Fred Taylor & Channing Crowder Tell Their Side of the I AM ATHLETE Drama

I AM ATHLETE is one of the biggest brands in the sports world right now. In this clip from Episode 136, find out why Channing and Fred ultimately left the show and started The Pivot.
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[@jmg4au764]

No lies..... since Fred & Chan pivoted, I haven't watched I am athlete since. 😂

[@AfricanNocturne]

Same bruh

[@mbdeuceduece4451]

Facts

[@KickAds_Advertisement]

I see what u did there 😂😂

[@plugnation6516]

Ong

[@robertbucks5537]

Ocho is more entertaining than all of them. Channing is 2nd.

[@michaelstewart1028]

I now watch IAA for the guest and Pivot because of the host. There's a difference. Much success to both podcast.

[@vft5593]

The only ones I watch are for the guests now I don't like b marsh as a host too much I fw Chad though

[@JDM-ICE]

CORRECT!

[@Brooklynquietmoney]

Well put me too bro

[@germanchevy8214]

Na pick one

[@Brooklynquietmoney]

@@germanchevy8214 stop it bro u can root for two different sets of brothers too succeed

[@princechucoo6348]

I love this message…just because we can’t build together, doesn’t mean we’re enemies, we can create in different spaces, and still serve the community….I love it

[@dareonallen9574]

The problem is they was building its a difference if they had not accomplished anything

[@thefartist]

Fuck that

[@hackedpage2274]

kzbin.info/www/bejne/e5qxe2eZbsh5nZI WOAH WHO SEEN THIS??

[@joeycrow]

I maintain the I Am Athlete podcast gave fans what they always wanted. Uncensored big name players talking about ball, life, and experience. And now The Pivot is delivering that exact content we want. We never wanted gyms, or branding. We wanted the stories, personal experiences, and advice while also laughing our asses off.

[@ElPhenomenon]

Yea but I mean I agree with you , but you can’t fault someone trying to make more money out of something that has a mass following

[@joyfaith1711]

That was the problem. The monetizing was too “in your face”. Tacky asf and arrogant.

[@TheDownsie14]

Once they had that woman on there saying NFL players are slaves debating with Channing I was over it.

[@LuggageB0y]

@@TheDownsie14 lmao what episode was that!???

[@TheDownsie14]

m.kzbin.info/www/bejne/oXjblqqrd5dqe7s I think it might have actually been an earlier episode but it will make your skin crawl.

[@ml2539]

Channing: the drunk uncle Fred: the wise uncle Ryan: the know it all uncle 😂

[@kylewilliamson8249]

Damn..I am the drunk uncle...the wise uncle...and the know it all uncle...facts

[@jizzle404]

Perfect description 💯

[@detroitskate1]

you nailed it!🤣

[@Fee-Fee50]

True! I love it!

[@CoRocDaGreat]

Ryan is baby Brandon

[@rhombo323]

The fact that they can maturely say that they just weren't invested into the same picture, and overall it was just better for everyone to step aside is a great example for the young guys thinking everything needs to be a battle. Big ups

[@bjvu9460]

brandon pulled a joe budden and thats the problem when friends start stuff.. they never want to talk business because business is serious and uncomfortable... those conversations have to be done before everything starts or it will become a extremely uncomfortable break up... the growth is what got to brandon head and he seemed on the podcast to be exactly like how joe budden didnt appreciate his team and thought he was the head honcho

[@mlort923]

Fred Taylor is a mans man, football god , and a great father . Real role model

[@ctrainbeats]

FREDDY T

[@jackcheese9524]

Love fred t.. but i aint calling no man a God..there's only one.

[@jimmybrown2731]

Fred should of been the first jag in the hall. He dominated guys in already. True legend of the game and a even better person

[@erik15th]

@@jackcheese9524 Football God....Meaning a Great a Leader an Example!!!!!! Some of us aint brainwashed by a Man Made Book!!!!!

[@vlonepizza5195]

@@erik15th facts

[@SaltyChip]

Fred Taylor is One of the most underrated Running backs ever. Even as a bills fan, was always a fan of the way he ran the ball.

[@CurtSummers]

He was amazing fr

[@SDEx23xOrtiz]

Fred Taylor was that guy and he was AP before AP they run very similar

[@officialonyxobsidian]

716 IN THE BUILDING!

[@benjaminlewis671]

He has a tattoo that says limited edition. He is 1 of 1 for sure and deserves a spot in Jaguars history. I don't know if it's HOF but he is one of the best in Jaguars history.

[@CurtSummers]

@@benjaminlewis671 ​incredible player fr man, I hope he gets in the NFL HOF too

[@jerranamo]

I love that Freddy T is gaining more exposure.. it’s gonna help his case in the long run. He’s been underrated for far too long.

[@uriamudeltoro5075]

Should've been first ballot. Used to run with the 96 Jags all the time on Madden.

[@goatmanmert9805]

Bro Internet Fame doesn’t get you into Canton stfu doesn’t care abt Canton

[@crharper25]

Facts. That Jaguars squad was nice.

[@jerranamo]

@@uriamudeltoro5075 I disagree bro. It’s not just “internet fame” ..it’s exposure. Right or wrong, name value on and off the field impact a guy getting into the HOF. There are guys in the HOF who arguably, shouldn’t be in when you look at their numbers. On the flip side, there are guys who produced on the field who have to wait or may not get in because of negative exposure - shit that doesn’t have to deal with fuck when it comes to football.

[@ChuckItUp]

Revenue share and ownership is not the same. Fred dropping big gems.

[@ArthurTheAce]

Oof

[@Ah-ws9nm]

Yup. Revenue share is the same as commission. Way different than ownership

[@diegotheyorkie1420]

You can tell Fred is relaxed and letting his hair down since the pivot! Love to see it! ✊🏽

[@omarsteps8665]

Pause

[@CommonNotCommon24-7]

Letting his hair down smh

[@SunniMerlot]

He has to be otherwise it’ll fail

[@lifewithdarcy_]

Fred's response was PR perfection! I wish more people "listen before they talk" like Fred!

[@jaideng2786]

Facts I never noticed how Brandon was interrupting everybody😂😂

[@erikpuka2627]

Its refreshing to watch a show with Fred Taylor and Channing when the host actually lets them talk

[@KattDellianRod]

Idk. Cause Ryan be cutting people off too!

[@asahno3341]

Nah Ryan be cutting them off regularly

[@Nelford76]

Not like BM

[@robert3k]

Ryan cuts ppl off i actually had a back and forth with him on Twitter which he says he'll work on it but BM will cut u off and change the ENTIRE SUBJECT

[@tsixlog2196]

@@robert3k yes!!! That turned me off IAA. B Marsh would keep cutting people off and not letting them finish. If he didn’t like what they were saying he’d cut them off and change the subject!

[@officialonyxobsidian]

I havent watched IAA since. All I need, is for Chef Nancy to Join The Pivot, and My podcast prayers will be answered.

[@jayp.1812]

So glad to see they can agree to disagree and move forward. That's grown men shit! Best of luck to Pivot and IAA!

[@reggiehannah3023]

I was always there for Channing, Ocho, & Fred. I’m glad to see everyone is doing what they want to do.

[@Kap10Church]

Ocho still with IAA

[@justiningle6467]

Marshall makes it unwatchable for Me

[@laelracqueljohnson3273]

Same

[@depressedfengmain197]

@@Kap10Church sadly

[@michaelromine8217]

Fred Taylor was my favorite on that podcast cause he was always the most quiet. He didn’t talk to just talk. He thinks before everything he says.

[@quintonbutler7148]

Fred was so right! There's enough space for everyone! Much respect! I'm a fan of both. Let's support black businesses!!

[@tronwilliams8781]

Fred spelled it out. They weren't getting paid what they agreed upon but they were cool with it and B Marsh used that money to grow the podcast. Fred thought that meant when it came time to really get the paperwork done the money he never received would give him certain equity in the company and BMarsh disagreed that it should be less. BMarsh wanted them to share in the profit but not actually have a piet of the business. It's the same thing Joe Budden did to Rory and mal.

[@mickeym2809]

Rory n mall are no Channing n Fred tho 😂😂😂😂

[@dareonallen9574]

That’s what happens when emotions are involved stick to the script and agreed upon payment

[@shelbymartin502]

Yup!!!

[@tuesdayschild8994]

It's called the Joe Budden podcast so I can't believe that Rory and Mal would believe they had an ownership stake in that? If they did, why allow the change of name? Owning and creating something is a little bit more than co-hosting too. Maybe it would be good to do what Swiss and Timbo did with negotiating stock for artists who participated but I believe that is in Triller, the things that is really making some money. But I don't think turning up to co-host means you own it. BM should have paid them what they were owed and got a loan to grow the brand further. If they didn't agree on the profit split then they did the right thing to end things amicably and I think they will do better doing their own thing. I just don't understand the expectation of ownership aspect unless you are actually fronting up money to invest in the growth?

[@kid_dynamite0872]

@@tuesdayschild8994 for the shows first couple months it was named “I’ll name this podcast later”. They only changed it because joe is a known rapper and it would help with exposure. They have sweat equity in the brand. They used Rory’s email as the first primary email account. Just like Fred and Channing the show doesn’t exists as it is without them.

[@marshawhite2670]

I like both IAA and Pivot. I like this Podcast too. It’s a blessing to watch…it’s bringing the culture forward

[@Jen-vc7oq]

Fred and Channing are literally some story tellers. I love listening to them speak.

[@jay3414]

The more Fred talk the more sense he makes.

[@MrDdub619]

I'm glad he told us what's up. It was a business and Fred wanted his equity. Marsh tried to take advantage. Now he wants to control the entire I Am Thing. I am surprised Ocho didn't leave also. As long as they got Ryan they winning. He's a great host and ESPN talent. Marsh is trash on ESPN and a bad host.

[@cnote2483]

@MrDdub619 as a podcast host he as in Rc is horrible if your saying Bmarsh is trash 🤷🏾‍♂️

[@chumps7974]

Yeah I can rock with Fred he makes a lot of sense discussing equity and being able to take the high road.

[@tadesewalker161]

His son plays for the colts.....top 3 running back in the league

[@geraldryan4339]

@@tadesewalker161 that’s not his son. Lol. His son name is Kelvin Taylor. He played in the league a lil while.

[@AJ-pc4gz]

Anyone who’s watched the show “I am athlete” from the beginning could tell that there was 2 groups in 1 on the show. You can definitely tell who the boys were. With reading this title I already knew it had to be about the money from the jump!

[@GoogleAccount00]

Everything is ALWAYS about money!

[@tinky4098]

Both podcasts are good and should not be compared one to the other. The brothers are winning and that’s all that matters!

[@adriennekromah6865]

facts sis!!!!!

[@tooblessed3496]

Facts

[@tjtaylor5273]

If Fred Taylor Started his own Podcast. I’d be the 1st to subscribe. Fred Speaks from the heart. And you can tell he has zero hidden agenda. Fred Taylor one of the realest dudes I’ve ever listened to

[@TheDdubb3]

I actually watched it because of Fred, Chan, and Ocho. Three different personalities, and I love them all.

[@wallacesteelersws]

I never watched it because of Marshall, period. Now I watch the Pivot every show.

[@taharqa332]

They went into it on some brother hood, love stuff … Brandon had a “Business Plan” all along. They learned a valuable lesson about business…”Always Protect yourself” and have a “Plan” in place.

[@dareonallen9574]

Neither side is wrong

[@ChillRichard]

It’s dumb to think it’s not a business.. this wasn’t some teens just creating a podcast. Especially after football, Brandon knew he had to know the business side. It’s on them for taking way too long to learn the business side

[@taharqa332]

@@ChillRichard Facts! Channing doesn’t seem very bright to me. Fred? He just got caught slipping.

[@ChillRichard]

@@taharqa332 and it seems like they still don’t get the business of it cause they’re trying to act like all they want is to talk… I wouldn’t be surprised if I’m a couple of months they also end up separating and starting their own podcast

[@jaypeoples3044]

Yep. There are no friends in business. The true sharks know this and will play on emotions of those who don't.

[@moultryhoward]

Respect to these two Brotha's on their vision and then the desire to take the high road and create greatness on their own podcast. I support them 100%. IAA needs to also have the utmost respect toward the "PIVOT" as well. There's so much room for everyone to be a winner in this game. However, I did see a slight by Brandon of IAA when the lady chef was talking about her dream of owning a food truck, and she mention in gest the word "PIVOT" - Brandon wanted to feel some way about it as he sarcastically laughed is a demeanor not becoming of a friend to his fellow friends (Fred and Channing) and that made me take him down a few pegs. Come on "B" you gotta give Fred and Channing their flowers as well and keep it moving forward. RC is a great fit for the PIVOT, and I wish everyone nothing but the best.

[@loveye]

Money always mess things up between friends. Hopefully they all respect one another. I wonder how this effect Chad...he seem to be in the middle of it. He sometime be on IAA and Pivot Podcast

[@daniellec.9795]

Brandon didn’t want them to have any type of ownership. He saw it has his vision, his investment, his podcast. Little did he know Fred and Channing were the podcast. His loss for sure

[@hospitaladministrator3359]

As he should have though. It’s his baby and that’s okay. There is enough space on the KZbin streets for both to eat. They can still be friends.

[@uria2001]

I think Brandon put the initial investment into the podcast. I think for them to buy in at a later date, it was much more than Fred or Channing wanted to pay. Ideally, you would hope they could have worked it out, but Brandon wants to grow the business into several lanes. Fred and Channing didn't seem they wanted to do that. I believe everything worked out for the best. I think the mistake would be to think we have to choose sides. If you want to watch one podcast, you can, or you can watch both.

[@boogiesmula559]

@@hospitaladministrator3359 being too big headed can be a downfall in the long run.

[@demetriuswilliams5620]

Exactly

[@lapaulmcloyd1051]

It seems like once Brandon got off of first thing first he need to make up the lost income. As they grew Brandon saw more and they just wanted the podcast. Which all of them created. And it spring into something bigger then what they all expected. Friends or no friends please get your paperwork tight

[@FoFo_FoReal]

What i like about RC is that he knows how to start a conversation and keep it going. That was a weakness IAA has always had and now that the comic relief and wisdom left its sputters.

[@missty104]

The bus looks so cramped with all of these BIG Guys in the room lol! Loved having the candid conversation about what happened.

[@IFHA23]

I didn't even know there was drama. You can learn so much from watching these men. For real.. thank you. They just focus on their work and that's why they're great.

[@terenzogaming2003]

it was drama cause of Brandon, but Chad Fred and Channing made IAA what it is now

[@IFHA23]

@@terenzogaming2003 god bless all of em man. We all have different ideas. Like Fred says there's so much fuckin money in the world let's all eat!

[@elisabethdixie]

@@IFHA23 Couldn’t agree more

[@ChillRichard]

@@terenzogaming2003 but without Brandon.. there wouldn’t had be the money put into IAA

[@BIGFRANKSS]

glad to finally here what actually happened. You have to take care of the business first. B Marshall had a great idea but you have to take care of the people who made the show. Channing and Fred were essential to I am Athlete... I love the Pivot though. my wife actually will listen to the pivot with me. Keep it 100

[@EndeavorLSMedia]

Glad they're still doing their thing. A positive pivot

[@jairoperez5838]

I watch both but I agree I think Fred Channing and ocho made the show Brandon just always went around in circles on the conversations

[@straightshooter9908]

Sounds like they started as an outlet of brotherly love and neighbors during the pandemic and it grew from episode 1. Brandon always had the name and was smart to tie it into his training facility. So from an evaluation standpoint he put money upfront frost snd owns the name and others wanted even or close to equals equity. So I can understand why they left and I think it’s room for both sides to thrive. I think the biggest takeaways are having your business/paperwork together and the fact that they split amicably without throwing each other under the bus in public. That’s maturity and the definition of professionalism and I love to see this amongst Black men or anyone for that matter.

[@soniagodlieb1896]

AMEN🙏🏽

[@shiftdnb]

your profile picture is how I feel about this comment

[@Thiiink]

anyone that has had success in the mainstream can apply the same and blow up. What trips me out is when they get big they are quick to sign with zaddy and give out all their rights away. Look at the "up in smoke" podcast. Those dudes didn't need HBO.

[@gamerheadztalk9515]

The pivot with Marshawn is 🔥🔥🔥

[@zwithnoheart]

Can wait for podcasts with players this off-season

[@dameonscott296]

I like them 3 together and they’ve got guest that we wanted on the show fasho. I think they will do big things the chemistry just natural.

[@lamarputney4582]

Brandon was tripping. Make bread with your brothers and break bread with your brothers. Together they was building a beautiful thing.

[@knwashington]

It’s Brandon Marshall’s loss! Fred and Channing were an intricate part of the podcast. Ever since they left he’s been having different athletes and the chemistry isn’t as great! I still watch both but I Am Athlete was gold! So glad Fred and Channing found their niche! 💜

[@tonyabennett5183]

☝️💯 Ocho is great for IAA but Brandon should have handled it better they were the talent

[@JeremyJGGreen]

It's crazy how connected I am to you guys in some type of way without knowing yall personally

[@youtubehandle1398]

Faxx, when Fred was geeked hanging with beastmode last episode I was all geeked w them haha

[@kurokaizen1889]

That's the fanatic mentality you have going on.

[@Stephen_Viele]

@@kurokaizen1889 It's actually a parasocial relationship. Very common in today's age. It's what content creators are aiming for most of the time because the more people they can connect to them the more money they can make. I suppose some content creators also do it solely just to get their message out there.

[@Playaflydre]

It's because you watched them " grow " as people/player(s) as you were growing yourself. Everybody has that same feeling. Same for music as well and musicians as well

[@1927LM]

Man that crew was perfect…this type of stuff never last long.

[@chumps7974]

It never does. Even when the business is tight up front.

[@cephusakeem7141]

Low key I thought Brandon was the least valuable member of the pod. Too keep it a whole 20 nickels.

[@ctrainbeats]

@@cephusakeem7141 never liked the dude, loud and interrupts lol

[@edwardnigma9037]

It was a matter of time. Bradon is too arrogant

[@lovingme1st973]

Yup. Just like a good music group someone always wants to go solo because they think the grass is greener on the otherside.

[@lionelt7882]

I believe them. Brandon seems highly emotional, based off the few episodes I saw...even with all the therapy work.

[@silentgrind34]

You right

[@FlyRenagadeDMV]

Brandon uses his mental health issues as a crutch to act the way he does. I respect his movement and sympathize with his struggles but it starts to wear others around you out eventually and you can tell these dudes had enough of all of that.

[@lionelt7882]

@@FlyRenagadeDMV all facts

[@concord252able]

@@FlyRenagadeDMV you don't know his history no one fakes mental especially years ago and lose millions he had issues

[@naturalwealth465]

If Brandon didn't use his emotion the show would be worthless. People confuse mental health with passion.

[@profusionlifetv7183]

Fred is a true OG in every since of the word. He could’ve taken the low road and tried to get all his content removed. He kept it 100 all the way. Too bad they couldn’t work it out together but much respect.

[@sirhal91]

Fred laid it out perfect

[@arvinternationalinc.7350]

Yes he did

[@chumps7974]

Facts

[@kimlima1]

He always was amazing show def not the same.

[@lillinsey100]

i loved the ending to this……”we can all do great” yes! if only more people thought this way.

[@dligginz]

totally agree with you here.

[@elisabethdixie]

Couldn’t agree more! We can all eat together 💛

[@reasonabledoubt337]

That’s not true though. The Pareto Principle is engrained in the fabric of our reality

[@jamesjones4898]

@8:25-11:50 Fred is dropping💎💎💎 I appreciate these guys for what they're doing and what they're trying to do! Salute!💪🏾💯

[@kristisbarnes2194]

Integrity is Everything!! Love you guys ( Fred , Channing and Ryan)

[@lindakafele9551]

They were very classy about it. I appreciate that and I love their podcast. I will subscribe and watch you guys too.

[@ms.carpenter7793]

Thank you Pivot for explaining in detail to your fans what happened and no love lost for IAA, Brandon underestimated the talent!

[@MBobo-qs5cl]

Fred said something that people aren't loyal to these podcasts...but real recognize real and real recognize fake as well. Everything is fine until money and pressure is involved then you realize who is a real friend and who not. AB realized that and was on homeboy the whole episode. Salute to you guys and may abundance be yours.

[@faisonsampson8780]

Exactly i said the same thing to me friendship doesn't mean nothing but every time a few extra coins are being waved in your face loyalty jumps out the window for real.

[@silentgrind34]

What happend? Where is this so I can watch this part? I didn't notice that

[@briananorflet424]

Yeah 🤔

[@youngking9824]

@@silentgrind34 bro go watch AB on IAA . He basically called Brandon a sellout to his face . Brandon made it seem as if he was AB's OG & it got spicy from there

[@bigtrusslx4444]

AB was on his ass the whole interview, make BMarsh extremely uncomfortable 😂

[@genopogue1312]

I have a wonderful Fred Taylor story. From his playing days. Super Stand Up guy. My Family will 4 ever be Grateful. Keep up the Great work fam. You Got my Support.

[@Hello-816]

You're going to tell us you have one without sharing it? .lol

[@HbkRiqqq]

Happy for em they deserved their own podcast i am athletes loss

[@nobodyexceptme7794]

Pivot def introduced me to bussing with the boys

[@darrellbarnes2096]

Fred: It's enough for all of us!! 👏👏👏👏❤

[@MoneyEyeGet]

Ryan really was a solid choice for a dude; he brings a good sense of mediation to each convo and keeps shit on track while allowing it to masterfully go off the rails which makes the pivot so dope

[@KedIsKeenSports]

I was very surprised to see the Pivot Podcast and wondered what the hell happened with I Am Athlete. I hate that Fred and Channing split from B Marshall and Chad. Glad to hear their side of why they left. At the end of the day it’s all about Business and Money. 💵💰 I’ll continue to support both podcasts and hope they both do well. I love Fred’s optimism and Big Picture Thinking.

[@coxkids1161]

Fred needs to talk more I love what he has to say‼️

[@michaelb369]

Even when IAA was at its best, Brandon Marshall made it unbearable to listen so many times. When Fred, Channing or any guest would start saying a lotta real shit, Bmarsh just had to interrupt EVERY CHANCE HE GOT…. cuz that dude loves to hear himself talk Go listen to the IAA AB episode without trying to blow ur brains out.

[@thomasirizarry2127]

You're not wrong at all, but unfortunately RC is showing the same tendency. Hopefully they can check him before it becomes too much of a problem.

[@dariusrucker6518]

@@thomasirizarry2127 It’s not even close bro lol

[@moman3w]

That episode was atrocious

[@rubylyas8492]

Didn’t even make it through 10 minutes. I really wanted to hear AB but Brandon would not STFU

[@rubylyas8492]

@@thomasirizarry2127 RC is NOT doing the same as Brandon. He brings them back to topic instead of going on tangents

[@LogMcGyver]

Fred is right at the end, I just subscribed to you guys! I don’t know why it took so long but here I am!! Fred, Channing, n RC you guys the shit!

[@jonmckinney1414]

Their business is none of ours..... However I'm grateful that Fred gave us insight to just how great of a business mind he has! I love that the stars of my youth are becoming great business men!!

[@toddboone333]

The Pivot is the best podcast out there. It’s the balance of RC’s intensity, Channing’s humor, and Fred’s leadership.

[@Ms.Opinionated]

I love how these black men are showing the youngin's how to do business. None of them have put any negativity about each other in the media. Well Done!!!! One Love

[@tonyabennett5183]

That part ☝️

[@lavadocarter1583]

BROTHAS! AS FORMER FOOTBALL PLAYERS WHO HAVE BIG EGOS BY NATURE...YOU GUYS TAKEN THE HIGH ROAD BUSINESS MIND CONCEPT INTO THIS VENTURES IS A MAJOR EXAMPLE TO OTHER FOOTBALL PLAYERS HOW TO MOVE INTO THE BUSINESS ROAD AND MAKE BETTER DECISIONS OFF FIELD THAT SHOWS THE GROWTH FROM FOOTBALL 2 BUSINESS IS MOVING THE CULTURE FORWARD!!! I SALUTE YOU FORMER PLAYERS TRANSFORMING INTO BUSINESSMEN IN FRONT OF THE WORLD! CONGRATULATIONS AND KEEP SHOWING THE WAY TO YOUNGER ATHELETEES HOW TO MOVE!

[@kaydeedavis3371]

Very good explanation Fellas I have watched all your podcasts and I'll keep watching!

[@anthonyjackson883]

Came from the pivot. This show is dope. Gonna continue to watch and listen

[@getrealhood]

It’s crazy because way before I knew any of this you could tell off of the energy that bmarsh was the self appointed “Beyoncé” of the group. I like the pivot though. Seem like they treat each other as equals

[@iahall2011]

I watch both the Pivot and IAMATHLETE. Both great shows. I just subscribed to Bussing With The boys. Let's Go Men !

[@jasonjason2789]

I am athlete don't have a show without these two. They bring the comedy and the wisdom to that show

[@ideellife13]

Very respectful in the way they handled and explained this!

[@c.l.9344]

The pivot has given Fred the elder wise statesman a greater platform and voice. Love to see it. Channing also will expand and having Ryan Clark as an addition is a plus. God bless them each going forward.

[@SuperKJ777]

man love these guys, Channon, Fred, and Ryan.

[@williamtrimble_82ndabndiv]

Love all these guys. Much respect and wishing you all blessings.

[@MoniqueLewisOfficial]

Everything happens for a reason, both were needed. Hope friends can still remain friends.

[@annegreene7690]

I really enjoy The Pivot,God Bless.👏🏽👏🏽

[@ybatoba]

Goes to show that it’s possible to go a different direction in business and still keep the friendship.

[@AJ-pc4gz]

They probably still cool but are they still on the same level there were 2 years ago

[@MAXPRESTIGEEE]

Unfortunately I look at BMARSH differently now. I’m happy Fred and Channing took the high road and started their own thing. Keeping it classy is a lost art. For what it’s worth I hope BMARSH remains successful and both sides can collaborate in the future.

[@ChillRichard]

Why are you looking at him differently?

[@DEADPOTENTIAL]

Dam how’d Brandon mess that up. Does he not read his own comment section lol

[@RoyMustangL133]

Ego

[@desmundlighten3603]

I’m sure he could have handled it better but branden has a point he put up all the money and risk in the beginning how does Fred expect to come in a year later and get the same ownership at the same initial price? That’s like being able to buy facebook stock today at the same price it was in 2011

[@DEADPOTENTIAL]

@@desmundlighten3603 seems like Fred understood and started his own thing. Smart move. Majority of the viewers enjoyed him and Channing so they knew their value and acted accordingly

[@syhtsbyftrys]

And that's why I always prefer to take care of the business side first, and not later.

[@kobeplayeddefensetoo1351]

Brandon has bigger vision than them.. Brandon want to own gyms etc.. These guys want a podcast.

[@edtrexler5021]

Respect that decision 100%. Organic. They just wanted to bring the boys together for a podcast and chop it up. Brandon wanted cultural impact BY speaking and stressing certain topics every so often. Opposite of organic conversation. Where Channing be talking about crabs and Freaky Fred can change gears instantly yet still bring up whatever topic whenever they want. They’re trying to have fun and make the most out of it. Brandon trying to leverage the opportunity to become a brand w a message. Nothing wrong w either.

[@baleriematthewswhisonant6969]

Thank Fred, Channing, and Rhyan for speaking Truths in a Respectful way. Thank you Beef for the Boys for having them on your show! Awesome!!!!

[@mommatia6095]

WOW. Turned a damn school 🚌 into a lucrative business. And those guys from The Pivot Podcast showed their humility and respect towards others. That's whats up.

[@bunnybutcher]

Love the Pivot

[@yalpat]

I still watch both pods

[@bluehundungaming2837]

I came from pivot to buss with the boys !!! I’ll be checcin you guys out !

[@toorude4u]

I subscribed, followed, recommend and shares both of these shows since I discovered them. And this is why Fred Warner is a smart man. They broke up, and he took the high road and kept it professional because in the end there are enough fans who only want to see great content. Each show benefits from each other. For example, I found the Bussin with the boys simply because I follow The Pivot and IAA, and all I care about is content. Channing is the funny man on the Pivot, and Ochoa Cinco is the man on IAA.

[@GodWillMusic]

The Pivot!! man these guys definitely setting an example!

[@Doofyy11]

Both shows are great. All these athletes doing podcast like this are very good. I like all of em, I’m glad more and more podcast like these are out.

[@KiBrown1977]

Talk that talk Fred! 👏🏾 Revenue and equity are not the same!

[@_MTANA]

Fred and Channing were the Flavor of IAA B’Marsh and Chad were the Face the guest brought the excitement!

[@keva6303]

I thought it was the other way, like Channing was like nah contracts ain’t right. But happy Fred said something and they created their own. Ain’t no hard feelings Brandon ain’t gotta speak on it. It is what it is

[@michaelwilliams7803]

Grown men business! Love the way Fred kept it 💯we can all eat, just on different plates! He really doing it for the fans and comardery!!

[@julian354]

One thing that sucks about all this is that, it’s much easier to have this perspective (prioritizing business goals and outcomes over simply the product) in hindsight. Often, if you are trying to get something creative off the ground, you can get wrapped up in the business side and the actual thing that you are making, in this case a podcast, can be underwhelming and not as successful as it would have been otherwise. Definitely a delicate balance

[@daughterofyah6209]

I didn’t even realize they left for their own podcast. I’m happy because hearing after talk is amazing!! They cut him off soo much! Definitely need to check out their podcast!!

[@qb6570]

Business viewpoint..Brandon was 100% right. They've even alluded to it x4 in this video. They wanted the homeboy hook up. It was Brandon's vision and his money. They wanted ownership based on yesterday's valuation and not the current valuation. Fred said that..then he said he expected it bc they were boys. I cant name one industry were you can get in on yesterday's price. Not only did they want an unfair evaluation...they wanted to remain stagnant! How can you come in and expect ownership of someone’s idea while wanting to hold back that person's growth?? FYI I prefer the Pivot over IAA. Brandon was never had an analysis that I cared to hear. But he was 💯 in this business handling.

[@PREZIDENTIAL]

He def was not ur whole point u tried to make is mad dumb my boii u thought u was speaking that shit

[@PREZIDENTIAL]

IAA is tanking right now while pivot is growing tremendously ima short time I fuse Fred and Chan knew how to handle business better

[@Eagles_neverfly_withseagulls]

I came from the pivot , love the show .

[@Dkirby0740]

Fred and Channing were the backbone of I am athlete. I'll pivot over here....I love RC too.

[@tonyabennett5183]

👏

[@Vylchak]

Honestly the pivot is more enjoyable, the guys can actually talk, brandon interrupts people too much

[@edubbz1987]

This situation mirrors the Joe Budden Podcast breakup so much.

[@jlg993m]

Why they got Ryan in the corner like he's at the kids table? 🤣