908 Kobe Bryant on Life, Love and Legacy

<p>“If you’re going to have a story, have a big story.” - Joseph Campbell</p><p>I was heartbroken to hear the news of the fatal helicopter crash that caused the death of legendary Kobe Bryant, along with his oldest daughter Gigi and seven others.</p><p>Kobe inspired me for years, and I know he inspired so many other people across the world.</p><p>My heart goes out to his family and the families of those involved with the crash. There are no words to express my sadness. When I interviewed Kobe in 2018, I asked him what love was, and he described love as "a journey that has its ups and its downs...it's a certain persistence to go through the good times and the bad times with someone or something that you truly love."</p><p>Even though Kobe is not with us, I know that his legacy of love and greatness will continue to inspire and strengthen us for years to come.</p><p>In this episode, I wanted to revisit our interview together as a memorial of his testament of greatness. Kobe was a champion, and to be a champion, you have to have the champion mentality. He definitely had that figured out.</p><p>No one has mastered the art of staying focused on your goal and working tirelessly towards it like the legend and icon, Kobe Bryant. </p><p>Kobe is widely regarded as one of the best basketball players of all time.</p><p>He won five NBA championships with the Lakers and led the NBA in scoring during two seasons. He was an 18-time All-Star, 15-time member of the All-NBA Team, 12-time member of the All-Defensive Team. He holds the NBA record for the most seasons played with one franchise for an entire career: 20 seasons with the Los Angeles Lakers.</p><p>In 2018, he received an Academy Award for his animated short “Dear Basketball.” He also launched a podcast called <em>The Punies</em> that teaches kids morals and history in a really fun way.</p><p>Kobe was known for his Mamba Mentality, but it’s his big heart that is truly admirable. He was constantly reinventing himself and continuing to pursue new dreams.</p><p>I have so much