Forget TV in the states. There arn't enough viewers when on TV. Not even for free. IMO, running tournaments in sportbars is the way to go. High entry fees, callcuta, bringing the top players, stake horses, and live gate, chasing the calcutas. Tables and venue are there already. One TD and let it rip. Players and rooms/bars need to put the tournaments on themselves. Bells and whistles in a casino are nice, but renting tables and move them cost big money that could go to the purse. If about 20 of these type tournaments, spread out around the country with streaming will go a long way to help the top players make a bit more of a living. Regional tours and leagues will take care of the rest. Johnnyt