Vig & Juice – Against the Rules S5, Ep 3: Legislation & Regulation Within Fantasy Sports
Vig & Juice is a podcast discussing the history and legality of gambling and sports betting in the U.S. hosted by Sports & Gaming Law attorneys at Vela Wood.
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In this episode of Vig & Juice, we break down season 5, episode 3 of Against the Rules with Michael Lewis, which explores how fantasy sports moved from a legal gray area to a state-sanctioned industry. We examine the pivotal role of attorney Jeremy Kudon in crafting legislation that legitimized fantasy sports, the strategic targeting of states like Kansas, and what this means for the next wave of fantasy sports operators navigating today’s increasingly complex legal landscape.
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Time Stamps
- :42 – Jeremy Kudon’s Legal Strategy in Kansas
- 2:13 – Fantasy Sports Regulatory Frameworks Across States
- 6:43 – The Rise and Fall of State Fantasy Sports Regulation
- 10:45 – Advice for New Fantasy Contest Operators
- 12:20 – Effects of Inconsistencies within Legislative Drafting
References
- Against the Rules Season 5, Episode 3: Welcome to the Garden State
- Fantasy Sports Gaming Association
- Kansas – Sports Wagering Regulations Article 112
- Jeremy Kudon