How did Kobe Bryant become “The B...

How did Kobe Bryant become “The Black Mamba”? Todd Herman was there | Todd Herman

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Insatiably Curious with Tony Potts by Insatiably Curious Media
S1 · E3
Sep 8, 2026
58:53

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Bestselling author and elite performance coach Todd Herman worked with Kobe Bryant as they developed the legendary Black Mamba alter ego — a mindset that helped Kobe separate the man from the fierce competitor who stepped onto the court.

Todd joins Tony Potts for a fascinating, fun conversation about Kobe, the psychology behind the Black Mamba, and the techniques Todd has used with superstar athletes, entrepreneurs and elite performers around the world.

And here's the best part: you don't have to be a superstar to use them.

Todd reveals how alter egos can help any of us overcome fear, self-doubt and pressure — the idea behind his bestselling book, The Alter Ego Effect.

“The Alter Ego Effect”: https://alteregoeffect.com/

INSATIABLY CURIOUS w/Tony Potts Where Curiosity Meets Human Greatness.

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Kobe Bryant Black Mamba Todd Herman Alter Ego Effect Insatiably Curious