Bloomberg Business of Sports

NBC Sports horse racing analyst Randy Moss joins Scott Soshnick and Eben Novy-Williams to discuss a host of issues related to the business of thoroughbred racing, including the 29 horses that have died at Santa Anita Racetrack since December. The deaths have drawn national attention, including condemnation from California Governor Gavin Newsom. Moss also talks about declining interest in what was once one of America's most popular sports, and what horse racing can do to possibly reverse the trend. Also discussed is horse racing's history with gambling, and why there's economic incentive for owners not to race their best horses. 

Hosts: Scott Soshnick and Eben Novy-Williams

Producer: Colin Tipton

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Scott Soshnick and Eben Novy-Williams discuss a host of issues related to the business of sports, including the fallout from Kevin Durant's injury sustained during Game 5 of the National Basketball Association Finals. Durant, a former league MVP who had missed time with a calf problem, sustained an Achilles injury during the game. It has prompted billionaire Dallas Mavericks owner Mark Cuban to call for the league and players union to invest in research into diagnostic tools that would allow for proactive analysis of tendons and ligaments. Cuban said it's worth the investment, even if the payoff is more than a decade away. Also discussed are the U.S. Women's Soccer team's 13-0 win over Thailand, and Forbes's list of highest paid athletes, which is topped by a trio of soccer players: Lionel Messi, Cristiano Ronaldo and Neymar. 

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

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Scott Soshnick and Eben Novy-Williams discuss a host of issues related to the business of sports, including the prospect of banned Golden State Warriors minority owner Mark Stevens selling his stake in the National Basketball Association franchise. Stevens, a billionaire, was barred by the NBA for a year and fined $500,000 for pushing Kyle Lowry of the Toronto Raptors. Seventy-five percent of NBA owners would have to agree in order to force Stevens to sell his stake. It is also possible that his fellow partners in the team would ask him to relinquish it. Stevens reportedly bought in at an $800 million valuation. The team, which is moving to a new arena in San Francisco next season, is now worth $3.5 billion, according to Forbes. Also discussed is the Pac-12's stake sale, which has reportedly drawn interest from several suitors, and a Twitter executive saying the company isn't interested in bidding on live sports rights.  

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

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National Basketball Association Deputy Commissioner Mark Tatum joins Scott Soshnick and Eben Novy-Williams to discuss a host of issues related to the business of sports, including the championship series between the Toronto Raptors and Golden State Warriors. Also discussed is the league’s global ambition, and how the NBA can drive revenue outside of the U.S. Tatum also talks about the league’s approach to sports betting, data, and how the NBA and its teams are utilizing technology to drive interest in the NBA. Prior to his appointment as deputy commissioner in 2014, Tatum served as executive vice president of global marketing partnerships.

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

Producer: Colin Tipton

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Scott Soshnick, Michael Barr and Eben Novy-Williams discuss a host of issues related to the business of sports, including the 39th meeting between Roger Federer and Rafa Nadal. The tennis icons face each other in the semifinal at the French Open as both look to add to their career grand slam totals. Nadal is 23-15 all-time versus Federer, who hasn't beaten his rival in five chances at Roland Garros. Federer has won 20 major singles titles, the most by any man. Also discussed is a decision by the organizers of the Tokyo Olympics to bar fans from posting video taken at venues from their social media accounts. And also talked about is Illinois close to becoming the 13th state in the U.S. to legalize sports betting. 

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

Producer: Colin Tipton

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Scott Soshnick, Michael Barr and Eben Novy-Williams discuss a host of issues related to the business of sports, including the trademark application for ``Tom Terrific'' made by New England Patriots quarterback Tom Brady. The application was made by Brady's TEB Capital. Former New York Mets pitcher Tom Seaver was known as ``Tom Terrific,'' but never moved to trademark the phrase. Also discussed is Andy Ruiz's upset of Anthony Joshua to become boxing's heavyweight champion, and the possibilities for him as an endorser. Also talked about is the convergence of TV sports and e-commerce as NBC during its telecast of the French Open invited viewers to point their phones at the screen to buy the outfits worn by Novak Djokovic. 

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

Producer: Colin Tipton

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Facebook Vice President of Global Sports and Media Partnerships Dan Reed joins Scott Soshnick, Michael Barr and Eben Novy-Williams to discuss a host of issues related to the business of sports, including the company's Facebook Watch strategy for both live sports and video on demand. Reed also discusses the role the social media platform plays in helping leagues, teams, athletes and media drive their business initiatives beyond just video distribution. Also discussed is the Tom vs. Time series that centered on New England Patriots quarterback Tom Brady and the new series, Stephen vs. The Game, featuring Golden State Warriors star Stephen Curry. Also discussed is how the company uses data to help its sports partners drive revenue. 

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

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Scott Soshnick, Michael Barr and Eben Novy-Williams discuss a host of issues related to the business of sports, including two recent stories about young athletes blazing new trails in their question to reach the pros. In the first, high school basketball star R.J. Hampton announced this week that he will play basketball professionally in Australia instead of playing in college as he awaits the 2020 NBA Draft. In the second, 19-year-old pitcher Carter Stewart signed to play baseball professionally in Japan instead of re-entering the MLB Draft. Both Stewart and Hampton will make more money in the near-term, and roll the dice that their development will also accelerate due to a higher level of competition. Also talked about is the $110 million sale of Sports Illustrated to Authentic Brands Group. 

Hosts: Scott Soshnick, Michael Barr and Eben Novy-WilliamsProducer: Madena Parwana

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On this special Memorial Day edition of the Bloomberg Business of Sports podcast, Scott Soshnick, Eben Novy-Williams and Michael Barr discusses some of the biggest trends in sports business and look ahead towards the rest of 2019. The trio discuss the rapid expansion of legal sports betting, and the ramifications for operators, media companies and the leagues themselves. They also break down the NBA Draft and it's lottery system, and the future stardom of Duke phenom Zion Williamson. Also discussed is Tiger Woods's dramatic win at the Masters, and how college sports are creating new types of media deals. 

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

Producer: Madena Parwana

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Brazilian auto racing driver Helio Castroneves joins Scott Soshnick, Michael Barr and Eben Novy-Williams to discuss a host of issues related to the business of sports, including his participation in the Indianapolis 500, a race he's won three times. Castroneves talks about his team owner, Roger Penske, and the importance of communication and teamwork during a race. He also talks about what sponsors want from their agreements, and how the team's relationship with its sponsors goes beyond just the race track. Also discussed is how IndyCar can benefit from technology and media, and how NBC is taking a storytelling approach to its first Indy 500 coverage. Also discussed is his participation, and the promotion, that he received from appearing on Dancing With the Stars. 

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

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