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Venu Sports Could Be Done Before It Starts Aug 19, 2024

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Venu Sports faces a temporary injunction that is expected to prevent it from launching before the NFL season. However, the long-term picture may be more dire for the media company co-owned by Fox, Disney, and Warner Bros. Discovery. Front Office Sports contributor Daniel Kaplan explains the implications of the news.

With the NFL season on the horizon, the fantasy football world has kicked into high gear. Andy Holloway, co-host of the Fantasy Footballers podcast joins the show to describe how the fantasy industry has evolved along with the growth of the NFL.

Plus, a pop star’s sports agency faces a legal challenge, an Olympian is riding a big performance in Paris into the NBA, and an NFL team is releasing a player without knowing exactly why.

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USMNT's New Coach; RSN's Continue to Crumble Aug 16, 2024

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The US Men’s National Team has reportedly hired a new coach: Mauricio Pochettino, formerly of Chelsea FC. We sit down with ‘Yanks Abroad’ host Will Balsam, who provides insight into the decision and what we should expect with Pochettino at the helm, as the US looks forward to hosting the 2026 World Cup.

Plus, Colin Kaepernick has a coaching offer on the table, baseball’s biggest dumpster fire is slashing ticket prices, and FOS newsletter writer Eric Fisher has the latest on another NBA team is ditching its regional sports network.

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Rapoport on NFL Star Holdouts, Cowboys’ ‘Infinite’ Value, Rule Changes Aug 15, 2024

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NFL Network insider Ian Rapoport joins the show to discuss the holdouts of Haason Reddick, CeeDee Lamb, and Brandon Aiyuk, plus major changes to the NFL as we know it. RapSheet gives his take on new gameplay rules, private equity in the NFL, and the league’s gambling integration.

We also get a breakdown of USA Gymnastics’ options regarding Jordan Chiles’ disputed bronze medal from Howard Jacobs, a seasoned attorney specializing in athlete disputes, and get an inside look at a WNBA front office with Atlanta Dream executive Dan Gadd.

Plus, the Intuit Dome opens, a former athlete enters politics, an NHL team is for sale, and Dr. Dre wants in on the 2028 Olympics … as a competitor.

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US Not Giving Up Chiles’ Medal, FIBA Blocks Big3 Aug 14, 2024

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The US could appeal the tenth of a point that denied Jordan Chiles a bronze medal all the way to the Swiss Supreme Court. However it ultimately resolves, both the US and IOC are setting new precedents regarding disputed medals.

Meanwhile, FIBA shut down a potential game between Big3 All-Stars and Netherlands’ gold medal-winning 3-on-3 basketball team. Big3 owner Ice Cube had some tough words for the governing organization.

Plus, Las Vegas police officers are threatening a boycott on working Raiders game over the NFL’s new policies around facial recognition technology.

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NWSL's New CBA; Lyles Saga Continues Aug 13, 2024

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The NWSL signed a new CBA coming off its transformative set of $240 million media rights, while rumors emerged of MLS starting its own women's soccer league. Newsletter writer David Rumsey breaks down what we know about the NWSL’s new CBA and the wild rumor involving MLS.

Plus we hear from Oakland Roots president Lindsay Barenz, following the team’s announcement that they are moving into the Oakland Coliseum next year, Noah Lyles continues to put the pressure on Adidas, and we hear about an up-and-coming US track league with former football player Brandon Wimbush.

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Gold, Controversy Mark End of Olympics for US Aug 12, 2024

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The US women’s soccer team and the men and women’s basketball teams took home gold, but one US Olympian, gymnast Jordan Chiles, is being asked to return her bronze medal. Another Olympian, Jayson Tatum, is unsure if he wants to return after seeing limited minutes for Team USA.

We also get the latest developments on the scandal involving Mississippi welfare dollars going to projects connected to Hall of Fame quarterback Brett Favre, and hear from Vatom CEO Eric Pulier on the coming Olympic Esports Games.

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WBD's Big Tumble; A Big Bet on HBCUs Aug 09, 2024

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Warner Bros. Discovery is facing major challenges after its earnings report included a $9.1 billion write-down of the company’s value.

We also hear from a relatively new player on the media scene, as Curtis Symonds, president of HBCU GO joins to discuss his vision for the company.

Plus, a tragedy shook the CrossFit Games just hours into the event and the NCAA is set to take a major step toward pay equity in college basketball.

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Olympic Evolution with Carli Lloyd, Caitlyn Jenner Aug 08, 2024

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As we approach the final days of the 2024 Olympics, we welcome two former gold medalists to the show: Carli Lloyd and Caitlyn Jenner.

Plus, FOS Senior Reporter Mike McCarthy joins with the latest insight on Charles Barkley and TNT's plans for the future.

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Mike Tirico Talks Olympic Boom; Hamptons Trip with FOS Aug 07, 2024

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The Olympics are surging in both ratings and public interest, and their star-studded cast is a big reason why. Legendary Broadcaster and Olympics Host Mike Tirico joins FOS Today to discuss the scene in Paris, and what goes into NBCs groundbreaking coverage for the Games.

Plus, we take you to the "Huddle in the Hamptons", a FOS-hosted event that featured some of the most notable athlete-investors in the industry. Midge Purce, Marcus Colston, and Wale Ogunleye discuss the excitement and caution that comes with being athletes in business.

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How Athletes Are Changing the Broadcasting Game Aug 06, 2024

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Barrick Prince, co-founder of the Creator Sports Network, joins to discuss a new strategy to appeal to younger audiences: make game broadcasts feel like TikToks. Prince describes why "altcasts" are the key to the next generation of sports fans.

Plus, Noah Lyles wants a shoe deal with Adidas, swimmers are getting sick in the Seine, and the A's sell their share of the Oakland Coliseum.

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