before week 1.

Who do you pick up? Who do you stay away from? Who do you stash for a later dater?

Well Michael Barr, Damian Sassower and Rich Trueman clue you in to some pick ups.

Also Rich and Michael are looking to spice up their team names? Any ideas send them to Barr at Big Barr Sports on twitter

Check out Rich's weekly column that comes out every Thursday on the Bloomberg Terminal.

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Scott Soshnick and Eben Novy-Williams discuss a host of issues related to the business of sports, including Seattle's inching closer to getting a National Hockey League team. The team's investment group met with some NHL owners and officials earlier this week to pitch their plan for getting a team. Also discussed is Major League Baseball's attendance dip this season. For the first time since 2003, MLB's total attendance fell below 70 million. All told, 12 teams posted attendance increases while 17 saw declines. Hosts: Scott Soshnick, Eben Novy-Williams and Michael Barr Producer: Madena Parwana

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Hosts Michael Barr and Damian Sassower speak with Bloomberg's Erik Larson about the latest developments in the on-going feud between the PGA and the Saudi-backed LIV Golf, this time involving families of 9/11 victims.

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Scarlet Fu returns joining Michael Barr and Mike Lynch as they discuss Netflix's recent plunge with no intent on getting into live sports streaming, Duke University losing players to the draft and transfer portal following Mike Krzyzewski's retirement and final four loss to North Carolina and women's Barcelona soccer dominating the league and seeing record high attendance numbers. All that and more on Business of Sports.

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Billionaire entrepreneur David Adelman, in partnership with Harris Blitzer Sports Entertainment, have their sights set on developing a new $1.3 billion arena for the Philadelphia 76ers in downtown Philly. Join hosts Michael Bar, Scarlet Fu, and Damian Sassower as he talks about this major project. 

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Hosts Michael Barr, Damian Sassower  and guest host Dan Schwartzmann speak with Bloomberg Law reporter Jacklyn Wille on former NFL running back Michael Cloud's court win for receiving increased amounts of disability benefits he sustained from concussions during his career that the NFL appealed to reversed. 

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XFL Commissioner Oliver Luck joins Scott Soshnick, Michael Barr and Eben Novy-Williams to discuss a host of issues related to the business of sports, including what it has been like to build a professional sports league from scratch. The XFL earlier this week announced its cities and venues -- just a part of what it'll take to build a spring football league. Also discussed is the rebooted league's broadcast media plan, which will be announced soon, how it's using junior college players to re-imagine the game, and how technology will be utilized to make the in-venue and at-home experiences better for football fans. Luck also talks about his boss, World Wrestling Entertainment Chairman Vince McMahon, and how the league intends to make the game of football safer. Luck also touches on Miguel de Cervantes's character Don Quixote, and whether a new football league is akin to tilting at windmills. 

Hosts: Scott Soshnick, Michael Barr and Eben Novy-Williams 

Producer: Colin Tipton

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Scott Soshnick, Eben Novy-Williams, Randall Williams and Michael Barr discuss a host of issues related to the business of sports, including ESPN personality Dan Le Batard's decision to break from company policy to discuss politics on his radio show. The son of Cuban immigrant, Le Batard last week criticized President Donald Trump and ESPN's own policy of only discussing politics when the topic is broached by the coaches and athletes it covers. Le Batard hasn't been publicly disciplined, but reportedly chose not to do his radio show on Monday. Also discussed is LSU's new $28 million renovation to its football operations building, which include a revamped cafeteria and fancy new locker room. Also touched on is a brewing carriage dispute between Dish Network and a complicated web of different networks, including channels owned by Fox and Disney.   

Hosts: Scott Soshnick, Eben Novy-Williams, Randall Williams and Michael Barr 

Producer: Bob Bragg

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Peach Bowl Chief Executive Officer Gary Stokan joins Scott Soshnick, Eben Novy-Williams and Michael Barr to discuss a host of issues related to the business of sports, including how as a young Adidas executive he came oh-so-close to convincing Michael Jordan to sign with the German company over Nike. He tells the story of how one trip to Nike's headquarters changed it all. Stokan also discusses how he convinced big-time programs like Alabama to take part in early-season games like this weekend's Kickoff Game against Duke. Stokan also talks about the national nature of big-time college sports and how it has changed how the sport is sold to corporations like Chik-fil-A, which sponsors the Peach Bowl the the Kickoff event in Atlanta. He also discusses the attendance dip in college sports, and what coaches and administrators can do to convince students to buy tickets. 

Hosts: Scott Soshnick, Eben Novy-Williams and Michael Barr Producer: Colin Tipton

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Michael Barr and Mike Lynch discuss a new recruitment plan the U.S. military is considering to enlist college athletes. They also talk about Los Angeles Dodgers' pitcher Trevor Bauer's two-year ban from Major League Baseball. Plus, they take a look at Giannis Antetokounmpo's self-assist in the NBA Playoffs.

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Boston Red Sox Chief Executive Officer Sam Kennedy talks about the business behind the Major League Baseball team, including how management has sought to make historic Fenway Park not only more welcoming, but profitable. He also discusses the Red Sox-Yankees rivalry and how the baseball team fits into owner John Henry's global sports and entertainment holdings: Liverpool FC, the New England Sports Network and Roush Fenway Racing. Kennedy also talks about diversifying the events at Fenway, and what it was like going to high school with former Red Sox executive Theo Epstein.

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Home Team Sports Executive Vice President Craig Sloan discusses a number of issues related to the business of sports, including how the sales unit of Fox Sports offers advertisers a sort of one-stop shopping experience for regional sports networks. RSNs like the Yes Network and SNY in New York have become lucrative vehicles for professional sports teams, sometimes clashing with cable operators over pricing. He also discusses the rise of digital advertising, which is being used to connect with a younger demographic. HTS reaches 90-plus million homes with its platforms. 

Home Team Sports offers advertisers sponsorship of every MLB, NBA and NHL home team in the U.S. It also has exclusive media rights in major college conferences and conference-owned TV networks, including the Big Ten Network, Pac-12 Networks, the ACC and Big 12. Sloan has led the HTS sales team for more than 15 years. During his tenure, he and his teams have secured partnerships with every RSN in the country. 

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He may not be AFC Richmond’s Rebecca Welton but this America knows his way around a pitch and a boardroom. Michael Barr, Scarlet Fu and Mike Lynch talk all things soccer with DC United and Swansea City “Diamond Dog” Jake Silverstein. We find out why he continues to invest in the sport and what’s in store for those investments on both sides of the pond. 

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Former National Football League running back Robert Smith joins Scott Soshnick, Michael Barr and Eben Novy-Williams to discuss a host of issues related to the business of sports, including why he walked away from pro sports in what seemed like the prime of his career. Smith also talks about why players are reluctant to disclose outside interests to their coaches, who often times would prefer to have players myopically focused on football. Also talked about is Smith's venture, The Fan Health Network, which is backed by the NFL Players Association's accelerator, the One Team Collective. Smith also discusses his time at Ohio State, his lack of success against rival Michigan, and the odd touchdown record that he doubts will ever be broken. 

Hosts: Scott Soshnick, Michael Barr and Eben Novy-Williams 

Producer: Colin Tipton

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There are few events in sports history that stack up to the lasting influence of the 1948 World Series. Luke Epplin, author of, Our Team: The Epic Story of Four Men and the World Series That Changed Baseball, joins Jason, Barr, and Lynch to discuss the decade that changed society, race-relations, and the sports landscape forever. Luke details the interwoven paths of Larry Doby, Bill Veeck, Bob Feller, and Satchel Paige, and their improbable union on the Cleveland Indians.

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Michael Barr and Mike Lynch are joined by Bloomberg Businessweek Host Carol Massar to discuss her recent broadcast from the brand new UBS Arena. We hear from New York Islanders Owner Jon Ledecky and Oak View Group CEO Tim Leiweke. Also, Tom Naratil, President Americas at UBS, shares his market thoughts and what the UBS Arena naming rights mean for the firm.

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Connecticut Jr. Rangers program director Jeff Hamilton, a Yale graduate and former National Hockey League player, joins Scott Soshnick, Eben Novy-Williams and Michael Barr to discuss a host of issues related to the business of sports, including his team’s victory in the prestigious Brick Invitational Hockey Tournament. CJR became the first American team to win the tournament since 2002. Also discussed is the professional nature of youth sports, where parents have been known to spend tens of thousands of dollars on coaching and development. Hamilton discusses the big business of youth sports, and why multi-sport athletes have an advantage over those who specialize in one sport from a young age. 

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Ever stood on a youth soccer sideline with a whistle, befuddled? There's an app for that. Legendary media executive Ben Sherwood has launched a new company, Mojo, aimed at the youth sports market, leveraging his experience running TV networks into an all-too-familiar pain point. He joins Jason and Mike to break down the business case, and weigh in on the ever-changing media landscape. Plus, the guys catch up with Gerry Smith to talk about the business of Tiger Woods as the star recovers from his accident and hear from Alex Rodriguez about his new adventures in the world of SPACs.

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On the latest edition of Next in Sports on Bloomberg Television, hosts Jason Kelly and Vanessa Perdomo explore the world of women's pro soccer. The US National Women’s Soccer League is expanding faster than any other major sports league in North America. It's added four new franchises in just two years, with the latest selling for $53 million—10 times the amount of the last sale. Now, the NWSL is trying to capitalize on the hype of the women's World Cup, leveraging the US women’s national team to bring fans into American stadiums.

Host Scarlet Fu sits down with Jason and Vanessa to dicuss the latest episode in their series, and how the NWSL can continue to grow.

Next in Sports premieres Wednesdays on Bloomberg Television at 10 pm eastern and is available via YouTube and bloomberg.com the following day, where you can also catch previous installments. 

Catch full episodes of Next in Sports: https://www.bloomberg.com/originals/series/next-in-sports

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Hosts Michael Barr, Scarlet Fu and Damian Sassower speak with Michael Hytha, Bloomberg News Editor for the Deals team, about the USL's Oakland Roots plan to build a stadium next to the ballpark the Oakland A's are leaving.

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Scott Soshnick, Eben Novy-Williams and Michael Barr discuss a host of issues related to the business of sports, including NFL star Antonio Brown's threat to retire if he's prevented from wearing his longtime helmet. The NFL's rules prohibit players from wearing non-approved equipment in either practice or games. Brown's helmet hasn't been approved by the National Operating Committee on Standards for Athletic Equipment. Also talked about is Major League Baseball's decision to stage a Yankees-White Sox game in the Iowa cornfield that was the backdrop for the move ``Field of Dreams.'' The game will be played next season. And also discussed is the NFL's new partnership with Sportradar, marking the league's first major step into gambling. The NFL, which is an investor in Sportradar, signed a multiyear deal with data firm, giving it exclusive rights to distribute official data to legal sports-betting operators in the U.S. and abroad.

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Hosts Michael Barr, Scarlet Fu and Damian Sassower follow the stories making big money in the world of sports. This week we feature conversations with Torrel Harris, CEO of Unique Sports Management International and father of 76ers Forward Tobias Harris on NBA Player Development. Plus Owen Scannell, the CEO of Premiere Rugby Sevens on the growth of rugby in the US, and Matchroom President and boxing promoter Eddie Hearn on creating a spectacular boxing event. 

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On this Bloomberg Business of Sports podcast, Scott Soshnick, Eben Novy-Williams and Michael Barr discuss the NCAA men's basketball tournament championship game between Michigan and Villanova, as well as the financial implications of Loyola-Chicago's Final Four run. They also talk about swimmer Katie Ledecky's decision to turn pro, allowing the Stanford and Olympic star to sign endorsement contracts. Also discussed are the NFL's interest in selling its data to international betting markets, and NCAA's push for the NBA and its union to allow players to enter the draft directly from high school. Currently, players must be one year removed from what would be their high-school graduation before they're permitted to enter the NBA Draft, resulting in what's called one-and done -- players leaving school after their freshmen seasons. 

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Scott Soshnick, Michael Barr and Eben Novy-Williams discuss a host of issues related to the business of sports, including what may happen to the Seattle Seahawks and Portland Trail Blazers after the death of their owner, Paul Allen. The Microsoft co-founder's estate hasn't said what it intends to do with the pro sports franchises. Also discussed in Nick Bosa's decision to leave the Ohio State football team in order to prepare for the NFL draft. Also talked about was Canelo Alvarez's 11-fight, $365 million deal with DAZN, which launched in the U.S. in September. 

Host: Scott Soshnick, Eben Novy-Williams and Michael Barr. Producer: Madena Parwana

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Join hosts Michael Barr, Scarlet Fu and Damian Sassower as they talk with the General Manager of Samsung's Display Division Harry Patz about how technology is revolutionizing the fan experience at stadiums and ballparks. 

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Jason Kelly, Michael Barr and Mike Lynch discuss the biggest stories this week in the Business of Sports. On today’s podcast, the trio speaks with equinox media President Simon Belsham. With retail locations closed during the pandemic, Equinox doubled down on creating high quality, customized content, to keep their members active at home. Simon tells us what they learned over the past year, how the media business compliments their brick and mortar locations and the value in having a full suite of “premium” offerings for it members. 

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As Boston's former favorite adopted son preps for another Super Bowl with a different team, we check in with Dan Shaughnessy of the Boston Globe for his take on Tom Brady, Curt Schilling and a lot more. He and Lynchie go deep on the big moments across the decades of Boston sports, and discuss a fan base that's created some of the most valuable franchises in all of sports. Plus, part of Jason's interview with Olympian Katie Ledecky, who discusses the state of college sports in an uncertain time.

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Madison Square Garden better learn to remember this man. Patrick Ewing made a triumphant return to his NYC home, taking his Georgetown Hoyas back to the NCAA tournament for the first time since 2015. Drew Brees, the NFL's all-time leader in career passing yards, has retired, leaving a massive void for the New Orleans Saints to fill. Plus, Cam Newton returns to the Patriots. Mike Lynch suspends his disbelief, and breaks down the logistics of the quarterback's one-year contract.

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Scott Soshnick, Michael Barr and Eben Novy-Williams discuss a host of issues related to the business of sports, including New York Knicks owner James Dolan removing a fan from Madison Square Garden for shouting at him to sell the basketball team. The fan asked why he would be removed for making the comment, prompting Dolan to say that it was rude. MSG in a statement said its policy states that anyone being disrespectful will be asked not to return. Also talked about is the U.S. women's soccer team's equal pay lawsuit against the U.S. Soccer Federation, and the landmark antitrust college sports case in which a judge opened the door for universities to offer student-athletes more in terms of education-related compensation. Also touched on is the money side of the trade of wide receiver Antonio Brown to the Raiders from Pittsburgh Steelers. 

Hosts: Scott Soshnick, Michael Barr and Eben Novy-Williams

Producer: Colin Tipton

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In the latest issue of Bloomberg Businessweek, Bloomberg Projects and Investigations Reporter Peter Robison details a new partnership between DraftKings and the MLB's Chicago Cubs. The two plan to build a new sportsbook right outside of Wrigley Field, in a move they hope will be mutually beneficial. Hosts Michael Barr and Scarlet Fu welcome Robison on the show to discuss the partnership, and what it could mean for the future of sports betting.

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National Basketball Association Deputy Commissioner Mark Tatum discusses a host of business-related issues, including how technology is helping to create fans -- and generate revenue -- in China, India and Africa. Tatum also talks about how the league is reaching millennials, and why the NBA, unlike the NFL, isn't dealing with any fallout associated with player protests. Tatum also delves into new owners like Brooklyn's Joe Tsai and why buying into the NBA -- even at more than $2 billion -- is a good investment. 

Tatum became the league's No. 2 executive in 2014. A 17-year veteran of the league office, he is responsible for the NBA's business operations, including its international efforts. He oversees global partnerships, marketing, communications and team marketing and business operations. Prior to joining the NBA Tatum worked for Major League Baseball in its corporate sponsorship and marketing department.

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Scott Soshnick, Eben Novy-Williams and Michael Barr discuss a host of issues related to the business of sports, Carolina Panthers billionaire owner David Tepper is seeking up to $212 million from the city of Charlotte to help him land an MLS franchise. Tepper, who paid $2.3 billion to buy the Panthers last year, is looking for help in building a headquarters for the prospective soccer franchise, plus renovations to Bank of America Stadium to make it more soccer-friendly. Also discussed is a new subscription service being launched by Dr. David Chao, a former NFL team physician. Well known for offering quick opinions on NFL injuries via Twitter, Chao is creating a website aimed for sports gamblers and fantasy players looking for an edge. Also talked about is a legal battle in England between Liverpool and New Balance, which makes their jerseys. Liverpool is trying to sign a new partnership with Nike, and New Balance says it has the right to match any offer.

Hosts: Scott Soshnick, Eben Novy-Williams and Michael Barr

Producer: Colin Tipton

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Hosts Michael Barr and Scarlet Fu are joined by Professor Aram Goudsouzian, a Professor of History at the University of Memphis, and author of the book, "King of the Court: Bill Russell and the Basketball Revolution". They discuss how Bill Russell changed the game of basketball with his style of play, leading to 11 championship wins, and helped to break down racial barriers off the court as an activist.

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Scott Soshnick, Eben Novy-Williams and Michael Barr discuss a host of issues related to the business of sports, including Forbes Magazine’s 2020 NBA valuations, which are once again topped by the last-place New York Knicks, who are worth $4.6 billion. Rounding out the top three are the Los Angeles Lakers and Golden State Warriors. Also discussed are the proposed changes in Major League Baseball, which is -- among other things -- considering adding teams to the postseason. MLB is also weighing whether to let its first place teams pick its postseason opponents. And also touched on is the English Premier League’s plan to launch a direct-to-consumer streaming service that may increase revenue for its clubs. The service may be ready for testing as early as 2022.

Hosts: Scott Soshnick, Eben Novy-Williams and Michael Barr

Producer: Colin Tipton

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DraftKings Chief Executive Officer Jason Robins discusses a number of topics related to the business of sports, including what has happened at his company in the months since the U.S. Supreme Court allowed for legalized sports betting. Robins also talks about audience measurement and engagement, and the popularity of daily fantasy in the wake of sports betting. Robins also discusses his company's advertising plan, whether DraftKings may soon become a public company and whether his NFL owner investors (Jerry Jones and Bob Kraft) may have to sell their stakes. He also notes the advice he got from Patriots executive Jonathan Kraft. 

Robins co-founded the company in 2012 and oversees its strategy and operations. DraftKings became the first daily fantasy sports company to sign a league partnership, with Major League Baseball in 2013. Now it also has deals with the NHL and Nascar. Host: Scott Soshnick, Eben Novy-Williams and Michael Barr Producer: Madena Parwana

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Former Major League Baseball pitcher Michael Schwimer joins Eben Novy-Williams to discuss a host of issues related to the business of sports, all centered around data and analytics. Schwimer, 33, had a two-year career with the Philadelphia Phillies, during which he built a pitch-sequencing model tailored to each specific hitter. After leaving baseball, he founded Big League Advance, a company that invests in minor league players, offering upfront cash in return for a percentage of any future MLB earnings. Schwimer's latest venture is Jambos Picks, a subscription service that sells sports betting advice. He discusses both businesses, their opportunities for growth and the skepticism surrounding both industries. 

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Wake Forest University Athletic Director John Currie joins Scott Soshnick, Eben Novy-Williams and Michael Barr to talk about the business of college football’s bowl season. A longtime college administrator who has held the top athletic job at three different schools, Currie breaks down the ways in which colleges spend money, and make money, at a postseason bowl game. Wake Forrest plays Michigan State in the Pinstripe Bowl at Yankee Stadium on Dec. 27th, and the team spent the entire week in New York. Currie discusses the myth schools make a lot of money on bowl games, breaking down the cost of travel, food and lodging for the school’s contingent of players, coaches, admins and family members (Flights up to New York, for example, cost $280,000). Currie also discusses possible changes to the NCAA’s amateurism model, and the expectation that at some point soon, athletes will be able to market themselves and make money while playing college sports.

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The NFL-leading Philadelphia Eagles are having a moment, and longtime owner Jeffrey Lurie chalks it up to taking risks and grinding. Once the youngest owner in the league, he's now a prominent voice -- among his fellow owners, and in the future of football. But that's usually behind closed doors. Jason Kelly sat down with Lurie for a rare, wide-ranging interview about building a team, empowering players and his other job: making Academy Award-winning documentaries, including the Questlove-directed "Summer of Soul."

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Jamie Reigle, CEO of Formula E, joins Eben Novy-Williams, Michael Barr and Jason Kelly to discuss how the electric car racing circuit is handling the cancellation of events due to the coronavirus pandemic. Formula E held a handful of races earlier this year before its season was put on hold. In the meantime, the circuit has been organizing virtual races with drivers and celebrities. A long-time sports executive who's worked for Manchester United and the Los Angeles Rams, Reigle discusses similarities across sports, and some of the unique aspect of the car-racing world. He also talks about Formula E's mission to advance the conversation around climate change and help speed up the adoption of everyday electric vehicles.

Hosts: Eben Novy-Williams, Michael Barr, Jason Kelly

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Nascar President Steve Phelps joins Scott Soshnick, Michael Barr and Eben Novy-Williams to discuss a host of issues related to the business of sports, including the money surrounding U.S. auto-racing’s biggest race, the Daytona 500. Phelps also talks about the sale of a limited stake in the racing circuit, and the challenges posed by a changing media landscape that threatens Nascar’s long-time dominance on television. Also discussed is how Nascar can better promote its top drivers, helping names like Joey Logano, Kevin Harvick and Martin Truex Jr. gain traction outside racing circles.

Hosts: Scott Soshnick, Michael Barr and Eben Novy-Williams

Producer: Madena Parwana

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Syracuse University professor Rick Burton joins Scott Soshnick, Eben Novy-Williams and Michael Barr to discuss a host of issues related to the business of sports, including a look back at the biggest stories of 2019: The rise of sports betting and its affect on the industry, as well as China’s relationship with leagues and teams in the wake of Daryl Morey’s tweet. Also discussed was the future of the NCAA as more states push for student athletes to be able to benefit from their names, images and likenesses. The chat also includes a look ahead to 2020 and what stories may arise as the biggest of the year.

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Michael Barr, Scarlet Fu, and Mike Lynch speak to the biggest names in the business of sports. Who better to talk to this week than SEC commissioner Greg Sankey. Hell help us break down the College Football National Champions between the SEC powerhouse Georgia Bulldogs and Alabama Crimson Tide, as well walking us though how the conference was able to keep all its athletics during Covid-19.

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Major League Soccer Commissioner Don Garber discusses a host of topics related to the business of the U.S.’s top soccer league, including the mushrooming valuations of franchises and the decision to expand by another two clubs. Garber also answers, as Deadspin asked in an August article, whether MLS is a Ponzi Scheme. The commissioner also talks about implications of the U.S. men’s team missing the World Cup and whether team owners in his league will ever have to worry about the financial risk that accompanies relegation. He also touches on new media and whether soccer’s millennial-heavy audience puts MLS in an enviable position when its broadcast contracts expire in 2022.

Garber was named commissioner of Major League Soccer in 1999. During his tenure, the league has expanded to 23 teams (for now), added 20 new owners and inked broadcast deals with ESPN, Fox and Univision. His teams have also developed more than 15 soccer-specific stadiums in North America. Prior to joining MLS, Garber spent 16 years in a variety of roles at the National Football League.

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Hosts Scarlet Fu, Damian Sassower and special guest host Vanessa Perdomo of Bloomberg Originals speak with New York Giants standout outside linebacker Kayvon Thibodeaux. They discuss the ups and downs of sports stardom in America's biggest media market, plus his many off-the-field business pursuits.

Then, all-time soccer great Mia Hamm joins for a wide-ranging conversation on her legendary playing career, whether she might return as a coach or manager, plus her foundation's mission to raise funds and awareness for bone marrow and cord blood transplants.

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The team welcomes back Michael Barr and gets down to business making sense of all that's happened in the month he's been away. He breaks down his reaction to the Bubba Wallace/NASCAR incident, and the group aims to answer some big questions: Is the optimism around sports returning increasingly misplaced as players balk -- and leagues look at the virus surging right where they're meant to play? Is Cam Newton just the newest way the Patriots will enrage everyone else by winning? And has the moment come for teams in Washington and Cleveland (and Atlanta) to finally change their names?

Hosts: Jason Kelly, Michael Barr and Mike Lynch

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On this special edition of the Business of Sports, host Michael Barr presents an exclusive conversation with MotorTrend Global President and General Manager, Alex Wellen. He discusses the publication's new free, ad-supported TV channel, and how it's looking to continue to grow its audience across platforms. He spoke with Bloomberg's Kriti Gupta.

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Scott Soshnick, Michael Barr and Eben Novy-Williams discuss a host of issues related to the business of sports, including whether Jacksonville Jaguars owner Shad Khan will be able to buy Wembley Stadium, which is part of his plan to make London his football team's part time home. Also discussed is Jimmy Haslam's purchase of Major League Soccer's Columbus Crew, which likely would have relocated to Austin, Texas, without a new owner. And also talked about is the continuing developments from a federal trial that threatens to engulf college basketball. 

Host: Scott Soshnick, Eben Novy-Williams and Michael Barr

Producer: Madena Parwana

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Scott Soshnick, Eben Novy-Williams and Michael Barr discuss a host of issues related to the business of sports, including a conversation with Ahmad Nassar, the chief executive officer of a newly created company aimed at helping athletes maximize the value of their name, image and likeness rights. Backed by private equity firm RedBird Capital, the NFL Players Association and the Major League Baseball Players Association have created OneTeam Partners, which will seek associations with athletes in all sports around the world. Prior to that conversation, the hosts discuss the weekend workout of exiled quarterback Colin Kaepernick, who had a private showcase with representatives from eight NFL teams in attendance. Kaepernick and the NFL clashed over the rules that would've governed the workout, prompting the player to change its venue shortly before it was scheduled to start. Also talked about is the carriage dispute that's keeping the Denver Nuggets and Colorado Avalanche from being seen locally, and ESPN's scheduling of the Sierra Canyon School boys' basketball team, which includes the sons of LeBron James and Dwyane Wade.

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Scott Soshnick and Michael Barr discuss a host of issues related to the business of sports, including a horde of unhappy Boston Bruins and Celtics fans at TD Garden, where a renovation has led to an uncomfortable seating problem. Delaware North, the owner and operator of the arena, spent $100 million to upgrade and expand the building. Fans, however, lots of them, have complained that the new seats don't have enough leg room. Delaware North is mulling how to proceed. Also talked about is Major League Baseball's decision to change its ownership rules, allowing investment funds to buy limited stakes across multiple teams. It spurred Galatioto Sports Partners to create a $500 million fund -- the GSP Baseball Fund -- to invest in teams. The fund will have a maximum of 100 investors and has a minimum contribution of $1 million. Also discussed is Eliud Kipchoge's sub two-hour marathon and how it might affect Nike, which produced special sneakers for the event. And also touched on is LeBron James's comments about Houston Rockets General Manager Daryl Morey, who touched off the NBA-China firestorm with a tweet critical of the situation in Hong Kong.

Hosts: Scott Soshnick and Michael Barr

Producer: Bob Bragg

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Michael Barr, Rich Trueman and Damian Sassower bring you the Bloomberg Business of Sports Fantasy Podcast. The trio breaks down week 9 of the NFL season.

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Bloomberg’s Michael Barr, Rich Trueman, Damian Sassower and special guest Charlie Vollmer, discuss the results of the 2020 Fantasy football championships. We break down the booms and busts from week 16 and the effect those had on the final week of the season. 

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Milwaukee Bucks part owner Wes Edens joins Scott Soshnick, Michael Barr and Eben Novy-Williams to discuss a host of issues related to the business of sports, including his National Basketball Association team’s improved performance on the court and how it affects the club’s ability to generate revenue. Edens, co-CEO of Fortress Investment Group, also talks about what having a star like Giannis Antetokounmpo, aka The Greek Freak, means for the business side of a basketball team. He also talks about the team’s new arena, the Fiserv Forum, as well as other sports-related investments like English soccer team Aston Villa and an esports franchise.

Hosts: Scott Soshnick, Michael Barr and Eben Novy-Williams

Producer: Madena Parwana

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New York City FC's CEO Brad Sims and MLS Cup MVP Sean Johnson join Scarlet Fu, Mike Lynch, and Michael Barr to talk about the club's recent MLS cup victory, the impact the win can have on recruiting top athletes, and the timeline for developing its own soccer-specific stadium. All that and more on this weekend edition of Bloomberg Business of Sports.

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Managing a major Division I, public university athletic department through a global pandemic -- as part of one of the most powerful conferences in the NCAA -- is pushing Patrick Hobbs to use everything he's learned as an administrator, lawyer and dealmaker. The former law school dean talks to Jason and Mike about negotiating apparel deals, the power of a conference television network and getting back to the football field (and soon, the basketball court).

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Join hosts Michael Barr, Scarlet Fu and Damian Sassower as they get reaction and analysis of the massive PGA-LIV golf deal.

They speak with USGA CEO Mike Whan to discuss the upcoming US Open in Los Angeles and get his reaction to the PGA's reported merger with LIV Golf. We also hear from Bloomberg News reporter Simone Foxman on Saudi Arabia's growing influence in the sports world. Then, WNBA Commissioner Cathy Engelbert explains why she wouldn't rule out her league hosting a game in Saudi Arabia if the opportunity arose, and talks about her path to growing the sport with Scarlet Fu.

Plus, Bloomberg's Kailey Leinz previews the latest episode of Chief Future Officer, featuring the team from Monumental Sports, premiering June 14 at 9:30 PM Wall Street time on Bloomberg TV, Bloomberg.com and on YouTube.

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NBA general counsel, USA Basketball President, WNBA President, Women's Basketball Hall Of Famer…. You may need a resume this deep to manage an NCAA power conference through a pandemic. Big East Commissioner Val Ackerman joins Jason Kelly, Michael Barr and Mike Lynch to discuss Covid-19's impact on the legendary basketball league, how a unique insurance policy helped solidify the conference's financials and when we might see Jason's Hoyas back on the hardwood.

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Syracuse University sports management professor Rick Burton joins Scott Soshnick, Eben Novy-Williams and Michael Barr to discuss a host of issues related to the business of sports, including what sports management means during a prolonged absence of sporting events. Burton, a former commissioner of the Australian Basketball League and an ex-chief commercial officer of the U.S. Olympic & Paralympic Committee, discusses a wide-range of topics, including whether the Olympics will be canceled and how much influence the athletes, and NBC, which shows the games in the U.S., have over the decison-making process. Burton also talks about the media business with no games being played, including how ESPN is reacting to live games disappearing from its air, and what sorts of creative things teams themselves can do to keep a link to their fans during the shutdown. Burton also talks about esports and sports betting, and how each industry is affected. He also discusses what it’s like to teach a college course on sports management when there’s no one on campus and no games games being played.

Hosts: Scott Soshnick, Eben Novy-Williams and Michael Barr

Producer: Colin Tipton

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Hosts Michael Barr, Scarlet Fu and Damian Sassower span the sports and entertainment spectrum. Bloomberg News senior reporter Laura Nahmias details her story on New York Mets owner Steve Cohen partnering with Hard Rock International on an $8 billion bid to build casino and entertainment complex next to Citi Field in Queens. Golf legend Annika Sorenstam and the CEO of Parity, Leela Srinivasan, then discuss the first-ever "Parity Week by Gainbridge," a series of three sporting that involve 180 women competing for nearly $13 million. Plus, LA Clippers President of Business Operations Gillian Zucker discusses her decorated career in sports and the dawn of a new era of Clippers basketball as the franchise prepares to move to a new arena next year in Inglewood, California, which will be known as the Intuit Dome. 

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San Francisco 49ers President and Elevate Sports Ventures Chief Executive Officer Al Guido joins Scott Soshnick, Michael Barr and Eben Novy-Williams to discuss a host of issues related to the business of sports, including Elevate's two-year deal to sell tickets and advise on business operations for Vince McMahon's XFL, a spring football league scheduled to begin play next season. Guido discusses why he believes the venture will succeed, and how the league intends to bring fans much closer to the game. Guido also discusses 49ers draft pick Nick Bosa, his politics, and social media mistakes, and why there won't be any problems for the conservative-leaning player in San Francisco.  

Hosts: Scott Soshnick, Michael Barr and Eben Novy-Williams

Producer: Madena Parwana

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Michael Barr, Mike Lynch and guest host Scarlet Fu discuss the biggest stories in the Business of Sports. This week were joined by NBA Hall of Famer Kevin Garnett and Jaymee Messler, the co-founders of the Gaming Society. This gamification platform works to educate gamblers of all abilities and help ensure they make educated wagers online. They also hope to boost the action on woman’s sports and encourage players to “Bet On Women”. Mike Lynch shares some stories of covering KG during the Celtics years and we find out if we’ll see some more entries on Garnett’s IMDB profile. 

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Cathy Engelbert unwittingly spent decades training for this moment. A dual-sport Division I athlete, she spent a career at Deloitte, ultimately becoming its CEO, before taking the top job at the WNBA last year. In conversation with Jason Kelly and Mike Lynch, Engelbert talks about how she held a draft during the crisis, the plans for a restart and what the "player first" mentality means to the WNBA.

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A number of high profile investors are putting money into pickleball, including Heidi Klum, Justin Verlander and Michael Phelps. Hosts Michael Barr, Scarlet Fu and Damian Sassower are joined by Bloomberg Quicktake Chief Correspondent Jason Kelly to talk about the rise of pickleball, and his recent conversation with another big name investor, former NFL star Larry Fitzgerald.

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Scott Soshnick and Michael Barr discuss a host of issues related to the business of sports, including the debate within Major League Baseball over whether the baseball's are juiced this season. Pitcher Justin Verlander used the All-Star game platform to assert that the baseball's have been changed amid a surge of home runs. He questioned whether MLB has more input into the ball since Rawlings Sporting Goods Co. Inc., which manufactures the official balls, was purchased last year by Seidler Equity Partners. Padres General Partner Peter Seidler has oversight of all activities at the private equity firm and MLB is an investor. Also discussed is where women's soccer goes in the wake up the U.S. team's win at the World Cup. The team is embroiled in an equal pay dispute with U.S. Soccer. Also talked about is what the acquisitions of Kyrie Irving and Kevin Durant mean to the bottom line of the Brooklyn Nets. 

Hosts: Scott Soshnick and Michael Barr

Producer: Mark Siniscalchi

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Scott Soshnick, Eben Novy-Williams and Michael Barr discuss a number of topics related to the business of sports, including the second week of the National Football League season. Among the items bantered about are the mid-game retirement of Vontae Davis, Ryan Fitzpatrick (or is that Conor McGregor) and ratings that are, once again, higher than last season's corresponding week. Also discussed are the Canelo-GGG fight, which may lead to a third installment of the series, and Formula 1's focus on technology-related sponsorship. Host: Scott Soshnick, Eben Novy-Williams and Michael Barr Producer: Madena Parwana

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Hosts Michael Barr, Scarlet Fu and Damian Sassower are joined by veteran sports journalist and Executive Director of Seton Hall University's Center for Sports Media Jane McManus to discuss Brittney Griner's imprisonment in Russia and female equity in sports. Plus, Bloomberg's Gerry Smith joins to talk about the latest with LIV Golf, Vince McMahon's misconduct allegations and Champions League soccer TV rights bidding in the US.

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South Carolina women's basketball wins their second national title, UNC and Kansas advance to NCAA men's basketball championship, and Tiger Woods will make a "game-time decision" on whether he competes in the 86th Masters. Michael Barr, Scarlet Fu, and Mike Lynch discuss all that and more on this Monday edition of Bloomberg Business of Sports.

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The United Soccer League (USL) is the largest professional soccer organization in North America - and it's ready to grow more. It's the first and only soccer organization in the US to build a youth-to-pro pathway for both women and men within one ecosystem. Hosts Michael Barr, Scarlet Fu and Damian Sassower speak to USL's COO and Chief Real Estate Officer Justin Papadakis on the soccer talent pipeline they're building, and how they plan to grow the USL with a focus on local communities. 

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Join host Michael Barr, Scarlet Fu and Damian Sassower for a look at some of the latest headlines and stories in the business of sports.

We celebrate the start of the NFL's regular season with an inside look at arguably the league's top team: the Kansas City Chiefs. We listen to portions of a conversation with Chiefs co-owners Dan and Clark Hunt as they sit down with Bloomberg Originals chief correspondent Jason Kelly for a look at the brothers' $6.5 billion sports portfolio. 

Then, Damian, along with Jason Kelly and Bloomberg Originals sports correspondent Vanessa Perdomo chat with Chiefs president Mark Donovan to talk about how his team is looking to engage with fans around the world and grow its footprint - all while the team seeks what would be an unprecedented third straight Super Bowl win.

Plus, Goldman Sachs executive Nicole Pullen Ross provides insight into the NFL's decision to allow private equity stakes in teams and discusses her firm's growing interest in sports-related finance. 

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Michael Barr, Scarlet Fu, and Mike Lynch speak with New Jersey Devils President Jake Reynolds about the recent signing of 2019 top overall draft pick Jack Hughes to an 8-year contract extension, the catalyst behind the team's new black sweater, and the league's broadcast rights deals with ESPN and Turner Sports. Plus, Jake breaks down the Devils' and Prudential Financial's program to amplify business opportunities for Black entrepreneurs. All that and more on this weekend edition of Bloomberg Business of Sports.

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Scott Soshnick, Michael Barr and Eben Novy-Williams discuss a host of issues related to the business of sports, including all the deals being signed by sports leagues in the gambling space. Among them are Major League Baseball's deal with MGM -- which already has contracts with the NBA and NHL -- and the NBA's data contract with Genius Sports and Sportradar. Also discussed is MLB's donation to the campaign of Cindy Hyde-Smith, who won her racially charged runoff election in Mississippi. Also talked about -- and danced to -- is a lawsuit that alleges Fox improperly used ``The Super Bowl Shuffle,'' which the Chicago Bears recorded in 1985.  

Hosts Scott Soshnick, Michael Barr and Eben Novy-Williams 

Producer: Colin Tipton

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(Bloomberg) -- Scott Soshnick and Michael Barr discuss a host of issues related to the business of sports, including Forbes magazine's annual National Football League franchise values list. This year, as in the past 12, the Dallas Cowboys top the list with a valuation of $5.5 billion. The team generates about $950 million in revenue. Rounding out the top five are: the New England Patriots ($4.1 billion), New York Giants ($3.9 billion), Los Angeles Rams ($3.8 billion) and San Francisco 49ers ($3.5 billion). The Cowboys are out front because they lead the NFL in revenue from suites, club seats, sponsorship and non NFL stadium events. Also discussed is Ezekiel Elliott's new contract with the Cowboys, who get their star running back in uniform just in time for Sunday's season-opener against the New York Giants. Also discussed is the National Basketball Association's weighing the creation of an investment vehicle that would buy minority shares of individual teams. 

Hosts: Scott Soshnick and Michael Barr

Producer: Tim Herro

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Rick Burton, the David B. Falk Endowed Professor of Sport Management at Syracuse University, joins Scott Soshnick, Michael Barr and Eben Novy-Williams to discuss a host of issues related to the business of sports, including the fiasco surrounding USA Gymnastics and what it's dissolution could mean for the athletes and broadcaster NBC. Also discussed are possible governance changes at the NCAA and why the organization's structure limits its ability to make alterations in major college sports. Burton also talks about what he considers to be the most important things students seeking to enter the sports world must learn. 

Hosts: Scott Soshnick, Eben Novy-Williams and Michael Barr 

Producer: Colin Tipton

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On this edition of the Bloomberg Business of Sports podcast, Scott Soshnick, Eben Novy-Williams and Michael Barr discusses a host of issues, including the possibility that the New York Yankees will buy back the YES Network if Fox sells a slew of assets that include regional sports networks. Also discussed is Boris Becker's diplomatic status, Phil Mickelson's U.S. Open gaffe and the attendance dip at Major League Baseball games this season. 

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An empty Arthur Ashe Stadium isn't stopping the U.S. Open from being one of the most important sporting events of the year. Tennis Channel President Ken Solomon joins Jason, Michael and Mike to talk about how his sport has survived -- and even thrived -- amid the pandemic. He discusses both the social distance, and the social activism, that have defined tennis for decades, and his hope for a new generation of empowered players to continue the legacy of Ashe and Billie Jean King.

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On this special bonus episode of the Bloomberg Business of Sports podcast, host Michael Barr presents a conversation with Earl Patton, Managing Partner of Rumble Ventures. Patton discusses his career and why he believes in investing in Africa's growing sports and entertainment industries. He speaks to Bloomberg Business of Sports contributor Dawn Kissi.

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Bloomberg's Michael Barr and Scarlet Fu chat about USC and UCLA moving to join the Big Ten, the latest on LIV Golf and more. Plus, a preview of their conversation with Super Bowl winning former NFL QB Joe Theismann, who will be participating in the American Century Championship celebrity golf tournament.

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Michael Barr and Mike Lynch discuss DraftKings and FanDuel pulling back on advertising, while Thursday Night Football ratings continue to climb.

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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.

They talk through the big money in this year's NCAA Tournament from a few angles: first with Bloomberg Intelligence senior media analyst Geetha Ranganathan, who says March Madness could create an advertising windfall for big media companies carrying the games - continuing a trend for live sports. Then, Bloomberg Opinion columnist Allison Schrager joins to discuss her latest piece on America's love affair with sports gambling and March Madness despite regulatory efforts to discourage what she calls "productive risk-taking."

Michael, Damian and Scarlet then celebrate the start of the MLB season with MLB Network insider Jon Morosi. They talk through some of this year's big storylines, including the betting scandal surrounding superstar Shohei Ohtani and why Morosi is skeptical of the Dodgers chances of winning it all this year.

Plus, hear a snippet from the latest edition of "The Deal with Alex Rodriguez and Jason Kelly", featuring guest Hannah Storm. 

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