564. Tim Flannery and Bruce Bochy
563. Franco Finn and Bryant Young
For the Golden State Warriors’ home games, Franco Finn is the team’s emcee, and he is known as the “Warriors Hype Man.” Also, in Super Bowl XXIX, rookie defensive tackle Bryant Young helped the San Francisco 49ers beat the San Diego Chargers 49-26! So, my 563rd video features both of them.
562. My Morning Jacket
My Morning Jacket is an awesome American rock band! Three of the band’s stellar songs are “Wordless Chorus,” “I’m Amazed,” and “Victory Dance.” So, my 562nd video features them.
561. Bob Lurie
From 1976 to 1993, Bob Lurie owned the San Francisco Giants! So, my 561st video features him. Giants broadcaster Mike Krukow, former San Francisco Mayor Art Agnos, and former Giants Executive Vice President Corey Busch also appear in this video.
560. Captain James Tiberius “Jim” Kirk
Actor William Shatner plays the role of Captain James Tiberius “Jim” Kirk in Star Trek. So, my 560th video features a question to him.
559. The Philadelphia Athletics
Under Manager Cornelius “Connie” Mack, the Philadelphia Athletics won five World Series championships! Some great players that Mack managed were third baseman Frank “Home Run” Baker, catcher Gordon “Mickey” Cochrane, second baseman Eddie Collins, first baseman Jimmie Foxx, left fielder Al Simmons, and pitchers Robert “Lefty” Grove, Charles “Chief” Bender, Eddie Plank, and George “Rube” Waddell. So, my 559th video features them.
558. Counting Crows
In 1991, Counting Crows formed in San Francisco! Five of the band’s superb songs are “Round Here,” “Earthquake Driver,” “Mr. Jones,” “Washington Square,” and “Rain King.” Therefore, my 558th video features them.
557. The Golden State Warriors, Leftover Salmon, and ALO
The Golden State Warriors are an awesome NBA franchise! Also, Leftover Salmon and ALO are two great bands! So, my 557th video features them. In addition, singer-songwriter Asher Belsky and Woodstock emcee Wavy Gravy appear in this video.
556. Jonny Gomes
Jonny Gomes was born in Petaluma, California, and he attended high school there! Left fielder Jonny Gomes helped the Boston Red Sox win the 2013 World Series. So, my 556th video features him.
555. Jim Thome
From 2003 to 2005, and in 2012, first baseman/designated hitter Jim Thome played for the Philadelphia Phillies! So, my 555th video features him.
554. Aaron Rowand
Center fielder Aaron Rowand played for both the Philadelphia Phillies and the San Francisco Giants! Therefore, my 554th video features Aaron Rowand, which was filmed by Adam Carter.
553. Eric Davis
Left fielder Eric Davis greatly helped the Cincinnati Reds win the 1990 World Series. Also, in the final season of his marvelous MLB career, he played for the 2001 San Francisco Giants! Therefore, my 553rd video features him, which was filmed by Rebecca Carter.
552. Jake Peavy
Right-handed pitcher Jake Peavy helped the San Francisco Giants win the 2014 World Series! Therefore, my 552nd video features him, which was filmed by Rebecca Carter.
551. Kenny Lofton
Center fielder Kenny Lofton played for both the San Francisco Giants and the Philadelphia Phillies! So, my 551st video features him, which was filmed by Rebecca Carter.
550. Steve Kerr
Head coach Steve Kerr led the Golden State Warriors to four NBA championships, in 2014-15, 2016-17, 2017-18, and 2021-22. In the four major North American pro sports leagues, Kerr’s four championship rings remain the most for a San Francisco Bay Area head coach! So, my 550th video features him.
549. Gwen Stefani, Sarah McLachlan, and Cher
Gwen Stefani, Sarah McLachlan, and Cher are marvelous musicians! Therefore, my 549th video features them.
548. Blue Öyster Cult
Four superb songs that Blue Öyster Cult produced are “Burnin’ for You,” “Godzilla,” “(Don’t Fear) The Reaper,” and “Flaming Telepaths.” So, my 548th video features the band performing these terrific tunes!
547. Gabe Kapler and Farhan Zaidi
Under the leadership of Manager Gabe Kapler and President of Baseball Operations Farhan Zaidi, the 2021 San Francisco Giants set a franchise single-season record with their 107 wins! Thanks to Sarah Parker for filming my questions to them, which appear in my 547th video.
546. Hunter Pence and Buster Posey
In the 2012 and 2014 postseasons, right fielder Hunter Pence and catcher Buster Posey greatly helped the San Francisco Giants win eight consecutive elimination games! So, my 546th video features them. Thanks to George Pasquel for filming my question to Pence and Posey.
545. Carl Weathers as Apollo Creed
Actor Carl Weathers starred as boxer Apollo Creed in the first four Rocky movies! Unfortunately, he just passed away. Recently, I had the honor of meeting the legendary Carl Weathers and asking him a question. Thanks to Mikyo Riggs for filming my question to Carl Weathers, which appears in my 545th video.