151. Solo: Crossfit Games business decisions

In this episode of the Help Me Understand podcast, host JK McLeod dives into the tough decisions that sports organizations face when tragedy strikes, using the recent events at the 2024 CrossFit Games as a backdrop. JK explores how business interests often play a significant role in whether or not competitions continue, even in the wake of heartbreaking incidents. He also touches on the challenges of balancing fan expectations with the realities of running a sport as a business. Mentioned in today's episode: This Is Joy & Claire Afternoon Snack ---- Connect with JK on Instagram: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠@coachjkmcleod⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Email JK: [email protected] Join JK's weekly email list: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠subscribe here⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Check out Feed Your Habits* apparel ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠here⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠(code: JKFYH for 10% off) *available in the US only at this time