Do college sports need to be saved? This fall, big money is having a greater impact on big-time college sports, from schools changing conferences to a renewed call to pay student athletes. Is there a remedy that can balance athletics with the core academic mission of schools?9:06 a.m.
Guests
Taylor Branch: Pulitzer Prize-winning author of "America in the King Years," contributor to The Atlantic and author of the e-book "The Cartel: Inside the Rise and Imminent Fall of the NCAA."
Amy Perko: Executive director of The Knight Commission on Intercollegiate Athletics.
Fall home repair It may be getting colder, but that doesn't mean you can't work on those home projects you've been putting off. Midmorning's home repair experts are in studio to answer your questions.10:06 a.m.
Guests
John Trostle: FHA-certified home inspector.
Samantha Strong: Licensed general contractor, designer, and certified eco-broker. Her company is called Metamorphosis.
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