As the Ravens preseason game tickets go unused and the Orioles send out Birdland renewals for 2026 with a last-place mess on the field, Leonard Raskin and Nestor discuss the current cost and value proposition of modern fandom. And where the rest of the money is coming from to make sports wealthier.

Nestor Aparicio and Leonard Raskin discussed the cost and value proposition of modern fandom, highlighting the financial aspects of attending sports events and concerts. Nestor shared his experiences attending a soiree in Delaware and a trip to Eau Claire, Wisconsin, where he witnessed a large music festival. They also discussed the impact of ESPN’s merger with NFL properties, including the potential end of investigative journalism on CTE and ownership issues. Nestor emphasized the importance o

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