Episode

Seth Davis: "Wooden"

Podcast: Book Club with Michael Smerconish
Published: Apr 6, 2026
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Summary

Michael Smerconish sits down with Sports Illustrated senior writer Seth Davis to discuss his acclaimed biography "Wooden: A Coach’s Life." Davis offers a nuanced portrait of legendary UCLA coach John Wooden—exploring not just his unparalleled success on the court, but the complexities, pressures, and contradictions that shaped his life and legacy. From coaching philosophy to personal struggles, this conversation reveals the man behind the myth. Original air date 5 February 2014. The book was published on 14 January 2014. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.