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The NFL: How small-town teams became America's most valuable sports empire (Audio)

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Acquired hosts back Crusoe: AI-native cloud compressing data center buildout to one year

2026-01-27 · 2 company · 3 thematic

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david rosenthal

Co-host of Acquired, focusing on company histories and strategic analysis. Former investment banker with media/tech coverage. Co-leads Acquired's research on NFL, NBA, IPL and sports betting dynamics.

ben gilbert

Co-host of Acquired, a podcast analyzing great companies' histories and playbooks. Leads research on sports business models, media rights, and technology investing. Involved in Acquired's LP program and early-stage investments.

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