In Depth With Graham Bensinger

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Forward Progress with Steve Aoki: Life is short, love what you do Jun 20, 2024

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In this week’s motivational podcast, DJ and musician Steve Aoki candidly reflects on the sacrifices necessary to stay at the top of his industry. Aoki says his current schedule doesn’t allow for a family or children, but he wants to have kids eventually. Aoki remembers his best friend, who passed away in 2020, and encourages viewers to embrace every moment spent with those who matter.

Bernie Ecclestone: Former F1 Chief Executive Jun 17, 2024

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Graham is in Azerbaijan with Bernie Ecclestone - the man who made Formula 1 a worldwide sporting phenomenon and led the premier racing league until his 40-year reign ended in 2017. In this 2017 interview, Ecclestone shares stories from early beginnings as a used car salesman to earning enormous wealth running F1, and bumpy business relations with former President Trump and Vladimir Putin.

Tom Hanks relives his experience at Omaha Beach Jun 14, 2024

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In this week’s fan-favorite podcast, legendary actor Tom Hanks calls himself a “lay student of history,” his filmography indicates a fascination with war. Plus, Hanks recounts stepping foot on Omaha Beach after filming Saving Private Ryan and comments on gaps in the teaching of American History.

Forward Progress with Billie Jean King: How I became a feminist Jun 13, 2024

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In this week’s motivational podcast, tennis icon Billie Jean King on how her fiance helped her become a feminist, realizing women athletes were not equal to men and the risky decision to break away and form the first-ever women’s tennis series

Jerry West: 3x Basketball Hall of Famer Jun 10, 2024

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Graham sits down with NBA legend Jerry West to discuss his pursuit of perfection and his love-hate relationship with the game of basketball. The Hall of Famer also opens up about an abusive childhood, depression and various career highlights, from winning Olympic gold to signing Kobe Bryant and Shaquille O’Neal.

Trending Now: Virat Kohli on cricket is more like a religion Jun 07, 2024

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On this week’s fan-favorite podcast, Indian cricket superstar Virat Kohli offers context to help signify the importance and passion for cricket in his home country of India.

Forward Progress with Jayson Tatum: Mom went in on teacher who dismissed my NBA dream Jun 06, 2024

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In this week’s motivational podcast, current NBA superstar Jayson Tatum recalls a traumatizing moment from his childhood at a predominantly white school – when his teacher quickly disapproved of his dream to play in the NBA.

Dick Vitale: College Basketball Broadcaster’s Victory Over Cancer Jun 03, 2024

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Hall of Fame Broadcaster, Dick Vitale, opens up about facing melanoma, lymphoma and vocal cord dysplasia - all in a seven month period. In this 2022 interview, Vitale and those closest to him reveal the emotional and physical toll this rough patch took on the beloved Dickie V and his family. Vitale, along with his wife Lorraine and daughter Terri, recount some of his darkest days along with some surprisingly lighter moments, like a celebratory dinner when he was diagnosed with lymphoma. Vitale also shares how his own battle with cancer motivates him even more to end childhood cancer.

Trending Now: George Foreman on “unexplained happenings” against Ali May 31, 2024

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In this week’s fan-favorite podcast, George Foreman discusses his controversial loss to Muhammad Ali in the “Rumble in the Jungle”, how he’s opted to drop the excuses and move on, and why he regrets missing precious time with Ali due to their fight history.

Forward Progress with Nikki Glaser: Making as much money as I can, while I can May 30, 2024

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In this week’s motivational podcast, stand-up comedian, and TV show host Nikki Glaser gets introspective, explaining her strong work ethic and her cravings for accomplishment. She also talks about money and earnings, saying she saves a good portion of her payouts to support friends and family in case steep medical expenses arise.