Lead By Example with Bob Myers

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Warriors General Manager Bob Myers has spent his life in the basketball world. From a National Title at UCLA to his success as an NBA agent to building a dynasty as a premiere executive for the 4-time champion Warriors, Myers has learned to be a leader at the highest level. In Lead by Example, Myers sits down with leaders from every walk of life - sports, entrepreneurship, politics and entertainment - to share their experiences and the lessons learned along the way.

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Steve Kerr

Apr 04 2023 61 mins

Steve Kerr has seen everything during his basketball career. From barely being recruited out of high school, to winning five rings as a player alongside Michael Jordan and Tim Duncan, to four more at the helm of Golden State’s dynasty, his path has certainly been unlikely. When asked what his late father would’ve said about his journey, Kerr says, “He wouldn’t believe it.�

Diana Taurasi

Mar 28 2023 59 mins

“To be a great leader, you have to be a great follower first.” Diana Taurasi is the most accomplished women’s basketball player of all time, yet still believes she has to prove to herself everyday that she is on the level of her competitors. She sits down with the Warriors President and GM Bob Myers to discuss why she has yet to retire from the game and what she has left to a

J. Cole

Mar 21 2023 58 mins

“See it as high as you can see it - be delusional even.” J.Cole is one of the world’s most successful rappers and producers, but he tells Bob all if it wouldn’t have been possible if he didn’t have a seed of irrationality as a kid. He sits down with the Warriors President and GM to discuss what his first love was: music or basketball, and if he truly believed he had a sho

Megan Rapinoe

Mar 14 2023 60 mins

“We just get one life.” Megan Rapinoe is proud. But despite her gold-medal filled career, she is even more proud of her impact on society. The soccer legend sits down with Bob Myers to discuss being a dreamer at a young age, when she realized her talent and the decision to come out. She opens up about deciding to kneel in support of Colin Kaepernick and to shine light on police

Becky Hammon

Mar 07 2023 48 mins

Winning her first title hasn’t changed Las Vegas Aces head coach Becky Hammon. She sits down with Bob to detail how her perseverance shaped her success both as a player and a coach. Hammon assesses her desire to still be an NBA coach, while noting there’s still plenty of work to do in the WNBA. She examines her relationships with All-Stars Kelsey Plum and DeMar Derozan, and her

Coach K

Feb 28 2023 51 mins

We’re on the eve of the first March since 1974 without Mike Krzyzewski on the sidelines. He sits down with Bob Myers to give us a glimpse into his post-coaching life. They discuss his journey and the impact Bob Knight had on his career and leadership style. Coach K details his perseverance amidst early struggles at Duke, as well as his close relationship with and admiration for K

Adam Silver

Feb 21 2023 47 mins

A friend once called Adam Silver “the most introverted person in an extroverted position.” He sits down with Bob Myers to discuss where he found his voice and how he found his way to the NBA. Silver discusses the impact of his father and the influence of his predecessor David Stern, who even taught him how to pack a suitcase. He tells Bob about the toughest parts of his job and

Bob Iger

Feb 14 2023 54 mins

Despite all of his success as CEO of Disney, Bob Iger has an underdog mentality. Bob Myers sits down with him to examine his leadership journey and how the development of his strong work ethic early in life led to his success. They discuss his negotiations to purchase Pixar, Marvel and Lucasfilm, as well as Disney’s shift to streaming and the risk that went along with that decisi

Charles Barkley

Feb 07 2023 57 mins

Charles Barkley’s grandmother told him if he didn’t get a double-double he was an embarrassment to the family. He sits down with Bob to discuss being raised in the projects and his experience with racial divides. They break down the Hall of Famer’s authentic nature and the power of his voice, and highlight his “I Am Not a Role Model” Nike campaign. Bob wonders what it wou

Gavin Newsom

Jan 31 2023 41 mins

Gavin Newsom’s journey is one of perseverance and dedication. He sits down with Bob to examine how his early struggles with Dyslexia shaped his leadership journey, and details how his mother showed him the power of hard work. The Governor discusses the importance of leading through the prism of “What’s Your Why?” and making sure every decision comes from a place of empathy.