The Big Suey: Penetration Rate
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The episode begins with a discussion of the Shannon Sharp sex tape scandal, with David Samson sharing his own experience with extortion and how he handled a fabricated racist accusation against him. The conversation then shifts to misophonia, a condition that causes extreme reactions to certain sounds, and Samson's own pet peeves. David Gandler, co-founder and CEO of Fubo, joins the show to discuss his company's antitrust lawsuit against Disney, Fox, and Warner Brothers, arguing that they are creating a monopoly in the sports streaming space. Pablo Torre joins the show to discuss the changing landscape of sports media and how the rise of streaming services could impact player salaries and the value of sports franchises. Torre then discusses the mystery of how the Patriots acquired Tom Brady in the 6th round of the 2000 NFL Draft, revealing the existence of a secret NFL ranking system that determines compensatory picks. The episode concludes with a playful back-and-forth between Samson and Torre, with Samson teasing Torre about his show and the way it operates.
Outlines
The Shannon Sharp Scandal and Extortion
Dan Le Batard and David Samson discuss the recent Shannon Sharp sex tape scandal, with Samson sharing his own experience with extortion and how he handled a fabricated racist accusation against him while working for the Marlins.
Misophonia and ESPN's Reactions
Dan Le Batard and David Samson discuss the Shannon Sharp sex tape scandal and the reactions of ESPN executives. They also discuss misophonia, a condition that causes extreme reactions to certain sounds, and Samson's own pet peeves.
Fubo's Antitrust Fight
David Gandler, co-founder and CEO of Fubo, joins the show to discuss his company's antitrust lawsuit against Disney, Fox, and Warner Brothers, arguing that they are creating a monopoly in the sports streaming space.
The Future of Sports Media
Pablo Torre joins the show to discuss the changing landscape of sports media and how the rise of streaming services could impact player salaries and the value of sports franchises.
The Mystery of Tom Brady's Draft Pick
Pablo Torre discusses the mystery of how the Patriots acquired Tom Brady in the 6th round of the 2000 NFL Draft, revealing the existence of a secret NFL ranking system that determines compensatory picks.
Keywords
Misophonia
A condition characterized by an extreme aversion to certain sounds, such as chewing, dripping water, or pencil tapping. It can trigger strong negative emotions and physical reactions.
Extortion
The act of obtaining something, typically money, by threats or force. It is a criminal offense and can have serious consequences.
Antitrust
Laws designed to prevent monopolies and promote competition in the marketplace. Antitrust violations can result in fines, injunctions, and other penalties.
Sports Streaming Monopoly
A situation where a single company or group of companies controls a significant portion of the sports streaming market, potentially leading to higher prices and limited consumer choice.
Compensatory Pick
A draft pick awarded to a team that lost a free agent to another team. The value of the pick is determined by a secret NFL ranking system that evaluates players based on their performance and value.
Shannon Sharp
Former NFL player and current co-host of the Undisputed sports talk show.
David Samson
Former president of the Miami Marlins and current co-host of the Dan Le Batard Show.
Fubo
A sports-focused streaming service that offers live and on-demand content.
Pablo Torre
Sports journalist and co-host of the ESPN Daily podcast.
Q&A
What was David Samson's initial reaction to receiving an extortion attempt?
Samson's initial reaction was not fear, but rather an opportunity to profit from the situation. He considered how he could turn the extortion attempt into content for his show.
What is Fubo fighting against in its antitrust lawsuit?
Fubo is fighting against Disney, Fox, and Warner Brothers, who are attempting to create a monopoly in the sports streaming space by controlling over 60% of prime time sports rights.
What is Pablo Torre's prediction for the future of sports salaries?
Torre believes that the rise of streaming services and the disruption of the cable television market could lead to a decrease in player salaries as tech companies are less willing to pay the high prices that networks have been paying for sports rights.
How did the Patriots get Tom Brady in the 6th round of the 2000 NFL Draft?
The Patriots acquired Tom Brady through a compensatory pick, which is determined by a secret NFL ranking system that evaluates players based on their performance and value. The system is confidential and even teams are unaware of how it works.
Show Notes
What's misophonia? David Samson joins the show, and when asked about the Shannon Sharpe story, let's us know of an experience he himself had yesterday involving leaked sex tapes and extortion. Of course, David just wanted to profit off of it. He also tells us why he doesn't unequivocally trust a single human being. Then, CEO of Fubo David Gandler joins us to discuss what he believes Samson got wrong about the Fubo story last week. Plus, Pablo Torre arrives to CONTINUE our fake pregame show's sports business talk, but it ends with a preview of his new episode of Pablo Torre Finds Out and a rivalry with David.
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