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Oct 24, 2025
Pablo Torre, a journalist and sports gambling expert, delves into the explosive world of NBA indictments. He discusses the alarming ties between star players and gambling schemes, highlighting allegations against Chauncey Billups and Terry Rozier. Pablo explains how legalized sports betting opens doors for manipulation, making athletes vulnerable to mob influences. The conversation wraps around the dangerous implications of micro-betting and prop bets, revealing a complex web of financial pressures that can lead to major scandals in professional sports.
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Sanctions Show Conditional Resolve
- Panelists say recent U.S. sanctions on Russian oil mark a shift toward concrete action after rhetoric.
- They noted effectiveness depends on enforcement and international cooperation, especially with China and India.
Pariah Effect Aids Sanctions
- Michael Weiss argued the sanctions create a pariah effect and noted Chinese and Indian firms already signaled pulling back.
- He cautioned the 30-day wind-down and enforcement will determine real impact.
Europe: Prepare Without U.S. Reliance
- Michael Weiss urged Europe to act as if the U.S. won't lead on Ukraine and build independent defenses.
- He advised continuing European military and financial support regardless of American policy shifts.
