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Football Management
Rugby
Formula 1
Women's Football
Football
Women's Sports
Private Equity
Chelsea
Manchester United
Tyndall Investment Management
Tottenham Hotspur
NWSL
Player Development
Media Rights
Bay FC
NBA
Leicester City FC
Social Media

The show that takes you behind the scenes with the industry's biggest owners, operators and athletes. It's the game you don't see!

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When we sit down with football club CEO’s, we hear about plans, ambitions, challenges, expectations. These are some of the most scrutinised jobs you could wish for, a privilege but also a huge responsibility. When Lincoln City shocked football this s... more

Huge news this week. It’s Charlie’s birthday, his 50th he’ll be happy for me to tell you, not that that is a surprise for those of you who are watching this; the studio got an impressive one day makeover. As his present, we let him dive back into the... more

We’re back to four wheels today as we welcome Jean-Éric Vergne to the studio. JEV, as he is known in the world of motorsport, has seen it all in a career that has spanned F1, Formula E and Le Mans to name but a few. He raced in 51 Grand Prix’s as par... more

It’s a huge week so let’s go. Athlete pay. We haven’t been able to escape it in recent weeks and with IOC President Kirsty Coventry’s recent comments suggesting there would be no change to her stance on athletes earning money at the Olympics, we go h... more

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Jean-Eric Vergne
Professional race car driver with a career across F1, Formula E, and Le Mans
Various teams including Red Bull Racing, Toro Rosso, DS, Peugeot
Episode: Jean-Éric Vergne: How To Recover From Losing Your F1 Seat (Ep123)
Kirsty Coventry
IOC President, a guest contributing to the athlete-pay discussion
International Olympic Committee
Episode: THE BREAKDOWN: Should the Olympics Pay Athletes, The Problem Facing Women’s Football, & F1 Lands Another Mega Deal (E22)
Kieran Gibbs
Former Arsenal defender, Inter Miami member, crypto investor
Inter Miami; Arsenal
Episode: Kieran Gibbs: Arsenal’s Title Win, The Bitcoin Salary & Moving to Beckham’s Miami (Ep122)
Kyle Edmund
British former professional tennis player, former British No. 1, Grand Slam semifinalist
British Tennis / Professional Tennis
Episode: Kyle Edmund: “When you’re 13 you DON’T really understand the call you’re making” (Ep121)
Tymal Mills
Professional cricketer
England national team; Sussex; IPL teams (e.g., RCB, Mumbai Indians)
Episode: Tymal Mills: From Nearly Retiring at 22 to a Mega IPL Deal & OnlyFans Partnerships (Ep120)
Polly Bancroft
Chief Executive of Grimsby Town FC
Grimsby Town FC
Episode: From Running Man United Women to Becoming a CEO in the EFL | Polly Bancroft, Grimsby Town (Ep119)
Tom Tainton
CEO of Bristol Bears
Bristol Bears
Episode: Tom Tainton: The Plan to Win The Prem, The Ilona Maher Effect & Building a Modern Rugby Club: Bristol Bears CEO (Ep118)
Chris Richards
Crystal Palace center back and USA national team player of the year
Crystal Palace
Episode: From Selecting Clubs to Signing Deals: Football’s Hidden Partnership | Chris Richards, Crystal Palace & Alan Redmond, Roc Nation (Ep117)
Alan Redmond
Agent at Roc Nation (Rock Nation)
Roc Nation
Episode: From Selecting Clubs to Signing Deals: Football’s Hidden Partnership | Chris Richards, Crystal Palace & Alan Redmond, Roc Nation (Ep117)

Hosts

Charlie Stebbings
Host focused on sports business analysis and governance discussions.
Charlie Methven
Co-host with deep background in sports leadership and executive-level insight.

Reviews

4.8 out of 5 stars from 275 ratings
  • I love the thinking & talks with Charlie

    Brilliant brilliant show I’m enjoying this keep it coming

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    bizzzzzzzo
    South Africa3 months ago
  • The podcast I’ve been searching for…

    A terrific insight into the inner workings of the world of sport. Thoroughly enjoying deep dives into different sports on The Breakdown.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Will-2000
    Australia5 months ago
  • First time?

    These two hosts aren’t half bad….

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    odd sod
    United Kingdom2 years ago
  • great pod

    the episode with Steve Bruce was fantastic

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Avihayhalak
    Israel3 years ago
  • Really interesting

    Loved the podcast, super interesting. Can’t wait to see who else they get on.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Lexicc
    United Kingdom3 years ago

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Shows strong industry insight and practical takeaways for sponsorship and branding.
Engaging hosts with clear opinions and deep knowledge of sports business.
Guests bring credibility with hands-on experience in running sports organizations.

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#84
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#228
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#53
Hong Kong/Sports
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#106
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Apple Podcasts
#137
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#141
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Jean-Éric Vergne: How To Recover From Losing Your F1 Seat (Ep123)
Q: Why did you move to Formula E and how did that transition redefine your career?
He details the lack of seats in F1, the opportunistic one-race deal in Formula E that turned into a longer run, and how the electric series allowed him to reinvent his brand and lead a successful team ownership venture, ultimately achieving Le Mans goals.
Jean-Éric Vergne: How To Recover From Losing Your F1 Seat (Ep123)
Q: What was the impact of Red Bull's internal dynamics on your career, and how did you navigate the system?
He describes Helmut Marko as the ultimate decision-maker, the ruthlessness of the environment, and how pressure could both break and forge a driver, with him ultimately needing to pursue opportunities outside Red Bull after being moved aside.
Jean-Éric Vergne: How To Recover From Losing Your F1 Seat (Ep123)
Q: Can you walk us through your journey from karting to Formula One and the turning points along the way?
He explains growing up with a karting track tied to his family, joining the Red Bull Junior Team, and the early financial and political pressures in F1, including a pivotal moment when a Red Bull decision altered his trajectory and the realization that image and fit mattered as much as talent.
Kyle Edmund: “When you’re 13 you DON’T really understand the call you’re making” (Ep121)
Q: What are your thoughts on the current revenue distribution in tennis and its impact on players outside the top ranks?
He acknowledges the debate around prize money distribution, supports the idea that top players should be fairly compensated while highlighting the need for a sustainable ecosystem that supports lower-ranked players too.
Kyle Edmund: “When you’re 13 you DON’T really understand the call you’re making” (Ep121)
Q: How did you balance academics and tennis when transitioning to an academy at 13?
He explains leaving home at 13 to pursue tennis, the strain on schoolwork, and the long-term trade-off between early specialization and a more rounded education.

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The show provides sharp, data-driven conversations about the business side of sports, exploring governance, finance, sponsorship, and leadership across football, rugby, tennis, and emerging leagues. Episodes frequently feature senior executives, club owners, agents, and union leaders, offering practical insights into strategy, growth, and the human costs behind big decisions. It's likely to appeal to listeners who want the inside track on how sports organizations are built, financed, and run, with a pragmatic, sometimes provocative edge that connects on-pitch performance to long-term value and sustainability.

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Recent guests on Business of Sport include:

1. Jean-Eric Vergne
2. Kirsty Coventry
3. Kieran Gibbs
4. Kyle Edmund
5. Tymal Mills
6. Polly Bancroft
7. Tom Tainton
8. Chris Richards

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