ABOUT THE EPISODE
Google Trends sports analyst Annanya Raghavan explains how search data is revealing record-breaking interest in the WNBA and why fan curiosity now extends beyond the game itself. She shares how cultural touchpoints like fashion, food, and music are becoming part of the fan experience. Later, David Dase, Head of the Southeast Region and Global Co-Head of the Sports Franchise in Investment Banking at Goldman Sachs, discusses why Wall Street now views sports as a trillion-dollar asset class. He outlines how investment in teams, leagues, and infrastructure is reshaping the business of sports and opening new revenue streams. Together, these insights show how data and capital are transforming both fandom and the future of sports.
ABOUT THE PODCAST
Sports is a game of numbers. Wharton experts Eric Bradlow, Shane Jensen, Cade Massey, and Adi Wyner team up to tackle the world of sports, from current events to longstanding issues such as: What sports streaks are the most impressive? How do you rank the best players? Can athletes be compared across sports? The Moneyball podcast explains how decision-makers in the game can avoid the common mistakes and embrace the data. Episodes are recorded at the Wharton School.
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