Stay Ready: The Podcast

Back with another episode of Stay Ready: The Podcast sits down with viral sensation Evan Slaughter. From the battlefield to the comedy stage, Evan's  journey is nothing short of extraordinary. Evan is a Birmingham, AL native and U.S. Army veteran to explore his powerful story of overcoming addiction, battling PTSD, and finding purpose through fitness, community, and laughter.

Evan opens up about his military service, earning a Purple Heart during a 2011 deployment to Afghanistan, and how those experiences shaped his resilience. He shares the deeply personal challenges of struggling with opioids and the pivotal role faith, community, and humor played in his recovery.

Now a viral content creator, Evan has turned his passion for comedy and wellness into a platform that inspires millions. Hear how his love for pickleball, fitness, and connection has led him to collaborations with icons like Drew Brees and Rob Gronkowski—even landing him at Super Bowl festivities.

Get ready for an episode packed with heartfelt moments, honest reflections, and a reminder that transformation is always possible.

Matt is back with another episode of Stay Ready The Podcast! On this episode is sits down with frequent guest and known Titans critic, Jared Stillman. They dive into the episode discussing the state of the Titans and Colts franchises, what should happen next and if it were right for Pat McAfee to call out the Colts for their lack of accountability. Listen in as the guys who are passionate about these teams try to figure out what when wrong and who can right the ship of both struggling franchises moving forward. 
Other topics they discuss include: 
Matt's funny interaction with Mike McDaniel
what Jared thinks of Ran Carthon and Brian Callahan
 Jared's time with Floyd Reese (former Titans GM) and what he learned about no bad days in football
Matt volunteering at Page High School this past season
Matt's plans for playing next season and so much more! 

On this episode of Stay Ready The Podcast, Matt is joined by guests: Eric Hazzard and Bryce Biel. Eric is a football standout at Page High School in Franklin, TN. He is also a top 10 high school football player in the state of Tennessee who has committed to playing college ball at the University of Louisville. Bryce Biel is the current trainer of Eric and has been along for the journey over the past 4 years of Eric's high school career. On this episode they touch on Bryce's commitment to making Eric better, Page's season dominance, how Eric got started with football, choosing Louisville, how he wants to be remembered, his faith on and off the field and much more! 

On this episode of Stay Ready The Podcast, Matt sits down with Miles Burris. Miles is a former NFL linebacker and current actor. He played college football at San Diego State University, where he was a standout athlete, earning All-Mountain West Conference honors and leading his team in tackles and sacks during his senior year. Burris was selected in the fourth round of the 2012 NFL Draft by the Oakland Raiders and played three seasons in the league. His NFL career was cut short in 2017 due to injuries, after which he transitioned into acting.

Burris has since appeared in various film and television projects. He played a football player in the Disney+ movie Safetyand has had roles in notable series such as The Righteous Gemstones and Lucifer. Beyond acting, Burris has discussed his experiences as a believer navigating Hollywood, sharing his story on platforms like the Sports Spectrum Podcast​. 

The guys talk about a plethora of topics on this episode of the podcast including: CMA Award results, living in Nashville vs LA, Miles' time at San Diego State, growing up wanting to play football, becoming a college standout at linebacker, his experience at the NFL Combine, time with the Raiders, injuries, getting into acting and filming with Danny McBride. Miles also decides to ask Matt some questions to get some insight on such topics as: Matt's career, importance of keeping the special teams unit together, his grind and determination and much more. 

Matt and Scott are back with another episode of Stay Ready The Podcast! It's been a minute since an episode has been released and the guys are so glad to be back! Shortly after releasing an episode with former quarterback Matt Hasselbeck, Matt received a call about coming to workout for the Miami Dolphins to which he accepted. After the workout he was signed by the team on the next 3 game days, he was elevated to the active roster to be the team's long snapper. Now back in Nashville for the time being, Matt talks about the process of signing with the Dolphins, his time with the team, his first interaction with Coach McDaniel and so much more! 

Matt and Scott are back with another episode of Stay Ready: The Podcast and this week they are joined by one of the NFL's best all-time quarterbacks in Matt Hasselbeck! Matt is a former NFL quarterback who had a successful 18-season career in the league. He is best known for his time with the Seattle Seahawks, where he became the starting quarterback in 2001. Hasselbeck led the Seahawks to multiple playoff appearances, including a Super Bowl XL berth in 2006, where they lost to the Pittsburgh Steelers. A three-time Pro Bowler, Hasselbeck was recognized for his leadership, strong arm, and ability to make plays under pressure. He was particularly noted for his football IQ and his ability to read defenses effectively.

After his time in Seattle, Hasselbeck went on to play for the Tennessee Titans and Indianapolis Colts, where he served as both a starter and a backup. He retired in 2016 and transitioned into a successful broadcasting career, becoming an NFL analyst for ESPN. Known for his football acumen and engaging personality, Hasselbeck remains a prominent figure in the sports world.

The guys discuss several topics in this jam packed two hour conversation. The topics they speak on range from Matt's pro day in the snow with Andy Reid, getting drafted by the Packers, his career in Seattle (which included a Super Bowl appearance), his time playing with Trent Dilfer, his time with the Titans and Colts and even the time he baptized Matt! 

Sit back and enjoy the conversation the three of them have reminiscing on Hasselbeck's playing days, what he's been up to since retiring and much more! 

Matt and Scott are back with another episode of Stay Ready The Podcast! In this action-packed episode, they break down the first quarter of the NFL season—who's been hot, who's not, and the sleeper teams you need to watch out for. We dive into the resurgence of Baker Mayfield and Sam Darnold, and how good Jayden Daniels is looking. Plus, is there a QB controversy brewing with the Tennessee Titans? We tackle it all.

Switching gears, we recap Alabama’s big win over Georgia and debate if Bryce Young is already on the path to becoming a bust. We also chat about Morgan Wallen’s epic 3-night concert series at Neyland Stadium, Matt’s latest adventures volunteering at a local high school, and much more. Tune in for football talk, music, and some Tennessee pride!

On this episode Matt and Scott sit down with Indiana Pacers first round pick Ben Sheppard. Before joining the NBA, Ben played college basketball at Belmont in Nashville, TN. Listen in as Ben joins his first podcast to discuss a number of topics. The guys get the podcast going discussing the NFL season starting back and talk about the first ever Friday game in Brazil which leads to Ben sharing the news that he will be playing a game in France against the Spurs this upcoming season.  From there they dive into Ben's upbringing and his love of sports from an early age. Ben details how growing up he played all sports before really focusing in on basketball later on during high school. From there they touch on his high school playing days which leads to Ben going into detail about the "NBA Dream." 

They also discuss what it was like on draft day with Ben talking about everything that happened leading up the biggest night of his life. He talks about working out for several teams thinking one of those would pick him but it was the Indiana Pacers who had no contact leading up to the draft that made him their selection. Ben goes on to talk about his first practice with the team, the players he idolized growing up and getting to play against, the Caitlin Clark hype and how he can't wait to attend one of her games, and the different arenas he's played in so far and how special it is to be able to be on the court of The Garden where he would always go to games during the holiday season as a kid. 

On this episode of Stay Ready: The Podcast, Matt sits down with actor/ musician Grayson Russell. Grayson, is best known for his roles in Talladega Nights: The Ballad of Ricky Bobby and the Diary of a Wimpy Kid film series. Along with Talledga Nights and The Diary Of A Wimpy Kid Series, Grayson has been a part of hit movies such as Greyhound with Tom Hanks, Marley and Me with Jennifer Anniston and Mother's Day with Julia Roberts. He also has a reoccurring role on the current television series Blue Ridge. 

Matt and Grayson discuss several topics relating to Grayson's career; starting with his earliest memories of wanting to be like George Strait at two years old, getting the part of Texas Ranger Bobby in Talladega Nights, the Diary of a Wimpy Kid Series, other major roles in movies and shows, becoming a musician and most importantly the role his faith played throughout his career. 

Matt is back with another episode of Stay Ready: The Podcast and this time he's brought one of his best childhood friends on, Adam Glick.
Chef Adam Glick has traveled the world on private boats and yachts, cooking sophisticated cuisine for the some of the world's wealthiest people. From adventures on the sea, stints on Reality TV, to cooking intimate meals with guests in remote locations, Adam has been able to experience the unimaginable when it comes to a culinary career. 
Adam has had many passions but it wasn't until college where he found himself stuck and discouraged on his pursuit of purpose and fulfillment. His sister Sara, noticed him cooking and gazing daily at Food Network episodes. Her encouragement led to him dropping out of traditional school in pursuit of a culinary education. It simply took a nudge from his sister and a leap of faith to reveal what he was really good at, cooking food!
Today, Chef Adam Glick has created a very unique brand and platform, that displays his love for food, creativity in the kitchen and always looking for the next adventure to embark on. With a massive social media following, Adam has been able to captivate a fan base through his cooking skills, charisma and the outdoors. To date, he has rolled out his own knife kit and most recently launched his first cookbook, Live Free, Eat Well. 
I am beyond proud of my best friend! I greatly appreciate him sharing his story with you all and I hope you find this episode enjoyable. 
P.S. Go buy his book, it is incredible!