Best Joe Pompliano Podcasts (2024)

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The Secret Life Of Aaron Rodgers (with award-winning author Ian O'Connor) 30:32

1h ago30:32

30:32

Ian O'Connor's newest book details the fascinating life behind one of the NFL's greatest (and most complex) players, Aaron Rodgers. Ian takes me through how he decided to write a biography on Rodgers, how many people he reached out to for interviews (spoiler alert: it's 500!), where Rodgers’ personal life stands today, his regrets regarding comment…

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How A Small Company In Georgia Is Saving NFL Lives (And Making Millions Along The Way) 8:09

10h ago8:09

8:09

Today’s podcast explains why several NFL players are planning to wear Guardian Caps during regular season games, including how the company got started and what else the NFL is doing to protect its players from long-term brain damage. Ps. I recently launched a sports business community on Microsoft Teams. Join here: https://teams.live.com/l/communit…

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How EA Sports Secured A $500 Million Launch For Its College Football Video Game 7:45

3d ago7:45

7:45

Today's podcast breaks down the launch of EA Sports’ new college football video game, including how they brokered 12,000+ NIL deals and broke $500 million in sales in just four weeks. Enjoy! Ps. I recently launched a sports business community on Microsoft Teams. Join here: https://teams.live.com/l/community/FAAIJe0ERyXmJDuOQw…

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The PGA Tour's Creator Classic Could Attract Millions Of YouTube Golf Fans 6:28

5d ago6:28

6:28

Today’s podcast breaks down the PGA Tour’s upcoming Creator Classic, including the tournament’s format and participants, and what the PGA Tour is looking to accomplish. Enjoy! Ps. I recently launched a sports business community on Microsoft Teams. Join here: https://teams.live.com/l/community/FAAIJe0ERyXmJDuOQw…

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Why No One Wants To Host The Olympics Anymore 5:56

9d ago5:56

5:56

Today's podcast breaks down the economics behind this year’s Olympics, including why the International Olympic Committee is seeing fewer and fewer bids each 4-year cycle. Enjoy! Ps. I recently launched a sports business community on Microsoft Teams. Join here: https://teams.live.com/l/community/FAAIJe0ERyXmJDuOQw…

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Manchester United's New Stadium Could Bring The Club Billions In Additional Revenue 5:47

12d ago5:47

5:47

Today's podcast breaks down Manchester United's new stadium proposal, including how much money clubs like Tottenham and Real Madrid are making off their new stadiums. Enjoy! Ps. I recently launched a sports business community on Microsoft Teams. Join here: https://teams.live.com/l/community/FAAIJe0ERyXmJDuOQw…

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Monthly Mailbag: Boston Celtics Sale, F1 Power Units, Carlos Alcaraz's $200M Nike Deal, Cricket's U.S. Expansion, And More 19:45

13d ago19:45

19:45

Today’s podcast breaks down questions from our monthly mailbag, including an update on the Boston Celtics sale, how the sale/lease of power units works in Formula 1, Carlos Alcaraz’s $200 million Nike deal, cricket’s U.S. expansion, and more. Enjoy! Ps. I recently launched a sports business community on Microsoft Teams. Join here: https://teams.liv…

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Amazon's Poison Pill Ends TNT's 35-Year Relationship With The NBA 7:18

17d ago7:18

7:18

Today’s podcast breaks down the NBA’s new media rights deals, including why TNT’s matching rights were denied and what this means for the future of Warner Bros. Discovery. Enjoy! Ps. I recently launched a sports business community on Microsoft Teams. Join here: https://teams.live.com/l/community/FAAIJe0ERyXmJDuOQw…

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How AC Milan's Preseason Tour Lead To Record Sales And Audience Growth 5:59

19d ago5:59

5:59

Today’s podcast examines why the world’s biggest football clubs (AC Milan, Barcelona, Real Madrid, Manchester City, etc.) keep scheduling preseason matches in the United States. We’ll use AC Milan, specifically as an example, highlight how the club’s U.S. matches are leading to record sales and audience growth. Enjoy! Ps. I recently launched a spor…

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An Update On The NBA’s New Media Rights Deal (+ Why The WNBA's $2.2 Billion Payment Undervalues The Fast-Growing League) 7:57

22d ago7:57

7:57

Today’s podcast breaks down the NBA’s new media right deal, including a look at WBD’s matching process and why the WNBA’s share ($2.2 billion) significantly undervalues the league long-term. Enjoy! Ps. I recently launched a sports business community on Microsoft Teams. Join here: https://teams.live.com/l/community/FAAIJe0ERyXmJDuOQw…

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The NFL's Only Publicly-Owned Team Provides Insight Into Each Francises Annual Earnings 7:10

24d ago7:10

7:10

Today’s podcast breaks down the the Green Bay Packers annual financial report, including how much each NFL team is making, why asset management is becoming an increasingly large focus for teams, and the future of PE investing in sports. Enjoy! Ps. I recently launched a sports business community on Microsoft Teams. Join here: https://teams.live.com/…

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The Company Allowing Fans To Buy Stock In Their Favorite Athletes 35:49

27d ago35:49

35:49

Vestible is an investment platform that allows fans to by stock in their favorite athletes. The company’s co-founders (Parker Graham & Yves Batoba) join me to discuss how they came up with the idea, the regulation process, their first offering with Denver Broncos linebacker Baron Browning, how investors make money, future expansion ideas, and more.…

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Disastrous Copa América Final Has Many Second Guessing The 2026 World Cup 7:17

28d ago7:17

7:17

Today’s podcast provides a comprehensive overview of last night's chaotic Copa América Final, including who is to blame and what it means for future US events like the 2026 World Cup and 2028 Summer Olympics. Enjoy! Ps. I recently launched a sports business community on Microsoft Teams. Join here: https://teams.live.com/l/community/FAAIJe0ERyXmJDuO…

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How MLS Can Become The World’s Top Soccer League With Camilo Durana 25:10

1M ago25:10

25:10

Camilo Durana is the Executive Vice President, Apple Partnership, Properties, & Events at Major League Soccer and Soccer United Marketing. We discuss Lionel Messi’s impact on MLS, the state of the league’s partnership with Apple, Copa America, Leagues Cup, MLS attendance, and much more. Enjoy! Ps. I recently launched a sports business community on …

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The Details Behind Brad Pitt's $300 Million Formula 1 Movie 6:26

1M ago6:26

6:26

Today’s podcast breaks down the details behind Brad Pitt’s upcoming Formula 1 movie, including the film’s $300 million budget, Lewis Hamilton’s involvement, and much more. Enjoy! Ps. I recently launched a sports business community on Microsoft Teams. Join here: https://teams.live.com/l/community/FAAIJe0ERyXmJDuOQw…

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Why Wimbledon Leaves $100 Million On The Table 10:57

1M ago10:57

10:57

Today’s podcast breaks down the business and money behind Wimbledon, including the financials behind the sport’s most iconic event and why the hosting club leaves nearly $100 million annually on the table. Enjoy! Ps. I recently launched a sports business community on Microsoft Teams. Join here: https://teams.live.com/l/community/FAAIJe0ERyXmJDuOQw…

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The Boston Celtics Sale Will Break Records 8:16

1M ago8:16

8:16

The Boston Celtics are up for sale just two weeks after winning an NBA championship, potentially setting a new NBA record and raising the value of future expansion teams. Today’s podcast breaks it down. Enjoy! Ps. I recently launched a sports business community on Microsoft Teams. Join here: https://teams.live.com/l/community/FAAIJe0ERyXmJDuOQw…

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The NFL Has Been Ordered To Pay Its Fans $4.7 Billion (Here's What It Means) 11:07

1M ago11:07

11:07

Today's podcast breaks down the NFL's Sunday Ticket lawsuit, including why they lost, who will get paid, how much they will get paid, and what it means for the NFL's future. Enjoy! Ps. I recently launched a sports business community on Microsoft Teams. Join here: https://teams.live.com/l/community/FAAIJe0ERyXmJDuOQw…

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NWSL Commissioner Jessica Berman On The Growth Of Women’s Sports, The NWSL’s $240M Media Rights Deal, Rising Franchise Valuations, And More 29:34

2M ago29:34

29:34

Today’s podcast is a conversation with NWSL Commissioner Jessica Berman. We talk about the NWSL’s growth over the last few years, including the league’s new $240 million media rights deal, rising franchise valuations, expansion plans, and more. Enjoy! Ps. I recently launched a sports business community on Microsoft Teams. Join here: https://teams.l…

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JJ Redick Accepts Lakers Job, Sacrificing Upside At His Production Company 8:22

2M ago8:22

8:22

JJ Redick's production company has become increasing valuable over the years, hosting two of the most popular podcasts in sports. But now, he'll take a step back to coach the Lakers. Today’s episode breaks it down. Enjoy! Ps. I recently launched a sports business community on Microsoft Teams. Join here: https://teams.live.com/l/community/FAAIJe0ERy…

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Stephen A. Smith's Rocky Tenure At ESPN May End With A $20 Million Annual Salary 10:14

2M ago10:14

10:14

Stephen A. Smith is in the middle of contract negotiations with ESPN. Reports indicated he is asking for $25 million annually, while ESPN’s initial offer came in at $18 million annually. Today’s episode breaks down the details. Enjoy! Ps. I recently launched a sports business community on Microsoft Teams. Join here: https://teams.live.com/l/communi…

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Building A Billion-Dollar Apparel Brand With Rhone CEO Nate Checketts 40:11

2M ago40:11

40:11

Rhone Co-Founder and CEO Nate Checketts joins me for today’s podcast. We discuss how he started the company, their retail strategy, the cheapest and most effective ways to acquire customers, balancing work and family life, and much more. Enjoy! P.S. If you want to buy something from Rhone, use code “JPOMP20” for 20% off your order at rhone.com/jpom…

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How Tom Brady Is Preparing For His $375 Million NFL Broadcasting Career 9:26

2M ago9:26

9:26

From dry runs with Kevin Burkhardt to speech coaches and artificial intelligence, Tom Brady is more prepared for his first NFL broadcast than any analyst ever. Today’s episode breaks it down. Enjoy! Ps. I recently launched a sports business community on Microsoft Teams. Join here: https://teams.live.com/l/community/FAAIJe0ERyXmJDuOQw…

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How Bryson DeChambeau Became America’s Most Entertaining Golfer 12:58

2M ago12:58

12:58

Many people are saying Bryson DeChambeau is now popular because of his YouTube channel. However, much of the stuff he does on YouTube would have been allowed on the PGA Tour, and the real reason is much simpler. DeChambeau is a more fun, better, mature golfer than he ever was before. Ps. I recently launched a sports business community on Microsoft …

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The Money And Business Behind This Year's U.S. Open At Pinehurst 13:15

2M ago13:15

13:15

Today’s podcast breaks down the money and business behind this year’s U.S. Open at Pinehurst, including value of the land, ticket sales, USGA investment, rental home prices, and more. Enjoy! Ps. I recently launched a sports business community on Microsoft Teams. Join here: https://teams.live.com/l/community/FAAIJe0ERyXmJDuOQw…

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How UConn’s Dan Hurley Used The Media To Gain Leverage In Contract Negotiations 14:38

2M ago14:38

14:38

UConn men's basketball coach Dan Hurley has turned down a $70 million contract with the Los Angeles Lakers - but was he ever really considering it? Today's Podcast breaks down how Hurley used media connections to build leverage as he negotiates a new contract with UConn, which could make him the highest-paid coach in college basketball. Enjoy! Ps. …

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AC Milan Adds New NBA-Style Pitchside Seats, Further Accelerating Its Industry-Leading Growth Rate 7:52

2M ago7:52

7:52

Today’s podcast breaks down AC Milan’s new NBA-style pitchside seats, and a detailed explanation of how the Italian football club continues to grow its enterprise value. Enjoy! Ps. I recently launched a sports business community on Microsoft Teams. Join here: https://teams.live.com/l/community/FAAIJe0ERyXmJDuOQw…

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How PrizePicks Became North America’s Largest Daily Fantasy Sports Operator With CEO Adam Wexler 32:59

2M ago32:59

32:59

Adam Wexler is the CEO of PrizePicks, North America’s largest Daily Fantasy Sports (DFS) company with more than 5 million members. We talk about how PrizePicks got its first customers, the regulatory outlook, the financial benefits of free-to-play games, esports, and much more. Enjoy! Ps. I recently launched a sports business community on Microsoft…

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Monthly Mailbag: UFC 306, Mbappe's Move To Real Madrid, Caitlin Clark Drama, NBA Media Rights, And (Much) More 24:48

2M ago24:48

24:48

This month’s mailbag includes questions on UFC 306 at the Las Vegas Sphere, Caitlin Clark’s WNBA Drama, Kylian Mbappe’s move to Real Madrid, the economics of an F1 race, the Stanley Cup Final, and more. Enjoy! Ps. I recently launched a sports business community on Microsoft Teams. Join here: https://teams.live.com/l/community/FAAIJe0ERyXmJDuOQw…

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Breaking Down Tiger Woods’ New Clothing Brand, Caitlin Clark’s $28 Million Shoe Deal, And Much More With Sports Marketing Expert Jordan Rogers 37:52

3M ago37:52

37:52

Jordan Rogers is one of my favorite follows in all of sports. Rogers formerly led brand marketing for Nike Basketball in North America, but he has worked across many different parts of the business (football, women’s, etc.) and with many talented athletes (Kevin Durant, Odell Beckham Jr., Cristiano Ronaldo, etc.). We discuss Tiger Woods’ new clothi…

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Amateurism Is (Officially) Dead: Why The NCAA Has Agreed To Pay $2.7 Billion To Thousands Of Student Athletes With Michael Hendricks 32:17

3M ago32:17

32:17

The NCAA and the Power 5 conferences have agreed on a settlement that enables colleges to pay athletes for the first time ever. This is the most significant change we have ever seen in collegiate athletics, so Michael Hendricks joins me to break it down. We discuss the terms of the settlement, where the money will come from, the future of collectiv…

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How Sports Collectibles Became A $1 Billion Business With Ken Goldin 25:28

3M ago25:28

25:28

Ken Goldin is the Executive Chairman and Founder of Goldin Auctions, the leading marketplace for trading cards, collectibles, and memorabilia. We discuss how collectibles became such a big business, some of Ken’s favorite items, his Netflix show, investment firms entering the space, and much more. Enjoy! Ps. I recently launched a sports business co…

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Exclusive Details On The NBA’s Media Rights Negotiation With CNBC’s Alex Sherman 33:57

3M ago33:57

33:57

CNBC’s Alex Sherman joins me to discuss all things NBA media rights, including where things currently stand, the possibility of a 4th package including TNT, the legality of matching rights, TNT’s backup plan, the future of Inside The NBA, and much more. Enjoy! Ps. I recently launched a sports business community on Microsoft Teams. Join here: https:…

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The Monaco Grand Prix: Everything You Need To Know About F1's Most Iconic Event 17:16

3M ago17:16

17:16

Formula 1’s Monaco Grand Prix is one of the most exclusive events in all of sports, so today’s podcast breaks down the money and business behind the event. We talk through hosting fees, TV agreements, sponsorship contracts, hotel rates, tickets, yacht prices, and much more. Enjoy! Ps. I recently launched a sports business community on Microsoft Tea…

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Andrew Brandt Breaks Down Why NFL Players Are Ditching Agents, Marvin Harrison Jr.’s Fanatics Lawsuit, Chicago’s Stadium Deal, Netflix’s Approach To Live Sports, And More 1:13:26

3M ago1:13:26

1:13:26

Andrew Brandt is the former Vice President of the Green Bay Packers and one of the sharpest minds in sports business today. We discuss Caleb WIlliams not using an agent, Marvin Harrison Jr. lawsuit with Fanatics, Netflix paying $150 million for NFL games, the Chicago Bears NFL stadium deal, WNBA financials, Jared Goff’s recent contract extension, a…

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The NFL's Deal With Netflix Could Eventually Lead To A $100 Billion Payday 10:56

3M ago10:56

10:56

Netflix is paying $150 million for two NFL games on Christmas Day. But it's really part of the NFL's bigger plan to multiply media rights. Enjoy! Ps. I recently launched a sports business community on Microsoft Teams. Join here: https://teams.live.com/l/community/FAAIJe0ERyXmJDuOQwBy Joe Pompliano

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Adrian Newey's Next Move Could Be Worth Billions 10:21

3M ago10:21

10:21

Today’s podcast talks through speculation on Adrian Newey's next destination (and the financial impact that it would have). Enjoy! Ps. I recently launched a sports business community on Microsoft Teams. Join here: https://teams.live.com/l/community/FAAIJe0ERyXmJDuOQwBy Joe Pompliano

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The Chicago Bears New Downtown Stadium Is Nowhere Close To A Done Deal 11:09

3M ago11:09

11:09

The Chicago Bears are asking for one of the most generous stadium financing deals ever. But is it really just a negotiating tactic to get what they want in the suburbs? Today’s podcast breaks it down. Enjoy! Ps. I recently launched a sports business community on Microsoft Teams. Join here: https://teams.live.com/l/community/FAAIJe0ERyXmJDuOQw…

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ESPN BET Still Has A Long, Long Way To Go 10:12

3M ago10:12

10:12

Today’s podcast breaks down Penn Entertainment’s most recent earnings report, including ESPN BET’s performance. We talk through revenue, EBITDA, hold percentage, product enhancements, marketing spend, and much more. Enjoy! Ps. I recently launched a sports business community on Microsoft Teams. Join here: https://teams.live.com/l/community/FAAIJe0ER…

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Bryson Sullivan On Lando Norris’ First Win, Max Verstappen’s Pace, Lewis Hamilton’s Move To Ferrari, US Races, And More 54:36

3M ago54:36

54:36

Bryson Sullivan is an aerospace engineer and one of the smartest minds in Formula 1. We sat down to discuss last weekend’s Miami Grand Prix, including Lando Norris’ first-ever F1 win, and so much more. Enjoy! Ps. I recently launched a sports business community on Microsoft Teams. Join here: https://teams.live.com/l/community/FAAIJe0ERyXmJDuOQw…

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Why Top NFL Draft Picks Are Ditching Agents To Negotiate Their Own Deals 8:02

3M ago8:02

8:02

Caleb Williams and Marvin Harrison Jr. aren't using NFLPA-certified agents. Is this a one-off coincidence or a sign of bigger things to come? Today’s podcast breaks it down. Enjoy! Ps. I recently launched a sports business community on Microsoft Teams. Join here: https://teams.live.com/l/community/FAAIJe0ERyXmJDuOQw…

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The Premier League's Salary Cap Has American Influence Written All Over It 8:50

4M ago8:50

8:50

Today’s podcast breaks down the news that the English premier League will be adding a hard salary cap. We examine the details, talk through potential benefits and consequences, and we’ll even explore how this has American influence written all of it. Enjoy! Ps. I recently launched a sports business community on Microsoft Teams. Join here: https://t…

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Golf’s Viewership Problem Is More Than Just A Tiger Woods Problem 7:56

4M ago7:56

7:56

Golf fans want to blame viewership woes on LIV Golf and/or Tiger's absence. But the real problem goes much deeper...and it won't be easy to fix. Today’s podcast breaks it down. Enjoy! Ps. I recently launched a sports business community on Microsoft Teams. Join here: https://teams.live.com/l/community/FAAIJe0ERyXmJDuOQw…

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The Truth Behind Caitlin Clark’s $76,000 Annual Salary 16:07

4M ago16:07

16:07

Caitlin Clark will almost certainly be underpaid her entire WNBA career. But Clark’s dominance offers a more promising future for the league’s top players. Today’s podcast breaks down the numbers. Enjoy!Ps. I recently launched a sports business community on Microsoft Teams.Join here: https://teams.live.com/l/community/FAAIJe0ERyXmJDuOQw…

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The Inside Story of How Glen Taylor Sabotaged The Minnesota Timberwolves Sale 19:39

4M ago19:39

19:39

With Timberwolves owner Glen Taylor saying the team is no longer for sale after incoming owners Alex Rodriguez and Marc Lore missed a payment that would have given them majority control of the franchise, I decided to dig in. I’ve spent several weeks talking to sources across the NBA — executives, Timberwolves employees, sports bankers, lawyers, etc…

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How The Team Behind Chess.com Turned A $55,000 Domain Into A $100 Million Annual Revenue Business 33:54

4M ago33:54

33:54

Today’s podcast is with Erik Allebest, the co-founder and CEO of Chess.com. We discuss the growth of chess, how much the world’s best players make, the future of chess as a spectator sport, the qualities that set the best chess players apart, chess in virtual reality, building community, and more. Enjoy! Ps. I recently launched a sports business co…

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How The Miami Grand Prix Became Hard Rock Stadium's Most Lucrative Event 27:16

4M ago27:16

27:16

Today’s episode is a conversation with Tom Garfinkel (CEO of the Miami Dolphins and Hard Rock Stadium and Managing Partner of the Formula 1 Miami Grand Prix). We talk about how Miami landed America’s second Formula 1 race, the logistical challenges of building the racetrack, how much money the race makes compared to other events, and more. Enjoy! P…

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Guenther Steiner On The Growth Of Formula 1, The Responsibilities Of A Team Principal, Liberty Media, The Cost Cap, Developing US Drivers, And More 28:36

4M ago28:36

28:36

Today’s episode is a conversation with former Haas F1 team principal Guenther Steiner. We talk about the growth of Formula 1, Liberty Media, the cost cap, developing US drivers, the Miami Grand Prix, the economics of hosting a race, and more. Enjoy! Ps. I recently launched a sports business community on Microsoft Teams. Join here: https://teams.liv…

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How The Masters Became A $150 Million Annual Business + Several Interesting Facts About Golf’s Most Iconic Tournament 21:49

4M ago21:49

21:49

Today’s episode includes a laundry list of interesting facts about Augusta National and the Masters golf tournament. We dig into the business behind the tournament and several other things, too, like expansion plans, hospitality offerings, and more. Enjoy! Ps. I recently launched a sports business community on Microsoft Teams. Join here: https://te…

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Why A $100 Million Hedge Fund Is Targeting Phoenix Suns Owner Mat Ishbia 11:58

4M ago11:58

11:58

Hunterbrook Media is accusing Suns owner Mat Ishbia of potential fraud. But do they really care? Or is it just about making a profit? Today’s episode breaks it down. Enjoy! Ps. I recently launched a sports business community on Microsoft Teams. Join here: https://teams.live.com/l/community/FAAIJe0ERyXmJDuOQw…

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