James Donaldson Speaks with Arif Khatib, Founder of The Multi Ethnic Sports Hall of Fame
Standing Above The Crowd with James Donaldson
Release Date: 09/16/2025
Standing Above the Crowd 16 featuring former NBA GM Pete Babcock
Standing Above The Crowd with James Donaldson
James Donaldson interviews long time former General Manager with the NBA, Pete Babcock. Pete talks about his involvement with the NBA and his new book "Courts of Justice" which talks about the early years of the NBA and the integration of the first black players into the NBA. Enjoy!
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Standing Above the Crowd 15 Featuring Best-Selling Author Patrick Snow
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Today's episode has host James Donaldson speaking with best selling author and book coach Patrick Snow. Patrick has authord and published several books and helped James Donaldson to author and publish two books so far. Enjoy!
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Tribute to George Raveling Pt. 4
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The 4th in a series of episodes on a Tribute to George Raveling. Today's guest are three of the top and best Washington State University basketball players from the early 70's through the late 70's. The guest are Ricky Brown, Don Collins and Harold Rhodes. James Donaldson is your host.
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Tribute to George Raveling Pt. 3
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A continuation of our tribute to George Raveling with guests, former assistant Washington State Basketball coach Mark Edwards, former sports information director Rod Commons, former WSU players Steve Johnson, Angelo Hill and Kevin Graffis. James Donaldson is your host.
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A Tribute To Coach George Raveling Pt. 2
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In this tribute to George Raveling, the guests are Coach Mark Edwards, Former Washington State University basketball players Bob and Dave Niehl and Brad Jackson
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Tribute to George Raveling Pt. 1
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James speaks with former coaches who coached with George Raveling back in the day. Raveling was a Hall of Fame coach, mentor, role model for many, including myself. On the show today is Coach Mark Edwards from Washington University in St. Louis, Jack Fertig and John Heff sharing some gret memories of their time being with and working with George Raveling.
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James Donaldson Speaks with Life Coach Janice Fortman
Standing Above The Crowd with James Donaldson
Dr. Janice Fortman is a renowned public speaking coach, relationship coach, and award-winning author, celebrated for her expertise in effective communication dynamics. With over 20 years of experience, Dr. Jan has become a leading voice in transforming interpersonal relationships. Her unique approach combines practical communication strategies with deep psychological insights, empowering individuals to foster healthier, more fulfilling personal and professional connections. Dr. Fortman is not just about solving problems, but nurturing understanding, empathy, and connection to improve...
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James Donaldson Interviews Professor Brad King
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Standing Above the Crowd Podcast featuring Professor Brad King. James interviews local and long time educator Professor Brad King. An African American educator for over 40 years and currently a substitute teacher for the Kent and Renton school districts in the State of Washington. Working with all students and tryingt o make a difference is his forte.
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James Donaldson Speaks with NBA Champion and Recent Author Bill Cartwright
Standing Above The Crowd with James Donaldson
NBA Champion and NBA great, Bill Cartwright, was the 3rd pick in the 1979 draft. Behind Magic Johnson and Larry Bird. James Donaldson's and Bill Cartwright's competion (and friendship) against each other goes back 50 years to 1975 when they were both high school basketball stars in Sacramento California. Cartwright is also a recent author.
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James Donaldson Speaks with Arif Khatib, Founder of The Multi Ethnic Sports Hall of Fame
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The Multi Ethnic Sports Hall of Fame was established about 25 years ago to give recognition to historically undeserved and overlooked great athletes from the past. These are athletes who are Olympians and or former professional athletes. Honored not only for the athletic contributions but for the community and social contributions as well. Arif Khatib is the founder and continues to drive the organization forward.
info_outlineThe Multi Ethnic Sports Hall of Fame was established about 25 years ago to give recognition to historically undeserved and overlooked great athletes from the past. These are athletes who are Olympians and or former professional athletes.
Honored not only for the athletic contributions but for the community and social contributions as well.
Arif Khatib is the founder and continues to drive the organization forward.