Leave your feedback Share Copy URL https://ar-c.org/video/DSYwIA2UtX9.html Email Facebook Twitter LinkedIn Pinterest Tumblr Share on Facebook Share on Twitter Bob Costas: Broadcasting Legend | Full Interview [TRBTSkVzv91] Health Updated on August 07, 2026 EDT — Published on August 07, 2026 EDT We visit New York City to sit down with the illustrious sportscaster, Bob Costas. The 29-time Emmy winner takes us back to his childhood and recalls impactful moments surrounding his father’s gambling addiction. Later, Costas dives into his unforgettable interviews and reminds us why he’s regarded as one of the most impressive personalities in the business. He details turning down life-changing opportunities and hints at a reconciliation with his long-time employer. Interview was recorded in 2022. #interview #podcast #broadcast 0:00 - It’s been a long time coming! 2:11 - Mindset for broadcasts 5:14 - Photographic memory 8:51 - Preparing questions for interviews 10:28 - Writing Football in America commentaries on the spot 11:59 - Lack of punctuality 15:13 - John Madden’s broadcast audition partner 16:28 - Relationship with Howard Cosell 19:20 - First Olympics experience 22:13 - Face of NBC’s sports division 24:00 - Career stepping stone 24:41 - What it takes to host the Olympics 26:05 - The art of a good interview 27:02 - Impact of pursuit of excellence on personal life 28:02 - Turning down significant offers 31:22 - "You ever think of broadcasting?" 33:36 - Getting arrested and suspended from school 36:28 - Feeling awkward as a child 37:25 - Becoming a bookie 40:28 - Father's gambling addiction 42:41 - Moving across the country 44:44 - Father's criticism 46:23 - Father's death 49:10 - Mother's car accident 51:22 - What Bob learned from his mom 54:49 - Bob Costas on Mark McGwire 57:00 - Costas' Ted Williams interview nerves 59:35 - Contentious Vince McMahon interview 1:03:04 - Bob Costas recalls OJ Simpson Bronco chase 1:08:50 - Goosebumps during '96 Olympic games 1:13:30 - Leaving NBC 1:23:30 - Dynamic with Dick Ebersol 1:25:36 - Staying in touch with important life figures 1:27:05 - Responding to thoughtful criticism from fans 1:28:09 - Mickey Mantle Sleepover 1:30:19 - Stan Musial's decency 1:33:10 - How long is this interview? 1:34:33 - Bob Costas cancer center 1:37:34 - Still working and turning 70 Become a member to watch full episodes and get exclusive access to content: Subscribe to watch the latest interviews: For episode guide and nationwide television listings, visit www.grahambensinger.com Connect with Graham: Facebook: Twitter: Instagram: TikTok: Kkaxqr3bZbq HNCMGZRirKJ E3SS7fKc6CS bo6Aw5dVVsU zDTVGo8rjRL
We visit New York City to sit down with the illustrious sportscaster, Bob Costas. The 29-time Emmy winner takes us back to his childhood and recalls impactful moments surrounding his father’s gambling addiction. Later, Costas dives into his unforgettable interviews and reminds us why he’s regarded as one of the most impressive personalities in the business. He details turning down life-changing opportunities and hints at a reconciliation with his long-time employer. Interview was recorded in 2022. #interview #podcast #broadcast 0:00 - It’s been a long time coming! 2:11 - Mindset for broadcasts 5:14 - Photographic memory 8:51 - Preparing questions for interviews 10:28 - Writing Football in America commentaries on the spot 11:59 - Lack of punctuality 15:13 - John Madden’s broadcast audition partner 16:28 - Relationship with Howard Cosell 19:20 - First Olympics experience 22:13 - Face of NBC’s sports division 24:00 - Career stepping stone 24:41 - What it takes to host the Olympics 26:05 - The art of a good interview 27:02 - Impact of pursuit of excellence on personal life 28:02 - Turning down significant offers 31:22 - "You ever think of broadcasting?" 33:36 - Getting arrested and suspended from school 36:28 - Feeling awkward as a child 37:25 - Becoming a bookie 40:28 - Father's gambling addiction 42:41 - Moving across the country 44:44 - Father's criticism 46:23 - Father's death 49:10 - Mother's car accident 51:22 - What Bob learned from his mom 54:49 - Bob Costas on Mark McGwire 57:00 - Costas' Ted Williams interview nerves 59:35 - Contentious Vince McMahon interview 1:03:04 - Bob Costas recalls OJ Simpson Bronco chase 1:08:50 - Goosebumps during '96 Olympic games 1:13:30 - Leaving NBC 1:23:30 - Dynamic with Dick Ebersol 1:25:36 - Staying in touch with important life figures 1:27:05 - Responding to thoughtful criticism from fans 1:28:09 - Mickey Mantle Sleepover 1:30:19 - Stan Musial's decency 1:33:10 - How long is this interview? 1:34:33 - Bob Costas cancer center 1:37:34 - Still working and turning 70 Become a member to watch full episodes and get exclusive access to content: Subscribe to watch the latest interviews: For episode guide and nationwide television listings, visit www.grahambensinger.com Connect with Graham: Facebook: Twitter: Instagram: TikTok: Kkaxqr3bZbq HNCMGZRirKJ E3SS7fKc6CS bo6Aw5dVVsU zDTVGo8rjRL