In Depth With Graham Bensinger

Forward Progress with John McEnroe: Telling Nike I hated “Just Do It”

In this week’s motivational podcast, John McEnroe details his relationship with Nike co-founder Phil Knight over the decades, including Knight’s encouragement of McEnroe’s on-the-court intensity and McEnroe discouraging Nike from pushing “Just Do It” as a brand slogan. 

Brian Grazer: Oscar-Winning Film Producer

Graham travels to Brian Grazer’s 12,000 square foot Los Angeles home. The Academy Award-winning producer recalls some of his most enthralling run-ins with celebrities and public figures including a “date with Princess Diana.” The 2020 sit-down also features Grazer describing what it takes to create the longest running partnership in Hollywood with director and friend Ron Howard.

Trending Now: Jerry Seinfeld Didn’t Want His Show on FOX

In this week’s fan-favorite podcast, comedian Jerry Seinfeld explains his bold decision to turn down a guaranteed season on FOX in the early days of his sitcom for a lesser deal at NBC. Seinfeld also recalls the physical exhaustion of keeping his show atop the TV world and his sometimes cantankerous relationship with co-creator Larry David.

Forward Progress with Tom Izzo: The Biggest Lessons Are in the Struggle

In this week’s motivational podcast, current Michigan State head coach Tom Izzo shares his story of perseverance, discussing the challenges he faced in pursuing his coaching dream. He emphasizes the value of hard work, patience, and adversity and criticizes the entitled mentality of dream chasers and society.

Craig Robinson: Former Oregon St. Basketball Coach

Graham sits down with former college basketball coach Craig Robinson, who is currently the Executive Director of the National Association of Basketball Coaches. Robinson discusses growing up on Chicago’s south side, a life-changing career decision, and as the brother of Michelle Obama, his relationship with former President Barack Obama.

Trending Now: Laird Hamilton risking it all for a wave

In this fan-favorite podcast, big-wave surfer Laird Hamilton reflects on the risk of death and severe injury when surfing monster waves, comparing various waves to dog breeds and being the first to risk his life surfing the Jaws surf break in Maui.

Forward Progress with Sir Richard Branson: Learning from my failures

In this week’s motivational podcast, 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 talks about his optimistic approach to life, especially regarding business opportunities.

J.J. Watt: Future Hall of Fame Defensive Lineman

Graham heads to Houston for a chat with Houston Texans legend J.J. Watt. The three-time NFL Defensive Player of the Year opens up about contemplating retirement after a major surgery in 2015, landing a $100 million contract and frequent reminders he was booed on draft day. In this 2016 interview, Watt also details his extreme diet and workout routine and his desire to go down as the greatest player of all time.

Trending Now: Steph Curry on playing for Team USA

Stephen Curry details his experience playing for Team USA, and explains how former head coach Mike Krzyzewski brings the best out of players.

Forward Progress With Oscar De La Hoya: Winning Olympic Gold

Oscar De La Hoya looks back on the most satisfying and yet saddest achievement in his boxing career: fulfilling his mom’s dying wish and winning an Olympic gold medal. De La Hoya shares the numbness he felt while competing at the summer games in Barcelona and his initial decision to retire from boxing.