In this episode, 12Kyle and King Jerm discuss the intertwining of sports and gambling, focusing on the NFL ,MLB, and NBA. They explore the NFL's relationship with Las Vegas and the increasing presence of sports betting in the league. They also discuss their personal experiences with gambling and the thrill of winning and losing. The conversation then shifts to the recent scandal involving Shohei Otani in Major League Baseball and the potential for games to be rigged in the NFL and NBA. In this conversation, 12Kyle and King Jerm discuss the impact of gambling on sports and the potential risks it poses to the integrity of the game. They explore the influence of betting on player performance, the role of referees, and the consequences of missed calls. They also touch on the challenges of betting on games involving their favorite teams and the emotional conflict it creates. The conversation highlights the need for transparency and accuracy in officiating and the potential consequences of gambling-related scandals in sports. Chapters 00:00 - Introduction and the NFL's Relationship with Las Vegas 03:03 - The Thrill of Gambling and the Love of the Game 08:03 - The Shohei Otani Scandal and the Integrity of Baseball 22:57 - The Influence of Referees in NBA and College Basketball 31:04 - The Impact of Gambling on Player Performance and Game Integrity 32:04 - The Role of Referees and the Consequences of Missed Calls 33:02 - The Influence of Betting on Favorite Teams and Emotional Conflict 46:16 - The Need for Transparency and Accuracy in Officiating 52:36 - The Potential Consequences of Gambling-Related Scandals in Sports AUDIO https://linktr.ee/12kyle MERCH https://www.teepublic.com/user/the-12kyle-podcast YOUTUBE https://youtu.be/wtmSTrit5iE