The NCAA's Amateurism Rule and College Sports Money

The podcast episode discusses the controversial NCAA amateurism rule and how the business of college sports generates billions of dollars. Nike, Adidas, and Under Armour sign exclusive contracts with top schools, while head coaches receive million-dollar salaries. The black market economy of paying players under the table thrives due to NCAA regulations. Payments often come from a network of hangers-on who target young athletes from middle school onwards. The episode highlights how the NCAA's amateurism rule and the financial pressures placed on families contribute to a corrupt and predatory system.