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SportsPro Podcast

SportsPro
Euro 2024
Football
Gender Equality
Women's Basketball
The Hundred
Professional Women's Hockey League
Diversity and Inclusion In Sports
Marketability
Sports Sponsorship
Jude Bellingham
Kylian Mbappe
Roc Nation
Women In Sports
Manchester United
Women's Sports
Brand Partnerships
Cristiano Ronaldo
Edmonton Grads
WNBA
IPL

Join SportsPro writers and guests for comment, insight and analysis on the matters of the moment in the global sports industry.

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Latest Episodes

The SportsPro Podcast signs off for the year with its traditional dose of festive chaos, as Ed Dixon hosts the 2025 SportsPro Christmas Quiz with Josh Sim, Steve McCaskill and Sam Carp.

From staggeringly slow quick-fire questions and an ill-conceiv... more

The SportsPro Podcast returns with Ed Dixon, Steve McCaskill and Sam Carp as they break down darts’ rapid ascent with PDC Chief Executive Matt Porter. From the World Darts Championship selling out in an hour to the first £1 million winner’s prize, th... more

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The SportsPro Podcast returns with Josh Sim, Steve McCaskill, Ed Dixon and Sam Carp, alongside a drop-in from BlackBook Motorsport’s Cian Brittle.

Fresh from Monaco, Josh shares his insights from the Sportel business conference, including LaLiga pre... more

SportsPro’s Steve McCaskill sits down with Miles Jacobson, the studio director at Sports Interactive, the UK-based video game developer known for Football Manager to discuss the most significant evolution in the series history. Jacobson explains the ... more

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Recent Guests

Matt Porter
Chief Executive of the Professional Darts Corporation (PDC)
Professional Darts Corporation (PDC)
Episode: “We could sell it out twice”: How the World Darts Championship became a global phenomenon
Al Guido
President of the San Francisco 49ers and chairman and chief executive of Elevate
San Francisco 49ers, Elevate
Episode: Will stadium naming rights ever catch on in Europe?
Alejandro Marino-Madrid
Head of Artificial Intelligence at the International Olympic Committee
International Olympic Committee
Episode: Who's winning the AI race in sport?
Olivia Gillibrand
CMO at SportQuake
SportQuake
Episode: Impact X: Inside our all-new exhibition of sports marketing excellence
Steve Martin
Founding partner, MSQ Sport and Entertainment
MSQ
Episode: Impact X: Inside our all-new exhibition of sports marketing excellence
Subhayu Roy
Director of CricViz in India
CricViz
Episode: How IPL teams use data to get ahead on and off the pitch
Stacie June
Global Head of Education and Advocacy at Dove, focusing on body confidence and mental health issues among young girls in sports.
Dove
Episode: More than a sponsor: How Dove is tackling girls' sports dropout crisis
Simon Thompson
CEO of Trickshot, a company focused on volumetric data capture and creating digital versions of real-life sports for immersive experiences.
Trickshot
Episode: Why these are the 20 most exciting sports tech startups in the world today
Marissa Daly
Vice President and General Manager of the Los Angeles Rams
Los Angeles Rams
Episode: Will Super Bowl LIX be the most watched yet? Plus, how the LA Rams are transforming the NFL stadium experience

Hosts

Ed Dixon
Deputy Editor at SportsPro, contributes in-depth perspectives on the sports business industry.
Steve McCaskill
Editor at SportsPro, focuses on technology and its implications in sports.
Sam Carp
Head of Editorial at SportsPro, specializes in features and discussions related to sports and media.

Reviews

4.7 out of 5 stars from 61 ratings
  • Top insight

    Thoroughly enjoyable

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Bill_OG_78
    United Kingdoma year ago
  • My weekly fix

    My weekly fix for all things sports business. Love the insights & the humourous manner they are delivered. Keep it up SP team 🤝

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Son_Of_Moyo
    South Africaa year ago
  • Very good content but poor sound quality

    Probably the best sports business podcats, however a big effort has to be done regarding the quality of production and sound.

    Apple Podcasts
    4
    Mahmoudbou
    United Kingdom2 years ago
  • Good job!

    As someone who works in pro sports, I have to say this is good stuff!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    123CoooolYes
    United States5 years ago
  • Anthony Jones

    Very good, can't wait for the next one.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    michael barber
    United Kingdom12 years ago

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Listeners appreciate the insightful and humorous take on sports business matters, valuing the depth of analysis.

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“We could sell it out twice”: How the World Darts Championship became a global phenomenon
Q: How do you create a darts season and make every event a temple event?
It's about delivering to different people, providing what they've come to expect from the TV ads as well as creating an engaging atmosphere during events.
“We could sell it out twice”: How the World Darts Championship became a global phenomenon
Q: How did you go about negotiating that new contract with Sky?
We started from a position of loyalty, knowing they've been with us for a long time, but also made it clear that the product now required a different level of recognition and respect.
“We could sell it out twice”: How the World Darts Championship became a global phenomenon
Q: Is this a golden age for darts? Would you say?
Yes, without a shadow of a doubt, darts has now become a major entertainment sport, appealing to a wide audience.
Is this the END of sports docuseries?
Q: What does the sports documentary landscape look like today?
The sports documentary landscape is crowded, and while there are many options available, the novelty and magic of access may be fading due to an oversaturation of similar formats.
Impact X: Inside our all-new exhibition of sports marketing excellence
Q: What are the key ingredients to drive impactful collaborations?
The keys include understanding goals, audience alignment, and strategic planning.

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This podcast provides insightful commentary and analysis on the current happenings within the global sports industry, featuring discussions on various topics ranging from major sporting events to the evolving dynamics of sports business. A unique aspect is the podcast's blend of humor and thorough exploration of industry challenges, catering to both professionals in the field and sports enthusiasts. Listeners can expect a mix of engaging interviews with industry leaders, expert panel discussions, and in-depth reflections on media rights, sponsorships, athlete marketability, and the impact of technology on sports.

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Recent guests on SportsPro Podcast include:

1. Matt Porter
2. Al Guido
3. Alejandro Marino-Madrid
4. Olivia Gillibrand
5. Steve Martin
6. Subhayu Roy
7. Stacie June
8. Simon Thompson

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