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College Athlete Revenue Revolution

Episode Summary

With the first presidential debate of the season right around the corner, Biden and Trump are still neck-and-neck in our poll. We're looking into the data to find some interesting twists on the conventional wisdom. Then, should college athletes be compensated? We’re diving into the NCAA’s new revenue-sharing model, joined by sports law attorney Luke Fedlam to analyze its implications. Then, we crack out the crystal ball for our fun fact this week!

Episode Notes

A June presidential debate has never happened but that's about to change. With that in mind, we're looking into the data from our new NPR/PBS News poll about Biden v. Trump and a whole lot more. Including how they're tied on a very unenviable metric.

Next, should we pay college athletes? Student athletes already do get some compensation in some cases, but recent court rulings and settlements have blown the discussion wide open. We look at what Americans think and then get some expert insights from sports law attorney Luke Fedlam.

Finally, pull out your crystals and Yanni CDs for our fun fact...