Show Notes
In this episode of Moneyball, host Scott Keenan is joined by Crissy Whalin to break down why Bad Bunny headlining the Super Bowl Apple Music Halftime Show is more than a cultural moment — it’s a smart business decision by the NFL. Rather than focusing on politics or online outrage, this conversation looks at audience growth, cultural relevance, global reach and how the NFL thinks about the halftime show as a strategic brand platform. From music rights and global fandom to why legacy artists aren’t always the safest commercial choice, this episode unpacks the thinking behind one of the league’s most talked-about decisions. Topics covered: Why the Super Bowl halftime show is a business asset, not just entertainment What Bad Bunny represents culturally — and why that matters commercially How the NFL evaluates relevance versus legacy when choosing halftime performers The value of reaching younger and global audiences, not just traditional NFL fans Why streaming numbers, cultural heat and fan behaviour matter more than chart history How Apple Music fits into the NFL’s broader media and platform strategy What backlash actually signals — and when leagues choose to ignore it What this decision tells us about the future direction of the NFL brand About our guest This episode features Crissy Whalin, a media host with deep experience in pop radio, talk radio and digital media. Crissy is a co-host of the YouTube podcast Should Be A Morning Show, where culture, media and politics are analysed through a sharp, audience-first lens. She also brings a practical, real-world perspective as a travel expert on her Instagram account @singlemombudgettravel. Her insight in this episode focuses on why culture drives audience behaviour — and why that makes Bad Bunny a calculated, not controversial, choice for the NFL. About our host Moneyball is hosted by Scott Keenan, a communications and strategy professional working across sport, media and major industries. He brings a business-first lens to sport — focusing on strategy, decision-making, commercial outcomes and cultural impact. Moneyball looks at the thinking behind big plays, big deals and big moments in sport. Follow & Watch Moneyball 📺 YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@moneyball_show 📸 Instagram: @moneyball_show Subscribe on YouTube for full video episodes and follow on Instagram for clips, insights and upcoming episodes.
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