May 26, 202651 minS0
<p>Tom Richardson welcomes Jerome Allen of the NBA to the show to discuss the evolving role of player engagement, and how the next generation of athletes are navigating NIL, media, and technology. A current Columbia...
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Home of the Columbia University Sports Management Podcast ('The CUSP Show'), faculty members Joe Favorito and Tom Richardson host thought leaders from across the sports industry as they discuss a wide array of topics. thecuspshow.substack.com
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What is The CUSP Show about?
Home of the Columbia University Sports Management Podcast ('The CUSP Show'), faculty members Joe Favorito and Tom Richardson host thought leaders from across the sports industry as they discuss a wide array of topics.
What has The CUSP Show covered recently?
Recent episodes include "514: Jerome Allen on Player Engagement and the NBA’s Global Future" (26 May 2026, 51 minutes), "513: Melissa Jacobs Breaks Down the Youth Sports Industry" (19 May 2026, 62 minutes), and "512: Morgan Cato Talks Leading Player Operations at the NBPA" (12 May 2026, 51 minutes).
How often does The CUSP Show publish?
The CUSP Show publishes roughly weekly, with episodes averaging 43 minutes across 540 episodes.
How hard is it to get booked on The CUSP Show?
Booking probability for The CUSP Show is 47%, and the host is rated Selective on guests. The CUSP Show requires a Pod Score of 80 or higher. The CUSP Show's contact route on record: verified email.
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Recent episodes
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May 19, 20261h 2mS0<p>Joe Favorito and Tom Richardson welcome Melissa Jacobs to the show to discuss the current state of youth sports, the evolution of sports media, and why the NFL continues to dominate the sports and entertainment...
May 12, 202651 minS0<p>Joe Favorito and Tom Richardson welcome Morgan Cato, EVP of Player Operations at the National Basketball Players Association to the show, to discuss her unique journey through each side of the basketball business...
May 7, 202650 minS0<p>Joe Favorito and Tom Richardson welcome Dr. Harvey Schiller, Chairman at Schiller Management Group to the show, to reflect on the life, legacy, and lasting influence of Ted Turner following his passing. Having worked...
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510: Sheila Sickau on How the Kansas City Chiefs Are Growing Flag Football Participation
May 5, 202648 minS0<p>Joe Favorito and Tom Richardson welcome Sheila Sickau, Head of Football Development for the Kansas City Chiefs to the show, to break down how flag football is reshaping the future of the sport, from youth...
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Apr 28, 202654 minS0<p>Joe Favorito and Tom Richardson welcome Patrick Crakes, Principal of Crakes Media and longtime Fox Sports executive, to the show, to break down the rapidly evolving sports media landscape and the realities behind...
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508: Yeshiva Athletic Director Greg Fox on how the Maccabees are Revolutionizing College Hoops
Apr 21, 202638 minS0<p>Joe Favorito welcomes Greg Fox, Athletic Director at Yeshiva University, to discuss the remarkable rise of Yeshiva men’s basketball and how the program has evolved into a global brand. He shares his journey through...
Apr 14, 202634 minS0<p>Joe Favorito welcomes Endicott College Adjunct Professor, Ken Davidoff, to the CUSP Show, for a thoughtful conversation on storytelling, media evolution, and rediscovering a love for the game of baseball. A longtime...
Apr 7, 20261h 6mS0<p>Joe Favorito and Tom Richardson welcome Cam Smith, Substack’s Head of Sports Partnerships and Columbia Sports Management alum, to the CUSP Show to explore how the platform is reshaping sports media. What started as a...
Apr 2, 202655 minS0<p>Joe Favorito and Tom Richardson welcome Kevin Lopes, Vice President of Business Development and Innovation at ESPN, to the CUSP Show to discuss his 18-year journey at the company and how ESPN continues to evolve at...
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504: Joe Favorito and Tom Richardson Discuss March Madness, Golf Innovation, and the Future of Sports Media
Mar 19, 202654 minS0<p>In this special CUSP Show conversation, Joe Favorito and Tom Richardson take a step back after 500 episodes to reflect on how much the sports business has evolved, and where it may be headed next. The two hosts dive...
Mar 13, 202646 minS0<p>Recorded at the 2025 Columbia Sports Management Conference in October, moderator Chris Lencheski leads a conversation on the forces reshaping the sports investment market. Joined by Daniel Adams of Polsinelli...
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502: Praxis AI’s David James Clarke IV on Digital Twins, AI, and the Future of Sports Expertise
Mar 11, 202620 minS0<p>Live from Super Bowl Radio Row, Joe Favorito welcomes David James Clarke IV, CEO of Praxis AI, for a conversation about how artificial intelligence is becoming a practical tool across sports, media, education, and...
Mar 10, 20261h 8mS0<p>Recorded at the 2025 Columbia Sports Management Conference in October, Talk Show Host Ann Liguori hosts a panel conversation on how golf is evolving through media, technology, and new competitive formats. Joining the...
Mar 9, 202615 minS0<p>For the 500th episode of the CUSP Show, Live from SuperBowl Radio Row, Joe Favorito and Scott Rosner welcome content creator Uly Morazan, known online as Uly and Ernesto, for a conversation about how pop culture...
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499: The Philly Sports Guy, Jamie Pagliei, on Turning Philadelphia Fandom into a Full-Time Brand
Mar 4, 202622 minS0<p>Live from Super Bowl Radio Row, Joe Favorito and Scott Rosner welcome Jamie Pagliei, better known to fans as “The Philly Sports Guy.” While you may not immediately recognize the name, you certainly know the green...
Mar 3, 202633 minS0<p>Live from Super Bowl Radio Row, Joe Favorito and Scott Rosner sit down with fellow Columbia faculty member Chris Lencheski to unpack how motorsports, and global sports investing more broadly, are evolving in real...
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497: Next League Co-Founder Dave Nugent Talks Building Tech Stacks That Drive Fan Growth
Feb 26, 202625 minS0<p>Live from SuperBowl Radio Row, Joe Favorito and Scott Rosner welcome Dave Nugent, Co-Founder & CEO of Next League, to unpack how sports organizations should evaluate, build, and operate technology that grows...
Feb 26, 202641 minS0<p>Joe Favorito and Tom Richardson welcome Jose Diaz, Executive Vice President at SMAC Entertainment, to break down how the agency operates at the intersection of talent management, content production, brand incubation...
Feb 24, 202621 minS0<p>Live from SuperBowl Radio Row, Joe Favorito and Scott Rosner sit down with Dedan Brozino, Chief Development Officer and President of the Rose Bowl Legacy Foundation, to talk legacy, modernization, and what’s next for...
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