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The California Sports Lawyer Podcast with Jeremy Evans

The California Sports Lawyer Podcast with Jeremy Evans

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Jeremy M. Evans is an award-winning attorney and industry leader based in Los Angeles and Newport Beach, California. Mr. Evans is an expert in best practices and negotiations in entertainment, media and sports. He represents entertainment, media, and sports clients in contractual and intellectual property negotiations with a focus on dealmaking. His clients range from Fortune 500 corporations to entrepreneurs, advertising and production companies, studios, agencies, talent, and more. Mr. Evans is the CEO, Founder, and Managing Attorney of California Sports Lawyer®. He writes a weekly column and hosts the California Sports Lawyer® Podcast with Jeremy Evans on the Bleav Network, which focuses on the latest topics and most interesting legal angles in entertainment, media, and sports law. Within the community, Mr. Evans previously served as President of the California Lawyers Association (CLA), one of the largest voluntary bar associations in the world, and as President of the California Lawyers Foundation, the non-profit arm of CLA. He also served as Chair of CLA's Task Force on Artificial Intelligence. He is also a member of the Board of Advisors for the Rose Bowl Legacy Foundation, a centennial campaign for the Rose Bowl Stadium. He serves as an advisor to entrepreneurs in entertainment, media, and sports for the U.S. Small Business Administration (SBA), and is a member of the faculty of law at the California State University, Long Beach (CSULB) Graduate Program in Sport Management. Mr. Evans received his Bachelor of Arts (B.A.) in Political Science from the University of California, Los Angeles (UCLA) and his Juris Doctor (J.D.) from Thomas Jefferson School of Law in San Diego, California. Additionally, Mr. Evans holds a Master of Laws (LL.M) in Entertainment, Media, and Sports Law from Pepperdine University’s Rick J. Caruso School of Law, and a Master of Business Administration (M.B.A.) in Entertainment, Media and Sports Management from Pepperdine University’s George L. Graziadio School of Business and Management.© California Sports Lawyer® Economics Politics & Government
Episodes
  • Reinventing Alternative Leagues for Long-Term Success

    Reinventing Alternative Leagues for Long-Term Success
    Apr 22 2026

    In this episode of the California Sports Lawyer Podcast, host Jeremy Evans explores the evolving landscape of alternative and emerging sports leagues and what it takes to achieve long-term success in a competitive industry. As new leagues continue to launch, questions arise around sustainability, innovation, and the ability to capture fan interest and investor confidence.

    Often viewed as disruptors to traditional models, these leagues face challenges including financial stability, media rights, player development, and market differentiation. This episode examines how alternative leagues can move beyond short-term experimentation toward durable, scalable business models.

    As the sports industry continues to evolve, the conversation highlights why reinvention, strong leadership, and clear structure are essential for leagues seeking credibility, longevity, and meaningful impact.

    (Season 8, Episode 15). Copyright 2026. California Sports Lawyer. All Rights Reserved. (www.CSLlegal.com)

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    18 mins
  • NIL Governance Demands a New Kind of Commissioner

    NIL Governance Demands a New Kind of Commissioner
    Apr 15 2026

    In this episode of the California Sports Lawyer Podcast, host Jeremy Evans explores the evolving name, image, and likeness (NIL) landscape in college athletics and the growing need for structure and consistency.

    Often described as a "wild west", the current NIL system raises questions around governance, competitive balance, and long-term sustainability. This episode examines what a more unified framework could look like, including clearer rules, stronger oversight, and the potential role of a centralized commissioner within a new governing entity.

    As college sports continue to professionalize, the conversation focuses on why new leadership and a new structure may be necessary to bring stability, accountability, and credibility to the future of NIL.

    (Season 8, Episode 14).
    Copyright 2026. California Sports Lawyer. All Rights Reserved. (www.CSLlegal.com)


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  • When Media Becomes the Partner

    When Media Becomes the Partner
    Apr 6 2026

    In this episode of the California Sports Lawyer Podcast, host Jeremy Evans explores the evolving relationship between media and the subjects it covers, and how that dynamic is reshaping storytelling across sports and entertainment.

    The discussion examines the shift from traditional independent reporting to a more collaborative model, where leagues, athletes, and content creators increasingly work together to produce and distribute content. With the rise of social media and direct-to-audience platforms, the line between storyteller and subject continues to blur, giving individuals and organizations unprecedented control over their own narratives.

    From content partnerships and athlete-driven platforms to questions around authenticity, bias, and journalistic responsibility, this episode considers both the opportunities and the challenges of this transformation.

    As media continues to evolve alongside technology and audience expectations, the conversation highlights what this means for the future of sports media, the role of journalism, and the balance between storytelling and truth.

    (Season 8, Episode 13).

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