Best Dameon R. Smith Podcasts (2025)

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Thanksgiving, Family Drama & One More Scoop of Mac & Cheese 13:16

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10d ago13:16

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Thanksgiving ain’t always peaceful — sometimes it’s work potlucks with questionable food, siblings acting wild, and family conversations that belong on Pay-Per-View. 😅 In this episode of The Backyard Pull-Up, Smitty breaks down the REAL Thanksgiving: 🍗 Work potluck disasters — who really cooked that? 😳 Family drama & “don’t embarrass me in front of…

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Moving Day Ain’t No Joke — Funny Stories, Military Life & Real Lessons 11:40

20d ago11:40

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Funny moving stories. Military life. Back pain after 35. This episode breaks down why moving day hits different at every age — childhood, your 20s, and especially over 35 when your back starts filing a VA claim. > I’m Smitty — a Navy Chief who’s moved from Cleveland to Norfolk to overseas deployments. Every move taught me something about stress, gr…

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The Backyard Pull-Up — Deployment, Culture & Real-Life Comeback 1:18

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Three years gone — but real life never stopped. The Backyard Pull-Up is back, and this season we’re talking about: • deployment stories & military life 🫡 • relationships & real-life struggles ❤️ • culture & current events 🌍 • lessons learned the hard way 📉 • laughs when life gets crazy 🤦🏽‍♂️ I’m Smitty — a Navy Chief who’s seen life from Cleveland …

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NBA Chaos & Comebacks — Ja, Curry, Zion | Backyard Pull-Up 1:26:02

1M ago1:26:02

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The NBA is wild again — but this ain’t just stats and scores. This is culture, comedy, and real-life lessons from the league that runs the world. 🌍 After three years away — The Backyard Pull-Up is BACK with a new energy and global mindset. In this comeback episode, we break down: 🧠 Ja Morant — redemption arc or crash course? 💍 Steph & Ayesha Curry …

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Two Distant Strangers Breakdown | Real Talk on Race, Fear & Justice 12:41

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How Author Nichole Nichole Built Her Dream 🌍 | Poetry, Purpose & Business from the Heart 47:31

3+ y ago47:31

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This one’s for the dreamers, the doers, and the creators. ✍🏽 In this episode of The Backyard Pull-Up, I sit down with Nichole Nichole — indie author, poet, blogger, and entrepreneur — who’s building her brand and inspiring others to chase purpose over perfection. We talk about: 💡 How she turned her creativity into a business. 📝 The grind behind wri…

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The 5AM Shift 🌅 | How Waking Up Early Changed My Mind, My Grind & My Life 10:51

3+ y ago10:51

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It started with one alarm — and changed everything. I used to hit snooze, wake up late, and chase the day instead of leading it. But when I started waking up early, my focus, mindset, and peace of mind completely shifted. In this episode of The Backyard Pull-Up, I break down what I call The 5AM Shift — how getting up early helped me: 🌅 Build real d…

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LeBron, Curry & the Wildest NBA Playoff Fans 🌍 | Real Hoops Talk from the Backyard 1:13:50

3+ y ago1:13:50

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Season 2, Episode 1 – NBA Playoffs Chaos: The Wildest Fans & Backyard Hoops Talk We’re kicking off Season 2 in the backyard with NBA playoff madness! My cousin Joe is back, and we’re breaking down everything from LeBron’s latest run to the wildest fans in the game—and debating who’s really built for playoff pressure. Expect barbershop-level debates…

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The Fight Within 💭 | Breaking the Stigma Around Military & Mental Health Worldwide 1:03:33

3+ y ago1:03:33

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This one’s personal — and powerful. In this episode of The Backyard Pull-Up, I sit down with HM1 Delyn Scott, a Navy Corpsman, to have the kind of conversation too many service members avoid — mental health in the military. 🧠 The Fight Within: What it really feels like to stay strong when your mind is at war. 💬 Breaking the Silence: How stigma keep…

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The Backyard Pull-Up w/ Smitty — Real Stories, Military Life, Culture & Growth 0:52

3+ y ago0:52

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Real stories. Military life. Culture. Growth. The Backyard Pull-Up is a global podcast where real people talk about real life from mental health and relationships to funny life stories and lessons learned the hard way. > I’m Smitty a Navy Chief who’s seen life from the block to the base and beyond. No cap, no filters just authentic stories that mak…

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Zay Saint 🎤 | From St. Louis Hustle to Global Hip-Hop Grind 1:07:15

3+ y ago1:07:15

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From the streets of St. Louis to stages around the world — meet Zay Saint. In this Backyard Pull-Up Season 1 finale, we’re talking music, mindset, and the meaning of hustle. Zay Saint, a 27-year-old artist and entrepreneur, shares his journey of turning setbacks into songs and ambition into opportunity. 🎤 How he built his brand from scratch in a co…

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The Day a Bully Took My Lunch Money 😤 | A Funny but Real Story About Confidence & Comebacks 25:18

3+ y ago25:18

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Ever had a moment that embarrassed you but ended up shaping who you are? In this storytime episode of The Backyard Pull-Up, I’m taking it back to middle school — bad fits, hand-me-downs, and that one bully who tried me. It’s a funny, honest, and real look at how one fight for respect turned into a lifelong lesson about confidence, resilience, and s…

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Jay-Z’s Top 5 Albums 🔥 | Hustle, Confidence & What Every Man (and Woman) Can Learn 20:30

3+ y ago20:30

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What can Jay-Z teach us about winning in life? In this episode of The Backyard Pull-Up, we blend hip-hop, hustle, and real growth — breaking down what confidence really looks like. 🎶 Jay-Z’s Top 5 Albums Ranked: My list of Hov’s best projects and what each one teaches about vision, discipline, and legacy. 👔 Men’s Must-Haves: Simple upgrades — from …

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DMX, Tom Ford & The Power of Real Confidence 🌍 | Faith, Style & Culture Talk 26:43

3+ y ago26:43

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Legacy. Style. Confidence. In this episode of The Backyard Pull-Up, we’re celebrating the real — from the streets to the spotlight. 🎤 DMX Tribute: Beyond the music and the madness — his honesty, faith, and what he taught us about being real in a fake world. 👔 Tom Ford Style Rules: Dressing well isn’t ego — it’s energy. Practical tips for men to lea…

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31 Life Habits 🌍 | Real Ways to Level Up Your Mind & Mood 23:19

3+ y ago23:19

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Season 1, Episode 5 – 31 Ways to Change Your Life Today Ready to level up but not sure where to start? In this episode of The Backyard Pull-Up, I’m sharing 31 simple, real-world changes that can help you: Build better habits and routines. Boost your confidence and mindset. Take small steps toward becoming your best self. This isn’t about being perf…

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From Basic to Boss 🌍 | Style, Grooming & Confidence for Real Men 28:11

3+ y ago28:11

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Want to level up your look and confidence — without losing your edge? In this episode of The Backyard Pull-Up, we’re breaking down what it really takes to go from basic to boss — not just in style, but in mindset. 💈 Style upgrades that turn heads without draining your wallet. 🕶️ Grooming, cologne, and presence — because confidence starts before you…

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Meet Smitty 🔥 | The Real Story Behind The Backyard Pull-Up Podcast 17:34

3+ y ago17:34

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Every voice has a story — here’s mine. I’m Smitty, creator of The Backyard Pull-Up, and this episode is where it all begins. From growing up in Cleveland to leading and learning through life, this is the story that shaped my voice, my vision, and this podcast. 🎙️ I talk about: – Why I started The Backyard Pull-Up and what makes it different. – How …

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Kirk Franklin vs His Son 😳 | Stimmy Money & Coming 2 America Reactions 16:53

4y ago16:53

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Season 1, Episode 2 — The Backyard Pull-Up is getting real this week! 🔥 Kirk Franklin vs. his son: Was he out of line, or just a dad keeping it real? 💸 Stimmy checks: Are we saving, splurging, or supporting the small businesses that keep the block moving? 🎬 Coming 2 America: Eddie Murphy’s comeback — classic vibes or comedy flop? This ain’t your av…

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Dunk of the Year Debate 🔥 | NBA All-Star 2021 Rewind & Global Hoop Talk 58:02

4y ago58:02

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Season 1, Episode 1 — Welcome to The Backyard Pull-Up! We’re kicking things off with pure basketball energy and unfiltered opinions. My cousin and I dive into every question hoop fans argue about: 🏀 Who really won Dunk of the Year? 🌟 Did the 2021 NBA All-Star picks get it right — or did politics play a role? 💯 Which underrated players deserve way m…

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15 Real-Life Tips to Level Up (No Fluff, Just Results) 23:35

4y ago23:35

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This isn’t about New Year hype — it’s about real change. In this episode of The Backyard Pull-Up, I’m sharing 15 real-life tips that helped me sharpen my mindset, my habits, and my peace — tips you can apply right now to level up in life, work, faith, and relationships. 💡 No fluff. Just experience, honesty, and growth. ✅ Tips for consistency, confi…

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I Can’t Swim 🌊 | The Funny, Real & Relentless Story of Not Giving Up 25:30

4y ago25:30

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I can’t swim — but that never stopped me from staying afloat. 🌊 In this episode of The Backyard Pull-Up, I’m sharing one of my funniest Navy moments that turned into one of the realest lessons of my life. It’s not about water — it’s about life, fear, and learning how to keep pushing even when you feel like you’re sinking. 💪 How to face fear when yo…

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The Backyard Pull-Up w/ Smitty – Real Stories, Comedy, Culture & Global Conversations | Season 2 1:16

4+ y ago1:16

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Season 2 of The Backyard Pull-Up w/ Smitty is here — bringing real stories, unfiltered comedy, global culture, mental health conversations, and lessons from everyday life. Hosted by Smitty — a Navy Chief, storyteller, and “pull-up and vibe” type of brother — this season expands from Cleveland to London, Lagos, Manila, and everywhere in between. Whe…