Fanalytics with Mike Lewis

00:00 Welcome to the Fanalytics Podcast

00:07 Cultural Reflections on the Super Bowl

00:31 Introduction to the NBA All-Star Game

00:41 The Concept and Appeal of All-Star Games

01:30 History and Decline of All-Star Games

03:00 Major League Baseball: The Origin of All-Star Games

07:38 The NBA All-Star Game: A Look Back

12:55 The Decline in Viewership

17:33 NBA's Attempts to Revitalize All-Star Weekend

23:59 Challenges in Motivating Modern Ath...

00:00 Welcome to the Fanalytics Podcast

00:14 The Cultural Significance of the Super Bowl

01:45 Key Themes of the Super Bowl

03:46 The Impact of the Super Bowl on Football Teams

12:17 Gambling and the Super Bowl

20:07 Super Bowl Halftime Show: Evolution and Impact

25:38 Advertising at the Super Bowl

30:53 Concluding Thoughts on the Super Bowl and NFL Fandom

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00:00 Introduction to the College Football Playoff

01:16 The Positives of the College Football Playoff

01:38 Viewership and Popularity Metrics

05:00 Challenges and Questions about the CFP

08:33 Impact on Regular Season and Conference Realignment

14:16 Long-Term Ramifications and Final Thoughts

16:21 Announcement and Conclusion

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00:00 Welcome to Fanalytics 2025

00:13 The Evolution of Fandom

01:24 Key Forces Shaping Fandom

03:27 Predictions for 2025

06:30 College Football Predictions

10:05 Pro and College Football Viewership

12:20 NBA's Struggles and Predictions

16:37 Women's College Basketball Insights

21:22 The Decline of Superhero Movies

25:07 Netflix and WWE Partnership

28:04 Warhammer: The Next Big Fandom?

31:44 Conclusion and Summary

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00:00 Introduction to Fanalytics Podcast

00:19 Recap of Previous Episode

00:27 Top Fandom Events and People of 2024: Numbers 5 to 1

02:31 Political Endorsements and Fandom

05:21 Paris Olympics Controversy

08:18 World Series Viewership Analysis

12:47 Caitlin Clark's Impact on Women's Basketball

19:43 Jake Paul vs. Mike Tyson: The Biggest Fandom Event

24:33 Key Lessons from 2024 Fandom Events

30:41 Looking Ahead to 2025 Predictions

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00:00 Welcome to the Fanalytics Podcast

00:07 Top 10 Fandom Events of 2024: Introduction

01:16 Joe Rogan and Donald Trump: A Cultural Realignment

04:50 Deadpool and Wolverine: The Power of Established IP

08:11 NFL Quarterback Strategies: Cowboys vs. Steelers

12:25 Travis Kelce and Taylor Swift: A Cultural Unifier

15:15 The Costco Guys: Viral Fame in the Social Media Era

19:17 Recap and Conclusion: Fandom Events 10 through 6

22:38 Closing R...

00:00 Introduction to the Biggest Boxing Event of the Year

01:05 Boxing Legends: Mike Tyson vs. Jake Paul

03:02 The Marketing Genius of Jake Paul

04:53 Mike Tyson: From Bad Guy to Hero

06:10 Social Media Influence and Audience Reach

08:37 Challenges and Future of Boxing

15:56 The Spectacle vs. Legitimate Competition

17:36 Conclusion and Future Predictions

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00:00 Welcome to Fanalytics Podcast

00:04 Introduction to Today's Topic: Major League Baseball

00:21 Comparing MLB and WNBA Fandom

01:50 Strengths of Baseball: A Historical Perspective

03:02 Local Attendance: MLB's Stronghold

07:41 National Viewership: A Decline in Popularity

21:09 Financial Health of MLB

24:59 Conclusion and Future Outlook

26:26 Upcoming Episodes and Closing Remarks

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00:00 Welcome to the Fanalytics Podcast

00:11 The WNBA: A Mixed Story

00:36 The Importance of the WNBA in 2024

01:21 Challenges and Media Coverage

02:33 Fandom and Financial Concerns

03:50 Key Questions About the WNBA

05:26 The Caitlin Clark Effect

06:12 Social Justice vs. Sports League

17:50 Media Attention and Marketing Challenges

19:05 Olympic Snub and NBA Frustrations

20:54 Rivalry and League Dynamics

21:44 Megan Rapinoe's Controversy

23:...

00:00 Introduction to the Fanalytics Podcast

00:08 The Cultural Significance of Baseball

02:55 Current State of Major League Baseball

04:28 Key Players to Watch in 2024

04:58 Aaron Judge: The New York Yankee Star

08:20 Shohei Otani: The Japanese Unicorn

10:54 Paul Skenes: The Rising Star

14:25 Analyzing Media Attention and Trends

19:12 The Chicago White Sox: A Case Study in Futility

24:21 Conclusion and Final Thoughts

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00:00 Introduction and Overview

01:00 College Football Highlights

03:06 The Big Ten and SEC Dominance

06:27 NFL Week One Highlights

07:40 The NFL Quarterback Market

15:10 Pittsburgh Steelers' Unique Strategy

20:37 Upcoming NFL and College Football Stories

24:08 Conclusion and Sign-Off

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The Interplay of Politics and Sports: A Cultural Analysis | Fanalytics Podcast

Join Mike Lewis, professor at Emory University, as he examines the intricate relationship between politics and sports in this Fanalytics podcast episode. Delve into the cultural segments of political ideologies and their impact on the 2024 election, exploring fandom data from the Next Generation Fandom Survey. Discover the cultural preferences of Donald T...

Analyzing the Paris 2024 Olympics: Success, Politics, and Future of Fandom

In this episode of the Fanalytics podcast, Professor Mike Lewis from Emory University explores the impact and future of the Paris 2024 Olympics. Delving into the opening and closing ceremonies, viewership statistics, and memorable moments, Mike assesses whether the games were a success and how they fit into the evolving landscape of sports fandom. He highligh...

NFL Fandom Rankings 2024: Top and Bottom Teams Analyzed!

Join Mike Lewis, a professor at Emory University, as he delves into the world of NFL fandoms in 2024 on the Fanalytics podcast. Discover where each NFL team stands in terms of fan engagement, attendance, social media following, and economic potential. Mike provides a detailed breakdown of teams ranked from the struggling to the elite, and analyzes what makes their fan bases ti...

Evaluating NFL Fandom: A Deep Dive into the Bottom Half of the Rankings

In this episode of the Fanalytics podcast, Professor Mike Lewis from Emory University explores the intricate dynamics of NFL fandom. He discusses why assessing fan bases is crucial and outlines his analytical method. Using metrics like ticket prices, attendance, and social media following, Lewis ranks NFL teams from 32 to 17, highlighting the significant factors...

00:00 Introduction to Political Fandom

00:11 The Role of Narratives in Politics

00:33 Current Political Landscape: Trump vs. Harris

00:41 Understanding Political Fandom Metrics

03:06 Impact of Negative Advertising

05:21 Historical Context of Political Fandom

07:35 Fandom Trends Across Demographics

10:37 Gender and Political Fandom

13:24 Generational Perspectives on Candidates

15:16 Racial Dynamics in Political Fandom

17:03 Cultural Segments:...

00:00 Introduction to Haley Welch and the Hock Tua Phenomenon

01:21 Media Coverage: Barstool Sports and Rolling Stone

08:04 The Cultural Significance of Haley Welch

08:39 Economic Impact and Brand Potential

13:26 Fandom Dynamics and Cultural Relevance

18:31 Conclusion and Final Thoughts

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In this episode of the Fanalytics podcast, the focus is on examining the future of Olympic fandom, particularly in light of the upcoming Paris Olympic Games. The episode is divided into three parts: the foundational strength of Olympic fandom, an analysis of fandom using the WILD framework, and the impact of demographics, technology, and marketing on the future of Olympic fandom. Key highlights include the historical paradox of Oly...

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