The Uncommon Podcast

In this episode, the Assistant Professor of Biblical and Historical Studies at Bethlehem College & Seminary , Timothée Davi , joins to discuss how Christians should engage with the difficult, and often divisive, topic of politics. Timothée touches on a few important points, including the dangers of siding with a specific political party or movement as a Christian, how believers should engage w...

In this special edition episode of the Uncommon Podcast, you will hear a panel session from the 2024 Christian's Working in Sports (CWS) Conference hosted by Sports Spectrum's Jason Romano that featured three experienced Christian sport industry professionals including the former Director of Athletics at Auburn University, Jay Jacobs; former President of the L.A Galaxy Chris Klein; and NFL sports...

In this episode, the Senior Associate Director of Athletics at Dallas Baptist University, Dr. Ryon Phillips, discusses living with an eternal mindset focused on the eternal prize Christ has called us to. Dr. Phillips uses Philippians 3:12-16 and his personal experience to guide the discussion around this topic, helping listeners to perceive their careers and lives through the lens of eternity. Lea...

In this special edition episode of the Uncommon Podcast, you will hear a message from the second annual Christians Working in Sports (CWS) Conference given by the Senior Pastor at NorthStar Church in Kennesaw, GA, and second-time CWS Conference speaker, Mike Linch. Mike titled his message "The Legacy of Encouragement" and the content of his message challenges Christians working in the sport indust...

In this episode, sports agent Molly McManimie joins Noah live at the 2024 CWS Conference to discuss some exciting topics including how Molly navigates the sports agency world as a Christian, how she has redefined what it means to be successful, and much more! Learn more about Uncommon Sports Group or connect with our community ! Register for the 2025 CWS Conference and/or check out content from th...

In this special edition episode of the Uncommon Podcast, you will hear the opening message from the second annual Christians Working in Sports (CWS) Conference given by the Associate Athletic Director of Engagement and Outreach at Kansas University, Wayne Simien. Wayne titled his message "Thy Kingdom Come in the Workplace" and primarily discusses ways to live out your faith and glorify God through...

In this episode, former MLB executive, Kyle Stark, discusses his career journey from Baseball Operations intern to Vice President. Specifically, Kyle talks about how he got his foot in the door of the MLB, the important role that internships played in launching his career, how he stood out in the organizations he worked for to receive promotions, some of his key responsibilities as the Assistant G...

In this episode, the Senior Pastor at NorthStar Church in Kennesaw, GA, Mike Linch, discusses the topic of leadership from a Christian perspective including how Christian leadership differs from secular leadership, preparation for Christian leadership, humility in leadership, the leadership style of Jesus, and much more! Learn more about Uncommon Sports Group or connect with our community ! Regist...

In this episode, NCAA Division I college basketball official, Nate Harris and his wife Jessica talk about his journey to becoming an official, how they both became followers of Christ in the early years of their marriage, how they both navigate the challenges that come with Nate's work as Christians, and about the ministry they have started for sports officials called MND Ministries , which seeks...

In this episode, Karlie Smith, the Director of Digital Engagement with the Coastal Athletic Association (CAA), discusses the danger of pursuing a career in sports for self-promotion and prestige, what a godly purpose for wanting to work in sports should look like, and much more! Learn more about Uncommon Sports Group or connect with our community ! Register or learn more about the Christians Worki...

In this episode, thirty-nine-year college athletics administrator and former AD at Auburn, Jay Jacobs, discusses his journey through the college athletics landscape, the skills that are necessary for young professionals to have success in this industry, the importance of leaning on the Holy Spirit to make professional decisions, why he decided to retire from college athletics last year, and much m...

In this episode, you can listen to USG's first-ever NXT Up Coaches panel event from this year's NABC Convention alongside the Final Four weekend in Phoenix, AZ. The panel was hosted by the Director of Media at Sports Spectrum, Jason Romano, and featured four experienced and Christ-centered college basketball coaches: Leonard Hamilton, Head Coach at Florida State University; Jayson Gee, Associate H...

In this episode, sports agent and the founder of KMM Sports, Kelli Masters, discusses her journey to becoming a sports agent and how she knew that God's calling for her life was to serve in that role. Learn more about Uncommon Sports Group or connect with our community . Get a copy of Kelli's book, High-Impact Life: A Sports Agent's Secrets to Finding and Fulfilling a Purpose You Can't Lose

In this episode, the University of Northwestern St. Paul's volleyball head coach, Beth Wilmeth, discusses her Christ-centered coaching philosophy and how she focuses on impacting her athletes beyond the game. Learn more about Uncommon Sports Group or connect with our community.

In this episode, the Assistant Director of Digital Content Strategy and the handler of the bulldog mascot at Butler University, Evan Krauss, talks about the unique aspects of working with live mascots, the impact that mascots can have on an athletic department, and the role that his faith plays in his career. Learn more about Uncommon Sports Group or connect with our community .

In this episode, Athletes in Action staff member and Denver Broncos team chaplain Reza Zadeh discusses his journey to following Christ and working in ministry and what it practically looks like to live out the great commission (Matthew 28:16-20). Learn more about Uncommon Sports Group or connect with our community .

In this episode, the Vice President of Athletics at Grand Canyon University, Jamie Boggs, shares her journey through college athletics, including stops at Duke University and Georgia State University, her present role at GCU, becoming the first female Director of Athletics in GCU's history, and the challenges of balancing work and life in her role. Learn more about Uncommon Sports Group or connect...

In this episode, founder of d2up and thirty-year head basketball coach Mark Potter shares his battle with depression and discusses the importance of speaking up about mental health issues. Learn more about Uncommon Sports Group or join our community of Christians working in sports. You can learn more about d2up here .

In this special edition episode of the Uncommon Podcast, you will be able to hear another message from the 2023 CWS Conference given by Orlando Magic Forward and the author of the book Why I Stand , Jonathan Isaac. In his message, Jonathan commissioned the CWS Conference attendees to be bold in their faith as they were sent back out into their organizations and teams. Click here to register or lea...

In this episode, former ESPN College Football Analyst David Pollack discusses the tragic end to his NFL career, how facing that adversity became one of the best things to happen to him, how he lived out his faith during his time at ESPN, and more! Learn more about Uncommon Sports Group or join our community of Christians working in sports.

In this episode, Noah talks about the meaning of Advent, ways in which we wrongly approach the Advent season, how the Advent season should be celebrated, and how believers can take advantage of this time of year to advance God's kingdom. Learn more about Uncommon Sports Group or join our community of Christians working in sports.

In this special edition episode of the Uncommon Podcast, you will be able to hear another message from the 2023 CWS Conference given by the Senior Pastor at NorthStar Church in Kennesaw, Georgia. In his talk, Pastor Mike shows what it practically looks like to obey the Great Commission and make disciples in the college and pro sport industry. Click here to register or learn more about the 2024 CWS...

In this episode, former Kansas Jayhawks basketball star and NBA Champion Wayne Simien shares how he became a Christian while being on the mountaintop of his college basketball career, how he navigated being a follower of Jesus during his time with the Miami Heat, and his present role with Kansas Athletics as the Associate AD of Engagement and Outreach. Learn more about Uncommon Sports Group or joi...

In this episode, USG member and the Director of Operations with the University of Pittsburgh's baseball team, Austin Thompson, shares how he has strived to be salt and light during his time in sports through starting a team Bible study, prioritizing the local church, and more! Learn more about Uncommon Sports Group or join our community of Christians working in sports.

In this special edition episode, you will hear another panel session from this past summer's Christians Working in Sports (CWS) Conference. This panel covers the topic of navigating trials within the college and pro sport industry. The panel was hosted by the Director of Media at Sports Spectrum, Jason Romano, and featured four faith and sport heavyweights who shared their insights on the topic: T...