In this episode of 3rd Rail, we dive into the shifting landscape of youth sports and ask the hard questions: Who gets to play, who gets paid, and who gets left behind?
From the skyrocketing costs of youth sports to the impact of NIL deals, we explore how access to athletics has become increasingly unequal—and what that means for the next generation of athletes. We tackle inclusion of trans athletes and why playing sports has become a privilege rather than a right of childhood.
And yes, we also talk Bad Bunny headlining the next Super Bowl halftime show—because culture, sports, and politics are always connected.
If you care about sports, equity, or the future of youth athletics, this conversation is for you.
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