In Depth With Graham Bensinger

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.

In this week's motivational podcast, chef Guy Fieri reflects on the impact his charitable giving has on him. Fieri remembers a lesson from Henry Winkler, which taught Fieri to always think about the fans. Fieri also delves into why he misses no opportunity to teach young fans a lesson in manners.

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 Rick Harrison, star of “Pawn Stars.” They offer exclusive stories and insights from their time with Rick.

In a recent interview, Pawn Stars creator Rick Harrison discusses his mischievous childhood, which he attributes to epilepsy, and how becoming a father at 16 changed him. He recalls opening his Las Vegas pawn shop as a life-changing moment, leading to a successful History Channel show. Harrison also shares updates on his personal life, including his recent proposal and the loss of his son, Adam.

In this week's popular podcast, Shaquille O'Neal discusses how LSU coach Dale Brown recognized his potential in Germany long before he became a basketball legend, emphasizing a pivotal moment in his rise to fame.

In this week's motivational podcast, Michigan State head coach Tom Izzo explains the sentimental value behind what he recalls as the worst loss to-date during his illustrious tenure at MSU. Coach goes on by praising Mateen Cleeves as the “Magic Johnson” of the Spartans' national championship team in 2000, plus the emotional toll of continually pursuing a second title.

Graham travels to Charlotte, North Carolina to chat with NASCAR driver Joey Logano. The reigning cup series champion opens up about his childhood and his early rise to the professional ranks. Logano details the tough times he went through, including the time he thought his career might be over, and the pregnancy issues he and his wife faced.

In this week's fan-favorite podcast, four-time Iditarod winner Lance Mackey discusses his self-destructive lifestyle as a crab fisherman and the decision to start over somewhere new.

In this motivational podcast, actor and comedian Jerry Seinfeld opens up about his father and his connection to comedy. He shares how he learned everything from him and believes there was a genetic component. He also reflects on his parents' strict upbringing and his own childhood, sharing how he craved challenge and difficulty.

In this episode of the In Depth crew podcast, Graham, our executive producer Brad Galbreath, and director of photography Seth Donnelly, share behind-the-scenes stories from our interview with Savannah Bananas owner/founder Jesse Cole.

This week on the In Depth podcast, legendary UNC basketball coach Roy Williams opens up about his career, retirement and personal life. He shares insights on his time with Dean Smith, the challenges he faced coaching at UNC and his relationship with Michael Jordan.   

In this week's fan-favorite segment, actor Josh Brolin shares some of his most memorable celebrity encounters. He reminisces about a lunch meeting with actor and filmmaker Warren Beatty, recounts a case of mistaken identity involving actor and director Clint Eastwood, discusses his friendship with actor Johnny Depp, and recalls a dinner with filmmaker Oliver Stone and President Donald Trump.

In this week's podcast, Pro Football Hall of Fame quarterback Steve Young discusses his childhood idol, Roger Staubach, and the retirement advice that encouraged him to move on from football. He recalls meeting Staubach at the 1992 championship game against the Cowboys, which he describes as his “most painful loss.” Young also reflects on a heartfelt gesture from Staubach during his Hall of Fame induction that still gives him goosebumps.

In this week's episode of the In Depth podcast, former NBA player Blake Griffin discusses comedy, therapy, the infamous Clippers trade, and his experience growing up biracial in Oklahoma.

In this week's fan-favorite, former Bravo reality star Bethenny Frankel looks back on her time on “Real Housewives of New York”, saying she initially accepted the deal because she wanted to become a natural food chef. She also explains the creation of the “Bethenny Clause” for entertainment contracts. Bethenny discusses her call for reality TV stars to go on strike and gives her take on the “reality reckoning”.

In this week's motivational podcast, Kimbal Musk recalls the violence he witnessed during Apartheid in South Africa. Kimbal opens up witnessing a murder and later seeing his brother Elon beat up to the point of becoming nearly unrecognizable. Kimbal opens up about the relationship with his dad, who he says tortured them emotionally and psychologically.

Bethenny Frankel shares the raw hustle behind her billion-dollar success, from struggling as a personal assistant in LA to building the Skinnygirl empire. She opens up about leveraging reality TV fame into business dominance, her tough childhood, and complex relationship with her mother.

In this week's fan-favorite, Jesse Ventura discusses his experiences with Fidel Castro and why he wants a second meeting with the President.

In this week's motivational podcast, coach Dan Hurley reveals why he almost didn't take the job at UConn. He shares his conversation with Coach Mike Krzyzewski, ultimately leading him to coach in Storrs. Hurley also discusses the tough transition when stepping into the big leagues and recalls the intense meeting with Jim Calhoun, where he called Hurley “weak.”