Created in 2017 by former ESPN Senior Producer Jason Romano, Sports Spectrum is an interview driven podcast hosted by former Chicago Bears Pro Bowl running back Matt Forte. Each episode, Forte and Romano will bring you the stories at the intersection of faith and sports.
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Welcome to The Sports Spectrum, your ultimate source for all the latest happenings in the world of sports! Join us each week as we dive into the biggest stories and events across the NBA, soccer, tennis, and more. We’ll analyze thrilling games, spotlight standout players, and discuss the cultural impact of recent developments in sports. Expect engaging conversations, deep dives into the trends shaping today’s sports landscape. Whether you’re a passionate fan or just looking to stay informed, ...
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Hosted by former MLB All-Star Matt Holliday and his wife Leslee, Table Forty is a show that brings organic conversations about Jesus and life. Take a seat at Table Forty with Matt and Leslee and get a better understanding of Jesus to help you discover who you are becoming and why it matters. Table Forty is part of the Sports Spectrum Podcast Network. For stories of sports and faith, check out http://SportsSpectrum.com
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Tommy Edman - Los Angeles Dodgers 2024 NLCS MVP and World Series champion on his crazy 2024
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Tommy Edman is a Gold Glove infielder and outfielder with the Los Angeles Dodgers. In 2024, he was named NLCS MVP and helped the Dodgers to a World Series championship over the New York Yankees. Today on the podcast, Tommy Edman reflects on his whirlwind 2024 of injuries, being traded, winning NLCS MVP and the World Series championship. Email us wi…
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Matt and Jason on spiritual attacks, the Chicago Bears future and Christmas traditions
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Today on the podcast, Matt Forte and Jason Romano discuss spiritual attacks, identity in the NFL, pride, the current situation with the Chicago Bears and Matt's favorite Christmas movie. Email us with your questions, thoughts and guest ideas: jason@sportsspectrum.com WATCH all of our podcast episodes on our YouTube page:https://www.youtube.com/@Spo…
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Clyde Christensen - Two-time Super Bowl champion coach on coaching as a calling and leaving a legacy
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Clyde Christensen has been a football coach for more than 40 years in the NFL and college. His NFL coaching stops have included Tampa Bay (1996-2001), Indianapolis (2002-15), Miami (2016-18) and a return to Tampa (2019-22). He has coached in three Super Bowls, winning two (with the 2006 Colts and 2020 Buccaneers). Currently, he is serving at his al…
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Taliyah Brooks - 2024 Olympian on growth in disappointment and leading Bible studies
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Taliyah Brooks is a track and field athlete with Team USA. At the 2024 United States Olympic Track and Field Trials in Eugene, Oregon, Brooks finished third in the heptathlon with a career-best 6.408 points and qualified for the 2024 Summer Olympics in Paris. In college at Arkansas, Brooks won the pentathlon at the 2018 NCAA Division 1 championship…
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Danny Woodhead - Former NFL RB, plus Matt and Jason on Juan Soto's contact and idolatry
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Happy 39th birthday Matt Forte!! Today on the podcast, we wish Matt a happy birthday, react to Juan Soto's $765 million dollar contract (02:50), talk about idolatry in sports, the relationship athletes have with money and then we welcome former NFL running back and 2024 College Football Hall of Fame inductee Danny Woodhead (28:49) to the show. WATC…
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Shaun Dolac - University at Buffalo linebacker on turning pain into purpose , running toward God
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Shaun Dolac is a linebacker for the University at Buffalo. In high school at West Seneca East Senior High, he was the Buffalo News Player of the Year and rushed for a school-record 1,997 yards on offense and a school-record 157 tackles on defense. After being offered a full-ride scholarship to play lacrosse, Dolac chose to pursue football and join …
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Alex Call - MLB outfielder on contentment in Christ and lessons learned in 2024
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Alex Call is a professional baseball player with the Washington Nationals. He was originally selected in the third round of the 2016 MLB Amateur Draft by the Chicago White Sox. He made his MLB debut in July of 2022 with the Cleveland Guardians. He was selected off of waivers by Washington in 2023 and played in 128 games for the Nationals that seaso…
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Being a witness for Christ, playing football on Thanksgiving and engaging with teammates of diverse beliefs
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In today's episode, Matt Forte reflects on Thanksgiving and the challenges of playing in the NFL during the holiday, delving into the implications of player safety in relation to Thursday games. Matt and Jason also answer your questions from social media and explore how to engage with individuals of diverse beliefs while maintaining a Christian per…
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Monty Williams - Former NBA coach and player on contentment in Christ, coaching his son and dealing with grief
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Monty Williams is a former NBA player and head coach who currently is the head basketball coach at TMI Episcopal prep school in San Antonio where he coaches two of his children. Previously, he was the head coach with the Detroit Pistons and Phoenix Suns. In 2021, he led the Suns to the NBA Finals and was named NBA Coach of the Year in 2022.Today on…
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Parker Byrd - East Carolina baseball player on his leg amputation and trusting God's plan
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Parker Byrd is a college baseball player at East Carolina University. He was rated the 75th best shortstop nationally in high school and committed to East Carolina in 2022. On July 23, 2022, he was in a boating accident and had his right leg amputated. In February 2024, he returned to the field and became the first Division 1 baseball player to eve…
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Emeka Egbuka - Ohio State wide receiver on being bold for Jesus and revival on campus
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Emeka Egbuka is a wide receiver with the Ohio State University. A 5-star recruit, Egbuka was the 2019 Washington state Gatorade Player of the Year. In 2022, his sophomore year, he had 74 receptions for 1,151 yards and 10 touchdowns. Today on the podcast, we talk to Emeka Egbuka about his journey with Jesus, being bold in his faith, finding peace in…
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Jonathan Isaac - Orlando Magic NBA player on redefining greatness and faith in the NBA
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Jonathan Isaac is entering his seventh season in the NBA with the Orlando Magic. He was originally selected 6th overall by Orlando in the 2017 NBA Draft after playing his college basketball at Florida State. In 2022, Isaac released his first book, "Why I Stand" and in 2023, he launched his new clothing and apparel company, Unitus. Today on the podc…
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Demario Davis - New Orleans Saints linebacker on the process of spiritual transformation
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Today on the podcast, New Orleans Saints All-Pro linebacker Demario Davis joins Matt Forte and Jason Romano to talk about the importance of personal faith, the process of spiritual transformation, and the role of prayer in overcoming doubts and challenges. The discussion also highlights the collaboration between Demario and Saints teammate Derek Ca…
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BONUS POD - Justin Giboney - Former Vanderbilt football player on Christ-centered athletes speaking on culture and politics
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BONUS PODCAST: Today, Matt Forte welcomes Justin Giboney to the show. He is a former Vanderbilt college football player who is the cofounder of the AND Campaign, an attorney, and a political strategist in Atlanta, Georgia. You can learn more about the AND Campain here. WATCH all of our podcast episodes on our YouTube page: https://…
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Benjamin Watson - Former NFL tight end on taking a stand on tough topics
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Today on the podcast, former NFL running back Matt Forte officially begins his role as pro athlete voice on the Sports Spectrum podcast and he's joined by his good friend and longtime NFL tight end Benjamin Watson. Benjamin played 16 seasons in the NFL (2004-2019) with the Patriots, Browns, Saints and Ravens. He is the author of three books and is …
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The Sports Spectrum Podcast launched on March 31, 2017. Since then, we've had over 1400 interviews and 5 million downloads/listens. Our desire is to keep Jesus in the sports discussion and have conversations with athletes, coaches and others on the intersection of sports and faith in Christ. On November 5, 2024, we welcomed former Chicago Bears pro…
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We have a HUGE announcement for the podcast. Tune in to find out the BIG news. WATCH all of our podcast episodes on our YouTube page: https://www.youtube.com/@SportsSpectrumMagazine Sign up for our Sports Spectrum Magazine and receive 15% off a 1-year subscription by using the code PODCAST15 …
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Preston Spradlin - James Madison men's basketball coach on his new role, trusting in God and being authentic
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Preston Spradlin is the head men's basketball coach with James Madison University. Prior to arriving at JMU in March of 2024, Spradlin spent the previous nine seasons at Morehead State where he led his team to two NCAA Tournament berths, including this past season of 2023-24. Today on the podcast, Preston Spradlin shares about his new role with Jam…
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Jaelene Daniels - Former pro soccer player on serving in ministry and seeking God's guidance in making difficult decisions
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Jaelene Daniels is a former pro soccer player, who spent seven seasons in the National Women's Soccer League (NWSL) with the Western New York Flash and the North Carolina Courage. She was a member of two NWSL championship teams during her time with the Courage. Playing the defender position, Hinkle starred in high school at Valor Christian in Highl…
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Chuck Swirsky - Chicago Bulls play by play voice on faith, broadcasting and his time with Sports Spectrum
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Chuck Swirsky is the radio play by play voice of the Chicago Bulls. He started his career in broadcasting in Cleveland, Ohio in the mid-1970’s and moved to Chicago in 1979. He spent many years working in Chicago radio at WGN. In the mid-1990’s Swirsky was the host of our Sports Spectrum syndicated radio program, where he interviewed athletes and ot…
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This Episode is talking about Cristiano Ronaldo Transfers and their Consequences.Par Saar Fainer
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Nick Mingione - Kentucky baseball coach on a historic 2024 season and surrendering to Jesus
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Nick Mingione became the head baseball coach at the University of Kentucky in June 2016. Prior to his time with the Wildcats, he was an assistant coach at Mississippi State from 2009-16. In 2017, Mingione’s first season in Lexington, he led the program to the NCAA Super Regionals for the first time ever, and was named SEC and National Coach of the …
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This Episode talking about who is the actuall greatest player Lebron or Michel.Par Saar Fainer
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Pat Fraher - NBA referee on the maturation of his faith and officiating the NBA Finals
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Pat Fraher is an NBA referee who has officiated 1300 regular season and 87 playoff games including the 2020 NBA Finals, 2021 NBA Finals and the 2024 Eastern Conference Finals. Today on the show, Pat Fraher returns to share his experience of officiating an NBA Finals. He also discusses his testimony of coming to faith later in life and the transform…
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Cody Davis - 11-year NFL defensive back on his Christ journey and retiring from the NFL
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Cody Davis is a former NFL defensive back who played 11 seasons with Rams, Jaguars and Patriots. He was signed by the Rams in 2013 after going undrafted following a college career at Texas Tech where he was a second-team All-Big 12 in 2011 and 2012. Davis played five seasons with the Rams, two with the Jaguars and his final four seasons with the Pa…
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History was made!! - World Cup 2022
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This episode is talking about the big moments in the 2022 World Cup.Par Saar Fainer
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Lauren Sisler - ESPN sideline reporter on the power of sharing our stories and making an impact
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Lauren Sisler is a sideline reporter for ESPN covering college football. She joined ESPN in 2016 after being named Best Sports Anchor by the Alabama Associated Press in 2014 and 2015. The former Rutgers gymnast also covers SEC football for AL.com in Alabama. Lauren just released her first book, “Shatterproof.” You can order your copy here. Today on…
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