Best Roger Goodell Podcasts (2026)

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TGL: Next Gen Links - Anatomy of the TGL Launch and Season One 43:02

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In this episode of On Stage, we take you inside a panel conversation unpacking the launch of one of the most ambitious new properties in sports: TGL. Recorded on Tuesday, April 22, 2025, at the SBJ World Congress of Sports in Nashville, this discussion brings together leaders from across sports, media, technology, and investment to break down the v…

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Ep. 104: NCAA President Charlie Baker on the Latest in College Sports + Team IMPACT 38:20

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Send us a text On this episode, I’m joined by Charlie Baker, President of the NCAA and former Governor of Massachusetts. Charlie discusses the biggest misconceptions about the NCAA, prospects of federal legislation for college sports, the ongoing athlete eligibility lawsuits, the NCAA’s new partnership with Team IMPACT, and much more. Thank you for…

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Mark Wilf: Leadership Legacy and International Ambition 21:13

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In this episode of On Stage, Minnesota Vikings Owner and President Mark Wilf joins Sophie Goldschmidt, President and CEO of U.S. Ski & Snowboard, for a wide-ranging conversation that took place on October 1, 2025, at Leaders Week London. Wilf reflects on his journey as an NFL owner and the leadership principles that have shaped the Vikings’ long-te…

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Jimmy and Dee Haslam: The Haslams on Ownership Vision and Community 30:37

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In this episode of On Stage, we bring you a joint conversation with Dee and Jimmy Haslam of Haslam Sports, one of the most influential ownership groups in American sports. Recorded on October 2, 2025, at Leaders Week London, this discussion offers an inside look at how the Haslams approach ownership, leadership, and long-term community impact acros…

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Ep. 103: Senator Richard Blumenthal on the Future of College Sports and the SAFE Act vs. the SCORE Act 28:58

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Send us a text On this episode, I’m joined by United States Senator Richard Blumenthal. With the push for college sports reform heating up in Congress, Senator Blumenthal breaks down why the SAFE Act—and not the SCORE Act— is the right path forward for college athletics. He describes the NCAA as an abject failure in protecting athletes' rights, and…

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Richard Masters: Goals in the short and long term and Shaping the Premier Leagues Future 28:31

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In this episode of On Stage, Richard Masters, Chief Executive of the Premier League, joins Karthi Gnagnasegaram, Presenter and Host, for an in-depth conversation on the evolving strategy behind the world’s most-watched sports league. Recorded on October 2, 2025, at Leaders Week London, this discussion explores how Masters and his team are steering …

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Ep. 102: The Most Powerful Man in College Sports? Cody Campbell and his Plan to Save College Sports 47:37

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Send us a text On this episode, I’m joined by arguably the most powerful man--and one of the wealthiest--in college sports, Cody Campbell. Cody is co-founder and co-CEO of Double Eagle Energy Holdings and chair of the Board of Regents of the Texas Tech University system. Cody joins to discuss his plan to save college sports, including amending the …

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Roger Goodell: Conversation with Commissioner on NFL powerhouse status 30:01

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In this episode of On Stage, NFL Commissioner Roger Goodell joins Neil Reynolds, presenter of the NFL on Sky Sports, for an in-depth conversation about the league’s global ambitions and evolving strategy. Recorded on October 2, 2025, at Leaders Week London—hosted by SBJ’s sister company Leaders in Sport at Allianz Stadium—Goodell shares his perspec…

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Ep. 101: College Coaching Buyout Madness, with former Penn State QB and coach, Jay Paterno. 44:51

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Send us a text On this episode, I’m joined by Jay Paterno, former Penn State QB, longtime Penn State assistant coach, son of college football legend Joe Paterno, and now a college sports and NIL consultant. Jay joins to talk about the college coaching carousel and buyouts, including the recent firing of James Franklin, the impact of the NIL era, an…

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Val Ackerman: Legacy Leadership and Redifining the landscape of sports 32:18

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In this episode of On Stage, BIG EAST Commissioner Val Ackerman joins Sports Business Journal’s Publisher and Executive Editor, Abraham Madkour for an inspiring and candid conversation that took place on September 25, 2025, at SBJ’s Game Changers conference in New York City. Ackerman — a pioneer in sports leadership and one of the most respected vo…

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John Slusher: Driving Commercial Success for the LA28 Olympic Games 30:14

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In this episode of On Stage, U.S. Olympic & Paralympic Properties CEO John Slusher joins Sports Business Journal Editor-at-Large Terry Lefton for an insightful conversation about the business engine powering the upcoming Los Angeles 2028 Olympic and Paralympic Games. Recorded on September 17, 2025, at SBJ’s AXS DRIVE conference in Los Angeles, this…

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Stan Kasten and Lon Rosen: Inside the Dodgers building a championship brand on and off the field 31:34

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In this episode of On Stage, we take you inside the L.A. Dodgers with CEO & President Stan Kasten and Executive Vice President & CMO Lon Rosen. This conversation, recorded September 17, 2025 at SBJ’s AXS DRIVE event in Los Angeles, explores how one of the most iconic franchises in sports continues to set the standard on and off the field. Kasten an…

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Steve Ballmer: Intuit Dome Innovation and the Future of Basketball 32:54

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Ep. 100! Jon Gruden's Battle with the NFL & Roger Goodell, with Jon Gruden's Lawyer, Adam Hosmer-Henner, and ESPN Investigative Reporter, Don Van Natta 50:16

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Send us a text On this episode, we go back to the NFL, where one of the biggest stories off the field is Jon Gruden’s ongoing lawsuit against the NFL and Roger Goodell, where he alleges that the NFL and Goodell “engaged in a malicious and orchestrated campaign to destroy the career and reputation of Jon Gruden.” To break down the big new developmen…

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Ep. 99: Behind the Scenes of the NFL-NFLPA Battles, with De Smith, former NFLPA Executive Director, 1:01:45

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Send us a text On this episode, I’m joined by De Smith, the former longtime executive director of the NFLPA. De discusses his new book Turf Wars, his battles with Roger Goodell, the "petulant" NFL owners and their "diabolical general counsel," his perspective on the current NFLPA saga and the quest for guaranteed contracts, whether there might be a…

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Mellody Hobson: Investing in Purpose and the Future of Sports 38:36

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In this episode of On Stage, two visionary leaders—Mellody Hobson, Co-CEO and President of Ariel Investments, and Ted Leonsis, Founder, Chairman & CEO of Monumental Sports & Entertainment—share the stage at SBJ’s Dealmakers Conference in Washington, D.C., on November 30, 2023. Hobson, a nationally recognized financial executive and advocate for fin…

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Ep. 98: The Room Where it Happens for College Sports, with Julie Roe Lach 48:24

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Send us a text On this episode, I'm joined by Julie Roe Lach, Commissioner of the Horizon League. Most of the talk about the new era of college sports has focused on the Power Four conference, but Julie helps break down what a group of non-FBS Division I conferences are doing to prepare for the future, how they aim to protect collegiate Olympic spo…

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Michael Rubin: Fanatics, Growth, and Lessons from the Worlds Biggest Sports Platform 34:15

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In this episode of On Stage, Michael Rubin, CEO and Chairman of Fanatics, joins SBJ’s Publisher and Executive Editor Abe Madkour for a lively conversation at the CAA World Congress of Sports on April 16, 2024. Rubin pulls back the curtain on the unprecedented growth of Fanatics, which now spans licensed merchandise, trading cards, collectibles, and…

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Ep. 97: The Case for College Athletes as Unionized Employees. With Jennifer Abruzzo, former NLRB General Counsel 50:56

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Send us a text On this episode, I'm joined by the former General Counsel of the National Labor Relations Board, Jennifer Abruzzo. Jennifer discusses: 1) Why she thinks college athletes should be unionized employees who engage in collective bargaining 2) Why collective bargaining help, not hurt, college athletics as a whole 3) How and why conferenc…

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Paul Tagliabue: An Outside Perspective on Amateur Athletics 34:10

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Description: This episode of On Stage takes us deeper into the SBJ archives than ever before, revisiting a keynote interview from the 2016 Intercollegiate Athletics Forum with Paul Tagliabue, the longtime former commissioner of the National Football League. Tagliabue, who led the NFL from 1989 to 2006, oversaw one of the league’s most transformativ…

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Laura Ricketts: A Conversation with a Team Owner Philanthropist and Activist 24:01

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In this episode of On Stage, Laura Ricketts—co-owner of the Chicago Cubs and Chicago Sky—sits down with Abe Madkour, Publisher & Executive Editor of Sports Business Journal. Recorded on October 30, 2024, at SBJ’s Dealmakers Conference in Washington, D.C., the conversation highlights Ricketts’ unique position as one of the few women to hold a majori…

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Ep. 96: College Sports and the Looming Title IX Challenges, with Janet Judge 39:46

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Send us a text Legendary Title IX and sports lawyer, Janet Judge, joins to talk about the potential Title IX issues in college sports raised by the new roster caps, revenue sharing with athletes, the college sports executive order, and everything else you wanted to know about Title IX and gender equity issues in college sports. Thank you for listen…

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Will Ferrell and Larry Freedman: Fireside Chat 46:06

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In this special episode of On Stage, actor, comedian, and LAFC co-owner Will Ferrell joins Larry Freedman, the club’s co-president, for a fireside chat moderated by SBJ’s Abe Madkour. Recorded on February 27, 2023, at the National Sports Forum in Los Angeles, this session offers a rare glimpse into how one of Hollywood’s most recognizable figures b…

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Rob Manfred: The State and Future of Major League Baseball 30:58

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Description: In this episode of On Stage, MLB Commissioner Rob Manfred joins SBJ Senior Writer Joe Lemire for a candid conversation on the business, challenges, and opportunities shaping professional baseball. Recorded on April 22, 2025, at the CAA World Congress of Sports presented by Sports Business Journal, this keynote captures Manfred’s perspe…

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Ep. 95: Breaking Down the NFLPA Saga, with Pro Football Talk's Mike Florio 35:31

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Send us a text Mike Florio, creator and longtime editor of Pro Football Talk, author, radio host, television commentator, co-host of the Daily NFL Talk Show on Peacock with Chris Sims, and contributor to NBC's Sunday night NFL Studio show, Football Night in America, joins to talk about the latest in the ongoing NFL Players Association saga, why he …

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Ep. 94: An Inside Look at Buying and Selling Pro Sports Teams, Stadium Development, and Private Equity in Pro and College Sports, with Sports Business Lawyer Irwin Raij 55:49

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Send us a text Irwin Raij, partner at Sidley and Co-Chair of their Entertainment, Sports, and Media Group, joins the pod to discuss what it means to be a sports business lawyer, issues around buying and selling pro sports teams, trends in sports stadiums and real estate development, and the influx of private equity money in US pro sports and the c…

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Rich Paul: Influence, Legacy, and Building KLUTCH 33:23

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Episode Description: In this episode of On Stage, Rich Paul—CEO of KLUTCH Sports Group and Head of Sports at United Talent Agency—joins Zach Leonsis, President of Media & New Enterprises at Monumental Sports & Entertainment, for a compelling one-on-one conversation that spans business, brand, representation, and long-term influence. Recorded on Oct…

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Charlie Baker: The Future of the NCAA and What Comes Next 32:36

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In this episode of On Stage, NCAA President Charlie Baker sits down with SBJ Executive Editor and Publisher Abe Madkour for a candid conversation about the state of college athletics—and the future of the NCAA itself. This conversation took place December 11, 2024, at the SBJ Intercollegiate Athletics Forum in Las Vegas, during a pivotal moment in …

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Ep. 93: Federal Legislation for College Sports? Breaking down the SCORE Act with Congresswoman Lori Trahan. 32:40

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Send us a text Congresswoman Lori Trahan, a former DI college volleyball player and a go-to voice in Congress on college sports issues (among many other issues) gives her perspective on the SCORE Act, the college sports bill that has progressed further than any other piece of college sports legislation. Rep. Trahan also gives insight into the debat…

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General Mark Milley and Ted Leonsis: Fireside Chat between Leaders and Visionaries 35:56

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Episode Description: In this special episode of On Stage, two extraordinary leaders—General Mark Milley, the recently retired Chair of the Joint Chiefs of Staff, and Ted Leonsis, Founder and CEO of Monumental Sports & Entertainment—sit down for a powerful and wide-ranging conversation about leadership, culture, and service. Recorded on October 30, …

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Ep. 92: The Collision between Immigration Law and College Sports: Can International College Athletes be Paid in the New NIL Era? With Sports Immigration Lawyer Catherine Haight 42:36

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Send us a text On this episode, we tackle the collision of immigration law and college sports. With 100s of millions of dollars now flowing to college athletes, are international athletes allowed to get a piece of the new revenue pie? To help me break it all down, I’m joined by Catherine Haight, founder of Haight Law Group and a veteran sports immi…

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David Falk: Building Air Jordan NIL and the Business of Athlete Influence 39:44

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In this episode of On Stage, Sports Business Journal’s Executive Publisher Abe Madkour sits down with iconic sports agent David Falk for a conversation about the legacy of athlete empowerment and the business of storytelling. Recorded on May 20, 2025, at SBJ’s 4se event in New York City, the conversation traces Falk’s role in redefining what it mea…

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Ep. 91: The Collision between Title IX and the New NIL Era in College Sports, with Arthur Bryant. 52:16

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Send us a text On this episode, we tackle the pending and looming Title IX challenges to NIL payments to college athletes from collectives and challenges to the new payments that schools will be making directly to athletes. To help me break it all down, I'm joined by Arthur Bryant, the lawyer who is bringing many of these lawsuits, and it was repr…

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Constance Schwartz-Morini and Michael Strahan: Building Value Across Athletes Audiences and Brands 49:47

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Episode Description: In this episode of On Stage, Sports Business Journal’s Publisher and Executive Editor Abe Madkour sits down with SMAC Entertainment’s dynamic co-founders—Michael Strahan and Constance Schwartz-Morini—for a masterclass in athlete-driven media and brand building. Recorded on May 20, 2025, at SBJ’s 4se event in New York City, this…

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Jones Family: Running the Dallas Cowboys as a Family Business 46:39

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Episode Description: In this episode of On Stage, Sports Business Journal’s Publisher and Executive Editor Abe Madkour sits down with the three siblings leading the most valuable sports franchise in the world—the Dallas Cowboys. Recorded on September 17, 2024, at SBJ’s AXS DRIVE event in Frisco, Texas, this rare joint appearance features Charlotte …

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Ep. 90: The Future of Olympic Sports, with Dr. Jaime Gordon. 42:03

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Send us a text Dr. Jaime Gordon, CEO of the American Volleyball Coaches Association, joins the pod to discuss the future of Olympic sports and the impact—including schools dropping sports-that the new rules in college sports will have on Olympic sports on college campuses and beyond, and what can be done to protect these opportunities. Thank you fo…

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Ep. 89: The Final House vs. NCAA Podcast (for now) with...Grant House! 58:41

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Send us a text After five years of talking about the House case and the House settlement, I'm joined by none other than Grant House, the actual House in House. Grant talks about his role and goal with the lawsuit, his views on the settlement, and much more. Thank you for listening! For the latest in sports law news and analysis, you can follow Gab…

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Ep. 88: Title IX in the New College Sports Landscape and an Appeal of the House Settlement. With John Clune, Partner at Hutchinson, Black and Cook. 30:55

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Send us a text John Clune, partner at Hutchinson Black and Cook, joins the pod to discuss the Title IX lawsuits that many schools will likely face because they are (reportedly) planning to distribute up to 90% of the new payments under the House settlement to male athletes, primarily football and men's basketball players. We will also talk about th…

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Shaun White: Building the Snow League and Redefining Snowboarding 46:04

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Episode Description: In this episode of On Stage, Olympic gold medalist and action sports icon Shaun White joins Sports Business Journal staff writer Chris Smith for a strategic conversation that took place on May 21, 2025, at SBJ’s 4se event in New York City. White shares his vision behind The Snow League, a new venture designed to bring structure…

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Ep. 87: A New Era in College Sports, with Troy Dannen, Athletic Director at University of Nebraska 42:27

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Send us a text Troy Dannen, Athletic Director at University of Nebraska, and the newest member of the College Football Playoff Committee, joins the pod to give an inside look at the changes we're about to see in big time college sports-- from schools directly compensating players, to new oversight of NIL deals, to the future of football governance …

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The Tech Evolution of Hockey: Insights from NHL Commissioner Gary Bettman 35:31

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In this episode of On Stage, NHL Commissioner Gary Bettman joins Sports Business Journal senior writer Joe Lemire for a forward-looking conversation that took place on March 5, 2025, at SBJ’s Tech Week. Bettman—recently nominated for SBJ’s Executive of the Year award—shares how the NHL is modernizing its business and leaning into technology to shap…

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Global Growth: The NBA’s 2025 Innovation Blueprint with Amy Brooks 31:39

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In this episode of On Stage, Amy Brooks, President of New Business Ventures at the NBA, joins SBJ Managing Director Dan Kaufman for an insight-rich conversation that took place on March 5, 2025, at SBJ’s Tech Week in New York City. A core architect of the NBA’s growth strategy, Brooks offers an inside look at how the league is evolving its global a…

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Adam Silver: The Business of Basketball and the Future of the NBA 33:36

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In this episode of On Stage, NBA Commissioner Adam Silver joins ESPN and ABC analyst Bob Myers for a candid, in-depth conversation recorded live on April 22, 2025, at the CAA World Congress of Sports, presented by Sports Business Journal. Silver, one of the most influential figures in global sports, shares his perspectives on the challenges and opp…

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Ep. 86: Life After House-- What's Next for the NCAA? With the Lead Outside Counsel for the NCAA, Rakesh Kilaru 48:56

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Send us a text Rakesh Kilaru, lead outside counsel for the NCAA in the House case, rejoins the podcast to talk about how the settlement will be operationalized, the possibility of an appeal of the settlement, why he believes that this settlement will lead to more legal stability for the NCAA, and much more. We will also talk about the new wave of e…

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Greg Sankey: Navigating the Future of College Sports 31:33

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In this episode of On Stage, SEC Commissioner Greg Sankey joins Sports Business Journal’s Rachel Axon for a candid interview that took place on April 22, 2025, at the CAA World Congress of Sports presented by Sports Business Journal. Widely regarded as one of the most influential figures in college athletics, Sankey dives into the challenges and op…

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Ep. 85: The Fate of College Sports (and the House Settlement) with Steve Molo, Lead Counsel for 100+ Athlete Objectors 47:43

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Send us a text On this episode, we’re talking more House settlement—this time I’m joined by Steve Molo, lead counsel for the largest group of athlete objectors. Steve explains why he thinks the settlement should be rejected, possible next steps if the settlement is approved, and much more. Thank you for listening! For the latest in sports law news …

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Mentor & Mentee: Bob Iger and Jimmy Pitaro in Conversation 35:49

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In the premiere episode of On Stage, we present an exclusive conversation between Bob Iger, CEO of Disney, and Jimmy Pitaro, Chairman of ESPN. This discussion took place on April 22nd at the 2025 CAA World Congress of Sports presented by Sports Business Journal in Nashville, Tennessee. It offers a rare glimpse into a mentor-mentee relationship that…

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Welcome to SBJ On Stage. Each week, hear an exclusive interview from one of Sports Business Journal's industry events. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.comfor information about our collection and use of personal data foradvertising.By Sports Business Journal

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Ep. 84: The Latest on the Twists and Turns in the House v. NCAA Settlement with Co-Lead Counsel, Steve Berman 42:20

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Send us a text Steve Berman, Co-Lead Counsel for the plaintiff in the House case, rejoins the podcast to discuss the latest developments in the House settlement and the future of college sports. Thank you for listening! For the latest in sports law news and analysis, you can follow Gabe Feldman on twitter @sportslawguy .…

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Ep. 83: The College Football Video Game and the Future of College Athlete Group Licensing with Casey Schwab 48:16

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Send us a text There is a multi-billion dollar college sports issue that is flying under the radar-- the EA Sports College Football game and group licensing rights for college athletes. I'm joined by Casey Schwab, president and founder of Pathway Sports, a company that is offering every D1 football athlete the chance to participate in the first-ev…