In Depth With Graham Bensinger

This week on the In Depth with Graham Bensinger podcast we hit the pavement with seven-time NASCAR Cup Series champion Jimmie Johnson. The legendary racer who made his debut in IndyCar last year discusses growing up in the hub of motocross, his exit from NASCAR and crashes he thought could have been the end. Johnson also details his awkward proposal alongside wife and SOCO Art Gallery founder, Cha...

In this week’s fan-favorite podcast, former wrestler and Governor of Minnesota, Jesse Ventura lives off the grid in Mexico for six months of the year and takes measures to avoid drones.

In this week’s motivational podcast, businessman Howard Schultz reflects on the highs and lows of his time as CEO of Starbucks. He shares the experience of helping the company through the 2008 recession and COVID-19 pandemic and how he kept himself motivated during hard times.

Graham sits down with legendary golfer Greg Norman, who discusses picking up golf out of boredom, going against his father’s wishes by turning pro and playing a round with his best friend, former President Bill Clinton. In this 2015 interview, the two-time major championship winner also reveals how he has put a positive spin on his 1996 Masters collapse, explains how he built his business empire a...

In this week’s fan-favorite podcast, NBA hall of famer, Shaquille O’Neal on “chilling out” during practice and how Phil Jackson helped him win the MVP award.

In this week’s motivational podcast, Hollywood director and actor Ron Howard remembers quitting his eighth-season tenure as Richie Cunningham on Happy Days to pursue his dream as a filmmaker.

Graham sits down with Rob Dyrdek at the Fantasy Factory in L.A. to discuss his early pro skating career and the many entrepreneurial successes that followed, including Street League Skateboarding, shoe design and multiple TV shows on MTV. In this 2014 interview, Dyrdek also addresses getting hypnotized for success and his fallout with the late Chris “Big Black” Boykin.

In this week’s fan-favorite podcast, comedian Jerry Seinfeld opens up about his feelings of depression and darkening moods, elaborating on how this tendency comes with a creative mind. He also shares the impact of his kids, calling them the greatest show on Earth and how much fun they are to watch, and discusses his parenting style.

In this week’s motivational podcast, NBA legend Dirk Nowitzki walks us through some of the highest highs and lowest lows throughout his Hall of Fame-worthy career. Dirk remembers the pain of the Mavs’ surprising loss to the Miami Heat in the 2006 NBA Finals and the firehose of emotions as his team finally won it all in 2011.

Graham, producer Brett Coppenbarger and Brian Mueller share behind-the-scenes stories from our interview with actor/comedian Jerry Seinfeld.

Graham sits down with comedy legend Jerry Seinfeld in New York City. Seinfeld takes us back to his comedy roots growing up on Long Island, including early influences in his standup career. He remembers the “terror” of going on The Tonight Show, and the secrets to the success of “Seinfeld”. The father of three opens up about family life, explaining how not being equipped for marriage made him want...

In this week’s fan-favorite podcast, former NBA star Blake Griffin reflects on fatherhood, the love for his two kids and the freedom he feels when setting worldly concerns aside to spend time as a family. The six-time NBA All-Star also offers his thoughts on marriage and career pursuits after the NBA.

In this week’s motivational podcast, the legendary NFL wide receiver Jerry Rice explains why the fear of failure propelled his success and the difficulty of his first year in the NFL.

Graham talks with retired, two-time Pro Bowl quarterback, Vince Young, who talks about his fallout with Coach Jeff Fisher and the Tennessee Titans, rebounding from bankruptcy and the passing of friend and father figure, Steve McNair. The 2019 College Football Hall of Fame inductee also looks back on his Rose Bowl championship with the University of Texas and as an owner of an Austin steakhouse.

In this week’s fan-favorite podcast, Los Angeles Lakers owner Jeanie Buss discusses her relationship with Hall of Famer Magic Johnson. She talks about the mentor-mentee dynamic between Magic and her father, Jerry Buss, her experience working with Magic on the Lakers ownership group, and her reaction to the unexpected news of his resignation.

In this week’s motivational podcast, financier Charles Schwab recalls how he struggled in school because of his undiagnosed dyslexia. His son’s diagnosis with similar symptoms helped Schwab realize he, too, had a learning disability, which he struggles with to this day.

As part of the Cheryl Hines episode, Graham had the opportunity to speak to the actor and her husband Robert F. Kennedy Jr. before a political fundraiser in Los Angeles. Graham spoke with the presidential candidate and Hines about the early days of their relationship and tough moments in the marriage. They also share interesting animal stories and a conversation with Fidel Castro. 

Graham, executive producer Brad Galbreath and producer Brian Mueller share behind-the-scenes stories from our interview with actor/comedian Cheryl Hines.

Graham spends a couple days in Los Angeles with actor Cheryl Hines. Best known for playing Larry Davd’s wife in “Curb Your Enthusiasm”, Hines reflects on the life-changing phone call from David telling her she got the role, to the emotional moment after shooting the final episode. The Florida native also remembers emotional moments with her family as she made the move from Tallahassee to Hollywood...

In this week’s motivational podcast, legendary tennis player Billie Jean King discusses the origins of Mylan World TeamTennis (WTT), the benefits of men and women competing together, and why WTT is more fan-friendly than other professional tennis matches.

In this week’s motivational podcast, we look back on a clip from our 2017 interview with former Formula 1 driver, Niki Lauda describes the horrific, unforgettable scene as he examined the site of the 1991 Lauda Air crash in Thailand, which took the lives of 213 passengers and 10 crew members. Lauda details his work with Boeing to help find closure for families of the victims and why it took eight...

In this week’s motivational podcast, ballet dancer Misty Copeland explains how her upward trajectory in the ballet community was met with resistance from its predominantly white industry professionals. She says the resistance spiked her anxiety and led to her seeking therapy from a sports psychologist.

Graham talks with the only coach to win a championship at both the NBA and NCAA level, Larry Brown.  In this 2014 interview, the well-traveled hall of famer discusses getting fired by Michael Jordan, maximizing player talent and turbulent relationships with NBA great Allen Iverson.

In this week’s fan-favorite podcast, Michigan State head coach Tom Izzo explains the sentimental value behind what he recalls as the worst loss to date during his illustrious tenure at MSU. The coach goes on to praise Mateen Cleeves as the “Magic Johnson” of the Spartans’ national championship team in 2000 and discusses the emotional toll of continually pursuing a second title.

In this week’s motivational podcast, comedian Nikki Glaser candidly shares how a tragic death in her senior year in high school was the start of years of various eating disorders, including anorexia and bulimia. Glaser recalls losing nearly 60 lbs. in four months plus, the Netflix and Comedy Central star talks of her steps towards recovery and a commitment to eat three meals daily.