AI Frees Time, Makes Live Sports Priceless
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Resources & Recommendations
Podcasts
- "Invest Like the Best" with Ari Emanuel - This episode discusses Ari Emanuel's "anti-AI bet" and the future of live sports, which is the main topic of this podcast episode.
Organizations & Institutions
- Federal Reserve Bank of St. Louis - Referenced for a study on how workers using generative AI saved an average of 5.4% of their work hours per week.
- Castle Systems - A key card operator mentioned for their data showing 40% lower work attendance on Fridays compared to Tuesdays and Thursdays.
- inrix - A GPS mobility data firm that provided data on the shift in traditional commute times.
- Harvard School of Public Health - Referenced for research indicating that social connection through live events helps reduce the risk of various health issues.
People Mentioned
- Ari Emanuel (CEO of Endeavor) - Discussed as the proponent of the "anti-AI bet," investing billions in live sports assets due to his belief in their increasing value.
- Patrick O'Shaughnessy (Host of Invest Like the Best) - Mentioned as a phenomenal interviewer.
- Dana White (President of UFC) - Referenced in the context of Ari Emanuel's relationship with him.
- Stephanie Linnartz (Former Marriott President) - Cited for her observation that Thursday has become a check-in night for leisure travelers, shifting from a checkout night.
Tools & Software
- Runway - AI service mentioned for its ability to create videos in minutes at a significantly lower cost.
- Sora - AI service mentioned for its ability to create videos in minutes at a significantly lower cost.
Other Resources
- UFC (Ultimate Fighting Championship) - A live sports asset acquired by Ari Emanuel.
- WWE (World Wrestling Entertainment) - A live sports asset acquired by Ari Emanuel.
- Professional Bull Riders - A live sports asset acquired by Ari Emanuel.
- Madrid Open - A major tennis tournament acquired by Ari Emanuel.
- Miami Open - A major tennis tournament acquired by Ari Emanuel.
- TKO - A holding company for UFC and WWE, created by Ari Emanuel.
- Hyde Park Winter Wonderland - A holiday attraction acquired by Ari Emanuel.