⚾ Bob Kendrick, President of the Negro Leagues Baseball Museum, joins us to share the rich history of the Negro Leagues, their role in shaping Major League Baseball, and the museum’s ambitious plans for expansion in Kansas City. From Jackie Robinson to Henry Aaron, Kendrick’s stories bring to life the players, pioneers, and cultural impact of Black baseball in America.

🏀 Pam Seidenman, founder of Accelerate Equity, discusses the persistent gender inequities in college sports more than 50 years after Title IX. She explains the data behind scholarship and participation gaps, the potential negative impact of the House settlement, and what needs to change for true equality in college athletics.

Plus, producer Tony Cordaro brings the latest sports headlines and unveils two more teams in his preseason Top 25 countdown.SportsIQ Podcast Larry SmithBob Kendrick Negro Leagues Baseball MuseumPam Seidenman Accelerate EquityTitle IX college sportsNegro Leagues history Jackie RobinsonHank Aaron MLB integrationHouse settlement NIL gender equityWomen’s sports NCAACollege football preseason Top 25Producer Tony Cordaro

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On this encore edition of SportsIQ, Larry Smith sits down with three top NFL beat writers to get an inside look at training camps and expectations for 2025.
🏈 Falcons: D. Orlando Ledbetter (Atlanta Journal-Constitution) breaks down Michael Penix Jr.’s rise to QB1, Atlanta’s young defensive talent, and the urgency to deliver for owner Arthur Blank.
🏈 Saints: Matt Paras (New Orleans Times-Picayune) discusses Derek Carr’s surprise retirement, the QB battle between Spencer Rattler and Tyler Shough, and how new head coach Kellen Moore is reshaping the franchise.
🏈 Packers: Max Dible (Heavy.com) analyzes Green Bay’s evolving wide receiver corps, Jordan Love’s next-step potential, O-line depth concerns, and whether Matt LaFleur’s squad can reclaim NFC North supremacy.

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On today’s SportsIQ, Larry Smith sits down with veteran sports journalist Hondo Carpenter for an unfiltered look at Michigan State football — from the tumultuous Mel Tucker years to the promise of new head coach Jonathan Smith. Hondo shares insider stories from decades of covering the Spartans, his candid take on NIL’s impact, and why Tom Izzo’s integrity stands apart in college sports.

Then, Penn State insider Tom Hannifin (State of State Podcast) breaks down the Nittany Lions’ 2024 playoff run, the Drew Allar factor, and the road ahead in 2025. With a favorable schedule and high expectations, can Penn State finally break through to a national championship?

🏈 Michigan State’s coaching changes and cultural reset
💰 NIL realities — who’s really driving change in college football
🏟 Tom Izzo’s legacy and loyalty to players
🦁 Penn State’s depth, schedule, and playoff lessons learned
📈 The balance between recruiting, retention, and winning big games

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