

Sports Spectrum Podcast
Sports Spectrum
Sports Spectrum is an interview driven podcast hosted by former Chicago Bears Pro Bowl running back Matt Forte.
Each episode, Forte will bring you stories and conversations at the intersection of sports and Jesus.
Each episode, Forte will bring you stories and conversations at the intersection of sports and Jesus.
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Jun 2, 2023 • 33min
USA Olympic softball player Michelle Moultrie on being created for His glory
Michelle Moultrie is a professional softball player and a member of the 2020 USA Olympic softball team. She played college softball at the University of Florida and in 2012 was named SEC Player of the Year. She was named Third-Team All-American her junior year and First-Team All-American her senior year in helping the Gators to three Women's College World Series appearances in her four seasons. In 2022, she was inducted into the Florida Gators Hall of Fame. She became a member of the USA Women's National Softball Team in 2011 and a decade later, was a member of the 2020 silver medal-winning USA Olympic softball team (played in 2021). Currently, Michelle is a part of the OKC Spark softball team that will begin play June 15th as part of the Women's Professional Fastpitch League. Today on the podcast, we talk to Michelle Moultrie about using her platform of softball to point others to Christ, helping start Church on the Dirt ministry and playing on the biggest stage as a college softball player at the Women's College World Series. Sign up for our Sports Spectrum Magazine and receive 15% off a 1-year subscription by using the code PODCAST15 http://SportsSpectrum.com/magazine

May 31, 2023 • 34min
2022 NL MVP Paul Goldschmidt on his faith in Jesus and serving others
Paul Goldschmidt is the reigning National League MVP. The St. Louis Cardinals first baseman is seven-time All-Star and currently in his 13th MLB season. This interview originally aired on Sports Spectrum's GET IN THE GAME podcast, hosted by Scott LInebrink. You can listen to more episodes of GITG here. https://sportsspectrum.com/get-in-the-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

May 30, 2023 • 33min
Denver Nuggets team chaplain and PA announcer Kyle Speller
Kyle Speller serves as the Denver Nuggets team chaplain and the PA announcer during home games. He joins us today to preview the NBA Finals and talk about what faith was like within the Denver Nuggets locker room this past season. Sign up for our Sports Spectrum Magazine and receive 15% off a 1-year subscription by using the code PODCAST15 http://SportsSpectrum.com/magazine

May 29, 2023 • 34min
NFL fullback Michael Burton on winning a Super Bowl and living for Christ
Mike Burton is a fullback in the NFL with the Denver Broncos. He came to the NFL as a fifth round selection by the Detroit Lions in 2015 after a successful college career at Rutgers. After two seasons with the Lions, Burton would spend the next four seasons with Chicago, New Orleans and Washington. In 2021, he signed with Kansas City and last season, he played in Super Bowl LVII and won a championship with the Chiefs. In March of 2023, he signed a one-year deal with the Denver Broncos. Today on the podcast, we talk to Burton about winning a Super Bowl, signing a contract to play with Denver and why his faith in Jesus has sustained him in the ups and downs of his NFL journey. Sign up for our Sports Spectrum Magazine and receive 15% off a 1-year subscription by using the code PODCAST15 http://SportsSpectrum.com/magazine

May 28, 2023 • 7min
Rick Barnes - Sports Spectrum Minute
Welcome to the Sports Spectrum Minute featuring a short clip of inspiration from a previous Sports Spectrum Podcast interview. Today we hear from Tennessee men's basketball coach Rick Barnes. He appeared on Sports Spectrum's Podcast in July 2019. You can listen to the entire interview here. Receive our Sports Spectrum Devotional written by professional athletes for FREE when you sign up for our Sports Spectrum Weekly Email Newsletter. Sign up here. http://SportsSpectrum.com/newsletter

May 26, 2023 • 17min
Chicago Bears CEO Kevin Warren and Pro Football HOF'er Tony Dungy
Kevin Warren is the President and chief executive officer (CEO) of the Chicago Bears and former Commissioner of the Big Ten. Tony Dungy is a Super Bowl winning player and coach, NBC Sports NFL Analyst and Pro Football Hall of Famer. Today on the podcast, we talk to Kevin Warren and Tony Dungy about living an uncommon life. Coach Dungy shares why Kevin was the perfect recipient of the Tony Dungy Uncommon Award. Kevin Warren shares how Jesus Christ has impacted his life. Sign up for our Sports Spectrum Magazine and receive 15% off a 1-year subscription by using the code PODCAST15 http://SportsSpectrum.com/magazine

May 24, 2023 • 29min
Rachel Joy Baribeau on mental wellness and finding "Relentless Joy"
Rachel Joy Baribeau is a professional encourager. She is the founder of “Changing the Narrative,” a movement promoting positive mental health and encouragement for students, professionals and parents to create an individual legacy of purpose, passion and platform. Baribeau is the host of the Joystarters podcast and also the author of the book, "Relentless Joy" releasing June 20, 2023 A graduate of Auburn University’s broadcast journalism program, Baribeau has delivered insightful commentary as a sports broadcaster to millions of fans via national broadcasters such as FOX Sports, ESPN, CBS Sports, Yahoo and SiriusXM. On this episode of the podcast, we welcome Baribeau back to the show to talk about what it means to find relentless joy, changing the narrative on mental health and coaching the coaches and players in sports to be joy starters. Receive our Sports Spectrum Devotional written by professional athletes for FREE when you sign up for our Sports Spectrum Weekly Email Newsletter. Sign up here. http://SportsSpectrum/newsletter Learn more about the CWS Conference (Christians Working in Sports) coming June 23 and 24 in Minneapolis, MN http://cws.uncommonsg.org

May 22, 2023 • 43min
Golden Tate on adjusting to retired life and seeking God for his true purpose
Golden Tate is a former NFL wide receiver who played 11 professional seasons with the Seahawks, Lions, Eagles and Giants. He was selected by Seattle in the second round of the 2010 NFL Draft and three years later, was a Super Bowl champion. In 2014, he signed a free agent deal with the Lions, where he played five seasons before being traded to Philadelphia. He ended his career playing his final two seasons with the New York Giants. Today on the podcast, we talk to Golden Tate about growing in his faith, adjusting to retirement life and seeking God for his true purpose in his post-playing career. Receive our Sports Spectrum Devotional written by professional athletes for FREE when you sign up for our Sports Spectrum Weekly Email Newsletter. Sign up here. http://SportsSpectrum.com/newsletter

May 21, 2023 • 7min
Jim Leyritz - Sports Spectrum Minute
Welcome to the Sports Spectrum Minute featuring a short clip of inspiration from a previous Sports Spectrum Podcast interview. Today we hear from two-time World Series champion baseabll player Jim Leyritz. He appeared on Sports Spectrum's Podcast in August 2019. You can listen to the entire interview here. Receive our Sports Spectrum Devotional written by professional athletes for FREE when you sign up for our Sports Spectrum Weekly Email Newsletter. Sign up here. http://SportsSpectrum/newsletter Learn more about the CWS Conference (Christians Working in Sports) coming June 23 and 24 in Minneapolis, MN http://cws.uncommonsg.org

May 19, 2023 • 45min
Tampa Bay Rays pitcher Ryan Thompson on apologetics and being more intentional about his faith
Ryan Thompson is a relief pitcher with the Tampa Bay Rays. The Turner, Oregon native was selected in the 23rd round of the 2014 MLB Draft by the Houston Astros after playing college baseball at Campbell University. In 2018, the Tampa Bay Rays selected Ryan in the Rule 5 Draft and two years later, during the Covid pandemic, Ryan made his MLB debut on July 24, 2020 with the Rays. Today on the podcast, we talk to Ryan Thompson about his testimony of faith in Jesus, understanding that baseball isn't who he is and becoming more intentional about sharing his faith. Receive our Sports Spectrum Devotional written by professional athletes for FREE when you sign up for our Sports Spectrum Weekly Email Newsletter. Sign up here. http://SportsSpectrum.com/newsletter