Sports Business Classroom Audio Experience
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About
The goal of Sports Business Classroom Audio Experience is to share inspiring stories featuring the journeys of successful sports business professionals and to give you the strategies and know-how to help you further your career in sports!
Episodes
- Colleen Finney | Introducing Our New SBC Alumni Host (EP.127)
SBC Audio Experience is back with a brand new episode of our “SBC Alumni Takeover Series,” featuring Colleen as she steps into the host chair and shares her powerful journey from student to sports business professional.In this episode, Col…
- How NBA Front Offices Approach the Offseason | Bobby Marks, Tommy Sheppard & Ryan McDonough (EP.126)
SBC Audio Experience is back with a brand new episode featuring Bobby Marks, Tommy Sheppard, and Ryan McDonough. In this episode, they break down how NBA front offices operate behind the scenes, especially as teams shift their focus from t…
- SBC Connections That Last | Nate Verstagen & Brandon Mitchell (EP.125)
SBC Audio Experience is back with a brand new episode of our “SBC Alumni Takeover Series," with new host Jazmine Thomas! In today’s episode, she sits down with Nate Verstagen and Brandon Mitchell on how their SBC experience propelled them…
- Inside the Making of 20 Years of Summer League | Scott, Gilmer & Denis Reflect on the Journey (EP. 124)
In this episode of the Sports Business Classroom Audio Experience, alumni host Alex Cocoros sits down with Jonathan Scott, Michaela Gilmer, and Peter Denis, the creative team behind 20 Years of Summer League, a powerful documentary that ce…
- Gotham Chopra | Co-founder of Religion of Sports | Acclaimed Filmmaker and Storyteller (EP.123)
In this episode of the Sports Business Classroom Audio Experience, VSL alum Alex Cocoros sits down with Gotham Chopra, Emmy-nominated filmmaker and creative force behind Man in the Arena with Serena Williams. Growing up immersed in Boston…
- Tommy Sheppard | Executive Leadership Coach & Former Washington Wizards President | Lead with Purpose (EP.122)
Today’s episode of the Sports Business Classroom Audio Experience is hosted by Head of Marketing at NBA Summer League, Sergio Millas, who sits down with former Wizards President and executive leadership coach to discuss what makes a great…
- Hoops of Heritage | Kaylee Smith & Peter Pan | Filmmaking & Summer League Film Festival Insights (EP.121)
Today’s episode of the Sports Business Classroom Audio Experience is hosted by VSL alumni Alex Cocoros, who sits down with filmmakers Peter Pan and Kaylee Smith to discuss their documentary, Hoops of Heritage. Kaylee, a VSL alumni, and Pet…
- Business of Basketball Immersive Q&A | Bobby Marks & Eric Pincus | SBC Webinar Insights (EP.120)
Today’s episode of the Sports Business Classroom Audio Experience is from a previously recorded webinar on “Business of Basketball Immersive Experience” hosted by Eric Pincus and Bobby Marks. Throughout the webinar, they discuss the ins an…
- Gaia Accoto | Sports Reporter & Content Creator at Sky Italia | Covering Basketball on a Global Stage (EP.119)
In this episode of the SBC Audio Experience, host Riley Sager sits down with Gaia Accoto, a sports media professional who has built an impressive career as a reporter & a host. As a World Feed Reporter for EuroLeague and Sky Sport, Gaia ha…
- Joe Vardon | Senior NBA Writer at The Athletic | Covering the NBA’s Biggest Stories (EP.118)
In this episode of the SBC Audio Experience, host Alex Cocoros sits down with Joe Vardon, a seasoned NBA journalist with over two decades of experience, currently serving as a Senior NBA Writer for The Athletic. Known for his deep storytel…
- How Teams Approach the NBA Trade Deadline | Bobby Marks | Eric Pincus (EP.117)
This episode of the Sports Business Classroom Audio Experience is from a previously recorded webinar on “How Teams Approach the NBA Trade Deadline” hosted by Bobby Marks and Eric Pincus. Throughout the webinar, they discuss the ins and out…
- Joakim Noah | 2x NCAA Champion, 2x NBA All-Star, 2014 Defensive Player of the Year | The Global Impact of Basketball (EP.116)
I n this episode of the SBC Audio Experience, alumni host Alex Cocoros sits down with Joakim Noah, a two-time NCAA Champion with the University of Florida, two-time NBA All-Star, and the 2014 Defensive Player of the Year. Known for his rel…
- Katie Heindl | SBC Instructor, Award-winning writer, journalist, columnist, & copywriter | Stories Beyond the Court (EP. 115)
In this episode of the SBC Audio Experience, alumni host Alex Cocoros sits down with SBC Instructor and credentialed NBA journalist Katie Heindl, whose work has been featured in The New York Times Magazine, Rolling Stone, SLAM, The Athleti…
- Quinlan Corrigan | Communications Coordinator for the LA Clippers | Where Media Meets Basketball (EP.114)
In this episode of the SBC Audio Experience, host Riley Sager sits down with #VSL alum Quinlan Corrigan, who has turned her Vegas Summer League experience into a thriving career in NBA communications. As the Communications Coordinator for…
- Buddy Scott | Director of Salary Cap and Basketball Strategy for the Boston Celtics | Strategizing for Success on and off the Court (EP.113)
Welcome back to another exciting episode of the SBC Audio Experience! This week, Riley Sager sits down with Buddy Scott, Director of Salary Cap and Basketball Strategy for the Boston Celtics and proud VSL and SBC Alumni, to discuss his jou…
- Devin Dismang | Director of Digital & Content at X Games | Transforming Athlete Moments into Compelling Stories (EP.112)
Welcome back to another exciting episode of the SBC Audio Experience! This week, Riley Sager sits down with Devin Dismang, the Director of Digital & Content at X Games, to dive into his journey as a content creator and live event producer.…
- Simon Cherin-Gordon | Social Content Manager at NBA | Building the NBA's Digital Presence (EP.111)
Welcome back to another exciting episode of the SBC Audio Experience! This week, Riley Sager sits down with Simon Cherin-Gordon, the NBA’s Manager of Social Content, to explore his journey and the creative strategies behind managing one of…
- Zion Atwater | Utah Jazz Video Producer | Crafting Stories in Sports (EP.110)
Welcome back to another episode of the SBC Audio Experience! We’re thrilled to feature Zion Atwater, a talented Video Production Intern with the Utah Jazz & Utah Hockey Club, and a rising star in the sports media industry. A proud VSL alum…
- Erica Brunson | Client & Marketing Services at CAA | Building a Career in Sports & Giving Back Through Philanthropy (EP.109)
Welcome back to the SBC Audio Experience! Today, we're excited to feature #SBCAlumni Erica Brunson, a Client & Marketing Services professional at Creative Artists Agency (CAA) . Erica graduated from Villanova University in 2023 with a degr…
- Joel Garcia | Director of Player Development & Video for the Westchester Knicks | Elevating Player Performance and Professional Success (EP.
Welcome back to another episode of the SBC Audio Experience! Today, we are excited to feature Joel Garcia, a dynamic VSL Alumni and the Director of Player Development for the Westchester Knicks. Joel's journey in the sports world is a test…
- Mohamed Haji | Assistant of the Bahrain National Team Chairman | Building a Basketball Legacy (EP.107)
Welcome to episode 107 of Sports Business Classroom Audio Experience. In today’s episode, alumni host Riley Sager, sits down with 2024 SBC Alumni Mohamed Haji. A remarkable 23-year-old SBC Alumni from Bahrain who is making a major impact i…
- Bobby Marks, Eric Pincus & Steven Alves | NBA Rookie/Veteran Extensions & Final Roster Decisions (Ep. 106)
This episode of the Sports Business Classroom Audio Experience is from a previously recorded webinar on “Rookie/Veteran Extensions & Final Roster Decisions” hosted by Bobby Marks (SBC Lead Instructor & ESPN Front Office Insider ), Eric Pin…
- Valentina Mattioli | Travel Operations Project Manager | VSL Alumni Takes on the 2024 Paris Olympics (EP.105)
In today’s episode of the Sports Business Audio Experience, we’re thrilled to sit down with Valentina Mattioli, Travel Operations Project Manager for the Paris 2024 Olympics & Paralympics. Valentina's journey in sports has been nothing sho…
- J.A. Adande | Hall of Fame Sportswriter & SBC Instructor | Elevating the Game (EP.104)
In this special episode of the SBC Audio Experience, host Riley Sager sits down with Hall of Fame Sportswriter J.A. Adande, who was recently added to the lineup of instructors for the 2024 Sports Business Classroom Business of Basketball I…
- Justin Termine | Voice of NBA Today on SiriusXM NBA Radio | Path to Broadcasting Excellence (EP. 103)
Welcome to episode 103 of the Sports Business Classroom Audio Experience podcast, where we dive into the world of sports media and broadcasting with Justin Termine, the esteemed voice of NBA Today on SiriusXM NBA Radio. Broadcasting live f…
- Steve Jones Jr. | SBC Instructor, Podcast Host, & Former Player Development Assistant Coach for the Brooklyn Nets | Coaching, Coordination,
Today’s guest is SBC Instructor, Podcast Host, and Former Player Development Assistant Coach for the Brooklyn Nets, Steve Jones Jr.. Steve is the son of basketball legend Steve “Snapper” Jones and has been surrounded by basketball his enti…
- Steven Alves | SBC Instructor & NBA Front Office Insider Consultant: Analytical Approach in Basketball (EP. 101)
Today’s guest is SBC Instructor and NBA Front Office Insider Consultant Steven Alves. Steven is skilled in Analytical Skills and statistical Data Analysis, with a Master's Degree in Sports Management, from California State University, Long…
- How Teams Navigate the NBA Trade Deadline with Bobby Marks and Eric Pincus (EP 100)
This episode of the Sports Business Classroom Audio Experience is from a previously recorded webinar on “How Teams Navigate the NBA Trade Deadline” hosted by Bobby Marks and Eric Pincus. Throughout the webinar, they discuss the ins and out…
- Bobby Marks | ESPN NBA Front Office Insider | Trade Talk, Childhood Dreams, & Career Climbs (EP 99)
In this episode of the Sports Business Classroom Audio Experience , new series host Riley Sager is joined by SBC Lead Instructor, Bobby Marks. Marks is ESPN’s NBA Front Office Insider and in his new role with SBC, Bobby is enhancing SBC’s…
- Brittni Donaldson | Atlanta Hawks | Communicating Analytics to Players (EP 98)
In the 4th and final installment of Howard Beck's Understanding Analytics Series, we have the privilege of sitting down with the accomplished Brittni Donaldson. Brittni is an assistant coach for the Atlanta Hawks of the NBA, known for her…
- Ben Taylor | Author and Podcaster of Thinking Basketball | NBA Data and Analytics (EP 97)
In this episode of Sports Business Classroom Audio Experience “Professional Series,” host Howard Beck is joined by Ben Taylor, author of Thinking Basketball, host of the Thinking Basketball podcast. In this episode, Howard and Ben discuss:…
- Cory Jez | On-Air Statistical Analyst | Data Never Lies (EP 96)
Sports Business Classroom Audio Experience “Professional Series” host Howard Beck is joined by Cory Jez, On Air Analyst for the Portland Trail Blazers. Cory worked as the first and only full-time on-air stats analyst for the team, joining…
- Jackson Webber | Co-Founder of PinoyPlug | Making Connections (EP 95)
In this episode of the Sports Business Classroom Audio Experience “SBC Alumni Takeover” series, host Alicia Solomon is joined by the Co-founder of PinoyPlug, Jackson Webber. PinoyPlug is an entrepreneurial journey that Jackson and his part…
- Kevin Pelton | NBA and WNBA Writer for ESPN | Breaking Down the Analytics (EP 94)
Sports Business Classroom Audio Experience is back with a brand new “Professional Series” hosted by Howard Beck. Howard (previously with Sports Illustrated, Bleacher Report, NY Times) is joined by ESPN writer Kevin Pelton. Kevin brings adv…
- Ruben Barraza | Founder/Designer at MajorWavezLab | Finding Your Passion (EP 93)
Sports Business Classroom Audio Experience is back with another episode of our “SBC Alumni Takeover Series," and this time we have a new host, SBC Alum Alicia Solomon! Alicia is joined by MajorWavez Lab founder & designer, Ruben Barraza. R…
- Jay Vickers | Chief Operating Officer for Sports Innovation at UNLV | Always Being Present (EP 92)
On this episode of the Sports Business Classroom Audio Experience “Alumni Takeover” series, host Arthur McKibben is joined by Chief Operating Officer for UNLV’s Sports Innovation Initiative, Jay Vickers. Vickers, is a senior leader with mo…
- Rick Paulsen | President of Victory Everyday | 10 Steps to Success (EP 91)
On this episode of the Sports Business Classroom Audio Experience “Alumni Takeover” series, host Arthur McKibben is joined by the President of Victory Everyday, Rick Paulsen. Rick was a legendary student-athlete who made his mark as a star…
- How Stats Inform and Distort The NBA Awards Debate with Howard Beck and Seth Partnow (EP 90)
This episode of the Sports Business Classroom Audio Experience is from a previously recorded webinar on “How Stats Inform and Distort the NBA Awards Debate“ hosted by Howard Beck (previously with Sports Illustrated, Bleacher Report, NY Tim…
- An Inside Look at the New Changes to the NBA with Bobby Marks and Larry Coon (EP 89)
Welcome back to the Sports Business Classroom Audio Experience! Our host for today is GM of Sports Business Classroom and CBA expert, Larry Coon. Larry is joined by NBA Front Office writer for ESPN, Bobby Marks. Join us today as we dive in…
- Darrell Miller | VP of Youth Development at MLB | Going Above and Beyond (EP 88)
In this episode of the SBC Audio Experience Arthur sits down with Darrell Miller: former MLB Player, current Vice President of Youth and Facility Development at the MLB, and the first African American Catholic Deacon in Orange County, CA.…
- Marni Colbert | Director of Operations at the NBA Summer League | Getting It Done (EP 87)
Sports Business Classroom Audio Experience is back with another "SBC Alumni Takeover" series, this time with our new host and SBC alum Arthur McKibben. Arthur attended the Business of Basketball Immersive Experience in 2022 as a Scouting,…
- Talyah Polee | Sports Psychology | Your Mission,Vision, and Purpose (EP 86)
In this episode of the Sports Business Classroom Audio Experience: Women in Sports series, host Kate Foley sits down with Vegas Summer League (VSL) Alumni, Licensed Marriage & Family Therapist, and DSW Candidate Talyah Polee. Talyah comple…
- Changes to the CBA with Larry Coon (EP 85)
We have a special episode of the Sports Business Classroom Audio Experience podcast, joined by guest host Dave DuFour, SBC alum and current Host/Producer at The Athletic. Dave sits with Larry Coon, SBC GM & CBA Expert, to dive in and discu…
- Ericka Hill | Atlanta Hawks | Gaining Experience (EP. 84)
In this episode of the Sports Business Classroom Audio Experience: Women in Sports series, host Kate Foley sits down with the Director of Player Engagement for the Atlanta Hawks, Ericka Hill. Ericka has worked in various roles in the sport…
- Eric Hirschbein-Bodnar | Ocean State Waves and Octagon Baseball | Swiss Army Knife (EP 83)
Sports Business Classroom Audio Experience is back with another episode of our “SBC Alumni Takeover Series” with Andrew Crookes. In this episode, we had the pleasure of speaking with Eric Hirshbein-Bodnar, Octagon Baseball agent & Owner/Pr…
- Ashley Cox | Professional Athlete Manager | Setting Boundaries (EP 82)
In this episode of the Sports Business Classroom Audio Experience: Women in Sports series, host Kate Foley sits down with Ashley Cox, Professional Athlete Manager. Ashley graduated from the University of California, Riverside (UCR) in 2016…
- Becky Bonner | Orlando Magic | Earning Your Spot In The Room (EP 81)
Sports Business Classroom Audio Experience is back with a brand new “Women in Sports” series hosted by Kate Foley, President of The EPIC Consulting Group. Join us as we dive into the inspiring stories of four strong women who have made the…
- Jasmine Watkins | Nike | The Next Era of the Swoosh (EP 80)
In this episode of the Sports Business Classroom Audio Experience, we had the pleasure of speaking with Jasmine Watkins, Senior Manager of Community at Nike Virtual Studios. During her first start as a Field Hockey Beat Writer for the Dail…
- Andrew Schlecht: How to Find Success in the Podcast Era of Sports Media (EP 79)
In today’s episode of the Sports Business Classroom Audio Experience we sat down with renowned NBA analyst, podcast host, and producer, Andrew Schlecht. He is best known as the producer of The Athletic's NBA Show and co-host of the OKC Dre…
- Remy Ndiaye: Miami Heat Player Development Specialist (EP 78)
Sports Business Classroom Audio Experience is back with another episode of our “SBC Alumni Takeover Series," and this time we have a new host, SBC Alum Andrew Crookes! Andrew attended the Business of Basketball Immersive Experience in 2022…