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The Backyard Pull Up!

by Dameon R. Smith

Welcome ladies and gentlemen! "Picture this" the family is having a get together, someone's on the grill, a debate is going on in the living room, and everyone is having a great time out back. That's the idea of the podcast! So grab a plate, take a seat, and pull up. Come vibe with me and hopefully you will be inspired as well. Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/thebackyardpullup/support

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Episodes

  1. Balancing College, Work, and Life

    Going back to school as an adult hits different. In this episode of The Backyard Pull-Up, I keep it real about what college looks like when you’re not 18 anymore juggling online classes, work, family responsibilities, exhaustion, and the pressure to keep everything moving forward. From…

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  2. Thanksgiving, Family Drama & One More Scoop of Mac & Cheese

    Thanksgiving ain’t always peaceful — sometimes it’s work potlucks with questionable food, siblings acting wild, and family conversations that belong on Pay-Per-View. 😅 In this episode of The Backyard Pull-Up, Smitty breaks down the REAL Thanksgiving: 🍗 Work potluck disasters — who really cooked...

  3. Moving Day Ain’t No Joke — Funny Stories, Military Life & Real Lessons

    Funny moving stories. Military life. Back pain after 35. This episode breaks down why moving day hits different at every age — childhood, your 20s, and especially over 35 when your back starts filing a VA claim. > I’m Smitty — a Navy Chief who’s moved from Cleveland to Norfolk to overseas...

  4. The Backyard Pull-Up — Deployment, Culture & Real-Life Comeback

    Three years gone — but real life never stopped. The Backyard Pull-Up is back, and this season we’re talking about: • deployment stories & military life 🫡 • relationships & real-life struggles ❤️ • culture & current events 🌍 • lessons learned the hard way 📉 • laughs when life gets crazy 🤦🏽‍♂️...

  5. NBA Chaos & Comebacks — Ja, Curry, Zion | Backyard Pull-Up

    The NBA is wild again — but this ain’t just stats and scores. This is culture, comedy, and real-life lessons from the league that runs the world. 🌍 After three years away — The Backyard Pull-Up is BACK with a new energy and global mindset. In this comeback episode, we break down: 🧠 Ja Morant —...

  6. Two Distant Strangers Breakdown | Real Talk on Race, Fear & Justice

    Season 2, Episode 4 – Two Distant Strangers: The Cycle That Still Hasn’t Broken This episode hits deep. I’m breaking down the Oscar-winning short film Two Distant Strangers—but this isn’t just a review. It’s a conversation about racism, fear, justice, and reality that still echoes long after the...

  7. How Author Nichole Nichole Built Her Dream 🌍 | Poetry, Purpose & Business from the Heart

    This one’s for the dreamers, the doers, and the creators. ✍🏽 In this episode of The Backyard Pull-Up, I sit down with Nichole Nichole — indie author, poet, blogger, and entrepreneur — who’s building her brand and inspiring others to chase purpose over perfection. We talk about: 💡 How she turned...

  8. The 5AM Shift 🌅 | How Waking Up Early Changed My Mind, My Grind & My Life

    It started with one alarm — and changed everything. I used to hit snooze, wake up late, and chase the day instead of leading it. But when I started waking up early, my focus, mindset, and peace of mind completely shifted. In this episode of The Backyard Pull-Up, I break down what I call The 5AM...

  9. LeBron, Curry & the Wildest NBA Playoff Fans 🌍 | Real Hoops Talk from the Backyard

    Season 2, Episode 1 – NBA Playoffs Chaos: The Wildest Fans & Backyard Hoops Talk We’re kicking off Season 2 in the backyard with NBA playoff madness! My cousin Joe is back, and we’re breaking down everything from LeBron’s latest run to the wildest fans in the game—and debating who’s really built...

  10. The Fight Within 💭 | Breaking the Stigma Around Military & Mental Health Worldwide

    This one’s personal — and powerful. In this episode of The Backyard Pull-Up, I sit down with HM1 Delyn Scott, a Navy Corpsman, to have the kind of conversation too many service members avoid — mental health in the military. 🧠 The Fight Within: What it really feels like to stay strong when your...

  11. The Backyard Pull-Up w/ Smitty — Real Stories, Military Life, Culture & Growth

    Real stories. Military life. Culture. Growth. The Backyard Pull-Up is a global podcast where real people talk about real life from mental health and relationships to funny life stories and lessons learned the hard way. > I’m Smitty a Navy Chief who’s seen life from the block to the base and…

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  12. Zay Saint 🎤 | From St. Louis Hustle to Global Hip-Hop Grind

    From the streets of St. Louis to stages around the world — meet Zay Saint. In this Backyard Pull-Up Season 1 finale, we’re talking music, mindset, and the meaning of hustle. Zay Saint, a 27-year-old artist and entrepreneur, shares his journey of turning setbacks into songs and ambition into...

  13. The Day a Bully Took My Lunch Money 😤 | A Funny but Real Story About Confidence & Comebacks

    Ever had a moment that embarrassed you but ended up shaping who you are? In this storytime episode of The Backyard Pull-Up, I’m taking it back to middle school — bad fits, hand-me-downs, and that one bully who tried me. It’s a funny, honest, and real look at how one fight for respect turned into…

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  14. Jay-Z’s Top 5 Albums 🔥 | Hustle, Confidence & What Every Man (and Woman) Can Learn

    What can Jay-Z teach us about winning in life? In this episode of The Backyard Pull-Up, we blend hip-hop, hustle, and real growth — breaking down what confidence really looks like. 🎶 Jay-Z’s Top 5 Albums Ranked: My list of Hov’s best projects and what each one teaches about vision, discipline…

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  15. DMX, Tom Ford & The Power of Real Confidence 🌍 | Faith, Style & Culture Talk

    Legacy. Style. Confidence. In this episode of The Backyard Pull-Up, we’re celebrating the real — from the streets to the spotlight. 🎤 DMX Tribute: Beyond the music and the madness — his honesty, faith, and what he taught us about being real in a fake world. 👔 Tom Ford Style Rules: Dressing well...

  16. 31 Life Habits 🌍 | Real Ways to Level Up Your Mind & Mood

    Season 1, Episode 5 – 31 Ways to Change Your Life Today Ready to level up but not sure where to start? In this episode of The Backyard Pull-Up, I’m sharing 31 simple, real-world changes that can help you: Build better habits and routines. Boost your confidence and mindset. Take small steps toward...

  17. From Basic to Boss 🌍 | Style, Grooming & Confidence for Real Men

    Want to level up your look and confidence — without losing your edge? In this episode of The Backyard Pull-Up, we’re breaking down what it really takes to go from basic to boss — not just in style, but in mindset. 💈 Style upgrades that turn heads without draining your wallet. 🕶️ Grooming,...

  18. Meet Smitty 🔥 | The Real Story Behind The Backyard Pull-Up Podcast

    Every voice has a story — here’s mine. I’m Smitty, creator of The Backyard Pull-Up, and this episode is where it all begins. From growing up in Cleveland to leading and learning through life, this is the story that shaped my voice, my vision, and this podcast. 🎙️ I talk about: – Why I started…

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  19. Kirk Franklin vs His Son 😳 | Stimmy Money & Coming 2 America Reactions

    Season 1, Episode 2 — The Backyard Pull-Up is getting real this week! 🔥 Kirk Franklin vs. his son: Was he out of line, or just a dad keeping it real? 💸 Stimmy checks: Are we saving, splurging, or supporting the small businesses that keep the block moving? 🎬 Coming 2 America: Eddie Murphy’s...

  20. Dunk of the Year Debate 🔥 | NBA All-Star 2021 Rewind & Global Hoop Talk

    Season 1, Episode 1 — Welcome to The Backyard Pull-Up! We’re kicking things off with pure basketball energy and unfiltered opinions. My cousin and I dive into every question hoop fans argue about: 🏀 Who really won Dunk of the Year? 🌟 Did the 2021 NBA All-Star picks get it right — or did…

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  21. 15 Real-Life Tips to Level Up (No Fluff, Just Results)

    This isn’t about New Year hype — it’s about real change. In this episode of The Backyard Pull-Up, I’m sharing 15 real-life tips that helped me sharpen my mindset, my habits, and my peace — tips you can apply right now to level up in life, work, faith, and relationships. 💡 No fluff. Just...

  22. I Can’t Swim 🌊 | The Funny, Real & Relentless Story of Not Giving Up

    I can’t swim — but that never stopped me from staying afloat. 🌊 In this episode of The Backyard Pull-Up, I’m sharing one of my funniest Navy moments that turned into one of the realest lessons of my life. It’s not about water — it’s about life, fear, and learning how to keep pushing even when…

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  23. The Backyard Pull-Up w/ Smitty – Real Stories, Comedy, Culture & Global Conversations | Season 2

    Season 2 of The Backyard Pull-Up w/ Smitty is here — bringing real stories, unfiltered comedy, global culture, mental health conversations, and lessons from everyday life. Hosted by Smitty — a Navy Chief, storyteller, and “pull-up and vibe” type of brother — this season expands from Cleveland to...

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ABOUT THIS SHOW

Welcome ladies and gentlemen! "Picture this" the family is having a get together, someone's on the grill, a debate is going on in the living room, and everyone is having a great time out back. That's the idea of the podcast! So grab a plate, take a seat, and pull up. Come vibe with me and hopefully you will be inspired as well. Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/thebackyardpullup/support

HOSTED BY

Dameon R. Smith

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Welcome ladies and gentlemen! "Picture this" the family is having a get together, someone's on the grill, a debate is going on in the living room, and everyone is having a great time out back. That's the idea of the podcast! So grab a plate, take a seat, and pull up. Come vibe with me and hopefully...

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