In Depth With Graham Bensinger

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  Henry Winkler: The Fonz, Career Rejection, and Becoming Himself 14.09.2026 1sa 41dk

  Henry Winkler became one of Hollywood’s most recognizable stars as The Fonz on Happy Days — but the role that made him famous also nearly derailed his career. In this candid conversation, Winkler opens up about the highs and lows of his decades in Hollywood: from being typecast after Happy Days to rebuilding his career, finding purpose in therapy, and continuing to work at 80.
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  Jerry Seinfeld on showbiz and small talk… one is Heaven, the other Hell | Trending Now 04.09.2026 3dk

  Actor and comedian Jerry Seinfeld opens up about his relationship with talent manager George Shapiro, calling him a father figure, and discusses their shared joy of show business. He also shares how different they were, calling him warm and amazing with people. He explains why he likes to be around those who are good with other people, sharing that he avidly hates small talk.
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  Tom Hanks: My dad saw his father’s murder | Forward Progress 03.09.2026 7dk

  Tom Hanks’ father suffered a devastating trauma as a young boy, witnessing his own father be murdered by a hired hand. Hanks said the trauma never left his Dad, who seemed to find no joy in life. The two were not close, until a movie, and Hanks’ own divorce, changed their conversation. Plus, Hanks recounts telling his father he was going to work as a professional actor, and being able to attend the Oscars together when Hanks was nominated for Big.
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  Tom Green: Comedy, Cancer, and Leaving Hollywood for a Farm. 31.08.2026 2sa 14dk

  Graham heads to the Canadian wilderness for a long-form conversation with comedian and actor Tom Green. Reflecting on his early days, Green shares how a student council speech about humor set him on the path to comedy.  He also opens up about his battle with testicular cancer and his relationship with ex-wife Drew Barrymore.
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  Sean Payton: Did I just lose Drew Brees? | Trending Now 28.08.2026 6dk

  Saints head coach Sean Payton on recruiting Drew Brees to New Orleans, including driving Brees around the city, getting lost and ending up in one of the hardest hit neighborhoods from Hurricane Katrina. Plus, Brees shares his thoughts on what he was looking for in a franchise and the real reason he and his wife decided they were moving to New Orleans.
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  Dolph Lundgren: The more I cheated, the more my wife spent my money | Forward Progress 27.08.2026 4dk

  Swedish actor, filmmaker and martial artist Dolph Lundgren says his finances diminished 90% from 1997 - 2007, fueled in some part by his then-wife Anette Qviberg. Dolph remembers feeling that his wife was impartial about his infidelity, so long as he continued to pay off her remarkable monthly credit card bills (roughly $60K per month) and bought her exotic cars. 
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  Russell Westbrook: Fashion, Criticism, and the Drive That Defined His NBA Career 24.08.2026 1sa 4dk

  With Russell Westbrook announcing his retirement after 18 NBA seasons, we look back at Graham’s 2014 interview with the future Hall of Fame point guard. Westbrook reflects on criticism of his playing style, the risky decision that shaped his college recruitment and his rise from Los Angeles to NBA superstardom. He also opens up about the sudden death of his best friend, the bad press he’s faced and why fashion became such an important outlet for self-expression.
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  Jerome Bettis: I nearly quit before Steelers chapter | Trending Now 21.08.2026 5dk

  Jerome Bettis on the St. Louis Rams contract dispute that created tension with his head coach and nearly led to Bettis walking away from the game forever. Plus, he shares the vindication of beating up on the Rams later, as a Pittsburgh Steeler.
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  T.J. Watt: Fighting depression amid college injury struggles | Forward Progress 20.08.2026 7dk

  From hotel family dinners after surgery to breaking down in practice, T.J. Watt recalls a pivotal moment in his journey. He shares the frustration, the rehab setbacks, and the support system that kept him going — plus how leaning into family, not away from it, changed everything.
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  Manny Pacquiao: Poverty, Politics, and the Battles That Built a Champion 17.08.2026 47dk

  In this 2014 interview, Graham sits down with boxing icon Manny Pacquiao to reflect on his rise from extreme poverty in the Philippines to becoming one of the greatest fighters of his generation. Pacquiao opens up about his childhood, the sacrifices that shaped him, his relationship with Freddie Roach and the biggest fights of his career. He also discusses Floyd Mayweather, faith, politics, generosity and why he believes his purpose extends far beyond boxing.
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  Ernie Els: The perks of growing up rich | Trending Now 14.08.2026 3dk

  Ernie Els shares how he feels lucky and fortunate to have grown up with the means to fully pursue his passions, plus tells Graham about his interests in tennis and rugby.
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  Dikembe Mutombo: Mom could have been saved | Forward Progress 13.08.2026 5dk

  Dikembe Mutombo recalls his mother’s unfortunate death due to restrictions and limitations in the Congo, why he built a hospital to help prevent future deaths and his surprise at the lack of donations from fellow NBA players during fundraising for the hospital.
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  John Paul DeJoria: Homelessness, Building Paul Mitchell, and the Billion-Dollar Power of Persistence 10.08.2026 1sa 53dk

  Graham spends the day in Austin with billionaire businessman and dedicated philanthropist, John Paul DeJoria. The co-founder of both Paul Mitchell hair products (John Paul Mitchell Systems) and The Patron Spirits Company, DeJoria opens up about his rise from homelessness to Hells Angels to massive wealth, complete with sponsorship of multiple sports teams and a portfolio of charitable endeavors.
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  Roy Williams: Stayed at KU to fulfill promise to Nick Collison | Trending Now 07.08.2026 6dk

  Legendary NCAA basketball coach Roy Williams looks back on two of the hardest decisions he’s ever made: opting to remain coach of the Kansas Jayhawks in 2000 and eventually leaving to coach at the University of North Carolina in 2003. He departed KU after posting a record of 418-101 over 15 seasons. Plus, Coach Williams says he’s been recruited by at least 14 NBA franchises to coach at the professional level and imparts advice to viewers to find people in their lives who are with them regardless of the circumstances, whom Coach refers to fondly as “foxhole buddies.” 
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  Joe Thomas: Losing in NFL is hardest thing in any sport | Forward Progress 06.08.2026 3dk

  Joe Thomas shares how he has learned to approach losses in the NFL over the course of 10 seasons with the Cleveland Browns and why losing on Sunday is the hardest thing across any pro sport.
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  Travis Pastrana: X Games Glory, Nitro Circus, and Living on the Edge 03.08.2026 1sa 1dk

  Graham sits down with motocross champ, X Games gold medalist and action sports star Travis Pastrana, who discusses some of his most death-defying stunts, one-upping friends on the Nitro Circus world tour and a life-changing car accident. Pastrana also shares stories of his frequent night terrors and landing the first-ever double backflip on a motocross bike.
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  Ryan Sheckler: No sex before marriage | Forward Progress 31.07.2026 5dk

  Skateboarding star Ryan Sheckler opens up about a different path he’s taking with his girlfriend, as they’re abstaining from sex until marriage. Sheckler says abstinence wasn’t his thing previously, but he’s taking a Christ-based approach and is excited for how it could play out down the road. Sheckler also discusses his relationship with his father and how he coped with his parents’ divorce.
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  Jeanie Buss: Telling my 6th grade friends my dad died (he didn’t) | Forward Progress 30.07.2026 4dk

  Owner of the Los Angeles Lakers, Jeanie Buss, speaks on her parents’ divorce, shedding light on the impact it had on her relationship with her father, and how they leaned into sports and movies to repair ties. Finally, Jeanie expresses immense gratitude for her mother, highlighting her beauty, selflessness, and commitment to her family.
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  Clayton Kershaw: Cy Young Dominance, Dodgers Pressure, and Finding Purpose Beyond Baseball 27.07.2026 1sa 3dk

  Clayton Kershaw reflects on his rise from a high school dreamer to one of baseball’s most dominant pitchers. He opens up about Cy Young expectations, game day nerves, his relentless routine, and the deeper purpose he found through Kershaw’s Challenge in Africa.
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  Donovan McNabb told me to shut the F up | Trending Now 24.07.2026 6dk

  Terrell Owens on his initial, close relationship with former Eagles QB, Donovan McNabb and when the relationship soured after McNabb’s sharp response to T.O. saying he was open