

Charlie Baker
President of the National Collegiate Athletic Association (NCAA) and former governor of Massachusetts.
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Jun 24, 2025 • 23min
NCAA President on a New Era for College Sports
Charlie Baker, President of the NCAA and former Massachusetts governor, discusses the groundbreaking settlement allowing colleges to pay student-athletes directly. He dives into the regulatory challenges and the implications for Title IX, emphasizing a shift in college sports compensation. Baker also addresses the complexities of the NIL framework and its impact on transfer athletes, as well as the varying financial realities among schools that could affect competition. Ultimately, he lays out a vision for a more equitable landscape in collegiate athletics.

Sep 18, 2024 • 31min
Former MA Governor Charlie Baker on Solving Complex Problems
Join former Massachusetts governor Charlie Baker, now NCAA president, and his former chief of staff, Steve Kadish, in a riveting discussion on the complexities of public sector leadership. They explore the challenges of navigating decision-making during the COVID-19 pandemic, emphasizing the importance of teamwork and realistic frameworks. With insights on effective governance and community engagement, they reveal how personal experiences and data can enhance problem-solving and rebuild trust in public initiatives.

May 24, 2022 • 29min
Leadership Lessons from a Republican Governor in a Blue State
Charlie Baker, the former Governor of Massachusetts, shares his insights on leading in the public sector, a world apart from private business. Alongside Steve Kadish, his former Chief of Staff, they discuss the challenges they faced, from natural disasters to the pandemic. Their four-part framework for tackling complex problems offers valuable lessons for leaders entangled in bureaucracy. They stress the necessity of data-driven decision-making and the importance of recognizing team dynamics to achieve success in public governance.

Mar 7, 2026 • 0sec
Episode 5195: The President Participates In Saving College Sports Roundtable
Charlie Baker, former governor and college athletics advocate, pushes restoring structure and academic focus. Donald J. Trump, former president and businessman, describes leading a White House roundtable and proposing swift executive action. They discuss antitrust protections, NIL standards, Title IX and preserving programs. The conversation centers on governance, financial fixes, and urgent timelines.

Jan 24, 2026 • 47min
Inside the NCAA’s Moneyball Era
Charlie Baker, former Massachusetts governor and NCAA president, offers a concise mini bio and perspective on college sports governance. He unpacks transfer portal chaos and proposed transfer/eligibility fixes. He talks media rights, March Madness expansion, NIL issues, and why Congress might need to step in. Brief, topical, and focused on the biggest policy flashpoints.


