Apr 28
Yahya Abdul-Mateen Emmy Award-Winning actor on choosing to be interesting vs being right, opens up on pain, purpose, staying true to himself and honor of playing Denzel's role as John Creasy in Netflix's Man on Fire.
“Do you want to be right or do you want to be interesting?” Yahya Abdul-Mateen II In this episode of The Pivot Podcast, we sit down with Yahya Abdul-Mateen II for a candid and inspiring conversation about the road that led him to becoming one of Hollywood’s most compelling actors ... Show More
58m 25s
Apr 21
Patrick Ewing in a rare sit-down opens up like never before on missing a championship, his Knicks legacy, NYC pressure, rivalries with Michael Jordan & Hakeem Olajuwon, Georgetown, his parents’ sacrifice, and his one regret
“That is the one regret I have of my time playing in New York.”-Patrick Ewing In this powerful episode of The Pivot Podcast, NBA legend Patrick Ewing sits down for a candid and reflective conversation about the journey that shaped his life and career. This one hits differently as ... Show More
59m 35s
Apr 17
Aurélien Tchouaméni: Real Madrid star on pressure, fame, playing for the world’s biggest club, Vinícius Jr’s leadership, racism on the pitch, contract talks, NFL influence, overcoming global defeat, France’s 2022 World Cup miss, and his 2026 mindset.
“Playing for Real Madrid, it’s the biggest stage in sports, the pressure is a privilege."- Aurélien Tchouaméni The Pivot goes international! Getting ready for World Cup action, we tapped in with a man who's had success and defeat at the highest level of the sport while juggling a ... Show More
57m 47s
Jun 2024
Embracing Fun: The fuel for creative sparks, with Richard Speight, Jr.
<p>When was the last time you truly listened to someone? Not just wait for your turn to speak, but genuinely hear their story, even if you disagree? This week, on our season finale, we explore the power of listening and embracing diverse perspectives with a guest who's made a car ... Show More
1h 1m
May 2025
Jeremy Renner: Rejecting Hawkeye's "Insult Offer" & His Fightback After 14,000lb Snowplough Crash (E348)
<p>Jeremy Renner is an award-winning actor known for his roles in films like The Hurt Locker, The Avengers, and Mayor of Kingstown. Beyond the big screen, he’s someone who’s faced serious real-life battles and come out stronger, with a powerful story of resilience and healing.</p ... Show More
56m 35s
Nov 2024
Matthew McConaughey
Matthew McConaughey is an Academy Award-winning actor, producer, author, and professor of film, known for his captivating leading roles and versatility. He has appeared in more than 40 feature films, beginning with his breakout role in Richard Linklater’s Dazed and Confused, that ... Show More
2h 5m
Oct 2020
Listen to this everyday and your life will be changed forever - Denzel Washington best motivation
Denzel Hayes Washington Jr. is an American actor, director, and producer. He has been described as an actor who reconfigured "the concept of classic movie stardom", associating with characters defined by their grace, dignity, humanity, and inner strengthRead His book:A Hand to Gu ... Show More
11m 20s
“I don't think it's a question of convincing people or convincing the world. My biggest hurdle was convincing myself.” Anthony Mackie on role of Captain America
Pivot Family, We are back in New Orleans like we never left! Sitting with NOLA’s hometown hero who’s Hollywood’s new Captain America, Anthony Mackie, is sharing his rise to stardom in the film indu ... Show More
<p><a target="_blank" href="https://www.buzzsprout.com/twilio/text_messages/2026579/open_sms">Send Kevin a Text Message</a></p><p>In this episode of Don't Kill the Messenger, host Kevin Goetz welcomes director and producer Brad Furman, known for films like <em>The Lincoln La ... Show More
