

HoS: Tom Tolbert
Dec 7, 2024
In an engaging conversation, Tom Tolbert, a beloved Bay Area sports radio host and former NBA player, reflects on his journey through basketball and radio. He shares nostalgic tales of college basketball’s competitive spirit, revealing how athletes often carry the weight of their losses. The discussion ventures into the tense dynamics of the Lakers during his career, touching on Kobe Bryant's insights and camaraderie with Shaquille O'Neal. Tolbert's light-hearted approach to serious topics like risk and connection in radio keeps the conversation lively and relatable.
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Intro
00:00 • 2min
Weather Warnings: A Family's Crossroads
02:22 • 4min
Reflections on Risk and Connection in Radio
05:54 • 2min
Nostalgia and Regret on the Court
07:32 • 12min
From High School to the NBA: An Athlete's Journey
19:39 • 9min
Reflections on Lakers' Tensions and Teammate Memories
28:35 • 2min
Nostalgia for the NBA's Golden Era
30:51 • 22min