About this podcast

Join Alex Rodriguez and Jason Kelly on 'The Deal' as they sit down with Ted Leonsis, the visionary founder, chairman, and CEO of Monumental Sports and Entertainment. This episode dives into how Leonsis masterfully built a sports empire in Washington D.C., encompassing the NHL's Capitals, WNBA's Mystics, NBA's Wizards, and the Capital One Arena. Leonsis shares his unique philosophy of transforming the US capital into a 'super city' through strategic sports investments. He also candidly reflects on the invaluable, albeit harsh, lessons learned from his involvement in the 'world’s worst deal' – the AOL-Time Warner merger – and how focusing on mission, product, and genuine relationships, rather than just financial metrics, has shaped his remarkably successful career.