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FIFA's Corruption Rises To A New Level | Hour 3

Jul 28, 2026 · 37m

Summary

The hosts debate Charles Barkley’s criticism of LeBron James for "stacking" teams, contrasting it with the admiration for players like Jalen Brunson who win with less support. They then discuss a major FIFA scandal involving President Infantino’s plan to sell World Cup stakes to private investors, including Miami Heat minority owner Josh Kushner. Finally, the conversation shifts to Steve Ballmer’s alleged NBA salary cap violations and broader themes of unchecked corruption and shamelessness in the current political sphere.

Topics discussed

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