The Joe Pomp Show

Dec 11 2024 378 ep. 25 mins 194
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Host Joe Pompliano breaks down the most interesting topics in sports business. From athlete investments to media rights deals, you'll leave each episode more informed about the business and money behind sports. Join hundreds of thousands of others and start listening today!

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Juan Soto's $765 Million Contract is a Bad Deal (But Steve Cohen Doesn't Care)

Dec 11 2024 13 mins  
Today's episode breaks down Juan Soto's record $765 million contract with the New York Mets. I look at all the details behind this massive deal, including how the negotiations played out, the way Soto's agent Scott Boras ran the free agency process, New York Mets owner Steve Cohen's relentless pursuit to sign Soto, and why I think this is ultimately a bad deal for the New York Mets

How Sports Team Owners Made Millions Off Taylor Swift's $2 Billion Eras Tour

Dec 09 2024 10 mins  
Today's podcast breaks down the impact Taylor Swift's $2 billion Eras Tour had on multiple sports team owners. I analyze the economic impact Swift's Eras Tour shows had on a dozen sports team-owned stadiums around the globe, how much revenue these venues generated from rent, concessions and merchandise for Eras Tour concerts, why non-sporting events like a Taylor Swift show are so

Is Stephen A. Smith Worth $100 Million To ESPN?

Dec 06 2024 11 mins  
Today's episode looks at Stephen A. Smith's rumored $100 million+ contract offer from ESPN. I break down the reported details and perks of the new deal, why Smith is so valuable to ESPN even as cable households keeps declining, Smith's role in the future of ESPN, and much more. Enjoy! Ps. I recently launched a sports business community on Microsoft Teams. Join here: https://teams.l

How Bryson DeChambeau Became YouTube's Favorite Golfer

Dec 04 2024 12 mins  
Today's episode breaks down how Bryson DeChambeau became one of the world's most popular golfers through YouTube and social media. I discuss DeChambeau's recent viral hole-in-one challenge and the social media growth it generated for the two-time major champion, DeChambeau's overall content strategy, how much money he potentially makes off YouTube, why DeChambeau's content style co

How Cadillac Secured Its Spot as Formula 1's 11th Team

Dec 02 2024 10 mins  
Today's podcast covers General Motors and Cadillac joining Formula 1 as the 11th team on the grid starting in 2026. I break down why GM and Cadillac's bid was ultimately accepted, how much it will cost GM and Cadillac to join F1, what the move says about Formula 1's future business plans, and much more. Enjoy! Ps. I recently launched a sports business community on Microsoft Teams.

Inside Amazon's $100 Million Plan to Turn NFL Fans Into Black Friday Shoppers

Nov 27 2024 10 mins  
Today's podcast breaks down Amazon's $100 million plan to turn NFL fans into Black Friday shoppers. I look back at the origins of the NFL playing games on Thanksgiving, how the NFL and Amazon are now working to create a new football tradition on Black Friday, and why Amazon's in-game advertising platform will change the future of sports broadcasting. Enjoy! Ps. I recently launched

The Real Reason Bryce Underwood Flipped His Commitment From LSU to Michigan

Nov 25 2024 12 mins  
Today's podcast looks at how the University of Michigan shockingly flipped the #1 high school football recruit in the country, 5-star quarterback Bryce Underwood, from Louisiana State University (LSU) to the Wolverines' 2025 recruiting class. I break down how Michigan got Underwood to make the switch with an eight-figure NIL offer, why billionaire Oracle co-founder Larry Ellison wa

How The Las Vegas Grand Prix Became Formula 1's Most Important Race

Nov 22 2024 12 mins  
Today's episode breaks down the business behind the Formula 1 Las Vegas Grand Prix, which takes place this weekend. I look back at the economics of last year's inaugural race, analyze why the Las Vegas Grand Prix is one of the only events owned & operated by F1's parent company Liberty Media, why the Las Vegas Grand Prix has become F1's most important race, and more. Enjoy! Ps. I

How Yasir Al-Rumayyan Became the Most Powerful Person in Sports

Nov 20 2024 10 mins  
Today's podcast profiles Yasir Al-Rumayyan, the governor of the Saudi Arabia Public Investment Fund (PIF) who was spotted sitting next to and speaking with President-elect Donald Trump last weekend at UFC 309. I give background on Al-Rumayyan's role in Saudi Arabia, how he has the ear of every major sports player through the PIF's sports investments, why Saudi Arabia is disrupting

Ferrari's Unique Business Model Leads to Record Financial Performance

Nov 18 2024 10 mins  
Today's podcast breaks down the unique business model of Ferrari. After another successful earnings report from the Italian luxury sports car manufacturer, I look at the company's origins, the way it creates massive demand with a limited car supply, how Ferrari uses F1 as a marketing vehicle for its business, and much more. Enjoy! Ps. I recently launched a sports business communit