Sport Law - An Introduction to Legal Theory

The Sport Professor Podcast

Have you ever wondered why we have laws? Or what led to societies agreeing that certain behaviors should not be allowed and even punished? If so, this is the podcast for you as today we deep dive one of the founding principles of the modern world, legal philosophies. Taking a step back from our normal format, we will focus our conversation on the three principle theories that guide the reason, formation, and interpretation of laws. In doing so, we will discuss the Natural Law Theory, Legal Positivism, and Law as an Organic Process. We will then apply these philosophies to one of the most taught cases in law schools across the country, The Case of the Shipwrecked Sailors. Breaking down the facts, we will move to discuss the application of law and how each philosophy applies to the trial and its outcome. After complete, we will end the podcast by addressing one fundamental question, why should we as sport managers and sport lovers care about these ancient philosophies and cases? In other words, why do we need to understand these things and how will that understanding help us better appreciate the uniqueness that is sport. So if you are interested in learning more about the legal theories that guide all aspects of our lives just sit back relax and enjoy this episode of The Sport Professor Podcast.