In Depth With Graham Bensinger
550 episodes - English - Latest episode: 10 days ago - ★★★★★ - 201 ratingsGraham Bensinger travels the world for extended interviews and exclusive access to some of the biggest names in sports and entertainment. The podcast version of the globally-syndicated TV show is the only platform to get the full interview, including stories cut from the TV show due to time constraints.
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Forward Progress with Lindsey Vonn: Divorce helped my racing
January 27, 2022 11:00 - 5 minutes - 5.45 MBThis week’s positive podcast is brought to you by Olympic skier Lindsey Vonn. The three-time medalist talks about the familial pressure that accompanied her debut at the Olympics, and her mental state during the race that won her the gold.
Valentino Rossi: Motorcycle Racing Legend
January 24, 2022 11:00 - 54 minutes - 55.5 MBGraham travels to Italy to sit down with nine-time MotoGP champion Valentino Rossi. Fresh off of his November 2021 retirement, Rossi reflects on his next adventures, which include fatherhood and a focus on his VR46 academy. The racing legend discusses dropping out of high school to pursue his passion, the tragic loss of a friend at the racetrack and a bet on himself when leaving the most dominant team in his sport. Plus, Rossi invites Graham to lunch with his girlfriend, model Francesca Sofi...
Forward Progress with Jimmie Johnson: The pursuit of excellence and Tom Brady’s example
January 20, 2022 11:00 - 4 minutes - 4.73 MBThis week’s motivational moment comes from racing legend Jimmie Johnson. The NASCAR turned IndyCar driver discusses overcoming his “debilitating fear” before a big race and the correlation between having a good support system around and winning championships. Johnson believes the man in sports doing the best job of that today - none other than 7x Super Bowl champion Tom Brady.
Chad Johnson: Legendary NFL Receiver
January 17, 2022 11:00 - 40 minutes - 39.3 MBThis week on the In Depth with Graham Bensinger podcast we’re sifting through the archives and bringing you a classic - Chad Johnson. The man once known as “Ochocinco” details the struggles of growing up in Miami’s Liberty City neighborhood, his favorite moments playing for the Cincinnati Bengals and delivers wise words on saving money.
Forward Progress with Coach K: LeBron’s rule was no excuses
January 13, 2022 11:00 - 6 minutes - 5.78 MBThis week’s motivational moment features former Duke men’s basketball coach - the legendary Mike Krzyzewski. He recalls moments with LeBron James and how they fostered success during Coach K’s US Men’s National Team reign.
Alex Honnold: Free-Solo Rock Climber
January 10, 2022 11:00 - 43 minutes - 64 MBThis week on the In Depth with Graham Bensinger podcast we take a look back on one our most intriguing guests: free-solo rock climber Alex Honnold. In this 2015 interview Honnold discusses what it takes to master his climbs with no equipment and what his closest friends and family think about his death defying acts.
Forward Progress with J.J. Watt: Dream big, work hard
January 06, 2022 11:00 - 5 minutes - 5.22 MBFor this week’s motivational moment we bring you the inspiring words of legendary defensive end J.J. Watt. The five-time NFL Pro Bowl selection takes us back to when he first knew he wanted to play football and ultimately become the best player in the world. Plus, Watt reveals the meaning behind the quote that has motivated him since day one.
Jon Hamm: The man behind Don Draper
January 03, 2022 11:00 - 37 minutes - 35.7 MBThis week on the In Depth with Graham Bensinger podcast, we look back on an interview with Emmy award-winning actor Jon Hamm. The St. Louis native takes us through his childhood and the importance sports played while further discussing how he eventually became one of television’s leading men.
Forward Progress with Blake Griffin: The benefits of seeing a therapist
December 30, 2021 11:00 - 6 minutes - 6.35 MBIt’s Thursday which means it’s time for another edition of Forward Progress - the end of the week, quick bite of positivity podcast. This week we’re back in Brooklyn with NBA star Blake Griffin. He breaks down the tough moments in his storied career and discusses how he got through them via therapy, meditation and sheer determination.
Danica Patrick: Racing Icon
December 27, 2021 11:00 - 1 hour - 62.9 MBThis week on the In Depth with Graham Bensinger podcast, we revisit an interview with racing icon 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.
Forward Progress with Shaun White: Life lessons from Tony Hawk
December 23, 2021 11:00 - 1 minute - 1.63 MBThis week’s motivational moment features iconic action sports star and 3x Olympic Gold Medalist Shaun White. The snowboarding phenom recalls what it was like to be on tour with Hawk when he was 13 years old and the impact the legendary skateboarder had on White’s future success.
Jake Paul: Professional Boxer & Social Media Star
December 17, 2021 11:00 - 1 hour - 59.7 MBEARLY RELEASE - Graham travels to Puerto Rico to chat with Jake Paul ahead of his rematch against Tyron Woodley. The YouTube sensation turned professional boxer remembers finding fame in a flash and how he lost everything - friends, fans and millions - just as quickly after his brother Logan's controversial video. Paul candidly reveals that being “canceled’ led to heavy drinking and suicidal thoughts and discusses how he dug himself out of despair.
Forward Progress with Dana White: Don’t start patting us on the back yet
December 16, 2021 11:00 - 7 minutes - 7.33 MBThis week’s motivational moment features UFC President Dana White. The visionary entrepreneur describes what it took to create the multi-billion dollar movement known as the Ultimate Fighting Championship.
Arnold Schwarzenegger: Tanks, The Terminator and Two Terms
December 13, 2021 11:00 - 1 hour - 64.7 MBIn 2016, Arnold Schwarzenegger invited Graham to Hong Kong - where the very first Arnold Classic in Asia was being held. They discuss Schwarzenegger's passion for promoting bodybuilding all over the world and how that very sport was his ticket out of an oppressive home life in rural Austria and into stardom. The former governor of California shares his memories of driving tanks in the Austrian army, getting a premature endorsement to run for office from President Nixon and taking a risk on t...
Forward Progress with Roy Williams: My mom told me to be the best
December 09, 2021 11:00 - 8 minutes - 8.53 MBThis week’s positive podcast clip features legendary college basketball coach Roy Williams. The former University of North Carolina head man details the defining and most memorable moments he shared with his mother. You might want to grab a tissue for this edition of Forward Progress.
Laird Hamilton: Big-wave Surfing Pioneer
December 06, 2021 11:00 - 1 hour - 58.3 MBThis week on the In Depth podcast, we go one-on-one with big-wave surfer Laird Hamilton at his home in Kauai, Hawaii. The surfing pioneer opens up about his abusive childhood and relentless pursuit to push boundaries. In this 2017 interview, Hamilton recalls the most memorable waves he’s conquered - as well as the countless death-defying moments he’s navigated.
Forward Progress with Chad Johnson: Money looks better coming in than going out
December 02, 2021 11:00 - 4 minutes - 4.92 MBLegendary NFL wide receiver Chad Johnson discusses the financial misconceptions of being in the spotlight. Plus, the former Bengals star weighs in on positive tips that helped him save money.
Jerome Bettis: Pro Football Hall of Famer, Steelers Legend
November 29, 2021 11:00 - 57 minutes - 53.6 MBThis week on the In Depth with Graham Bensinger podcast we sit down with Hall of Fame running back Jerome Bettis. In this 2015 profile interview, “The Bus” details what made him stay with the Steelers for one more championship year, the struggles of growing up in crime-ridden Detroit and the most painful times in his storied career.
Jerome Bettis: Pittsburgh Steelers Legend
November 29, 2021 11:00 - 57 minutes - 53.6 MBThis week on the In Depth with Graham Bensinger podcast we go for the end zone with Hall of Fame running back Jerome Bettis. In this 2015 sit down, “The Bus” details what made him stay with the Steelers for one more championship year, the struggles of growing up in crime-ridden Detroit and the most painful times in his storied career.
Forward Progress with Jerry Rice: I was still hungry
November 25, 2021 11:00 - 3 minutes - 3.51 MBThis Thursday’s motivational moment comes from the best NFL wide receiver of all time: Jerry Rice. The Hall of Famer talks about his motivation to win and get back into training just a mere three weeks after winning the Super Bowl.
Dan Bilzerian: Poker Player/Social Media Star
November 22, 2021 11:00 - 52 minutes - 56.7 MBPoker player turned Instagram influencer and entrepreneur Dan Bilzerian invites Graham to his Las Vegas estate for a candid conversation. Bilzerian shares jaw-dropping stories of privately battling billionaires at the poker table and how he leveraged winnings to build his playboy persona. Now the founder and CEO of IGNITE, he talks of pivoting the business model in hopes of a windfall sale and aspirations to eventually settle down and recalibrate his promiscuous, party-centric lifestyle.
Forward Progress with Lewis Hamilton: Losses made me the racer I am today
November 18, 2021 11:00 - 4 minutes - 4.06 MBThis week’s motivational moment comes from one of the greatest Formula 1 racers of all time, Lewis Hamilton. The British driver recalls how he learned from the harsh reality of losing and how it drives him to become the greatest competitor he can be.
Jimmie Johnson: Racing Legend, 7x NASCAR Champ
November 15, 2021 11:00 - 51 minutes - 50.8 MBThis week on the In Depth with Graham Bensinger podcast we hit the pavement with seven-time NASCAR Cup Series champion Jimmie Johnson. The legendary racer who made his debut in IndyCar last year discusses growing up in the hub of motocross, his exit from NASCAR and crashes he thought could have been the end. Johnson also details his awkward proposal alongside wife and SOCO Art Gallery founder, Chandra.
Forward Progress with Virat Kohli: Finding strength after father‘s death
November 11, 2021 11:00 - 9 minutes - 8.98 MBIn this week's Thursday short, superstar cricketer Virat Kohli candidly discusses the stress-induced death of his father, Virat’s decision to play in a cricket match the next day and the mental fortitude he gained after enduring the tragic loss. Also hear from Kohli's brother, Vikas.
Roy Williams: Basketball Hall of Famer
November 08, 2021 11:00 - 1 hour - 62 MBGraham visits legendary NCAA basketball coach Roy Williams at his alma mater, the University of North Carolina. The three-time national champ speaks candidly about the missteps that fueled his recent retirement and illustrates how his path came full circle at UNC, which included a salary increase from $2,700 to $2 million over the course of his Hall of Fame career. Williams also gets emotional when sharing stories of his mother and opens up about the academic fraud investigation that occurre...
Forward Progress with Novak Djokovic: Dietary changes improved my game
November 04, 2021 11:00 - 5 minutes - 5.49 MBIn this week's positive-thinking short, tennis great Novak Djokovic shares how a doctor helped him bounce back from a career low point and details the dietary changes that drastically improved his performance on the court.
Joe Buck: Iconic Broadcaster
November 01, 2021 15:48 - 1 hour - 56.4 MBIn this episode of the In Depth with Graham Bensinger podcast we’re back in the booth with legendary sports broadcaster Joe Buck. The Emmy award-winner details the highs and lows of calling World Series and Super Bowls, lessons learned from his late hall of fame father and how he’s dealt with detractors throughout his illustrious career.
Forward Progress with Sir Richard Branson: Work-life balance
October 28, 2021 11:00 - 4 minutes - 4.53 MBIn this week's feel-good clip, Sir Richard Branson discusses family life, including stories on his wife Joan and children Holly and Sam. Branson tells of the turning point where he fully committed to Joan, how he had the privilege of spending more time with his kids than many dads and why he believes both Holly and Sam will do well as the future faces of Virgin Group.
Joe Torre: Major League Baseball Legend
October 25, 2021 11:00 - 36 minutes - 34.3 MBIn this edition of the In Depth with Graham Bensinger podcast, baseball Hall of Famer Joe Torre reflects on his time in the big leagues as a player and prolific manager. Torre also details his notorious exit from the Yankees, overcoming an abusive upbringing and how he would like to be remembered.
Forward Progress with Steve Aoki: “Gotta give 100%”
October 21, 2021 11:00 - 7 minutes - 7.62 MBIn this week’s motivational moment, DJ and performer Steve Aoki highlights overcoming the hardships of constant touring and putting on a brave face for thousands of fans. Aoki also remembers the death of a close friend and mentor and urges everyone to give 100% to moments with loved ones.
Blake Griffin: NBA Star
October 18, 2021 20:39 - 1 hour - 65.2 MBThis week on the In Depth with Graham Bensinger podcast, Graham chats with NBA star Blake Griffin. The Brooklyn Net and six-time All-Star discusses fatherhood, memories from growing up in Oklahoma, navigating the Donald Sterling Clippers era and his interests off the court, including a budding career in the world of stand-up comedy. Audio clips from Comedy Central’s “The Comedy Central Roast of Alec Baldwin” are courtesy of Viacom International Inc.
Forward Progress with Dak Prescott: Making Jerry Jones eat his words
October 14, 2021 11:00 - 5 minutes - 5.73 MBIn this week's feel-good clip, Dallas Cowboys quarterback Dak Prescott discusses replacing Tony Romo and how he proved the doubters wrong, including Cowboys owner Jerry Jones. Prescott also details the art of communicating with the many different personalities within the huddle.
Manny Pacquiao: Boxing Legend & Politician
October 11, 2021 11:00 - 38 minutes - 36.9 MBThis week on the In Depth with Graham Bensinger podcast we jump back into the ring with a 2014 interview featuring boxing legend and Philippine presidential candidate Manny Pacquiao. The World Champion fighter details notable bouts in his career, how he battled an intense gambling addiction and the importance of using his political platform to help those less fortunate.
Forward Progress with Arnold Schwarzenegger: Betting on myself paid off
October 07, 2021 11:00 - 4 minutes - 4.58 MBArnold Schwarzenegger takes the spotlight in this week's motivational clip. The actor remembers the time he gambled on himself, choosing to star in the comedy “Twins” without taking a salary to shed his typecast as an action star.
Jerry Rice: 3x Super Bowl Champion, Hall of Famer
October 04, 2021 11:00 - 44 minutes - 41.6 MBOn this edition of the In Depth with Graham Bensinger podcast we take a look back on our 2013 sit-down with three time Super Bowl Champion Jerry Rice. The Hall of Fame wide receiver details moments in his childhood that prepared him for the physicality of the pros, the challenges of growing up in a family of eight children and his unwavering love for the game.
Forward Progress with Steve-O: Bonding with my dad
September 30, 2021 11:00 - 7 minutes - 7.1 MBThis week's motivational, feel-good clip comes from our 2018 interview with Jackass star, Stephen Glover - aka Steve-O. The stuntman and comedian talks about overcoming the challenges of constantly moving as a child and the positive relationship he formed with his father after providing some business pointers.
Steve Aoki: Music DJ & Producer
September 27, 2021 11:00 - 1 hour - 73 MBGraham 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, 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 and discusses a failed track involving Kanye, Drake and Eminem.
Forward Progress with Jesse Ventura: Honoring Muhammad Ali
September 23, 2021 19:58 - 6 minutes - 5.83 MBIn this week's feel-good clip, former WWE wrestler Jesse Ventura talks about his lifelong adoration of Muhammad Ali and the emotional gift he received from the boxing legend after being elected governor of Minnesota.
Calvin Johnson: Hall of Fame Receiver
September 20, 2021 11:00 - 59 minutes - 59.6 MBLegendary Detroit Lions wide receiver Calvin Johnson invites Graham Bensinger to Canton, Ohio, for his 2021 Pro Football Hall of Fame enshrinement. Later, we rejoin the first-ballot Hall of Famer at his home in Detroit, where he and his wife Brittney discuss their rift with the Lions’ ownership, a budding cannabis business and family life raising three boys.
Forward Progress with Joe Namath: Overcoming alcoholism
September 16, 2021 11:00 - 6 minutes - 6.05 MBEach week, we're bringing you a short, motivational clip from one of our previous guests. This time, Hall of Fame quarterback Joe Namath discusses his battle with alcohol addiction, staying sober for 13 years as a “dry drunk” and the combination of fear, support and religious beliefs that help him overcome the addiction.
Ice Cube: Rapper, Filmmaker and BIG3 Co-Founder
September 13, 2021 11:00 - 56 minutes - 55.2 MBThis week on the In Depth with Graham Bensinger podcast we spend two days in Las Vegas with rapper, filmmaker and BIG3 league co-founder, Ice Cube. The entertainment icon offers up stories from his upbringing in South Central Los Angeles, including a life-altering felony that never played out and his introduction to music mogul, Dr. Dre. Cube also discusses his political pursuits on behalf of the Black community and the BIG3 basketball league he co-founded in 2017.
Forward Progress with Shaquille O‘Neal: Helping others / Charity
September 09, 2021 11:00 - 4 minutes - 4.34 MBEach week, we're bringing you a short, feel-good clip from one of our previous guests. To tip things off, Basketball Hall of Famer Shaquille O'Neal talks about the fulfillment he gets from his charity work and the importance of helping others when no one is looking.
Forward Progress with Shaquille O‘Neal
September 09, 2021 11:00 - 4 minutes - 4.34 MBEach week, we're bringing you a short, feel-good clip from one of our previous guests. To tip things off, Basketball Hall of Famer Shaquille O'Neal talks about the fulfillment he gets from his charity work and the importance of helping others when no one is looking.
Ray Lewis: Hall of Fame Linebacker
September 06, 2021 11:00 - 1 hour - 58 MBOn this episode of the In Depth with Graham Bensinger podcast, we take a page out of our old playbook and revisit a 2010 sit-down with Ravens legend Ray Lewis. The Hall of Famer recalls how his rough upbringing influenced his love for the game, details those famous on the field dance moves and how he continues to build his own brand.
Dana White: UFC President
August 30, 2021 11:00 - 40 minutes - 39.5 MBOn this edition of the In Depth with Graham Bensinger podcast, we revisit a 2011 interview with Ultimate Fighting Championship President Dana White. The outspoken entrepreneur discusses how he turned the UFC into a multi-billion dollar phenomenon, recalls run-ins with Boston mobsters and how mixed martial arts is constantly evolving.
Living on the Edge
August 23, 2021 15:12 - 18 minutes - 18.3 MBWe go beyond the realm of what’s possible in an action packed episode of the In Depth with Graham Bensinger podcast. From record breaking backflips to lion whisperers and scaling the highest peaks with no harness, these courageous athletes, stuntmen and adventurers risk it all. Listen to the stories from Laird Hamilton, Richard Branson, Rob Dyrdek, Travis Pastrana, the late Niki Lauda and more.
Oscar De La Hoya: World Champion Boxer
August 16, 2021 11:00 - 1 hour - 65.8 MBIn this episode of the In Depth with Graham Bensinger podcast, we revisit a 2014 interview with Golden Boy boxing legend Oscar De La Hoya. The Olympic champ recalls a bad decision of eating two dozen oysters the night before fighting Sugar Shane Mosley, reflects on how his relationship with the sport became all-consuming and addresses his struggles with addiction and infidelity.
Steve-O: Stuntman & Comedian
August 09, 2021 11:00 - 1 hour - 109 MBThis week on the In Depth with Graham Bensinger podcast we revisit a 2019 interview in the Hollywood Hills with Jackass star, Stephen Glover. More commonly known as Steve-O, the stuntman and comedian talks about finding stardom after the release of MTV’s Jackass, risking his life for fame and fortune, and his battles with drug and alcohol addiction.
Smart Money
August 02, 2021 11:00 - 16 minutes - 17.4 MBOn a special In Depth with Graham Bensinger podcast some of the biggest names in sports talk about their experiences with money. Tennis star Novak Djokovic, skateboarding legend Tony Hawk, racing icon Danica Patrick and more share financial lessons they’ve learned over the years. Plus who taught them what it means to be financially stable before and after a successful career.
Dale Earnhardt Jr: NASCAR Hall of Famer
July 26, 2021 11:00 - 1 hour - 92 MBGraham travels to North Carolina to the home of Dale Earnhardt Jr. for the NASCAR Hall of Famer's first extensive interview about the numerous concussions that forced his early retirement. Dale Jr. candidly shares why he kept concussion symptoms a secret for so long, what his late father meant to him and the positive impact therapy has had on his career and marriage. We also hear from Dale Jr.'s wife Amy, and sister Kelley, as they share intimate stories of the racing icon.