Ken Griffey Jr., Iconic Athlete Talks Career, Fatherhood, Aaron Judge & Lebron | The Pivot Podcast

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Man you ain’t never lie!👏🏼👏🏼👏🏼👏🏼👏🏼

[@eyoung74]

Ryan Clark’s face is priceless. You can see he really admires Griffey Jr.

[@SY-js5oc]

there's a twinkle in his eye for sure!

[@adrianereeder]

Who doesn’t

[@mtjaws209]

Except he doesn’t know how many homers lifetime? Had a lot of time to prep my guy (630, said 680) if you know Griff you know that one off top

[@metaphoria3]

He was in awe the whole time it was cute

[@GrooveSchoolRecs]

He had the Jersey on!!!

[@visionwolves]

"Confidence is how you go about your business, cockiness is when you have to explain it to somebody" - Ken Griffey jr ... That's real!

[@benztogoable]

That was a bar for sure

[@awalker8820]

A word!!

[@EvaAnika]

Pass the collection plate! What a word.

[@oh10brwngrl]

Say REAL!

[@april.middleton1]

🎤 drop

[@MrTsims5]

The importance of fatherhood is underrated. KG Jr. is a great example of what good Dad’s do.

[@CSDonohue11]

Oh Damn…. Garnett has 1 coming up ? Haven’t heard of Him yet

[@SHOW_ME]

Facts. We are witnesses to the fatherless generation

[@cloroc]

Who the hell has ever underrated fatherhood? Can you tell me who did this? Does underrated mean something different nowadays? I must be missing something.

[@dcoldestjenkins5868]

Indeed. I know for a fact my life wouldn't be the same without my Dad. In the era of single motherhood, it's a breath of fresh air to see.

[@johnhardy7764]

@@cloroc bitter women

[@the_novice_lion392]

Ken Griffey Jr. was the reason I started watching baseball. He was the Michael Jordan of baseball! The sweetest swing in have ever witness, it was like poetry in motion. And I mimicked it.

[@adriantoddeniii5202]

If only he didn't get hurt in Cincy, THIS would've been the real Home Run King. DAMN YOU, CINERGY FIELD!

[@mugshotmarley]

Lol we all did! The upright, standing up tall with feet closer together stance and that butter smooth effortless swing. Another guy described it perfectly in another video. He swings like he's hitting an outside ball for every pitch. Arms fully extended, sweeping the plate.

[@the_novice_lion392]

@@adriantoddeniii5202 for real. Looking back on his injuries, how much time he missed, and how he still got to 630 home runs is mind boggling.

[@slicktalkproductions]

confidence is how you go about your business, cocky is when you have to explain it to somebody. -Ken Griffey Jr.

[@sethwalker2318]

Man what a quote

[@mmm76936]

🔥

[@fine_art_wr]

Perfect explanation.

[@Natamic26]

A whole word!!

[@alldaymcclay2972]

I wanna put that on a shirt

[@TheHalyteShow]

I love how they ended this episode. “I also got a boat too”. Classic Ending! Ken Griffey Jr has the most subtle humble brag’s. His life is definitely not normal!

[@anwarwallace3408]

If I was Young Chann would have asked for a ride home for real RC should have said “get out” when he said he got a boat….lol

[@rum1926]

Ken Griffey Jr is/was every black kids that was born in the 70’s hero.. I only watched Baseball to see what Griffey Jr & Bo Jackson were doing… You are truly an ICON for me growing up

[@CornPopWazABadDude]

70s? I'm white born in 1980 and used to stare at this man's baseball cards for hours. Packed his rookie card and used to show it to every kid who ever came over to my house and they'd stare in awe at it too. His prime was the late 80s and mostly 90s so you can add all the 80s and 90s kids to this statement too. Man is a legend.

[@EE-bg1de]

@@CornPopWazABadDude 100% I'm in my 40's and this dude was the best i've ever seen till this day. THE COMPLETE PACKAGE.

[@blackhammer17]

I'm there with you. I remember when I saw him play in the minors in San Bernardino not knowing he would be a HOF player. An down to earth person.

[@SSneaks1515]

Always gotta come to a race thing 🙄 how about every little boys hero…..

[@rum1926]

@@SSneaks1515 If I don’t like someone’s comment I don’t reply…. If you don’t like my comment bite your tongue and don’t reply!

[@juanc22222]

“You ever thought of adopting a grown man?” Crowder is hilarious! 😂

[@Hollyweirdification]

This is the greatest interview I've ever watched!!!! I love Ken Griffey!!!! I remember being a teenager trying to imitate his style and I'm white. Didn't matter what color you were when you watched Griffey, because he was and still is America's greatest baseball player in my eyes!!!!

[@dominicmartinez8660]

No steroids needed either!!

[@drewbarck5332]

This is the legit first time I’ve ever seen a superstar literally act and sound like a straight up normal person this interview was nuts

[@KSU-ce2uc]

Social media may have affected him, if it had existed. Other than that, his parents raised him right and taught him humility.

[@darryls2141]

do you live under a rock?

[@littlesame]

He sounds very grounded

[@lilbru]

This has turned out to be one of the most eye opening, truthful & authentic interview. I've never seen a KG jr interview before but i respected & appreciated his craft in his career but seeing him talk as a father & as a disciplined man is appreciated even more. Let's get this video to 1 million likes

[@justme8233]

It’s about to do “numbers!” -In my Freddy T voice.😊

[@andrewboyce7268]

Everyone loves "The Kid", age age 10 I wanted to be just like Jr.

[@itisidanimarie]

👏🏽👏🏽👏🏽👏🏽👏🏽

[@dwaynelambert5898]

The respect he has for his family especially his father is So beautiful. I admire kgj even more now

[@alanfortune3092]

Check him out on All the Smoke and Club Shay Shay... In addition to being a Superstar Baseball player, he's a very interesting person! Lot of respect for him!

[@dominiquepenton6088]

Shoutout to Ken Griffey you inspired many young African American children seeing someone who look like them dominate baseball field. Great show fellas keep up the content.

[@TyBeTroLLing]

exactly only legit HR king during steroids era

[@milessmith2171]

He dont do shit for his hometown on Donora PA.....dont let the media fool you my brother

[@LaggyMcstutters]

Children alone. Im white and ken griffey was my idol as a kid.

[@CapUnlimited]

Ken Griffey was the man in the 90s

[@mikelary88]

@@LaggyMcstutters same here. I met him & his dad at a card show in Memphis once. I have his Upper Deck rookie card autographed and a ball. He’s a legend.

[@sjbtdbify]

The way this GROWN man praises his Dad! 💪🏾💕💪🏾 Black fathers you are NECESSARY!!! Great show!

[@joshuabowen6919]

The best I've ever seen. Ken Griffey Jr. Prettiest swing I've ever seen.

[@sharonlycorish3668]

The Pivot is absolutely necessary because our great heroes are comfortable expressing themselves and talking about their lives and experiences. Absolutely beautiful.

[@ejay2075]

In all fairness these are athletes. These aren't heros.

[@jaysivv436]

💯🙏🏻

[@cam_245]

SWEETEST SWING IN BASEBALL HISTORY!!! The Kid. He was the reason I played. The pivot continues to wow me!!! Love these guys!!!

[@keithdior1657]

Not only was it pretty it was fundamentally sound you got the speed n power. Then the defensive gold gloves skill my goat 🐐

[@Shemzinho]

The guests just get better and better. Can't believe they got The Kid

[@esantana6722]

Unbelievable!!

[@JudgeDredd_]

Bro I sat here and watched this whole thing I was saying the same thing! They got The KID!!!!!! Crazy man

[@EE-bg1de]

@@JudgeDredd_ i never sit through an entire episode (ADHD) and i made it to the end. The Goat in the building and it's just easy.

[@ronhouse8121]

The look on RC's face the whole pod showed how much this pod truly meant to him. Great stuff gentleman keep up the hustle.

[@EE-bg1de]

Man, this interview right here. I'm in my forties. Ken Griffey was Him. My favorite player ever. Sweetest Swing Ever. This was the one right here.

[@nonay220]

The Kid!! One of my childhood heroes, I’m looking forward to this one! 🙌🏼

[@sostdm617]

Give the pivot podcast thier flowers now who else agrees? Now y'all have Ken Griffey Jr come on man y'all are really growing fast especially with these guest y'all have on it's truly amazing💯💪🏿

[@V0KAN]

I am 4 minutes in before the intro and Griffey is the most humble legend I've ever seen interviewed. Race didn't matter - he was an icon to every young baseball player of all ethnicities back in the day. Great baseball player and seemingly an even better person. Keep these great interviews coming!

[@KeystoneNupe]

Big facts

[@PlanetsWalk]

I absolutely loved this interview, not really a baseball fan but always loved Kenny Griffith, Jr. Never knew any of the things revealed today about his journey or legacy. Just so awesome!

[@brockie22_]

I met Griffey 20 yrs ago in a hotel when he played with the Reds. Nicest celebrity I’ve ever met. He sat and talked with at least 30 of us high school baseball players about the game and telling us stories for well over an hour and signed autographs for all of us. He was amazing!

[@mrseafnst206]

Born and raised in Seattle… This man was my hero as a kid. Much love and respect 🙏🏽

[@Swooshovastripes]

Aside from KGJ being my favorite athlete of all time, the fact that sat down, told his story and was 100% comfortable, says A LOT about what y’all are doing on The Pivot. Anyone that knows anything about Ken - he’s not a media person and has never been. This is HUGE

[@tatou87]

Easily top 3 episode. Please bring Griffey back for another one. Such a great casual conversation with a great guy.

[@twinstalkitup]

The GOAT! My favorite baseball player of all time. I’m from Tacoma Washington and would go up to watch the Kid play ball. The joy and love of the game I’m his eyes and in the way he played! Imagine if he didn’t suffer all of those injuries The GOAT! Great job fellas

[@Marquesthompson23]

How in the hell did y’all get “The Kid” for a sit down interview?…. He’s like MJ a ghost when it comes to media. Excellent interview from y’all keep it going. 👏🏾👏🏾👏🏾

[@waltermitchell768]

The difference is they have real love and trust between them you can tell None of it felt forced When you talking to friends it's not a podcast it's not a job it's a labor of love

[@darryls2141]

wisdom, strategy and humility- smart veterans

[@pinswade]

You can tell Jr. loved the conversation and didn’t want it to end. Y’all keep rockin!

[@andrewanderson7912]

Yep. You can definitely tell is like he's just hanging with his boys. Very comfortable and love to see it.

[@paulcameron34]

Man this was so needed. KGJ seems so down to earth and love from his family. So many gems from this and appreciate the father/son growth and how KGS set the pathway.

[@bama40nhc]

He was parented well and has followed that model to also be a good parent for his kids. And even though both Sr an Jr are both baseball HOFers, being good family men puts them in the HOF of life.

[@nmessai215]

This was definitely the best episode of the pivot by far. You guys need to get more black baseball legends before the 2000’s. Definitely need to hear their stories

[@g.samson3509]

Had the opportunity to meet his mother in Orlando back in 2015, and learned a lot about his wife that day too. Griffey comes from a great family. Great interview.

[@natoshasutton4538]

OMG!! I learned so much about Ken Griffey Jr. I don’t ever remember him talking a lot during his playing career. He may have a lot of material things but he never sounded arrogant or cocky to me. His parents raised him well & he’s doing the same for his children. This was the best!! 👊🏽

[@jakezarlingo3315]

We absolutely need Ken Griffey Jr doing more media, this man is a treasure. The pivot delivered beyond expectations yet again. Good on ya fellas.

[@ronaldbryant7710]

It’s a blessing to see four brothers who made it in professional sports sit down and have a interesting and down to earth conversation. This was a excellent show guys, keep up the great work.

[@cpeezy02]

One of the purest swing I ever seen. 💪🏽💪🏽

[@omarrsullivan6230]

Facts he and McGriff

[@EE-bg1de]

THE Purest swing ever.

[@raylee7362]

It's not even a discussion, this is the BEST Pivot podcast yet. Well Done RC, Chad and Fred. Lots of Nuggets and Easter eggs. Ken Griffey Jr. (Mr. Normal) is the real deal throughly enjoyed getting to know you off field.👊🏾

[@dwighthill5765]

Ryan Fred Channing Thank you very much for this special podcast Griffey Jr is my absolute favorite baseball player of all time. You guys are awesome

[@armonieasley1788]

This is one of the best interviews and it’s not even over! He’s apart of a lot our childhood! Gratitude 💯

[@GBSTYLE878]

This has been the best episode of the PIVOT. Also Channing didn't ask KGJ any SEX question that's a first. Keep up the great work guys. Love the podcast.

[@allstarvb]

Griffey is such a class act , thanks for another great episode guys 👏🏼👏🏼👏🏼👏🏼

[@deebrown4877]

I LOVED THIS INTERVIEW!! I'm a native Washingtonian and a lifelong Mariners fan. Still my favorite MLB player and Mariner player. I was 15 when Jr. was a rookie, and like so many of us fans, I was in awe. Such a legend and great person.

[@smartwork8477]

Yeah, Ken Griffey was great! Question, are you interested in winning prizes in exchange for listening to one song?

[@Evapors]

This was excellent. As a Father I really enjoyed this. Even him not knowing his grandfather. I use my platform to have these type of discussions on family! The best show hands down guys. Here for y’all!

[@Cubafamilychronicless]

The best interview ever! He constantly reminded me about how important it it as aparent to speak life into our kids. It doesn't matter how old you are, he said his dad was 36 when he learned how to fly.

[@NORTREB]

GREATEST STORY that I’ve ever heard of “The Kid” playing with his Pops! Another Great Pivot! THANKS!

[@annegreene7690]

Thank you guys,I am a senior citizen, I enjoyed this Pivot Podcast. You made me feel like I was sitting in the room.👏🏽👏🏽👏🏽🤗 ❤️ the Pivot.😊

[@AustinKloud]

I met Jr while he played for the Mariners back in the 1990’s… always one of my favorites. Mad respect for this man. 🙌

[@angelreactztostuff1902]

Fred just be chilling 😂😂😂😂😂 Can we do an episode on Fred? Would love to know more about Fred and his journey

[@zacharydavidvbangura9873]

It will be so interesting to watch

[@XlogicXX]

That's the difference btwn the Pivot and iaa, no disrespect. I come here for the crew regardless of the guests. RC, FredT, and Channing killing the podcast game!

[@T_gstead1]

You have to actually do the show in Pahokee, or at Glade central. You can bring on multiple guests at one time such as Santonio Holmes, Anquan Boldin, Janoris Jenkins others that either played with him or can explain the culture and what or why is it that this this tiny area in Palm Beach county known as the “Muck” consisting of Pahokee and Belle Glades produces and have produced the players they have.

[@c0wboys4life]

@@XlogicXX What difference? Fred was doing the same thing on IAA lol

[@Actlikemjsmith]

Ken Griffey Jr. is one of my heros and the reason I played baseball and fell in love with the game. Dude is a great distance mentor. I'm looking up flying lessons lol

[@mac4730]

Jr. Will always be the greatest baseball player I’ve ever seen with my own eyes. Being Born in 87’ the year he was drafted I grew up in 90s where he was the 🐐 & always will be.

[@deisme]

“You looking me in my eyes and I’m intrigued” Never change Channing 😂

[@jmatos7872]

I literally screamed when I saw this headline. Ken is my absolute favorite baseball player, as a Latina and being raised by a single dad, you’re going to learn and know Baseball. 🎉🎉🎉😂😂❤❤

[@23WAL]

Top of the line Athletes on the Pivot! Hall of Famers that are classy and inspiring. KG Jr.! A real living legend! He did it the right way!

[@SilkySalamandr]

Being born and raised and Seattle, Ken Griffey Jr has been and always will be a respected ICON up here. This interview solidified why the pivot is what it is. I smiled and laughed most of the way thru. Thank you for this and big ups to the Seattle Mariners!

[@michealjefferson7998]

Wow! Best interaction I’ve seen KGJ have in an “interview”. He could have went another hour! Shout Out to The Pivot Man!!!

[@mg-kr8kr]

I want another hour! This interview could go on for days!! Would love to hear more of the guys that would come over to the house when he was a kid, Willie Stargell, are you kidding me!!

[@WGFavor]

Could you imagine the conversation with all those greats in the house?

[@pabloblanco6484]

That name went above most peoples heads

[@swilliam81]

I wanted to be Ken Griffey Jr when I was young. He's a legend but more importantly he a very bright enlightened man who can add a lot of value to the world. Much respect!

[@lyfeofaj1565]

I love when he got really comfortable!! To hear him let loose and talk like he was back in the locker room was great!!! I Loved this!!!

[@JessicaS620]

Griffey 😮! He is the nicest guy frfr! I’ve been a huge fan since elementary in 94. I cant count how many Mariners games I went to in Detroit! Now my kids play baseball and it’s my favorite time of year! Soooo happy about this interview!!👏🏽👏🏽

[@brycebligen0924]

this has been one of the best interviews in the history of The Pivot. I love it. I'm a HUGE BASEBALL fan, so i love it. Mom got me watching Braves Baseball in the 90's so growing up for me I saw, Jr., Big Hurt, Crime Dog, Tony Gwynn, and ofcourse Barry. But a quick Jr. story, I remember before his last year, it was a slim chance he'd come play for my Bravos and when it didn't happened i was a little hurt lol. but such a wonderful interview. He and Andruw were two of the Best Defensive CFs i have ever seen play. I'm only 36 by the way so take that as context

[@jamesbuell4480]

As a kid who grew up outside of Seattle in the late 80's / early 90's, "The Kid" was everything. 1 of 1 🐐

[@mal2mic]

THIS IS BY FAR MY FAVORITE EPISODE!!! KEN GRIFFEY JR IS THAT DUDE!!!

[@jcb9295]

Shout out to The Pivot for bringing a legend on!!! Ken Griffey Jr. changed the game for sure!

[@RVRayRay]

My favorite episode! Ken Griffey Jr is a class act and one of the best to ever play the game. As a kid growing up in OH in the 70s and having the opportunity to attend a handful of Reds game when KG Sr was on the team makes this episode even more special…thank you! 🙏

[@ryankatai7687]

You boys so different. You continue to impress with who you get on the Pivot & how you chop it up so effortlessly. You can tell how comfortable your guests are. Also s/o Griffey. As different as he is from the rest of us, he’s also so relatable- a kid who just wanna play ball

[@Thon7373]

This has to been one of the Best shows you guys have had! I never really liked baseball but always have been a fan of Ken Griffey Jr! Thanks for bringing him on Guys!!

[@metaphoria3]

The game will always be there for you

[@thetruth7354]

This had to be one of funniest, most down to earth interviews by a star I've ever listened to. I was cracking up at the jokes and the ease of the interaction was flawless. GREAT interview Gentlemen!!!!

[@timbuck2348]

One of my favorite baseball players of all time. Class personified!!!

[@squeezzy11]

.... i got a boat too.... I lost it there!!! this was one of my favorite interviews of all time, of any show/podcast/anything... thank you so so so much for bringing Jr in and giving him the space to open up and talk like a "normal' dude

[@Fresco1914]

My dad to me: Son if your going to have a habit, make sure you can support it on your own..... (dad drank a beer here and there)..... Dad to me: (as an adult) My dad asked me to go buy him a beer. Me: Dad if you can support your own habit.... Dad: Gave me the dad look... lol Rest in Heaven Pops .....

[@jbenson7300]

One of my favorite players of All time. He and Pittsburgh Barry Bonds are the reason I ever wanted to play baseball. This episode was a treat to watch.

[@fr0stb1ght34]

Seriously guys one of the greatest episodes *EVER!!!!* As a Cincinnatian watched him and his dad growing up so I'm glowing right now watching him sit and chop it up with you guys. It's interviews like this that makes me so happy 😊 I subscribed. Thanks sooooo much fam.

[@Rodnyet]

Love how The Pivot allows their guest to be relaxed enough to open up about things in their lives we may not hear in other interviews. Might be the best interview I've seen with Ken Griffey Jr. Great interview fellas 👏🏾👏🏾

[@jaker.3527]

This was pure education in conversation form. I needed this today. Thank you all for another gem!

[@nomoapass]

Ken Griffey Jr is legit funny I gotta say! That story of the fan crossing the line is too funny 😂

[@spadelane27]

Ken Griffey Jr. This was easily the most in depth interview I've ever seen from u.. and great job by the LB... Safety.. and RB.. keep doing what yall do 👏🏽 👏🏽 😇

[@iankenney6515]

So damn cool to see the goat (in my opinion) open up. Thank you guys. Growing up in Washington State watching Griffey Jr. In his prime was awesome!

[@lyfeofaj1565]

He was my hero as a kid!! After hearing this interview, I love him even more!! I heard things I've never heard before and learned so much more about him. Thank you so much The PIVOT for bringing this wonderful content to me.

[@BffStylist]

This is one of the Most Powerful interviews. The tone, the energy, the vibe...EXCELLENCE at its BEST 👌🏾 👍🏾

[@Xtrekker1]

Great to see my guys stay in fan mode THE ENTIRE SHOW.. Ken Griffey Jr. is a true superstar!! My guys are shook for real! I can’t stop laughing.

[@juniorsimmons6174]

This is how you guide and interview. You let them tell their story. This is a great interview. Congrats guys on your success!!!!

[@strikershadow302]

For the guys to get Junior to sit down and have such an authentic and refreshing conversation was phenomenal. Keep on rising and giving us these great conversations fellas!

[@mrhaggard364]

What a great interview.... always been a fan of Jr and Sr. The way he respects and always reveres his Father. I hope to build on my own relationship with my son. Who played baseball. The life lessons and jewels that are being dropped in this video are heart felt and definitely hits home.... Great job pivot.👏🏾👏🏾👏🏾👏🏾

[@JonathanJonesSpeaks]

The way the pivot has been bringing such a well rounded guest list and so many rich perspectives!

[@blainethompson6510]

The Kid My first MLB game was him and his Dad playing and Nolan Ryan was on the mound what a game What a great day Thank you Ken Griffey Jr for a great memory with my Dad who has since passed.

[@elliottking6508]

There is nothing better than seeing idols and greats, talk and chat in an atmosphere where they can laugh and give the flowers that they deserve. This was an amazing interview. KGJ is even more dope than when I watched him as a kid.

[@usarmy2k]

GREAT INTERVIEW!!! Much respect to Ken Griffey Jr. A true Icon and Legend!

[@DirtyCuttinScoundrel]

You can see his personality coming through as the interview progressed what great about the podcast

[@shanenelson5811]

That Nolan Ryan story that Griffey Jr. told in this podcast was pure historical gold! I don't know who is a baseball history fan? But, gosh that was just amazing hearing that!!

[@melvinirving2382]

Mr Griffey talking about his Father’s and Mother’s support and love, priceless 👊🏿as well as explaining why it’s a lower count of Black players in the league..

[@billyblackmon4796]

what a nice person. amazing how decent he comes across and his admiration for his mom and dad is incredible. I thought no episode can beat the others and then this one comes along. the best

[@LESMM2040]

Definitely my favourite episode . Man, being South African and a massive baseball and KG Jr fan, this was awesome to watch. He's still got that youthful twinkle as though he's on the ball park, shout out to you guys for sure.

[@lancelin28]

My childhood hero.this is one of the best interviews that was done

[@joeschmo247]

You're not the only one. My friends and I that played ball, he was our "hero" as well.

[@biggrip713]

What a show. Y’all are the best sports pod cast there is. Being from Houston hearing JR talk about Michael Brantley almost seems like I know Griffey. Thank y’all for getting my favorite players as a kid and now on.

[@JohnCBlandII]

What a dope episode! Ken is hilarious and humble even after so much greatness. Oh and…he’s definitely not normal. 😂 Amazing guest to book. Keep’em coming!

[@hecwsrtk]

One of my favorite interviews. Ken Griffey Jr. seems like such a cool dude!

[@StoicBehavioR]

58:57 Channing Crowder is one those friends that every man should have in his small circle. This is perfect example of it, right there. He'll pick you up, motivate you, and give you the confidence to do things. That's a true friend..

[@C-24-Brandan]

Another absolute legend! The Pivot never disappoints , the guests & over all quality of interviews and show quality/production keeps getting better n better 👍🔥