How did Larry King see himself, and how did that shape everything he built? In this special episode of The Intentional Way, Bryan Hatch revisits a previous segment from the series Breakfast with Larry, where the legendary broadcaster reflects on life, legacy, and the art of listening.

Joined by longtime friend and writer Cal Fussman, the conversation explores trust in media, finding purpose in your work, and the deeper meaning behind the way Larry approached every interview.

If you're navigating what it means to live with purpose, and how to stay true to yourself even in the spotlight, this conversation offers timeless wisdom from a man who defined intentional communication.

[00:01:36] Bryan reflects on Larry King’s identity and how self-perception drives action

[00:04:05] Cal shares what it meant to co-host Breakfast with Larry and work alongside his idol

[00:06:38] Larry explains why interviewing always came naturally and how he approaches it without an agenda

[00:08:59] Cal recalls learning by osmosis and how Larry’s example shifted his perspective

[00:10:52] Larry discusses legacy, learning to draw people out, and how he never saw himself as a mentor

[00:13:19] The value of trust in interviews, why Larry’s neutrality became his greatest asset

[00:14:55] A critique of modern media and the disappearance of long-form interviews

[00:16:43] Why podcasting is the new frontier and how Bryan sees its marketing potential

[00:18:33] Larry reflects on what made Michael Jordan a master communicator

[00:20:18] Bryan and Cal imagine what Larry could become if he started at age 17 in today’s world

[00:21:45] Larry shares advice from a Swami that changed how he views each new day

[00:23:12] The team reflects on intentionality, consistency, and the spiritual power of gratitude

[00:25:57] Larry opens up about aging, frustration, and why his interview chair is still his safe place

[00:28:43] Cal and Bryan discuss Larry’s influence and how the legacy continues through the show

You can conntact Cal on LinkedIn here: https://www.linkedin.com/in/calfussman/

Learn more about Cal on his Instagram account here: https://www.instagram.com/calfussman/

Check out Cal's YouTube account here: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC1-LDY3GPXw3uEfUG25hf4A

Listen to Cal's podcast, Big Questions, here: https://www.calfussman.com/podcast

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