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Sports Spectrum Podcast

Launched in 2017 and now with over 5 million downloads, Sports Spectrum's podcast features stories on the intersection of sports and faith. Hosted by former ESPN Senior Producer Jason Romano, new conversations drop multiple times each week.
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Feb 19, 2021

William Gates is a former college basketball player who was featured in the Oscar-nominated documentary "Hoop Dreams" back in October 1994.

Gates was a member of St. Josephs High School in Chicago, where he played on the varsity team all four years under legendary coach Gene Pingatore. After being highly recruited by many of the top colleges in the country, Gates chose to play for Marquette and appeared in 80 games during his college basketball career with the Golden Eagles.

A few years later, Gates would enter Moody Bible Institute and train to become a pastor. Today, he's started a clothing line

On today's podcast, William Gates shares about his experience being on Hoop Dreams, what it's like to have your high school career documented on camera, the loss of his brother, playing basketball against Michael Jordan, his journey to Moody Bible Institute and living a life as a follower of Christ.

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If you enjoyed this podcast with William, we know you'll love these conversations as well:

Tony Bennett – Virginia Men’s Basketball Coach

- Michael Porter Sr - Coach and NBA Father

Feb 18, 2021

NASCAR driver Michael McDowell joins us fresh off of winning the 2021 Daytona 500.

Today on the podcast, Michael shares how the last few days have gone since winning the Great American Race, being patient in waiting 358 races to get his first career win, the quiet time he spent with God the morning of the Daytona 500 and preparing for another race just days removed from winning NASCAR's biggest race.

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If you enjoyed this podcast with Michael, we know you'll love these conversations as well:

- Michael McDowell from 2019

- Donnie Floyd, NASCAR chaplain

Feb 17, 2021

Jed Morris is a minor league hitting instructor with the San Diego Padres. He was selected in the 36th round of the 2002 MLB Amateur Draft by the Oakland A's. His minor league baseball journey took him to as high as AAA in 2005, with stops in Midland, Modesto, Sacramento, Vancouver, Stockton, and Lancaster, PA.

During his college baseball career at the University of Nebraska, Jed was the 2002 Big 12 Player of the Year and played in back to back College World Series. He would also serve as a college baseball coach, leading Eastern University's baseball club from 2013-2018.

In 2006, his baseball career was placed on pause as Jed was diagnosed with acute lymphocytic leukemia and underwent six rounds of chemotherapy.

Today on the podcast, we hear Jed's incredible story of overcoming cancer, clinging to his faith during difficult moments, the transition from playing to coaching, his amazing experience in a AAA game and how his purpose in baseball has changed.

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If you enjoyed this episode with Jed, we know you'll love these conversations as well:

- Sal Giardina - Pro Baseball Player

- Tony Beasley - Texas Rangers Coach

Feb 15, 2021

Luke McCown played quarterback in the NFL from 2004-2016. He was selected in the fourth round of the 2004 NFL Draft by the Cleveland Browns. His 12-year career was spent with the Browns, Buccaneers, Jaguars, Saints and Falcons. 

In 2017, he was inducted into the Louisiana Tech Athletics Hall of Fame. His brother Josh is a longtime NFL quarterback and his brother Randy played QB at Texas A&M. 

Today on the podcast, Luke shares incredible stories of playing with Drew Brees, his first ever NFL start against Tom Brady, baptizing teammates in New Orleans and the importance of keeping Christ at the center of his life. 

Check out Katy McCown's new book "She Smiles Without Fear."

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If you enjoyed this podcast with Luke, we know you'll listening to these conversations as well:

-Thomas Morestead, Saints Punter from July 2020

-Demario Davis – New Orleans Saints Linebacker from March 2020

Feb 13, 2021

Daniel Fusco is the lead pastor of Crossroads Community Church in Vancouver, WA and Portland, OR. 

His new book "Crazy Happy: 9 Surprising Ways to Live the Truly Beautiful Life" releases Feb. 16, 2021. His radio program, Jesus is Real Radio, is broadcast across the country, and his TV show, Real with Daniel Fusco, is aired weekly on the Hillsong Channel. 

You can keep tabs on Daniel at his website: DanielFusco.com

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If you enjoyed this podcast with Daniel, we know you'll love these conversations as well:

- Tim Johnson - Super Bowl Champion Pastor

- Scott Sauls - Pastor/Author

Feb 12, 2021

Aric Almirola is a race car driver on the NASCAR Cup Series driving the No. 10 car with Stewart-Haas Racing. Aric began racing nationally at the age of 14 and made his NASCAR debut in the NASCAR Sun Belt Weekly Racing Division in 2002 and finished second in Rookie of the Year standings that year. 

Following in the footsteps of his grandfather Sam Rodriguez, who was a dirt sprint car driver, Aric has driven in NASCAR's Truck Series, Xfinity Series and currently with the Sprint Cup Series. His first career win came in 2014 at the Coke Zero 400 in the Sprint Cup Series. In 2018, he had his best finish in the Cup Series placing 5th overall. 

Today on the podcast, we talk to Aric about his journey of racing, his testimony of faith in Jesus, living that faith out as a NASCAR driver and what its like to drive in the Daytona 500. 

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If you enjoyed this podcast, we know you'll love these conversations as well:

Michael McDowell - NASCAR Driver

Mike Metcalf - NASCAR Pit-Crew Coach

Feb 10, 2021

Grant Olson is North Dakota State's linebackers coach. His wife Amy is a professional golfer on the LPGA tour. Both attended college at North Dakota State where Amy was the Summit League Golfer of the Year and won an NCAA record 20 collegiate events. Grant was a three-time FCS national champion for the Bison during his playing career from 2010-2013. He made a single-game record 29 tackles in a 2012 playoff victory over Wofford College and was an Associated Press All-American in 2013. 

In December, Amy finished tied for second at the U.S. Women's Open at 2-under-par, just one stroke behind winner A Lim Kim. It marked Olson's second runner-up finish at a major tournament. 

Today on the podcast, Grant and Amy share their story of faith, football, golf and marriage. The Olson's also share how they met, the importance of faith in their marriage, and how they were able to grieve and move forward after Grant's father passed suddenly of a heart attack in December 2020.

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If you enjoyed this episode with Grant and Amy, we know you'll love these conversations as well:

Molly McManamie - NFL Player Agent

'TABLE FORTY' PODCAST: Rickie and Allison Fowler 

Feb 8, 2021

Benjamin Watson is a former NFL tight end, Jon Kitna is a former NFL quarterback and Eric Boles is a former NFL wide receiver. 

Today on the podcast, Benjamin Watson interviews Jon and Eric on racial justice, reconciliation and the Gospel of Jesus Christ. 

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If you enjoyed this podcast with Benjamin, Jon and Eric, you'll love these conversations as well. 

Emmanuel Acho - Uncomfortable Conversations with a Black Man

Anquan Boldin - Former NFL Wide Receiver

Feb 7, 2021

Gerald McCoy has played 11 years in the NFL. Selected as the third overall pick in the 2010 NFL Draft by the Buccaneers, McCoy would play nine seasons in Tampa, being named to six Pro Bowls and earning First-Team All-Pro honors three times.

In 2019, he played with the Carolina Panthers and in 2020, was a member of the Dallas Cowboys before an injury he suffered in training camp ended his season before it started.

Today on the show, we talk to Gerald McCoy about watching his former team in the Super Bowl, not staying bitter, trusting in God during setbacks and why what we say and how we say it matters in building others up.

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If you enjoyed this podcast with Gerald, we know you'll love these conversations as well:

- Darren Woodson, 3-time Super Bowl Champion

- David Tyree, N.Y. Giants Super Bowl Hero 

Feb 6, 2021

Jordy Nelson played 11 seasons in the NFL with the Packers and Raiders. He was selected in the 2nd round of the 2008 NFL Draft by Green Bay and played 10 seasons with the Packers from 2008-2017. He finished his career in 2018 with the Raiders and retired in March of 2019.

10 years ago, Jordy caught 9 passes for 140 yards and a touchdown to help Green Bay beat Pittsburgh 31-25 to win Super Bowl XLV. 

Today on the podcast, we talk to Jordy about his Super Bowl experience 10 years ago, shining on the biggest stage, his thoughts on this year's Super Bowl, how he lives out his faith each day and his work with Compassion International's Fill the Stadium initiative. 

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If you enjoyed this podcast with Jordy, we know you'll love these conversations as well:

-Bill Curry from December 2019

-Inky Johnson from May 2018

Feb 5, 2021

Pro Football Hall of Fame QB Kurt Warner is our guest today to talk about his experience winning Super Bowl XXXIV MVP and the memorable experience of playing in three Super Bowls with the Rams and Cardinals. 

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If you enjoyed this episode with Nick we know you'll love these conversations as well:

Kevin Nickerson, Rams Team Chaplain

Isaac Bruce, Former Rams Wide Receiver

Feb 5, 2021

Marcellus Casey is the team chaplain of the Kansas City Chiefs. 

On this episode of the podcast, we talk to Marcellus about the chapel services lessons he's taught to members of the Chiefs during the 2020 season and why prayer has become a vital part of the team chapel gatherings once again during the 2020 playoff run to the Super Bowl. 

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If you enjoyed this podcast with Marcellus, we know you'll love these conversations as well:

- Anthony Sherman - Kansas City Chiefs Fullback

- Stefen Wisniewski - Kansas City Chiefs Offensive Lineman

Feb 4, 2021

Nick Foles is our guest today to talk about his Super Bowl LII experience in winning the MVP and leading the Eagles to their first ever Super Bowl title beating the Patriots 41-33 on February 4, 2018. 

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If you enjoyed this episode with Nick we know you'll love these conversations as well:

Randy Alcorn, New York Times Bestselling Author 

Andy Mineo and Trey Burton 

Feb 4, 2021

Ryan Succop is the kicker for the NFC Champion Tampa Bay Buccaneers. He was selected as Mr. Irrelevant, the last pick of the 2009 NFL Draft by the Kansas City Chiefs. On Sunday, he'll face his former team in Super Bowl LV. 

Today on the podcast, Ryan shares what it's like getting ready to play in a home Super Bowl, kicking clutch field goals at Lambeau Field, the prayer he says before each kick, how God guided his steps in signing with Tampa back in September and how his wife Paige is the real MVP. 

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If you enjoyed this podcast with Ryan, you'll love these conversations too:

- Ryan Succop from May 2019

- Nick Foles – Super Bowl MVP from July 2018

 

Feb 3, 2021

Matthew Slater is a 9-time Pro Bowl Special Teams ace with the New England Patriots. He's played in five Super Bowls, winning three in his 13 NFL seasons. 

The five-time First-Team All-Pro shares his Super Bowl memories with us here on the show. 

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If you enjoyed this podcast with Matthew, we know you'll love these conversations as well. 

Devin and Jason McCourty, Patriots Super Bowl Champions

Jon Gordon, Power of a Positive Team

 

Feb 3, 2021

Preparing for his third Super Bowl in four years, Kansas City Chiefs offensive lineman Stefen Wisniewski joins us to talk about preparing to start in another Super Bowl, the crazy road that has brought him to this moment in 2021, spending time with God during the NFL season, and the prayer he hopes to pray before walking out of the tunnel at Super Bowl LV. 

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If you enjoyed this podcast with Stefen, we know you'll love these conversations as well:

- Anthony Sherman - Kansas City Chiefs Fullback

- David Tyree, N.Y. Giants Super Bowl Hero 

Feb 2, 2021

FOX Sports NFL Analyst Mark Schlereth is a three-time Super Bowl champion with Washington and Denver and he joins us today to talk about his Super Bowl experiences from the 1991, 1997 and 1998 seasons. 

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If you enjoyed this episode with Nick we know you'll love these conversations as well:

Mark Schlereth 2018 Interview 

Daniel and Bree Schlereth (Baseball and Faith)

 

Feb 2, 2021

Clyde Christensen is the quarterbacks coach for the Tampa Bay Buccaneers. In coaching Tom Brady in 2020, he helped Tampa to the NFC Championship and a trip to Super Bowl LV. This will be Clyde's third Super Bowl appearance as a coach, having helped the Indianapolis Colts and Peyton Manning to Super Bowl XLI in 2006 and Super Bowl XLIV in 2009.

On today's podcast, we talk to Clyde Christensen about his relationship with Tom Brady, winning the NFC Championship, headed to his third Super Bowl, going through the Bible with his fellow coaches this year, and how God is moving in his life right now.

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If you enjoyed this podcast with Clyde, we know you'll love these conversations as well:

-Clyde Christensen from 2018

-Tony Dungy from 2019

Feb 1, 2021

Matthew Hasselbeck played 15 seasons in the NFL with the Packers, Seahawks, Titans and Colts. The 3-time Pro Bowler led Seattle to their first ever Super Bowl berth in 2005 against the Pittsburgh Steeelers. 

Today on the podcast, we talk to Matthew Hasselbeck about his Super Bowl XL experience. 

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If you enjoyed this episode with Matthew we know you'll love these conversations as well:

Episode 336 - Matt Forte and Justin Forsett

Episode 280 - Nate and Lexi Solder

Feb 1, 2021

Preparing for his second straight Super Bowl, Kansas City Chiefs fullback Anthony Sherman joins us to talk about winning another AFC championship, the nickname that coach Andy Reid gave him, getting Covid midway through the year, what the Lord taught him during that time in quarantine and how faith has played a large role in his life this season. 

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If you enjoyed this podcast with Clyde, we know you'll love these conversations as well:

- Anthony Sherman from 2020

- Tony Dungy from 2019

Jan 31, 2021

Eric Wood played nine seasons in the NFL with the Buffalo Bills from 2009-2017. He was selected in the first round of the 2009 NFL Draft by Buffalo and would become a staple on the offensive line, starting all 120 games that he participated in. 

The former Louisville alum was selected to the Pro Bowl in 2015 and was a part of the Bills team in 2017 that won nine games and ended an 18-year playoff drought.

After retiring because of an injury in 2018, Wood moved into the broadcasting arena and is currently a football analyst with the ACC Network and part of the Buffalo Bills radio team. He also is the host of the "What's Next with Eric Wood" podcast. 

Today on the show, Eric shares his love for Bills Mafia, the adjustment into retirement, being a broadcaster, giving his life to Christ in 2012 and the difficulty of playing the Center position in the NFL. 

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If you enjoyed this episode with Vernon, we know you'll love these conversations as well:

Lorenzo Alexander - Former NFL Linebacker

Troy Vincent, NFL VP of Football Operations

Jan 30, 2021

New York Giants offensive lineman and two-time Super Bowl champion Nate Solder joins Brock Huard to talk about stepping away from football in 2020, the health of his son Hudson and his desire to serve God and others through Compassion International. 

You can watch the entire Sports Spectrum Football Special with Tony Dungy, Brock Huard and Nate Solder: https://sportsspectrum.com/sport/football/2021/01/05/watch-sports-spectrum-football-special-3/ 

You can learn more about joining Compassion and Pro Athletes in releasing children from poverty: http://FilltheStadium.com 

You can order Football Sunday 2021 for your church by visiting http://FootballSunday.com

Jan 29, 2021

Annie F. Downs is a bestselling author, sought-after speaker, and successful podcast host based in Nashville, Tennessee.

Annie is the host of the popular "That Sounds Fun" podcast and has written multiple  bestselling books including: 100 Days to Brave and Remember God. Her latest book, "That Sounds Fun" releases February 2, 2021. 

On today's episode, we talk to Annie about her new book, the most nervous she's ever been for an interview, her love for Georgia Football, her friendship with former Titans linebacker Tim Shaw and the importance of discernment and saying no when necessary. 

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If you enjoyed this episode with Annie, we know you'll love these conversations as well:

Molly McManamie - NFL Player Agent

Kelli Masters - NFL Player Agent

Jan 28, 2021

The Tampa Bay Buccaneers are NFC champions and preparing to face the Kansas City Chiefs in Super Bowl LV on February 7. 

Tampa's punter Bradley Pinion joins us on the podcast today to talk about beating the Packers to go to the Super Bowl, the peace he's felt from the Lord all season, preparing for the biggest game of his life, and how he stayed connected to God during this season. 

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If you liked this episode with Bradley, you'll love these conversations as well:

Bradley Pinion from August 2019

Ryan Succop from June 2019

Jan 27, 2021

Ben Higgins is best known from season 20 of ABC's his series, "The Bachelor." The show led to an enhanced social media platform that he now uses to share what he is most passionate about with others -- his faith, his hope for humanity, and his love of sports. 

In 2017 Ben co-founded Generous International, a for-purpose company dedicated to contributing profits to social issues around the world. In February 2021, Higgins released his first book "Alone in Plain Sight: Searching for Connection When You're Seen but not Known."

On today's podcast, we talk to Ben Higgins about growing up in Indiana and his love for basketball, his favorite sports memory at IU with the Hoosiers, releasing his first book, how he handled fame and celebrity, and the importance of staying grounded in his faith. 

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If you enjoyed this episode with Ben, we know you'll love these conversations as well:

Episode 20 - Louie Giglio (Pastor/Author)

Episode 480 - Tom Allen (Indiana Head Football Coach)

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