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The last time this week’s guest appeared on the show, we were a mere few weeks from the world imploding on itself and spiraling into the chaos that still hangs around today (and probably will continue long into the future.) But that certainly will not stop us welcoming him back with open arms for another opportunity to see what’s “the craic” and discuss a plethora of weird and interesting topics. This week Jim reaches out across the pond and welcomes Gordon Rochford from Those Conspiracy Guys to the show.

Gordon is a recurring guest here on the Malliard report and host of Those Conspiracy Guys. “…a comedy, history and True Crime podcast based in Ireland and deals with everything from the out-there conspiracy theories like aliens, time travel, and ancient civilizations to the more grounded, historical and provable conspiracies like political and financial corruption, scientific chicanery and secret government agency shenanigans. From the high concept topics like inter-dimensional lizard men, complicated assassination plots and future technology like alternative simulated universes to the much more tangible topics like discussing serial killers and mysterious disappearances, exploring religions and cult leaders and examining unbelievable true crime cases. You are brought on a light-hearted and hilarious exploration of these fantastic stories by TCG host Gordo and a cavalcade of comedians and fabulously interesting guests.”

Certainly a fan favorite, Gordon always brings a humorous spin to some very heavy topics, and as per usual, the topics are scattered and everywhere. You can catch Those Conspiracy Guys episodes on all major podcast platforms or subscribe through their Patreon. For all things Malliard, head over to malliard.com where you can catch up on past shows, grab some merch and much more. You can follow Jim on all social media platforms @malliard and remember to rate and subscribe to The Report through your favorite podcast app.

This week on The Malliard Report Jim pulls a fan favorite and opens up the phone lines, and the conversation certainly kicks off come lively debates. The topics are certainly diverse and lively and even spills into the Duck Pond live chat. This week one of the main hit points is the most recent motion to allow college athletes to be compensated and the money that talks in NCAA.

So, should collegiate athletes be paid for their tenure at university? This is something that is not new to the proverbial table and has been discussed ad nauseum for many years. There are solid arguments both for and against the topic and we’ll run through a few here:

“They Rake In Cash for Their Schools. College athletes make their schools millions of dollars, so they should naturally receive a cut of the action. This argument holds true especially for football and basketball players, who become household names during their respective seasons. They Give Their Schools Valuable Exposure. The exposure student-athletes bring to their schools can boost applications and donations. The Flutie Effect on college admissions — named for Doug Flutie, the Boston College quarterback who put his institution on the map in 1984 with his famous Hail Mary pass against the University of Miami and his Heisman-winning season — can be dramatic. For BC, the effect was a 30% increase in applications over two years. Playing Equals Working. Participating in intercollegiate athletics constitutes a full-time job. A 2017 NCAA survey revealed that Division I athletes dedicate an average of 35 hours per week to their sport during the season. Sports Take Away From Studies. Sports' considerable time commitment cuts into students' study time. Leaving aside barbs about the "student" part of "student-athlete," how is an athlete supposed to keep up with academics during their playing season? What about earning good grades and positioning oneself for the competitive job market? Might some form of financial compensation make this compromise easier to take? Athletes Need Spending Money. Like other college students, athletes need spending money. Even if a student receives a full-ride scholarship, the award doesn't provide pocket money for incidentals and entertainment. If a student doesn't hold a part-time job, where does that money come from (besides their parents)? The Potential for Injury Makes Compensation a Must. Athletes constantly risk injury and therefore deserve proper compensation. A seriously injured athlete could lose their scholarship (which is guaranteed only for one year at a time), jeopardize their opportunity to play professionally and potentially earn millions, or even face lifelong disability if the damage is permanent.”

So now that we argued for why they should be paid, let’s take a look at why we should not pay students: “They Already Get Full Scholarships. One of the primary arguments against paying student-athletes rests on the assumption that they already receive full college scholarships. But as we've discussed, this is seldom the case — most athletes only receive partial scholarships. Secondary Sports Would Suffer. If a university decided to pay student-athletes, where would that money come from? Not likely from the school itself. Of the roughly 1,100 athletic programs governed by the NCAA, only 25 had net positive revenue in 2019. The vast sums earned from football and basketball subsidize all other sp Exactly who gets paid and how much? The economics of a paid-athlete system is messy at best. At worst, it's chaotic and threatens team morale. Should all athletes be paid? That's not likely. How about only football and basketball players? What determines how much each player should earn? Is the third-string left guard worth as much as the starting quarterback? Will the coach make these determinations? What if the coach's son plays on the team? Determining Salaries Could Get Messy.

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This week on The Malliard Report Jim pulls a fan favorite and opens up the phone lines, and the conversation certainly kicks off come lively debates. The topics are certainly diverse and lively and even spills into the Duck Pond live chat. This week one of the main hit points is the most recent motion to allow college athletes to be compensated and the money that talks in NCAA.

So, should collegiate athletes be paid for their tenure at university? This is something that is not new to the proverbial table and has been discussed ad nauseum for many years. There are solid arguments both for and against the topic and we’ll run through a few here:

“They Rake In Cash for Their Schools. College athletes make their schools millions of dollars, so they should naturally receive a cut of the action. This argument holds true especially for football and basketball players, who become household names during their respective seasons. They Give Their Schools Valuable Exposure. The exposure student-athletes bring to their schools can boost applications and donations. The Flutie Effect on college admissions — named for Doug Flutie, the Boston College quarterback who put his institution on the map in 1984 with his famous Hail Mary pass against the University of Miami and his Heisman-winning season — can be dramatic. For BC, the effect was a 30% increase in applications over two years. Playing Equals Working. Participating in intercollegiate athletics constitutes a full-time job. A 2017 NCAA survey revealed that Division I athletes dedicate an average of 35 hours per week to their sport during the season. Sports Take Away From Studies. Sports’ considerable time commitment cuts into students’ study time. Leaving aside barbs about the “student” part of “student-athlete,” how is an athlete supposed to keep up with academics during their playing season? What about earning good grades and positioning oneself for the competitive job market? Might some form of financial compensation make this compromise easier to take? Athletes Need Spending Money. Like other college students, athletes need spending money. Even if a student receives a full-ride scholarship, the award doesn’t provide pocket money for incidentals and entertainment. If a student doesn’t hold a part-time job, where does that money come from (besides their parents)? The Potential for Injury Makes Compensation a Must. Athletes constantly risk injury and therefore deserve proper compensation. A seriously injured athlete could lose their scholarship (which is guaranteed only for one year at a time), jeopardize their opportunity to play professionally and potentially earn millions, or even face lifelong disability if the damage is permanent.”

So now that we argued for why they should be paid, let’s take a look at why we should not pay students: “They Already Get Full Scholarships. One of the primary arguments against paying student-athletes rests on the assumption that they already receive full college scholarships. But as we’ve discussed, this is seldom the case — most athletes only receive partial scholarships. Secondary Sports Would Suffer. If a university decided to pay student-athletes, where would that money come from? Not likely from the school itself. Of the roughly 1,100 athletic programs governed by the NCAA, only 25 had net positive revenue in 2019. The vast sums earned from football and basketball subsidize all other sp Exactly who gets paid and how much? The economics of a paid-athlete system is messy at best. At worst, it’s chaotic and threatens team morale. Should all athletes be paid? That’s not likely. How about only football and basketball players? What determines how much each player should earn? Is the third-string left guard worth as much as the starting qu...

Jim welcomes a guest that specializes in communication with our furry loved ones that have crossed over. This week Jim welcomes author, paranormal investigator, and medium Rob Gutro to the show.
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07272021This week on The Malliard Report Jim pulls a fan favorite and opens up the phone lines, and the conversation certainly kicks off come lively debates. The topics are certainly diverse and lively and even spills into the Duck Pond live chat. This week one of the main hit points is the most recent motion to allow college athletes to be compensated and the money that talks in NCAA.

So, should collegiate athletes be paid for their tenure at university? This is something that is not new to the proverbial table and has been discussed ad nauseum for many years. There are solid arguments both for and against the topic and we’ll run through a few here:

“They Rake In Cash for Their Schools. College athletes make their schools millions of dollars, so they should naturally receive a cut of the action. This argument holds true especially for football and basketball players, who become household names during their respective seasons. They Give Their Schools Valuable Exposure. The exposure student-athletes bring to their schools can boost applications and donations. The Flutie Effect on college admissions — named for Doug Flutie, the Boston College quarterback who put his institution on the map in 1984 with his famous Hail Mary pass against the University of Miami and his Heisman-winning season — can be dramatic. For BC, the effect was a 30% increase in applications over two years. Playing Equals Working. Participating in intercollegiate athletics constitutes a full-time job. A 2017 NCAA survey revealed that Division I athletes dedicate an average of 35 hours per week to their sport during the season. Sports Take Away From Studies. Sports' considerable time commitment cuts into students' study time. Leaving aside barbs about the "student" part of "student-athlete," how is an athlete supposed to keep up with academics during their playing season? What about earning good grades and positioning oneself for the competitive job market? Might some form of financial compensation make this compromise easier to take? Athletes Need Spending Money. Like other college students, athletes need spending money. Even if a student receives a full-ride scholarship, the award doesn't provide pocket money for incidentals and entertainment. If a student doesn't hold a part-time job, where does that money come from (besides their parents)? The Potential for Injury Makes Compensation a Must. Athletes constantly risk injury and therefore deserve proper compensation. A seriously injured athlete could lose their scholarship (which is guaranteed only for one year at a time), jeopardize their opportunity to play professionally and potentially earn millions, or even face lifelong disability if the damage is permanent.”

So now that we argued for why they should be paid, let’s take a look at why we should not pay students: “They Already Get Full Scholarships. One of the primary arguments against paying student-athletes rests on the assumption that they already receive full college scholarships. But as we've discussed, this is seldom the case — most athletes only receive partial scholarships. Secondary Sports Would Suffer. If a university decided to pay student-athletes, where would that money come from? Not likely from the school itself. Of the roughly 1,100 athletic programs governed by the NCAA, only 25 had net positive revenue in 2019. The vast sums earned from football and basketball subsidize all other sp Exactly who gets paid and how much? The economics of a paid-athlete system is messy at best. At worst, it's chaotic and threatens team morale. Should all athletes be paid? That's not likely. How about only football and basketball players? What determines how much each player should earn? Is the third-string left guard worth as much as the starting quarterback? Will the coach make these determinations? What if the coach's son plays on the team? Determining Salaries Could Get Messy. Rich Universities Would Benefit the Most. Assuming a free-market system, the chasm between the haves and have-nots would widen even further. Universities best positioned to pay athletes top dollar would win bidding wars and recruiting battles against institutions with limited budgets. Athletic competition nationwide would suffer as a result. Might the It Would Take Away From the Love of the Game is exacerbate booster interference and create a black market for top talent funded surreptitiously? Title IX Could Muddy Payment Structure. Title IX stipulates that colleges must provide equal opportunities for male and female athletes. Does this rule apply to payment structures, too, though? Would a university have to pay female athletes in aggregate the same amount as their male counterparts? Not necessarily — but a school would be required to ensure that female athlete receive proportionate opportunities for scholarships.”

As you can see, there really is no easy answer to this question, but there is certainly room for lively discussion, in which we invite you to join in every Tuesday night over at malliard.com. Also, remember to rate and subscribe through your favorite podcast app! Reach out to Jim on all social media @malliard

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We’ve seen great people do amazing works for the betterment of humankind and we’ve seen wars waged over interpretations of scriptures. This week on The Malliard Report, Jim brings on a guest that deals with this first hand on a daily basis. This week Jim welcomes Kelley Ahlers to the show.
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This week Jim welcomes Dr. Karen Gedney to discuss prison reform and her experiences within the American prison system.
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This week on The Malliard Report, Jim welcomes back a fantastic guest that just so happens to be an expert within that field, as well as many other. Joining us for this episode is Elena Servidio-Schwinn.
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Jim welcomes real estate magnate Tal Iozef to the show. Since 2012 Tal has been blazing quite a trail in the Las Vegas realty game by doing things his own way and outside of the “norm.” In this episode, Tal provides some expert advice on how you can get the most bang for your buck in any market if you are currently looking to invest in property.
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This week on The Malliard Report, the script is flipped and the question are tossed to the host. This week Jim opens up the phone lines for a segment known as “Ask Jim.” No real topics to follow and the questions are just as varied as the guests as the past. It always is a great time to hear form the listening audience and to get to hear what Jim’s thoughts are on many pressing issues.

Something to consider when listening to this show, or any other podcast for that matter, is that the opinions and thoughts expressed by the host and guest are simply that. The thoughts and opinions of the host and guest. They by in no way impact or influence your beliefs or way of life. Remember that you have an opinion too and that open conversation is healthy, even when the conversation is one of disagreement. It means you are thinking. There is a reason why the show’s tag line is “controversial yet conversational.”

So, jump in with us as we dive into the topics of sports, UFOs (or are they UAPs now? I can’t keep up), favorite guests, and a wonderful dessert run down and how to that will surely have you running for your local bakery.

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