Blades of steel podcast

Get to know Shawn Finnegan and listen to how he got into the business world, how he became a succcesful leader and entrepreneur, his community engagement, networking and building relationships, and his experience at a recent music concert with Kevin and Jesse.

Introduction of the first episode of the football edition of Blades of Steel! Jesse and Kevin engage the audience with captivating tales of long drives and dark nights in the south, describe Manning Passing Academy, and present overviews of Joe Milton, Drake Maye, Quinn Ewers, Michael Penix Jr, and Archie Manning and their individual playing styles. They also discuss Payton Manning's leadership and influence over the camp, the unique personalities in the Manning family, how Archie Sr. gives back to his roots, and the power of giving back. 

Kevin and Jesse discuss the increasing importance of the wide receiver position, the shift in Madden's top receiver rankings, and debate over the top spot. They also discuss the drama with Steph Curry at the celebrity golf tournament at Tahoe, and takeaways from recent interview with Chip Kelly on "The Joel Klatt Show: Big Noon Conversations".

Kevin and Jesse discuss predictions of future landing spots for Shohei Ohtani and Damian Lillard, the possibility of more pro sports coming to Utah, "experiential" sports watching, changes at ESPN, and the introduction of their new football-focused podcast.

President of Clear Home, Casey Hreinson, is this episode's special guest. Kevin, Jesse, and Casey talk with podcast producer, Jared Dyer, about his latest Ironman race in St. George, Fit Con with Casey, as well as Jesse's wife's 40th birthday party. In sports, the NFL draft, changes in MLB, as well as the confrontation with Denver Nuggets center Nikola Jokic and Phoenix Suns owner Mat Ishbia during Game 4 in the NBA Playoffs is discussed.

Kevin and Jesse sit down with elite BYU Wide Receiver, Kody Epps, and discuss his glory days in high school, his recruiting experiences, and what brought him to play football at BYU, as well as his career highlights and favorite teammates. Kody also discusses his business mindset, the importance of creating meaningful relationships, and his perspective on the NIL.

Kevin and Jesse sit down with Bronson Kaufusi former BYU football standout and NFL player. They discuss mindsets, life as an athlete, and life after football!

Kevin and Guest host Bernie break down all that is going on in the sports world as of late.  Enjoy this fun episode!

Kevin is back in the studio with Long time listener and friend to to pod Bernie!  They catch up on all that was missed.  They talk baseball starting and the NBA playoffs about to start

Kev is in the studio with Cash Peterman. Cash is a Punter/Kicker for BYU football.  Cash also talks about his start up business and his charity.  What an impressive dude.  Give this one a listen!

Jonah Dalmas is a Boise state football player. He sits down with his boys and Kevin to discuss Boise football and the future of the program.

Kevin is in studio with Will Beck.  Will shares an interesting story about his experience at Columbine High School where he was during the shooting.  The boys also talk sports and other current events.

Kevin sits down with Lauren Gustin.  Lauren is a Transfer at BYU playing on the Women's Basketball team. Some of her previous stats include... - AP All-America honorable mention - 6th place Nation ranked rebound per game (1st WCC) - 11th in country with double-boubles  

Kevin and Jeremy sit down with Steven Kupcho. Steven played golf at University of Northern Colorado and has been a Professional Golfer now for several years.  Steven explains the road to the PGA and what it takes to get there.

Kevin sits down with Jordan Pendleton. Jordan is the founder and owner of Performance One, a facility that specializes in full body performance for athletes of all ages and skill levels.  The guys discuss Jordan's College Career, NIL opportunities for current athletes, Performance One, and much more

Kevin and Jesse sit down with the one and only Moose Bingham! Moose is the host of Utah Preps radio on ESPN700 & ESPN960  He knows more about up and coming college players than maybe anyone on the planet.  Between that and being the VP of WARROOM, and the CEO of Recruiting pro, Moose is a busy guy so we are more than excited to have him in the studio today

Kevin sits down with Devin Kaufusi.  Devin is currently #90 for the University of Utah football team playing on the Defensive line.  Kevin dives into the life of a Kaufusi on and off the field in this episode of Blades of Steel! 

Kevin sits down with special guest Funaki Asisi. Funaki played college football and has worked in the space for several years with different organizations.  They discuss those transitions and the benefits on both sides with the new NIL rules.

Kevin and Jesse discuss Suns/ Clippers, why Clippers may be the frontrunner...or not, and someones mother in law gets an apology!

Kevin sits with guest host Chris and Special Guest Brian Fagan. Brian is the founder and owner of Oncoor marketing.  A marketing agency that bridges the gap between athletes and brands. Collectively they dive into the new changes to college athletes and the NIL changes coming live this summer. That and much more on this episode

Kevin and Jesse Sit down and talk 1st round of the NBA playoffs, Some NFL trade rumors, Emma Stone's acting chops, and much much more! 

The boys are back in the studio... for real this time. Some NBA, NFL and catch up talk coming your way!  That and Jesse thinks he has abs now.

Kevin and Jesse back in studio and talk about the things that really matter.  Sports!  some hot news about the future and breakdown where things are sitting in the world of NBA, NFL, and other related activities.  

Kevin and Bernie break down each team in the NBA.  Their moves and their chance to win the championship.  This and more in this weeks episode of Blades

After some contract and sponsorship disputes the boys are back in studio to give the fans what they want!  Kevin and Jesse talk about some live events and dive into the current NFL situation.  That and much more on todays episode!

Kevin and Jesse are in studio and talk sports.  NBA bubble getting ready for playoffs.  Pac - 12 canceling play. Jesse eating him self out of depression.  and much more!!!

Kevin and Jesse sit down and talk sport being back.  On the phone they have special guest Yogi Roth.  Yogi is a Pac-12 Networks college football analyst, award-winning filmmaker, scholar, new york times best-selling author, accomplished coach, motivational speaker, media personality, host and much much more.  Get his insight into the world of NCAA football and its return now that times have changed.

Everything you need to know for the start of the MLB season.  Strap in for a 13 minute crash  course to get you ready for America's pastime from THE TROST.

Our good friend Evan the agent is back.  We break down all of the craziness in the NFL this offseason.  You won't want to miss this insight into what players are dealing with and how the league might shake out this year.

Sports are back and so are we!!!!!!!!!!!  Kevin and Jesse discuss the start of baseball season and sports coming back.

Kevin and Jesse sit down with Beth Jacobson.  Beth was a college athlete who went on to marry another college athlete turned college football coach (Tanner Jacobson BYU).  An interesting view of sports through her eyes and how deep rooted it is being part of the family. 

Kevin and Jesse sit down and catch us all up on their current weight loss bet and whats going on with sports.  NBA coming back and much more!

Kevin and Jesse sit down and talk about who knows what without Me (Jeremy).  Had to walk out before we start, Join me and listen to see what these clowns have to say when i'm not around to make sure their microphones work.

Jesse sits down with guest co-host Tanner Rehrer and they sit down with Samson an Puka Nacua.  The brothers, both WR's in the Pac12 tell us about their hopes for the upcoming season, the challenges of this off season during covid and much much more!

Kevin and Jesse sit down with Bernie.  They discuss the sports world how it is during these weird times, Last dance effect on the world, and much more.

Kevin and Jesse sit down with Tanner Rehrer @rehrerbreed and discuss the reality of life as a college athlete, the need for collegiate athletes to be able to monetize their likeness, and the transition from college athlete to successful entrepreneur.

Kevin and Jesse are on location in Austin to sit down with friend of the show Zebo.  They talk The Jordan Doc, Sports coming back, Live sporting events, The best and worst fans, and much more.

Kevin and Jesse in studio.  They discuss mountain biking, athletes in then news, and dive deep into some personal questions.  A couple silly geese go in to more than I can cover in the description so I guess you will just have to give it a listen.

Kevin and Jesse break down the other half of the NFL draft.  Pro's and Cons.  Little call in plug from Bernie to discuss the Seahawk picks and much more on todays episode.

Kevin & Jesse breakdown the best and worst of the NFL draft 2020.  This is part 1 of a 2 part event so they can dive into each team and give the breakdown they deserve. That and much more on todays episode.

Trey Warner joins Kevin and Jesse in studio today to talk "The Last Dance"  Discuss the Bad boys Pistons team, Rodman, Personality types and Trey goes into what made Jordan the best.  Trey also calls out Kevin and Jesse for being a personalty type 13.  You can go to braintypes.com to see more about that!

Kevin and Jesse break down the first two episodes of "The Last Dance" 

Kevin and Jesse back again in the studio.  Jesse has a few questions for Kevin, get ready for the NFL draft, and they finish up the AFC South.  

Kevin and Jesse talk quarantine and how people are reacting. Chicken and goat ownership.  What we are all doing without sports and breakdown the AFC East.

Kevin and Jesse sit down and talk NFC north, Tease the Scheme, Tiger king, new NBA 2k tourney, and much more on todays episode.

Kevin and Jesse sit down and talk about how their chickens are doing, franchise tags, and oh yeah break down the NFC East. All that and much more on this episode of the show

Kevin and Jesse sit down with Kaytlin Neil.  Kaytlin a.k.a. Katniss is a professional MMA fighter.  They talk about her road to becoming a pro, recent injury recovery, what its like to be a female in MMA, and much more.

Kevin and Jesse in studio with buddy Derek.  They discuss life without sports, NFL trading, break down the NFC South and West. all that and more in this episode.

Kevin & Jesse sit down with John Beck.  John spent six seasons as a quarterback in the NFL from 2007-2012.  Before the NFL he played for four seasons at Brigham Young University where he finished his career as second in all time passing yardage for the University behind 1990 Heisman Trophy winner Ty Detmer.  He was a finalist for the Davey O'brien and Johnny Unitas golden arm awards.  Was a two time first team all conference selection and named the conference player of the year his senior year.  After graduating he was the 2nd round draft pick for the 2007 Miami Dolphins.  Currently a motion mechanics instructor for 3DQB, an elite level training facility for Quarterbacks like Tom Brady, Matt Ryan, Matthew Stafford, Drew Brees, Jared Goff, and many others.  Hear about his career and more on this episode.

Kevin and Jesse sit down and talk the crazy times of Coronavirus.  Topics include: No sports, NBA, March Madness, MMA, Golf, The masters, MVP awards, NFL impacts, The Draft, and of course zebra cakes

Kevin and Jesse in studio with Jacob Peden.  Jacob used his degree in exercise science to work 2 seasons with the Utah Jazz, 3 Seasons with BYU football, and 2 Seasons in the NFL with the Atlanta Falcons. Currently VP of training at Anthem Pest control, a company he Co-founded.  In this episode you hear the inner workings of strength and conditioning at the pro level.