Leave your feedback Share Copy URL https://ar-c.org/video/WopvDWgOESa.html Email Facebook Twitter LinkedIn Pinterest Tumblr Share on Facebook Share on Twitter PaleyLive: An Evening with Bob Costas [k7w5kx82dd6] Health Updated on August 07, 2026 EDT — Published on August 07, 2026 EDT Legendary broadcaster Bob Costas—winner of 29 Emmy Awards, more than any other sports broadcaster, and the only individual honored across news, sports, and entertainment—joins Budd Mishkin at The Paley Center for Media for an unforgettable evening of conversation and reflection. In this special program, Costas looks back on his extraordinary career and the defining role radio played in shaping his voice as one of the most respected sports journalists of his generation. Through rare audio clips and personal reflections, Costas offers insight into his conversations with icons such as Ted Williams, Hank Aaron, Wilt Chamberlain, and Mickey Mantle—revealing how preparation, trust, and nuance unlock the most honest moments from legends. The discussion also examines the evolution of sports coverage since 1980, the responsibilities of modern sportscasters in a 24-hour media landscape, and the enduring power of sports storytelling as both cultural record and personal legacy. The evening also marks a meaningful moment for The Paley Center, as Costas announces the donation of classic interviews from his acclaimed radio series Costas Coast to Coast to the Paley Archive. These landmark conversations will be preserved as an invaluable resource for future generations. This event is made possible by generous support from The Blanche and Irving Laurie Foundation. 1JKOSdIKTm7 1R7yAWism8a ElQ3RdS3gB8 46cZ5xRWYdU htqA6gGJw2s 0vmps07wszV
Legendary broadcaster Bob Costas—winner of 29 Emmy Awards, more than any other sports broadcaster, and the only individual honored across news, sports, and entertainment—joins Budd Mishkin at The Paley Center for Media for an unforgettable evening of conversation and reflection. In this special program, Costas looks back on his extraordinary career and the defining role radio played in shaping his voice as one of the most respected sports journalists of his generation. Through rare audio clips and personal reflections, Costas offers insight into his conversations with icons such as Ted Williams, Hank Aaron, Wilt Chamberlain, and Mickey Mantle—revealing how preparation, trust, and nuance unlock the most honest moments from legends. The discussion also examines the evolution of sports coverage since 1980, the responsibilities of modern sportscasters in a 24-hour media landscape, and the enduring power of sports storytelling as both cultural record and personal legacy. The evening also marks a meaningful moment for The Paley Center, as Costas announces the donation of classic interviews from his acclaimed radio series Costas Coast to Coast to the Paley Archive. These landmark conversations will be preserved as an invaluable resource for future generations. This event is made possible by generous support from The Blanche and Irving Laurie Foundation. 1JKOSdIKTm7 1R7yAWism8a ElQ3RdS3gB8 46cZ5xRWYdU htqA6gGJw2s 0vmps07wszV