Thank you, Kobe.
“The most important thing is to try and inspire people so that they can be great in whatever they want to do”
Episode Description
Hear the impact of Kobe’s legacy on host David Gardner, as well as an unreleased Kobe story told by Chiney Ogwumike, an upcoming Season 3 guest.
In our small way at The Big Jump, we are paying tribute to a man who so well exemplified what The Big Jump is all about – reinventing yourself to write your own story.
Kobe pursued life with uncompromising desire, an expectation for greatness, and a relentless work ethic in pursuit of what he wanted out of life.
To honor Kobe's legacy, we ask all of you: What's the thing you most want in life? Who do you want to become? Go after it now. And go after it with all of your heart.
Guest Info
Kobe Bryant was an NBA legend who played 20 seasons with the Los Angeles Lakers. Bryant won five NBA championships, was an 18-time All-Star, was named the NBA’s Most Valuable Player in 2008, and won two gold medals as a member of the U.S. national Basketball team. After playing his last game on April 13, 2016, Bryant turned to storytelling. In 2018, he won the Academy Award for Best Animated Short Film for his film, Dear Basketball.
Listen
Show Links
Show Notes
Chiney Ogwumike’s story of Kobe Bryant [4:28]