NECK ROOTS PODCAST: Recent Episodes
Kit James & Austin Davis
Neck Roots Podcast encourages people to remember their roots, remember who they are and what they stand for. Neck is diferent and proud to be diferent. It is a reminder of the simple life where the values of hard work and gratitude are of upmost importance. As time goes on outward pressues of life and society continue to cause anxiety and mental health strugggles. Neck Roots is here to support individuals who are feeling these pressures and going through the struggles of life. The best stories are the ones you've never heard and we have created a way for you to hear those stories. We invite you to join the cause to help improve the lives of others as we intend to do so #NECKNATION.
Episode 63: Kit and Dave share their experiences as fathers and the joys and challenges that come with parenthood. Dave also opens up about his life story as a football player and the importance of staying connected to his Polynesian roots.
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Episode 62: In this episode Kit has an insightful conversation with Dr. Alex Olsen to learn what it takes as he shares his personal experiences and challenges faced before and during his medical school journey. NECKNATION we can all learn from the dedication, perseverance, and sacrifices required to become a doctor of medicine in this inspiring episode.
Episode 61: In this episode of NECK ROOTS Austin and Kit throw it all the way back to episode 1 where we challenged societal expectations and encouraged men and individuals to embrace their authentic selves. We discuss the importance of healing our unseen wounds and setting aside our shame to move forward to a better you. Remember to take care of yourself NECKNATION!
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Episode 60: In this episode Austin and Kit share stories that bring a greater appriciation for time. You never know when your number is up NECKNATION, so make sure that you are getting the most out of your time!
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Episode 59: In this episode of NECK ROOTS Austin sits down with long time friend, Kenny Golladay. He shares his exciting journey of playing football for the University of Utah and returning to coaching football after years away from the game. He went through the challenges of starting his own business where he shaped young athletes' lives and helped them achieve their goals. This is a good one #NECKNATION so buckle in!
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On this episode of the NECK ROOTS Podcast, Austin and Kit explore the importance of never quitting, and how it can drastically impact your life. Learn how to press forward no matter the obstacles you face, and discover the incredible strength you possess within. Remember #NECKNATION, when you fall down, use that opportunity to pick something up, learn from it, and then get back up stronger than before. With determination and resilience, you can achieve anything you set your mind to.
Episode 57: In this episode of NECKROOTS Kit sits down with Kris Kussee and discusses maintaining a positive outlook on life after overcoming cancer multiple times. Kris reflects on his personal journey, offering insights on embracing hope, love, and happiness. NECKNATION its time to explore the power of self-care, building a support network, and redefining our priorities to live a life filled with joy and gratitude.
Episode 56: In this episode Austin and Kit explore how your present circumstances shouldn't define your future. Learn valuable tips and strategies to begin your journey towards success, regardless of setbacks. Remember NECKNATION, just because you fall, does not mean that you are out of the race.
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Episode 55: In this episode Austin and Kit explore the importance of valuing your time and how to prioritize the activities that truly matter to help you become a better person. Time is something you dont have much of so dont waste it NECKNATION!
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Episode 54: In this episode Austin and Kit discuss being inspired to believe in yourself and your abilities. You will learn the importance of positive thinking and surrounding yourself with supportive people who believe in you even more than you do. Remember your accomplishments and let them fuel you to achieve even more.
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Episode 53: In this episode of NECK ROOTS Austin and Kit discuss how to Believe In yourself and achieve your desired outcomes for 2024. We discuss the role of positive thinking and explore practical strategies for shifting your mindset and staying motivated. Its time to find the joy in our journey, NECKNATION. Let's make this year count!
Episode 52: On this episode of NECKROOTS Austin and Kit are talking about the trap of constantly following the lives and drama of Hollywood stars? It's time to discover how to overcome this obsession and find real meaning in your own life #NECKNATION. Join us in this introspective discussion, where we emphasize the significance of focusing on ourselves and creating our own unique paths to fulfillment.
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Episode 51: On this episode of NECKROOTS Austin and Kit talk about the sense of entitlement that seems to be a big part of scociety today. Life doesnt care about what you think you deserve and we need to evaluate ourselves to make sure we arent carrying self entitlements. #NECKNATION, the world doesnt owe us anything. If you want it, get to work and make it happen!
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Episode 50: On this episode of NECKROOTS Austin and Kit talk about the stresses and ups and down of life. None of us are imune and we will all experience them in one way or another. What you have to remember #NECKNATION, is that it will always work out. Maybe not the way you thought it would or the way you wanted, but it does work out.
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Episode 49: On this episode of NECKROOTS Austin and Kit discuss getting out of the rut. No matter ho you are, sometimes life is going to throw you into a rut. The key, #NECKNATION, is to get yourself out before that rut gets to deep. Remember, a rut is just a grave with the ends kicked out, dont die in it.
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Episode 48: On this episode of NECKROOTS Austin and Kit go back into gratitude to celebrate Thanksgiving. No matter what is going on in your life, good or bad, there is always something to be greatful for. #NECKNATION, if you're not seeing it, you're not looking hard enough.
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Episode 47: On this episode of NECKROOTS Austin and Kit go into it without a plan and end up talking about side hustles. Our time is valuable, so spend it doing something productive or spend it with family. Here's the thing #NECKNATION, by having confidence and starting something new, you'll find out exactly who you are and what you're capable of. It's time to go start that side hustle or buisness that you have been thinking about.
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Episode 46: On this episode of NECKROOTS Austin and Kit sit down with Brandon and Nathan from the "This is a Place" podcast to talk about some cool places in Utah and processed milk. We also spend a minute talking about how your home town plays a role in helping you reach your potential. #NECKNATION we are embracing our roots and want to make sure you are embracing yours.
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Episode 45: On this episode of NECKROOTS Austin and Kit talk discuss the need to break down your walls or fences. The last thing we want to talk about are our emotions, but some of these walls we put up are really holding us back. #NECKNATION, it's time to break down your prision walls so you can help others do the same! Check out www.neckroots.com and get plugged into your NECKNATION power station. Also check out the awesome NECK GEAR while you're there. #podcast #fyp #help
Episode 44: On this episode of NECKROOTS Austin and Kit talk discuss the significance of time and throw back to a previous episode. #NECKNATION, what are you doing with your time and could you be doing something better? Check out www.neckroots.com and get plugged into your NECKNATION power station. Also check out the awesome NECK GEAR while you're there. #podcast #fyp #time #youtube #work
Episode 43: On this episode of NECKROOTS Austin and Kit talk about hard work and throw back to a previous episode. Remember #NECKNATION, hard work beats talent that does not work hard!
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Episode 42: On this episode of NECKROOTS Austinand Kit discuss what it takes to be parents in todays society. You are the most important teacher your children will have throughout their lives. NECKNATION, this is one area we cant afford to mess up! Be sure to check out www.neckroots.com and get plugged into your NECKNATION power station. Also check out the awesome NECK GEAR while you're there. #podcast #NECKROOTS #fyp #worth #youtube
Episode 41: On this episode of NECKROOTS Austin sits down with Kyler and discusses ways that you can build confidence in your life. We are always talking about confidence, but there is a reason behind that, it's crucial to our progress and mental health. NECKNATION, try and adopt some of these ideas and let your confidence run wild! Be sure to check out www.neckroots.com and get plugged into your NECKNATION power station. Also check out the awesome NECK GEAR while you're there. #podcast #NECKROOTS #fyp #worth #youtube
Episode 30: On this episode of NECKROOTS we are talking about finding fulfillment. This is your life and how satified you are with it is up to you. Channel your pasions, creae purpose if you cant find it. Life is a garden NECKNATION, dig it and make it work for you. Be sure to check out www.neckroots.com and get plugged into your NECKNATION power station. Also check out the awesome NECK GEAR while you're there. #podcast #NECKROOTS #fyp #worth #youtube
Episode 39: On this episode of NECKROOTS we are talking about defining our worth. The world and society are going to do their best to tell you what you should think you are worth, but the truth is you already know your worth. Its not your paycheck, its not your posessions, your house or your cars, its in your character and your experience (good or bad). NECKNATION, it is time for you to let the world know what you are worth. Be sure to check out www.neckroots.com and get plugged into your NECKNATION power station. Also check out the awesome NECK GEAR while you're there. #podcast #NECKROOTS #fyp #worth #youtube
Episode 38: On this episode of NECKROOTS we are talking about the cover up being worse than the crime. We all make mistakes, bad decisions and slip up, but in those situations we must own it. The question to ask yourselves, is are you covering up or telling it like it is NECKNATION? Be sure to check out www.neckroots.com and get plugged into your NECKNATION power station. Also check out the awesome NECK GEAR while you're there. #podcast #NECKROOTS #fyp #life #youtube
Episode 37: On this episode of NECKROOTS we are talking about Playing the hand you are delt. Its not the hand that determins your outcome, its how well you play it. We may not all have the same opportunities, but we all have the same potential NECKNATION. The question is, do you want it bad enough to do what it takes? Be sure to check out www.neckroots.com and get plugged into your NECKNATION power station. Also check out the awesome NECK GEAR while you're there.
Episode 36: On this episode of NECKROOTS we are talking about getting results. Look, we all have excuses and reasons for why we dont acomplish something or get something done, but at the end of the day those leav you with no results. It time for us to do better and be better NECKNATION! Get out there and improve your life! Be sure to check out www.neckroots.com and get plugged into your NECKNATION power station. Also check out the awesome NECK GEAR while you're there. #podcast #NECKROOTS #fyp #life #youtube
Episode 35: On this episode of NECKROOTS Austin sits down with special guest Chris Dever. Chris is a master plumber, a teacher, an inventor, a small business owner, a Mayor and an awesome human being and role model. They spend their time talking about singing your own song and being true to who you are. Be proud of the life you built NECKNATION ad make sure it is your own! Be sure to check out www.neckroots.com and get plugged into your NECKNATION power station. Also check out the awesome NECK GEAR while you're there. #podcast #NECKROOTS #fyp #singyourownsong #youtube
Episode 34: On this episode of NECKROOTS we are talking about not playing the blame game. Sure, we may feel like there are reasons or excuses as to why we were not able to do something or accomplish a task, but at the end of the day we must take accountbility. Its time to own it NECKNATION! Be sure to check out www.neckroots.com and get plugged into your NECKNATION power station. Also check out the awesome NECK GEAR while you're there. #podcast #NECKROOTS #fyp #accountability
Episode 33: On this episode of NECKROOTS we are talking about listening to yourself. There may be times when we discount our own thoughts or ideas, but we need to develop more trust in ourselves and take our own advice. Dont share important ideas or thoughts with small minded people NECKNATION! They will just tear you down. Be sure to check out www.neckroots.com and get plugged into your NECKNATION power station. Also check out the awesome NECK GEAR while you're there. #podcast #NECKROOTS #fyp #hope #inspiration #health #roots #patience #control #youtube
Episode 32: On this episode of NECKROOTS we are talking about letting go. There are things from our past that may be holding us back and not allowing us to progress to our desired outcomes. It's time to let those things go NECKNATION! Be sure to check out www.neckroots.com and get plugged into your NECKNATION power station. Also check out the awesome NECK GEAR while you're there. #podcast #NECKROOTS #fyp #hope #inspiration #health #roots #patience #control #youtube
Episode 31: On this episode of NECKROOTS we are talking about our perception. Its time to get ahold of you perception NECKNATION! Be sure to check out www.neckroots.com and get plugged into your NECKNATION power station. Also check out the awesome NECK GEAR while you're there. #podcast #NECKROOTS #fyp #hope #inspiration #health #roots #patience #control #youtube
Episode 30: On this episode of NECKROOTS we are talking about the impact of social media. We all use it and it has its benefits, but is there something better we could be doing with our time? Evaluate your usage of social media NECKNATION and decide if you have fallen into the social media trap!
Episode 29: On this episode of NECKROOTS we are talking about procrastination. Anything in life that is worth doing, is worth doing without delay. We get it, all of us procrastinate to some degree, but we also have the power to within ourselves to get thing done. If you're one of those people who work better under pressure, move up your timeline! Its time to hop on the train and pull out of the procrastination station NECKNATION!
Episode 28: On this episode of NECKROOTS we are talking about what it means to be patient. Anything in life that is worth someting, is worth waiting for. Although itisn't easy, we need to keep grinding and working until we reach the payoff. Harness the power NECKNATION and practice patience! Be sure to check out www.neckroots.com and get plugged into your NECKNATION power station. Also check out the awesome NECK GEAR while you're there. #podcast #NECKROOTS #fyp #hope #inspiration #health #roots #patience #control #youtube
Episode 27: On this episode of NECKROOTS Kit and Austin discuss what it means to do your best and forget the rest. If we ant to be successful, we need to acknowledge our wins and move on from the people and situations that hold us back. Keep up the great work NECKNATION and get after it! Be sure to check out www.neckroots.com and get plugged into your NECKNATION power station. Also check out the awesome NECK GEAR while you're there. #podcast #selfhelp #NECKROOTS #fyp #hope #inspiration #health #roots #persistence #control #youtube
Episode 26: On this episode of NECKROOTS we are talking about motivation. If we ant to be successful, we must identify what motivates us. What is your motivation NECKNATION? its time to keep on grinding! Be sure to check out www.neckroots.com and get plugged into your NECKNATION power station. Also check out the awesome NECK GEAR while you're there. #podcast #selfhelp #NECKROOTS #fyp #hope #inspiration #motivation #health #roots #persistence #control #youtube
Episode 25: On this episode of NECKROOTS we are talking about the power of persistence. No matter how hard things get or how many times we fail, we must keep going! Now is no the time to "give in" NeckNation, its time to keep going!
Episode 24: On this episode of NECKROOTS Austin sits down with Spencer Llewelyn to talk aboutOwnership,It doesnt matter if it is a mistake you've made or a situation you were dealt, we need to take ownership of it and get to work fixing it. Own it or not, the consequences are coming so it is best to make sure we have the control. It's time to ste up, accept what it is and own it NeckNation!
Episode 23: On this episode of NECKROOTS Kit sits down with Zach Withers to learn about his story and journey through health compliactions. In one way or another, No doubt that some of us out in #NECKNATION can relate. Be sure to check out www.neckroots.com and get plugged into your NECKNATION power station.
Episode 22: On this episode of NECKROOTS we are talking about finding your "WHY", What is the reason that you do anything? Our "WHY" is behind every action and decision we make. It's time to evaluate, look in the mirror and find your "WHY" NeckNation!
Episode 21: On this episode of NECKROOTS Kit interviews Shad Paskett and discuss the importance of mindfulness. Lessons from Chick-Fil-A, working on the farm, tying up a badger and life experiences. If you get anything out of this NECKNATION its that we need to be more mindful of the people around us! Be Sure to check out www.neckroots.com and get plugged into your NECKNATION power station. Also check out the awesome NECK GEAR while you're there. #podcast #selfhelp #NECKROOTS #fyp #hope #inspiration #motivation #mindfulness #roots
Episode 20: On this episode of NECKROOTS we want you to know that your past does not equal your future. It doesn't matter what mistakes we have made or what unfortunate experience or circumstance we have faced, you get to decide what happens next. Choose today how you are going to live your life and then go make it happen NeckNation!
Episode 19: On this episode of NECKROOTS we are talking about Divorcing your excuses. Nothing is going to hold you back more than the bag of excuses you carry around. Right now, not later is the time to seperate ourselves from excuses and get things done. Lets start taking action and quit making excuses NeckNation!
Episode 18: On this episode of NECKROOTS we are talking about the way you do anything is the way you do everything. Its about time that we take a little pride in ourselves and the work we perform. Whether its houshold chores or what we do to make a living, do it to the best of you ability. Lets get after it NeckNation!
Episode 17: On this episode of NECKROOTS we are talking about Taking Action. We can talk a big game but unless you actually do somthing, the things you talk about are just a wish. If you really want to make a change in your life its all about execution. Lets get after it NeckNation and take some action!
Episode 16: On this episode of NECKROOTS we are talking about getting in the game we call life. Where are you at? Are you playing or are you on the sidelines because the game does not stop. It time to pick up the ball and march it down the field. We play to win NeckNation!
Episode 15: On this episode of NECKROOTS we are talking about becoming extraordinary. We may not realize it, but life requres us to do extraodinary things all the time. Extraordinary is accomplished when dealing with health, financial or relationship challenges. Take some time to recognize that you're extraodinary NeckNation!
Episode 14: On this episode of NECKROOTS we are talking about living life in the moment. Dont let memories of the past and thoughts of the future rob you of your today. This is the time that we have to make a change so let's take advantage and make things happen NeckNation!
Episode 13: On this episode of NECKROOTS we are talking about becoming. On this journey we call life there should be no "final destination". We should always be strinving to progress or become. Let us seek to improve our lives everyday NeckNation!
Episode 12: On this episode of NECKROOTS we are talking about defining happiness. We constantly raise te bar on our happiness, it is not an end goal. Let's choose to be happy in all aspects of our lives NeckNation (especially the misserable parts)!
Episode 11: On this episode of NECKROOTS we are talking about our doubts. Truth be told, doubt will kill more dreams than failure ever will. We need to make sure that we are not letting our doubts run our day to day lives. Let's focus on that positive energy NeckNation!
EPISODE 10: In this episode of NECKROOTS we are talking about Uncertainty. Its time to accept that we are not able to control everything that is going to happen in life. Rely on your experience and prepare so that you can navigate through trial and adversity. Stay strong NECKNATION
EPISODE 9: In this episode of NECKROOTS we are talking about how we treat ourselves. Often we feel that it is our job to inflict consequence on ourselves for our actions. This could not be further from the truth. Let life and circumstance hand out consequence and lets push ourselves to be better NECKNATION.
EPISODE 8: In this episode of NECKROOTS we are talking about hard work. Nothing in life that is worth it ever comes easy. To be honest, it doesnt matter what you choose, chances are it is going to be hard. It time for us to choose our "hard" NECKNATION!
EPISODE 7: In this episode of NECKROOTS we are talking about Gratitude. We oftern overlook how pwerful gratitude can be in our lives. Let's turn our focus towards what we have instead of looking at the things we dont. Now is as good a time as any to be greatful NECKNATION!
EPISODE 6: In this episode of NECKROOTS we are talking about falling. At some point we are all going to fall and it is going to happen to us over and over again. The most important thing to remember is that when we fall, we fall forward and look up. Dont let anything stop your progress including failure. Keep your head up, change your direction if you need to and get out there and make great things happen!
EPISODE 5: In this episode of NECKROOTS we are talking about time. Whether we realize it or not, time is the most valuable possesion that we have. Don't waste it and be careful where you decide to spend it and who to spend it on because once its going, its not coming back. Lets use our time to benefit ourselves and those around us!
EPISODE 4: In thie episode of NECKROOTS we will discuss your inner power of decision. No matter what is happening around us, we all have the power to decide. Decide what to do, how to act and what to say. Let us make good decisions as we move forward and inspire those around us. Bless Up NECKNATION
EPISODE 3: On this episode of NECKROOTS we are talking about attitude. How we choose to respond to the pressures and trials of life is going to shape who we are. Let's remember to keep a positive attitude and build up those around us! You got this NECK NATION!
EPISODE 2: On this episode of NECKROOTS we are talking about Confidence. No one is born without it but if your confidence is lacking, lets find it, help it grow and improve ourselves because you are worth it!
EPISODE 1: In this episode we focus on what is NECKROOTS, being different, and shedding our shame. Society places alot of expectations on on us as men and individuals and wants us to act and be a certain way. Remember who you are and what you stand for, be yourself and dont let the past weigh you down. You've Got This!