Friday, November 6, 2026

The Billionaire Behind Utah’s Sports Boom

In this episode of FOS Explains, we dive into the meteoric rise of Ryan Smith, the Utah billionaire transforming Salt Lake City into a major sports hub. From owning the Utah Jazz, Real Salt Lake, and Utah Royals to his latest push to bring the NHL to Salt Lake, Smith is rapidly building an impressive sports empire. Learn how Smith’s strategic acquisitions and ambitious vision are positioning Salt Lake City as the next big American sports destination. Explore his plans for a multi-billion dollar sports and entertainment district and find out what’s next for Utah’s booming sports scene.

Matt Iseman takes viewers beyond the scoreboard, inside the deals, and face-to-face with the personalities shaping sports.

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