“It’s been a tremendous week. That international game in Sao Paulo sparked some controversy.” – 01:01
Rick Horrow, CEO of Horrow Sports Ventures, joins Remy Blaire to discuss the latest developments in the sports and entertainment industries.
The segment opens with Remy highlighting the upcoming NFL game in Dublin, Ireland, featuring the Minnesota Vikings and the Pittsburgh Steelers. With the league’s recent international games, including one in Brazil, they discuss the implications of these events on viewership and ratings. Rick emphasizes the importance of standardized ratings across different platforms, particularly in light of a recent controversy surrounding YouTube’s unique data collection methods, which differ from traditional metrics used by networks like Fox and ESPN.
Transitioning to the gaming sector, Remy brings up Kalshi, a prediction market platform that is currently facing legal challenges from Massachusetts, which alleges illegal sports wagering. Rick provides insights into the lawsuit, discussing concerns about consumer protections and the accessibility of such platforms to younger audiences. He notes that the situation is being closely monitored by others in the gaming industry.
The conversation then shifts to the media landscape, where Remy and Rick discuss Paramount Skydance’s reported plans to acquire Warner Brothers Discovery. They analyze the potential implications of this merger for sports broadcasting and the evolving media business. Rick highlights the nervousness surrounding the future of media bundles and streaming services, emphasizing the need for careful observation as this situation develops.