Rich Lenkov interviews Michael Nellis, Vermont’s Passenger Tramway Supervisor, about ski lift safety and risk management. The conversation covers recent incidents, inspection standards, operational challenges, and how technology and training are shaping safer ski resort operations. 

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SERMA founder and CEO Rich Lenkov sits down with leaders from the Hispanic Insurance and Risk Management Association, Carlos Luis Rodriguez, Rose De Leon, and Noemi Oliver, to discuss HIRMA’s mission, the value of diverse perspectives in risk management, and why the industry offers more opportunity than most people realize. The conversation also touches on communication breakdowns in claims, mentorship, and preparing the next generation.

Plus, insights on emerging risks, including climate challenges and business continuity, and a look at the growing SERMA–HIRMA partnership.

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Kansas State’s decision to fire head basketball coach Jerome Tang “for cause” has sparked a legal dispute with major financial implications. In this episode, Matt Liller is joined by sports law professor Sam Ehrlich to unpack the controversy, including the role of Tang’s postgame comments, the meaning of “objectionable behavior” in coaching contracts, and how schools use for-cause designations as negotiation leverage.

The conversation also examines what each side would need to prove if the case is litigated, how similar disputes have played out, and how the modern college sports landscape, shaped by NIL and the transfer portal, may influence future cases. 

Professor Ehrlich: https://www.boisestate.edu/cobe-management/faculty-staff/sam-c-ehrlich-jd-ph-d/
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Episode 108 of the SERMA Pod examines the sudden cancellation of The Bachelorette after off-screen controversy surrounding its lead. Host Rich Lenkov is joined by entertainment attorney Larry Zerner to unpack the legal and business implications of pulling a fully produced season.

The discussion focuses on why contestants likely cannot pursue claims against the network, how reality TV contracts are structured to eliminate liability, and what role (if any) ABC’s vetting process plays in potential exposure. They also explore how networks may respond moving forward and what this situation signals about risk allocation in entertainment production.

A timely look at how legal strategy and business judgment intersect when millions of dollars, and reputations, are on the line. 

Larry Zerner: https://www.zernerlaw.com/

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In this episode of the SERMAPod, attorney Brian Rosenblatt is joined by Cornell Law professor James Grimmelmann to break down the New York Times lawsuit against Perplexity AI.

They explore how generative AI tools use content, the legal differences between scraping and indexing, and what this case could mean for copyright law moving forward. The conversation also dives into AI “hallucinations,” fair use, and whether current legal frameworks can keep up with rapidly evolving technology.

If you’re interested in AI, intellectual property, or the future of digital content, this is a must-listen discussion.

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In this episode of the SERMAPod, Rich Lenkov speaks with outdoor recreation attorney Jim Moss about a tragic climbing incident on Austria’s Grossglockner that led to criminal charges against a climber whose partner died of exposure. They discuss the legal implications of high-risk outdoor activities, the differences between U.S. and European negligence standards, and how duty, assumption of risk, and rescue obligations may apply when things go wrong in extreme environments.

Jim Moss: https://recreation-law.com/james-h-jim-moss-jd-bio/
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SERMA founder and CEO Rich Lenkov is joined by Justin Smulison, the host of the RIMScast, the official podcast for RIMS (Risk and Insurance Management Society, Inc.), to discuss all things podcasting, including the origins of the RIMScast, the importance of consistency, and tips for aspiring podcasters. 

RIMScast: https://www.rims.org/resources/rimscast
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Former college and NFL linebacker Shak Rashad joins The SERMAPod to analyze a landmark NIL lawsuit arising from a quarterback’s transfer. The conversation explores NIL contracts, transfer portal mechanics, exclusive licensing rights, and the evolving legal risks for universities and athletes alike.

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Professor Kevin Greene joins Rich Lenkov to discuss a federal fair use case involving the Rock & Roll Hall of Fame and the alleged unauthorized use of Van Halen photographs. The conversation covers transformative use, market impact, and the real-world risks creators face when relying on fair use in litigation. 

Kevin Greene: https://www.swlaw.edu/faculty/full-time/kevin-j-greene

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SERMA founder and CEO Rich Lenkov is joined by Jodi Balsam, Professor of Clinical Law at Brooklyn Law School, analyzing the legal fallout from the arrest of Mark Sanchez, former NFL quarterback and Fox Sports broadcaster.

The episode covers the felony battery charge, media influence on high-profile prosecutions, and the civil claims against Fox Sports for negligent hiring and supervision, with a focus on employer liability, conduct clauses, and sports risk management.

Jodi Balsam: https://www.brooklaw.edu/contact-us/balsam-jodi-s/

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