• Bloomberg Business of Sports

  • By: Bloomberg
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Bloomberg Business of Sports

By: Bloomberg
  • Summary

  • Michael Barr, Scarlet Fu and Damian Sassower follow the money in the world of sports, taking listeners inside decisions that power the multibillion dollar industry. From media and technology to finance and real estate, leagues and teams across the globe have matured into far more than just back-page entertainment. The show explains the money behind the final score.

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Episodes
  • Salt Lake City Sports Growth, Multi-Billion Dollar Venues
    Apr 19 2024

    Join hosts Scarlet Fu and Damian Sassower for a look at some of the latest headlines and stories in the business of sports.

    With the NFL Draft coming up, former pro linebacker and Athletes.org co-founder Brandon Copeland joins to talk about how his firm helps college athletes better understand their finances, plus shares his predictions for the draft.

    Real Salt Lake President John Kimball discusses the growth of soccer in the US and the growth of sports in Salt Lake City, as the world reacts to the NHL's Coyotes relocating from Arizona to Utah's capital.

    Oak View Group chairman and CEO Tim Leiweke joins to discuss the opening of his company's newest venue in Manchester, UK and the massive live entertainment venue industry.

    Plus, a look at the latest episode of "The Deal with Alex Rodriguez and Jason Kelly", featuring former NFL star receiver, Larry Fitzgerald.

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    39 mins
  • Augusta to Arabia: Golf's Ever-Changing Landscape
    Apr 12 2024

    Join hosts Michael Barr, Scarlet Fu and Damian Sassower for a look at some of the latest headlines and stories in the business of sports.

    Bloomberg News municipal finance reporter Amanda Albright discusses her story on how former MLB All-Star Frank White helped to upend a $2 billion ballpark and entertainment district project in Kansas City.

    Then, Bloomberg Originals chief correspondent Jason Kelly reflects on his conversation with US soccer legend Brandi Chastain, from the latest episode of "The Deal with Alex Rodriguez and Jason Kelly."

    Bloomberg Businessweek contributor and sportswriter Alan Shipnuck details his feature story on the PGA and LIV Golf, "Everyone Is Rich, No One Is Happy. The Pro Golf Drama Is Back."

    Plus, MLB Hall of Famer and Atlanta Braves legend Tom Glavine joins to talk April baseball and golf, ahead of the upcoming "Invited Celebrity Classic" tournament.

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    38 mins

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