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Skin in the Game

Get ready for a front-row seat to the business of sports with Skin in the Game, the weekly sports industry podcast hosted by sports marketing expert John Cimperman and veteran sports business journalist Tim O’Shei. If you follow sports news, sports business trends, or the fast-changing world of NIL, college athletics, pro leagues, and sports media, this show is your essential listen.Each episode goes beyond the headlines to explain why these developments matter. Skin in the Game breaks down how

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52:44

Pedals, Policy and the Push to Ride More

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2025/08/09

This week on Skin in the Game, we shift gears to focus on cycling—its business, its culture and its growing place in our cities. Tim and John welcome Kevin Heffernan from Go Bike Buffalo, Chris Lonzi from Tom’s Pro Bike, and Buffalo Toronto Public Media producer Pat Kelly.

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Roller Hockey, Hollywood, and the Hustle of...

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2025/08/02

This week on Skin in the Game, Tim sits down with filmmaker Jake Cimperman—yes, the son of co-host John Cimperman—for a conversation that spans from the roller rinks of 1990s California to the unpredictable world of independent sports documentaries.

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52:44

Lacrosse, Identity and the Making of “The American...

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2025/07/26

This week on Skin in the Game, John and Tim sit down with journalist and author S.L. Price to discuss his new book, “The American Game: History and Hope in the Country of Lacrosse.”

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From the mound to mentorship with Scott Swinson from...

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2025/07/19

This week on Skin in the Game, John and Tim talk with Scott Swinson, Senior Director of Development at the Cal Ripken, Sr. Foundation, about how baseball—and a strong coach—can change a kid’s life.

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52:44

Cosmic Baseball with Rob Perez and the Tri-City Chili...

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2025/07/12

In this special edition of Skin In The Game, hosts John and Tim dive into the neon-lit spectacle of Cosmic Baseball, featuring fan-favorite innovation from the Coastal Plain League’s Tri-City Chili Peppers — joined by none other than Rob Perez, the team’s award-winning general manager.

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The Changing Course: How Golf Is Evolving On and Off...

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2025/07/05

In this special edition of Skin in the Game, John and Tim take a deep dive into the world of golf. They’re joined by: Tim Fries, General Manager and Head Professional at Glen Oak Golf Club IN East Amherst, NY; Cindy Miller, LPGA professional, coach, and author; and Tim Karches, Executive Director of First Tee Western New York.

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Beyond the Perfect, Perfect Game with Kate Brownell

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2025/06/28

This week on Skin in the Game, John and Tim are joined by Kate Brownell—trailblazer, athlete, coach, and the only Little Leaguer in history to pitch a perfect game.

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53:59

The Show Must Go On with Frank Supovitz

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2025/06/21

This week on Skin in the Game, John and Tim sit down with Frank Supovitz, President and Chief Experience Officer of Fast Traffic Events & Entertainment—and one of the most respected names in sports event production.

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The Lord Stanley Cup with Phil Pritchard

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2025/06/14

This week on Skin in the Game, John and Tim sit down with Phil Pritchard, vice president of the Hockey Hall of Fame and the iconic “Keeper of the Cup.”

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On the Slopes with Dennis Eshbaugh

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2025/06/07

This week on Skin in the Game, John and Tim welcome Dennis Eshbaugh, President and CEO of Holiday Valley, to discuss the evolution of the ski and winter recreation industry—and how one resort is redefining what it means to be a year-round mountain destination.

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Behind the Blue Jays Fan Experience with Michelle Seniuk

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2025/06/02

This week on Skin in the Game, John and Tim welcome Michelle Seniuk, Senior Vice President of Fan Experience and Concessions for the Toronto Blue Jays to examine one of Major League Baseball’s most ambitious fan engagement strategies.

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Be In Buffalo: Leveraging Sports Success with Greg...

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2025/05/24

This week on Skin in the Game, John and Tim sit down with Greg Pokriki from Invest Buffalo Niagara to explore the powerful connection between sports, identity, and economic development in Western New York.

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53:58

The Legacy of Ralph C. Wilson Jr. with Brian Higgins

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2025/05/17

This week, John and Tim sit down with Brian Higgins, President of Shea’s Performing Arts Center and former U.S. Congressman, for a wide-ranging conversation rooted in Western New York pride. Higgins unpacks how investments in arts, culture, and sports help build stronger, more connected communities.

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53:59

Buffalo Bisons and Triple-A Minor League Baseball...

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2025/05/10

This week on Skin in the Game, John and Tim step up to the plate with Mike Buczkowski, President of Rich Baseball Operations, the organization behind the Buffalo Bisons.

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The Enduring Spirit of Baseball with Will Bardenwerper

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2025/05/03

This week on Skin in the Game, John Cimperman and Tim O’Shei welcome Will Bardenwerper.

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53:58

The Branding Game with Ed O’Hara

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2025/04/26

This week on Skin in the Game, John Cimperman and Tim O’Shei sit down with branding legend Ed O’Hara, founder of SME Branding.

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Sustainability, Impact and Responsibility with Green...

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2025/04/19

This week, John and Tim welcome two powerhouse voices in the sports and sustainability space: Diana Dehm, Director of Innovative, Strategic Partnerships for Good, and Scott Jenkins, Co-Founder and Board Chair of the Green Sports Alliance Foundation.

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Hockey’s International Growth and Strategy with...

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2025/04/12

This week, John and Tim welcome Rob Zepp, Senior Director of International Growth and Strategy for the National Hockey League Players’ Association, for an engaging discussion on the NHLPA's global ambitions.

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Youth Sports and Project Play WNY with Aaron Hord

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2025/04/05

This week, John and Tim welcome Aaron Hord, Director of Project Play WNY, for an engaging discussion on the transformative power of youth sports.

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53:54

Accessibility for All with Greater Buffalo Adaptive...

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2025/03/29

John and Tim sit down with the leadership team of Greater Buffalo Adaptive Sports and architect Giona Paolercio to discuss the importance of inclusiveness in sports for the disability community and their inspiring vision to build a 100% accessible sports complex in WNY.

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