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Join host Vanessa Perdomo as she speaks to some of the key players, leaders and newsmakers in the world of soccer ahead of the FIFA World Cup coming to the US in 2026.
On this edition, Vanessa speaks with:
- Legendary broadcaster Andres Cantor
- Dan Corso, President of the Atlanta Sports Council and head of the Atlanta World Cup Host Committee and Tim Zulawski, President of AMB Sports and EntertainmentSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
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Join hosts Michael Barr and Vanessa Perdomo for a look at some of the latest headlines and stories in the business of sports.
Bloomberg News senior reporter Kim Bhasin joins to do a check in on the sneaker industry. He discusses his reporting on New Balance relaunching its basketball business with new NBA top draft selection Cooper Flagg as a big part of its efforts, plus how Nike's latest upbeat forecast suggests that CEO Elliott Hill's plans for the brand might be starting to work.
Then, Bloomberg US sports business reporter Randall Williams joins to discuss the WNBA's plans to add three teams in Cleveland, Detroit and Philadelphia with a record expansion fee.
Plus, a special conversation with Klutch Sports founder and CEO Rich Paul about his latest project with Masterclass.
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Join hosts Michael Barr, Damian Sassower and Vanessa Perdomo for a look at some of the latest headlines and stories in the business of sports.
The Oklahoma City Thunder’s Game 7 win Sunday over the Indiana Pacers delivered the most-watched NBA finals game in six years, Walt Disney Co.’s ESPN said. The Thunder’s 103-91 victory averaged 16.4 million viewers, the network said in a statement Monday, citing Nielsen data. The entire series averaged 10.3 million viewers per game, the least since 2021.
Bloomberg US sports business reporter Randall Williams joins to discuss this year’s finals and some of the other big headlines in the NBA, including Cooper Flagg going first in the NBA Draft. Then, Michael Israel, Chief Information & Technology Officer of the Kraft Group joins to discuss some of the innovations he’s helping to spearhead across the company and including at Gillette Stadium and how Kraft Group is using artificial intelligence.
Then, Oklahoma City Mayor David Holt joins to talk about the Thunder bringing an NBA championship to his town, what it took to bring an NBA franchise there to begin with and what the team’s success means going forward.
Plus, we hear a portion of the latest episode of “The Deal with Alex Rodriguez and Jason Kelly”, featuring Bridgewater founder Ray Dalio and legendary football coach Bill Belichick.
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Join hosts Michael Barr, Damian Sassower and Vanessa Perdomo for a look at some of the latest headlines and stories in the business of sports.
The Los Angeles Lakers, the storied National Basketball Association franchise that’s won 17 championships, second only to the Boston Celtics, will be sold at a record $10 billion valuation, according to people familiar with the discussions. The Buss family has agreed to sell its majority stake to Los Angeles Dodgers owner and Guggenheim Partners LLC Chief Executive Officer Mark Walter, the people said. The pricetag crushes the record for a professional sports team set in March by the Celtics, which were purchased for $6.1 billion by a group led by Bill Chisholm. Before the Celtics sale, the Washington Commanders of the National Football League were sold to a group led by Apollo Management co-founder Josh Harris for $6.05 billion. Bloomberg global business reporter Ira Boudway joins to discuss.
Blake Walker of Arcis Golf joins to talk about his company acquiring three clubs in the Atlanta-area, adding to the footprint of the second-biggest owner and operator of US golf facilities.
Then, Vanessa Perdomo sits down with Fabien Allegre, chief brand officer of Paris Saint-Germain football club about its participation in the FIFA Club World Cup, and how it's growing in the US.
Plus, Ice Cube returns to talk about BIG3's growth as its new season gets underway.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
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On the first edition of the Business of Soccer, Vanessa Perdomo speaks with US Soccer CEO and Secretary General JT Batson and DAZN CEO of Growth Markets, Pete Oliver.
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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.
A federal judge’s final approval of the NCAA’s $2.8 billion settlement with student-athletes won’t quell all the antitrust threats for the sports organization as it seeks to provide stability in college sports. Bloomberg's antitrust reporter Katie Arcieri joins to discuss.
Then, Vanessa Perdomo sits down with DAZN's CEO of Growth Markets Pete Oliver to talk about the opportunity the streaming company sees in soccer and how it's carrying FIFA Club World Cup games this weekend around the globe.
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Join hosts Michael Barr, Damian Sassower and Vanessa Perdomo for a look at some of the latest headlines and stories in the business of sports.
Marty Edel, co-chair of the Goulston & Storrs sports law practice and adjunct professor of law at Columbia Law joins to break down some of the latest legal headlines in sports, including the battle for player compensation in college sports and the MLB recently ruling to allow Pete Rose into the Hall of Fame.
Toronto Raptors president and vice-chairman Masai Ujiri joins to talk the latest headlines in the NBA, his team and how he's growing basketball in Africa and using the game to empower young people through his Giants of Africa.
Plus, listen to a special conversation Vanessa Perdomo has with US Soccer CEO and Secretary General JT Batson ahead of the Concacaf Gold Cup and in anticipation of the US hosting the FIFA World Cup in 2026.
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Join hosts Michael Barr, Damian Sassower and Vanessa Perdomo for a look at some of the latest headlines and stories in the business of sports.
Bloomberg Business of Sports Reporter Randall Williams details the latest private equity investments into NFL franchises.
Bloomberg Sports Reporter Vanessa Perdomo speaks with former FC Barcelona star Gerard Pique and Kings League CEO Djamel Agaoua on the rising popularity of the seven on seven soccer league, which was launched in 2022.
Gillian Zucker, CEO of Halo Sports and Entertainment and President of Business Operations for the LA Clippers, joins to discuss the successful first season for the tech-heavy Intuit Dome.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
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Join hosts Michael Barr, Damian Sassower and Vanessa Perdomo for a look at some of the latest headlines and stories in the business of sports.
Amazon is betting big on sports for Prime Video and its excited for this year's slate of Thursday Night Football games on the platform. Bloomberg News media reporter Hannah Miller joins the team to talk about Prime Video's growing sports programming stable with Jay Marine, Amazon's VP and global head of Prime Video Sports.
Then, it's all about racing. Vanessa Perdomo sits down with NASCAR racer Katherine Legge to talk about her career and diversity in racing.
And we get ready for Sunday's Indianapolis 500 with IndyCar and Indianapolis Motor Speedway president Doug Boles.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
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Join hosts Michael Barr, Damian Sassower and Vanessa Perdomo for a look at some of the latest headlines and stories in the business of sports.
The new WNBA season is just getting underway, following their most successful season yet. Thayer Lavielle, managing director of The Collective, Wasserman's dedicated women-focused, global impact and advisory business joins to talk about the growth of women's sports and how leagues and players can capitalize on the growing popularity of women's athletics.
Then, Noah Basketball CEO John Carter joins to discuss his company's unique on-court basketball data technology, which provides real-time feedback to players on their shooting.
Plus, listen in on a special conversation Bloomberg Originals chief correspondent Jason Kelly and Vanessa had with Monumental Sports & Entertainment CEO, as well as Washington Capital and Wizards owner Ted Leonsis. He talks about women's sports and what's next for Capital One Arena in the heart of DC as undergoes renovationsSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
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Join hosts Michael Barr, Scarlet Fu and Vanessa Perdomo for a look at some of the latest headlines and stories in the business of sports.
Kim Bhasin, Bloomberg News reporter covering athletes and celebrities, details plans from youth sports property and events manager Unrivaled Sports to raise $120 million in a funding round led by the venture arm of retailer Dick’s Sporting Goods Inc.
Then, Shawn Quill, the Sports Industry Leader at KPMG US, examines the rise of institutional capital in both professional and college sports, the business case for it, as well as how these investments are changing the consumer and fan experience.
Plus, Kohler Chair and CEO David Kohler details his family-owned company's involvement in the PGA WORKS Collegiate Championship, formerly known as the National Minority College Championship. Kohler, the maker of household fixtures and furniture, owns Whistling Straits golf course in Wisconsin, where the tournament is being held.
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Join hosts Michael Barr, Damian Sassower and Vanessa Perdomo for a look at some of the latest headlines and stories in the business of sports.
Former New York Giants quarterback Eli Manning is putting together an investment group to bid for a piece of the National Football League team, according to people with knowledge of the matter. Bloomberg US sports business reporter Randall Williams joins to break down Manning's reported bid and who else might be involved.
WNBA star and Las Vegas Aces guard Jewell Loyd joins to talk about her recent acquisition of lending platform Help With My Loan through her single-family office, Loyd & Co., plus her mission-driven financial firm co-founded with her brother, Jarryd Loyd.Plus, a check in on pickleball's growth with Major League Pickleball commissioner Samin Odhwani.
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Join hosts Michael Barr and Vanessa Perdomo for a look at some of the latest headlines and stories in the business of sports.
The Atlanta Braves, the country’s only publicly traded Major League Baseball team, is facing off against the US tax code in a lonely battle that threatens to cost the franchise millions. Bloomberg News Finance reporter Bill Allison on the Atlanta Brave’s tax-hike battle over player pay.
Then, David Abrams, founding partner of private equity firm Velocity Capital Management, and Unique Sports Group CEO Will Salthouse on Velocity's recently announced investment into USG, a leading football (soccer) talent representation agency based in the UK.
Plus, Matchroom Boxing Chairman Eddie Hearn on the state of the sweet science, his promotion's big event next week in NYC, as well as the emergence of one of the world's top fighter's, Jaron "Boots" Ennis
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Join hosts Michael Barr and Vanessa Perdomo for a look at some of the latest headlines and stories in the business of sports.
The WNBA's Dallas Wings drafted rising star Paige Bueckers on draft night this past week. Bloomberg US sports business reporter Randall Williams was at the draft and joined to talk about the WNBA's bright future - and how players are still working to get a pay raise.
Then, Dallas Mavericks GM Nico Harrison was part of a media-only event and talked about the team's choice to trade away fan favorite Luka Doncic. Bloomberg Dallas bureau chief Julie Fine was in attendance and shared her reaction to the press event. We also hear her conversation with Dallas Stars President and CEO Brad Alberts
. Plus, former NFL pro, executive director of NFL FLAG and RCX Sports CEO Izell Reese joins to discuss the future of flag football and participation in youth sports.
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Join hosts Michael Barr, Damian Sassower and Vanessa Perdomo for a look at some of the latest headlines and stories in the business of sports.
For the first time in the 10-year history of Bloomberg's March Madness bracket challenge, there is a back-to-back winner: dating app Bumble founder Whitney Wolfe Herd. Vanessa discusses this year's challenge that sees entrants donate money to charity. Plus, we recap this year's NCAA tournament.
Then, Bloomberg News global business reporter Ira Boudway joins to break down his reporting on the growing divide between the MLB's wealthiest franchises and those with smaller payrolls and how it impacts play on the field.
Finally, VOW founder and CEO Jennifer Brisman joins to discuss her company's BSB event and guest management platform, the "experience economy" and how they use technology geared at improving the live sports experience.
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Join hosts Michael Barr, Scarlet Fu, Damian Sassower and guest host Vanessa Perdomo for a look at some of the latest headlines and stories in the business of sports.
Bloomberg News global business of sports reporter Randall Williams reports on the biggest developments to come out of the annual NFL owners meetings, including the league's plans to launch men’s and women’s pro flag football leagues as early as next year.
Then, Bloomberg News business of sports reporter Vanessa Perdomo sits down with Learfield President and CEO Cole Gahagan to discuss his leadership plans and broader vision for one of the largest sports media and technology companies in college athletics.
Plus, Sports journalist and author Ann Liguori looks ahead to the 2025 Masters and discusses the state of golf as the saga between the PGA and the Saudi-backed LIV tour continues on an uncertain path.
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Join hosts Michael Barr, Scarlet Fu, Damian Sassower and guest host Vanessa Perdomo for a look at some of the latest headlines and stories in the business of sports.
Former MLB All Star and MLB Network lead studio analyst Harold Reynolds joins to help celebrate the return of big league baseball. He shares his thoughts on some of the top storylines heading into the year.
Then, we dive into the latest research from Bloomberg Intelligence with Bloomberg Intelligence technology and media analysts Geetha Ranganathan and Kevin Near on the value of NCAA Tournament programming and StubHub’s recently announced IPO plans.
Plus, ImpactX Sports Group chairman and CEO Xavier Gutierrez details some of the biggest projects at his private investment and strategic advisory firm and where he sees the biggest moves in sports-related investing.
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Join hosts Michael Barr, Damian Sassower and guest host Vanessa Perdomo for a look at some of the latest headlines and stories in the business of sports.
Bloomberg News global business of sports reporter Randall Williams details the sale of the reigning NBA champion Boston Celtics to a consortium led by Bill Chisholm, co-founder of California-based private equity firm STG Partners. The $6.1 billion purchase is not only the biggest NBA deal ever, but also the largest ever sports takeover.
Then, Bloomberg News global business of sports reporter Ira Boudway discusses his story on the flawed plan to gain control of college athletes’ pay. The NCAA is expected to approve a settlement that would pay $2.8 billion in damages to former athletes and establish a framework for schools to compensate current players, and establish a clearinghouse for player sponsorship deals. However, the implementation of the clearinghouse faces potential issues including athletes not disclosing their deals, boosters and collectives trying to funnel NIL money through non-associated entities, and legal challenges to the clearinghouse's authority.
Plus, as March Madness gets into full swing, BetMGM CEO Adam Greenblatt examines the growing sports betting landscape in the United States and the significant spike in business generated by the NCAA basketball tournament. The popular mobile betting platform is offering new ways to wager on both the men's and women's tournaments as it seeks to build on recent gains in a crowded market.
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Join hosts Michael Barr, Damian Sassower and guest host Vanessa Perdomo for a look at some of the latest headlines and stories in the business of sports.
Manchester United is planning to build a new 100,000-seat stadium in an attempt to catch up with the modern facilities built by some of Europe's biggest clubs. The big question will be how to pay for it - it's expected to cost over $2 billion. Bloomberg News UK business reporter David Hellier joins to talk through his reporting on it.
Bloomberg Intelligence technology and media analyst Geetha Ranganathan also joins to break down her research on how Amazon is closing the connected-TV advertising gap with the likes of Disney with the help of live sports.
Then, Vince Tizzio, president and CEO of Axis Capital shares his insight into the multi-billion dollar insurance business that exists within the sports ecosystem.
Plus, Bloomberg News Dallas Bureau chief Julie Fine sits down with Kansas City Chiefs co-owner and FC Dallas President Dan Hunt to discuss his big plans ahead of the FIFA World Cup hitting the US.
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Join hosts Michael Barr, Damian Sassower and guest host Vanessa Perdomo for a look at some of the latest headlines and stories in the business of sports.
Dallas Mavericks fans are not happy after the team traded young superstar and fan favorite Luka Doncic to the Los Angeles Lakers. Compounding issues is a series of awful injuries, including to remaining star Kyrie Irving. Adding insult to those injuries, the team announced they are raising season ticket prices. Bloomberg News Dallas bureau chief Julie Fine joins to discuss the city's outpouring of anger and how it's serving as an early test for the family of casino billionaire Miriam Adelson, which bought control of the Mavericks from Mark Cuban in 2023.
Bloomberg News reporter Jennah Haque joins to discuss her story, co-written with Vanesa Perdomo, on the WNBA and women's sports has grown - and how players are hoping the uptick in interest and revenue for leagues and teams can finally start to translate to bigger pay days for athletes.
Plus, Atlantic 10 commissioner Bernadette McGlade joins to talk about the conference's success and the college sports landscape ahead of this year's NCAA tournament.
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