Episode 127 | DP & McGhee

This week’s episode features a wide-ranging conversation with Mark Wright, VP of Media & Sponsorships at AT&T. From his early career at AB InBev to leading sponsorship strategy at one of the world’s biggest brands, Mark shares insights on career growth, brand respect, and the importance of measuring partnerships.

Alongside our guest spotlight, DP & McGhee dive into the week’s biggest stories shaping the business of sports:

🏀 Clippers Controversy – Steve Ballmer invested another $10M into Aspiration, the company at the center of allegations involving a $28M Kawhi Leonard endorsement payment.
💼 NBA Reorganization – Two former podcast guests take on expanded leadership roles in a sweeping league restructuring.
🏆 WNBA Playoffs & News – Playoff updates, looming work stoppage talk, and the proposed sale of the Connecticut Sun.
🎾 US Open Surge – Record-breaking viewership and historic attendance milestones in Flushing.

Smart takes. Occasional nonsense. Always at the corner of Sports & Business.
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