'Sporticast' is a new podcast hosted by business journalists Scott Soshnick and Eben Novy-Williams from Sportico that will deliver the inside scoop on the intersection of money and sports. From billion-dollar valuations to team sales, sponsorship contracts and media rights, go behind the scenes on the deals that power the global sports economy. For more coverage and information, be sure to check out sportico.com
236 Available Episodes (236 Total)Average duration: 00:28:10
Apr 20, 2023
NBA Players to Invest in NBA Teams / Record NFL Deal
00:27:16
Scott and Eben discuss NBA players gaining the ability to invest in NBA teams. They also talk about the internet famous Cavinder twins leaving the NCAA, and Jalen Hurts’ record $255 million contract.
Commanders Sale Draws Closer, Netflix Streaming Mishap
00:28:42
Scott and Eben discuss the latest in the sale of the Washington Commanders, with Josh Harris’s group inching closer to a deal. They also take a sports angle to Netflix’s big “Love is Blind” streaming miss.
Josh Harris Inches Closer to Commanders, ManU Deadline Loom
00:26:16
Scott and Eben discuss the latest in the Washington Commanders sale, as Josh Harris’s group inches closer to a deal. They also talk about the Manchester United sale, and the upcoming NHL/NBA playoffs.
NWSL Commissioner Jessica Berman Talks Record Expansion, Private Equity
00:34:45
Scott and Eben speak with NWSL commissioner Jessica Berman about the women’s soccer league’s new record expansion sale, the growth of women’s sports, and the increase of private equity ownership across U.S. leagues.
MJ Ends Long-Time Brief Sponsorship, Snoop FaZe’d Out
00:33:20
Scott and Eben discuss Michael Jordan’s quiet separation from Hanes brand, a sponsor of his for 30+ years. They also talk about Snoop Dogg’s exit from FaZe Clan, NWSL expansion, and the completed NCAA basketball tournaments.
Scott and Eben discuss the latest with Major League Baseball, whose season starts Thursday. They also talk about a potential sale of IMG Academy, and a new NFL joint venture.
Inside a $100 Million Women’s Sports Investment Fund
00:34:48
Scott and Eben speak with Monarch Collective managing partners Kara Nortman and Jasmine Robinson about their new fund, which is aiming to raise $100 million to invest in women’s sports.
World Watches Baseball Classic / Commanders Sale Adds Magic
00:31:35
Scott and Eben discuss a storybook ending to the World Baseball Classic. They also talk about the looming Commanders sale, Rick Pitino, and Fanatics grabbing NHL jerseys.
Scott and Eben break down the first week of the NCAA basketball tournament, plus the debate over the World Baseball Classic and Michael Jordan possibly selling the Hornets.