Sports Business Podcast with Prof. C - Fordham Gabelli School of Business

In this episode of The Author Series on The Sports Business Podcast with Prof. C, Professor Mark Conrad speaks with journalist Danny Funt, author of Everybody Loses: The Tumultuous Rise of American Sports Gambling. Funt examines the rapid expansion of legalized sports betting in the United States and offers a critical perspective on the forces driving its growth, including the evolving role of professional sports leagues, media partnerships, and major betting operators. The conversation explores how the rise of mobile and in-game wagering is reshaping fan engagement, while also raising important questions about regulation, consumer protection, and the integrity of competition. Funt also addresses growing concerns surrounding problem gambling and the broader implications of an increasingly accessible and normalized betting environment. This episode provides a timely and thought-provoking look at one of the most consequential developments in the modern sports industry, and what it may mean for its future. Host and Executive Producer: Mark Conrad Producer: Victoria Ilano Additional Production: Jeffrey Haynes Artwork: Pamela V. White Music: ”MarcusWay/Energetic Pop Punk/Tribe of Noise”

In 2026, a new competition is reshaping the sports betting landscape and it has nothing to do with athletes or teams. Instead, it is a legal and regulatory conflict between state-licensed sports betting operators and a new class of federally regulated prediction markets. In this episode, Prof. C explores how this dispute could redefine sports betting regulation, shift billions of dollars in tax revenue, and permanently alter the balance of power between state governments and federal regulators. Host and Executive Producer: Mark Conrad Producer: Victoria Ilano Additional Production: Jeffrey Haynes Artwork: Pamela V. White Marketing: Michelle Miller Music: ”MarcusWay/Energetic Pop Punk/Tribe of Noise”

In this episode of The Sports Business Podcast with Prof. C, Professor Mark Conrad takes a compelling look at how the rapid growth of legalized sports betting is reshaping the integrity of both professional and collegiate athletics. With recent scandals involving athletes and coaches drawing new attention to the issue, Prof. C breaks down how modern wagering systems and the structural forces behind today's betting landscape have created pressures and vulnerabilities few anticipated. Host and Executive Producer: Mark Conrad Producer: Victoria Ilano Additional Production: Jeffrey Haynes Artwork: Pamela V. White Marketing: Michelle Miller Music: ”MarcusWay/Energetic Pop Punk/Tribe of Noise”

The National Football League isn't just a sports league - it's an economic and cultural empire. NFL games dominate television ratings, team valuations are skyrocketing, and the league's global expansion shows no sign of slowing down. Commissioner Roger Goodell rules as Regent, while team owners reign as the Princes and Princesses of this powerhouse kingdom. How did the NFL become the envy of the sports world? How did it monetize its product so effectively, and wield such bare-knuckled ruthlessness in dealing with politicians, the media, and even its own partners? Those questions are explored in Every Day is Sunday: How Jerry Jones, Robert Kraft, and Roger Goodell Turned the NFL into a Cultural & Economic Juggernaut, the new book by veteran journalist Ken Belson. In this episode of the Sports Business Podcast with Prof. C, Ken shares behind-the-scenes stories, insider insights, and lessons from covering the league's most powerful figures, and what the NFL's future might hold. Host and Executive Producer: Mark Conrad Producer: Victoria Ilano Additional Production: Jeffrey Haynes Artwork: Pamela V. White Marketing: Michelle Miller Music: ”MarcusWay/Energetic Pop Punk/Tribe of Noise”

In recent years, reports of sexual assault involving young athletes have revealed a troubling side of sports. Abuse by coaches, medical professionals, managers, and even fellow athletes has occurred in the United States and abroad, leaving lasting scars on victims, both women and men. These cases raise pressing questions: Have sports organizations and law enforcement done enough to hold perpetrators accountable, protect athletes, and prevent future abuse? The Army of Survivors is a leading voice for athletes who have experienced sexual assault, working to raise awareness and drive systemic change from the perspective of survivors themselves. In this episode of The Sports Business Podcast with Prof. C, I speak with two of the organization's leaders to discuss its history, mission, and the future: The Army of Survivors' Executive Director, Julie Ann Rivers-Cochran, and its President and Founder, Grace French. Join us for a powerful and timely conversation you won't want to miss. Host and Executive Producer: Mark Conrad Producer: Victoria Ilano Additional Production: Jeffrey Haynes Artwork: Pamela V. White Marketing: Michelle Miller Music: ”MarcusWay/Energetic Pop Punk/Tribe of Noise”

Labor unions were formed to represent workers in negotiations with their employers, built on the promise of transparency and accountability. But what happens when union leadership operates behind closed doors, keeping members in the dark about key strategies and decisions? The National Football League Players' Association has faced its share of transparency challenges; the latest culminating in the resignation of both its executive director and president. How did it come to this, and can the union be reformed? Find out in the latest episode of the Sports Business Podcast with Prof. C. Host and Executive Producer: Mark Conrad Producer: Victoria Ilano Additional Production: Jeffrey Haynes Artwork: Pamela V. White Marketing: Michelle Miller Music: ”MarcusWay/Energetic Pop Punk/Tribe of Noise”

Millions of children and teens participate in some form of organized sports activities. But millions of others do not. Some stay involved throughout their childhood and teen years, while others quit by adolescence. This poses some serious questions. While the benefits of youth sports have often been repeated enough to be a truism, that general notion often skips some warning signs. Is the present system of organized sport the best way to support youth and teen well-being? Are there too many other stakeholders affecting the youth sport experience, including parents, coaches, schools, media, and the college and Olympic sports movements? Should the legal norms and political atmosphere be changed?  Addressing these questions is today's guest, Dionne Koller, professor of law and director of the Center for Sport and the Law at the University of Baltimore Law School. Her book, More Than Play: How Law, Policy and Politics Shape American Youth Sport, has just been published by the University of California Press. Dionne is the first guest in a new series spotlighting authors of important new books addressing key issues in sports. Tune in for an informative and timely conversation. Host and Executive Producer: Mark Conrad Producer: Victoria Ilano Additional Production: Jeffrey Haynes Artwork: Pamela V. White Marketing: Michelle Miller Music: ”MarcusWay/Energetic Pop Punk/Tribe of Noise”

Since the U.S. Supreme Court allowed states to legalize sports betting, 37 states and the District of Columbia have created regulated sportsbooks. From a financial standpoint, the results have been striking: since 2018, over half a trillion dollars have been legally wagered on sports in the U.S. But is this surge in legal sports betting good for society? In the latest episode, Prof. Mark Conrad - known as Prof. C - explores this question. Drawing on his 2024 article in the Harvard Journal of Sports and Entertainment Law, he discusses the potential harms of widespread gambling and outlines his proposals to limit advertising and promotional tactics. Read the full article: Harvard Journal of Sports and Entertainment Law (2024) Listen now to the latest episode of the Sports Business Podcast with Prof. C. Host: Mark Conrad Producer: Victoria Ilano Additional Production: Jeffrey Haynes Artwork: Pamela V. White Marketing: Michelle Miller Music: ”MarcusWay/Energetic Pop Punk/Tribe of Noise”

On April 15, 1947, Jackie Robinson broke the color barrier and became the first African American athlete in modern times to play for a major league baseball team. When he donned number 42 for the Brooklyn Dodgers, he became a civil rights icon who endured a great deal of abuse and whose patience was tested in every game during the first few seasons he played. After he retired from baseball, Robinson became more active in the civil rights movement. What would he think of the Trump Administration's policy scrapping DEI initiatives if he was alive today? Tune in to this episode of the Sports Business Podcast with Prof. C. to find out. Host: Mark Conrad Producer: Victoria Ilano Additional Production: Jeffrey Haynes Artwork: Pamela V. White Marketing: Michelle Miller Music: ”MarcusWay/Energetic Pop Punk/Tribe of Noise”

Major League Baseball and ESPN had an ugly divorce recently as the venerable sports network opted out of its contract with MLB for broadcast rights, reflecting the uncertain media landscape of the National Pastime. Get the background of the divorce and the future of baseball broadcasting in this episode of Prof. Mark Conrad's "Sports Business Podcast with Prof. C." Host: Mark Conrad Producer: Victoria Ilano Additional Production: Jeffrey Haynes Artwork: Pamela V. White Marketing: Michelle Miller Music: ”MarcusWay/Energetic Pop Punk/Tribe of Noise”

The growing professionalization of college sports has meant that many young athletes receive compensation for their name, image, and likeness (NIL). In the near future, they may also receive salaries and additional benefits; giving them access to considerable sums of money and, with it, the potential for being victimized by fraudsters and scammers who may target these athletes because of their financial situation, notoriety, and popularity. In this episode of the Sports Business Podcast with Prof. C. we explore the outreach efforts of the Chicago Regional Office of the Securities and Exchange Commission to educate college athletes about the SEC, the specific roles and responsibilities of investment professionals, the scope of financial fraud, and tips to help avoid being a fraud victim. Malinda Pileggi, a Supervisory Attorney Adviser in the Division of Examinations at the SEC's Chicago Regional Office, joins the podcast to discuss these programs. Tune in for an informative and timely conversation on safeguarding the financial futures of college athletes. Host: Mark Conrad Producer: Victoria Ilano Additional Production: Jeffrey Haynes Artwork: Pamela V. White Marketing: Michelle Miller Music: ”MarcusWay/Energetic Pop Punk/Tribe of Noise”

Juan Soto's monster contract with the New York Mets raises questions regarding his tax liability in New York. While he works for a New York team, the intricacies of his contract - notably his $75 million signing bonus - are out of the hands of the New York taxman. How does this happen? Check out our latest episode with one of our frequent guests - tax expert Robert Raiola, who has worked with over 100 professional athletes across the five major sports. He dives into how Soto's contract is structured and why he does not have to pay one cent of his bonus to New York. Tune in for a fascinating discussion! Host: Mark Conrad Producer: Victoria Ilano Additional Production: Jeffrey Haynes Artwork: Pamela V. White Marketing: Michelle Miller Music: ”MarcusWay/Energetic Pop Punk/Tribe of Noise”

On January 20th, Donald Trump will assume the presidency, and it is safe to say that his administration will make changes in certain areas of sports law. What will they be? It is likely to include changes in transgender rights, for one. For other predictions, check out Professor Mark Conrad on his podcast "Sports Business Podcast with Prof. C." Host: Mark Conrad Producer: Victoria Ilano Additional Production: Jeffrey Haynes Artwork: Pamela V. White Marketing: Michelle Miller Music: ”MarcusWay/Energetic Pop Punk/Tribe of Noise”

The Anti-Defamation League reports that more than 10,000 antisemitic incidents occurred in the United States between October 7, 2023, and September 2024 – a huge jump from 3,300 incidents the prior year. This podcast outlines the way that the sports industry could help in combating this scourge  -- from education to sanctions and disciplinary actions. Tune in to this edition of the Sports Business Podcast with Prof. C. to learn more. Host: Mark Conrad Producer: Victoria Ilano Additional Production: Jeffrey Haynes Artwork: Pamela V. White Marketing: Michelle Miller Music: ”MarcusWay/Energetic Pop Punk/Tribe of Noise” 

This episode of the Sports Business Podcast with Prof. C takes a break from controversial issues and focuses on “Pop-A-Shot” an arcade basketball game played by families and friends. Recently, a national competition for the champion Pop-A-Shot player took place, and one of the finalists was my colleague Prof. Luke Kachersky, who teaches marketing at the Gabelli School of Business. I invited Luke and Nick Gonzalez, Vice President of Marketing for Pop-A-Shot to join me for a lively session about marketing and participating in this competition on national television. Please tune in! Host: Mark Conrad Producer: Victoria Ilano Additional Production: Jeffrey Haynes Artwork: Pamela V. White Marketing: Michelle Miller Music: ”MarcusWay/Energetic Pop Punk/Tribe of Noise” 

U.S. athletes made an impressive showing at the Paris Olympics, winning 126 medals to lead all other nations. Much of the credit has gone to the college sports system, which has given track and field, swimming, and gymnastics athletes the opportunity to work under elite coaches in first-class facilities. However, with the likelihood of student-athlete compensation, sports programs that favor Olympic sports may be adversely affected and it may decrease the medal results. Tune in to this edition of the Sports Business Podcast with Prof. C. to learn more. Host: Mark Conrad Producer: Victoria Ilano Additional Production: Jeffrey Haynes Artwork: Pamela V. White Marketing: Michelle Miller Music: ”MarcusWay/Energetic Pop Punk/Tribe of Noise”

The Olympic Movement takes itself very seriously. The often-portentous opening ceremonies invoke goals of peace and respect for athletes the world over. Unfortunately, those goals were not evident in the pouring rain of this opening ceremony in Paris. Ask the musicians who had to play in pouring rain and whose instruments were permanently destroyed. Tune in to this edition of the Sports Business Podcast with Prof. C. to learn more.   Host: Mark Conrad Producer: Victoria Ilano Additional Production: Jeffrey Haynes Artwork: Pamela V. White Marketing: Michelle Miller Music: ”MarcusWay/Energetic Pop Punk/Tribe of Noise” 

It was recently revealed that nearly half of China’s swimming team tested positive for a banned substance just months before the Tokyo Olympics in 2021, but the athletes were still allowed to compete. Apparently, China's Anti-Doping Agency concluded that the swimmers ingested the performance-enhancing prescription heart drug known as TMZ, unwittingly and did not enforce sanctions. Shockingly, the international agency known as the World Anti-doping Agency declined to challenge the decision, allowing the alleged offenders to compete and collect up to half a dozen medals for China. How can this be tolerated? Tune in to this edition of the Sports Business Podcast with Prof. C. to learn more. Host: Mark Conrad Producer: Victoria Ilano Additional Production: Jeffrey Haynes Artwork: Pamela V. White Marketing: Michelle Miller Music: ”MarcusWay/Energetic Pop Punk/Tribe of Noise”

The final match in this important regional soccer tournament turned out to be an embarrassment for host country United States when some fans entered the stadium without tickets, causing delays, health concerns for fans waiting in the stifling heat and damage to the facility. Why did this happen? And what can be done before the U.S. hosts the bulk of the 2026 World Cup tournament? Tune in to this edition of the Sports Business Podcast with Prof. C. to learn more. Host: Mark Conrad Producer: Victoria Ilano Additional Production: Jeffrey Haynes Artwork: Pamela V. White Marketing: Michelle Miller Music: ”MarcusWay/Energetic Pop Punk/Tribe of Noise”

When negotiating contracts, the question: ”Who has the leverage?” is critical. The world of sports is no exception, and powerful sports organizations often have the leverage to negotiate contracts that give them significant advantages. FIFA’s recently negotiated contract with MetLife Stadium, which secured it as the venue for the final match of the 2026 Men’s World Cup, provides a great illustration of this phenomenon, and the ways in which sports organizations gain the upper hand when brokering massive deals. Tune in to this edition of the Sports Business Podcast with Prof. C. to learn more. Host: Mark Conrad Producer: Victoria Ilano Additional Production: Jeffrey Haynes Artwork: Pamela V. White Marketing: Michelle Miller Music: ”MarcusWay/Energetic Pop Punk/Tribe of Noise”

Is doping in sports defensible in certain situations? Are the rules prohibiting performance-enhancing drugs too restrictive and impractical? This is not a commonly held perspective in lieu of the present views of athletes and international sports organizations, but a new book by this episode’s guest, Alexander Hutchison, Ph.D., editor-in-chief: Current Protocols, tries to refute the common wisdom. Whether you agree with his views or not, this episode of the Sports Business Podcast with Prof. C. interviews Hutchison, providing an outlet for his ideas on reforming this system. It makes for interesting listening. Tune in now. Host: Mark Conrad Producer: Victoria Ilano Additional Production: Jeffrey Haynes Artwork: Pamela V. White Marketing: Michelle Miller Music: ”MarcusWay/Energetic Pop Punk/Tribe of Noise”

The announcement of a settlement of three class action antitrust cases filed against the NCAA and the major conferences may end the immediate cases, but many issues remain open before the issue of athlete compensation and labor rights is resolved. Professor Mark Conrad explains in the latest ”Sports Business Podcast with Prof. C” episode. Host: Mark Conrad Producer: Victoria Ilano Additional Production: Jeffrey Haynes Artwork: Pamela V. White Marketing: Michelle Miller Music: ”MarcusWay/Energetic Pop Punk/Tribe of Noise”

For this episode of the Sports Business Podcast with Prof. C, we dive into what is known as “immersive technology” and how this kind of delivery system can rethink how sports teams and brands can engage with fans. Prof. C. interviewed James Giglio, the founder and CEO of MVP Interactive, a firm that engages in using immersive technology in the sports area. It is a fascinating guide into the latest sphere of sports and technology. Enjoy! Host: Mark Conrad Producer: Victoria Ilano Additional Production: Jeffrey Haynes Artwork: Pamela V. White Marketing: Michelle Miller Music: ”MarcusWay/Energetic Pop Punk/Tribe of Noise”

With multiple lawsuits, unionization efforts by college students, and state laws allowing students to sign NIL deals, the NCAA has been pummeled in the courts, the states, the National Labor Relations Board, and the court of public opinion. In this episode of the Sports Business Podcast with Prof. C., he examines the mounting challenges this venerable organization faces, and the ways in which it could solve its problems and reform college athletics. Hard decisions will have to be made and purists won’t like it, but, as Professor Conrad explains, a brave new world will await the NCAA, like it or not. Tune in! Host: Mark Conrad Producer: Victoria Ilano Additional Production: Jeffrey Haynes Artwork: Pamela V. White Marketing: Michelle Miller Music: ”MarcusWay/Energetic Pop Punk/Tribe of Noise”

After a two-year saga, the Court of Arbitration for Sport, an international body established in 1984 to settle disputes related to sport through arbitration, rendered its verdict in the case of Russian Olympic figure skater Kamila Valieva, who was at the center of the 2022 Winter Olympic doping scandal. It concluded that Valieva had violated anti-doping rules, by testing positive for the prohibited substance trimetazidine, and banned her from competition for four years, while prohibiting the Russian team from claiming the gold medal it had won during the competition. Although the Court of Arbitration’s verdict was direct and final, the domino effect it’s had on the teams of other nations that placed second, third, and fourth in the competition—the U.S., Japan, and Canada—has revealed a level of bureaucracy that puts the Court in question due to its inability to deal with the fallout from its decision. Hear Professor Mark Conrad, J.D., weigh in on the consequences of the Court’s actions and how it is affecting the athletes and teams that were involved in this much publicized case. Tune in Now! Host: Mark Conrad Producer: Victoria Ilano Additional Production: Jeffrey Haynes Artwork: Pamela V. White Marketing: Michelle Miller Music: ”MarcusWay/Energetic Pop Punk/Tribe of Noise”

In today’s rapidly evolving sports business environment, the ways in which technology is being used to attract and retain fans and to monetize “the product,” is shifting at an unprecedented pace. While broadcast media and cable television, once dominated the way fans “consumed” sports, they are now being enticed through rich content and streaming media that offers the opportunity to experience sporting events that were once out of reach, to do it at a lower cost, and to share in the experience with others. In this episode, of the Sports Business Podcast, Professor Mark Conrad, J.D., interviews Greg Butler, CEO of ZuCasa, a company that provides video streaming and social engagement solutions in the OTT gaming and medical space. As an example of the types of opportunities that are emerging, Butler describes his company’s partnership with Zee Entertainment in India for the ILT20 cricket tournaments, which allowed viewers to be able to watch cricket on their phones or on their televisions or computers at a distance, while sharing the experience. As this type of content viewing and sharing takes off, Butler notes that there are limitless possibilities in what people will be able to watch together, but also huge considerations in areas such as licensing and the need to build new business models. Tune in for this enlightening discussion! Host: Mark Conrad Producer: Victoria Ilano Additional Production: Jeffrey Haynes Artwork: Pamela V. White Marketing: Michelle Miller Music: ”MarcusWay/Energetic Pop Punk/Tribe of Noise”

On podcast episode 6, we discussed taxes with Robert Raiola, an expert in the field, who has worked with over 100 professional athletes across the five major sports. He enlightened us on some of the ins and outs of dealing with the numbers, rates, and different types and scales of taxes that athletes pay. That podcast was recorded before Shohei Ohtani’s 10-year, deferred $700 million contract was signed with the Los Angeles Dodgers. In podcast 7, Mr. Raiola has graciously agreed to join us again to discuss the tax implications of Ohtani’s unusual contract. Tune in to hear this fascinating discussion. Host: Mark Conrad Producer: Victoria Ilano Additional Production: Jeffrey Haynes Artwork: Pamela V. White Marketing: Michelle Miller Music: ”MarcusWay/Energetic Pop Punk/Tribe of Noise”

All of us have to pay taxes. Elite professional athletes are no exception, but the taxes they pay are high and the rate at which they are calculated can be quite complex. Robert Raiola, director of the Sports and Entertainment Group at PKF O’Connor Davies, which provides business management, tax planning, and business consulting services to high-net-worth individuals, has worked with over 100 professional athlete clients. In this podcast episode, he chats with Professor Mark Conrad about the ways in which high-earning athletes need to educate themselves in order to ensure they are paying the right amount of taxes. From fluctuating tax rates among the different states and countries to varying amounts of endorsement revenues and championship bonuses, professional athletes need to understand the tax minefields so they can pay the correct amount of tax and attempt to minimize their tax liability. Tune in to hear this fascinating discussion. Host: Mark Conrad Producer: Victoria Ilano Additional Production: Jeffrey Haynes Artwork: Pamela V. White Marketing: Michelle Miller Music: ”MarcusWay/Energetic Pop Punk/Tribe of Noise”

In 1954, Roger Bannister broke the four-minute mile. Since then, thousands of male runners have surpassed that barrier, yet no women have ever done so. This profound difference in performance prompted Professor Mark Conrad to explore fairness in athletic competition, taking it a step further by looking at the issue of the inclusion of transgender athletes competing in their preferred sex—specifically formerly male trans athletes competing as women—and the ramifications this scenario presents for the sporting world. In professional sports, the stakes are extremely high, and while many international sports federations have allowed transgender athletes to compete, they have only done so after these athletes have taken hormonal suppressants to limit their testosterone levels. As cited in a recent study by the American Academy of Sports Medicine, testosterone levels point to significant performance differences based on sex. This raises the question of whether allowing transgender athletes with elevated testosterone levels to compete as women by taking measures to “even the playing field,” is fair. Tune in to Prof. Conrad’s take on this important issue. Host: Mark Conrad Producer: Victoria Ilano Additional Production: Jeffrey Haynes Artwork: Pamela V. White Marketing: Michelle Miller Music: ”MarcusWay/Energetic Pop Punk/Tribe of Noise”

The Olympic Movement has seen its share of issues—human rights violations, the politics and processes of choosing host cities, safety concerns, and climate change—to name just a few. Compounding these problems is the turmoil of unsettling world events such as the conflicts in Ukraine and the Middle East. In this interview, Richard Perelman, author, communications expert, and organizer of multi-venue, mega sporting events, explores these and other issues, as he looks to the future of the Olympic Movement and international sports. Perelman served on the 1984 Los Angeles Olympic organizing committee and later helped to produce numerous high-profile sports events, including the 1999 FIFA Women’s World Cup, the 2002 Olympic Winter Games in Salt Lake City, Utah, and the 2006, 2009, and 2013 World Baseball Classics. Perelman’s online publication, TheSportsExaminer.com, is a comprehensive online resource for sports commentary, coverage, and results for 40 + international sports on the Olympic and Winter Games sports program. Listen to this fascinating discussion. Host: Mark Conrad Producer: Victoria Ilano Additional Production: Jeffrey Haynes Artwork: Pamela V. White Marketing: Michelle Miller Music: ”MarcusWay/Energetic Pop Punk/Tribe of Noise”

Professor Conrad discusses the history of the NCAA, which for decades, was the alpha and omega of college sports—one that branded itself as a “guardian for the sacred altar of amateurism.” However, over the years, all of that changed—with the negotiation of TV deals and its member schools agreeing to multimillion-dollar contracts for coaches, while securing huge sponsorships. The colleges and universities, coaches, broadcasters, and sponsors all made money, but what about the student athletes? While the concept of amateurism in college sports persists and student athletes still cannot receive “pay for play,” in 2021, the NCAA agreed to loosen rules around the name, image, and likeness (NIL) rights of student athletes. Learn more about the role the Supreme Court played in this decision and hear Professor Conrad’s predictions on where this might ultimately lead. Host: Mark Conrad Producer: Victoria Ilano Additional Production: Jeffrey Haynes Artwork: Pamela V. White Music: "MarcusWay/Energetic Pop Punk/Tribe of Noise"

Professor Conrad discusses USA gymnastics and the long road back from the Larry Nassar sex abuse scandal to the appointment of Li Li Leung, who was named the organization’s CEO in 2019, and who has worked tirelessly to rebuild its reputation, as well as the trust of the athletes and the public. Professor Conrad commends her dedication, but questions the expanded deal she brokered with Nike to be the exclusive apparel and footwear provider for the men’s and women’s national teams through the 2028 Los Angeles Olympics. Tune in to learn why. Host: Mark Conrad Producer: Victoria Ilano Additional Production: Jeffrey Haynes Artwork: Pamela V. White Music: "MarcusWay/Energetic Pop Punk/Tribe of Noise"

Professor Conrad provides an overview of the types of subjects he will explore in his podcasts, as well as the unconventional ways he and his guests will dive deep into contentious topics, focusing on their connection to sports and their reflection on society. Listen and get grounded! Host: Mark Conrad Producer: Victoria Ilano Additional Production: Jeffrey Haynes Artwork: Pamela V. White Music: "MarcusWay/Energetic Pop Punk/Tribe of Noise"