Sinopsis
Hosted by former ESPN Senior Producer Jason Romano, Sports Spectrum is an interview driven podcast that features stories on the intersection of sports and faith.
Episodios
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College basketball coaches panel on living on mission with an eternal mindset
14/06/2024 Duración: 43minToday’s podcast features a conversation that was recorded at the 2024 Final Four in Phoenix, Arizona in partnership with Uncommon Sports Group and features Florida State head basketball coach Leonard Hamilton, Coastal Carolina associate head coach Jayson Gee, Saint Joseph’s University Director of Basketball Operations Chris Flegler and Liberty University’s Chief of Staff Chelsea Mangino. Our discussion centers around living your faith out in the world of college basketball and what it looks like to coach on mission for Christ. Sign up for our Sports Spectrum Magazine and receive 15% off a 1-year subscription by using the code PODCAST15 http://SportsSpectrum.com/magazine Do you know Christ personally? Click here to learn how you can commit your life to Him.
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Daniel Carlson - Las Vegas Raiders kicker on unconditional love, kicking in the NFL and being all in on Jesus
12/06/2024 Duración: 34minDaniel Carlson is a two-time All-Pro kicker with the Las Vegas Raiders. He was originally selected in the 5th round of the 2018 NFL Draft by the Minnesota Vikings but after just two games played, he was released and picked up by the Raiders. In 2021, he led the NFL in field goals made with 40 and the next season, he set an NFL record for most 50+ yard field goals made in a season with 11. Today on the podcast, Daniel Carlson shares how Jesus is his foundation and the source of unconditional love in his life. Carlson also discusses his favorite moments in the NFL, including a game-winning kick that sent the Raiders to the playoffs as well as highlighting the passionate fan base of the Raiders and the joy of being a father to three children. Sign up for our Sports Spectrum Magazine and receive 15% off a 1-year subscription by using the code PODCAST15 http://SportsSpectrum.com/magazine Do you know Christ personally? Click here
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Adam LaRoche - Former MLB player on his work combatting human trafficking and partnering with Water Mission
10/06/2024 Duración: 45minAdam LaRoche played 12 seasons of Major League Baseball with the Braves, Pirates, Red Sox, Diamondbacks, Nationals and White Sox. He was originally selected in the 29th round of the 2000 MLB Draft by the Braves and made his MLB debut four years later in 2004. During his career, he accumulated 255 home runs and 1,452 hits. In 2012, he was the Gold Glove and Silver Slugger winner at first base in a season that saw him hit a career-high 33 home runs and 100 RBIs. Since retirement in 2016, LaRoche has been staying busy as a co-owner of Buck Commander with Chipper Jones, Luke Bryan, Jason Aldean and Willie Robertson. He’s also in law enforcement, having gone to the police academy to be deputized in Ft. Scott, Kansas. Today on the podcast, Adam LaRoche joins Jason and Scott to share about his involvement in countering human trafficking and their partnership with Water Mission. Adam shares stories of his experiences in Ukraine and the Dominican Republic, where he witnessed the devastating effects of trafficking a
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Alex Anzalone - Detroit Lions linebacker on trusting in God's plan, getting through painful moments and the fun 2023 season
07/06/2024 Duración: 28minAlex Anzalone is a linebacker with the Detroit Lions. He was selected in the third round of the 2017 NFL Draft by the New Orleans Saints and played four seasons there until signing with Detroit in 2021. In 2023, he has 129 tackles, 12 QB hits and 3 sacks in helping the Lions to a 12-5 record and a trip to the NFC Championship game. Today on the podcast, we talk to Alex Anzalone about his journey of faith and how it has impacted his life on and off the football field. He discusses finding his personal faith in college and the importance of trusting God in both happy and sad moments. Sign up for our Sports Spectrum Magazine and receive 15% off a 1-year subscription by using the code PODCAST15 http://SportsSpectrum.com/magazine Do you know Christ personally? Click here to learn how you can commit your life to Him.
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Hunter Armstrong - Olympic Gold Medal winning swimmer Hunter Armstrong on preparing for Paris 2024 and putting God first
05/06/2024 Duración: 48minHunter Armstrong is a swimmer for the United States who won Gold in the 2020 Summer Olympics in the 4 x 100 m medley. He is the world record holder in the long course 50 meter backstroke. At the 2022 World Aquatics Championships, he won a silver medal in the 50 meter backstroke, a bronze medal in the 100 meter backstroke, gold medals in the 4×100 meter freestyle relay and 4×100 meter mixed medley relay, and a silver medal in the 4×100 meter medley relay. Today on the podcast, we talk to Hunter Armstrong about his 2020 Olympic experience, his journey with Jesus and his preparation for the 2024 Olympics in Paris. Sign up for our Sports Spectrum Magazine and receive 15% off a 1-year subscription by using the code PODCAST15 http://SportsSpectrum.com/magazine Do you know Christ personally? Click here to learn how you can commit your life to Him.
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William Qualkinbush - Clemson broadcaster on his love of baseball, broadcasting as ministry and the grace of Jesus
03/06/2024 Duración: 46minWilliam Qualkinbush is radio host on 97.5 The Roar in Clemson, SC and serves as a play-by-play voice of Clemson baseball as well as women’s basketball. Today on the podcast, William shares about his faith journey, growing up in a Christian home, and his passion for sports and broadcasting. He emphasizes the importance of integrating faith into all aspects of life and using his platform to share the love of Christ. Qualkinbush shares stories of how he incorporates his faith into his work and how he strives to be a positive influence on young people. Sign up for our Sports Spectrum Magazine and receive 15% off a 1-year subscription by using the code PODCAST15 http://SportsSpectrum.com/magazine Do you know Christ personally? Click here to learn how you can commit your life to Him.
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Kobe Bryant stories and a Summer 2024 magazine preview with Sports Spectrum managing editor Jon Ackerman
01/06/2024 Duración: 12minToday on the podcast, Jon Ackerman, Sports Spectrum's Managing Editor joins the show to share a preview of the Summer 2024 Sports Spectrum magazine. Jon also shares about covering the 2008 Summer Olympics and his interaction with the late, great Kobe Bryant. Sign up for our Sports Spectrum Magazine and receive 15% off a 1-year subscription by using the code PODCAST15 http://SportsSpectrum.com/magazine Do you know Christ personally? Click here to learn how you can commit your life to Him.
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Zach Triner - Tampa Bay Buccaneers long snapper on his improbable journey to the NFL and reprioritizing his faith
31/05/2024 Duración: 46minZach Triner is the long snapper with the Tampa Bay Buccaneers. He played his college football at Assumption College (Division II) in Massachusetts as a defensive end and long snapper and went undrafted in the 2015 NFL Draft. After signing futures contracts and spending time on the Jets and Packers practice squads, Triner joined the Buccaneers in 2019 and is now entering his 6th season in 2024. Triner also is a Super Bowl champion, helping the Buccaneers to a title in the 2020 season. Today on the podcast, Zach Triner shares his improbable journey of making it to the NFL and the power of commitment, faith, and reprioritizing life. He recounts a divine encounter that led him to find direction and faith in California and eventually getting his big break with the Tampa Bay Buccaneers. Sign up for our Sports Spectrum Magazine and receive 15% off a 1-year subscription by using the code PODCAST15 http://SportsSpectrum.com/magazine Do you know Christ personally? Click
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Anna Hall - U.S. heptathlete on her Olympic dreams and growing in her faith
29/05/2024 Duración: 28minAnna Hall is a heptathlete competing for the United States. She won the silver medal in the heptathlon at the 2023 World Championships and the bronze medal at the 2022 World Championships. Hall is the North American indoor record holder for the pentathlon. In June 2024, she’ll compete at the U.S. Track and Field Olympic Trials with the hopes to represent the United States at the 2024 Summer Olympics in Paris. Today on the podcast, we talk to Anna Hall about her Olympic dream, how she became a heptathlete, growing in her faith and staying connected to God. Sign up for our Sports Spectrum Magazine and receive 15% off a 1-year subscription by using the code PODCAST15 http://SportsSpectrum.com/magazine Do you know Christ personally? Click here to learn how you can commit your life to Him.
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Daniel Thomas - Jaguars safety on overcoming injuries, gratitude and serving his teammates
27/05/2024 Duración: 41minDaniel Thomas is a safety with the Jacksonville Jaguars. He was selected in the fifth round of the 2020 NFL Draft by the Jaguars and recorded his first NFL interception later that year against the Pittsburgh Steelers and Ben Roethlisberger. Now entering year five, Thomas has played in 56 games with the Jags and signed a new one-year deal earlier this year. Today on the podcast, we talk to Daniel Thomas about living a life of gratitude, and importance of having a true relationship with Jesus. He also shares about the challenges he has faced in his career and how he stays connected to God amidst the pressures of the NFL. He highlights the importance of accountability and having a community of believers to support and encourage each other. Sign up for our Sports Spectrum Magazine and receive 15% off a 1-year subscription by using the code PODCAST15 http://SportsSpectrum.com/magazine Do you know Christ personally? Click here t
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Joe Jones - NFL linebacker on his improbable NFL journey, being a dad and using weakness as strength
24/05/2024 Duración: 50minJoe Jones is an NFL linebacker who has played six seasons with the Cowboys, Chargers, Seahawks and Broncos. He joins the podcast today to share his journey through the challenges and uncertainties of his football career. From a miserable rookie year in Dallas to finding joy in Seattle, Joe’s experiences have shaped his perspective on faith and perseverance. He discusses the impact of teammates on his faith and the importance of trusting God’s plan for his career. Joe also delves into his love for anime and the growing popularity of the genre. Through it all, he emphasizes the power of kindness and love in making a positive impact on others. Sign up for our Sports Spectrum Magazine and receive 15% off a 1-year subscription by using the code PODCAST15 http://SportsSpectrum.com/magazine Do you know Christ personally? Click here to learn how you can commit your life to Him.
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Antonio Daniels - Former NBA player and wife Sonia on life in the NBA, marriage, keeping Jesus at the center
22/05/2024 Duración: 42minAntonio Daniels played 12 years in the NBA with the Grizzlies, Spurs, Blazers, Sonics, Wizards, Hornets and the 76ers. Daniels won an NBA championship in 1999 with San Antonio. After retirement, Daniels went into broadcasting and is currently an analyst for New Orleans Pelicans broadcasts with Bally Sports. Today on the podcast, Antonio and his wife Sonia join the show to discuss the role of faith in their marriage and how it has transformed their lives. They emphasize the importance of having Christ at the center of their relationship and share about the challenges of transitioning from a career in the NBA and the importance of communication and vulnerability in marriage. Sign up for our Sports Spectrum Magazine and receive 15% off a 1-year subscription by using the code PODCAST15 http://SportsSpectrum.com/magazine Do you know Christ personally? Click here to learn how you can commit your life to Him.
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Benjamin Watson - Former NFL tight end on his trip to Kenya with Water Mission and Christ guiding his steps
20/05/2024 Duración: 36minBenjamin Watson played 16 seasons in the NFL with the Patriots, Browns, Saints and Ravens. He retired after the 2019 season with 547 career receptions and a Super Bowl championship. He is currently a college football analyst with the SEC Network and the vice president of strategic relationships with the Human Coalition. As a speaker and author, Watson has used his NFL platform to share the love of Jesus and speak up on issues including race, abortion and justice. His latest book, “The New Fight for Life,” releases in June 2023. On today’s podcast, former MLB pitcher Scott Linebrink joins Jason Romano to talk to Benjamin Watson about his recent trip to Kenya with Water Mission. Watson shares about the role of faith in his involvement with Water Mission and how they witnessed the presence of Jesus in the people they met. Sign up for our Sports Spectrum Magazine and receive 15% off a 1-year subscription by using the code PODCAST15 http://SportsSpectrum.com/magazine Do
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Marques Watson-Trent - Georgia Southern linebacker on keeping football in its proper place and playing free in Christ
17/05/2024 Duración: 28minMarques Watson-Trent is a college football linebacker w/ Georgia Southern. In 2023, he was an All-Sun Belt Conference first team and All-American Honorable Mention (Phil Steele). He started all 13 games last season and led the team in tackles with 122 and also contributed 3.5 sacks and 2 interceptions. Today on the podcast, Marques Watson-Trent shares about the importance of placing football in its proper place, using his platform the right way and what it means to play free. Sign up for our Sports Spectrum Magazine and receive 15% off a 1-year subscription by using the code PODCAST15 http://SportsSpectrum.com/magazine Do you know Christ personally? Click here to learn how you can commit your life to Him.
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John Small - East Coweta High School football coach on football as a teacher of life and being a glory reflector
15/05/2024 Duración: 31minJohn Small is a high school football coach for East Coweta High School in Sharpsburg, Georgia. His father, John Small was the Atlanta Falcons number one draft pick (12th overall) in the 1970 NFL Draft and played five seasons with the Falcons and Lions. His son began coaching in 1997 at the University of West Georgia but transitioned to high school in 1998 and has been coaching high school football since. From 2005-2017, Small was the head coach at South Gwinnett High School before transitioning to East Coweta in 2018. Over his 19 seasons as a head coach, Small has had multiple playoff appearances. Today on the podcast, we talk to coach John Small about the lessons he learned from his NFL playing dad, what it means to be a kingdom coach, why football is a cheat sheet for life and his desire to be a glory reflector. Sign up for our Sports Spectrum Magazine and receive 15% off a 1-year subscription by using the code PODCAST15 http://SportsSpectrum.com/magazine Do you know
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David Hess - Former MLB pitcher on battling cancer, overcoming fear and God's faithfulness
13/05/2024 Duración: 40minDavid Hess is a former MLB pitcher who was originally selected by the Baltimore Orioles in the 5th round of the MLB Draft in 2014. He made his MLB debut in 2018 with the Orioles and picked with Baltimore until 2020. In 2021, he was with Miami and Tampa Bay. After a cancer diagnosis in 2021, Hess battled and returned to pro baseball, pitching in AAA with Tampa in 2022 before his cancer returned in 2023. Today on the podcast, we talk to David Hess about his current battle with cancer, facing fear, standing firm in God's faithfulness and celebrating the small moments. Sign up for our Sports Spectrum Magazine and receive 15% off a 1-year subscription by using the code PODCAST15 http://SportsSpectrum.com/magazine Do you know Christ personally? Click here to learn how you can commit your life to Him.
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Tony Dungy - Pro Football Hall of Fame coach on living an uncommon life and the importance of prayer
10/05/2024 Duración: 18minTony Dungy is a former NFL player and coach who currently is an NFL analyst with NBC Sports. During his playing career, he was a part of the 1978 Pittsburgh Steelers Super Bowl winning team. As a coach, he led the Colts to a Super Bowl championship in 2006. He is the first African-American head coach to ever win a Super Bowl. Today on the podcast, we talk to Tony Dungy about living an uncommon life, praying during games as a coach, his favorite God moment in football and participating in Super Bowl XIII as a player with the Steelers. Sign up for our Sports Spectrum Magazine and receive 15% off a 1-year subscription by using the code PODCAST15 http://SportsSpectrum.com/magazine Do you know Christ personally? Click here to learn how you can commit your life to Him.
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Kayla Burton - ESPN reporter on keeping her identity in Christ and growing in her broadcasting journey
08/05/2024 Duración: 51minKayla Burton is an ESPN reporter who covers college football and the UFL. She joined ESPN in August 2023 as a college football sideline reporter. Prior to ESPN, she was with NFL Media and served a multi-platform role across NFL Network, NFL.com and the NFL app. Prior to her time at NFL Network, Burton served in a number of different roles with Western Mass News based in Springfield, Mass., such as sports/news anchor, reporter and content producer. She also presented Channel 5’s NFL coverage in the UK. Today on the podcast, guest-host Annabelle Hasselbeck talks to Kayla Burton about finding her identity in Christ, growing as a broadcaster and the importance of looking back at the enjoyable moments in life. Sign up for our Sports Spectrum Magazine and receive 15% off a 1-year subscription by using the code PODCAST15 http://SportsSpectrum.com/magazine Do you know Christ personally? Click here to learn how you can commit your life to Him.
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Jerricho Cotchery - Former NFL wide receiver on coaching at Limestone, the war for worship, pride vs humility and adoption
06/05/2024 Duración: 36minJerricho Cotchery is a former NFL wide receiver who is currently the head football coach at Limestone University. Today on the podcast, Jerricho Cotchery shares his journey of faith and how it has impacted his life on and off the field. He discusses the importance of Jesus in his life and the life-changing moment that solidified his faith. Cotchery also talks about the challenges of balancing football and faith, as well as his experiences playing with Brett Favre, Cam Newton and under coach Mike Tomlin. He reflects on his Super Bowl experience and the role of spirituality in the NFL. Sign up for our Sports Spectrum Magazine and receive 15% off a 1-year subscription by using the code PODCAST15 http://SportsSpectrum.com/magazine Do you know Christ personally? Click here to learn how you can commit your life to Him.
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Sports Spectrum Weekly Devotional - May 5, 2024
05/05/2024 Duración: 04minThank you for listening to the Sports Spectrum Weekly Devotional on Sports Spectrum's Podcast. Scripture: “In conclusion, be strong in the Lord [draw your strength from Him and be empowered through your union with Him] and in the power of His [boundless] might. Put on the full armor of God [for His precepts are like the splendid armor of a heavily-armed soldier], so that you may be able to [successfully] stand up against all the schemes and the strategies and the deceits of the devil.” - Ephesians 6:10-11 (AMP) Sign up for our Sports Spectrum Daily Devotional email here. Sign up for our Sports Spectrum Magazine and receive 15% off a 1-year subscription by using the code PODCAST15 http://SportsSpectrum.com/magazine Check out Bryce Johnson's 'UNPACKIN' it 'show here. Do you know Christ personally? Click here to learn how you can commit your life to Him.