Pivot Podcast

By: The Pivot A Part of Fanatics
Listen for free

  • Summary

  • Former NFL stars Ryan Clark, Fred Taylor and Channing Crowder have transcended the podcast game, topping the charts globally by creating a new form of media and carving an unprecedented niche in the space of sports, music and entertainment. Hosting weekly sit-down conversations with A-list stars, delivering timely discussions on important topics, not only becoming a voice of influence but one of impact as their unguarded emotion, humor and experience has established The Pivot as a premiere podcast destination. Packing the perfect balance of personalities and character, Ryan, Channing and Fred have pivoted their own professional careers and personal experiences into colorful storytelling, a genuine flow of conversation and originality, igniting a passion within viewers and listeners around the world to tap in weekly. The trio’s unrivaled chemistry has created a sought after environment of comfort and culture for professional athletes, celebrities, entertainers to be their authentic self on a filterless platform. Embracing the word Pivot, the platform has transformed the narrative driven by challenges, life lessons, loss and change into the ability to accept, adjust and move forward.
    Show more Show less
Episodes
  • Ryan Clark, Fred Taylor & Channing Crowder talk personal mission statement, NFL Headlines & Storylines, Tua's future, Brett Favre news, Bryce Young, NIL debacle with QB Matthew Sluka and the guys reveal own football traumas & future fears

    Ryan Clark, Fred Taylor & Channing Crowder talk personal mission statement, NFL Headlines & Storylines, Tua's future, Brett Favre news, Bryce Young, NIL debacle with QB Matthew Sluka and the guys reveal own football traumas & future fears
    Sep 27 2024
    "There is nothing else in life I would rather be known as, or rather do, than play football. I never wanted to be alive and not have lived." Ryan Clark on the risks of playing football all his life. You have been asking and we finally made it happen, a conversation with just the Pivot talking about all things around the league, in life, in sports and some current hot topics that have sparked a more in-depth discussion. On this episode of the Pivot, in partnership with Fanatics, it's just the three guys—Ryan, Fred, and Channing—sitting down to talk about the latest in the sports world. With the NFL season kicking off, there's a been a lot to talk about, so we start it off by hitting on the headlines around the league. One major topic that’s been heavy on the minds of everyone in the NFL and the fanbase which always becomes more pressing when we see one of our own go down with a head injury is CTE. It’s something that’s affected our Pivot family personally, having lost people we care about to it, and it shapes how the guys see their own futures after Tua’s recent concussion and whether he will continue to play the game he loves or hang up his cleats. The guys dive into how the game always had the same risks, we just know more now than we did back then. Channing shares personal experiences and expresses his own fears with his health, while Ryan and Fred discuss the game that defined them for their entire lives and how they wouldn't change anything they did to play but also understand the unknown is scary and that new knowledge offers a different perspective but also doesn't change their love of the game. Will Tua come back this season—or ever? We dive into that, plus what it means to balance risk and living life, even when the game can leave a mark. For the guys, football is worth every hit. Along that topic, the news of Brett Favre’s Parkinson’s diagnosis sparked a lot of debate. It’s a tough situation, but the guys are brutally honest on not being able to ignore the welfare scheme scandal Favre was caught up in, making it hard to have sympathy for someone who stole from the poor and is now trying to get pity through his diagnosis. The timing of it all angers Channing and Ryan and they don't hold back as to why. Moving to College football, UNLV’s undefeated QB Matthew Sluka decided to leave the program despite his success because he didn’t get what he was promised. This new NIL system is at a critical point, and we break down the challenges of giving young athletes so much money and responsibility while minimizing the adversity of teaching moments which seems to lessen the learning curve for college players by big paydays. Speaking of money, Bryce Young’s situation with the Panthers came under the microscope as Andy Dalton took over the starting role this past week and led Carolina to a much needed win. The franchise paid the former No. 1 pick big bucks, but now he's benched after one season, so what’s next for him? And before the guys wrap the conversation, Ryan challenges Fred and Channing to think about their lives and how they approach each day, wondering if they'd change anything looking back and define goals moving forward shaping what each's "life" Mission statements would be as the guys open up and get personal, sharing their journey, the whys and experiences that shape their thoughts. Thank you SoFi for sponsoring the video! Go to https://www.sofigamechangers.com to enter for a chance to win. Our friends at SoFi are giving away $100k to public high school sports teams around the country. If you got a team who could use an assist, enter for a chance to win! And thanks to SNICKERS. We’re giving you a shot at turning your rookie mistake into a chance to win amazing prizes, including tickets to the Super Bowl! To enter and for full rules and relevant dates, go to https://SNICKERS.com/RookieMistake business.linkedin.com/pivotpodcast to post your job for free! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
    Show more Show less
    1 hr and 8 mins
  • Cory Hardrict: Actor on navigating life after high-profile divorce, co-parenting, staying authentic to culture, focus on career, working with Tyler Perry, Meagan Good and what's next

    Cory Hardrict: Actor on navigating life after high-profile divorce, co-parenting, staying authentic to culture, focus on career, working with Tyler Perry, Meagan Good and what's next
    Sep 24 2024
    Save 50% on your system, plus a free indoor security camera and your first month is free when you sign up for Core Monitoring. Visit https://SimpliSafe.com/pivot to customize yours! Try SimpliSafe risk-free. If you don’t love it, return it for a full refund within 60 days. "Black men have feelings. Black men hurt. Black men are in pain...and sometimes we feel like we're dealing with it alone..." Cory Hardrict Actor and Producer On this episode of the Pivot, in partnership with Fanatics, the guys have a conversation about the ups and downs of life, dealing with trauma and changes we never expected and how to find strength in our families and passions while celebrating the wins with gratitude instead of guilt. Cory Hardrict may seem like an overnight success but he's been climbing his way to the top of the box office for over two decades, he’s made a name for himself with roles in films like Never Been Kissed, American Sniper, Netflix’s Brotherly Love, and most recently, Tyler Perry’s Divorce in the Black with costar Meagan Goo. Cory prides himself in always evolving and his dedication to perfecting his craft, and committed to being a role model—not just for other actors, but also for the Black community and his own kids. Beyond the bright lights of Hollywood, the guys touch on some real talk—being a Black man in today’s society, toxic masculinity, and the importance of uplifting fellow Black men. Cory shares experiences about overcoming hardship, staying focused, and using his platform to inspire others...While also getting honest on his divorce and moving forward in the most positive way. Cory lets his walls down and opens up to Ryan, Channing and Fred that everyone struggles from time to time and it shouldn’t be looked down upon for men, especially black men to cry, express themselves or ask for help. In a recent panel, Cory opens up on how he cried almost everyday for over a year as he adjusted to so many changes in his life from dealing with a high profile divorce from actress Tia Mowry to public misconceptions about his character to being strong for his children while focusing on his demanding career. Not shying away from the difficulties of headlines or public splits, Cory keeps it real saying he believes in unconditional love and that everything from this point on is for his kids and no room for mistakes or missteps. His divorce may have kept his name in tabloids for the past 2 years but his acting career has kept him atop the box office with several star roles. Working with Meagan Good has challenged him as well as lifted him to a different tier to be seen as a character who can play any role. Despite his love for acting, Cory shares his perspective on always proving yourself as a black man in Hollywood and staying grounded. He also opens up about growing up in Chicago, losing both his brother and mother, and how those pivotal moments pushed him to build a better life for his own family. Tap in now for this conversation that pulls you in and makes you look at life differently with the glass half full rather than half empty. All new episodes of The Pivot release every Tuesday at 12:00pm est and Friday at 3:30pm est. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
    Show more Show less
    56 mins
  • Steve Stoute Music & Advertising mogul talks Super Bowl Halftime act Kendrck Lamar vs Lil Wayne, Jay Z's impact, Reveals Drake news, rise of UnitedMasters, the fall of P Diddy & business philosophy

    Steve Stoute Music & Advertising mogul talks Super Bowl Halftime act Kendrck Lamar vs Lil Wayne, Jay Z's impact, Reveals Drake news, rise of UnitedMasters, the fall of P Diddy & business philosophy
    Sep 20 2024
    "The fact that these artists are getting their flowers, getting a chance to perform on this stage, these black artists..If it wasn't for Jay-Z, this wouldn't be happening. So how can you come down and criticize this man like that? it's beyond me." Steve Stoute sounds off on the recent Super Bowl Halftime controversry. Steve Stoute is the ultimate American success story. He’s worn a lot of hats—author, entrepreneur, ad exec, and most notoriously, a music mogul. For nearly three decades, he's played a pivotal role at some of the biggest music labels from Interscope, Geffen, and Sony, to working with massive names like U2 and Eminem. Ultimately he's helped shape not just hip-hop, but today's music culture as a whole and continues to find ways to bridge the gap with culture, sports, music and global reach. In this episode, in partnership with Fanatics, Stoute takes us on a wild ride through his experiences in music, advertising, and business and how valuing relationships fueled his journey to the top. We had to start the conversation off and get right to it- With loud buzz around Kendrick Lamar being announced as this year’s Super Bowl Half-time Act... controversy continues to swirl around the choice and blame being put towards Jay Z, who is on of Stoute’s closest friends and business confidants. Jay, who’s been a major part of choosing the NFL’s biggest act of the year, is taking heat for selecting Kendrick over the hometown star and fan favorite Lil Wayne to headline New Orleans Super Bowl. Steve is blown away by the negativity towards Jay's choice, confused why people aren’t celebrating that Jay has made such strides for culture to be apart of a big event vs making it personal as football and music fans alike are split, and even some big-name artists, like Nicki Minaj, have weighed in with their grievances. Stoute delves into this topic with Ryan, Fred, and Chan, sharing the inside scoop on how the decision really went down, what he thinks of the backlash, and who was originally asked to perform! Ryan understands this Super Bowl controversy has caused a lot of backlash and ugliness from different areas of the industry but RC says this isn’t nearly the black eye to culture that the continuous fall of P Diddy has stirred up, as more allegations are revealed and Diddy’s recent arrest landed him in jail without bail. Knowing Diddy for a long time, the guys ask Stoute to honestly speak to it all, especially the fallout and if he ever saw any signs or this coming…. The conversation shifts to where things are heading with music, sports, culture and owning media rights as well as creation of platforms controlling the space vs the old days where networks and big companies dictated the industry. While Stoute started in an era where artists were burning their own records and signing deals with record labels to get noticed, he speaks to how the landscape has completely shifted. With social media, consumers can find an artist's music without them needing a label-- and he thinks this transition is beneficial. He's all about artists owning their craft and not "selling their souls" to big companies which is what led him to start UnitedMasters, to help creators keep control of their music, name, and likeness. Fred asks him about the recent Dame Dash situation with and how he sees it all playing out. Stoute’s family roots and emphasis on relationships has always played a part in his work ethic and drive to make money. Steve breaks down the lessons he learned in the early days of his career and how he was able to navigate big moves, taking chances and never settling for anything less than his goals. The guys soak up the knowledge from Steve as he breaks down the music industry’s inner workings, connect music with sports, providing a front-row seat to the conversations shaping culture and give a better understanding of how key relationships have paved the way for so many to experience a new wave of success at any level. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
    Show more Show less
    1 hr and 22 mins
Social Sciences Football
Show more Show less

What listeners say about Pivot Podcast

Average customer ratings
Overall
  • 5 out of 5 stars
  • 5 Stars
    3
  • 4 Stars
    0
  • 3 Stars
    0
  • 2 Stars
    0
  • 1 Stars
    0
Performance
  • 5 out of 5 stars
  • 5 Stars
    3
  • 4 Stars
    0
  • 3 Stars
    0
  • 2 Stars
    0
  • 1 Stars
    0
Story
  • 5 out of 5 stars
  • 5 Stars
    3
  • 4 Stars
    0
  • 3 Stars
    0
  • 2 Stars
    0
  • 1 Stars
    0

Reviews - Please select the tabs below to change the source of reviews.

Audible.com reviews

Amazon reviews
Sort by:
Filter by:
  • Overall
    5 out of 5 stars
  • Performance
    5 out of 5 stars
  • Story
    5 out of 5 stars
Profile Image for Bert

Great life lessons and stories

Big Steelers and RC fan but never got into podcasts until now. The Pivot is an awesome mix of personalities and life lessons from all walks of life, not just football. But of course great football talk. Also I got a new love and respect for Crowder and Freaky Freddy Taylor. It's like hanging out with your best buddies and shooting the shit for hours on end. Highly recommended!

Report this

Something went wrong. Please try again in a few minutes.

You voted on this review!

You reported this review!

  • Overall
    5 out of 5 stars
  • Performance
    5 out of 5 stars
  • Story
    5 out of 5 stars
Profile Image for Ashley W.

Was a good podcast

I liked it a lot, it was fun to listen to and about different football players. I hope they come out with new episodes too. I think I could listen to this podcast everyday. Thank you for making this podcast.

Report this

Something went wrong. Please try again in a few minutes.

You voted on this review!

You reported this review!