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Sports Spectrum Podcast
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Sports Spectrum brings you stories and conversations at the intersection of sports and Jesus.
On Tuesday, former Chicago Bears pro bowl running back Matt Forte hosts TUEDAY MORNING RB.
On Friday, we feature a guest from the world of sports to share their Jesus story.
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Andy Searles and Andy Young - Soccer chaplains on faith at the World Cup and IJM's Freedom to Play
2d ago00:33:57Tap to summarizeAndy Searles is the team chaplain for Orlando City SC in the MLS. Andy Young is the team chaplain for the United States Men's National Team at the World Cup and for the Philadelphia Union in the MLS. Today on a bonus episode of the podcast, Andy and Andy join Annabelle Hasselbeck to talk about faith at the World Cup, the growing community of believers in soccer and the important work being done by International Justice Mission allowing kids in slavery to be free. Join us and our partners International Justice Mission in the fight to end modern slavery by visiting the website http://ijm.org/freedomtoplay
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TUESDAY MORNING RB - Matt on putting scriptures on pride caps, spiritual discipline and standing for the Bible
3d ago00:48:52Tap to summarizeThis is TUESDAY MORNING RUNNING BACK with Matt Forte for June 23, 2026TOPICS: 01:10 - Matt recaps his Father's Day weekend08:40 - Reading the Bible, not just the Bible App19:35 - SF Giants players posting Bible verses on their Pride Night hats31:31 - Shoutout IJM and "the Freedom to Play"32:58 - World Cup love (USA! USA!)35:57 - Matt's thoughts on Juneteenth39:58 - What we learned at church Special thanks to our friends at IJM. Join athletes, fans and IJM in the fight to end modern slavery. Because everyone deservesthe freedom to play. Visit ijm.org/freedomtoplay to learn more.Learn more about The King's Return:http://TheKingsReturn.comHave a question? Got a guest suggestion? Want to advertise with us? Email us - jason@sportsspectrum.comWATCH all of our podcast episodes on our YouTube page:https://www.youtube.com/SportsSpectrumMagazineSign up for our Sports Spectrum Magazine and receive 15% off a 1-year subscription by using the code PODCAST15https://www.theincrease.com/products/sports-spectrum-magazine Do you know Christ personally? Click below to learn how you can commit your life to Him.https://sportsspectrum.com/gospel/
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Kirk Cousins - NFL QB on faith, family, fatherhood, prayer, pride and his new home in Las Vegas
1w ago00:35:17Tap to summarizeLas Vegas Raiders QB Kirk Cousins returns to the show with Matt Forte to discuss his new home in Las Vegas, the decision to join the Raiders, being a steward of his football career, prayer in his life and being a dad to two boys.Topics:(01:33) - The decision to sign with the @Raiders (04:45) - How faith played a role in his decision(09:50) - Being a light in Las Vegas(13:51) - Prayer vs Pride(19:35) - His favorite NFL moments(25:53) - Raising his kids to follow Jesus(30:11) - Preparing for his post-playing career(33:48) - Kirk shares who is EVERYTHING to himWATCH all of our podcast episodes on our YouTube page:https://www.youtube.com/SportsSpectrumMagazineSign up for our Sports Spectrum Magazine and receive 15% off a 1-year subscription by using the code PODCAST15https://www.theincrease.com/products/sports-spectrum-magazine Do you know Christ personally? Click below to learn how you can commit your life to Him.https://sportsspectrum.com/gospel/
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TUESDAY MORNING RB - The King's Return, Glorifying God at the World Cup and the Knicks win the title
1w ago00:49:22Tap to summarizeWelcome to TUESDAY MORNING RB with Matt Forte for Tuesday June 16, 2026Topics: 01:04 - World Cup 202606:23 - Soccer players glorifying God with TheKingsReturn16:50 - Spiritual lessons from the Knicks winning the NBA title29:45 - Shoutout to our friends IJM 33:16 - What we learned at church46:40 - Happy Father's DaySpecial thanks to our friends at IJM. Join athletes, fans and IJM in the fight to end modern slavery. Because everyone deservesthe freedom to play. Visit ijm.org/freedomtoplay to learn more.Learn more about The King's Return:http://TheKingsReturn.comHave a question? Got a guest suggestion? Want to advertise with us? Email us - jason@sportsspectrum.comWATCH all of our podcast episodes on our YouTube page:https://www.youtube.com/SportsSpectrumMagazineSign up for our Sports Spectrum Magazine and receive 15% off a 1-year subscription by using the code PODCAST15https://www.theincrease.com/products/sports-spectrum-magazine Do you know Christ personally? Click below to learn how you can commit your life to Him.https://sportsspectrum.com/gospel/
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Mason Miller - San Diego Padres closer on his diabetes battle, throwing 104 mph and identity in Christ
2w ago00:39:02Tap to summarizeSan Diego Padres stud pitcher Mason Miller joins Scott Linebrink and Jason Romano to discuss his diabetes battle, throwing 104 mph, his sudden rise to stardom, finding his identity in Jesus and what Jesus Topics:01:00 - The thrill of throwing 104 mph fastballs02:20 - The art of pitching: adjustments and scouting04:40 - The origin of the nickname “The Reaper” 06:30 - Mason’s faith journey and growing closer to Christ 09:20 - Balancing faith, family, and a busy baseball schedule11:29 - Staying connected to Jesus during the season13:59 - Transitioning organizations: leaving the A's for the Padres 16:55 - Being the new guy and fostering team camaraderie19:20 - Managing success, humility, and staying rooted in Christ20:40 - Reflecting on past challenges and trusting God’s plan25:39 - Using platform for purpose: faith, service, and impact27:18 - Sharing about “Jesus Won” and spreading the message30:37 - Embracing struggles, purpose, and living with gratitude34:04 - Closing thoughts on faith, humility, and athletic excellenceWATCH all of our podcast episodes on our YouTube page:https://www.youtube.com/SportsSpectrumMagazineSign up for our Sports Spectrum Magazine and receive 15% off a 1-year subscription by using the code PODCAST15https://www.theincrease.com/products/sports-spectrum-magazine Do you know Christ personally? Click below to learn how you can commit your life to Him.https://sportsspectrum.com/gospel/
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TUESDAY MORNING RB - Bears stadium to Indiana, Madden covers and a global movement of God in soccer
2w ago00:50:46Tap to summarize01:21 - Matt is back from an incredible global sports movement in Portugal12:59 - The Bears potential stadium move to Indiana23:13 - Caleb Williams on the cover of Madden 2727:00 - Madden curse still a thing?29:27 - Shoutout to IJM's Freedom to Play32:50 - What we learned at church on SundaySpecial thanks to our friends at IJM. Join athletes, fans and IJM in the fight to end modern slavery. Because everyone deservesthe freedom to play. Visit ijm.org/freedomtoplay to learn more.Have a question? Got a guest suggestion? Want to advertise with us? Email us - jason@sportsspectrum.comWATCH all of our podcast episodes on our YouTube page:https://www.youtube.com/SportsSpectrumMagazineSign up for our Sports Spectrum Magazine and receive 15% off a 1-year subscription by using the code PODCAST15https://www.theincrease.com/products/sports-spectrum-magazine Do you know Christ personally? Click below to learn how you can commit your life to Him.https://sportsspectrum.com/gospel/
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Mark McKenzie - USMNT soccer player on the 2026 World Cup, his God story and discipleship
3w ago00:44:44Tap to summarizeMark McKenzie from the United States Men's National Team is our guest on Sports Spectrum to talk about the upcoming World Cup and his faith in Jesus. Topics:02:29 - Excitement surrounding the World Cup06:20 - The passion of soccer fans11:06 - His journey to soccer as a kid19:51 - Relying on God at an early age25:21 - Mark shares his testimony34:18 - Being intentional about his faith in the locker room39:59 - Who is Jesus to Mark McKenzie 42:00 - The atmosphere in Los Angeles for the World Cup opening matchSpecial thanks to our friends at IJM. Join athletes, fans and IJM in the fight to end modern slavery. Because everyone deservesthe freedom to play. Visit ijm.org/freedomtoplay to learn more.Have a question? Got a guest suggestion? Want to advertise with us? Email us - jason@sportsspectrum.comWATCH all of our podcast episodes on our YouTube page:https://www.youtube.com/SportsSpectrumMagazineSign up for our Sports Spectrum Magazine and receive 15% off a 1-year subscription by using the code PODCAST15https://www.theincrease.com/products/sports-spectrum-magazine Do you know Christ personally? Click below to learn how you can commit your life to Him.https://sportsspectrum.com/gospel/
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Julie Ertz - Two-time World Cup winner and USWNT legend on soccer, faith and the fight to end modern slavery
3w ago00:31:34Tap to summarizeTwo-time World Cup winner and legendary USWNT player Julie Ertz is our guest today on Sports Spectrum with guest host Annabelle Hasselbeck to talk faith, the 2026 World Cup and her work in fighting to end slavery with International Justice Mission. Tune in!Join Julie and others in the fight to end modern slavery by visiting the website http://ijm.org/freedomtoplay
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TUESDAY MORNING RB - Panthers legend Jonathan Stewart joins the show
3w ago00:47:20Tap to summarizeWelcome to our TUESDAY MORNING RB pod for June 2, 2026. Panthers legendary running back Jonathan Stewart joins Jason Romano on the show to talk faith, coaching youth sports, the unique dynamic of an NFL locker room, the Jaxson Dart/Abdul Carter story, an NBA Finals preview, the tragic death of NASCAR legend Kyle Busch and what we learned at church.TUNE IN! Special thanks to our friends at IJM. Join athletes, fans and IJM in the fight to end modern slavery. Because everyone deservesthe freedom to play. Visit ijm.org/freedomtoplay to learn more.Have a question? Got a guest suggestion? Want to advertise with us? Email us - jason@sportsspectrum.comWATCH all of our podcast episodes on our YouTube page:https://www.youtube.com/SportsSpectrumMagazineSign up for our Sports Spectrum Magazine and receive 15% off a 1-year subscription by using the code PODCAST15https://www.theincrease.com/products/sports-spectrum-magazine Do you know Christ personally? Click below to learn how you can commit your life to Him.https://sportsspectrum.com/gospel/
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Maurice Williams – Former Jaguars player turned team chaplain on faith and life after sports
4w ago00:46:36Tap to summarizeMaurice Williams is a former offensive lineman with the Jaguars. He played all nine of his professional football seasons with Jacksonville after being selected in the second round of the 2001 NFL Draft following a stellar collegiate career at Michigan. In 2018, he became the team chaplain of the Jaguars.Today on the podcast, Maurice joins Matt Forte to talk about his journey from NFL player to team chaplain, writing his new book “When the Game is Gone,” the importance of discipleship and stewarding the athlete platform well.Have a question? Got a guest suggestion? Want to advertise with us? Email us - jason@sportsspectrum.comWATCH all of our podcast episodes on our YouTube page:https://www.youtube.com/SportsSpectrumMagazineSign up for our Sports Spectrum Magazine and receive 15% off a 1-year subscription by using the code PODCAST15https://www.theincrease.com/products/sports-spectrum-magazine Do you know Christ personally? Click below to learn how you can commit your life to Him.https://sportsspectrum.com/gospel/
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