Shooting It Straight!
de Coach Jimmy Clayton, Elizabeth Clayton, and Randy Black
Preparation Breeds Courage, Part 3: Preparation Shapes Character
À propos de ce podcast
Shooting It Straight! is a podcast where life lessons and motivation come together. Originally hosted by the late coaching legend Jim Clayton and educator/tech specialist Randy Black, the show now features Elizabeth Clayton stepping in to continue Jim’s legacy. Each episode offers practical insights and inspiring stories—helping you Believe, Achieve, and Motivate. From personal growth to overcoming challenges, Randy and Elizabeth share authentic experiences, expert guests, and encouragement to keep you moving forward.
Épisodes
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- Preparation Breeds Courage, Part 3: Preparation Shapes Character · 29 min · Épisode 22In Episode 22 of Shooting It Straight, Randy Black continues the courage series by exploring a deeper dimension of preparation—how it shapes character over time. Preparation…
- Preparation Breeds Courage, Part 2: Behind the Scenes of Bravery · 27 min · Épisode 21In 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…
- Preparation Breeds Courage, Part 1: The Connection Between Preparation and Courage · 1 h 7 min · Épisode 20In 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…
- Courage is for the Hard Times · 1 h 11 min · Épisode 19In 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…
- Year-End Reflection: Straight Talk on Planning Your Best Year Yet · 1 h 5 min · Épisode 18As 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!…
- Resilience After Loss: Walking Through Grief Together · 1 h 28 min · Épisode 17In 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…
- What’s Next for Shooting It Straight!? · 1 h 34 min · Épisode 16Episode 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…
- Shooting It Straight! is Coming Back on January 5, 2026 · 4 minShooting 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…
- Trailer (New) · 1 minShooting 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…
- Tributes to a Coach: Believe Bigger, Achieve Louder, Motivate Stronger · 32 min · Épisode 15In 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…
- BAM, Son!: Believe, Achieve, Motivate—Remembering Coach Jim Clayton · 1 h 0 min · Épisode 14In 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…
- Honoring Coach Jim Clayton: A Life of Faith, Service, and Unshakable Encouragement · 13 min · Épisode 13In 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…
- The Myth of Multitasking: Why Less is More · 20 min · Épisode 12In 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…
- Tools vs. Habits: The Key to Lasting Productivity · 1 h 22 min · Épisode 11In 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…
- Overcoming Productivity Pitfalls: Mindset, Habits, and More · 1 h 0 min · Épisode 10In 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…
- Activity vs. Productivity: Are You Truly Achieving? · 1 h 23 min · Épisode 9In 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…
- The Role of Faith in Building Unbreakable Resilience · 1 h 7 min · Épisode 8In 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…
- Keep Going: Voices That Remind Us Why We Don’t Quit (Part 2) · 1 h 4 min · Épisode 7In 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…
- Keep Going: Voices That Remind Us Why We Don’t Quit (Part 1) · 59 min · Épisode 6In 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…
- Laughing Through Life’s Challenges: A Conversation with Brad Miller · 56 min · Épisode 5In 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”…







