Ted Turner Passes Away At 87 Years Old

The Sports Junkies dedicate their episode to the memory of media mogul Ted Turner, who passed away at 87, honoring him with a nostalgic 'Dead or Alive' game show segment. The hosts reflect on Turner's legacy as a visionary in sports and media, highlighting his ownership of 2 million acres of land and his wild promotional stunts with the Atlanta Braves, including wet t-shirt contests and cheap beer nights. The segment features listener participation, with mixed results on identifying deceased celebrities like Sister Jean and Hooper Rodney Rogers, while celebrating the enduring vitality of figures like Mel Brooks (99) and Carol Burnett (93). The episode also shifts to college sports updates, praising the Marist Red Foxes' historic NCAA win and discussing the chaotic state of college athletics, particularly the impact of NIL deals—highlighting a $4 million transfer to LSU by a top offensive lineman. The hosts express disbelief at the financial inflation in college sports, where athletes now earn NFL-level salaries, and reflect on the changing landscape of college athletics, from eligibility extensions to the dominance of programs like Princeton in men’s lacrosse.