Legends Of Sport

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Jerry West | LOS CLASSIC Jan 25, 2022

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Andy chats with the logo himself... Jerry West! Jerry talks about his consulting role with the Clippers, his relationship with owner Steve Ballmer, and why he's still inspired to stay involved with the game. Andy & Jerry discuss his autobiography "West by West: My Charmed, Tormented Life"; Jerry expands on his personal battles with depression, lessons he learned about racial injustice during his playing career in the 1960s, and the power of modern athletes. Hear Mr. Clutch's definition of 'Greatness', his thoughts on the Lakers/Clippers rivalry, and the drive behind his hyper-competitive nature. Jerry also shares his thoughts on the late Kobe Bryant; how he's dealing with the impact of his tragic death, what made him unlike any other athlete, and how he remembers his life, legend & legacy.

Leigh Montville Jan 18, 2022

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Some Legends of Sport... wrote the legends themselves! Andy chats with writer/author Leigh Montville! The former columnist for The Boston Globe & senior writer for Sports Illustrated shares his path to becoming a writer, how the art of sports writing has changed, his opinion of modern sports journalism, and his book, "Tall Men, Short Shorts 'The 1969 NBA Finals: Wilt, Russ, Lakers, Celtics, And A Very Young Sports Reporter'". Andy & Leigh also discuss Wilt Chamberlain vs Bill Russell, why he calls the 1969 Los Angeles Lakers the first 'Super Team', and Leigh tells a few stories about Johnny Most & Chick Hearn.

David Stern | LOS CLASSIC Jan 11, 2022

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In this CLASSIC episode of Legends Of Sport, Andy sat down with friend & former NBA Commissioner, David Stern. David takes us thru his early life that lead him to the NBA, implementing his vision for the NBA, bringing the NBA brand to China, Yao Ming, lessons learned over the years, post-retirement life, the current health of the NBA, and much more. David also discusses his top 3 most memorable moments during his tenure as NBA Commissioner, as well as the iconic 1992 All-Star game, and Magic Johnson's HIV diagnosis. Plus, Andy & David share some of their favorite memories working together throughout the years.

Ron Shelton Jan 04, 2022

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Not all Legends Of Sport grace the field! Andy invites legendary director & screenwriter Ron Shelton! Ron takes us behind the scenes & through the process of creating many of our favorite sports classics such as; Bull Durham, White Men Can't Jump, Tin Cup, and many more! Andy & Ron discuss the early years in his life that lead to a passion for sports & movies, the technical aspects of casting & shooting sports films, and Ron tells a few stories from working with acting greats like Kevin Costner, Wesley Snipes & Woody Harrelson. The two also talk about Blue Chips with Shaquille O'Neal, the impact of sports on society, how his view of an athletes' role in a society has changed, great sports cliches, and a few scripts he's working on!

Scott Howard-Cooper Aug 31, 2021

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Andy chats with journalist Scott Howard-Cooper! Scott talks about his life-long career in journalism & sports journalism, covering the early years of Shaq & Kobe, his relationship with Kobe Bryant, and his new book "Steve Kerr: A Life!" Scott discusses the genesis of the book, and the many surprising aspects of Steve Kerr's incredible life story. Scott shares stories from his relationship with Kobe Bryant over the years, from his rookie season on the Lakers to their final meeting in Sacramento. Plus, Scott & Andy reminisce over the many career overlapping memories throughout the years covering the NBA in Southern California!

Mark Madsen Aug 17, 2021

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Andy chats with former NBA player & current Head Coach of Utah Valley University - Mark "Mad Dog" Madsen! Andy & Mark talk about his incredible career, how the pandemic has affected his team, his road before the NBA, lessons he learned from Phil Jackson, his relationship with Shaq, & Kobe Bryant's legacy. Mark identifies the many lessons he's learned & incorporated from Phil Jackson, from Phil's "WTF" play, what made the Triangle Offense so great, his work-life balance philosophy, and what he's taken to his players. Mark tells some great stories about comedy Clubs with Phil, Thanksgiving Days with Shaq, winning back-to-back titles with Kobe & Shaq, his relationship with Kobe, ripping his socks off mid-play, and many more!

Karch Kiraly Aug 03, 2021

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Andy chats with legendary professional & Olympic Volleyball player & coach, as well as the current Head Coach of the U.S. Women's National Volleyball Team - Karch Kiraly! In addition to his heavily decorated college & professional career, Karch is the only player in the world to win three Olympic Gold Medals in Volleyball - in '84, '88 & '96. Andy & Karch reminisce about the early days of beach volleyball on the beaches of Southern California, playing for UCLA under Coach Al Scates, indoor vs beach volleyball, the 1986 USA Cup tournament, how the pandemic affected training & preparation for his team, & much more! Plus, Andy & Karch discuss the importance of growing women's sports leagues, a brand new women's only pro league called Athletes Unlimited, the Starlings Volleyball program, memories of meeting Kobe Bryant, & how he views his legacy. Good luck to Coach Karch & Team USA!!

Apolo Ohno Jul 20, 2021

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Andy chats with eight-time Olympic medalist - Apolo Ohno! Andy & Apolo talk about his heavy travel schedule, his path into speed skating, his involvement in "The Weight Of Gold" documentary on HBO, his passion for mental health advocacy & financial literacy, and more! Apolo gives his perspective on Naomi Osaka's battles with mental health, how he's helping athletes with their second acts, his new book "Hard Pivot," memories of Kobe Bryant, his work in the financial world with Personal Capital, and so much more!

Mark Thomashow Jul 06, 2021

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Andy chats with marketing consultant & former lead of Nike's Business Affairs department - Mark Thomashow! Mark is responsible for many of Nike's most successful marketing campaigns from "Just Do It," Charles Barkley's "I'm Not a Role Model" commercial, "Bo Knows" with Bo Jackson, the concept of Championship hats, and many more! Andy & Mark discuss the genesis of his career from school teacher, to lawyer, to leading some of Nike's most iconic advertising campaigns. Mark describes the behind the scenes of how some of the biggest ad campaigns in sports got started, and the incredible stories he has from along the way. Andy & Mark also discuss the time he was sued by The Beatles, the Dream Team vs. Reebok, the idea of athletes as role models, his involvement with the Earl Monroe Charter School, and so much more!

Dawn Staley Jun 22, 2021

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Andy chats with South Carolina Gamecocks & USA Women's National Team Head Coach - Dawn Staley! Dawn discusses her journey from the projects of Philadelphia to the University of Virginia, the ABL, being voted one of the 15 best players in WNBA history, and ultimately being named to the Naismith Memorial Basketball Hall Of Fame! Andy & Dawn also discuss her various inspirations & mentors along the way, memories from the first Women's Dream Team at the Olympics in Atlanta, how she defines Philly basketball, her philosophy on losing, her 24-Hour Rule, her Players Tribune article "Black People Are Tired," and so much more!

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