The NIL Spot Podcast

Jamira Mitchell
  • 5.0 (4)
  • Sports
  • Updated Monthly

Welcome to the NIL Spot Podcast. A place for parents, student-athletes, and coaches to understand the concept of Name, Image, and Likeness (NIL) in the high school and college sports worlds. Your host, Dr. JAM, launched this show to highlight the need for athletes - both professionals and amateurs to build their brands based on their talent and personality. Every month, she will discuss a new topic/aspect of NIL that caters to the lives and sacrifices student-athletes across all sports go through. Tune in to become educated on NIL updates.

  1. 10/02/2025

    2025 Updated Myths of NIL

    In this episode, Dr. JAM revisits and deconstruct common misconceptions about Name, Image, and Likeness (NIL) in college athletics — with a fresh 2025 lens. As the regulatory, legal, and financial landscape of NIL continues to evolve (e.g. via new Q&A guidance, settlement developments, and emerging practices), some myths persist or morph. We break down which beliefs are outdated, which have new wrinkles, and how stakeholders need to adapt.

    50 min

  2. 11/15/2024

    The Intersection of Sports Tech and NIL

    Dr. Hill, a former student-athlete himself, opens up about his journey and the challenges facing today’s college athletes. He’ll share why planning ahead, leveraging natural talents, and maintaining balance are essential for success in the fast-paced world of college sports.

    20 min

  3. 08/24/2024

    GameChangers 2024: Daylon McCoy

    Mr. Daylon McCoy, owner of PriorityU Sports Performance. Mr. McCoy has been on the NIL road trying to tell businesses, student athletes, and coaches about NIL and how to effectively use it. Through a Facebook Group he and Dr. JAM connected and began to think of ways to share their passion of helping others learn about NIL. Together they came up with the idea of GameChangers. Hear more about Mr. McCoy and GameChanger 2024.

    23 min

  4. 08/23/2024

    GameChangers 2024: Brandi Theriot

    Ms. Brandi Theriot, the owner of Melanated Moxie explains how businesses and student athletes can use AI to build their brand. University-trained graphic designer, Ms. Theriot discussed using AI for your advantage, especially when you are on a budget. Interested in using AI to build your NIL brand? Ms. Theriot shows that you don't have to be a sports enthusiast in order to support student athletes and businesses through NIL. The only requirement is being a SERVANT!

    20 min

  5. 08/22/2024

    Gamechangers 2024: Langston Faulk

    In spite of the fact that Mr. Langston Faulk comes from a well-known family associated with football, playing football wasn’t his thing.  As a result, he forged a career in basketball and fashion instead.  Hear his story of creating the Eyeconik Brand and his plans to integrate sports and fashion to help student athletes.

    19 min

  6. 08/15/2024

    Gamechangers 2024: Ronald Piper

    Ronald Piper a business owner and NIL gamechanger has learned how to take his family business to the next level using NIL. Mr. Piper has helped student athletes in a smaller market develop their brand and garner NIL deals. Mr. Piper has over over 15 years in marketing and sales, that excels as an entrepreneur and industry expert.

    16 min

  7. 08/14/2024

    Gamechangers 2024: Nate Porter

    Meet our Gamechanger 2024, Mr. Nate Porter. Mr. Porter is a Certified Math educator in Louisiana. Mr. Porter will speak about the importance of knowing the Financial Aspects of NIL.

    12 min

  8. 05/04/2024

    The ULTIMATE NIL Deal

    This episode of The NIL Spot Podcast, features a comprehensive discussion on the evolving landscape of Name, Image, and Likeness (NIL) regulations and their impact on student-athletes, with a special focus on Reggie Bush’s journey to reclaim his Heisman Trophy. Guest Wellington "Wells P" Phillips, an LA native, shares insights into the significance of USC football in Los Angeles, especially during a time when the NFL was absent from the city. The conversation covers the immense popularity and pressures faced by star athletes like Reggie Bush, who, despite generating substantial revenue for their universities, were previously unable to benefit financially from endorsements or merchandise sales due to NCAA restrictions. This episode delves into the broader challenges and disparities in college sports, including the pressure on young athletes to perform without adequate compensation, the evolution of NIL rules that now allow athletes to earn from their personal brands, and the varying sanctions imposed on universities for different offenses. Discussions also touch upon the potential for student-athlete unions, the importance of building a personal brand early in one’s career, and the role of powerful agencies like Klutch, founded by Rich Paul and LeBron James, in navigating the sports industry. The conversation highlights how social media and NIL changes are reshaping the opportunities for student-athletes, allowing them to control their destinies and earn revenue from endorsements.

    29 min
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Welcome to the NIL Spot Podcast. A place for parents, student-athletes, and coaches to understand the concept of Name, Image, and Likeness (NIL) in the high school and college sports worlds. Your host, Dr. JAM, launched this show to highlight the need for athletes - both professionals and amateurs to build their brands based on their talent and personality. Every month, she will discuss a new topic/aspect of NIL that caters to the lives and sacrifices student-athletes across all sports go through. Tune in to become educated on NIL updates.

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  • Creator
    Jamira Mitchell
  • Years Active
    2022 - 2025
  • Episodes
    28
  • Rating
    Clean
  • Copyright
    © Jamira Mitchell
  • Show Website
    The NIL Spot Podcast