52 Weeks of Hustle

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52 Weeks of Hustle is a podcast hosted by Travis Apple, who has held Executive Roles with teams in the NBA and MLB. Each podcast will consist of Travis having a conversation with top ranking professionals in the sports industry as you will hear their career path, what they look for in successful people, and ultimately a few take-a-ways for listeners to apply to their day to day.

  1. Aug 12

    52 Weeks of Hustle with Taralynn Reburn

    🎙️ New Episode Alert of 52 Weeks of Hustle Podcast — "Building Champions ON and Off the Ice: Leadership, Loyalty, And Growing Hockey in South Florida" This week, I had the opportunity to sit down with Taralynn Reburn, Vice President of Ticket Sales and Service for the Florida Panthers, to talk leadership, career growth, building lasting relationships, and what it takes to grow a passionate fanbase in South Florida. Taralynn’s career is a great example of why there is no single path to success in the sports industry. She started behind a microphone in British Columbia, became the first female in Canada to call junior hockey play-by-play over the airwaves, moved into premium sales with the Vancouver Whitecaps, spent nearly eight years growing through the Vancouver Canucks organization, and ultimately took a leap of faith that brought her across the continent to the Florida Panthers. 🏒 3 Hustle Hot Topics from this episode: 🏒 How do you turn the momentum of winning championships into long-term fans and members who stay for the next decade? 🏒 How do you build and protect a service-first culture in an increasingly automated and data-driven sales environment? 🏒 What does the future of premium look like as fans increasingly want experiences—not just great seats? One of my favorite themes from this conversation is that championships can create demand—but building lasting loyalty requires much more than winning. It's about the relationships you build, the experiences you create, and how you treat your fans every step of the way. This episode is packed with career advice, leadership lessons, and practical insights for anyone working in sports, ticket sales, premium, service, or fan experience. Excited for everyone to hear Taralynn’s journey and perspective as we continue Season 7 of 52 Weeks of Hustle. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

    52 Weeks of Hustle with Taralynn Reburn

  2. Aug 5

    52 Weeks of Hustle - The World Cup After the Whistle

    🎙️ New Episode Alert 52 Weeks of Hustle Podcast — "The World Cup After the Whistle: What 2026 Proved About the Game, the Business, and the Fan" A few weeks ago on the 52 Weeks of Hustle Podcast, I asked a simple question: Did the 2026 FIFA World Cup change sports ticketing forever? Now that the final whistle has blown, it's time to look back—not just at who lifted the trophy, but at what the tournament taught us about pricing, fan experience, trust, and the future of sports business. This episode isn't about reliving the matches. It's about breaking down the biggest business lessons from the largest sporting event in history and what every team, league, venue, and live entertainment organization should learn moving forward. ⚽ 3 Hustle Hot Topics from this episode: ⚽ Did premium pricing and mass participation successfully coexist? ⚽ Why Fan Festivals may have been the biggest business success story of the entire tournament ⚽ How sports organizations can maximize revenue without sacrificing fan trust The 2026 FIFA World Cup proved that fans are willing to pay for unforgettable experiences. But it also reminded us that long-term success isn't built on revenue alone—it's built on transparency, trust, and creating experiences for every type of fan. Whether you work in ticketing, sponsorship, marketing, hospitality, fan experience, or venue operations, this episode offers practical lessons that extend far beyond the World Cup. Excited to continue Season 7 by exploring the biggest trends shaping sports and live entertainment—and what they mean for the future of our industry. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

    52 Weeks of Hustle - The World Cup After the Whistle

  3. Jul 29

    52 Weeks of Hustle with Cole Rubin

    🎙️ New Episode Alert — "Beyond the Ticket: Building the Future of Fan Intelligence" This week, I had the opportunity to sit down with Cole Rubin, Co-Founder and CEO of FanFeed, to discuss entrepreneurship, innovation, and how the future of ticketing is shifting from simply selling tickets to truly understanding fans. Cole has spent more than two decades building companies that have transformed the ticketing industry—from founding Dynasty Sports & Entertainment, which became Logitix, to launching Seat Club, and now leading FanFeed. His career is a masterclass in identifying opportunities, taking calculated risks, and continuing to reinvent an industry that's constantly evolving. We discussed his entrepreneurial journey, the evolution of ticketing technology, and why the next competitive advantage isn't just better pricing—it's better understanding the people attending your events. 🎟️ 3 Hustle Hot Topics from this episode: 🎟️ Why fan data should be built on trust, transparency, and consent—not just collection 🎟️ How leaders can stay ahead of where an industry is going instead of reacting to where it's been 🎟️ What it takes to continually bet on yourself and build multiple successful companies One of my favorite themes from this conversation is that the companies that shape the future aren't just solving today's problems—they're identifying tomorrow's opportunities before everyone else sees them. This episode is packed with entrepreneurial lessons, leadership insights, and practical ideas for anyone working in sports, technology, ticketing, live entertainment, or business. Excited for everyone to hear Cole's story and perspective as we continue Season 7 of 52 Weeks of Hustle. #52WeeksOfHustle #SportsBusiness #Ticketing #FanEngagement #Leadership #Entrepreneurship #Innovation #SportsTechnology #LiveEntertainment #Startup #Podcast Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

    52 Weeks of Hustle with Cole Rubin

  4. Jul 22

    52 Weeks of Hustle - What Disney Understands About Fans That Sports Teams Still Don't

    🎙️ New Episode Alert — “What Disney Understands About Fans That Sports Teams Still Don’t” This week on the 52 Weeks of Hustle Podcast, I'm taking a different approach. After taking my wife and daughter, Scout, on a Disney Cruise, I came home with something unexpected—not souvenirs, but pages of notes. Everywhere I looked, I saw ideas that sports teams, arenas, and live entertainment venues could implement immediately to create better fan experiences. Disney isn't just delivering vacations—they're engineering memories. And I believe that's exactly what our industry should be doing. 🎢 3 Hustle Hot Topics from this episode: 🎢 Why the fan experience should begin long before game day 🎢 How small moments of personalization create lifelong loyalty 🎢 Why the best organizations design memories—not just transactions One of the biggest takeaways from this episode: People don't remember the final score five years later. They remember who they were with, how they felt, and the moments that surprised them. Disney understands that. It's time for sports to catch up. Whether you work in ticket sales, marketing, sponsorship, premium hospitality, game operations, or fan experience, this episode is packed with practical ideas that can be implemented immediately. Sometimes the best innovations don't come from inside our industry—they come from looking outside of it. Excited to continue Season 7 by sharing real-world lessons that can help elevate the future of sports and live entertainment. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

    52 Weeks of Hustle - What Disney Understands About Fans That Sports Teams Still Don't

  5. Jul 15

    52 Weeks of Hustle with Tunde Oguntimein

    🎙️ New Episode Alert — “52 Weeks of Hustle Podcast” “Purpose, People, and Performance: Building Iconic Events and a Career That Lasts” This week, I had the opportunity to sit down with Tunde Oguntimein, Vice President of the Club Performance Group at Major League Soccer, to discuss leadership, club development, and what it takes to help organizations perform at an elite level. Tunde has built an impressive career through internships, the NBA League Office, and now nearly a decade at Major League Soccer, where he partners with clubs across the league to improve business performance, develop people, and share best practices that drive long-term success. We discussed his career journey, leadership philosophy, and how helping others succeed has become the foundation of his career. ⚽ 3 Hustle Hot Topics from this episode: ⚽ How MLS clubs are preparing to capitalize on the momentum leading into the 2026 FIFA World Cup ⚽ What separates the clubs that consistently perform at a high level from those still searching for success ⚽ The skills and leadership qualities the next generation of sports business professionals must develop to thrive over the next decade One of my favorite themes from this conversation is that great leaders don't just focus on improving themselves—they create systems, cultures, and environments that help everyone around them perform at a higher level. Excited for everyone to hear Tunde's journey and perspective as we continue Season 7 of 52 Weeks of Hustle. #52WeeksOfHustle #SportsBusiness #MajorLeagueSoccer #MLS #Leadership #CareerDevelopment #SportsManagement #ClubPerformance #ProfessionalDevelopment #SoccerBusiness #Podcast Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

    52 Weeks of Hustle with Tunde Oguntimein

  6. Jul 8

    52 Weeks of Hustle - NIL at Five - The Anniversary Reckoning

    🎙️ New Episode Alert — “NIL at Five: The Anniversary Reckoning” This week on the 52 Weeks of Hustle Podcast, I’m taking a look back at one of the most significant moments in the history of college athletics. Five years ago, NIL changed college sports forever. The debate has been loud ever since—but now we finally have enough data to answer the question: Did NIL ruin college sports…or did it force college athletics to finally operate like the multi-billion-dollar business it already was? In this episode, I break down what the first five years of NIL have taught us, where the biggest predictions were right (and wrong), and what every sports business leader should be paying attention to as the industry continues to evolve. 🏈 3 Hustle Hot Topics from this episode: 🏈 Five years later: Which NIL predictions actually came true? 🏈 How the House Settlement, revenue sharing, and collectives are reshaping the future of college athletics 🏈 What professional sports organizations can learn from the NIL era Whether you're working in college athletics, professional sports, sponsorship, marketing, ticketing, fundraising, or leadership, this episode offers valuable lessons on how one of the biggest industry disruptions of the last decade will continue shaping the future. Excited to continue Season 7 by breaking down the biggest trends impacting sports business and what they mean for leaders across the industry. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

    52 Weeks of Hustle - NIL at Five - The Anniversary Reckoning

  7. Jul 1

    52 Weeks of Hustle with Matt Repchak

    🎙️ New Episode Alert — “52 Weeks of Hustle Podcast" This week, I had the opportunity to sit down with Matt Repchak, Chief Marketing Officer at Florida Citrus Sports, to discuss leadership, career growth, marketing strategy, and what it takes to build a lasting career within one organization. Matt's journey is a great reminder that success isn't always about changing companies—sometimes it's about continuing to grow, evolve, and create value where you are. Over the past 20+ years, he has worked his way from Communications Assistant to Chief Marketing Officer, helping lead one of the premier sports and entertainment organizations in the country. We discussed his career journey, leadership philosophy, and how embracing new challenges has allowed him to continuously expand his impact across marketing, communications, ticketing, premium sales, and business strategy. 🏈 3 Hustle Hot Topics from this episode: 🏈 How to prioritize your time and focus on being exceptional instead of simply staying busy 🏈 Why the best leaders immerse themselves in every part of the business—not just their own department 🏈 How to build a long-term career by continuing to evolve, embrace change, and pursue new opportunities This episode is packed with leadership lessons, career advice, and practical insights for anyone working in sports, live entertainment, marketing, or business. Excited for everyone to hear Matt's incredible journey as we continue Season 7 of 52 Weeks of Hustle. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

    52 Weeks of Hustle with Matt Repchak

  8. Jun 24

    52 Weeks of Hustle - The World Cup Ticketing Reset

    New Episode Alert - This week on “52 Weeks of Hustle Podcast,” I’m diving into one of the most important conversations happening in sports business today. Has the 2026 FIFA World Cup changed ticketing forever? From dynamic pricing and premium hospitality to resale challenges, fan trust, and regulatory scrutiny, the biggest sporting event in the world is providing a real-time case study that every team, league, venue, and live entertainment operator should be paying attention to. ⚽ 3 Hustle Hot Topics from this episode: ⚽ Why dynamic pricing is no longer a competitive advantage—it’s becoming the industry standard ⚽ How premium hospitality has evolved from an add-on to the primary revenue driver ⚽ Why fan trust may become the most valuable asset in sports ticketing over the next decade Whether you're in ticket sales, pricing, sponsorship, premium hospitality, marketing, or fan experience, the 2026 World Cup is offering lessons that extend far beyond soccer. Excited to continue Season 7 by exploring the biggest trends shaping sports and live entertainment and breaking down what they mean for our industry. #52WeeksOfHustle #SportsBusiness #WorldCup #Ticketing #DynamicPricing #FanExperience #Hospitality #SportsMarketing #RevenueStrategy #PremiumSales #LiveEntertainment #Leadership #Podcast Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

    52 Weeks of Hustle - The World Cup Ticketing Reset
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52 Weeks of Hustle is a podcast hosted by Travis Apple, who has held Executive Roles with teams in the NBA and MLB. Each podcast will consist of Travis having a conversation with top ranking professionals in the sports industry as you will hear their career path, what they look for in successful people, and ultimately a few take-a-ways for listeners to apply to their day to day.

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  • Creator
    Blue Wire
  • Years Active
    2020 - 2026
  • Episodes
    329
  • Rating
    Clean
  • Copyright
    © Travis Apple
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    52 Weeks of Hustle

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