Sports Spectrum Podcast

Kerry Carpenter is an outfielder and designated hitter with the Detroit Tigers. He was selected in the 19th round of the 2019 MLB Draft by Detroit and made his MLB debut on Aug. 10, 2022. In 98 minor league games in 2022, he hit .313 with 30 home runs and was named Eastern League (Double-A) Player of the Month in May. A few months later, he was called up to the big-league club, and in 31 games with the Tigers he hit .252 with six home runs. In 2023 with the Tigers, he became a staple in the Detroit lineup, hitting .278 with 20 home runs in 118 games played. Today on the podcast, we welcome Kerry Carpenter back to talk about his breakout 2023 campaign, hitting home runs at Fenway Park and what it means to play with freedom and peace. Sign up for our Sports Spectrum Magazine and receive 15% off a 1-year subscription by using the code PODCAST15 http://SportsSpectrum.com/magazine 

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. Joseph 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 career with the Golden Eagles. A few years later, Gates entered Moody Bible Institute and began training to become a pastor. Today, he runs a Hoop Dreams clothing line and recently released his new book "Hoop Dreams Fifth Quarter" in October 2023.  Today on the podcast, we welcome back William Gates to the podcast to celebrate 30 years of the release of Hoop Dreams, whether or not Hoop Dreams would work as a movie in 2024, high school recruiting and the evolution of sports documentaries.  Sign up for our Sports Spectrum Magazine and receive 15% off a 1-year subscription by usin

Sydney McLaughlin-Levrone is a two-time Olympic Gold Medalist and world record-holding American sprinter and hurdler. In 2016, she made history at age 16 as the youngest US Olympian to compete in track and field since 1972. In 2021 at the Tokyo Olympics, she cemented herself as a track superstar winning a gold medal in the 400-meter hurdles, breaking the world record with a 51.46 second time and winning a gold medal for the 4x400-meter relay. Sydney is also an author and her first book, "FAR BEYOND GOLD" releases January 30, 2024. Today on the podcast, we welcome Sydney back to the show to talk about writing her new book, what it means to run from fear to faith, preparing for the 2024 Summer Olympics in Paris and leading Bible studies with her husband Andre at UCLA. Sign up for our Sports Spectrum Magazine and receive 15% off a 1-year subscription by using the code PODCAST15 http://SportsSpectrum.com/magazine 

Devon McDonald is a former Notre Dame linebacker from Jamaica who played four seasons in the NFL with the Colts and Cardinals. As a part of the Fighting Irish's national championship team in 1988, McDonald served as a team captain and was an Honorable Mention All-American in 1992 and was the Co-MVP of the 1993 Cotton Bowl. Today on the podcast, we talk to Devon McDonald about his football journey, being baptized by a Pro Football Hall of Fame teammate, serving in ministry and the importance of mentorship and discipleship. Sign up for our Sports Spectrum Magazine and receive 15% off a 1-year subscription by using the code PODCAST15 ⁠http://SportsSpectrum.com/magazine⁠ 

Gabe McGlothan is a basketball player with Grand Canyon University. He played his high school basketball in Chandler, Arizona, winning a state championship in 2017. After a year of prep school in Putnam, CT, he signed on with Southeast Missouri State. After one season, he decided to transfer to Grand Canyon University.  In 2022-23 season, McGlothan was named All-WAC second team after averaging 12.8 pts and a team leading 7.6 rebounds in helping his team to the NCAA Tournament. In 2023-24, he once again leads his team in rebounding and in a win over No. 25 SDSU on December 5, 2023, Gabe had 15 points and 13 rebounds in helping the Lopes to their first ever victory over a ranked opponent.  Today on the podcast, we talk to Gabe McGlothan about his greatest accomplishment, his Big Dance moment in March 2023, and why he reads the Bible on the bench before introductions of each game.  Sign up for our Sports Spectrum Magazine and receive 15% off a 1-year subscription by using the code PODCAST15 http://SportsSpectru

Ronald Olivier spent 27 summers in the notorious Louisiana State Penitentiary. In 2018, God transformed Ronald's life and he was miraculously released from jail. Since then, he has been a chaplain, pastor and now author. His new book "27 SUMMERS" is released in November 2023. Today on the podcast, Ronald shares how Christ grabbed a hold of his life in prison, sharing the Gospel with everyone he meets, his relationship with the NFL's Tony Dungy and Sam Acho and the importance of forgiveness. Sign up for our Sports Spectrum Magazine and receive 15% off a 1-year subscription by using the code PODCAST15 http://SportsSpectrum.com/magazine 

Brett Kern is a former NFL punter who played 16 seasons with the Broncos, Titans and Eagles.  The three-time Pro Bowler is Tennessee's franchise leader in every punting category and was named First-team All-Pro in 2019.  In 2022, Kern was released by the Titans and signed by the Eagles, where he helped Philadelphia to an NFC title and a berth in Super Bowl LVII.  In June of 2023, Brett Kern retire from the NFL. Today on the podcast, we talk to Brett Kern about his decision to retire, the Super Bowl experience with the Eagles in 2022 and the gratitude he has 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 

Mark Scheifele is in his 13th season as a member of the WInnipeg Jets in the NHL. He was selected as an NHL All-Star in 2019 and 2020. He was selected by the Jets in the first round, seventh overall, of the 2011 NHL Entry Draft, becoming the Jets' first-ever draft pick after relocating from Atlanta. Today on the podcast, Mark shares about his journey of hockey, being a leader in the NHL, growing in his faith and living out his faith in professional hockey. Sign up for our Sports Spectrum Magazine and receive 15% off a 1-year subscription by using the code PODCAST15 http://SportsSpectrum.com/magazine   

Steve Stenstrom is a former NFL quarterback who played six seasons with the Chicago Bears, San Francisco 49ers, Detroit Lions and Denver Broncos. In college, Stenstrom was a standout quarterback for Stanford under coaches Denny Green and Bill Walsh. He still holds numerous Stanford passing records, including career passing yards (10,911) and career completions (866). After his playing career ended in 2001, Stenstrom went into sports ministry at Stanford, and is currently the president of Pro Athletes Outreach and Sports Spectrum. In November 2023, Stenstrom released his first book, "The 330 Life: Living by design not by default." Today on the podcast, we talk to Steve Stenstrom on living "the 330 Life," playing for legendary coach Bill Walsh, saying yes to God, purposeful living and becoming a grandfather.  Sign up for our Sports Spectrum Magazine and receive 15% off a 1-year subscription by using the code PODCAST15 http://SportsSpectrum.com/magazine 

Matt Schick is a studio host and play by play voice at ESPN. He hosts numerous studio shows across college sports on ESPN platforms and also serves as a play by play commentator for basketball and baseball events.  Schick can also be heard doing work for ESPN Radio and Sirius XM Radio.  Today on the podcast, we talk to Matt Schick on about broadcasting journey, living out his faith, handling rejection, making room in his life for Jesus and being present with his kids.  Sign up for our Sports Spectrum Magazine and receive 15% off a 1-year subscription by using the code PODCAST15 http://SportsSpectrum.com/magazine 

Kenneth Lock is the senior pastor at EVOLVE CHURCH in Milwaukee, Wisconsin. He's also the team chaplain and team barber for the Milwaukee Bucks. In August 2023, Lock released his first book, "SHIFT HAPPENS: How to Find Renewed Purpose, Gratitude and Love after Heartbreak." Today on the podcast, we talk to Kenneth Lock about praying with his players, his unique relationship with Giannis Antetokounmpo, leading chapel services, being transparent and unedited and finding renewed purpose. Sign up for our Sports Spectrum Magazine and receive 15% off a 1-year subscription by using the code PODCAST15 http://SportsSpectrum.com/magazine 

Welcome to the Sports Spectrum Minute featuring a short clip of inspiration from a previous Sports Spectrum Podcast interview. Today we hear from Jacksonville Jaguars head coach and Super Bowl champion Doug Pederson. He appeared on the Sports Spectrum Podcast in December 2021.  You can listen to the entire interview 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 

This week, we're going to look back at 2023 and bring you our favorite and most listened to podcasts of this year.  Today, we bring back a conversation from October 2023 with Boston Celtics head coach Joe Mazzulla. Sign up for our Sports Spectrum Magazine and receive 15% off a 1-year subscription by using the code PODCAST15 http://SportsSpectrum.com/magazine 

This week, we're going to look back at 2023 and bring you our favorite and most listened to podcasts of this year.  Today, we bring back a conversation from February 2023 with 49ers QB Brock Purdy. Sign up for our Sports Spectrum Magazine and receive 15% off a 1-year subscription by using the code PODCAST15 http://SportsSpectrum.com/magazine 

This week, we're going to look back at 2023 and bring you our favorite and most listened to podcasts of this year.  Today, we bring back a conversation from April 2023 with Boxing legend George Foreman. Sign up for our Sports Spectrum Magazine and receive 15% off a 1-year subscription by using the code PODCAST15 http://SportsSpectrum.com/magazine 

This week, we're going to look back at 2023 and bring you our favorite and most listened to podcasts of this year.  Today, we bring back a conversation from March 2023 with Minnesota Vikings QB Kirk Cousins. Sign up for our Sports Spectrum Magazine and receive 15% off a 1-year subscription by using the code PODCAST15 http://SportsSpectrum.com/magazine 

This week, we're going to look back at 2023 and bring you our favorite and most listened to podcasts of this year.  Today, we bring back a conversation from February 2023 with Oklahoma Sooners softball coach Patty Gasso. Sign up for our Sports Spectrum Magazine and receive 15% off a 1-year subscription by using the code PODCAST15 http://SportsSpectrum.com/magazine 

Chanda Rigby is the head women's basketball coach at Troy University. Since taking over the program in 2012, Rigby has made Troy a perennial championship and NCAA Tournament contender. Rigby's impressive resume includes seven 20+ win seasons, three Sun Belt Tournament Championships, two Sun Belt Regular Season Titles, three trips to the NCAA Tournament, seven postseason appearances, 20 all-conference selections, five Sun Belt Post Season Award winners, a Sun Belt Player of the Year honoree and a Sun Belt Coach of the Year honor.From 2019-2023, the Troy Women's Basketball team tallied the most wins of any Sun Belt men's or women's basketball team.    Sign up for our Sports Spectrum Magazine and receive 15% off a 1-year subscription by using the code PODCAST15 http://SportsSpectrum.com/magazine 

Paul Putz is the Assistant Director of the Faith and Sports Institute at Baylor University's Truett Seminary. His research and writing has been featured at Christianity Today, Slate, National Public Radio and more.  Today on the podcast, we talk to Paul Putz and explore the history of sports and faith, the birth of sports ministries FCA, AIA and PAO and look at some of the influential figures that have lived out their faith publicly including James Naismith, John Wooden, Jackie Robinson, Tony Dungy, Reggie White and Tim Tebow.  Sign up for our Sports Spectrum Magazine and receive 15% off a 1-year subscription by using the code PODCAST15 http://SportsSpectrum.com/magazine 

Freddie Stevenson is a former fullback with Florida State, where he helped the Seminoles to a national championship in 2013. He is the author of "Trials to Triumph" released in 2021 and in 2023, he released the new documentary "Trials to Triumph." Today on the podcast, we talked to Freddie Stevenson about his time at Florida State, winning a national championship, hitting rock bottom and choosing to come back 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