In this episode of Play Hard & Love Big Radio, Nick Clark sits down with AC Boise Goalkeeper Javier Garcia to discuss the grit, faith, and mindset required to succeed when the world tells you "no."

Javier is currently a record-holder for penalty saves in USL League One, but his journey to the professional net was anything but a highlight reel.

From being told he was too short to play in middle school to a college coach telling him he didn't have what it took to compete, Javier’s story is a masterclass in resilience. He shares the raw details of his career: from the moment he almost walked away from the game to find a "regular job" at a hardware store, to the phone call one week later that launched his professional career.

In this episode, we dive into:

The "Too Short" Label: How Javier turned his physical stature into a competitive advantage.

The Lowe's Prayer: Finding the strength to keep going when you are at your lowest point.

The Shoebox Moment: A moving look at the day Javier finally proved the doubters wrong to his family.

Penalty Kick Strategy: The mental game behind breaking the USL record for PK saves.

Building AC Boise: What it means to represent the Treasure Valley in a historic inaugural season.

Whether you are a youth athlete in Boise facing a setback, a parent supporting a dreamer, or anyone looking to turn adversity into fuel, Javier’s "unshakable" perspective is exactly what you need to hear.

Connect with us:

Experience Spotted Dog Yoga & SUP: spotteddogyoga.com

Follow AC Boise: acboise.com

Follw Javier Garcia: Instagram

In the middle of building a career, raising teenagers, and keeping up with the "hustle," it’s easy to feel like the person you used to be has gone missing. In this episode of Play Hard & Love Big Radio, host Nick Clark sits down with photographer and transformation coach Kimmy Danforth to discuss why true confidence has nothing to do with age or body type—and everything to do with how you choose to show up for yourself.

In this conversation, we explore:

• The "Whole-Ass People" Pivot: Wisdom on parenting teenagers and the art of guiding them without losing your mind.

• The Myth of Going It Alone: Why the "independent grind" is a trap and how the power of community actually saves us time.

• Reclaiming Your Narrative: How to shift from "people-pleasing" to living a life that feels authentic and vibrant.

• Practical Presence: Simple, daily rituals to ground yourself when life feels out of control.

Ready to rediscover your confidence or learn more about Kimmy’s transformational programs?

• Website: https://kimberlyannboudoir.com/

Brought to you by Spotted Dog Yoga & SUP. Play Hard. Love Big. Live Spotted.

“Discomfort isn’t a problem. It’s an opening.”

In this powerful installment of Fire Talks, Katie Clark (Co-Founder of Spotted Dog Yoga & SUP) gets incredibly raw about a terrifying week. When her 17-month-old son suffered an unexpected febrile seizure, Katie and her husband Nick were thrown into a world of uncertainty and panic. But as the crisis passed, the real work began: navigating the "aftershocks"—the lingering unsettledness that most of us try to outrun.

In this episode, Katie breaks down:

• The Anatomy of an Aftershock: Why we feel "off" even after the crisis is over, and why that’s actually a sign of integration.

• Yoga Off the Mat: How years of Baptiste Power Yoga practice provided the tools to stay grounded when the mind wanted to spin.

• Data vs. Danger: A perspective shift on why discomfort is actually "data" telling you exactly where your next level of growth is waiting.

• The Choice Point: How to recognize the moment you’re standing at an "opening" and choose the person you’re becoming over the person you used to be.

Whether you’re a parent navigating a scare, an entrepreneur facing a setback, or an athlete hitting a wall, this episode is a masterclass in staying present when life feels wobbly.

Keep the Fire Burning:⚡️ Sponsored by Kumquat Energy & Hydration—Stay fueled for the wild ride of life.🏝 Join us in Panama! Our Costa Rica retreat is SOLD OUT, but we are officially booking for the 2027 Panama Retreat. If you’re ready to untame your soul at the edge of the world, visit https://www.spotteddogyoga.com/retreats to claim your spot.

Follow Katie & Spotted Dog Yoga:https://www.instagram.com/spotteddogyoga_folsom/?hl=en