Podcast
Sharpen Up with Brittany Wagner
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Renowned academic counselor and “Last Chance U” star Brittany Wagner hosts Sharpen Up, a podcast that inspires, energizes and educates.
If you don’t know this southern, single mom yet - then hold on - she’s the wise mentor, helpful advisor, and judgement-free friend we all need. Brittany gained recognition from the Netflix original series “Last Chance U,” where she was the academic advisor to a prolific junior college football team. She changed the lives of student-athletes by believing in them, no matter their circumstances or obstacles, sometimes insurmountable.
If you have seen Brittany in action, you probably wish you could head to her office for some advice, some laughs, or just a reminder that there’s no better time than now to get your life together. Good news: you no longer have to live in small-town Scooba, Miss. or play college football: Sharpen Up brings Ms. Wagner’s office to you.
Brittany will share what’s on her mind – from current events to college sports to her own personal struggles - even dating! Sometimes funny, sometimes emotional, and always thoughtful, Sharpen Up is for anyone who wants to get motivated and inspired with a few laughs along the way.
Just make sure you have a pencil.
10episodes
Episodes
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Overcoming Depression & How To Accept Vulnerability
Jun 20, 201800:52:28Tap to summarizeBrittany goes through some of her favorite passages and practices from her father's new book and the works of Brené Brown that can be used to fight depression, anxiety and allow us to be vulnerableSubscribe to Sharpen Up on iTunes, and leave us a rating and review to help spread the word!Follow Brittany on Twitter and Instagram @Brittany_MSGirl.Until next week: Don't forget your pencil!
Transcribe →Equality & Appreciating Those Who Came Before
Jun 13, 201800:32:28Tap to summarizeThis week, Brittany talks about her experience attending the Rickwood classic in Birmingham, Alabama and how important it is to remember the long dormant negro leagues and those who came before us in all walks of lifeSubscribe to Sharpen Up on iTunes, and leave us a rating and review to help spread the word!Follow Brittany on Twitter and Instagram @Brittany_MSGirl.Until next week: Don't forget your pencil!
Transcribe →Choosing To Be Happy w/ Dr. Buddy Wagner
May 23, 201800:45:28Tap to summarizeIn this weeks episode, Brittany sits down with her dad, Dr. Buddy Wagner, to discuss how much of being happy is a choice, why putting labels on aspects of our mental health can be harmful, and a story from his time as a psychologistSubscribe to Sharpen Up on iTunes, and leave us a rating and review to help spread the word!Follow Brittany on Twitter and Instagram @Brittany_MSGirl.Until next week: Don't forget your pencil!
Transcribe →Setting The Record Straight & Taking A Leap Of Faith
May 16, 201800:26:49Tap to summarizeThis week, Brittany clears up some misconceptions about her life since the release of 'Last Chance U' and the steps she took to overcoming her own doubts about changing her career and lifeSubscribe to Sharpen Up on iTunes, and leave us a rating and review to help spread the word!Follow Brittany on Twitter and Instagram @Brittany_MSGirl.Until next week: Don't forget your pencil!
Transcribe →Never Giving Up & Highlights From The NFL Draft
May 9, 201800:36:15Tap to summarizeThis week, Brittany gets into some of the standout stories & highlights from the NFL draft and where some Last Chance U standouts were chosenSubscribe to Sharpen Up on iTunes, and leave us a rating and review to help spread the word!Follow Brittany on Twitter and Instagram @Brittany_MSGirl.Until next week: Don't forget your pencil!
Transcribe →Catching Up w/ John Franklin III & James Davis from 'Last Chance U'
Apr 25, 201801:05:50Tap to summarizeBrittany is joined by John Franklin III & James Davis from season 1 & 2 of 'Last Chance U' on this special episode of Sharpen Up to catch up about their experiences during filming and what has happened with them since they were on the showSubscribe to Sharpen Up on iTunes, and leave us a rating and review to help spread the word!Follow Brittany on Twitter and Instagram @Brittany_MSGirl. Until next week: Don't forget your pencil!
Transcribe →Why Being Uncomfortable Can Be Good For You
Apr 18, 201800:34:39Tap to summarizeBrittany is back! First, updates on her intense bike ride for civil rights.Then Brittany explains how she's navigating a completely new life - running a business, traveling, doing long and intense bike rides - and how it isn't necessarily a bad thing to feel exhausted and overwhelmed.How do you navigate it? And could it actually be a good thing to feel like you're failing? Subscribe to Sharpen Up on iTunes, and leave us a rating and review to help spread the word!Follow Brittany on Twitter and Instagram @Brittany_MSGirl. Until next week: Don't forget your pencil!
Transcribe →Ask Brittany Anything (Part 2, Featuring Special Guest)
Apr 4, 201800:53:26Tap to summarizeBrittany is back on her feet after her bout with the flu last week! Brittany reads YOUR emails this week, which touched on how to inspire others, how to push yourself to think positively, and, of course, asking about some memorable moments from Last Chance U. She is joined today by her boyfriend who makes his reluctant podcast debut by recapping your emails to Brittany. Follow Brittany @Brittany_MSGirl on Twitter and Insta. Subscribe to the show and rate and review it!Thanks for listening!
Transcribe →Ask Brittany Anything (Part One)
Mar 28, 201800:09:38Tap to summarizeLast week, Brittany asked you for your questions and feedback (you can still email her at Brittany@BrittanyWagner.com), and this week, she begins to answer!But unfortunately, Brittany is a little under the weather, so she will get to most of your emails next week. In this episode, she focuses on a particularly inspiring note she got from a fan and what she learned from it. Email Brittany your questions and they could make next week's episode!Follow Brittany on Twitter and Insta @Brittany_MSGirl. Please rate, review and subscribe to the show. And don't forget your pencil!
Transcribe →How 'Last Chance U' Started (with GQ's Drew Jubera)
Mar 21, 201801:03:52Tap to summarizeIn this episode, Brittany calls journalist Drew Jubera, who was originally assigned to the GQ story that led to Last Chance U on Netflix. (In fact, he even came up with the title.) This episode is the first time we really hear from Brittany about some of her favorite (and least favorite) memories from the show, including controversial figures (Coach Buddy Stevens) and beloved students (Ronald Ollie). She asks Drew about Stevens - is he really an a**hole? - and Drew's favorite memories from Scooba, Miss. From old Coke machines to summer practice fields to why Drew thinks a junior college player led to the Patriots winning the Super Bowl two years ago, this episode is a fascinating listen. Follow Brittany on social media @Brittany_MSgirl. Email us with questions for Brittany for next week's episode - brittany@brittanywagner.com.
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