Netflix’s Gabe Spitzer on NFL Strategy, Women’s World Cup Plans, and Men’s World Cup Interest
By Richard Deitsch
Prior to VP/Global Live Sports & Entertainment Gabe Spitzer making the 7,900-mile journey from L.A. to Melbourne, he was a guest on Richard Deitsch's Sports Media Podcast and discussed myriad topics.
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Spitzer is well aware that he has one of the best jobs in sports media. As the VP/Global Live Sports & Entertainment for Netflix, Spitzer oversees the streaming giant’s global live sports strategy. His responsibilities include managing rights negotiations and partnerships with various sporting bodies, as Netflix seeks to expand its live sports content globally.
In this conversation, Spitzer delves into:
- The intricacies of NFL strategy and negotiations
- Women’s World Cup plans and the growing interest in global women's sport
- Men’s World Cup potential and the allure of international football for Netflix
This in-depth interview offers a unique insight into the mind of one of sports media’s most influential figures.