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Pivot Podcast

It"s Never Too Late To Pivot

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

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64:25

BigXthaPlug on new music, life after prison, promise...

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2026/10/09

"I love my fans, I don’t love music or the industry but I do it to provide for my kids.”BigXthaPlugIn his first exclusive sit-down ahead of his highly anticipated new album, BigXthaPlug joins The Pivot Podcast for a raw, unfiltered conversation about the man behind the music — and the battles that success can’t silence. From life after prison to navigating fatherhood in the spotlight, BigXthaPlug opens up about his evolving relationship with his parents, the bond he shares with his father and

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64:15

Pablo Torre finds out everything, from losing ESPN...

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2026/10/06

“I will go to prison before I reveal who my sources are.”Pablo TorreOn this episode of The Pivot Podcast, Pablo Torre joins Ryan Clark, Channing Crowder and Fred Taylor for a wide-ranging conversation about the journey that took him from Harvard, to ESPN, to building a show of his own—and becoming one of the most fearless investigative voices in sports media. Pablo opens up about the highs and lows of his career, including the surreal experience of losing his ESPN show on the very same day his

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62:21

Bart Scott former NFL All Pro, Detroit upbringing...

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2026/10/02

"You either die the hero or live long enough to see yourself become the villain." Bart ScottFormer NFL linebacker and outspoken media personality Bart Scott joinsRyan, Fred and Channing for an unfiltered conversation about the journey that shaped him — from growing up in Detroit, nearly having his college football career derailed, to becoming one of the most feared defensive players in Baltimore and New York. Bart takes us back to his college days and the pivotal moment when a coach who didn’t

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63:47

Charlamagne tha God on becoming a media mogul,...

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2026/09/29

"Sometimes I think you should be aware of everything and acknowledge nothing." CharlamagneRyan Clark, Fred Taylor, and Channing Crowder sit down with Charlamagne Tha God for a wide-ranging conversation about ownership, culture, media, and building a lasting empire. Charlamagne takes us through his journey from radio and finding his voice to becoming an influential media entrepreneur and owner. He opens up about the lessons he’s learned along the way, the importance of controlling your platform,

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59:53

Kara Lawson from top tier athlete to prominent coach...

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2026/09/25

"Who puts us in the best situation to win each night...I'm here for all the smoke!" Kara LawsonKara Lawson joins Ryan Clark, Channing Crowder and Fred Taylor for a powerful conversation about the journey from elite athlete to one of basketball’s most respected leaders and coaches. Fresh off a Gold Medal win at the 2026 FIBA World Cup, Coach takes us inside her experience with USA Basketball and the challenge of coaching a roster loaded with some of the greatest talent in the world—including Angel

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59:59

Xavi Simons professional football phenom on Tottenham...

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2026/09/22

“No one teaches you how to be famous.”Xavi Simons From being a young football sensation in the spotlight to navigating family, fame, setbacks and the weight of expectations, Xavi Simons joinsThe Pivotfor an honest conversation about the journey behind the player. Xavi opens up about growing up with the world watching, finding his identity beyond the hype, and the family and people who helped shape him along the way. Sharing how his father was not present and being the namesake of a professional

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73:05

Colin Kaepernick beyond the headlines. Beyond the...

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2026/09/18

Colin Kaepernick joinsRyan, Channing and Fred for one of his most personal and revealing conversations yet.A decade after he took a knee and changed the conversation around athletes, race, protest and power, Colin is telling the story behind the story in his new memoir,The Perilous Fight. From growing up as a Black child adopted into a white family, to the experiences and misconceptions that shaped him long before he ever stepped onto an NFL field… from becoming a star quarterback with the San

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54:42

Ryan Clark, Fred Taylor and Channing Crowder reshape...

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2026/09/15

"When one door closes, another opens and if it doesn't, kick it down until it does." Ryan ClarkFootball season is back, we kicked off week 1 launching our own kick off with our new Sports Studio show as Ryan, Channing and Fred share their journey of resilience, redirection and shaking up the industry. It's a lesson in rebuilding and turning let down into opportunity and the guys share how they pulled off mission impossible efforts to kick off the football season in a new pivotal way. The guys

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58:08

Clay Matthews Returns: The Super Bowl Champion and...

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2026/09/11

"I’m a peace with my career. I had nothing else to prove."Clay MatthewsClay Matthews is back — and he’s giving us the story behind the story, joining Ryan, Channing and Fred to talk all the changes big and small in life. From USC to the NFL, Super Bowl champion, defensive force and one of the most recognizable linebackers of his generation, Clay Matthews sits down for a conversation about the journey that made him — on and off the field. After hanging low for years after retiring, Clay opens up

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49:43

Fred Warner, NFL's top Linebacker, on what he means...

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2026/09/08

'Be so good they cant ignore it." Fred WarnerThe San Francisco 49ers star joinsThe Pivotto talk about the journey, adversity, and mindset behind becoming the leader of one of the league’s toughest defenses. Going from having Super Bowl MVP locked up to losing the game, Warner opens up about chasing the Lombardi, the lessons that came from falling short, battling back from injury, and what it takes mentally and physically to return to the field at the highest level. He gets real about his family,

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50:21

Charlie Baker NCAA President talks the state of...

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2026/09/07

Charlie Baker on the Future of College Sports What happens when college sports becomes one of the biggest business, political and cultural battlegrounds in America? On this episode ofThe Pivot Podcast, Charlie Baker, NCAA President and former Massachusetts governor, joins the conversation for a wide-ranging discussion about the rapidly changing world of college athletics. Baker breaks down the chaos surrounding the NCAA, the evolving NIL landscape, the future of college football, and what the

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57:37

Conor Benn: Boxing’s star fighter on his upcoming...

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2026/09/04

“The hardest fight is life, another man doesn’t scare me.”Conor BennIn a powerful and eye-opening conversation, the guys sit with Conor Bennfor one of his most honest and vulnerable conversations yet. The son of British boxing legend Nigel Benn, Conor grew up carrying a family name that came with enormous expectations. But behind the undefeated record, the spotlight, and the pressure to live up to his father’s legacy was a young man fighting battles that had nothing to do with boxing. In an

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49:18

Malik Willis Dolphins QB, going from Tennessee to...

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2026/09/01

“The league is about getting better, if you don’t, you are out.”-Malik Willis As NFL training camp officially wraps, now it’s time to see how some of the new faces in new places approach the 2026 season. We had the privilege of sitting with one of the break out stars over the past couple years who is getting his chance to be back leading a team. Miami’s quarterback, Malik Willis, joinsThe Pivot for a wide-ranging conversation about the journey that has shaped him both on and off the football field

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29:18

Colston Loveland Chicago Tight End talks Bears...

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2026/08/28

“The entire team is bought in to Ben Johnson’s winning ways.” Coltson LovelandAs we are getting close to wrapping our training camp tour, we caught up with Chicago Bears’ first-round pick who sits with Ryan and Channing foran honest, fun and wide-ranging conversation about his rise from a small-town young buck in Idaho to becoming one of the biggest names in college football at Michigan — and now, one of the NFL’s most intriguing playmakers. Colston takes us behind the scenes of the journey, the

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42:47

Jonathan Taylor: Inside the mind of one of the NFL’s...

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2026/08/25

"Be at your best when your best is needed." Jonathan TaylorAs the Pivot Training Camp tour hits Indianapolis, one of the league's best Running Backs Jonathan Taylor sits with the guys for an in-depth conversation about his football journey—from his early days at Salem High School in New Jersey to his dominant college career at Wisconsin to becoming one of the NFL’s premier running backs with the Indianapolis Colts...JT's transcendent path is one everyone can learn from. Taylor opens up on making

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51:50

Caleb Downs Dallas Cowboys newest star on his first...

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2026/08/21

“Going against Ceedee and GP is prepping me for what I need to be at my best." Caleb Downs On the road, hitting all the Training Camps and had to make it to Oxnard to check out the rookie sensation- Caleb Downs who joins us for a conversation during his first NFL training camp with the Dallas Cowboys, stepping into the league as a first-round pick with expectations already sky-high. Caleb opens up about making the transition from college football to the NFL, the pressure that comes with being a

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59:55

Azeez Al-Shaair opens up on the Trevor Lawrence hit...

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2026/08/18

As our NFL Training Camp tour continues, we stop in H Town to sit with a big part of the league's top tier defense with one of the leaders, Linebacker, Azeez Al-Shaair, who sits with us for an honest conversation about the journey that shaped him—his upbringing, family, faith, and the adversity he had to overcome to reach the NFL and stay in the league.Azeez opens up about his path to football, the obstacles he faced along the way, being one of eight children raised by a single mother, and the

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43:58

Liam Coen on his unlikely path to NFL head coach, the...

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2026/08/14

Sitting with one of the most interesting and energized leaders in football, Liam Coen chops it up with the fellas during training camp for an honest conversation about his rise through the coaching ranks, the people who shaped him, and the lessons he’s carrying into his second year in Jacksonville.Taking a 4-13 team to 13-4 in his first year as head coach is quite the feat but it also comes with high expectations in year two. Coen opens up on his approach, how he plans to capitalize on veteran

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27:07

Travis Hunter, NFL’s dynamic playmaker opens up on...

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2026/08/13

“I cannot sit on the sideline.”Travis HunterCouldn’t come to Duuval and not talk to our guy Travis Hunter!! We were able to catch him for a few minutes on his off day while he was at the facility with his family and we had to ask him all the things everyone wants to know and put truth to the headlines and rumors that constantly surround this young star. Heading into his second year with the Jacksonville Jaguars, Travis keeps it real with usabout life on and off the field. Coming off an injury,

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42:26

Minkah Fitzpatrick and Adonai Mitchell from Jets...

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2026/08/11

"It's a new beginning for us." Minkah Fitzpatrick and Adonai MitchellAs the Pivot Training Camp tour continues, we hit the Big Apple, where we sit down withMinkah FitzpatrickandAdonai Mitchellto preview the season ahead with the NY Jets, and reflect on the hard roads that brought them to this moment. Two players. Two very different journeys. One shared mindset: keep going, keep growing, and embrace the opportunity in front of you. From adversity and setbacks to finding their way to New York,

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