Legends Of Sport

In honor of the late Kobe Bryant, 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,...

Andy chats with author, filmmaker & entrepreneur Gotham Chopra! Andy & Gotham discuss the genesis of his sports documentaries "Muse" about Kobe Bryant, "Shut Up & Dribble" with LeBron James, the spiritual aspects of sports, being a Boston sports fan, athlete activism, Religion Of Sports, the theme of Greatness, and more! Gotham describes his relationship with Kobe Braynt, working with Tom Brady th...

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),...

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 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...

Andy chats with 20-year NBA veteran and all-around class act - Jamal Crawford! Andy & Jamal discuss his early life growing up between Seattle & LA, working out with Michael Jordan after being drafted, playing against MJ & Kobe and the relationships that followed, Lob City, athlete activism, and more! Hear Jamal share what he learned from MJ & Kobe, favorite memories of his two heroes, "A Midsummer...

Andy chats with legendary NBA & College basketball coach - Paul Westhead! Andy & Paul discuss the motivation for his book "The Speed Game," the genesis of his Speed Game system, coaching the Lakers to a Championship in 1980, his time coaching at LMU, successfully taking his system overseas to Japan, and more! Hear Paul describe coaching the greats from Kareem Abdul-Jabbar, Magic Johnson, Tracy McG...

Andy chats with NHL Hall Of Fame Montreal Canadiens Right Winger - Yvan Cournoyer! Yvan discusses his career with the Canadiens, playing against Andy's beloved Rangers, winning TEN Stanley Cups, his nickname "The Roadrunner", the league expansion, playing for Team Canada in 1972 vs the Soviet Union, Wayne Gretzky, and more! Hear Yvan talk about his first game in Detroit vs Gordie Howe at 19 years...

Andy chats with WNBA Legend Penny Toler. Andy & Penny discuss her ten-year career in the European leagues, how she got her start in the WNBA, the incredible story of her transition from player to GM for the Sparks, and the genesis of her new app! Hear Penny talk about adjusting to life abroad, the story of scoring the first points in WNBA history, her work on the new 2020 WNBA CBA, and more! Andy...

In honor of the late David Stern, we revisit Andy's chat with the former NBA Commissioner from Season 2 - Original Air Date, April 2nd, 2019. Andy sits down with David Stern - in his office! David shares his path from law school to the NBA's 24th employee, his role in the ABA expansion, starting the WNBA, the NBA's presence in China, Yao Ming, and his thoughts on the league today. Hear David discu...

Andy chats with 12-time Emmy winning 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 Chuck Daly, the influence of his father, and memories of Kobe Bryant. Hear the backstories of Jim's big...

Andy chats with legendary fashion designer & co-founder of Guess Jeans For Men - Jeff Hamilton, aka "The Emperor of the Leather Jacket!" Jeff discusses his incredible path into the heights of the fashion world - from his journey from Morocco to LA, co-founding Guess Jeans, how his iconic leather NBA Championship jackets got started, his contribution to the intersection of culture and sports, he an...

Andy chats with former NBA player, writer & fellow podcaster - Etan Thomas about athletes & activism! Andy & Etan discuss the roots of athletes as activists, his own beginning in activism, the onset of the social media era, and his book "We Matter: Athlete's & Activism". The two discuss the issues of police brutality in minority communities, what he learned from interviewing the families of victim...

Legends Of Sport celebrates 100th Episode!!! Andy chats with Los Angeles Clippers Owner Steve Ballmer! Andy & Steve talk about his larger than life enthusiasm for sports & business, sports fandom growing up, working with Jerry West, the philanthropic focus of the Ballmer Group, and his vision for the future of the LA Clippers! Steve gives his perspective on racial issues and social injustice, and...

Andy chats with Brad Turner & Dan Woike of the LA Times about their time covering the unique 2020 NBA Bubble in Orlando, Florida! Andy, Brad & Dan each share their personal experiences, professional adjustments, player & personnel experiences, unique memories, the pause for social justice, LeBron's greatness as a Laker, and next season! Hear stories from the campus, inside the arena & official pro...

Andy chats with LA Sparks legend Candace Parker! Andy & Candace talk about her early influences and mentors, how Kobe Bryant influenced her and her career, her time with coach Pat Summit at the University of Tennessee, and more! Candace also talks about the playoffs and her time in the bubble, having discussions with her daughter about social justice issues, her Ron Harper fandom, how she balances...

Andy chats with Senior NBA Writer at The Undefeated - Marc Spears! From the bubble!! Andy & Marc talk about covering the NBA bubble, the asterisk argument, the development of players and social issues, the numerous NBA storylines throughout the playoffs, LeBron's legacy & more! How does the social justice fight continue post-bubble? What will next season look like? And when will it start!? Plus, A...

Andy chats with Laker Legend Michael Cooper! Andy & Michael talk about the action in the bubble, the success of the Showtime Lakers, his battles with Larry Bird, the WNBA, and his coaching career! Andy & Coop dive deep on the Showtime Laker Era! From the Lakers-Celtics rivalry, the 1980 finals, the team's turnaround in '85, his relationships with Pat Riley, Magic & Kareem, Chick-sims(Coop-a-loop!)...

Andy invites author, Sports Illustrated alum, and fellow Naismith Memorial Basketball Hall of Famer - Jack McCallum! Andy & Jack discuss the action in the bubble, memories from the 1992 Dream Team, being a media member during the NBA's rise in popularity through the 80's & 90's, and how reporting on sports has changed over the years! Hear Jack discuss how he managed interpersonal relationships wit...

Andy invites Golden State Warriors Head Coach Steve Kerr! Andy & Steve discuss his unique coaching tree, how he managed his transition from Player to Coach, the rise in Mental Health Awareness in sports, and how he became a life-long Dodgers fan! Steve also gives us an injury update on Klay Thompson, and the team's minicamp plans! Hear Steve's thoughts on The Last Dance documentary about Michael J...

Andy chats with 14-year NBA star & Clippers legend - Corey Maggette! Andy & Corey discuss his one-and-done decision after a year at Duke, his eight-year stint with the LA Clippers, his many battles & memories of Kobe Bryant, & his broadcasting career! Corey tells us a few great memories from his relationship with Kobe Bryant - from his competitiveness on the court to Great White Sharks & Mamba Cap...

Andy chats with 13-year NBA star Baron Davis! Baron discusses growing up in South Central L.A., his recruiting process coming 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...

Andy chats with NBA Champion and all around class act - 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, memories of Kobe Bryant, and his daughter Gia & her fight with diabetes. Hear Caron tell intimate stories from his relationship with the late Kobe Bryant, how thei...

Andy chats with Pro Basketball Hall of Famer - Ralph Sampson! In the spirit of the playoffs returning, Andy & Ralph take a trip down memory lane - brace yourselves Lakers fans - as they relive the dramatic conclusion of the 1986 Western Conference Finals. Hear Ralph also describe his journey to the NBA; from being perhaps the most highly recruited basketball player of his generation, his decision...

Andy chats with the legendary 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; from personal battles with depression, lessons he learned about racial injustice during his playing career in the six...

Andy Bernstein invites 3x NBA Champ & current Executive VP and Managing Executive of Basketball at Wasserman - BJ Armstrong! Andy & BJ discuss his journey to becoming a sports agent post playing career, how the pandemic & bubble has changed his day-to-day operations, The Last Dance documentary, the responsibility of speaking up for social justice, and more! BJ updates us on a few of his clients in...