In this episode of Grind Nation, BYU’s Richie Saunders shares what it really means to work when nobody’s watching. From early mornings in the gym with his dad to handling pressure moments in front of 20,000 fans, Richie opens up about faith, discipline, and trusting the process. He breaks down lessons from his mission, how he deals with anxiety and failure, and why staying humble through NIL and hype matters more than ever. This one is all heart, all effort, and all grind.

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Braden Brown joins Grind Nation to talk about the mindset behind making it to the next level. From growing up a three-sport athlete in Utah to battling through injuries at BYU and competing in the NFL, Braden shares how to handle pressure, reframe failure, and build real mental toughness. This episode dives deep into what separates good athletes from great ones — and how to develop resilience that lasts beyond the game.

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Former BYU linebacker and NFL player Sae Tautu opens up about the mindset that carried him from multiple injuries to signing with the New Orleans Saints. In this episode, Sae breaks down what it means to stay disciplined when life tests you — from learning through injury and trusting your rehab, to visualizing confidence before every game.

He shares how his faith, family, and Polynesian heritage kept him grounded, and why true toughness isn’t about being perfect — it’s about showing up when it’s hard. Whether you’re an athlete, coach, or anyone chasing big goals, this episode reminds you that discipline, patience, and belief turn setbacks into strength.

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