The Business of Mega-Events: Hosting the World's Biggest Stages

This episode delves into the high-stakes world of hosting major sporting events, such as the Olympics, World Cup, and Super Bowl. We explore the complex financial, logistical, and political considerations that go into bidding for and staging these global spectacles, as well as the potential economic and social impacts on host cities and countries. We also examine the growing role of private-public partnerships and the controversies surrounding the bidding process and legacy of these mega-events.