The Stadia Podcast

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The Stadia Magazine Podcast is your go-to for all things stadium management, featuring conversations with the people behind some of the world’s best and most innovative stadia

Episodes

  1. Tayo Gama of Gensler on the future of sports architecture

    Apr 2

    Tayo Gama of Gensler on the future of sports architecture

    Tayo Gama is sports leader, senior associate with architect Gensler. With a focus on evolving sports venues and successfully integrating them into their surrounding environments and communities, her portfolio includes venues for the Olympic Games, the FIFA World Cup and numerous soccer stadia. Tayo is passionate about the transformative power of sport architecture to create an experience-focused future that promotes equity, resilience, and wellbeing.  This episode is sponsored by SVB Live.

    19 min
  2. Paul Michael, MD of Coventry Building Society Arena, on driving growth

    Mar 4

    Paul Michael, MD of Coventry Building Society Arena, on driving growth

    Paul Michael is managing director of award-winning Coventry Building Society Arena in the UK. In conversation with Stadia editor, Saul Wordsworth, he discusses improving fan experience, becoming a 24/7 365 destination, and the challenges that come with balancing a core sports tenant with conferences, exhibitions and major live events. This conversation was recorded before a live audience at the 2026 Arenas World Summit at Birmingham’s NEC.

    20 min
  3. Andy Bishop, Sky Sports commentator, on the contrast between European soccer and the NFL

    Jan 22

    Andy Bishop, Sky Sports commentator, on the contrast between European soccer and the NFL

    Andy Bishop is a Sky Sports soccer commentator, and an occasional NFL summariser. In conversation with Stadia editor Saul Wordsworth, Andy offers his view from the gantry on the changing face of British stadiums, the contrast with the NFL, what each can learn from the other, the forthcoming FIFA World Cup, and his best and worst stadium experiences.

    22 min
  4. Tom Cassidy, director of tourism for Liverpool FC, on evolving the visitor experience

    12/04/2025

    Tom Cassidy, director of tourism for Liverpool FC, on evolving the visitor experience

    Tom Cassidy is director of tourism for Liverpool Football Club, one of the biggest names in world soccer. In conversation with Stadia editor Saul Wordsworth, Tom offers a deep dive into the visitor experience, how using ex-players for legends tours has evolved and working with stakeholders.  This episode is sponsored by SVB Live.

    22 min
  5. Matt Billerbeck of Arcadis on how stadiums can power vibrant urban growth

    09/16/2025

    Matt Billerbeck of Arcadis on how stadiums can power vibrant urban growth

    Matt Billerbeck is global retail practice group director for architecture and urbanism at global design & engineering consultancy firm Arcadis. In conversation with Stadia editor Saul Wordsworth, Matt talks about Arcadis’ recent LA Live project, how stadiums can be designed to belong to a city and serve a community, and how this will evolve in the coming years.

    29 min
  6. Bill Hanway on the impact of mega sporting events on community regeneration

    11/26/2024

    Bill Hanway on the impact of mega sporting events on community regeneration

    Bill Hanway is executive vice president and global social infrastructure and sports leader with AECOM. It wouldn’t be a stretch to say his master planning work for the London Olympics in 2012 helped establish the blueprint for creating lasting event legacies. In conversation with Stadia Magazine editor Saul Wordsworth, Bill breaks off from planning for the L.A. Olympics in 2028 to discuss the impact of sporting mega events on community regeneration and social equity. This episode is sponsored by AECOM. If you wish to appear on The Stadia Podcast, email saul.wordsworth@markallengroup.com

    23 min
  7. AECOM's Dan Meis on how the fan experience is shaping stadium design

    10/27/2024

    AECOM's Dan Meis on how the fan experience is shaping stadium design

    Dan Meis is director of global sports design with AECOM, the man behind so many iconic venues and a legendary figure within the industry. In conversation with Stadia Magazine editor Saul Wordsworth he talks about how the fan experience is shaping the future of stadium design. A more general interview with Dan Meis can be found in the latest issue of Stadia Magazine. This episode is sponsored by AECOM.

    30 min
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The Stadia Magazine Podcast is your go-to for all things stadium management, featuring conversations with the people behind some of the world’s best and most innovative stadia

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  • Creator
    Stadia Magazine
  • Years Active
    2024 - 2026
  • Episodes
    7
  • Rating
    Clean
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    © 2026 The Stadia Podcast
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