Inside the Business of Sport

Michael Weber - Chief Operating Officer at FITE

Tue, 26 Sep 2023 14:51:15 -0400

Professor K and Michael sit down and discuss FITE with Michael Weber the Co-Founder and COO of FITE. The three of them discuss FITE and their start in digital streaming services and how FITE is broadening the reach of combat related sports.

Ticket Sales

Thu, 24 Aug 2023 14:23:39 -0400

This week on Inside the Business of Sports, Professor K and Michael break down ticket sales. Tickets sales is the bread and butter of the Sports and Entertainment world and ticket sales is one of the easiest ways to break into the world of sports business if your just getting started in your career and its vitally important to the organizations. Join Jim and Mike as they do a deep dive into ticket sales and how it could be the start of your career in the sports world.

Ron Wilner - Facility Managment

Thu, 17 Aug 2023 11:22:50 -0400

This week on Inside the Business of Sport, Jim and Mike are joined by fellow Cleveland State University member Ron Wilner as the group discusses facility management and the requirements that go into running arenas and other venues for events from concerts to your major American sporting events.

Savannah Bananas

Wed, 05 Jul 2023 16:50:44 -0400

Join Professor K and Michael as they break down the business of the Savannah Bananas. Jim and Michael discuss the cultural and baseball phenomenon that are the Savannah Bananas and how a once struggling business man and franchise turned themselves into one of the most exciting shows on a baseball diamond and have sold out a national tour.

Naming Rights

Fri, 30 Jun 2023 10:35:25 -0400

On this weeks episode Professor K and Michael discuss naming rights. With the Cleveland Browns and First Energy breaking ties on the naming rights of Cleveland Browns stadium Jim and Michael break down the business side of what goes into a naming rights deal and why teams and companies make these deals and why they don't renew them.

Aileen McManamon - 5T Sports Group

Sat, 24 Jun 2023 13:19:25 -0400

This week, Professor K and Michael welcome in an old friend of Jim's from the 5T Sports Group, Aileen McManamon. The 5T Sports Group is committed to sustainability in the sports world and works with organizations around the world to make sure the games we love will continue to be available through sustainable means.

Super Bowl

Thu, 15 Jun 2023 14:09:23 -0400

Join Professor K and Michael as they dive into the business of America's most watched and most valuable sporting event, The Super Bowl. From advertising to ticket sales, Professor K and Michael have it covered as they break down how the NFL has continued to dominate the business of sports in America.

Brian Barren - President, Business Operations at Cleveland Guardians

Thu, 08 Jun 2023 07:44:52 -0400

Jim and Michael sit down with Brian Barren, President of Business Operations with the Cleveland Guardians as they discuss how the team has navigated the changes to Major League Baseball while continuing to provide the best experience possible to the fans and how they can balance that with the business of running an MLB organization.

Sports Gambling

Thu, 01 Jun 2023 15:45:24 -0400

As sports gambling becomes more popular across the United States, and newly legal in Ohio, Professor K and Michael do a deep dive on the multi-billion dollar business behind sports gambling.

Roger Jones - The Brandr Group

Wed, 24 May 2023 13:41:23 -0400

Michael and Jim host Roger Jones of Brand R Group to discuss Name, Image, and Likeness. Brand R works with over 80 universities representing 12,000 student athletes in the space.

Mike Millay - 3D Institute

Thu, 18 May 2023 12:59:45 -0400

Michael and Jim host Mike Millay, President of Clancy Sports, to discuss the business of youth sports. Mike ran ESPN's Wide World of Sports for over 20 years and is one of the top experts in the country on youth sports.

Scott Garrett - Cleveland State AD

Wed, 10 May 2023 17:43:51 -0400

Michael and Jim host Scott Garrett, Athletic Director at Cleveland State University and do a deep dive on college athletics and the latest coming out of CSU's athletic department.

MLB Pitch Clock

Thu, 04 May 2023 08:51:17 -0400

Join Professor K and Michael as they drill down on Major League Baseballs decision to adopt the pitch clock. While fans are now benefitting from this decision, this podcast takes you behind the scenes to explore the business aspects of this decision.

Basil De Vito - XFL

Wed, 26 Apr 2023 12:16:06 -0400

Professor K brings in his long time mentor Basil DevIto who was the Predsident of XFL 1 to discuss lessons learned from a $ 100 Million League that had to shut down after its fist year of operation. Jim and Michael take Basil down memory lane and gain his insights on XFL 3 and the future of a professional Spring Football League.

George Allen - iHeart / St. Jude

Wed, 19 Apr 2023 08:55:48 -0400

Welcome to this special episode of our podcast, where we have the honor of hosting a remarkable guest, George Allen. George, who is a Cleveland native and holds a master’s degree in in Sports Management from CSU, is currently the Michigan Area Executive Director for St, Jude’s Children's Research Hospital and a 20+ year veteran and senior executive with iHeart Media. George shares his expertise on the role that radio, and audio broadcasting rights play in both professional and intercollegiate sports. He is also a member of the Advisory Board for Cleveland States’ new Sport and Entertainment Management Program.

Welcome to Inside the Business of Sports

Wed, 12 Apr 2023 15:21:08 -0400

Inside the Business of Sports" is a new podcast series produced in conjucntion with Cleveland State University's Sport & Entertainment Mangment Prorgam and explores the dynamic and rapidly evolving world of sports business. Each episode features interviews with industry experts, entrepreneurs, and thought leaders who offer insights into the challenges and opportunities facing the sports industry. From marketing and branding to technology and analytics, "Inside the Business of Sports" provides a behind-the-scenes look at the business side of sports and the people who are driving innovation and growth in this exciting field. Whether you're a student of sports management, a professional in the industry, or simply a fan who wants to learn more about the business of sports, this podcast has something for you.