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In the early 1990s, I had a show on Sunday nights at 7:00 p.m. where I interviewed retired athletes and relived great sports moments from the past. (WSBH 1490)  Some interviews were live and others were taped at events such as the MLBPA/Comic Relief Benefit, Dan Marino Charity Golf Classic, Joe DiMaggio Legends Game, NATPE, and the Lipton Tennis Open. (now the Miami Open)  For example, I did a few interviews with Bob Beamon.  This article is from the archives. I wrote it for the program given out at a formal dinner event to honor Mr. Beamon (25th Anniversary of Long Jump record, Mexico City, 1968) WIND BENEATH MY WINGS by Bob Beamon and Perry Binder ©  1994 Perry Binder Sometimes when I get home after a particularly hectic day, I'll put on some jazz and take out my African drums to strike up a beat. As I close my eyes, my body succumbs to the rhythmic vibrations of pounding drums. With the stress of the day draining off, I kick back and try to reflect on where I've been and whe