In this episode of the Grind Nation Podcast, host Jayden Harris sits down with Super Bowl champion and former Kansas City Chiefs safety Danny Sorensen. From going undrafted to making clutch plays on the biggest stage, Danny shares his journey of resilience, faith, and relentless preparation. He opens up about building routines that outlast motivation, handling mistakes under pressure, and what true leadership looks like both on and off the field. Whether you’re an athlete, a leader, or someone chasing big goals, this conversation will inspire you to control the controllables and commit to the process. 

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 Tyler Batty is a Utah native, BYU football captain, and defensive powerhouse who just signed with the Minnesota Vikings. Known for his relentless motor on the field and his leadership off it, Tyler blends grit, faith, and resilience in everything he does. From overcoming challenges after a two-year mission to anchoring BYU’s defense, his journey is about more than football — it’s about staying grounded, trusting the process, and never quitting on your dreams. 

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From unrecruited walk-on to 2x All-American in one of the most brutal events in sport, Jackson Walker breaks down the mindset behind real, lasting performance: why grit beats gift, how to fall in love with the process, and the self-talk that keeps you present when stakes are highest. We dig into reframing failure (the 3-to-1 rule), compartmentalizing across ten events, energy management, and how “Day 2 is my day” became a weapon.
We also cover recovery that actually builds you (sleep, timing, and why immediate post-lift ice is a mistake), balancing law school with elite training, and launching Loyly Nordic Spa to make heat/cold therapy accessible.

You’ll learn:
• Grit > Gift — why consistency wins over time
• Process > Outcomes — the only path that scales
• Self-talk scripts that bend reality to your will
• How to reframe setbacks and protect momentum

Listen, save, share with a teammate who needs the reminder to keep grinding.

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In this episode, we sit down with NFL Swiss Army knife Taysom Hill to explore the mindset behind his unique journey. From going undrafted to becoming one of the most versatile players in football, Taysom shares how preparation fuels confidence, how he embraces pressure as a privilege, and how his deeper sense of purpose guides every decision on and off the field.

Listeners will hear Taysom open up about the habits that keep him ready for any role—whether at quarterback, tight end, running back, or special teams—and how he balances the demands of elite performance with family, faith, and perspective. This conversation is packed with lessons for athletes, entrepreneurs, and anyone striving to thrive under high expectations.

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In this episode of Grind Nation with Jayden, BYU kicker Will Ferrin breaks down what it really takes to perform under pressure. From drilling the game-winning kick against Utah to battling through moments of doubt, Will shares how preparation builds confidence, why failure can spark growth, and how passion removes the ceiling on what’s possible. He opens up about his faith, his routines, and what drives him to stay calm in the biggest moments. Whether you’re chasing athletic goals or just trying to build resilience in life, this conversation will leave you motivated to prepare harder, believe deeper, and go all in on what you love.

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Pancho Sullivan—legendary North Shore surfer and former World Championship Tour competitor—joins Grind Nation to drop mindset gold for athletes. He shares how preparation built his confidence, how he stayed grounded through intense pressure, and why fun is the ultimate fuel for performance. This episode is packed with timeless lessons for every athlete—on land or in the water.

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McKay Madsen: Trust the Grind, Doubt the Doubts
In this episode of Grind Nation, BYU football commit McKay Madsen shares his journey from being overlooked to earning a Division I scholarship. He opens up about faith, failure, and the mindset that kept him grinding when no offers came. Whether you're an athlete, a coach, or a parent—this episode is full of gold on confidence, habits, and staying locked in through setbacks.
Don’t miss McKay’s take on comparison, preparation, and what it really means to lead with purpose.

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🎙️ Episode 007: The Only Way You Lose Is If You Quit — Lessons from an NFL Cowboys Legend

In this episode, Jayden sits down with Danny White, legendary quarterback of the Dallas Cowboys, to talk about what it really takes to succeed in sports—and in life. From nearly walking away from football to leading the Cowboys and setting records, Danny opens up about overcoming self-doubt, handling pressure, and the surprising role discipline and faith played in his journey.

You’ll hear:

• Why effort matters more than perfection
• How to stay committed when you're not seeing results
• What it means to lead—even when the coach isn’t right
• And the advice he’d give every young athlete who feels like giving up

This episode is packed with wisdom, real talk, and stories that will fire you up to keep grinding—on and off the field.

🎧 Available now on Apple Podcasts and Spotify.

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Get ready to vibe with BYU wide receiver Chase Roberts as he shares his journey from high school standout to collegiate athlete. In this episode, Chase opens up about the highs and lows of his football career, the importance of staying coachable, and how his faith keeps him grounded.

Chase dives into how he handles pressure on the field, the role of visualization in his game prep, and the lessons he's learned from setbacks and injuries. He also touches on the evolving landscape of college athletics, including NIL deals and the transfer portal, and how staying true to oneself is key.

Whether you're an aspiring athlete or just looking for some motivation, Chase's insights on resilience, leadership, and personal growth are sure to inspire. Tune in and get ready to be motivated!

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EPISODE 005: Earned Not Given – From Walk-On to Pro
This week on Grind Nation with Jayden, we sit down with NFL Pro Bowler and Super Bowl champ Chad Lewis, whose journey from BYU walk-on to Philadelphia Eagles tight end is nothing short of legendary.

Chad opens up about the mental battles athletes face—disappointment, failure, pressure—and how learning to lock your mind on something positive can change everything. He shares how to embrace setbacks, flip the script when you fall, and keep the joy in playing the sport you love.

Whether you're grinding in high school sports or navigating life’s obstacles, Chad’s message is clear: Don’t stay down. Get up and fight.

🎧 Tune in for real talk, unshakable mindset tips, and stories that will light a fire in every young athlete.

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