This week we dissect NCAA Vice President of Enforcement Jon Duncan’s recently published interview about NIL policy enforcement. We discuss the standard for circumstantial evidence allowed in the consideration of apparent violations related to NIL.Our NIL Mathlete segment breaks down a unique NIL request by an Alabama football player trying to obtain NIL funds to benefit his girlfriend.We talk about a new NIL deal for our Nillie Athletes involving Girl Scouts. We brag about Savannah’s new pro team - the Savannah Hurricanes. In our News and Facts segment, we are talking about NIL legislation changes! We discuss Nevada’s proposed Senate Bill 70, New Mexico’s proposed Senate Bill 219, and Oklahoma’s Senate Bill 840.We meet Nillie Athlete Marquise Lawson-Greenwood. We discuss our favorite nillies including the Pokes with a Purposes’ involvement in the Trav’s Coasts for Kids drive and Bella Mir’s new NIL deal with UFC.To learn more about our Nillie platform, visit nillie.io or email [email protected]. To learn more about our Framework platform, visit victreefi.com. Quote“The NCAA is more interested in the contact between athletes and companies/collectives that leads to the NIL activity rather than the actual performance of those acts.” (19:10-19:25 | Wheeler)“I am shouting out the Pokes with a Purpose Collective. Oklahoma State players recently helped donate coats and jackets to Trav’s Coats for Kids.” (25:05-25:15 | Chrissy)- - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - Name Image Likeness is produced and edited by Palm Tree Pod Co. 

This week we asked our Nillie Athlete, Owen Meister, to interview a few athletes from across the country about their experiences within the NIL world. We also asked Owen to share his own story and experiences. Athletes interviewed include Dante Sellari from West Essex High School, Abellany Mendez from Montclair State University, Sean Moran from Notre Dame University, Jenna Rogers from the University of Nebraska, and Jemal Williams from Lincoln University.We break down some of the biggest expenses and revenue sources associated with collegiate athletic programs.We brag about the success of athletes in the Savannah area, including Savannah State’s Nyla Allen and Georgia Southern’s Jalen Finch. We also talk about Auburn gymnastics’ spectacular hype.We discuss California Assemblymember Chris Holden’s proposed College Athlete Protection Act, recruit Jaden Rashada’s reversal from his commitment to Florida, the Texas One Fund’s Meet and Greet event, and the launch of the 1861 NIL Foundation.  We discuss the merchandise sale success of Nillie Athletes Kedrick Edwards, Nasir Frederick, and Ethan Brown. We also discuss our favorite recent NIL deals, including the launch of Emma Weyant’s swimwear line with Sporti and Johntay Cook II, Justice Finkley, Anthony Hill and Kelvin Banks’ deal with Vanguard Volkswagen. Quote“We are so thrilled to have such strong Nillie Athletes.” (19:05-19:10 | Chrissy)

This week we discuss some of the pitfalls of allowing NIL monetization on the high school level. From additional cameras on the sidelines to potential disparity caused by collectives, we cover it all.Our NIL Mathlete segment discusses the impact of transfers on high school football ticket sales.In our News and Facts segment, we discuss the recent mess caused by Olivia Dunne’s fans, Sportico’s predictions for NIL in 2023 and 2024, the launch of The Hilltop Club, Elite Casino Resorts’ support of The Swarm Collective, NILSU’s plans for its Build Your Board event, and Baylor Athletics’ establishment of a NIL advisory council (including work with Startup Waco).We hear from Nillie Athletes John Hunt and Eathan Thompson. We also discuss our favorite recent NIL deals including Sam Breen’s partnership with the Dakin Humane Society (with help from The Massachusetts Collective) and Alex Junghan’s partnership with Old Hickory Bat Company. Also we give a shoutout to Image Is Everything party bus rentals!To learn more about our Nillie platform, visit nillie.io or email [email protected]. To learn more about our Framework platform, visit victreefi.com. Quote:“During the meeting the Board of Trustees discussed several important topics related to Georgia High School athletics, including a little bit about NIL. ” (05:05-05:10 | Wheeler)- - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - Name Image Likeness is produced and edited by Palm Tree Pod Co. 

This week we discuss the importance of sharing your brand on social media. We debate the importance of large follower counts to indicate success. Our NIL Mathlete segment discusses the valuations of Bronny James, Arch Manning, and Mikey Williams.In our News and Facts segment, we discuss the Georgia High School Association’s upcoming meeting regarding NIL on the high school level in Georgia, the agenda for the NCAA Convention, a new Florida NIL bill proposed by Representative Chip LaMarca, the launch of The Tech Way and The Royal Blue collectives, and the announcement that Massachusetts Governor Charlie Baker will succeed Mark Emmert as president of the NCAA.  We hear from Nillie Athletes Natalia Bowles and Mike Mims. We also discuss our favorite recent NIL deals including Benjamin Morrison’s deal with Forever Young Sports Cards, Anthony Leal’s use of NIL earnings to repay his sister’s student debt, and Cheez-It’s NIL deal with Mycah Pittman, Garrett Nussmeier, and Tyrone Tracy Jr.To learn more about our Nillie platform, visit nillie.io or email [email protected]. To learn more about our Framework platform, visit victreefi.com. Quote“With money saved to date, Anthony Leal paid over $50,000 to pay off his sister Lauren's student loan debt. ” (30:05-30:10 | Wheeler)- - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - VicTreeFi on Instagram | Facebook | LinkedIn | WebsiteName Image Likeness: InstagramName Image Likeness is produced and edited by Palm Tree Pod Co. 

This week we discuss the impact of artificial intelligence on the name, image, and likeness (NIL) world. We explore how technology like ChatGPT can be used to create content related to NIL. The ChatGPT model interacts in a conversational way. During this episode, we test the tech and try to create podcast content. We talk about the ways in which it is helpful - and where it misses the mark.Our NIL Mathlete segment discusses the deal between TCU wide receiver Jordan Hudson and Revival Fitness.In our News and Facts segment, we discuss the launch of our Savannah NIL website, changes to NIL rules for New Jersey high school athletes, a South Carolina bill proposing that student-athletes receive work-study stipends, the National Labor Relations Board’s pursuit of unfair labor practice charges against USC, a new NIL deal between Sunday Golf and the youngest athlete on record in the NIL era, Sports Illustrated’s list of the top NIL earners, and the announcement of the 2023 NIL Summit. We hear from Nillie Athletes Ethan Brown and Aries Gardner. We also discuss our favorite recent NIL deals, including Nathaniel Watson, Jett Johnson, and Will Rogers’ NIL deal for good through the Bulldog Initiative and Mike Novitsky’s work with the Mass Strategies Collective to promote Fight for Literacy.  To learn more about our Nillie platform, visit nillie.io or email [email protected]. To learn more about our Framework platform, visit victreefi.com. Quote:“AI is seriously improving and it is only a matter of time before it impacts NIL.” (19:05-19:10 | Wheeler)- - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - VicTreeFi on Instagram | Facebook | LinkedIn | Website Name Image Likeness: InstagramName Image Likeness is produced and edited by Palm Tree Pod

This week we discuss how Exit 56 is getting creative with NIL deals. The publisher is working with student-athletes at Penn State and the University of Michigan to publish university-specific children’s books. And we brag on our Nillie Athletes playing on the Grambling State University basketball and the American International College hockey teams. Our NIL Mathlete segment discusses our listener’s time spent listening to our podcast in 2022.In our News and Facts segment, we discuss the merger of the Crimson and Cream Collective and the Strengthening Oklahoma Collective, the launch of the Battles End Collective for Florida State, the approval of high school NIL activities in Pennsylvania and Tennessee, the first high school NIL deal in Pennsylvania (between Neal Brown and The Pavement Group, and Opendorse’s new NIL Book.We hear from Nillie Athletes Donald Lee, Nasir Frederick, Carte’Are Gordon, Kelcey White, Cohen Boyd, and Chon Ulusan. We also discuss our favorite recent NIL deals including Mark Gronowski, Jadon Janke, Jaxon Janke, and Isaiah Davis’ deal with Applebees and Jalin Hyatt’s deal with World of Hyatt.  To learn more about our Nillie platform, visit nillie.io or email [email protected]. To learn more about our Framework platform, visit victreefi.com. 

This week we discuss two major events: Wiz Khalifa’s entrance into the NIL game and the first inter-species NIL deal! That is right, Nillie sponsored a member of Georgia Southern University’s first ratsketball team! We discuss the terms of our rat NIL deal with Ratatouille Duke and his performance during his first tournament. Our NIL Mathlete segment covers Wiz Khalifa’s NIL deal promoting his “45 Minute Beatdown.”Our guest this week is Intern Ephraim. For his final internship project, Ephraim describes his experience interning for VicTreeFi and gives athletes advice on creating brand graphics.In our News and Facts segment, we discuss the launch of the Miconopee 1851 Collective’s Meet Miconopee podcast, how Exit 56 is helping athletes publish books, Michigan State’s inaugural EverGreen NIL Celebration, Colorado State is launching the Stalwart Journey NIL program, and Atlantic Records’ partnership with INFLCR.We hear from Nillie Athletes Lawrence Steed, Juliana Lentz, Kedrick Edwards, and Lewis Matthews III. We discuss our favorite recent nillies including Alan Incorporated and Favor Desserts’ deal with Jalea Culliver and Tori Wilson from the Rise HBCU Collective and Nerf’s deal with Sedona Prince, Paige Bueckers, Jon Seaton, Jabril Williams, A.J. Henning, RJ Moten, Armando Bacot, RJ Davis, Tommy White, Alex Milazzo, Chase Dollander, and Chase Burns. To learn more about our Nillie platform, visit nillie.io or email [email protected]. To learn more about our Framework platform, visit victreefi.com. Quotes“Wiz Khalifa has created his own NIL microgrid.” (15:35-15:40 | Wheeler)“Ratatouille is the first rat athlete to sign a NIL deal with a brand.” (3:13-3:20 | Chrissy)

This week we discuss how the downfall of the FTX crypto exchange may have impacted outstanding NIL deals. In 2021 and early 2022, FTX was focused on marketing within the sports world. As a result, the company entered into several team-wide NIL deals with major collegiate programs. We also talk about other NIL deals that may have been ended due to the failure of a business and what this could mean for athlete compensation.Our guest this week is Patrick Johnson from Vantage Sports. Patrick tells us how athletes on his platform are using technology to connect to fans and organize in-person training sessions with young athletes! In our News and Facts segment, we discuss the launch of the Cincy Reigns collective, Fordham University Athletics’ partnership with Moritt Hock & Hamroff, the launch of the Roll the Quad collective, and the passing of New York’s NIL legislation. Our NIL Mathlete segment covers NIL deals between student-athletes and FTX.We hear from Nillie Athletes Joaquin Monque, Dior Nicholson, and Kobe Andrate. We also discuss our favorite recent nillies including University of Washington football team trading cards being sold at Jacksons and Katelyn Tuohy’s deal with Adidas Running. This episode is sponsored by Silent Disco Savannah. To learn more about our Nillie platform, visit nillie.io or email [email protected]. To learn more about our Framework platform, visit victreefi.com. Quotes“FTX got into the NIL game in the end of 2021 and beginning of 2022.” (2:15-2:20 | Chrissy)“FTX signed NIL deals with members of the Florida State softball team.” (3:42-3:46 | Wheeler)“Patrick talks about how athletes can effectively organize training to earn income.” (17:28-17:31 | Chrissy)- - - - - - - - - - - -Name Image Likeness is produced and edited by Palm Tree Pod Co. 

This week we discuss how athletes can build brands that stand out! We also discuss strategies that athletes can implement to help individuals succeed in the NIL world. We interview Hannah One and she describes her work with Nillie Athletes. Hannah lists a few of her favorite athlete brands, including those created by Lyndon Rash from Grambling State University Football, Nick Cardelli from American International College Golf, and Brianna Oats from Tusculum College Soccer. She also discusses how athletes, Like Brianna Oats and Owen Meister consistently promote their brands on social media. We discuss the success of the DePaul and College of Charleston basketball teams. In our News and Facts segment, we discuss the formation of the One Texas Fund, the establishment of The 15 Club, Olivia Dunne’s NIL journey, the Media Innovators Conference from the Sports Business Journal, and recent updates to the Rhode Island Interscholastic League’s Amateurism rules.   Our NIL Mathlete segment covers Hansel Enmanuel’s NIL potential in comparison to NBA income projections.We hear from Nillie Athletes Logun Clark, Nick Cardelli, and Chance Deuce Williams. We also discuss our favorite recent nillies including Sataoa Laumea’s deal with C.R. England, England Logistics and the One Initiative. We also discuss Epic Games Inc.’s deal with Ohio State and Michigan athletes. This episode is sponsored by Silent Disco Savannah. To learn more about our Nillie platform, visit nillie.io or email [email protected]. To learn more about our Framework platform, visit victreefi.com. Quotes“Many athletic programs have defaulted to using INFLCR and Opendorse.” (5:35-5:45 | Wheeler)“Some of the nation’s top basketball players decided to return for another year of college ball because of this new NIL world. The riches they make through NIL are possibly keeping them from jumping ship to the NBA.” (19:28-19:35 | Wheeler)- - - - - - - - - - - - Name Image Likeness is produced and edited by Palm Tree Pod Co. 

It’s political season, people! This week we speak with UT Martin quarterback Dresser Winn about his experience in the political world. In 2022 Dresser became the first student-athlete to endorse a political candidate. We discuss Dresser’s experience in the NIL world in West Tennessee. We also speak with attorney Dale Hutcherson who represents Dresser in NIL dealings.We discuss our excitement for the Bayou Classic and describe the work Nillie is doing for Grambling State athletes within the Icon 1901 Collective. We also discuss our experience at the Savannah Ghost Pirates game.In our News and Facts segment, we discuss how Givebacks has partnered with several collectives around the nation. We also discuss recent changes to Delaware’s NIL legislation and clarification on NIL guidance from the National Federation of State High School Associations.Our NIL Mathlete segment covers estimates related to the Philly NIL Youth Protection Act.We hear from Nillie Athlete Javonte Williams and discuss our favorite recent nillies, including Jesse and Madison Hanson’s deal with K-Guard Virginia Gutters and Mike Morris’ partnership with the Mike Morse Law Firm.To learn more about our Nillie platform, visit nillie.io or email [email protected]. To learn more about our Framework platform, visit victreefi.com. In This Episode: Dresser WinnDale HutchersonIcon 1901 CollectiveGrambling StateSavannah Ghost PiratesGivebacksNational Federation of State High School AssociationsJavonte Williams- - - - - - - - - - - - - - VicTreeFi on Instagram | Facebook | LinkedIn | Website Name Image Likeness: Instagram Name Image Likeness is produced and edited by Palm Tree Pod Co.