Semi-Pro Gridiron Rant

Semi-Pro Gridiron Rant is a weekly podcast series that dives into the inner workings and often crazy and ridiculously funny behind the scenes happenings in the world of Semi-Pro Football. Listen to weekly interviews with former and current semi-pro players, coaches and team owners who share their football journeys, some even on the professional level. Listen to how players learned of semi-professional football, why they chose semi-pro, the good and the bad of the sport and so much more. Join host Ken Anderson every week as he shares stories of semi-pro athletes and what they are up to now. Some are writing books, promoting or fighting in MMA, competing in Strongman competition, training to be pro bodybuilders and even some are now acting! So many amazing and successful people willing to share their stories.

E:27 Semi-Pro Football Player Starts National Championship Team

In Episode 27 of Semi-Pro Gridiron Rant host Ken Anderson rants with Andy Villamarzo, National Championship team owner and player.  Andy shares his football journey and the reason he started his own team and how Covid has affected semi-pro ball in Florida.ENJOY!!!Support the show

12-07
58:55

E:26 Career Semi-Pro Football backup shares his love for the sport

In Episode 26 of Semi-Pro Gridiron Rant, host Ken Anderson welcomes Tex Hamilton to the show.  Tex shares his journey including growing up in Texas and moving to Brooklyn, culture shock, and how he found semi-pro football.   ENJOY!!!Support the show

11-16
01:20:24

E:25 Semi-Pro Football 7 X Champion Coach Fred Reese Shares His Story

In Episode 25 of Semi-Pro Gridiron Rant host Ken Anderson rants with 7 time Championship Coach Fred Reese.  Fred shares his journey from college through today!  Fred has seen the maturation of football on all levels and shares his thoughts on the game. A must for a true football fan.  ENJOY!!!Support the show

11-02
48:06

E:24 Semi-Pro Football Player Seeks Daily F.U.N. Part 2 of 2

In Episode 24 of Semi-Pro Gridiron Rant, host Ken Anderson rants with former player Bobby "High School" Ward.  Bobby shares his semi-pro career and what he's been up to lately.  HINT:  He's having F.U.N. daily!!   Part 2 of 2 part interview.  Support the show

10-29
56:28

E:23 Semi-Pro Football Player Seeks Daily F.U.N. Part 1 of 2

In Episode 23 of Semi-Pro Gridiron Rant, host Ken Anderson rants with former player Bobby "High School" Ward.  Bobby shares his semi-pro career and what he's been up to lately.  HINT:  He's having F.U.N. daily!!   Part 1 of 2 part interview.  Support the show

10-26
44:48

E:22 Semi-Pro Football Coach Dan Carr coaches all over the world, Part 2 of 2

In this weeks episode of Semi-Pro Gridiron Rant host Ken Anderson rants it up with one of his former coaches Dan Carr.  Coach Carr shares his crazy journey as he shares stories from coaching overseas and also in the states.  This is Part 2 of 2 in the Dan Carr interview.  ENJOY!!!Support the show

10-22
01:10:25

E:21 Semi-Pro Football Coach Dan Carr coaches all over the world, Part 1 of 2

In this weeks episode of Semi-Pro Gridiron Rant host Ken Anderson rants it up with one of his former coaches Dan Carr.  Coach Carr shares his crazy journey as he shares stories from coaching overseas and also in the states.  This is Part 1 of 2 in the Dan Carr interview.  ENJOY!!!Support the show

10-19
01:05:29

E:20 Former Semi-Pro Football Player Turns to Art in Retirement

In Episode 20, host Ken Anderson rants with his former teammate Mike Lafex.  Mike shares his semi-pro journey and his love for art.  He shows us several samples of his amazing drawings and even shares some of his wife's paintings with us.  ENJOY!!!Support the show

10-12
01:03:24

E:19 A Semi-Pro Football Revolution is Born

In Episode 19 of Semi-Pro Gridiron Rant, host Ken Anderson welcomes former teammate and former Semi-Pro Football team owner, Tom Shultz to the show.  Tommy rants about playing as Ken's backup, what drove him to start a Revolution in the hometown of the oldest semipro team in America, and what he is up to today.  Don't miss this one!!  ENJOY!!Support the show

10-05
01:18:54

E:18 Semi-Pro Football QB Turns to Acting and Writing Movies

In Episode 18 of Semi-Pro Gridiron Rant we welcome Semi-Pro Athlete Todd Jackson to the show.  Todd rants about his high school days, playing college ball, his semi-pro days as a QB, WR and DB.  TJ also shares his passion for movie making and acting and his appearance on a popular TV show.  ENJOY!!Support the show

09-28
43:19

E:17 One of the Oldest Semi-Pro Football Teams in the Country

In Episode 17 of Semi-Pro Gridiron Rant host Ken Anderson welcomes Hank Pelton, Glens Falls Greenjackets team President.  Hank rants on his playing days, the long history of his team and the effects of Covid on his squad.  ENJOY!!Support the show

09-21
01:20:35

E:16 Special Episode in Remembrance of the Fallen From 9.11.01 NEVER FORGET

In Episode 16 we dedicate this weeks edition of Semi-Pro Gridiron Rant to the fallen from 9.11.01......  NEVER FORGET!!  Host Ken Anderson welcomes back David "Wolf" Parker who shares several projects he is working on. Wolf talks grandparents that are raising their grandchildren, building a "thicker skin" with #AttitudeShield and Veterans Rant, Rattle and Roll which is dedicated to ending military veterans committing suicide.  This is a different type of episode, but one that can help all of us help others.  Thanks for listening!!Support the show

09-13
56:07

E:15 Semi-Pro Receiver Cody Poston rants about his difficult journey to play the game he loves

In Episode 15 of Semi-Pro Rant, host Ken Anderson makes a huge show announcement and welcomes in semi-pro receiver Cody Poston.  Cody shares his difficult semi-pro journey as he's had 2 heart surgeries, a concussion and a broken collar bone. Listen in as he shares his store of perseverance!!  LET"S RANT!!Support the show

09-07
50:11

E:14 Semi-Pro Football Coach Turns MMA Coach, Referee and Promoter

In episode 14 of Semi-Pro Gridiron Rant, host Ken Anderson welcomes his former Offensive Coordinator Sam Kleinbeck.  Sam talks about his collegiate days at North Western, being drafted to the Canadian League and his semi-pro days.  Listen in as he talks about his current MMA gym and promotions business. An episode you won't want to miss.  ENJOY!!Support the show

08-30
40:38

E:13 5 Time Semi-Pro Football National Champion QB Rants About His Impressive Career

In Episode 13 of Semi-Pro Gridiron Rant co-hosts Jamie Hantke and Ken Anderson rant with 5 time National Champion quarterback Doby Howard.  Doby talks about his time with the Monroe County Sting, his National Championships and his career at the arena level.  ENJOY!!Support the show

08-17
59:43

E:12 2 X Semi-Pro National Champ G.M. Chris Gorman Rants about his Championship Journey

In Episode 12 of Semi-Pro Gridiron Rant we welcome Syracuse Strong General Manager and Defensive Coordinator Chris Gorman to the show.  Chris rants about his 20 plus years in the sport and what it took for him to get 2 different Syracuse teams to a National Title game.  ENJOY!!Support the show

08-10
46:51

E:11 Semi Pro Football Fullback Turns to MMA Heavy Weight Fighting

In Episode 11 of Semi-Pro Gridiron Rant co-hosts Jamie Hantke and Ken Anderson welcome special guest James Chaplin to the show.  James rants about his football journey and also dives into his MMA fighting career.  Listen in as the three former Syracuse Shock members talk about James and how he developed his never quit attitude!!  ENJOY!!!Support the show

08-03
58:37

E:10 Canadian Player comes to the States to Star as a Semi-Pro Running Back

In Episode 10 of Semi-Pro Gridiron Rant host Ken Anderson goes solo as he rants about what happened this week in sports, MLB, Iron Mike Tyson's comeback and NFL canceling all preseason games.  Ken welcomes special guest TJ Williams.  TJ is a Canadian football player who now plays semi-pro ball in the US.  Listen in as TJ shares his football journey and talks about his new business.  An episode you just wont want to miss.  ENJOY!!!Support the show

07-27
01:12:51

E:9 Special Guest Rashad Palmer, interior lineman and Strongman competitor

In Episode 9 of Semi-Pro Gridiron Rant, co-hosts Jamie Hantke and Ken Anderson rant about MLL lacrosse, MLB, Derrick Henry's new contract and JJ Watt stating players want to play, but.....  They Welcome this weeks pecial guest Rashad Palmer from the Texas Colts.  Rashad talks about his football journey and how he found semi-pro ball,  or did it find him!!  He talks of covid in Houston, some leagues are playing while others choose to take the safer road. Rashad talk about his new found love for the Strongman competition and his goal of going pro.  Another episode you just don't want to miss.  ENJOY!!! Support the show

07-20
01:03:07

E:8 Special Guest Craig James, former D1 and Arena Football player, current owner of the Duval Raiders (Jax, FL)

In Episode 8 of Semi-Pro Gridiron Rant host Ken Anderson welcomes back co-host Jamie Hantke as he returns from assignment (camping).  They rant about what got Jamie fired up this week on social media,  4th of July festivities, MLB players opting to sit out the season due to the Corona Virus, The NY Yankees 60 game schedule and Patrick Mahomes' record setting contract.  They welcome their special guest Craig James, former DI and Arena Football player, current owner of the Duval Raiders (Jax, FL).  Craig tells of his life growing up through football, his college and arena days and what got him into Semi-Pro ball.  An episode you don't want to miss!!  ENJOY!!!Support the show

07-13
01:16:53

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