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Slaying the Trolls: Dr. David Berri on Sports Economics and Gender Inequity

Slaying the Trolls: Dr. David Berri on Sports Economics and Gender Inequity

Episode 7 · · 01:04:41

In this informative conversation, host Dr. Shirin Mollah welcomes Dr. David Berri from Southern Utah University to discuss sports economics with a focus on women's sports. Dr. Berri ...

The Evolution of Sports Economics with Dr. Dan Rascher

The Evolution of Sports Economics with Dr. Dan Rascher

Episode 6 · · 01:06:44

In this conversation with Dr. Dan Rascher, Professor of Sports Management at the University of San Francisco, Shirin explores the evolution of sports economics from a niche academic ...

The Business of Premium Sports Experiences with Tom Ravenhill

The Business of Premium Sports Experiences with Tom Ravenhill

Episode 5 · · 57:08

Tom Ravenhill from Keith Prowse, the official hospitality partner for Wimbledon, joins Professor Shirin Mollah to discuss the evolving landscape of sports hospitality. Tom shares ins...

Soccer, Stadiums, and Statistics: Inside the Mind of a Sports Economist

Soccer, Stadiums, and Statistics: Inside the Mind of a Sports Economist

Episode 4 · · 01:02:29

Dive into the fascinating intersection of economics and sports with Dr. Reade from the University of Reading. As both an economist and passionate Oldham Athletic supporter, Dr. Reade...

Super Bowl LIX: The $500 Million Game

Super Bowl LIX: The $500 Million Game

Episode 3 · · 06:40

Dr. Shirin Mollah dives into the economic landscape of Super Bowl LIX, hosted in New Orleans at the Caesars Superdome. The episode explores how the NFL's biggest event affects variou...

The Economics Behind NFL's Vikings-Lions Showdown

The Economics Behind NFL's Vikings-Lions Showdown

Episode 2 · · 06:15

Dr. Shirin Mollah dives into the economics behind a crucial December NFL matchup between the Minnesota Vikings and Detroit Lions. The episode explores why ticket prices skyrocketed t...

Why Jamaica Sprints and Norway Skis: Comparative Advantage Explained

Why Jamaica Sprints and Norway Skis: Comparative Advantage Explained

Episode 1 · · 05:11

Dr. Shirin Mollah explores how comparative advantage shapes success in sports, from individual athletes to entire nations. She breaks down this economic principle through various exa...

Welcome to The Sports Economist

Welcome to The Sports Economist

Trailer · · 00:50

Unlock the hidden numbers that drive the world of sports. Join Dr. Shirin Mollah on The Sports Economist as we dive deep into team performance, competitive balance, revenue streams, ...