Sports Spectrum Podcast
Created in 2017 by former ESPN Senior Producer Jason Romano, Sports Spectrum is an interview driven podcast hosted by former Chicago Bears Pro Bowl running back Matt Forte.
Each episode, Forte and Romano will bring you the stories at the intersection of faith and sports.
Latest episodes
May 16, 2025 • 46min
David Pollack - College Football HOF'er on his wife's battle with brain cancer and the current state of CFB
Today on the podcast:- Former ESPN CFB analyst David Pollack joins the show to discuss his wife's brain cancer battle, trusting God in the storms of life, what it means to carry your cross and the current state of college football.David's new podcast See Ball Get Ball is available everywhere podcasts are found. Have a question? Got a guest suggestion? Want to advertise with us? Email us - jason@sportsspectrum.comWATCH all of our podcast episodes on our YouTube page:https://www.youtube.com/SportsSpectrumMagazineSign up for our Sports Spectrum Magazine and receive 15% off a 1-year subscription by using the code PODCAST15https://www.theincrease.com/products/sports-spectrum-magazine Do you know Christ personally? Click below to learn how you can commit your life to Him.https://sportsspectrum.com/gospel/Have you heard our other Sports Spectrum podcasts?Sports Spectrum's What's Up Podcast with Annabelle Hasselbeck - https://open.spotify.com/show/7CvX5oXnEuKIYI5GCVT7Hi?si=9c61982675f1413dSports Spectrum's Get in the Game Podcast with Scott Linebrink -https://open.spotify.com/show/7CFPZVet3TcsSJMZqRHndI?si=d6599c85917146a7
May 13, 2025 • 41min
Tauren Wells - Singer/Songwriter/Pastor joins us plus Matt shares what he learned at church on Sunday
Today on the podcast:- Matt recaps the "What's Your Forte?" gala and shares about his foundation (01:07)- Then, Matt shares what he learned at church this weekend (06:17) - Singer/Songwriter Tauren Wells joins us to talk about his friendship with Steph Curry, his new book JOY BOMB and planting a church with his wife in Austin, TX. (13:09) For more on Matt's foundation, check out their website:https://whatsyourfortefoundation.org/Have a question? Got a guest suggestion? Want to advertise with us? Email us - jason@sportsspectrum.comWATCH all of our podcast episodes on our YouTube page:https://www.youtube.com/SportsSpectrumMagazineSign up for our Sports Spectrum Magazine and receive 15% off a 1-year subscription by using the code PODCAST15https://www.theincrease.com/products/sports-spectrum-magazine Do you know Christ personally? Click below to learn how you can commit your life to Him.https://sportsspectrum.com/gospel/Have you heard our other Sports Spectrum podcasts?Sports Spectrum's What's Up Podcast with Annabelle Hasselbeck - https://open.spotify.com/show/7CvX5oXnEuKIYI5GCVT7Hi?si=9c61982675f1413dSports Spectrum's Get in the Game Podcast with Scott Linebrink -https://open.spotify.com/show/7CFPZVet3TcsSJMZqRHndI?si=d6599c85917146a7
May 9, 2025 • 42min
The incredible story of human trafficking survivor Chi Braley
Today on the podcast:- Human Trafficking survivor Chi Braley joins the show to share her incredible story of redemption, forgiveness, motherhood and Jesus. (DISCLAIMER: The discussion in this podcast may not be suitable for our younger audience under the age of 12)Have a question? Got a guest suggestion? Want to advertise with us? Email us - jason@sportsspectrum.comWATCH all of our podcast episodes on our YouTube page:https://www.youtube.com/SportsSpectrumMagazineSign up for our Sports Spectrum Magazine and receive 15% off a 1-year subscription by using the code PODCAST15https://www.theincrease.com/products/sports-spectrum-magazine Do you know Christ personally? Click below to learn how you can commit your life to Him.https://sportsspectrum.com/gospel/Have you heard our other Sports Spectrum podcasts?Sports Spectrum's What's Up Podcast with Annabelle Hasselbeck - https://open.spotify.com/show/7CvX5oXnEuKIYI5GCVT7Hi?si=9c61982675f1413dSports Spectrum's Get in the Game Podcast with Scott Linebrink -https://open.spotify.com/show/7CFPZVet3TcsSJMZqRHndI?si=d6599c85917146a7
May 6, 2025 • 54min
Kendrick Bourne - Patriots WR on grace, redemption plus Matt shares on the "sovereignty" of God
Today on the podcast:- Matt and Jason recap this past weekend's Kentucky Derby and how Jesus got the glory. (01:36)- Matt shares what he learned at church on Sunday (21:33) - New England Patriots wide receiver Kendrick Bourne shares his powerful story of surrendering to Jesus (26:14) Have a question? Got a guest suggestion? Want to advertise with us? Email us - jason@sportsspectrum.comWATCH all of our podcast episodes on our YouTube page:https://www.youtube.com/SportsSpectrumMagazineSign up for our Sports Spectrum Magazine and receive 15% off a 1-year subscription by using the code PODCAST15https://www.theincrease.com/products/sports-spectrum-magazine Do you know Christ personally? Click below to learn how you can commit your life to Him.https://sportsspectrum.com/gospel/Have you heard our other Sports Spectrum podcasts?Sports Spectrum's What's Up Podcast with Annabelle Hasselbeck - https://open.spotify.com/show/7CvX5oXnEuKIYI5GCVT7Hi?si=9c61982675f1413dSports Spectrum's Get in the Game Podcast with Scott Linebrink -https://open.spotify.com/show/7CFPZVet3TcsSJMZqRHndI?si=d6599c85917146a7
May 2, 2025 • 29min
Andre Ward - Boxing HOF'er shares on redemption, forgiveness and preaching Jesus
Today on the podcast:- Boxing Hall of Famer and 2004 Olympic Gold Medalist Andre Ward joins the show to talk about representing Jesus in boxing, redemption from a tough childhood, his message for young people, serving as a youth pastor and appearing in the Creed moviesHave a question? Got a guest suggestion? Want to advertise with us? Email us - jason@sportsspectrum.comWATCH all of our podcast episodes on our YouTube page:https://www.youtube.com/SportsSpectrumMagazineSign up for our Sports Spectrum Magazine and receive 15% off a 1-year subscription by using the code PODCAST15https://www.theincrease.com/products/sports-spectrum-magazine Do you know Christ personally? Click below to learn how you can commit your life to Him.https://sportsspectrum.com/gospel/Have you heard our other Sports Spectrum podcasts?Sports Spectrum's What's Up Podcast with Annabelle Hasselbeck - https://open.spotify.com/show/7CvX5oXnEuKIYI5GCVT7Hi?si=9c61982675f1413dSports Spectrum's Get in the Game Podcast with Scott Linebrink -https://open.spotify.com/show/7CFPZVet3TcsSJMZqRHndI?si=d6599c85917146a7
Apr 29, 2025 • 57min
Adam Burt - NY Jets chaplain on following God's call — Plus Matt recaps the Shedeur Sanders slide
Today on the podcast:- Matt recaps the Bears 2025 Draft (01:08)- Matt reacts to QB Shedeur Sanders sliding to the 5th round (07:55) - Matt on "What I learned at church" this weekend (18:39)- Adam Burt shares his story from NHL player to NFL chaplain and serving with the New York Jets. (23:39) Have a question? Got a guest suggestion? Want to advertise with us? Email us - jason@sportsspectrum.comWATCH all of our podcast episodes on our YouTube page:https://www.youtube.com/SportsSpectrumMagazineSign up for our Sports Spectrum Magazine and receive 15% off a 1-year subscription by using the code PODCAST15https://www.theincrease.com/products/sports-spectrum-magazine Do you know Christ personally? Click below to learn how you can commit your life to Him.https://sportsspectrum.com/gospel/Have you heard our other Sports Spectrum podcasts?Sports Spectrum's What's Up Podcast with Annabelle Hasselbeck - https://open.spotify.com/show/7CvX5oXnEuKIYI5GCVT7Hi?si=9c61982675f1413dSports Spectrum's Get in the Game Podcast with Scott Linebrink -https://open.spotify.com/show/7CFPZVet3TcsSJMZqRHndI?si=d6599c85917146a7
Apr 25, 2025 • 1h 2min
Anthony "Spice" Adams - Former NFL player on football, faith, forgiveness, fatherhood and family
Today on the podcast:- Matt Forte's former Chicago Bears teammate Anthony "Spice" Adams joins us to talk about his family background, his NFL Draft Day experience, the challenges of playing nose guard, and the humorous moments they shared as teammates. They discuss the importance of camaraderie in the locker room, the highs and lows of game day rituals, and the adrenaline rush that follows a game. Have a question? Got a guest suggestion? Want to advertise with us? Email us - jason@sportsspectrum.comWATCH all of our podcast episodes on our YouTube page:https://www.youtube.com/SportsSpectrumMagazineSign up for our Sports Spectrum Magazine and receive 15% off a 1-year subscription by using the code PODCAST15https://www.theincrease.com/products/sports-spectrum-magazine Do you know Christ personally? Click below to learn how you can commit your life to Him.https://sportsspectrum.com/gospel/Have you heard our other Sports Spectrum podcasts?Sports Spectrum's What's Up Podcast with Annabelle Hasselbeck - https://open.spotify.com/show/7CvX5oXnEuKIYI5GCVT7Hi?si=9c61982675f1413dSports Spectrum's Get in the Game Podcast with Scott Linebrink -https://open.spotify.com/show/7CFPZVet3TcsSJMZqRHndI?si=d6599c85917146a7
Apr 22, 2025 • 39min
Matt Forte shares his NFL Draft Day experience in 2008 and what he learned at Easter Sunday service
Today on the podcast:- Matt and Jason talk Easter Sunday and Matt shares what he learned at church. (00:36) - Matt shares his NFL Draft Day experience from back in 2008 when he was selected in the second round by the Bears. (15:45) - Matt talks through his favorite running backs from this 2025 NFL Draft class. (29:24) Have a question? Got a guest suggestion? Want to advertise with us? Email us - jason@sportsspectrum.comWATCH all of our podcast episodes on our YouTube page:https://www.youtube.com/SportsSpectrumMagazineSign up for our Sports Spectrum Magazine and receive 15% off a 1-year subscription by using the code PODCAST15https://www.theincrease.com/products/sports-spectrum-magazine Do you know Christ personally? Click below to learn how you can commit your life to Him.https://sportsspectrum.com/gospel/Have you heard our other Sports Spectrum podcasts?Sports Spectrum's What's Up Podcast with Annabelle Hasselbeck - https://open.spotify.com/show/7CvX5oXnEuKIYI5GCVT7Hi?si=9c61982675f1413dSports Spectrum's Get in the Game Podcast with Scott Linebrink -https://open.spotify.com/show/7CFPZVet3TcsSJMZqRHndI?si=d6599c85917146a7
Apr 18, 2025 • 41min
Derwin Gray - Former NFL player turned pastor on being Lit Up with Love
Today on the podcast:- Former NFL player turned pastor Derwin Gray joins us to share his transformative experience of faith with the "Naked Preacher," the significance of love in the Christian life, and reflects on Good Friday and Easter.Have a question? Got a guest suggestion? Want to advertise with us? Email us - jason@sportsspectrum.comWATCH all of our podcast episodes on our YouTube page:https://www.youtube.com/SportsSpectrumMagazineSign up for our Sports Spectrum Magazine and receive 15% off a 1-year subscription by using the code PODCAST15https://www.theincrease.com/products/sports-spectrum-magazine Do you know Christ personally? Click below to learn how you can commit your life to Him.https://sportsspectrum.com/gospel/Have you heard our other Sports Spectrum podcasts?Sports Spectrum's What's Up Podcast with Annabelle Hasselbeck - https://open.spotify.com/show/7CvX5oXnEuKIYI5GCVT7Hi?si=9c61982675f1413dSports Spectrum's Get in the Game Podcast with Scott Linebrink -https://open.spotify.com/show/7CFPZVet3TcsSJMZqRHndI?si=d6599c85917146a7
Apr 15, 2025 • 1h 3min
Former MLB pitcher Scott Linebrink on serving others, plus Matt Forte on Holy Week 2025
Today on the podcast:- (00:56) Matt and Jason discuss Holy Week 2025 and (09:30) Matt encourages us to truly seek out Jesus and what this week truly means.- (18:13) 12-year MLB pitcher Scott Linebrink on his MLB debut 25 years ago and serving othersHave a question? Got a guest suggestion? Want to advertise with us? Email us - jason@sportsspectrum.comWATCH all of our podcast episodes on our YouTube page:https://www.youtube.com/SportsSpectrumMagazineSign up for our Sports Spectrum Magazine and receive 15% off a 1-year subscription by using the code PODCAST15https://www.theincrease.com/products/sports-spectrum-magazine Do you know Christ personally? Click below to learn how you can commit your life to Him.https://sportsspectrum.com/gospel/Have you heard our other Sports Spectrum podcasts?Sports Spectrum's What's Up Podcast with Annabelle Hasselbeck - https://open.spotify.com/show/7CvX5oXnEuKIYI5GCVT7Hi?si=9c61982675f1413dSports Spectrum's Get in the Game Podcast with Scott Linebrink -https://open.spotify.com/show/7CFPZVet3TcsSJMZqRHndI?si=d6599c85917146a7
