Legends Of Sport

Andy is back with more from the 2024 Naismith Memorial Basketball Hall Of Fame Induction Ceremony! This time Andy sits down with 2024 inductee & current Head Coach of the Portland Trail Blazers, Chauncey Billups! The Pistons legend recalls winning it all in 2004 with Detroit, why he chose Tina Thompson as one of his HOF presenters, & the lessons he took from Coach Larry Brown that he uses in his approach to coaching today!

Andy takes the show on the road to the 2024 Naismith Memorial Hall Of Fame induction ceremony to catch up with Jonnie West, son of the late Jerry West! FIRST, Andy chats with Jonnie about his experience as a presenter for his father's unprecedented 3rd HOF induction, Andy's first interaction with Jerry, his impact on everyone around him, his impact on a young Kobe Bryant, Jerry & Jonnie's father-son dynamic, and more!

​NEXT, Andy gets a few kind words ​about Jerry West from ​- A.C. Green, Bob McAdoo, Byron Scott, James Worthy, Lisa Leslie, Spencer Haywood, ​Gary Vitti, Michael Cooper, V​lade Divac, & Pat Riley!

Andy takes the show to Watch Me! Sports Bar in Long Beach, CA for a Football Is Sexy watch party! First, Andy chats with Watch Me! Owner & Founder Jax Diener about the bar's mission to create a place for women to watch sports! Jax also talks about the bar's grand opening on the first night of the Olympics, and the bar's partnership with Football Is Sexy! NEXT, Andy chats with Football Is Sexy Founder, Monica Madrid, about why football is so important to her, why she started Football Is Sexy, their new app that helps teach the game of football, and their partnership with Watch Me!, her special moment with Jerry Rice on The Kelly Clarkson Show, and why it's important to support women!

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Andy takes the show on the road to chat with 2024 Naismith Memorial Basketball Hall Of Fame Inductee & Showtime Lakers Legend - Michael Cooper! Michael shares his immediate reaction after being inducted, being one of few true sixth-men to be inducted, lessons from playing for Coach Pat Riley, why his number (21) being retired by the Lakers in 2025 means so much to him, what it meant to him to be a presenter of an unprecedented 3rd HOF induction for the late Jerry West, a hilarious story as to why Jack Nicholson's induction as a "Super Fan" meant so much to the Laker faithful, as well as why Andy is forever apart of the Laker family! 

PLUS, Andy gets a few kind words from Coop's biggest supporters - A.C. Green, Bob McAdoo, Byron Scott, James Worthy, Lisa Leslie, Spencer Haywood, Jamaal Wilkes, Gary Vitti, & Pat Riley!

Andy takes the podcast on the road to the 2024 Naismith Memorial Hall of Fame Enshrinement Weekend! To kick it all off, Andy sits down with 2024 inductee Vince Carter! The Raptors legend shares his immediate reaction to being inducted to the HOF, playing in the NBA for 22 years (& over four different decades), his blistering dunk during the 2000 Olympics in Sydney, the iconic 2000 Dunk Contest in Golden State, his thought process during the Dunk Contest, why he chose "Dr. J" Julius Erving as a presenter, and Andy shares a unique Kobe Bryant story!

Andy sits down with NBA Legend Kiki VanDeWeghe at 2024 NBA Summer League! Kiki discusses the importance of relationships, playing for legendary coach Pat Riley, working under former NBA Commissioner David Stern as Head of Basketball Operations, his role with the Dallas Mavs in Player Development, working with a young Dirk Nowitzki(and how he taught him the "Kiki move"), and how to assess NBA talent!

Andy is back with more from 2024 NBA Summer League in Las Vegas! This week, Andy chats with ESPN analyst Dave McMenamin about life covering the Los Angeles Lakers, 10 years of covering LeBron James, his career transition from print to screen, what it was like covering Kobe Bryant, his contributions to Nat Butler's new book "Courtside: 40 Years of NBA Photography", and more!

Andy takes the show on the road to 2024 NBA Summer League in Las Vegas! First, Andy chats with NBA Summer League Co-Founder Warren LeGarie about their 20th year, the genesis of NBA Summer League, why Las Vegas was the best location, how the partnership with UNLV & the Thomas & Mack Center started, the influence of the late NBA Commissioner David Stern, & his three most memorable moments over the years! NEXT, Andy sits down with NBA Summer League's Director of Team Operations, Marni Colbert, about her long history with NBA Summer League, the massive growth of NBA Summer League over the years, her two transformative moments over the years, lessons from her father, and so much more!

Stay tuned next week for MORE from NBA Summer League in Las Vegas!

We're back with a brand new interview Live from Las Vegas! This week, Andy chats with former NBA player Craig Hodges! Craig talks about being drafted by the San Diego Clippers, lessons he learned from Bill Walton, Kobe Bryant & Michael Jordan's parallels, his stint as special assistant to Phil Jackson, his instrumental work helping Kobe Bryant return from injury in 2009, Kobe's evolution as a player and a leader, his reaction to player activism during the 2020 Bubble games, and more!

Andy is back with more from USA Basketball's 50th Anniversary showcase in Las Vegas! This week, Andy sits down with long time colleague & 33-year Communications Director for USA Basketball, Craig Miller! Andy & Craig share stories from their time together with the Dream Team in 1992! From their first meeting at Dream Team training camp, Craig's experience as the first PR personnel at USA Basketball in 1990, working with the big personalities on the Dream Team, the debacle of shooting the team portrait in Portland, their experience at training camp in Monaco, John Stockton walking around unrecorgnized on the streets of Barcelona, Charles Barkley's midnight casino run, the ripple effect of Magic Johnson's HIV diagnosis, dinner with Prince Rainier, and much more!

This week, Andy chats with 3x NBA Champion Scott Williams! Scott discusses the surreal feeling of winning his first championship in 1991 with the Chicago Bulls, Michael Jordan advocating for him to be signed, The Last Dance, the genesis of his book "Through the Fire: A Memoir of Trauma and Loss, Basketball and Triumph", the tragic death of his parents and the decision to write about it, advocating for mental health awareness, Steve Kerr, playing with both Michael Jordan & Lebron James, lessons from Dean Smith & Phil Jackson, and why 90's ball was the best era!

Andy chats with Olympic Gold Medalist & 17-year NBA legend Sam Perkins! Sam discusses his fondest memory from competing for the 1984 Olympic team, playing for vastly different coaches Dean Smith & Bobby Knight, playing with a rookie Michael Jordan on the '84 Olympic team, hitting the game-winning shot in Game 1 of the 1991 NBA Finals, the toughness of the 1996 NBA Finals run with the Seattle Supersonics, playing against Shaq & Kobe in the 2000 NBA Finals, memories of Kobe Bryant, and the potential revival of the Seattle Supersonics! 

Stay tuned next week for MORE from USA Basketball's 50th Anniversary Showcase in Las Vegas!

To celebrate the 200th episode of the Legends of Sport Podcast, Andy took the show on the road to NBA Con in Las Vegas! Andy chats with the NBA's Sr. VP of Business Operations & Global Events, Joey Graziano, and Denver Nuggets team photographer, Garrett Ellwood! Joey tells us all about NBA Con, what the league hopes to accomplish with the event, his personal path from a white collar criminal defense attorney to the NBA, his experience in the NBA Bubble, and the possibility of seeing a NBA team in Las Vegas! NEXT, Andy chats with Garrett Ellwood about capturing the Nuggets first ever championship run, how the job has changed over the years, seeing the first of Victor Webanyama at the start of NBA Summer League, and more!

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!

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!

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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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With the NBA playoffs getting started, we're taking it back to the start of Season 2 with one of the top NBA centers of all time - David Robinson, aka "The Admiral"! Andy & co-host Mimi chat with David about growing up in a military family, how he literally grew out of being a baseball player, the impact of his playing idol Ralph Sampson, the late Mark Eaton, his father prophesying him playing in the NBA, how his Naval Academy experience informed his basketball career, turning the Spurs into contenders, shepherding a young Tim Duncan, his incredible message to the team after winning a championship, thoughts on One-and-Done players, and memories of playing on The Dream Team! David & Andy also discuss The Carver Academy, their first time meeting during the Wooden Award Ceremony in 1987, a photoshoot in the pouring rain, & more memories from their many years on the court together. Original Air Date: January 8, 2019.

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Andy chats with world-renowned orthopedic surgeon - Dr. Robert Klapper! Dr. Klapper describes the example his parents set growing up in Far Rockaway, NY, how the 1968 Olympics inspired his pursuit of higher education, how studying art influenced & enriched his life, his "ah-ha" moment on a trip to Italy studying Renaissance sculptor Michelangelo, his own passion for sculpting, how saving a life earned him a spot at the University of Hawaii, his incredible surfing analogy for living life to the fullest, his former ESPN radio show "Weekend Warrior," and his upcoming project "Klapper Vision" - all about sports injuries!

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This week's LOS Classic features Dodgers Legend - Orel Hershiser! Orel talks about his path into broadcasting post-career, his underdog story as a young athlete, the incredible year of 1988 which culminated in a Cy Young Award & World Series Championship, his thoughts on his Hall Of Fame snub, his record-breaking 59 consecutive scoreless inning streak, his remarkable return from shoulder reconstruction surgery, thoughts on pitch counts, poker vs pitching, Sandy Koufax's impact on his game, his toughest battles on the mound, and much more! Original Air Date: August 6, 2018.

Andy chats with journalist & fellow Curt Gowdy Award winner - Jackie MacMullan! Andy & Jackie discuss her recent retirement, why she decided to hang it up, how access to players has changed over the years, how she approached covering difficult topics & subjects, Kobe Bryant's relationship with Michael Jackson, Michael Jordan's speech at Kobe's memorial, covering the NBA bubble in 2020, players standing up for social justice issues, her hooping bonafides, her path to the Boston Globe, being the first female sports columnist for the Globe, paving the way for female journalists, and so much more! Beyond the Lens workshop - coming soon! Sign up now at BeyondTheLens.live

Andy chats with Los Angeles Sparks forward & ESPN host - Chiney Ogwumike! Originally recorded at the start of the pandemic, Andy & Chiney talk about the ongoing shutdown of sports & its impact on the WNBA. Chiney tells us about her Nigerian roots, growing up in Houston, her early basketball inspirations, her sisters Nneka & Erica, & memories of Kobe Bryant. PLUS, Chiney also discusses her achievements & future goals with NBA Africa, as well as her role as Vice President of the WNBA Players Association & how she's impacting the future of women's sports! Be sure to check out her podcast, "Certified Buckets"! Original Air Date: April 24, 2020.

Andy chats with 3x Olympic hockey player & current Director of Player Development for the New Jersey Devils - Meghan Duggan! Andy & Meghan discuss her path to the ice while growing up in Danvers, MA, her experience playing for the Wisconsin Badgers, moving up to Team USA only to witness the many inequities facing the women's game, her current role as Director of Player Personnel with the Devils, the strides made in the last few years in women's hockey, female executives in the NHL & other male leagues, the greatest moment in her career, what it means to play for your country, the future of women's hockey, and so much more!

Andy chats with fellow Naismith Memorial Basketball Hall Of Fame classmate - Grant Hill! Andy & Grant discuss his Hall Of Fame Induction, how the HOF news affected him, growing up with a father in the NFL, his mother being roommates with Hillary Clinton & mentor to Michelle Obama, a pickup game with the Clintons, visits to the White House, the rise in social justice issues in the NBA, walking a similar path with Jason Kidd - from Co-Rookie of the Year to the Hall Of Fame, the genius of Coach K at Duke, his famous March Madness pass to Christian Laettner that took down Kentucky in the Elite Eight in 1992, thoughts on one-and-done, his love for art, purchasing the Atlanta Hawks & life as a NBA owner, the TRUE story of how Roger Staubach named him, the hardest thing he's ever had to do, and so much more!

SHOWTIME! Andy chats with Showtime Lakers legend Jamaal "Silk" Wilkes! Andy & Jamaal reminisce over their years together with the Los Angeles Lakers. Jamaal reflects on his time playing in the Showtime Lakers era, the influence of Dr. Buss on the entire Lakers organization, behind his nickname "Silk", his experience playing under Coach John Wooden at UCLA, the recruiting process that lead him to UCLA, how winning Rookie of the Year AND the NBA Championship in the same year propelled his career, playing alongside the likes of incomparable stars like Rick Barry & Magic Johnson, the genesis of his unique shooting style - including a curious shooting session with Coach Wooden, his 37-point performance in Game 6 of the 1980 NBA Finals, his vantagepoint of the famous team-galvanizing moment on the Lakers plane ride that preceded the game, the genesis of his involvement in the 1975 film "Cornbread, Earl and Me", how the movie informed his own life, and so much more!

Flash back to the weekend that started this podcast! Both interviews took place during the 2018 NBA All-Star Weekend at Staples Center in Los Angeles! Andy chats with George "The Iceman" Gervin, & "The Glove" Gary Payton! George talks about the genesis of his nickname "The Iceman", memories from his playing days, growing up in the Motown era, the 1983 All Star Game, playing with a young Michael Jordan in his final year, why he doesn't consider MJ the GOAT, how Magic Johnson changed the game, the George Gervin Youth Center, and more! NEXT, Andy is joined by "The Glove" Gary Payton! Gary describes his path from Oakland to Oregon State to the NBA, the influence of his father on him & other NBA'ers from Oakland, the heartbreak from the Supersonics leaving Seattle, the bombing that occurred during the 1996 Olympics in Atlanta, his world famous trash talking, going "full neck", the Gary Payton-Shawn Kemp duo "The Rainman & The Glove", the genesis of "The Glove" nickname, his sons, and much more!

Andy chats with Dallas Mavericks legend - Rolando Blackman! The first and ONLY Panamanian player to grace the NBA! Andy & Ro discuss the culture shock he experienced moving from Panama to Brooklyn, how he discovered the game of basketball, playing for Kansas State in college, Walt Frazier, the heartbreak from the 1980 Olympic team that never was, being drafted to a brand new Dallas Mavs franchise, playing for the very tough Coach Dick Motta, memories from the 1988 Western Conference Finals vs the Showtime Lakers, finishing his career with the New York Knicks under coach Pat Riley, the 1987 All Star Game & the legendary trash talk that ensued, and much more! Plus, his current role with the Mavs, and how he's giving back as a U.N. Ambassador to the Office of Drugs & Crime!

In honor of LA Kings legend Dustin Brown's jersey retirement and statue dedication, we're revisiting our chat with Hockey Hall of Famer and current LA Kings President - Luc Robitaille! Andy & the crew took the podcast to the LA Kings Practice facility in El Segundo, CA to chat with the LA Kings Pres. just before the 2018 season! Luc tells his story; from simply trying to make an NHL roster, to stories from his six seasons playing with Wayne Gretzky! Luc shares some of his most memorable moments from his playing AND front office careers, winning & losing Stanley Cups, lessons from Barry Melrose, the greatest goalies throughout his career, Jaromír Jágr's legendary conditioning, the ups and downs for the LA Kings franchise, and so much more! Original Air Date: September 10, 2018.

Showtime!! Andy chats with Showtime Lakers Legend "Big Game" James Worthy! Andy & James reminisce over the Showtime Lakers Reunion in Hawaii last year, the family bond the team still shares, the trash talk, and the "crawl through"! James also talks about the coin flip that made him a Laker, his first few years on an already star-studded Lakers roster, learning to play with Magic Johnson, his New Balance deal, his nickname "Clever", and LeBron James passing Kareem's NBA scoring record! James describes his welcome to the NBA moment with Kurt Rambis, his many years of charitable contributions, and his partnership with Waiakea Water!

In this week’s Legends Of Sport Classic episode, we revisit Andy’s conversation with the late Hall of Fame running back Franco Harris. Franco passed away on Dec. 20, 2022, just days shy of the Pittsburgh Steelers retiring his No. 32 in a long planned halftime ceremony celebrating the 50th Anniversary of the “Immaculate Reception.” Andy & Franco discuss his early life growing up, his path to the NFL, turning around the Pittsburgh Steelers in the 1970s, memories from "The Immaculate Reception", how Frank Sinatra became Brigadier General of "Franco’s Italian Army", what it meant to become the first African American & first Italian American Super Bowl MVP in the league’s history, his incredible charitable work in the city of Pittsburgh, and his thoughts on the Steelers’ contract debacles with LeVeon Bell & Antonio Brown. Original Air Date: February 26, 2019 - Season 2, Episode 8.

Sports & Rock n' Roll!!! Continuing our Legends of Photography series, Andy chats with iconic sports & rock n' roll photographer - Michael Zagaris! Michael details his career throughout the 60's & 70's rock scene, as well as his many years with the San Francisco 49ers & Oakland A's! Andy & Michael also discuss his newest book "Field of Play: 60 Years of NFL Photography", the evolution of photojournalism, and his book "Total Excess" about the rock music scene in San Francisco in the 1970s! Michael shares some of his wildest adventures; from career advice from Eric Clapton, living with Peter Frampton in London, the early days of shooting sports, pitching Bill Walsh on unlimited access, Joe Montana vs Steve Young, a showdown with Coach Jim Harbaugh, exploring the punk scene with the Sex Pistols, and so much more!

This week's LOS CLASSIC features legendary basketball coach - Mike Krzyzewski! Andy & Coach K talk about his intimate recruiting process, creating a family atmosphere on all of his teams, the "one-and-done" rule, the brilliance of Coach Chuck Daly, the cultural impact of the Dream Team, the notorious Dream Team scrimmage, his relationship with Michael Jordan, Kobe's leadership on the Redeem Team, how Jerry Colangelo created the culture around USA Basketball, why he told his players to play with ego, serving with the US Army, how he used his military experience in coaching, his time coaching at West Point, a Gladiator motivation story, Bruce Springsteen, and so much more!

Andy chats with fellow 2018 Naismith Memorial Basketball Hall of Fame classmate - Rick Welts! Andy & Rick share stories from over the years, how "retirement" is treating him, the state of the NBA when he arrived in the late 70's, the genesis & evolution of the NBA's All-Star Weekend, his 2018 HOF enshrinement, a great Spencer Haywood story, his deep love for the Seattle SuperSonics, his unlikely friendship with Bill Russell, his coming out moment in 2011 & why that was the right time, working with former Commissioner David Stern, & what he's doing now!

Andy chats with legendary commentator Andrés Cantor! Andy & Andrés relive the final moments of Argentina's emotional World Cup victory! Plus, his path into broadcasting, how he found his signature style, the passion & history behind his famous "GOOOOL" calls, the moment he thought France had won, Argentina's incredible passion for the game, & so much more!

SHOWTIME! Andy chats with friend and Showtime Lakers Legend - Byron Scott!! Andy & Byron discuss their time at the Showtime Lakers Reunion in Maui this year, thinking back on how special the Showtime era really was, the family bond that was created on the Showtime teams, what he saw in an 18-year-old Kobe Bryant, facing Kobe & the Lakers as a coach in the 2002 NBA Finals, his podcast "Off the Dribble", how Pat Riley & Larry Brown inspired him to coach, the idea of LeBron passing Kareem, why Kareem will always be his GOAT, & his incredible charitable work! Plus, Kareem shooting skyhooks at 75 years old, trash talk, the legendary rivalry between the Lakers & Celtics, & so much more!

This week's LOS CLASSIC features legendary UCLA gymnastics coach - Valorie Kondos Field! Andy & Miss Val discuss her professional dance career, her path into coaching gymnastics, how Coach John Wooden's book informed her coaching style, how she transformed UCLA’s program, the topic of body shaming in gymnastics, changing the culture of the sport, Katelyn Ohashi, the Larry Nassar sexual abuse scandal, her battle with breast cancer, and what's next!

Andy chats with one of the most iconic broadcasting duos of all time - Ralph Lawler & Bill Walton! Ralph & Bill share memories from their 13 years in the booth together, their first time meeting, how Ralph saved Bill's life, the chance moment that lead to Bill's broadcasting career, memories from the early days of their broadcast partnership, an infamous river rafting trip, entertaining the lean years of the Clippers, all the times Bill was "fired", a spanish prank, & Ralph's new book "Bingo!: 40 Years In The NBA".

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!

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!

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!

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!

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!

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.

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!

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.

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!

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.

Andy & the LOS team took the podcast on the road to the 2022 Naismith Memorial Basketball Hall Of Fame enshrinement ceremony! Andy chats with enshrinees from this year & years past, presenters, past guests, media members & great friends! Hear conversations with basketball's biggest names, such as; John Doleva, Swin Cash, Lindsay Whalen, Bob Huggins, Nancy Lieberman, Walt Frazier, Tim Hardaway, Jason Zone Fisher, Del Harris, Spencer Haywood, Marc Stein, Teresa Shank Grentz, Charles Barkley, & Chris Mullin!

Hey Kobe fans! This week, Andy chats with Philadelphia Inquirer columnist/author Mike Sielski about his new book, "The Rise: Kobe Bryant And The Pursuit Of Immortality". Andy & Mike take a deep dive into how the Mamba became the Mamba! The two analyze the common threads between each other's books, the genesis of "The Rise", Kobe's arrival to America & Lower Merion HS, how he sharpened his talent around the Philadelphia area, an important moment from an early karate lesson, his first time meeting Michael Jordan as a freshman in high school, how he studied Andy's photos, plus the first EVER Mamba Mentality Lightning Round!! Andy & Mike also discuss Kobe's post-career path, the tragic day of his passing, the thousands of Kobe murals all around the world, & the lasting legacy that he leaves us with. Join us while we unpack the stories & tiny details that made a legend 💜💛

This week's LOS CLASSIC, we flash back to the Bubble! Andy chats with WNBA legend Candace Parker! Andy & Candace talk about her early influences, how Kobe Bryant influenced her career, her time with coach Pat Summit at the University of Tennessee, & more! Candace also talks about the playoff bubble, discussions with her daughter about social justice issues, her Ron Harper fandom, as well as how she balances being a mom & a pro athlete! Andy & Candace also discuss the new CBA & how it will affect the new generation of players, her career in the media, her post-career evolution, how she wants to be remembered, & so much more! Original Air Date: October 13, 2020.

This week's LOS CLASSIC - Andy chats with 12-time Emmy winning, Hall Of Fame sports journalist, Jim Gray, about his new book - "Talking To GOATs!" Andy & Jim discuss the genesis of the book, his path into the industry, early inspirations, cutting his teeth as a video tape editor, the countless memories featured in his book, lessons from Coach Chuck Daly, the influence of his father, & memories of Kobe Bryant. Hear the backstories of Jim's biggest interviews & subjects over the years - from his very first interview with Muhammed Ali, conversations with Tom Brady & Kobe Bryant, Michael Jordan's first retirement, the return of baseball after 9/11, the Atlanta Olympic bombing, The Malice in the Palace, a kiss from Mike Tyson, & so many more! Original Air Date: December 8, 2020

The Dream Team! USA Basketball's Legendary lineup from the 1992 Summer Olympics in Barcelona - Widely considered the greatest basketball team ever assembled! Andy chats with the former Assistant Coach of the Dream Team, Hall Of Famer - P.J. Carlesimo! Andy & P.J. share thoughts & memories from the experience that summer, 30 years ago! Andy & P.J. discuss how he got the call to join the coaching staff, Head Coach Chuck Daly's approach to coaching the team, his first time meeting Larry Bird, dynamics between team members, & winning the Gold Medal! Andy & P.J. remember traveling with the team, practices in Monte Carlo, 'Harry & Larry', shooting the Team Photo, Gold Medal moments, & more memories from the greatest team to ever touch the court!

Andy sits down with former Los Angeles Lakers Head Athletic Trainer – Gary Vitti – to discuss his book "32 years of Titles & Tears from the Best Seat In The House: What I Learned About Happiness, Leadership, & Greatness". Gary describes the many lessons learned from NBA greats like Pat Riley, Jerry West, Magic Johnson, Kareem, James Worthy, Byron Scott, Kobe, Shaq, Phil Jackson, & many more! Gary expands on the path to his first year with the Lakers in 1984 under head coach Pat Riley, & how the position has evolved over 32 years. Hear stories of plane rides with Chick Hearn, Pat Riley’s 12+2+1 formula, the personal pain & trauma behind Magic Johnson’s HIV diagnosis, getting caught between Kobe & Shaq, & the importance of the Lakers ‘85 championship. PLUS, a few tales of Kobe Bryant’s world-class work ethic – including being waterboarded by Navy SEALS, & the reverse bear trap. Original Air Date: August 20, 2019.

Andy chats with veteran NBA coach Phil Weber! Andy & Phil discuss his new book "How Do You Make Them Thirsty?", the genesis of the book, lessons his many years coaching under Mike D'Antoni, his philosophy in player development, and how he gained the respect as a coach by many of the league's superstars like Steve Nash & Kobe Bryant! Andy & Phil also talk about team culture with the Heat under Pat Riley, the Suns' team trip to Italy, what made Amar'e Stoudemire great, team photo shoots with Andy, his experiences working alongside a young Kobe Bryant, how meeting John Wooden changed his life, and so much more!

This week's LOS CLASSIC, Andy chats with legendary basketball player & broadcaster Ann Meyers Drysdale! Andy & Ann discuss her book "You Let Some Girl Beat You," dynamics of her early life, where her dream of becoming an Olympian began, the importance of recognizing female role models, signing with the Indiana Pacers in 1979, her extensive broadcasting journey, playing in the Women's Professional Basketball League(WPBL), and more! Ann also discusses her many "firsts", Title IX, the Men's Superstars & Women Superstars, pickup games with Tommy Lasorda, golfing with husband Don Drysdale, trail blazers, resiliency, and memories of Kobe Bryant. Original Air Date: March 16, 2021.

Andy chats with NBA writer/author Ben Golliver about his new book Bubbleball: The NBA's Fight To Save A Season. Andy & Ben recap their unique journey through the NBA Bubble, sharing stories about the experience in what Ben calls, "An incredible Public Health story, an incredible Business story, & an incredible Basketball story". Andy & Ben discuss the NBA’s decision to shut down the season in March, the difficult decisions behind attempting the bubble, the many surprises they both encountered, covering topics outside of basketball, the most memorable moments on the court, and the genesis of his new book!

Andy invites friend & fellow Naismith Memorial Basketball Hall Of Fame Curt Gowdy Media Award winner - Peter Vecsey! Peter shares his journey as a sportswriter from ABA to NBA, being an analyst for TNT & NBC, his legendary "Hoop du Jour" column in the NY Post, how covering the game has changed over the years, how the game itself has changed, and his opinion on the Warriors recent championship! Andy & Peter also discuss the "Winning Time" series & its depiction of the late Jerry West, the importance of "game arrivals" today, a special dinner he had with Kobe Bryant before his passing, the impact of Steph Curry on today's game, & his current projects!

We decided to kick off the summer with a little MAGIC! Andy sits down with the great Earvin "Magic" Johnson at his offices in Los Angeles, in the spring of 2018. Andy & Magic talk about their friendship over the last 40 years, Magic's favorite shots of Andy's, the impact of the Lakers & Celtics rivalry thru the Showtime era, his relationship with Dr. Jerry Buss, his reconciliation with Isiah Thomas, and his role as Lakers President! Magic discusses playing on Team USA with Larry Bird in 1978, the start of he & Larry's friendship after a Converse commercial shoot, his favorite Lakers Championship team, "the Spencer Haywood Rule", his HIV Awareness campaign in China with Yao Ming, and Magic reacts to some of Andy's most iconic photos. Original Air Date: April 9, 2018.

Andy chats with NBA Legend - Spencer Haywood! Andy & Spencer discuss how he went from picking cotton to changing the NBA forever via "The Spencer Haywood Rule", his experiences on the 1968 US Olympic Gold Medal Team, hurdles getting to the NBA, his battles with addiction, and becoming an "unintentional pioneer". Spencer also gives his takes on his NBA Top 75 snub, the "Winning Time" TV series, the Seattle Supersonics, and he tells us about a project that nearly happened with Kobe Bryant. Go check out Spencer's Book & Podcast, "The Spencer Haywood Rule".

With the NBA Finals in full effect, we decided to turn the tables on Andy to hear about his 40 years of covering the event. Andy is joined by NBA Host Jason Zone Fisher who takes Andy down memory lane of his 212 NBA Finals games. (Yes, you read that number correctly). The man who's seen more NBA Finals games up close than anyone, shares what it's been like capturing the chaos & emotions, the evolution of NBA photography, special moments behind the scenes, managing his own fandom & emotions, & so much more! Andy takes us behind the lens of his prep work, shares his proudest photos, the most difficult shot in sports to capture, players who relish the spotlight, unique moments where he decided NOT to shoot, and the thru line that all championship teams share.

This week's LOS CLASSIC, Andy is joined by the 'LeBron James of Sports Broadcasting' - Doris Burke! Doris tells us about being the youngest of eight, where her love for basketball began, her path to Providence College, & how she turned a life of basketball into a career behind the mic! Doris shares her perspective on the evolution of the game of basketball throughout the years, changes she'd like to see in the WNBA, managing the chaos of live broadcasting, advice for females in a male-dominated businesses, & Doris turns the tables on Andy! Lastly, Doris & Andy talk about being recipients of the 2018 Curt Gowdy Media Award & what the award meant to them. Original Air Date: June, 11, 2019.

This week's LOS CLASSIC features 13-year NBA star - Baron Davis! Andy chats with Baron about growing up in South Central LA, his recruitment process out of Crossroads High School, being drafted No. 3 overall in 1999 by Charlotte, the franchise move to New Orleans, his time playing with the LA Clippers, and his passion for storytelling! Andy & Baron also discuss one of the greatest upsets in NBA history - when he and the No. 8 seed Golden State Warriors defeated the No. 1 seed Dallas Mavericks; the first time an 8-seed defeated a 1-seed in NBA playoff history. Baron also shares a few memories of Kobe Bryant, the numerous projects and productions he's involved with, and much more! Original Air Date: September 1, 2020.

Andy invites former President & GM of The Forum in Los Angeles - Claire Rothman. Andy & Claire dive into her journey that led to her becoming a key figure that shaped the Showtime Lakers era during the 1980's. Andy & Claire talk about how she met & was hired by Jack Kent Cooke, memories of working with Dr. Jerry Buss, her opinions on the 'Winning Time' franchise, and stories from the Showtime era! Claire details the events that lead to her introducing Mr. Cook & Dr. Jerry Buss, earning a $100k raise from Dr. Buss, Jeanie Buss' growth as an executive, plus thoughts on Lee Zeidman, Kobe Bryant, and the LA Kings.

In honor of #MentalHealthAwarenessMonth, this week's LOS CLassic features Andy & NBA Champion with the Cleveland Cavaliers - Kevin Love! Kevin tells us how he's staying physically & mentally active during the shutdown, & how he's opening the dialogue on dealing with the anxieties of the pandemic. Kevin talks about his personal journey with anxiety & depression, the impact of his article in the Players' Tribune, & his passion to normalize the conversations about mental health! Andy & Kevin also discuss his 2016 championship run with the Cavs, & the 2012 Olympic team! PLUS, Kevin shares a special NEVER BEEN HEARD story about Kobe Bryant, from after the 2012 Olympic Gold Medal game vs. Spain. Original Air Date: May 21, 2020.

Andy chats with former NBA Referee & former undercover New Jersey State Trooper - Bob Delaney! Bob discusses his life & journey as an undercover state trooper, working to infiltrate the mob under the persona "Bobby Covert". Bob details his battles with PTSD in transitioning back to normal life, & why he's dedicated his life to educating & advocating for the condition. Andy & Bob also discuss how he became an NBA referee after his stint in law enforcement, & his focus now in trying to spread awareness for the medical condition of this millennium - mental health.

In this LOS CLASSIC, Andy chats with MLB legend Darryl Strawberry! Andy & Darryl discuss his book "Turn Your Season Around," successfully endearing himself to both Mets & Yankees fans, his time with the LA Dodgers, photoshoots he's done with Andy, his personal battles with addiction & cancer, and how his spiritual journey changed his life! Andy & Darryl also reflect on the social impact of the Miracle Mets of 1969, how he puts the pandemic into context, playing under the microscope of America's biggest cities, and more! Darryl speaks on rejection, criticism, contentment, the positive influences in his life, relationships with Gary Carter & Mookie Wilson, he & his wife's work in the Autism community, how his spiritualism changed his life & "switched teams & put on a new uniform"! Original Air Date: March 2, 2021

Sneakerheads listen up! Andy chats with Nike Historian Scott Reames about his incredible 29 year road at Nike, how he came into his role as the company's Historian, the creation of Nike DNA (Department of Nike Archives), and some of the great stories behind the biggest brand in sports! Hear about the first ever Nike shoe, the long-lost waffle iron, the history behind the Nike name, how the swoosh was born, the odd inspiration behind the "Just Do It" campaign, and so much more!

To commemorate Kobe Bryant's final game on April 13, 2016, please enjoy this re-release of Andy & Kobe's discussion about their book, "The Mamba Mentality: How I Play". Andy & Kobe delve into their bestselling book collaboration as Kobe shares his thoughts and emotions around the craft he held so dear. Kobe & Andy discuss the championships, his iconic work ethic, Team USA, the importance of overcoming his achilles injury, his storybook final game, and the true meaning behind "The Mamba Mentality", from the Mamba himself. We Love & Miss You, Kobe. Original Air Date: November 20, 2018.

This week on LOS, Andy sits down with LPGA star Michelle Wie West! Andy & Michelle discuss her new work-life balance after her first child, her road to the pro tour playing against men, her family's history of competitors, lessons from her new father-in-law Jerry West, and her plans to get back on tour! Plus, Michelle discusses her advocacy for Mental Health, pay equity in sports, Hoodie For Golf, and so much more!

In honor of his retirement announcement, we revisit Andy's chat with 20-year NBA vet Jamal Crawford! Andy & Jamal discuss his early life growing up between Seattle & LA, working out with Michael Jordan after being drafted, playing against his two idols MJ & Kobe, what he learned from the Black Mamba, his "Lob City" years, athlete activism, & more! Jamal shares lessons & favorite memories of his two heroes MJ & Kobe, memories from "A Midsummer Night's Magic", his hopes for the return of the Seattle SuperSonics, and the Black Lives Matter movement. Plus, the guys share some of their favorite NBA photos!

Legends Of Sport teamed up with 10 Fold Entertainment and the IMPACT Learning Institute to interview sports and entertainment celebrities on the red carpet of Gateway’s Celebrity Fight Night in Phoenix, AZ. The annual event helps support crucial Phase I and Phase II clinical trials that will eventually lead to a cure for cancer.
The star-studded event has its roots in sports and entertainment. Jimmy Walker founded the first Celebrity Fight Night 27 years ago. Celebrities “fought” in a ring with oversize boxing gloves and A list entertainers performed while raising money for Muhammad Ali’s Parkinson’s Foundation. Gateway for Cancer Research and Celebrity Fight Night have raised more than $200 million combined for philanthropic causes.
Hear from key guests such as Gateway founders Richard J. and Dr. Stacie J. Stephenson, Michael Burton, Tom Chambers, Seth Joyner, David Foster, Katharine McPhee, Bo Derek, livestream co-host Cedric Ceballos and many others!

In this CLASSIC episode of LOS, Andy chats with legendary WNBA star - Sue Bird! Andy & Sue discuss how she managed the disruption in play(at the time, soon into the pandemic), The Last Dance documentary series, her competitive inspirations growing up, and her legendary playing career! Andy shares their first encounter while covering the AAU National Girls 11 & Under tourney in 1992. The two also talk about the departure of the Seattle Supersonics, her stint in the front office for the Denver Nuggets, the fight for the current WNBA CBA, female head coaches in the NBA, the ESPN The Body Issue shoot, the 'Hunger Not Impossible' campaign, and she shares a few memories of Kobe Bryant.

Andy chats with Co-founder & President of Angel City Football Club - Julie Uhrman! Julie shares her excitement for the inaugural season of the brand new Angel City Football Club, how she came to partner with Natalie Portman to help get the club started, her hopes for the team's impact, the involvement of LA84, how they plan to get involved with the community, and so much more!

In honor of the Winter Olympics, please enjoy this LOS CLASSIC with eight-time Olympic medalist - Apolo Ohno! Andy & Apolo talk about his path into speed skating, his involvement in "The Weight Of Gold" documentary on HBO, his passion for mental health advocacy & financial literacy, and how he's helping athletes with their second acts! Apolo also shares his perspective on Naomi Osaka's battles with mental health, memories of Kobe Bryant, his work in the financial world with Personal Capital, and the guys talk about his new book, "Hard Pivot"!

Art & Sports! Andy chats with former NFL players Aaron Maybin & Andre Collins about the 17th Annual Smocks & Jocks Event which celebrates the fine art of Super Bowl Weekend! The guys also talk about the importance of helping athletes transition to life after sports, the significance of raising awareness for Black Art & Black voices, how art shaped their own journeys, the artistic side of Kobe Bryant, & much more!

One of the greatest Running Backs in NFL history played for the Los Angeles Rams! Hall Of Famer Eric Dickerson joins Legends of Sport in this LOS CLASSIC. Eric details his football journey from SMU to the LA Rams & beyond; from a small town of 2000, to a rocky recruiting process, to his first day in Los Angeles(well, Anaheim). Go inside his legendary 2,000+ yard season, the events that lead to his trade to the Colts, why it was so important for him to retire as a member of the Rams, Sean McVay's influence on the team, & so much more! Plus, Andy shares some of his photos of Eric.

With all the recent controversy brewing over Barry Bonds & Roger Clemens Hall of Fame snub, we thought it proper to speak with an expert on the subject! Andy invites sports journalist/author Joe Posnanski about his new book - The Baseball 100. Andy & Joe discuss the genesis of the book, the never-ending controversy over sports lists, his own unique criteria for ranking players, great players lost to history, the steroid era, and more! Joe also tells us where he stands on Barry Bonds, Pete Rose, Roger Clemens, as well as what he's working on next!

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.

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.

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.

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!

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!

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!

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!!

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!

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!

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!

Andy chats with sports attorney & entrepreneur Leonard Armato! Leonard discusses his path to representing elite athletes Shaquille O'Neal, Hakeem Olajuwon and Kareem Abdul-Jabbar, creating brands such as Golden Boy for Oscar De La Hoya and “Dunkman” for Shaq, the NBA Tech Summit, AVP Beach Volleyball, and so much more! Andy & Leonard trade Shaq stories, Leonard talks about what attracted him to O'Neal as a client, how Ronnie Lott became his first client, a new book he's currently working on, how he views the modern athlete's responsibilities with social media, and his philosophy on how he approaches "work-life balance".