In Depth With Graham Bensinger

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.

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.

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.

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 purchase of an extremely rare item.

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 licensing the Skinnygirl name.

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.

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 his contentious departure from the St. Louis Cardinals following the 2011 World Series. Recorded in 2019.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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. 

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 learned a lot from it.

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.

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 systemic racism on his music and career, his activism in Hollywood and politics, and his continued fight for equality.

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.

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.

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.

In this week's Trending Now podcast, we look back on our interview with the late Niki Lauda. The Formula One legend discussed how the team handled Nico Rosberg's sudden retirement, Rosberg's 2016 crash with Lewis Hamilton at the Spanish Grand Prix - including who was to blame - and the 2am hotel room meeting in which Lauda convinced Hamilton to leave McLaren for Mercedes.

In this week's motivational podcast, NBA superstar Kevin Love reflects on a very public panic attack during a game. Love was sure he was having a cardiac event, and went to the Cleveland Clinic. It was then he admitted that he needed help. Love details what had kept him from getting help in the past, including gender stereotypes and stigma surrounding mental health. Plus, Love opens up on how therapy helped him become unapologetically himself and how his grandmother's sudden death impacted him.

This week on the In Depth podcast, NFL legend Brett Favre opens up about his 20-year career, including his iconic run with the Packers, playing just a day after his father's death, and overcoming a painkiller addiction.

In this week's fan-favorite, baseball agent Scott Boras explains what sets Juan Soto and Shohei Ohtani apart. He praises Soto's intelligence, curiosity, and relentless drive, noting they had over 68 meetings and that Soto's mind is key to his success. Boras also calls Ohtani a “billion-dollar player” for his global impact and marketability.

In this week's motivational podcast, Tom Green opens up about his battle with testicular cancer, which he was diagnosed with in his twenties after an initial misdiagnosis. He describes getting cancer as “a bizarre curveball” and recalls the scariest moment being the realization that he could die. He also details the long, painful, and traumatic recovery process following lymph node surgery. 

In this episode of the In Depth crew podcast, Graham, executive producer Brad Galbreath, and camera operator Carlos Dulcamara take you behind the scenes of our sit-down with powerhouse MLB agent Scott Boras. They share exclusive stories from their time at Boras Corporation and get to sit down with Juan Soto as a part of our Boras profile.

This week on the In Depth podcast, baseball mega-agent Scott Boras shares his journey from a small-town dairy farm to becoming one of the most powerful and polarizing agents in professional sports. He reflects on balancing baseball and his education, and the personal sacrifices to fight for players' value.

In this week's fan-favorite podcast, legendary skateboarder Tony Hawk recalls breaking his pelvis and waking up in an ambulance after a stunt for MTV's “Wildboyz.”

In this week's motivational podcast, former race car driver Danica Patrick reflects on the hardest decision of her life - firing her parents and asking them to not join her at the race track anymore. Patrick talks of manipulation from her partner at the time and her family's immediate forgiveness when she reached out years later.

This week on the In Depth Podcast, seven-time Formula One champion Lewis Hamilton reflects on breaking barriers in the sport, his early days behind the wheel, and the challenges he overcame on the road to becoming a racing legend.

In this week's fan-favorite podcast, Jay Leno reflects on his relationship with Dave Letterman, recalling how Letterman made him feel at ease from the very beginning of the friendship. Leno also discusses the highly publicized 2010 late-night shakeup at NBC involving Conan O'Brien.

In this week's motivational podcast, actor Jon Hamm on the mindset of a leading actor, including the potential stress of carrying a film and how many veteran actors can separate themselves from that burden. Hamm also talks of the evolution of production and the broader landscape of creative opportunities.

In this episode of the In Depth Crew Podcast, Graham, producer Brett Coppenbarger, and director of photography Seth Donnelly take you behind the scenes of our interview with legendary author James Patterson. They share exclusive stories and insights from their time with Jim.

In a recent interview, bestselling author James Patterson discusses his childhood, early days in advertising, and how he discovered his passion for storytelling. 

In this week's podcast, actor Josh Duhamel discusses pivotal moments in his early career, such as leaving dental school, being discovered by a modeling agency, and coping with depression after moving to Los Angeles. He shares how adopting an “all in” approach to auditioning and his dedication while acting in soap operas helped him develop his skills and break into Hollywood.

In this week's motivational podcast, Bethenny Frankel, former reality star and philanthropist, discusses her foundation, BStrong, which has provided disaster relief worldwide. She also explains how BStrong uses warehouses and cash cards to distribute donations to affected communities while combating government corruption in relief work.

In this episode of the In Depth Crew Podcast, Graham, executive producer Brad Galbreath, and director of photography Seth Donnelly take you behind the scenes of our interview with former late-night host Jay Leno. They share exclusive stories and insights from their time with Jay.

In a recent interview, former ‘Tonight Show' host Jay Leno discusses his early comedy days, revealing the odd places he would perform, including state prisons, sorority parties, and brothels. He also opens up about getting his start on Johnny Carson and his relationship with Dave Letterman, and he offers insight into the NBC late-night debacle with Conan O'Brien.

In this week's fan-favorite podcast, Pro Football Hall of Famer Steve Young looks back on his time in the USFL. He details his $40 million contract with the LA Express and then 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. 

Jesse Cole, the founder of the Savannah Bananas, opens up about the struggles he and his wife, Emily, faced as they became the proud owners of a baseball team in Savannah. He reflects on their journey, from living in a bug-infested apartment and sleeping on a double-sized air mattress to the pivotal moment the couple decided to go “all-in” by selling their house to finance the team.

This week on the In Depth Podcast, golf legend Jack Nicklaus. He reflects on his legendary rivalry and friendship with Arnold Palmer, his early love for the game, and his father's role in shaping his journey. Plus, Nicklaus shares insights from the start of his business ventures. 

In this week's fan-favorite podcast, Gary Player shares his unorthodox methods of staying mentally sharp, including intentionally driving behind slow drivers on the highway and slapping himself in the face, repeatedly.

In this week's motivational podcast, comedian Adam Devine recalls being hit by a cement truck as a child, leaving him unsure if he'd walk again. He credits his mom's support during recovery and reflects on lasting health issues, including a recent serious diagnosis.

Graham travels to Russia to speak with one of the NHL's all-time top goal scorers, Alex Ovechkin. The All-Star opens up about the death of his brother, the impact of his parents and how he copes with the difficult losses. In this 2015 interview, he also details his mentality on the ice and the challenges of moving to America to pursue his hockey dreams.

In this week's fan-favorite podcast, NHL legend Wayne Gretzky offers his take on the difference between a great athlete and the best athlete and points out how he had played to his strengths, even though they weren't the typical attributes of a hockey star.

In this week's motivational podcast, actor Josh Brolin reflects on the nerve-racking early days of his career, recalling a moment when he forgot his lines in front of his role model, Anthony Zerbe. He also remembers working with the late Paul Walker, feeling so nervous that his legs shook. Despite his success, Brolin shares that he still grapples with a massive fear of performing on stage "even to this day."

In this episode of the In Depth Crew Podcast, host Graham, executive producer Brad Galbreath, and director of photography Seth Donnelly take you behind the scenes of their interview with Adam Devine, star of “Workaholics” and “Pitch Perfect.” They share exclusive stories and insights from their time with Adam.

Graham visits Orange County, California, to spend the day with actor-comedian Adam Devine. Devine reflects on his comedy journey, from being a "door guy" at the Hollywood Improv to headlining. He also discusses a childhood cement truck accident and its lasting impact. Devine talks about his iconic movie roles and relationships with co-stars Zac Efron and Danny McBride.

In this week's fan-favorite, Mario Andretti shares a story of when he and his friend - who happened to be a Nevada Highway Patrol sergeant - took a Lamborghini out to try and hit 200 mph on the highway but got pulled over by another highway patrol trooper who clocked them going 183 mph.

In this week's motivational podcast, renowned National Geographic photographer and conservationist Paul Nicklen makes a plea for the world to care more for the health of our planet, especially its oceans.

This week on the In Depth podcast, we take a look back at our memorable conversation with the legendary George Foreman. During this 2013 interview, Foreman reflects on his remarkable journey from growing up in Houston's 5th Ward to becoming the oldest heavyweight champion of the world.

In this week's fan-favorite, American businessman and creator of History Channel's "Pawn Stars," Rick Harrison, details the lengthy process to obtain a pawn license - and once he did - the enormous strides he took to make his shop a success, opening the door to reality TV stardom. Now, after many years on television, Harrison discusses the show's future and what it means for other projects he's interested in.