With Authority

Cal Football running back Marcel Dancy joins Casey, Chris and Julianne (in for Larry who’s on assignment) to talk about his tremendous efforts off the field. The Oakland native talks about his partnership with Burckhalter Elementary and why he’s been inspired to help families in need during the Covid-19 pandemic.

https://www.gofundme.com/f/z3gzk-dancy-fundraiser-burckhalter-elementary-children

An All-State Good Works team member, Marcel even met R&B superstar Usher while on a trip in New Orleans. He talks about his unconventional path from Laney College to the exact moment when he found out he would play for Cal.

We also learn which position group has the most swag and how the Bears are preparing for the 2020 football season.

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Bruce Maxwell's life changed because of one moment, one decision.

The former A's catcher took a knee to protest racism and police brutality in 2017, a decision that still impacts him today.

In a deep and meaningful, hour-long conversation, Maxwell opens up about his life and the overwhelming criticism and threats that led him down a path of depression, resulting in an arrest that made headlines.

"My life changed after that moment to be honest with you," he said on the "With Authority" podcast.

He says even now, three years later, he still endures threats and hateful comments for his actions.

"The threats and the comments that I was receiving, even to this day, about that day of kneeling during the national anthem, it's disturbing... I never knew somebody could possess so much hatred."

But he was doing what he believed was right.

"My parents always taught me, 'standing up for what's right might not be easy, but it is the right thing to do," he said.

Growing up bi-racial in Alabama, Maxwell details the challenges he faced, and what the tipping point was in his decision to become the first MLB player to take a knee.

He also offers his take on why he believes Drew Brees' recent comments about silent protests in the NFL show a lack of understanding of the social issues his teammates face every day, teammates who helped capitulate Brees’ Hall of Fame-level career.

"To make that statement on national television, that's a problem," he said.

As a member of a family with deep military ties, Maxwell is uniquely qualified to explain why silently protesting during the national anthem doesn't dishonor the flag or the troops.

And to "lose his career" over it, he says, is "demoralizing."

Now a reigning champion in Mexico's baseball league, he tells us how he's found happier times, while introducing us to his adorable puppy.

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Golden State Warriors center Marquese Chriss takes a pizookie break to join us for another "quarantine edition" of the With Authority Podcast. Chriss details how he found joy in his NBA journey by betting on himself.

He's also says he can't wait to come back and play NBA basketball even if it's just one game, tells us which teammate would probably be in big trouble playing without a crowd, and why the Last Dance left him thinking Steve Kerr is the real GOAT.

Get to know the man that has emerged as the answer at center for the Dubs before they break out next season with a healthy and revamped roster.

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As sports are slowly making a return, could soccer be on the way this summer? San Jose Earthquakes midfielder Shea Salinas joins Casey, Chris and Digital Producer Julianne -- filling in for Larry (who’s on assignment).

On the pod, the crew talks about a potential return of a Major League Soccer season, what that would look like with testing / safety in mind and the training needed to get back.

Casey and Shea bond over dad duties in quarantine, Julianne finds out which is better Tex-Mex or California Mexican food and Chris finds out the unique way Shea proposed to his wife (hint: did he really propose after a ski injury?).

All this and much more as Shea and his teammates hope to return to the pitch sooner rather than later.

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San Jose Sharks captain Logan Couture joins the With Authority podcast for an entertaining conversation about his love for the Buffalo Bills, potentially playing out the rest of this season and his unique choice for his goal song.

On the episode, we learn about how many teeth he’s lost, the most painful injury he’s ever suffered in a game and his friendship with former Stanford star and current Carolina Panthers RB Christian McCaffrey.

Plus, as a Canada native, is he a Bieber or Drake guy? Couture shares a unique story behind how he heard one of Canada’s most famous musicians extra early.

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49ers Defensive Lineman Arik Armstead joins the With Authority Podcast to check in with Larry, Casey and Chris. The guys talk about the 2020 49ers schedule, moving forward from the Super Bowl LIV loss and how Arik is doing his part to help the community – including an abundance of charitable activities.

Including this one, where you can submit a request for Arik to surprise your virtual classroom!

https://49ers.formstack.com/forms/story_time_with_arik_armstead

We also learn how Arik plans to reschedule his wedding due to the Covid-19 pandemic, his basketball career at Oregon and the story behind the unique spelling of his name.

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Arizona State Football head coach Herm Edwards joins ABC 7’s Chris Alvarez to talk about 49ers first round draft pick and former ASU wide receiver Brandon Aiyuk.

Learn why Coach Edwards says Aiyuk has some qualities that remind him of Jerry Rice and the special bond he shares with 49ers general manager John Lynch.

Plus - the Northern California native talks about growing up in Monterey, playing at Cal and his thoughts on what made Michael Jordan and Kobe Bryant so successful.

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The 8-time NBA champion and head coach of the Golden State Warriors, Steve Kerr, has been home with family, growing a quarantine beard since the stay at home order started.

Kerr joins the us to detail his thoughts on the Last Dance, the trait Stephen Curry shares with Michael Jordan, his new podcast with Seattle Seahawks head coach Pete Carroll and comedic venture.

He can do everything... right? We found the one thing he is NOT good at.

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Get to know San Francisco Giants new GM Scott Harris in an extended conversation. We were excited to have Harris on the show, because outside of his outstanding resume, personal details about him are hard to come by.

The son of two doctors, and a Bay Area native, Harris masterfully bobs and weaves through our questions and has a bit of fun in the process. This guy may be super young, but he's the real deal, Giants fans.

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Cal Football head coach Justin Wilcox joins ABC 7’s Chris Alvarez to talk about the current state of the Golden Bears during the Covid-19 pandemic. Cal was in the middle of spring football practice when everything was shut down.

Coach and Chris talk about the upcoming 2020 season, plus Aaron Rodgers' impact on the program and what he expects from Evan Weaver, Ashtyn Davis and Jaylinn Hawkins at the next level.

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