"We try our best to respect the game and showcase and display it in a fashion that might be a little bit more appetizing for a different group of people that are watching alongside the best play commentators on Earth."
"There are some reasons why the NFL and Roger Goodell might be open to renegotiating their media rights deals next year. However, there are more reasons for Goodell to wait an additional year"
"ESPN has never had more reach. More power. More control. But if you’re looking for true variety in voices, tone, or perspective, that might be harder to find"
"This consolidation reflects a broader shift happening in the industry: the move away from high-cost, narrative-first podcasting toward more scalable, monetizable, and creator-driven formats."
As part of the transition, Wondery COO Marshall Lewy will move over to Audible, while the Wondery+ subscription team will now report to Audible leadership.
"The only ones likely to benefit from this potential purchase are the NFL and ESPN. The consumer will again be overlooked, asked to pay more for the same product they already enjoy—all in the name of business."
"We look forward to honoring the content that moved audiences in 2026 and continuing the Gracies’ long-standing investment in the people who will shape what comes next.”