Sports Spectrum Podcast

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 using the code PODCAST15 http://SportsSpectrum.com/magazine 

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://SportsSpectrum.com/magazine 

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