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Tony Hawk | LOS CLASSIC Nov 29, 2022

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This week's LOS CLASSIC features the most iconic skateboarder of all time - Tony Hawk! Tony discusses his life in skateboarding, mentorship from Stacy Peralta, the evolution of the sport & business of skateboarding, DogTown & Z-Boys, his father's leadership, inventing the backside varial, the early days of the X Games, the impacts of landing the "900", starting his own skate company Birdhouse, skateboarding in the Olympics, the Tony Hawk's Pro Skater video game franchise, his new app video game Tony Hawk's Skate Jam, injuries & concussions, Atiba Jefferson, as well as his philanthropic ventures!

Beyond The Lens Nov 22, 2022

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The tables have turned! Andy takes the guest chair as he's interviewed by friend & collaborator, Iain Thackrah, about their new project - Beyond The Lens! Want to learn from a Hall Of Fame photographer? Andy & Iain detail the new venture (a Masterclass 2.0, if you will), what the workshop will entail, how the Mamba Mentality is interwoven into the fabric of the program, why Andy decided to start the project, & more! Beyond The Lens launches TODAY at www.beyondthelens.live - early bird pricing (the lowest price EVER) is now available!

J.A. Adande Nov 15, 2022

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Andy chats with long-time colleague & sports journalist - J.A. Adande! Andy & J.A. talk about the Showtime Lakers reunion in Hawaii, his start in sports journalism (& why he credits Magic Johnson), stories from covering Kobe Bryant for 19 of his 20-year career, the Shaq & Kobe era, how sports journalism has evolved over the years, the role of media in today's world, his new position as Director of Sports Journalism at Northwestern, his new book "The Year's Best Sports Writing 2022", and so much more!

2022 Global Sports Business Forum Nov 08, 2022

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The business of sports! Andy takes the show on the road to the inaugural 2022 Global Sports Business Forum at UCLA! Andy chats with 11 different guests from the world of sports business, from NBA Hall Of Famer Mitch Richmond, to sports super-agent Leigh Steinberg, professional jockey Romero Maragh, and many of the industry's leading experts in branding, marketing, & analytics! Each guest shares their part & perspectives on what makes the world of sports possible in today's world!

Manon Rheaume | "The First Woman Of Hockey" Nov 01, 2022

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Andy chats with Los Angeles Kings Hockey Operations & Prospect Advisor - Manon Rhéaume! Manon, aka "The First Woman of Hockey", was the first & only woman to ever play in the NHL! Andy & Manon discuss the 30th anniversary of her debut as goalie for the Tampa Bay Lightning, her early hockey journey, how she became a goalie, her personal goalie style, winning the silver medal at the 1998 Winter Olympics with the Canadian team, the moment she was invited to camp by the Lightning, team comaraderie as a woman, her hockey & goalie role models, her children's book "Breaking The Ice: The True Story of the First Woman to Play in the National Hockey League", her role with the Red Wings youth programs, & working as an analyst for RDS & Bally's!

Rick Fox | LOS CLASSIC Oct 25, 2022

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Hey Lakers fans! This week's LOS CLASSIC features Andy with Lakers legend - Rick Fox! Rick discusses growing up in the Bahamas, being inspired by the path of neighborhood friend Mychal Thompson, playing under legendary coaches Dean Smith, Phil Jackson & Red Auerbach, the competitive nature of Larry Bird, guarding Michael Jordan, the Shaq & Kobe era, his motivation for signing with the Lakers, the significance of selecting #17, being recruited by Jerry West, why Shaq is his favorite teammate, Shaq & Kobe's reunion winning co-MVPs in the 2009 All-Star game, as well as his exciting new venture in the world of ESports! PLUS, Andy shares some of his favorite photos from over the years & the art of capturing the magic! Original Air Date: June 25, 2019.

David Aldridge Oct 18, 2022

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Andy chats with fellow Naismith HOF Curt Gowdy Media Award winner & writer for The Athletic - David Aldridge! David discusses his route into journalism, the Dream Team & other Olympic teams, covering the NBA full time for ESPN, transitioning from writing to television work, his time at Turner Broadcasting, the early days of the Autism Awareness campaign, & the top NBA storylines heading into the 2022 season! The guys talk Warriors dynasty, Lakers or Clippers, a big year for Zion Williamson, and a few great memories of the incomparable Kobe Bryant!

Dodgers, Warriors, & LAFC Owner Peter Guber | LOS CLASSIC Oct 11, 2022

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Since the LA Dodgers & LAFC are back in the playoffs, & the Golden State Warriors are on the brink of another season - we decided to talk to the owner! In this LOS CLASSIC, we revisit Andy's chat with Chairman & CEO of Mandalay Entertainment & Sports Media - Peter Guber! As co-owner of the Golden State Warriors, Los Angeles Dodgers, LAFC, and ESports franchise 'Team Liquid' - Peter knows entertainment! The guys discuss Peter's entrepreneurial path into the sports & entertainment world, his enduring commitment to higher education & teaching, the movie biz vs the sports biz, creating the sporting experience for fans, the business relationship between fans & owners, the REAL purpose of the jumbotron, lessons in leadership & management, how to engage fans in the 21st Century, & the future of American soccer! Original Air Date: July 2, 2018.

Former USC SID Tim Tessalone Oct 04, 2022

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As we've highlighted time & time again on this podcast - not all Legends of Sport are forward facing. This week, Andy chats with longtime colleague, friend, & former USC Sports Information Director - Tim Tessalone! Over Tim's 43-year tenure at USC - his office publicized 47 National Championships across the Men's & Women's sports programs, 267 Olympians, 5 Heisman Trophy Winners, 12 Rose Bowl's(that the USC Trojans participated in), and countless honors. Andy & Tim discuss his sports fandom growing up in Southern California, his path to USC & the world of PR, how the world of Public Relations has changed over the years due to technology, & so much more! Plus, the time Will Ferrell interned for his office, how NIL deals are changing college sports, & a few stories from cutting their teeth together over the years!

Nancy Lieberman | LOS CLASSIC Sep 27, 2022

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Andy chats with fellow Naismith Memorial Basketball Hall Of Famer, Nancy Lieberman! The two discuss Nancy's early days in Far Rockaway & Rucker Park, her crazy path to the USA Basketball Team roster at age 17, winning the Silver Medal in the 1976 Olympic Games in Montreal, the 1980 Summer Olympics boycott, the Women's Pro Basketball League (WBL), training Martina Navratilova, the Banana Boat, being a Mother/Player, her (first) coming-out-of-retirement moment, punching Bridget Pettis, and more! Plus, coming out of retirement (a second time) at age 50, coaching her way to a championship in the BIG 3 League, & her current projects with Nancy Lieberman charities.

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