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Podcast · 125 episodes

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by Charlie and Harry Stebbings · English

The show that takes you behind the scenes with the industry’s leading owners, operators, and athletes; it’s the game behind the game. BOS takes two forms: a weekly interview with leading figures from the world of sport, and ‘The Breakdown’, the news show hosted by Charlie Stebbings & Charlie Methven, ensuring you don’t miss a minute of what’s happening in the world of sports business. For greater access and insight, come and join us on Substack to access bonus shows, articles, giveaways, and events. https://businessofsport.substack.com/

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THE BREAKDOWN: Norway’s Talent Machine Unpacked, Silverstone’s Record Weekend, & NBA Europe’s Billion Dollar Bids (E27)A sports breakdown covering (1) Norway’s talent pipeline ahead of an England World Cup quarterfinal, (2) Silverstone’s record F1 weekend and hosting economics, (3) NBA Europe’s billion-dollar…10 Jul 2026 · 1 h 6 min · 26 chapters
Craig Tiley: Transforming the Australian Open, The Player Pay Debate & How Tennis Can Make More Money (Ep127)Tennis Australia CEO Craig Tiley discusses transforming the Australian Open into a three-week entertainment festival, the “player pay” debate, and how tennis can improve commercial alignment with its…7 Jul 2026 · 1 h 11 min · 28 chapters
THE BREAKDOWN: AC Milan’s Multi Billion Gamble, The Power of the Tour de France, & Tennis Player’s Limp ‘Boycott’ (E26)The episode of The Breakdown (E26) covers three main sports business/tactics topics: England’s World Cup/knockout performance issues, Wimbledon’s Serena Williams return and the tennis “boycott” over…3 Jul 2026 · 1 h 15 min · 30 chapters
Colin Graves: From £25m in Debt to £15m in the Bank: How The Hundred Saved Yorkshire (Ep126)Colin Graves discusses the financial and audience challenges facing English cricket, and how Yorkshire County Cricket Club used its stake sale in The Hundred to pay down debt and fund a 10-year…30 Jun 2026 · 1 h · 26 chapters
THE BREAKDOWN: Man United’s Spiralling Debt, FIFA Claim 99% Attendance Record & Why Has Serena Williams Returned (E25)The hosts debate FIFA’s World Cup attendance reporting (ticket sales vs in-stadium crowds), Manchester United’s spiralling debt and how it affects performance, Serena Williams’ Wimbledon singles wild…26 Jun 2026 · 1 h 18 min · 30 chapters
Monty Panesar: From Bowling Tendulkar & Saving Ashes Tests to the Challenge of Life After Cricket (Ep125)Monty Panesar discusses “life after cricket” and the business/brand mindset athletes need for a second innings, linking it to fan relationships, media work, and the future of Test cricket amid T20…23 Jun 2026 · 1 h 8 min · 27 chapters
THE BREAKDOWN: Burnley’s £35m Win Opens the Floodgates, F1 on Water is Making it’s Mark, & The World Cup is Great (E24)The Breakdown episode (E24) covers three main areas: Burnley’s £35m win over Everton, the rise of SailGP (“Formula One on water”), and early World Cup impressions.19 Jun 2026 · 1 h 6 min · 20 chapters
Liam Scully: The Story of Lincoln City’s Promotion Miracle (Ep124)Lincoln City’s League One title and promotion “miracle” to the Championship, explained through CEO Liam Scully’s emphasis on a long-term playbook, operational discipline, risk calibration, succession…16 Jun 2026 · 1 h 10 min · 25 chapters
THE BREAKDOWN: FIFA’s Big World Cup Mistake, Horse Racing’s Civil War & England Cricket at it Again (E23)The episode covers (1) FIFA/World Cup governance and money politics, (2) England cricket’s “reset” after Ben Stokes’ nightclub fight, (3) Real Madrid’s post-defeat arrogance shown via…12 Jun 2026 · 1 h 20 min · 23 chapters
Jean-Éric Vergne: How To Recover From Losing Your F1 Seat (Ep123)Jean-Éric Vergne (Jev) explains how he rebuilt his career after losing his F1 seat, and what it takes to survive ruthless motorsport pressure across F1, Formula E, and endurance racing (Le Mans).9 Jun 2026 · 1 h 8 min · 25 chapters
THE BREAKDOWN: Should the Olympics Pay Athletes, The Problem Facing Women’s Football, & F1 Lands Another Mega Deal (E22)Debate on whether Olympic athletes should be paid; why women’s professional football is struggling commercially despite claims of growth; and a commercial breakdown of F1 sponsorship deals, including…5 Jun 2026 · 1 h 28 min · 44 chapters
Kieran Gibbs: Arsenal’s Title Win, The Bitcoin Salary & Moving to Beckham’s Miami (Ep122)Kieran Gibbs reflects on Arsenal’s Premier League title run (recording just after the trophy, before the Champions League final), explains how elite mentality and managerial leadership drive…2 Jun 2026 · 1 h 23 min · 38 chapters
THE BREAKDOWN: Premier League Winners & Losers, Enhanced Games Makes Its Entrance, & The World of Rugby League (E21)The Breakdown (E21) covers three main areas: Premier League winners/losers, “Enhanced Games” launching in Las Vegas, and rugby league ahead of the Challenge Cup final.29 May 2026 · 1 h 28 min · 37 chapters
Kyle Edmund: “When you’re 13 you DON’T really understand the call you’re making” (Ep121)Kyle Edmund reflects on his tennis career and the business of sport—especially how money, incentives, and governance shape player development and earnings.26 May 2026 · 1 h 34 min · 37 chapters
THE BREAKDOWN: Does County Cricket Have a Future, ‘Small’ Clubs Are Outsmarting The Elite & Chelsea’s Alonso Move (E20)The Breakdown covers Chelsea’s appointment of Xabi Alonso and debates whether “manager” vs “head coach” changes anything structurally; Mo Salah’s “heavy metal football” post and what it implies about…22 May 2026 · 1 h 23 min · 32 chapters
SPYGATE SPECIAL | The Full Impact of Southampton’s Playoff Disqualification“Spygate” impact on Southampton’s Championship playoff disqualification; Southampton’s appeal rejected, so Middlesbrough play Hull City in the final.21 May 2026 · 31 min · 17 chapters
Tymal Mills: From Nearly Retiring at 22 to a Mega IPL Deal & OnlyFans Partnerships (Ep120)Tamal Mills’ journey from a near-retirement spinal injury at 22 to becoming a high-value T20 franchise bowler, plus how he monetizes off-pitch value (notably OnlyFans) and navigates the ruthless…19 May 2026 · 1 h 46 min · 56 chapters
THE BREAKDOWN: What’s Going on at Real Madrid & Tennis Players Threaten Grand Slam STRIKE (E19)The episode covers two main topics: Real Madrid’s internal turmoil and a growing tennis dispute over Grand Slam prize money.15 May 2026 · 1 h 9 min · 29 chapters
From Running Man United Women to Becoming a CEO in the EFL | Polly Bancroft, Grimsby Town (Ep119)Polly Bancroft, CEO of Grimsby Town, discusses running a sustainable EFL club while climbing the leagues, promoting women in football, using data for recruitment, and turning big moments (notably a…12 May 2026 · 1 h 12 min · 30 chapters
THE BREAKDOWN: West Ham on the Brink, Are Sports Teams Just Brands & The WNBA’s Big Cash Play (E18)West Ham’s slide toward relegation is framed as the result of long-running business/strategy problems: poor transfer execution, high leverage, and a stadium revenue disadvantage versus clubs that…8 May 2026 · 1 h 20 min · 37 chapters
Tom Tainton: The Plan to Win The Prem, The Ilona Maher Effect & Building a Modern Rugby Club: Bristol Bears CEO (Ep118)Bristol Bears CEO Tom Tainton discusses the club’s plan to win Premiership silverware while building a modern “fan journey” and revenue engine, and explains how the new Premiership Rugby structure…5 May 2026 · 57 min · 25 chapters
THE BREAKDOWN: F1 is Back, The Craziest Promotion of All Time & How the Sub-2 Marathon Shows Athletics’ Big Problem (E17)The episode discusses (1) Formula 1 returning for the Miami Grand Prix after a five-week break and FIA/F1 regulation amendments, (2) the “craziest promotion” in football: York City scoring a…1 May 2026 · 1 h 27 min · 38 chapters
From Selecting Clubs to Signing Deals: Football’s Hidden Partnership | Chris Richards, Crystal Palace & Alan Redmond, Roc Nation (Ep117)How Crystal Palace centre-back Chris Richards and his agent Alan Redmond (Roc Nation) navigate elite football careers—player/agent strategy, choosing clubs for real playing time, and the…28 Apr 2026 · 1 h 22 min · 40 chapters
THE BREAKDOWN: LIV on the Brink, The Premier League’s Big End of Season Showdown, & Snooker Back in the Big Time (E16)LIV Golf’s financial sustainability and the knock-on effects on golf’s prize-money economy; then the Premier League’s end-of-season financial stakes (title, European qualification, relegation);…24 Apr 2026 · 1 h 23 min · 34 chapters