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Ben Mintz
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Interim VP of Football Operations, Barstool Sports
Chicago
Beats
slu basketball, mizzou footballCovers: st. louis cardinals, mizzou basketball rams, college basketball college football, national hockey league st. louis blues, nhl
extreme sports
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By Ben Mintz| Barstool Sports@ When I weighed 300 pounds in 2020, I would have NEVER dreamed running a marathon would be possible.... but here we are!At the beginning of 2025, I was gassed running 2 miles & weighed 258 pounds. With the help of Jenks, I am 235 3 months later running 20-25 miles a week. We have already come a LONG way but might as well go a little farther...... My original goal this year was to run a 1/2 Marathon like I did at St Jude in Memphis in December of 2023.
By Ben Mintz| Barstool Sports@ All hell broke loose last night on the Stool After Dark stream. First, I was brought in to replace Brandon Walker, which was a surprise to Tate. Him and I teamed up to take on Frank The Tank & Mikey Bets in a furniture building competition. Shockingly, I do not know the first thing about building IKEA furniture. My job was to read directions to Tate and had no clue they would be pictures and not words. This led to a ROUGH start.....
By Ben Mintz| Barstool Sports@ When I weighed 300 pounds in 2020, I would have NEVER dreamed running a marathon would be possible.... but here we are!At the beginning of 2025, I was gassed running 2 miles & weighed 258 pounds. With the help of Jenks, I am 235 3 months later running 20-25 miles a week. We have already come a LONG way but might as well go a little farther...... My original goal this year was to run a 1/2 Marathon like I did at St Jude in Memphis in December of 2023.
Company Info
Barstool Sports
Barstool Sports is a digital media company that focuses on sports, pop culture, and gambling-related content. Founded in 2003 by David Portnoy, it began as a print publication and transitioned to a digital platform in 2007. The company has grown significantly, generating $150 million in revenue in 2020 and achieving a valuation of $450 million. Barstool Sports produces a variety of digital content, including blogs, articles, and videos, and engages audiences through social media platforms like Twitter, Instagram, and YouTube. The company is known for its popular podcasts, such as "Pardon My Take" and "The Dave Portnoy Show." It also operates the Barstool Sportsbook, which has handled substantial betting volumes since its launch. Additionally, Barstool partners with universities to create localized content and events, enhancing its connection with college audiences. The brand is characterized by its loyal fanbase and a unique blend of media and gambling operations.
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Founded: 2003