On this episode of On The Record with Rick Horrow, San Antonio Mayor Gina Ortiz Jones joins The Sports Professor to duscuss the growth and future of San Antonio, the role the Spurs play in the city's identity and economic development, and why education and infractsure investment are central to building strong communties.

PLUS: The Sports Professor breaks down top issues in sports business, such as how the Middle East conflict is affecting global sports, the implications Paramount's reported deal to acquire Warner Bros., and other major developments in the sports industry,

00:05- Introduction

02:08- Interviee with Mayor Gina Ortiz Jones

18:55 - Opening Drive

23:09 - Five To Watch

Mayor of San Diego Todd Gloria joins Rick Horrow On The Record this week to discuss the unique attributes of his city, the importance of sports on economic impact, and gives his hot take on the Chargers departure. PLUS The Sports Professor breaks down the latest news in the business of sports in the Opening Drive and Five To Watch.

Today On The Record, Mayor of Denver, Colorado Mike Johnston joins The Sports Professor to discuss his journey from teaching and coaching into public service, and how sports and debate shape leadership and youth development. The conversation dives into the future of the Denver Broncos stadium plans, the role of public-private partnerships in major sports projects, and how cities leverage sports as an economic and community building engine.

00:00 - Into

2:40 - Mike Johntson's background teaching & coaching

6:30 -the Future of Mile High & Denver Infrastructure

7:29 - Walton Family Ownership relations with the city

8:10 - Keeping Sports in Denver

8:49 - Open air vs retractable roof

10:10 -The importance of sports in Denver

12:20 - Empower's relationship with Denver

13:28 - Youth Sports

14:42 - NAUDL Sports Debate

15:52- Advice for mayors and the new roaring '20's

Former NBA All-Star Baron Davis joins On The Record to discuss the evolution of the league, how his time at UCLA prepared him for life outside of basketball, entrepreneurism, and what's next in his career. PLUS: The Sports Professor breaks down the latest in sports business from Los Angeles, where 2026 NBA All Star Weekend is taking place.

In this episode of On The Record with Rick Horrow, American Bowl Director Scott Phillips takes us through his remarkable journey in football and life, from early roles in the sport to building the American Bowl concept and shaping the evolving role of college all-star games in today's Bowl landscape. After the interview, The Sports Professor reports live from the Super Bowl LX Radio Row in Santa Clara, breaking down the business behind the big game.

00:00 -Intro

1:54 - Interview with Scott Phillips

28:58- Opening Drive

31:38 : Super Bowl Preview

As the PGA Show in Orlando, Florida, is underway, we reprise our interview with the legendary Gary Player. Rick Horrow and "The Black Knight" discuss his upbringing, world travels, career in golf, and life lessons on the way.

PLUS: The Sports Professor breaks down the latest news in sports business live from Hard Rock Stadium. The economic impact of the CFP Final, skeptism of prediction markets, and stadium developments are some of the topics covered.

On this week's On The Record, Rick Horrow sits down with Nick Carparelli, Director of Bowl Season, reacting to this year's bowl games the evolving postseason landscape, and the headlines everyone is talking about, including Notre Dame snubbing a Bowl Game. After the interview, Rick delivers his signature Opening Drive and 5 To Watch, breaking down the latest pressure points, trends, and business issues shaping the industry now.

Rick Horrow speaks with Ryan McNeil at the Georgia Sports Innovation Summit, a collaboration between GSIC and SEICON. McNeil is a former NFL Player and founder of SportsID, a data-driven sports-technology company that offers a digital platform connecting athletes, coaches, parents, and organizations. McNeil is a former NFL cornerback turned entrepreneur known for blending his business acumen and philanthropy, making sports more accesible and manageable for young athletes and their familes.

Rick Horrow interviews Brandon Hornback, a former World No. 1 professional rock climber, to discuss his journey from elite athletics to high finance. Hornback shares how he discovered climbing, the sport's evolution and commercial future as a spectator property, and how the discipline of competition prepared him for a career in investment banking.

Rick Horrow sits down with Michael Alford, Director of Athletics and Vice President at Florida State University, for a deep dive into the fast-evolving world of college sports. Alford shares his career journey from professional sports to leading one of the nation's top athletic departments, explains how his pro-level experience shapes his approach at FSU, and breaks down the current state of Division 1 athletics-from conference realignment to the shifting landscape of college football