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@kurtwarnerqbc
From stocking shelves in a grocery store to hoisting the Lombardi Trophy and rewriting NFL history, Kurt’s story will leave you motivated and ready to tackle your own storms.
Kurt dives deep into mental processing, the importance of preparation, and the lessons he’s learned from setbacks and rejection.
Whether you’re an athlete, a leader, or just seeking inspiration, you’ll find so much value in hearing Kurt’s perspective on perseverance, humility, and capitalizing on the moments that matter.
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What you’ll hear in this episode:
➡︎ How faith and family shaped Kurt’s mindset through adversity
➡︎ Lessons from being overlooked, cut, and counted out—and the key moment that changed everything
➡︎ Behind-the-scenes stories from the Rams, Giants, and Cardinals
➡︎ Why “being a great practice player” might be the smartest career move you can make
➡︎ Kurt’s advice for young athletes (and future leaders!) facing rejection or pressure today
➡︎ The real impact of asking for help, learning from your failures, and always being ready for opportunity
➡︎ Fun lightning-round questions—including favorite fictional QBs, life lessons, and more!
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🔥 Resources
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➡︎ Website: https://www.kurtwarner.org/
➡︎ Treasure House: https://treasurehouse.org/
➡︎ X: https://x.com/kurt13warner
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⏰ Timecodes ⏰
01:06 The Importance of Family and Relationships
03:49 Embracing Failure and Growth
06:28 Passion Projects and Giving Back
09:22 Lessons from Early Career Challenges
12:22 Advice on Overcoming Setbacks
17:37 Personal Accountability and Growth
19:43 The Importance of Patience in Development
24:07 Expectations vs. Reality in Performance
26:42 The Challenge of Admitting Limitations
31:09 Faith as a Guiding Force
37:31 The Role of Training Grounds in Success
40:58 The Impact of Support and Belief
47:09 Balancing Heart and Head in Decision Making
49:08 Less Obvious Factors in Achieving Success
51:49 Mental Processing Over Physical Speed
53:38 The Importance of Critical Thinking
54:53 Reflections on Career Choices
56:36 Leadership and Emotional Connection
58:21 Casting the Perfect Actor
01:00:47 Fictional Quarterbacks and Their Impact
01:02:41 Creating a Super Quarterback
01:04:04 Legacy Beyond Football
01:04:52 Surprising Aspects of Kurt Warner
01:06:12 Messages for the World
01:07:21 Wisdom for Future Generations
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Passing The Torch audio episode 81
https://www.buzzsprout.com/1946508/episodes/17351099
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Mentioned:
Uncle Rico
Paul Crewe
Drew Brees
Treasure House: https://treasurehouse.org/
Steve Mariucci
Caleb Williams
Al Luginbill
Coach Padlock
Larry Fitzgerald
Rich Eisen
Dick Vermeil
Vince Papale
Warren Beatty
Drew Brees
Tom Brady
Patrick Mahomes
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Quotes:
“We don’t grow despite the storms, we grow because of the storms.”
– Brad Thompson
One more quote I just had to mention in the episode.
"No great accomplishment is ever achieved by yourself" – Kurt Warner
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