Like many during the COVID-19 pandemic, Steve Bitker has adjusted to working from home to be a continued radio presence on KCBS each morning from the sports desk. The Bay Area Radio Hall of Fame broadcaster offers his candid insight on how and why this crisis has escalated. While their haven’t been games, there is still plenty of content to fill his radio segments and our conversation–where society, sports and free speech intertwine. The appreciation of fine food has become family affair along with a social consciousness that has was passed down from his father. Bitker discusses sports books, meeting the writer of an iconic favorite and the challenges of being a book author. Finally, Steve takes a peek at the career finish line and a life beyond :15 and :45.