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Cliff Compromise Could Help Economy, Cost Taxpayers
1-Jan-13
Published in: St. Louis Post Dispatch
Author: Tim Logan

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Could Lance Armstrong's brand be tainted by doping scandal?
11-Oct-12
Published in: MarketPlace
Author: Mitchell Hartman

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The Hockey Economy
10-Oct-12
Published in: Business News Network
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Oreo Cookies, the Olympics, and Education
26-Sep-12
Published in: University Business
Author: Benjamin Ola. Akande

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Citrus Bowl Goal: Generate $300M Economic Impact by 2015
13-Sep-12
Published in: Orlando Business Journal
Author: Richard Bilbao

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Dr. Akande: Labor Day Report
3-Sep-12
Published in: KTVI - Fox 2
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Penn State Football Returns
1-Sep-12
Published in: CBS News
Author: Elaine Quijano

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Rishe on Dodgers Spending Spree
30-Aug-12
Published in: WGN Radio Chicago
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Rishe on The Sports Hub
28-Aug-12
Published in: KMOX
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Rishe on Dodgers-Red Sox Nine-Player Trade
27-Aug-12
Published in: Bloomberg
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Charlie Brennan: Dr. James Brasfield
21-Aug-12
Published in: KMOX
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Dr. Akande: College Tuition Continue To Rise
10-Aug-12
Published in: KTVI - Fox 2
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Penn State's Ranking Will Drop
9-Aug-12
Published in: timesleader.com
Author: Andrew M. Seder

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Building Business Sense & Financial Cents with Diversity
31-Jul-12
Published in: Small Business Monthly
Author: Julia Paulus Ogilvie

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Jaco Report: June 30, 2012
30-Jun-12
Published in: KTVI - Fox 2
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For Opponents of Health Care Law, No Easy Road to Repeal
29-Jun-12
Published in: New York Times
Author: Jennifer Steinhauer

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White House Prepares for Healthcare Ruling
28-Jun-12
Published in: KTVI - Fox 2
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Deadline For ObamaCare Looms
27-Jun-12
Published in: KTVI - Fox 2
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Dr. Akande: The Stalled Economy
4-Jun-12
Published in: KTVI - Fox 2
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(KTVI) - The U.S. economy added 69,000 jobs last month, the smallest increase in a year. Meanwhile, unemployment increased 8.1 to 8.2 percent. More Americans are looking for work as manufacturing slows. Are we on the road to another recession? Dr. Benjamin Akande, Dean of the Webster School of Business explains.

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Impact of Nontechnical Leadership Practices on IT Project Success
1-Jun-12
Published in: Journal of Leadership Studies
Author: Dr. Jason Kaminsky

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What does the Facebook face plant mean to you?
1-Jun-12
Published in: KMOX
Author: Dr. Debbie Psihountas

Dr. Debbie Psihountas of Webster University explained Facebook's troubles may lead to changes in IPO rules for CBS Radio (KMOX).

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Dr. Akande: The Ups and Downs of Gas Prices
10-May-12
Published in: KTVI - Fox 2
Author: Benjamin Ola. Akande

There was a mad dash Wednesday between 10:00 a.m. and 11:15 am when St. Louis gas station suddenly started raising the price of gas. So what's going on? Dr. Benjamin Akande from the Webster School of Business explains.

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Public funding: Hail Mary or touchdown?
4-May-12
Published in: Atlanta Journal Constitution
Author: Patrick Rishe

An Economics 101 lecture on supply and demand tells you all you need to know about why sports facilities often are heavily financed with public money.

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Commerce Matters: Bridge Over Troubled Waters
26-Apr-12
Published in: Ladue News
Author: Benjamin Ola. Akande

When I arrived in St. Louis in the summer of 2000, I discovered a remarkable city home to 91 municipalities on the shores' of the mighty Mississippi River. It is a place described by demographers as the 'northernmost southern city' and the 'southernmost northern city.'

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50 Missourians you should know
17-Apr-12
Published in: Kansas City's Business Magazine Ingram's
Author: Joe Sweeney

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Dean Benjamin Ola Akande named one of the city's 100 people to know
9-Apr-12
Published in: St. Louis Small Business Monthly
Author: Jeremy Nulik

For his entire career, Dr. Benjamin Akande has been finding ways to help organizations go from where they are to where they want to be.

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College Graduate Jobs
28-Mar-12
Published in: KTVI - Fox 2
Author: Benjamin Ola. Akande

Attention college students: you're back to class after Spring Break and finishing up your final semester. Some of you are graduating. But now what? Things might be looking up for you on the job front. Dr. Benjamin Akande, Dean of Business at Webster University talks about the improving job market.

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Cheating Death: How to Manage Your Business Life
19-Mar-12
Published in: Ladue News
Author: Benjamin Ola. Akande

Organizations, like living organisms, are born to die. Often their end comes naturally once they have fulfilled their role in a mature marketplace. Others eventually kick the proverbial bucket because they underestimated the ability of an unknown competitor who emerges and takes them out.

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Patrick Rishe, The Economic Impact of Linsanity
29-Feb-12
Published in: Yahoo! News
Author: Patrick Rishe

An incredible story from sports and economics.

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Indianapolis Teaches Future Super Bowl Host Cities That Convenience is King.
8-Feb-12
Published in: Forbes
Author: Patrick Rishe

So how well did Indianapolis succeed as the host of Super Bowl XLVI? There was rampant talk that Indianapolis should join cities such as Miami and New Orleans as regular rotating hosts for the world's biggest football game.

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Webster accountants take aim at forensic evidence
2-Feb-12
Published in: St. Louis Business Journal
Author: Adam Stone

Webster University's Richard Dippel directs the only multi-class forensic accounting program in the St. Louis area.

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Dr. Akande's perspective on the economics of the State of the Union Address by President Obama.
26-Jan-12
Published in: CBS News
Author: Benjamin Ola. Akande

KMOX's Charlie Brennan talks with Dean Benjamin Akande, Prof. of Economics and Dean of the George Herbert Walker School of Business & Technology at Webster University, about the economics of last night's State of the Union Address by President Obama.

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Meeting the Challenge: Ambassador George Herbert Walker III Donates $100,000
25-Jan-12
Published in: Webster University
Author: George Herbert Walker

April 22, 2010 WAS A BIG DAY FOR WEBSTER UNIVERSITY.

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Dr. Akande: Martin Luther King and Economic Empowerment
20-Jan-12
Published in: KTVI - Fox 2
Author: Benjamin Ola. Akande

More than four decades after his death, Dr. Martin Luther King Jr's words are still reaching new generations. And with all the changes we've seen since the 60s, there are still lessons to be learned, especially in Washington and on Wall Street. So says Dean of Webster University's Business School Dr. Benjamin Akande. He wrote a guest column for USA Today. In it he points out that Dr. King was not only a champion for Civil Rights but economic empowerment.

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Column: On Economy, MLK Would Have Demanded Better
15-Jan-12
Published in: USA Today
Author: Benjamin Ola. Akande

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10 Top Sports Stories to Look for in 2012
5-Jan-12
Published in: BNN
Author: Patrick Rishe

Patrick Rishe discusses the expenses involved in large sporting events.

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NBA Christmas Start Makes Sense
4-Jan-12
Published in: Bloomberg
Author: Patrick Rishe

Patrick Rishe, founder and director of Sportsimpacts and a professor at Webster University, talks about the Christmas Day start of the National Basketball Association season after a five-month lockout. Rishe, speaking with Stephanie Ruhle on Bloomberg Television's "InsideTrack," also discusses the NBA labor agreement and outlook for sports in 2012.

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Is it safe to buy financials?
4-Jan-12
Published in: moneyshow
Author: Neil George

Webster University alum and advisory board member for the Walker School of Business, Neil George, is editor of By George and Stocks That Pay You, a financial news journal. He says while banks remain on the defensive, their preferred shares and debt securities offer attractive yields.

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When it comes to the economy, do you see our nation's glass "half full" or "half empty"?
1-Jan-12
Published in: KTVI - Fox 2
Author: Benjamin Ola. Akande

Hope springs eternal that 2012 will be the year everything turns around. But is that just wishful thinking? Fox News asked Dr. Benjamin Akande, dean of the Walker School of Business at Webster University what his prediction is for the year ahead.

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The Life She Lived: Anna Barbara Sakurai
22-Dec-11
Published in: New York Times
Author: Benjamin Ola. Akande

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Some Experts Say Big Pujols Contract Worth It For Cardinals
13-Dec-11
Published in: KTVI - Fox 2
Author: Patrick Rishe

While the prospect of a $220 million, ten year contract for Albert Pujols, or any athlete, might seem extravagant, some experts say the money is actually worth it for the Cardinals.

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Economist: Pujols' Contract May Not Be All That Lucrative After All
9-Dec-11
Published in: CBS News
Author: Patrick Rishe

Did Albert Pujols pull the trigger too soon on a decision to pack up and move out west?

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Good Prospects for Retailers
29-Nov-11
Published in: KTVI - Fox 2
Author: Benjamin Ola. Akande

The National Retail Federation says 152 million bargain hunters will hit the stores this holiday weekend. Will this be the shot in the arm the US economy needs? Dr. Benjamin Akande, dean of business at Webster University, talked about the good prospects for this shopping season.

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Jaco Report: Failure in the Political System
28-Nov-11
Published in: KTVI - Fox 2
Author: Benjamin Ola. Akande

The seeming collapse of the American Political System.

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New Dodgers owner can follow one of two paths
21-Nov-11
Published in: Los Angeles Times
Author: Helene Elliot

For sale: a baseball team with a storied history but less-than-stellar recent past. Its name resonates across generations but needs some TLC. Has great location and potential to generate billions in TV rights fees. Inquire with Blackstone Advisory Partners.

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Dr. Akande: Budget Breakdown
12-Nov-11
Published in: KTVI - Fox 2
Author: Benjamin Ola. Akande

Dean Akande discusses the new Budget Breakdown

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A Closer Look What's in a byline
11-Nov-11
Published in: St. Louis Business Journal
Author: Ellen Sherberg

Webster's involvement in the Regional Business Council's Higher Education Collaboration Mentor Network and the power of the program are mentioned in the St. Louis Business Journal.

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Tough Calls From The Corner Office (review)
4-Nov-11
Published in: Ladue News
Author: Benjamin Ola. Akande

a review of Harlan Steinbaum's Tough Calls From The Corner Office by Dr. Benjamin Ola. Akande, Dean of the George Herbert Walker School of Business & Technology at Webster University.

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World Series Cash Brings Relief To St. Louis
26-Oct-11
Broadcast: National Public Radio

Description: While the St. Louis Cardinals were battling against the Texas Rangers for the World Series, N.P.R. came to Professor Patrick Rishe for more insight.

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Managing the demands of accreditation: the impact on global business schools
10-Oct-11
Published in: Research in Higher Education Journal
Author: Benjamin Ola. Akande

This paper by Drs. Akande, Kourik and Maher, describes the background of several accreditation models from around the world as well as the impact of specialized business accreditation at Webster University.

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Cardinals and Playoff Economics
30-Sep-11
Published in: KTVI - Fox 2
Author: Patrick Rishe

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Income inequality explodes
29-Sep-11
Published in: The St. Louis American
Author: Benjamin Ola. Akande

According to a just released U.S. Census Bureau report, more Americans fell below the poverty line last year. 2011 marks the third year in a row that the rate has increased, growing in the past 12 months from 14.3 percent to 15.1 percent.

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Professionals Boost Potential with MBAs
29-Sep-11
Published in: Springfield Business Journal
Author: Kerri Fivecoat-Campbell

When Rick Burrows retired from Procter and Gamble in 2009, the 56-year-old knew he wanted to embark on a second career.

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Health Policy: The Decade Ahead (a review)
27-Sep-11
Published in: Reuters
Author: Benjamin Ola. Akande

a review of Jim Brasfield's Health Policy: The Decade Ahead by Dr. Benjamin Ola. Akande, Dean of the George Herbert Walker School of Business & Technology at Webster University.

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Patrick Rishe on the NCAA realignment
27-Sep-11
Published in: KTVI - Fox 2
Author: Patrick Rishe

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The Relegation of The Big East and Big 12 Football
20-Sep-11
Published in: Forbes
Author: Patrick Rishe

As a soccer fan, one of the things I love about the English Premier League and some of the other top European soccer leagues is the promotion and relegation system.

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Schmidt talks UBS on Bloomberg TV
20-Sep-11
Published in: Bloomberg
Author: Jacob Schmidt

Jacob Schmidt, adjunct professor in London and founder of Schmidt Research Partners, appeared on Bloomberg TV to discuss the reputation of UBS's investment bank after the unauthorized trading loss.

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Labor Day Jobs
5-Sep-11
KTVI - Fox 2

Dr. Benjamin Akande speaks about the unemployment rate in the U.S.

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Business of St. Louis Sports
5-Sep-11
Published in: KTVI - Fox 2
Author: Patrick Rishe

Now that summer is unofficially over, there is so much on the sports schedule. It all means big business for St. Louis and the surrounding communities. We talked about the latest sports business, including the sale of the Blues, with sports economist Patrick Rishe from Webster University.

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Patrick Rishe: Missou Sports Future
22-Aug-11
Published in: KTVI - Fox 2
Author: Patrick Rishe

There is a lot going on in Columbia these days for the Mizzou Tigers: A coaching controversy and so big expectations for the football team. Patrick Rishe gives us a break down of what's going on at Mizzou and what they could expect for the future. Follow FOX 2 On Facebook

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Unmarketing
29-Aug-11
Published in: GHWSBT
Author: Scott Stratten

a review of Scott Stratten's UnMarketing by Dr. Benjamin Ola. Akande, Dean of the George Herbert Walker School of Business & Technology at Webster University.

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Dr. Akande: Libya and St. Louis Gas Prices
23-Aug-11
KTVI - Fox 2

So what will a new Libyan government mean for the St. Louis area? It could mean lower gas prices.

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Debt deal's done, but does it make sense?
2-Aug-11
Published in: St. Louis Beacon
Author: Dale Singer

After weeks of speeches, posturing and negotiations, Congress has finally raised the nation's debt ceiling.

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Debt Ceiling Breakdown
2-Aug-11
Published in: CBS News
Author: Doug McElvein

Breaking down the debt ceilng deal

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Leadership is an activity, not authority
29-Jul-11
Published in: St. Louis Business Journal
Author: Benjamin Ola. Akande and Brad Wolaver

Today, our challenging economic climate requires organizations to inspire change in new and more effective ways.

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Seniors On Debt Debate
29-Jul-11
Published in: KTVI - Fox 2
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A decision about the debt debate must be made by Tuesday or else "International Financial Chaos" could be in store for the U.S.

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Dr. Akande: The Debt Crisis Stalemate
26-Jul-11
KTVI - Fox 2

The great debt ceiling debate continues on Capitol Hill. The nation will run out of the ability to borrow money and pay existing bills in one week, if lawmakers don't agree to a deal to extend the national debt limit. It's currently at $14.29 trillion dollars.

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Express Scripts Merger
23-Jul-11
Published in: KSDK - NBC
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The Wall Street Journal is reporting there's growing skepticism of whether locally owned Express Scripts can win anti-trust approval to buy competitor Medco for $129.1 billion.

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Review of Willful Blindness: Why We Ignore the Obvious at our Peril
21-Jul-11
Published in: Ladue News
Author: Benjamin Ola. Akande

The truth to knowing the truth, according to bestselling author Margaret Heffernan, is that most of us in business are not blissful. Instead, we are blind to any number of threats and dangers ready to derail us or our company.

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Tiger Woods Caddie Shacks Steve Williams: A Fair Way to Split or Out of Bounds?
21-Jul-11
Published in: Forbes
Author: Patrick Rishe

Tiger Woods fired Steve Williams after 12 years of service and 13 championships together.

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Digging Into the NFL's New Deal With Players
21-Jul-11
Published in: Forbes
Author: Patrick Rishe

Associate Professor of Business, Dr. Patrick Rishe predicts and end to the NFL lockout.

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Monsanto on Anonymous hacker attack: 'We remain vigilant'
7-Jul-11
Published in: St. Louis Business Journal
Author: Kelsey Volkmann

Reporters come to Walker School of Business for answers after the activist hacker group Anonymous attacks the mail servers of Monsanto.

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Dr. Akande: The Summer Economy
3-Jul-11
KTVI - Fox 2

Is the U.S. going the way of Greece? Massive debt increasting at home and in Washington. And unemployment doesn't seem to be improving. Dr. Benjamin Akande, Webster University's Dean of the Herbert Walker Business School talks about a plan to reduce the deficit and increase employment.

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Review of Indispensable and Unexpected Lessons from CEOs
6-Jul-11
Published in: Ladue News
Author: Benjamin Ola. Akande

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Review of The E-Myth Revisited
26-May-11
Published in: Ladue News
Author: Benjamin Ola. Akande

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Commerce Matters: Review of The Credible Company
22-Apr-11
Published in: Ladue News
Author: Benjamin Ola. Akande

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Dr. Akande: United States Yard Sale
3-Mar-11
KTVI - Fox 2

The Federal Government could save billions of tax dollars each year by removing duplicate programs, agencies and offices. That's according to the Government Accountability Office. It found 81 examples of redundancy in the government programs. Congress and the White House continue to debate the budget. Dr. Benjamin Akande from the Webster University's George Herbert Walker School of Business and Technology discusses.

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A-B author may add epilogue to book
20-Jan-11
Published in: St. Louis Business Journal
Author: Christopher Tritto

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Commerce Matters: Review of Money for Nothing
23-Dec-10
Published in: Ladue News
Author: Benjamin Ola. Akande

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Rising from the valleys of life
15-Dec-10
Published in: St. Louis American
Author: Benjamin Ola. Akande

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When Boeing went to Kenya
8-Dec-10
Published in: St. Louis American
Author: Benjamin Ola. Akande

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Humpty Dumpty as recession lesson
2-Dec-10
Published in: St. Louis American
Author: Benjamin Ola. Akande

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The value of kindness to strangers
23-Nov-10
Published in: St. Louis American
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2010 Business Salute evokes emotion
17-Nov-10
Published in: St. Louis American
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Election 2010: Filling in the Gaps
11-Nov-10
Published in: St. Louis American
Author: Benjamin Ola. Akande

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Hidden health care fees for those with unhealthy habits
3-Nov-10
KMOV - CBS 4

Will your unhealthy habits end up costing you big bucks in 2011? November is the month many of us receive information from our employers on our health care options for the coming year. And when reporters for CBS-television in St. Louis (KMOV-TV) started looking into local insurance policies only to find some adding extra fees based on employees' lifestyles, they came by Webster University's George Herbert Walker School of Business & Technology to ask health care management expert Jim Brasfield why and what we can expect next.

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nineElection2010
2-Nov-10
KETC Channel 9

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Akande, Baum join Ralcorp board
25-Oct-10
Published in: St. Louis Business Journal
Author:

Cereal and frozen food maker Ralcorp Holdings Inc. has named Benjamin Akande and Jonathan Baum to its board.

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Labor Day and Unemployment
6-Sep-10
KTVI - Fox 2

This marks the second Labor Day since the Great Depression with unemployment above 9.5 percent. This week, Washington increases it's focus on jobs and unemployment. Democrats and Republicans are divided on what to do. Dr. Benjamin Akande, Dean at Webster University's Walker School of Business and Technology breaks down what's going on and when it might get better.

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Breaking News: Investing in Education
25-Aug-10
Published in: St. Louis Business Journal
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Dr. Akande: Double Dip Recession
26-Aug-10
KTVI - Fox 2

Opinions on the bad economy are plentiful, some predict deflation followed by inflation. Others talk about double dip recession, depression and a crash. If only the economy was based on beer sales. Anheuser-Busch InBev saw a seven percent increase in profits last quarter making $1.5 billion. Dr. Benjamin Akande, Dean at Webster University's Walker School of Business & Technology talks about what's going on.

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No Frills Society
16-Aug-10
Published in: Yahoo! News
Author: Benjamin Ola. Akande and Richard Ryffel

At JetBlue, the customer is always right; unless you're flight attendant Steven Slater and you're having a bad day, of course. In that case, you go on an expletive-laced rant and make an exit from the plane that would make a great pre-flight safety video.

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Tiger's Train Wreck Factor
11-Aug-10
Published in: New York Times
Author: Patrick Rishe

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BP, What Went Wrong?
6-Aug-10
Published in: CBS News
Author: Benjamin Ola. Akande and Chuck Feltz

Dean Akande and Chuck Feltz outline what went wrong with BP's strategy before and after the Gulf Oil spill.

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Going Global To Get A Job
22-Jul-10
KTVI - Fox 2

Global MBA director Anne Browning explains to Fox News why international expertise will be essential for those trying to find jobs after the recession.

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BP's Future Questioned
14-Jul-10
Published in: Bloomberg
Author: Chris Kummer

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How to Increase Return on Your Strategic Planning
9-Jul-10
Published in: St. Louis Business Journal
Author: Benjamin Ola. Akande and Chuck Feltz

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10 Tips to Improve the Quality of Your Networking
6-Jul-10
Published in: Monster.com
Author: John Rossheim, Monster Senior Contributing Writer

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Boycotting BP gas stations would miss the mark, experts say
26-Jun-10
Published in: St. Louis Post Dispatch
Author: Matthew Hathaway

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Webster University Awards Posthumous Degree to Tyrone Thompson
12-Jun-10
Published in: George Herbert Walker School of Business Blog
Author: Charla Lord

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Commerce Matters: Review of Cheap: The High Cost of Discount Culture
27-May-10
Published in: Ladue News
Author: Benjamin Ola. Akande

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MLK's Legacy and the Power of Dreams
17-Jan-10
Published in: CBS News
Author: Benjamin Ola. Akande

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What Dubai Bailout Means for U.S. Economy
15-Dec-09
KTVI - Fox 2

Diluting the strategic message.

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Take Five: Webster's Benjamin Akande Talks About Dubai
14-Dec-09
Published in: St. Louis Beacon
Author: Mary Delach Leonard

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Express Scripts, Centene Highlights of Difficult 2009
11-Dec-09
Published in: St. Louis Business Journal
Author: Gil Stuenkel

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How High Can Cards Go in Paying Pujols?
3-Dec-09
Published in: St. Louis Post Dispatch
Author: Joe Strauss

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Designer Vivek Nagrani Shares Story of Success
18-Nov-09
Published in: The Journal
Author: Vincenza Previte

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Successful Men's Sock Line Offers Low-Risk High-Style
17-Nov-09
Published in: St. Louis Post Dispatch
Author: Debra Bass

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Some Businesses Could Be Hurting an Economic Come-Back
11-Nov-09
KTVI - Fox 2

Leadership (Wiley and Sons, February 2010).

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Health Care Debate Moves to Senate
10-Nov-09
KTVI - Fox 2

Health care reform now sits in the senate where some proclaim the House bill has arrived, DOA. This follows a narrow win in the house over the weekend. Republicans oppose the government run insurance program, some Independents like Joe Lieberman vow to filibuster the bill. Still others complain the $1.2 trillion price tag to bring health care to all Americans is just too steep. Jim Brasfield with Webster University boils it all down and talks about how it could impact you.

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Dr. Akande: Is the Recession Really Behind Us?
3-Nov-09
KTVI - Fox 2

Unemployment sits as a 26-year high at 9.8%. Some predicts unemployment will rise above ten percent by early 2010. On the flip side, manufacturing is better than expected and Ford's CEO is forecasting a bright future! The housing market is even a bit more positive, so is the recession really behind us? Dr. Benjamin Akande with Webster University weighs the signs.

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How States Could 'Opt Out' of Government Run Public Option
2-Nov-09
KTVI - Fox 2

A vote on a compromise heath care plan could come later this week. It includes a public option but allows states to 'opt out.' But what does that really mean for Missouri and Illinois residents? James Brasfield with Webster University talked more about what could happen to your health care costs if Missouri or Illinois opted out.

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Deciphering Healthcare Reform
13-Oct-09
KTVI - Fox 2

You hear about it night after night: Health care reform, sweeping changes, protests, and now, the big vote in the United States Senate Finance Committee Tuesday, sending the $829 billion plan to the Senate for floor the first time. Webster University professor and chair of the management department, Jim Brasfield comments.

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Redbird Fever Heating Up St. Louis as Playoffs Near
25-Aug-09
KTVI - Fox 2

Dr. Rishe talks about how the Cardinals strong performance in August may impact ticket sales in September, as well as how post season play may impact the downtown economy.

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Potential NFL Lockout in Near Future
19-Aug-09
Published in: Pittsburgh Tribune Review
Author: Scott Brown and Carl Prine

Dr. Rishe offers his perspective on labor and revenue sharing issues that the NFL is facing in the near future, less they risk a lockout before the 2011 NFL season.

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Dr. Akande: Student Enrollment Up
14-Aug-09
KTVI - Fox 2

There is a surge in student enrollment this year and the weakened economy is most likely the cause. The demand is forcing schools to increase class sizes and stretch class schedules. Dr. Benjamin Akande, Dean of Webster University School of Business talks about how the rush of students is having a positive impact on other industries.

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Getting St. Louis IT on the Dean's List
12-Aug-09
Published in: St. Louis Commerce Magazine
Author: Bill Beggs, Jr.

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MBA Goes Global
12-Aug-09
Published in: St. Louis Commerce Magazine
Author: Laurie Burstein

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Dr. Akande: Is Sales Tax Holiday Good for Economy?
7-Aug-09
KTVI - Fox 2

Dr. Benjamin Akande, Dean of Webster University's School Of Business talks more about what this holiday will do for Missouri's economy and how important this weekend is to retailers.

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Dr. Akande: Does Cash for Clunkers Need Extension?
4-Aug-09
KTVI - Fox 2

Senate discussions continue today about the extension for the 'Cash for Clunkers' program. Senate democrats are battling reluctant republicans to approve extra money to keep the program afloat. Car makers say the program has boost auto sales. Dr. Akande, Dean of Business at Webster University explains why he does not easily agree.

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Dr. Akande: Health Care Reform Challenges
26-Jul-09
KSDK - NBC

Dean Akande discusses the challenges President Obama faces regarding health care reform

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Dr. Akande: Economy Hopeful or Continued Downward Spiral?
22-Jul-09
KTVI - Fox 2

Ben Bernanke, Chairman of the Federal Reserve, recently offered a very hopeful look at the economy. His outlook is more positive when compared to many other economists. Barnanke believes the unemployment rate will peak at the end of the year. Others say unemployment will continue to rise until next summer. Dr. Benjamin Akande shared his views.

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Webster University's Global MBA Program to Hold Graduation in Budapest, Hungary
16-Jul-09
Published in: St. Louis Post Dispatch
Author: Deb Peterson

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Where Real Estate Is Whacking Sports
14-Jul-09
Published in: Forbes.com
Author: Tom Van Riper

Dr. Rishe talks about how the economy impacted the St Louis Cardinals and their ability to follow through on plans to develop Ballpark Village, the mixed use development aimed to be part of the larger redevelopment of downtown St Louis.

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Dr. Akande: Doubts Mounting About Stimulus Package
10-Jul-09
KTVI - Fox 2

Doubts are continuing to mount around President Obama's Economic Stimulus Package. Dr. Benjamin Akande with Webster University talks about as unemployment increases to do fears and concerns about our nation's recovery.

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Dr. Akande: Business Sports
7-Jul-09
KTVI - Fox 2

The Rams are for sale, the Cubs have been sold and the All-Star Game is next week in St. Louis. Dr. Benjamin Akande, Dean of Webster University School of Business talked about the business of sports and what is all means for St. Louis.

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Dr. Akande: Economy Affects Professional Athletes Too
2-Jul-09
KTVI - Fox 2

KTVI -- We've heard the slumping economy is affecting everyone. But what do the numbers say? Sports Illustrated is out with its list of highest paid athletes -- and here they are: Shaquille O'Neal, A-Rod, Lebron James, Phil Mickelson and Tiger Woods round out the top five, Tiger being number 1. Dean of Business at Webster University, Dr. Benjamin Akande explains some athletes have they been hurt by the recession.

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Aces Go Easy on the Eyes in World TeamTennis
2-Jul-09
Published in: St. Louis Post Dispatch
Author: Kathleen Nelson

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Amid Downturn, a Rally to Save Youth Sports
1-Jul-09
Published in: MSNBC
Author: Bob Cook

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Dr. Akande: New Rules for CEO Salaries
11-Jun-09
KTVI - Fox 2

Dr. Benjamin Akande with Webster University talks about new guidelines put in place for CEOs of companies that received bailout money.

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New Legislation for Credit Card Rules
29-May-09
School of Business and Technology, Webster University

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Dr. Akande: New Rules for Credit Card Companies
22-May-09
KTVI - Fox 2

Friday, President Obama is signing a law cracking down on credit card companies. The bill will revolutionize the credit card market with several restrictions, on everything from sudden hikes on interest rates to who can actually get a card. Dr. Akande with Webster University talks about the new regulations.

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Word of Mouth Epidemic
22-May-09
Published in: Ladue News
Author: Benjamin Ola. Akande

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DMD Society Welcomes Mega-Chapter
18-May-09
Published in: The Delta Mu Delta Vision, Spring 2009
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Dr. Akande: Chrysler and GM Dealerships Closing
15-May-09
KTVI - Fox 2

Dr. Akande talks about the closing of Chrysler and GM dealerships in our area.

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Dr. Akande: Big News This Week Impacting the Economy
1-May-09
KTVI - Fox 2

Chrysler bankruptcy, swine flu, and overnight spike in gas prices all in one week. Dr. Benjamin Akande, Dean of Business at Webster University talks about how all of this news impacts the economy and what we can expect to see next.

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Finishing What We Start: A Lesson in the Power of the Positive
27-Apr-09
Published in: MarketWatch
Author: Benjamin Ola. Akande

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Could Recession Be Coming to an End?
14-Apr-09
KTVI - Fox 2

Could the recent upswings on Wall Street be a signal that the recession is coming to an end? Investors are bracing for quarterly earnings reports that are due this week. Dr. Benjamin Akande says they could reveal where the economy is headed.

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Soapbox: The Web Savvy Generation
5-Apr-09
Published in: Financial Times
Author: Benjamin Ola. Akande

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Beacon-omics 101: What's with the rush to buy and sell gold?
25-Mar-09
Published in: St. Louis Beacon
Author: Mary Delach Leonard

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Graduating College During a Recession
13-Mar-09
KTVI - Fox 2

The next step after college graduation is getting a job. But what happens to college students who graduate during a recession? Webster University's Dr. Akande has some ideas for the Class of '09.

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When Will Economy Turn Around? Local Experts Weigh-in.
5-Mar-09
Published in: KSDK - NBC
Author: Mike Garrity

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Fixing Football's Pay Scale
4-Mar-09
Published in: Forbes.com
Author: Tom Van Riper

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Most Influential St. Louisans
23-Feb-09
Published in: St. Louis Business Journal
Author:

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Top 10 Colleges for Adults
23-Feb-09
Published in: MSN Encarta
Author: Christina Couch

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Rich Dippel: The Economy
22-Feb-09
Broadcast: The Metro Show - KY98

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Lessons from Humpty Dumpty
20-Feb-09
Published in: Forbes.com
Author: Benjamin Ola. Akande

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Dr. Akande: Economic Fears and Global Recession
18-Feb-09
KTVI - Fox 2

The Dow sank Tuesday and Wednesday morning. Markets in Asia and Europe followed. Dr. Benjamin Akande talks about the fear of a global recession.

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Will the Stimulus Stimulate?
9-Feb-09
KTVI - Fox 2

Will either version of the stimulus package really stimulate the economy? Dr. Benjamin Akande with Webster University talks about the good and the bad of the package so far and how long it will take before people are back to work.

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What's A-Rod Worth to the Yankees Now?
9-Feb-09
Published in: Forbes.com
Author: Tom Van Riper

The confession by Alex Rodriguez that he took steroids could mean the loss of a big investment by the New York Yankees. Forbes.com came to Webster University economics professor Patrick Rishe for insight on how much A-Rodís actions will cost the teamís bottom line.

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Charter Communications in Financial Trouble
4-Feb-09
Published in: KSDK - NBC
Author: Cordell Whitlock

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Ten Most Interesting: Benjamin Akande
29-Jan-09
Published in: Ladue News
Author: Trish Muyco-Tobin

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Jaco Report: Missouri Unemployment Fund Going Broke
28-Jan-09
KTVI - Fox 2

KTVI -- Missouri's jobless rate is 7.3 percent. It's the highest in 25 years. Now the fund that pays unemployment benefits will be broke in two weeks. The Missouri unemployment trust fund has around 35 million dollars in the bank. It pays out around 20 million dollars a week. That means by Valentine's Day the fund's out of money to pay jobless benefits will be broke. Dean Akande shares his thoughts.

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A Letter to President Obama
22-Jan-09
Published in: Ladue News
Author: Benjamin Ola. Akande

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Madoff Pushes Medici to the Brink
21-Jan-09
Published in: Forbes.com
Author:

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Dreams Do Come True
19-Jan-09
Published in: AC360_
Author: Benjamin Ola. Akande

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Low Gas Prices Bring New Situation for Consumers, Business
13-Jan-09
Published in: Suburban Journals
Author: Eric Becker

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Three Business Veterans Join Webster University Adjunct Faculty
12-Jan-09
Published in: Springfield Business Journal
Author: Jeremy Elwood

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Super Bowl Host Bonanza May Be a Myth
11-Jan-09
Published in: St. Petersburg Times
Author: Richard Danielson

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Home Depot to End Olympics Sponsorship
8-Jan-09
Published in: The Atlanta Journal-Constitution
Author: Rachel Tobin Ramos

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Dr. Akande: New Year Retail Deals
7-Jan-09
KTVI - Fox 2

KTVI -- There are some good deals to be found in this new year. Airlines are offering lower fares as a result of the weak economy. Stores are offering big sales with as much as 75% off prices. Dr. Benjamin Akande Dean of Business as Webster University talks about the latest in the economic trend and how long these deals will be around.

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Expectations Low For This Year's Super Bowl Ads
7-Jan-09
KTVI - Fox 2

KTVI --†Even jobs in sports are not recession-proof. In these tough economic times, even sports superstars can be expendable. Pepsi dropped David Beckham and this year's budget for Super Bowl ads have shrunk dramatically. Patrick Rishe, Sports Business Expert from Webster University talks about layoffs in the NFL and how the Cards, Rams and Blues are going to be impacted during the recession.

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