Best Minor Revisions Podcasts (2025)

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E66: CEQA Reform Bill, Gas Tax Hike, and Country Music w/ Teresa Trujillo 59:08

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Assemblyman Josh Hoover and his chief of staff Teresa Trujillo discuss a number of topics including the passage of a major CEQA reform bill, Newsom’s delicate embrace of the “abundance” movement, another gas tax increase, what’s good in country music, and other stories of the week. Host: Assemblyman Josh Hoover Cohost: Teresa Trujillo Gov. Newsom c…

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FFAR Rendered 'Toothless'? Can FIFA Enforce Its Own Agent Rules Following a Key CAS Ruling? - Agent Data Gaps, & Transfer Trends with FACTS Consultancy .. All in the Season Finale of The Agents Angle 1:00:43

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⚽ As Season 2 'wraps' for the summer, The Agents Angle season finale signs off with a packed episode that cuts to the core of football’s agent regulation crisis. We examine a FIFA suspension that FIFA can’t enforce, and how a critical CAS ruling exposes flaws in key parts of the FFAR (FIFA Football Agent Regulations). Are these regulations now 'too…

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E65: Budget Passage, New Pro Tem, and LA Unrest w/ Asm. Heath Flora 50:28

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Assemblymembers Josh Hoover and Heath Flora discuss a number of topics including the formation of the new Capital Caucus, a brief overview of the recently passed state budget framework, the new Senate pro tem, federal action that will suspend California’s gas car ban, Governor Newsom’s lawsuit frenzy, the unrest going on in LA, and other stories of…

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A FIFPro View of the Football Agent World? | FIFA Investigates Unlicensed Agent in a National Team Deal | The New FIFA Agent Exam Format | Revisions to Agent Regulations Announced in England 1:11:22

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In this episode of The Agents Angle, we welcome FIFPRO Legal Counsel Loïc Alves to help unpack the often misunderstood relationship between player unions and football agents. We explore FIFPRO’s position on agent regulation, frustrations around FIFA's approach to 'consultation', and how mutual understanding between agents and unions can better serv…

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E64: Suspense Hearing, Cost Drivers, and CARB Clash w/ Chris Micheli 52:21

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Assemblyman Josh Hoover and longtime Capitol insider Chris Micheli discuss a number of topics including the appropriations suspense hearing, the Legislature’s absent affordability agenda, the US Senate vote to overturn California’s gas car ban, a committee clash with CARB, and other stories of the week. Host: Assemblyman Josh Hoover Cohost: Chris M…

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Key Opinion on FIFA Football Agent Regulations Published - Clear Win or Clouded Message? Our Expert Guest Breaks It Down - FIFA’s New Ethical Guide for Agents - Star Player/Agent Contract Conundrums 1:17:21

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⚖️ The long-awaited Advocate General's Opinion on FIFA’s Football Agent Regulations (FFAR) has landed… but is it a definitive ruling or just another layer of confusion? In this episode of The Agents Angle, we unpack FIFA’s perceived 'win', the grey areas in the AG’s analysis, and what it might all mean moving forward. 🇪🇺 We’re joined by renowned EU…

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E63: Breaking Down the May Revise Budget w/ Tom Sheehy 56:42

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Assemblyman Josh Hoover and budget expert Tom Sheehy discuss a number of topics including the Governor’s May Revise budget, a legislative victory for protecting minors, LA’s $30 minimum wage proposal, a Democratic gubernatorial hopeful’s thoughts on high-speed rail, and other stories of the week. Host: Assemblyman Josh Hoover Cohost: Tom Sheehy, Sh…

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Transfer Fee Disputes, Player Valuations & Complex Clauses - Italy’s Agent Regulation Shift - Can We Ever Accurately and Fairly Put a Price on a Footballers Transfer Value? 59:18

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⚽ How do you value a player in today’s football market? Ian Laing of Lombardi Associates joins this episode of 'The Agents Angle' to unpack the layers behind release clauses, transfer fee disputes, and football agent pressure. We ask: Are players being priced fairly? Should they have a share in their own transfer fees? Is algorithmic valuation syst…

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E62: Protecting Minors and Improving Literacy w/ Asm. Jeff Gonzalez 40:00

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Assemblymembers Josh Hoover and Jeff Gonzalez discuss a number of topics including a bill that will further increase the cost of fuel in California, legislation that will impact solar customers, improving literacy in our state, defending school choice, protecting 16 and 17 year olds from being purchased for sex, and other stories of the week. Host:…

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#60 : Brazil’s Football Agent Landscape - Return of FIFA's Agent Register (Includes Bugs) - Latest Agent Transaction Reports from England - ECJ Opinion Delayed & FFAR Uncertainty Lingers. 57:09

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⚽ From Brazil to England… with a stop-off at FIFA, this episode of The Agents Angle explores what’s shaping the football agent world right now. We’re joined by Luís Fernando Pamplona Novaes, a highly respected Brazilian sports lawyer at NKDPN and director of international agency N29 Football Solution - who shares expert insights into Brazil’s evolv…

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E61: Refinery Closures, AI Chatbots, and Katy Perry’s Space Ride 50:42

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Assemblyman Josh Hoover and his team discuss a number of topics including the impacts of another refinery closure in California, a new effort to unionize ride share drivers, AI chatbots, the future of Cap and Trade, new polling from Politico, Katy Perry’s trip to space, and other stories of the week. Host: Assemblyman Josh Hoover Cohosts: Sara Hill…

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#59 : Soccer Agent Scene 'Stateside' - Confusion on Representing Minors by Agents - USA, MLS, CBAs & Talent Management – Premier League Age-Fraud Claims Emerge - FIFA’s Agent Platform Changes. 1:03:52

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In this packed episode of The Agents Angle, we address growing confusion around football agents representing minors — and the wider implications of a recent European ruling. We discuss age-fraud claims involving Manchester United and Manchester City, and examine how international differences in regulation are impacting agents globally. Our guest, U…

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E60: Dems Leave X, Gas Price Study, and a New Legislator Interview w/ Asm. David Tangipa 51:21

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Assemblymembers Josh Hoover and David Tangipa discuss a number of topics including David’s roots in North Highlands to his time playing football at Fresno State, the Assembly Democrats’ eXodus, a new bill that would provide a CEQA exemption for housing, what’s really driving California’s sky high gas prices, the harms caused by “harm reduction,” th…

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#58b: BONUS - Supplement to Episode 58 - Full Guest Interview with Erkut Sogut - Founder of IFFA (International Federation of Football Agents) 1:02:10

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⚽ BONUS EPISODE ⚽ – A special supplement to Episode 58 featuring the full interview with @Erkut Sogut, the founder of the all-new 'International Federation of Football Agents' (IFFA). In this exclusive conversation, Erkut shares his motivations for launching IFFA and how it aims to truly represent football agents worldwide. He addresses the reactio…

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E59: Bears, Insurance, and a New Legislator Interview w/ Asm. Heather Hadwick 52:11

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Assemblymembers Josh Hoover and Heather Hadwick discuss a number of topics including Heather’s journey to the Legislature, bears & wolves, MLB opening day, solving the insurance crisis, CalFire’s new fire hazard maps, another proposed PG&E rate increase, the Menendez brothers resentencing, the COVID 5-year anniversary, Newsom mailing phones to CEOs…

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#58 : Agent Associations See a 'New Kid on The Block' : IFFA's Founder Speaks to The Agents Angle - High Court Sends Agent Dispute to the FA - Unpaid Transfer Fees Impact Agents 1:12:03

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A major Premier League club vs agent dispute has been redirected to football arbitration by the High Court - what's this mean for agents, and why does choosing the right dispute forum matter? We explore the options available for agents, including FIFA’s Pro-Bono and Legal Aid Fund (FLAF), and discuss how legal safeguards can impact costs and case o…

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#57 : Football Agents Through a Club’s Lens - Croatian & Balkan Football Agency Insights - FIFA FLAR Takeaways – FIFpro Share Agent Concerns on 'Consultation' - Agent & Club Conflicts of Interest 1:16:42

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How do clubs view football agents? 🎙 In this episode of 'The Agents Angle', we get an inside look at the agent landscape in the Balkans through the perspective of Hrvoje Čabraja, Head of Legal at Lokomotiva Zagreb. We also break down key insights from the FIFA Football Law Annual Review (FLAR) 2025 and discuss FIFPro’s concerns over FIFA’s consulta…

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E58: Agriculture, Newsom’s New Podcast, and a New Legislator Interview w/ Asm. Ali Macedo 57:46

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Assemblymembers Josh Hoover and Ali Macedo discuss a number of topics including Ali’s journey to the Legislature, the importance of supporting agriculture, new homelessness data from the nonpartisan LAO, a bill that would fundamentally change self-defense law in California, a new Assembly report on permitting reform, and their reactions to Governor…

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#56 : Top Player to Top Agent : 20 Years In The Making - New Transfer Clauses Emerging : Anti-Saudi & Community Clauses in Player Contracts - FOREX Considerations for Agents in Contracts 1:01:17

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In episode 56 of The Agents Angle, we explore the latest developments shaping the football agency world. Are restrictive transfer clauses becoming more common? We examine Barcelona’s reported ‘Anti-Saudi’ (SPL) clause and CSKA Sofia’s introduction of mandatory community responsibility clauses for players. Our special guest, Mikkel Beck—former Danis…

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E57: Low Carbon Fuel Standard, Steve Jobs, and Bigfoot w/ Asm. Greg Wallis 1:00:02

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Assemblymembers Josh Hoover and Greg Wallis discuss a number of topics including how the state’s low carbon fuel standard harms affordability, the legislative bill deadline, natural gas bans, a big city shift on homelessness, enforcing Prop. 36, Californians support of high speed rail, state-owned oil refineries, new baseball rules, Bigfoot, and ot…

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#55 : FIFA and FFAR Legitimacy Scrutinised Again in Europe - New 'Capping' Dispute to Impact Football Agents - Problems for Salary Caps in Football - Today is More About the Agency Than The Agent? 56:24

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The battle over football agent regulations heats up as FIFA’s authority faces fresh scrutiny at the European Court of Justice (ECJ). In this episode of The Agents Angle, we break down the key arguments from the FFAR hearings with special guest @Gianluca Medina, who offers an objective perspective on how these legal challenges could reshape football…

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E56: Special Session Recap, Super Bowl Reactions, and a New Legislator Interview w/ Asm. Jeff Gonzalez 50:19

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Assemblyman Josh Hoover interviews newly elected Assemblyman Jeff Gonzalez and they discuss a number of topics including why Jeff ran for office, their Super Bowl reactions, a recap of Special Session, making wildfires a priority, California’s falling test scores, and other stories of the week. Host: Assemblyman Josh Hoover Cohost: Assemblyman Jeff…

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#54 : Release Clauses: Both Blessing & Curse? - Agents' Role in Player Naturalisation & National Teams - North Africa’s Evolving Agency Landscape with the President of the Moroccan Agents Association. 59:42

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In episode 54 of 'The Agents Angle', we tackle key topics that shape the world of football agency. From the complexities of release clauses—both a blessing and a curse for agents—to their crucial role in player naturalisation and national team eligibility. We explore headline cases like Luis Suárez's infamous £40m + £1 bid and a problematic release…

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E55: 2025 Predictions, Inauguration, and Wildfire Prevention w/ Asm. Joe Patterson 56:12

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Assemblymembers Josh Hoover and Joe Patterson discuss a number of topics including their predictions for 2025, Joe’s inauguration trip, Governor Newsom’s brief meeting with President Trump in Southern California, the ongoing legislative special session, wildfire prevention, the TikTok ban, and other stories of the week. Host: Assemblyman Josh Hoove…

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#53 : Agent Commissions Drop by More Than 20% in FIFA’s Annual Football Agents Report: As Well as Transfer Trends, Licensing Number, CPD Chaos and the Evolving Global Landscape for Agents. 43:43

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In this additional installment of 'The Agents Angle' (episode 53) there is an in-depth look at FIFA’s Annual Football Agents Report for 2023/24. From a reported 20% drop in agent commissions to the numbers behind agent licensing and suspensions, we unpack the evolving global landscape for football agents. Discover key insights into FIFA’s agent exa…

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#52 : New Year & Many New Challenges for Football Agents - An International Transfer Window Shake-Up - FIFA May 'Feel the Heat' with More FFAR Controversies & Oversights. 44:18

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Join us for Episode 52 of 'The Agents Angle' as we dive into the latest developments shaping football agency in 2025. We discuss FIFA’s revised Football Agent Regulations (FFAR) and the controversies surrounding their announcement and implementation, including abrupt updates, ongoing confusion, and unanswered questions about the FIFA Football Agent…

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E54: Governor’s Budget, LA Fires & Social Media Censorship w/ Tom Sheehy 57:07

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Assemblyman Josh Hoover and budget expert Tom Sheehy discuss a number of topics including the Governor’s budget release, LA’s devastating fires, the Supermajority’s special session, Zuckerberg on censorship, New Year’s resolutions, and other stories of the week. Host: Assemblyman Josh Hoover Cohost: Tom Sheehy, Sheehy Strategy Group Devastating fir…

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#51 : Another Premier League Agent Dispute, More Agent Digital IDs & New Rules: A Year-End Journey into Football Agency Challenges, Safeguarding, and the Future of Football Agents 53:25

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In this packed year-end episode of 'The Agents Angle', we examine the key challenges and developments shaping the world of football agents. From another high-profile Premier League agent dispute to the Football Association's (England) rollout of Digital IDs for licensed agents, we explore how new technologies and evolving regulations aim to tackle …

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#50 : 'Analytics That Make Football Agents Obsolete' ? (or so it was reported?) - New German Agent Rules - Agent Brands a Premier League Sporting Director a 'Robot' Over Salah 54:42

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In this unmissable episode of 'The Agents Angle', we delve deep into the transformative role of analytics in football with the CEO of Analytics FC. From the ground-breaking data used in Kevin De Bruyne's record-breaking contract negotiations to the surprising ways agents now leverage analytics. @Jeremy Steele reveals how data and analytics is helpi…

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E53: California Forestry Association 47:59

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In the final episode of the year Assemblyman Josh Hoover is joined by Matt Dias, CEO and President of the California Forestry Association, to discuss the current state of California’s forests, the benefits of biomass, and how responsible forest management can help us reduce catastrophic wildfires.Point of Order will return with new episodes in 2025…

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#49 : Agent's Dispute with Manchester United Over Fees Reveals a Web of Agent Involvement - 'Data Veil' on Some Football Talent To Be Lifted? - Interview with Top South African Agent Glyn Binkin. 1:02:42

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In episode 49 of 'The Agents Angle' podcast, we delve further into reports of an agent’s dispute with Manchester United over unpaid fees, uncovering a complex web of agent involvement behind just one player's time at the club. Could this case reveal more about the hidden layers of many football transactions? We also discuss recent reports from the …

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E52: A Conversation with Yondr CEO Graham Dugoni 47:17

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Assemblyman Josh Hoover is joined by Yondr CEO Graham Dugoni to discuss a number of topics including the value of phone-free spaces, the impact technology has on our daily lives, and how phone-free schools are transforming education.By Josh Hoover

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#48 : A Bombshell for FIFA's Agent Working Group ((F)AWG) - Football Agents Have Unexpected Surprises with FIFA CPD Changes - Manager & Club Face FA Probe for Potential Breaches of Agent Regulations. 51:57

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Digging into the latest developments in the world of football agency with topics that spark debate and reveal surprising shifts in industry regulations. In episode 48, we begin by exploring FIFA’s latest Continuing Professional Development (CPD) updates, with new topics and bonus credits creating unexpected opportunities for legacy agents. We also …

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E51: Californians Against Retail & Residential Theft 50:08

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Assemblyman Josh Hoover is joined by Matt Ross with Californians Against Retail & Residential Theft (CARRT) to discuss a number of topics including important statistics on retail theft in California, stories of those who have been impacted, what policies led to the current situation, and what we can do to fix it.…

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#47 : Fraudster Targets Barcelona Posing as a 'Super Agent' - Agents Blamed for Too Many Games - FIFA Invites Open Dialogue in Wake of Diarra Ruling - 'No-Poach' Clauses Under Fire. 34:30

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Examining the shocking revelation of an attempt to defraud FC Barcelona by a fraudster posing as a well-known 'Super Agent' relating to a transfer deal. Meanwhile, a former Bayern Munich 'legend' and ECA chief is reported to blame agents for the growing number of games faced by players. FIFA opens the doors to a 'global dialogue' on Article 17 of t…

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E50: Rock Climbing, Sheet Metal Workers, and the Top 3 Historical TV Shows 1:01:59

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Assemblyman Josh Hoover is joined by Vince Sugrue, Legislative Director for Sheet Metal Workers Local Union No. 104, to discuss a number of topics including the Oakland sports drama, rock climbing, the sheet metal profession and apprenticeships, the history of prevailing wage, the future of commercial infrastructure, and the Top 3 historical TV min…

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#46 : Over 1000 FIFA Football Agents Suspended? - Interview With a Football Agent with 30 Yrs Experience & 300 Professional Games as Player- How New FIFA Transfer Window(s) Causes Problems for Agents. 1:05:52

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In this episode of The Agents Angle, we explore a whirlwind of recent developments affecting football agents. Over 1,000 FIFA-licensed football agents appear to have been suspended, sparking questions about their future and any support that may be available to them. Joining us is the legendary football agent Barry Silkman, who brings over 30 years …

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#45 : DIARRA SPECIAL: An ECJ Ruling Against FIFA that will change the landscape of football. What will be the impact for players, clubs, FIFA & agents from the ruling by the European Court of Justice? 41:03

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In this special episode of 'The Agents Angle' ⁠ the focus is firmly on the recent ruling from just 4 days ago at the ECJ (European Court of Justice) in the case of former French international footballer Lassana Diarra* vs FIFA*. With the case being of Belgian origin, the show is joined by Willem Alexander-Devlies (of Altius and ATFIELD Sports Law),…

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E49: Special Session and the Top Bills Signed or Vetoed by Governor Newsom in 2024 53:43

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Assemblyman Josh Hoover is joined by his Capitol Director Teresa Trujillo to discuss a number of topics including the Governor’s special session on gas prices, some of the top bills Newsom signed by the September 30th deadline, and some of the main bills he chose to veto.By Josh Hoover

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#44 : Agents Clash Over Transfer Dealings, FIFA Tribunal Report, Return of 'a' FIFA Agent Directory and Club Attempts to Dismiss Agent Lawsuit 38:49

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'The Agents Angle' explores a player’s right to back out of a transfer, agent conflicts making headlines, and the rise of long-term contracts. The show also dissects the latest FIFA Football Tribunal Report, as the suspension of the FIFA Agents Chamber generates growing confusion over agent disputes at FIFA, whilst a Premier League club’s attempt t…

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E48: Bipartisanship and Social Media w/ Josh Lowenthal 58:44

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Assemblymembers Josh Hoover and Josh Lowenthal discuss a number of topics including developing consensus in a divided Legislature, how to work effectively across the aisle, what high school was like with Snoop Dogg and Cameron Diaz in Long Beach, concerns with the Appropriations process, managing legislative caucuses with diverse interests, the har…

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#43 : Agent Sues Premier League Club, Judgment May Signal 'Bosman 2.0' in An Evolving Transfer Market : PLUS Osimhen Drama, Emerging Transfer Trends & Crucial FIFA Agent Licensing Warnings & Updates. 36:53

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'The Agent's Angle RETURNS! ..... with a Season 2 premiere featuring a dive into some big stories, including an agent suing a Premier League club and the dramatic year for a star player and his agent. We also explore evolving trends in the transfer market, featuring 'buy-back' clauses, 'sell-ons', more complex loans and the increasing value of youn…

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E47: Marathons, Apprenticeships, and the Top 10 Marvel Movies 53:31

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Assemblyman Josh Hoover is joined by Matthew Estipona, Director of Government and Community Engagement for ABC NorCal, to discuss a number of topics including ultra marathons, housing construction, apprenticeships, and our top 10 favorite movies in the Marvel Cinematic Universe!By Josh Hoover

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E46: End of Session, Journalism Bill, and Gen Z’s Distrust of Government 54:52

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Assemblyman Josh Hoover is joined by his Capitol Director Teresa Trujillo to discuss a number of topics including the last week of legislative session, his bill to increase accountability over homelessness spending, the Phone-Free Schools Act, the revival of a bill to expand early prison release, a deal on an effort to fund journalism, Generation Z…

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E45: Appropriations Aftermath and Advice from a Departing Legislator 51:43

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Assemblyman Josh Hoover is joined by Senator Scott Wilk to discuss a number of topics including Wilk’s thoughts as a departing legislator, last week’s appropriations suspense hearing, smartphones in schools, homeless encampment enforcement, Governor Newsom’s $200,000 photographer, and the growing bipartisan support for Proposition 36.…

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E44: Olympics Recap, Senator Flips Parties, and a New Homelessness Audit 48:22

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Assemblymembers Josh Hoover and Heath Flora discuss a number of topics including the best moments in the 2024 Olympic Games, Southwest’s announcement to abandon open seating, a State Senator’s decision to switch parties, a new federal audit on California’s homelessness dollars, the Legislature’s organized retail theft bills, the impact of Chevron l…

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E43: Session Returns, Prop. 47 Audit, and Newsom’s Encampment Order 30:44

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Assemblymembers Josh Hoover and Greg Wallis discuss a number of topics including the return of legislative session, a recently released audit of Prop. 47, Governor Newsom’s new executive order on homeless encampments, a new study on the number of 24-35 years olds living with their parents, and a new report on meeting California’s 2045 energy goals.…

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#42 : A Season Dominated by FFAR (FIFA Football Agent Regulations) - Insights on FIFA's Development of the Agent Exam, Platform & Licensing - Hopes & Expectations for the Football Agent's World 1:06:58

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The season finale of 'The Agents Angle' features the second part of our interview with a former FIFA official who played a crucial part in trying to sculpt a fair and workable infrastructure for the FFAR (FIFA Football Agent Regulations); covering aspects such as the agents platform and FIFA agents exam. Plus, we examine the surprise of not only ag…

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#41 : Inside FIFA and the Development of the FFAR (FIFA Football Agent Regulations) - Where are the Agent Associations & What do they 'Stand For'? - Football Agents Classified as Employment Agencies? 1:17:49

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Much of the focus on the FIFA Football Agent Regulations (FFAR) has rightly been from the perspective of football agents, however, what has been the experience of many of those within FIFA tasked with developing the FFAR? In this episode of The Agent's Angle, we are privileged to be joined by Tarik Ajanovic, a former FIFA official from the Agents D…

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E42: AMA, Grants Pass Decision, and an Imposter Initiative 1:06:34

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Assemblyman Josh Hoover is joined by his team to discuss the fate of a bill to give unemployment insurance benefits to striking workers, the passage of PAGA reform, the Grants Pass Supreme Court ruling, the Governor’s last minute Hail Mary on retail theft, and an “ask me anything” segment answering questions from constituents.…