show episodes
 
Welcome to our daily podcast: Front Office Sports Today. Join senior writer Owen Poindexter each day for breakdowns of the biggest stories across sports and business, commentary on cultural trends in the space, and guest appearances from influential athletes, executives, and the FOS editorial team. The only podcast you need to start your day right.
  continue reading
 
Hosted by Allie Clifton, Channing Frye, & Richard Jefferson, Road Trippin' is the premier podcast for entertaining and insightful NBA stories told directly by your favorite players. Episodes often feature a guest NBA player or a sports and entertainment personality.
  continue reading
 
Welcome to The Undiluted Podcast, where Chicago natives, JP AKA Jerret Perkins, Mike Simmons, and occasionally others, discuss weekly occurrences, films, series, sports, politics, life, and basically anything else that comes to mind. Raw, unfiltered, and UNDILUTED exchanges of thoughts. Follow JP on Twitter and Instagram @jp_undiluted! Also, please follow their official Twitter account @theundiluted! Feel free to email JP or with ideas or inquiries at undilutedpodcast@gmail.com. Thanks in ad ...
  continue reading
 
Loading …
show series
 
Kendrick Perkins has found a second career as an NBA analyst – one that has changed his perspective on the league and its relationship to the media. He joins the show to discuss what he’s learned by seeing the game from both sides, the growing impact of college NIL on the NBA, and which teams could dethrone the Celtics. We also get the story of Tre…
  continue reading
 
Ending a saga that spanned many months and featured numerous bidders, Everton FC is officially being sold to the The Friedkin Group. GiveMeSport Senior Football Correspondent Ben Jacobs joins the show with the details of the sale, and what the deal means for a club in massive debt. Plus, we hear from Evolution of the Black QB Director Anthony Smith…
  continue reading
 
The WNBA postseason begins on Sunday after its largest regular season ever. Host of The Ringer WNBA Show Seerat Sohi joins Owen to reflect on the monumental year and what we can expect in the playoff battles ahead. Plus, we hear from Monica McNutt on her relationship with Stephen A. Smith, her viral moments in the past year, and whether the WNBA an…
  continue reading
 
Adrian Wojnarowski, legendary breaker of NBA news, is leaving ESPN to be the GM of Saint Bonaventure’s basketball program. Front Office Sports Tuned-In columnist Michael McCarthy joins the show to discuss Woj’s legacy and who ESPN may be eyeing to replace him. Plus, the WNBA is coming to Portland, FSU and Clemson are reportedly in talks with the AC…
  continue reading
 
The MLBPA is suing multiple sportsbook operators for unauthorized use of baseball players’ NIL (name, image, and likeness) in their promotions. Front Office Sports contributor Jeff Benson joins the show to explain what we know so far and where things are headed in a potentially ugly saga. Plus, we hear from American tennis star Ben Shelton about hi…
  continue reading
 
The state of football in the state of Florida has seen better days, and two marquee programs may have to cut ties with their respective head coaches soon, which would cost them a pretty penny. College Football Today host Joe Lisi joins the show to discuss why Mike Norvell and Billy Napier could both be out in the upcoming weeks. Plus, Texas Tech At…
  continue reading
 
ESPN analyst Jay Williams opens up about ESPN, the NIL era, and his desire to buy 49% of Duke basketball in a conversation with Front Office Sports editor-in-chief Dan Roberts at the Tuned-In summit. Plus, Matt Schwimmer, CEO of Playmaker HQ and GM of Action Network, joins to discuss the new era of high-profile athlete-led podcasts in light of the …
  continue reading
 
The Pac-12 is adding four teams, and seems likely to survive conference realignment as an FBS school. Front Office Sports reporter Amanda Christovich provides the latest on what’s happening, and what it means for college football. Plus, we hear about what it’s like to start a sports league with Premier Lacrosse League CEO Paul Rabil, and we get a l…
  continue reading
 
Stephen A. Smith joined Front Office Sports TunedIn summit and was very candid about his negotiations with ESPN. The “First Take” host wants the biggest contract in sports media. We also hear from ESPN reporter Marty Smith on the uncertain future of college football as schools scramble for more funds and donors feel maxed out. Plus, Steph Curry wan…
  continue reading
 
ESPN president of content Burke Magnus admitted that he has hopes of signing Charles Barkley after TNT loses NBA media rights. He joined Front Office Sports’ Tuned-In event to discuss the network’s approach in the shifting world of sports media. Plus, Brian Murphy, CEO of Athletes First, joins to explain how his agency secured the highest average a…
  continue reading
 
Dak Prescott’s record-breaking four-year, $240 million deal underscored a recent trend: star contracts are getting shorter. Doug Hendrickson, executive vice president of Wasserman Football joins the show to discuss how player and team desires have shifted, the evolving role of the agency, the dynamics of contract holdouts, and how he ended up start…
  continue reading
 
The NFL saw its big opening week clouded by the detention of Dolphins’ star receiver Tyreek Hill on the way to his game. Prior to that the league broke records for its kickoff game between the Chiefs and Ravens, with major returns as well for the Friday matchup in Brazil. Plus, we get a look inside the 49ers front office with chief revenue officer …
  continue reading
 
The NFL is rolling out big changes this season, including a revamped kickoff and a ban on the “hip drop” tackle. New York Giants defensive tackle Dexter Lawrence II and New Orleans Saints legend Drew Brees join the show to discuss how the league is shifting and what keeps them busy off the field. Plus, Memphis dismissed four staff members from its …
  continue reading
 
The defending champion Kansas City Chiefs will kick off the NFL season amid talks of relocation and the constant buzz around their generational quarterback and tight end who is half of one of America’s most famous couples. Front Office Sports newsletter writer David Rumsey spoke to Chiefs president Mark Donovan about life inside one of the NFL’s mo…
  continue reading
 
Roger Federer changed tennis on the court, and now he’s looking to make his mark off it. His agent, and the chairman of the Laver Cup, Tony Godsick sits down with Front Office Sports editor-in-chief Dan Roberts to discuss his and Federer’s vision for tennis. Plus, we delve into college football’s big first weekend, the uncertain future of the Pac-1…
  continue reading
 
The NFL is implementing new rules and also preparing for a Super Bowl that seeks to include everyone. Disability advocate Mark Raymond Jr. explains how he is working with New Orleans to improve access to the Big Game and discusses how stadiums and arenas are doing these days when it comes to inclusion. Plus, some college programs are struggling to …
  continue reading
 
Tom Brady is looking to become both the top TV analyst at Fox Sports and a minority owner of the Las Vegas Raiders, but the league has already imposed certain restrictions on his media access that make this an uphill climb. FOS newsletter writer David Rumsey thinks Brady may have to pick one pursuit and give up the other. Plus, we speak to Forbes' …
  continue reading
 
The NFLPA is suing DraftKings for $65 million, alleging that the sports betting operator is reneging on an NFT name, image and likeness deal from 2021. Front Office Sports breaking news reporter Margaret Fleming joins the show to explain why DraftKings might actually benefit from a judge ruling they broke the law. USA Swimming enjoyed new levels of…
  continue reading
 
NFL owners voted to allow private equity money into the league, opening up a new funding source and altering the league’s ownership rules. Front Office Sports newsletter writer Eric Fisher provides a report from the meetings that will likely soon reshape NFL ownership groups. Plus, we also look at the present and future of the Washington Commanders…
  continue reading
 
UConn is in talks with the Big 12 about a move to the conference, promising bigger spending on football if it makes the switch. Front Office Sports reporter Amanda Christovich joins to explain the proposal and what it’s going to take. Plus, FOS reporter Colin Salao explains the implications of Cooper Flagg aligning with New Balance before his first…
  continue reading
 
With college football stars often becoming major NFL contributors and athletes developing business and financial interests while still in school, the NFL is starting to see the effects of college’s NIL era. ESPN draft analyst Matt Miller joins the show to discuss how starting rookie quarterbacks are here to stay, the implications of players like Ca…
  continue reading
 
Week 0 of college football is here. Ben Stevens of SportsGrid joins the show to explore the major narratives of the first season with a conference map reshaped by realignment. We also look at how the 12-team College Football Playoff format could shift how teams operate and check in on the news of Iowa head coach Kirk Ferentz receiving a one-game su…
  continue reading
 
The WNBA showed its growth goes well beyond the star power of Caitlin Clark and Angel Reese with the Connecticut Sun and Los Angeles Sparks selling out the Celtics’ TD Garden. Sun play-by-play announcer Brendan Glasheen joins the show to give a first-hand account of the game and what it says about the league’s rise. He also chimes in on comments by…
  continue reading
 
Top-ranked American male tennis player Taylor Fritz joins the show to discuss the stage of the US Open and the Americans' tournament outlook. Fritz also says that tennis players “absolutely” should have a union, opines on the need for replay in tennis and reacts to the news of top-ranked Jannik Sinner failing a drug test. Plus, we check in on some …
  continue reading
 
Manchester City looks to extend its incredible run of Premier League dominance, but there may be one opponent they can’t stop: the Premier League’s judicial system. City is facing an investigation into its financial dealings with the potential outcomes ranging from no consequences to relegation. Men in Blazers founder Roger Bennett joins the show t…
  continue reading
 
Venu Sports faces a temporary injunction that is expected to prevent it from launching before the NFL season. However, the long-term picture may be more dire for the media company co-owned by Fox, Disney, and Warner Bros. Discovery. Front Office Sports contributor Daniel Kaplan explains the implications of the news. With the NFL season on the horiz…
  continue reading
 
The US Men’s National Team has reportedly hired a new coach: Mauricio Pochettino, formerly of Chelsea FC. We sit down with ‘Yanks Abroad’ host Will Balsam, who provides insight into the decision and what we should expect with Pochettino at the helm, as the US looks forward to hosting the 2026 World Cup. Plus, Colin Kaepernick has a coaching offer o…
  continue reading
 
NFL Network insider Ian Rapoport joins the show to discuss the holdouts of Haason Reddick, CeeDee Lamb, and Brandon Aiyuk, plus major changes to the NFL as we know it. RapSheet gives his take on new gameplay rules, private equity in the NFL, and the league’s gambling integration. We also get a breakdown of USA Gymnastics’ options regarding Jordan C…
  continue reading
 
The US could appeal the tenth of a point that denied Jordan Chiles a bronze medal all the way to the Swiss Supreme Court. However it ultimately resolves, both the US and IOC are setting new precedents regarding disputed medals. Meanwhile, FIBA shut down a potential game between Big3 All-Stars and Netherlands’ gold medal-winning 3-on-3 basketball te…
  continue reading
 
The NWSL signed a new CBA coming off its transformative set of $240 million media rights, while rumors emerged of MLS starting its own women's soccer league. Newsletter writer David Rumsey breaks down what we know about the NWSL’s new CBA and the wild rumor involving MLS. Plus we hear from Oakland Roots president Lindsay Barenz, following the team’…
  continue reading
 
The US women’s soccer team and the men and women’s basketball teams took home gold, but one US Olympian, gymnast Jordan Chiles, is being asked to return her bronze medal. Another Olympian, Jayson Tatum, is unsure if he wants to return after seeing limited minutes for Team USA. We also get the latest developments on the scandal involving Mississippi…
  continue reading
 
Road Trippin' is back for another Team USA basketball postgame live podcast - USA men's basketball (LeBron James, Kevin Durant, Steph Curry, Anthony Edwards, Anthony Davis, Devin Booker, Jayson Tatum and more) defeated France (Victor Wembanyama, Rudy Gobert, Evan Fournier, and more) in the Olympic Gold Medal match. Richard Jefferson, Allie Clifton,…
  continue reading
 
Warner Bros. Discovery is facing major challenges after its earnings report included a $9.1 billion write-down of the company’s value. We also hear from a relatively new player on the media scene, as Curtis Symonds, president of HBCU GO joins to discuss his vision for the company. Plus, a tragedy shook the CrossFit Games just hours into the event a…
  continue reading
 
Road Trippin' is back for another Team USA basketball postgame live podcast - USA men's basketball (LeBron James, Kevin Durant, Steph Curry, Anthony Edwards, Anthony Davis, Devin Booker, Jayson Tatum and more) completes the epic comeback in the Olympic semifinal vs Serbia. Richard Jefferson, Allie Clifton, Channing Frye, and ESPN's Kendrick Perkins…
  continue reading
 
This week we welcome J.B. Bickerstaff to the show - the new head coach of the Detroit Pistons! We had a really great convo with J.B., where he talked about his NBA head coaching journey, the Cleveland Cavaliers playoff series against Orlando Magic and his best friend head coach Jamahl Moseley, his approach to coaching Cade Cunningham and a young Pi…
  continue reading
 
The Olympics are surging in both ratings and public interest, and their star-studded cast is a big reason why. Legendary Broadcaster and Olympics Host Mike Tirico joins FOS Today to discuss the scene in Paris, and what goes into NBCs groundbreaking coverage for the Games. Plus, we take you to the "Huddle in the Hamptons", a FOS-hosted event that fe…
  continue reading
 
Barrick Prince, co-founder of the Creator Sports Network, joins to discuss a new strategy to appeal to younger audiences: make game broadcasts feel like TikToks. Prince describes why "altcasts" are the key to the next generation of sports fans. Plus, Noah Lyles wants a shoe deal with Adidas, swimmers are getting sick in the Seine, and the A's sell …
  continue reading
 
The IOC brought back 3-on-3 basketball for just the second time, with the United States having a disappointing performance from both the men's and women's team. Ice Cube, founder of the Big3 basketball league, discusses why he thinks he can form a better 3-on-3 basketball team than Team USA. Plus, Adam Kelly, IMG media president, spoke with Owen Po…
  continue reading
 
UConn star Paige Bueckers has signed a unique NIL deal with 3-on-3 women’s basketball league Unrivaled to become the first NCAA athlete ever to own equity in a sports league. Front Office Sports Reporter Margaret Fleming explains the significance of this moment, and why Bueckers is poised for a starlit career on and off the court. Plus, The Gist Co…
  continue reading
 
Road Trippin' is back for another Team USA basketball postgame live podcast from Wednesday afternoon - USA men's basketball (LeBron James, Kevin Durant, Anthony Edwards, and more) defeated Serbia South Sudan in it's second game of the 2024 summer Olympics in Paris! Richard Jefferson, Allie Clifton, Devin Harris, and ESPN's Kendrick Perkins are here…
  continue reading
 
Front Office Sports has learned that the WNBA’s TV deal could now eclipse $3 Billion, with the league looking to add additional partners. We spoke with FOS reporter Colin Salao about who those partners might be, and whether the WNBA will detach itself from the NBA in the future. Plus, AC Milan CEO Giorgio Furlani stopped by our studio to discuss th…
  continue reading
 
We have an incredible episode this week with Cleveland Cavaliers forward Georges Niang this week that you truly just need to see/listen to for yourself. In this hilarious episode with the Road Trippin’ crew (Richard Jefferson, Channing Frye, Allie Clifton) Niang discuss his “Minivan” nickname, his thoughts on the Cavs hiring Kenny Atkinson, what is…
  continue reading
 
The Olympics are experiencing a huge bump in viewership, and Scott Hanson’s ‘Gold Zone’ could be a big reason why. We broke down NBC’s new flagship show with Senior Reporter Michael McCarthy, who had the chance to speak with Hansen about the program’s early success. Plus, Bella Hadid speaks up about Adidas’ ad campaign, Joel Embiid doubles down, an…
  continue reading
 
Jaylen Brown and Grant Hill exchanged comments about the “conspiracy” behind USA Basketball. We sat down with FOS Reporter Colin Salao to discuss the invisible forces of Team USA and what’s next in this saga. Plus, the negative effects of legalized gambling in the US is starting to rear its head. Alex Schiffer has the latest on a new study that det…
  continue reading
 
Loading …

Quick Reference Guide