Superstar Mike Morris: Minnesota Legend, Outside the Box? There is No Box (NFL, Radio)

One of the biggest personalities that we’ve had on the podcast, Mike Morris, joins us today! Mike was an NFL player for 13 years and found a home in Minnesota with the Vikings for 9 of those years. After his playing career, he thrived in radio on Minnesota’s most popular radio station. Now he is a personal trainer, football coach, and mentor. Mike shares experiences from his playing days in the NFL, playing and being coached by some of the NFL greats, he gives a back story on his “Superstar” persona, his mindset throughout life and living life outside of the box. Intro, being able to stick around in the NFL for 13 years after playing Division II football & being undrafted, and his mindset to keep pushing. (0:00-9:38) His Superstar persona & how he received the nickname, life in the NFL, and living life outside of the box. (9:39-20:47) Not being afraid of failure, putting yourself out there, and dealing with negativity from others. (20:48-29:40) Being coached by the greatest NFL head coach of all time (Bill Belichick), lessons learned from him, and experiences with Jesse Ventura. (29:41-40:36) Regrets from his “living without a box” lifestyle, best locker room stories & pranks, and accidentally stealing a van. (40:37-47:55) What Mike has going on now, training tips, and coaching & giving back to the kids. (47:56-54:28) Favorites books & quotes and connecting with the Bold Perceptions Community. (54:29-58:40) ***Nick's Notes ~ Man, what a time recording with the Superstar! Last year around this time, I never thought I'd be doing a podcast with Mr.Morris. A Minnesota legend and Viking's fan favorite, Mike was a blast to talk with. I am grateful this podcast allowed for me to connect and develop a relationship with someone who lives their life the way the Superstar does!