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Ice Cube’s Olympic Call-Out; Inside IMG Media Aug 05, 2024

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The IOC brought back 3-on-3 basketball for just the second time, with the United States having a disappointing performance from both the men's and women's team. Ice Cube, founder of the Big3 basketball league, discusses why he thinks he can form a better 3-on-3 basketball team than Team USA.

Plus, Adam Kelly, IMG media president, spoke with Owen Poindexter about the rapid evolution of Media Rights deals, and how IMG continues to position itself ahead of that curve.

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Paige Bueckers Makes History Again Aug 02, 2024

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UConn star Paige Bueckers has signed a unique NIL deal with 3-on-3 women’s basketball league Unrivaled to become the first NCAA athlete ever to own equity in a sports league. Front Office Sports Reporter Margaret Fleming explains the significance of this moment, and why Bueckers is poised for a starlit career on and off the court.

Plus, The Gist Co-Founder Ellen Hyslop joins the show to discuss a growing wave in women's sports coverage and how some media outlets are already ahead of the curve.

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Should WNBA Get Its Own Rights Deal; AC Milan’s Winning Formula Aug 01, 2024

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Front Office Sports has learned that the WNBA’s TV deal could now eclipse $3 Billion, with the league looking to add additional partners. We spoke with FOS reporter Colin Salao about who those partners might be, and whether the WNBA will detach itself from the NBA in the future.

Plus, AC Milan CEO Giorgio Furlani stopped by our studio to discuss the Italian club’s recent financial success, and how to balance long term financial health and the “win now” mentality.

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Inside Scott Hanson’s ‘Gold Zone’; The Wave of Olympic Surfing Jul 31, 2024

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The Olympics are experiencing a huge bump in viewership, and Scott Hanson’s ‘Gold Zone’ could be a big reason why. We broke down NBC’s new flagship show with Senior Reporter Michael McCarthy, who had the chance to speak with Hansen about the program’s early success.

Plus, Bella Hadid speaks up about Adidas’ ad campaign, Joel Embiid doubles down, and organizing Olympic surfing takes a village – literally. We discuss the unique format of the sport with big wave surfer Maya Gabeira.

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Team USA Basketball Drama; The Problem With Legalized Gambling Jul 30, 2024

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Jaylen Brown and Grant Hill exchanged comments about the “conspiracy” behind USA Basketball. We sat down with FOS Reporter Colin Salao to discuss the invisible forces of Team USA and what’s next in this saga.

Plus, the negative effects of legalized gambling in the US is starting to rear its head. Alex Schiffer has the latest on a new study that details bankruptcy, low credit scores, and poor financial health.

Later in the show, Chicago Sky Owner Nadia Rawlinson joins to discuss a massive facilities upgrade in this loaded episode of FOS Today.

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Outstanding Olympics Opener, BTS at FOS Jul 29, 2024

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The Olympics got underway on Friday with record-setting viewership for its opening ceremony along the Seine. We sat down with Bill Kirk, CEO of Weather Trends International, to discuss the dangers of the river and how climate patterns are among the most important factors for the IOC’s planning process.

Plus, we peel back the curtain in a sit down with new Editor-In-Chief Dan Roberts to discuss the future of sports business and what’s on the horizon for Front Office Sports.

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Olympics Open: What Athletes Can Do With 15 Minutes of Fame Jul 26, 2024

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The Olympics opening ceremony officially kicks off the Games, and we look into how the competition can alter an athlete’s career trajectory with Rio medalist Fitzroy Dunkley.

Plus, the WNBA will see drastic changes to its media landscape under its new deals, Warner Bros. Discovery is still fighting for NBA rights, and Fanatics is denying reports about a stake sale amid multiple legal battles.

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SCANDALOUS: Guilty Plea Puts Heat on Favre, Olympic Spygate Jul 25, 2024

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The reigning gold medalist Canadian soccer team has excused two employees after they were caught flying a drone over opponent practices. Front Office Sports Breaking News Reporter Alex Schiffer joins the show to discuss the decision and its implications on Canada’s hopes to repeat in 2024.

Plus, the NBA has announced the winner of its TV rights sweepstakes, Mat Ishbia pledges to bring an NHL team back to Phoenix, and Brett Favre’s business partner has pleaded guilty. FOS Senior Reporter A.J. Perez reveals what he’s learned about that case, and what could be in line for Favre.

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NFL’s 18-Game Season & Contract Holdouts, Olympics’ Newest Sport Jul 24, 2024

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The NFL has begun talks on adding an extra game to its season. Andrew Brandt, former NFL executive, joins the show to explain how the coming negotiations will be a test of the NFLPA’s power. We also look into the limited power of players holding out for a better contract.

Plus, Snoop Dogg is an Olympic torch-bearer, there are plans for a $7 billion development around the Bulls and Blackhawks arena, and breakdancing is making its Olympics debut. Steezy co-founder Evan Zhou joins to explain how the sport rose from the dance floor to the Summer Games.

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TNT Matches Amazon’s Offer, “Inside the NBA” Given New Life Jul 23, 2024

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TNT has elected to match Amazon’s offer for NBA media rights, throwing chaos into a long process that appeared to be nearing its conclusion. Front Office Sports newsletter writer Eric Fisher joins the show to break down what we know and what happens next.

Plus, we explore the big narratives of the Paris Olympics with former IOC executive Aneesh Madani, the host city is drastically ramping up security, New Jersey could lure the 76ers, and Norwegian soccer fans shut down a game with fishcakes.

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