Shooting It Straight!
Randy Black and Elizabeth Clayton
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Preparation Breeds Courage, Part 2: Behind the Scenes of Bravery
In Episode 21 of Shooting It Straight, Randy continues the conversation on how preparation builds courage by taking listeners behind the scenes of bravery. What the world often labels as a…
Preparation Breeds Courage, Part 1: The Connection Between Preparation and Courage
In this powerful opening to Part 1 of “Preparation Breeds Courage,” Randy Black and Elizabeth Clayton unpack a simple but life-changing truth: courage is not spontaneous — it is built long before the…
Courage is for the Hard Times
In this episode of Shooting It Straight!, Randy Black and Elizabeth Clayton dive into the theme “Courage Is for the Hard Times,” exploring what courage really looks like when life pushes back. They…
Year-End Reflection: Straight Talk on Planning Your Best Year Yet
As the year comes to a close, it’s the perfect time to pause, look back, and get honest about where you’ve been and where you’re headed. In this episode of Shooting It Straight!, Randy Black and…
Resilience After Loss: Walking Through Grief Together
In this episode of Shooting It Straight!, Randy Black and Elizabeth Clayton step into an honest and deeply personal conversation about resilience in the face of loss. Drawing from their own recent…
What’s Next for Shooting It Straight!?
Episode 16 is an emotional and heartfelt turning point for Shooting It Straight!—the first full episode recorded after the passing of Coach Jim Clayton. Randy opens the episode by honoring his…
Shooting It Straight! is Coming Back on January 5, 2026
Shooting It Straight! returns on January 5, 2026, marking a new season shaped by reflection, loss, and renewed purpose. In this brief announcement, Randy shares updates following the passing of…
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Shooting It Straight! is starting a new chapter after the loss of Coach Clayton. Welcome Elizabeth Clayton, Jim’s daughter, to the show and let’s keep doing what we do best, Shooting It Straight!
Tributes to a Coach: Believe Bigger, Achieve Louder, Motivate Stronger
In this special memorial episode of Shooting It Straight!, We honor our friend and co-host, Coach Jim Clayton, by sharing a series of heartfelt voicemail tributes from players, parents, coaches, and…
BAM, Son!: Believe, Achieve, Motivate—Remembering Coach Jim Clayton
In this special remembrance episode of Shooting It Straight, We revisit a 2018 conversation recorded with Randy and Coach Clayton—mentor, educator, motivator, and the heart behind “BAM, son.” We talk…
Honoring Coach Jim Clayton: A Life of Faith, Service, and Unshakable Encouragement
In this deeply personal and heartfelt episode, I honor my dear friend, colleague, and cohost, Coach Jim Clayton, who passed away on 09/18/2025. I reflect on meeting Jim when I was a teenager,…
The Myth of Multitasking: Why Less is More
In this episode of “Shooting It Straight,” host Randy Black dives into the pervasive myth of multitasking and its impact on productivity. With co-host Jim Clayton absent due to a medical situation,…
Tools vs. Habits: The Key to Lasting Productivity
In this episode of “Shooting It Straight,” hosts Randy Black and Coach Jim Clayton dive into the critical difference between tools and habits, emphasizing that while tools can aid productivity, it’s…
Overcoming Productivity Pitfalls: Mindset, Habits, and More
In this episode of “Shooting It Straight!,” hosts Randy Black and Jim Clayton delve into the core of productivity, emphasizing the importance of mindset over mere tools and strategies. They explore…
Activity vs. Productivity: Are You Truly Achieving?
In this episode of “Shooting It Straight,” hosts Randy Black and Coach Jim Clayton delve into the crucial difference between being busy and being productive. They explore how activity often…
The Role of Faith in Building Unbreakable Resilience
In this episode of “Shooting It Straight,” hosts Randy Black and Coach Jim Clayton delve into the concept of resilience, exploring how faith and perseverance play crucial roles in overcoming life’s…
Keep Going: Voices That Remind Us Why We Don’t Quit (Part 2)
In this episode of “Shooting It Straight,” hosts Randy Black and Coach Jim Clayton delve into the essence of resilience and perseverance. Broadcasting live from Sports City U studio in Hurricane,…
Keep Going: Voices That Remind Us Why We Don’t Quit (Part 1)
In this episode of “Shooting It Straight,” hosts Randy Black and Coach Jim Clayton delve into the theme of resilience, exploring how life lessons from the court translate into real-world success.…
Laughing Through Life’s Challenges: A Conversation with Brad Miller
In this episode of “Shooting It Straight,” hosts Randy Black and Jim Clayton dive into the theme of resilience with special guest Dr. Brad Miller, host of the “Cancer and Comedy” podcast. Brad shares…
The Big Break: How Adversity Shaped a Life
In this episode of “Shooting It Straight,” hosts Randy Black and Coach Jim Clayton delve into a powerful story of resilience and determination. Jim shares his personal journey from a life-threatening…
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Shooting It Straight! has published 24 episodes since June 2025, covering topics in Education, How To.
Shooting It Straight! is currently highly active with new episodes every 2 weeks. Average episode length is 55m.
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