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Front Office Sports Today

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NBA
NFL
WNBA
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Major League Baseball
NCAA
College Football Playoff
LIV Golf
LSU
College Football
FIFA World Cup
Netflix
National Football League
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Lane Kiffin
Kawhi Leonard
Giannis Antetokounmpo
Prediction Markets
Penn State

Sports is big business. Here's your daily brief.Front Office Sports Today is your morning briefing on the deals, decisions and cultural moments shaping the industry. Hosted by Baker Machado, with reporting from the Front Office Sports newsroom.Weekdays in under 12 minutes, ready at 6 a.m. ET. Plus longform conversations throughout the week with athletes, analysts, and executives shaping the game.S... more

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Latest Episodes

• College Football Playoff nears deal with ESPN to expand to 24 teams in 2027

• Jon Rahm leaves LIV Golf with no extra money, forfeiting over $100M

• Infantino apologizes to FIFA Council, but European leaders still want answers

• NBA’s offic... more

• Blake Griffin tells FOS the Clippers’ record $30 million fine “fits”

• Joe Buck and Troy Aikman have had tension behind the scenes as Aikman waits on a new ESPN deal

• FIFA set to change the rule that let Folarin Balogun dodge a suspension in... more

• ESPN’s Chris Berman believes Damar Hamlin’s cardiac arrest slowed the NFL’s 18-game push

• Court unseals Korn Ferry memo on Brian Flores, first reported by FOS

• WNBA moves Finals dates so the Dream can play at State Farm Arena

• Mike Tiri... more

• Dan Quinn’s job security in doubt after Commanders’ overtime clock blunder

• Atlanta Dream may host WNBA Finals in league’s smallest arena

• James Madison pays $23M to join the American Conference

• Kentucky owes LSU $500K after fans storm... more

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Recent Guests

Amar'e Stoudemire
Basketball Hall of Famer, now police officer
Former NBA player; Miami-Dade Police Academy graduate
Episode: 10/16/26 - Aikman Eyes Free Agency, CFP Nears 24 Teams, Stoudemire Becomes Cop
Blake Griffin
Former Clippers star, studio analyst on NBA On Prime
ESPN/NBA On Prime (as analyst)
Episode: 10/15/26 - Blake Griffin on Clippers Fine, Buck-Aikman Booth Tension, Elle Duncan’s ‘Toxic’ WNBA Warning
Elle Duncan
Netflix/USA Network journalist covering the WNBA
Netflix/USA Network
Episode: 10/15/26 - Blake Griffin on Clippers Fine, Buck-Aikman Booth Tension, Elle Duncan’s ‘Toxic’ WNBA Warning
Pablo Torre
Pulitzer Prize-winning investigative journalist
Front Office Sports
Episode: 10/14/26 - Live From FOS’s Tuned In: Chris Berman on NFL’s 18-Game Push, Pablo Torre Says He’s Investigating LeBron’s Chopper, and More
Chris Berman
ESPN legend
ESPN
Episode: 10/14/26 - Live From FOS’s Tuned In: Chris Berman on NFL’s 18-Game Push, Pablo Torre Says He’s Investigating LeBron’s Chopper, and More
Bridget Condon
Host of Front Office Sports Tonight
Front Office Sports
Episode: 10/9/26 - MLB’s 154-Game Pitch, NFL Bets on SCOTUS, Shaq Says Barkley Isn’t Leaving
Draymond Green
Professional basketball player and subject of Open Season
Golden State Warriors
Episode: A Conversation with Draymond Green on "New Media"
Dave Portnoy
Barstool Sports founder, interviewed about exit from Fox's Big Noon Kickoff
Barstool Sports
Episode: 10/6/26 - Portnoy on Fox Exit, Rays Are Hottest Ticket, LeBron’s Fanatics Helicopter Commute
Rob Gronkowski
Four-time Super Bowl champion, NFL broadcaster, brand ambassador
Former NFL player, broadcaster
Episode: A Conversation with Gronk about Sports Betting, Tom Brady & More

Hosts

Baker Machado
Host of Front Office Sports Today
Dan Roberts
Editor-in-chief and journalist with responsibilities including Front Office Sports reporting and editorial leadership

Reviews

4.8 out of 5 stars from 338 ratings
  • Morning Staple

    I love hearing about the sports news of the day and to have a round up of what I missed in one spot, can’t get enough.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    nkastrol
    United States2 months ago
  • Found New Daily Sports Show

    Been looking for replacement of ESPN Daily and glad to find this gem

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    pbsports
    United Statesa year ago
  • Soooo Good!!

    Loving the energy of the hosts and the unique conversations that FOST brings on a daily basis!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Scott Hurs
    United Statesa year ago
  • Best Show In Sports

    Incredibly engaging, informative, and fun show! I love listening to Baker and Renee

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Qbr192
    United Statesa year ago
  • Loving the show!

    I’m a subscriber to the newsletter but love that there’s an audio show so I can get my sports business updates on my commute.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    kdmart3
    United Statesa year ago

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Engaging and informative daily sprint through sports business.
Credible guests and sharp takes on governance and media rights.
Consistently delivers industry-relevant updates with few fluff items.
High-quality guest lineup and clear industry insights.
Great mix of quick headlines and deep dives with reporters and executives.

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Talking Points

Recent interactions between the hosts and their guests.

9/29/26 - Giants Land McCarthy, MLB Wild Card Begins, LeBron’s Knicks Dream
Q: Who's winning it?
The host asked who would win the postseason, and the guest suggested the Yankees have a strong chance given their starting pitching so deep; the discussion highlighted favorable matchups but acknowledged the volatility of baseball playoffs.
10/2/26 - ‘Inside the NBA’ Expands, CFP Nears 24 Teams, Wemby Rejects Betting Deals
Q: How likely is the 24-team playoff expansion according to insiders?
Insiders expect the 24-team expansion to move forward, with a consensus that doubling the field is likely, and ESPN's involvement as the primary TV partner is key to making the deal viable.
A Conversation with Senator Ted Cruz about the Protect College Sports Act
Q: How would the bill address coaching salaries and the Lane Kiffin rule, and why were certain amendments rejected?
He explains that amendments such as a coaching salary cap were rejected as political messaging rather than substantive fixes, while the Lane Kiffin rule aims to prevent mid-season coaching changes, reflecting a balance between principles and passage prospects.
A Conversation with Senator Ted Cruz about the Protect College Sports Act
Q: What feedback did you receive on Monday night's vote from college sports stakeholders?
Cruz describes a broad, bipartisan coalition and strong enthusiasm from stakeholders, noting that the coalition and the vote were the result of extensive negotiations and compromises.
10/6/26 - Portnoy on Fox Exit, Rays Are Hottest Ticket, LeBron’s Fanatics Helicopter Commute
Q: Do Portnoy and Fox have a viable path forward after this exit, or is the relationship fundamentally altered?
The guests frame the situation as a reassessment of where Barstool fits within Fox's expanding digital strategy, with potential continuing partnerships but a likely shift toward different formats and platforms rather than a full, traditional return.

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What is Front Office Sports Today about and what kind of topics does it cover?

A daily briefing focused on the business side of sports, delivering quick, sharp rundowns of deals, media rights, governance, and market movements. Episodes mix brisk headlines with in-depth interviews from reporters and industry executives, offering context on sponsorships, league strategy, and the economics of teams and athletes. Noteworthy is the strong emphasis on governance, rights shifting, and new revenue models, often paired with timely conversations with frontline reporters and notable guests to illuminate how money and policy shape the sports landscape. Potential listeners who want fast, business-forward sports news and access to candid industry perspectives will likely find this show valuable and actionable for media planning or ... more

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1. Amar'e Stoudemire
2. Blake Griffin
3. Elle Duncan
4. Pablo Torre
5. Chris Berman
6. Bridget Condon
7. Draymond Green
8. Dave Portnoy

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