On this episode of Nuance, Case is joined by Dr. Jeffrey Scholes, Director at the Center for the Study of Evangelicalism at the University of Colorado, Colorado Springs. Together they discuss Dr. Scholes' work exploring the intersection of religion and sports in North America. Scholes discusses the cultural significance of sports, especially in the South, and how figures like Tim Tebow exemplify the blending of faith and athletics. They also explore the professionalization of sports including NIL and the transfer portal for college athletes, as well as travel teams for youth sports. They delve into the implications of sports on family life, and the rise in sports betting in today's culture.
Episode Resources:
Against the Rules with Michael Lewis: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/against-the-rules-with-michael-lewis/id1455379351
Religion and Sports in American Culture by Jeffrey Scholes & Raphael Sassower: https://www.amazon.com/dp/041564531X
The Center for the Study of Evangelicalism: https://center.uccs.edu/cse/
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