Ryan Clark
Mentioned in 12 analyzed podcast episodes across 7 shows
Former NFL safety and co-host of the Pivot Podcast, where he conducts interviews and participates in discussions spanning sports, athlete development, parenting, and competitive psychology. Known as a close confidant of Stephen A. Smith who provides accountability, and an ESPN sports analyst with notable social media influence. Appears frequently across sports podcasts as both a host and commentator on NFL culture, player mentality, and sports media.
Appears On
Episode Appearances
Pivot Podcast · Apr 10, 2026
Craig Melvin co-host of Today Show reveals the true cost of success, sacrifice, why he's ok being a bad friend, fatherhood, addiction, Savannah Guthrie's return and how looking at a glass half full vs half empty reflects a person's character.
“Co-host participating in conversation; former NFL safety and media personality”
Pivot Podcast · Apr 7, 2026
Lecrae Grammy Award winning artist reveals path from streets to finding his purpose, cheating death, power of redemption, Christian beliefs and how he's become a cultural bridge to faith, turning lessons into lyrics.
“Co-host of Pivot Podcast mentioned in opening credits”
First Take · Mar 31, 2026
Hour 2: Better Case for MVP: SGA or Wemby?
“First Take analyst predicting potential losing season for Steelers; played flag football with Aaron Rodgers”
In Depth With Graham Bensinger · Mar 2, 2026
Stephen A Smith: Inside the mind of sports media’s loudest voice
“Close friend and colleague; one of few people allowed into Smith's home; provides accountability”
Pivot Podcast · Feb 27, 2026
John Brown won't apologize for his parenting playbook to greatness or his primary role in shaping his sons’ athletic careers, all 3 reaching elite levels, especially All-Pro Amon-Ra St. Brown, who credits his dad for his NFL mindset, discipline & drive.
“Pivot Podcast co-host; participates in discussion about parenting, athlete development, and representation in sports”
Pivot Podcast · Feb 24, 2026
Andre Ward Hall of Fame boxer reveals his unlikely path to the top from the streets of Oakland to overcoming addiction, battling adversity to winning championships, the undefeated fighter talks retirement, respect and finding faith in the darkest place.
“Pivot Podcast co-host and former NFL safety discussing combat sports psychology and competitive mentality.”
Pivot Podcast · Feb 20, 2026
Bryce Young Carolina Panthers Quarterback reflects on playoff run, finally hitting his stride, opens up on the one night that changed his mindset, pressures of being the No. 1 NFL pick , bond with CJ Stroud and why he will never eat raccoon.
“Pivot Podcast host conducting interview with Young”
Pivot Podcast · Feb 13, 2026
Nick Emmanwori Super Bowl Champion reveals the secret MOB behind Seattle's Dark side defense, opens up on his pregame injury, Sam Darnold swag, Mike Macdonald's insane X&O's schemes, his mother going viral and why he trusts Seahawks will run it back.
“Pivot Podcast host; former NFL player; conducted interview with Emmanwori”
The Dan Le Batard Show with Stugotz · Feb 11, 2026
Postgame Show: THE ALIENS ARE HERE! (feat. JuJu Gotti)
“Sports analyst referenced as later validator of early takes about Patriots performance”
The Nateland Podcast · Feb 4, 2026
1: Public Figures
“ESPN sports analyst who engaged with Dusty's social media content, influencing opinion”
The Ryen Russillo Show · Jan 14, 2026
Tomlin Is One of One, Plus Inside Giannis’s Trade Desires, Anthony Davis’s Future, and More w/ Sam Amick
“Former Steelers player who defended Tomlin's coaching; story about Tomlin saving his life regarding sickle cell condition”
The Code To Winning · Oct 23, 2025
FROM SUPERBOWL WINNER IN ROOKIE YEAR: TO NFL AGENT || ROY LEWIS || EPISODE 066
“Pittsburgh Steelers safety who mentored Roy Lewis as a rookie and later became ESPN analyst”