How Women's Sports Are Changing the Game: The Untold Business Story w/ A.M. Pfeffer

How Women's Sports Are Changing the Game: The Untold Business Story w/ A.M. Pfeffer

In this episode, Julia Borges interviews A.M. Pfeffer to explore the business and economics of women's sports, including league structures, media influence, and future growth opportunities. They discuss the unique paths into sports media, the impact of media rights, and the importance of infrastructure and investment for sustainable growth.In this episode we discuss: 1. The structural pillars of sports leagues: media, valuation, expansion, sponsorship, infrastructure2. The impact of media rights on league profitability and growth3. The current state and future potential of women's sports leagues like WNBA and NWSL4. The importance of ownership infrastructure and investment in league sustainability5. The influence of media on viewership and league successTIME STAMPS: 00:00 Introduction and guest background 01:55 Path from Hollywood to sports media 03:51 Watching sports through a business lens 06:39 Growth and structure of women's sports leagues 08:14 The five pillars of league success 11:15 Media's role in driving viewership 12:55 Current state of the WNBA and CBA negotiations 15:55 League valuation and franchise fees 19:13 Player salaries and revenue sharing 24:45 Red flags for emerging leagues 25:12 Lessons from sports franchise management 26:39 Global expansion and youth development models 38:23 Future conversations and closing remarks 40:56 Outro You can find A.M Pfeffer on Beyond the Surface on X-rated Sports NetworkWebsite: https://xraytedsports.com/ [https://www.youtube.com/redirect?event=video_description&redir_token=QUFFLUhqbGlPOV9wNkRsUlRxZjZLRUxYYkVvR1M0UEdPd3xBQ3Jtc0trSG45a0ZtS29VcV9XSHh5WlFfVmxMWk5UUllDYUJ6ci1yTmcyVVRPdDd3ZWg5OThhek5GU0xCSnRjMW5naGY1NkV3eFZaTmFmT29jMjRfWGk3MDktc2UzMEFXU2lFSXowbHJRQ05Xb2pFX29ndUR3bw&q=https%3A%2F%2Fxraytedsports.com%2F&v=SDlcsmscol8]Youtube:    / @xraytedsports   [https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCzVF1KDnS161LfOgD4YrAVw] She Won is a media platform exploring sports, power, culture, and ambition through honest conversations that go beyond headlines. Website: ⁠https://shewonmedia.com [https://www.youtube.com/redirect?event=video_description&redir_token=QUFFLUhqbnZKOWh2QzVuSzhpTko4VkNWODQ5ZVNRQVhGZ3xBQ3Jtc0tueHYtTEx5dXRHb05tZE4tLXZLclVXakh0Y3NmUFVPTUNINXU4SFhIUFlWMkppUnVnY0RvcHY1WnVjeVBqc1gyNUVsbHJqbkpueVUzTS1IYXNWVnNVSGZybUNYZTE5NDZxcHVSMTJ6NzhiUENyTmpEWQ&q=https%3A%2F%2Fshewonmedia.com%2F&v=SDlcsmscol8]⁠Follow us everywhere: @shewonpodcastWe also offer media and marketing services for brands, creators, and organizations.This episode is supported by:RAD – The Rivoli Arts Distric: t⁠https://www.therad.art/⁠ [https://www.youtube.com/redirect?event=video_description&redir_token=QUFFLUhqbG5xbUVSTDNIQ1gta2NoX1VUVE9nU2RyVUM4QXxBQ3Jtc0tsaFFveTcwY1V3dy1FTEQxVjFBdzNSQVZ4c19VMm80OE1sU2VqeDd5ajhFLUlEc1YxTUFmcW80Mk53OUZCRG9xbWQ5S05SZWl0em9qd1RfX05JeXMtLTdOTGlUZnVTb3dJa3VacHVoQ25EU2FKRzhmcw&q=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.therad.art%2F%E2%81%A0&v=SDlcsmscol8]La Crosse Film Academy: ⁠https://www.lacrossefilmacademy.org/⁠ [https://www.youtube.com/redirect?event=video_description&redir_token=QUFFLUhqbS1La19qaDI0WnFRWXFTelM2UHgxUnNyUEJRQXxBQ3Jtc0trRWRKVHBQeEtkSlBQdmQzcWg0U0dIVGl3R0o1QVJ0MGtqYlJyUG5VZFZPQ0lVdnBvSWNZaC1tOG1zT3VxT3duckRDQmJ0Mkc4N1J3TWxxa2ZwVGh5X2lmdHQ0YUZfandmdGNzODVndzd6c2p3WUpOZw&q=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.lacrossefilmacademy.org%2F%E2%81%A0&v=SDlcsmscol8]Artesa Gallery⁠: https://www.artesagallery.org/ [https://www.youtube.com/redirect?event=video_description&redir_token=QUFFLUhqbUl3UWhCS3R0Z1ItYnNaUTBlWWEzRUxsa0VDd3xBQ3Jtc0tuQXlhdFpjRTRjZVIyOEtuS3JIQUtFSTdHRmJ4cjFUamlKT0tFSDFHRVRVTWpsbkJMZVJyTW5yTFl0eFEyYjB1T1Y5OERfd3BWRGhLUjBmSlkyZGpvXy1GN2E2MFY1MDVRMmxnc1RlS1hFd0xZcHM5SQ&q=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.artesagallery.org%2F&v=SDlcsmscol8]

Building Trust and Breaking Barriers in Women's Basketball with Coach Angel Allen

In this inspiring interview, Coach Angel Allen shares her journey through coaching, leadership, and entrepreneurship. Discover her insights on building trust, overcoming insecurities, and balancing multiple passions while making history as a trailblazer in women's sports. TIMESTAMPS: 00:00 Introduction to Coach Angel Alenio 04:47 The Championship Game Experience 09:20 Roles and Responsibilities of an Assistant Coach 13:00 Overcoming Insecurities and Imposter Syndrome 16:47 Coaching Philosophy and Expectations 20:52 Cultural Experiences in Coaching 29:25 Representation and Responsibility in Coaching 35:26 Balancing Multiple Roles and Ambitions 47:48 The Cost of Ambition 01:00:49 Advice for Future Leaders Alternative Titles: * From Assistant Coach to Trailblazer: Angel Allen's Journey * Building Trust and Breaking Barriers in Women's Basketball She Won is a media platform exploring sports, power, culture, and ambition through honest conversations that go beyond headlines. Website: ⁠https://shewonmedia.com⁠ Follow us everywhere: @shewonpodcast We also offer media and marketing services for brands, creators, and organizations. This episode is supported by: RAD – The Rivoli Arts Distric: t⁠https://www.therad.art/ ⁠La Crosse Film Academy: https://www.lacrossefilmacademy.org/⁠ Artesa Gallery⁠: https://www.artesagallery.org/

Unrivaled vs WNBA: Who Will Lead the Next Era? | The Future of Women's Basketball

This episode explores the current landscape of women's basketball leagues, focusing on the rise of Unrivaled, Project B, and the WNBA. We analyze league sustainability, player negotiations, and the future of women's basketball globally. In this episode Angel and Julia talk about:League sustainability and growth strategiesPlayer negotiations and rightsImpact of new leagues like Unrivaled and Project BThe Future of Women's Basketball: Challenges and OpportunitiesUnrivaled vs WNBA: Who Will Lead the Next Era?TIME STAMPS:00:00 Introduction and Main Topics02:13 Unrivaled League's Current State and Challenges04:39 Impact of Caitlin Clark and Viewership Trends07:24 Attendance and Revenue Insights in Women's Basketball09:00 League Valuations and Investment Perspectives11:13 Player Equity and League Growth Strategies13:44 Format and Global Expansion of Unrivaled15:39 Women's Basketball's Current State and Future Challenges17:00 The Role of Competition in League Development22:17 WNBA Negotiations and Player Rights33:50 Union Leadership and League Conflicts42:09 The Future of Women's Basketball Leagues50:47 Player Branding and International Play58:37 Building Trust and Transparency in Women's Sports01:00:32 Conclusion and Future OutlookShe Won is a media platform exploring sports, power, culture, and ambition through honest conversations that go beyond headlines.Website: ⁠https://shewonmedia.com⁠Follow us everywhere: @shewonpodcastWe also offer media and marketing services for brands, creators, and organizations.This episode is supported by:RAD – The Rivoli Arts Distric: t⁠https://www.therad.art/⁠La Crosse Film Academy: ⁠https://www.lacrossefilmacademy.org/⁠Artesa Gallery⁠: https://www.artesagallery.org/

What The U.S Gets Wrong (and Right) About Sports

Most people think sports are universal. They’re not. In this episode, we break down how American sports culture differs from the rest of the world and why those differences shape athletes, fans, and the business of sports itself. From development systems and rules to fandom, media, and money, we explore how culture quietly dictates who wins, who lasts, and who gets left behind. This is not a debate about which system is better. It’s an analysis of incentives, identity, and how sports become either entertainment, education, or a national mirror depending on where you are. If you’ve ever wondered why athletes trained in the U.S. feel different than those trained abroad, why fans behave differently across countries, or why success looks so different depending on geography, this episode will change how you see the game. She Won is a media platform exploring sports, power, culture, and ambition through honest conversations that go beyond headlines. 🌐 Website: https://shewonmedia.com [https://shewonmedia.com] Follow us everywhere: @shewonmedia We also offer media and marketing services for brands, creators, and organizations. This episode is supported by: RAD – The Rivoli Arts Districthttps://www.therad.art/ [https://www.therad.art/] La Crosse Film Academyhttps://www.lacrossefilmacademy.org/ [https://www.lacrossefilmacademy.org/] Artesa Galleryhttps://www.artesagallery.org/ [https://www.artesagallery.org/]

Welcome to She Won Podcast: Who We Are & Why We Started (w/ Angel & Julia) #001

Welcome to the very first episode of the She Won Podcast! 🎙️ In this introduction, co-hosts Angel Allen and Julia Borges sit down to share the story behind the brand, who we are, and what you can expect from future episodes. We are so excited to build this community with you. Whether you are here for sports, business, or just some honest conversation, you are in the right place. ✨ CONNECT WITH US: Instagram: @shewonpodcast Website: shewonmedia.com 🔔 Subscribe for new episodes dropping every Sunday! #SheWonPodcast #AngelAllen #JuliaBorges #PodcastIntroduction #NewPodcast #WomenPodcasters