Sports Spectrum Podcast

Welcome to the Sports Spectrum Minute featuring a short clip of inspiration from a previous Sports Spectrum Podcast interview. Today we hear from Pro Football HOF QB Kurt Warner.  He appeared for the first time on Sports Spectrum's Podcast in February 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 

Matt Hasselbeck played 17 seasons in the NFL with the Packers, Seahawks, Titans and Colts. The three-time Pro Bowler retired after the 2015 season and was inducted into the Seattle Seahawks Ring of Honor in October of 2021.  Hasselbeck also spent 7 years as an NFL analyst at ESPN from 2016-2023 and in the Fall of 2023, he coached his son Henry in football and won a state championship.  Today on the podcast, we talk to Hasselbeck about coaching his son Henry, winning the Massachusetts state title, watching his son choose UCLA to play college football, throwing passes to Jerry Rice, memories of the Beast Quake playoff game and praying 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 

Tim Hudson is a former MLB pitcher who played 17 seasons with the A's, Braves and Giants. He was originally selected in the sixth round of the 1997 MLB Amateur Draft by the Oakland A's after playing collegiately at Auburn University.  During his stellar career, Hudson was a four-time All-Star, won 222 career games and in 2014, won a World Series with the Giants.  He is one of only 15 pitchers to have a victory against every team. In 2018, he was inducted into the Atlanta Braves Hall of Fame and the Alabama Sports Hall of Fame. Today on the podcast we talked to Tim Hudson about his storied MLB career, pitching at Yankee Stadium a month after the 9/11 attacks, trusting in God's plan and living out his faith as a baseball player.  Sign up for our Sports Spectrum Magazine and receive 15% off a 1-year subscription by using the code PODCAST15 ⁠http://SportsSpectrum.com/magazine⁠ 

K.J. Wright played 11 NFL seasons with the Seahawks and Raiders from 2011-2021. He was selected in the fourth round of the 2011 NFL Draft by Seattle after a stellar career at Mississippi State. During his decade-long stay with the Seahawks, he was a part of 2 NFC championship teams and won a Super Bowl in 2013.  The 2016 Pro Bowl selection signed a one day contract in July 2022 to officially retire from the NFL with the Seahawks and is now the host of the KJ ALL DAY show on YouTube.  Today on the podcast, we talk to K.J. Wright about his walk with Jesus, his trip to the Holy Land of Israel  in 2022, playing in two Super Bowls and the emotions of retirement from playing football.  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 former NFL defensive back and current pastor Derwin Gray. He first appeared on the podcast back in April of 2017. 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 

Greg Tonagel is the men's basketball coach at Indiana Wesleyan University in Marion, Indiana. Since arriving as their head coach in 2005, Tonagel has led the Wildcats to three NAIA national championships and in October 2023, became the youngest coach in college basketball history (NCAA or NAIA) to win 500 career games.  As a player, Tonagel was coached by the legendary Homer Drew at Valparaiso University, where he was a two-time team captain and started all four seasons.  Today on the podcast, we talk to Greg Tonagel about achieving 500 wins, remaining Christ-like as a coach, his "I am Third" model of leadership and his coaching future.  Sign up for our Sports Spectrum Magazine and receive 15% off a 1-year subscription by using the code PODCAST15 ⁠http://SportsSpectrum.com/magazine⁠ 

Zach Williams is a two-time Grammy winning singer/songwriter. His hits include "Chain Breaker" "Rescue Story" and "Fear is a Liar." In college, Williams played basketball at Northwest Arkansas with dreams of playing professionally. Drugs and alcohol and injuries ended his sports dream but led him to finding a music career. Zach's new book "Rescue Story" releases in February 2024.  Today on the podcast, we talk to Zach Williams about his basketball dream, his Jesus rescue story, winning a Grammy, making music with Dolly Parton and dealing with fame. Sign up for our Sports Spectrum Magazine and receive 15% off a 1-year subscription by using the code PODCAST15 ⁠⁠http://SportsSpectrum.com/magazine⁠⁠ 

The Sports Spectrum Podcast launched on March 31, 2017. Since then, we've had over 1200 interviews and 5 million+ downloads. Our desire is to keep Jesus in the sports conversation and have conversations with athletes, coaches and others on the intersection of sports and faith in Christ. SUBSCRIBE and FOLLOW us everywhere podcasts are found or here at http://SportsSpectrum.com/podcast

Nick Roach is a former NFL linebacker who played eight seasons with the Bears and Raiders. In college, he was an Academic All-Big Ten and team co-MVP his senior year with Northwestern. After going undrafted in 2007, he signed with the Chargers, was cut and then signed with the Bears.  Today on the podcast, we talk to Nick Roach about never wanting to play in the NFL, finding Christ during his pro career, the NFL playoff atmosphere, giving his life to Jesus at a pro athlete conference and his transition away from football.  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 ESPN NFL Analyst and former NFL QB Dan Orlovsky. He appeared for the first time on Sports Spectrum's Podcast in November 2017.  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 

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