Sports Spectrum Podcast

Episode 526 Geremy Davis was selected in the 6th round of the 2015 NFL Draft by the New York Giants out of the University of Connecticut. In college with the Huskies, he set UCONN/FBS records with 165 career receptions and 2,292 career receiving yards. He caught a pass in every game he played in college.  After coming to the NFL, he would spend one season with the Giants before signing with Charge...

Episode 561 Lauren Sisler is a sideline reporter covering college football for ESPN. 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.  In 2003, while a freshman on a gymnastics scholarship at Rutgers, Sisler unexpectedly lost both of her parents, George and Lesle...

Episode 560 Andre Levrone Jr is a former high school, college and pro football player. He was a standout wide receiver in high school, helping Our Lady of Good Counsel High School win four straight Maryland state championships.  In college, he attended University of Virginia where he would play in 22 games, catching 46 passes for 864 yards and 8 touchdowns.  After finishing his college career, And...

Steve Skipper is one of the most prolific artists in the realms of sports, civil-rights, equestrian, portraiture and Christian artwork. He has shattered barriers of race and education in the art world. He's the first African American to complete artwork sanctioned by NASCAR, the University of Alabama, PGS and PBR. His work is hanging on permanent display in the Pro Football Hall of Fame, College F...

Episode 559 Levi Lusko is the lead pastor of Fresh Life Church, a multisite church located in Montana, Utah, Oregon, and Wyoming that he and his wife Jennie pioneered in 2007. He is the author of the bestselling books “ Through the Eyes of a Lion ” and “ Swipe Right .” His latest publication is a devotional rebased in August 2020 titled: " Take Back Your Life: A 40-Day Interactive Journey to Think...

Episode 558 Phil Murphy is a SportsCenter anchor at ESPN and ESPN International. He has anchored more than 500 SportsCenters for ESPN International and covered four Super Bowls. Phil has also hosted college football and basketball studio shows and reported from countless UFC events, two NBA All-Star Games and the 2019 World Series. On today's podcast, we talk to Phil about broadcasting to audience...

Ernie Johnson is a broadcasting legend. He is the host of TNT’s Inside the NBA and a 3-time Sports Emmy Award Winner. He joined Turner Sports in 1989 and for over 30 years, has been considered one of the best in the business at what he does. His new book titled  “Unscripted: The Unpredictable Moments That Make Life Extraordinary”  is available now. Today on the podcast, Ernie shares his very perso...

Episode 557 Tom Ryan is the Ohio State wrestling coach. He is a two-time NCAA Coach of the Year in 2009 and 2015 and led the Buckeyes wrestling program to a 2015 NCAA National Championship. The three-time Big Ten Coach of the Year has coached six different Ohio State wrestlers to 12 individual national titles including four-time champion Logan Stieber and Olympic gold medalist Kyle Snyder. His tea...

Harris III is a magician and illusionist and author of the new book " The Wonder Switch: The Difference Between Limiting Your Life and Living Your Dream ."  Harris has performed his unique brand of magic and storytelling for more than two million people on five continents. His performances have been televised to millions more on the Travel Channel and ABC Family.  On today's podcast, we talk to Ha...

Episode 556 Edward Graham is the grandson of legendary evangelist Billy Graham and currently serves as the Assistant to the Vice President of Programs and Government Relations for Samaritan's Purse. Prior to his work with Samaritan's Purse, Edward served for 16 years in the United States Army through multiple combat deployments within Special Operations and various leadership positions. In college...

Episode 555 Molly McManimie is the Vice President of Client Services with Caric Sports. As an NFL player agent, she represents clients and negotiates contracts with NFL teams.  An Arizona native, Molly got her Law Degree from Chapman University and has spent the past three years working with Caric Sports and president Steve Caric in Las Vegas as one of the few female NFL agents.   Today on the pod...

Episode 554 Phil Robertson is the founder of Duck Commander, a professional hunter, and New York Times Bestselling Author. He and his family were portrayed on the successful A&E reality show "Duck Dynasty" which ran from 2012-2017. As a high-school athlete, Phil earned All-State rankings in football, baseball, and track, which afforded him the opportunity to attend Louisiana Tech University on a f...

Ashton Washington is the Director of Football Operations for the University of Illinois. She's the first ever African American female staff member in the history of the Illini football program under head coach Lovie Smith.  On the podcast today, Ashton shares about her pioneering role with the University of Illinois, why she has a passion for the game of football, why getting baptized in Mississip...

Episode 554 Christian Yeager grew up in the  North Shore of O'ahu, Hawaii, and his world revolved around the ocean and surfing. Surfing before school, after school, and sometimes during school if the waves were perfect. He joined his school's surf team and competed every weekend in the National Scholastic Surfing Association competitions around the island.  In his wild and crazy life, Yeager has t...

Episode 553 Kent Chevalier is the team chaplain for the Pittsburgh Steelers with Athletes in Action. He was named to his role before the 2019 season.  Prior to his role with the Steelers, Kent has been a pastor for 22 years in the Pittsburgh area. On this episode of the podcast, we talk to Kent about his role with the Steelers, the improbable story to how he got the title of team chaplain for the...

Episode 552 Donnie Jones is the Stetson Men's Basketball Coach. He was named to his current role in March of 2019. Last season, Donnie led Stetson to 16 victories, a 9-win improvement over the previous season and the most in the country for a first-year head coach. Prior to his current role, Donnie has had head coaching stops at Marshall and Central Florida, and was an assistant coach for 11 seaso...

Mike Metcalf is a NASCAR pit-crew coach and is presently one of the head coaches for the Chip Ganassi Racing pit crew and fuel man for the No. 42 team. The Charlotte native and former football student-athlete graduated with honors from Appalachian State University. He first entered the world of motorsports in 2006 as a member of a NASCAR Pit Crew. Mike quickly climbed the ranks and started coachin...

Episode 551 Brian Dawkins is a 9-time Pro Bowl safety with the Eagles and Broncos. He played 13 seasons with Philadelphia from 1996-2008 and three seasons with Denver from 2009-2011.  In 2018, he was inducted into the Pro Football Hall of Fame.  His foundation " The Brian Dawkins Impact Foundation " provides inspiration, education and resources to youth, families and communities in need. On this e...

Episode 550 Cori Close is the head coach for the UCLA Women's Basketball team. In her nine seasons, she has led the Lady Bruins to three Sweet Sixteens and one Elite Eight appearance. In 2019-2020, UCLA went 25-4 before their season was cut short due to Covid-19.  Prior to her coaching career, Close was a player at UC Santa Barbara (89-93) and was the first player in school history to record more...

Episode 549 Mark Herzlich played seven seasons in the NFL with the New York Giants. He was a member of the 2011 team that won Super Bowl XLVI over the Patriots.  Undrafted in 2011 out of Boston College, Mark was the 2008 ACC Defensive Player of the Year and named First-Team All-Amercian at linebacker that same season. In 2009, he was diagnosed with Ewing's sarcoma, a rare form of bone cancer. He w...

***This interview was recorded on September 15, 2020*** Jack Easterby is the Houston Texans Executive Vice President and manages all football operations and directs the overall culture of the team. Prior to arriving in Houston, Jack was a part of three Super Bowl winning championship teams as a character coach and team chaplain with the New England Patriots.  Today on the podcast, we talk to Jack...

Episode 548 Matthew Maher is a living testament to God's second chances. Growing up in New Jersey, Matthew dreamed of being a professional soccer player. After a successful college soccer career at Temple, Matthew achieved that dream and played in the Major Indoor Soccer League.  HIs career would span a couple of seasons but on March 1, 2009, Maher blew out his knee and his career was over. Just s...

Episode 547 Casey Phillips is the team reporter for the Tampa Bay Buccaneers. Her role includes on-camera talent for all Buccaneer TV shows, radio shows, interviews for Buccaneers.com as well as in-stadium host and event emcee.  Prior to her arrival in Tampa in 2015, Casey had broadcasting stops with the Dallas Mavericks, Washington Wizards, St. Louis Rams and Walt Disney World. She is a graduate...

Episode 546 Sam Acho has played nine seasons in the NFL with the Buccaneers, Bears, Cardinals and Bills. He was selected in the fourth round of the 2011 NFL Draft by the Arizona Cardinals after playing his college football at the University of Texas. He was selected in the fourth round of the 2011 NFL Draft by the Arizona Cardinals and spent four seasons with the Cardinals before signing with the...

Adam Weber is the pastor of the founder and pastor of Embrace Church in Sioux Falls, South Dakota.  He is the author of two books " Talkng with God " and his most recent release, " Love Has A Name ."  Adam is also the biggest Cincinnati Bengals fan in South Dakota, and maybe west of the Mississippi.  Today on the podcast, we talk to Adam about his new book "Love Has a Name," his love for music, th...