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The WWE Throws Down with Gambling Mar 13, 2023

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The WWE is making an argument to legalize gambling on scripted wrestling matches. We dive into that, and hear from Erik Logan, CEO of the World Surf League, on what makes world surfing unique.

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Gearing Up for March Madness Mar 10, 2023

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Selection Sunday is only 48 hours away, but the madness has already begun this March. We take a look across the conference tournaments leading up to the big dance, hear from our reporter Amanda Christovich on-site at the Big East Tournament, and talk with Silverback Holdings Executive Chairman Ibrahim Sagna on the future of basketball in Africa.

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Inside Sports Media with Bomani Jones Mar 09, 2023

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Bomani Jones joins Front Office Sports Today to talk about his show 'Game Theory with Bomani Jones' on HBO, the NFL, NBA and more. We also dive into the conundrum Adidas faces after distancing itself from Yeezy.

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The World Baseball Classic is BACK Mar 08, 2023

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The World Baseball Classic returned last night for the first time since 2017, and we break down everything you need to know about the international tournament. The Athletic's Evan Drellich joins to talk about his new book on the Houston Astros cheating scandal, 'Winning Fixes Everything: How Baseball's Brightest Minds Created Sports' Biggest Mess.'

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The NFL Combine Special with ESPN's Matt Miller Mar 07, 2023

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We recap some of the most eye-catching performances from the NFL Scouting Combine, and how they might impact some athletes bank accounts. ESPN NFL Draft Analyst Matt Miller joins to chat about the biggest news coming out of this year's combine.

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The PGA Tour Swings Big Mar 06, 2023

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The PGA Tour announced big changes coming to some of its high-profile events, and not everyone is pleased. PGA Superstore CEO Dick Sullivan joins the show to give an update on the state of golf.

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Troy Aikman Joins to Talk Beer; New Era Begins for F1 Mar 03, 2023

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Formula 1 kicks off its 2023 season at a time when the sport is growing fast in America. The league and many of its teams are racing to capture the U.S. audience. Plus, a conversation with Troy Aikman on his new career brewing beer, his new job at ESPN, and more.

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Cannabis in the NBA with 'All the Smoke' and Paul Pierce Mar 02, 2023

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Former NBA players Matt Barnes, Stephen Jackson, and Paul Pierce join to discuss their thoughts on cannabis and the NBA. Senior Writer Mike McCarthy hops on to talk about his exclusive reporting on the one company that might be a lifeline for nearly bankrupt RSNs.

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The Michael Irvin Saga Explained Mar 01, 2023

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Michael Irvin has filed a defamation suit against Marriott Hotels for $100 million. We dive into how we got here and Irvin’s media strategy. Later, we hear from Chris Canetti, who is heading Houston’s efforts to prepare for the World Cup on what it takes to get ready for what might be the biggest sporting event in history.

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NCAA Cracks Down on NIL Feb 28, 2023

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The NCAA handed down a first-of-its-kind infraction to the University of Miami's women's basketball team. Reporter Amanda Christovich joins us to break down what that means for NIL regulation going forward. Senior reporter AJ Perez joins to give an update on the Washington Commanders sale.

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