Legends Of Sport With Andrew D. Bernstein

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!