J.A. Adande

J.A. Adande, a seasoned sports journalist and director at Northwestern University, discusses the evolving landscape of sports media. He highlights the financial intricacies challenging journalists today, with the Big Ten eyeing a massive $2 billion deal. Adande dives into how gambling is reshaping sports consumption, the decline of local coverage, and the shift towards personality-driven media. He also reflects on the growth of diversity in sports commentary, the retreat from social advocacy, and the intimate connections that podcasts create amidst changing community dynamics.