The (Missed) Caitlin Clark Opportunity
Episode description
00:00 Welcome to the Fanalytics Podcast
00:11 The WNBA: A Mixed Story
00:36 The Importance of the WNBA in 2024
01:21 Challenges and Media Coverage
02:33 Fandom and Financial Concerns
03:50 Key Questions About the WNBA
05:26 The Caitlin Clark Effect
06:12 Social Justice vs. Sports League
17:50 Media Attention and Marketing Challenges
19:05 Olympic Snub and NBA Frustrations
20:54 Rivalry and League Dynamics
21:44 Megan Rapinoe's Controversy
23:07 WNBA's Business and Fandom
25:39 International Potential and Challenges
26:42 Fandom Politics and Future Directions
31:20 Concluding Thoughts and Future Topics
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