Going Viral: ESPN Gets Into Sports Betting

The transcript discusses Penn Entertainment's deal with ESPN for sports betting, Disney's earnings, and the impact of Bob Iger's leadership. It highlights the market's reaction to the Penn deal, the challenges faced by legacy media companies, and Disney's strategic shift towards sports betting. The discussion also touches on cost-cutting measures and the restructuring of Disney's businesses under Iger.

What rights does Penn Entertainment have regarding the ESPN bet name in the US?

What changes will Penn Entertainment make to its Barstool Sports book?

How has the market reacted to the Penn gaming deal according to the text?

What challenges is ESPN facing with traditional cable subscribers?

What historical stance did Disney take regarding sports betting before this deal?