• ESPN Gets "Inside The NBA"; College Football's Ancient Eight
    Nov 22 2024

    Join host Damian Sassower, along with guest hosts Bloomberg Originals chief correspondent Jason Kelly, Bloomberg Originals sports correspondent Vanessa Perdomo for a look at some of the latest headlines and stories in the business of sports.

    After losing broadcast rights to NBA games, Warner Brothers Discovery struck a new deal with the league that will allow the popular studio show "Inside The NBA" to air on ESPN. Bloomberg News media reporter Hannah Miller joins to talk about the unique arrangement, plus a report that MLB commissioner Robert Manfred is looking to overhaul baseball's media rights.

    Bloomberg News bankruptcy reporter Jonathan Randles discusses Diamond Sports Group's new court approved restructuring plan that brings games to Amazon Prime Video.

    Plus, acclaimed sports journalist and author Jonathan Feinstein examines the changing landscape of college sports and his new book, "The Ancient Eight: College Football's Ivy League and the Game They Play Today".

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    39 mins
  • Dallas Cowboys In Chaos Dragging Down Jerry Jones' Big Year
    Nov 15 2024

    Join host Damian Sassower, along with guest hosts Bloomberg Originals chief correspondent Jason Kelly, Bloomberg Originals sports correspondent Vanessa Perdomo for a look at some of the latest headlines and stories in the business of sports.

    Dallas Cowboys owner Jerry Jones saw his net worth rise to $15 billion this year, despite his team suffering from a down season and losing star $240 million QB Dak Prescott to injury. Bloomberg Texas Bureau chief Julie Fine joins to discuss her reporting on the up-and-down year for Jones.

    DLA Piper global co-chair and global co-CEO Frank Ryan examines soaring franchise valuations and the future of sports media deals.

    Plus, Bloomberg US sports business reporter Randall Williams joins for a conversation with Mubarak "Bar" Malik - a former director of performance for the New York Knicks and Los Angeles Lakers, about his new sports drink venture, Barcode Performance Water.

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    38 mins
  • BONUS EPISODE: Gotham City FC's Carolyn Tisch Blodgett
    Nov 14 2024

    On this bonus edition of the Bloomberg Business of Sports, Bloomberg Originals sports correspondent Vanessa Perdomo sits down with Carolyn Tisch Blodgett. She's co-owner and governor of Gotham City FC and an executive board member of the NWSL. They discuss the club's exciting playoff run, the team's popularity and the NWSL's growth.

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    15 mins
  • Billionaire Josh Harris Leads Washington Commanders Resurgence
    Nov 8 2024

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

    Bloomberg US sports business reporter Randall Williams joins to talk about how private equity titan Josh Harris is changing the culture for the NFL's Washington Commanders, making them one of the most fun teams to watch in the league.
    Jonathan Fascitelli, founder, CEO and chairman of Seregh (Sports and Entertainment Real Estate Global Holdings) explains how his firm is looking to invest in and develop mixed-use real estate around sports and entertainment venues.
    And Speedway Motorsports president and CEO Marcus Smith talks about Ten Tenths Motorclub - a new joint venture with Hendrick Motorsports.

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    38 mins
  • Dodgers Win World Series; A Premium Tequila Crafted By NBA Owners
    Nov 2 2024

    Join hosts Michael Barr, Scarlet Fu, Damian Sassower and special guest host Vanessa Perdomo, sports correspondent for Bloomberg Originals, for a look at some of the latest headlines and stories in the business of sports.

    Bloomberg US sports business reporter Randall Williams helps to recap this year’s World Series between the Los Angeles Dodgers and New York Yankees. He also breaks down how well the matchup did in the ratings, and where now-free agent Juan Soto might end up. Top Rank president Todd duBoef joins to talk about the state of pro boxing and a new partnership with ESPN that yielding a new streaming show.

    Wyc Grousbeck and Emilia Fazzalari, husband and wife combo, discuss their joint venture in the spirits industry with Cincoro Tequila and its roots with several big names in the sports world. Grousbeck, also lead owner of the NBA champion Boston Celtics, discusses the new NBA season and the state of the franchise’s search for a buyer.

    Plus, Dylan Robbins, CEO of Lucra Sports, joins to discuss his unique sports betting platform.

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    48 mins
  • WNBA Players Opt Out Early, NBA's Adam Silver Talks With Jason Kelly
    Oct 25 2024

    Join host Michael Barr, Scarlet Fu, Damian Sassower and special guest host Vanessa Perdomo, sports correspondent for Bloomberg Originals, for a look at some of the latest headlines and stories in the business of sports.

    After a season that saw a surge in attendance and ratings, WNBA players decided to opt out of their collective bargaining deal two years early. Bloomberg US sports business reporter Randall Williams joins to discuss why and what could happen next.
    Bloomberg Originals chief correspondent Jason Kelly got a chance to sit down with NBA commissioner Adam Silver at the USC Next Level Sports conference, just as the new NBA season gets underway. He tells us about his conversation, and we hear a portion of it.

    Plus, New York Road Runners CEO Rob Simmelkjaer joins to preview this year's TCS New York City Marathon.

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    39 mins
  • NBA Commissioner Adam Silver Sits Down With Jason Kelly
    Oct 25 2024

    On this special bonus edition of the show, we hear Bloomberg Originals chief correspondent Jason Kelly's conversation with NBA commissioner Adam Silver, from the USC Next Level Sports Conference. They discuss the latest media rights deals, the growth of the WNBA and more.

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    20 mins
  • Welcoming BOS Nation FC, US Grand Prix Preview
    Oct 18 2024

    Join host Michael Barr and special guest host Vanessa Perdomo, sports correspondent for Bloomberg Originals, for a look at some of the latest headlines and stories in the business of sports.

    Boston has a new team to root for: BOS Nation FC. The newly announced team will start play in the National Women's Soccer League in 2026. Jennifer Esptein is controlling owner of the new club. She joins to discuss its establishment and the growth of women's soccer.

    James Vowles, team principal for the Williams Racing Formula 1 team speaks with Michael and Vanessa, along with Bloomberg Pursuits auto columnist Hannah Elliot about the US Grand Prix taking Austin this weekend and F1's rapid growth in the US.

    Plus, Athletes.org founder and chairman Jim Cavale examines the state of college sports in 2024.

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    39 mins