In this episode, Larry Krueger and Greg Silver welcome Michelle Smith, author of "Life's Work," a book about Tara VanDerveer, the winningest coach in NCAA basketball history. They discuss Tara's remarkable career, from building a model of sustained excellence at Stanford to paving the way for women's basketball in the Bay Area. Michelle shares her insights on Tara's influence on the local market, her innovative approach to the game, and the impact of her legacy on the WNBA. They also touch on the growth of women's sports and the future of the league.

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