Sports Media's Streaming Shift and Betting's Mainstreamification

Resources

Books

• "The Economist" - Mentioned in the context of discussing a "trump era climate" and a general "anything goes America."

Videos & Documentaries

• "Inside the NBA" - Mentioned as a popular brand owned by Warner Brothers Discovery.

Research & Studies

• Antenna - A third-party research firm whose subscriber numbers for Fox and ESPN were cited.

People Mentioned

• Ryan Reynolds - Briefly mentioned at the beginning of the podcast.
• Johnaran - Host of "The Varsity" and Puck's sports correspondent.
• Julia Alexander - Puck's colleague, described as one of the smartest minds in streaming.
• Eric Gardner - Puck's legal ace, described as the most consequential legal reporter working in media.
• Dylan Byers - Writes Puck's private email "In The Room" and co-hosts "The Grill Room" podcast.
• Bob Iger - Former head of Disney, mentioned in the context of succession planning.
• Josh D'Amoro - Runs Disney's parks business and is a frontrunner to replace Bob Iger.
• Dana Walden - Hollywood executive mentioned as being in consideration to replace Bob Iger.
• Jimmy Pitaro - Head of ESPN, mentioned in the context of running the company and potentially replacing Bob Iger.
• Neal Mohan - CEO of YouTube, mentioned for his dedication to YouTube TV and its role in sports media.
• Roger Gadell - Mentioned in relation to the NFL and YouTube's broadcast of a game.
• Von Miller - Host of the podcast "Free Range with Von Miller."
• Jake Paul - Boxer, mentioned in relation to a Netflix boxing match.
• Mike Tyson - Boxer, mentioned in relation to a Netflix boxing match.
• Lachlan Murdoch - CEO of Fox, mentioned for his comments on streaming.
• Adam Silver - NBA Commissioner, mentioned for his views on sports betting and highlights.
• Ja Morant - NBA player, mentioned in the context of sports gambling controversies.
• Terry Rozier - NBA player, mentioned in the context of sports gambling controversies.

Organizations & Institutions

• Puck - The media organization where the hosts and guests work.
• Amazon - Mentioned as an established company in sports media and for its deals with leagues and its streaming platform.
• Netflix - Mentioned as a potential buyer of Warner Brothers Discovery and for its increasing involvement in sports.
• Comcast - Mentioned as a potential buyer of Warner Brothers Discovery.
• Paramount - Mentioned as a potential buyer of Warner Brothers Discovery and for its streaming service.
• Warner Brothers Discovery - Mentioned as a company going through major changes, potentially being sold.
• TNT - A channel owned by Warner Brothers Discovery.
• TBS - A channel owned by Warner Brothers Discovery.
• HBO Max - A streaming service owned by Warner Brothers Discovery.
• Disney - Mentioned in relation to succession planning and its ownership of ESPN.
• ESPN - Mentioned as a major player in sports media, its streaming app, and its role in the cable bundle.
• The Wall Street Journal - Mentioned for a story on who might replace Bob Iger.
• NFL - National Football League, mentioned for its deals with Amazon and YouTube.
• NBA - National Basketball Association, mentioned for its deals with Amazon and sports gambling controversies.
• NHL - National Hockey League, mentioned for its broadcast rights.
• Nbc - Mentioned as a potential buyer of Warner Brothers Discovery and for its broadcast of sports.
• YouTube - Mentioned as an inevitable force in sports media, including YouTube TV and Primetime Channels, and for its broadcast of an NFL game.
• Bundesliga - German soccer league, mentioned for its use of YouTube creators to stream matches.
• WWE - World Wrestling Entertainment, mentioned in relation to WWE Raw on Netflix.
• Nextstar - Mentioned in the context of local broadcast affiliates and their desire for games to stay on over-the-air television.
• Sinclair - Mentioned in the context of local broadcast affiliates and their desire for games to stay on over-the-air television.
• The Economist - Mentioned in relation to a cover story about a "trump era climate."
• Fox - Mentioned for its streaming app "Fox One" and its role in the cable bundle.
• U.S. Postal Service - Mentioned for its role in delivering mail and packages, especially during the holidays.

Websites & Online Resources

• Puck News - Where the podcast is published and where listeners can sign up for Johnaran's newsletter.
• American Gaming Association - Mentioned as ensuring legal, regulated casino gaming and sports betting.
• American Gaming.org - Website to learn more about prediction markets and sports betting.
• USPS.com/holidays - Website for the United States Postal Service to find tools and tips for shipping.

Other Resources

• The Grill Room - A podcast co-hosted by Dylan Byers and Julia Alexander.
• In The Room - A private email newsletter by Dylan Byers on the news business.
• Tubi - Fox's free streaming service.
• Peacock - NBC's streaming service.
• Paramount Plus - Paramount's streaming service.
• Amazon Prime Video Channels - Mentioned as a platform that hosts other streaming services.
• Polymarket - A platform mentioned for its growth beyond sports into politics.
• ESPN Bet - Mentioned as a product where ESPN has put its brand along with betting.
• FanDuel - Mentioned for live betting on the NFL.
• DSW - Mentioned for shoes.