The Fundamentals with David Robinson(s)

The Fundamentals with David Robinson(s) is a podcast from Geekdom Media and hosted by the NBA Hall of Famer himself, David Robinson and his son David Jr. The life and principles of George Washington Carver and some foundational rules to live by; based upon Faith, Service, Leadership, Integrity, Discipline and Initiative became the driving force behind creating The IDEA Carver Academy, a public charter in San Antonio, Texas. The school was founded by David and his wife in 2001 and has been helping the revitalization of the East side in San Antonio and sending 100% of graduates to college.

“If you do the common things in an uncommon way, you will command the attention of the world.”  — George Washington Carver.

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David Robinson speaks on the life, works and teachings of George Washington Carver; how his own life and family have been influenced and shaped by the principals and fundamentals that Carver lived by. George Washington Carver was an agricultural scientist and inventor, a professor at Tuskegee Institute and helped shape the farming industry in the American South. George promoted techniques to prevent soil depletion and the use of alternative crops like peanuts and sweet potatoes. George Washington Carver lived in an age of high racial tension, yet he received praise and recognition in both white and black communities, including honors from the NAACP.

“He could have added fortune to fame, but caring for neither, he found happiness and honor in being helpful to the world.”  — From the gravestone of George Washington Carver.

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David Robinson and son, David Jr. speak on Faith; one of the most important pillars of The Fundamentals. Faith is the substance of what we hope for, but the evidence of those things we cannot see, faith is a goal, faith is a vision. David wants kids at Carver Academy to understand faith, their motivations and what they need to have faith in. Everything else changes, shifts and moves, the one thing that never changes is faith, it’s the one thing that keeps you grounded and focused, faith is your baseline.

“Pound the Rock, you can strike a rock 99 times and nothing changes, but on the 100th hit, that rock cracks into a million pieces.”  — Gregg Popovich.

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The David Robinson(s) talk about the fundamental pillar of Service. Why every person should think about and understand the impact of service and work to incorporate service into their everyday life decisions and philosophy. David states that service is the cost of you living, service gives you the right perspective, sets a good example, impacts and costs you something. David also wants you to understand your own resources and know that service is an elected activity.

“I will not give to the lord that which cost me nothing.” — King David.

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David Robinson and son, David Jr. speak on Leadership; ideas, vision, preparedness, the ability to go somewhere and take others with you is what makes for a great leader. Skill set, fortitude and character are necessary, but first you must be the servant. You don’t become a leader because you want to be one, you become a leader because people want to follow you. Leadership is not something you claim, it’s something that is given to you. Leaders have a great responsibility and there are no shortcuts, the captain always goes down with the ship.

“Whoever wants to be first among you, must be your servant.”  — The Book of Matthew.

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The David Robinson(s) talk about the fundamental pillar of Integrity, David gives some examples of great persons of integrity, examples that he learned from throughout his career in the NBA. David Jr. contemplates the impact of technology and the impact of a lack of integrity. David maintains that integrity is trust, keeping your word, standing your ground and facing challenges. Integrity does not equal success but is integral to your future and your legacy.

“The man of integrity walks securely.”  — The Book of Proverbs.

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David Robinson and son, David Jr. speak on the fundamental pillar of Discipline. This is a tough subject, we love the idea of discipline but hate the actual practice of it. Discipline takes away some freedoms but in the end can produce something very special for us. Discipline is self control and respecting boundaries, but its a key element for growth and achievement. Discipline allows you to create success, build on wisdom and experience, it’s not a punishment, it’s a sacrifice.

“The fear of the Lord is the beginning of wisdom, fools despise discipline.”  — The Book of Proverbs.

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The David Robinson(s) talk about the fundamental pillar of Initiative; witnessing needs or problems, and then solving without anyone asking you to do so. initiative defines you, initiative is freedom and opportunity, initiative is making a difference. David founded the Carver Academy after visiting with inner city high school students and discovered that “just say no to drugs” was not addressing the problems. He came home with the goal to show students that education was the low hanging fruit, his mission was to teach students that their initiative equals opportunity by showing them his initiative.

“Education is the key to unlock the golden door of freedom.”  — George Washington Carver.

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