Pivot Podcast

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.

Episodes

Josh Jacobs GreenBay Running Back: From being Homeless to NFL star, how sleeping in his car and growing up humble shaped his life, fatherhood, forgiveness and future of Packers, his take on Saquon, and shares Alabama stories of Nick Saban

April 29, 2025 • 50 mins

“My Biggest Pivot? Being homeless. Experiencing that, growing up having to really be humble, having to sacrifice and look at things from a different point of view. Not feeling like I ever fit in, I always feel like I had a lot of time to look inward.” Josh Jacobs. In life, we often see the end result of success but never understand the story of what one endures to achieve it. Perseverance often makes the difference between succe...

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2025 NFL Draft Ryan Clark, Fred Taylor, Channing Crowder react, break down big moves, inside news, Shedeur Sanders, the Jags get Travis Hunter, Giants win the night, Josh Jacobs stops by and Shannon Sharpe Fallout

April 25, 2025 • 68 mins

Football is back and we are ready to go! Round 1 of NFL Draft in the books and we are live in GreenBay with a front row seat to all the stars, big moves, surprise news and inside information as we go through the first night that sets up the start of another NFL Season! Travis Hunter in Jacksonville, only 2 Quarterbacks off the board, where does Shedeur Sanders land and how does Deion Sanders react. Ryan, Channing and Fred break it...

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Jack Bech NFL Draft Prospect opens up on losing his brother in Bourbon Street attack, overcoming adversity, how he's turned grief into grit, the power of faith and family and a special message to NFL teams when they select him this wknd

April 22, 2025 • 55 mins

“Last words I ever told him was I love him and keep fighting. So that’s what I’m gonna live by from now on, just keep fighting, keep going no matter the circumstance but just keep on going.” Jack Bech We try to find the right words to capture the impact and emotion of this episode, but this is one, that when you listen to it, you'll understand how rare and special of a human Jack Bech is and why any NFL team who drafts him, will i...

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Lane Kiffin College Football's most Polarizing figure, Ole Miss pride, personal growth, legacy of his father Monte Kiffin, Mentors Nick Saban & Pete Carroll and reveals the one thing that makes Quarterback Jaxson Dart so valuable in the NFL Draft

April 18, 2025 • 70 mins

"I didn't hit a rock bottom. I just got tired of digging…Tired of digging myself out of messes.” Lane Kiffin, Head Coach Ole Miss Football It's a football Friday episode with the fellas as Ryan, Channing and Fred chat with one of the most polarizing figures in college sports, Coach Lane Kiffin, who's sharp wit fans have come to expect, but this conversation reveals a side of him that few get to see, full of humility, gratitude an...

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Jay Shetty, Best-Selling author & Podcast guru, brings years of study, wisdom and experiences into the sports space, challenging Ryan, Channing and Fred to find clarity and balance in a busy world with pressures of relationships, love, work and society.

April 15, 2025 • 84 mins

“Even if you hate your job, you hate your career- Collect everything you possibly can from this experience and then move to the next thing and collect everything from that.” Jay Shetty Pivot Family, in this introspective and soul-stirring episode, we go outside our comfort zone of sports and entertainment, approach topics we tend to ignore and ask questions that will help guide us to not just find our purpose but to LIVE our purp...

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Michael Carter-Williams Former NBA Star opens up on Mental Health struggles and depression after early success, extra pressure going from Rookie of the year accolades to the injuries to fighting to feel alive and regain back control of his life.

April 11, 2025 • 56 mins

“I was at the lowest point, I didn't know what I wanted. I didn't even know if I wanted to be alive at the time.” Michael Carter-Williams Former NBA star In this powerful episode of The Pivot Podcast, former NBA Rookie of the Year Michael Carter-Williams sits down with Ryan Clark, Fred Taylor, and Channing Crowder to share the untold story of his journey through the highs and lows of professional basketball, the quiet moments tha...

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Penny Hardaway Pride of Memphis, NBA Hall of Famer to Visionary College Coach, Mentorship, Orlando Magic, Shaq stories, playing vs Michael Jordan, bond with grandma, NIL in NCAA and impactful legacy

April 8, 2025 • 59 mins

“I came back and gave my time so that I could give a young man an opportunity to dream, understand how to handle himself on and off court, have accountability, responsibility and to share a mentality that nothing is going to be given to you, you have to earn everything and get out of entitlement phase.” Penny Hardaway In this episode of The Pivot Podcast, Ryan, Channing and Fred sit down with NBA legend and Hall of Famer Penny Ha...

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Fred Kerley Track and Field Olympic Medalist, how track saved his life, extreme confidence, calls out Noah Lyles, how being a father changed him, addresses police incident in Miami, preparation, mission to become fastest man in world

April 4, 2025 • 60 mins

“I became world champion in a year and a half. People ain't been on my level. I’m more than special.” Fred Kerley Fred Kerley’s speed on the track is matched only by the intensity of his mindset and the strength of his journey. Sitting with Ryan, Channing and Fred- the guys are taking back by his serious demeanor and no-play attitude. From a football and basketball hopeful to one of the fastest men in the universe, the Olympic ...

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Andrew Schulz and Ryan Clark address their public disagreement, sharing the importance of uncomfortable conversations in growth, intent vs impact in comedy, personal struggles and Andrew's comments on black women explained.

April 1, 2025 • 72 mins

"You call me a lot of things, but ignorant I'd disagree on." Andrew Schulz Comedian and Actor Comedy is all about pushing boundaries, but what happens when the joke lands differently than expected? Over the past few months, Ryan Clark and Andrew Schulz have had a public disagreement stemming from comments Andrew made in jest about Black women and their influence on men's appearance. His remarks led Ryan to respond, emphasizing a...

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Ryan Clark, Fred Taylor, Channing Crowder discuss sports' biggest storylines and hot button topics from Stephen A to Lebron to Bronny to NCAA tournament, Deion Sanders + Asante Samuel to Viral morning routines to our different takes in parenting

March 28, 2025 • 63 mins

Before March bids us farewell, the guys weigh in on some of the sports madness the month has brought us and we aren't just talking about the NCAA tournament- we get into it all with a lot of laughs, heated debates and bold takes. From legend rivalries to the back forth of Stephen A and Lebron to social media craziness to Bronny's career to NCAA women's basketball this year vs last- Ryan, Fred, and Channing are breaking down the big...

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Jelly Roll Grammy Award Artist on music telling a story, power of resilience, overcoming shame, self-forgiveness, strength in marriage, fatherhood, weight loss journey, therapy and finding hope in faith

March 25, 2025 • 87 mins

“I had to do a 180. I had to completely turn my back on what was. And I still have to kill that little monster every day.” Jelly Roll We often say, "It's never too late to Pivot." and the epitome of that saying is the journey of Grammy Award Artist and Nashville Native, Jelly Roll, who's pure existence is an inspiration in every way. Opening up on his powerful path from a turbulent past, marked by addiction, incarceration, and emo...

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Cam Heyward Pittsburgh Steelers Captain, NFL All Pro, future of the Steelers, questions at Quarterback, bond with Mike Tomlin, chasing a Super Bowl, locker room, Family, Battling Depression and legacy

March 21, 2025 • 48 mins

“The individual stuff is great, but you truly measure greatness by what your team does.” Cam Heyward Pittsburgh Steelers All-Pro Ryan, Channing and Fred sit down with the heartbeat of the Pittsburgh Steelers, NFL Pro Bowler and All-Pro defensive tackle, Cam Heyward who joins the guys to talk about his football legacy, personal struggles, roster changes, quarterback questions and his relentless pursuit of a Super Bowl championship...

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Timbaland Musical Mastermind on creating legendary beats with Jay Z, Missy Elliott, Justin Timberlake, Aaliyah, battling addiction, rebuilding, describes the crash and burn from top, what saved him, learning to adapt and the future of Versuz's

March 18, 2025 • 66 mins

"You need to see what you are made of. I think everyone needs to go to the top and take a dip....Falling down really determines your true success. How do you get back up?" Timbaland You know how it goes Pivot Family- 'It’s been a long time, we shouldn’t have left you, without a dope beat to step to'....Well we have that beat, as we welcome entertainment icon, Timbaland to The Pivot as he delivers a masterclass in music, resilien...

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Natasha Cloud WNBA Champion, league voice on what's next for Women's basketball, CBA talks, Unrivaled competition, being Black & Gay in sports, family values, Dawn Staley the mentor, playing with Diana Taurasi, future of Caitlin Clark and Angel Reese

March 14, 2025 • 76 mins

“I’m never out here trying to prove to others who I am. I’m out here proving to myself that I’m exactly who I said I am.” Natasha Cloud WNBA Champion Pivot Family, We have had a lot of great conversations but this one is up there as one of our favorites because it’s so personal, covering so many life aspects we don’t talk about often and truly reveals the inner character of a remarkable woman who stands on strength and is fueled ...

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Anthony Mackie: Captain America takes us behind the scenes from New Orleans to Hollywood icon, challenges faced by black actors, being mentored by Denzel Washington, Don Cheadle love, breakout roles, raising young men today and future of film

March 11, 2025 • 65 mins

“I don't think it's a question of convincing people or convincing the world. My biggest hurdle was convincing myself.” Anthony Mackie on role of Captain America Pivot Family, We are back in New Orleans like we never left! Sitting with NOLA’s hometown hero who’s Hollywood’s new Captain America, Anthony Mackie, is sharing his rise to stardom in the film industry and taking us through how it all started and the challenges faced alon...

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Mikey Williams Basketball & Social Media Sensation fall from the top, how the former Five-Star recruit is playing college hoops at UCF trying to chase NBA dreams after 2023 arrest, shares regret and finding light in darkness

March 7, 2025 • 37 mins

“I’ll have a game where I play 5 minutes and I’ll shed a tear. I know it’s gotta get better. I just have to work my way back up...It gets dark, but I can't lose the light inside of me.” Mikey Williams UCF Basketball Player Pivot Family! As we are gearing up for March Madness in college hoops, Ryan, Channing and Fred sit down with social media star and former #1 high school prospect, Mikey Williams, who is playing at the Universit...

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Dion Dawkins NFL Star on survivor's remorse, avoiding street life as a kid, football journey, becoming a leader in Buffalo, reveals what makes Josh Allen different and why he believes Bills would have been better than Chiefs in Super Bowl

March 4, 2025 • 67 mins

“Figuring out what version of Dion I wanted to be. Definitely came with a lot of mistakes and definitely came with a lot of eye-opening experiences.” Dion Dawkins NFL Pro Pivot Family, ya'll definitely want to tap into this episode! It is a true example of “Accept, Adjust and Move Forward” as Ryan, Fred and Channing sit down with Buffalo Bills Pro Bowl tackle Dion Dawkins to go beyond the surface of who he is as a player and lear...

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Ryan Clark, Fred Taylor, Channing Crowder: Why do men wear tubesocks? Talking football, life, culture and more as they talk Shedeur Sanders, NFL Combine, disrespect of Lebron, Steph Curry, Kevin Durant, Hooters Closing, Floyd Mayweather, Tank Davis fight

February 28, 2025 • 67 mins

“What it all comes down to is for a lot of these young guys, choices, decisions, consequences. You got a choice not to participate.” Fred Taylor on young athletes’ decision-making Pivot Family, Your favorite trio is back with a new Pivot Friday talking all the biggest storylines in sports, culture and trying to make sense of life through our own experiences. As always Ryan Clark, Fred Taylor, and Channing Crowder keep it 100 as t...

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Master P Music Legend & Entrepreneur shares his journey of fame, fortune, family, building an empire, reveals truth about success, mentoring Snoop Dogg, New Orleans native, emotional struggles, importance of community & Mental Health awareness

February 25, 2025 • 55 mins

"Don’t be afraid to fail. I think that when people see us, they see all the success and see where we are at. But we’ve failed so many times and I think that's what keeps me going.” Master P Ryan Clark, Channing Crowder and Fred Taylor sit down with Hip-Hop legend and entrepreneur Master P, who joins the guys to talk about his rise from the third ward projects of New Orleans to becoming a music mogul to businessman to creating an...

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Richard Seymour NFL Hall of Famer to minority owner of Las Vegas Raiders, shares football journey, importance of relationships, reflects on physicality of play, defines Patriot Way, Tom Brady, Bill Belichick as College Coach and his faith in family.

February 21, 2025 • 57 mins

“Football may be what I’ve done, Family and relationships is who I am.” Richard Seymour NFL Hall of Famer In this episode of The Pivot Podcast, Ryan Clark, Channing Crowder, and Fred Taylor sit down with Richard Seymour to explore his football journey from overcoming doubt as a young man to Super Bowl Champion to NFL Hall of Fame and now part of team Ownership with the Las Vegas Raiders. Known for his grit, humility, and leadershi...

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