In Depth With Graham Bensinger

Graham chats with golf great Annika Sorenstam about memorable moments on the course, including how she made history playing with the men at Colonial, and how she's helping young players off of it. She also reflects on first coming to America to pursue her golf career, and she details her son's fight for survival after he was born three months early. Plus, Sorenstam addresses the fallout of accepting the Medal of Freedom one day after the January 6th U.S. Capitol riot.

In this week's fan-favorite podcast, NBA legend Charles Barkley talks about his absent father and why welcoming him back into his life was hard.

In this week's motivational podcast, Green Bay Packers Hall of Famer Brett Favre said he started for 321 consecutive games because he was always worried about losing his job.

Graham sits down with the iconic tennis star and advocate Billie Jean King. Winner of 12 Grand Slam singles titles, King is best remembered for her win against Bobby Riggs at their Battle of the Sexes match in 1973. In this 2014 interview, she reflects on that match and how it reinforced the recent passing of Title IX. The tennis hall of famer also remembers her historic “coming out” and the challenges that came with it in the early 1980's.

In this fan-favorite podcast, stand-up comic Nikki Glaser dishes on the intricacies of her comedic process and offers a self-analysis that she's not living to her full potential. Nikki explains that her best comedic performances come when she's invested significant time in preparing for those gigs. Yet, she generally opts out of that level of preparation… unless she's performing on someone else's show (a late-night appearance, Comedy Central roast, etc.).

In this week's motivational podcast, UConn men's head basketball coach Dan Hurley recalls the moment he received a frightening phone call about his brother's life-threatening car accident. Hurley opens up about the difficult period following the accident, during which he quit the team and isolated himself in his dorm room for several weeks. Coach Hurley also shared that he experienced moments of suicidal thoughts and discussed the process he went through to overcome that mental state.

In this episode of the In Depth crew podcast, Graham, our director of photography, Seth Donnelly, and producer Brian Mueller share hilarious behind-the-scenes stories from our interview with comedian Tom Green.

Former Dallas Cowboys Quarterback, Tony Romo is back for another interview, this time as one of the top NFL broadcasters in the game. Romo talks about his early days in the booth, shares how family life has become a priority and reveals that constant improvement is still his passion.

In this week's fan-favorite podcast, NFL hall of famer Jerome Bettis reveals how he won scholarship negotiations with Notre Dame's Lou Holtz and later was humbled by the head coach as he was called out in front of his entire team.

In this week's motivational podcast, comedian Tom Green - credited by Joe Rogan as his inspiration for starting a podcast - reflects on the early days of The Tom Green Show. Green shares some of the challenges posed by early technology and the creative ways he worked around them. He discusses why The Tom Green Show no longer has the same element of surprise on the internet today.

Graham travels to East Lansing to talk with Michigan State head coach Tom Izzo. The Naismith Basketball Hall of Famer explains his coaching process and what it's like to play for him. In this 2022 interview, he also looks back on his childhood working in his family's shoe repair shop, and tells an adoption story involving Nick Saban. Plus, he recalls the time he and the Spartans celebrated a championship with Muhammad Ali. 

In this week's fan favorite podcast, football star Dak Prescott's mother ran away when she became pregnant with his oldest brother due to her parents' disapproval of her relationship with a Black man in the 1970s South. Although Prescott and his brothers strive to educate others about race and humanity, he knows racism still exists. As a quarterback for the Dallas Cowboys, he feels uneasy when a police officer is behind him, prompting his $1 million donation to officer education.

In this motivational podcast, world-champion skier Lindsey Vonn says that there are some serious trials facing US ski racing, including how it treats its athletes. She wants to help with the recruitment of young talent, but acknowledges that funding may be a difficult hurdle. Vonn also talks about her challenging relationship with fellow skiing phenom Mikaela Shiffrin. Vonn criticizes Shiffrin's leadership style, and questions Outside Magazine's claim that Shiffrin is the world's greatest.

Graham spends two days in North Carolina with legendary NFL coach turned NASCAR team owner, Joe Gibbs. In this 2019 interview, he discusses the personal cost of his dedication to pro football and speaks at length about the death of his son, J.D. and the legacy he left.

In this week's fan-favorite, NFL legend Ray Lewis shares his mindset on dominating the football field and earning respect from his opponents. He reveals how preparations, mental toughness, and experiences allow him to continue excelling against young players.

In this week's motivational podcast, comedian Sebastian Maniscalco discusses the gradual process of becoming well-known in the stand-up comedy scene. He reflects on some early career missteps that taught him valuable lessons, ultimately contributing to his success. Most importantly, he emphasizes the need to eliminate distractions and prioritize self-care.

Graham travels to one of the most beautiful and luxurious spots in the world to interview Prince Albert II of Monaco. He talks with Graham about his time as an Olympic bobsledder, disagreements with President Trump during his first term, and memories of his late mother, Princess Grace. 

In this week's fan-favorite podcast, famed Hollywood director Ron Howard shares memorable moments on set with illustrious actors, including how he eventually won over a skeptical Bette Davis, tactics to calm Jim Carrey amidst panic attacks, and lessons learned from a highly prepared Robert De Niro, who went above and beyond to research his character for “Backdraft.”

In this motivational podcast, actor Josh Brolin opens up about the highs and lows after his first major movie role in The Goonies, rejecting suitcases of money and big blockbuster roles including Avatar and Green Lantern, along with finding his dream role alongside Johnny Depp and Tim Burton.

Graham travels to Chicago for a wide-ranging interview with Sebastian Maniscalo. The Windy City-native reflects on a childhood that set him up for a career in comedy. He also takes us through years of struggling in the stand-up scene and the job that exposed him to A-list celebrities in Los Angeles. Maniscalco reveals what family life is like for a touring comedian and how he's trying to enjoy the fruits of his labor more than he did in the past. Plus, “The Irishman” and “Green Book” actor tells some of his best Robert De Niro stories from the set.

In this week's fan-favorite podcast, entrepreneur Jesse James opens up about his physically abusive dad and how he rebuilt a relationship with his mom.

In this week's motivational podcast, cricket icon Sachin Tendulkar reflects on lessons from his parents, Ramesh and Rajni. He emphasizes his father's humility and his mother's hard work, recalling when his father invited another family of six to live in their small two-bedroom apartment.

Graham travels to New York City to sit down with dancer Misty Copeland. The ballerina discusses her history-making performance as the Firebird, inequality within the ballet community and her newest role of motherhood. In this 2022 interview, Copeland also remembers a rough childhood in the public eye and how she overcame it all to be the first black woman principal dancer in the history of American Ballet Theatre.

In this week's fan-favorite podcast, actor Josh Brolin opens up about the highs and lows after his first major movie role in The Goonies, rejecting suitcases of money and big blockbuster roles including Avatar and Green Lantern along with finding his dream role alongside Johnny Depp and Tim Burton.

In this motivational podcast, X Games gold medalist Ryan Sheckler discusses the important role his mother has played in his life, including the moment he called her for help with alcoholism. He describes entering rehab as the scariest day of his life, requiring complete surrender to the program. Sheckler also shares his 2020 relapse, which began around his 30th birthday, and how a renewed focus on his Christian faith and a call from Michael Phelps inspired him on his journey to sobriety.

Graham travels to California for a sitdown with one of the most successful actors of the 21st century, Josh Brolin. Part of massive franchises like The Avengers and Dune, Brolin remembers the struggles of making it in Hollywood before his breakout role in No Country for Old Men. He shares stories from the set, like almost getting in a fight with Denzel Washington and how Quentin Tarantino helped him with an audition. The son of actor James Brolin, Josh recalls an interesting upbringing in Paso Robles, CA where he grew up around wild animals that his mother fostered. Brolin also talks about his sobriety and how it changed his relationship with his children.

In this week's fan-favorite podcast, comedian Tom Green shares wild and unforgettable stories, from his appearance on The David Letterman Show to his viral success with “The Bum Bum Song,” partying with Dennis Rodman in New York City, and once having William Shatner as his landlord.

In this week's motivational podcast, NFL Hall of Famer Joe Namath shares a story about his conversation with University of Alabama coach Bear Bryant. He recalls telling Coach Bryant that he "thought" he was ready for a game and how Bryant taught him a valuable lesson about preparation. Namath suggests that many quarterbacks underthrow their receivers during games because most receivers do not run at full speed in practice.

Graham travels to our neighbors in the north for a day in the Canadian wilderness with Tom Green. Now living on a beautiful 150 acre property outside of Ottawa, Tom discusses the simpler life he's living now after being in Los Angeles for 20 years. The former MTV show host talks about the secret to his show's success, the long climb to fame, and the current projects he's working on. Green also details his very public battle with testicular cancer and the private struggle of enduring multiple surgeries.

In this week's fan-favorite podcast, Jayson Tatum talks about finances, including how they've learned to work together to handle discretionary purchases like designer watches. Plus, both Jayson and his mom reflect on how they're not far removed from living check-to-check and struggling to pay for gas or household items like soap.

In this week's motivational podcast, Guy Fieri shares how his entrepreneurial journey began at a young age, inspired by his parents. As the youngest entrepreneur in Ferndale, California, he fondly recalls selling soft pretzels to save money for a trip to France. During his semester in France, he unleashed his true potential.

Graham spends two days with Dirk Nowitzki in the city he set down roots in throughout his entire 21-year NBA career. The 2023 Naismith Basketball Hall of Fame inductee reflects on the quirky German who primed him for the League, regrets after a rough rookie season and calling the cops on a fraudulent former fiancée. Plus, we get a taste of his musical talents and he recaps a story from his wedding that he's never told before. 

In this week's fan-favorite podcast, NFL Hall of Famer Emmitt Smith recalls being comforted by his idol, Walter Payton, after a bad injury that Emmitt thought might end his career and Emmitt's promise to Walter during his final days.

In this week's motivational podcast, the founder of the Savannah Bananas, Jesse Cole, reflects on his journey of building a college summer baseball team in Gastonia from the ground up. He shares some innovative ideas that fueled his vision for the team and how he draws inspiration from iconic leaders like Walt Disney and PT Barnum. 

Graham, our director of photography Seth Donnelly, and producer Brett Coppenbarger share behind-the-scenes stories from our interview with Dan Hurley, the head coach of the UConn men's basketball team.

Graham sits down with the man at the helm of one of the most popular sports teams in the country, the Savannah Bananas. The always-entertaining team has gone from a small summer college squad to regularly selling out MLB stadiums. Jesse recalls the key moments that lead to the team's success, and the time they nearly lost it all. He also shares his vision for the future, and remembers his past growing up as a lonely kid in Massachusetts. We also hear from Jesse's wife Emily, who details the meager living situation in their early days in Savannah. 

In this week's fan-favorite podcast, former NFL quarterback Cam Newton demonstrates how he calls a play and shares insights into his audibles at the line of scrimmage. This took place in front of a live studio audience during our interview with him back in 2016.

In this special Halloween edition of the Forward Progress podcast, former NFL superstar JJ Watt shares his steps to maintain his privacy and why his neighbors requested he stop showering trick-or-treaters with candy.

As the NBA season is once again underway, we revisit our interview with Celtics superstar Jayson Tatum. Graham and the reigning NBA champion discuss everything from fatherhood, to the challenges he faced growing up in St. Louis. Tatum also opens up about the disappointment of his first NBA Finals, and tells more than one memorable story about former Duke Coach Mike Krzyzewski.

In this week's fan-favorite podcast, former Saints coach Sean Payton explains the team's surprise when Reggie Bush became available for their second overall pick during the 2006 NFL Draft and how Bush's marketing agent at the time - Mike Ornstein - tried to orchestrate a trade to keep his client out of New Orleans.

In this week's motivational podcast, NBA superstar Stephen Curry shares a memorable moment from the morning of his NBA Draft announcement. He found himself with two speeches in his pockets, unsure of which one to deliver.

Graham, executive producer Brad Galbreath, and director of photography Seth Donnelly share behind-the-scenes stories from our interview with restauranter/chef Guy Fieri.

Graham travels around the world to China to sit down with 8-time NBA All Star Yao Ming. The former Houston Rocket remembers his greatest NBA rival and high points from his career. He also discusses what could have been if not for chronic injuries, and the pain that still lingers in retirement. The Shanghai native also discusses his charitable and activist efforts and how he was inspired by the late Dikembe Mutombo.

In this week's fan-favorite podcast, golf icon John Daly shares parts of his diet, including his disdain for water, his love for chocolate milk and his body's reaction to vegetables.

In this week's motivational podcast, entrepreneur and business mogul Kimbal Musk remembers Tesla's two hardest years, 2008 and 2018, as bankruptcy concerns fueled a very uncertain future.

This week on the podcast, we look back on our interview with the late Pete Rose. The MLB leader in career hits reflects on his relentless drive and the lessons learned from his father. He also shares the secret to getting all those hits and his hate of errors and losing. Rose answers in detail how he gambled on the Reds while managing the team and the ramifications of his lifetime ban from the sport.

In this fan-favorite podcast, NFL Hall of Famer Brian Urlacher on his disappointment with failed contract negotiations between the Chicago Bear and his agent, his desire to have played another one last season for the Bears… and only the Bears.

In this week's podcast, actor Eric Stonestreet discusses how commercial work launched his career and reflects on boosting his confidence through roles in Almost Famous and his audition for The Office.

Comedian Nikki Glaser has carved out a comedy career through her brutal self-honesty and even more brutal roasts, but during her chat with Graham Bensinger, she reveals high hopes for another career path. Glaser also shares her struggles with depression, alcohol and the eating disorder that almost took her life as a teenager.

In this fan-favorite podcast, Swedish actor, filmmaker, and martial artist Dolph Lundgren walks us through the highs and lows of his working relationship with Sylvester Stallone, including Dolph's initial casting on “Rambo: First Blood Part II” and a tumultuous rewrite of “Creed II.” Plus, Dolph remembers a warning from Stallone during his first day on set as Ivan Drago and a strong urge to punch Stallone and walk off the set of “The Expendables.”

In this week's motivational podcast, we look back on a clip from our 2014 interview with Dikembe Mutombo,  in which he tells Graham about how his 7'2” frame resulted in bullying and even in people running from him in a Congolese market. He shares how now those same people who ran from him years ago now run to him and call him “Moses” and their savior.