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Legends Of Sport

Andrew D. Bernstein
USA Basketball
NBA
Kobe Bryant
Naismith Memorial Basketball Hall Of Fame
Los Angeles Lakers
NBA Summer League
Michael Cooper
Jerry West
Michael Jordan
Chicago Bulls
Vince Carter
Dream Team
Pat Riley
Scott Williams
Black Lives Matter
Bill Walton
Kiki Vandeweghe
Women's Sports
WNBA
1984 Olympics

Naismith Memorial Basketball Hall of Fame photographer Andrew Bernstein discusses life behind the scenes with some of the biggest names in the world of sports. Covering the most memorable events of the past three decades, telling lively and personal stories, plus in-depth discussions about the serious issues affecting current and retired athletes. This podcast is about the memories, business and c... more

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This week's special episode commemorates the 10 year anniversary of Kobe Bryant's final game on April 13, 2016. Andy hands the mic over to veteran host and good friend Jason Zone Fisher to discuss how Andy documented that historic day every step of t... more

Andy chats with sports photographer, Elsa Garrison! Elsa was the first female staff photographer hired at Getty Images with a career spanning over 30 years! Andy & Elsa discuss her Jack Hughes toothless Gold Medal photo from the 2026 Winter Olympics,... more

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Andy chats with Israeli basketball legend, Tal Brody, aka "Mr. Basketball"! Andy and Tal discuss his nomination for the Naismith Memorial Basketball Hall of Fame, growing up in New Jersey, the enlightening trip to Israel that altered his path from th... more

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Andy speaks with President & Co-Owner of the back-to-back World Series Champion Los Angeles Dodgers, Stan Kasten! Andy & Stan discuss their shared history over the years, Stan's path to the Atlanta sports scene (from the Hawks, to Braves, & Thrashers... more

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Recent Guests

Elsa Garrison
Legendary sports photographer, first female Getty Images staff photographer
Getty Images
Episode: Elsa Garrison | Legends of Photography
Tal Brody
Basketball legend and Israel's goodwill ambassador through sport
Maccabi Tel Aviv, Israeli basketball legend
Episode: Tal Brody aka "Mr. Basketball"
Stan Kasten
President and co-owner of the Los Angeles Dodgers
Los Angeles Dodgers
Episode: Dodgers President & Co-Owner Stan Kasten
Chuck Cooper III
Son of Chuck Cooper, advocate and foundation founder
Chuck Cooper Foundation
Episode: Chuck Cooper III
Jim Hill
Veteran sportscaster, LA sports insider
Legends Of Sport guest
Episode: LA Sports Legend Jim Hill
Amar'e Stoudemire
NBA player, Hall of Fame hopeful, philanthropist
NBA / Various teams
Episode: Amar'e Stoudemire
Tommy Sheppard
Former PR Director turned NBA executive
Washington Wizards
Episode: Bobby Marks, Boki Nachbar, Tommy Sheppard | NBA All-Star Week
Boki Nachbar
Slovenian basketball player and former NBA player
EuroLeague Players Association
Episode: Bobby Marks, Boki Nachbar, Tommy Sheppard | NBA All-Star Week
Bobby Marks
ESPN analyst and former NBA executive
ESPN
Episode: Bobby Marks, Boki Nachbar, Tommy Sheppard | NBA All-Star Week

Host

Andy Bernstein
Naismith Memorial Basketball Hall of Fame photographer and longtime host; captures behind-the-scenes stories with sports icons.

Reviews

4.7 out of 5 stars from 202 ratings
  • Legendary Conversations

    Andy Bernstein is such a great photographer and podcaster. These interviews are legendary. Legends of Sport is one of my favorite podcasts.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    kjp5129
    United States3 years ago
  • Awesome conversation!!

    Wow, I just listened to Andy’s conversation with Bob Delaney - incredible! Andy is a skilled interviewer who obviously knows the right buttons to push to bring the best out of his guests. Can’t believe I didn’t find this podcast before now - super pumped to become a follower!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    jclark007
    United States4 years ago
  • Great Listen!

    Thoughtful and insightful interview!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    2185TB
    United States5 years ago
  • Great Podcast

    Loved the Gotham Chopra podcast!! TY !!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    abcdefg - jim
    United States5 years ago
  • Love this podcast!

    Andy’s the best! Terrific interviews, great guests, so enjoyable!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    JZFisher
    United States6 years ago

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Guests are described as legendary athletes and insiders with insightful perspectives on sports history and culture.
Listeners praise the host's interviewing craft and ability to draw out personal, behind-the-scenes stories.
Show is often highlighted for its photography-centric lens and trust-building with respected figures in sports.

Chart Rankings

How this podcast ranks in the Apple Podcasts, Spotify and YouTube charts.

Apple Podcasts
#229
Canada/Sports/Basketball
Apple Podcasts
#135
Denmark/Sports/Basketball
Apple Podcasts
#150
Sweden/Sports/Basketball
Apple Podcasts
#161
Spain/Sports/Basketball
Apple Podcasts
#178
Singapore/Sports/Basketball
Apple Podcasts
#211
Hong Kong/Sports/Basketball

Talking Points

Recent interactions between the hosts and their guests.

Amar'e Stoudemire
Q: Why did you decide to retire as a Knick rather than with another team?
He explains his desire to return to Phoenix initially but ultimately chose to retire as a Knick after a conversation about leadership roles within the Suns organization.
Amar'e Stoudemire
Q: What was it like when you found out you were nominated and became a Hall of Fame finalist?
Amar'e describes the honor and the sense of validation from years of dedication to basketball, acknowledging both the NBA and overseas experiences that shaped his career.
Showtime Laker Legends Byron Scott & A.C. Green | Faith Connection Sport
Q: What was the conversation in the locker room like in 84 after the loss? How did you guys kind of talk through adversity and coming back the way you did the following year?
After the loss, the locker room was quiet and no one said a word because we were disappointed. Everyone understood what had to be done for the next year, we just wanted to be better for the next season.
The Art of Sport: A conversation with muralist Jonas Never at the SPARC Gallery
Q: Jonas, talk a little bit about your path as an artist?
I grew up in Venice Beach where there was street art, murals everywhere, and after my baseball career, I started figuring out how to paint with an impact in the community.
Beach Volleyball Legend Kerri Walsh Jennings
Q: How did you transition from indoors to beach volleyball?
Kerri mentioned the challenge of adapting from a team of six to playing in pairs on the sand, emphasizing the humility and effort required during her initial transition.

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This show centers on behind-the-scenes stories in sports, with a photography-led host drawing out intimate career milestones, personal journeys, and leadership lessons from basketball icons, executives, coaches, and creators. Across episodes, it blends memories from landmark moments with explorations of business, culture, philanthropy, and the evolving sports landscape, often touching on race, faith, art, and community impact. A standout vibe is the host's ability to pair high-profile sports history with candid, human-interest angles, plus occasional crossover topics like art, photography, and media, making it appealing to listeners who crave depth beyond game recaps.

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Recent guests on Legends Of Sport include:

1. Elsa Garrison
2. Tal Brody
3. Stan Kasten
4. Chuck Cooper III
5. Jim Hill
6. Amar'e Stoudemire
7. Tommy Sheppard
8. Boki Nachbar

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