The Stadia Podcast
The Stadia Magazine Podcast is your go-to for all things stadium management, featuring conversations with the people behind some of the world’s best and most innovative stadia
The Stadia Podcast
Latest Episodes
Henry Valentino of eConnect on how AI biometrics are reshaping stadium operations
Henry Valentino is founder, CEO and president of eConnect, provider of intelligent surveillance software that helps venues turn their existing camera network into a powerful security tool. In discussion with Stadia editor Saul Wordsworth, Henry...
Guillermo Garcia of IMG on ticket prices, security and stadium trends
Guillermo Garcia is director, stadia and arena consulting, IMG. An architect by training, Guillermo spent three years at FIFA Working on venue operations for the 2022 and 2026 World Cups. Now entrenched with IMG, he believes in stadia as an imp...
Tayo Gama of Gensler on the future of sports architecture
Tayo Gama is sports leader, senior associate with architect Gensler. With a focus on evolving sports venues and successfully integrating them into their surrounding environments and communities, her portfolio includes venues for the Olympic Gam...
Paul Michael, MD of Coventry Building Society Arena, on driving growth
Paul Michael is managing director of award-winning Coventry Building Society Arena in the UK. In conversation with Stadia editor, Saul Wordsworth, he discusses improving fan experience, becoming a 24/7 365 destination, and the challenges that c...
Andy Bishop, Sky Sports commentator, on the contrast between European soccer and the NFL
Andy Bishop is a Sky Sports soccer commentator, and an occasional NFL summariser. In conversation with Stadia editor Saul Wordsworth, Andy offers his view from the gantry on the changing face of British stadiums, the contrast with the NFL, what...