Grind Nation with Jayden

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 about faith, discipline, and trusting the process. He breaks down lessons from his mission, how he deals with anxiety and failure, and why staying humble through NIL and hype matters more than ever. This one is all heart, all effort, and all grind.  Instagram [https://www.instagram.com/grindnationpodcast/]  x [https://x.com/Grindnationwjh] TikTok [https://www.tiktok.com/@grindnationpodcast?is_from_webapp=1&sender_device=pc] Youtube [https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCIaB-5TcYSOAS7IPkkhOa_Q]

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, reframe failure, and build real mental toughness. This episode dives deep into what separates good athletes from great ones — and how to develop resilience that lasts beyond the game. Instagram [https://www.instagram.com/grindnationpodcast/]  x [https://x.com/Grindnationwjh] TikTok [https://www.tiktok.com/@grindnationpodcast?is_from_webapp=1&sender_device=pc] Youtube [https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCIaB-5TcYSOAS7IPkkhOa_Q]

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 you — from learning through injury and trusting your rehab, to visualizing confidence before every game. He shares how his faith, family, and Polynesian heritage kept him grounded, and why true toughness isn’t about being perfect — it’s about showing up when it’s hard. Whether you’re an athlete, coach, or anyone chasing big goals, this episode reminds you that discipline, patience, and belief turn setbacks into strength. Instagram [https://www.instagram.com/grindnationpodcast/]  x [https://x.com/Grindnationwjh] TikTok [https://www.tiktok.com/@grindnationpodcast?is_from_webapp=1&sender_device=pc] Youtube [https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCIaB-5TcYSOAS7IPkkhOa_Q]

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 to building confidence through daily discipline, Darrin shares what decades in the game have taught him about mindset, family, and integrity. Whether you’re an athlete, entrepreneur, or anyone chasing a dream, this episode shows how to handle pressure, love the process, and keep your priorities straight. Instagram [https://www.instagram.com/grindnationpodcast/]  x [https://x.com/Grindnationwjh] TikTok [https://www.tiktok.com/@grindnationpodcast?is_from_webapp=1&sender_device=pc] Youtube [https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCIaB-5TcYSOAS7IPkkhOa_Q]

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 performance. Halle opens up about what it really takes to perform under pressure, how she built confidence through repetition, and the mindset that helped her push through comparison and setbacks. From national championships to the NBA stage, Halle’s story is a masterclass in discipline, humility, and finding joy in the work. Instagram [https://www.instagram.com/grindnationpodcast/]  x [https://x.com/Grindnationwjh] TikTok [https://www.tiktok.com/@grindnationpodcast?is_from_webapp=1&sender_device=pc] Youtube [https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCIaB-5TcYSOAS7IPkkhOa_Q]