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Barry Bonds, Tiger Woods, and the Art of the Interview, With Mark Soltau
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Mark Soltau (Courtesy to Bay Area Innovators)
By Steve Ispas
1/15/2025Updated: 1/15/2025

What’s it like to spend over 20 years documenting the life of one of the world’s greatest athletes? Join us as sports journalist Mark Soltau shares unforgettable stories from his career and beyond.

Soltau reflects on his unique bond with Tiger Woods, beginning at Stanford and evolving into a decades-long partnership. “I saw him do things on the golf course no one else has ever done,” Soltau reveals.

Growing up with NFL legend Gordy Soltau, Mark Soltau learned humility and the value of relationships. These lessons shaped his approach as a writer and a person. “He treated everybody the same—never big-timed anyone—and people were drawn to him because of his humility,” said Soltau.

Soltau’s storytelling doesn’t stop at golf. He recounts his memorable interview with Barry Bonds, where a connection to their fathers turned an icy encounter into a 45-minute conversation.

Dive into Soltau’s incredible career and hear stories about Tiger Woods, Barry Bonds, and John McEnroe. Watch the full video for more amazing tales and inspiration!

Views expressed in this video are opinions of the host and guests, and do not necessarily reflect the views of The Epoch Times.

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