Host Joe Pompliano breaks down the most interesting topics in sports business. From athlete investments to media rights deals, you'll leave each episode more in...
How FIFA Rigged Its Process for Saudi Arabia to Host the 2034 World Cup
Today's podcast breaks down how FIFA rigged its process for Saudi Arabia to host the 2034 World Cup of men's soccer. I look at the strategic moves FIFA made to set up Saudi Arabia as the only viable 2034 bidder, how Saudi Arabia financially influenced FIFA over the past few years, the details of Saudi Arabia's 2034 bid, and much more. Enjoy!
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How McLaren Went From the Brink of Bankruptcy to Formula 1 World Champions
Today's podcast recounts how McLaren's F1 team went from near bankruptcy to winning the 2024 Formula 1 Constructors Championship. I break down Zak Brown's path to becoming McLaren Racing CEO in 2018, how Brown turned the F1 team's failing business into a $2.65 billion juggernaut, the strategic moves McLaren made over the past six years to get back to the top of F1, and much more. Enjoy!
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Why Bill Belichick Chose North Carolina Over the NFL
Today's podcast looks at how Bill Belichick's deal to become the head football coach at the University of North Carolina came together. I go through the process that led to Belichick's hiring at UNC, why Belichick ultimately chose UNC over the NFL, and why I think Belichick could succeed in college football. Enjoy!
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Juan Soto's $765 Million Contract is a Bad Deal (But Steve Cohen Doesn't Care)
Today's episode breaks down Juan Soto's record $765 million contract with the New York Mets. I look at all the details behind this massive deal, including how the negotiations played out, the way Soto's agent Scott Boras ran the free agency process, New York Mets owner Steve Cohen's relentless pursuit to sign Soto, and why I think this is ultimately a bad deal for the New York Mets. Enjoy!
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How Sports Team Owners Made Millions Off Taylor Swift's $2 Billion Eras Tour
Today's podcast breaks down the impact Taylor Swift's $2 billion Eras Tour had on multiple sports team owners. I analyze the economic impact Swift's Eras Tour shows had on a dozen sports team-owned stadiums around the globe, how much revenue these venues generated from rent, concessions and merchandise for Eras Tour concerts, why non-sporting events like a Taylor Swift show are so important to these teams' business models, and much more. Enjoy!
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Host Joe Pompliano breaks down the most interesting topics in sports business. From athlete investments to media rights deals, you'll leave each episode more informed about the business and money behind sports. Join hundreds of thousands of others and start listening today!
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