Sports Business Radio

SBR 11 April 2013

Brian Berger — Thu, 11 Apr 2013 17:57:51 +0000

Steve Garvey, MLB legend and former Dodgers and Padres star joins the show to discuss his career, his run at Dodgers ownership and his battle against prostate cancer. B.R. Koehnemann of Bandon Dunes golf resort stops by to discuss the Speedgolf World Championships at Bandon Dunes and airing this Saturday on CBS-TV. Maury Brown of the BizofBaseball.com shares his top sports business story lines for the just underway MLB season. Follow us on Twitter @SBRadio.

SBR 09 March 2013

Brian Berger — Sat, 09 Mar 2013 08:00:00 +0000

Nigel Melville, CEO and President of USA Rugby joins us to discuss one of the fastest growing sports in the United States as well as the structure of the sport. Rand Getlin, investigative reporter with Yahoo! Sports stops by to discuss the recent overhaul of the NCAA's enforcement division and what they may mean to the future of the organization and NCAA member schools. We also discuss the NCAA's ruling regarding the Johnny Football trademark for Texas A&M QB Johnny Manziel and how that ruling may impact trademarks around athlete nicknames in the future.

SBR 28 February 2013

Brian Berger — Thu, 28 Feb 2013 15:07:09 +0000

Ric Bucher, longtime NBA Insider joins the show to discuss how the new NBA CBA is affecting trades and player movement. We also discuss the timeline for the return of Chicago Bulls star Derrick Rose, the upcoming free agency of Los Angeles Lakers center Dwight Howard and the potential move of the Sacramento Kings to Seattle.

SBR 23 January 2013

Brian Berger — Wed, 23 Jan 2013 19:36:12 +0000

Nick Hines from the Engine Shop joins us to preview the hottest parties in New Orleans leading up to the Super Bowl on February 3rd. We also discuss the most marketable players in this year's Super Bowl. Ethan Skolnick, Miami Heat beat writer for the Palm Beach Post joins us to discuss the Heat as well as his new book "Raising Your Game". Ekaterina Walter joins us to discuss her new book "Think Like Zuck" - a book that looks a successful business strategies utilized by Facebook founder Mark Zuckerberg.

SBR 16 December 2012

Brian Berger — Sun, 16 Dec 2012 08:00:00 +0000

Sports Business Radio's Top 10 sports business stories of 2012. Join Brian Berger and Bryan Griggs as they count down the biggest stories of 2012 from 10 to 1. Happy Holidays!

SBR 01 December 2012

Brian Berger — Sat, 01 Dec 2012 08:00:00 +0000

Leigh Steinberg, longtime sports agent who has represented the likes of Steve Young and Troy Aikman, and who was the inspiration for the movie "Jerry Maguire" joins Brian Berger for a wide-ranging conversation to discuss the re-launch of his agency, the state of player safety in the NFL today and his battle back from bankruptcy and alcoholism.

SBR 10 November 2012

Brian Berger — Sat, 10 Nov 2012 08:00:00 +0000

Longtime sports executive Joe Favorito joins us to discuss Hurricane Sandy's impact on the east coast sports world as well as the cancellation of NYC Marathon. Sports Illustrated editor Bill Syken stops by to discuss the new book "Football's Greatest", which brings to life the best football players, stadiums and moments in NFL history. Jason Cole of Yahoo! Sports joins us to discuss the potential of Saints head coach Sean Payton leaving the team next season following the news that his contract has been voided by the NFL.

SBR 19 September 2012

Brian Berger — Wed, 19 Sep 2012 18:50:22 +0000

Marcus Mariota, QB of the nationally ranked Oregon Ducks football team joins us to discuss his emergence as the leader of the Ducks high scoring offense. Latanna Stone, the youngest golfer to ever qualify for the U.S. Women's Amateur stops by to discuss what the life of a 10-year old golf prodigy is like. Rand Getlin, Investigative Reporter for Yahoo! Sports joins us to discuss his investigative piece about NFL agent Drew Rosenhaus and his relationship with a financial advisor who cost Rosenhaus' clients substantial amounts of money.

SBR 25 August 2012

Brian Berger — Sat, 25 Aug 2012 07:00:00 +0000

We look back at the London Games with Sports Business Journal sports media reporter John Ourand as well as which Olympic athletes are most marketable post Olympics with Brand Affinity Technologies CEO Ryan Steelberg. We talk Andrew Luck's decision to table endorsement deals as well as the NFL officials dispute with Jason Cole of Yahoo! Sports. Sam Amick of Sports Illustrated stops by to discuss the Los Angeles Lakers acquisition of Dwight Howard and the potential that this was the last Olympics with NBA players.

SBR 28 July 2012

Brian Berger — Sat, 28 Jul 2012 07:00:00 +0000

Steven Jackson, St. Louis Rams Pro Bowl RB joins us to discuss football, his new head coach and his love for architecture, film and travel. Damian Lillard, Portland Trail Blazers rookie point guard stops by to talk about his path growing up in Oakland to playing college basketball at Weber State to his remarkable rise to the NBA lottery. Former U.S. Olympic gymnast Dominique Dawes joins us to talk about her Olympic experience and to update us about what she's doing now.

SBR 30 June 2012

Brian Berger — Sat, 30 Jun 2012 07:00:00 +0000

Kerri Walsh, Two-time Olympic Gold Medalist beach volleyball stops by on her way to the 2012 London Olympics. Vince Papale, former Philadelphia Eagle and subject of the Disney movie "Invincible" joins the show to share his incredible story. Sportscaster Roy Firestone, former host of ESPN's "Up Close" shares thoughts on his most memorable interviews. Hollywood screenwriter Mike Rich visits the show. Please consider contributing to the Sports Business Radio Kickstarter campaign to keep the Sports Business Radio podcast alive at www.sportsbusinessradio.com

SBR 02 June 2012

Brian Berger — Sat, 02 Jun 2012 21:31:58 +0000

Larry Scott, Pac-12 Commissioner stops by to discuss the conference and its new TV network, changes to the postseason basketball tournament and potential changes to the college football postseason. Pullitzer Prize winning author Buzz Bissinger (Friday Night Lights) joins the show to discuss his new book "Father's Day" which focuses on his cross country trip with his special needs son Zach. Legendary sports writer Frank Deford discusses his new book "Overtime - My Life as a Sportswriter" and how the job of being a reporter has changed over the course of his career.

SBR 12 May 2012

Brian Berger — Sat, 12 May 2012 07:00:00 +0000

Bill Hancock, Executive Director of the BCS joins us to discuss college football's new 4-team playoff format. Hall of Fame basketball coach Geno Auriemma stops by to discuss the state of women's sports, his UConn Huskies women's basketball team as well as the U.S. Women's team he'll coach this summer at the Olympics in London. Portland Trail Blazers interim head coach Kaleb Canales joins the show to discuss his innovative approach to coaching in the NBA and communicating with today's athletes.

SBR 28 April 2012

Brian Berger — Sat, 28 Apr 2012 07:00:00 +0000

Jason Cole of Yahoo! Sports joins us to discuss the NFL Draft. Rand Getlin of Yahoo! Sports stops by to discuss his bombshell story about NBPA Executive Director Billy Hunter directing $17M worth of union funds to members of his family. Lisa Guerrero of Inside Edition joins us to discuss her transition from a successful sportscasting career where she was a sideline reporter for Monday Night Football and on "The Best Damn Sports Show" to an award winning newscasting career. Dr.

SBR 17 March 2012

Brian Berger — Sat, 17 Mar 2012 07:00:00 +0000

Greg Shaheen, Interim Executive VP of Championships and Alliances and the man responsible for orchestrating the NCAA Men's and Women's Basketball Tournaments joins us to talk about the behind the scenes of March Madness. Bo Kimble, former Loyola Marymount University basketball star stops by to discuss the 1990 team that provided so many emotional moments on their way to the Elite Eight following the death of teammate Hank Gathers. Jon Wertheim, Senior Writer of Sports Illustrated joins us to talk about the legacy of Peyton Manning in Indianapolis.

SBR 25 February 2012

Brian Berger — Sat, 25 Feb 2012 08:00:00 +0000

Kenny Smith, NBA on TNT studio analyst and former NBA champion joins us to discuss the NBA All-Star festivities, his NBA career and NCAA March Madness. Maury Brown of the Bizofbaseball.com joins us to discuss the overturning of the Ryan Braun 50-game suspension by an independent panel of arbitrators. Bob Condotta of the Seattle Times stops by to discuss the plan for a new arena in Seattle that could potentially house NBA and NHL franchises. Tom Ziller of SBNation and SacTownRoyalty.com gives us the latest news on a new arena for the Sacramento Kings.

SBR 18 February 2012

Brian Berger — Sat, 18 Feb 2012 08:00:00 +0000

We discuss the Linsanity phenomenon around Knicks PG Jeremy Lin with Alex Kennedy of Hoopsworld. Jason Sobel of the Golf Channel stops by to talk about the big TV ratings around the Phil Mickelson-Tiger Woods marquee matchup last weekend at Pebble Beach. We also bring you the sports business headlines of the week including West Virginia's move to the Big 12 conference.

SBR 11 February 2012

Brian Berger — Sat, 11 Feb 2012 08:00:00 +0000

Super Bowl recap and final numbers - TV audience, winning and losing ads, most marketable players, bettors vs Nevada sports books. We also examine the NBA season to date with Sam Amick, NBA reporter of SportsIllustrated.com.

SBR 04 February 2012

Brian Berger — Sat, 04 Feb 2012 08:00:00 +0000

David Dunn, CEO of Athletes First and agent for NFL stars Aaron Rodgers, Clay Matthews Jr. and Ray Lewis joins us to discuss how his job has changed with a new CBA in place, safety for NFL players and marketability for NFL players after a Super Bowl win. David Schwab from Octagon joins us to discuss Super Bowl ads and Brian Gordon of Engine Shop stops by to fill us in on why companies spend big money on Super Bowl parties.

SBR 28 January 2012

Brian Berger — Sat, 28 Jan 2012 08:00:00 +0000

Dan Wilson, former Seattle Mariners/MLB catcher joins us to discuss his playing days and his upcoming induction into the Mariners Hall of Fame with Randy Johnson. Maury Brown of the Bizofbaseball.com stops by to discuss the Detroit Tigers signing of Prince Fielder. Russell Baxter of Profootballguru.com helps us preview the Super Bowl pitting the NY Giants against the New England Patriots.

SBR 21 January 2012

Brian Berger — Sat, 21 Jan 2012 08:00:00 +0000

Jason Cole, NFL reporter from Yahoo! Sports joins us to discuss the NFC and AFC Championship games in the NFL. Jon Wertheim stops by to chat NBA, Australian Open tennis and his latest book project. We also bring you the sports business headlines of the week.

SBR 14 January 2012

Brian Berger — Sat, 14 Jan 2012 08:00:00 +0000

Bill Sanders, Chief Marketing Officer for BDA Sports, the agency that reps the likes of Steve Nash, Rajon Rondo, Greg Oden and Yao Ming joins us to discuss the state of sports marketing and whether or not there is a decrease in corporations utilizing athletes as spokespeople after athletes have stumbled off the field in recent years. Carson York, Oregon Ducks offensive lineman stops by to discuss the Ducks Rose Bowl win and being an academic all-american for the 3rd straight year.

SBR 07 January 2012

Brian Berger — Sat, 07 Jan 2012 08:00:00 +0000

Chad Buchanan, Portland Trail Blazers Acting GM stops by to discuss his team's surprising start to the NBA season. Jason Cole, NFL reporter for Yahoo! Sports chats with us about the NFL playoffs as well as a big decision for the Indianapolis Colts - Andrew Luck, Peyton Manning or both? Dr Paul Dennis, sports psychologist joins us to discuss why some athletes like Serena Williams say they hate playing the sport they've spent their life playing. We also bring you the sports business headlines of the week. Follow us on Twitter at www.twitter.com/sbradio

SBR 31 December 2011

Brian Berger — Sat, 31 Dec 2011 08:00:00 +0000

Sports Business Radio's Top 10 sports business stories of 2011. Happy New Year!

SBR 24 December 2011

Brian Berger — Sat, 24 Dec 2011 08:00:00 +0000

Sports Business Radio counts down its Top 20 Sports Business stories of 2011 - this week stories 20-11

SBR 17 December 2011

Brian Berger — Sat, 17 Dec 2011 08:00:00 +0000

Erik Spoelstra, Miami Heat head coach joins Brian Berger to discuss the Heat's upcoming season, his coaching philosophy and his summer trip to the Phillippines where he met President Aquino. Dr. Paul Dennis, sports psychologist, joins us to discuss why some athletes find trouble off the field of play.

SBR 10 December 2011

Brian Berger — Sat, 10 Dec 2011 08:00:00 +0000

Tinker Hatfield, VP of Design and Special Projects for Nike joins us to discuss his years of collaboration with Michael Jordan on the Air Jordan sneakers that have become the best selling basketball shoes of all-time. Sam Amick stops by to discuss the many NBA trades and free agent signings in the works as training camps get under way. We also bring you the sports business headlines of the week including a monstrous contract for Albert Pujols from the Los Angeles Angels.

SBR 03 December 2011

Brian Berger — Sat, 03 Dec 2011 08:00:00 +0000

Larry Scott, Pac-12 Commissioner stops by to discuss the inaugural Pac-12 Championship Game and the continued growth of the conference. Sam Amick of SI.com joins us to discuss the new NBA CBA and the end to the lockout. We also bring you the latest sports business headlines of the week.

SBR 26 November 2011

Brian Berger — Sat, 26 Nov 2011 08:00:00 +0000

The Best of Sports Business Radio - featuring past conversations with NCAA President Mark Emmert, TNT NBA analyst and NBA Hall of Famer Charles Barkley and 2011 NBA Draft #1 pick Kyrie Irving of the Cleveland Cavaliers. Happy Thanksgiving from the team at Sports Business Radio.

SBR 19 November 2011

Brian Berger — Sat, 19 Nov 2011 08:00:00 +0000

Christine Brennan, USA Today sports columnist and NPR/ABC News commentator joins us to discuss the latest with the far reaching scandal at Penn State. Maury Brown of the BizofBaseball.com joins us to discuss MLB's "hot stove" season and the league's new Collective Bargaining Agreement. We also bring you the latest sports business headlines of the week including the cancellation of NBA games through December 15th.

SBR 12 November 2011

Brian Berger — Sat, 12 Nov 2011 08:00:00 +0000

NCAA President Mark Emmert sits down with Brian Berger for a wide ranging interview. Emmert discusses the Penn State scandal, Joe Paterno's retirement, the BCS, conference realignment and upcoming changes to the NCAA rule book. Sam Amick NBA Insider for Sports Illustrated joins us to bring us the latest on the NBA labor negotiations. Follow us on Twitter @SBRadio.

SBR 05 November 2011

Brian Berger — Sat, 05 Nov 2011 07:00:00 +0000

Will there be an NBA season? We discuss the latest fron the NBA bargaining tables with Sam Amick, NBA Insider with SportsIllustrated.com. We also catch up with Rand Getlin of Yahoo! Sports who updates us on several changes to how NCAA student athletes will be compensated in the future. There's also the sports business headlines of the week including the TV ratings for the Cards - Rangers World Series.

SBR 29 October 2011

Brian Berger — Sat, 29 Oct 2011 21:59:14 +0000

Dan Wetzel, Yahoo! Sports & co-author of the book "Death to the BCS" joins us to discuss his newly updated book detailing one of the most controversial systems in sports. Tom Haberstroh from ESPN.com stops by to chat with us about his research that highlights that NBA teams that spend a lot of money on player payroll, aren't always the most successful franchises. We also bring you the sports business headlines of the week.

SBR 22 October 2011

Brian Berger — Sat, 22 Oct 2011 07:00:00 +0000

We chat MLB and the World Series with our baseball insider Maury Brown from the BizofBaseball.com. We also examine the sports media - specifically the TV ratings for the World Series and NFL - with John Ourand from the Sports Business Journal. We also bring you the latest from the NBA labor front as the lockout continues.

SBR 15 October 2011

Brian Berger — Sat, 15 Oct 2011 03:15:58 +0000

Oregon Ducks QB Darron Thomas stops by to discuss the Ducks high powered offense, balancing athletics and academics and to share details of his pre-game meal ritual that will make you gasp. Sam Amick, NBA Insider with SI.com joins us to discuss the cancellation of the first two weeks of the NBA regular season and the continuation of the NBA lockout.

SBR 08 October 2011

Brian Berger — Sat, 08 Oct 2011 18:06:15 +0000

The latest on the NBA lockout with Ken Berger of CBSSports.com. Oscar-nominated filmmaker Morgan Spurlock ("Super Size Me") joins us to discuss his ESPN film "The Dotted Line" that will air on October 11th. We also bring you the latest headlines of the week including a new endorsement deal for Tiger Woods.

SBR 01 October 2011

Brian Berger — Sat, 01 Oct 2011 07:00:00 +0000

Sugar Ray Leonard - Boxing legend joins us to discuss his compelling career inside the ring as well as his success outside the ring doing commercials, movies and being actively involved in the community. We also discuss an epic final night of the regular season for Major League Baseball with Maury Brown of the BizofBaseball.com.

SBR 24 September 2011

Brian Berger — Sat, 24 Sep 2011 07:00:00 +0000

The latest from the NBA labor negotiations with Sam Amick of SI.com. We also go inside the NFL with Jason Cole of Yahoo! Sports. We discuss the latest with NCAA conference realignment as well.

SBR 17 September 2011

Brian Berger — Sat, 17 Sep 2011 07:00:00 +0000

Ken Berger, NBA Insider with CBS Sports.com joins us to discuss the latest with the NBA lockout as players and owners meet this week to try to resolve their differences. Rusty Hathaway, head golf pro at Wailea Golf Club on the beautiful island of Maui joins us to discuss Wailea's world class golf courses, which SBR's Brian Berger had a chance to play on his recent trip to Maui. We also recap a record setting opening weekend in the NFL.

SBR 10 September 2011

Brian Berger — Sat, 10 Sep 2011 07:00:00 +0000

The Best of Sports Business Radio featuring past conversations with NBA Commissioner David Stern, Pac-12 TV head Gary Stevenson and Yahoo! Sports investigative reporter Rand Getlin.

SBR 03 September 2011

Brian Berger — Sat, 03 Sep 2011 07:00:00 +0000

The Best of Sports Business Radio featuring conversations with NBA Hall of Famer and TNT TV analyst Charles Barkley, Cleveland Cavs rookie and top pick in the 2011 NBA Draft Kyrie Irving and New England Pats beat writer Mike Reiss of ESPNBoston.com. Happy Labor Day weekend from Sports Business Radio!

SBR 27 August 2011

Brian Berger — Sat, 27 Aug 2011 07:00:00 +0000

Gary Stevenson, head of the new Pac-12 broadcast & digital network joins us to discuss the future of the network and his recent hiring to oversee the network. Sam Amick of SI.com and NBAConfidential.com stops by to discuss the latest with the NBA lockout and why he thinks NBA should players should waive the white flag now. We also bring you the sports business headlines of the week.

SBR 20 August 2011

Brian Berger — Sat, 20 Aug 2011 07:00:00 +0000

Charles Robinson - Yahoo! Sports senior investigative reporter joins us to discuss his bombshell 11-month investigative piece detailing the corruption at the University of Miami. Mike Reiss of ESPNBoston.com stops by to help us preview the New England Patriots 2011 season and discuss the monumental role Pats owner Robert Kraft played in bringing the NFL lockout to an end.

SBR 13 August 2011

Brian Berger — Sat, 13 Aug 2011 07:00:00 +0000

The Best of SBR featuring conversations with Jason Sobel of the Golf Channel who takes us inside the relationship between Tiger Woods and former caddie Steve Williams. We also look back on conversations with ESPN NBA Insider Ric Bucher and Lucas Oil founder Forrest Lucas.

SBR 06 August 2011

Brian Berger — Sat, 06 Aug 2011 07:00:00 +0000

Charles Barkley, NBA Hall of Famer and TNT NBA analyst joins us to discuss the state of the NBA, the NBA lockout, his relationship with Nike and his thoughts on Tiger Woods. Kyrie Irving, Cleveland Cavaliers star and the number one pick in the 2011 NBA Draft stops by to discuss his decision to leave Duke after one season for the NBA, his endorsement deal with Nike and his experience playing in the Nike Global Challenge. We also bring you the latest sports business headlines of the week.

SBR 30 July 2011

Brian Berger — Sat, 30 Jul 2011 07:00:00 +0000

The Best of Sports Business Radio featuring conversations with Pittsburgh Steelers QB Dennis Dixon, Pittsburgh Pirates Director of Baseball Ops Tyrone Brooks and SI.com NBA reporter Sam Amick.

SBR 23 July 2011

Brian Berger — Sat, 23 Jul 2011 07:00:00 +0000

Rich Eisen of the NFL Network joins us to discuss the NFL Network, the upcoming NFL season and his wildly popular podcast. Christine Brennan of USA Today, ABC News & NPR stops by to discuss her travels last week to the Women's World Cup in Germany and the British Open in England. We also discuss the soon to be resolved NFL lockout and how the new CBA will look moving forward.

SBR 16 July 2011

Brian Berger — Sat, 16 Jul 2011 07:00:00 +0000

Danny Woodhead, New England Patriots running back joins us to discuss his new endorsement deal with SKECHERS as well as what he's doing to prepare for the upcoming NFL season during the lockout. Bill Sanders, VP of Marketing for BDA Sports stops by to discuss how NBA players are staying marketable during the NBA lockout. We also recap the historically low MLB All-Star game TV ratings.

SBR 09 July 2011

Brian Berger — Sat, 09 Jul 2011 07:00:00 +0000

The Best of Sports Business Radio featuring past interviews with Seattle Seahawks head coach Pete Carroll, NBA agent Bill Duffy and Pac-12 Commissioner Larry Scott.

SBR 02 July 2011

Brian Berger — Sat, 02 Jul 2011 07:00:00 +0000

Jon Wertheim, Sports Illustrated Sr. Writer, joins us to discuss the state of tennis as well as the NBA labor situation. Maury Brown from the BizofBaseball.com also stops by to discuss the Los Angeles Dodgers bankruptcy filing this week. We also bring you the latest from the NFL and NBA bargaining tables.

SBR 25 June 2011

Brian Berger — Sat, 25 Jun 2011 07:00:00 +0000

Inside the Los Angeles Dodgers mess with Bill Shaikin of the Los Angeles Times. We also examine the latest from the NFL and NBA bargaining tables.

SBR 18 June 2011

Brian Berger — Thu, 16 Jun 2011 21:04:11 +0000

Forrest Lucas of Lucas Oil and Bill Duffy, BDA Sports NBA agent join us on Sports Business Radio this week.

SBR 11 June 2011

Brian Berger — Sat, 11 Jun 2011 07:00:00 +0000

Is NBC/Comcast's $4.3B investment in the TV/Digital rights to the Olympic Games from 2014-2020 a good investment? Also, USC and Ohio State football programs find themselves dealing with more problems this week. And the latest from the NFL and NBA bargaining tables.

SBR 04 June 2011

Brian Berger — Sat, 04 Jun 2011 07:00:00 +0000

Inside the Ohio State football/Jim Tressel scandal with Charles Robinson of Yahoo! Sports - the reporter who broke the story about Tressel's violations. We also bring you the headlines of the week including the latest from the NBA and NFL CBA negotiations. And we break down the TV ratings for the NBA Finals and NHL Stanley Cup.

SBR 28 May 2011

Brian Berger — Sat, 28 May 2011 07:00:00 +0000

Pete Carroll - Seattle Seahawks head football coach & Executive VP of Football Operations joins us to discuss his first year in Seattle as well as what he and his staff are doing to prepare for the season in the midst of a lockout. We also step into the Technology Lab with Gidge Moody of Nike Golf who shares insight with us on some of the latest Nike Golf club offerings as we head into the summer golf season.

SBR 21 May 2011

Brian Berger — Sat, 21 May 2011 07:00:00 +0000

Gavin Maloof - Sacramento Kings Co-Owner joins us to discuss why his family decided to keep the Kings in Sacramento for at least one more season instead of relocating the team to Anaheim. Maloof also discusses what his family needs in order to keep the Kings in Sacramento for the long term.

SBR 14 May 2011

Brian Berger — Sat, 14 May 2011 07:00:00 +0000

Larry Scott - Pac-12 Commissioner joins us to discuss the conference's new multi-billion dollar broadcast and digital rights deal. We also bring you the headlines of the week including the fine levied against the Fiesta Bowl by the BCS. And we discuss two sports superstars who made headlines this week - LeBron James and Tiger Woods. Follow us on Twitter @SBRadio

SBR 07 May 2011

Brian Berger — Sat, 07 May 2011 07:00:00 +0000

Dissecting the new multi-billion dollar Pac-12 TV contract. We also review the TV ratings for the NFL Draft and the NBA Playoffs. And we examine the PR nightmare of the week in our "Caught in the Crosslights" segment.

SBR 30 April 2011

Brian Berger — Sat, 30 Apr 2011 07:00:00 +0000

Trying to make sense of the NFL labor battle between owners and players with Jason Cole, Yahoo! Sports NFL reporter. What are the rules of the NFL as they exist today? What are the next steps the owners and players will take? We discuss. We also examine the latest with the Los Angeles Dodgers after MLB assigned Tom Schieffer as monitor and trustee this week.

SBR 23 April 2011

Brian Berger — Fri, 22 Apr 2011 18:33:05 +0000

Ric Bucher - ESPN NBA Senior Reporter joins us to discuss the NBA Playoffs as well as the latest with the NBA Collective Bargaining negotiations. Tom Ziller from SacTownRoyalty.com joins us to dissect the economics of the Kings relocating out of Sacramento. We also discuss MLB taking over the Los Angeles Dodgers, the NHL's new TV contract with NBC/Versus and the release of the NFL's 2011 regular season schedule.

SBR 16 April 2011

Brian Berger — Sat, 16 Apr 2011 07:00:00 +0000

Rand Getlin - ThePostgame.com joins us to discuss high interest lockout loans being secured by NFL players that could leave the players bankrupt in the future - while the middlemen offering the loans cash in. We also discuss several NBA sports business notes including a countdown of the players with the top selling jerseys this season. And we give you our thoughts on the Barry Bonds verdict this past week. Follow us on Twitter @SBRadio.

SBR 09 April 2011

Brian Berger — Sat, 09 Apr 2011 07:00:00 +0000

Celebrating the 7th anniversary of Sports Business Radio. We look back at Brian Berger's 2008 conversation with golf icon Jack Nicklaus on Sports Business Radio on the 25th anniversary of his stunning victory at The Masters at the age of 46. We also examine MLB's top sports business storylines for the 2011 season with Maury Brown from the BizofBaseball.com. Thanks to our loyal listeners for 7 fantastic years of Sports Business Radio!

SBR 02 April 2011

Brian Berger — Sat, 02 Apr 2011 07:00:00 +0000

Norwood Teague, VCU Athletic Director joins us to discuss the men's basketball team's trip to the Final Four and how the exposure from the NCAA Tournament has impacted the athletic department and the university. We also examine the headlines of the week including Barry Bonds' trial as well as the firing of Fiesta Bowl CEO John Junker.

SBR 26 Mar 2011

Brian Berger — Sat, 26 Mar 2011 07:00:00 +0000

NFL Sponsors - How have they prepared for a work stoppage? Greg Busch, Executive VP of GMR Marketing joins us to discuss. We also chat with Joe Favorito about how the Cinderella schools in this year's NCAA Tournament are making the most of their moment in the spotlight.

SBR 19 Mar 2011

Brian Berger — Sat, 19 Mar 2011 07:00:00 +0000

Greg Shaheen - NCAA Interim EVP of Championships & Alliances (Head Honcho of March Madness) joins us to discuss the expansion from 65 to 68 teams for the NCAA Division I Men's Basketball Championships as well as the tourney's new 14-year, $10.8 billion TV deal with CBS and Turner.

SBR 12 Mar 2011

Brian Berger — Sat, 12 Mar 2011 08:00:00 +0000

Charles Robinson - Yahoo! Sports joins us to discuss the allegations against the Ohio St. and Oregon football programs. Robinson and Yahoo! Sports broke the stories detailing the improprieties of both programs.

SBR 05 Mar 2011

Brian Berger — Sat, 05 Mar 2011 08:00:00 +0000

The latest from the NFL bargaining table with Jason Cole of Yahoo! Sports. What needs to happen for the owners and players to reach a deal? We discuss. We also catch up with Rand Getlin of ThePostgame.com to discuss several controversial college football stories breaking this week. And we bring you the headlines of the week including a deadline extension for the Sacramento Kings and NBC's desire to charge a record setting amount for Super Bowl spots.

SBR 26 Feb 2011

Brian Berger — Sat, 26 Feb 2011 08:00:00 +0000

NFL CBA 101 - we'll break down main issues with NFL CBA and tell you what the key components are in order to get a deal done. Maury Brown from The Business of Sports Network joins us to discuss. We also discuss the huge deals that went down at the NBA deadline and how those deals will affect the bottom line for the teams involved.

SBR 19 Feb 2011

Brian Berger — Sat, 19 Feb 2011 08:00:00 +0000

Todd Ramasar, NBA agent for BDA Sports joins us to discuss the growing number of business opportunities for NBA players in China. We also discuss how the market for shoe endorsement deals has dried up. Brian Learst, President of QuintEvents stops by to talk with us about his company's VIP ticket packages for this weekend's NBA All-Star Game as well as the company's packages for other big events like the Super Bowl and Kentucky Derby.

SBR 12 Feb 2011

Brian Berger — Sat, 12 Feb 2011 08:00:00 +0000

David Dunn - NFL agent for Packers QB Aaron Rodgers, Packers LB Clay Matthews, Jets QB Mark Sanchez and Ravens LB Ray Lewis amongst many others joins us to discuss marketing opportunities for Rodgers and Matthews after their victory in Super Bowl XLV as well as his thoughts on the current NFL collective bargaining agreement negotiations. We also recap Super Bowl XLV - from the missing seats to our review of the best and worst ads.

SBR 05 Feb 2011

Brian Berger — Sat, 05 Feb 2011 08:00:00 +0000

We examine the big business of Super Bowl XLV with Darren Rovell, CNBC sports business reporter who joins us from Dallas. We also look back on our conversation with Green Bay Packers QB Aaron Rodgers before he became a superstar - prior to the 2005 NFL Draft. Rodgers walked us through the process he went through when deciding to leave Cal early, as well as what criteria he used for selecting the business people he would surround himself with.

SBR 29 Jan 2011

Brian Berger — Sat, 29 Jan 2011 08:00:00 +0000

Tony Ponturo, Sports Marketing Guru and former Vice-President of Global Media and Sports Marketing for Anheuser-Busch for 26 years joins us to share everything you'll ever want to know about Super Bowl ads. We also examine the huge TV numbers from the AFC and NFC Championship games. And we share our favorite athlete interview of the year so far.

SBR 22 Jan 2011

Brian Berger — Sat, 22 Jan 2011 20:51:00 +0000

Jon Wertheim, Senior Writer for Sports Illustrated joins us to discuss his new book "Scorecasting" which uses analytics to dispel many popular sports myths. We also examine three of the strangest press conferences from the world of sports that took place this past week. We bring you the latest sports business headlines of the week including the University of Texas' gigantic TV deal with ESPN.

SBR 15 Jan 2011

Brian Berger — Sat, 15 Jan 2011 08:00:00 +0000

We recap the big business of the BCS National championship game with Rachel Baribeau who covers the SEC for TideSports.com. We also give you the record setting numbers for the NFL for wild card weekend. And we bring you up to date on the latest coaching hires in the NFL and college football.

SBR 08 Jan 2011

Brian Berger — Sat, 08 Jan 2011 08:00:00 +0000

Bill Hancock - BCS Executive Director joins us on the weekend leading up to the BCS National Championship game. Hancock discusses the controversial BCS system as well as breaks down how the money from playing in BCS games is divided. We also talk to Anna Campbell, producer of the new documentary "Hood to Coast - the movie". And we bring you the sports business headlines of the week including a number of coaching changes in the NFL and college football.

SBR 01 Jan 2011

Brian Berger — Sat, 01 Jan 2011 08:00:00 +0000

Sports Business Radio unveils its Top 10 sports business stories of 2010

SBR 25 Dec 2010

Brian Berger — Sat, 25 Dec 2010 08:00:00 +0000

Sports Business Radio Top 20 Sports Biz Stories of 2010. This week we unveil stories 20-11 and on our January 1st show we unveil our Top 10 Sports Biz Stories of 2010.

SBR 18 Dec 2010

Brian Berger — Sat, 18 Dec 2010 08:00:00 +0000

Charles Robinson NFL reporter for Yahoo! Sports joins us to discuss the latest from the NFL CBA negotiations, the future of the Minnesota Vikings after the collapse of the roof at the Metrodome and the renaissance of Eagles QB Michael Vick. We also bring you the latest sports business headlines of the week including the financial terms of the new contracts of Philadelphia Phillies pitcher Cliff Lee and Florida Gators head coach Will Muschamp.

SBR 11 Dec 2010

Brian Berger — Sat, 11 Dec 2010 08:00:00 +0000

We bring you the latest from the MLB Winter League Baseball Meetings in Orlando with Maury Brown from the BizofBaseball.com. We also dissect the deal that will have the NBA assuming ownership of the New Orleans Hornets. Follow us on Twitter @SBRadio

SBR 04 Dec 2010

Brian Berger — Sat, 04 Dec 2010 08:00:00 +0000

The Best of Sports Business Radio featuring conversations with BCS Executive Director Bill Hancock and Dallas Mavericks owner Mark Cuban.

SBR 27 Nov 2010

Brian Berger — Sat, 27 Nov 2010 08:00:00 +0000

The Best of Sports Business Radio featuring a look back at conversations with NCAA President Mark Emmert and Hollywood screenwriter and Executive Producer for the major motion picture "Secretariat" Mike Rich. Happy Thanksgiving from the team at Sports Business Radio

SBR 20 Nov 2010

Brian Berger — Sat, 20 Nov 2010 08:00:00 +0000

Dissecting the Cam Newton investigation with Rand Getlin of Synyrgy Sports. We also examine the latest proposal from the NFLPA to NFL owners as well as Tiger Woods' foray into social media.

SBR 13 Nov 2010

Brian Berger — Sat, 13 Nov 2010 08:00:00 +0000

Ric Bucher ESPN's NBA Insider stops by to help us break down the main issues on the table being discussed during the league's Collective Bargaining negotiations. Will there be a work stoppage? What might the league look like post-agreement? We tell you. Paul Swangard, Managing Director of the Warsaw Sports Marketing Center joins us to discuss the innovative new format being discussed for the NHL All-Star game. We also give you the headlines of the week including Tom Brady's newest endorsement deal.

SBR 06 Nov 2010

Brian Berger — Sat, 06 Nov 2010 07:00:00 +0000

We recap the business and TV ratings for the 2010 World Series won by the San Francisco Giants. We also examine the Minnesota Vikings controversial decision to waive star WR Randy Moss this week. Finally we tell you which former sports figures won and lost at the polls this week.

SBR 30 Oct 2010

Brian Berger — Sat, 30 Oct 2010 07:00:00 +0000

Dan Wetzel, Yahoo! Sports reporter and co-author of the book Death to the BCS joins us to discuss one of the more polarizing topics in sports. Wetzel's book discusses the dysfunction of the NCAA I-A college football postseason as well as offers some solutions for making the college football postseason more lucrative and exciting. We also discuss the start to the 2010-11 NBA season.

SBR 23 Oct 2010

Brian Berger — Sat, 23 Oct 2010 07:00:00 +0000

Mark Emmert - new NCAA President stops by for a visit and discusses topics ranging from cracking down on agents, penalizing the proper perpetrators and postseason Division I college football. You'll also get a sense of Emmert's management style as well as what he likes to do in his free time during the conversation. Listen to this conversation as well as some of the best conversations over the years on Sports Business Radio at http://sportsbusinessradio.com/audio/interviews

SBR 16 Oct 2010

Brian Berger — Sat, 16 Oct 2010 07:00:00 +0000

Rand Getlin, President and Founder of Synrgy Sports joins us to discuss the confession by longtime sports agent Josh Luchs in Sports Illustrated that he paid 30 college athletes. We also discuss the staggering amounts of money the NFL will lose if they don't have a new collective bargaining agreement in place by March. And we break down Nike's new uniform and apparel deal with the NFL that goes into effect in 2012. Finally, we give you the TV ratings for the MLB playoffs thus far.

SBR 09 Oct 2010

Brian Berger — Sat, 09 Oct 2010 07:00:00 +0000

Geoff Petrie - Sacramento Kings President of Basketball Operations joins us to discuss his efforts to rebuild the NBA team into a playoff contender. Petrie also shares his thoughts on a new arena for the Kings. Paul Westhead, the only coach to win an NBA and WNBA title stops by to visit. Westhead, now the head women's basketball coach at the University of Oregon, was the head men's basketball coach at Loyola Marymount when the team advanced to the Great Eight of the NCAA Tournament following the death of LMU star Hank Gathers in 1990. We also discuss the business of the MLB playoffs.

SBR 02 Oct 2010

Brian Berger — Sat, 02 Oct 2010 07:00:00 +0000

Mike Rich, Hollywood screenwriter, joins us to discuss his latest movie, Disney's "Secretariat", about the 1973 Triple Crown winner and the horse's owner, Penny Chennery Tweedy, played by star Diane Lane. Rich, who has brought us movies such as "Finding Forrester", "The Rookie" and "Radio", takes us behind the scenes into the world of movie making during an in-depth conversation. "Secretariat" opens October 8th in theaters everywhere.

SBR 25 Sept 2010

Brian Berger — Sat, 25 Sep 2010 07:00:00 +0000

Brian Windhorst, who has covered LeBron James since James was in high-school joins us to discuss James' offseason decisions that led to his departure from Cleveland to Miami. We also discuss the future of the Cleveland Cavs without LeBron James.

SBR 18 Sept 2010

Brian Berger — Sat, 18 Sep 2010 07:00:00 +0000

John Ourand of the Sports Business Journal joins us to discuss the record-setting ratings for the NFL on TV so far this season and some of the factors that may be contributing to the enormous viewership. We also catch up with social media expert Chris Mike who tells us which athletes and sports leagues are making the best use of social media to enhance their brands.

SBR 11 Sept 2010

Brian Berger — Sat, 11 Sep 2010 07:00:00 +0000

We examine several expensive cuts for NFL teams. We also catch up with sports marketing expert and Sports Business Radio blogger Jared Melzer, who joins us from Madrid, Spain to discuss ideas for how to activate sports marketing sponsorships.

SBR 04 Sept 2010

Brian Berger — Sat, 04 Sep 2010 07:00:00 +0000

NFL 2010 season preview with Charles Robinson of Yahoo! Sports

SBR 28 AUG 2010

Bryan Griggs — Sat, 28 Aug 2010 07:00:00 +0000

The Best of Sports Business Radio with New Orleans Saints GM Mickey Loomis, Indianapolis Colts President Bill Polian and San Diego Chargers GM AJ Smith

SBR 21 August 2010

Brian Berger — Sat, 21 Aug 2010 07:00:00 +0000

We take an in-depth look at the difficult and thankless job of an NCAA compliance officer and discuss how athletic departments are trying to protect themselves from NCAA sanctions with Rand Getlin, Founder of Synrgy Sports.

SBR 14 Aug 2010

Brian Berger — Sat, 14 Aug 2010 07:00:00 +0000

Rich Cho, Portland Trail Blazers GM stops by to talk about his new position with the NBA team as well as his ascension from NBA intern to General Manager. We also discuss how the on the course decline of Tiger Woods is impacting TV ratings, sponsorships and attendance for PGA Tour events.

SBR 07 Aug 2010

Brian Berger — Sat, 07 Aug 2010 07:00:00 +0000

Bill Sanders, Chief Marketing Officer of BDA Sports joins us to discuss how the sports endorsement market has changed after the fall of such high profile athletes as Tiger Woods, Ben Roethlisberger and Michael Vick. We also bring you the sports business headlines of the week. Follow us on twitter at twitter.com/sbradio

SBR 31 Jul 2010

Brian Berger — Sat, 31 Jul 2010 07:00:00 +0000

The Best of Sports Business Radio. We look back on interviews with Chicago Cubs Hall of Famer Ryne Sandberg and Miami Heat head coach Erik Spoelstra. We also break down the issues that could keep NFL players off the field for the 2011 season with Charles Robinson of Yahoo! Sports.

SBR 24 Jul 2010

Brian Berger — Sat, 24 Jul 2010 07:00:00 +0000

Paul Swangard from the Warsaw Center at the University of Oregon joins us to discuss how pro sports agents are impacting college athletic programs. We also discuss Sports Illustrated's Fortunate 50 list detailing the highest earning athletes in sports as well as the latest Harris Poll detailing the most popular athletes. We recap the 2010 British Open and discuss the changes made to USC's Athletic Department this week. Follow SBR on Facebook at www.facebook.com/sportsbusinessradio

SBR 17 Jul 2010

Brian Berger — Sat, 17 Jul 2010 19:00:00 +0000

Ric Bucher, ESPN NBA Insider joins us to discuss a potential work stoppage in the NBA next summer as well as this offseason's free agent frenzy. We also look back at the legacy of Yankees owner George Steinbrenner with Maury Brown from the Bizofbaseball.com. Follow Sports Business Radio on Twitter at www.twitter.com/sbradio

SBR 10 Jul 2010

Brian Berger — Sat, 10 Jul 2010 19:00:00 +0000

Miami Heat President of Business Operations Eric Woolworth joins us to discuss how the signing of NBA superstar LeBron James will impact the business and brand of the Miami Heat. Ethan Skolnick of the South Florida Sun Sentinel stops by to discuss how LeBron James' signing with the Miami Heat affects the NBA and the Heat's positioning in South Florida. We also analyze the manner in which LeBron James announced his decision to join the Miami Heat.

SBR 03 Jul 2010

Brian Berger — Sat, 03 Jul 2010 19:00:00 +0000

Jeff Ma, author of the new book The House Advantage: Playing the Odds to Win Big In Business and the focus for the hit Hollywood movie "21" joins us to discuss his new book and how the lessons of blackjack can be applied to making better decisions in sports and business. Ma also analyzes the key factors that elite NBA free agents LeBron James and Dwyane Wade should be considering when deciding where to sign their next contract. We also discuss the NBA free agent signings thus far and how these signings might affect the NBA collective bargaining discussions a year from now.

SBR 26 Jun 2010

Brian Berger — Sat, 26 Jun 2010 19:00:00 +0000

We recap the business of the U.S. Open, we give you the TV ratings for the NBA Finals and FIFA World Cup and we revisit recent conversations with NBA Commissioner David Stern and Coca-Cola CMO for North America Bea Perez on this week's edition of Sports Business Radio.

SBR 19 Jun 2010

Brian Berger — Sat, 19 Jun 2010 19:00:00 +0000

Rand Getlin, President and Founder of Synyrgy Sports joins us to take an in-depth look at the recent penalties levied against USC, how much money the Trojans could have saved if they had been more compliant and how much the school profited during the years during when the violations occurred. We also discuss the current landscape in college sports where financial gain is the top priority for most programs as well as the agents trying to prey on college athletes. In our headlines we look at the FIFA World Cup TV ratings and attendance numbers.

SBR 12 Jun 2010

Brian Berger — Sat, 12 Jun 2010 19:00:00 +0000

We examine NCAA conference realignment and discuss the impact of FIFA World Cup soccer on the popularity of soccer in the United States with sports business reporter Tim Lemke.

SBR 05 Jun 2010

Brian Berger — Sat, 05 Jun 2010 19:00:00 +0000

Jeff Brinegar, Head Pro at the new Old Macdonald golf course at Bandon Dunes golf resort joins us to discuss the opening of the course that is expected to be named the number one golf course you can pay to play in the United States. Maury Brown of the Bizofbaseball.com stops by to discuss the botched call that cost Tiger P Armando Galarraga a perfect game and how the call may lead to the use of expanded replay in MLB. We also discuss the biz of the NBA Finals and Stanley Cup finals. Follow us on Twitter @SBRadio

SBR 29 May 2010

Brian Berger — Sat, 29 May 2010 19:00:00 +0000

Sports Business Radio celebrates its 500th episode by looking back on some of our favorite moments over the past 499 episodes during a 6-year span. Thanks for listening over the years!

SBR 22 May 2010

Brian Berger — Sat, 22 May 2010 19:00:00 +0000

We take an in-depth look at "Team LeBron" and the people who will play a major part in orchestrating which NBA team LeBron James signs with this summer. We also share some changes to the Sports Business Radio team.

SBR 15 May 2010

Brian Berger — Sat, 15 May 2010 19:00:00 +0000

Sports Business writer Tim Lemke stops by to discuss the latest with the sales of the Phoenix Coyotes of the NHL and the Texas Rangers of MLB. Bill Squadron of BloombergSports.com joins us to discuss how Bloomberg is utilizing the companies business technologies to bring pro sports teams and fans unique sports information and technologies that will change how we watch sports.

SBR 08 May 2010

Brian Berger — Sat, 08 May 2010 19:00:00 +0000

Bea Perez, Chief Marketing Office for Coca-Cola North America joins us to discuss the sports marketing efforts for one of the biggest brands in the world. We also recap the business headlines from the Kentucky Derby.

SBR 01 May 2010

Brian Berger — Sat, 01 May 2010 19:00:00 +0000

David Stern, NBA Commissioner joins us to discuss the state of the NBA as well as give us an update on the Collective Bargaining Agreement discussions. We also examine the alarmingly low attendance numbers in Major League Baseball during the first month of the season.

SBR 24 Apr 2010

Brian Berger — Sat, 24 Apr 2010 19:00:00 +0000

We break down the economics of the NFL Draft with Yahoo! Sports NFL reporter Charles Robinson. Brian sounds off about the NBA's long, drawn out playoff schedule. And we bring you the headlines of the week including the NCAA's huge new broadcast rights deal with CBS/Turner.

SBR 17 Apr 2010

Brian Berger — Sat, 17 Apr 2010 19:00:00 +0000

We recap the latest edition of The Masters - including the TV ratings, the endorsement portfolio for 2010 champ Phil Mickelson and the return to golf for Tiger Woods. We also look at what the Pittsburgh Steelers are doing to deal with the off the field problems of two of their most high profile players.

SBR 10 Apr 2010

Brian Berger — Sat, 10 Apr 2010 19:00:00 +0000

We preview The Masters, discuss Tiger Woods' first press conference since his November car crash and give you the final numbers on the NCAA Basketball championships on this week's edition of Sports Business Radio. Follow us on Twitter @SBRadio

SBR 03 Apr 2010

Brian Berger — Sat, 03 Apr 2010 19:00:00 +0000

We preview the upcoming MLB season's top sports business storylines with Maury Brown from the Bizofbaseball.com. We also discuss the potential expansion of the NCAA Tournament to 96 teams.

SBR 27 Mar 2010

Brian Berger — Sat, 27 Mar 2010 19:00:00 +0000

The Best of Sports Business Radio. We look back on interviews with Mickey Loomis, Executive VP and GM of the Super Bowl champion New Orleans Saints and with sports agent David Falk, who served as the agent for Michael Jordan.

SBR 20 Mar 2010

Brian Berger — Sat, 20 Mar 2010 19:00:00 +0000

Greg Shaheen, NCAA Senior VP for Basketball and Business Strategies, the Czar of the NCAA Men's Basketball Championship, better known as March Madness, joins us for our annual conversation with him to discuss the big business around one of the premiere sports properties in the world. We also go to Augusta to get an insider's look at the business in and around Augusta National - site of The Masters with Augusta resident Jeremy Jiunnies.

SBR 13 Mar 2010

Brian Berger — Sat, 13 Mar 2010 20:00:00 +0000

Ric Bucher, ESPN's NBA Insider joins us to preview the summer free agent market that includes the likes of LeBron James and Dwyane Wade. We also discuss the NBA Collective Bargaining Agreement negotiations. Paul Swangard, Managing Director of the Warsaw Sports Marketing Center at the University of Oregon stops by to discuss what Tiger Woods' brand could look like going forward as well as the possibility of the NCAA Tournament expanding its field.

SBR 06 Mar 2010

Brian Berger — Sat, 06 Mar 2010 20:00:00 +0000

Looking back at the 1989-90 Loyola Marymount men's basketball team on the 20th anniversary of the death of LMU hoops star Hank Gathers. Brian Berger is joined by his LMU basketball broadcast partner Keith Forman for the show. Berger catches up with Bo Kimble, Jeff Fryer, Tom Peabody, Terrell Lowery, Per Stumer, Marcellus Lee and Marcus Slater to get their thoughts on the magical 1989-90 season as well as find out that they've been doing for the past 20 years. Author Kyle Keiderling also joins Berger to discuss his new book "Heart of a Lion: The Life, Death and Legacy of Hank Gathers".

SBR 27 Feb 2010

Brian Berger — Sat, 27 Feb 2010 20:00:00 +0000

Mickey Loomis, Executive Vice President and GM for the New Orleans Saints joins us to discuss the moves that led to the franchise's first Super Bowl championship. We also discuss Tiger Woods' first appearance in front of a video camera in 78 days and weigh in with our thoughts on Tiger's PR strategies.

SBR 20 Feb 2010

Brian Berger — Sat, 20 Feb 2010 20:00:00 +0000

John Ourand, Sports Media reporter for the Sports Business Daily/Journal joins us to discuss NBC's Winter Olympics coverage as well as update us on other developments in the world of sports media. Anne Peterson with the Associated Press joins us from Vancouver, British Columbia to give us all of the lowdown on the business side of the Winter Olympics.

SBR 13 Feb 2010

Brian Berger — Sat, 13 Feb 2010 20:00:00 +0000

Anne Peterson of the Associated Press joins us from Vancouver, British Columbia site of the 2010 Winter Olympics to discuss the kick-off of the Games. We also discuss NBA All-Star weekend, the Daytona 500 and we recap our favorite commercials from Super Bowl XLIV

SBR 06 Feb 2010

Brian Berger — Sat, 06 Feb 2010 20:00:00 +0000

Everything you want to know about the business side of Super Bowl XLIV between the Indianapolis Colts and the New Orleans Saints including how much CBS will receive for a thirty-second commercial, which commercials you should keep your eyes open for, which foods are the most popular on Super Bowl Sunday and how much the big game will mean to the South Florida economy. We'll even tell you how much money is bet on the big game in Las Vegas and which prop bets we think are the most creative.

SBR 30 Jan 2010

Brian Berger — Sat, 30 Jan 2010 20:00:00 +0000

We break down the big business of Super Bowl XLIV in Miami and go inside the making of a Super Bowl commercial with Denny Gallati, VP of Creative Development for Anheuser-Busch, one of the biggest advertisers for the Super Bowl.

SBR 23 Jan 2010

Brian Berger — Sat, 23 Jan 2010 20:00:00 +0000

Charles Robinson, NFL reporter for Yahoo! Sports joins us to discuss the ramifications of a work stoppage in the NFL as well as what an uncapped season may look like next season. Paul Swangard from the Warsaw Sports Marketing Center at the University of Oregon drops by to discuss our joint Sports Executive Speaker Series we will be launching in February as well as his program's recent trip to the east coast to visit such companies as the NBA and Under Armour. We also break down the TV ratings from last weekend's NFL Playoff games.

SBR 16 Jan 2010

Brian Berger — Sat, 16 Jan 2010 20:00:00 +0000

Johan Bruyneel, 9-time winning Tour de France sports director and coach for cycling icon Lance Armstrong joins us to discuss the sport of cycling and his cycling team - Team Radio Shack. We also discuss Pete Carroll's leap to the NFL and Mark McGwire's admission that he used performance enhancing drugs as a player.

SBR 09 Jan 2010

Brian Berger — Sat, 09 Jan 2010 20:00:00 +0000

Tim Lemke, sports business reporter and former Washington Times staffer joins us to discuss the future of the local newspaper and the role of the local sports page. We also discuss the BCS TV ratings and the hot water Washington Wizards player Gilbert Arenas finds himself in after bringing guns to the Verizon Center where the Wizards play their home games.

SBR 02 Jan 2010

Brian Berger — Sat, 02 Jan 2010 20:00:00 +0000

Sports Business Radio counts down its top 10 sports business stories of 2009. Happy New Year!

SBR 26 Dec 2009

Brian Berger — Sat, 26 Dec 2009 20:00:00 +0000

Sports Business Radio unveils its Top 20 sports business stories of 2009. This week, we focus on stories stories 20 through 11. Next week we count down stories 10 through 1. Happy New Year from all of us at Sports Business Radio.

SBR 19 Dec 2009

Brian Berger — Sat, 19 Dec 2009 20:00:00 +0000

John Ourand, Sports Media reporter for the Sports Business Daily and Journal stops by to chat about the media coverage surrounding Tiger Woods, what we cab expect from the TV coverage of the BCS bowl games and what sports media stories top his list for 2009. We also examine the latest fallout from the ongoing Tiger Woods saga.

SBR 12 Dec 2009

Brian Berger — Sat, 12 Dec 2009 20:00:00 +0000

Bill Hancock, BCS Executive Director joins us to debate the merits of the BCS vs a playoff system. Hancock also explains in detail how the intricate BCS system operates. We also discuss the latest with pro golfer and endorsement king Tiger Woods and his fall from grace. And we bring you the sports business headlines of the week including plans for a boxing mega-fight in March.

SBR 05 Dec 2009

Brian Berger — Sat, 05 Dec 2009 20:00:00 +0000

We examine the future marketability of Tiger Woods as well as assess the job he's done navigating the tricky PR landscape following his indiscretions and recent incident at his home in Florida. Marshall Glickman, CEO of G2 Strategic joins us to discuss whether we've seen the last of public financing for sports venues. We also bring you the sports business headlines of the week including two head coaching changes at two high profile football programs - Notre Dame and Florida State.

SBR 28 Nov 2009

Brian Berger — Sat, 28 Nov 2009 20:00:00 +0000

Happy Thanksgiving from SBR. We look back on our interview with the inspiring Dick Hoyt, who along with his wheel chair bound son has competed in countless iron man competitions and marathons over the past 25 years. We also look back on our interview with one of the brightest executives in the NFL - Indianapolis Colts President Bill Polian.

SBR 21 Nov 2009

Brian Berger — Sat, 21 Nov 2009 20:00:00 +0000

Larry Williams, University of Portland Athletic Director joins us to discuss how his school is trying to compete with college athletic departments with much bigger budgets. We look back on Brian Berger's 2007 conversation with reclusive Trail Blazers and Seahawks owner Paul Allen, who was diagnosed with cancer this week. We also discuss the headlines of the week including the lucrative pay-per-view numbers from the recent Pacquiao-Cotto boxing bout.

SBR 14 Nov 2009

Brian Berger — Sat, 14 Nov 2009 20:00:00 +0000

Jon Wertheim, Senior writer from Sports Illustrated stops by to discuss Andre Agassi's revealing new book as well as the state of New York's sports teams. Jennifer Seward joins us to discuss the business of the PBR.

SBR 07 Nov 2009

Brian Berger — Sat, 07 Nov 2009 20:00:00 +0000

Josh Pastner, the new head basketball coach at the University of Memphis joins us to discuss why he's decided to pass on any endorsement opportunities during his first year on the job. Pastner also discusses mentors Lute Olson and John Calipari who he served under as an assistant coach before he became the head coach of the Tigers. Paul Swangard, Managing Director of the Warsaw Sports Marketing Center stops by to debate whether or not the Yankees winning their 27th World Championship is a good thing for MLB. And we examine the sports business headlines of the week

SBR 31 Oct 2009

Brian Berger — Sat, 31 Oct 2009 19:00:00 +0000

Kevin Weiberg, CEO of iHoops, the new partnership between the NBA and NCAA to develop youth basketball in the U.S. joins us. Brian also has some PR advice for Mark McGwire upon his return to the media spotlight as the new hitting coach for the St. Louis Cardinals. And we examine the top headlines of the week from the world of sports business.

SBR 24 Oct 2009

Brian Berger — Sat, 24 Oct 2009 19:00:00 +0000

Chris Mike, GM of Sports Marketing for Rocket XL, joins us to discuss the impact of social media and blogs on the sports world. Maury Brown from the Bizofbaseball.com joins us to discuss the MLB Playoffs as well as the front office happenings with the Los Angeles Dodgers, whose owner Frank McCourt fired his soon to be ex-wife Dodgers CEO Jamie McCourt this week. We also discuss the sports business headlines of the week including the return of the real NBA refs to the basketball court just in time for the start of the 2009-10 NBA season.

SBR 17 Oct 2009

Brian Berger — Sat, 17 Oct 2009 19:00:00 +0000

Ric Bucher, ESPN's NBA Insider joins us to discuss the top NBA business stories heading into the 2009-10 NBA season. We also look at the controversy surrounding Rush Limbaugh's inclusion in an ownership group interested in buying the St. Louis Rams. And we examine the TV ratings for the MLB playoffs thus far.

SBR 10 Oct 2009

Brian Berger — Sat, 10 Oct 2009 19:00:00 +0000

We examine why Chicago lost out on the 2016 Summer Olympics as well as look back on conversations with Washington Huskies head football coach Steve Sarkisian and NBA referee union leader Lamell McMorris.

SBR 03 Oct 2009

Brian Berger — Sat, 03 Oct 2009 19:00:00 +0000

Bill Sanders, BDA Sports VP of Marketing joins us to discuss the state of endorsement and marketing deals in today's slumping economy. Sanders represents the likes of Yao Ming, Steve Nash and Greg Oden. Maury Brown from the BizofBaseball.com joins us to discuss the upcoming MLB playoffs as well as reflect back on the past MLB season.

SBR 26 Sep 2009

Brian Berger — Sat, 26 Sep 2009 19:00:00 +0000

Steve Sarkisian, Washington Huskies head football coach joins us to discuss the rebirth of Huskies football as well as how the program is communicating to fans via social media platforms such as Twitter and Facebook. We also take an in-depth look at the bid by Russian billionaire Mikhail Prokhorov to purchase 80% interest of the NBA's New Jersey Nets.

SBR 19 Sep 2009

Brian Berger — Sat, 19 Sep 2009 19:00:00 +0000

Travis Parrott, 2009 US Open Mixed Doubles champion joins us to discuss his big win in NYC as well as what the life of a pro tennis player is really like. Paul Swangard from the Warsaw Center at the University of Oregon joins us to discuss the legacy of the late Dr. Myles Brand, the President of the NCAA. We also examine enormous TV ratings for pro and college football early in the season.

SBR 12 Sep 2009

Brian Berger — Sat, 12 Sep 2009 19:00:00 +0000

Lamell McMorris, lead negotiator for the NBA referees and MLB umpires unions joins us to discuss the latest regarding negotiations for each union. John Ourand, Sports Media reporter for the Sports Business Daily and Sports Business Journal stops by to discuss the new broadcast pairings for NFL games on TV this season as well as give us the latest update on the DirecTV - Versus battle. We also give you the latest numbers from the U.S. Open tennis championships.

SBR 05 Sep 2009

Brian Berger — Sat, 05 Sep 2009 19:00:00 +0000

The Best of Sports Business Radio featuring interviews with Portland Trail Blazers GM Kevin Pritchard and pro football agent David Dunn. We also examine the impact of social media on the sports world. Happy Labor Day from SBR!

SBR 29 Aug 2009

Brian Berger — Sat, 29 Aug 2009 19:00:00 +0000

Paul Swangard from the Warsaw Sports Marketing Center joins us to discuss Versus' battle with DirecTV, the marketability and believability of Vikings QB Brett Favre as a pitchman and his upcoming trip to China with the Warsaw Center students. We also discuss the finalization of the sale of the Chicago Cubs as well as slow TV ad sales for Super Bowl XLIV and the Winter Olympics.

SBR 22 Aug 2009

Brian Berger — Sat, 22 Aug 2009 19:00:00 +0000

Bobby and Nathan take over the show as Brian is on vacation. They discuss and debate some of the NFL current story lines including Vick and Favre. Joe Giansante from The University of Oregon joins Bobby to discuss GoDucks Live, the first daily video webcast from any university in the country. The show features up to date ticket promotions, coach and player interviews, and inside access to the athletic department.

SBR 15 Aug 2009

Brian Berger — Sat, 15 Aug 2009 19:00:00 +0000

Brandon Roy, Portland Trail Blazers star stops by to discuss his new $80M contract and the future of his young team. Christine Brennan, USA Today sports columnist joins us to discuss the amazing legacy of the late Eunice Kennedy Shriver, the founder of Special Olympics. We also discuss the Philadelphia Eagles signing of Michael Vick.

SBR 08 Aug 2009

Brian Berger — Sat, 08 Aug 2009 19:00:00 +0000

We examine the effects of social networking media like Twitter and Facebook on the world of sports. We also discuss the week's headlines including the demise of the Arena Football league and the end to Buick's 51-year relationship with the PGA Tour. SBR host Brian Berger recaps his recent trip to the Philippines with Miami Heat head coach Erik Spoelstra.

SBR 01 Aug 2009

Brian Berger — Sat, 01 Aug 2009 19:00:00 +0000

Maury Brown joins us to discuss the MLB At Bat and MLB.tv partnership that allows subscribers to watch all MLB games on their iPhone. We also chat with Maury about the possibility of Pete Rose being reinstated into baseball. Brett Favre is not coming back to football, and we discuss the SEC's bid to stay in Atlanta for the football championship game. Headlines and much more in this weeks edition of SBR.

SBR 25 Jul 2009

Brian Berger — Sat, 25 Jul 2009 19:00:00 +0000

Charles Robinson, Yahoo! Sports NFL reporter joins us to discuss Michael Vick's future as well as the top storylines for the upcoming NFL season. We also talk about the amazing impact golfer Tom Watson's British Open performance had on his sponsors.

SBR 18 Jul 2009

Brian Berger — Sat, 18 Jul 2009 19:00:00 +0000

MLB All-Star game recap - TV ratings, economic impact and success of the Go Beyond initiative. We also discuss two of the strangest athlete drug stories you will ever hear.

SBR 11 Jul 2009

Brian Berger — Sat, 11 Jul 2009 19:00:00 +0000

The Best of SBR featuring a look back at Brian Berger's conversations with USC head football coach Pete Carroll and Miami Heat head coach Erik Spoelstra

SBR 04 Jul 2009

Brian Berger — Sat, 04 Jul 2009 19:00:00 +0000

Ric Bucher, ESPN NBA Insider join us to discuss NBA free agency, the draft, the futures of Yao Ming and Ricky Rubio and which franchises are hurting the most financially. We also discuss a very difficult decision that NFL Commissioner Roger Goodell will have to make in the upcoming weeks. Happy 4th of July weekend from Sports Business Radio.

SBR 27 Jun 2009

Brian Berger — Sat, 27 Jun 2009 19:00:00 +0000

We recap the NBA Draft and a busy week of trades in the NBA. We also examine the marketability of US Open champ Lucas Glover as well as discuss the resignation of MLBPA Executive Director Donald Fehr.

SBR 20 Jun 2009

Brian Berger — Sat, 20 Jun 2009 19:00:00 +0000

On US Open weekend, we re-air past conversations with golf icon Jack Nicklaus as well as IMG VP of Golf and the agent for Tiger Woods, Mark Steinberg. We also recap the TV ratings for the NBA Finals and NHL Stanley Cup. Happy Father's Day weekend from SBR!

SBR 13 Jun 2009

Brian Berger — Sat, 13 Jun 2009 19:00:00 +0000

We discuss the NBA Finals and NHL Stanley Cup TV ratings, the MLB Draft and the resignation of USC head basketball coach Tim Floyd on this week's edition of SBR

SBR 06 Jun 2009

Brian Berger — Sat, 06 Jun 2009 19:00:00 +0000

Kevin Pritchard, the General Manager of the Portland Trail Blazers joins us to discuss his thoughts on building a championship team in Portland, he shares his insight on making a trade in the NBA and he discusses the development of former number one pick Greg Oden. Chris Wright, the President of the Minnesota Timberwolves stops by to share some of the creative things the NBA franchise is doing to attract fans in a down economy. We also review the latest TV ratings for the NBA and NHL playoffs and we discuss Manchester United's new jersey sponsorship deal with Aon.

SBR 30 May 2009

Brian Berger — Sat, 30 May 2009 19:00:00 +0000

Darren Rovell, CNBC Sports Business Reporter joins us to discuss the NBA Finals matchup between the Lakers and Magic and how companies such as Nike and Vitaminwater are scrambling to change their ad campaigns after anticipating a Kobe vs LeBron Finals matchup. Jon Wertheim, Sports Illustrated Senior Writer, stops by to discuss the French Open as well as his new book Strokes of Genius: Federer, Nadal and the Greatest Match Ever Played.

SBR 23 May 2009

Brian Berger — Sat, 23 May 2009 19:00:00 +0000

Paul Swangard from the Warsaw Sports Marketing Center joins us to discuss the future of Michael Vick now that the former NFL star has been released from prison. We also examine the NFL Network's new deal with Comcast as well as MLB's decision to start World Series games on Fox earlier.

SBR 16 May 2009

Brian Berger — Sat, 16 May 2009 19:00:00 +0000

We examine the legal mess between the NHL and the Phoenix Coyotes. We also look back at previous SBR conversations with Washington Capitals owner Ted Leonsis and superagent David Falk.

SBR 09 May 2009

Brian Berger — Sat, 09 May 2009 19:00:00 +0000

SBR takes an in-depth look at the Manny Ramirez suspension and how it affects the business of the Dodgers and the image of MLB. We also recap Mine that Bird's big win at the Kentucky Derby as a 50-1 shot in our Sweet Success segment sponsored by Moose Tracks ice cream (http://www.moosetracks.com/page/locator). In our headlines segment we examine the sale of the NHL's Phoenix Coyotes and the legal battle that is underway regarding who will be allowed to sell the team - the NHL, who has run the team since November, or the team's owner, Jerry Moyes.

SBR 02 May 2009

Brian Berger — Sat, 02 May 2009 19:00:00 +0000

David Dunn, President/CEO of Athletes First joins us. Dunn is one of the most powerful agents in the NFL and reps the likes of new Jets QB Mark Sanchez, Bengals QB Carson Palmer and Packers QB Aaron Rodgers. Athletes First represented more first round picks in the 2009 NFL Draft than any other agency. We also debut a new segment on SBR - "Sweet Success" presented by Moose Tracks ice cream (http://www.moosetracks.com/page/locator). Sweet Success focuses on a successful strategy or promotion from the world of sports business.

SBR 25 Apr 2009

Brian Berger — Sat, 25 Apr 2009 19:00:00 +0000

Daryl Morey, Houston Rockets GM joins us to discuss assembling his NBA's team's roster on a tight budget. Charles Robinson from Yahoo! Sports stops by to help us break down the economics of the NFL Draft.

SBR 18 Apr 2009

Brian Berger — Sat, 18 Apr 2009 19:00:00 +0000

Henry Abbott of ESPN.com's Truehoop stops by to help us hand out our season ending awards in the NBA and preview the NBA playoffs. Al Santasiere, Director of Publications for the New York Yankees joins us to discuss two books he has co-authored about the history of Yankee Stadium. We also recap all of the numbers for the 2009 edition of The Masters.

SBR 11 Apr 2009

Brian Berger — Sat, 11 Apr 2009 19:00:00 +0000

SBR celebrates its 5th anniversary by looking back on two of our favorite conversations of the past 5 years. We re-air SBR host Brian Berger's conversations with golf icon Jack Nicklaus and Dallas Mavericks owner Mark Cuban. We also recap the TV ratings and attendance for the Men's and Women's Division I College Basketball Championships as well as tell you which companies are spending the most money on sports advertising.

SBR 04 Apr 2009

Brian Berger — Sat, 04 Apr 2009 19:00:00 +0000

Greg Shaheen, NCAA Senior VP of Basketball and Business Strategies joins us to discuss this year's NCAA Division I Men's Basketball Championship. Shaheen oversees March Madness for the NCAA. We're also joined by Maury Brown of the Bizofbaseball.com as the MLB season gets under way this weekend. And we break down the record setting contract of new University of Kentucky head basketball coach John Calipari.

SBR 28 Mar 2009

Brian Berger — Sat, 28 Mar 2009 19:00:00 +0000

Merritt Paulson, owner of the new Portland MLS franchise joins us to discuss what it means to be bringing soccer to the Rose City and why he's invested in Major League Soccer. Ric Bucher, ESPN's NBA Insider stops by to discuss which NBA teams will be most active in the trade market in an attempt to shed player payroll as well as which teams could be sold or relocate.

SBR 21 Mar 2009

Brian Berger — Sat, 21 Mar 2009 19:00:00 +0000

David Falk, best known as the agent for Michael Jordan and the author of a new book called THE BALD TRUTH, joins us to discuss his efforts with Jordan, Coach K and his other clients as well as the current economic state of today's NBA. Jason Kint, VP and GM for CBSSports.com joins us to discuss this year's version of March Madness on Demand, which allows users to watch the NCAA Men's Basketball Tournament online or on a mobile device. We also discuss the hiring of DeMaurice Smith as the new Executive Director of the NFL Players Association.

SBR 14 Mar 2009

Brian Berger — Sat, 14 Mar 2009 19:00:00 +0000

We examine CBS' broadcast and online ad revenues for the upcoming NCAA Tournament. We also discuss the hip injury that has sidelined Alex Rodriguez and wonder why the injury seemingly came out of nowhere after his admission of steroid use and before the opening of the new billion dollar Yankee Stadium.

SBR 07 Mar 2009

Brian Berger — Sat, 07 Mar 2009 20:00:00 +0000

The Best of Sports Business Radio. We revisit conversations with MLB Network President Tony Petitti and ESPN Investigative reporter and "Game of Shadows" co-author Mark Fainaru-Wada. We also look at the headlines of the week including the Los Angeles Dodgers signing of Manny Ramirez and the Dallas Cowboys release of controversial wideout Terrell Owens.

SBR 28 Feb 2009

Brian Berger — Sat, 28 Feb 2009 20:00:00 +0000

Cindy Davis, President of Nike Golf, joins us to discuss the return of Tiger Woods to the golf course as well as the company's overall business. Seth Davis, Sports Illustrated reporter and CBS Sports College Basketball analyst stops by to discuss his new book - WHEN MARCH WENT MAD - The Game That Transformed Basketaball - about the 1979 NCAA College Basketball championship matching Larry Bird's Indiana State Sycamores against Magic Johnson's Michigan State Spartans.

SBR 21 Feb 2009

Brian Berger — Sat, 21 Feb 2009 20:00:00 +0000

SBR host Brian Berger provides PR counsel and media training to Alex Rodriguez and his camp following A-Rod's press conference in Tampa this week. Bizofbaseball.com founder Maury Brown stops by to discuss the hottest baseball news as MLB Spring Training approaches. And we discuss the return of Tiger Woods and recap the TV ratings for the 2009 NBA All-Star weekend festivities.

SBR 14 Feb 2009

Brian Berger — Sat, 14 Feb 2009 20:00:00 +0000

Mark Fainaru-Wada, ESPN Investigative Reporter and co-author of the book "Game of Shadows" joins us to discuss the many layers of the Alex Rodriguez story after we learned this week that the Yankees superstar has used performance enhancing drugs. Paul Swangard from the Warsaw Sports Marketing Center joins us from Phoenix, site of the 2009 NBA All-Star weekend, to discuss the NBA's sports business happenings and festivities. We also examine several headlines from this week that show us how the sagging economy continues to impact the sports world.

SBR 07 Feb 2009

Brian Berger — Sat, 07 Feb 2009 20:00:00 +0000

Christine Brennan from USA Today joins us to discuss the future marketability of swimmer Michael Phelps after controversial photos emerge of the Olympian smoking pot. Marshall Glickman, CEO of G2 Strategic joins us to discuss his trip to Super Bowl XLIII in Tampa as well as the impact of David Beckham's potential departure from the MLS. We also recap the TV ratings for Super Bowl XLIII.

SBR 31 Jan 2009

Brian Berger — Sat, 31 Jan 2009 20:00:00 +0000

Denny Gallati, Anheuser-Busch VP of Creative development joins us to discuss his company's strategies for the four minutes and thirty seconds worth of time they purchased during NBC's telecast of Super Bowl XLIII. AB is spending upwards of $27M on ads in this year's Super Bowl and Gallati takes us through the creation of the company's Super Bowl ads from the initial concept phase all the way through to delivering the final ads to the network.

SBR 24 Jan 2009

Brian Berger — Sat, 24 Jan 2009 20:00:00 +0000

An inside look at the big business of Super Bowl XLIII in Tampa. We'll tell you everything from how much a 30-second spot on NBC will cost you to what kind of an economic impact the game will have on the host city of Tampa. We also examine the likely impact of new President Barack Obama on the sports world. Finally, we discuss the pending sale of the Chicago Cubs to the Ricketts family.

SBR 17 Jan 2009

Brian Berger — Sat, 17 Jan 2009 20:00:00 +0000

Tony Petitti, MLB Network President and CEO joins us to discuss the launch of the new network that debuted on January 1st. Paul Swangard, Managing Director of the Warsaw Sports Marketing Center checks in during his east coast trip to discuss how the economy is affecting the sports leagues and franchises in Washington DC and New York. We also preview the NFL conference championship games this weekend and discuss how the lack of star power could affect the TV ratings.

SBR 10 Jan 2009

Brian Berger — Sat, 10 Jan 2009 20:00:00 +0000

Tim Grover, training guru to NBA stars Michael Jordan, Kobe Bryant and Dwyane Wade joins us to share some of his secrets and workout regimens that have helped his clients perform at an elite level as well as stay injury free. Jon Wertheim, Senior Writer for Sports Illustrated stops by to discuss his new book "Blood in the Cage" which details life in the MMA and UFC. We discuss the business model of Mixed Martial Arts as well as debate the sports sustainability over the next decade.

SBR 03 Jan 2009

Brian Berger — Sat, 03 Jan 2009 20:00:00 +0000

The Best of SBR - college football edition. We look back at past interviews with Dr. Myles Brand, the President of the NCAA and Michael Slive, the Commissioner of the SEC and former head of the BCS.

SBR 27 Dec 2008

Brian Berger — Sat, 27 Dec 2008 20:00:00 +0000

SBR unveils its Top 10 Sports Business stories of 2008. Happy New Year!

SBR 20 Dec 2008

Brian Berger — Sat, 20 Dec 2008 20:00:00 +0000

SBR counts down its Top 20 sports business stories of 2008. This week we count down stories 20 through 11. Tune in next week when we count down our Top 10 sports business stories of the year.

SBR 13 Dec 2008

Brian Berger — Sat, 13 Dec 2008 20:00:00 +0000

SBR hands out its year end awards for the Best and Worst in sports business in 2008.

SBR 06 Dec 2008

Brian Berger — Sat, 06 Dec 2008 20:00:00 +0000

Ted Leonsis, the owner of the NHL's Washington Capitals and the NBA's Washington Wizards joins us for an in-depth conversation. We also examine Forbes' latest list detailing NBA franchise values.

SBR 29 Nov 2008

Brian Berger — Sat, 29 Nov 2008 20:00:00 +0000

Two remarkable stories on this Thanksgiving edition of SBR. We look back on our conversations with Superdad and Triathlete Dick Hoyt and Paralympian Josh George. The two share their amazing stories of courage and passion for competing.

SBR 22 Nov 2008

Brian Berger — Sat, 22 Nov 2008 20:00:00 +0000

Paul Swangard from the Warsaw Sports Marketing Center joins us to discuss the allegations of insider trading against Dallas Mavericks Owner Mark Cuban as well as the University of Oregon's new basketball arena. Maury Brown from the bizofbaseball.com joins us to discuss the hot stove league as well as the latest with the sale of the Chicago Cubs.

SBR 15 Nov 2008

Brian Berger — Sat, 15 Nov 2008 20:00:00 +0000

Don Garber, Commissioner of Major League Soccer, joins us to discuss the growth of his league and future expansion. The SBR staff also weighs in with the one event they'd most like to change in the world of sports.

SBR 08 Nov 2008

Brian Berger — Sat, 08 Nov 2008 20:00:00 +0000

Gerald Myers, Athletic Director for the Texas Tech Red Raiders joins us to discuss his school's bid for a football national championship and the economics of this athletic department. We also discuss the likely impact President-elect Barack Obama will have on the world of sports.

SBR 01 Nov 2008

Brian Berger — Sat, 01 Nov 2008 19:00:00 +0000

Final World Series TV numbers and a solution for generating interest in the Fall Classic in the future. We also look back on conversations with NBA Commissioner David Stern and Doug Ulman, Executive Director of the Lance Armstrong Foundation.

SBR 25 Oct 2008

Brian Berger — Sat, 25 Oct 2008 19:00:00 +0000

Stuart Sternberg, prinicipal owner of the AL Champion Tampa Bay Rays, joins us to discuss his team's amazing turnaround from the worst team in MLB last season to their first appearance in the World Series this season. Ric Bucher, ESPN's NBA Insider, joins us to discuss the top story lines for the upcoming NBA season - we also weigh in with our predictions for the season.

SBR 18 Oct 2008

Brian Berger — Sat, 18 Oct 2008 19:00:00 +0000

Tim Keown from ESPN the Magazine joins us to discuss the possibility that construction for sports venues in the United States will come to a grinding halt because of the unwillingness of taxpayers to foot the bill for sports venues and also because of the credit crisis that may prohibit sports owners from borrowing money to build these venues. Gold medalist Paralympian Josh George joins us to discuss his amazing story.

SBR 11 Oct 2008

Brian Berger — Sat, 11 Oct 2008 19:00:00 +0000

We discuss the incredible past three months of Dodgers outfielder Manny Ramirez as he approaches free agency with LA Times Dodgers Blue Notes blogger Andrew Kamenetzky. We also catch up with Paul Swangard, the Managing Director of the Warsaw Sports Marketing Center to discuss the impact of the slumping U.S. economy on the sports world.

SBR 04 Oct 2008

Brian Berger — Sat, 04 Oct 2008 19:00:00 +0000

The Best of Sports Business Radio - Major League Baseball Playoff Edition. Featuring conversations with Los Angeles Dodgers owner Frank McCourt, Tampa Bay Rays Senior VP Michael Kalt and DC Nationals President Stan Kasten. We also tell you how much Fox and TBS are getting for ads during this year's MLB Playoffs.

SBR 27 Sep 2008

Brian Berger — Sat, 27 Sep 2008 19:00:00 +0000

Brandi Chastain, former U.S. Women's soccer star and hero of the 1999 World Cup joins us to discuss the continued growth of women's sports as well as her upcoming appearance in the 2008 ING NYC Marathon. We also discuss the closing of Yankee Stadium and the items from the stadium that are already being sold.

SBR 20 Sep 2008

Brian Berger — Sat, 20 Sep 2008 19:00:00 +0000

Karl Benson, WAC Commissioner joins us to discuss how his conference is doing more with less to compete with the likes of the SEC, Pac-10 and ACC. We also discuss the impact of Hurricane Ike on the sports world.

SBR 13 Sep 2008

Brian Berger — Sat, 13 Sep 2008 19:00:00 +0000

Doug Ulman, President of the Lance Armstrong Foundation joins us to discuss how the 7-time Tour de France Champion's decision to return to competitive racing will effect the LAF and its efforts to fight cancer. Charles Robinson NFL reporter from Yahoo! Sports joins us to discuss the devastating injury to Pats QB Tom Brady and how the season-ending injury will affect the Pats as well as the entire NFL. We also recap the TV ratings for the U.S. Open tennis championships.

SBR 06 Sep 2008

Brian Berger — Sat, 06 Sep 2008 19:00:00 +0000

The Best of SBR featuring interviews with USC Trojans head football coach Pete Carroll, Indianapolis Colts President Bill Polian and Jeff Ma, the subject of the major motion picture "21"

SBR 30 Aug 2008

Brian Berger — Sat, 30 Aug 2008 19:00:00 +0000

SBR recaps the Beijing Olympics with CNBC sports business reporter Darren Rovell. We also examine the Big Ten Network's new carriage deal along with the implementation of instant replay in Major League Baseball with Maury Brown of the bizofbaseball.com and bizoffootball.com.

SBR 23 Aug 2008

Brian Berger — Sat, 23 Aug 2008 19:00:00 +0000

Owen Rankin, Johnson and Johnson VP Corporate Equity and Olympic Sponsorship joins us from Beijng to discuss his company's multi-million dollar global sponsorship of the Beijing Summer Olympics. We learn from a major corporate decision maker why companies have chosen to sponsor the Beijing Olympics as well as what kind of return on investment they are looking for. We also discuss the legacy of the late Gene Upshaw, Executive Director of the NFLPA, as well as who his replacement may be.

SBR 16 Aug 2008

Brian Berger — Sat, 16 Aug 2008 19:00:00 +0000

Charles Robinson from Yahoosports.com joins us from Beijing to give us a bird's eye view of the Beijing Olympics. We also catch up with Paul Swangard from the Warsaw Sports Marketing Center to discuss the marketability of Olympic swimming hero Michael Phelps.

SBR 09 Aug 2008

Brian Berger — Sat, 09 Aug 2008 19:00:00 +0000

In-depth coverage of the Beijing Summer Olympics as the opening ceremonies take place in China. We're also joined by Michael Hiestand, USA Today sports media columnist as we examine the groundbreaking TV and online coverage for these Olympic Games. Ric Bucher, ESPN's NBA Insider stops by to discuss the chances of the U.S. Men's Basketball team that is led by Kobe Bryant and LeBron James. We also discuss the impact of the Brett Favre trade to the New York Jets.

SBR 02 Aug 2008

Brian Berger — Sat, 02 Aug 2008 19:00:00 +0000

The Best of Sports Business Radio featuring interviews with Chicago Cubs Hall of Famer Ryne Sandberg, Columbia Sportswear President and CEO Tim Boyle and CNBC Sports Business Reporter Darren Rovell.

SBR 26 Jul 2008

Brian Berger — Sat, 26 Jul 2008 19:00:00 +0000

We preview the upcoming Beijing Olympics and we discuss the suitors for the Chicago Cubs and Wrigley Field.

SBR 19 Jul 2008

Brian Berger — Sat, 19 Jul 2008 19:00:00 +0000

Tim Boyle, President and CEO of Columbia Sportswear Company joins us to discuss the billion dollar outerwear company and its sponsorship of a Tour de France cycling team. Paul Swangard of the Warsaw Sports Marketing Center at the University of Oregon stops by to discuss the MLB All-Star game, the impact of the latest Tim Donaghy allegations on the NBA and InBev's $52M takeover of Anheuser-Busch.Tiger Woods.

SBR 12 Jul 2008

Brian Berger — Sat, 12 Jul 2008 19:00:00 +0000

Ryne Sandberg, Cubs legend and baseball Hall of Famer joins us to discuss the Cubs, his playing career and his new role as manager of the Cubs single-A affiliate, the Peoria Chiefs. Darren Rovell, CNBC sports business reporter stops by to discuss the potential sale of the Pittsburgh Steelers, how the gas crunch is affecting NASCAR and the golf landscape without Tiger Woods.

SBR 05 Jul 2008

Brian Berger — Sat, 05 Jul 2008 19:00:00 +0000

The Best of SBR featuring interviews with golf icon Jack Nicklaus, boxing champion and promoter Oscar De La Hoya and Miami Heat Head Coach Erik Spoelstra.

SBR 28 Jun 2008

Brian Berger — Sat, 28 Jun 2008 19:00:00 +0000

Damon Phillips, VP and GM of ESPN360.com joins us to discuss ESPN's online TV network. We also break down the business of the 2008 NBA Draft.

SBR 21 Jun 2008

Brian Berger — Sat, 21 Jun 2008 19:00:00 +0000

We go inside the courtroom of the Sonics trial versus the city of Seattle with Seattle Times writer Jim Brunner. The trial could determine the future of pro basketball in the Emerald City. We also recap the U.S. Open and discuss the impact of Tiger Woods' season-ending injury. Finally, we recap the Boston Celtics' 17th NBA Championship and the TV ratings from the Celtics versus Lakers NBA Finals.

SBR 14 Jun 2008

Brian Berger — Sat, 14 Jun 2008 19:00:00 +0000

Oscar De La Hoya, world champion boxer and founder of Golden Boy Promotions joins us to discuss his business ventures and his new book "American Son". De La Hoya also discusses his ownership of MLS' Houston Dynamo as well as the overall state of the sport of boxing. We also take an in-depth look at this weekend's U.S. Open golf championship at Torrey Pines as well as the NBA Finals series between the Lakers and Celtics.

SBR 07 Jun 2008

Brian Berger — Sat, 07 Jun 2008 19:00:00 +0000

Jack Nicklaus, Golf icon and CEO of the Nicklaus Companies joins us for a rare one-on-one interview. Nicklaus discusses Tiger Woods and Woods' pursuit of Nicklaus' all-time record for major championship victories, Nicklaus' growing golf course design company that has built courses in 45 countries around the world and Nicklaus' overall thoughts on the game of golf. Jon Wertheim from Sports Illustrated joins us from the French Open in Paris to discuss the clay court championships. Wertheim also helps us break down the marquee NBA Finals matchup between the Lakers and Celtics.

SBR 31 May 2008

Brian Berger — Sat, 31 May 2008 19:00:00 +0000

Erik Spoelstra, new Miami Heat head coach joins us to discuss his promotion from assistant coach to the top spot in Miami. Spoelstra is the youngest head coach in the NBA and first Asian-American to be named Head Coach of a U.S. major league sports team. We also discuss TV ratings for the Indy 500, Coca-Cola 600, NBA Playoffs and NHL Stanley Cup.

SBR 24 May 2008

Brian Berger — Sat, 24 May 2008 19:00:00 +0000

Ric Bucher, ESPN NBA Insider joins us to discuss the NBA Playoffs, the NBA Draft lottery and possibilities for the current NBA coaching vacancies. Paul Swangard, Managing Director of the Warsaw Sports Marketing Center at the University of Oregon stops by to discuss the NFL owners opting out of the current Collective Bargaining Agreement this week. Could the 2010 NFL season be played without a salary cap and could there be a work stoppage in 2011? We discuss this topic as well as preview the Indy 500 with Swangard.

SBR 17 May 2008

Brian Berger — Sat, 17 May 2008 19:00:00 +0000

Michael Kalt, Tampa Bay Rays SVP of Development and Business Affairs joins us to discuss the surprising start by the Rays and the team's plans for a new ballpark. Scott Wolf, USC beat writer for the LA Daily News joins us to discuss the scandal surrounding former USC basketball player O.J. Mayo and reports that he accepted $30,000 in cash and gifts. We also discuss the latest with Spygate after NFL Commissioner Roger Goodell's interview with former Patriots Assistant Coach Matt Walsh this week.

SBR 10 May 2008

Brian Berger — Sat, 10 May 2008 19:00:00 +0000

Truehoop.com's Henry Abbott joins us to discuss the NBA Playoffs, Kobe Bryant's MVP and the fate of the Sonics. Marshall Glickman, G2 Strategic CEO joins us for our regular "Glickman Global" segment where we discuss international sports business topics. We also share our thoughts on last weekend's Kentucky Derby and the state of horse racing.

SBR 03 May 2008

Brian Berger — Sat, 03 May 2008 19:00:00 +0000

NBA Commissioner David Stern joins us for an in-depth interview. We also recap the NFL Draft and preview the Kentucky Derby.

SBR 26 Apr 2008

Brian Berger — Sat, 26 Apr 2008 19:00:00 +0000

The Best of SBR - in honor of the NBA Playoffs, we look back on interviews with Phoenix Suns owner Robert Sarver, Houston Rockets GM Daryl Morey and Zambezi Ink executive Chris Raih, who handles the marketing efforts for Los Angeles Lakers superstar Kobe Bryant. We also discuss the impact of IRL star Danica Patrick's first victory.

SBR 19 Apr 2008

Brian Berger — Sat, 19 Apr 2008 19:00:00 +0000

Charles Robinson, Yahoo! Sports' NFL Reporter joins us to discuss the economics surrounding the 2008 NFL Draft. Jerry Brewer of the Seattle Times joins us to discuss the potential relocation of the NBA's Seattle SuperSonics to Oklahoma City. We recap the big business of The Masters.

SBR 12 Apr 2008

Brian Berger — Sat, 12 Apr 2008 19:00:00 +0000

Pete Vlastelica, Co-Founder and CEO of Yardbarker.com joins us to discuss one of the fastest growing online social sports networks. With star athletes such as Donovan McNabb, Baron Davis and Greg Oden authoring blogs on Yardbarker, the company has had great success bringing athletes and fans together. Paul Swangard, the Managing Director of the Warsaw Sports Marketing Center at the University of Oregon, joins us to discuss the political protests surrounding the Olympic torch relay.

SBR 05 Apr 2008

Brian Berger — Sat, 05 Apr 2008 19:00:00 +0000

Stan Kasten, Washington Nationals President joins us to discuss the opening of Nationals Park. We give you an inside look at the MLB home in DC. We also examine the highest and lowest team payrolls and player salaries in MLB. And we discuss the NCAA Final Four featuring four number one seeds for the first time in tournament history.

SBR 29 Mar 2008

Brian Berger — Sat, 29 Mar 2008 19:00:00 +0000

Frank McCourt, Los Angeles Dodgers owner joins us to discuss the iconic MLB franchise. Amongst the topics we cover with McCourt: the Dodgers vs Red Sox fundraiser game at the LA Coliseum, the Dodgers recent trip to China, the team's move from Dodgertown, their longtime spring training home in Vero Beach, Florida, the impact of the hiring of new manager Joe Torre and the overall state of MLB. Mark Clinard of adidas Motorsports also stops by to discuss adidas' partnership with NASCAR star Dale Earnhardt Jr.

SBR 22 Mar 2008

Brian Berger — Sat, 22 Mar 2008 19:00:00 +0000

Greg Shaheen, NCAA Sr. VP of Basketball and Business Strategies joins us to discuss the big business of March Madness. Shaheen oversees the NCAA Men's Basketball Tournament and the NCAA's 11-year, $6B contract with CBS. Jason Kint, CBSSports.com Sr. VP and GM steps into the Technology Lab with us to discuss March Madness on Demand and the ability for fans to watch the NCAA Basketball Tournament on their computers via streaming video and audio.

SBR 15 Mar 2008

Brian Berger — Sat, 15 Mar 2008 19:00:00 +0000

Daryl Morey, Houston Rockets GM joins us to discuss his team's incredible win streak, the 2nd longest in NBA history. The 35-year old MIT graduate is part of the new breed of GM's who rely heavily on quantitive analysis when evaluating talent. Tyler Epp, Hall of Fame Racing GM stops by to give us a behind the scenes look at the inner workings of a NASCAR team. From the team's annual budget to breaking down what sponsors pay to be associated with a NASCAR team, Tyler will educate us. We also examine the enormous business of March Madness.

SBR 08 Mar 2008

Brian Berger — Sat, 08 Mar 2008 20:00:00 +0000

Jeff Ma, the focus of the new movie "21" starring Kevin Spacey, Lawrence Fishburne and Kate Bosworth joins us to discuss the film that opens in theaters nationwide on March 28th. Ma was an MIT student during the week but attained rock-star-like status in Las Vegas on the weekends when he joined several fellow MIT students to form a card counting team that took Vegas for millions of dollars. Ma is now the co-founder of PROTRADE.com and a consultant to sports teams like the Portland Trail Blazers. Also joining us on this weekend's show is Chris Raih of Zambezi Ink.

SBR 01 Mar 2008

Brian Berger — Sat, 01 Mar 2008 20:00:00 +0000

Maury Brown from TheBizofBaseball.com joins us to preview the upcoming Major League Baseball season. From the best and worst offseason player acquisitions to the latest with the sale of the Chicago Cubs and Wrigley Field, we break down the top MLB storylines heading in to the 2008 season. We also catch up with NASCAR driver and hollywood stuntman Stanton Barrett. He currently drives under the primary sponsor NOS Energy Drink. Barrett has also done stunt work in notable movies including Spiderman, Jurassic Park and Mr. and Mrs. Smith.

SBR 23 Feb 2008

Brian Berger — Sat, 23 Feb 2008 20:00:00 +0000

The Best of Sports Business Radio featuring interviews with USC Football Coach Pete Carroll, Arizona Diamondbacks GM Josh Byrnes and IMG Golf VP Mark Steinberg, who serves as the agent for golfers Tiger Woods and Annika Sorenstam.

SBR 16 Feb 2008

Brian Berger — Sat, 16 Feb 2008 20:00:00 +0000

Robert Sarver, Phoenix Suns owner joins us to discuss the overall business of the Suns as well as walk us through conversations that led to the Suns acquiring center Shaquille O'Neal. Paul Swangard, Managing Director of the Warsaw Sports Marketing Center at the University of Oregon gives us a bird's eye view of this weekend's NBA All-Star game from New Orleans. We also offer in depth analysis following this week's Congressional hearings featuring Roger Clemens and Brian McNamee.

SBR 09 Feb 2008

Brian Berger — Sat, 09 Feb 2008 20:00:00 +0000

Ric Bucher, ESPN's NBA Insider joins us to discuss the economics behind the blockbuster trade that sent Shaquille O'Neal to the Phoenix Suns this week. We catch up with Maury Brown from thebusinessofsportsnetwork.com to discuss the top off-season baseball headlines including pitcher Johan Santana's record setting contract with the NY Mets and the pending sale of the Chicago Cubs. We also recap the historic TV ratings and the best and worst commercials from Super Bowl XLII.

SBR 02 Feb 2008

Brian Berger — Sat, 02 Feb 2008 20:00:00 +0000

Denny Galati, VP of Creative Development for Anheuser-Busch joins us to discuss the company's creative efforts for this year's Budweiser and Bud Light commercials within the Super Bowl XLII telecast on FOX. Anheuser-Busch has purchased ad time for 7 spots at a price tag of $2.7M per 30-seconds. We also continue our in-depth look at the business of Super Bowl XLII and discuss everything from the game's economic impact on the host city to the bonuses paid to players on the winning and losing Super Bowl teams.

SBR 26 Jan 2008

Brian Berger — Sat, 26 Jan 2008 20:00:00 +0000

Darren Rovell of CNBC joins us to discuss the big business behind Super Bowl XLII featuring the New England Patriots and New York Giants. G2 Strategic CEO Marshall Glickman stops by for our monthly "Glickman Global" segment where we examine global sports business topics. This month we ask the question whether or not the IOC made a mistake by awarding the 2008 Summer Olympics to Beijing instead of runner-up's Toronto and Paris. We also examine the enormous TV ratings for last weekend's NFL Conference Championships.

SBR 19 Jan 2008

Brian Berger — Sat, 19 Jan 2008 20:00:00 +0000

Mark Steinberg, the agent for icons Tiger Woods and Annika Sorenstam, joins us to discuss the most lucrative male and female golfers of all-time and their businesses and endorsement deals off the golf course. We take an inside look at this week's MLB Congressional hearings which featured MLB Commissioner Bud Selig, MLBPA Director Donald Fehr and Mitchell Report author George Mitchell. We also discuss the NFL's Final Four as well as give you a sneak preview of some of the commercials you can expect to see on Super Bowl Sunday.

SBR 12 Jan 2008

Brian Berger — Sat, 12 Jan 2008 20:00:00 +0000

Greg Oden, Portland Trail Blazers rookie and the top pick in the 2007 NBA Draft joins us to discuss his rehab from knee surgery, his endorsement deals and his off the court interests. Jeff Ma, Co-Founder of Protrade.com stops by to chat about the NFL playoffs as well as the new major motion picture "21", starring Kevin Spacey, Lawrence Fishburne and Kate Bosworth that is based on his true life story of bringing the Las Vegas casinos to their knees by counting cards.

SBR 05 Jan 2008

Brian Berger — Sat, 05 Jan 2008 20:00:00 +0000

Bill Polian, Indianapolis Colts President and 5-time winner of the NFL's Executive of the Year award, joins us to discuss the decade-long run of success the team has enjoyed as well as the new stadium the Colts will move into this fall - Lucas Oil Stadium. We also break down the TV ratings for the historic Pats - Giants triplecast, the college football bowl games and the NHL's Amp Energy Drink Winter Classic.

SBR 29 Dec 2007

Brian Berger — Sat, 29 Dec 2007 20:00:00 +0000

SBR Counts Down the Top 10 Sports Business Stories of 2007. Happy New Year from Sports Business Radio

SBR 22 Dec 2007

Brian Berger — Sat, 22 Dec 2007 20:00:00 +0000

SBR Counts Down the Top 20 Sports Business Stories of 2007. This week we unveil stories 20-11. Merry Christmas from Sports Business Radio

SBR 15 Dec 2007

Brian Berger — Sat, 15 Dec 2007 20:00:00 +0000

Michael Slive, BCS Coordinator and SEC Commissioner joins us to discuss college football's future post-season plans. Gary Planos, Tournament Director for the Mercedes Benz Championship at Kapalua, stops by to preview the PGA's first event of 2008. Linda Choong, Senior VP for the NBA Retail drops in to give us some last minute holiday gift ideas from NBAStore.com. We also examine the Mitchell Report following its release this week as well as the sentencing of NFL star Michael Vick.

SBR 08 Dec 2007

Brian Berger — Sat, 08 Dec 2007 20:00:00 +0000

SBR hands out its year-end "Best" and "Worst" sports business awards. We also discuss the BCS bowl match-ups as well as the economics behind the big MLB trade between the Detroit Tigers and Florida Marlins. G2 Strategic CEO Marshall Glickman joins us for our monthly Glickman Global segment where we discuss international sports business topics.

SBR 01 Dec 2007

Brian Berger — Sat, 01 Dec 2007 20:00:00 +0000

We discuss the Sean Taylor tragedy and how athletes may be forced to rethink their personal security measures with Charles Robinson, Yahoo! Sports NFL reporter. Michael Hiestand, USA Today's Sports TV columnist joins us to discuss the NFL Network's battle with cable companies and the lack of distribution for last Thursday's Packers - Cowboys showdown. We also discuss the legacy of Gatorade founder, the late Dr. Robert Cade.

SBR 24 Nov 2007

Brian Berger — Sat, 24 Nov 2007 20:00:00 +0000

The Best of SBR looks back on conversations with 2-time NBA MVP Steve Nash (Sept 2007), USC Head Football Coach Pete Carroll (Oct. 2007) and Los Angeles Dodgers owner Frank McCourt (Aug. 2007). Happy Thanksgiving 2007.

SBR 17 Nov 2007

Brian Berger — Sat, 17 Nov 2007 20:00:00 +0000

In-depth analysis on Barry Bonds' indictment for perjury and obstruction of justice as well as A-Rod's new 10-year contract with the Yankees. Brian Windhorst, Akron Beacon-Journal beat writer for the Cleveland Cavaliers and author of the new LeBron James book "The Franchise" joins us to discuss highlights of the book and the NBA's most marketable player. We also discuss the enormous Chinese TV audience that tuned in to watch Yao vs Yi.

SBR 10 Nov 2007

Brian Berger — Sat, 10 Nov 2007 20:00:00 +0000

Charles Coplin, NFL Network VP of Programming joins us to discuss the network's upcoming schedule of live NFL games that kick-off on Thanksgiving night, as well as the network's ongoing distribution negotiations with cable companies. Steve Pyeatt from Save Our Sonics stops by to discuss the future of NBA basketball in Seattle and his group's efforts to retain an NBA team for the city that has had a team since 1967.

SBR 03 Nov 2007

Brian Berger — Sat, 03 Nov 2007 19:00:00 +0000

Larry Miller, Portland Trail Blazers President and former President of the JORDAN brand joins us to discuss his vision for the Trail Blazers organization as well as his history over the past decade at Nike. Jeff Ma from PROTRADE.com stops by for his monthly visit and we debate whether or not Alex Rodriguez is worth $30M per season. We also discuss the potential TV ratings for the NFL's epic matchup of undefeated teams, the Colts and the Patriots.

SBR 27 October 2007

Brian Berger — Sat, 27 Oct 2007 19:00:00 +0000

Ric Bucher, ESPN's NBA Insider joins us to discuss the biggest sports business storylines for the league for the upcoming season. We also break down the big business of the 2007 MLB World Series and the NFL's foray into London this weekend with the NY Giants - Miami Dolphins game at Wembley Stadium.

SBR 20 October 2007

Brian Berger — Sat, 20 Oct 2007 19:00:00 +0000

Pete Carroll, USC's Head Football Coach, joins us for a rare one-on-one conversation and an in-depth look at the Trojans' football team. We also examine the inner workings of USC's athletic department and discuss everything from the Trojans' athletic facilities to their lucrative merchandise sales. We also review the sports business headlines of the week which include Joe Torre's departure from the NY Yankees and Tiger Woods' new marketing partnership with Gatorade.

SBR 13 October 2007

Brian Berger — Sat, 13 Oct 2007 19:00:00 +0000

Josh Byrnes, Arizona Diamondbacks GM joins us to discuss how he built an NLCS team with a $52M team payroll - one of the lowest in all of MLB. Marcus Kam from adidas China educates us about the differences between the Chinese consumer and the American consumer as adidas ramps up their efforts in China around the 2008 Summer Olympics in Beijing. We also discuss the fall of the Yankees dynasty, MLB Playoff TV ratings and more bad news for Michael Vick that could have him paying back the Atlanta Falcons to the tune of $20M.

SBR 06 October 2007

Brian Berger — Sat, 06 Oct 2007 19:00:00 +0000

Jeff Moorad, managing partner of the Arizona Diamondbacks joins us to discuss the teams playoff run and his transition from Sports Agent to team management. Marshall Glickman stops by for our monthly Glickman Global segement. We also examine scandals with the New York Knicks and Marion Jones.

SBR 29 September 2007

Brian Berger — Sat, 29 Sep 2007 19:00:00 +0000

Mike Conley Sr., agent for NBA rookies Greg Oden and Mike Conley Jr. stops by to chat about how he became an agent, his relationship with Oden and being a part of Chicago's efforts to land the 2016 Summer Olympics. Jon Wertheim from Sports Illustrated joins us to discuss the DEA's big performance enhancing drug raid this week as well as his new book, "Running the Table: The Legend of Kid Delicious, The Last Great American Pool Hustler". We also examine the ongoing saga with the Seattle Supersonics and their battle with the City of Seattle.

SBR 22 September 2007

Brian Berger — Sat, 22 Sep 2007 19:00:00 +0000

Two-time NBA MVP Steve Nash of the Phoenix Suns joins us for a rare interview to discuss his recent charity basketball game in China as well as the upcoming NBA season. Jeff Ma from PROTRADE.com stops by for his monthly segment and unique perspective on the sports world. We also examine Dale Earnhardt Jr.'s new number 88 car and his sponsor deals with Amp Energy Drink and the Army National Guard.

SBR 15 September 2007

Brian Berger — Sat, 15 Sep 2007 19:00:00 +0000

NBA Commissioner David Stern, Portland Trail Blazers and Seattle Seahawks owner Paul Allen and San Diego Chargers Executive VP and GM AJ. Smith join us on "The Best of Sports Business Radio".

SBR 08 September 2007

Brian Berger — Sat, 08 Sep 2007 19:00:00 +0000

SBR host Brian Berger and Warsaw Sports Marketing Center Managing Director Paul Swangard preview the 2008 Summer Olympics from Beijing China, where they are touring the Olympic facilities and meeting with Olympic organizers and key sponsors.

SBR 01 September 2007

Brian Berger — Sat, 01 Sep 2007 19:00:00 +0000

NCAA President Dr. Myles Brand joins us to discuss the increased spending in college athletics as well as the BCS and the Men's Basketball Final Four. We also examine the Michael Vick apology in our "Caught in the Crosslights" segment. The U.S. Open gets underway in New York and we discuss the big business around the event and the top tennis players.

SBR 25 August 2007

Brian Berger — Sat, 25 Aug 2007 19:00:00 +0000

Lee Corso, of ESPN College Gameday stops by to chat with us about the popular college football road show as well as his involvement with Team Baby Entertainment. Charles Robinson, Yahoo! Sports NFL reporter helps us dissect the Michael Vick guilty plea as well as the fallout for the NFL and the Atlanta Falcons. We also discuss a story we broke this week, Nike Founder Phil Knight's $100M donation to the University of Oregon.

SBR 18 August 2007

Brian Berger — Sat, 18 Aug 2007 19:00:00 +0000

A.J. Smith, San Diego Chargers Executive VP and GM joins us to discuss a busy offseason for his team and the business of being a GM in the NFL. Jeff Ma from Protrade.com stops by to give us his sleepers and busts for the upcoming NFL season. Legal woes continue for former NBA referee Tim Donaghy and Atlanta Falcons QB Michael Vick this week. Tiger Woods wins his 13th Major and then signs on to design his first U.S. golf course.

SBR 11 August 2007

Brian Berger — Sat, 11 Aug 2007 19:00:00 +0000

Kel Devlin, Global Sports Marketing Director for Nike Golf, joins us from the PGA Championship to discuss the tremendous growth of the company over the past decade as well as the company's future plans for marquee endorsers Tiger Woods and Michelle Wie. Lamell McMorris with the World Umpires Association stops by to discuss his union's stance on MLB's request to conduct comprehensive background checks on all umpires in light of the recent Tim Donaghy NBA scandal.

SBR 04 August 2007

Brian Berger — Sat, 04 Aug 2007 19:00:00 +0000

Los Angeles Dodgers Owner Frank McCourt joins us to discuss the team's new Think Cure charitable initiative as well as the business philosophies for one of the most iconic franchises in sports. We mark the 12-month countdown until the 2008 Summer Olympics in Beijing with China Daily News reporter Charlie Shifflet who joins us from the host city to update us on the city's preparations as well as which American corporations and athletes have the biggest presence in Beijing

SBR 28 July 2007

Brian Berger — Sat, 28 Jul 2007 19:00:00 +0000

Ric Bucher, ESPN's NBA reporter joins us to discuss the Tim Donaghy gambling scandal and its impact on the NBA. Charles Robinson, Yahoo! Sports NFL reporter joins us from Atlanta to break down the Mike Vick federal dogfighting probe. We also take a look at the Barry Bonds - Bud Selig relationship during Bonds' pursuit of the all-time HR record as well as the doping scandals that continue to rock the Tour de France.

SBR 21 July 2007

Brian Berger — Sat, 21 Jul 2007 19:00:00 +0000

Christine Brennan, USA Today columnist joins us from Carnoustie Golf Links in Scotland, site of the 2007 British Open. Jeff Ma, VP of Research for PROTRADE.com stops by to chat with us about the online sports stock market and his new movie - 21 - based on the book Bringing Down the House, where he and fellow MIT students and alums took Las Vegas for millions of dollars by crunching numbers and beating the system. We also look at the business impact of the Mike Vick dogfighting probe.

SBR 14 July 2007

Brian Berger — Sat, 14 Jul 2007 19:00:00 +0000

Gavin Maloof, Co-Owner of the Sacramento Kings and the Palms hotel and casino in Las Vegas stops by and updates us on the latest developments regarding funding a new arena in Sacramento. G2 Strategic CEO Marshall Glickman joins us for our monthly Glickman Global segment - this month we discuss the merits of American sports leagues taking their brands abroad. BONUS segment - new Portland Trail Blazers forward Channing Frye's stops by the ESPN Zone to visit with us in Las Vegas.

SBR 07 July 2007

Brian Berger — Sat, 07 Jul 2007 19:00:00 +0000

Maury Brown with the BizofBaseball.com stops by to discuss the best and worst returns on investment for the first half of the MLB season. Tim Canfield, Managing Partner of Downstream enters the Technology Lab to chat with us about his company's design and technology firm - ONE UP Sports - which is enhancing the experiences of teams and fans across the country. Sochi, Russia is awarded the 2014 Winter Olympics and Tiger Woods is the host with the most at the inaugural AT&T National in DC.

SBR 30 June 2007

Brian Berger — Sat, 30 Jun 2007 19:00:00 +0000

Kevin Pritchard, the GM of the Portland Trail Blazers joins us to discuss the team's selection of Greg Oden with the number one pick in this week's NBA Draft. Seattle Supersonics star Kevin Durant discusses his desire for an affordable signature shoe. Durant's agent Aaron Goodwin joins us to discuss Durant's marketing potential. Ilana Kloss, the Commissioner of World Team Tennis drops by to chat with us.

SBR 23 June 2007

Brian Berger — Sat, 23 Jun 2007 19:00:00 +0000

Paul Allen, the co-founder of Microsoft and the Chairman of the NBA's Portland Trail Blazers and NFL's Seattle Seahawks joins us for a rare interview. Ric Bucher, ESPN's NBA Insider stops by to discuss the ongoing Kobe Bryant - Los Angeles Lakers saga as well as help us preview the 2007 NBA Draft. We also examine the upcoming Jason Giambi - George Mitchell meeting as well as discuss the possibility of a lifetime ban for NFL bad boy Pacman Jones.

SBR 16 June 2007

Brian Berger — Sat, 16 Jun 2007 19:00:00 +0000

Bill Sanders, the VP of Marketing for BDA Sports stops by to discuss the marketing potential for Greg Oden, a BDA client and the likely #1 pick in the upcoming NBA Draft. We also discuss the marketing efforts for Sanders' other NBA clients including Steve Nash, Yao Ming and Carmelo Anthony. Michael Hiestand, the Sports TV columnist from USA Today joins us to discuss the decline of sports on TV. From the NBA Finals to the Stanley Cup Finals to the World Series, there's an alarming trend of historically low TV ratings developing.

SBR 09 June 2007

Brian Berger — Sat, 09 Jun 2007 19:00:00 +0000

Dan Gilbert, Majority Owner of the Cleveland Cavaliers and Founder of Quicken Loans stops by as his NBA team plays in its first-ever NBA Finals. Marshall Glickman, CEO of G2 Strategic joins us for this month's installment of "Glickman Global" and we examine the rash of North American owners who are investing in European sports franchises. We also examine the incredible legacy of NASCAR patriarch Bill France Jr. and review the historically low TV ratings from the 2007 NHL Stanley Cup Finals.

SBR 26 May 2007

Brian Berger — Sat, 26 May 2007 19:00:00 +0000

Kevin Pritchard, Portland Trail Blazers GM and owner of the number one pick in the June NBA Draft, joins us after winning the NBA Draft lottery earlier this week. Tanith Belbin, figure skater, TV correspondent and ESPN's 2006 Hottest Female Athlete stops by the SBR studios to pay us a visit. BONUS interview with Mike Golub, Portland Trail Blazers Executive VP of Business Operations, joins us to discuss the economic impact of winning the NBA Draft lottery and having the opportunity to draft basketball superstars Greg Oden or Kevin Durant.

SBR 19 May 2007

Brian Berger — Sat, 19 May 2007 19:00:00 +0000

ESPN NBA Reporter Ric Bucher joins us to discuss the NBA Playoffs and the controversial decision by the NBA league office to suspend two Phoenix Suns players. We also chat with Mike Kogan from the Fighting Entertainment Group about the business of Mixed Martial Arts, better known as MMA. MLB changes the dates for the 2007 World Series and DEI and Dale Earnhardt Jr. are fined by NASCAR.

SBR 12 May 2007

Brian Berger — Sat, 12 May 2007 19:00:00 +0000

Robert Rowell, the President of the NBA's Golden State Warriors joins us to discuss the team's stunning playoff success and what the organization is doing to capitalize on the exciting run. In headlines we discuss Dale Earnhardt Jr's departure from DEI and Roger Clemens'lucrative deal with the NY Yankees. Glickman Global examines the state of pro tennis.

SBR 28 April 2007

Brian Berger — Sat, 28 Apr 2007 19:00:00 +0000

Chris Raih, Managing Director of Zamabezi Ink, the Marketing Agency for Kobe Bryant joins us to discuss the branding efforts for the LA Lakers superstar. Chris Robinson, Yahoo! Sports NFL Reporter joins us to discuss the economics of the NFL Draft, ranging from team salary caps to potential rookie salaries. We also give you the latest TV ratings for the NBA Playoffs and update you on the Dale Earnhardt Inc negotiations with Dale Earnhardt Jr.

SBR 21 April 2007

Brian Berger — Sat, 21 Apr 2007 19:00:00 +0000

Tonya Antonucci with the Women's Soccer Initiative joins us to discuss the rebirth of women's pro soccer in the U.S. Dan Masonson, NFL Director of Marketing Communications stops by to help us preview the 2007 NFL Draft. We examine the many different ways the sports world is paying its respects to Virginia Tech after the university's horrific tragedy this past week.

SBR 14 April 2007

Brian Berger — Sat, 14 Apr 2007 19:00:00 +0000

NBA Commissioner David Stern joins us to discuss the league's growth in China as well as update us on the business situations for several teams around the league including the Sacramento Kings, New Orleans Hornets, Seattle Supersonics and Portland Trail Blazers. Commissioner Stern also discusses the failed NBA composite game ball as well as global warming. G2 Strategic CEO Marshall Glickman joins us for our monthly "Glickman Global" segment where we discuss a global sports business topic. Finally, we recap The Masters for 2007.

SBR 07 April 2007

Brian Berger — Sat, 07 Apr 2007 19:00:00 +0000

Larry Baer, SF Giants General Partner and Executive VP joins us to discuss the business of the MLB team - including Barry Bonds' historic home run chase, the signing of free agent pitcher Barry Zito and AT and T Park playing host to the 2007 MLB All-Star game. We also recap the NCAA Basketball Final Four and take a look inside the business of The Masters.

SBR 31 March 2007

Brian Berger — Sat, 31 Mar 2007 19:00:00 +0000

The Best of SBR with NCAA President Dr. Myles Brand, Sacramento Kings Co-Owner Gavin Maloof and tennis star Maria Sharapova's agent Max Eisenbud from IMG. Enjoy three of the most insightful SBR guest conversations from the past 6 months.

SBR 24 March 2007

Brian Berger — Sat, 24 Mar 2007 19:00:00 +0000

Greg Shaheen, Sr. VP of Basketball and Business Strategies for the NCAA joins us to discuss the Division I Men's Basketball Championships and NIT, both events he oversees for the NCAA. Paul Swangard from the Warsaw Sports Marketing Center stops by to discuss and debate Sports Business Daily's recently released "Most Marketable Athlete" list. We also look at the marketability of Kobe Bryant in China and his future bargaining power as an endorser.

SBR 17 March 2007

Brian Berger — Sat, 17 Mar 2007 19:00:00 +0000

Christine Brennan of USA Today joins us to disucss how the 2008 Bejing Olympics may shine the spotlight on the unfair Chinese labor laws that currently exist in the country. Maury Brown of BizofBaseball.com joins us to discuss the MLB Extra Innings deal as well as which MLB teams have new stadiums on the horizon. And we examine the business side of March Madness.

SBR 10 March 2007

Brian Berger — Sat, 10 Mar 2007 20:00:00 +0000

Mike Dee - President, Fenway Sports Group joins us to discuss the growth of the Red Sox - Fenway brand via Japanese pitcher Daisuke Matsuzaka and NASCAR race team Fenway Roush Racing. Pete Tiernan - Bracketscience.com, Marshall Glickman - Glickman Global discusses the Global Sports Bettting landscape

SBR 03 March 2007

Brian Berger — Sat, 03 Mar 2007 20:00:00 +0000

Lance Williams, the SF Chronicle reporter and "Game of Shadows" Co-Author joins us to discuss performance enhancing drugs in sports. Williams blew the cover off the BALCO drug scandal and recently avoided serving prison time when the source who leaked he and Co-Author Mark Fainaru-Wada grand jury testimony was revealed. Michael Gilleran, the Commissioner of the West Coast Conference also joins us.

SBR 24 February 2007

Brian Berger — Sat, 24 Feb 2007 20:00:00 +0000

Dick Hoyt, the incredible 66-year old Iron Man father who has competed in over 950 marathons and triathlons around the world with his 45-year old disabled son Rick joins us to share his inspirational story. Paul Swangard from the Warsaw Sports Marketing Center joins us to recap NBA All-Star weekend. What the satellite radio merger between Sirius and XM means to the sports world and consumers.

SBR 17 February 2007

Brian Berger — Sat, 17 Feb 2007 20:00:00 +0000

Eric Liedtke, adidas Global VP of Marketing and Ric Bucher, ESPN's NBA reporter, join us from the 2007 NBA All-Star game in Las Vegas. We also break down the historic fines handed out in NASCAR prior to the Daytona 500 this week as well as the proposed sale of the Atlanta Braves by Time Warner to Liberty Media.

SBR 10 February 2007

Brian Berger — Sat, 10 Feb 2007 20:00:00 +0000

Dale Murphy, former MLB 2-time MVP with the Atlanta Braves joins us to discuss the launch of his iWon'tCheat Foundation. Super Bowl XLI Recap. We debut a new monthly segment focusing on global sports business topics - "Glickman Global".

SBR 03 February 2007

Brian Berger — Sat, 03 Feb 2007 20:00:00 +0000

Los Angeles Dodgers GM Ned Colletti joins us to discuss the Dodgers and the busy offseason in MLB. We preview the top commercials to look for in Super Bowl XLI. Breaking down Barry Bonds' complicated contract with the SF Giants.

SBR 27 January 2007

Brian Berger — Sat, 27 Jan 2007 20:00:00 +0000

Rodney Knox from Nike drops by to take us behind the scenes of the company's multi-million dollar campaign for the Air Force 1 25th Anniversary - featuring the likes of LeBron James, Kobe Bryant and Steve Nash. What does a Bears vs Colts Super Bowl matchup mean to the South Florida economy? DirecTV inks exclusive deals with MLB and March Madness.

SBR 20 January 2007

Brian Berger — Sat, 20 Jan 2007 20:00:00 +0000

Michael Kelly, President of the Super Bowl XLI Organizing Committee joins us and takes us behind the scenes with the planning efforts for the NFL's biggest game of the year. Atlanta Falcons QB Michael Vick "Caught in the Crosslights". Compelling NFL Conference Championships for CBS and FOX.

SBR 13 January 2007

Brian Berger — Sat, 13 Jan 2007 20:00:00 +0000

Phoenix Suns Owner Robert Sarver joins us on this week's edition of SBR. Warsaw Sports Marketing Center Managing Director Paul Swangard also stops by. David Beckham is Coming to America to play for the MLS' LA Galaxy.

SBR 06 January 2007

Brian Berger — Sat, 06 Jan 2007 20:00:00 +0000

Michael Slive, SEC Commissioner and BCS Coordinator joins us to discuss the Bowl Championship Series and the SE Conference - one of the most powerful and lucrative conferences in all of college sports. We also discuss the many coaching changes in college and pro football.

SBR 30 December 2006

Brian Berger — Sat, 30 Dec 2006 20:00:00 +0000

SBR counts down its Top 10 sports business stories of 2006. Happy New Year!

SBR 23 December 2006

Brian Berger — Sat, 23 Dec 2006 20:00:00 +0000

SBR counts down its Top 20 sports business stories of 2006. These week we focus on stories 20 through 11. Tune in next week for our top 10 stories of 2006.

SBR 16 December 2006

Brian Berger — Sat, 16 Dec 2006 20:00:00 +0000

Jim Delaney, Commissioner of the Big Ten Conference stops by. Nike Golf Re-Signs Tiger Woods. NBA goes back to leather game ball. Red Sox sign Japanese P Matsuzaka and plot strategy for attracting more Asian fans.

SBR 18 November 2006

Brian Berger — Sat, 18 Nov 2006 20:00:00 +0000

Dr. Myles Brand, the President of the NCAA joins us to discuss the multi-billion dollar college sports industry. Charles Coplin, VP of Programming for the NFL Network stops by to tell us about the network's first ever regular season game broadcast on Thanksgiving night.

SBR 04 November 2006

Brian Berger — Sat, 04 Nov 2006 20:00:00 +0000

Nike Basketball Sr. Director Lynn Merritt takes us inside "The Lebron's" campaign to launch the Air Zoom LeBron IV shoe. NBA vet Brian Grant discusses the transition from pro athlete to retirement. We reflect on the legacy of the late Red Auerbach.