In this special podcast, we divert from our normal topics and conversations to talk about the tragic death of Kobe Bryant. We do not focus on his basketball career or accolades, rather we discuss how his death is impacting sport fans around the world and seek to shine some light on why so many people who never met him are feeling such a sense of loss. In doing so we dive into the wonder and beauty of sports and the relationship we as fans have with professional athletes. So if you are interested in a heartfelt conversation about how the death of one of sports’ greatest athletes is affecting people and what it all means in the larger landscape of life just sit back, relax, and enjoy this episode of The Sport Professor Podcast.