Athletic Interest
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Breaking down the business of sports.
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December 11, 2025 •
🚀 Thanks a lot to Shopify for sponsoring this video: https://www.shopify.com/athleticinterest Getting a bib for the NYC Marathon is officially harder than getting into Harvard. With rejection rates up to 97% and entry fees hitting hundreds of dollars, running has transformed from a cheap hobby into one of the most exclusive sectors in the sports world. In this video, we break down the insane business of running. How did a sport that requires nothing but a pair of shoes turn into a billion-dollar economy? 🎬 About Athletic Interest is a video essay series that investigates business stories from the world of sports. ✅ Follow Email list: https://athleticinterest.substack.com/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/athleticinterest/ 🍿 Watch more Most popular: https://bit.ly/36ZZ3Qe Latest video: https://bit.ly/2MpsDW6 #marathon #running #athleticinterest
November 27, 2025 •
Why Harvard Studied This Footballer
Thomas Müller is a statistical anomaly. He possesses no Mbappe-level speed, no Messi-style dribbling, and no Ronaldo-esque physique. Yet, he has won more trophies than almost anyone in history. In this video, we dive deep into the "Müller Mystery" to understand how a player who looks so unorthodox on the pitch became the most consistent winner in modern football - and what soft skills make him the ultimate CEO of the locker room. From his 17-year dominance at Bayern Munich to his "Radio Müller" leadership style, this is the story of how intelligence beats raw talent. Check out the full Harvard Business School case here (link to purchase): https://store.hbr.org/product/thomas-muller-mr-bayern-munich/425031?sku=425031-PDF-ENG Thanks to Sascha L. Schmidt for partnering with us! Make sure to check out the new WHU Leadership Program, including case studies from top athletes (Nowitzki, Müller, Alonso): https://ee.whu.edu/open-programs/beyond-winning-the-leadership-mindset/?pk_campaign=&pk_kwd=&pk_source=googleAds&pk_medium=cpc&gad_source=1&gad_campaignid=22735521257 🎬 About Athletic Interest is a video essay series that investigates business stories from the world of sports. ✅ Follow Email list: https://athleticinterest.substack.com/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/athleticinterest/ 🍿 Watch more Most popular: https://bit.ly/36ZZ3Qe Latest video: https://bit.ly/2MpsDW6 #mls #football #athleticinterest
November 14, 2025 •
Why Ed Sheeran & Drake Spend Millions To Buy Football Clubs
💡 Check out Ahrefs: https://ahrefs.com/awt?utm_source=athint&utm_medium=youtube&utm_campaign=partnerships Thanks for supporting us! 🎬 Football’s gone full Hollywood. From Ryan Reynolds at Wrexham to Tom Brady at Birmingham and now… Snoop Dogg at Swansea?! But why are all these stars suddenly buying football teams? What do they get out of it? And how are tiny clubs suddenly building global fanbases without even touching the Premier League? In this episode, we dive into football’s cinematic universe — from Elton John’s Watford days to Wrexham’s Emmy-winning storyline and Snoop’s next documentary. Welcome to the wild world where football meets fame, storytelling beats silverware, and the underdog might just go viral. 🎬 About Athletic Interest is a video essay series that investigates business stories from the world of sports. ✅ Follow Email list: https://athleticinterest.substack.com/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/athleticinterest/ 🍿 Watch more Most popular: https://bit.ly/36ZZ3Qe Latest video: https://bit.ly/2MpsDW6 #football #wrexham #athleticinterest
October 17, 2025 •
Something Weird Is Happening in The NBA
🚀 Thanks a lot to Shopify for sponsoring this video: https://www.shopify.com/athleticinterest What started as a dress code turned into a billion-dollar industry. After the infamous Malice at the Palace, the NBA was in damage control. Their solution? A strict dress code. But what was meant to “clean up” the league’s image accidentally sparked a fashion revolution. From Allen Iverson’s baggy jeans to Shai Gilgeous-Alexander’s designer fits, NBA players turned the tunnel into a runway. In this video, we explore how: • The NBA’s darkest day changed fashion in sports • The tunnel became one of the most profitable marketing spaces • Players like Westbrook, Kuzma, and Curry built their own brands • Social media turned athletes into fashion icons • Other sports are slowly catching up 🎬 About Athletic Interest is a video essay series that investigates business stories from the world of sports. ✅ Follow Email list: https://athleticinterest.substack.com/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/athleticinterest/ 🍿 Watch more Most popular: https://bit.ly/36ZZ3Qe Latest video: https://bit.ly/2MpsDW6 #nba #tunnelfashion #athleticinterest
August 8, 2025 •
Why Football Transfers Are Out Of Control
Check out Odoo for free: https://www.odoo.com/r/jK0 (ad) Link to video with Fabrizio Romano: https://youtu.be/96Hc5ucj6mQ 💰 What really happens when a club spends €100 million on a player? Spoiler: it’s not just the player who gets rich. In this video, we break down the real money flow behind major football transfers — from agents and sell-on clauses to signing bonuses and surprise Lego houses 🧱 🎬 About Athletic Interest is a video essay series that investigates business stories from the world of sports. ✅ Follow Email list: https://athleticinterest.substack.com/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/athleticinterest/ 🍿 Watch more Most popular: https://bit.ly/36ZZ3Qe Latest video: https://bit.ly/2MpsDW6 #football #transfer #athleticinterest
June 14, 2025 •
How The FIFA Club World Cup Could Change Football Forever
Check out Odoo for free: https://www.odoo.com/r/cwc (ad) In this video, we break down how the Club World Cup could reshape global football, why Messi’s Inter Miami is involved, and what this means for fans, players, and the sport’s future. 🎬 About Athletic Interest is a video essay series that investigates business stories from the world of sports. ✅ Follow Email list: https://athleticinterest.substack.com/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/athleticinterest/ 🍿 Watch more Most popular: https://bit.ly/36ZZ3Qe Latest video: https://bit.ly/2MpsDW6 #fifa #football #fifaclubworldcup
June 5, 2025 •
How Hackers Tried To Save Football
💡 Check out Ahrefs: https://ahrefs.com/awt?utm_source=athint&utm_medium=youtube&utm_campaign=partnerships Thanks for supporting us! Why is it so hard to just watch football in 2025? Three apps, five logins, and your team’s still not on. Prices are up, access is down — so fans are turning to piracy. Fire Sticks, Discord links, Reddit streams… it’s all part of the modern matchday experience now. In this video, we break down why illegal football streams are booming. ⚽ From Sky and DAZN to UEFA and Saudi-funded free streams — we connect the dots. 💸 Why rights holders are panicking. 📺 And what the future of watching football might look like. 🎬 About Athletic Interest is a video essay series that investigates business stories from the world of sports. ✅ Follow Email list: https://athleticinterest.substack.com/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/athleticinterest/ 🍿 Watch more Most popular: https://bit.ly/36ZZ3Qe Latest video: https://bit.ly/2MpsDW6 #football #piracy #streaming
May 16, 2025 •
The Most Powerful Man in Football
Check out Odoo for free: https://www.odoo.com/r/athleticinterest (ad) The Most Powerful Man in Football? He’s not a player. Not a coach. Not even a former football star. But Nasser Al-Khelaifi controls PSG, owns the broadcasters, shapes UEFA decisions — and now finds himself in a legal battle with Kylian Mbappé. How did a former tennis pro become the most powerful figure in football? We break down the story of Al-Khelaifi, Qatar’s sports empire, and the web of power behind the modern game. ⏱ Timestamps 00:00 Meet The Most Powerful Man in Football 00:37 From Tennis Court To Boardrooms 02:50 The Power in Football, Explained 04:02 The Clubs - From Paris with Love 06:49 The Broadcasters 08:36 Video Sponsor: Odoo 09:52 The Sponsors 11:19 The Politics 12:37 The Players 🎬 About Athletic Interest is a video essay series that investigates business stories from the world of sports. ✅ Follow Email list: https://athleticinterest.substack.com/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/athleticinterest/ 🍿 Watch more Most popular: https://bit.ly/36ZZ3Qe Latest video: https://bit.ly/2MpsDW6 #football #psg #athleticinterest
April 30, 2025 •
💡 Check out Ahrefs: https://ahrefs.com/awt?utm_source=athint&utm_medium=youtube&utm_campaign=partnerships Thanks for supporting us! WNBA star Liz Cambage made more on OnlyFans in one week than in her entire basketball career. And she’s not alone. From Olympic champions to footballers and tennis pros — more and more athletes are joining the platform. But this isn’t just a clickbait headline or a punchline. It’s a story about money, power, and the creator economy. Why are world-class athletes turning to a platform known for adult content? How much are they really making? And what does this say about how broken the economics of professional sport can be? We dig into the real numbers, the incentives, the risks — and what it all means for the future of sports, sponsorship, and the fan-athlete relationship. ⏱ Timestamps 00:00 The Insane Business of Athletes on OnlyFans 01:08 The Company 02:30 The Business Model 04:23 How Athletes Make Money 07:11 The Dilemma 09:18 The Plan Behind 🎬 About Athletic Interest is a video essay series that investigates business stories from the world of sports. ✅ Follow Email list: https://athleticinterest.substack.com/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/athleticinterest/ 🍿 Watch more Most popular: https://bit.ly/36ZZ3Qe Latest video: https://bit.ly/2MpsDW6 #athletes #business #athleticinterest
April 10, 2025 •
Thanks to Storyblocks for sponsoring this video! Download unlimited stock media at one set price with Storyblocks: https://storyblocks.com/AthleticInterest WWE is not a traditional sport — and that’s exactly why it dominates the internet. With sold-out arenas, record-breaking revenue, and a $5B Netflix deal, WWE is winning on every screen. But what really sets it apart? Total control. Scripted drama, viral moments, and the perfect formula for YouTube’s highlight-hungry algorithm. In this video, we dive into how WWE turned kayfabe into a content strategy, why storytelling beats scorelines, and how they quietly became the most powerful sports entertainment brand on the planet. 🎬 About Athletic Interest is a video essay series that investigates business stories from the world of sports. ✅ Follow Email list: https://athleticinterest.substack.com/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/athleticinterest/ 🍿 Watch more Most popular: https://bit.ly/36ZZ3Qe Latest video: https://bit.ly/2MpsDW6 #wwe #wrestling #football
