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Everyday Grit
by Nathan Hicks
Conversations to help you think critically, live abundantly, and endure the everyday.
Episodes
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Ep. 032 - Rescue on Mt Yonah: A Lesson in Preparedness, Planning, and Respecting the Wilderness
Mount Yonah Rescue: Preparedness, Planning, and Respecting the Wilderness Host Nathan Hicks events that took place on August 25, 2026, when White County rescuers responded to a 7:00 p.m. SOS. They eventually located an unnamed hiker about 260 feet up a granite face on a small ledge roughly 40–50...
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Ep. 031 - The Facade of Suffering w Jon Cox
Join Nathan Hicks and special co-host Jon Cox for a conversation about the difference between voluntary hardship and true suffering and the reasons it's sometimes difficult to tell the difference. Jon and Nathan share wisom and stories from their background in endurance sports and offer practical...
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Ep. 030 - Life in Balance with Christian Rawles: Enduring Entrepreneurialism
Enduring Entrepreneurism: Life in Balance with Christian Rawles In this episode, the speaker and guest Christian Rawles discuss various subjects ranging from technical improvements in sound quality to a detailed narrative of Christian's life experiences. They delve into Christian's early exposure...
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Ep. 029 - The Least of These
The Least of These In this episode of the Everyday Grit Podcast, host Nathan Hicks shares a personal story about buying a new mountain bike to connect with his son, only to face a unique challenge in obtaining it. The experience underscores the importance of human connection and helping others....
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Ep. 028 - All In with Edgar Mills
What Does It Mean to Be All In? In this insightful episode, the hosts dive deep into the meaning of being 'all in' across different aspects of life—work, family, and personal goals. They discuss personal experiences, such as tackling zoning for a new business, training for ultra-marathons, and...
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Ep. 027 - Tragedy to Triumph with Hannah Nabors
Tragedy to Triumph with Hannah Nabors. In this episode, Hannah Neighbors shares her incredible journey of resilience and recovery following a devastating car accident that resulted in the loss of her leg. Hannah discusses her upbringing, career path, and how she met her husband. She details the...
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Ep. 026 - Ready or Not: Overcoming Unwanted and Untimely Challenges (Lessons from a trail 100)
Ready or Not: Overcoming Unwanted and Untimely Challenges (Lessons from a 100-Mile Race) In this episode of the Everyday Grit Podcast, host Nathan Hicks shares valuable lessons learned from his recent experience running a 100-mile trail race. He discusses the importance of setting goals…
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Ep. 025 - The Road Less Traveled with Russ Taylor
The road less traveled, with Russ Taylor...exploring a life of service, adventure, and faith. In this episode of everyday Grit, host Nathan Hicks sits down with Russ Taylor to discuss his remarkable journey of living a life filled with adventure, service, and faith. They delve into Russ's...
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Ep. 024 - How Runningman Found A Home
Navigating Opportunities and Staying True to Yourself In this episode of the Everyday Grit Podcast, hosted by Nathan Hicks, the focus is on the Running Man Festival, an event created by entrepreneur Jesse Itzler. Nathan dives into his personal experience of connecting Jesse's team with the…
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Ep. 023 - Lessons From Mid State Mile
Lessons from the Mid-State Mile: Embracing Challenges and Self-Reflection Host Nathan Hicks reflects on his experience participating in the Mid-State Mile, a challenging trail race with a 1.1 mile loop and 340 feet of elevation gain and loss per loop. He discusses the importance of goal setting,...
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Ep. 022 - The Reckoning: Grit and Growth
Enduring the Reckoning: Reflections on Overcoming Adversity In this engaging episode, participants reflect on a rigorous outdoor adventure called 'The Reckoning,' involving a challenging hike with varied terrain and adverse weather conditions. The conversation covers their experiences, individual...
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Ep. 021 - Come As You Are: The Role of Doubt in Deepening Your Faith
In this episode of the Everyday Grit Podcast, host Nathan Hicks discusses how doubt crept in during a stressful period as he explores the nature of doubt in faith. Nathan examines the biblical story of Thomas' doubt post-resurrection, emphasizing the importance of acknowledging doubt, maintaining...
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Ep. 020 - Beyond Comfort: Growth Zones & Personal Development
Understanding the Growth Zone: A Framework for Personal Development In this episode, host Nathan Hicks shares a compelling story from his experience leading a challenging backpacking course focused on personal development. He discusses the concept of the 'Growth Zone Model,' using three…
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Ep. 019 - Pushing Limits with Tara Dower
Conquering Life and Trail: Tara Dower's Journey and Mental Resilience In this episode of the Everyday Grit podcast, host Nathan Hicks interviews Tara Dower, who recently set the fastest known time (FKT) for completing the Appalachian Trail. Tara's record-breaking journey covers 2,200 miles in 40...
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Ep. 018 - Everyday Resolutions
Welcome to the Everyday Grit Podcast with Nathan Hicks In episode 018, Nathan discusses the power of everyday resolutions and shares a framework that can quickly be used to provide clarity, structure, and purpose to each day. Give it a listen and put it to work. Carry on. *Interested in joining...
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Ep. 017 - Grief and Gratitude
Welcome to the Everyday Grit Podcast with Nathan Hicks In episode 017, Nathan shares thoughts and reflections about his experience with grief before and since the passing of his father two months ago. Listen and glean powerful insights on walking through difficult times purposefully and...
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Ep. 016 - Enduring Together with Jimmy & Hollye Smith
Welcome to the Everyday Grit Podcast with Nathan Hicks Episode 016 is a conversation with Jimmy and Hollye Smith about their journey of enduring a hard thing together. Listen as they share their story of dreaming big, working hard, and being open to what the journey would teach them. Hollye and...
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Ep. 015 - Train the Quit Out with Jon Cox
Welcome to the Everyday Grit Podcast with Nathan Hicks Episode 015 is a conversation with Jon Cox about the steadfast, 10-year pursuit of his goal to run 100 miles. We discuss motivation, failure, determination, identity, and more, in a way that relates to everyday life, too. Listen as Jon shares...
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Ep. 014 - The Power of Asking Questions
Welcome to the Everyday Grit Podcast with Nathan Hicks Episode 014 explores insights and observations from the Georgia Jewel 100 Trail Ultra, including the power of viewing growth through the lens of answering questions. Listen to hear practical tips on how to prepare for, work through, and...
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Ep. 013 - Borrowing Confidence
Welcome to the Everyday Grit Podcast with Nathan Hicks Episode 013 explores the idea of borrowing confidence from others. Listen to hear how this practice can help give you the boost you need to do things that challenge and stretch you while growing more confident in yourself along the way. Then...
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Ep. 012 - Born to Persevere
Welcome to the Everyday Grit Podcast with Nathan Hicks Episode 012 explores the reality of perseverance in our lives, its origin, and the different ways we see it play out around us. Listen to gain a framework of perseverance that will equip you to better endure hard times. Carry on. *Interested…
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Ep. 011 - The Best Letter
Welcome to the Everyday Grit Podcast with Nathan Hicks Episode 011 shares a heartwarming story from Nathan's AT thru-hike and practical tips for how to better encourage people around you. Give it a listen. Carry on. *Interested in joining Nathan for an "in-person" adventure? Check out The...
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Ep. 010 - Take It As It Comes
Welcome to the Everyday Grit Podcast with Nathan Hicks Episode 010 offers three important reflections from the most recent installment of The Reckoning, which took place last weekend in the mountains of north Georgia. Listen and be encouraged by these reminders that will help you face adversity…
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Ep. 009 - The Voice Inside Your Head
Welcome to the Everyday Grit Podcast with Nathan Hicks Episode 009 discusses the importance of our self-narrative and provides 5 steps to help create an accurate narrative in the face of adversity. Give it a listen and silence the inner critic. Carry on. *Interested in joining Nathan for an...
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Ep. 008 - Essential Considerations for the New Year
Welcome to the Everyday Grit Podcast with Nathan Hicks Episode 008 outlines 4 essential considerations that should be included in any plan for the new year. Regardless of how you plan to achieve growth and accomplish your goals this year, these essentials will help. Give it a listen. Carry on....
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Ep. 007 - Enduring The Impossible
Welcome to the Everyday Grit Podcast with Nathan Hicks Episode 007 is a conversation with Nathan's dad about his process of coming to terms with the disease, ALS, and how he endures each day. It's packed with hard-earned wisdom and perspective. Give it a listen. Carry on. *Interested in joining...
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Ep. 006 - Paradox of Perspective
Welcome to the Everyday Grit Podcast with Nathan Hicks Episode 006 discusses the paradox of perspective that comes when we accomplish something and experience two very different responses to the same event. Thank you for listening. Carry on. *Interested in joining Nathan for an "in-person"...
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Ep. 005 - To Seek And Save The Lost
Welcome to the Everyday Grit Podcast with Nathan Hicks Episode 005 explores the question, "what is required of us when we attempt to seek and save the lost?" Nathan reflects on a recent search and rescue operation and what it revealed about being a part of rescuing those in need around us. The...
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Ep. 004 - No One’s Coming
Welcome to the Everyday Grit Podcast with Nathan Hicks In episode 004 we dive in and explore the idea that no one's coming, that it's up to us, and that we should be prepared to self-rescue. Is it really so cut and dry, or is there more to it? Give it a listen and let me know what you think.…
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Ep. 003 - 5 Prerequisites for Growth
Welcome to the Everyday Grit Podcast with Nathan Hicks Let's take a look at 5 things that must happen before growth can occur and discuss some specifics related to each one. We'll also discuss how to use the list as a diagnostic to help when you are someone around you is "stuck." Carry on. Join…
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Ep. 002 - The Secret to Life
Welcome to the Everyday Grit Podcast with Nathan Hicks Discover the secret to life and why it's important in the face of one of life's harshest realities. Learn more about the origin of Everyday Grit and what's behind the name and tagline Join the conversation by emailing Nathan at...
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Ep 001 - Untrained and Inexperienced
Welcome to the Everyday Grit Podcast with Nathan Hicks. Explore the benefits of occasionally doing things with no training or experience. Experience freedom from expectations and fear of failure. Learn about the thing and yourself. Practice making real-time assessments and setting goals on the…
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Conversations to help you think critically, live abundantly, and endure the everyday.
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