Best Graham Bensinger Podcasts (2025)

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Bob Costas: Finding Strength Through Family Struggles | Forward Progress 7:21

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Sports broadcasting icon Bob Costas remembers his upbringing, including anecdotes from his father’s gambling addiction. Costas talks of his dad passing away at an early age due to a heart attack and unexpectedly receiving an envelope containing $6,000 in cash at the funeral. He ponders what life would be like if his dad were alive to witness his ca…

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Howie Mandel: Comedian & TV host 2:01:09

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Howie Mandel - a standup comedian turned actor, Deal or No Deal host, America's Got Talent judge and podcast star - joined Graham Bensinger to talk about his life in the spotlight. Mandel looks back on his rise to fame, his ongoing battle with OCD and depression, and the emotions of coping with his grandson’s cancer diagnosis. Now, with so much suc…

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Dak Prescott: Mom masked our struggles | Trending Now 5:28

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Growing up, Dak Prescott didn’t have much. From trailer park-living to nights in a motel because they couldn’t pay the electric bill, the Dallas Cowboys quarterback spent his childhood in poverty. But he says his mother worked hard to keep that struggle from her sons and he wouldn’t change that for anything. The trials he faced created a man who wa…

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Jeanie Buss: Rising in a Male Driven Industry | Forward Progress 6:27

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Recognized as one of the most powerful women in the NBA, Jeanie Buss shares times she has encountered sexism in the workplace. Jeanie recalls facing condescension and bullying during a business negotiation, as well as sexual harassment at a conference. She attributes her resilience and strength to the empowerment she received from her father and th…

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Kevin Plank: CEO of Under Armour 2:04:57

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Graham Bensinger travels to Baltimore to meet with Kevin Plank, the former collegiate football player and founder of the multi-billion dollar sportswear company Under Armour. They discuss the tragic loss of Plank’s father at 19, address challenges surrounding the company, and explore his ongoing efforts to make a positive impact in the city of Balt…

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Eric Stonestreet: Meeting my wife Lindsay | Trending Now 8:29

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Modern Family star Eric Stonestreet shares how he and fiancée Lindsay first met through social media and how his work with his charity "Big Slick" strengthened their bond. They discuss knowing they’d found "their person" during the pandemic and how Eric’s playful nature complements Lindsay’s grounded personality. The couple plans to host a combined…

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Killer Mike: On His Weight Loss Journey | Forward Progress 7:16

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Killer Mike addresses his lifestyle changes that resulted in him losing more than 100 pounds. He stresses the importance of his ‘power hour’ - the first hour of the day when he meditates, exercises and prioritizes his well being. Saying he started to see too many of his friends die, he realized his need to get his diet under control to be around fo…

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T.J. Watt: Steelers defensive superstar 1:19:40

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Graham Bensinger travels to Pewaukee, Wisconsin, to spend a day with NFL star T.J. Watt. The perennial all-pro reflects on his unorthodox childhood, growing up in the shadow of his brothers J.J. and Derek. Watt gets candid about his feelings of abandonment and resentment during high school, his battles with injuries and the mindset that later fuele…

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Steve Young: Wouldn’t cash 49ers checks, out of spite | Trending Now 6:50

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Football legend Steve Young looks back on his time in the USFL and on the 49ers. He details his $40 million deal with the USFL’s LA Express and joining the San Francisco 49ers as a backup quarterback to Joe Montana. He also remembers the “interesting” way he handled his checks in his early 49ers days.…

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Matthew McConaughey: Conscious Parenting | Forward Progress 5:33

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Actor and author Matthew McConaughey shares premarital conversations between him and his now-wife Camila Alves McConaughey, including how they want to approach their partnership differently than their parents. Later, he offers up a few of the motivational mantras both he and Camila work to instill in their children, including how they don’t subscri…

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Calvin Johnson: NFL Legend 1:18:08

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Legendary Detroit Lions wide receiver Calvin Johnson invites Graham Bensinger to his home in Detroit, where he discusses their previous rift with the Lions’ ownership, a budding cannabis business and family life raising three boys. The first-ballot hall of famer also opens up about his decision to retire earlier than many expected.…

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Eric Stonestreet: Taylor Swift and Travis Kelce are a perfect match | Trending Now 9:40

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Two-time Emmy award-winning actor Eric Stonestret, a passionate fan of both the Kansas City Royals and Chiefs, reveals how a single phone call turned him into part owner of the Royals and how he will never miss a home game at Arrowhead Stadium. He fondly remembers getting season tickets with his dad and the enjoyment he found playing the “Randy Ree…

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Dirk Nowitzki: Broadening Horizons to Improve On Court | Forward Progress 7:15

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14-time NBA All-Star Dirk Nowitzki is surprised when asked to dip way back into childhood stories, including a propensity for chewing gum and an initial distaste for the sport that made him famous on a global level. Plus, Dirk talks fondly of his long-time mentor Holger Geschwindner, including how Holger would broaden his horizons with introduction…

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Emmitt Smith: Pro Football Hall of Famer 55:03

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Graham sits down with Emmitt Smith to discuss moments from his NFL career, including the Cowboys’ infamous reputation, the Sports Illustrated cover jinx, and his first meeting with his football idol. The iconic running back also addresses his life in business, and gives his opinion as to why the NFL settlement with former players isn’t enough.…

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Sir Richard Branson: My most notable failure | Trending Now 4:48

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Sir Richard Branson shares his most notable failure: an aggressive misstep in Times Square that placed Virgin Cola in the crosshairs of Coca-Cola and led to the swift retail disappearance of Virgin Cola. Branson also tells of his optimistic approach to life and especially business opportunities.

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Maya Gabeira: Fighting for a world record | Forward Progress 8:28

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Brazilian big-wave surfer Maya Gabeira looks back on her first world record-qualifying surf in 2018 that was initially snubbed by the World Surf League, until Gabeira took it upon herself to rally public support. After a petition to acknowledge her world record feat was signed by more than 20,000 people, she was eventually granted the Guinness Worl…

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Sir Richard Branson: British Entrepreneur and Virgin Group Founder 1:15:09

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Richard Branson invites Graham to the Bahamas as Sir Richard hosts his annual Necker Cup Tennis Pro-Am. Branson shares some of his most impactful stories, including death-defying hot air balloon expeditions, excessive Formula 1 celebrations and overcoming hardships as he ventured into new industries, including commercial space travel.…

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Charles Barkley: I’m not a role model | Trending Now 2:44

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NBA Hall of Famer, Charles Barkley, on why his Nike role model commercial means so much to him. Interview was taped in 2014.

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Kyle Busch: Questioning racing future after injury | Forward Progress 5:55

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Kyle’s Busch’s remarkable 2015 comeback is an inspiring story of resilience and a determination to bounce back from disaster. As told here by Kyle Busch, a February 2015 crash left Kyle with a double compound fracture in his right leg and a broken left foot… and fears that he’d never race again. To the contrary, Kyle’s intense recovery had him (pai…

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Kelly Slater: Surfing Icon 1:15:11

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Graham spends the day with the most decorated professional surfer ever, 11-time world champion, Kelly Slater. Slater - both the youngest and oldest surfer to win world titles - opens up about bringing surfing to the Summer Olympics, coping with his father’s battle with alcoholism and a recent near-death experience during a surfing accident. The epi…

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Alex Honnold: Visualizing falling to my death | Trending Now 4:53

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Alex Honnold on how he prepares for a climb by visualizing himself in all aspects of the climb, even death.

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Dolph Lundgren: Close to self-destruction before therapy | Forward Progress 6:49

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Swedish actor, filmmaker and martial artist Dolph Lundgren recalls the impact of years of therapy sessions, which he started in 2012. Dolph looks inward as he shares how therapy taught him to be honest with himself and examine the darkest areas in his past. He continues by remembering the lowest point in his life - prior to therapy - when he was a …

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Kelsey Grammer: Emmy Winning Actor 1:26:02

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Award-winning actor Kelsey Grammer, best known for his roles in Cheers and Frasier, tells Graham about the reboot of his popular character. Grammer talks family, the importance of his on-screen father-figure, coping with the murder and loss of his real-life father and sister, and his four marriages, including the abuse he suffered before finding ha…

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Nikki Glaser: Candid thoughts on non-monogamy | Trending Now 6:21

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Comedian Nikki Glaser walks us through the ebbs and flows of her long-term relationship with boyfriend Chris Convy, including their first meeting, Nikki’s request for Chris to entertain experiences with other women and her admission that she’s found “the one.” Plus, we hear from Nikki’s father EJ, who says that it’s about time Nikki and Chris “sh*t…

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Josh Duhamel: Forgetting James Caan was in The Godfather | Forward Progress 3:01

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Josh Duhamel reminisces on his relationship with legendary actor James Caan and the embarrassing moment when he forgot James starred in the iconic film, The Godfather.

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Beyond the Illusion: The Real David Blaine 1:35:32

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World renown magician and endurance artist, David Blaine, explains the life-changing circumstances that led to his reputation today as a world-renowned illusionist, and opens up about fatherhood and how parenting has altered his professional processes. Plus, the notoriously private performer reveals in this 2022 interview what it’s like to date a m…

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Jay Leno: Memorable celebrity encounters | Trending Now 5:15

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Former Tonight Show host Jay Leno relives unforgettable encounters with Hollywood legends such as Orson Welles, Elizabeth Taylor, and Marlon Brando.

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Adam Devine: Believing In Himself and Moving to LA | Forward Progress 6:15

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Workaholics star Adam Devine details moving to California to pursue comedy, passing on UCLA, and enrolling in Orange Coast Community College after being inspired by the film “Orange County.” Devine reflects on watching standup as a child and explains why the comedians “who weren’t that great” inspired him the most.…

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Jon Hamm: Overcoming Loss to Become Hollywood’s Leading Man 1:16:35

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Graham spends the day with Emmy award-winning actor Jon Hamm in Los Angeles to discuss his late-blooming acting career and childhood trials coping with death. The Mad Men star looks back on his transition from varsity athlete to theater lead, a bout with depression, the end of his most iconic acting role and more. We also hear from a mentor and a c…

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John McEnroe: When everything fell apart | Trending Now 5:30

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Tennis great John McEnroe reflects on his pro tennis career, including maximizing his potential for success, the questions that arise from taking time off and hard times as the ending of his pro career coincided with a failing marriage.

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Niki Lauda: Returning From Fiery Crash | Forward Progress 6:39

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In this week’s motivational podcast, Niki Lauda shares some of the hurdles he overcame to return to Formula 1 racing just 40 days after his fiery crash at Nurburgring, including the immense pressure from the public and regaining the confidence to get back in his Ferrari.

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Joe Thomas: Pro Football Hall of Famer 1:33:52

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Ten-time Pro Bowl left tackle, Joe Thomas invites Graham to his Cleveland home for an In Depth conversation. The Hall of Famer reflects on why he chose to fish with his dad instead of attending the NFL Draft, how he’s already experiencing short-term memory loss and the moment a second-string tackle nearly ended Joe’s offensive snap streak.…

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Jerry Seinfeld: On stoicism and three keys to a successful life | Trending Now 8:37

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Comedian Jerry Seinfeld speaks on his constant drive and the difficulties of not performing for two years during Covid. He also shares his exercise routine and his love for transcendental meditation, stating the three keys to a successful life are transcendental meditation, lifting weights, and espresso.…

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Steve Young: Overcoming Doubt and Anxiety | Forward Progress 9:23

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In this week’s motivational podcast, Hall of Fame quarterback Steve Young opens up about his struggles with separation anxiety from childhood through his college years. The 49ers icon also reflects on the immense pressure he felt as he took on the challenge of stepping into Joe Montana’s legendary shoes.…

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Steve Aoki: Overcoming Racism To Top the Charts 1:48:54

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Graham gets an all-access pass to one of the world’s most prominent and financially successful DJs, Steve Aoki. While talking at his epic Las Vegas home in July 2021, Aoki opens up about the sacrifices that come with his professional successes and how his father’s death led to a pursuit to live forever. The avid card collector also details a risky …

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Bethenny Frankel: Kardashian, Clooney followed my lead | Trending Now 9:00

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Bethenny Frankel discusses founding Skinnygirl, which became the fastest-growing alcohol brand in history. Bethenny says companies had no interest in a low-calorie, ready-to-drink alcohol product. She shares she was hesitant to sell her product she calls “lightning in a bottle," but admits she wanted the street credit. She also chats about licensin…

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Guy Fieri: Losing My Sister Gave Me Purpose | Forward Progress 14:16

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In this week’s motivational podcast, chef Guy Fieri remembers the profound impact his sister’s battle with cancer had on him. Fieri said his sister beat cancer as a child but cancer re-emerged in her adult years, ultimately taking her life. Fieri remembered his sister's green funeral and memorials that changed his perspective of death.…

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Albert Pujols: Rise from the Dominican Republic and Fallout in St. Louis 1:24:13

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In this extensive, nearly 90-minute interview, former MLB slugger Albert Pujols opens up about his tough upbringing in the Dominican Republic - from tending to his father when he drank too much to his mother leaving the family when Albert was only three years old. He also discusses his faith-driven approach to befriending PED users and addresses hi…

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Mike Tyson: My awkward encounter with Brad Pitt | Trending Now 1:39

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In this week’s Trending Now podcast, we revisit our 2012 interview with Mike Tyson. The boxing legend recalls an awkward encounter with Brad Pitt while going through his divorce with Robin Givens.

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Shaquille O’Neal: My biggest NBA Regrets | Forward Progress 2:23

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In this week’s motivational podcast, basketball legend Shaquille O’Neal shares his short list of regrets from his NBA career, which includes Wilt Chamberlain.

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Danica Patrick: Racing Icon and Entrepreneur 1:17:49

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This week on the In Depth with Graham Bensinger podcast, we revisit a 2018 interview with racing icon and entrepreneur Danica Patrick. She recalls how she initially got into racing, the challenges of being a female in a male dominated sport and the struggles of working - and firing - her parents.

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Danica Patrick: What I want in a relationship | Trending Now 6:03

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In this week’s Trending Now podcast, we revisit our 2018 interview with Danica Patrick. The former NASCAR and IndyCar driver shared the qualities she looked for in a partner, what she loved about dating then-Green Bay Packers quarterback Aaron Rodgers and her past experiences of always picking up the tab on dates.…

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Jay Leno: Dyslexia, Struggles in School | Forward Progress 6:18

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In this week’s motivational podcast, legendary comedian Jay Leno opens up about the challenges he faced throughout his school years. Leno also shares his personal journey of living with dyslexia, revealing how it affected his education and influenced his life.

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Lindsey Vonn: From Olympic Gold to Giving Back 1:22:08

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This week on the In Depth podcast, ski legend Lindsey Vonn reflects on her career, the emotional toll of her retirement and her passion for helping others through her mental health foundation. She opens up about her relationships with family and loved ones, revisits memories from her early training days and shares the thrill of winning Olympic gold…

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Ryan Shecker: Why I quit "Life of Ryan" | Trending Now 3:03

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In this week’s fan-favorite podcast, skateboarding and reality TV star Ryan Sheckler talks of living out his life in front of TV cameras for MTV’s “Life of Ryan,” including painful, forced breakups and learning of his parents’ divorce. Sheckler says the experience was so traumatizing that he refused to date for years after the show ended, but he le…

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Joe Gibbs: Risking Reputation with NFL Return | Forward Progress 4:33

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In this week’s motivational podcast, legendary coach Joe Gibbs discusses why he came out of retirement to once again coach in the NFL, the support of Redskins owner Dan Snyder and the one thing he found hadn’t changed about the league.

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Ice Cube: Legacy, Leadership and BIG3 1:13:45

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On this episode of In Depth podcast, Ice Cube reflects on founding the BIG3 basketball league, sharing the challenges he faced and his vision for transforming the game. He opens up about pivotal moments from his youth that shaped his future, including a near brush with violence that changed the course of his life. Cube also discusses the impact of …

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Lance Mackey: Life or Death at -70°F | Trending Now 5:21

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In this week’s fan-favorite podcast, Lance Mackey recalls fearing for his life in -70 degree temperatures during the Yukon Quest and how he had to put on a front so his dogs didn’t see the struggle.

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Roy Williams: How It All Started | Forward Progress 6:39

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In this week’s motivational podcast, Hall of Fame coach Roy Williams lets us in on how it all started. He recalls breaking into a local elementary school to shoot hoops, finding a passion for coaching before his sophomore year in high school and accepting a remarkably low-paying position at the University of North Carolina, under Coach Dean Smith.…

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Paul Nicklen: World-Renowned Wildlife Photographer 2:29:30

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Renowned wildlife photographer Paul Nicklen discusses the thrills and heartbreaks of being an eyewitness to the wonder and tragedy in nature - and his passion for promoting conservation through art.