• Sports Business Classroom Audio Experience

  • By: HallPass Media
  • Podcast

Sports Business Classroom Audio Experience

By: HallPass Media
  • Summary

  • The goal of Sports Business Classroom Audio Experience is to share inspiring stories featuring the journeys of successful sports business professionals and to give you the strategies and know-how to help you further your career in sports!
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Episodes
  • Gaia Accoto | Sports Reporter & Content Creator at Sky Italia | Covering Basketball on a Global Stage (EP.119)
    Feb 19 2025
    In this episode of the SBC Audio Experience, host Riley Sager sits down with Gaia Accoto, a sports media professional who has built an impressive career as a reporter & a host. As a World Feed Reporter for EuroLeague and Sky Sport, Gaia has covered major basketball events worldwide, balancing in-depth reporting with the fast-paced demands of live sports coverage.
    • The balance between objective reporting and building trust with players and coaches
    • Her experience at NBA Summer League and working alongside a strong network of women in sports
    • How social media is shaping modern sports journalism and her approach to digital content creation
    • Memorable moments from covering EuroLeague and major international events

    With a passion for storytelling and a deep understanding of the game, Gaia shares insights into the evolving sports media landscape and what’s next for her in 2025. Tune in for a conversation on breaking into the industry, navigating challenges, and making an impact in global basketball coverage.
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    59 mins
  • Joe Vardon | Senior NBA Writer at The Athletic | Covering the NBA’s Biggest Stories (EP.118)
    Feb 12 2025
    In this episode of the SBC Audio Experience, host Alex Cocoros sits down with Joe Vardon, a seasoned NBA journalist with over two decades of experience, currently serving as a Senior NBA Writer for The Athletic. Known for his deep storytelling and insightful coverage, Vardon has reported on some of the league’s most compelling narratives, from championship runs to international expansion.

    A native of Ohio, Vardon began his journalism career covering Cleveland sports, including the Browns, Guardians (formerly Indians), and Cavaliers. His time on the Cavs beat placed him at the center of LeBron James’ rise, giving him a unique perspective on the influence of a superstar in a small-market city. His career has since taken him across the globe, and he is currently reporting from Berlin after covering the NBA’s recent international games in Paris.
    During the episode, Joe discusses:
    • His journey from local sports reporting to covering the NBA’s biggest stars
    • The impact of LeBron James on Cleveland and the NBA at large
    • His experience covering the league’s international expansion firsthand
    • The crossover between political journalism and sports coverage

    With a career defined by adaptability, storytelling, and an eye for the game’s biggest moments, Vardon shares valuable insights into the ever-evolving landscape of basketball media. Tune in for a conversation that dives into the global reach of the NBA and the craft of covering the sport at the highest level.


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    49 mins
  • How Teams Approach the NBA Trade Deadline | Bobby Marks | Eric Pincus (EP.117)
    Feb 7 2025
    This episode of the Sports Business Classroom Audio Experience is from a previously recorded webinar on “How Teams Approach the NBA Trade Deadline” hosted by Bobby Marks and Eric Pincus. Throughout the webinar, they discuss the ins and outs of the trade deadline, answer relevant questions from our live Q&A, and more!

    In this episode, Bobby and Eric discuss:
    • The process of putting together a trade
    • Trade structure and permissible trades
    • The impact of the new CBA
    • Examples of current and past trades
    Bobby and Eric provide excellent insights on how front offices operate through one of the busiest times of the NBA Calendar.

    This webinar is an example of what students learn during the SBC Business of Basketball Immersive Experience. If you have any interest in attending the upcoming program taking place this July during the Las Vegas Summer, be sure to register as soon as possible as space is limited.
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    1 hr and 36 mins

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