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On Friday, we feature a guest from the world of sports to share their Jesus story.
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Jon Acuff is a speaker, entrepreneur, podcast host and New York Times best selling author. His books "DO OVER" and "START" were New York Times bestsellers and Jon is an Inc. Magazine Top 100 Leadership Speaker.
His latest book, "SOUNDTRACKS: The Surprising Solution to Overthinking" releases April 6, 2021.
Today on the podcast, we talk to Jon about his new book, why he on the topic of overthinking, his Michael Jordan celebrity encounter during Jon's childhood and why hockey players are the best athletes.
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If you enjoyed this podcast with Jon Acuff, we know you'll love these conversations as well:
– Jon Gordon - The Power of Positive Leadership
– Bill Curry – Super Bowl Champion, Former College Football Coach
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Jamey Chadwell is the head coach of the Coastal Carolina football team. In 2020, he led his club to an 11-1 record (8-0 in the Sun Belt Conference) and a berth in the 2020 CURE Bowl. This past season saw Coach Chadwell win multiple coaching awards including the Associated Press College Football Coach of the Year, the Walter Camp College Coach of the Year, and the Home Depot Coach of the Year.
Chadwell was previously the head coach at Charleston Southern, where he led them to the FCS Playoff Quarterfinals in 2015 and another playoff berth in 2016. Other stops included Delta State, North Greenville University and East Tennessee State.
Today on the podcast, we talk to Coach Chadwell about the 2020 season, how he would define success, his testimony of faith and his desire to see his players come to know who Jesus Christ is.
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If you enjoyed this podcast with Coach Chadwell, we know you'll love these conversations as well:
– Mark Richt - Former College Football Coach
– Jeff Scott - South Florida Head Football Coach
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Jason Brown is a former NFL offensive lineman. He was selected in the fourth round of the 2005 NFL Draft by the Baltimore Ravens after playing his college football at North Carolina. He played four seasons with the Ravens from 2005-2008, and then signed a $37.5 million contract with the Rams in 2009. At the time, he was the highest-paid center in the NFL.
In 2011, Brown chose to walk away from the NFL and millions of dollars to follow God's call on his life to become a farmer in North Carolina. Today, he, his wife and eight children help lead, own and manage First Fruits Farm. In February 2021, Jason released his first book, "Centered: Trading Your Plans for a Life That Matters."
On the podcast today, Brown shares his incredible story of football, faith, family and farming. He details the story of losing his brother in college, finding his identity in the NFL, and following the call that God placed on his life to walk away from a lucrative NFL career and pursue a life of farming.
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If you enjoyed this podcast with Jason Brown, we know you'll love these conversations as well:
– Ryan Young - Former NFL Offensive Lineman
– Bill Curry - Super Bowl Champion, Former College Football Coach
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Today on the podcast, we talk to N.Y. Times Bestselling Author and Washington D.C. based pastor Mark Batterson about what it means to Win the Day. He shares awesome stories on Hall of Fame running back Emmitt Smith, Texas A&M basketball coach Buzz Williams and his favorite baseball team, the Washington Nationals.
Order Mark's new book "WIN THE DAY: 7 Daily Habits to Help You Stress Less & Accomplish More here.
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Lt. Col Dan Rooney is a former collegiate golfer at the University of Kansas who commissioned as an officer in the Air Force where he is now the only-ever fighter pilot/PGA professional. He is a Class A member of the PGA of America and also is an F-16 fighter pilot. He was honored with the Spirit of Attack award as a top graduate of F-16 training and is a two-time recipient of the Top Gun award. He completed three combat tours of duty in Iraq and is a decorated aviator.
He is also the founder and CEO of Folds of Honor, a foundation providing educational scholarships for the families of fallen military members. In 13 years, Folds of Honor has awarded over 29,000 scholarships worth over $130 million.
Rooney released his new book "Fly Into the Wind: How to Harness Faith and Fearlessness on Your Ascent to Greatness" in November 2020. His first book "A Patriot's Calling: My Life as an F-16 Fighter Pilot " released in February of 2020.
Today on the podcast, Lt. Col Dan Rooney shares his incredible story of being a fighter pilot and a PGA tour pro, why his purpose is to glorify God in all that he does, his best moment on the golf course and the craziest thing he's ver experienced as a fighter pilot.
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If you enjoyed this podcast with Lt. Col Dan Rooney, we know you'll love these conversations as well:
– Chad Hennings, 3-time Super Bowl Champion
– Bill Curry, Super Bowl Champion, Former College Football Coach
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Pablo Viruega serves as an analyst for ESPN International and ESPN Deportes’ weekly NFL studio show NFL Esta Noche and appears as a regular commentator on Cronómetro and Noche De Combates. In addition, Viruega serves as a football and basketball analyst and has covered the Olympic Games, Pan American Games, Central American Games, several World Cups, the Super Bowl and the NBA Finals.
On this episode of the podcast, we talk to Pablo about his broadcasting journey, calling events for an international audience in America, his journey of faith, and his experience recently calling Super Bowl LV in Tampa.
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If you enjoyed this conversation with Pablo, we know you'll love these podcasts as well:
- Bill Curry, Super Bowl Champion, Former College Football Coach
Today on the podcast, our Sports Spectrum Managing Editor Jon Ackerman joins host and Director of Media Jason Romano to preview the 2021 Spring edition of the Sports Spectrum Magazine.
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Jeremy Hefner is in his second season as the pitching coach for the New York Mets. Prior to that, he was a coach with the Minnesota Twins.
Hefner is a former MLB pitcher, who pitched professionally with the Mets, Padres and Cardinals. He made his MLB debut with the Mets in April of 2012 but after two Tommy John surgeries, his playing career was over at the end of 2016.
Today on the podcast, we talk to Jeremy about his deep faith in Jesus, living with purpose, coaching Jacob deGrom, coaching in 2020 and preparing for the 2021 season.
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If you enjoyed this podcast with Jeremy, we know you'll love these conversations as well:
Introducing the Get in the Game Podcast with former MLB pitcher Scott Linebrink
Today, we bring to you the very first episode of Get in the Game as Scott talks to Los Angeles Dodgers Manager Dave Roberts on faith, serving, culture, leadership and becoming a Red Sox cult hero.
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Kelly Gramlich is a former Clemson basketball player who is currently a college basketball analyst with the ACC Network. She is also a radio host with 105.5 The Roar in South Carolina and co-hosts the "Gramlich and Mac Lain Talk ACC Sports" podcast.
During her time in college, Kelly broke multiple team records including the single-game record for most three-pointers made. She was a three-time member of the ACC All-Academic team and graduated with her Bachelors and Masters degree from Clemson in 2014 and 2016.
Today on the podcast, Kelly shares her story of basketball, faith, leadership and her experience with Covid-19 in late January.
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If you enjoyed this podcast, we know you'll love these conversations as well:
- Eric Mac Lain - Former Clemson Offensive Lineman
- Chelsea Newton - Georgia Assistant Women's College Basketball Coach
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