00:00 Welcome to the Fanalytics Podcast
00:07 Cultural Reflections on the Super Bowl
00:31 Introduction to the NBA All-Star Game
00:41 The Concept and Appeal of All-Star Games
01:30 History and Decline of All-Star Games
03:00 Major League Baseball: The Origin of All-Star Games
07:38 The NBA All-Star Game: A Look Back
12:55 The Decline in Viewership
17:33 NBA's Attempts to Revitalize All-Star Weekend
23:59 Challenges in Motivating Modern Athletes
26:05 Conclusion and Where to Find More
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