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:
NASCAR Cup Series champion Kyle Larson on capturing his third career title
Kim Stone, CEO of the NWSL's Washington Spirit on the NWSL playoffs and her team advancing to the semifinals

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:
<ul>
<li>NASCAR Cup Series champion Kyle Larson on capturing his third career title</li>
<li>Kim Stone, CEO of the NWSL's Washington Spirit on the NWSL playoffs and her team advancing to the semifinals</li>
</ul>

NASCAR Cup Series Winner Kyle Larson & Washington Spirit CEO Kim Stone

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Join host Vanessa Perdomo, Michael Barr, and Randall Williams for a look at some of the latest headlines and stories in the business of sports.
They include:
-Brewers win and what that means for baseball

-Valkyries winning in a historic feat 

-LIV Golf near liquidation

This week's show features:

- Austin Smotherman, PGA Tour winner, on the journey that got him here. After over 10 years as a professional he got his first career title winning the Bank of Utah championship at the start of October and then got his second victory shortly after. After turning pro in 2016 Austin earned his PGA tour card in 2021, lost it then earned it back again. Now he’s only a few spots away from being invited to the 2027 Masters.

- Danita Johnson, President of Business Operations for DC United, on how to get fans excited about next season and how to increase revenue after a disappointing year on the field. Danita discusses DC United’s partnership with the Washington Spirit, a facet of their business that definitely has been lucrative for them because the Spirit are one of the top attended NWSL teams. 

 

 

Join host Vanessa Perdomo, Michael Barr, and Randall Williams for a look at some of the latest headlines and stories in the business of sports. They include: -Brewers win and what that means for baseball
-Valkyries winning in a historic feat&nbsp;
-LIV Golf near liquidation This week's show features: - Austin Smotherman, PGA Tour winner, on the journey that got him here. After over 10 years as a professional he got his first career title winning the Bank of Utah championship at the start of October and then got his second victory shortly after.&nbsp;After turning pro in 2016 Austin earned his PGA tour card in 2021, lost it then earned it back again. Now he&rsquo;s only a few spots away from being invited to the 2027 Masters. - Danita Johnson, President of Business Operations for DC United, on how to get fans excited about next season and how to increase revenue after a disappointing year on the field. Danita discusses DC United&rsquo;s partnership with the Washington Spirit, a facet of their business that definitely has been lucrative for them because the Spirit are one of the top attended NWSL teams.&nbsp;
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PGA Tour Winner Austin Smotherman on Pro Career

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Join host Vanessa Perdomo, Michael Barr, and Randall Williams for a look at some of the latest headlines and stories in the business of sports.

This week's show features:

-Dallas Mavericks CEO Rick Welts, on the long-term capital required to build and sustain a professional sports enterprise. He joined from Bloomberg Invest Dallas 2026.

- Chad Estis, Executive at Legends Global, on the hospitality industry in sports and all the new stadium builds that are happening. 

Join host Vanessa Perdomo, Michael Barr, and Randall Williams for a look at some of the latest headlines and stories in the business of sports. This week's show features: -Dallas Mavericks CEO Rick Welts, on the long-term capital required to build and sustain a professional sports enterprise. He joined from Bloomberg Invest Dallas 2026. - Chad Estis, Executive at Legends Global, on the hospitality industry in sports and all the new stadium builds that are happening.&nbsp;

Dallas Mavericks CEO Rick Welts on Team Investment 

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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.

On this special edition of the show, Vanessa speaks with the Morgan Shaw Parker, president and chief operating officer of the WNBA's Atlanta Dream. They discuss her team's growth as it competes for this year's WNBA title against the Golden State Valkyries.

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.
On this special edition of the show, Vanessa speaks with the Morgan Shaw Parker, president and chief operating officer of the WNBA's Atlanta Dream. They discuss her team's growth as it competes for this year's WNBA title against the Golden State Valkyries.

BONUS: Atlanta Dream President Morgan Shaw Parker on WNBA Finals Run

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Join host Vanessa Perdomo, Michael Barr, and Randall Williams for a look at some of the latest headlines and stories in the business of sports.

This week's show features:

-Liam Parker, F1 Chief Communications and corporate relations officer, on what helped solidify Austin as a true stand out on the F1 Circuit.

-Nicolas Garcia Hemme, Managing Director of La Liga North America, on La Liga, the premier Spanish league.  He discusses the league’s ambition and why the US is such a big target audience for them is.

Join host Vanessa Perdomo, Michael Barr, and Randall Williams for a look at some of the latest headlines and stories in the business of sports. This week's show features: -Liam Parker, F1 Chief Communications and corporate relations officer, on what helped solidify Austin as a true stand out on the F1 Circuit. -Nicolas Garcia Hemme, Managing Director of La Liga North America, on La Liga, the premier Spanish league.&nbsp; He discusses the league&rsquo;s ambition and why the US is such a big target audience for them is.

La Liga North America's Nicolas Garcia Hemme on the Premier Spanish League

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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:
Jess Smith, president of the WNBA's Golden State Valkyries to discuss her team's WNBA Finals appearance against the Atlanta Dream, coming in just its second full season.
Megan Greenwell, Bloomberg Businessweek contributor on her recent piece on the WNBA's rapid growth: The WNBA’s Biggest Teams Are Sharing a Playbook for Mega-Growth 

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:
<ul>
<li>Jess Smith, president of the WNBA's Golden State Valkyries to discuss her team's WNBA Finals appearance against the Atlanta Dream, coming in just its second full season.</li>
<li>Megan Greenwell, Bloomberg Businessweek contributor on her recent piece on the WNBA's rapid growth: <a data-destination="bb:NSN TMUY95N3N08Y">The WNBA&rsquo;s Biggest Teams Are Sharing a Playbook for Mega-Growth </a></li>
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WNBA Finals Appearance Lifts Upstart Golden State Valkyries

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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:
David Hellier, Bloomberg News UK reporter on Manchester City appealing the decision of an independent commission that found the football club had breached Premier League financial rules.
Brett Yormark, Commissioner of the Big 12 conference on his conference and the latest in college sports

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:
<ul>
<li>David Hellier, Bloomberg News UK reporter on Manchester City appealing the decision of an independent commission that found the football club had breached Premier League financial rules.</li>
<li>Brett Yormark, Commissioner of the Big 12 conference on his conference and the latest in college sports</li>
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Manchester City Claims Innocence; Big 12 Commissioner Brett Yormark

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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: 
-Rachel Epstein, Chief Marketing Officer for the National Women’s Soccer League. She discusses capitalizing on the popularity of soccer in the men’s World Cup, and also looks ahead to the 2027 Women’s World Cup. 
-Janet Lorin, Bloomberg News Higher Education Reporter. She discusses the U.S Senate officially voting to pass the Protect College Sports Act, which addresses issues happening across college athletics. 
-Mark Ashton, Chairman and CEO of Ipswich Town FC. He discusses Ipswich being promoted back into the Premier League this year, and how the club has managed the transition.

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.&nbsp; This week&rsquo;s show features:&nbsp; -Rachel Epstein, Chief Marketing Officer for the National Women&rsquo;s Soccer League. She discusses capitalizing on the popularity of soccer in the men&rsquo;s World Cup, and also looks ahead to the 2027 Women&rsquo;s World Cup.&nbsp; -Janet Lorin, Bloomberg News Higher Education Reporter. She discusses the U.S Senate officially voting to pass the Protect College Sports Act, which addresses issues happening across college athletics.&nbsp; -Mark Ashton, Chairman and CEO of Ipswich Town FC. He discusses Ipswich being promoted back into the Premier League this year, and how the club has managed the transition.

Rachel Epstein, NWSL Chief Marketing Officer, on Women’s Soccer

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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:
David Rubenstein, co-founder and co-chairman of the Carlyle Group and host of 'The David Rubenstein Show: Peer to Peer Conversations' on Bloomberg TV and Radio, joins to discuss his new book, 'Inside the Owner's Box' on his experiences and conversations with owners of major sports teams
Brandon Copeland, former NFL player and executive director of Athletes.org on the organization and the latest in college sports

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:
<ul>
<li>David Rubenstein, co-founder and co-chairman of the Carlyle Group and host of 'The David Rubenstein Show: Peer to Peer Conversations' on Bloomberg TV and Radio, joins to discuss his new book, 'Inside the Owner's Box' on his experiences and conversations with owners of major sports teams</li>
<li>Brandon Copeland, former NFL player and executive director of Athletes.org on the organization and the latest in college sports</li>
</ul>

Baltimore Orioles Owner David Rubenstein Goes 'Inside The Owner's Box'

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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:
Janet Lorin, Bloomberg news higher education reporter discusses her panel discussion with New York Yankees President Randy Levine and Candice Storey Lee, Vice Chancellor of Athletics & University Affairs and Athletic Director at Vanderbilt University from Power Players at Bloomberg World Headquarters in New York where they spoke about how to fix college sports through legislation that Levine is working with the White House on
Mark Ein, venture capitalist and a stakeholder in the NFL's Washington Commanders, the EPL's Leeds United and the Baltimore Orioles
Justine Siegal, founder of Baseball for All on bringing women into professional baseball

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:
<ul>
<li>Janet Lorin, Bloomberg news higher education reporter discusses her panel discussion with New York Yankees President Randy Levine and Candice Storey Lee, Vice Chancellor of Athletics &amp; University Affairs and Athletic Director at Vanderbilt University from Power Players at Bloomberg World Headquarters in New York where they spoke about how to fix college sports through legislation that Levine is working with the White House on</li>
<li>Mark Ein, venture capitalist and a stakeholder in the NFL's Washington Commanders, the EPL's Leeds United and the Baltimore Orioles</li>
<li>Justine Siegal, founder of Baseball for All on bringing women into professional baseball</li>
</ul>

Yankees President Randy Levine on College Sports; Washington Commanders Co-Owner Mark Ein

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Michael Barr, Vanessa Perdomo and Randall Williams 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 Randall Williams 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.

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