Scott Soshnick, Michael Barr and Eben Novy-Williams discuss a host of issues related to the business of sports, including LeBron James's comments about NFL owners having a slave mentality, and his Instagram posting of offensive music lyrics about Jews. James apologized for the posting, saying he didn't mean to offend anyone.  Also discussed is a look-ahead to the NFL playoff picture, which shows a number of marquee teams and players headed for the postseason. Also talked about is the Oakland Raiders stadium situation, and the financial planning acumen of Toronto Raptors player Fred VanVleet, who is enjoying his first Christmas as a millionaire. 

Hosts: Scott Soshnick, Michael Barr and Eben Novy-Williams

Producer: Anthony Mancini

Scott Soshnick, Michael Barr and Eben Novy-Williams discuss a host of issues related to the business of sports, including LeBron James's comments about NFL owners having a slave mentality, and his Instagram posting of offensive music lyrics about Jews. James apologized for the posting, saying he didn't mean to offend anyone.  Also discussed is a look-ahead to the NFL playoff picture, which shows a number of marquee teams and players headed for the postseason. Also talked about is the Oakland Raiders stadium situation, and the financial planning acumen of Toronto Raptors player Fred VanVleet, who is enjoying his first Christmas as a millionaire. Hosts: Scott Soshnick, Michael Barr and Eben Novy-WilliamsProducer: Anthony Mancini

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.

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.

Scarlet Fu, Michael Barr and Damian Sassower follow the money in the world of sports, taking listeners inside decisions that power the multibillion dollar industry.

Bloomberg Business of Sports

LeBron James, Slaves and Jews; NFL Playoffs in Focus (Podcast)

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