Sports Spectrum Podcast

Matthew Hasselbeck played 15 seasons in the NFL with the Packers, Seahawks, Titans and Colts. The 3-time Pro Bowler led Seattle to their first ever Super Bowl berth in 2005 against the Pittsburgh Steeelers.  Today on the podcast, we talk to Matthew Hasselbeck about his Super Bowl XL experience.  ----- If you enjoyed this episode with Matthew we know you'll love these conversations as well: Episode 336 - Matt Forte and Justin Forsett Episode 280 - Nate and Lexi Solder

Preparing for his second straight Super Bowl, Kansas City Chiefs fullback Anthony Sherman joins us to talk about winning another AFC championship, the nickname that coach Andy Reid gave him, getting Covid midway through the year, what the Lord taught him during that time in quarantine and how faith has played a large role in his life this season.  ---- If you enjoyed this podcast with Clyde, we know you'll love these conversations as well: - Anthony Sherman from 2020 - Tony Dungy from 2019

Eric Wood played nine seasons in the NFL with the Buffalo Bills from 2009-2017. He was selected in the first round of the 2009 NFL Draft by Buffalo and would become a staple on the offensive line, starting all 120 games that he participated in.  The former Louisville alum was selected to the Pro Bowl in 2015 and was a part of the Bills team in 2017 that won nine games and ended an 18-year playoff drought. After retiring because of an injury in 2018, Wood moved into the broadcasting arena and is currently a football analyst with the ACC Network and part of the Buffalo Bills radio team. He also is the host of the "What's Next with Eric Wood" podcast.  Today on the show, Eric shares his love for Bills Mafia, the adjustment into retirement, being a broadcaster, giving his life to Christ in 2012 and the difficulty of playing the Center position in the NFL.  ..... If you enjoyed this episode with Vernon, we know you'll love these conversations as well: Lorenzo Alexander - Former NFL Linebacker Troy Vincent, NFL VP of Football Operations

New York Giants offensive lineman and two-time Super Bowl champion Nate Solder joins Brock Huard to talk about stepping away from football in 2020, the health of his son Hudson and his desire to serve God and others through Compassion International.  You can watch the entire Sports Spectrum Football Special with Tony Dungy, Brock Huard and Nate Solder: https://sportsspectrum.com/sport/football/2021/01/05/watch-sports-spectrum-football-special-3/  You can learn more about joining Compassion and Pro Athletes in releasing children from poverty: http://FilltheStadium.com  You can order Football Sunday 2021 for your church by visiting http://FootballSunday.com

Annie F. Downs is a bestselling author, sought-after speaker, and successful podcast host based in Nashville, Tennessee. Annie is the host of the popular "That Sounds Fun" podcast and has written multiple  bestselling books including: 100 Days to Brave and Remember God. Her latest book, "That Sounds Fun" releases February 2, 2021.  On today's episode, we talk to Annie about her new book, the most nervous she's ever been for an interview, her love for Georgia Football, her friendship with former Titans linebacker Tim Shaw and the importance of discernment and saying no when necessary.  ..... If you enjoyed this episode with Annie, we know you'll love these conversations as well: Molly McManamie - NFL Player Agent Kelli Masters - NFL Player Agent

The Tampa Bay Buccaneers are NFC champions and preparing to face the Kansas City Chiefs in Super Bowl LV on February 7.  Tampa's punter Bradley Pinion joins us on the podcast today to talk about beating the Packers to go to the Super Bowl, the peace he's felt from the Lord all season, preparing for the biggest game of his life, and how he stayed connected to God during this season.  ---- If you liked this episode with Bradley, you'll love these conversations as well: Bradley Pinion from August 2019 Ryan Succop from June 2019

Ben Higgins is best known from season 20 of ABC's his series, "The Bachelor." The show led to an enhanced social media platform that he now uses to share what he is most passionate about with others -- his faith, his hope for humanity, and his love of sports.  In 2017 Ben co-founded Generous International, a for-purpose company dedicated to contributing profits to social issues around the world. In February 2021, Higgins released his first book "Alone in Plain Sight: Searching for Connection When You're Seen but not Known." On today's podcast, we talk to Ben Higgins about growing up in Indiana and his love for basketball, his favorite sports memory at IU with the Hoosiers, releasing his first book, how he handled fame and celebrity, and the importance of staying grounded in his faith.  ..... If you enjoyed this episode with Ben, we know you'll love these conversations as well: Episode 20 - Louie Giglio (Pastor/Author) Episode 480 - Tom Allen (Indiana Head Football Coach) .....

Today on the podcast, we talk to former NFL running back Warrick Dunn about playing for Tony Dungy and Bobby Bowden, how coach Bowden helped Warrick cope with the death of his mother, his battle with mental illness and how his faith helps fuel him to give back and establish his HOME FOR THE HOLIDAYS program.  ...... If you enjoyed this episode with Warrick, we know you'll love these conversations as well: Episode 336 - Matt Forte and Justin Forsett Episode 132 - Maria Taylor

Dr. Armando Gonzalez is a licensed marriage and family therapist. Known as "Dr. Mondo," he is also a speaker and founder of Cheat Code, a service that provides concierge mental wellness coaching to current MLB, NFL, NBA, MLS and Team USA Olympic athletes.  Cheat Code was created to rewrite the narrative around mental health and end the stigma about receiving support and providing access to strategic, effective, mental health services to at risk and underserved communities.  On today's podcast, we talk to Dr. Mondo about mental health, the need for athletes to take care of themselves spiritually and mentally and not just physically, how his faith guides him in his work, and the importance of finding your identity in Jesus Christ.  ---- If you enjoyed this conversation with Dr. Mondo, you'll love these previous podcast episodes: Darlene Santore - Life Coach/Motivational Speaker Inky Johnson, former Tennessee defensive back, motivational speaker  

Jerheme Urban is the current head football coach at his alma mater, Trinity University in San Antonio, Texas. Urban played nine seasons in the NFL as a wide receiver with the Seahawks, Cardinals and Chiefs and was a member of the 2008 NFC Championship Arizona team that played in Super Bowl XLIII against Pittsburgh. During his time in college at Division III Trinity, Urban set school records for touchdowns and kickoff return yards and led the team in receptions, yards and touchdowns his senior year. In 2019, he was inducted into the Trinity Athletic Hall of Fame.  He was named the head coach at Trinity in November 2013 and has a 38-22 career record in his six seasons.  On today's podcast, we talk to Jerheme about his journey from Division III football player to the NFL, the impact teammates like Matt Hasselbeck, Trent Dilfer and Kurt Warner had on his faith, finding joy in a 2020 that saw his football season postponed, and his experience playing in Super Bowl XLIII with Arizona.  ..... If you enjoyed this episode with Vernon, we know you'll love these conversations as well: Dave Pasch - ESPN Play by Play Announcer Rapper Andy Mineo and Super Bowl Champion Trey Burton  .....