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The Sports Media Podcast

Sports Business Journal
NFL
ESPN
Nba
WNBA
Netflix
College Football
MLB
College Football Playoff
NASCAR
UFC
Caitlin Clark
Amazon Prime Video
FOX Sports
NCAA
Disney
NFL Draft
NHL
WNBA All-Star Game
Major League Baseball
March Madness

The hottest headlines, network deals, ratings, trends and everything else you need to know inside sports media.

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On this week's pod, SBJ’s Austin Karp and Josh Carpenter dig into the NBA and ESPN getting the Knicks back in the NBA Finals, what Stanley Cup Final matchup would be best for the NHL, takeaways from NASCAR and IndyCar on Memorial Day weekend and what... more

This week on the SBJ Sports Media Pod: What’s ahead for the NBA conference finals and finals, a big race weekend on tap, NASCAR’s Nielsen pivot, and recapping the Sports Business Awards.

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On this week's pod, SBJ’s Austin Karp and Josh Carpenter go deep on the biggest headlines around sports media. First, the duo look back at the Upfronts in Manhattan and how sports was woven in. Then, there’s talk about where some NFL games are landin... more

On this week's pod, SBJ media reporters Austin Karp and Josh Carpenter saddle up to break down the biggest Kentucky Derby audience since 1983. Then, it’s the latest on a carriage dispute between Disney and Comcast over NFL Network and why Duke basket... more

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Recent Guests

Michael Morris
Guggenheim media analyst
Guggenheim
Episode: Memorial Day weekend on tap, recapping Sports Business Awards
Jeff Blackburn
CEO of Tennis Channel
Tennis Channel
Episode: Upfront season highlights sports; late changes for the last available NFL games; Tennis Channel’s Jeff Blackburn
Matthew Caldwell
CEO of Minnesota Timberwolves and Lynx
Minnesota Timberwolves & Lynx
Episode: The Run for the Roses racks up a big audience; Comcast and Disney have an NFL Network stare down; the Timberwolves’ Matthew Caldwell talks basketball media issues
Bill Carstanjen
CEO of Churchill Downs Incorporated
Churchill Downs Inc
Episode: The impacts of Disney's ESPN decision; reacting to the NFL Draft; and Caitlin Clark and the Fever set another WNBA TV record.
Bennett Spector
Bleacher Report's GM involved in NFL Draft coverage
Bleacher Report
Episode: All eyes on the NFL Draft; digging into NBA local numbers; and what's next for LIV Golf on TV?
Gideon Cohen
Executive Vice President, Broadcasting and New Media, Athletes First
Athletes First
Episode: The Masters meets Amazon Prime Video; Is more basketball better for the NCAA tournaments?; and Gideon Cohen dishes on what Athletes First is trying to build
Elle Duncan
Former ESPN contributor; new face of Netflix sports
Netflix
Episode: NCAA Men’s Tournament numbers start hot; Elle Duncan on her move to Netflix; and how Sportradar is giving your telecasts a data edge
Brian Josephs
Vice President of Americas at Sportradar
Sportradar
Episode: NCAA Men’s Tournament numbers start hot; Elle Duncan on her move to Netflix; and how Sportradar is giving your telecasts a data edge
John Fanta
NBC Sports broadcaster and voice of Big East Basketball
NBC Sports
Episode: NCAA basketball keeps seeing big numbers; the WBC makes its mark; and NBC Sports’ John Fanta dishes on all things March Madness

Hosts

Austin Karp
SBJ Sports Media Podcast host; veteran SBJ reporter covering sports media rights and distribution.
Josh Carpenter
Co-host; SBJ/Sports Media Podcast contributor with focus on sports media strategy and rights.

Reviews

4.7 out of 5 stars from 472 ratings
  • No Mollie = Better Show

    Show still a far cry from the days of Ourand & Marchand but the one big positive this week was Mollie was on vacation. Much easier listen this week

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    1
    Jimmy’s Nieces
    United Statesa year ago
  • Show would be good if no Mollie Cahillane

    Last week she told us “there’s no way the KC vs Baltimore game would get to 24m”. Didn’t give a reason, just threw it out there… it hit 33m. Total clown. Stick to sideline reporting. No one wants to hear your analysis.. you have 3,000 followers on twitter for a reason lol. Oh, and now your pushing your political agenda on twitter after the debate.. what a great sports media reporter you are lol…. 2,300 followers and you really get to have an “opinion” why can’t this podcast get someone who has r... more

    Apple Podcasts
    1
    nba reviewer 12345
    United States2 years ago
  • Miss the good old days

    Show was much better when Andrew and John were hosts. Austin is okay but Mollie’s voice and opinions are a tough listen. Sorry

    Apple Podcasts
    2
    Marshfield WI
    United States2 years ago
  • Officially Jumped the Shark

    This podcast has been a hard listen since Marchand and Ourand left the pod but airing an interview with Elmo on a sports business podcast made my decision to unfollow. Know your target audience.

    Apple Podcasts
    1
    Rachau23
    United States2 years ago
  • Downhill since Ourand and Marchand left

    New hosts are way too vanilla. Not nearly as engaging as O & M. Also not sure why they got rid of whos up whos down segment that was the best part.

    Apple Podcasts
    1
    Dogstraightup
    United States2 years ago

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Some criticism around pacing or show format changes since long-running hosts departed.
Guests and topics consistently illuminate the business side of sports media.
Listeners appreciate deep industry context and guest expertise.

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How this podcast ranks in the Apple Podcasts, Spotify and YouTube charts.

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#38
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#96
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#179
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#57
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#140
Germany/News/Sports News
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#143
Italy/News/Sports News

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Memorial Day weekend on tap, recapping Sports Business Awards
Q: What are the big strategic shifts you see in NFL rights with Netflix and YouTube involved?
The NFL is leveraging streaming partners to diversify distribution while maintaining massive reach, using eventized, longer-term bundles as anchors to broader advertising and subscriber strategies.
The Run for the Roses racks up a big audience; Comcast and Disney have an NFL Network stare down; the Timberwolves’ Matthew Caldwell talks basketball media issues
Q: Can you share a memory from the Army–Navy game and why that event matters to you personally and professionally?
The Army–Navy game represents tradition and national pride, and Caldwell emphasizes keeping the game on a national broadcast with a clearly defined exclusive window to maintain its cultural significance.
The Run for the Roses racks up a big audience; Comcast and Disney have an NFL Network stare down; the Timberwolves’ Matthew Caldwell talks basketball media issues
Q: How do you view the role of new services like Victory Plus in expanding access for fans without locking growth behind paywalls?
Victory Plus is a hub for growing fan reach with free access and a strong digital footprint, helping to bring more eyeballs to Lynx and Wolves games while offering scalable paths for future monetization.
The Run for the Roses racks up a big audience; Comcast and Disney have an NFL Network stare down; the Timberwolves’ Matthew Caldwell talks basketball media issues
Q: What are the biggest changes you've observed in media rights for the Timberwolves and Lynx since you moved from the NHL to the NBA?
The move to multiple platforms, including ABC/ESPN, NBC Peacock, and Amazon Prime, has increased exposure and requires more flexible, accessible options for fans, while still balancing revenue through varied distributions and partnerships.
The impacts of Disney's ESPN decision; reacting to the NFL Draft; and Caitlin Clark and the Fever set another WNBA TV record.
Q: Why did Disney decide not to spin ESPN off, and what does that mean for bundling ESPN into streaming options?
The decision appears to preserve ESPN within the Disney portfolio while exploring strategic opportunities like bundling and licensing in limited forms, rather than a full spin-off, with leadership still evaluating how ESPN fits alongside other Disney assets.

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A data-driven look at the business of sports media, covering rights deals, streaming strategies, ratings trends, and the evolving distribution landscape. Recent episodes explore NFL rights, streaming platforms, and the role of data and analytics in broadcast storytelling, often anchored by interviews with industry leaders and media strategists. The show shines when it features veteran insiders and executives who unpack complex rights markets, measurement, and sponsorship dynamics, making it valuable for sponsors, agencies, and marketers seeking context on who's shaping sports media today.

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1. Michael Morris
2. Jeff Blackburn
3. Matthew Caldwell
4. Bill Carstanjen
5. Bennett Spector
6. Gideon Cohen
7. Elle Duncan
8. Brian Josephs

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