Shaq Opens Up About His Divorce & His Only Regrets: Penny Hardaway & Kobe Bryant | The Pivot Podcast
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Shaquille O’Neal opens up about his divorce, relationship with Penny Hardaway and what really went on between him and Kobe Bryant in a rare look back into his life as he shares with the guys what keeps him up at night.
For the most part, Shaq says how he’s lived life his way but as he’s become older, he looks back with a couple of regrets, the main one being his divorce and the other never reaching out to Kobe after they finished playing together.
As Ryan leads the conversation about family and all of them making mistakes at one point or another over the years- the men discuss the point of coming to a realization that sometimes mistakes become decisions that can be difficult to come back from. The conversation takes a somber tone as Shaq shares how he is to blame for his marriage ending and the struggles he faced after not having his family with him everyday.
Channing lightens the mood, by talking shit with Shaq about his reputation of missing free throws, his eyes being close together and can’t resist asking about the sexual challenges Shaq faces by being such a large human and curious to how it all goes down.
Fred gets into the basketball conversation with Shaq and the guys take a trip down memory lane of how his career played out and what he would have done differently if given the chance.
Being transparent about his playing days with the Magic his move to LA and then to Miami, Shaq shares how he believes Penny Hardaway was Kobe Bryant before Kobe was Kobe. “If Penny didn’t get hurt, he would have been one of the top 3 players in the history of game” Shaq says.
Losing his sister unexpectedly and then dealing with the death of Kobe, Shaq regrets not picking up the phone and has no excuse but shares the lesson- we are never too busy to make a call.
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All Comments (21)
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"As you get older you realize it was choices not mistakes..." I FELT THAT !
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Shaq really is a man of the people. He literally made affordable shoes for kids man!!! People didn’t appreciate that enough.
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Shaq is a national treasure. He has such a kind soul.
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Do NOT disrespect Penny ever!! Thank you Shaq for standing up for him😍
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My daughters and I randomly met Shaq years ago when they were little. My youngest daughter ran up to him and introduced herself. Shaq was amused that they didn’t know him for Basketball but from the Goodburger movie!😂😂😂 Shaq picked her up and gave her a huge hug! Truly a class act!!! Thank you Sir for being so gracious!!
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I ran into Shaq in the Bahamas with my wife and three kids and he took a picture with my kids. He was just walking around chillin and talking to everyone. The guy is so genuine and down to earth. Once again The Pivot has delivered.
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I remember Shaquille when he was 14 yrs old on Ft. Sam Houston and his father Drill Sergeant Phil, his father walking through post dropping troops all over the post...lol. His dad was a great man to all the kids in the community. I am so proud to know that this young man. His dad really loved him and he cared. Congrats Shaquille you've succeeded..
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The dynamic between Shaq and Channing is HILARIOUS they need to bring back shack repeatedly 😂😂😂
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It’s huge to hear Shaq take responsibility of him being wrong in his marriage. Takes a real man to be accountable of his actions and not play the blame game. Shoutout to growth.
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It is refreshing to hear Shaq refuse to refer to the mothers of his children as "Baby Mamas." He's also an excellent example of a son who listens to the wisdom of a man who raised him as his own son. He could have easily used the cop-out "You're not my father!" He would have missed out on his purpose.
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I met Shaq a few years ago. Most people see how generous he is. Hanging out money and gifts. He gave me the most incredible thing... 5 minutes of his time. He is simply incredible. Thank you Shaq for leading continuing to leave behind a legacy!
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When Shaq spoke on his step dad I felt that , my step dad raised me much like shaqs stepdad , didn’t always do things right at times but I respect the hell out of him for teaching me respect , discipline and being a family man. !!
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“If more people acted how we’re acting right now, the world would be a better place!” - Shaq 💯
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This podcast will soon be in the top tiers of podcasts.
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This man has such emotional maturity. Especially considering his fame and success. Respect to Shaq!
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This was the most important and inspiring podcast I’ve ever watched. Looking at my son and my wife… and I’ve realized I’ve been wasting time. I want to give them the world.
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SHAQ is a true example of humility. Respect to The Pivot Podcast.
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What Shaq said about his ex wife, I can truly say he is a real man.
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I love Shaq personally. He is funny but serious. He admires his mother. Family-oriented, disciplined. Holds himself accountable for his decision, great father, giving and he is an great example of a athlete.
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That part when he's talking about waking up to an empty house no kids no one there. Damn that one is tough! it makes you really take a seat back & just think about life and how we take those moments with our family for granted.
