Sports Spectrum is an interview driven podcast hosted by former Chicago Bears Pro Bowl running back Matt Forte.
Each episode, Forte will bring you stories and conversations at the intersection of sports and Jesus.
Tauren Wells - Singer/Songwriter/Pastor shares on his friendship with Steph Curry and the sanctification of the ego
41 mins; May 13, 2025
Chi Braley - Former pro field hockey player shares incredible story of human trafficking, forgiveness and motherhood
41 mins; May 09, 2025
Kendrick Bourne - Patriots WR on grace, redemption plus Matt shares on the "sovereignty" of God
54 mins; May 05, 2025
Andre Ward - Boxing HOF'er shares on redemption, forgiveness and preaching Jesus
28 mins; May 02, 2025
Adam Burt - NY Jets chaplain on following God's call from a pro hockey player to ministry as a pastor
57 mins; April 29, 2025
Anthony "Spice" Adams - Former NFL player on football, faith, forgiveness, fatherhood and family
61 hours 36 mins; April 25, 2025
Matt Forte shares his NFL Draft Day experience in 2008 and what he learned at Easter Sunday service
38 mins; April 21, 2025
Derwin Gray - Former NFL player turned pastor on being Lit Up with Love
40 mins; April 18, 2025
Former MLB pitcher Scott Linebrink on serving others, plus Matt Forte on Holy Week 2025
63 hours 11 mins; April 15, 2025
Charles Tillman - Former NFL DB on the "Peanut Punch," his NFL Draft story and trusting God in storm
45 mins; April 11, 2025
Clint Hurdle - Former MLB manager on surrendering to Jesus, living transformed
54 mins; April 08, 2025
Dawson Knox - Buffalo Bills tight end on Bills mafia, faith, identity, grief
32 mins; April 04, 2025
Antonio Vargas - Professional boxer on his bold faith in Jesus
31 mins; April 01, 2025
Brock Purdy - San Francisco 49ers QB on staying rooted in Christ and lessons learned in three NFL seasons
27 mins; March 28, 2025
Cindy Sember - 3-time Olympian, plus Matt and Jason on what we learned at church
43 mins; March 25, 2025
Baker Mayfield - Tampa Bay Buccaneers QB shares his Jesus story
24 mins; March 20, 2025
Nestor Ceja - MLB umpire on keeping Jesus as his foundation
32 mins; March 18, 2025
Spencer Danielson - Boise State head football coach on living boldly for Jesus
42 mins; March 14, 2025
Michael Pierce - Baltimore Ravens DT makes big announcement regarding his football future
40 mins; March 12, 2025
Baltimore Orioles broadcaster Melanie Newman plus Matt and Jason on NFL free agency and what we learned at church
63 hours 8 mins; March 11, 2025
Matt and Jason discuss the importance of "taming the tongue"
24 mins; March 07, 2025
Chad Prewett - Auburn basketball coach on living for Christ
49 mins; March 04, 2025
NASCAR driver Anthony Alfredo plus Matt Forte answers fan questions
44 mins; February 28, 2025
Javien Elliott - Former NFL player on being an "UNCONQUERED WALK-ON"
32 mins; February 25, 2025
Jackson Holliday, Ethan Holliday and Matt Holliday on their unique family bond of faith and baseball
35 mins; February 21, 2025
Matt Holliday - 7-time MLB All-Star, plus Matt Forte on All-Star games and what he learned at church
45 mins; February 18, 2025
Maya Moore and Jonathan Irons - Basketball legend and husband on love and justice
55 mins; February 14, 2025
Jim Schlossnagle - Texas Longhorns baseball coach, plus Matt and Jason recap Super Bowl LIX in New Orleans
63 hours 11 mins; February 11, 2025
Shaun Alexander and Matthew Hasselbeck at Super Bowl LIX radio row
23 mins; February 07, 2025
Philadelphia Eagles players and coaches at Super Bowl LIX on their Christian faith
26 mins; February 07, 2025
Warren Moon and Rod Woodson - Pro Football HOF'ers on faith and Super Bowl LIX
25 mins; February 06, 2025
Kansas City Chiefs players and coaches at Super Bowl LIX on their Christian faith
26 mins; February 06, 2025
Jemal Singleton - Philadelphia Eagles running backs coach on Saquon, Super Bowls and salvation
10 mins; February 05, 2025
Drue Tranquill - Kansas City Chiefs linebacker on God's grace, Super Bowl LIX and his firm foundation in Christ
5 mins; February 05, 2025
Marcellus Casey and wife Stephanie - Kansas City Chiefs chaplain on faith amid team’s journey to Super Bowl LIX
35 mins; February 04, 2025
Ryan Leaf - Former NFL QB on overcoming addiction and mental health to help others
25 mins; February 03, 2025
Ted Winsley - Philadelphia Eagles team chaplain on the 2024 season and faith in the midst of another Super Bowl run
42 mins; February 03, 2025
Jameis Winston - Browns QB on gratitude, boldness, living unashamed and staying rooted in Christ
42 mins; January 31, 2025
AJ Griffin - Basketball player on his sudden retirement from NBA plus Matt shares what he learned at church on Sunday
61 hours 36 mins; January 28, 2025
Leonard "Big Cat" Williams - Seattle Seahawks Defensive Lineman on leaving a legacy, pro bowl snubs and scoring his first ever TD
46 mins; January 24, 2025
Gavin Sheets - MLB player on Jesus in the highs and lows of a pro baseball career, plus Matt and Jason on "what we learned at church"
33 mins; January 21, 2025
Benjamin Watson - Former NFL tight end returns to discuss college football players being bold in their faith
32 mins; January 17, 2025
Travis Hearn - Phoenix Suns team chaplain's near-death miracle story plus Matt and Jason on what we learned at church
69 hours 49 mins; January 14, 2025
Jaden Ivey - Detroit Pistons guard on his New Years Day injury and trusting God amidst the trials
49 mins; January 10, 2025
Luke Weaver - Yankees pitcher plus Matt and Jason make their NFL playoff predictions
66 hours 47 mins; January 07, 2025
Chris Broussard - FS1 host on being rooted in Christ and being bold in sharing the Gospel
43 mins; January 03, 2025
Earl McClellan - Dallas pastor on breaking free of negative self-talk, wounding words and Jordan vs. Lebron
33 mins; December 31, 2024
Jake Bates - Detroit Lions kicker on his incredible 2024 journey to the NFL
30 mins; December 27, 2024
Tommy Edman - Los Angeles Dodgers 2024 NLCS MVP and World Series champion on his crazy 2024
27 mins; December 23, 2024
Matt and Jason on spiritual attacks, the Chicago Bears future and Christmas traditions
29 mins; December 20, 2024
Clyde Christensen - Two-time Super Bowl champion coach on coaching as a calling and leaving a legacy
41 mins; December 17, 2024
Taliyah Brooks - 2024 Olympian on growth in disappointment and leading Bible studies
44 mins; December 13, 2024
Danny Woodhead - Former NFL RB, plus Matt and Jason on Juan Soto's contact and idolatry
80 hours 9 mins; December 10, 2024
Shaun Dolac - University at Buffalo linebacker on turning pain into purpose , running toward God
40 mins; December 06, 2024
Alex Call - MLB outfielder on contentment in Christ and lessons learned in 2024
43 mins; December 03, 2024
Matt and Jason on playing football on Thanksgiving and being a witness for Christ
44 mins; November 29, 2024
Monty Williams - Former NBA coach and player on contentment in Christ, coaching his son and dealing with grief
49 mins; November 26, 2024
Parker Byrd - East Carolina baseball player on his leg amputation and trusting God's plan
38 mins; November 22, 2024
Emeka Egbuka - Ohio State wide receiver on being bold for Jesus and revival on campus
40 mins; November 19, 2024
Jonathan Isaac - Orlando Magic NBA player on redefining greatness and faith in the NBA
35 mins; November 15, 2024
Demario Davis - New Orleans Saints linebacker on the process of spiritual transformation
43 mins; November 12, 2024
BONUS POD - Justin Giboney - Former Vanderbilt football player on Christ-centered athletes speaking on culture and politics
34 mins; November 08, 2024
Benjamin Watson - Former NFL tight end on taking a stand on tough topics
43 mins; November 08, 2024
Sports Spectrum Podcast Trailer with Matt Forte
1 min; November 06, 2024
BIG ANNOUNCEMENT
22 mins; November 05, 2024
Preston Spradlin - James Madison men's basketball coach on his new role, trusting in God and being authentic
35 mins; November 01, 2024
Jaelene Daniels - Former pro soccer player on serving in ministry and seeking God's guidance in making difficult decisions
39 mins; October 29, 2024
Chuck Swirsky - Chicago Bulls play by play voice on faith, broadcasting and his time with Sports Spectrum
33 mins; October 25, 2024
Nick Mingione - Kentucky baseball coach on a historic 2024 season and surrendering to Jesus
40 mins; October 22, 2024
Pat Fraher - NBA referee on the maturation of his faith and officiating the NBA Finals
42 mins; October 18, 2024
Cody Davis - 11-year NFL defensive back on his Christ journey and retiring from the NFL
34 mins; October 15, 2024
Lauren Sisler - ESPN sideline reporter on the power of sharing our stories and making an impact
35 mins; October 11, 2024
Jaccob Slavin - Carolina Hurricanes defenseman on new contracts, Bible studies, Gospel decisions and adoption
28 mins; October 08, 2024
Tra Battle - Former Georgia defensive back shares powerful story of redemption and mental health
41 mins; October 04, 2024
Josh Manson - Colorado Avalanche defenseman on celebrating his Stanley Cup championship and processing grief
31 mins; October 01, 2024
Dayton Moore - Texas Rangers Senior Advisor of Baseball Operations shares lessons on Christian leadership
35 mins; September 27, 2024
Chase Daniel - Former NFL QB on retirement, broadcasting and fatherhood
35 mins; September 24, 2024
Emily Waldon - Baseball reporter on battling cancer, trusting God's plan and being a light to others
36 mins; September 20, 2024
Paul Hembekides - ESPN's "Hembo" shares his journey of sports, faith, broadcasting and writing books
55 mins; September 17, 2024
Nick Foles - Super Bowl LII MVP on retirement, Philly fans and fatherhood
42 mins; September 13, 2024
Annabelle Hasselbeck - Former BC lacrosse player on joining the Sports Spectrum team and starting a new podcast
25 mins; September 10, 2024
Matt Forte - Former NFL pro bowl running back on writing his first book and casting his cares on Christ
35 mins; September 06, 2024
Luke Weaver - Yankees pitcher on his crazy 2023, connecting with God, finding peace in baseball
37 mins; September 03, 2024
Chubba Purdy - Nevada QB on brother Brock's NFL success, overcoming injuries and trusting in God's plan
43 mins; August 30, 2024
TreVeyon Henderson - Ohio State running back on returning to college and playing for Jesus
33 mins; August 27, 2024
Hannah Hidalgo - Notre Dame All-American basketball player on Jesus and the rise of women's hoops
24 mins; August 23, 2024
Frank Reich - Former NFL player/coach on staying ready, his coaching future and intimacy with Christ
34 mins; August 20, 2024
Dave Pasch - ESPN play by play broadcaster on Bill Walton, grief, faith and the increase of Christ
57 mins; August 16, 2024
Rose Zhang - LPGA Tour pro on golf success, humility and identity in Christ
42 mins; August 13, 2024
Taylen Green - Arkansas QB on forgiveness, serving, gratitude and keeping Christ first
27 mins; August 09, 2024
The Kendrick Brothers - Filmmakers on 'The Forge' and creating impactful and inspiring movies.
33 mins; August 06, 2024
C.J. Stroud - Houston Texans QB on identity, faith, boldness and taming the tongue
23 mins; August 02, 2024
Anthony Calhoun - Indianapolis Sports Anchor on God's faithfulness and gratitude
45 mins; July 30, 2024
Matt Margenthaler - Minnesota State men's basketball coach on winning titles, growing in his faith and becoming a grandfather
33 mins; July 26, 2024
Taylor McGregor - Chicago Cubs field reporter on her dad's legacy, trusting in Jesus and women in baseball
38 mins; July 23, 2024
Noah Kim - Coastal Carolina QB on new opportunities and growing in his faith
25 mins; July 19, 2024
Scott Hanson - NFL RedZone host on his role at the 2024 Summer Olympics, being bold in his faith and finishing well
43 mins; July 16, 2024
Kelly Cheng - Olympic Beach Volleyball player on preparing for Paris 2024 and rooting her identity in Christ
51 mins; July 12, 2024
Lex Luger - Pro wrestling legend on redemption and giving his life to Jesus
39 mins; July 09, 2024
LaKisha Williams - H.S. Track and Field coach on grieving the loss of her husband, overcoming fear and being a relatable coach
