Gabby Logan and Mark Chapman to host Global’s The Sports Agents

Global sign BBC talent for major new sports podcast

Global, the Media & Entertainment Group, unveiled today the latest addition to its acclaimed The News Agents brand: The Sports Agents podcast.

Expanding the realm of the “Agents” franchise to include sports, The Sports Agents will be hosted by two of the UK’s most esteemed broadcasters, Gabby Logan and Mark Chapman.

Building on the immense success of Global’s chart-topping podcast, The News Agents, which recently surpassed 70 million downloads, The Sports Agents is set to debut this spring, with new episodes dropping every Tuesday and Thursday.

The Sports Agents promises to merge vast sports knowledge and extensive experience across all disciplines. Hosted by Gabby Logan and Mark Chapman, it will offer an insider’s viewpoint on major sporting narratives, featuring exclusive interviews from flagship events like the men’s EURO 2024, the Six Nations, Wimbledon Championships, and the 2024 Summer Olympics in Paris.

Ashley Tabor-King CBE, Founder & Executive President of Global, expressed excitement about expanding The News Agents brand into sports and welcomed Gabby and Mark to collaborate on this original Global Player podcast.

James Rea, Chief Broadcasting and Content Officer at Global, emphasized the opportune timing for The Sports Agents’ launch, citing the hosts’ stellar broadcasting prowess and their ability to blend insight, expertise, and humor seamlessly.

Vicky Etchells, Head of News and Factual Podcasts at Global, highlighted The Sports Agents’ unique approach to sports storytelling and credited Gabby, Mark, and the production team for their camaraderie and dedication.

Set to premiere in early Spring, The Sports Agents will release new episodes every Tuesday and Thursday evening on Global Player.

Global Player serves as the entertainment hub for Global, offering listeners access to all of its radio brands, award-winning podcasts, and meticulously curated playlists for free on mobile through the Global Player app, online, and via smart speakers.

Global boasts a roster of acclaimed and chart-topping podcasts, including The News Agents brand (comprising The News Agents, The News Agents Investigates, and The News Agents USA), Big Fish with Spencer Matthews, My Therapist Ghosted Me, and Filthy Ritual.

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