Legends Of Sport

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Pau Gasol Returns! Jun 27, 2023

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PAU GASOL IS BACK! Andy chats with now Naismith Memorial Basketball Hall of Famer - Pau Gasol!! Andy & Pau discuss the genesis of his jersey retirement by the Lakers, reflections on his Hall of Fame induction, his trade to the Lakers in 2008 & the revitalization that ensued, his personal introduction to the Lakers-Celtics rivalry, his transition from European ball to the NBA, his relationship with Phil Jackson, his remarkable return from injury to the 2020 Olympics in Tokyo, thoughts on his legacy, the importance of making an impact, conversations with Kobe about fatherhood, helping athletes transition after it ends, and more!

Legends of Photography | Danny Clinch Jun 20, 2023

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Andy chats with fellow legendary photographer, Danny Clinch! Danny discusses his career behind the lens, from 2Pac to Presidents! The guys talk about sports photography vs. music photography, how he got his start, the secret to his style, why music is his passion, shooting on 4x5, the story behind his Bruce Springteen shoot in a blizzard (which was later chosen as the "Letter To You" album cover!), his book "Danny Clinch: Still Moving", the genesis of his gallery "The Transparent Clinch Gallery" in Asbury, New Jersey, his "Sea.Hear.Now" music festival, as well as Andy's contributions to revolutionizing NBA photography!

Scoop Jackson Pt. 2 Jun 13, 2023

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It's PART 2 with Scoop Jackson! Andy & Scoop discuss the changes in the media landscape over their careers, Scoop's approach to writing & managing player relationships, Andy's time in the NBA Bubble in 2020, Scoop's perspective on social justice issues, players using their platforms to elicit change, Andy's BTS story on "The Mamba Mentality" book cover photo, and Scoop tells some personal Kobe Bryant stories! Scroll down if you missed Part 1!
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Scoop Jackson Pt. 1 Jun 06, 2023

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Andy chats with legendary writer & culture critic - Scoop Jackson! Andy & Scoop talk about his joining SLAM Magazine in the mid-90's (shortly after Michael Jordan's first retirement), the cultural connectivity between basketball & hip-hop, Dennis Page's vision for SLAM Magazine to "tell the story of playground basketball", the genesis of his role at SLAM, skateboard photographer Atiba Jefferson, Scoop remembers a photo shoot with Shaq & Andy, Shaq posing for Andy's family Hanukkah card, and how his special relationship with Allen Iverson began. PART TWO NEXT WEEK!
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Caron Butler | LOS CLASSIC May 30, 2023

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This week's LOS CLASSIC goes back to the NBA Bubble in 2020 with NBA Champion Caron Butler! Andy & Caron discuss his book "Tuff Juice: My Journey from the Streets to the NBA", his first-hand involvement in social justice issues, the importance of mentorship, his love & memories for his close friend Kobe Bryant, as well as his daughter Gia's fight with diabetes. Hear Caron tell intimate stories from his relationship with the late Kobe Bryant, how their bond strengthened over time, and why Kobe called Caron one of his favorite teammates of all time! Andy & Caron also talk about his time at UConn, being drafted by Pat Riley, the state of the Lakers-Clippers rivalry, his experience playing for both LA teams, action in the bubble, and so much more! Original Air Date: August 25, 2020.
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"Black Ball" with Dr. Theresa Runstedtler May 23, 2023

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Andy chats with author & scholar Dr. Theresa Runstedtler about her most recent book, "Black Ball: Kareem Abdul-Jabbar, Spencer Haywood, and the Generation that Saved the Soul of the NBA". The two discuss perhaps the most pivotal decade in the history of the sport, and the ripple effects created by some of the NBA's most respected names. Andy & Theresa discuss the NBA landscape in the late 1970s, the impact Spencer Haywood's legal battles had on future generations of players, Oscar Robertson's battle for player rights during the NBA/ABA merger, the Territorial Draft, the paradigm shift in the 1980's, the social justice protests during the NBA Bubble, as well as her time with the Toronto Raptors Dance Pak!
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Val Ackerman | LOS CLASSIC May 16, 2023

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This week's LOS CLASSIC from Season 1 features former WNBA President & current Big East Conference Commissioner - Val Ackerman! Andy & Val discuss her growing up in an athletics-focused family, the genesis of her becoming the WNBA's first President, the influence of former NBA Commissioner David Stern, the moment she was appointed WNBA President, maintaining competitive balance in the early years of the WNBA, discussions of rim height & ball size in the women's game, the keys to growing the sport, cross-promotion between the NBA & WNBA, thoughts on 1-and-done athletes, being named to the Women's Basketball HOF, visibility of women's leagues for young women, and their shared love for The Boss! Original Air Date: August 27, 2018.
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How Basketball Can Save The World | David Hollander May 09, 2023

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Andy chats with author & scholar David Hollander! David is an Assistant Dean & Professor at NYU's Tisch Institute for Global Sport where he teaches a class called "How Basketball Can Save The World" - he's also written a book under the same name! The guys discuss Dr. Naismith's original vision for the sport he invented, how Naismith aimed to unite the political & social climate with the game, how he might feel about the game today, the global impact basketball has today, Andy's trip to Madrid with the Celtics in 1988, "Hoops For Hope", the intersection of art & basketball, how a commercial brought together Magic & Bird, David's book "How Basketball Can Save the World: 13 Guiding Principles for Reimagining What's Possible", and so much more!
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SPARC Panel featuring Byron Scott, Michael Cooper, Orel Hershiser, & Jaime Jarrin! May 02, 2023

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This week's episode features SPARC's (South Pasadena Arts Council) "Click! Art Captures Sport" Gala Fundraiser discussion panel, LIVE from The Ice House in Pasadena, CA! The event celebrated 40 years of friendship & photography from our very own legendary Lakers photographer Andy Bernstein & Dodgers photographer Jon SooHoo. The panel featured Lakers Legends Byron Scott & Michael Cooper, Dodgers Legends Orel Hershiser & Jaime Jarrín, as well as a collection of works from both Andy & Jon - moderated by Dodgers' David Vassegh! Byron Scott & Michael Cooper take us inside the Lakers' championship runs in '87 & '88, Orel Hershiser talks about the Dodgers' epic year of '88, Jaime Jarrin recalls Kirk Gibson's World Series winning home run, and more! Andy & Jon recall memories from throughout their careers from navigating the likes of Tommy Lasorda & Pat Riley, the dregs of team photos, tricking Sandy Koufax into photo ops, Mamba meditations, boat photos, the Showtime Lakers reunion in Hawaii, and so much more!
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Legends Of Photography | Pete Souza Apr 25, 2023

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Andy chats with award-winning photojournalist, best selling author, public speaker, social media disruptor, and former Chief Official White House Photographer during the Obama Administration - Pete Souza! Andy & Pete discuss professional sports teams visiting the White House, Obama's 49th birthday pickup game with the like of Kobe Bryant & LeBron James, getting to know Obama & gaining his trust, Andy's experience with Kobe on his final game day on April 13, 2016, Obama's conversation with Derek Jeter, his approach while documenting some of the toughest moments in history, being in the line of fire in active war zones, Obama's final day in office, speaking out on social media, and his new book "The West Wing and Beyond: What I Saw Inside the Presidency"!
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