SSAC

Sep 20 2024 100 ep. 57 mins 140

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The official podcast channel for the MIT Sloan Sports Analytics Conference

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Level Up: Analyzing the Influence of Brands on the Esports Ecosystem

Sep 20 2024 47 mins

Moderator: Brian Millman Panelists: Joe Marsh, Andrew Lilien, Doug Watson This panel seeks to dive into the dynamic relationship between brands and the esports industry, exploring the current landscape and future in 2024. In the world of esports, brands and esports organizations are presented with unique opportunities and challenges in establishing meaningful connections with the c

Take Two: Sustaining Success in the New Look MLB

Sep 20 2024 58 mins

Moderator: David Schoenfield Panelists: Carlos Pena, Jonathan Erlichman, Michael Voltmer, Nick Troop The 2023 season marked a seismic shift in Major League Baseball. The introduction of rule changes, namely the pitch timer and defensive shift limits, have fundamentally altered the way the game is played. As these changes enter their second season, how are stakeholders across the le

League Innovations: Balancing Tradition and Progress

Sep 20 2024 51 mins

Moderator: Alison Overholt Panelists: Evan Wasch, Dawn Aponte, Lisa Lazarus In efforts to create unique competition, the NBA recently debuted its in-season tournament, while the NFL consistently updates its rules to enhance game flow, safety, and competitiveness, while also expanding its global presence by hosting games in international markets, with the first NFL game in South Ame

Winning With AI: The Future of AI in Sports

Sep 20 2024 50 mins

Moderator: Matt Rousson Panelists: Kevin Lopes, Julie Souza, Tyrone Millard AI has changed the way that the world interprets, handles, and reacts to data across all industries. This panel will focus on how AI and machine learning is and will change the sports industry. Current applications of AI are still relatively nascent in sports, but in a rapidly developing environment, the us

The Game Changers: Entrepreneurship with Jason Robins and Rich Paul

Sep 20 2024 53 mins

Moderator: Jessica Gelman Panelists: Jason Robins, Rich Paul From creating a new industry to redefining an old one, industry giants, Jason Robins and Rich Paul will share their origin stories, vision of leadership, and entrepreneurial approach to success. Both founders are highly influential in the sports industry and have expanded their reach beyond their original start-up goals w

The Future of Sports & Sports Business

Sep 20 2024 61 mins

Moderator: Abe Madkour Panelists: Jessica Gelman, Julie Uhrman, Amy Latimer Sports is a center for innovation and change, directly reflecting in real-time the changing expectations of fans, athletes, and industry. With the world’s eye often looking to sports to lead change, both with the game and customer consumption, how do sports organizations position themselves for sustainabl

The New Age of Sports Media: Content and Monetization

Sep 20 2024 57 mins

Moderator: Marie DonoghuePanelists: Amy Reinhard, Lori Conkling, Harish Sarma, Reagan Carey This past year has seen the realization of sports streaming. Netflix hosted its first live sporting event, the Netflix Cup, and has been the home to popular sports series, such as Formula 1: Drive to Survive and Quarterback. YouTube is now the exclusive home of NFL Sunday Ticket. TikTok has

David vs. Goliath: The Underdog Mindset

Sep 06 2024 62 mins

Moderator: Jackie MacMullan Panelists: Sue Bird, Jeff Van Gundy, Nick Caserio As fans, we watch sports for the unexpected and for the feats we did not see coming. Of course, many of the most memorable are David defeating Goliath. Upsets. Last second shots. Win streaks. What leads to the right moments where chemistry defeats legacy? Hear from Sue Bird, Jeff Van Gundy, Nick Caserio,

Future of Football: Innovation on the Gridiron

Sep 06 2024 57 mins

Moderator: Michele Steele Panelists: Paul Tudor Jones, Jonathan KraftAmerican Football has long held the marquee sports spot within the United States thanks to continual advancements made by leagues and in the sport at large. The NFL is in a period of growth and innovation: the NFL's fan demographics have expanded, 5 international games will be played in 2024, player safety is para

The Numbers Game: Football Analytics from Combines to Championships

Sep 06 2024 54 mins

Moderator: Ted Knutson Panelists: Steve Palazzolo, Eugene Shen, Sean Clement, Heather MacleanThis panel will deep dive into the multi-faceted world of football analytics with seasoned industry experts from the Washington Commanders, Pro Football Focus, SumerSports, and StatsBomb. The panelists will discuss the current breadth of analytics use cases in football, ranging from the cru