Sports Spectrum Podcast

Troy Vincent, NFL's Executive Vice President of Football Operations

31 Jan 2020

Contributed by Lukas

Episode 449 Troy Vincent is a 5-time Pro Bowl defensive back who played 15 seasons in the NFL with the Dolphins, Eagles, Bills and Redskins from 1992-...

San Francisco 49ers Players on Faith at the Super Bowl

31 Jan 2020

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Live from Super Bowl LIV in Miami, Florida, Sports Spectrum talked to five members of the San Francisco 49ers:  wide receiver Jordan Matthews, assist...

Kansas City Chiefs Players on Faith at the Super Bowl

31 Jan 2020

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Live from Super Bowl LIV in Miami, Florida, Sports Spectrum talked to four members of the Kansas City Chiefs: offensive lineman Stefen Wisniewski, de...

Mitch Holthus, Voice of the Kansas City Chiefs

30 Jan 2020

Contributed by Lukas

Mitch Holthus has been calling Kansas City Chiefs football games since 1994. Now in his 24th season, Mitch will get his chance to call his first Super...

Larry Johnson - Former Kansas City Chiefs Pro Bowl Running Back

29 Jan 2020

Contributed by Lukas

For two seasons in Kansas City, Larry Johnson was the best running back in the NFL. In 2003, he was selected by the Chiefs in the first round with pic...

Rebecca Bender, Author/Human Trafficking Survivor

29 Jan 2020

Contributed by Lukas

Episode 448 Rebecca Bender is a survivor. Growing up in a small town in Oregon, Bender had dreams of living a purposeful life.  Rebecca thought she f...

Earl Smith, San Francisco 49ers Team Chaplain

28 Jan 2020

Contributed by Lukas

Episode 447 Reverend Earl Smith is the team chaplain for the 2019 NFC Champion San Francisco 49ers as well as the NBA's Golden State Warriors.  In 19...

Marcellus Casey, Kansas City Chiefs Team Chaplain

27 Jan 2020

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Episode 446 Marcellus Casey is the team chaplain for the Kansas City Chiefs. Prior to his time with the Chiefs, Marcellus served with the Fellowship o...

Brent Jones, San Francisco 49ers 3-time Super Bowl Champion

26 Jan 2020

Contributed by Lukas

Brent Jones played 11 seasons with the San Francisco 49ers from 1987 to 1997. The four-time Pro Bowler played in 7 NFC Championship Games in his 11 ye...

Napoleon Kaufman - Pastor, Former Raiders Running Back

24 Jan 2020

Contributed by Lukas

Episode 445 Napoleon Kaufman is a former NFL running back who played six seasons with the Raiders. He was selected in the first round of the 1995 NFL ...

Blake Mazza, Washington State Kicker

23 Jan 2020

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Episode 444 Blake Mazza just finished his redshirt sophomore season as the kicker for the Washington State football team. The Plano, Texas native was ...

Dr. E. Dewey Smith Jr - Pastor/Speaker/Musician

22 Jan 2020

Contributed by Lukas

Episode 443 Dr. E. Dewey Smith Jr is the senior pastor at The House of Hope in Atlanta, Georgia. Besides leading a congregation as a minister, he is a...

Matt Wieters: Four-Time MLB All-Star Catcher

21 Jan 2020

Contributed by Lukas

Episode 442 Matt Wieters has played 11 seasons as a Major League Baseball catcher. He was selected in the first round (5th overall) in the 2007 MLB Am...

Mike "Doc" Emrick - NBC Hockey Broadcaster

20 Jan 2020

Contributed by Lukas

Episode 441 Mike "Doc" Emrick is a legend in the broadcasting circles. He's currently the play by play voice for NBC's NHL coverage. He began his broa...

Jaelene Hinkle, North Carolina Courage Soccer Player

17 Jan 2020

Contributed by Lukas

Episode 440 Jaelene Hinkle plays professional soccer for the North Carolina Courage in the National Women’s Soccer League (NWSL). She was selected s...

Rodney Pryor - NBA G League Player

15 Jan 2020

Contributed by Lukas

Episode 439 Rodney Pryor plays professional basketball in the NBA's G League with the Salt Lake City Stars. He played his college basketball at Robert...

Brad Mann, Founder - LIVIN' THE DREAM

14 Jan 2020

Contributed by Lukas

Episode 438 Brad Mann is the founder of Livin’ The Dream, an organization that aims to positively influence people through the game of basketball. ...

Jonathan Stewart, Former Carolina Panthers Running Back

13 Jan 2020

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Episode 437 Jonathan Stewart played 11 seasons in the NFL with the Carolina Panthers and New York Giants. He was selected in the first round (13th ove...

Cory Procter - Former Dallas Cowboys Offensive Lineman

10 Jan 2020

Contributed by Lukas

Episode 436 Cory Procter is a former NFL offensive lineman who played six seasons with the Lions, Cowboys and Dolphins. He played five years in Dallas...

Markus Howard, Marquette Men's Basketball Player

09 Jan 2020

Contributed by Lukas

BONUS EPISODE Markus Howard is a senior guard for the Marquette men's basketball team. In his junior year, Howard was named the 2019 Big East Player o...

Morolake Akinosun - USA Olympic Gold Medal Sprinter

08 Jan 2020

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Episode 435 Morolake Akinosun is an USA Olympic Sprinter. She began her career in college at the University of Texas where she was a four-time NCAA 4 ...

Esther Fleece Allen - Author/Speaker

07 Jan 2020

Contributed by Lukas

Episode 434 Esther Fleece Allen is an author and speaker. Her first book, "No More Faking Fine" was a bestseller when it was released in 2017 and now,...

Brent Suter - Milwaukee Brewers Pitcher

06 Jan 2020

Contributed by Lukas

Episode 433 Brent Suter is a pitcher with the Milwaukee Brewers. He was selected in the 31st round of the 2012 MLB Draft by Milwaukee after playing co...

Brad Lomenick - H3 Leadership

03 Jan 2020

Contributed by Lukas

Episode 432 Brad Lomenick is the author of two books including "H3 Leadership" and "The Catalyst Leader." He is a business entrepreneur, speaker and l...

Emily Westerberg Love - Arizona State Basketball Hall of Famer

31 Dec 2019

Contributed by Lukas

Episode 431 Emily Westerberg Love is a former basketball player with the Arizona State Sun Devils. In high school at Central Valley in Oregon, Emily w...

Kevin O'Brien, Lipscomb Women's Soccer Coach

31 Dec 2019

Contributed by Lukas

Episode 430 Kevin O'Brien is the head coach of the Lipscomb University women's soccer team. He was named to the position in 2012 and has led the Lady ...

Chris Reis - Super Bowl Winning Pastor

30 Dec 2019

Contributed by Lukas

Episode 429 Chris Reis is a former NFL safety with the New Orleans Saints and Atlanta Falcons. He was a member of the Saints’ 2009 Super Bowl-winnin...

Burshaud Williams - Basketball in China

28 Dec 2019

Contributed by Lukas

Burshaud "Shaud" Williams is a basketball coach overseas in China for the Loong Lions in the China Basketball Association.  On this BONUS episode of ...

Cecil Shorts III - Former NFL Wide Receiver

27 Dec 2019

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Episode 428 Cecil Shorts III is a former NFL wide receiver. He was selected by the Jacksonville Jaguars in the fourth round of the 2011 NFL Draft (114...

Rachel Baribeau, Changing the Narrative

26 Dec 2019

Contributed by Lukas

As the south’s sweetheart of sports, Rachel Baribeau has been dubbed an “SEC-ologist” as she has covered the SEC, and college football, for over...

Cooper Rothe, Wyoming Kicker

25 Dec 2019

Contributed by Lukas

Episode 427 Cooper Rothe is the kicker for the University of Wyoming football team. In 2018, Rothe was one of three national finalists for the Lou Gro...

Bernhard Langer: 2-time Masters Champion

24 Dec 2019

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Episode 426 Bernhard Langer is a golfing legend. He's the winner of two Masters championships in 1985 and 1993. He has 114 professional in his career ...

Don Cousins - Pastor, Kirk's Dad

23 Dec 2019

Contributed by Lukas

Episode 425 Don Cousins is a pastor at Discovery Church in Orlando, Florida and the author of multiple books including "Experiencing Leadershift" and ...

Bryan Gee, Former Longwood College Basketball Player

21 Dec 2019

Contributed by Lukas

Bryan Gee almost died. In 2016, after going in for a routine appendectomy surgery, Bryan suffered complications in the aftermath and almost suffocated...

Joel Dreessen - Former NFL Tight End

20 Dec 2019

Contributed by Lukas

Episode 424 Joel Dreessen played eight seasons in the NFL as a tight end with the Jets, Texans and Broncos. He was selected in the sixth round of the ...

Storm Murphy - Wofford Men's Basketball Player

19 Dec 2019

Contributed by Lukas

BONUS EPISODE Storm Murphy is a junior guard on the Wofford Men's Basketball team. In his first two seasons, Murphy saw extensive playing time in help...

Mark Immelman - PGA Tour Commentator, Golf Coach

18 Dec 2019

Contributed by Lukas

Episode 423 Mark Immelman is the Director of Golf at Columbus State University where he's oversees both the men and women golf programs. In addition t...

Jefferson Bethke, To Hell with the Hustle

17 Dec 2019

Contributed by Lukas

Episode 422 Jefferson Bethke is a New York Times-bestselling author and speaker who has written four books. In 2012, Bethke’s YouTube video, “Why ...

Mike DeVito, Former NFL Defensive Lineman

16 Dec 2019

Contributed by Lukas

Episode 421 Mike DeVito played nine seasons in the NFL with the Jets and the Chiefs. He was undrafted coming into the league in 2007 from the Universi...

Bill Curry - Super Bowl Champion, Former Football Coach

13 Dec 2019

Contributed by Lukas

Episode 420 Bill Curry is a football treasure. He is a former NFL player with the Packers, Colts, Oilers and Rams. During his playing career, he was a...

James Hurst, Baltimore Ravens Offensive Lineman

11 Dec 2019

Contributed by Lukas

BONUS EPISODE James Hurst is an offensive lineman with the Baltimore Ravens. Hurst was undrafted in 2014 out of North Carolina but made the Ravens squ...

Clay Scroggins: Author - How to Lead When You're Not in Charge

11 Dec 2019

Contributed by Lukas

Episode 419 Clay Scroggins is a pastor of Buckhead Church in Atlanta and the author of two books, How to Lead When You're Not in Charge and his latest...

George Barber, Greenville University Men's Basketball Coach

10 Dec 2019

Contributed by Lukas

Episode 418 George Barber is the head basketball coach at Greenville University, a Division III school in Greenville, Ilinois. Prior to his time with ...

Jason Hanson, Former Detroit Lions Kicker

09 Dec 2019

Contributed by Lukas

Episode 417 Jason Hanson played 21 seasons in the NFL, all with the Detroit Lions from 1992-2012. He was selected in the second round of the 1992 NFL ...

Charlie Ernst - Findlay University Men's Basketball Coach

06 Dec 2019

Contributed by Lukas

Episode 416 Charlie Ernst is the men’s basketball head coach at Findlay University in Ohio. He is a two-time GMAC Coach of the Year in 2018 and 201...

Inky Johnson - Former Tennessee Football Player, Motivational Speaker

05 Dec 2019

Contributed by Lukas

Today we listen to a portion of our inspiring interview with former Tennessee Volunteers football player Inky Johnson. With a dream of playing in the ...

Harvey Pendleton - San Antonio Spurs Chaplain

04 Dec 2019

Contributed by Lukas

Episode 415 Harvey Pendleton is one of three chaplains for the San Antonio Spurs in the NBA. He came to the Spurs in 1996 and has served as a chaplain...

Chris Marlow - Doing Good is Simple

03 Dec 2019

Contributed by Lukas

Episode 414 Chris Marlow is the founder of "Help One Now." Last year, Help One Now partnered with Big League Impact and MLB players to build a seconda...

Ryan Clark - Super Bowl Champion, ESPN NFL Analyst

30 Nov 2019

Contributed by Lukas

Episode 413 Ryan Clark played 13 seasons in the NFL with the Giants, Redskins and Steelers from 2002-2014. After going undrafted out of LSU, Ryan was ...

Sam Acho, Tampa Bay Buccaneers Linebacker

29 Nov 2019

Contributed by Lukas

Episode 412 Sam Acho is currently a linebacker with the Tampa Bay Buccaneers. He was selected in the 4th round of the 2011 NFL Draft by the Arizona Ca...

Kirk Cousins, Minnesota Vikings Quarterback

28 Nov 2019

Contributed by Lukas

Today we bring you a conversation with Minnesota Vikings quarterback Kirk Cousins. Kirk signed the richest contract in NFL history with the Vikings in...

Jake Sullivan, Former Iowa State Basketball Player

27 Nov 2019

Contributed by Lukas

Episode 411 Jake Sullivan played college basketball at Iowa State from 2000-2004. Starting 115 of the 123 games he played in college, Jake finished hi...

Kristen Bell, College Basketball Referee

26 Nov 2019

Contributed by Lukas

Episode 410 Kristen Bell is in her ninth season as a Division 1 NCAA Women's Basketball referee. She is also a Sports Dietitian for the Red Bull North...

Football Sunday Podcast Preview

25 Nov 2019

Contributed by Lukas

From the creators of Sports Spectrum comes a brand new podcast --- FOOTBALL SUNDAY.  Subscribe today! Apple iTunes: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/po...

Turner and Donna Ward - Baseball, Faith and Cancer

25 Nov 2019

Contributed by Lukas

Episode 409 Turner Ward has been a part of Major League Baseball since making his debut as a player in 1990. He was selected in the 18th round of the ...

Matt Adams, 2019 World Series Champion

22 Nov 2019

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Episode 408 Matt Adams is a World Series champion. In 2019, he was part of the Washington Nationals team that defeated the Astros in 7 games to win Ma...

Patrick Estepp, Cedarville Men's Basketball Coach

21 Nov 2019

Contributed by Lukas

BONUS EPISODE Patrick Estepp is beginning his 20th season of coaching college basketball at Cedarville University (NCAA Division II). His school is pa...

Tim Lopes, Seattle Mariners Infielder/Outfielder

20 Nov 2019

Contributed by Lukas

Episode 405 Tim Lopes is an infielder with the Seattle Mariners. He was selected in the 6th round of the 2012 MLB Amateur Draft by the Mariners.  He ...

Danelle Bishop, Cal Poly Pomona Women's College Basketball Coach

19 Nov 2019

Contributed by Lukas

Episode 406 Danelle Bishop is the women's basketball coach for Cal Poly Pomona (Division 2). She was hired by CPP in 2010 and has led her teams to thr...

Jake Locker, Former Tennessee Titans QB

18 Nov 2019

Contributed by Lukas

Episode 405 Jake Locker is a former NFL quarterback. He was selected 8th overall by the Tennessee Titans in the first round of the 2011 NFL Draft. He ...

Carly Thibault-DuDonis, Minnesota Assistant Women's Basketball Coach

15 Nov 2019

Contributed by Lukas

Episode 404 Carly Thibault-DuDonis is the assistant women's basketball coach at the University of Minnesota. She came to Minnesota in April of 2018. P...

Derrick Brown, Auburn Defensive Tackle

14 Nov 2019

Contributed by Lukas

BONUS EPISODE Derrick Brown is a senior defensive tackle for the University of Auburn. Projected by many to be a first round pick in the 2020 NFL Draf...

Rennie Curran, Former Georgia Linebacker

13 Nov 2019

Contributed by Lukas

Episode 403 Rennie Curran is an author, speaker, podcast host and the CEO of Game Changer Coaching, whose mission is to help business professionals an...

Brooks Webb, Vanderbilt Baseball's Director of Operations

12 Nov 2019

Contributed by Lukas

Episode 402 Brooks Webb is currently the Director of Operations for the Vanderbilt University baseball team. Prior to his role with Vanderbilt, he was...

Mark Batterson - Pastor, Author

11 Nov 2019

Contributed by Lukas

Episode 401 Mark Batterson is the lead pastor of National Community Church in Washington, D.C. He is the author of numerous books including the New Yo...

Demario Davis, New Orleans Saints Linebacker

08 Nov 2019

Contributed by Lukas

Episode 400 Demario Davis is a Man of God. He's also a starting linebacker for the New Orleans Saints, a place he's been since signing with the team i...

Alterraun Verner: Former NFL Defensive Back

07 Nov 2019

Contributed by Lukas

Episode 399 Alterraun Verner played eight seasons in the NFL with the Tennessee Titans, Tampa Bay Buccaneers and Miami Dolphins. He selected in the fo...

Jimmy Dykes, ESPN College Basketball Analyst

06 Nov 2019

Contributed by Lukas

Episode 398 Jimmy Dykes is a college basketball analyst for ESPN. A 1985 graduate of the University of Arkansas, Jimmy played college basketball under...

Randy Rich, Former NFL Player

05 Nov 2019

Contributed by Lukas

Episode 397 Randy Rich is a former NFL player and current Vice President of the Dare to Dream program for K-LOVE/Air1 Radio.  He played his college f...

Rapolas Ivanauskas, Colgate Men's Basketball Player

04 Nov 2019

Contributed by Lukas

Episode 396 Rapolas Ivanuaskas plays college basketball for Colgate University. Last year, he was named the 2018-19 Patriot League Player of the Year ...

Garrett Gross, MMA Fighter (Glory to God)

31 Oct 2019

Contributed by Lukas

Episode 395 Garrett Gross is an MMA fighter who's nickname is "Glory to God." He has participated in 20 fights, with eleven victories and was featured...

Amy Lawrence, CBS Sports Radio Host

31 Oct 2019

Contributed by Lukas

Today we circle back to a conversation with CBS Sports Radio Host Amy Lawrence from Episode 52 back in November of 2017.  Amy came to CBS Sports in 2...

Tad Glibert - Following God's Call

30 Oct 2019

Contributed by Lukas

Episode 394 Tad Glibert's story is one that needs to be heard. Tad is a former assistant director of operations for the Northwestern University men's ...

Tony Stockman, Columbia International University Men's Basketball Coach

29 Oct 2019

Contributed by Lukas

Episode 393 Tony Stockman is the men's basketball coach at Columbia International University in Columbia, South Carolina. CIU is an NAIA school and a ...

Clark Kellogg, CBS Sports College Basketball Analyst

28 Oct 2019

Contributed by Lukas

Episode 392 Clark Kellogg is one of the most respected voices covering college basketball today. The CBS Sports analyst was once a top college basketb...

Jessica Kern, Tennessee State Women's Basketball Coach

25 Oct 2019

Contributed by Lukas

Episode 391 Jessica Kern is the head women's basketball coach at Tennessee State University. Prior to her arrival at Tennessee State in 2016, she was ...

Matthew Slater, New England Patriots 7-time Pro Bowler

24 Oct 2019

Contributed by Lukas

Today we bring to you a conversation with Matthew Slater of the New England Patriots from March of 2018. He is a 7-time Pro Bowl special teams ace who...

Barry Zito, Former MLB Pitcher

23 Oct 2019

Contributed by Lukas

Episode 390 Barry Zito pitched for 15 seasons in the Major Leagues from 2000-2006 with the Oakland A's, 2007-2013 with the San Francisco Giants and ag...

Robby Rowland, Pro Baseball Pitcher

22 Oct 2019

Contributed by Lukas

Episode 389 Robby Rowland is a professional baseball player. He was selected in the third round of the 2010 MLB Amateur Draft by the Arizona Diamondba...

Jermon Bushrod, Former NFL Offensive Lineman

21 Oct 2019

Contributed by Lukas

Episode 388 Jermon Bushrod played 12 years in the NFL with the Saints, Bears and Dolphins. He was selected in the fourth round of the 2007 NFL Draft b...

Nate Oats, Alabama Men's Basketball Coach

18 Oct 2019

Contributed by Lukas

Episode 387 Nate Oats is the head coach of the University of Alabama men's basketball program. He came to Tuscaloosa in March after five successful ye...

Darryl Strawberry, 4-time World Series Champion

17 Oct 2019

Contributed by Lukas

Darryl Strawberry is an 8-time All-Star and 4-time World Series champion who played 17 MLB seasons with the Mets, Dodgers, Giants and Yankees. He join...

Rachael Denhollander, What is a Girl Worth?

16 Oct 2019

Contributed by Lukas

Episode 386 Rachael Denhollander’s voice was heard around the world when she spoke out to end the most shocking scandal in US gymnastics history. T...

Joe DiPenta, 2007 Stanley Cup Champion

15 Oct 2019

Contributed by Lukas

Episode 385 Joe Dipenta is a former NHL player. He was selected 61st overall by the Florida Panthers in the 1998 NHL Entry Draft.  Growing up in Cole...

King McClure, Former Baylor Basketball Player

14 Oct 2019

Contributed by Lukas

Episode 384 King McClure is a former college basketball player with the Baylor Bears. Coming out of high school, King was ranked the 36th player overa...

Melanie Newman - Salem Red Sox Lead Broadcaster

11 Oct 2019

Contributed by Lukas

Episode 383 Melanie Newman is a broadcasting pioneer. She is one of only five women in the nation to call play-by-play for a professional affiliated b...

David Johnson, Arizona Cardinals Running Back

10 Oct 2019

Contributed by Lukas

David Johnson is an NFL running back with the Arizona Cardinals. He was selected in the third round (86th overall) by Arizona in the 2015 NFL Draft. ...

Danny Graves, Former MLB Pitcher

09 Oct 2019

Contributed by Lukas

Episode 382 Danny Graves is a former Major League Baseball pitcher. He was selected in the fourth round of the 1994 MLB Amateur Draft by Cleveland and...

Collin Radack, Richmond Spiders Hitting Coach

08 Oct 2019

Contributed by Lukas

Episode 381 Collin Radack just finished up his second season as the hitting coach for the Richmond Spiders.  An All-American outfielder, Radack was d...

Jonathan Isaac, Orlando Magic Forward

07 Oct 2019

Contributed by Lukas

Episode 380 Jonathan Isaac is a forward for the Orlando Magic in the NBA. Selected in the first round (sixth overall) of the 2017 NBA Draft by the Mag...

Ravi Zacharias - Speaker, Evangelist, Author

04 Oct 2019

Contributed by Lukas

On this bonus episode of the podcast, we talk to author and evangelist Ravi Zacharias.  Ravi is the president and founder of Ravi Zacharias Internati...

Taurus Montgomery - Author, Pastor, Speaker

04 Oct 2019

Contributed by Lukas

Episode 379 Taurus Montgomery is a pastor at Pioneer Memorial Church Harbor of Hope in Michigan and is the author of the book "Set On Fire: How Life's...

Jeremy Affeldt, 3-time World Series Champion

03 Oct 2019

Contributed by Lukas

Jeremy Affeldt pitched 14 seasons in Major League Baseball from 2002-2015 and is the recipient of three World Series championships with the San Franci...

Kent Bottenfield - Former MLB Pitcher, Palm Beach Atlantic Baseball Coach

02 Oct 2019

Contributed by Lukas

Episode 378 Kent Bottenfield is the head baseball coach for Palm Beach Atlantic University. The former MLB pitcher was selected in the fourth round of...

Sarah Roberts, Fellowship of Christian Athletes Area Director

30 Sep 2019

Contributed by Lukas

Episode 377 Sarah Roberts is the area director for the Fellowship of Christian Athletes in Atlanta. As a wife of a coach and the daughter of a coach, ...

Jeremiah Trotter, Philadelphia Eagles Hall of Fame Linebacker

29 Sep 2019

Contributed by Lukas

Episode 376 Jeremiah Trotter is a former linebacker who played 11 seasons in the NFL with the Eagles, Redskins and Buccaneers. He was selected in the ...

Barnabas Piper, Author/Speaker

27 Sep 2019

Contributed by Lukas

Episode 375 Barnabas Piper is the author of three books including his latest, "The Curious Christian."  He is an avid sports fan with allegiances to ...

Mark Price, 4-time NBA All-Star

26 Sep 2019

Contributed by Lukas

Today we look back to December of 2017, Episode 60 of the podcast with 4-time NBA All-Star and basketball coach Mark Price.  Price played 12 years i...

Mikey Ambrose, Atlanta United MLS Soccer Player

25 Sep 2019

Contributed by Lukas

Episode 374 Mikey Ambrose is a defender for the Atlanta United in MLS. He played his college soccer at Maryland, and in January 2015 left college earl...

Darrin Patrick, Pastor/Speaker

24 Sep 2019

Contributed by Lukas

Episode 373 Darrin Patrick is the author of the book "The Dude's Guide to Marriage and the founding pastor of "The Journey Church" in 2002. He was the...