In Depth With Graham Bensinger

Legendary author James Patterson discusses his creative mindset surrounding his work. He also opens up about the collaborative process and partnerships with co-authors,including his long-lasting relationship with Mike Lupica.

Join Graham, Seth, and Brad as they break down the journey to their long-awaited conversation with filmmaking icon James Cameron. Almost ten years in the making, the interview became one of the toughest bookings the show has ever secured, complete with last-minute logistics and transforming Cameron’s space into a studio.

James Cameron reflects on the lessons it took him four decades to truly understand — about leadership, pressure, creativity, and the personal cost of relentless ambition.From his early years pushing himself and others to the brink, to moments that forced him to confront how fear, control, and intensity shape the people around you, Cameron opens up about the evolution that changed not just how he works, but who he is.He discusses learning to lead without intimidation, why being right isn’t the same as being effective, and how maturity reshaped his definition of success. Cameron also shares insights on risk, failure, discipline under pressure, and the mindset that allowed him to survive — and thrive — in environments where most people would fold.

Comedian Tom Green shares wild and unforgettable stories, from his appearance on The David Letterman Show to his viral success with “The Bum Bum Song,” partying with Dennis Rodman in New York City, and once having William Shatner as his landlord.

Businessman Howard Schultz narrates the success of Starbucks in China as an American, company-owned brand, sharing that Starbucks opens a new location every day in China. Howard revisits a speech he gave at Peking University, pointing to his hope for improved relations between the two countries. Finally, he breaks down Starbuck’s appeal in China and credits Starbucks China CEO Belinda Wong as one of the most valuable people in the company for her ability to create brand success despite hostility between the nations.