re: Tidbits from Culotta and Ponamsky

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We have the worst local media and insiders in all of sports.

In my opinion, we have NO credible insiders/sports media.. that goes for the Saints too. They're all masters at throwing shite and hoping it sticks.

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It has been that way for a VERY long time. Buddy D was the closest thing that I can remember to a major local sports personality who would tell the truth. Jim Henderson in New Orleans did so as well with his commentaries for WWL. But, other than that, we end up with a lot of sycophants who don't really investigate what is happening and develop sources.

Louisiana is very provincial and there is a "if you're not for us you're against us" mentality. GG has tried to be critical, but he is a moron, so it is rejected. And, it isn't all about being critical. It is about being able to tell the truth while also gaining trust with those on the inside, which is hard to do.

The political corruption in Louisiana extends to the media which is reflected in sports media as well. The expectation is that one pumps sunshine or they lose access. When one actually is critical, then their sources cut them off. So, the sports media is disciplined here. This is not a region of the country that is used to having a relationship with the media that is trustworthy while also beind adverserial at times.