I am always impressed with Costas's speaking. He NEVER fumbles! He hardly ever mispronounces a frickin word! The dude is a jedi. When I think of a broadcaster, I think of Bob Costas
@@katella can’t tell if you really believe that impeccable public speaking is not a skill or if you’re just one of those guys that disagree just to disagree. Probably the latter.
I did bob's makeup for sports events many moons ago. Boston Celtic games especially . He was very professional, pleasant, very intense and extremely prepared. I still work in tv and film as a makeup artist but gotta say he was one in a million. They dont make em like that anymore.
Costas had a late night show in the 80s. His guests were not all athletes. That show was fantastic. He interviewed in long form, one hour with one guest. Those interviews were incredible.
It may have gone back to the end of the '80s, but I mostly remember "Later with Bob Costas" as being in the '90s, and my favorite interview he did was probably around '94 or '95 with Dick Clark.
Bob Costas is a man of tremendous intelligence, integrity and grit. Mr. Costas is one of the few in my generation who is not overrated. He prepared with a good education at Syracuse, he had insight into broadcasting, and when opportunity knocked with the ABA he made a huge career out of it. As we heard, it was not easy.
Never knew about his Father. Just reminds me to never assume what an individual has gone through in their life. Respect for Bob for telling these personal stories.
Just learned the same type of stuff about Skip Bayless upbringing and was totally blown away. Watched these guys on TV for decades and suddenly within a day learned more about their upbringing than I ever knew that totally reshaped the way I saw them as people
Bob’s account of his father’s gambling and how it effected the family deeply touched me. We’re about the same age and I could have said nearly the exact things about my dad, except that he lived into his eighties. The sports betting, the bookies, the happy times when he was winning and abusive anger when he was losing lasted his whole life. If I had been broadcasting the Olympics, he probably wouldn’t have watched because he couldn’t have bet on it. Today’s availability and promotion of legal betting is going to result in unhappy homes and terrified families. Thanks, Bob.
As a lifelong gambler....not a sports bettor but rather a casino/horse player......I can tell you the best thing this country can do is to raise the legal gambling age to 25. There are so many young people..... particularly college aged students.....that are in over their heads with gambling. Legislation raising the age of legalized gambling will do 2 things......first it will entice young people to at least think about why society feels the need to make it more difficult for young people to make bets......and second it would help a lot of young people from losing their student loans and personal savings until they at least complete their education. By doing so.....at the very least.....these kids would have an education to fall back on. ..so that at the very least....if they had a gambling problem....they'd have a college education to straighten out their life.
Maybe a course you have to complete. Showing examples of the pitfalls of gambling to deter people. Gambling haa destroyed just as many lives aa drugs and alcohol
@@johncummings5350 there are sports betting ads all over TV now. Its a gold rush like 2005 online poker to be #1. I am sure there are roughly half a million american problem gamblers
His sister was my and my wife's best friend. She was as unorthodox as Bob is conventional. She worked as a professional clown, she ran a health food store, she was a master gardener. I met Bob at a baseball talk, and again at his sister's service. Very nice guy.
I have always loved and admired Bob Costas. He is as straightforward and genuine as they come in a world where many things and many people are not as they seem. To say he is a standout is an understatement. After this interview my respect grows even greater. This man is a humble role model and mentor for any young man wishing to be true to himself, cultivate morals and ethics, humanity and be a success in anything he chooses. Bob Costas does not disappoint.
For those who are new watching a Bensinger interview...you are seeing one of the very best at his craft. He listens, allows the interviewee to talk, asks important questions, and we - the viewer - gained some insight! Great job, Graham!
A very touching story. It reminds me of my late father-in-law who passed away on Derby Day 1976. A week after his passing a man called my mother-in-law and told her he had money for her that her husband had bet on the Kentucky derby. Now there was an honest bookie. A fond family story.
Great interview. My dad was a hard working farmer and absolutely loved construction. Really wish he could see the building we are working on today. I know he’d be there every morning at 7am.
Mr. Costas, great job through this tough interview! Your Dad had his demons, as did many of ours. But if your Dad could view you through a more stable, loving lens today, I am sure he would be overjoyed and so proud of you!
A very honest and genuine interview with Bob about his family. Much respect to him as this is not always an easy thing to do. I particularly enjoyed the part where Bob spoke of his Mother’s collection of VHS tapes of him from TV. That’s so awesome.
For Bob to relate the trials of his life and how he managed through, really says to me that we all have the capability to "Grow Up" and "Get Over" issues that some would use as a crutch for not doing better. This is the essence of growth, it's different for each of us, it's often hard, it can crush you If You Let It. Fascinating interview - thanks Graham. Be well everyone & Thanks Bob
Mr. Bensinger is a class act. This is one of the best interviews I have watched. Yo bring that out of a reporter has to be difficult because they're are the ones used to asking the questions. Bravo Sir
When you said you were getting Bob Costas, I couldn't wait for this to come out. I'm watching these videos and Graham, this interview is better than I could've imagined. Thank you for doing this and keep up the great work,
My dad never thought I would amount to much. Luckily, I always thought he was a moron and then later in my 30s I realized he was just jealous of the life his kids lead since he grew up in the depression with a father most of the time and life was tough.
@@mdarrenu neat you were able to see life from his point of view and have some sympathy or at least some understanding as to why he was the way he was. I am trying my best as a parent but must wonder what flaws my kids will identify in my parenting.
Crazy how parents decades later still pull on your heart strings.Moms are great the piles of videotapes of him shows how much moms love their children.very interesting details
In Ken Burns' Baseball documentary he briefly mentions his father and brusquely says the two had nothing in common. His fondest memory was his father taking him to a game at Yankee Stadium in 1959.
Graham goes deep in these conversations. That’s why I love watching these. Bob opened up about something painful and many of us have that memory of our Dad gambling or not and wanting to get the love and respect from him but it’s too late. And that pain lingers on in our soul and I never heard him mention his Dad ever but Graham does his homework.
This man, Bob Costas, was my first recognition, to my love affair with sports commentary, punditry, or perhaps the love was for his personal flair for understated drama , perfectly crafted phrasing and the elegance of a prolonged weighted pause. The recounting of the turns of his life stories are compelling in their matter of fact- ness. Thanks for a lifetime of stories of victories and defeats, wins and losses, triumph and disasters and helping us realize the wisdom in “ treating those two imposters just the same”.
I never knew that Bob Costas and I had this in common. I too grew up with a volatile tempered father. He always saw the things I wanted to do in life as meaningless or short sighted. When I quit college and enlisted in the Marine Corps, he didn't talk to me for 6 months. This was never resolved. Anyway, just wanted to say that Bob has handled this in a much more gracious way than myself. This is one of the reasons why I admire Bob so deeply.
You handled it fine, personally, I'd never talk to the putz ever again. With some people, resolving issues is a never ending process, its easier to just let that person go.
Meaningless? That is so unfortunate that he chose to see it that way. It takes guts to choose a different path when the practical one is set out before us. I hope you find some peace with it as it was likely his insecurities or his ambitions that he was foisting upon you. Also, thank you for your service.
I’ve talked my father maybe 3 times in the last 25 years or so, for the same reasons can’t choose our family, but we don’t have to choose to spend time with them as adults
Bob said elsewhere the only thing he and his father ever had in common was their love for the Yankees. Read Jerry West's biography and the hate Jerry felt towards his father.
I followed Bob since he was the announncer for the St. Louis Steamers ABA team in 1967 over 50 years ago. In the pantheon of great announcers, Vin Scully, Jack Buck, Bob Prince, Lindsay Nelson , Harry Carey, Pat Summerall, and the rest Bob Costas has earned a place.
Agreed SInce I started college at St. Louis U, in 1967, I remember Bob well, St, Louis was on an upswing then Gaslight Square still existed, the Blues franchise arrived, as did the Steamers, KSHE Radio, and our other sports teams, the baseball and football Cardinals were doing well and drawing crowds. The Arch had been completed the year before and the river supported all sorts of new and old attractions from the Admiral, to the Becky Thatcher, the Santa Maria, and a Navy minesweeper,. Bob Costas is certainly on a par with all of those greats and his star is still rising. Wish I could say the same for St. Louis. I lived there for seven years and still live an hour or so away, but only go now to my doctor's at Barnes. The town is too dangerous now.
It's so different listening to him talk as a person rather than a Broadcaster...it's as if he's just like the rest of us just a little more notable from his accomplishments. I think his dad would've been proud of him.
Bob Costas a true class act and hats off to Graham Bensinger , what a fantastic interview. This is how it's done, ask a question and let the person tell their story. Fantastic and even though the channel doesn't need me-I subscribed!
@@GrahamBensinger Seriously. I thumb through channels late at night and come across your show & start watching it and don't turn it off cuz its very interesting. You show real care and compassion with the people you interview. And, I am not into sports as I mentioned! Thanks for what you do. Kudos to you. Keep up the great work, which Im sure you will. 👍👍👍👍👍
Great series. I use to think most people who are successful had a normal upbringing. All of us go through our own hardships. I am surprised at how candid and comfortable Mr.C seemed talking about some tragic events in his childhood.
I have always admired Bob Costas and feel fortunate that I once enjoyed a one on-one conversation with him. It was immediately after the close of a “Winter Warmup” banquet at the then Clarion Hotel in Downtown St. Louis. Some of my friends were embarrassing themselves near the head table as they sought photos with baseball legends. I, however, went to the rear of the hall where a man was standing alone. I spoke to him and knew immediately that it was Bob Costas. We talked for about ten minutes. From that conversation it was easy to understand why so many people respect and admire this great broadcaster.
From what I heard some of those old-school parents Dad's, in particular, were nothing to play with. My father was abusive, had PTSD, had drug issues, and was killed before I could graduate from college and was a smart and humorous person. I often missed the good times.
Great point at 4:40 mark…I patched things up with my Dad he’s 85 I felt so much relief. Holding on to anger is negative power. Bob is the consummate pro announcer. He never has to try and emulate anyone….the rookies emulate him.
Its amazing how well Bob has done. He loved his dad i think and lost his dad too soon. Still his dad was maybe narcissistic and would possibly shout at the screen as Bob says from jealousy or disapproval. A good dad is usually gentle, the scars from abusive type dads are very hard to forget or get over.
I so enjoy these Bensinger interviews. Costas, of course, was wonderful, but he's allowed to go into such great description because Bensinger is not constantly interrupting and competing with the guest. Bensinger actual listens ... as the good ones always do. I also appreciated how he wanted Costas to expound on what he meant when he said that his father had a "volatile" temper. 2:10. Keep up the good work!
I like that Costas highlights and pays tribute to his Dad's friend who brought the money...that was a true friend for what he did cause that money was needed for a widow and her kids..... Steve Collins you are the real MVP for doing the right thing then. 6K then was about 48k nowadays wow.
I remember the interview Bob Costas did with Jerry Sandusky. Bob was direct, unflinching, persistent, and even keeled, hugely impressive. The interview was revealing.
I haven't seen a video segment of it yet, but I would love to hear what Costas has to say about working with Bob Uecker. My favorite Costas/Uecker moment: they're calling a World Series game together and Costas is going on and on about a million different hypotheticals regarding the current play…If he does this it’ll only be the fourth time that’s ever been done…If he does that they’ll have to make this or that adjustment…that sort of statistical stuff he's so great at. The pitch comes in low and it’s called a strike. Uecker says, “Ohhhh, bad call. No way that was a strike…” Costas says, “Well don’t sugar coat it like that Bob, tell us how you really feel.” Uecker says, “No that was just a bad call.” Costas says, “Anything else you want to get off your chest Bob?” Uecker replies, “The only thing I’ve got on my chest is you.” Killed me. So much fun to listen to. I wonder how it was to actually be doing it.
Good story. And well said, btw. Aside from being prepared and knowing baseball, what separates Costas from a number of other sportscasters was his sense of humor. I think he probably liked that comeback from Uecker.
My mother was a chronic alcoholic. She was also over burdened with 3 kids when my father didn't want custody after their divorce. He was American and she was British. An ocean separated my parents. But her heavy drinking forced us in and out of foster homes while she went to hospitals for treatment. The last time I saw her alive, she was trying one more time to take care of us, but it wasn't working, as she preceded to drink heavily again. I flagged down someone walking by our house to call the police, because my mother was trying to cook by putting plastic plates on the stove and causing things to catch fire. As a kid, that stuff scares you to death. So I was mad at her. As she was sitting in a chair, crying, we were being led out of the house by the police. It was a familiar scene. She look up at me as we passed by her and says, "I love you, son". And I didn't reply. About 2 weeks later she committed suicide by jumping off a bridge. Of course, I've always been bothered that I didn't respond to her. Would it have made a difference? I don't know. But I certainly wish I had told her I loved her back. She had it tough. I wish of all us kids could've given her more support. But we were 12, 9 and 6, and we didn't know much ourselves. We were disappointed with her a lot, and I wish we could've also praised her more when things were good. It might've helped a little.
My wife is a nurse and either Bob Costas Mom or Grandmother was hospitalized in Michigan approx. 30 some years ago and my wife was taking care of her but she did not know it was Bob's mother/grandmother. Then my wife got a phone call at the desk and one of the other nurses told my wife that a Bob Costas wanted to talk to her. Once on the phone, she realized it was THEE Bob Costas. She lknew his voice quite well since her father constantly watched sports and Bob has that distinct voice. After she was done, she told the other nurses who had been on the phone and the girl nurses didn't know who he was, but all the guy nurses did and were jelous. LOL It made her day and she said he was super nice.
Bob didn’t want to mention about his father’s physical abuse. I remember the bassist Carol Kaye mentioning that she got into a car accident in 1976. But later, it was found to be domestic violence.
For a multitude of reasons I understand not wanting to share the ‘whole’ story. Yet if we don’t share we carry the ‘load’ alone AND others who too struggle-victim or perpetrator-lose out on the benefits of being vulnerable.
My father was a horrible and very abusive alcoholic, among his lesser issues was paying myself or all my older brothers and sisters a compliment, he always had to be the center of attention, he tried his hand at carpentry in his spare time, he never let me do much except hand him things, I grew up and became a Carpenter, and remodeled, even though he was a horrible father, because of the physical and mental abuse, I to this day wish I could bring him back to life for one day, and show him the garages, additions, the decks I've built, just to force a compliment from his mouth, it seems no matter how horrible your father or mother were, you still want some sort of approval from them. What bob said, was very relative to myself Aswell as many others. I made sure that I would never treat my son that way, and I never have.. never carry on that torment, to your children, you learn from it
well said, pretty much every song I sing on stage or song I write by myself, even 25+ years later there’s always this underlining thought process underneath it all, and it’s always the same “maybe this is the one that would make him respect me, or even like me” 😞
I miss Costas Coast to Coast, sitting in my chair on Sunday night and listening to his interviews. Best in my mind was the Wilt Chamberlain interview at his restaurant. I’ll never forget his “spinners” comment.
I am always impressed with Costas's speaking. He NEVER fumbles! He hardly ever mispronounces a frickin word! The dude is a jedi. When I think of a broadcaster, I think of Bob Costas
That’s very true. He’s extremely well spoken!
When I watch Bob
I know he learned from the legends past
Jedi? Being able to speak your own language is not a special skill. In other countries it is common to be fluent in several languages.
He works at it.
@@katella can’t tell if you really believe that impeccable public speaking is not a skill or if you’re just one of those guys that disagree just to disagree. Probably the latter.
I did bob's makeup for sports events many moons ago. Boston Celtic games especially . He was very professional, pleasant, very intense and extremely prepared. I still work in tv and film as a makeup artist but gotta say he was one in a million. They dont make em like that anymore.
Wow..that's good to hear...that says a lot about you and him..much respect to you love
We kinda adopted him in St. Louis, as he was working at KMOX, paying his career dues.
@@rollsroyce2627 Her name is Tricia. Don't think she's anybody's brother 😕.
@@jpmccray6754 my bad I didn't look sorry thank you for the correction..peace
To me always seemed to be a man with very high integrity and moral values?
I used to drive for Bob. He was always polite and never got upset.
Were you his gay lover ?
Your dad would have been so proud-Bob you are indeed one of the greatest broadcaster's ever
Costas had a late night show in the 80s. His guests were not all athletes. That show was fantastic. He interviewed in long form, one hour with one guest. Those interviews were incredible.
Later had some of the best interviews anywhere.
I always wondered what happened to Bob Costas!!!!!
I remember that show. We always tried to watch it. I think we were able to catch more than half of those broadcasts.
I didn't even know he did sports. Later Tonight with Bob Costas is the best television interview show all time.
It may have gone back to the end of the '80s, but I mostly remember "Later with Bob Costas" as being in the '90s, and my favorite interview he did was probably around '94 or '95 with Dick Clark.
Man, this guy has a gift for communication.
Bob Costas is a man of tremendous intelligence, integrity and grit. Mr. Costas is one of the few in my generation who is not overrated. He prepared with a good education at Syracuse, he had insight into broadcasting, and when opportunity knocked with the ABA he made a huge career out of it. As we heard, it was not easy.
Integrity? Um ok. Guess you haven't heard what's been said
Just goes to show you never know what someone is going through or has been through. I respect Mr. Costas all the more.
Never knew about his Father. Just reminds me to never assume what an individual has gone through in their life. Respect for Bob for telling these personal stories.
Just learned the same type of stuff about Skip Bayless upbringing and was totally blown away. Watched these guys on TV for decades and suddenly within a day learned more about their upbringing than I ever knew that totally reshaped the way I saw them as people
That is so true, the total stranger sitting or standing next to us, the stories they could tell.
Thank you Bob for sitting down for this interview and being open. Thank you Graham for making your guests feel so comfortable during your interviews.
Bob’s account of his father’s gambling and how it effected the family deeply touched me. We’re about the same age and I could have said nearly the exact things about my dad, except that he lived into his eighties. The sports betting, the bookies, the happy times when he was winning and abusive anger when he was losing lasted his whole life. If I had been broadcasting the Olympics, he probably wouldn’t have watched because he couldn’t have bet on it. Today’s availability and promotion of legal betting is going to result in unhappy homes and terrified families. Thanks, Bob.
As a lifelong gambler....not a sports bettor but rather a casino/horse player......I can tell you the best thing this country can do is to raise the legal gambling age to 25. There are so many young people..... particularly college aged students.....that are in over their heads with gambling. Legislation raising the age of legalized gambling will do 2 things......first it will entice young people to at least think about why society feels the need to make it more difficult for young people to make bets......and second it would help a lot of young people from losing their student loans and personal savings until they at least complete their education. By doing so.....at the very least.....these kids would have an education to fall back on. ..so that at the very least....if they had a gambling problem....they'd have a college education to straighten out their life.
Maybe a course you have to complete. Showing examples of the pitfalls of gambling to deter people. Gambling haa destroyed just as many lives aa drugs and alcohol
@@izang5800 If people only knew how many gamblers have problems.......it's an epidemic.
@@johncummings5350 some maintain and arent betting the their livelihood. Some are betting their livelihood and borrowing and stealing
@@johncummings5350 there are sports betting ads all over TV now. Its a gold rush like 2005 online poker to be #1. I am sure there are roughly half a million american problem gamblers
Great interview. I never even imagined that Mr. Costas had this type of family background. Thank you for bringing it out of him. Very well done.
Bob has alluded to the bookies on-air infrequently over the years. But this was the most in-depth I have heard.
Graham Bensinger interviewed one of the greatest interviewers!
His sister was my and my wife's best friend. She was as unorthodox as Bob is conventional. She worked as a professional clown, she ran a health food store, she was a master gardener. I met Bob at a baseball talk, and again at his sister's service. Very nice guy.
I have always loved and admired Bob Costas. He is as straightforward and genuine as they come in a world where many things and many people are not as they seem. To say he is a standout is an understatement. After this interview my respect grows even greater. This man is a humble role model and mentor for any young man wishing to be true to himself, cultivate morals and ethics, humanity and be a success in anything he chooses. Bob Costas does not disappoint.
X2! Hear hear.
Straight forward. Mister Gun Control who has armed bodyguard and his answer is I'm important and you're not
Bob’s stellar vocabulary usage is wonderful to listen to.
He is in a league of his own in Sports Broadcasting! I so respect and admire him!
Great interview. It's very unusual to hear Bob Costa talking about his private life. I've seen a whole new side of him here. ❤
He’s a great spokesman and story teller.
No one is as analytical and common sense acute as Costas.The man knows his stuff...always.A real pro.
For those who are new watching a Bensinger interview...you are seeing one of the very best at his craft. He listens, allows the interviewee to talk, asks important questions, and we - the viewer - gained some insight! Great job, Graham!
A very touching story. It reminds me of my late father-in-law who passed away on Derby Day 1976. A week after his passing a man called my mother-in-law and told her he had money for her that her husband had bet on the Kentucky derby. Now there was an honest bookie. A fond family story.
Great interview. My dad was a hard working farmer and absolutely loved construction. Really wish he could see the building we are working on today. I know he’d be there every morning at 7am.
God bless you
God bless
Bob Costas will always be a legendary figure in broadcasting
Mr. Costas, great job through this tough interview! Your Dad had his demons, as did many of ours. But if your Dad could view you through a more stable, loving lens today, I am sure he would be overjoyed and so proud of you!
A very honest and genuine interview with Bob about his family. Much respect to him as this is not always an easy thing to do. I particularly enjoyed the part where Bob spoke of his Mother’s collection of VHS tapes of him from TV. That’s so awesome.
Bob Costas is a good, gracious, humble and Man, I know because I met and talked with this man on multiple occasions!
Even when he is being interviewed it’s hard to not listen!! He had me stuck!!! Great interview!!!
A well spoken man
Fine voice
You are the best interviewer bringing out the best of a fantastic sportscaster
Easily one of if not the best sportscasters who ever lived!I can't help but believe his dad would be very proudof what his son has achieved in life.
For Bob to relate the trials of his life and how he managed through, really says to me that we all have the capability to "Grow Up" and "Get Over" issues that some would use as a crutch for not doing better. This is the essence of growth, it's different for each of us, it's often hard, it can crush you If You Let It. Fascinating interview - thanks Graham. Be well everyone & Thanks Bob
Mr. Bensinger is a class act. This is one of the best interviews I have watched. Yo bring that out of a reporter has to be difficult because they're are the ones used to asking the questions. Bravo Sir
When you said you were getting Bob Costas, I couldn't wait for this to come out.
I'm watching these videos and Graham, this interview is better than I could've imagined.
Thank you for doing this and keep up the great work,
Heartbreaking to hear a person wonder what their parents would think of them as a matured and accomplished adult. I can relate.
Same here.
I hear that.
He sure discovered how his mother felt. Over 300 VHS tapes of "Bobby" on every show imaginable.
My dad never thought I would amount to much. Luckily, I always thought he was a moron and then later in my 30s I realized he was just jealous of the life his kids lead since he grew up in the depression with a father most of the time and life was tough.
@@mdarrenu neat you were able to see life from his point of view and have some sympathy or at least some understanding as to why he was the way he was. I am trying my best as a parent but must wonder what flaws my kids will identify in my parenting.
Master articulater,even out of the sports world
Crazy how parents decades later still pull on your heart strings.Moms are great the piles of videotapes of him shows how much moms love their children.very interesting details
Finally.
An interview I thoroughly enjoyed.
Thank you both.
Don't think I've ever heard him talking about his personal life or history. Very interesting.
Which is amazing considering how much he likes to hear himself talk
Probably why this show is called in depth 🤷🏻♂️🤓
@@M-hc9xm doesn’t and hasn’t he been paid to talk? People actually wanna hear him unlike, well, you😘
In Ken Burns' Baseball documentary he briefly mentions his father and brusquely says the two had nothing in common. His fondest memory was his father taking him to a game at Yankee Stadium in 1959.
Yeah because he’s always the one asking questions.
Excellent interview with real insights from Bob. Thank you for your work.
Graham goes deep in these conversations. That’s why I love watching these. Bob opened up about something painful and many of us have that memory of our Dad gambling or not and wanting to get the love and respect from him but it’s too late. And that pain lingers on in our soul and I never heard him mention his Dad ever but Graham does his homework.
Bob Costas almost can't believe his own story as he tells it, legend.
Your Dad would have been immensely proud of you Bob. Your a legend, appreciate your work. 💯🥇
You’re a legend, not your a legend
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This man, Bob Costas, was my first recognition, to my love affair with sports commentary, punditry, or perhaps the love was for his personal flair for understated drama , perfectly crafted phrasing and the elegance of a prolonged weighted pause.
The recounting of the turns of his life stories are compelling in their matter of fact- ness. Thanks for a lifetime of stories of victories and defeats, wins and losses, triumph and disasters and helping us realize the wisdom in “ treating those two imposters just the same”.
I never knew that Bob Costas and I had this in common. I too grew up with a volatile tempered father. He always saw the things I wanted to do in life as meaningless or short sighted. When I quit college and enlisted in the Marine Corps, he didn't talk to me for 6 months. This was never resolved. Anyway, just wanted to say that Bob has handled this in a much more gracious way than myself. This is one of the reasons why I admire Bob so deeply.
Not many of us have Bob Costas' courage and self-knowledge, that's for sure.
You handled it fine, personally, I'd never talk to the putz ever again. With some people, resolving issues is a never ending process, its easier to just let that person go.
@@JimsEquipmentShed Thanks for the support. He's gone now, but I still hear that ridicule in my head. At times it's overwhelming.
Meaningless? That is so unfortunate that he chose to see it that way. It takes guts to choose a different path when the practical one is set out before us. I hope you find some peace with it as it was likely his insecurities or his ambitions that he was foisting upon you. Also, thank you for your service.
I’ve talked my father maybe 3 times in the last 25 years or so, for the same reasons
can’t choose our family, but we don’t have to choose to spend time with them as adults
Absolutely loved his story! You just never know what a person has gone through!
Wow, I've never seen Costas so visibly uncomfortable. His scars from his dad's behavior are deep
Bob said elsewhere the only thing he and his father ever had in common was their love for the Yankees. Read Jerry West's biography and the hate Jerry felt towards his father.
I followed Bob since he was the announncer for the St. Louis Steamers ABA team in 1967 over 50 years ago. In the pantheon of great announcers, Vin Scully, Jack Buck, Bob Prince, Lindsay Nelson , Harry Carey, Pat Summerall, and the rest Bob Costas has earned a place.
Só Bob was the announcer at 15 years old?
Agreed SInce I started college at St. Louis U, in 1967, I remember Bob well, St, Louis was on an upswing then Gaslight Square still existed, the Blues franchise arrived, as did the Steamers, KSHE Radio, and our other sports teams, the baseball and football Cardinals were doing well and drawing crowds. The Arch had been completed the year before and the river supported all sorts of new and old attractions from the Admiral, to the Becky Thatcher, the Santa Maria, and a Navy minesweeper,. Bob Costas is certainly on a par with all of those greats and his star is still rising. Wish I could say the same for St. Louis. I lived there for seven years and still live an hour or so away, but only go now to my doctor's at Barnes. The town is too dangerous now.
It's so different listening to him talk as a person rather than a Broadcaster...it's as if he's just like the rest of us just a little more notable from his accomplishments. I think his dad would've been proud of him.
What a profound heartfelt story. Thanks for sharing Mr Costas.
Bob Costas a true class act and hats off to Graham Bensinger , what a fantastic interview. This is how it's done, ask a question and let the person tell their story. Fantastic and even though the channel doesn't need me-I subscribed!
Thank you!!
He always comes off as a good man. Best to you, Mr. Costas.
Holy S!!! Bob holding it together in this!! New found respect for this icon.
Right…I wanted to give him a hug.
Yup!!!
Gifted interviewer; you are in the same league as Bob Costas and that’s saying a lot. Keep up the good work!
Very insightful conversation, glad I watched.
Graham Bensinger is a great interviewer. I’m not even into sports but I inevitably find myself intrigued by every interview I’ve seen GB do.
Thank you, Barbara!
@@GrahamBensinger Seriously. I thumb through channels late at night and come across your show & start watching it and don't turn it off cuz its very interesting. You show real care and compassion with the people you interview. And, I am not into sports as I mentioned! Thanks for what you do. Kudos to you. Keep up the great work, which Im sure you will. 👍👍👍👍👍
Great series. I use to think most people who are successful had a normal upbringing. All of us go through our own hardships. I am surprised at how candid and comfortable Mr.C seemed talking about some tragic events in his childhood.
It’s not always the case.
I have always admired Bob Costas and feel fortunate that I once enjoyed a one on-one conversation with him. It was immediately after the close of a “Winter Warmup” banquet at the then Clarion Hotel in Downtown St. Louis. Some of my friends were embarrassing themselves near the head table as they sought photos with baseball legends. I, however, went to the rear of the hall where a man was standing alone. I spoke to him and knew immediately that it was Bob Costas. We talked for about ten minutes. From that conversation it was easy to understand why so many people respect and admire this great broadcaster.
That is more than I ever learned about Bob Costas despite watching him for 30 plus years. Graham and his researchers/producers are exceptional.
Listening to u know he would be very proud of u take my word for it!!!! Smile because he’s smiling down on u right now!!!!!!!
From what I heard some of those old-school parents Dad's, in particular, were nothing to play with. My father was abusive, had PTSD, had drug issues, and was killed before I could graduate from college and was a smart and humorous person. I often missed the good times.
I have so admired and enjoyed Bob Costas over the years and reviewing his Later programs again on TH-cam...thank you
Great point at 4:40 mark…I patched things up with my Dad he’s 85 I felt so much relief. Holding on to anger is negative power.
Bob is the consummate pro announcer. He never has to try and emulate anyone….the rookies emulate him.
Bob is a man with integrity and sadly there aren’t many like him.
Its amazing how well Bob has done. He loved his dad i think and lost his dad too soon. Still his dad was maybe narcissistic and would possibly shout at the screen as Bob says from jealousy or disapproval. A good dad is usually gentle, the scars from abusive type dads are very hard to forget or get over.
Fascinating interview!
It is so good to hear his side of his story
Grew up listening to “young Bobby Costas” in St Louis. He did the Mizzou Tigers games on KMOX.
Bob is definitely G.O.A.T. status. Thank your contribution.
I stayed up late for his talk show when I was in high school, always groggy the next day because of it. I found his style mesmerizing.
Bobby giving in an interview what he gets from others. Love it.
Bob had lead an interesting life
He is honest & a great broadcaster
even people who go off to be famous. sometimes have it rough growing up. one NEVER knows another person's family heart-ships.
I so enjoy these Bensinger interviews. Costas, of course, was wonderful, but he's allowed to go into such great description because Bensinger is not constantly interrupting and competing with the guest. Bensinger actual listens ... as the good ones always do.
I also appreciated how he wanted Costas to expound on what he meant when he said that his father had a "volatile" temper. 2:10.
Keep up the good work!
I like that Costas highlights and pays tribute to his Dad's friend who brought the money...that was a true friend for what he did cause that money was needed for a widow and her kids..... Steve Collins you are the real MVP for doing the right thing then. 6K then was about 48k nowadays wow.
Man, this is priceless.....Both are legends....
Great interview. Thanks
I could listen to him talk all day.
Bob Costas - extremely articulate.
I have Always enjoyed listening to Bob Costas ever since He was broadcasting those games on NBC with Tony Kubek.
I remember the interview Bob Costas did with Jerry Sandusky. Bob was direct, unflinching, persistent, and even keeled, hugely impressive. The interview was revealing.
Love your show, Graham! LOVE Mr. Costas….👍❤️
an abusive parent. it leaves you with everything from sorrow to relief when they die.
Very good interview.
Bob is legend - classy, thorough, and good human
I lost my father when I was a child ….very painful experience.
15 here.... he was 44
Great vid! Enjoyable to watch.
The loss of something you never had can be so hurtful. I think his Dad would have appreciated Bob's career path.
I remember that show. I think it was called "Later with Bob Costas." He's an Incredibly talented interviewer.
I haven't seen a video segment of it yet, but I would love to hear what Costas has to say about working with Bob Uecker. My favorite Costas/Uecker moment: they're calling a World Series game together and Costas is going on and on about a million different hypotheticals regarding the current play…If he does this it’ll only be the fourth time that’s ever been done…If he does that they’ll have to make this or that adjustment…that sort of statistical stuff he's so great at. The pitch comes in low and it’s called a strike. Uecker says, “Ohhhh, bad call. No way that was a strike…” Costas says, “Well don’t sugar coat it like that Bob, tell us how you really feel.” Uecker says, “No that was just a bad call.” Costas says, “Anything else you want to get off your chest Bob?” Uecker replies, “The only thing I’ve got on my chest is you.” Killed me. So much fun to listen to. I wonder how it was to actually be doing it.
Good story. And well said, btw. Aside from being prepared and knowing baseball, what separates Costas from a number of other sportscasters was his sense of humor. I think he probably liked that comeback from Uecker.
@@jamesanthony5681 Definitely!
My mother was a chronic alcoholic. She was also over burdened with 3 kids when my father didn't want custody after their divorce. He was American and she was British. An ocean separated my parents. But her heavy drinking forced us in and out of foster homes while she went to hospitals for treatment. The last time I saw her alive, she was trying one more time to take care of us, but it wasn't working, as she preceded to drink heavily again. I flagged down someone walking by our house to call the police, because my mother was trying to cook by putting plastic plates on the stove and causing things to catch fire. As a kid, that stuff scares you to death. So I was mad at her. As she was sitting in a chair, crying, we were being led out of the house by the police. It was a familiar scene. She look up at me as we passed by her and says, "I love you, son". And I didn't reply. About 2 weeks later she committed suicide by jumping off a bridge.
Of course, I've always been bothered that I didn't respond to her. Would it have made a difference? I don't know. But I certainly wish I had told her I loved her back. She had it tough. I wish of all us kids could've given her more support. But we were 12, 9 and 6, and we didn't know much ourselves. We were disappointed with her a lot, and I wish we could've also praised her more when things were good. It might've helped a little.
Sorry to hear
My wife is a nurse and either Bob Costas Mom or Grandmother was hospitalized in Michigan approx. 30 some years ago and my wife was taking care of her but she did not know it was Bob's mother/grandmother. Then my wife got a phone call at the desk and one of the other nurses told my wife that a Bob Costas wanted to talk to her. Once on the phone, she realized it was THEE Bob Costas. She lknew his voice quite well since her father constantly watched sports and Bob has that distinct voice. After she was done, she told the other nurses who had been on the phone and the girl nurses didn't know who he was, but all the guy nurses did and were jelous. LOL It made her day and she said he was super nice.
Much respect to you Bob 👍
Had a Dad straight out of the movies too. An icon.
💜✌🏽💜
Not bad for a kid from Queens. His interview with Mickey Mantle was the best.
Never saw Costas like this. He was a Long Island boy who made good
Great Interview..Bob Costas is an icon
I've never seen Costas this emotional... It's quantity time, not quality
Bob didn’t want to mention about his father’s physical abuse. I remember the bassist Carol Kaye mentioning that she got into a car accident in 1976. But later, it was found to be domestic violence.
For a multitude of reasons I understand not wanting to share the ‘whole’ story. Yet if we don’t share we carry the ‘load’ alone AND others who too struggle-victim or perpetrator-lose out on the benefits of being vulnerable.
Great interview! GG Rebimik
For broadcasting, nobody has ever been greater. Some may have been as good but you don't get better than Costas.
My father was a horrible and very abusive alcoholic, among his lesser issues was paying myself or all my older brothers and sisters a compliment, he always had to be the center of attention, he tried his hand at carpentry in his spare time, he never let me do much except hand him things, I grew up and became a Carpenter, and remodeled, even though he was a horrible father, because of the physical and mental abuse, I to this day wish I could bring him back to life for one day, and show him the garages, additions, the decks I've built, just to force a compliment from his mouth, it seems no matter how horrible your father or mother were, you still want some sort of approval from them. What bob said, was very relative to myself Aswell as many others. I made sure that I would never treat my son that way, and I never have.. never carry on that torment, to your children, you learn from it
well said, pretty much every song I sing on stage or song I write by myself, even 25+ years later there’s always this underlining thought process underneath it all, and it’s always the same
“maybe this is the one that would make him respect me, or even like me” 😞
I miss Costas Coast to Coast, sitting in my chair on Sunday night and listening to his interviews. Best in my mind was the Wilt Chamberlain interview at his restaurant. I’ll never forget his “spinners” comment.
Holy , when he talks about both sides of what is dad would think of his career , that was hard .