Legends Of Sport

Andy chats with soccer legend and current Toronto FC assistant coach, Steven Beitashour! Andy & Steven discuss their first meeting during LAFC's inaugural season, Kobe Bryant's Mamba Mentality, his path from college to pro, playing for the domestic treble winning Toronto FC team in 2017, his move from Toronto FC to LAFC, playing for the Iranian National team, Andy's shot of LAFC's first ever goal, thoughts on this year's World Cup, and more!

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Andy talks with 7x NBA Champion Robert Horry aka "Big Shot Bob"! Rob talks about his first ever NBA Finals experience on the Houston Rockets, playing alongside "The Dream" Hakeem Olajuwon, comparing Hakeem/Drexler and Kobe/Shaq duos, being a key part of the 3-peat Lakers era, Coach Pop's militaristic coaching style in San Antonio, being selected 11th overall by the Houston Rockets,  Summer League, his son CJ's college career, the great Jerry West, and his broadcasting career!

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In our next collaboration with Sport Magazine & PlayersTV, Andy takes the show back to the Legends Attic in Claremont, CA to chat with world renowned black & white artist, Dave Hobrecht! Andy & Dave discuss his new book "The All-Time Dodgers Art Book" in collaboration with legendary sports executive Ned Colletti, the genesis of the Legends Attic with Orel Hershiser, his "Splatter Booth", using photography for inspiration, Dave's portrait of Andy's Kobe Bryant photo, the hidden storage closet at Dodgers Stadium, memories of Sport Magazine, and more!

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In our next collaboration with Sport Magazine & PlayersTV, Andy sits down with legendary photographer Michael Zagaris! Michael discusses his start in shooting the San Francisco Giants, 53 years of covering the SF 49ers, his iconic behind-the-scenes style of shooting, warming his hands with mustard while working in Candlestick Park, his Sport Magazine cover shoot with SF Giants' Will Clark, his close working relationships with stars like Ricky Henderson, Frank Sinatra hanging out in the Giants' locker room, covering Barry Bonds, as well as Ken Griffey Jr. & Randy Johnson's new found careers in photography!

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We're back with more from the 2026 Wooden Awards! Andy sits down with this year's Legends of Coaching honor winners - Purdue men's basketball head coach Matt Painter, and UCLA women's basketball head coach Cori Close! First, Coach Painter reflects on the honor, the religion of basketball in Indiana, his love for the history of the game, thoughts on NIL deals, Coach John Wooden - the player, competitive spirit, and more! Next, Coach Close discusses the UCLA/USC rivalry, Coach Wooden's pyramid of success, why the women's game has grown in popularity, the impact of team sports on life success, and the lore behind her lucky leather pants!

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Andy takes the show on the road to the 2026 Wooden Awards to catch up with two former Wooden Award winners and basketball legends - Marques Johnson & Seimone Augustus! First, Andy & Marques talk about John Wooden's emphasis on adaptability, his years with the Clippers, playing alongside/against Bill Walton, dunking a basketball on his 70th birthday, the evolution of the game, hosting his podcast Hear District alongside his son Kris, being apart of the only father-son duo to win a National Championship from the same school, and as well as his sobriety journey! Next, Andy & Seimone discuss her epic Hall of Fame speech, the importance of selflessness & team mentality, her on-court rival Candace Parker's HOF selection, playing together on the Olympic team, and her message to this year's Wooden Award winners!

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In our first collaboration with Sport Magazine & PlayersTV, Andy chats with legendary Los Angeles Dodgers pitcher & broadcaster, Orel Hershiser, right from his Legends Attic in Claremont, CA! Orel discusses the fun-loving nature of the great Fernando Valenzuela, counting Tommy Lasorda's curse words with a pitch clicker, his emergency appendectomy one week before spring training ahead of the '88 season, winning the Sport Magazine World Series MVP in '88 & the wild ceremony that followed in New York, his transition into the booth, tips he received from broadcasting legends Vin Scully & Al Michaels, the longevity of LeBron James, the unprecedented skill of Dodgers two-way star Shoehi Ohtani, the Lakers-Dodgers shared championship years in 1988 & 2020, as well as the genesis of Orel's nickname "The Bulldog", and how that helped him transform on the mound!

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This week's special episode commemorates the 10 year anniversary of Kobe Bryant's final game on April 13, 2016. Andy hands the mic over to veteran host and good friend Jason Zone Fisher to discuss how Andy documented that historic day every step of the way with Kobe. Starting in his office in the early morning to game prep, final pregame intro, made-for-Hollywood 60 point performance, final walk off the court, "Mamba Out" mic drop, star studded audience, post game festivities and more. 

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Andy chats with sports photographer, Elsa Garrison! Elsa was the first female staff photographer hired at Getty Images with a career spanning over 30 years! Andy & Elsa discuss her Jack Hughes toothless Gold Medal photo from the 2026 Winter Olympics, her poignant and beautiful photo of Kobe & Gigi Bryant, her path into photography, fellow sports photographer John McDonough, how she separates herself from other photographers, and more! 

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Andy chats with Israeli basketball legend, Tal Brody, aka "Mr. Basketball"! Andy and Tal discuss his nomination for the Naismith Memorial Basketball Hall of Fame, growing up in New Jersey, the enlightening trip to Israel that altered his path from the NBA to Maccabi Tel Aviv, the dynamic growth of basketball in Israel, commissioner David Stern's impact in the globalization of the sport, his impact on the growth of basketball in Israel, Project Max's fight against racism, intolerance and anti-semitism, and so much more!

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Andy speaks with President & Co-Owner of the back-to-back World Series Champion Los Angeles Dodgers, Stan Kasten! Andy & Stan discuss their shared history over the years, Stan's path to the Atlanta sports scene (from the Hawks, to  Braves, & Thrashers), the story behind his group's acquisition of the Dodgers, the mystique of Dodgers Stadium, the Dodgers' current high-spending model, Clayton Kershaw's HOF career, watching the magic of Shohei Ohtani, his group's interest in the Lakers & PWHL, lessons from his parents who survived the Holocaust, and much more!

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Andy chats with author Chuck Cooper III, son of NBA Hall of Famer, Chuck Cooper! Chuck became the first African-American athlete to be drafted into the NBA, when he was selected by the Boston Celtics in 1950. Andy & Chuck discuss his father's legacy as a pioneer of the sport, how his time the Harlem Globetrotters helped break the color barrier in the NBA, his aspirations to play in the NBA growing up, dealing with racism in the 1950s, his legacy on the court as a prolific all-around player and rebounder, passing away in 1984 at the young age of 57, his community outreach as a player, the Chuck Cooper Foundation, as well as the Chuck Cooper Foundation Centennial Gala celebrating his father's 100th year of life and legacy!

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Andy chats with legendary LA sportscaster and former NFL player, Jim Hill! Andy and Jim discuss their shared history on the courts/turf together, the prank that lead to his broadcasting career, his love for the craft of radio, being drafted by the Chargers in 1968, the importance of working hard, their shared love of covering Kobe Bryant, why Pat Riley is a statue-worthy coach, how his real passion for golf came from Earl Woods, giving back, encouraging the next generation, and !

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Andy chats with 2026 Naismith Memorial Basketball Hall of Fame Finalist - Amar'e Stoudemire! Andy and Amar'e discuss his HOF nomination, his decision to go to the NBA right out of high school, playing for the stacked 2006-07 Phoenix Suns team, the Suns' training camp in Italy, great coaching mentors like Mike D'Antoni, Phil Jackson & Pat Riley, playing in Israel, his religious path, speaking out against anti-semitism, the Amar'eStoudemire Foundation, his Uncut Gems connection, playing against Kobe Bryant in the 2007 NBA playoffs, and more!

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Andy sits alongside Showtime Laker Legends Byron Scott & A.C. Green at the inaugural Faith Connection Sport event at Sinai Temple to kick off NBA All Star Weekend in Los Angeles! The group discusses their respective spiritual journeys, how their faith intersects with their professional lives, personal nicknames for each other, how the Showtime era Lakers bonded through tough times, how their brotherhood has continued through the years, the 10 year anniversary of Kobe Bryant's final game, as well as a Q&A session from the audience!


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LIVE from 2026 NBA All-Star Week in Downtown Los Angeles! Andy chats with NBA exec Tommy Sheppard, former NBA & EuroLeague star Boki Nachbar, & ESPN's NBA Front Office Insider Bobby Marks! Andy chats with each about the NBA Summer League / Sports Business Classroom event at All-Star Week, and their mission to cultivate the next generation of sports executives!

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Andy takes the show on the road to The Art of Sport show at the SPARC Gallery! Andy discusses his collaboration with the painter Taura, and sits down with Artist/Muralist Jonas Never to discuss his path into becoming an artist, his baseball background, the genesis of his Kobe murals, the outpouring of murals around the world, doing art in public, his connection with Dodgers Joe Kelly & Justin Turner, as well as a Q&A at the end!

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Andy chats with author Bryan Reilly about his new novel, The Last Original Ranger of New York. In his fictional account of the New York Rangers inaugural season in 1926-27, Bryan weaves the real life tale of the Rangers first season, including descriptive accounts of hockey and life in the 1920s, honoring the unsung heroes of the day. Andy & Bryan discuss the genesis of the novel, why he decided to take a fictional route, how the Rangers survived through the years, Mark Messier, the many forgotten players from the era, and more!

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Andy is back with more from the IMPACT Institute's Miami Sports & Entertainment Conference! This week, Andy chats with long-time friend and colleague, Carmin Romanelli, Global VP of Sports Business Development for Getty Images! Andy and Carmin discuss the genesis of NBA Photos, the expansion of NBA Entertainment, the industry transition from analog to digital, the marriage of Getty Images and NBA Photos, and more!

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Andy takes the show on the road to the IMPACT Institute's Miami Sports & Entertainment Conference for a panel with former NBA great & current Miami Heat Assistant Coach, Caron Butler, and Miami Heat GM Andy Elisburg! Andy hosts the panel discussion with topics such as; Andy Elisburg's decision to go to St. Thomas University in Miami, the genesis of Caron's nickname "Tuff Juice", Caron's pivot to coaching, the importance of relationships, Andy's salary cap genius, evaluating talent, connecting with young players, the Heat's 2006 championship parade, and why Kobe Bryant called Caron his favorite teammate.

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Andy chats with perhaps the most recognizable face in the sport of beach volleyball - Kerri Walsh Jennings! Andy and Kerri discuss her path as an athlete, her "lightning in a bottle" partnership with Misty May-Treanor, her transition from indoor to beach volleyball, her inspirations and mentors along the way, pioneers in the sport of beach volleyball, her first Olympic experience in Sydney, her Olympic connection to Kobe Bryant, as well as her many charitable ventures!


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On this week’s episode, Andy chats with longtime friend Wayne Lebeaux about his behind-the-scenes career in sports and music tour management. Wayne discussed his humble beginnings as a Celtics ball boy, to Equipment Manager, and eventually the team(and league's) FIRST Road Manager! After his career in sports, Wayne transitioned to tour management in the music industry. 
They reminisce about their shared history during the fierce Lakers/Celtics rivalry in the ‘80’s, importance of trust and integrity in both worlds when working with high profile individuals, and more!

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Andy chats with Journalist and Author Paul Knepper about his new book, Moses Malone: The Life of a Basketball Prophet. Andy & Paul discuss the life of one of basketball's forgotten legends; from Malone's second NBA Finals appearance in 1983 (and Andy's first NBA Finals assignment), his misconception in the media, mentoring other greats like Charles Barkely & Hakeem Olajuwan, the influence of his hero Spencer Haywood throughout his career, the impact of Lefty Driesell, his legendary work ethic, and more!

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Andy catches up with Boston Celtics long-time PR Director & Executive, Jeff Twiss, as well as the Detroit Pistons' 50-year play-by-play voice, George Blaha! FIRST, Andy talks to Jeff about his receiving the John W. Bunn Lifetime Achievement Award, the memorable Magic Johnson/Larry Bird cover shoot for Inside Sports, and working together in the Boston Garden! NEXT, Andy chats with George about his first ever game with the Pistons, the 1989 NBA Finals battle between the Pistons & Lakers (including Magic's return home to Michigan), the great Isiah Thomas, and his receiving of the Curt Gowdy Award!

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Andy & Robert discuss his being named to the NBA 50 team, Dwight Howard being inducted to the HOF, his on-court battles with Kareem Abdul-Jabbar & Bob McAdoo, the healthy/respectful rivalry with the Lakers, the hilarious genesis of his nickname "Chief", and the HOF fellowship. NEXT, Andy & Ralph discuss the comaraderie between all the Hall of Famers, Victor Wembanyama, (a brief cameo Isiah Thomas!), the 1979 High School class, Dwight Howard being inducted, the big man fraternity, and more!

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Andy hits the red carpet at the Naismith Memorial Basketball Hall of Fame! This week, Andy catches up with newly inducted NBA Referee Danny Crawford, fellow Refs Bob Delaney and Billy Kennedy, as well as NBA HOF'er Tim Hardaway!

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Andy catches up with four notables from the 2025 Naismith Memorial Basketball Hall of Fame - Enshrinee Sylvia Fowles, Gowdy Award winner Adrian "Woj" Wojnarowski, ESPN personality Malika Andrews, & Enshrinee Maya Moore! Andy chats with the inductees about the meaning of the achievement, and their respective journeys.

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Andy sits down with Miami Heat Owner & newly enshrined Naismith Memorial Basketball Hall of Famer, Micky Arison! Andy & Micky talk about the recent honor, the family business mentality he instills in the Miami Heat organization, Pat Riley's 31 years with the team, Andy working the very first Miami Heat game, as well as why he chose to be presented by Alonzo Mourning, Pat Riley & Dwyane Wade!

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This week, Andy hits the red carpet at the New York Hilton Midtown in New York City for the 40th Annual Great Sports Legends Dinner! Interviews include: Bob Beamon, Lesley Visser, Jeremy Roenick, Mario Gabelli, Michelle Wie West, Dwight Howard, Teresa Edwards, Kurt Busch, Dominique Wilkins, Warren Moon, Dr. Barth Green, Bob Costas, Gloria Estefan, & Steve Smith!

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Andy chats with Philadelphia 76ers PxP announcer, Kate Scott! Andy & Kate discuss meeting on a fundraiser roundtable event about Kobe in 2022, her Bay Area sports influences growing up central California, her path into broadcasting, being the first woman to call an NFL game for WestwoodOne Radio, her preparation process for gamedays, her passion for mental health advocacy, her involvement with the TWLOHA (To Write Love On Her Arms) Foundation, her advocacy for LGBTQ+ rights, her involvement with the Women's Sports bars in Philly - Marsha's On South Street & Watch Party PHL, and more!

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Andy takes the show on the road to the 2025 Naismith Memorial Basketball Hall of Fame Induction Ceremony to chat with TWO members of the newly inducted 2008 Redeem Team - Michael Redd & Deron Williams! FIRST, Andy chats with Michael Redd about playing against Kobe Bryant vs playing with him on the Olympic team, Coach K's first meeting with the team, and post career! NEXT, Deron Williams joins Andy to talk about his tryout for the team, the gold medal game, Coach K's unifying speech to the team, his boxing match vs Frank Gore, and a Redeem Team golf outing!

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Andy sits down with TWO legends at the 2025 Naismith Memorial Basketball Hall of Fame! FIRST, Andy chats with Legendary Rapper & Big3 Founder, Ice Cube, about The Ice Cube Impact Award - an annual Naismith Memorial Basketball Hall of Fame award honoring those who use basketball as a platform for good in their communities! NEXT, Andy chats with basketball Legend & Big3 Dallas Power Head Coach, Nancy Lieberman, about the 2025 Women's HOF Class, Maya Moore, being named Big3 Coach of the Year, the growth of the Big3, Ice Cube's impact on the world of basketball, and more!

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Andy sits down with basketball legend & 2025 Naismith Memorial Basketball Hall of Fame Inductee, Sue Bird! Andy & Sue discuss her statue unveiling ceremony outside Climate Pledge Arena, their shared history together, Andy shares some pics from her first AAU Nationals Medal, memories invoked since her HOF induction, how she's enjoying retirement & transition off the court, why paying it forward is so important to her, and more!

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Andy sits down with two filmmakers, Archie Gips & Martin Guigui, at the NBA Summer League's Summer Film Festival in Las Vegas! First, Andy sits down with filmmaker Archie Gips to discuss the genesis of his company's (Unrealistic Ideas) involvement with the film festival, his relationship with partner Mark Wahlberg, his NY Jets fandom, the Hall of Excellence, and more! NEXT, Andy chats with Director Martin Guigui about the genesis of his film "Sweetwater" about the life of Nat "Sweetwater" Clifton, how Clifton became the first black player to sign a contract, the Spencer Haywood Rule, Mike Sielski's book "Magic in the Air" about the history of the slam dunk, and the importance of preserving history & celebrating these incredible stories!

Andy takes the podcast on the road to the birthplace of basketball in Springfield, MA to sit down with the TWO-TIME 2025 Naismith Memorial Basketball Hall of Fame enshrinee, Dwight 'Superman' Howard! ​Dwight and Andy talk all about the remarkable honor of being inducted into the Naismith Hall of Fame two times - one as an individual player and one as a team member on the 2008 Olympic gold medal winning 'Redeem Team'. Dwight describes the overwhelming emotions he felt after being given news of his award, his first meeting with Coach K & the Redeem Team, the childhood memories he's reflected on since the accomplishment, the fellow NBA Centers mentioned in his speech (Ewing, Parish, Rodman, Garnett, & Shaq), aspiring to become to his favorite player Wilt Chamberlain, winning an NBA Championship with the Lakers in the Bubble in 2020, and more!

Stay tuned for more interviews with these legendary members of the Naismith Hall of Fame with brand new episodes of the Legends Of Sport podcast - dropping every Tuesday!

LOS kicks off Season 8 with NBA Summer League's Co-Founder, Albert Hall! Andy & Albert discuss the league's growth over 21 years, how he and fellow Co-Founder Warren LeGarie pitched the NBA on their Las Vegas event, their SBC (Sports Business Classroom) Internship Program, their Summer Film Festival, and what's next!

Part TWO! For our Season 7 finale, Andy chats with two more fellow bubble colleagues - ESPN Videographer Victor Smith, and 3x NBA Champion Danny Green! Andy & Victor reminisce over the intense mental & physical demands of NBA bubble life, the weirdest parts of the bubble, their respective postgame celebration experiences, Victor's LeBron James-Anthony Davis photo cameo, and the sweet moment of freedom after a rewarding & challenging experience.

NEXT, Andy chats with 2020 NBA Champion with the Los Angeles Lakers, Danny Green, about his initial reaction to the news of an NBA Bubble, being one of the first players to catch COVID-19, the mental toll of the NBA Bubble, hazmat suits, virtual fans, and odd mix of emotions after winning it all!

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In honor of the 5th anniversary of the infamous NBA Bubble in 2020, Andy chats with two fellow bubble compatriots - former NBA Senior VP, Head of Medical Operations, Dr. Leroy Sims, and former New York Times Reporter, Marc Stein! Andy & Dr. Sims discuss his role with the NBA in early 2020, the NBA's first internal discussions prior to the COVID-19 global outbreak, and how the NBA still managed to crown a champion amidst a global pandemic and a seemingly endless list of health & safety protocols.

NEXT, Andy & Marc Stein discuss their experiences as media members adapting to their respective roles in the stringent rules of NBA Bubble life, plus Marc's exclusive with Joel Embiid, his opinion on the quality of play inside the bubble, and more!

Stay tuned next week for Part 2!

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If you've ever wondered what goes on inside those broadcast tv trucks, this is the podcast for you! Andy chats with Legendary Television Sports Director, Andy Rosenberg! Andy is an innovator, always bringing the most exciting views right into our living rooms (and now phones); from the Sky Cam, the behind-the-glass Slam Cam, the Slash Cam, the Rail Cam, and many others! Andy & Andy talk about his many innovations & events covered over the years from Carl Lewis vs Ben Johnson in Seoul in 1988, the invention of the "Rail Cam" for the high jump & pole vault, the "Slash Cam", Michael Jordan's flu game, Kobe's alley-oop to Shaq against Portland in the Conference Finals, the many Championship locker room celebrations, 3D/VR testing, their colleagues at Fletcher Sports, and much more!

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Continuing with our legendary photographers series, Andy invites award-winning photojournalist, Wally Skalij! From NBA baselines to the front lines! Andy & Wally discuss his path to the LA Times where he spent over 21 years as a staff photographer, working with "The Boss" Bruce Springsteen, riding in a Russian MiG with the lead singer of The Offspring, life working in warzones, his experience working the Palisades Fire, the evolution of the photojournalism industry, his recent move to freelance, his wife & fellow award-winning photographer Christina House, the future of photojournalism, and more!

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We're back at the Watch Me! Sports Bar in Long Beach! Today, Andy sits down with Baseball Legend & National Treasure, Maybelle Blair! The now 98-year-old former All-American Girls Professional Baseball League star talks about her family's baseball background, her first experiences playing for Peoria Redwings, playing both professional women's baseball AND softball, her involvement in the "A League Of Their Own" film in 1992, her decision to come out at the age of 95, and her mission to raise funds for the IWBC (International Women's Baseball Center)! PLUS, Andy sits down with the Watch Me! Sports Bar Owner, Jax Diener, to talk about the One Year Anniversary of the bar!

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Andy takes the podcast on the road to the Watch Me! Sports Bar in Long Beach, CA! Andy chats with multi-time Pulitzer Prize winning photographers - Christina House & Lori Shepler! Andy chats with Christina & Lori about their paths into photojournalism, their favorite sporting events ever shot, motherhood, Lori's book with Pau Gasol entitled "Pau Gasol: Life/Vida", Christina's "Game Changers" portrait series for the LA Times, favorite projects, their numerous Pulitzer Prize awards, Lori's three shared staff Pulitzers, the evolution of the photography business, and more!

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Andy chats with longtime colleague & 17x Emmy winning camera operator, Patrick "Cheese" Rondou! The man responsible for some of the most breathtaking shots in sports, Patrick Rondou has been one of the premiere camera operators in the world of sports & entertainment; from 35 NBA Finals, 12 World Series, 11 Super Bowls, 15 Summer & Winter Olympics, to over 3,500 episodes of The Oprah Winfrey Show and more! Andy & Patrick reminisce over their many years together under the baskets of NBA games, his path into photography, winning his first Emmy, his most memorable moments such as the 1996 Olympic Torch Lightning Ceremony with Muhammad Ali, navigating his way around crowds & coaches, the evolution of the camera technology, Fujinon, his mentoring work & passion for teaching, directing live music performances in Chicago, the genesis of his nickname "Cheese", and much more! 


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Andy chats with U.S. Olympic Hall of Fame Swimmer, John Naber! The five-time Olympic medal winner talks accomplishing his childhood dream of becoming an Olympian, the diving board accident that lead him to a college career with USC, competing in the 1976 Olympic games at only 20 years old, his path to writing (three) books & giving motivational speeches, serving as President of the USOPA, an incredible Kobe Bryant story from the Beijing Olympics in 2008, and enthusiam for the upcoming 2028 Olympic Games in Los Angeles!

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Andy visits with NBA & international basketball Legend & current President of the Metropolitans 92, Boris Diaw! Boris talks about being selected by the Atlanta Hawks in the first round in 2003, playing for the Mike D'Antoni-led Phoenix Suns, his 3D (Drive, Dish, & Defend) approach, being one of the league's earliest Point-Forwards, joining the "international" San Antonio Spurs alongside fellow Team France teammate Tony Parker, his unique first experience with Kobe Bryant, the evolution of the French men's national team, lessons from the Finals loss to the Miami Heat that informed the Spurs' Championship run the very next year in 2014, the league's newest French star in Victor Wembanyama, and their shared love for travel & photography!

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Andy chats with the Head Coach of the WNBA's newest expansion franchise, the Golden State Valkyries--Natalie Nakase! Andy & Natalie discuss the many "firsts" of her career, her college journey, transitioning to coaching following the injury that cut her playing short, her coaching philosophy, lessons learned from coaches Bob & Casey Hill, Doc Rivers & Ty Lue, coaching under Becky Hammond, her first presser as HC of the Valkyries, her excitement for the upcoming season, support from the Golden State Warriors organization, and so much more!

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Andy is joined by the Voice of the Los Angeles Kings, Nick Nickson! Nick discusses his decision to retire after 44 years with the team (50 years in pro hockey), his path to the team, serving as the LA Dodgers in-house PA Announcer, his father's broadcast career, developing his own broadcasting style, the early years with the team, the Dave Taylor interview, winning the team's first Stanley Cup in 2012, favorite players over the years, thoughts on this year's team, being inducted into the Hockey Hall of Fame in 2015, and more!

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Andy invites author & sports columnist, Mike Sielski, to talk about his new book, Magic In The Air: The Myth, the Mystery and the Soul of the Slam Dunk! Andy & Mike discuss the genesis of the book, Mike's pursuit of the first ever dunk, the history & social evolution of the dunk, "Glandular Goons", how it relates to the NFL "Tush Push" controversy, the impact of Kareem Abdul-Jabbar & Dr. J, the role the dunk played in the NBA-ABA merger, Andy's Michael Jordan free throw line dunk story, Spud Webb, the downfall of the dunk contest, Mac McClung, Andy's solution for the Dunk Contest, and more!

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Andy catches up with St. Louis/Los Angeles Rams Legendary Running Back, Todd Gurley! Todd talks about his relationship with fellow Rams legend Eric Dickerson, the profound impact he felt meeting Kobe Bryant for the first time, Eagles RB Saquon Barkley, his high school football journey, competing in the World Youth Olympics, his path to the Georgia Bulldogs, spending his rookie year in St. Louis, the teams' subsequent move to Los Angeles, playing his final season in Atlanta in 2020, his thoughts on the Lakers' 2020 Bubble Championship, his decision to retire after only six professional seasons, his passion for live sports, Girl Dad-hood, and more!

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Andy chats with Hall of Fame sportscaster, Jim Lampley! Jim is known for his over 30 years covering boxing on HBO, hosting ABC's Wide World of Sports, as well as covering 14 Olympics games, the 1992 Dream Team, Wimbledon, the 1980 Miracle On Ice game, and so many more! Andy & Jim talk about the infamous Neil Leifer-Muhammad Ali photo, incredible life advice he received from the late George Foreman, why Sugar Ray Robinson is his all-time favorite boxer, Gillette Friday Night Fights, modeling his craft after the great Don Dunphy, the red phone moment that led to his interview with Miracle On Ice hero Mike Eruzione, his book It Happened!: A Uniquely Lucky Life In Sports Television, Mike Tyson vs Michael Spinks, George Foreman vs Evander Holyfield, why Bill Beichich came to UNC, and so much more!

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Andy takes the show on the road to the executive offices of AEG Entertainment to speak with President & CEO, Dan Beckerman! AEG is the world's leading sports and live entertainment company! Andy & Dan discuss his path to AEG, his wide spread role as President & CEO of AEG, the Top 3 favorite events he's attended, various mentors along the way, the evolution of Crypto.com Arena, the significance of LA Live for events such as Kobe Bryant's final game, the LA Kings' Stanley Cup runs in 2012 & 2014, adjustments made during the COVID-19 shutdown, and their plans for the 2028 Olympics in Los Angeles!

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In honor of the 2025 MLB Season, Andy chats with Los Angeles Dodgers legendary third baseman, Ron Cey! Andy & Ron discuss his path to the majors, playing for an organization like the Dodgers, the feeling of finally beating the New York Yankees in the 1981 World Series, the Hollywood Stars games, meeting his idol sports Bill Sharman, the Lakers/Dodgers comparisons, his relationship with Wilt Chamberlain, being the first player to go to arbitration against the Dodgers - and winning, his thoughts on today's "load management", facing the greats like Bob Gibson, being inducted by the Legends of Dodgers Baseball, and more incredible stories from one of baseball's all time greats!

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Andy sits down with Earvin "Magic" Johnson to celebrate Pat Riley's 80th Birthday! Andy & Magic sit down in Magic's office and go down memory lane with the help of Andy's photos. Magic & Andy discuss Pat Riley's command of the huddle, battles with the Celtics, why the 1987 Championship team was the best team he played on, Pat guaranteeing the '88 title during the '87 championship parade, the Showtime Reunion in Maui, Michael Cooper's Hall of Fame induction, first impressions of a young Kobe Bryant, how he's elevated women's sports, the success of his Washington Commanders, and so much more! Happy Birthday Pat Riley!

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Andy sits down with Lakers & Kings legend, Vlade Divac! Vlade chats with Andy about playing with Michael Cooper, playing for Jerry West, & playing in front of Jack Nicholson! Vlade also talks about paving the way for European players, how Jerry West helped him through the Kobe Bryant deal that sent him away from the Lakers, and a memorable half court shot!

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Andy chats with Seattle Supersonics legend, Xavier "X-Man" McDaniel! "X-Man" was selected 4th overall in the 1985 NBA Draft by the Seattle Supersonics, and went on to play for 13 seasons in the NBA. Andy & Xavier discuss the evolution of the game since the 80's-90's era, issues with the heavy three-point approach, his favorite teammates throughout his career, playing for Pat Riley, a potential Seattle Supersonic return, and his favorite current players to watch!

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Andy sits down with Atlanta Hawks Power Forward, Larry Nance Jr.! Andy & Larry discuss their long history on the court together, he & his father's Dunk Contest connection, being a rookie on the Lakers during Kobe's farewell tour, memories from Kobe's final game, growing up with Crohn's Disease, his path to the University of Wyoming, managing the transient life of an athlete, being a girl dad, the rise of the WNBA & the influential women in his life, Karl Malone's "Pretty Boy Dunk", the incredible work done at his foundation "Athletes vs. Crohn's & Colitis", and much more!

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Andy chats with former Kansas City Chiefs Hall of Fame Kicker, Nick Lowery! Nick played 14 seasons for the Chiefs, and finished his career as the most accurate kicker in football!  First Andy & Nick give their reactions to the Chiefs Super Bowl loss to the Eagles. Next, Nick discusses his athletic & academic background, his father's career in the CIA, working in government at a young age, his desire to live a life of service, his incredibly inspirational charitable ventures, and spreading the message of giving back! Learn more at nicklowery.com & on IG @nicklowery88
  
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Andy sits down with Dr. William Parham, Director of Mental Health & Wellness Program for the NBA Players Association, and Professor at Loyola Marymount University! Andy & Dr. Parham discuss his role at the NBA, Jerry West's own struggle with mental wealth, how NBA players today are dealing with trauma, his mantra "Mental Health is Mental Wealth", how those like Spencer Haywood have paved the way for players today, and his unique approach to helping people live their best lives!

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Andy catches up with Los Angeles Clippers/Seattle Supersonics Legend and current Oklahoma City Thunder TV analyst, Michael Cage! The Clippers' first round pick in 1984 and prolific rebounder talks with Andy about some of the lost years of Clippers history, the many Clipper greats (Bill Walton, Harvey Catchings, Norm Nixon), his transition from scorer to rebounder, the evolution of the game over his 21 year career in broadcasting, his analysis of Chet Holmgren & Victor Wembanyama, his transition from player to broadcaster, and more!

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Andy sits down with former NBA Referee & current Senior VP of Referee Deveolpment & Training, Monty McCutchen! Andy & Monty share stories from their years on the court together, discuss his transition off the court and into his current role curating the next generation of NBA/WNBA Referees, Phil Jackson's ongoing battle with strobe lights, his path into refereeing, how he developed his own unique style, and his passion for photography!

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Andy chats with 2015 Naismith Memorial Basketball Hall of Fame Enshrinee, Spencer Haywood! The two HOF'ers discuss his initial impressions of Michael Cooper when joining the Lakers, playing with "Pistol" Pete Maravich, being the youngest American basketball player in Olympic history, how Jerry West helped him during his court battle against the NBA's "four-year rule", his experience joining the Lakers in '79, how his battle with addiction affected his life & playing career, being sent to the Italian leagues, his decision to retire early, reconnecting with his former Showtime Lakers teammates in Hawaii, and much more! 

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This week, we're celebrating the jersey retirement of Lakers Legend, Michael Cooper, with a supercut of some of our favorite Lakers Legends interviews from our time at the 2024 Naismith Basketball Hall of Fame: AC Green, Byron Scott, Jamaal Wilkes, Gary Vitti, and James Worthy! Together, Andy and guests talk about their experiences with Michael Cooper, their excitement for his huge year being honored by the Hall of Fame and the Lakers, and share stories about their shared histories. 

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We're back with a truly legendary start to 2025 as Andy sits down with Academy Award and Emmy winning director and writer, Basketball SuperFan Spike Lee! As a life-long New York Knicks fan, Spike Lee has been officially inducted into the James F. Goldstein SuperFan Gallery at the 2024 Naismith Memorial Basketball Hall of Fame, alongside Jack Nicholson, Billy Crystal, & Alan Horwitz! Spike reacts to being honored among an impressive list of inductees, and he and Andy also discuss growing up in Brooklyn, Spike's relationship with the late Kobe Bryant, his new project with Denzel Washington, and his photos being included in New York Knicks photographer Nat Butler's new book: Courtside: 40 Years of NBA Photography. 

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Andy chats with NBA Shooting Coach, Lethal Shooter, aka Chris Matthews! Lethal talks about being honored by the Naismith Memorial Basketball Hall of Fame for his impact on the game, his path to becoming the league's top shooting coach, his role as Director of Nike Academy, & the key principles of his next level coaching philosophy!

Andy is back with more from the 2024 Naismith Memorial Basketball Hall of Fame Enshrinement Ceremony! This time, Andy sits down with two of the greatest to ever play the game - Lisa Leslie & Tina Thompson! FIRST, Lisa talks about being a presenter for Michael Cooper's induction, having Coop as a coach, her path as a pro before the WNBA, playing pickup games with Magic Johnson, the early days of the WNBA, the growth of the WNBA, and memories of the late Jerry West! NEXT, Andy chats with Tina about being a presenter for Chauncy Billups, how they're paths crossed over the years, the resurgence of USC Basketball, the Houston Comet's dynasty years, and more!

Andy chats with one of this year's Naismith Memorial Basketball Hall Of Fame James F. Goldstein Superfan Award winners, actor/comedian Billy Crystal! Billy talks about what the honor means to him, he reminisces over Larry Brown and his first high school basketball game experience, the journey of his NBA fandom from New York Knicks to the Los Angeles Lakers and finally Los Angeles Clippers, and he shares some of his fondest memories from his many years sitting courtside!

Andy takes the podcast to the 2024 Naismith Memorial Basketball Hall Of Fame Enshrinement weekend to chat with a few of this year's Curt Gowdy Media Award winners - Journalist J.A. Adande, SLAM Magazine Founder Dennis Page, and "NBA Inside Stuff"'s Don Sperling! As a Curt Gowdy Award Winner himself, Andy sits down with the guys to get their immediate reactions to earning the award, as well as trade stories from their careers & lives around the court!

Andy is back with more from the 2024 Naismith Memorial Basketball Hall Of Fame! This week, Andy sits down with the Legendary Pat Riley! The two discuss Michael Cooper & Jerry West's enshrinements, Jack Nicholson's induction as a Super Fan, Pat's early days as a Lakers player, the Showtime Lakers reunion in Maui, the leadership of Kareem Abdul-Jabbar, and being honored this season by the Miami Heat for over 30 years in the organization! PLUS, a special announcement!

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!

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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!

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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! 

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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.