Audio Podcasts
Is college athletics in a workplace crisis? This higher education exp…
The “College Athletics” infrastructure is collapsing under the growing workloads of staff retrenchment and changing job descriptions. Whether its wins, squad sizes, in athlete medical care and/or for academic transfers coming...
Inside the 'Premium' Economy : How Genius Sports' NCAA Partnership Wi…
Josh Walker, Co-Founder and CEO of Sports Innovation Lab (now a part of Genius Sports) explains where new NCAA revenue streams are coming from. Calling it the “Premium Economy”, Josh encourages senior leaders to understand an...
Dr. Luke Wood's Bold Plan: Making Sac State a Flagship FBS school in …
Dr. Luke Wood, Sacramento State's ninth president, is leading an ambitious FCS to FBS transition for the university's football program. He discusses his vision for elevating athletics as an economic development engine, bringi...
Big Ten's $2.4B Deal: When Trustees Get Left in the Dark
Join Dr. Karen Weaver and special guest Armand Alacbay, Chief of Staff and Vice President for Government Relations at the American Council for Trustees and Alumni for a timely exploration of the Big Ten’s headline-making $2.4...
Could a Separate Governance Structure for P4 Football Alleviate the C…
University of San Diego President Jim Harris discusses the potential restructuring of the NCAA, particularly focusing on the Power Four conferences and their financial influence via football over all of college athletics. He ...
From Endowments to Enrollment: The New Economics of College and Colle…
In a world where the financial dynamics of higher education are constantly shifting, understanding how universities manage their funds is crucial. Karen Weaver dives into an engaging discussion with Janet Lorin , a seasoned r...
NEW Content: Inside the 25-Year Deal: UKentucky & JMI Sports' Bold At…
Dr. Karen Weaver engages with Dr. Eric Monday and Erik Judson to discuss the evolving landscape of college athletics, particularly at the University of Kentucky. They explore the formation of Champion Blue LLC, the importance...
Inside the 25-Year Deal: UKentucky & JMI Sports' Bold Athletics Model
Dr. Karen Weaver engages with Dr. Eric Monday, EVP and CFO at UKentucky, and Erik Judson, CEO of JMI Sports, to discuss the evolving landscape of college athletics, particularly at the University of Kentucky. They explore the...
NIL, Data Rights and Revenue Gen: The New Frontier in College Sports
In this podcast episode, Dr. Karen Weaver discusses the complexities of data rights in college athletics with Kristy Gale, CEO of Honor Data Rights Management. They explore the ethical implications of data collection, the imp...
Two Campuses, Two Conferences, One Vision: System Leadership in Colle…
Karen Weaver interviews Dr. Daniel Mahony, the 10th president of the Southern Illinois University System. They discuss the unique structure of the SIU system, the challenges and opportunities in college athletics, and the imp...
Lackawanna’s Leap: Their Historic Jump from NJCAA to NCAA
In this podcast episode, Dr. Jill Murray, the first female president of Lackawanna College (PA), discusses the college's transition from NJCAA to NCAA Division II, highlighting the innovative changes and strategic planning in...
After 3,000 miles, This University Found a New Athletics Identity
"Winning in athletics is about more than just outcomes; it's about commitment and resources." Dr. Polly Peterson, president of the University of Jamestown, discusses the significant transition from NAIA to NCAA Division II at...
$500 million investment comes to college athletics-A conversation wit…
In this podcast episode, Dr. Karen Weaver interviews Jonathan Marks, Chief Business Officer at Elevate, discussing the evolving landscape of college sports, the importance of premium hospitality, and the strategic investments...
Navigating NIL Contracts: Insights from Legal Experts
Joining the podcast is Paia LaPalombara, a partner at the Church Church Hittle + Antrim law firm based near Indianapolis. She is a former NCAA Division I student-athlete and powerhouse strategist. She has advised institutions...
The Conservative Agenda In Higher Education Comes For Athletics
In this podcast episode, Dr. Karen Weaver discusses the current state of higher education under the Trump administration with Dr. Jeanne Sheehan Zaino. Jeanne is a Bloomberg Media contributor and a Senior Democracy Fellow at ...
"Opting In" Became a Strategic Decision"-A Conversation With Canisius…
How many former Division I athletes become a president of a Division I school? My guest today is Steve Stoute, former Seton Hall soccer player who is now the president at Canisius University. His career path has offered him u...
Not done yet-5 changes impacting college athletics after the House se…
Ross Dellinger of Yahoo Sports, one of the very best college football reporters, joins the podcast. We discuss the evolving landscape of college athletics post-July 1, 2025, particularly focusing on athlete compensation, coll...
A Philly "Big 5" School Navigates the New World of Division I-A Conve…
Dr. Daniel Allen, president of LaSalle University, joins the podcast to discuss the evolving landscape of college athletics. We discuss the challenges facing higher education, including enrollment and funding, the impact of N...
"When it Comes to College Athletics, There's a 100% Chance of Continu…
Dr. Cheryl McConnell, president of St. Joseph's University, discusses the challenges and transformations in higher education, particularly in the context of athletics and university identity. She emphasizes the need for strat...
Price of Play: Economist Dan Rascher Breaks Down the $2.8 Billion Hou…
Join host Karen Weaver and economist Dr. Dan Rascher as they decode the landmark House v. NCAA case, revealing how antitrust rules, NIL rights, and billion-dollar settlements will reshape college athletics and empower student...
Navigating Private Equity in College Sports with Shamrock Capital's M…
r. Karen Weaver discusses the complexities of private equity in college athletics with Michael LaSalle from Shamrock Capital Advisors. They explore the definition of private equity, the governance structures of universities, ...
Presidential Leadership in a Changing College Athletics Landscape-An …
Dr. Darryll Pines, the president of the University of Maryland, discusses the evolving landscape of college athletics and higher education. He addresses the challenges and opportunities presented by recent changes, including ...
NIU's Strategic Shift in Athletic Conferences-Interview with Sean Fra…
In this podcast episode, Dr. Karen Weaver interviews Sean Frazier, the Vice President and Director of Athletics at Northern Illinois University (NIU). They discuss the evolving landscape of Division I athletics, focusing on N...
A Time for Choosing-Saint Francis Moves from DI to DIII
Welcome to the podcast. Today, we'll navigate the crossroads of higher education and college sports. We'll explore how institutions must reassess their place in today's landscape, not where they stood decades ago. Joining me ...