In this week’s openers, the crew sorts out an update on Leo Messi and his contract status, comments on a newly formed college basketball parents association, and then briefly talks about the recent Clemson/FSU non-game. In top stories, Anand covers the churn that’s building due to the heavy club soccer schedule, Mike discusses the financial realities of finishing the college basketball season and then Vlad wraps up top stories with a discussion about NBA roster formation with a scientific look a...
Nov 27, 2020•1 hr 3 min•Ep. 13
The Pod On Point crew warms up to start this week’s episode with a couple of quick takes including Wichita State’s shocking settlement, NBA free agency, and the prospects for the 2021 Summer Olympics in Tokyo. Next up, Philip Walter joins Vlad, Mike and Anand in a fantastic chat about the gaming industry, his company GAMERS ACADEMY , making gamers smarter as they tackle games like EA Sports FIFA21, and his perspectives on the future for the hyper-growth gaming space. Closing the episode with the...
Nov 20, 2020•54 min•Ep. 12
In this week’s openers, Mike begins with the scoop on Top Golf’s sale to Callaway. Anand weighs in with a look at a first time Fall Master’s and the tour’s new phenom, Bryson DeChambeau. In top stories, Vlad talks about the now omnipresent availability of sports gambling across the US and compares notes with Anand on how the landscape may change over the coming years. Anand then details the rapidly changing sports viewership landscape that has both US and global impacts. Closing with their stand...
Nov 14, 2020•1 hr 10 min•Ep. 11
Brian Kopp, Partner and Group CEO of Phoenix Sports Partners , joins this week’s show to talk about the inner workings of the sports analytics industry. Brian details which leagues are leading the pack, how teams employ people and data to gain an edge, and provides numerous insider angles to this burgeoning space. Kicking off the opening segment of the show, Vlad takes us through Russell Wilson’s broad performance team that helps keep him in year-round tip-top shape. Mike highlights several comp...
Nov 06, 2020•1 hr 14 min•Ep. 10
Sport Attorney Gregg Clifton joins the show to discuss the legal issues, political landscape, and the impacts to all stakeholders in the rapidly evolving Name, Image, and Likeness space for NCAA athletes. In this week’s Speed Round, MIke opens with the NCAA’s push to retain their murky definition of amateurism by appealing to the Supreme Court to hear their case. Next up, Vlad surfaces a study by 4 Big 10 professors that analyze the rapidly rising sports-related revenues at big-time universities...
Oct 30, 2020•1 hr 9 min•Ep. 9
Georgetown University Men’s Soccer Head Coach Brian Wiese join’s Vlad and Mike this week to discuss the state of his program, defending their national title in their now spring title-defense season, and Brian’s take on the state of US Soccer. In this week’s Speed Round, Mike opens with details on the cutting-edge naming rights deal signed by Kroenke Sports for the newly named Ball Arena in Denver. Next up, Vlad highlights a number of marketing initiatives by LaLiga with their innovative watch pa...
Oct 23, 2020•1 hr 9 min•Ep. 8
Richard Brand is one of THE pre-eminent players in the sports venues naming rights field as expert counsel leading deals for the last several decades. As the Managing Partner for Arent Fox’s San Francisco office (and head of their Sports group), Rich has led naming rights and sports-related deals spanning all major US sports for both professional and collegiate venues. Vlad and Mike have a great chat with Rich and much more on this week’s episode of the Pod On Point Podcast. In this week’s speed...
Oct 09, 2020•1 hr•Ep. 7
In Episode 6’s Speed Round, Vlad and Mike talk about the NCAA’s upcoming vote on school’s eligibility for the 2020 Bowl season and the notable move of many US Women’s soccer stars to the English Premier League. In this week’s Top Stories, Vlad and Mike take another look at the ongoing developments with Name, Image, and Likeness including how Congress has officially waded into the waters. Next, Vlad discusses the youth movement in global cycling and wonders what it will take for the US audience t...
Oct 02, 2020•47 min•Ep. 6
In Episode 5’s Speed Round, Vlad and Mike briefly cover out-of-date regulations in sports leagues, the ascension of the Denver Nuggets, and LeBron’s 2nd place MVP finish. In Top Stories, Mike tackles sports gambling’s accelerating prominence across the US sports landscape and wonders the impact on young athletes and fans. Next, Mike takes a look at the newly dubbed connected fitness industry with Vlad spotlighting Apple’s Fitness+ offering. In their last top story, Vlad and Mike dig into how men...
Sep 25, 2020•43 min•Ep. 5
In this week’s Speed Round, Vlad wonders if the Houston Rockets can recover from the many fractures that have emerged. Next, Mike highlights the evolving coverage of the gaming industry by the business beats. Last, Vlad provides an update on how the University of Washington’s Athletic Department is handling their financial constraints. In Top Stories, Mike opens with a spotlight on how Power 5 NCAA schools are using Name, Image, & Likeness in their recruiting pitches. Vlad closes Top Stories...
Sep 18, 2020•53 min•Ep. 4
In the Speed Round section of this week’s episode, Vlad opens briefly with a recap of Messi’s decision and A-Rod’s continued fuming on his lost Met’s bid. Next Mike quickly covers several new stories including the Chicago Cubs $100MM partnership with DraftKings and the use of technology at this year’s US Open. In their Top Stories section, Vlad takes a deeper look into the NCAA’s furloughing of their support staff at headquarters(1). Next, Mike digs into how the bifurcated college football seaso...
Sep 11, 2020•52 min•Ep. 3
In the Speed Round section of this week’s episode, Vlad and Mike open briefly with a look at new developments on topics from Episode 1 (J-Rod Mets Bid and Big 10 Football Parents). Next Mike quickly covers a few stories including the bubble at the Tour De France, BitKraft Ventures eSports Fund, and the potential reclassification of Fantasy Sports. Closing the Speed Round on a somber note, Vlad covers the notable passing of three prominent basketball figures (including his old coach, John Thompso...
Sep 04, 2020•54 min•Ep. 2
In the debut episode of their Pod On Point Show, Vlad Bosanac and Mike McPhie introduce a new podcast with a focus on sports, business, and the business of sport. As longtime friends, businessmen, Dad’s, and former athletes, Vlad and Mike provide their spin and analysis on interesting sports stories from across the globe. In the Speed Round section of the episode, Vlad and Mike talk about Roger Goodell’s recent statement about Colin Kapernick and also talk about Playoff Luka and the ups and down...
Aug 28, 2020•46 min•Ep. 1
