Grind Nation with Jayden
Grind Nation with Jayden is the go-to podcast for young athletes who want to level up. Hosted by Jayden, a sports enthusiast teen athlete, this show dives into the mindset, work ethic, and behind-the-scenes grind it takes to succeed in sports and in life. Each week, Jayden interviews current and former college and pro athletes, trainers, and mindset coaches who share real stories, tips, and advice to help you stay motivated, focused, and mentally strong. Whether you’re chasing a D1 scholarship or just want to be your best, this is your playbook. Welcome to the nation—Grind Nation.
Episodes
19 episodes
Richie Saunders - Hustle, Heart & the Will to Keep Working
In this episode of Grind Nation, BYU’s Richie Saunders shares what it really means to work when nobody’s watching. From early mornings in the gym with his dad to handling pressure moments in front of 20,000 fans, Richie opens up ...
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Season 2
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Episode 10
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22:43
Braden Brown - Building True Mental Toughness
Braden Brown joins Grind Nation to talk about the mindset behind making it to the next level. From growing up a three-sport athlete in Utah to battling through injuries at BYU and competing in the NFL, Braden shares how to handle pressure, refr...
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Season 2
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Episode 9
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24:35
Sae Tautu ~ Turning Setbacks into Strengths
Former BYU linebacker and NFL player Sae Tautu opens up about the mindset that carried him from multiple injuries to signing with the New Orleans Saints. In this episode, Sae breaks down what it means to stay disciplined when life tests ...
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Season 2
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Episode 8
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24:23
Darrin Overson ~ Faith Family Fairways
Senior U.S. Open golfer Darrin Overson joins Grind Nation to talk about competing on one of golf’s biggest stages — and how perspective, preparation, and faith keep him grounded through it all. From learning to manage your misses
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Season 2
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Episode 7
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37:21
Halle Santiago - Grace and the Grind of Dance
In this episode of the Grind Nation Podcast, host Jayden Harris sits down with Halle Santiago — former BYU Cougarette and Utah Jazz dancer — to talk about the balance between grace, grit, and the grind behind pe...
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Season 2
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Episode 6
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24:50
Danny Sorenson - Attitude, Effort & Earning Respect
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 jou...
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Season 2
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Episode 5
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31:11
Tyler Batty - Faith Focus & The No-Quit Mindset
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 ev...
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Season 2
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Episode 4
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27:14
Jackson Walker from Walk-On to All-American, Bet On Yourself
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 ...
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Season 2
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Episode 3
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48:07
Taysom Hill: Preparation, Pressure & Purpose
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 c...
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Season 2
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Episode 2
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32:43
010: How Preparation, Faith & Passion Fuel Confidence Under Pressure x Will Ferrin
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 h...
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Season 2
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Episode 10
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40:43
009: How Hawaiian Surf Legend Stays Calm in Chaos (Mindset Every Athlete Needs) x Pancho Sullivan
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 pre...
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Season 1
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Episode 9
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33:40
008: Trust the Grind, Doubt the Doubts x Mckay Madsen
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...
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Season 1
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Episode 8
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21:59
007: The Only Way You Lose Is If You Quit: Lessons from an NFL Cowboys Legend x Danny White
🎙️ Episode 007: The Only Way You Lose Is If You Quit — Lessons from an NFL Cowboys LegendIn this episode, Jayden sits down with Danny White, legendary quarterback of the Dallas Cowboys, to talk about what it really takes ...
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Season 1
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Episode 7
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31:05
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006: Faith, Football & the Fight to Be Great x Chase Roberts
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 coachabl...
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Season 1
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Episode 6
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29:14
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005: Earned Not Given: From Walk-On to Pro x Chad Lewis
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 e...
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Season 1
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Episode 5
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36:40
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004: How BYU’s All-Time Leading Scorer Built His Mindset x Tyler Haws
In this episode of Grind Nation with Jayden, we sit down with BYU legend and all-time leading scorer Tyler Haws to talk mindset, preparation, and what separates good players from great ones. Tyler opens up about how he handled f...
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Season 1
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Episode 4
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24:38
003: Finish the Race: Fear, Faith and Finding Your Why x Manti Te'o
In this inspiring episode of Grind Nation, Jayden sits down with college football legend and former NFL linebacker Manti Te’o to talk about the mindset behind resilience, purpose, and pushing through adversity. From handling fea...
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Season 1
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Episode 3
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50:27
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002 : From BYU to the Pros: Corbin’s Journey x Corbin Kaufusi
In this episode of Grind Nation, Jayden sits down with former BYU and NFL standout Corbin Kaufusi to talk all about what it takes to succeed at every level. Corbin shares how adapting—both physically and mentally—was key ...
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Season 1
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Episode 2
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21:14
001: The Mental Game of a Pro Athlete x Bronson Kaufusi
In the first episode of Grind Nation with Jayden x Bronson Kaufusi, we sit down with former NFL player and BYU star Bronson Kaufusi. He talks about what it takes to succeed at the highest level—how to stay focused, work hard, an...
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Season 1
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Episode 1
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