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We discuss Senator Ted Cruz's vow to prioritize NIL, Senator John Thune's persummed allegiance to the NCAA, the scramble to raise funds to pay athletes, and an update on the Penn State vs. Vintage Brand trial. We talk about our favorite NIL deals including Cam Ward's gift and the World of Warcraft collab. To learn more about our financial literacy platform for athletes, visit frameworknil.com. To follow all of our ventures, visit victreefi.com- - - - - - - - - -Name Image Likeness is produced and edited by Palm Tree Pod Co. 

We discuss the recent lawsuit filed by LSU guard Last-Tear Poa against Citizen and Immigration Services, NexGen's efforts to increase voter participation in swing states with athlete influence, updates on recent antitrust law suits, and the high demand for NIL directors.  We talk about our favorite NIL deals including Cooper Flagg's deal with Gatorade and JuJu Watkins' deal with NYX.To learn more about our financial literacy platform for athletes, visit frameworknil.com. To follow all of our ventures, visit victreefi.com- - - - - - - - - -Name Image Likeness is produced and edited by Palm Tree Pod Co. 

We discuss the importance of understanding NIL contract terms. We talk about Vanderbilt QB Diego Pavia's clash with BreakingT. We also cover Pepperdine's new NIL collective, Waves Excellence. We discuss the latest NIL update for North Carolina athletes. We talk about our favorite NIL deals including the Iowa Pork Producers Association's deal with Iowa State athletes and Juju Watkins' deal with Gatorade. To learn more about our financial literacy platform for athletes, visit frameworknil.com. To follow all of our ventures, visit victreefi.com- - - - - - - - - -Name Image Likeness is produced and edited by Palm Tree Pod Co. 

We discuss the executive order related to NIL recently signed by Georgia Governor Brian Kemp. We talk about the official partnerships between Red Brick Legacy and Miami University Athletics and the Broncos Will Rein Collective and Western Michigan University Athletics. We dig into the latest NIL lawsuit updates.We talk about our favorite NIL deals including JBL's 2024 Campus Program featuring R.J. Davis and Riley McCusker. We also cover the Swarm Collective's partnership with Crystal Clear Water.- - - - - - - - - -Name Image Likeness is produced and edited by Palm Tree Pod Co. 

We discuss the launch of Norfolk State's Gold Standard collective, the hang up with the NCAA's settlement, the passing of California's NIL amendment, the announcement of a proposed NIL bill in Ohio, and updates regarding an NIL lawsuit out of North Carolina. We talk about our favorite nillies including Sheduer Sanders' deal with Nike and Freddy's deal with twelve athletes.To learn more about our Nillie platform, visit nillie.io or email contact@victreefi.com. To learn more about our Framework platform, visit frameworknil.com. - - - - - - - - - -Name Image Likeness is produced and edited by Palm Tree Pod Co. 

We discuss the NCAA's latest move in the fight against athlete unionization, the outcome of the recent vote by the House Committee on Education and the Work Force, Nebraska's new NIL law, and the success of AthleteCon.  We talk about our favorite nillies including Graham Mertz's deal with Mercedes Benz of Gainesville and Ollie Gordon II's deal with McDonalds of the Southern Plains.To learn more about our Nillie platform, visit nillie.io or email contact@victreefi.com. To learn more about our Framework platform, visit frameworknil.com. - - - - - - - - - -Name Image Likeness is produced and edited by Palm Tree Pod Co. 

We discuss the general terms of a settlement that will see the NCAA pay nearly $2.8 billion in damages over 10 years to nearly 14,000 players. It also creates a new system that allows schools to use up to $21 million a year to pay student-athletes. We cover a new South Carolina NIL law and updates related to Jaden Rashada's lawsuit against Billy Napier. We talk about our favorite nillies including Oklahoma women's basketball players' recent deal with Fowler Auto and Angel Reese's new purchase. To learn more about our Nillie platform, visit nillie.io or email contact@victreefi.com. To learn more about our Framework platform, visit frameworknil.com. 

We discuss how a proposed new athlete compensation model could reduce the roster size of collegiate football programs - negatively impacting walk ons. We cover John Legend's performance at the Club 15 NIL 500 Gala supporting University of Kentucky athletes, the announcement of the Protect the Ball Act, recent updates to NCAA NIL guidance, the proposal of a special status designation for student-athletes, and updates regarding the potential NIL basketball tournament. We talk about our favorite nillies including Shilo Sander's role on BMF and Devon Russell's recent niilies with two lacrosse companies.To learn more about our Nillie platform, visit nillie.io or email contact@victreefi.com. To learn more about our Framework platform, visit frameworknil.com. 

We share an interview with UNC Asheville Forward Drew Pember. Drew shares his POV on life as a student-athlete, NIL opportunities, and more.We cover the Ivy League's assertion that athlete unionization would undermine academic goals, the launch of the Nickel City Collective and Two Rivers Trust, the Wisconsin High School Athletic Association's rejection of NIL rights for high school athletes, and the latest proposed Federal legislation related to international athletes.We talk about our favorite nillies including FedEx's support of University of Memphis athletes and Gordon McKernan's deal with Aneesha Morrow.To learn more about our Nillie platform, visit nillie.io or email contact@victreefi.com. To learn more about our Framework platform, visit frameworknil.com. - - - - - - - - - -Name Image Likeness is produced and edited by Palm Tree Pod Co. 

We discuss the viral music video featuring Kentucky Wildcat Basketball Manager and Geddes Pools. We speak with Clay Duerson from Creative Caddie, the company behind the creative music video featuring Geddes Pools! We learn tips to create attention-grabbing content and discuss the experience behind the scenes of a video shoot.We cover the discussion surrounding paying certain Olympic athletes, NIL Summit Award Nominations, and the potential Vegas NIL League.We talk about our favorite nillies including DJ Burns Jr.'s many NIL deals and Deja Kelly's recent deal with Tommy Hilfiger.To learn more about our Nillie platform, visit nillie.io or email contact@victreefi.com. To learn more about our Framework platform, visit frameworknil.com. - - - - - - - - - -Name Image Likeness is produced and edited by Palm Tree Pod Co. 

We discuss Auburn's loss to Yale, NIL's impact on the transfer portal, the Zags Collective Match Madness fundraiser, and a recent Oregon NIL bill.  We talk about our favorite nillies including Raid's deal with Jeremy Roach and Darianne Littlepage-Buggs and Goldman Sachs deal with Angel Reese.To learn more about our Nillie platform, visit nillie.io or email contact@victreefi.com. To learn more about our Framework platform, visit frameworknil.com. - - - - - - - - - -Name Image Likeness is produced and edited by Palm Tree Pod Co. 

We hear from University of Alabama thrower Chandler Hayden. She discusses her experience as a female student-athlete and as an athlete at SEC schools. We discuss the recent change in the South Carolina High School League's bylaws related to NIL, the recent NIL roundtable with Senator Ted Cruz, North Carolina's recent NIL update, and updates related to the unionization of Dartmouth athletes.We talk about our favorite nillies including University Credit Union's NIL opportunity and Adidas' deal with Janiah Barker.To learn more about our Nillie platform, visit nillie.io or email contact@victreefi.com. To learn more about our Framework platform, visit frameworknil.com. 

We hear from Russ White from The Collective Association. Russ responds to our recent interview with Deseret News' Executive Editor Doug Wilks regarding the disclosure of NIL information to the public.We discuss the latest updates in the lawsuit against the NCAA filed by the attorneys general of Tennessee and Virginia, NCAA President Charlie Baker's recent letter to NCAA membership, news from the NCAA Committee on Infractions, the latest proposal related to high school NIL in Florida, the announcement of a lawsuit against the University of Wisconsin - Madison Athletics, and the progress towards the release of EA Sports' college football game.We talk about our favorite nillies including Aaliyah Edwards' deal with Adidas Canada and Reed Sheppard's deal with a racehorse!  To learn more about our Nillie platform, visit nillie.io or email contact@victreefi.com. To learn more about our Framework platform, visit frameworknil.com. 

We speak with Deseret News' Executive Editor Doug Wilks about his recent testimony at a Utah NIL hearing. Dough discusses the Title IX implications of withholding NIL records and the importance of transparency.We provide an update on the Tennessee/Virginia NIL lawsuit against the NCAA, discuss the NCAA's new NIL regulations, the NLRB's Dartmouth ruling, and Homefield Apparel's recent initiative with several collectives. We discuss our favorite nillies including McKenna Whitham's deal with Nike and Myles Comfort Foods' promotions featuring David Pope, Michael Harrell, and Tahj Harding.To learn more about our Nillie platform, visit nillie.io or email contact@victreefi.com. To learn more about our Framework platform, visit victreefi.com. - - - - - - - - - -Name Image Likeness is produced and edited by Palm Tree Pod Co. 

We discuss the NCAA's investigation into the University of Tennessee's alleged NIL violations and the latest antitrust litigation against the NCAA. We cover the latest investigation into the University of Florida's potential NIL violations and provide updates on the NCAA's investigation of Florida State. We discuss the Collective Association's officer elections and a new NIL insurance policy offered through Players Health.We discuss our favorite nillies including Amiah Simmon's deal with Snickers and Jack Nelson's deal with the Fillback Family of Dealerships.To learn more about our Nillie platform, visit nillie.io or email contact@victreefi.com. To learn more about our Framework platform, visit victreefi.com. - - - - - - - - - -Name Image Likeness is produced and edited by Palm Tree Pod Co. 

We discuss how Florida State University became the first program to be punished by the NCAA for NIL infractions. We also cover Utah's proposed NIL law, the latest updates on the status of Federal legislation related to NIL, discussions within the state of Florida related to high school NIL activities, and the impact of NIL on Ivy League programs.We discuss our favorite nillies including Caitlin Clark's trading card and Powerade's deal with Flau-Jae Johnson.To learn more about our Nillie platform, visit nillie.io or email contact@victreefi.com. To learn more about our Framework platform, visit victreefi.com. - - - - - - - - - -Name Image Likeness is produced and edited by Palm Tree Pod Co. 

We discuss the scheduled NIL discussion at the 2024 NCAA Convention, Charlie Baker's recent letter to student-athletes, Yea Alabama's new fundraising initiative, NIL notes from high school recruits, and how Blueprint Sports is navigating non-profit fundraising. We discuss our favorite nillies including Squirrel White's deal with the Nashville Predators and Jay Higgins and Sabastian Castro's deal with Cheez-It. To learn more about our Nillie platform, visit nillie.io or email contact@victreefi.com. To learn more about our Framework platform, visit victreefi.com. 

We discuss NCAA President Charlie Baker's recent NIL letter proposing that schools directly pay athletes, among other revelations. We cover recent news including the Title IX lawsuit against Oregon, the latest lawsuit related to the transfer portal, the announcement of the Bluff City Collective as the official collective of Memphis men's basketball, the announcement of Fy with the Phoenix as the official collective of Green Bay Athletics, and the latest proposed high school NIL bill out of Alabama.We discuss our favorite nillies including Klutch Athletics deal with Aaliyah Crump and K State women's basketball's deal with Furniture Mall of Kansas. To learn more about our Nillie platform, visit nillie.io or email contact@victreefi.com. To learn more about our Framework platform, visit victreefi.com. - - - - - - - - - -Name Image Likeness is produced and edited by Palm Tree Pod Co. 

We discuss Carson Beck's $1,000,000 deal, the announcement of Arkansas Edge as the official collective of Arkansas Athletics, Lone Star NIL's latest campaign, the launch of the Secondary Break Club to support UNC men's basketball, the shutdown of the Teal Collective, the announcement of the Brandr vs. EA Sports settlement, Alex Fontenot's lawsuit.We discuss our favorite nillies including Xenith's deal with Tyler Atkinson and Country Roads Trust's deal with Swilled Dog.To learn more about our Nillie platform, visit nillie.io or email contact@victreefi.com. To learn more about our Framework platform, visit victreefi.com. 

We debunk Heather McMahan's myth about the chicken at the University of Alabama. We cover the Orange United collective's campaign to raise $500,000, President Biden's NIL roundtable, the collective alcohol loophole, and the class action lawsuit against the NCAA. We discuss our favorite nillies including Travis Hunter's deal with Squishmallows and Bronny James' new jersey in Dicks Sporting Goods.To learn more about our Nillie platform, visit nillie.io or email contact@victreefi.com. To learn more about our Framework platform, visit victreefi.com. - - - - - - - - - -Name Image Likeness is produced and edited by Palm Tree Pod Co. 

We speak with Mike Blewitt from CSMG about the company's role in the NIL world. We focus on the importance of hyperlocal NIL campaigns.We discuss the launch of the Pride of ODU Collective, the announcement of the Friends of Nova Collective as the official collective of Villanova Athletics, Matthew and Ryan Bewley's lawsuit against the NCAA, and the formation of the Coalition for the Future of College Athletics.We discuss our favorite nillies including the Diary Alliance's deal with Ladd McConkey and Joe Milton and Tyrese Proctor's new jewelry line from Podium Jewelry.To learn more about our Nillie platform, visit nillie.io or email contact@victreefi.com. To learn more about our Framework platform, visit victreefi.com. - - - - - - - - - -Name Image Likeness is produced and edited by Palm Tree Pod Co. 

We cover a complaint filed by the NLRB against USC athletics, the PAC 12, and the NCAA. We discuss our time at the Beau Johnson X Soyumi NIL event. We discuss the state of affairs for athletes within the state of Utah following the Utah State Records Committee's determination to open NIL contract records. We cover our favorite nillies including Kane Footware's recent entrance into the NIL game and Angel Reese's deal with Reebok.To learn more about our Nillie platform, visit nillie.io or email contact@victreefi.com. To learn more about our Framework platform, visit victreefi.com. - - - - - - - - - -Name Image Likeness is produced and edited by Palm Tree Pod Co. 

We cover the saga of NIL discussions before the Senate Judiciary Commitee. We discuss a new NIL deal for Houston basketball players. We discuss our favorite nillies including Chop Robinson's pork campaign and the Grove Collective's charitable efforts. To learn more about our Nillie platform, visit nillie.io or email contact@victreefi.com. To learn more about our Framework platform, visit victreefi.com. 

Chrissy and Wheeler cover NIL petitions from Ivy League athletes. Recently, 15 members of the Dartmouth men's basketball team signed a petition to join Local 560 of the Service Employees International Union. Dartmouth has objected, saying the players are not employees. Additionally, the CBPA filed a charge with the NLRB alleging that the conference misclassified athletes as amateurs, rather than as professionals. They also discuss the Florida High School Athletic Association's NIL proposal draft and potential changes to NCAA NIL guidance.They discuss their favorite nillies including Ladd McConkey's deal with Shuman Farms and Isaac Bealer's deal with Webb Wealth Advisors.To learn more about our Nillie platform, visit nillie.io or email contact@victreefi.com. To learn more about our Framework platform, visit victreefi.com. - - - - - - - - - -Name Image Likeness is produced and edited by Palm Tree Pod Co. 

Chrissy and Wheeler celebrate the new NIL rules for high school athletes in Georgia. They also speak with college athlete Connor Printz about his success within the NIL world. Connor shares tips for obtaining NIL deals and growing a social media presence. They also shoutout the upcoming NIL event at Soyumi Asian Kitchen featuring Beau Johnson. In the News and Facts segment, Chrissy and Wheeler discuss the debate surrounding paying recruits to visit campus, increasing sponsorship opportunities for Colorado football, and a new petition from commissioners of HBCU conferences.  They discuss their favorite nillies including SAXX Underwear's new trophy and Terian William II's NIL gift. To learn more about our Nillie platform, visit nillie.io or email contact@victreefi.com. To learn more about our Framework platform, visit victreefi.com. - - - - - - - - - -Name Image Likeness is produced and edited by Palm Tree Pod Co. 

Chrissy and Wheeler discuss how the ninth NIL congressional hearing got derailed last week. They cover who said what and where things took a turn! In the News and Facts segment, Chrissy and Wheeler discuss the launch of the SWFL Flight Crew to support Florida Gulf Coast University student-athletes and the potential class action lawsuit focused on paying NCAA players for broadcast revenue.  They discuss their favorite nillies including the Iowa Pork Producers Association's deal with Myles Purchase, Tyler Moore, Tommy Hamman, and Caleb Bacon. They also cover Carson Beck's deal with Zero FG Energy Drink.To learn more about our Nillie platform, visit nillie.io or email contact@victreefi.com. To learn more about our Framework platform, visit victreefi.com. 

Chrissy and Wheeler discuss Nillie's inclusion in Business Insider's list of NIL companies. They talk about how Deion Sanders, aka Coach Prime, crashed Kristi Dosh's Business of College Sports website. Chrissy shares her excitement to see Angel Reese in a music video with Latto and Cardi B. In the News and Facts segment, Chrissy and Wheeler discuss high school NIL drama at Tuscaloosa County High School, the WWE's Campus Rush campaign, LSU's efforts to excite recruits about NIL, The Collective Association's trip to DC, the PIAA's new rules, and the reintroduction of a new North Carolina NIL bill.    They discuss their favorite nillies including Pit Vipers' deal with South Carolina athletes and Shedeur Sanders' deal with Urban Outfitters.To learn more about our Nillie platform, visit nillie.io or email contact@victreefi.com. To learn more about our Framework platform, visit victreefi.com. - - - - - - - - - -Name Image Likeness is produced and edited by Palm Tree Pod Co. 

Chrissy and Wheeler discuss NCAA President Charlie Baker's visit to Sioux Falls. He and Senator John Thune took part in an event hosted by the Northern Sun Intercollegiate Conference and Augustana University and discussed potential national NIL legislation and proposed changes to the NIL ecosystem.  In the News and Facts segment, Chrissy and Wheeler discuss Reggie Bush's lawsuit against the NCAA, the launch of athletes.org, Morgan Stanley's new financial literacy program for athletes, the success of a recent fundraising campaign by the Grove Collective, and a NIL deal from the DOJ. They discuss their favorite nillies including Harold Blood's deal with Gordon McKernon and John Rhys Plumee's deal with Icy Hot.To learn more about our Nillie platform, visit nillie.io or email contact@victreefi.com. To learn more about our Framework platform, visit victreefi.com. Quote“We also want to say congratulations to the Grove Collective on a very successful fundraising campaign for Ole Miss athletes!”(07:08-07:15 | Wheeler)- - - - - - - - - -Name Image Likeness is produced and edited by Palm Tree Pod Co. 

Chrissy and Wheeler discuss The Collective Association and its founding members. TCA is a trade association made up of 17 member institutions from powerful football programs. They talk about the power that such a group may hold and debate whether inclusion in the group will provide an unfair advantage to member collectives.In the News and Facts segment, Chrissy and Wheeler discuss potential changes to NIL rules for high school athletes in Georgia and the unfolding LifeWallet lawsuits. They discuss their favorite nillies including Squirrel White's deal with Weigels and the Longhorn offensive line's deal with Athletic Brewing.To learn more about our Nillie platform, visit nillie.io or email contact@victreefi.com. To learn more about our Framework platform, visit victreefi.com. Quote“Is the TCA going to be helpful or more like the mafia?”(20:08-20:15 | Chrissy)- - - - - - - - - -Name Image Likeness is produced and edited by Palm Tree Pod Co. 

Chrissy and Wheeler talk about five talented football players on the Nillie roster. They discuss their talent on and off the field and talk about their schools' football programs. Athletes include Myles Crawley, Sunny Anderson, Lyndon Rash, CJ Daniels, and DyShawn Gales. They also review recent press coverage of the athletes including footage from the Manning Passing Academy, the Draft Diamonds YouTube Channel, and the Hero Sports website.In the News and Facts segment, Chrissy and Wheeler discuss NCAA President Charlie Baker's latest letter regarding NIL, the launch of The Lions Share collective to support the University of North Alabama athletes, the launch of the The Knights Table collective to support Southern Virginia University athletes, the launch of the For the Peayple collective to support Austin Peay athletes, and the announcements that The Champions Circle collective has been named the official collective partner of Michigan athletics. They discuss their favorite nillies including Emeka Egbuka's deal with Amazon Style and Cameron Brink's deal with New Balance.To learn more about our Nillie platform, visit nillie.io or email contact@victreefi.com. To learn more about our Framework platform, visit victreefi.com. Quote“Sunny Anderson is going to the NFL.”(22:10-23:21 | Wheeler)

Chrissy and Wheeler speak with members of the Micconoppe 1851 Collective and the legendary Marvin Jones about FSU's new Marvin Jones LASER Center. They discuss the importance of providing student-athletes an opportunity to gain business skills before leaving school.In our News and Facts segment, Chrissy and Wheeler discuss the NIL Newstand's new NIL Collective Database, the push for enhanced guidance from the IRS related to collectives' non-profit status, and the latest update on the battle between EA Sports and TBG.We discuss our favorite nillies including Marvin Harrison Jr.'s deal with Grippo's Chips and Ryan Burger's deal with The Cardinal. To learn more about our Nillie platform, visit nillie.io or email contact@victreefi.com. To learn more about our Framework platform, visit victreefi.com. Quote“The Marvin Jones LASER Center will provide career guidance to Seminole athletes.”(21:10-21:21 | Wheeler)- - - - - - - - - -Name Image Likeness is produced and edited by Palm Tree Pod Co. 

This week we discuss how we trademarked Nillie!In our News and Facts segment, we discuss the Classic City Collective's recent event featuring Corey Smith, the announcement of the Garnet Trust as the official collective of USC, the addition of a NIL agent listing on the NIL Island website, and the growing number of proposed Federal bills related to NIL.Our Mathlete segment dives into Arch Manning's new trading card deal.We discuss our favorite nillies, including Arch Manning's new deal with Panini America and Trey Benson's deal with Raising Canes.To learn more about our Nillie platform, visit nillie.io or email contact@victreefi.com. To learn more about our Framework platform, visit victreefi.com. Quote“Arch Manning just announced his first NIL deal.”(25:10-25:21 | Wheeler)- - - - - - - - - -Name Image Likeness is produced and edited by Palm Tree Pod Co. 

Chrissy and Wheeler run through the latest NIL news in a quick summer episode!In our News and Facts segment, we discuss the Icon 1901 Collective's Influencer University, recent changes to Missouri NIL law, the announcement of the Meta NIL incubator, changes to the KHSAA Handbook, updates to New York's NIL law, and statistics released by INFLCR.We discuss our favorite nillies, including Will Campbell's deal with Sunshine Quality Solutions and a frozen pizza deal from Andoro & Sons Pizza with Missouri student-athletes. To learn more about our Nillie platform, visit nillie.io or email contact@victreefi.com. To learn more about our Framework platform, visit victreefi.com. Quote“INFLCR just revealed that 76% of NIL payments coming through its platform come from collectives.”(19:10-19:21 | Chrissy)- - - - - - - - - -Name Image Likeness is produced and edited by Palm Tree Pod Co. 

This week on the podcast we speak with Donye McFadden, The Champ's Cheat Code! We discuss his work to improve the mental and physical wellness of athletes as a trainer through his program, REFORM U. We also give a shoutout to his wife, Brittany Greene, The Credit Crusader! In our News and Facts segment we discuss how several collectives are partnering with alcohol brands to boost support, the recent VCU and HAVOC Unlimited Collective town hall, the announcement of the The Uninterrupted Film Festival, and the publication of new NCAA guidance. We discuss our favorite recent nillies including Kyle McCord's deal with Mark Wahlberg Chevrolet and Tre Johnson's trading card deal with Panini America. Tre is represented by LIFT Sports Management.To learn more about our programming, visit victreefi.com or nillie.io.Quote:“Tre Johnson has a trading card deal with Paninini America.” (25:15-25:20) Wheeler- - - - - - - - - -Name Image Likeness is produced and edited by Palm Tree Pod Co. 

This week we discuss our trip to Atlanta for the 1NIL Empowerment Summit. During the event, we heard from panelists including attorneys from Dentons, Benjamin Chavis, Brian Woods, Edward Davis, and Jennifer Rodriguez.  In our News and Facts segment, we discuss New York's new NIL bill, The Brandr Group's lawsuit against EA Sports, and the possibility of Michigan athletes unionizing. We discuss our favorite nillies, including Ethan Down's deal with Precious Hunnie Beez Florals and Flau'jae Johnson's planned appearance at the Made in America music festival (which also includes Lizzo, Latto, and SZA).To learn more about our Nillie platform, visit nillie.io or email contact@victreefi.com. To learn more about our Framework platform, visit victreefi.com. Quote“The Michigan House is considering a bill that would allow college athletes to unionize. .”(9:11-9:18 | Chrissy)- - - - - - - - - -Name Image Likeness is produced and edited by Palm Tree Pod Co. 

The IRS is cracking down on NIL collectives and suggested in a recent memo that nonprofit NIL collectives could be breaking the law. This week we break down this IRS memo and talk about the implications for NIL collectives. In our News and Facts segment, we discuss the group licensing deal with EA Sports, the proposed amendment to New York's NIL law, the formation of the Blue A Collective, the merger to form the Happy Valley NIL Collective, the launch of the Lone Star Collective, and the never-ending saga of NIL for high school athletes in North Carolina.We discuss our favorite nillies, including J.T. Tuimoloau's youth camp and Armando Bacot's deal with Frosted Flakes.To learn more about our Nillie platform, visit nillie.io or email contact@victreefi.com. To learn more about our Framework platform, visit victreefi.com. Quote“So the opinion of the memo is that NIL collectives will benefit private interests will be more than incidental.”(23:10-23:20 | Wheeler)

This week we discuss the bill proposing that California student-athletes receive payment from their schools.In our News and Facts segment, we discuss the launch of Explorers United to support La Salle University student-athletes, the SEC's visit to DC, the Built Bar debacle, and the agenda of the SEC's annual meeting.We discuss our favorite nillies, including HeyDude's deal with South Carolina baseball players and Trey Benson's deal with Surcheros. To learn more about our Nillie platform, visit nillie.io or email contact@victreefi.com. To learn more about our Framework platform, visit victreefi.com. Quote“The California Assembly just narrowly voted to approve legislation that would create an opportunity for college athletes in the state to receive payments from their schools based on their respective team revenue..” (6:16-6:40 | Wheeler)- - - - - - - - - -Name Image Likeness is produced and edited by Palm Tree Pod Co. 

This week we sit down with Reggie Calhoun Jr. to talk about the 1NIL Empowerment Summit and his other big plans to change the NIL game. In our News and Facts segment, we discuss the ongoing battle over high school NIL rights in North Carolina, the endorsement of the Student-Athlete Level Playing Field Act, and the launch of the Hoyas Rising collective. We discuss our favorite nillies, including a sweet surprise from UConn men's basketball team members and Angel Reese's newest deal with Mielle.To learn more about our Nillie platform, visit nillie.io or email contact@victreefi.com. To learn more about our Framework platform, visit victreefi.com. Quote“The Name Image Likeness podcast will be in attendance at the 1NIL Empowerment Summit in June.” (10:16-10:23 | Chrissy)- - - - - - - - - -Name Image Likeness is produced and edited by Palm Tree Pod Co. 

This week we practice our sports tech app pitch! On May 25th we are competing in a fast pitch competition and we need some practice! We also discuss a recent nillie between Naples Rib Company and Long Beach State athletes Mason Briggs and Mekhi Mays. The deal was organized by Zach Carr from Extra Rep Sports. We also shout out the Hoop and Holler Houston collective and Coach Tim from the Health and Hypno podcast.In our News and Facts segment, we discuss the draft of a new Federal NIL law; EA Sports' new game; the complaint filed against the Pac 12, the NCAA, and USC; the launch of the Montpelier Collective; and the establishment of PlayFly Sports. We hear from Nillie Athlete Tywane Ransom. We discuss our favorite nillies including RoofClaim.com's recent NIL deal with Florida Atlantic athletes and Spanx's new deal with female student-athletes.To learn more about our Nillie platform, visit nillie.io or email contact@victreefi.com. To learn more about our Framework platform, visit victreefi.com. Quote“We are so excited for the 2023 Creative Coast Fast Pitch competition!” (05:25-05:30 | Chrissy)

This week we go behind the scenes of a NIL deal! Grace Vest from Sunshine Quality Solutions hops on the podcast to discuss the John Deere dealership's NIL campaign featuring LSU's Harold Perkins, Jr. Grace also discusses how they connected with other athletes, like Garrett Nussmeier, through the MatchPoint app. She compares this experience to working with an agent to broker a deal with Harold Perkins. Grace describes the photo shoot experience and the plans to fully launch Harold's campaign later in 2023.We also discuss our advisory board for the Creative Coast Fast Pitch competition. In our News and Facts segment, we discuss potential changes to North Carolina's high school NIL governance, Missouri's revised NIL law, the launch of Leah Clapper's NIL Island with an assist from Kristi Dosh, and the agenda for the 2023 Black Student-Athlete Summit. Our Nillie Mathlete segment discusses changes to North Carolina's NIL guidance.We discuss our favorite nillies including TR Waste Solution's deal with Riley Cooper and Gavin Dugas and Settlemeier's Jackets' partnership with Jackson Shelstad. To learn more about our Nillie platform, visit nillie.io or email contact@victreefi.com. To learn more about our Framework platform, visit victreefi.com. Quote“We are specifically digging into the John Deere dealership's work with LSU's Harold Perkins.” (17:25-17:55 | Chrissy)- - - - - - - - - -Name Image Likeness is produced and edited by Palm Tree Pod Co. 

This week we are learning about group licensing rights! Chris Marciani from The Brandr Group joined us in the studio for a discussion about how TBG develops co-branded campaigns using group player rights. We announce our inclusion in the Creative Coast Fast Pitch competition. We also congratulate the Micconope 1851 collective for its recent announcement regarding the Marvin Jones LASER Center.In our News and Facts segment, we discuss the ongoing NCAA review, the launch of the Conquest Collective, the approval of NIL activity for high school athletes in both North Carolina and Virginia, and the official endorsement of the Midnight Ride Collective. Our Nillie Mathlete segment discusses the earning potential of high school athletes.We discuss our favorite nillies including Drake Maye's football camp and Zips Carwash commercials with UNC athletes like Austin Greaser.To learn more about our Nillie platform, visit nillie.io or email contact@victreefi.com. To learn more about our Framework platform, visit victreefi.com. Quote“We learned how the Brandr group helps companies connect with student-athletes and use university intellectual property.” (13:25-13:55 | Chrissy)- - - - - - - - - -Name Image Likeness is produced and edited by Palm Tree Pod Co. 

This week we discuss five lessons we learned during a recent NIL software demonstration for VicTreeFi's Framework software. We talk about what worked and what flopped. In our News and Facts segment, we discuss the University of Florida's latest guidance for international athletes, the official endorsement of Dinkytown Athletes, the launch of Florida Victorious, and the Florida Board of Governor's ban on TikTok.  Our Nillie Athlete segment discusses the income earned by Sports Illustrated models.We hear from Nillie Athletes NaeSaan Dickerson. We discuss our favorite nillies including Mason Cobb's deal with Painting with a Twist and Harold Perkins' deal with a John Deere franchise.To learn more about our Nillie platform, visit nillie.io or email contact@victreefi.com. To learn more about our Framework platform, visit victreefi.com. Quote“We are releasing updated software for the Fall 2023 Semester and so we organized a group demonstration of the software and I wanted to talk about how we thought it went.” (19:25-20:35 | Chrissy)- - - - - - - - - -Name Image Likeness is produced and edited by Palm Tree Pod Co. 

The podcast has hit the road! This week we discuss our recent trips to Macon, Georgia, and Grambling, Louisiana. We attended the Georgia High School Association's Executive Session last week and we are covering the highlights. Then we hit I-20 towards Grambling! We discuss the Icon 1901 Collective's event for Grambling State Univesity student-athletes. We attended to share information about our Nillie platform and merchandise deals! AND we met Coach Hue Jackson!In our News and Facts segment, we discuss proposed Texas Bill 2804, the launch of the Crimson Collective, Triumph NIL's deals with former student-athletes, the establishment of the Broncos Will Reign collective, and the success of the Cincinnati Athletics's In Her Likeness event.We hear from Nillie Athletes Noah Wilson and Taris Thornton. We discuss our favorite nillies including Kareem Watkins' deal with Lex Exotics and the South Carolina Watermelon Association's deal with three USC athletes.To learn more about our Nillie platform, visit nillie.io or email contact@victreefi.com. To learn more about our Framework platform, visit victreefi.com. Quote“The Icon 1901 Collective and G-Men Nation have begun their $1,000,000 Campaign for the football team.” (29:25-30:35 | Wheeler)

This week we speak with listener Ryan Cooper about his NIL study regarding the impact of student-athlete endorsements on small businesses. He worked with Lex Bowls and two VMI student-athletes to complete his research. Student-athletes include Herbert Brooks and Sedona Dancu. Our NIL Mathlete segment breaks down the numbers behind acai bowls.We discuss our social media management arm and our planned trip to Grambling, Louisiana, to help with the Icon 1901 Collective's $1,000,000 NIL Campaign. In our News and Facts segment, we discuss the latest NIL lawsuit, the South Dakota High School Activities Association's new proposed NIL rules, Ohio State's Career Fair, and Oklahoma's Senate Bill 240. We hear from Nillie Athlete Keon Clary. We discuss our favorite nillies including John Rhys' deal with Dove Men and how athletes promoted the new Champions movie.To learn more about our Nillie platform, visit nillie.io or email contact@victreefi.com. To learn more about our Framework platform, visit victreefi.com. Quote“I love hearing how Lex Bowls benefits from working with athletes and I loved learning about how involved Ryan became.” (40:25-40:35 | Wheeler)- - - - - - - - - - - -Name Image Likeness is produced and edited by Palm Tree Pod Co. 

This week we speak with Connor Lewis from Class Cash about how businesses utilize college influencers to promote products in Auburn and beyond. Class Cash is an app that pays students to go to classrooms, student centers, and libraries. Wheeler and Connor discuss the tech behind Class Cash.Our NIL Mathlete segment breaks down the numbers behind the University of Denver's student body.We discuss our newest platform launch and our planned trip to Grambling, Louisiana, to help with the Icon 1901 Collective's $1,000,000 NIL Campaign. In our News and Facts segment, we discuss Congress' 8th hearing on NIL, the gambling industry's new marketing code, the launch of the Floorburn U Collective, a new proposed NIL bill for Texas, and a few potential changes to NIL rules for Arkansas high school athletes. We hear from Nillie Athletes Rico Chambers and Max Reese. We discuss our favorite nillies including Mattress Mac's deal with the Florida Atlanta basketball team and Caitlin Clark's new Nike gear.To learn more about our Nillie platform, visit nillie.io or email contact@victreefi.com. To learn more about our Framework platform, visit victreefi.com. Quote:“Connor is doing some pretty creative stuff with college students that aligns with promoting brands while they go to class and study on campus ” (16:25-16:35 | Chrissy)- - - - - - - - - -Name Image Likeness is produced and edited by Palm Tree Pod Co. 

This week we discuss how we prepared for the Micconope 1851 x Givebacks Spring Charity Challenge Event. Our NIL Mathlete segment breaks down the influence of beach volleyball players.We discuss our time in Tallahassee and our experience at the Florida State Track Meet. In our News and Facts segment, we discuss how the news outlet Axios pressured Arizona schools to disclose NIL deal information, why US Senators Chrisy Murphy and Richard Blumenthal sent a letter regarding international student-athletes' NIL rights to the US Department of Homeland Security, and how the lawsuit against Ivy League schools is progressing.We discuss our favorite nillies including Steve Madden's NIL deal with 10 athletes and Arizona State QB Jadan Rashada's deal with State Bicycle Co.To learn more about our Nillie platform, visit nillie.io or email contact@victreefi.com. To learn more about our Framework platform, visit victreefi.com. Quote“As we discussed a few weeks ago, a lawsuit filed by two student-athletes against Ivy league universities accuses them of participating in a price-fixing scheme by not compensating or providing athletic scholarships while operating as commercial enterprises. ” (15:10-16:05 | Wheeler- - - - - - - - - -Name Image Likeness is produced and edited by Palm Tree Pod Co. 

This week we speak with Liam Peers from NIL Ventures about how his company is helping baseball student-athletes monetize their NIL…because we got it wrong the first time. Our NIL Mathlete segment breaks down the dollars behind Degree's new NIL initiative. We discuss our St. Patrick's Day festivities - including a Connor McGregor sighting! We talk about the announcement of the Icon 1901 Collective's new $1,000,000 campaign. We describe our second Girl Scout NIL deal featuring Nillie Athletes Owen Meister, Isabella McCullough, Natalia Bowles, and Dior Nicholson. We discuss our upcoming road trip to Florida State University for the Micconope 1851 x Givebacks Spring Charity Challenge.   In our News and Facts segment, we discuss the Cincy Reigns Collective's Let's Reign Campaign, the Memphis Redbirds and the 901 Fund's U of M Night, the Global Sports Institution's Sun Devil Athletics Venture Challenge, Trayveon Williams and Alex Sinatra's law school class, and the agenda at the NACDA Convention.  We discuss our favorite nillies including Pringles' March Mustache Collection and Continental Tires's Smart Choice Sessions.To learn more about our Nillie platform, visit nillie.io or email contact@victreefi.com. To learn more about our Framework platform, visit victreefi.com. Quote“The company has signed three college basketball players known for their mustaches. ” (25:11-25:25 | Wheeler)

This week we discuss Nick Saban's comments on NIL during a recent interview with Sports Illustrated.Our NIL Mathlete segment breaks down ticket sales at the NCAA Tournament.We discuss our battle with Artillery Punch and plans for upcoming St. Patrick's Day celebrations. We congratulate Nillie Athlete Cam Christon for being named the 2022-2023 SWAC Player of the Year. We discuss Nillie Athlete Luke Couch's recent performance during a golf tournament in Savannah. We also describe our preparation for the Spring Charity Challenge in partnership with Micconope 1851 and Givebacks - and we show off our event t-shirts. In our News and Facts segment, we discuss the Hilltopper CLIMB's recent career fair, the launch of the Red and Blue Collective, Boise State athletics' tax preparation workshop for athletes, the Ivy League's most recent lawsuit, and Livvy Dunne's recent partnership with Caktus.ai. We discuss our favorite nillies including Marvin Harrison Jr.'s deal with Monarc and Paul Mulcahy's NIL gift. We promote CleanKonnect's NIL Certification Course. Listeners can use code NAMEIMAGELIKENESSPODCAST to access a 20% discount. To learn more about our Nillie platform, visit nillie.io or email contact@victreefi.com. To learn more about our Framework platform, visit victreefi.com. Quote:“Guys are not going to school where they can create the most value for their future.” (13:11-13:25 | Nick Saban - Quoted by Chrissy)- - - - - - - - - -Name Image Likeness is produced and edited by Palm Tree Pod Co. 

This week we discuss The Icon 1901 Collective's one-year anniversary! We feature our interview on the collective's podcast. Our NIL Mathlete segment breaks down the numbers behind an imaginary Nike NIL deal.We discuss our participation in the Park Place Outreach Cornhole Tournament. We also talk about our featured article on the Business of College Sports website and complement the professionalism of student-athlete intern Natalie Lopez. Additionally, we give a shoutout to listener Ryan Cooper for his impressive NIL study focusing on the impact of athlete endorsements on small businesses. His study features Lex Bowls. In our News and Facts segment, we discuss the NCAA's recent memo to member schools, the launch of the CT Baseball Collective, Republican State Representative R.J. Hawk's recent comment on the proposal of high school NIL legislation in Arkansas, and the announcement of new NCAA President Charlie Baker's views on NIL.We discuss our favorite nillies including the Carolina Girl's shoe deal with Ariat and Maui Ahuna's deal with Weigels. We promote CleanKonnect's NIL Certification Course. Listeners can use code NAMEIMAGELIKENESSPODCAST to access a 20% discount. To learn more about our Nillie platform, visit nillie.io or email contact@victreefi.com. To learn more about our Framework platform, visit victreefi.com. Quote“That would allow Arkansas high school athletes to enter into NIL deals, similar to college athletes.” (11:11-11:25 | Chrissy)- - - - - - - - - - Name Image Likeness is produced and edited by Palm Tree Pod Co. 

Welcome to Miami, people! This week we discuss the NCAA's first NIL-related sanctions. Our story takes us to the University of Miami and we discuss how LifeWallet CEO John Ruiz, the Cavinder twins, and Miami Head Coach Katie Meier became embroiled in this investigation. Our main segment reviews the recently released Negotiated Resolution.Our NIL Mathlete segment breaks down the numbers behind the penalties imposed upon Miami for NIL-related recruiting violations.We discuss a few of our favorite recent collaborations with NIL collectives, including an appearance on the Icon 1901 Collective's podcast and our work with the Micconope 1851 Collective's Spring Charity Event, in collaboration with Givebacks.In our News and Facts segment, we discuss the proposal of a new Texas NIL bill, the announcement of the 2023 Allen Sack National Symposium, the launch of the NIL Verified Network, the success of Volunteer Legacy's charity networking event, and the proposal of a new NIL bill in Oklahoma by Senators Greg McCortney and Shane Jett.  We hear a shoutout from Nillie Athlete Taylor Banks from the Micconope 1851 Collective. We discuss our favorite nillies including Hally's deal with Bayor student-athletes and Amari Davis' deal with Lee's Famous Recipe Chicken.We promote CleanKonnect's NIL Certification Course. Listeners can use code NAMEIMAGELIKENESSPODCAST to access a 20% discount. To learn more about our Nillie platform, visit nillie.io or email contact@victreefi.com. To learn more about our Framework platform, visit victreefi.com. Quote“In the end, the NCAA found that the head coach's involvement to connect the family and the booster resulted in an impermissible recruiting contact and recruiting inducement.” (30:10-30:45 | Chrissy)- - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - Name Image Likeness is produced and edited by Palm Tree Pod Co. 

This week we interview Mark Fuhrman from Fuhrman Consulting. We speak to Mark about his time as the Pitt Panther, his work in the professional sports world, and his experience covering athletics during his time at both iHeartMedia and Comcast Sports Southeast. Our NIL Mathlete segment breaks down the numbers behind softball success. We discuss Taylor Tinsley and Jordan Woolery.We discuss Wheeler's experience at the Candler Clays Charity Shoot. We also talk about the national NCAA Rifle rankings. In our News and Facts segment, we discuss the launch of the Tommy Group in support of USC student-athletes, the launch of the Penguin Collective in support of Youngstown State University student-athletes, updates on Johnson v. NCAA, the launch of the 12th Man+ Fund, and the signing of Florida House Bill 7B.We hear shoutouts from Nillie Athletes Josh Phillips and Justin Taylor. We discuss our favorite nillies including Paul Skenes's donations to Folds of Honor and a camp put on by Jett Howard, Jace Howard, and Tarris Reed.To learn more about our Nillie platform, visit nillie.io or email contact@victreefi.com. To learn more about our Framework platform, visit victreefi.com. Quote“Last week judges at the US Third Circuit Court of Appeals attacked the NCAA's amateurism model.” (10:10-10:25 | Chrissy)