In Depth With Graham Bensinger

Nikki Glaser: Comedian and Podcaster

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.

Trending Now: Dolph Lundgren was ready to fight Sylvester Stallone, for real

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.”

Forward Progress with Dikembe Mutombo: People thought I was a monster

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.

Will Zalatoris: Professional golfer

Graham travels to Dallas to chat with rising PGA star Will Zalatoris. The 2022 FedEx St. Jude Championship winner explains how he hit rock bottom before making it big, receiving help from former Cowboys quarterback Tony Romo along the way. Hear from Romo himself, who jokes about high-stakes games with Zalatoris during the PGA’s offseason.

Trending Now: Eric Stonestreet on missed opportunity with “Modern Family” spinoff

This week’s fan-favorite, two-time Emmy award-winning actor, Eric Stonestreet, thinks Modern Family missed its chance of a spin-off featuring his character in Missouri despite the script being ready. Stonestreet talks about the small reunion with some of his castmates for a recent commercial and discusses the possibility of a larger reunion sometime in the near future. 

Forward Progress with JJ Watt: Betting on myself in college

In this week’s motivational podcast, former NFL defensive end J.J. Watt discusses the difficulties he overcame to find the right college fit and why he had to treat every day like it was his Super Bowl just to make the team at the University of Wisconsin.

Eric Stonestreet: 2x Emmy Award-Winning Actor

Graham travels to Kansas City for a day with Eric Stonestreet. The Modern Family star shares his unique midwest upbringing tending to livestock as a kid. He also explains how his clowning side hustle got him in trouble once, and the heartbreak that lead him down the path to becoming an actor. The Emmy winner goes into detail about the grueling audition process to get the role of Cam and reveals behind the scenes stories on the set of the hit show. Stonestreet also remembers the emotions of his father's passing, and explains how he became friends with NFL commissioner Roger Goodell.

Trending Now: Dan Hurley’s initial regrets after taking UConn job

In this fan-favorite, UConn men’s basketball 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.” We also hear from the coach’s wife, Andrea Hurley, who shares how they first met in college and their Jersey boardwalk proposal.

Forward Progress with Lincoln Riley: Sooner fans threatened my family’s safety

In this week’s motivational podcast, USC football head coach Lincoln Riley reflects on his departure from Oklahoma to the University of Southern California in 2021. Despite facing a negative public response and security concerns, Riley regrets his initial reaction and believes he could have handled the situation better. He also sees some positive aspects of the move, such as no longer being a hometown celebrity and feeling that his family can now live in peace.

 

Dan Hurley: 2x NCAA Champion UCONN Basketball Coach

Graham travels to Storrs, CT for a lengthy interview with the coach of the back to back NCAA champions, Dan Hurley. The UCONN head coach gives insight into his hard-driving coaching style and why he thinks it gives his team an advantage. Hurley also opens up about the difficult decision to turn down a lucrative offer from the Lakers and make the jump to the NBA. The Jersey City native takes us back to his childhood, where he was overshadowed by his hall of fame-coaching father and two-time NCAA champion brother. He remembers dark times in college and what lead to him considering taking his own life. We also hear from Dan’s wife Andrea, who brings a colorful perspective to many of Dan’s quirks and idiosyncrasies.