Sports Spectrum Podcast

Steve Stenstrom is a former NFL quarterback who played six seasons with the Bears, 49ers, Lions and Broncos. In college, Steve was a standout quarterback for Stanford under coaches Denny Green and Bill Walsh. He holds numerous passing records including total passing yards and completions. After his playing career ended in 2001, Steve went into sports ministry and is currently the President of Pro Athletes Outreach and Sports Spectrum. Today on the podcast, we talk to Steve about his journey to Jesus, his NFL Draft experience, grieving the loss of his brother, turning 50 years old, leading a pro athlete ministry and what it was like to play with Jerry Rice and Terrell Owens. --- 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." 

Andre Wadsworth was selected third overall in the 1998 NFL Draft after a stellar college career at Florida State. During his college career with the Seminoles, Wadsworth was named to the First or Second-Team All ACC all four years. In 1997, he finished his season with 16 sacks and was named the ACC Defensive Player of the Year. Regarded as the top prospect in the 1998 NFL Draft, Wadsworth was selected third to the Arizona Cardinals behind Peyton Manning and Ryan Leaf. His rookie year, he helped the Cardinals reach the second round of the playoffs. Injuries would take a toll on Wadsworth, who has had multiple knee surgeries that ultimately would end his career in 2007. Currently, he is the Senior Executive Pastor and founder of IMPACT CHURCH in Scottsdale, Arizona. Today on the podcast, we talk to Andre about his current role as a pastor, his desire to disciple and help people grow in their faith, the lessons he learned from playing for Florida State legendary coach Bobby Bowden, and why he continues to trust in God during a difficult season of life. --- Looking for a holiday gift idea? Order our new devotional book: "The Increase 52 Week Devotional: Inspiring Stories of Faith from the World of Pro Sports."

Jordan Raynor is a bestselling author and serial entrepreneur who has helped millions of Christians connect the gospel to their work.  His latest Book “REDEEMING YOUR TIME: 7 Biblical Principles for Being Purposeful, Present and Wildly Productive” released October 19, 2021 --- 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." 

Former NFL Quarterback and Pro Football Hall of Famer Kurt Warner joins us today to talk about the new film "American Underdog" being released and what it was like to have a movie made about your life.  American Underdog is in theaters on Christmas Day. You can order your tickets here.  ---- Looking for a holiday gift idea? Order our new devotional book: "The Increase 52 Week Devotional: Inspiring Stories of Faith from the World of Pro Sports."

Dalton Risner is the starting left guard for the Denver Broncos. He joins Jade McCarthy today to talk about his amazing tattoos, starting his Risner Up Foundation, leaving a lasting legacy, honoring the late Broncos wide receiver Demaryius Thomas in last week’s win over Detroit, and previewing the matchup against Cincinnati this coming Sunday. --- 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."   

Samantha Ricketts is the head softball coach at Mississippi State. She was named to her current position in July 2019 after coaching stops at Wichita State and as an assistant at Mississippi State. In her first season, she became the fastest head coach in program history to reach 20 wins, doing so in 23 games and is the only coach in program history to have her team nationally ranked at some point during her first year. Prior to coaching, she played softball at Oklahoma University under head coach Patty Gasso. During her time with the Sooners, she was a two time All-American and team captain. Today on the podcast, we talk to Samantha Ricketts about leadership, serving others, lessons learned at Oklahoma from Patty Gasso, living a faith-filled life, and the importance of Philippians 4:6. --- Looking for a holiday gift idea? Order our new devotional book: "The Increase 52 Week Devotional: Inspiring Stories of Faith from the World of Pro Sports."

Anita Howard is the head coach of Georgia Southern's Women's basketball team. She is the first African American female head coach at Georgia Southern and was named to her current position back in April of 2019. Prior to that, she spent three years at Columbus State University where she led her squad to the Elite Eight and two NCAA Division II championship appearances. In college, Howard was a standout basketball player with Fort Valley State, earning SIAC Defensive Player of the Year honors all three seasons. She transferred to Armstrong State for the 2002-03 season and led the club to their first ever NCAA championship appearance. Today on the podcast, we talk to Anita Howard about her role with Georgia Southern, what leading with Christ in front looks like as a coach, being married to a fellow coach, making the faith that she grew up with her own, and balancing being a wife, mother and coach. --- Looking for a holiday gift idea? Order our new devotional book: "The Increase 52 Week Devotional: Inspiring Stories of Faith from the World of Pro Sports."

Johnny Agar is an inspiration to so many. He's gained international attention when he walked a mile in his church’s annual 5K. That sounds like an odd reason for fame, except for the reality of Johnny’s severe cerebral palsy. Even with a lifetime of physical therapy before this race, the longest distance he’d ever previously walked was twenty-three steps. Johnny Agar and his mom Becky join the podcast today to share their amazing story and how God has guided them through it all.  --- 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." 

Today on this "Football Friday" edition of Sports Spectrum podcast, Jade McCarthy talks to former Eagles head coach Doug Pederson about his Super Bowl winning season, the doors that God has opened and closed, living his faith in Jesus out as a head coach and his desire to hopefully coach again in the NFL. --- Looking for a holiday gift idea? Order our new devotional book: "The Increase 52 Week Devotional: Inspiring Stories of Faith from the World of Pro Sports."

Jared Butler is a rookie with the Utah Jazz and a 2021 national champion with the Baylor Bears. He was named the Final Four's Most Outstanding Player and then selected by Utah in the second round of the 2021 NBA Draft.  Jared is also raising awareness on hypertrophic cardiomyopathy (HCM)—a complex type of heart disease. You can learn more at CoultItBeHCM.com.  --- Looking for a holiday gift idea? Order our new devotional book: "The Increase 52 Week Devotional: Inspiring Stories of Faith from the World of Pro Sports."