Weekly Podcast presented by The Foundry Church where we talk about all things Jesus, Church, Community, Relationship, and Truth. We don't have all of the answers, but we accept all of the questions. We want this to be a place where people can bring their doubts and their questions and not be judged for wanting to have a conversation. The Foundry Church of Columbus, GA, and the surrounding areas is a network of missional communities that exist to give a safe space for developing authentic com ...
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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.
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Jared Allen - 2025 Pro Football HOF'er plus Matt shares about baptizing his son at church
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Today on the podcast: - Matt shares what he learned at church this weekend (01:00) - Matt also shares about the special moment of baptizing his son (10:27) - NFL legend Jared Allen joins us to share about being elected to the Pro Football Hall of Fame in 2025, his testimony of faith in Jesus and playing with Matt Forte in his short stint with the B…
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Michael McDowell - 2021 Daytona 500 winner shares his adoption story and trusting God in every area of life
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Today on the podcast: - Michael McDowell shares his journey from a long and challenging career in racing to finding faith in Jesus. He discusses the thrill of winning the Daytona 500, the unseen grind of being a NASCAR driver, and his journey of adoption, emphasizing the unique connection he has with his adopted son and the challenges faced in the …
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Eli Stowers - Vanderbilt tight end plus Matt on praying through injuries and what he learned at church
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Today on the podcast: - Matt and Jason discuss Tyrese Haliburton's achilles injury and how to pray through setbacks and disappointment. (01:10) - Then, Matt shares what he learned at church this weekend (10:20) - Finally, Vanderbilt tight end Eli Stowers shares about his decision to return to college for one more season in 2025, growing in his fait…
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Xavier Scruggs - ESPN and MLB Network analyst on media career, trusting God's plan, faith in tragedy
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Today on the podcast: - MLB Network and ESPN baseball analyst Xavier Scruggs joins us to discuss the challenges of balancing a demanding career with family life, moving from playing baseball to covering it everyday, the significance of setting boundaries, and the role of faith in navigating life's transitions. Have a question? Got a guest suggestio…
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Jacie Hoyt - Oklahoma State women's head basketball coach plus Matt recaps his trip to England
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Today on the podcast: - Matt and Jason discus Father's Day (01:00) - Matt recaps his vacation in England (05:40) - Matt shares what he learned at church this weekend (12:39) - Oklahoma State women's basketball coach Jacie Hoyt joins the show to share her story of becoming a new mom, returning to the sideline to coach just 10 days after delivering h…
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Gene Forte - Matt's dad joins us for a special Father's Day weekend conversation
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Today on the podcast: - Matt is joined by his dad Ulysses "Gene" Forte for a special Father's Day weekend conversation on faith, forgiveness, fatherlessness and football. Have a question? Got a guest suggestion? Want to advertise with us? Email us - [email protected] WATCH all of our podcast episodes on our YouTube page: https://www.youtube.…
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Rhett Lashlee - SMU head football coach on CFB success, humility, culture and leadership
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Today on the podcast: - SMU head football coach Rhett Lashlee joins us to share insights on building a winning culture in college football, navigating the challenges of modern college athletics, and the significance of discipleship and community in maintaining spiritual health. Have a question? Got a guest suggestion? Want to advertise with us? Ema…
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K.J. Osborn - Washington Commanders WR on faith, discipleship and rescuing a man from a burning car
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Today on the podcast: - Washington Commanders WR K.J. Osborn joins the show to share his experience as an NFL player, discussing the unique challenges he faces, including mental health issues, financial pressures, and the importance of faith. He also recounts a heroic incident where he saved a man from a burning car, reflecting on the impact of tha…
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Amy Lawrence - Sports talk show host on marriage, adoption and job changes
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Today on the podcast: - Sports radio host Amy Lawrence shares her insights on the transformative power of prayer, making the decision to walk away from her job, the importance of grace, why her recent marriage is an answered to prayer and beginning the process of adoption. Have a question? Got a guest suggestion? Want to advertise with us? Email us…
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Brian Dawkins - Pro Football HOF safety on mental wellness, controlled anger and intimacy with Christ
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Today on the podcast: - Pro Football Hall of Fame safety Brian Dawkins joins the show to talk about mental health awareness, intimacy with Christ, the grace of God, controlled anger and his top-5 RBs he faced in the NFL. Have a question? Got a guest suggestion? Want to advertise with us? Email us - [email protected] WATCH all of our podcast …
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Freddie Crittenden - 2024 Olympian, plus Matt's BIG birthday present and what we learned at church
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Today on the podcast: - Matt shares about his surprise 40th birthday present from his wife Danielle. (04:02) - Then Matt shares what he learned at church on Sunday. (11:50) - Lastly, USA Olympian Freddie Crittenden talks about his 2024 Olympic experience in Paris, overcoming injury, becoming a girl dad, signing a contract with Adidas, the transform…
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Matthew Slater - Patriots All-Pro and 10-time Pro Bowler on faith, retirement and identity
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Today on the podcast: - Former New England Patriots legendary All-Pro special teams ace Matthew Slater returns to the show to talk about retiring from football (13:22), growing up with a Hall of Fame football-playing father (01:26) and staying rooted in his identity of Christ. (28:04) Matthew also shares the story behind his one career reception in…
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Tony Dungy - Pro Football HOF coach plus Matt shares what he learned at church on Sunday
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Today on the podcast: - Matt and Jason share what they learned at church this weekend (02:48) - Pro Football Hall of Fame coach Tony Dungy joins us to share his adoption story, naming his 12 kids and the importance of being bold in your faith in Christ. (18:29) Have a question? Got a guest suggestion? Want to advertise with us? Email us - jason@spo…
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David Pollack - College Football HOF'er on his wife's battle with brain cancer and the current state of CFB
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Today on the podcast: - Former ESPN CFB analyst David Pollack joins the show to discuss his wife's brain cancer battle, trusting God in the storms of life, what it means to carry your cross and the current state of college football. David's new podcast See Ball Get Ball is available everywhere podcasts are found. Have a question? Got a guest sugges…
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Tauren Wells - Singer/Songwriter/Pastor joins us plus Matt shares what he learned at church on Sunday
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Today on the podcast: - Matt recaps the "What's Your Forte?" gala and shares about his foundation (01:07) - Then, Matt shares what he learned at church this weekend (06:17) - Singer/Songwriter Tauren Wells joins us to talk about his friendship with Steph Curry, his new book JOY BOMB and planting a church with his wife in Austin, TX. (13:09) For mor…
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The incredible story of human trafficking survivor Chi Braley
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Today on the podcast: - Human Trafficking survivor Chi Braley joins the show to share her incredible story of redemption, forgiveness, motherhood and Jesus. (DISCLAIMER: The discussion in this podcast may not be suitable for our younger audience under the age of 12) Have a question? Got a guest suggestion? Want to advertise with us? Email us - jaso…
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Kendrick Bourne - Patriots WR on grace, redemption plus Matt shares on the "sovereignty" of God
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Today on the podcast: - Matt and Jason recap this past weekend's Kentucky Derby and how Jesus got the glory. (01:36) - Matt shares what he learned at church on Sunday (21:33) - New England Patriots wide receiver Kendrick Bourne shares his powerful story of surrendering to Jesus (26:14) Have a question? Got a guest suggestion? Want to advertise with…
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Andre Ward - Boxing HOF'er shares on redemption, forgiveness and preaching Jesus
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Today on the podcast: - Boxing Hall of Famer and 2004 Olympic Gold Medalist Andre Ward joins the show to talk about representing Jesus in boxing, redemption from a tough childhood, his message for young people, serving as a youth pastor and appearing in the Creed movies Have a question? Got a guest suggestion? Want to advertise with us? Email us - …
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Adam Burt - NY Jets chaplain on following God's call — Plus Matt recaps the Shedeur Sanders slide
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Today on the podcast: - Matt recaps the Bears 2025 Draft (01:08) - Matt reacts to QB Shedeur Sanders sliding to the 5th round (07:55) - Matt on "What I learned at church" this weekend (18:39) - Adam Burt shares his story from NHL player to NFL chaplain and serving with the New York Jets. (23:39) Have a question? Got a guest suggestion? Want to adve…
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Anthony "Spice" Adams - Former NFL player on football, faith, forgiveness, fatherhood and family
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Today on the podcast: - Matt Forte's former Chicago Bears teammate Anthony "Spice" Adams joins us to talk about his family background, his NFL Draft Day experience, the challenges of playing nose guard, and the humorous moments they shared as teammates. They discuss the importance of camaraderie in the locker room, the highs and lows of game day ri…
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Matt Forte shares his NFL Draft Day experience in 2008 and what he learned at Easter Sunday service
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Today on the podcast: - Matt and Jason talk Easter Sunday and Matt shares what he learned at church. (00:36) - Matt shares his NFL Draft Day experience from back in 2008 when he was selected in the second round by the Bears. (15:45) - Matt talks through his favorite running backs from this 2025 NFL Draft class. (29:24) Have a question? Got a guest …
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Derwin Gray - Former NFL player turned pastor on being Lit Up with Love
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Today on the podcast: - Former NFL player turned pastor Derwin Gray joins us to share his transformative experience of faith with the "Naked Preacher," the significance of love in the Christian life, and reflects on Good Friday and Easter. Have a question? Got a guest suggestion? Want to advertise with us? Email us - [email protected] WATCH …
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This is where The Foundry has conversations about the critical issues for our communities. This week we talk about: What is authentic community?By Pastor Michael Hofer
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Former MLB pitcher Scott Linebrink on serving others, plus Matt Forte on Holy Week 2025
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Today on the podcast: - (00:56) Matt and Jason discuss Holy Week 2025 and (09:30) Matt encourages us to truly seek out Jesus and what this week truly means. - (18:13) 12-year MLB pitcher Scott Linebrink on his MLB debut 25 years ago and serving others Have a question? Got a guest suggestion? Want to advertise with us? Email us - jason@sportsspectru…
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Charles Tillman - Former Chicago Bears legend on the Peanut Punch, his NFL Draft story and trusting God in the storms of life
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Charles Tillman is a former Pro Bowl cornerback with the Chicago Bears and Carolina Panthers. He was selected in the second round of the 2003 NFL Draft, 35th overall to the Bears. He spent 12 seasons with Chicago (2003-2014) and helped the Bears to an NFC championship and trip to Super Bowl XLI in 2006-07. He was selected to the 2011 and 2012 Pro B…
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Clint Hurdle - Former MLB manager on surrendering to Jesus, living transformed
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Today on the podcast, Matt and Jason talk about scripture memorization (02:59). Then, Matt shares what he learned at church on Sunday (16:48). Finally, we're joined by former MLB manager and MLB player Clint Hurdle (21:19) as he shares his transformative journey from a troubled past to a life of faith and leadership. Clint's new book "Hurdle-isms" …
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