The Chris Rawle Show

A thoughtful exploration of the world through the prism of sports.

The Opportunity For Rebirth

Roger Federer retires and Nebraska begins searching for a head football coach.

09-16
43:58

Monday Morning Kicker

An examination of the margins leads us down the wormholes of Baylor-BYU, Alabama-Texas, and Steelers-Bengals.

09-13
48:36

Hope & Competition

The NFL offers two things that every sport should aspire to: hope for every fanbase and night-in, night-out competition. How do college football and the NBA stack up in these two areas?

09-09
38:39

The Odds Against Us Are Endless & Still We Have Made It

Week One of the college football season is complete and it’s time to examine the margins for Anthony Richardson, NC State-East Carolina, North Carolina-Appalachian State, Iowa-SDSU, and Florida State-LSU.

09-06
38:27

He Loved The Earth So Much He Wanted To Stay Forever

An ode to the true opening week of college football, a sport that offers what no other can.

09-02
36:58

The Difference Between Believing & Wanting To Believe

College football is finally here and Nebraska’s season is already over. How does this keep happening and when will it ever end? Catalog of Unabashed Gratitude - https://open.spotify.com/track/2XEFWSnkgjXe4eZ9gDqAgq?si=83173bde61154ede

08-30
43:10

The Only Moment That We Live Here Fully As Human Beings

College football is finally here and the NFL is quick to follow. What do we actually know about the greatest sport on earth? https://open.spotify.com/track/3pRaLNL3b8x5uBOcsgvdqM?si=37b85d4e63404125

08-26
45:28

Forget The Person You Were & Instead Record Who You Have Become

Change is an inevitable part of life—projecting the depth and direction of that change is hard and at times, impossible. As Justin Herbert moves into his third season as starting quarterback of the Chargers, how different is our perception of him (compared to his senior season at Oregon) and what do we expect from him moving forward?

08-23
45:32

This Is A Story About Bob Dylan

This is a reading of “Unclipped Strings,” an essay written by Chris Rawle about a passionate, lifelong exploration of the music of Bob Dylan. The full text can be found here: https://www.chrisrawle.com/unclipped-strings/

08-19
27:32

Being Unafraid To Be Who You Want To Be

I have a deep, abiding respect for people who are unafraid to be what they want to be. Bob Dylan is a shining example and with football season nearly upon us, many teams are trying to mirror his approach. How do you find and solidify your identity?

08-16
41:14

Who Will Rise & Who Will Fall In The 2022 College Football Season?

College football is a sport that revolves around cycles of power. Nebraska, Florida State, Miami, USC, and Texas were great until they weren’t. The sport has recently been dominated by Alabama, Georgia, Ohio State, Clemson, and Oklahoma. Who has potential to fall and who can rise to replace them?

08-12
40:10

It Takes A Village To Win A Football Game

“Quarterbacks fail in the NFL, sure. But more often they are failed.” How many things need to align in order for a quarterback to find success? Referenced in todays show: https://spotifyanchor-web.app.link/e/orgFuorCksb

08-09
37:39

He Couldn’t Tell Me What He Was Dreaming & I Couldn’t Tell Him What Was Real

Preseason camps have begun and NFL teams are trying to discern what is real and what is not. Through that lens, we examine Ja’Marr Chase, Romeo Doubs, Mitch Trubisky, Tua Tagovailoa, and Aaron Rodgers.

08-05
38:55

The Wild You Have Forgotten Inside You That Senses All Things

The known, the unknown, and why we love what we love.

08-02
37:58

Competency At Quarterback Has Never Mattered Less

The search for superstar quarterbacks is fast, furious, and never-ending. What is the perceived value of those QBs who are competent, but not stars?

07-29
34:11

Wide Receiver Value

The passing game has never been important in football. With that understanding, how much value are NFL teams placing on the wide receiver position?

07-26
30:38

Seek Out What Resonates & Root Accordingly

The Utah Jazz are committed to a full-scale teardown. Is the path forward for Utah energizing or demoralizing?

07-22
35:51

The Ultimate Test Of Versatility

Winning a championship is all about versatility. Nowhere is this more true than at The Old Course at St. Andrews, site of the 150th Open, where Cam Smith became a major champion.

07-19
37:00

The Descent Into The Mind

A discussion of the various ways to unlock the mind, featuring the words of author George Saunders, Canadiens coach Martin St. Louis, and golfers Jon Rahm and Tiger Woods.

07-15
36:01

Us Alive, Right Here, Feeling Lucky

Aging athletes, Tiger Woods, and the 150th British Open at St. Andrews.

07-12
31:56

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