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Hosted by former ESPN Senior Producer Jason Romano, Sports Spectrum is an interview driven podcast that features stories on the intersection of faith and sports.
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Matt Forte is a former NFL running back who played 10 seasons with the Bears and Jets. He was selected by Chicago in the second round of the 2008 NFL Draft and played his first eight seasons with the Bears before finishing his final two years with the N.Y. Jets.
Forte is now an author and his new children’s book “MY HAIR CAN” released September 3, 2024.
Today on the podcast, Matt Forte shares on the importance of maintaining intimacy with Christ through prayer and meditation on God’s Word. Forte shares his favorite memories from his NFL career, including his memorable debut game and a special moment with his parents. He also discuss the inspiration behind his new book and the message of self-acceptance and valuing differences that it promotes.
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Today on the podcast, we talk to New York Yankees pitcher Luke Weaver about the challenges of the baseball lifestyle, including late-night travel and the importance of sleep and self-care. Luke shares how he stays connected to Jesus during the long season and the daily discipline required to prioritize his faith. He also reflects on the ups and downs of his career, including being released by multiple teams, his crazy 2023 season and finding stability in his current role with the Yankees.
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Chubba Purdy is a quarterback with the University of Nevada. Previously, he was with Nebraska and Florida State. In high school, Purdy led Perry High School in Gilbert, Arizona to the 2018 state championship game and had 59 total touchdowns for the season. In 2019, he had 52 touchdowns and 4,400 yards of total offense and was named Arizona Offensive Player of the Year.
Today on the podcast, Chubba Purdy joins us and reflects on his journey as a football player and the importance of faith and family in his life. He shares how his brother, Brock Purdy, has been an inspiration to him and how he witnessed Brock's perseverance and success in the NFL with the 49ers. He also talks about the experience of watching his big brother play in the Super Bowl and then get married earlier this year.
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Today on the podcast, Ohio State running back TreVeyon Henderson discusses the false idols he used to chase, such as football and money, and how they left him feeling empty. He emphasizes the importance of surrounding himself with fellow believers and mentors who have helped him grow in his faith. Henderson also shares his decision to return for his senior year of college football, trusting that God has a greater purpose for him. He expresses his desire to use his platform to lead others to Christ and give God all the glory.
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Hannah Hidalgo is a women's basketball player at the University of Notre Dame. In high school, she was coached by her father Orlando and was named the New Jersey Gatorade Player of the Year and won co-MVP honors at the 2023 McDonalds All-American game.
In her freshman season at Notre Dame, Hidalgo shined for the Irish, averaging 22.6 points, 6.2 rebounds, 5.5 assists and 4.6 steals per game and helped her team reach the Sweet Sixteen. She was named to the AP All-American First Team for 2023-24, ACC Defensive Player of the Year and the 2024 ACC Tournament MVP.
Today on the podcast, Hannah Hidalgo shares how she’s grown as a Christian in the midst of her basketball success. She’s stressed the importance of playing for an audience of one.
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Frank Reich is a former NFL quarterback and NFL head coach. He was a part of four Super Bowl teams with the Buffalo Bills, serving as the primary backup to Jim Kelly from 1985-1994.
In 2006, he started his NFL coaching journey and served as an assistant with the Colts under Tony Dungy and Jim Caldwell. After stops with the Cardinals and Chargers, he became the offensive coordinator with the Philadelphia Eagles in 2016 and helped their club to a Super Bowl championship in 2017. He got his first opportunity to be a head coach with the Indianapolis Colts in 2018 and served in that position until 2022. In 2023, he coached 11 games with the Carolina Panthers.
Today on the podcast, we talk to Frank Reich about the importance of living out his faith in all aspects of life, including his career as a player, coach, and minister. He also talks about the concept of staying ready as a believer and addresses his coaching future.
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Dave Pasch is a play by play announcer for ESPN's college basketball, college football and the NBA. Pasch is also the radio voice of the Arizona Cardinals in the NFL every week. Today on the podcast, Dave Pasch shares stories about his close friendship with Bill Walton, the challenges of his busy broadcasting schedule, and the importance of staying true to his Christian faith in the media industry. He discusses the impact of Bill Walton's passing earlier this year, and the need to grieve and find hope in the face of death. Dave also reflects on his favorite college football atmospheres and offers encouragement to young believers pursuing a career in broadcasting.
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Listen to Dave’s interview on Sports Spectrum in 2020 here.
Rose Zhang is a golfer on the LPGA Tour and represented the United States in 2024 at the Olympics. She was a highly decorated college golfer and had one of the greatest amateur careers ever at Stanford, where she won the NCAA championship in 2022 and 2023.
In May of 2023, Zhang won her first professional tournament, the Mizuho Americas Open and became the first player to win her professional debut on the LPGA tour since 1951.
Today on the podcast, Rose Zhang discusses her journey as a professional golfer and the role of faith in her success. She discusses the peace and chaos of turning pro, the importance of prayer and guidance from God, and the impact of her faith in Jesus has had on her career. She emphasizes the significance of glorifying God in her victories and the role of faith in guiding her decisions.
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Taylen Green is a college quarterback at the University of Arkansas. He came to Arkansa after a three year stint at Boise State. In his first career start for Boise in 2022, he rushed for 105 yards and scored two touchdowns. Last year, in 2023, he led Boise to a MWC championship and was named MWC championship game MVP.
Today on the podcast, Taylen Green shares about the influence of his family and how his personal relationship with Jesus grew during his college years. Taylen emphasizes the significance of using his platform to spread Jesus's name and glorify Him in all that he does. He discusses his decision to transfer to Arkansas and the importance of gratitude, forgiveness, and serving others in his relationship with God.
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Stephen Kendrick and Alex Kendrick are filmmakers who's latest movie "The Forge" is releasing in theaters August 23, 2024.
The Kendrick Brothers other movies include "Facing the Giants," "Fireproof," "War Room," and "Overcomer."
Today on the podcast, Stephen and Alex Kendrick discuss their new movie 'The Forge' and their approach to filmmaking. They share insights on the concept of discipleship and the process of creating impactful and inspiring movies. They also touch on their favorite sports movies and their collaborative approach to working together as brothers.
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C.J. Stroud is the starting quarterback for the Houston Texans. He was selected second overall in the 2023 NFL Draft by Houston after a stellar career at Ohio State. In 2023, he set numerous NFL records including, youngest starting QB to win a playoff game in NFL history (22 years, 3 months, 10 days) and most passing yards in a single game by a rookie (470 yards vs Tampa). He was named the 2023 AP NFL Offensive Rookie of the Year and selected to the 2023 Pro Bowl team.
Today on the podcast, we talk to C.J. Stroud about the impact Christ has had in his life, the importance of serving, the challenges of being bold in faith, taming the tongue, and the gratitude he has for the little things.
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Anthony Calhoun is the sports director for WISH-TV in Indianapolis. He came to Indy in 1998 after beginning his professional career at WTVH-TV in Syracuse.
Calhoun is an Emmy-award winner and was voted Central Indiana's "Favorite Sportscaster" by multiple publications.
Today on the podcast, Anthony Calhoun shares on the variety of events he's covered in 2024, including the Super Bowl, NBA All-Star Game, and Indianapolis 500. He also shares his passion for giving back to the community and hosting charity events. Calhoun also shares how he saw the Lord's hand in his career and the opportunities he received. He emphasizes the importance of making sacrifices and staying close to God.
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Matt Margenthaler is the head men's basketball coach at Minnesota State University in Mankato and the 2023-24 NABC Division II coach of the year.
In the 2023-24 season, coach Margenthaler led the Mavericks to a 35-2 record and their first ever NCAA Division II national championship. On April 26, 2024, he was rewarded with a new five-year contract extension.
Today on the podcast, we talk to Matt Margenthaler about winning his first national title, becoming a first time grandfather and staying disciplined in his faith journey.
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Taylor McGregor is the Chicago Cubs field reporter for Marquee Sports Network in Chicago. She also serves as a sideline reporter for ESPN and ABC on their college football Saturday broadcasts.
Today on the podcast, Taylor shares on the importance of finding her identity and fulfillment in Jesus rather than in her career. She discusses the challenges of balancing work and faith, and the need to prioritize her relationship with God. Taylor also highlights the supportive community of women in baseball and the pinch-me moments she has experienced at Wrigley Field.
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Noah Kim is a college quarterback at Coastal Carolina. From 2020-2023, he was with Michigan State and became a starter for the Spartans in 2023. In high school, Kim led Westfield High School in Virginia to an undefeated season and a state championship as a sophomore and was 41-2 in his high school career.
Today on the podcast, we talk to Noah Kim about the importance of his faith, the impact of an injury on his relationship with God, and the lessons he's learned in life and football. He also shares about following God's plan to transfer to Coastal Carolina and his aspirations beyond football.
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Scott Hanson is the host of the NFL's RedZone channel every Sunday afternoon during the NFL season. He joined NFL Media in 2006 as a national reporter covering all 32 teams. He transitioned into studio hosting in 2008, and was named the host of NFL RedZone during its inaugural season in 2009. Produced by NFL Network, NFL RedZone whips around every NFL game on Sunday afternoons delivering the touchdowns and most exciting moments live and in high-definition. NFL RedZone and Hanson are widely praised by the fans and media.
In the summer of 2024, Hanson will also serve as a host of the "Gold Zone" for Peacock, covering the 2024 Summer Olympics in Paris.
Today on the podcast, Scott Hanson discusses the impact of his faith on his life, the importance of mentorship, and the excitement of his upcoming 2024 Olympics coverage. He also shares insights on boldness, obedience, serving others and finishing well in life.
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Kelly Cheng is a beach volleyball player with Team USA. She and her partner, Sara Hughes, won the gold medal at the 2023 FIVB Beach Volleyball World Championships, establishing them as medal contenders for the 2024 Paris Olympics. Cheng competed in the 2020-21 Tokyo Games with Sarah Sponcil, finishing in ninth place.
Though they’ve spent time with other partners, Cheng and Hughes have a long, winning history together. They claimed the bronze medal at the 2013 U19 World Championships, silver at the 2014 U21 World Championships, and back-to-back NCAA championships in 2016 and 2017 in college at USC.
Cheng was named the AVP Tour’s Most Valuable Player in 2022, and the tour’s Best Offensive Player in 2022 and 2023.
Today on the podcast, Kelly Cheng shares about her journey with Jesus, reading the Bible in a year, preparing for the Paris Games, and her experience of participating in the Tokyo Olympics
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Lex Luger is a former professional wrestler in the WCW and WWE. He is a 2-time WCW World Heavyweight champion and in 1993, was voted the most popular wrestler of the year by Pro Wrestling Illustrated.
Prior to his professional wrestling career, Luger was a pro football player with the Montreal Alouettes in the CFL, the Green Bay Packers in the NFL and three different teams in the United States Football League (USFL).
Today on the podcast, Lex Luger joins us to share his journey of fame, success, and emptiness in the wrestling world, and how he found true fulfillment and purpose in his relationship with Jesus. Luger also talks about the importance of surrounding yourself with the right people and the impact of his friendship with fellow wrestling legend, Sting. Despite facing a spinal cord injury and being in a wheelchair, Luger finds joy and strength in his faith and continues to share the gospel through his wrestling events and speaking engagements.
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LaKisha Williams is a track and field coach at Porter Ridge High School in North Carolina. In college, she was a track athlete at Kent State where she met her future husband, Jason Williams. Together, they opened a bakery in 2012 and partnered with the LeBron James Foundation to create a "Just a Kid from Akron" cherry cola cupcake.
She is currently coaching 250 track athletes at Porter Ridge and working with an additional 170 athletes at the Charlotte Heat Track Club.
Today on the podcast, LaKisha Williams shares about her background as a Division I track athlete and her love for coaching. She also opens up about the sudden passing of her husband and how she relied on her faith in Jesus to navigate through grief. LaKesha emphasizes the importance of trusting God and tackling difficult moments with the Lord's guidance. She also highlights the support and encouragement she received from others during her journey.
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Elvis Amoh is a professional soccer player with Detroit City FC in the USL. Prior to Detroit, he was with Hartford Athletic, Rio Grande Valley and Colorado Springs. He is the founder of “Footballers for Christ” on Instagram.
Today on the podcast, Elvis Amoh shares his journey of faith and how his relationship with Jesus Christ transformed his perspective on life and soccer. He talks about the shift from prioritizing soccer to prioritizing his faith and how he uses soccer as a platform to glorify God and inspire others.
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I'm still a pretty big WWE fan and it's awesome to here from the people of faith that are our were in the business! thanks for the podcast!
"Do the right whatever it costs" thank you Rachael.