Dateline Louisiana
A provocative look at the deepest of the deep southern states by two veterans of Louisiana politics. Thoughts that are informative, candid, humorous, and sometimes controversial about life in one of the most interesting and rabble-rousing states in the nation. Jim Brown is a veteran of Louisiana statewide politics, has taught Louisiana history, written six books about Louisiana, and presently is the publisher of The Lisburn Press. His website is www.jimbrownla.com. Rannah Gray is a government consultant and is the author of three books including international best seller Familiar Evil. Her website is www.rannahgray.com. You can reach them at huey@datelinelouisiana.com.
Dateline Louisiana
The Professionalization of College Sports
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Jim Brown and Rannah Gray
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Jim and Rannah talk about how paying college athletes for use of their Name, Image and Likeness (NIL) has turned college sports into minor league teams for professional sports. Athletes make millions, shop colleges based on offers, and coaches and conference officials are looking to federal regulations to level the playing field.