

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.
Episodes
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Jan 8, 2023 • 4min
Maria Taylor - 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 NBC Sports Host Maria Taylor. She appeared on Sports Spectrum's Podcast in July 2018. 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.

Jan 6, 2023 • 34min
Jade McCarthy and Jason Romano discuss being made new in Christ
Jade McCarthy is the host of Sports Spectrum’s “Transformed” podcast and a former on-air talent for ESPN. Today on the podcast, Jason and Jade react to two-time Super Bowl champion Stefen Wisniewski's comments on a recent “Transformed” podcast about being made new everyday in Christ and his desire to serve God in retirement and live everyday for Him. Looking for a great gift idea? Order our new devotional book: "The Increase 52 Week Devotional: Inspiring Stories of Faith from the World of Pro Sports." http://TheIncrease.com Listen to Jade's full interview with Stefen Wisniewski on Sports Spectrum's "Transformed" podcast -- https://sportsspectrum.com/transformed/2022/12/08/podcast-stefen-wisniewski-super-bowl-champion/

Jan 4, 2023 • 6min
Dan Orlovsky's prayer for Damar Hamlin on ESPN
Our host Jason Romano reacts to a tough week in the NFL and shares a powerful prayer that Dan Orlovsky offered on ESPN's NFL LIVE for Buffalo Bills safety Damar Hamlin.

Jan 4, 2023 • 36min
Malone University Men's Basketball Coach Casey Kaufman on building a Christ-centered program
Casey Kaufman is the head men's basketball coach at Malone University (D-II) in Ohio. He's been leading the program since 2015-16 and in 2021, led his program to 17 wins and an NCAA Division II tournament berth. Malone University is a Christian university located in Canton, Ohio. Today on the podcast, we talk to Casey Kaufman about what it means to build and lead a Christ-centered basketball program. Looking for faith/sports gift ideas? Check out our new Increase store with Sports Spectrum apparel, gifts, devotionals and more. - http://TheIncrease.com

Jan 2, 2023 • 39min
Pitcher Mark Appel on the blessings of 2022 and making his MLB debut after waiting 9 years
Mark Appel was the No. 1 overall pick in the 2013 MLB Amateur Draft by the Houston Astros. In 2015, he was traded to the Philadelphia Phillies, but in 2018 at the age of 26, he stepped away from baseball. After three years, he announced he was making a comeback to chase his MLB dream and return to pitch professionally. He appeared in 23 games with the Phillies’ Double- and Triple-A affiliates in 2021, striking out 60 batters in 71.1 innings pitched. In 2022, his dream was realized as he made his MLB debut in June with the Phillies. He would appear in 6 games, allowing two earned runs in 10.1 innings. Today on the podcast, we talk to Appel about achieving his MLB dream, remaining patient with God's plan and why he's building himself a super-van to drive around the country with. Looking for faith/sports gift ideas? Check out our new Increase store with Sports Spectrum apparel, gifts, devotionals and more. http://TheIncrease.com

Jan 1, 2023 • 4min
Andy Dalton - 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 NFL Quarterback Andy Dalton. The Saints QB appeared on Sports Spectrum's Podcast during his time with the Cincinnati Bengals in March 2018. 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.

Dec 30, 2022 • 34min
Adam and Jenny Wainwright - Best of 2022
This week, we're going to look back at 2022 and bring you our favorite and most listened to podcasts of this year. Today, we bring back a conversation from February 2022 with St. Louis Cardinals pitcher Adam Wainwright and his wife Jenny. Looking for faith/sports gift ideas? Check out our new Increase store with Sports Spectrum apparel, gifts, devotionals and more. http://TheIncrease.com

Dec 29, 2022 • 59min
Trent and Tori Dilfer - Best of 2022
This week, we're going to look back at 2022 and bring you our favorite and most listened to podcasts of this year. Today, we bring back a conversation from April 2022 with Trent Dilfer and his daughter Tori. Looking for faith/sports gift ideas? Check out our new Increase store with Sports Spectrum apparel, gifts, devotionals and more. http://TheIncrease.com

Dec 28, 2022 • 28min
Scott Drew - Best of 2022
This week, we're going to look back at 2022 and bring you our favorite and most listened to podcasts of this year. Today, we bring back a conversation from May 2022 with Baylor Men's Basketball Coach Scott Drew. Looking for faith/sports gift ideas? Check out our new Increase store with Sports Spectrum apparel, gifts, devotionals and more. http://TheIncrease.com

Dec 27, 2022 • 21min
Al Horford - Best of 2022
This week, we're going to look back at 2022 and bring you our favorite and most listened to podcasts of this year. Today, we bring back a conversation from October 2022 with Boston Celtics big man Al Horford. Looking for faith/sports gift ideas? Check out our new Increase store with Sports Spectrum apparel, gifts, devotionals and more. http://TheIncrease.com