Legends Of Sport With Andrew D. Bernstein

Andy chats with former WNBA star & current VP of Player Development & Organizational Growth for the Boston Celtics - Allison Feaster! Andy & Allison discuss her current role with the Celtics, the 2021 season, her transition from player to front office, being a pioneer as a woman in men's sports, and so much more! Allison describes her on-court career path from being a 3x Ivy League Player of The Year at Harvard to dominating the European league & WNBA, her passion for women empowerment, & memories of Kobe Bryant. Plus, special guest MIMI asks Allison a question!

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, his storybook final game, and the true meaning behind "The Mamba Mentality" from the Mamba himself. We Love You Kobe.

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 this past season, and gives his thoughts on the pause in sports. Hear about Andy's experiences working with Kobe on their book "The Mamba Mentality: How I Play", Gotham's experience working on "Decoding Deepak" about his father, and so much more!

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 9, the Men's Superstars & Women Superstars, pickup games with Tommy Lasorda, golfing with husband Don Drysdale, trail blazers, resiliency, and memories of Kobe Bryant.

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 the pandemic into context, playing under the microscope of major 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, and how he's "switched teams & put on a new uniform"!

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 Night's Magic", favorite teams he's played for, his love & hopes for a Seattle SuperSonics return, and the Black Lives Matter movement. Andy & Jamal also share their favorite NBA photos, as well as Andy's favorite players to shoot & favorite photos. If you love MJ & Kobe, you won't want to miss this episode!

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 McGrady, Dikembe Mutumbo, and more! Andy & Paul also discuss Jack McKinney's accident, the tragic death of Hank Gathers at LMU, Spencer Haywood's wild admission, and winning a WNBA Championship with the Phoenix Mercury 27 years after his title with the Lakers.

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 old, his two favorite Cups and how he says one of them changed the game! Andy & Yvan also discuss the style of play in today's NHL, his suggestion for enhancing the game, and his work as Ambassador for the Canadiens!

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 & Penny also discuss her new "Bullying Buddy" app to help children who are experiencing bullying, and memories of the late Kobe Bryant.

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 discuss his top 3 most memorable moments during his tenure, Magic Johnson's HIV diagnosis, and his decision to let Magic play in the iconic 1992 NBA All-Star Game. Andy & David also share some of their favorite memories together throughout the years.

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 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, and so many more! 

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 and Andy's time together with the 1992 Dream Team, and what he's doing today! Andy & Jeff go behind the creative process, the work that goes into every jacket, The Jeff Hamilton Studios Street Art Fair, Kobe Bryant murals and Jeff shares a Kobe story.

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 victims, his conversations with other athlete's about their opinions & passion for social justice, and much more. Plus, the guys also discuss the success of the NBA Bubble and the lessons other leagues could learn from, as well as a great personal story about the late Kobe Bryant.Be sure to check out Etan's book "We Matter", his work at BasketballNews.com & his podcast The Rematch!

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 how it relates to what he learned during his acquisition of the team. Plus, Andy & Steve discuss the plans for the Clippers new arena! #LOS100

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 protocols, to hotel room workouts, alligator encounters & wild turkey chases, and the future for the Lakers & Clippers!

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 being a mom and a pro athlete! Andy & Candace also discuss the new CBA and how it will affect the new generation of players, her career in the media, her post-career evolution, how she wants to be remembered, and much more!

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, Andy & Marc discuss Dwight Howard, Tyler Herro, AD & Lebron as a duo, where LeBron's legacy fits in history, as well as MANY great stories and memories of the great Kobe Bryant.

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!), Magic & Larry's contributions to the game, and then vs now! Michael also talks about his coaching career in the NBA, WNBA & G League, Kobe Bryant & his contributions to the women's game, memories of young Kobe, and so much more!

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 with players and coaches, how storytelling has changed due to Social Media, and much more! Andy & Jack reminisce over memories from their time covering the Dream Team, his experience as an "Assistant Coach" for the Phoenix Suns, legendary playoff battles, the importance of the Lakers/Celtics rivalry, and memories of Kobe Bryant.

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 Jordan, the Black Lives Matter movement, the importance of joy, as well as his memories of playing and coaching against Kobe Bryant.