Michael Rubin talks Knicks championship, Jada’s “White Party” invitation & Meek Mill frendship
Summary
Joe Crack and Jada interview Michael Rubin, CEO of Fanatics, at Fanatics Fest. They discuss the New York Knicks' championship, the growth of sports trading cards, and Rubin's pivotal role in freeing Meek Mill. The conversation also covers the Reform Alliance, the White Party, and the upcoming Fanatics Games competition.
Topics discussed
Intro ads for TexNow, McDonald's, United, and ChatGPT
Joe and Jada intro and hype for guest Michael Rubin
Discussion about the White Party and Fanatics Fest
Origin story of Fanatics and its growth during COVID
Knicks winning the championship and record-breaking parade
1800 Tequila ad and details on Fanatics Fest experience
Michael Rubin's friendship with Meek Mill and the probation hearing
The Reform Alliance and criminal justice reform efforts
Ads for Hard Rock Bet, McDonald's, TexNow, M&M's, and health
Rubin's philosophy on unity, gratitude, and avoiding politics
Fanatics Games competition and celebrity pairings
Rubin's punctuality, fear of planes, and show merch
Outro ads for McDonald's, Beach Bum, and Grainger
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