I am a 55-yr-old, white woman who has never commented on a video in my life, but I was moved by Darren Waller’s truth today. The Pivot is important. You are crossing barriers and building bridges. I am a fan!
I hear you Jackie. I’m a 44-yr-old African woman and I’m obsessed with this show. The Pivot is definitely crossing barriers. This particular episode has moved me beyond any other. I’ve watched it at least 4 times since it dropped yesterday. Darren Waller’s story is important. Much love to him and the whole podcast for engaging him like they did.
Most definitely, Miss Jackie. I’m a 25-year old African American. This story of Darren Waller has truly been incredible to witness. As someone who has never smoked or drank, it’s transcending to be a fan of a platform like Pivot, that put success stories like Darren Waller at the forefront, so they can teach all of us lessons on resilience, strength, and faith in one’s self, all while covering sports at the same time. Truly incredible. God bless.
As a drug addict living in recovery I want Darren to know that he is a great example of what is possible. Darren wakes up every morning with untreated drug addiction. The cure is abstinence. To the guys, there is always room for understanding. An addict in recovery's greatest achievement is in helping others to achieve sobriety. Great Show.
This right here hits home to me. I deal with anxiety, depression, and that feeling of not being good enough. This man right shows we're all human. We're not super heros! Keep striving for greatness
Keep your head up man I have All the same problems mostly with confidence and control in my life and knowing who I am as a human and I just try and take one day at a time
As a clinical social worker, I love this episode. I will most definitely be using this episode in some of my sessions. Great job, guys. Real life, real advice, real support, solution focused conversation 💯
Oh snap! 🔥 As a behavioral health specialist and working in the industry of mental health in crisis and recovery. You guys absolutely pivoted into dialogue that is essential to someone who is looking for restoration with addiction and life crisis! I will share this podcast with the current youth and high school players I coach to open more discussions about honesty internally to begin healing if they are struggling or know of someone who is. DL was an amazing guest and thank you again fellas for having continued insert of this dialogue so DL’s redemption story is being shared.
As much as I still like IAA, The Pivot has been dropping some great episodes since they started. Keep it going fellas. Keep pushing the culture and the conversation forward.
It’s a lot easier not to watch IAA Bmarsh still a bratty kid whose extremely low self-esteem makes him think he’s the star ANYWHERE, AT ANY TIME, AROUND ANYBODY. False sense of security will always be his downfall. Fred Taylor, Channing and RC don’t have to “act” like men, it’s just who they are. And they do it with strength, grace and humility
You don't have to shit on one to support another.... Stop being a liability. Both are black creatives going into different spaces. I wish them both every success.
@@RobL1223 100%. Especially Channing and how he never was as good at football as the other guys but dosent let that become an excuse to hate. 3 confident grown men who are comfortable in what they achieved . I think Brandon is also proud of what he’s done but can’t let his ego go
His graduation from drug treatment should carry as much a weight as Harvard Degree..I promise I'm not coming side ways neither stepping on your toes..we need to rethink what we consider admiration and laughter, not using and seeking help, is success just like degree from Jackson State..its all good..I love your content- keep up the good work @ The Pivot
Man this show is so LIT. I've even incorporated the word Pivot into my daily vernacular. PLEASE keep coming with the great content. You gentlemen have hit gold and I love it. Can't wait for this one as well.
This show is truly something special. the Topics, The talks, The Realness, The Characters,The Experience each on of you have including the guest, this is has been my weekly therapy session and self evaluation moments.
Definitely needed this episode. Young. Black. Gifted. And still went thru the trenches life throws at everyone and overcame it. Love seeing shît like this. Glad you guys made the pivot. Convos just flow so much comfortably. RC was definitely a great addition to the team. Rooting for all yall kings.
Love, love, love the Transparency & honesty of this young man. He mentioned going to church with his parents. He is truly a story of redemption. That's what Jesus does. He transforms lives. I loved the authentic questions from the Pivit. This young man is a class act. May God continue to bless him and keep him.
This is something truly special... many people who watch this can take a lot away from this brother speaking. I think this one episode I find can truly change multiple lives from just the honesty and truthfulness. Great Episode!
One of my favorite interviews!! I like how we as black people can find the humor or laughter in any serious situation.. Fred was super engaged and I wanna hear more about what Fred went through with painkillers. Channing lightens the mood at the perfect time and got Darren to uncross his arms. Ryan is a good Qb as always
Darren had publicly stated that he wasn’t accepted by other black kids when he was growing up because he had white friends and did well academically in school. I think as a community we need to teach our children this behavior is not acceptable. It needs to be addressed.
Fred is so talented in this space bro. Like wow, he’s naturally talented in this realm bro. It’s wild how God works, growing up I just saw him as a beast back. To see this intelligence and wisdom bruh. Let’s go baby 🔥🔥🔥🔥
Waller thanks bro, I’m 42 in recovery and telling the truth was my hardest obstacle. I’m 9 months clean working on my own path. Thanks for sharing. Thank you Pivot podcast. Showing REAL LIFE helps a billion percent.
I appreciate your honesty Darren Waller and I’m rooting for your continued success. There are so many people dealing with the mental health and addictive issues that you’ve dealt with; I’m hoping this platform will prove that they can overcome it.
Im so glad this young brother was able to change the circumstances in his Life. I pray that he can continue to have the strength that he may continue to prosper as a human being. Keep up the Great Work.
This made me break down fr same shyt im going thru I’m going too my drug program next week I start and when he said he got caught on August 11th really made me cry because my birthday august 12th I really feel him and we neva met
RC is the best at controlling where the show goes and doing the intros and making sure not to step over Freddy and Channing!! Best Podcast out there and I don’t see nobody trumping them anytime soon!!! 💯💯💯
RC is a good facilitator but sometimes he tells irrelevant stories, never misses an opportunity to talk about himself, and talks too long. Fred and Channing have phenomenal chemistry. Fred ask thoughtful questions while Channing keeps it light.
Another gem!! Can’t wait for this one! I love the transparency, the vulnerability, the camaraderie & the humility! Darren is a story of resilience, & grace!! Not only is he a dog on the field, he’s even tougher off! Forever rooting for him!
I LOVED YOUR COMMENT & WORDS THAT YOU USED WAS EXACTLY HOW I WAS FEELING ABOUT THIS CONVERSATION WITH DARREN WALLER!!!!!💐💐💐💐 SO MANY MEN NEED TO SEE & HEAR THIS MESSAGE!!!!
MANNNNNNNNN!!! I wish this podcast was longer!!! As a Raider fan and a person in recovery I was hoping you guys would have D Wall on the podcast!!!!!! 💪🏼
Hey salute to Darren you are real one for sharing your story I’ve struggled with some of the same things in my past and been clean for seven years now I pray you stay on your path of sobriety and hoping for the best for you bro I appreciate y’all on the Pivot podcast I love the show thanks
Darren Waller being so transparent and honest! Tip of the hat to you sir! I see Chan look like he was on the Gas early lol. Fred over there with the cookies hat and Darren just vibin. Great show!
He deserves his flowers. He overcame so much to get to where he is at now. This episode really solidified that R.C, Fred, and Channing really want to put us on game.
The/Pivot continues to provide the real conversations our men need to have. Soo proud of you gentlemen for shining the light and the deep conversations. An idea, March is Colorectal Cancer month. The official color is blue. Please consider a show with NFL players who have survived Colorectal Cancer. A quick stat - Colorectal Cancer is the #3 killer among both men and women. Again, thank you Fred, Channing & Ryan.
I love this. Enabling people to talk about their issues and how to find the other side. Especially men openly talking about mental health. This is huge! This podcast is so important. Keep up the good work fellas!
DAYUM what an incredible interaction. Darren Waller is remarkably articulate and aware. But the other guys are so dialed in so on point with questions they make it the unique powerful dynamic it is. Totally inspirational. Each of the four guys is just flat over the top interesting insightful and cool. Best interview on you tube by far that I have seen.
I truly appreciate Darren’s transparency. Im sure its hard to talk abt but also talking abt it to people that dont 100% understand. Ive learned so much listening and I hope this episode helps someone 🤞🏾
I’ve watched 10 minutes so far . This is informative, impactful, and important. People need to know about addictive behavior . It isn’t a joke . I still deal with but for this man to go through what he’s been through you have to know it will get better no matter how long it takes
I’m so PROUD of Darren! This is amazing! I love that he channels his attention toward serving and his ability to shift his mindset to gratitude! GROWTH is so real! This episode is so beautiful.
It's 2:20 in the morning and I'm watching this video. Darren Waller you spoke so much truth when it comes to addiction and how an addicted person feels on the inside. This video just slapped me in the face and said "Go to rehab or you will die" . Although I don't look like it, but I'm a functional alcoholic. The rehab facility is one green button away to call I just haven't hit send.. It's always good to hear that you are not alone.. Peace and thank you Pivot ✊🏽💯
Amazing. Stories like this impact me. Struggling with addiction and mental health and not knowing how to deal with it. It’s hard. Hearing this makes me realize how important structure and routine is important in life. Thank you guys. God bless
This hit me... I have a brother who fought with the same demons and has came out on top but that doesn't mean it's over, he fights them everyday and I root for him... I appreciateyou for having this talk. I was already a fan of the football player you are but now I'm a fan of the person as well...
Interesting story. I like a story of redemption and flourishing. This is guy is incredible. I had to look him up. He’s easily the top 5 TE In NFL Right now. Good job.
I love this interview. This interview is going to help so many people because it is not how you start, it’s how you finish. Salute to Darren Waller. 🙏🏾🙏🏾🙏🏾
This podcast is tremendous. Darren Waller's transparency is wonderful. The questions and genuine responses are much appreciated! Thank you, Channing C., Ryan C., Fred T., and Darren W. for this podcast session!
Watching and listening to Darren Waller as I’ve been aware of his story since the Raiders were on ‘Hard Knocks’, I’ve gotten the sense that he maybe hasn’t fully grasped how special he is. Not just his talent, but him still being alive. The fact that he figured out he needed to get clean and did while still young enough to be able to play in the NFL? Then to watch him now play at such an elite level, it’s great to see. Reminds me of Josh Hamilton in MLB. I worry less about Darren long term than I do Josh Hamilton. Proud of this young man.
I truly enjoyed this episode. Darren Waller I'm a fan and thank you for sharing your story. We can all pull life lessons from this. Fred you managed the conversation with respect and compassion. I loved the advise you gave Darren to be himself and the plays will come. By far this is my favorite episode
As a 30 year old man who is now 7 years clean, I know the struggles. Pain pills led to heroin, which led to prison. No male role models really, but to be able to watch this show and these men that I looked up to growing up, bring men like Darren on here. I think it is absolutely so very powerful. I appreciate every episode I watch!
What a great person, player, and articulate conversation I’m very happy to hear and see this story keep grinding Darren definitely rooting for you💯💯💯🏁🏁🏁🏆🏆🏆
It's so amazing as people in recovery such as myself to not only hear these stories of experience strength and hope but to be able to have access to it on a such an accessible platform any day, any time you need it. Truly grateful to hear his journey and grateful to be trudging the happy road of destiny among him. But let's go broncos
I honestly slept on this episode, and that was a mistake. I found myself getting very emotional during this episode. Thank you for being vulnerable…I hope y’all know how much sharing your story helps others. Shout out to everyone currently in the fight against addiction. Keep pushing and please hang in there.
Mental health can have many perceptions, with this pandemic my 2 boys were struggling at online learning. They are both extremely smart but were pretending to be online because the school system and us, as parents, demanded that from them. Whether it is in person or online. The youngest, 11 yrs old missed 2 weeks straight. The other one, 13 yrs old was always late to sign in, to His online classes. When we approached them both and asked them why they were deceiving us. They both cried and said, “do you know how much it hurts to be lock inside a home all day without seen your friends. Do you know how hard it is to do homework when the teachers do not explain anything correctly through a computer screen. In short, it was an eye opener and very painful as a parent to here. This story is so insightful, looking from outside, we see glamorous and amazing athletes. Never questioning what they can be going through. Thank you again for sharing. May God bless the world and everyone battling with any type of addiction. May God bring peace to Ukraine and every human being. The world so needs it.
This was absolutely incredible. Thank you all for inviting Darren on the show, and thank you for being so transparent about your experiences, Darren. You are amazing, unique, brilliant, and you have a very powerful voice. Your life will make waves in and out of football. Addiction and poor mental health are very real, y'all. Therapy is incredible. For those who are hesitant, think of therapy or rehab/hospitalization as a reset/whole body check-in. Stay up, fam🤙🏿
I’ve been dealing with depression for over half my life now and have dealt with intense self-hate so I understand substance abuse, know what that feels like. Thank you for sharing your story.
Everyone had great questions in this interview and I love the compassion for his story. This interview was great and so relative to what's happening in the world now especially with the youths. I love ❤️ this podcast!
Darren Waller A Real One For Feelin Comfortable Having This Convo With The Guys!! This Interview Can Help Thousands Of People Cause It Let People Know They’re Not Alone🙏🏾🙏🏾💯💯
DW, I'm such a fan now. I love that you have pivots and are constantly moving in the right direction. Praying for your continuous success 🙌 healing and recovery 🙏🏾.
I am a 55-yr-old, white woman who has never commented on a video in my life, but I was moved by Darren Waller’s truth today. The Pivot is important. You are crossing barriers and building bridges. I am a fan!
I hear you Jackie. I’m a 44-yr-old African woman and I’m obsessed with this show. The Pivot is definitely crossing barriers. This particular episode has moved me beyond any other. I’ve watched it at least 4 times since it dropped yesterday. Darren Waller’s story is important. Much love to him and the whole podcast for engaging him like they did.
Most definitely, Miss Jackie. I’m a 25-year old African American. This story of Darren Waller has truly been incredible to witness. As someone who has never smoked or drank, it’s transcending to be a fan of a platform like Pivot, that put success stories like Darren Waller at the forefront, so they can teach all of us lessons on resilience, strength, and faith in one’s self, all while covering sports at the same time. Truly incredible. God bless.
I choose not to believe you. Have a nice day.
On god Ms Jackie, I'm a 70 year old Chinese woman who was moved by the incredible story of Darren Waller too. That shit crazy nigga
@@Man-lw1vp ???
As a drug addict living in recovery I want Darren to know that he is a great example of what is possible. Darren wakes up every morning with untreated drug addiction. The cure is abstinence. To the guys, there is always room for understanding. An addict in recovery's greatest achievement is in helping others to achieve sobriety. Great Show.
This show gives me a sence understanding I'm also are recovering addict these guys are like my little brothers schooling me
Stay blessed Kevin 🙏🏾🙏🏾
You are not an addict🤎 You have experienced drug addiction or substance misuse. I wish you tremendous goodness.
Brotha I was an addict for about 7-8 years. Been clean going on 3 years this July I stop cold turkey.
This right here hits home to me. I deal with anxiety, depression, and that feeling of not being good enough. This man right shows we're all human. We're not super heros! Keep striving for greatness
Keep your head up bro. Proud of you. We are all human. 1 love king 💯
Keep going, Micheal. You got this.
Thanks bro 💪🏽💪🏽👊
@@thosethatwander thanks you!
Keep your head up man I have All the same problems mostly with confidence and control in my life and knowing who I am as a human and I just try and take one day at a time
As a clinical social worker, I love this episode.
I will most definitely be using this episode in some of my sessions. Great job, guys. Real life, real advice, real support, solution focused conversation 💯
Waller is the definition of over coming adversity and this show brought it to light for us even more. Love this show
Oh snap! 🔥
As a behavioral health specialist and working in the industry of mental health in crisis and recovery. You guys absolutely pivoted into dialogue that is essential to someone who is looking for restoration with addiction and life crisis! I will share this podcast with the current youth and high school players I coach to open more discussions about honesty internally to begin healing if they are struggling or know of someone who is. DL was an amazing guest and thank you again fellas for having continued insert of this dialogue so DL’s redemption story is being shared.
Such a good idea, Soma!
As much as I still like IAA, The Pivot has been dropping some great episodes since they started. Keep it going fellas. Keep pushing the culture and the conversation forward.
Thank you, brother's! I am a grown man in tears. The truth, generosity, and acceptance (receiving without judgment) are simply beautiful.
Darrell Waller has been through a lot. I wish nothing but the best for him.
Darren
CHANNING ASKING HIM " CAN HE APPRECIATE THE GOOD QUALITIES THAT HE HAS" IS AN AMAZING QUESTION!!!!!
I Am athlete ain’t a damn thang without Fred and Channing, so hard to watch that show without these boys, I had to PIVOT!!!👌🏾💪🏾
It’s a lot easier not to watch IAA Bmarsh still a bratty kid whose extremely low self-esteem makes him think he’s the star ANYWHERE, AT ANY TIME, AROUND ANYBODY. False sense of security will always be his downfall. Fred Taylor, Channing and RC don’t have to “act” like men, it’s just who they are. And they do it with strength, grace and humility
You don't have to shit on one to support another.... Stop being a liability. Both are black creatives going into different spaces. I wish them both every success.
@@user-ps7rr1no6n Facts
@@RobL1223 100%. Especially Channing and how he never was as good at football as the other guys but dosent let that become an excuse to hate. 3 confident grown men who are comfortable in what they achieved . I think Brandon is also proud of what he’s done but can’t let his ego go
Yeah I would have to agree and adding RC is 🔥
His graduation from drug treatment should carry as much a weight as Harvard Degree..I promise I'm not coming side ways neither stepping on your toes..we need to rethink what we consider admiration and laughter, not using and seeking help, is success just like degree from Jackson State..its all good..I love your content- keep up the good work @ The Pivot
Man this show is so LIT. I've even incorporated the word Pivot into my daily vernacular. PLEASE keep coming with the great content. You gentlemen have hit gold and I love it. Can't wait for this one as well.
OMG...I was at work & I told the ladies that it's time to PIVOT! 😂😂😂
@@deejames7031 LOLOL
"You should be"... love Fred
LOL me too, I even have my son using the word lol
Same Bro 😂 pivot in the vocabulary now
This show is truly something special. the Topics, The talks, The Realness, The Characters,The Experience each on of you have including the guest, this is has been my weekly therapy session and self evaluation moments.
I’m a grown man and watching this moved me to tears. 💯 percent rooting for him.
Definitely needed this episode. Young. Black. Gifted. And still went thru the trenches life throws at everyone and overcame it. Love seeing shît like this. Glad you guys made the pivot. Convos just flow so much comfortably. RC was definitely a great addition to the team. Rooting for all yall kings.
Love, love, love the Transparency & honesty of this young man. He mentioned going to church with his parents. He is truly a story of redemption. That's what Jesus does. He transforms lives. I loved the authentic questions from the Pivit. This young man is a class act. May God continue to bless him and keep him.
This talk hits home real hard. These conversation should be talked on more he is 1 of MANY going through this now. We need to help not shame.
Amen
Man I was hurt when the Ravens let him go and now to see how good he has become. Im happy he got it together. Salute to you
iirc he was never really let go he was on the practice squad and got signed onto the raiders from there.
This is something truly special... many people who watch this can take a lot away from this brother speaking. I think this one episode I find can truly change multiple lives from just the honesty and truthfulness. Great Episode!
One of my favorite interviews!! I like how we
as black people can find the humor or laughter in any serious situation.. Fred was super engaged and I wanna hear more about what Fred went through with painkillers. Channing lightens the mood at the perfect time and got Darren to uncross his arms. Ryan is a good Qb as always
Darren had publicly stated that he wasn’t accepted by other black kids when he was growing up because he had white friends and did well academically in school. I think as a community we need to teach our children this behavior is not acceptable. It needs to be addressed.
Fred is so talented in this space bro. Like wow, he’s naturally talented in this realm bro. It’s wild how God works, growing up I just saw him as a beast back. To see this intelligence and wisdom bruh. Let’s go baby 🔥🔥🔥🔥
Waller thanks bro, I’m 42 in recovery and telling the truth was my hardest obstacle. I’m 9 months clean working on my own path. Thanks for sharing. Thank you Pivot podcast. Showing REAL LIFE helps a billion percent.
Hope you sill clean brodie!!
I feel so protective of this very precious being. I love him. And wish him well. What a powerful being. 🥹 Blessings be upon him and the three elders.
I appreciate your honesty Darren Waller and I’m rooting for your continued success. There are so many people dealing with the mental health and addictive issues that you’ve dealt with; I’m hoping this platform will prove that they can overcome it.
Amen!! Thank each and everyone of you for allowing this blessing to come on your platform and share his blessing of his story. Love you Waller
Im so glad this young brother was able to change the circumstances in his Life. I pray that he can continue to have the strength that he may continue to prosper as a human being. Keep up the Great Work.
This made me break down fr same shyt im going thru I’m going too my drug program next week I start and when he said he got caught on August 11th really made me cry because my birthday august 12th I really feel him and we neva met
All can say is God bless Darren Waller that life he had was something I've seen in my family. I wish him the best. love you guys.
RC is the best at controlling where the show goes and doing the intros and making sure not to step over Freddy and Channing!! Best Podcast out there and I don’t see nobody trumping them anytime soon!!! 💯💯💯
That’s exactly why he stays booked and busy. Man is just a natural in the whole debate aspect.
RC is a good facilitator but sometimes he tells irrelevant stories, never misses an opportunity to talk about himself, and talks too long. Fred and Channing have phenomenal chemistry. Fred ask thoughtful questions while Channing keeps it light.
@@keciatyler9042 Haha. You hit the nail on the head
Facts
Another gem!! Can’t wait for this one!
I love the transparency, the vulnerability, the camaraderie & the humility! Darren is a story of resilience, & grace!! Not only is he a dog on the field, he’s even tougher off! Forever rooting for him!
I LOVED YOUR COMMENT & WORDS THAT YOU USED WAS EXACTLY HOW I WAS FEELING ABOUT THIS CONVERSATION WITH DARREN WALLER!!!!!💐💐💐💐
SO MANY MEN NEED TO SEE & HEAR THIS MESSAGE!!!!
MANNNNNNNNN!!! I wish this podcast was longer!!! As a Raider fan and a person in recovery I was hoping you guys would have D Wall on the podcast!!!!!! 💪🏼
I’m currently struggling w addiction & I appreciate this insight on you battle. I’m going to go 10x harder to quit
Best wishes ❤
Hey salute to Darren you are real one for sharing your story I’ve struggled with some of the same things in my past and been clean for seven years now I pray you stay on your path of sobriety and hoping for the best for you bro I appreciate y’all on the Pivot podcast I love the show thanks
I work nights & I should be sleep but the PIVOT got me UP!! I really appreciate & love watching yall!! 🙏🏾💪🏾❤✊🏾
I'm so encouraged and have immense gratitude for Darren sharing his journey. I'm also rooting for you.
Darren Waller being so transparent and honest! Tip of the hat to you sir! I see Chan look like he was on the Gas early lol. Fred over there with the cookies hat and Darren just vibin. Great show!
Humble, Talented, Real....I like this guy!
He deserves his flowers. He overcame so much to get to where he is at now. This episode really solidified that R.C, Fred, and Channing really want to put us on game.
I love hearing Fred Taylor speak you can tell everytime he opens his mouth it’s intentional and well thought out
This one touched home…I’m grab a waller jersey for this interview…speaks volumes too me.
This is gonna be an emotional episode. What an inspiration. Drugs have ruined a ton of families including my own. I’m gonna cry yo lol
Dude is so humble and genuine . He deserves all the success
The/Pivot continues to provide the real conversations our men need to have. Soo proud of you gentlemen for shining the light and the deep conversations. An idea, March is Colorectal Cancer month. The official color is blue. Please consider a show with NFL players who have survived Colorectal Cancer. A quick stat - Colorectal Cancer is the #3 killer among both men and women. Again, thank you Fred, Channing & Ryan.
ABSOLUTELY AGREE,,,,BLACK MEN NEED THIS SO BADLY!!!!
A SAFE PLACE TO SPEAK & TELL OUR STORIES WITHOUT JUDGEMENT!!!
“Trust God’s will in every part of my life.”
D Waller
Perfect wisdom!
I love this. Enabling people to talk about their issues and how to find the other side. Especially men openly talking about mental health. This is huge! This podcast is so important. Keep up the good work fellas!
I’m rooting for him in life. Football will come and go. Keep ascending young man.
DAYUM what an incredible interaction. Darren Waller is remarkably articulate and aware. But the other guys are so dialed in so on point with questions they make it the unique powerful dynamic it is. Totally inspirational. Each of the four guys is just flat over the top interesting insightful and cool. Best interview on you tube by far that I have seen.
One of the best episodes yet! Thanks for your transparency and honesty. Know that we are rooting for you!
I SWEAR this is the one I've been waiting on!! After hearing story and watching Hard Knocks me and my wife have been rooting for Waller 🙏🙏🏾❤️🩹
What a great episode. I’m glad he overcame. It was scary for him here in Baltimore, God is good.
Literally everything he's saying I've felt in my soul, the battle. Everything.
I truly appreciate Darren’s transparency. Im sure its hard to talk abt but also talking abt it to people that dont 100% understand. Ive learned so much listening and I hope this episode helps someone 🤞🏾
I’ve watched 10 minutes so far . This is informative, impactful, and important. People need to know about addictive behavior . It isn’t a joke . I still deal with but for this man to go through what he’s been through you have to know it will get better no matter how long it takes
I’m going through this right now. Just failed a random drug test at the job. 🤦🏾♂️
🙏🙏🙏
You can change and grow through it. Keep going.🙏🏽
Rooting for you ❤
Keep watching this if it motivates you my man. Find little spots in it you can use. Pulling for you and you can make it Brother
Praying for you. You can overcome this...just keeping pushing and don't give up. If you fall, just get back up and try again. God Bless you!!!
Crowder has gotten so much better with his interviewing skills and questions being asked!! Great episode. Great show!!
Bravo guys... What an inspirational story... These are the type of stories that is needed in people's life. Continued Blessings to Darren Waller.
Been following 83 story from the beginning!! His story has helped me through my own struggles!
I’m so PROUD of Darren! This is amazing! I love that he channels his attention toward serving and his ability to shift his mindset to gratitude! GROWTH is so real! This episode is so beautiful.
It's 2:20 in the morning and I'm watching this video. Darren Waller you spoke so much truth when it comes to addiction and how an addicted person feels on the inside. This video just slapped me in the face and said "Go to rehab or you will die" . Although I don't look like it, but I'm a functional alcoholic. The rehab facility is one green button away to call I just haven't hit send.. It's always good to hear that you are not alone.. Peace and thank you Pivot ✊🏽💯
Pivot the perfect title cuz y’all Pivot impeccable 🤣😭🔥🔥🔥🔥
Fred. "Im a fan, I'm rooting for you." I bet that was the most important thing said in the interview. I am also a fan and will follow Darren's story.
I am a fan now of this young player, what he has gone through in his life! So love this show! Right mix of hosts!
Amazing. Stories like this impact me. Struggling with addiction and mental health and not knowing how to deal with it. It’s hard. Hearing this makes me realize how important structure and routine is important in life. Thank you guys. God bless
Amazing story....The Pivot Podcast bring real-life situations people can relate too.
Keep going guys ✌ !!!
This hit me... I have a brother who fought with the same demons and has came out on top but that doesn't mean it's over, he fights them everyday and I root for him... I appreciateyou for having this talk. I was already a fan of the football player you are but now I'm a fan of the person as well...
I enjoyed listening to Darren. What an amazing guy(player and human being). This was a great podcast episode!!
Darren really makes me understand my own emotion, why i do what i do, and if he changed for the better maybe i can too
Interesting story. I like a story of redemption and flourishing. This is guy is incredible. I had to look him up. He’s easily the top 5 TE In NFL Right now. Good job.
I love this interview. This interview is going to help so many people because it is not how you start, it’s how you finish. Salute to Darren Waller. 🙏🏾🙏🏾🙏🏾
Channing “we gotta jump him” I died 😂😂😂
This podcast is tremendous. Darren Waller's transparency is wonderful. The questions and genuine responses are much appreciated! Thank you, Channing C., Ryan C., Fred T., and Darren W. for this podcast session!
One of the best interviews I've seen in a long time. It blessed me. Will definitely continue to pray for him. Awesome job. 10,000 thumbs up 👍
Better and better each interview and interviewee..excellent excellent excellent
That was amazing. The Pivot is doing good things.
Watching and listening to Darren Waller as I’ve been aware of his story since the Raiders were on ‘Hard Knocks’, I’ve gotten the sense that he maybe hasn’t fully grasped how special he is. Not just his talent, but him still being alive. The fact that he figured out he needed to get clean and did while still young enough to be able to play in the NFL? Then to watch him now play at such an elite level, it’s great to see. Reminds me of Josh Hamilton in MLB. I worry less about Darren long term than I do Josh Hamilton.
Proud of this young man.
I truly enjoyed this episode. Darren Waller I'm a fan and thank you for sharing your story. We can all pull life lessons from this. Fred you managed the conversation with respect and compassion. I loved the advise you gave Darren to be himself and the plays will come. By far this is my favorite episode
As a 30 year old man who is now 7 years clean, I know the struggles. Pain pills led to heroin, which led to prison. No male role models really, but to be able to watch this show and these men that I looked up to growing up, bring men like Darren on here. I think it is absolutely so very powerful. I appreciate every episode I watch!
Great interview. A great woman of mines showed me nature, it’s a great way to slow time down. S/O to Waller for working at grocery store as well!
Great show. Darren Waller is the true definition of never give up!!!!
What a great person, player, and articulate conversation I’m very happy to hear and see this story keep grinding Darren definitely rooting for you💯💯💯🏁🏁🏁🏆🏆🏆
Darren Waller is a inspiration to us all..Get the help from others and the sky's the limit..Amen Darren.. Raidernation
I love that Fred Taylor was really trying to make sure Darren Waller was ready for life after football. This episode was the most touching. 🙏🏼
It's so amazing as people in recovery such as myself to not only hear these stories of experience strength and hope but to be able to have access to it on a such an accessible platform any day, any time you need it. Truly grateful to hear his journey and grateful to be trudging the happy road of destiny among him.
But let's go broncos
I honestly slept on this episode, and that was a mistake. I found myself getting very emotional during this episode. Thank you for being vulnerable…I hope y’all know how much sharing your story helps others. Shout out to everyone currently in the fight against addiction. Keep pushing and please hang in there.
Mental health can have many perceptions, with this pandemic my 2 boys were struggling at online learning. They are both extremely smart but were pretending to be online because the school system and us, as parents, demanded that from them. Whether it is in person or online. The youngest, 11 yrs old missed 2 weeks straight. The other one, 13 yrs old was always late to sign in, to
His online classes. When we approached them both and asked them why they were deceiving us. They both cried and said, “do you know how much it hurts to be lock inside a home all day without seen your friends. Do you know how hard it is to do homework when the teachers do not explain anything correctly through a computer screen. In short, it was an eye opener and very painful as a parent to here.
This story is so insightful, looking from outside, we see glamorous and amazing athletes. Never questioning what they can be going through.
Thank you again for sharing. May God bless the world and everyone battling with any type of addiction. May God bring peace to Ukraine and every human being. The world so needs it.
I would really like to see this young man conquer his demons and succeed in everything he does. Much respect to him for sharing his story.
This was absolutely incredible. Thank you all for inviting Darren on the show, and thank you for being so transparent about your experiences, Darren. You are amazing, unique, brilliant, and you have a very powerful voice. Your life will make waves in and out of football. Addiction and poor mental health are very real, y'all. Therapy is incredible. For those who are hesitant, think of therapy or rehab/hospitalization as a reset/whole body check-in. Stay up, fam🤙🏿
This show is 🔥🔥🔥. I love the way everyone keeps it real!! Darren Waller is awesome!! Keep grinding my G!! We're all rooting for your success!!
I’ve been dealing with depression for over half my life now and have dealt with intense self-hate so I understand substance abuse, know what that feels like. Thank you for sharing your story.
Darren Waller! Thank you for breaking bread! 🙏🏾🔥 Amazing episode y’all, very impactful!
Pivot outdid itself on this one. Great show with Darren about mental health! Props to Waller and the crew for this one. We all in this together!
Everyone had great questions in this interview and I love the compassion for his story. This interview was great and so relative to what's happening in the world now especially with the youths. I love ❤️ this podcast!
Darren Waller A Real One For Feelin Comfortable Having This Convo With The Guys!! This Interview Can Help Thousands Of People Cause It Let People Know They’re Not Alone🙏🏾🙏🏾💯💯
Hope Darren can stay healthy and keep being strong over came so much 💪🏾
This is hands down one of the most impactful episodes on the Pivot. It was both inspiring and very eye opening.
Thank you for this show. I appreciate this young man’s openness & honesty! 🙏🏽🙏🏽🙏🏽🙏🏽🙏🏽🙏🏽🙏🏽🙏🏽🙏🏽🙏🏽🙏🏽🙏🏽
DW, I'm such a fan now. I love that you have pivots and are constantly moving in the right direction. Praying for your continuous success 🙌 healing and recovery 🙏🏾.
Awesome! I really appreciate Waller telling his story. He's courageous and inspiring. This show is great!
I have been dealing with panic attacks and anxiety and this has been such a huge help. You guys are the best