Live Nation
Mentioned in 40 analyzed podcast episodes across 10 shows
A major live events and ticketing company that dominates the concert and comedy tour promotion space, distributing tickets for major artists and festivals. The company has become a significant focus of antitrust scrutiny from the DOJ, while also expanding aggressively with a $1 billion investment in new venues and 250 million tickets sold in the US in 2024. Podcasts discuss Live Nation in contexts ranging from regulatory challenges to its role as a comparable business model for entertainment industry consolidation.
Mentioned On
Episode Mentions
New Rory & MAL · May 12, 2026
Episode 492 | Trolling Loud
“Discussed as monopolistic ticketing and venue owner controlling concert access, pricing, and artist opportunities across the industry”
WSJ What’s News · May 6, 2026
Samsung Hits $1 Trillion Milestone as AI Demand Soars
“Live entertainment provider swung to loss this quarter due to $450M antitrust legal charge but revenue grew on strong concert demand”
We Fixed It. You're Welcome. · May 5, 2026
Napster’s Confusing Comeback
“Concert promotion company; Seth Schachner has worked with them on partnerships”
Music Saved Me Podcast · Apr 29, 2026
Exploring Emotional Healing Through Music: Owen Grover's Inspiring Story and Insights
“Concert promoter and festival developer mentioned as having responsibility for youth mental health integration at events”
The Determined Society with Shawn French · Apr 27, 2026
The Country Star, Tyler Filmore, Who Refused to Quit
“Entertainment company representative mentioned in context of country music festival and artist coordination”
The Daily · Apr 23, 2026
Ticketmaster’s Big Loss in Court
“Primary defendant found liable of monopoly in concert promotion and ticketing; controls hundreds of venues and 600M annual tickets”
The Opinions · Apr 22, 2026
‘The Rich Don’t Play by the Rules. So Why Should I?’
“Listed among 88 corporations that made $105 billion in profits in 2025 while paying zero dollars in income taxes”
Elon Musk Podcast · Apr 21, 2026
How 88 Profitable Corporations Paid Zero Tax
“Live entertainment company that enjoyed $98M in untaxed domestic income through tax provisions”
The Joe Budden Podcast · Apr 18, 2026
Episode 921 | "Cheeks Come Out At Night"
“Concert promotion and venue ownership company operating in conjunction with Ticketmaster as integrated monopoly in live entertainment”
Bannon`s War Room · Apr 16, 2026
Episode 5306: Disbarment Of John Eastman; The Corporate Corruption Of Music
“Music industry monopoly convicted of illegal monopolistic practices; uses NDAs and intimidation to control artists and workers”
Best of The Roula Show with Eric · Apr 16, 2026
6a Fleet Week, Eric Rodeo Goat Review, Scoop Ticket Master Lawsuit, Rush E Piano and Latty Astros Fleet Week Interviews 04-16-26
“Federal court ruled Live Nation created monopoly squashing competition and driving up ticket prices; DOJ settlement announced but 30+ states continue litigation”
Mojo In The Morning · Apr 16, 2026
Dirty 4: Sydney Sweeney Facing Backlash for New Euphoria Season
“Found guilty by federal jury of maintaining illegal monopoly over live entertainment and ticketing industry alongside Ticketmaster”
Morning Brew Daily · Apr 16, 2026
Wait, Allbirds is Pivoting to AI? & Jury Calls Live Nation a Monopoly
“Concert giant found guilty of operating illegal monopoly, controlling 70% of major venues and 86% of ticketing”
Drink Champs · Apr 8, 2026
#Throwback Episode - w/ Mysonne & Chi Ali | (Ep.78)
“Discussed as model for touring infrastructure that hip-hop artists lack compared to rock acts”
On Purpose with Jay Shetty · Apr 8, 2026
David Grutman: The Career Advice Everyone Gets Wrong (#1 Key to Opening Doors That Lead to Success)
“Grutman sold 51% of his company to Live Nation right before COVID; Michael Rapino partnered on Latin music expansion”
Tony Mantor's : Almost Live..... Nashville · Apr 7, 2026
Tommy D : His 15 year battle with Live Nation
“Primary defendant in 15-year antitrust lawsuit; alleged to use monopolistic practices including artist blocking and Ticketmaster control to eliminate competition”
Daily Dose of Dana · Apr 7, 2026
Blake & Justin Won't SETTLE, Taylor Frankie Paul Files Restraining Order & Savannah's New Rules
“Concert promotion company that spent millions planning Kanye West UK festival appearances before his visa denial and ban”
Bannon`s War Room · Mar 25, 2026
Episode 5246: Live Pre-Game From CPAC
“Referenced as example of oligarch concentration of power during Obama administration”
R&B Money · Mar 25, 2026
KevOnStage
“Major venue promoter that charges 30% commission on merchandise and imposes non-negotiable fees, contrasted with church venue economics”
How Did This Get Made? · Mar 20, 2026
Last Looks: Law Abiding Citizen
“Mentioned as parent company of fictional 'Dead Nation' ticket service in satirical sponsor segment about execution ticketing.”
Bannon`s War Room · Mar 19, 2026
Episode 5228: Democrats Continue To Fight Against Saving Our Elections; State Attorney General's Continue Fight Against Live Nation
“Subject of multi-state antitrust lawsuit for vertical integration monopoly controlling venues, Ticketmaster, and promotion”
Law and Chaos · Mar 17, 2026
Ep 213 — As DOJ Implodes, Judiciary Shows Signs Of Life
“Concert monopoly owner of Ticketmaster facing antitrust trial; settled with federal DOJ but states continuing litigation with jury trial ongoing”
Bannon`s War Room · Mar 16, 2026
Episode 5220: Secret Deals Behind Live Nation Settlement; SAVE America Act Must Pass
“Entertainment monopoly under antitrust scrutiny; executives admitted to price gouging in leaked chat logs; $280M settlement deemed inadequate by state AGs”
Law and Chaos · Mar 13, 2026
Ep 212 — Trump Comes Up With Magical Insurance Plan To Make Tankers Cross Strait of Hormuz
“Parent company of Ticketmaster; subject of DOJ antitrust lawsuit; settled mid-trial, compromising state plaintiffs' cases”
Mojo In The Morning · Mar 11, 2026
Dirty 4: Dak Prescott Had Burner Social Media Accounts to Cheat
“Concert promotion company named in lawsuit filed by Ivana Ortiz against Billie Eilish regarding noise complaints”
NPR News Now · Mar 9, 2026
NPR News: 03-09-2026 7PM EDT
“Reached tentative DOJ antitrust settlement allowing competitors access to 50% of amphitheater tickets with service fee caps”
Celebrity Jobber Podcast with Jeff Zito · Mar 6, 2026
Celebrity Jobber with Jeff Zito - Gil Moore from Triumph
“Promoter that approached Triumph about touring after their Stanley Cup Finals performance, which the band initially declined”
Club Shay Shay · Mar 5, 2026
Club Shay Shay - Matt Rife Part 2
“Provided tour guarantees and arena booking infrastructure for Rife's scaling from comedy clubs to arena venues”
Club Shay Shay · Mar 5, 2026
Club Shay Shay - Matt Rife Part 1
“Live Nation inquired about Rife's pre-show routine and set preparation process”
Joe and Jada · Mar 4, 2026
The Real Report - Tony Yayo & Uncle Murda Breakdown The Fall Of Rolling Loud Australia, Spotify's Next Leaders Of Hip-Hop, Hip-Hop In The Rock & Roll Hall Of Fame, & Dog Lovers
“Event promotion company mentioned in context of Australian tour experiences and yacht entertainment”
WSJ What’s News · Feb 12, 2026
Trump Administration Ends Its Immigration Surge in Minnesota
“Subject of major antitrust case being pursued by DOJ under departing antitrust chief Gail Slater”
The Sports Junkies · Feb 12, 2026
Full Show - Washington’s A Super Bowl Sleeper
“Ticketing partner for Matt Rife comedy tour promotion and event distribution”
A Bit of Optimism · Feb 10, 2026
When Pop Fandom Becomes a Force for Good with AJR’s Adam Met
“Sold 250 million tickets in US in 2024 and announced billion-dollar investment in new venues”
Juicy Scoop with Heather McDonald · Feb 10, 2026
Bad Bunny, Super Bowl, Conspiracy Theories with Ian Edwards
“Major venue booking company allegedly refusing to book Kanye West performances in America”
The Stardom Cast (New) · Feb 8, 2026
The Marigold Standard #81: New Years Golden Garden 2026 Nights 5 & 6 Reviews!
“Ticket distributor for Ozzfest 2027 revival being negotiated by Sharon Osbourne”
The Glass Cannon Podcast · Jan 20, 2026
State of the Naish 2026
“Ticketing platform referenced as charging excessive fees on VIP packages, prompting direct sales strategy”
Drink Champs · Jan 16, 2026
Episode 486 w/ Turk
“Tour promoter involved in Wayne-led tour with payment disputes and backend compensation issues”
Shawn Stockman's On That Note · Dec 10, 2025
AJ Mclean | Backstreet Boys
“Major concert promoter involved in pitching and developing Backstreet Boys Sphere residency”
We Fixed It. You're Welcome. · Nov 18, 2025
Ticketmaster & Unfixed Price Tactics: What’s The Real Cost?
“Parent company of Ticketmaster; discussed as monopolistic entity controlling venues and ticket distribution”
All-In with Chamath, Jason, Sacks & Friedberg · Nov 5, 2025
Ari Emanuel on the Future of Entertainment: Hollywood, AI, Creator Economy, YouTube vs Netflix
“Pure-play music events company mentioned as comparable to Endeavor's new live events business strategy”