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Sports Business Radio Podcast

Brian Berger
NFL
NBA
Women's Sports
Major League Baseball
Caitlin Clark
NCAA
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WNBA
Nike
College Sports
Shohei Ohtani
Mental Health
Las Vegas
Golf
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Tom Brady
Artificial Intelligence
ESPN
Sports Technology

Sports Business Radio is the longest running sports business show ever - launched in 2004. We focus on the people and issues directly impacting the world of sports business. Guests on the show offering an insider’s perspective include pro and college sports league commissioners, team owners, elite athletes, media executives, senior sports executives and entertainment executives and talent. Follow ... more

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Zach Leonsis, Monumental Sports & Entertainment President of Media and New Enterprises joins Sports Business Radio to share insights on the $1B renovation of Capital One Arena in downtown Washington, D.C. as well as the rise of the three teams owned ... more

David Abeles, President and CEO of TaylorMade Golf, joins Sports Business Radio to take us inside of one of the most influential golf companies in the world. TaylorMade counts Scottie Scheffler, Tiger Woods, Rory McIlroy, Collin Morikawa, Tommy Fleet... more

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Sports Business Radio Host Brian Berger and Executive Producer Bryan Griggs get you ready for the 2026-27 NFL Season with this NFL Season Preview podcast. From the salary cap to what each team nets from gross national revenue this season, to the high... more

Ross Dellenger, Yahoo! Sports Senior College Football reporter, joins Sports Business Radio to discuss the ever-changing college sports landscape.We examine the latest developments with the Protect College Sports Act, discuss the likelihood of the Ac... more

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Recent Guests

David Abeles
President and CEO of TaylorMade Golf
TaylorMade Golf
Episode: David Abeles - TaylorMade Golf - President & CEO
Ross Dellenger
Award-winning senior reporter covering college sports for Yahoo Sports
Yahoo Sports
Episode: Ross Dellenger - Yahoo! Sports Sr. College Football Reporter
Anthony Rizzo
World Series Champion with the Chicago Cubs; MLB veteran (14 seasons)
Chicago Cubs; Netflix Field of Dreams broadcast team
Episode: Anthony Rizzo - World Champion & MLB first baseman for 14 seasons
Mik Lemieux
Executive Director and Wealth Planner, Athlete Center of Excellence, JPMorgan Wealth Management
JPMorgan Chase & Co.
Episode: Mik Lemieux - Executive Director, J.P. Morgan Wealth Management
Tracy Porter
Chairman of the Board of Directors, NFL Alumni Association
NFL Alumni Association
Episode: Mik Lemieux - Executive Director, J.P. Morgan Wealth Management
Alex Bhathal
Owner, Portland Thorns and Portland Fire
Bhathal family business ownership
Episode: Alex Bhathal and Lisa Bhathal Merage - Portland Thorns (NWSL) & Portland Fire (WNBA) Owners
Lisa Bhathal Merage
Owner, Portland Thorns and Portland Fire
Bhathal family business ownership
Episode: Alex Bhathal and Lisa Bhathal Merage - Portland Thorns (NWSL) & Portland Fire (WNBA) Owners
Micky Lawler
Commissioner for Unrivaled Basketball and former WTA president
Unrivaled Basketball
Episode: Micky Lawler - Unrivaled Basketball, Commissioner
Stan Kasten
President, CEO and part owner of the Los Angeles Dodgers
Los Angeles Dodgers
Episode: Stan Kasten - Los Angeles Dodgers President, CEO & Part Owner

Host

Bryan Berger
Host of the show

Reviews

4.5 out of 5 stars from 127 ratings
  • Invaluable insight from the industry’s best

    To anyone working the the sports industry, this is a must listen. Brian has a talent for reaping outstanding insight and advice. When he does this to the likes of Mark Cuban and Jeanie Buss, it is a masterclass.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Bugssssssssssssssss
    United States5 years ago
  • Great Podcast!

    I love the show! Got to thank my prof for introducing me to the podcast. As a sports marketing and management student, it gives me great pleasure hearing from the business professionals and athletes. Look forward to listening every Tuesday!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Sport-Lucas G
    Canada5 years ago
  • Great guests and very informative!

    SBR has a great variety of guests and very informative especially for folks looking to learn more about the sports industry. Great listen!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    jmm0425
    United States6 years ago
  • Excellent podcast and content

    Great pod for anyone in or wanting to get into the sports business. Covers a range of topics with great guests. Go back into the older pods and listen to those as well, some never date!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    IanFitz78)
    Australia6 years ago
  • Covid19 Roundtable

    This was the most insightful discussion of the effect of Covid19 will have on sport.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    not fashionable 1950s
    United States6 years ago

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Great guests and very informative!
Invaluable insight from the industry's best. A masterclass with top execs.

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#85
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#132
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Apple Podcasts
#158
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#136
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#148
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#35
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Ross Dellenger - Yahoo! Sports Sr. College Football Reporter
Q: Can you give us the Reader's Digest version of the Protect College Sports Act and why it's important?
The Act aims to regulate major aspects of college athletics, notably establishing a one-time transfer rule, a five-year eligibility window, and tighter caps on athlete compensation and revenue sharing, while granting a limited antitrust exemption for these rules intended to stabilize governance and ensure competitive balance.
Andrés Martinez, Author - THE GREAT GAME: ⁠⁠A Tale of Two Footballs
Q: Why did you write the book?
Martinez discusses his fascination with how Americans connect to global sport, the role of American investors in European football, and how sport serves as a bridge between cultures, which motivated him to explore the subject in depth.
Terry Bradshaw - Hall of Fame QB, Founder Bradshaw Bourbon
Q: You've turned your fame into multiple businesses. What was the first venture you did after football, and how did it set you up for Bradshaw Bourbon?
Bradshaw explains that his first venture was Terry's Peanut Butter, which taught him the realities of branding, distribution, and the importance of sticking with projects he enjoyed. This early experience showed him the value of hands-on involvement and building a team, which laid the groundwork for later ventures like Bradshaw Bourbon.
Hampus Lofkvist - Sportradar VP Global Sales & Marketing Services
Q: What makes Sportradar uniquely qualified to deliver stronger campaigns in sports marketing?
Sports are live, emotional, and unpredictable, so understanding the audience, reaching them effectively, and delivering value through timely, contextual creative is key; Sportradar combines broad partnerships across leagues, broadcasters, and clients with its own data and tech to activate campaigns in real time.
Hampus Lofkvist - Sportradar VP Global Sales & Marketing Services
Q: Can you give us an overview of Sportradar's broader business and where marketing services fit in?
Sportradar sits at the intersection of sports, media, and betting, with marketing services acting as a natural extension that uses sports intelligence, data, and technology to create measurable outcomes for brands, including brand awareness and customer acquisition.

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Frequently Asked Questions About Sports Business Radio Podcast

What is Sports Business Radio Podcast about and what kind of topics does it cover?

Sports Business Radio consistently centers on the business side of sports, bringing in a mix of franchise leaders, league executives, athletes turned entrepreneurs, media veterans, and tech/brand innovators. Episodes frequently explore ownership strategy, sponsorship, global growth of leagues, governance, and the evolving media landscape in sports, with a notable emphasis on women's sports, college athletics governance, and the impact of technology like AI on content creation and marketing. The show is likely to appeal to industry insiders, aspiring sports executives, and marketers looking for practical insights, behind-the-scenes perspectives, and actionable takeaways from high-profile guests and deal-making conversations. A standout trait... more

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Recent guests on Sports Business Radio Podcast include:

1. David Abeles
2. Ross Dellenger
3. Anthony Rizzo
4. Mik Lemieux
5. Tracy Porter
6. Alex Bhathal
7. Lisa Bhathal Merage
8. Micky Lawler

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