
Taxing the spotlight
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<p>We shine a light on the complex world of tax for those in the sports and entertainment industries. Each episode, we'll we joined by industry experts, tax professionals, and high-profile individuals to uncover the secrets to navigating complex tax landscapes in fast-paced industries.</p>
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Recent Episodes

July 8, 2026
Beyond the finish line: the tax issues for cyclists
This episode looks behind the glamour of the Tour de France and explains how professional cyclists navigate tax rules across multiple countries. Pete Hackleton sits down with James Taylor to unpack what professional road cyclists really have to manage off the bike, from pay structures and sponsorship deals to the practical realities of global tax compliance. We talk through the earning landscape, from superstar contracts at the very top of the sport to UCI minimum salary thresholds and ...

May 19, 2026
Football transfers, the World Cup and competing internationally: the UK tax risks for footballers
A football transfer is more than a new contract or a move between clubs—it can completely reshape a player’s UK tax position, often with unexpected consequences. In this episode, Ross Tracy and Nick Hall join host Pete Hackleton to explore the key tax risks facing footballers and agents when moving into or out of the UK. They discuss cross-border complexities, from double tax treaties to sponsorships, image rights, and other income, and explain why paying tax overseas (or leaving the UK) does...

February 24, 2026
MTD for Income Tax: understanding the new rules and how to prepare
The UK’s shift to Making Tax Digital for Income Tax is no longer a distant headline; it’s a fixed deadline that will change how affected people and landlords keep records, file, and plan. We bring clarity to this complex rollout, explaining what MTD requires, who’s in scope, and how to avoid the penalties that will catch late filers off guard. We walk through the timeline: mandatory adoption for those with combined self‑employment and UK property income above £50,000 from April 2026, d...
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- What is Taxing the spotlight?
<p>We shine a light on the complex world of tax for those in the sports and entertainment industries. Each episode, we'll we joined by industry experts, tax professionals, and high-profile individuals to uncover the secrets to navigating complex tax landscapes in fast-paced industries.</p> - How often does this podcast release new episodes?
This podcast updates daily.
- Where can I listen to this podcast?
This podcast is available on 4 platforms including Apple Podcasts, Spotify, and more. You can also use the RSS feed directly.
- Does this podcast accept guests?
Yes, this podcast regularly features guests.
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