Sharpen Up with Brittany Wagner
Summary: Renowned academic counselor and “Last Chance U” star Brittany Wagner hosts Sharpen Up, a podcast that inspires, energizes and educates.If you don’t know this southern, single mom yet - then hold on - she’s the wise mentor, helpful advisor, and judgement-free friend we all need. Brittany gained recognition from the Netflix original series “Last Chance U,” where she was the academic advisor to a prolific junior college football team. She changed the lives of student-athletes by believing in them, no matter their circumstances or obstacles, sometimes insurmountable.If you have seen Brittany in action, you probably wish you could head to her office for some advice, some laughs, or just a reminder that there’s no better time than now to get your life together. Good news: you no longer have to live in small-town Scooba, Miss. or play college football: Sharpen Up brings Ms. Wagner’s office to you.Brittany will share what’s on her mind – from current events to college sports to her own personal struggles - even dating! Sometimes funny, sometimes emotional, and always thoughtful, Sharpen Up is for anyone who wants to get motivated and inspired with a few laughs along the way.Just make sure you have a pencil.
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Brittany goes through some of her favorite passages and practices from her father's new book and the works of Brené Brown that can be used to fight depression, anxiety and allow us to be vulnerable Subscribe to Sharpen Up on iTunes, and leave us a rating and review to help spread the word! Follow Brittany on Twitter and Instagram @Brittany_MSGirl. Until next week: Don't forget your pencil!
This week, Brittany talks about her experience attending the Rickwood classic in Birmingham, Alabama and how important it is to remember the long dormant negro leagues and those who came before us in all walks of life Subscribe to Sharpen Up on iTunes, and leave us a rating and review to help spread the word! Follow Brittany on Twitter and Instagram @Brittany_MSGirl. Until next week: Don't forget your pencil!
In this weeks episode, Brittany sits down with her dad, Dr. Buddy Wagner, to discuss how much of being happy is a choice, why putting labels on aspects of our mental health can be harmful, and a story from his time as a psychologist Subscribe to Sharpen Up on iTunes, and leave us a rating and review to help spread the word! Follow Brittany on Twitter and Instagram @Brittany_MSGirl. Until next week: Don't forget your pencil!
This week, Brittany clears up some misconceptions about her life since the release of 'Last Chance U' and the steps she took to overcoming her own doubts about changing her career and life Subscribe to Sharpen Up on iTunes, and leave us a rating and review to help spread the word! Follow Brittany on Twitter and Instagram @Brittany_MSGirl. Until next week: Don't forget your pencil!
This week, Brittany gets into some of the standout stories & highlights from the NFL draft and where some Last Chance U standouts were chosen Subscribe to Sharpen Up on iTunes, and leave us a rating and review to help spread the word! Follow Brittany on Twitter and Instagram @Brittany_MSGirl. Until next week: Don't forget your pencil!
Brittany is joined by John Franklin III & James Davis from season 1 & 2 of 'Last Chance U' on this special episode of Sharpen Up to catch up about their experiences during filming and what has happened with them since they were on the show Subscribe to Sharpen Up on iTunes, and leave us a rating and review to help spread the word! Follow Brittany on Twitter and Instagram @Brittany_MSGirl. Until next week: Don't forget your pencil!
Brittany is back! First, updates on her intense bike ride for civil rights. Then Brittany explains how she's navigating a completely new life - running a business, traveling, doing long and intense bike rides - and how it isn't necessarily a bad thing to feel exhausted and overwhelmed. How do you navigate it? And could it actually be a good thing to feel like you're failing? Subscribe to Sharpen Up on iTunes, and leave us a rating and review to help spread the word! Follow Brittany on Twitter and Instagram @Brittany_MSGirl. Until next week: Don't forget your pencil!
Brittany is back on her feet after her bout with the flu last week! Brittany reads YOUR emails this week, which touched on how to inspire others, how to push yourself to think positively, and, of course, asking about some memorable moments from Last Chance U. She is joined today by her boyfriend who makes his reluctant podcast debut by recapping your emails to Brittany. Follow Brittany @Brittany_MSGirl on Twitter and Insta. Subscribe to the show and rate and review it! Thanks for listening!
Last week, Brittany asked you for your questions and feedback (you can still email her at Brittany@BrittanyWagner.com), and this week, she begins to answer! But unfortunately, Brittany is a little under the weather, so she will get to most of your emails next week. In this episode, she focuses on a particularly inspiring note she got from a fan and what she learned from it. Email Brittany your questions and they could make next week's episode! Follow Brittany on Twitter and Insta @Brittany_MSGirl. Please rate, review and subscribe to the show. And don't forget your pencil!
In this episode, Brittany calls journalist Drew Jubera, who was originally assigned to the GQ story that led to Last Chance U on Netflix. (In fact, he even came up with the title.) This episode is the first time we really hear from Brittany about some of her favorite (and least favorite) memories from the show, including controversial figures (Coach Buddy Stevens) and beloved students (Ronald Ollie). She asks Drew about Stevens - is he really an a**hole? - and Drew's favorite memories from Scooba, Miss. From old Coke machines to summer practice fields to why Drew thinks a junior college player led to the Patriots winning the Super Bowl two years ago, this episode is a fascinating listen. Follow Brittany on social media @Brittany_MSgirl. Email us with questions for Brittany for next week's episode - brittany@brittanywagner.com.
This week, Brittany diagnoses the problems of poverty in education. No one chooses to be poor. And children have no say whatsoever. Why punish kids who can't afford school supplies, or school clothes? What does that teach them and how does that impact them later in life? And what can we do about this national crisis? Follow Brittany on Twitter and Instagram at @Brittany_MSGirl. Please rate, review and tell your friends about this show - it helps us get the word out! New episodes every Wednesday. Don't forget your pencil.
In this episode, Brittany talks about something she is no expert in: relationships. Why is dating today so casual, and why are people so afraid to commit? And... What's Brittany's relationship status? To quote the poet-philosopher Justin Bieber: are you watering the grass you're standing on, or is the grass greener somewhere else? Subscribe to the show on iTunes or wherever you get your podcasts! Please leave a rating or review, it helps us get the word out. Follow Brittany on Twitter/Insta @Brittany_MSGirl.
In the wake of Fox News' Laura Ingraham's comments that LeBron James should "Shut up and dribble," Brittany reflects on the need to embrace everyone's opinions, plus the need to see people as more than their job, gender, or background. Please subscribe to the show wherever you get your podcast! Rate it on Apple Podcasts to help spread the word. Follow Brittany on Twitter and Instagram @Brittany_MsGirl.
What are the chances the small town of Clinton, Mississippi would produce both Brittany Wagner and *NSync's Lance Bass? Brittany reflects on her upbringing and the role models and validation she received in her life. Then Lance Bass calls in (15:00) to discuss: -The influences in his life -Getting his start with NSync -His favorite NSync memories -His thoughts on Justin Timberlake's halftime show at the Super Bowl. For homework this week (1:00:00), Brittany invites you to reflect on who influenced you growing up, and how to thank them. Please subscribe to the show and rate it on Apple Podcasts or wherever you get your podcasts! Follow Brittany on Twitter and Instagram @Brittany_MsGirl.
Brittany faced a big birthday this year, and it got her thinking about the challenges that come with staring down life's major milestones. As we move through life, do you resist or embrace the milestones? If you make a vision board this week, send Brittany your homework @Brittany_MSGirl on Twitter or Instagram! Please subscribe, rate and review the podcast, and tell a friend! And definitely don't forget your pencil.
