Ryan Glasspiegel on Vrabel-Russini, NBA Ratings, Steve Kerr as Broadcaster
In this episode, host Ryan Glasspiegel and guest Ryan Glass, a sports‑media critic, dissect the ongoing Mike Vrabel‑Diana Russini scandal, examining how the NFL, the Patriots, and the media have managed the story and why it remains a dominant talking point. They also touch on broader sports‑media trends, including the NBA’s fluctuating TV ratings and the surprising prospect of former coach Steve Kerr moving into a broadcasting role. Throughout, Glass offers insider perspectives on the power dynamics within sports organizations and the ethical challenges journalists face when covering sensational stories.
Should Broadcast Networks Scrap Entertainment Programming?
The episode examines the stark divergence between sports and entertainment programming on broadcast networks, highlighting that NFL viewership has risen 30% over 20 years while non‑sports primetime audiences have fallen more than 75%. It argues that because sports, especially the...
Global Soccer: “A Broken System With Staggering Losses”
In this episode of The Sportacast, hosts Scott Soschnick and Eben Novy‑Williams dissect the financial turmoil plaguing global soccer, noting that while overall sports franchise values are rising, top European clubs are slipping down the global rankings. They explore why...
SBJ Morning Buzzcast: April 22, 2026
The episode covers three major sports business developments: record NWSL expansion fees with Haslam Sports Group paying $205 million for a Columbus franchise and a $165 million fee for an Atlanta team, Churchill Downs’ $85 million acquisition of the Preakness and Black-Eyed‑Susan Stakes...
Team Liquid, Shikenso Extend Partnership for Five Years
Team Liquid has renewed its five‑year partnership with AI‑driven sponsorship analytics firm Shikensow, keeping the platform in place to track and measure sponsor exposure across streams, broadcasts, and social media. The agreement, whose financial terms were not disclosed, underscores Team...
The Padres Are a Unicorn MLB Business / Nike Walks Back Ad
In this episode Scott Soschnick and Evan Novy-Williams dissect the San Diego Padres' recent $3.9 billion sale, the most expensive MLB franchise ever, and explore why the team is a rare "unicorn" in baseball business. They highlight the Padres' surprisingly strong...
Hero Esports to Stage Second Asian Champions League in Shanghai, with $365K Prize Pool and EWC Berths at Stake
Hero Esports announced the second Asian Champions League (ACL) in Shanghai, running May 1-24, featuring Dota 2, Counter‑Strike 2, and Mobile Legends: Bang Bang with a total prize pool of $365,000. The event offers direct qualification slots to the 2026 Esports World...
LIV Golf Faces Uncertain Future / Amazon’s NBA Mishap
In this episode, Scott Soschnick and Evan Novy‑Williams dissect the precarious financial future of LIV Golf, noting that Saudi Arabia’s Public Investment Fund (PIF) may be reconsidering its multi‑billion‑dollar backing amid mounting losses, player departures, and the broader geopolitical fallout...
America’s Love-Hate Relationship with (Sports) Betting | In the Game
The episode explores the rapid rise of sports betting in the United States, highlighting that roughly $200 billion will be wagered this year and over 50 million adults—about one‑fifth of the adult population—are active bettors, most of them young men under 30....
Nike’s Reality Check
The episode examines Nike’s ongoing turnaround under CEO Elliot Hill, focusing on flat Q3 sales, investor impatience, and the brand’s struggle to craft a compelling narrative despite strong product innovation and scale. BOF analyst Mike Sykes highlights modest wins in...
SBJ Morning Buzzcast: April 15, 2026
The SBJ Morning Buzzcast highlighted the latest sports media metrics, including a record 14 million viewers for the Masters final round, and discussed the rapid fallout of journalist Diana Rossini’s resignation. Panelists previewed the CAA World Congress of Sports agenda, featuring...
LIV Golf’s Gambit to Rewrite Global Sports, with Scott O’Neil
In this episode, Bob Safian talks with Scott O’Neill, CEO of LIV Golf, about the league’s disruptive model that blends team‑based competition with traditional individual play, rapid global expansion, and a high‑stakes financial structure backed by Saudi Arabia’s Public Investment...
DOJ Launches Antitrust Case Against NFL & Airlines Jack Up Bag Fees
The Brew Daily Show discussed the Department of Justice’s new antitrust investigation into the NFL’s fragmented, subscription‑heavy broadcast model, highlighting how fans could spend nearly $1,000 a year to watch every game. Hosts explained the historical Sports Broadcasting Act exemption,...
The Masters Meets Amazon Prime Video; Is More Basketball Better for the NCAA Tournaments?; And Gideon Cohen Dishes on What...
The episode covers three main topics: Amazon Prime Video’s debut as a media partner for the early rounds of the Masters and its potential long‑term ambitions in golf; the performance and future of NCAA basketball tournaments, including the rise of...
SBJ Morning Buzzcast: April 7, 2026
The episode highlights the Big Ten’s historic sweep of national titles across multiple sports, underscoring its competitive dominance and financial strength. It examines the NCAA’s defense of the women’s basketball double‑regional format, noting record attendance and $4.4 million in tournament revenue,...
Angel Reese Blockbuster, Plus UCLA Women Win First NCAA Title
In this episode of the New Blood Sports Business Podcast, hosts Scott Soschnick and Evan Novy‑Williams dissect the blockbuster trade of Angel Reese to the Atlanta Dream, exploring how her star power and massive social media following can revitalize a...
Michael Jordan, Tiger Woods and the Highest Paid Athletes Ever
In this episode of The Sportacast, hosts Scott Sashnik and Eben Novi‑Williams dive into the world’s highest‑paid athletes, highlighting Michael Jordan’s unparalleled earnings, Tiger Woods, Cristiano Ronaldo, LeBron James, and Lionel Messi. They discuss how Jordan’s Jordan Brand generates roughly...
Final Four Ratings Preview, March Madness Announcer Reviews, MLB-Netflix, WNBA, Tiger and More
The episode dissects the surprising UConn upset over Duke and its impact on the Final Four ratings, highlighting how teams like Michigan, Arizona, and Illinois boost viewership despite UConn’s historically low draw. Hosts John Lewis and Armand Brody debate the...
Sports Business Radio Road Show Presented by Boingo at Citi Field
The episode features Oscar Fernandez, SVP of Technology for the New York Mets, and James Binesh, VP of Ballpark Experience, discussing how Citi Field leverages cutting‑edge technology to enhance the fan experience. Key initiatives include facial‑recognition ticketing, a 4K control...
Would the NFL Approve Elon Musk the Owner? Plus, a Seattle NFL-NBA Double
In this episode, Scott Sashner and Eben Novy‑Williams dissect the recent sale of the WNBA Connecticut Sun to Houston Rockets owner Tilman Fertitta for about $300 million and explore why local bids from Boston and Hartford fell short. They then pivot...
NCAA Men’s Tournament Numbers Start Hot; Elle Duncan on Her Move to Netflix; and How Sportradar Is Giving Your Telecasts...
The episode opens with a look at record‑setting March Madness viewership, noting a 7% rise for the men’s Sweet 16 and a 3% increase for the women’s tournament, driven in part by advanced data analytics that help track out‑of‑home audiences....
SBJ Morning Buzzcast: March 24, 2026
The episode covers several hot topics in sports business: the WNBA’s near‑finalized collective bargaining agreement granting players a 20% revenue share and a $7 million salary cap, record‑breaking viewership for the men’s NCAA tournament, Seattle’s Kraken owner consolidating control of Climate...
Jennifer Van Dijk - President Boston Legacy FC (NWSL)
In this episode of Sports Business Radio, host Brian Berger interviews Jennifer Van Dijk, president of the NWSL’s Boston Legacy FC, about the team’s record‑breaking inaugural match that drew over 30,000 fans at Gillette Stadium and the broader challenges of...