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

Lebron James' media company, SpringHill, has never made money. Bloomberg News media and entertainment team leader Chris Palmeri joins to discuss why the basketball star's media business is on pace to lose million again this year after losing $28 million dollars in 2023. 

Nike and Foot Locker are mending fences and partnering together on new projects as both sportswear companies try to win back consumers. Bloomberg News reporter covering celebrity and athlete business deals Kim Bhasin details how Nike and Foot Locker's relationship frayed and what they're doing to rekindle it.

And Goulston & Storrs Sports Law Practice co-chair and Columbia University adjunct professor of law Marty Edel joins to discuss the legal ramifications of key issues in college athletics. 

Join hosts Michael Barr and Damian Sassower for a look at some of the latest headlines and stories in the business of sports. Lebron James' media company, SpringHill, has never made money. Bloomberg News media and entertainment team leader Chris Palmeri joins to discuss why the basketball star's media business is on pace to lose million again this year after losing $28 million dollars in 2023. Nike and Foot Locker are mending fences and partnering together on new projects as both sportswear companies try to win back consumers. Bloomberg News reporter covering celebrity and athlete business deals Kim Bhasin details how Nike and Foot Locker's relationship frayed and what they're doing to rekindle it. And Goulston &amp; Storrs Sports Law Practice co-chair and Columbia University adjunct professor of law Marty Edel joins to discuss the legal ramifications of key issues in college athletics.

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.

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.

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.

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Lebron's SpringHill Lost Almost $30 Million; Nike and Foot Locker Mend Fences 

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Join hosts Scarlet Fu and Damian Sassower, along with guest hosts Bloomberg Originals chief correspondent Jason Kelly and Bloomberg Originals sports correspondent Vanessa Perdomo for a look at some of the latest headlines and stories in the business of sports.

BetMGM CEO Adam Greenblatt joins to talk about the expansion of sports betting across sports and how his platform is taking advantage of increased interest in women's sports. He also touches on seeing spikes in activity surrounding the NBA Cup and lulls when games are placed on streaming platforms. 

US Soccer Federation president Cindy Parlow Cone details a $30 million dollar gift from businesswoman and NWSL team owner Michelle Kang and how she's focused on building up grassroots interest in soccer to create a talent pipeline to the pros and to the national teams. 

Plus, Amazon is outspending every Big Tech company on live sports - with no bigger example being their push into streaming NFL games. Bloomberg News global business editor Matt Townsend discusses why Amazon is putting so much money into sports and some of the other top sports business headlines.

Join hosts Scarlet Fu and Damian Sassower, along with guest hosts Bloomberg Originals chief correspondent Jason Kelly and Bloomberg Originals sports correspondent Vanessa Perdomo for a look at some of the latest headlines and stories in the business of sports.
BetMGM CEO Adam Greenblatt joins to talk about the expansion of sports betting across sports and how his platform is taking advantage of increased interest in women's sports. He also touches on seeing spikes in activity surrounding the NBA Cup and lulls when games are placed on streaming platforms. 
US Soccer Federation president Cindy Parlow Cone details a $30 million dollar gift from businesswoman and NWSL team owner Michelle Kang and how she's focused on building up grassroots interest in soccer to create a talent pipeline to the pros and to the national teams. 
Plus, Amazon is outspending every Big Tech company on live sports - with no bigger example being their push into streaming NFL games. Bloomberg News global business editor Matt Townsend discusses why Amazon is putting so much money into sports and some of the other top sports business headlines.

BetMGM CEO Adam Greenblatt; Amazon's Big NFL Bet 

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Join host Damian Sassower, along with guest hosts Bloomberg Originals chief correspondent Jason Kelly, Bloomberg Originals sports correspondent Vanessa Perdomo for a look at some of the latest headlines and stories in the business of sports.

After losing broadcast rights to NBA games, Warner Brothers Discovery struck a new deal with the league that will allow the popular studio show "Inside The NBA"  to air on ESPN. Bloomberg News media reporter Hannah Miller joins to talk about the unique arrangement, plus a report that MLB commissioner Robert Manfred is looking to overhaul baseball's media rights.

Bloomberg News bankruptcy reporter Jonathan Randles discusses Diamond Sports Group's new court approved restructuring plan that brings games to Amazon Prime Video.

Plus, acclaimed sports journalist and author Jonathan Feinstein examines the changing landscape of college sports and his new book, "The Ancient Eight: College Football's Ivy League and the Game They Play Today". 

Join host Damian Sassower, along with guest hosts Bloomberg Originals chief correspondent Jason Kelly, Bloomberg Originals sports correspondent Vanessa Perdomo for a look at some of the latest headlines and stories in the business of sports.
After losing broadcast rights to NBA games, Warner Brothers Discovery struck a new deal with the league that will allow the popular studio show "Inside The NBA"  to air on ESPN. Bloomberg News media reporter Hannah Miller joins to talk about the unique arrangement, plus a report that MLB commissioner Robert Manfred is looking to overhaul baseball's media rights.
Bloomberg News bankruptcy reporter Jonathan Randles discusses Diamond Sports Group's new court approved restructuring plan that brings games to Amazon Prime Video.
Plus, acclaimed sports journalist and author Jonathan Feinstein examines the changing landscape of college sports and his new book, "The Ancient Eight: College Football's Ivy League and the Game They Play Today".

ESPN Gets "Inside The NBA"; College Football's Ancient Eight

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Join host Damian Sassower, along with guest hosts Bloomberg Originals chief correspondent Jason Kelly, Bloomberg Originals sports correspondent Vanessa Perdomo for a look at some of the latest headlines and stories in the business of sports.

Dallas Cowboys owner Jerry Jones saw his net worth rise to $15 billion this year, despite his team suffering from a down season and losing star $240 million QB Dak Prescott to injury. Bloomberg Texas Bureau chief Julie Fine joins to discuss her reporting on the up-and-down year for Jones. 

DLA Piper global co-chair and global co-CEO Frank Ryan examines soaring franchise valuations and the future of sports media deals. 

Plus, Bloomberg US sports business reporter Randall Williams joins for a conversation with Mubarak "Bar" Malik - a former director of performance for the New York Knicks and Los Angeles Lakers, about his new sports drink venture, Barcode Performance Water. 

Join host Damian Sassower, along with guest hosts Bloomberg Originals chief correspondent Jason Kelly, Bloomberg Originals sports correspondent Vanessa Perdomo for a look at some of the latest headlines and stories in the business of sports.
Dallas Cowboys owner Jerry Jones saw his net worth rise to $15 billion this year, despite his team suffering from a down season and losing star $240 million QB Dak Prescott to injury. Bloomberg Texas Bureau chief Julie Fine joins to discuss her reporting on the up-and-down year for Jones. 
DLA Piper global co-chair and global co-CEO Frank Ryan examines soaring franchise valuations and the future of sports media deals. 
Plus, Bloomberg US sports business reporter Randall Williams joins for a conversation with Mubarak "Bar" Malik - a former director of performance for the New York Knicks and Los Angeles Lakers, about his new sports drink venture, Barcode Performance Water.

Dallas Cowboys In Chaos Dragging Down Jerry Jones' Big Year

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Lebron's SpringHill Lost Almost $30 Million; Nike and Foot Locker Mend Fences

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