The Deal Behind Sports Betting, NIL, Revenue Sharing, and the Portal with Charles Hanagriff

33 years behind the microphone in Baton Rouge — and a master class on how college sports quietly became one of the biggest deal-making machines in America.In this episode of The Deal Podcast, hosts Joshua Wilson and Scott Shea sit down with Charles Hanagriff — veteran sports broadcaster, co-host of "Live at Lunch" on 104.5 ESPN, and the voice of Eagle 98.1 Gameday for over two decades — recorded on the Baton Rouge Podcast Tour. Charles unpacks how sports betting, NIL, revenue sharing, and the transfer portal reshaped college athletics, and why private equity is now circling conferences and programs. From a $125,000 wager that cost a coach his job to the $50M football roster, he ties the business of sports to the deal-making world business owners know.🎯 What We Cover:- How sports betting changed what fans watch — and how leagues track every wager- The transfer portal as a free-agency bidding war for 18-year-olds- NIL, revenue sharing, and the $20.5M cap schools already blow past- Why staying in college now pays more than going pro for most players- Private equity's move into conferences — and the control that follows- Building audience trust over 33 years — and why honesty wins- Storytelling lessons from Omaha, Katrina, and Hurricane Andrew🤝 Connect with Charles Hanagriff:🌐 https://www.louisianasports.net/personnel/charles-hanagriff/🏢 https://www.guarantymedia.com/🤝 Connect with Co-Host Scott Shea:💼 https://www.thedealpodcast.com/guests/scott-shea/🙏 Special thanks to Co-Host Jeremy Beyt, CEO of ThreeSixtyEight, for hosting The Deal Podcast's Baton Rouge Podcast Tour.🌐 https://www.threesixtyeight.com/💼 https://www.linkedin.com/in/jeremy-beyt/💼 Thinking About a Transaction?FA Mergers helps founders, investors, and business owners navigate the full M&A process — from valuation to close. If you're exploring a sale, acquisition, or capital raise, let's talk.🔗 https://www.famergers.com/🎙️ Follow The Deal Podcast:🌐 https://www.thedealpodcast.com/💼 https://www.linkedin.com/in/joshuabrucewilson/▶️ https://www.youtube.com/@dealpodcastCurious what your business is worth? Request your free valuation at famergers.comDisclaimer: Joshua Wilson is a licensed Florida real estate broker and holds FINRA Series 79 and Series 63 licensure. The Deal Podcast is presented by FA Mergers and is produced for informational and educational purposes only. Nothing discussed constitutes investment advice, legal or tax advice, a solicitation, or a recommendation to buy or sell any security or to pursue or avoid any transaction. All views and opinions expressed by the hosts, co-hosts, and guests are their own and do not necessarily reflect the positions of FA Mergers, One Iron Network LLC, any regulatory agency, or any employer. Listeners should consult their own legal, financial, and tax professionals before making any business, financial, or transaction decision. This podcast does not constitute a solicitation or recommendation for any financial products or services.Let's Connect on LinkedIn:https://www.linkedin.com/in/joshuabrucewilson/To Contact Us, Please Visit:https://www.thedealpodcast.com/contact/