Chapter
The Story of How ESPN Was Created
37:00 - 40:37 (03:36)
The co-founders of ESPN, Bill Rasmussen and his son Scott, discuss the origins of the worldwide leader in sports broadcasting, including the creation of the name, pitching the idea to investors, and the first day of broadcasting.
Clips
The speaker recalls offering a bank a deal where they will deposit 50% of an agreed amount, without knowing where the idea came from; and talks about the negative reaction of a committee member named Walter Byers during a TV committee meeting in October.
37:00 - 38:43 (01:42)
Summary
The speaker recalls offering a bank a deal where they will deposit 50% of an agreed amount, without knowing where the idea came from; and talks about the negative reaction of a committee member named Walter Byers during a TV committee meeting in October.
ChapterThe Story of How ESPN Was Created
Episode#569: ESPN Co-Founder Bill Rasmussen — Fear{less} with Tim Ferriss
PodcastThe Tim Ferriss Show
This episode talks about the successful launch of ESPN, from securing commitments to signing subscribers and hiring team members before finally going on air.
38:43 - 40:13 (01:29)
Summary
This episode talks about the successful launch of ESPN, from securing commitments to signing subscribers and hiring team members before finally going on air. The importance of asking "why not?" and taking action is also highlighted.
ChapterThe Story of How ESPN Was Created
Episode#569: ESPN Co-Founder Bill Rasmussen — Fear{less} with Tim Ferriss
PodcastThe Tim Ferriss Show
The contractor assured that they would have the building ready and they did before the deadline.
40:13 - 40:37 (00:24)
Summary
The contractor assured that they would have the building ready and they did before the deadline. They finished the building at 6:30 pm.