Grady: I Played Basketball Barefoot and Got Kicked Out…Here’s Why! | DSH #1627

Basketball player and content creator Grady Feric comes on the podcast to discuss basketball, branding, and business. In this engaging episode, Grady dives into his journey from high school hoops to building his personal brand, collaborating with creators, and exploring new creative ventures in music and fashion. The conversation highlights his experiences in AAU basketball, his perspective on the sports industry, and his efforts to inspire the next generation through content creation. Grady shares candid stories about his upbringing, challenges in the sports hierarchy, and his vision for helping athletes maximize opportunities with platforms like Athlete Narrative. He also talks about his viral moments, the importance of authenticity, and his creative ambitions beyond basketball. With humor and insight, this episode is a must-watch for fans of basketball, entrepreneurship, and personal branding. 📘 What You’ll Learn 🏀 The story behind playing barefoot and going viral 😳 High school struggles, ADHD, and being the “fall guy” 🎯 How jump shots can literally pay the bills 🎥 The accidental path to viral videos and content creation 🌟 How to build purpose-driven content while growing your brand 👟 The highs and lows of basketball, fashion, and personal expression CHAPTERS: 00:00 - Grady Ferrell is a Vegas Local 01:01 - Grady Ferrell's High School Experience 06:34 - Grady Ferrell Played Without Shoes 07:39 - Grady Ferrell Can Dunk 10:32 - Grady Ferrell's Favorite Clothing Brand 11:22 - How Jaden Met His Roommates 15:12 - Jaden’s Current Focus 17:40 - Jaden’s Most Viral Video 19:04 - Jaden’s Beef with Cam Wilder 21:00 - Jaden’s New Business Venture 22:42 - 1v1 Basketball Challenges 26:40 - Scoring in an NBA Game 31:40 - Al Horford Trade to the Warriors 32:23 - LeBron's Championship Prospects 33:46 - LeBron vs. MJ Debate 39:13 - Steph Curry vs. Kobe Bryant 42:10 - Playing Professional Basketball 43:50 - YP's Closing Thoughts 44:30 - Outro 🎙️ APPLY OR CONNECT 👉 Apply to be on the podcast: https://www.digitalsocialhour.com/application 📩 Business inquiries / sponsors: jenna@digitalsocialhour.com 👤 GUEST: GRADY — https://www.instagram.com/gradyferrick/? 💼 SPONSORS QUINCE: https://quince.com/ds 🥗 Fuel your health with Viome: https://buy.viome.com/SEAN Use code “Sean” at checkout for a discount! 🎧 LISTEN ON 🍏 Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/digital-social-hour/id1676846015 🎵 Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/5Jn7LXarRlI8Hc0GtTn759 📸 Sean Kelly Instagram: @seanmikekelly ⚠️ DISCLAIMER The views and opinions expressed by guests on Digital Social Hour are solely those of the individuals appearing on the podcast and do not necessarily reflect the views or opinions of the host, Sean Kelly, or the Digital Social Hour team. While we encourage open and honest discussions, Sean Kelly is not legally responsible for any statements, claims, or opinions made by guests during the show. Listeners are encouraged to form their own opinions and seek professional advice where appropriate. The content shared is for entertainment and informational purposes only — it should not be taken as legal, medical, financial, or professional advice. We strive to present accurate and reliable information; however, we make no guarantees regarding its completeness or accuracy. The views expressed are solely those of the speakers and do not necessarily represent those of the producers or affiliates of this program. 🔥 Stay tuned for more episodes featuring top creators, founders, and innovators shaping the digital world! Keywords barefoot basketball, viral basketball video, NBA dreams, high school stories, ADHD challenges, jump shot pays bills, content creation, viral TikTok, basketball lifestyle, Grady Feric, coaching tips, AAU basketball, athlete branding #gradyferic #contentcreation #sportsmedia #sportsmedia #nbacontracts Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices