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Michael Barr, Vanessa Perdomo 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 games.
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- Today38 min
Knicks-Spurs Finals Clash Elevates Jalen Brunson to NYC Royalty
Join hosts Michael Barr, Vanessa Perdomo and Randall Williams for a look at some of the latest headlines and stories in the business of sports. The New York Knicks reaching the NBA Finals for the first time this century and facing emerging superstar Victor Wembanyama promises to become one of the most-watched championships in league history. In his second season, the 22-year-old Wembanyama is making a case to be the next face of the league, Kosner said. His unique mix of size and skill — he’s the league’s best shot-blocker while also a skilled shooter and ballhandler — has led him to be nicknamed “The Alien.” The Knicks have their own superstar in Jalen Brunson, a crafty 6-foot-2 guard who could make a claim on being the league’s biggest star by leading New York to its first title in more than 50 years.This week's show features: Randall Williams on the road as he travels to cover the NBA Finals firsthand Joe Perello, former New York City Chief Marketing Officer See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
- Yesterday33 min
Business of Soccer: Napoli Potentially Becoming Next $2 Billion Sports City
Join host Vanessa Perdomo for a special edition of the Bloomberg Business of Soccer as she speaks with Matt Rizzetta, the founder and managing partner of Underdog Global Partners. He is the owner of multiple sports franchises across Italy including Campobosso FC, Donna Roma and Napoli Basketball. Rizzetta has had conversations with the owners of SSC Napoli about building the brand of Napoli into a true global juggernaut.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
- 1 weeks ago39 min
'The Messi Effect' with The Athletic's Paul Tenorio & SailGP's Andrew Thompson
Join hosts Michael Barr, Vanessa Perdomo and Randall Williams for a look at some of the latest headlines and stories in the business of sports.This week's show features: Paul Tenorio, senior writer at The Athletic and author of "The Messi Effect" on how soccer superstar Lionel Messi changed the sport & how the upcoming FIFA World Cup could boost the sport even more in the US Andrew Thompson, managing director at SailGP on the upcoming Mubadala New York Sail Grand Prix See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
- 2 weeks ago37 min
Indy 500, The 'Double', First Women's Sports Franchise to Hit $1 Billion
Join hosts Michael Barr, Vanessa Perdomo and Randall Williams for a look at some of the latest headlines and stories in the business of sports.This week's show features: Indycar President Doug Boles on the 110th running of the Indianapolis 500. Professional auto racing driver Katherine Legge on becoming the first woman to attempt the racing double this weekend Golden State Valkyries president Jess Smith on becoming the first woman’s sports franchise in history to be valued at a $1 billion. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
- 3 weeks ago39 min
MLB Legend Mariano Rivera & LAFC Co-President Larry Freedman
Join hosts Michael Barr, Vanessa Perdomo and Randall Williams for a look at some of the latest headlines and stories in the business of sports. This week's show features: Mariano Rivera, five-time World Series Champion, World Series MVP and New York Yankees legend from the Latinos in Sports event in Miami Tom Glick, CEO of Hometown Soccer Holdings, a joint venture between MLS and KKR to accelerate the growth of pro soccer in the US through MLS NEXT Pro Larry Freedman, LAFC President and co-chair of the Los Angeles Host Committee on preparations for the FIFA World Cup See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
- 4 weeks ago37 min
WNBA Legend and Future Hall of Famer Candance Parker on New Season
Join host Vanessa Perdomo and Michael Barr for a look at some of the latest headlines and stories in the business of sports.WNBA Legend and Future Hall of Famer Candance Parker speaks with Vanessa Padermo and Randall Williams.They discussed the start of the WNBA season, after a contentious offseason regarding the CBA that created a lot of uncertainty if the season would start on time. Candace also talked about her career traveling back and forth between playing in the WNBA and overseas where they were given private jets, private drivers and paid seven figure salaries, while back in the US the conditions weren’t even close. Now under a new CBA, players are getting the treatment they’ve been fighting for.On this episode, we also hear from:- Rog Bennett, Founder of Men In Blazers and Author of ‘We Are the World Cup’ on his new book. The Men in Blazers network is the one of the biggest independently run soccer media networks.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
- May 1, 202638 min
Churchill Downs CEO on Kentucky Derby Weekend, F1 Returns to Miami
Join hosts Michael Barr, Vanessa Perdomo and Randall Williams for a look at some of the latest headlines and stories in the business of sports. This week’s show features: Bill Carstanjen, CEO of Churchill Downs Inc., on how the Kentucky Derby has evolved past the race itself. Ayao Komatsu, Haas F1 Team Principal, on the Formula 1 Grand Prix’s return to Miami and the sport’s rising popularity in the US. Alberto Perlman, CEO of Zumba Fitness, on the longevity of the largest branded fitness program in the world. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
- Apr 25, 202638 min
The NFL Draft Hits Pittsburgh, Boston Prepares for the World Cup
Join hosts Michael Barr, Vanessa Perdomo and Randall Williams for a look at some of the latest headlines and stories in the business of sports.This week's show features: Matt Smith, Chief Growth Officer of the Allegheny Conference on Community Development on Pittsburgh hosting the NFL draft Greg Ryan, Bloomberg News Boston money and power reporter on the city's transformation in anticipation of hosting the FIFA World Cup Tom Coughlin, two-time Super Bowl winning former New York Giants head coach on the Tom Coughlin Jay Fund. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
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About Bloomberg Business of Sports
Michael Barr, Vanessa Perdomo 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 games.
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