Episode 117: Streaming Wars and Soccer

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Major League Soccer began a major deal with Apple TV this season, meaning that the majority of their games are behind a paywall. This move provoked disappointment for some fans who now view the league as inaccessible to casual supporters. But was this the right move for MLS? This week, we discuss:

3:15—Vanessa Bryant and her family received a $30 million payout for graphic photos being taken after the death of Kobe and Gigi Bryant. What does this decision mean for the Bryant family and for the privacy of victim's families?

11:15—Brandon Miller has been allowed to continue playing college basketball for Alabama after being connected to a murder. But was Miller really as involved as the early headlines indicated? We discuss if he should keep playing, or if he should be suspended.

24:10—Novak Djokovic has been denied entry to the U.S., AGAIN. But will this be the final time? Should he be admitted now?

BIG STORY: 30:45—MLS is on Apple TV. This decision will give them more money from diehard supporters, but may deter casual and potential fans from checking out the sport. Was this the right move for the league, and how does the price compare to other major sports?

54:50—We give our initial thoughts on Netflix's show Full Swing.

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