Bryce Johnson podcast, Host of "UNPACKIN it"

NEW PODCAST: Bryce Johnson – Host of “UNPACKIN it”

By Jason Romano Aug 12, 2020

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THIS IS EPISODE 532 OF THE SPORTS SPECTRUM PODCAST

Bryce Johnson is the founder and president of “UNPACKIN it” Ministries, which exists to glorify God by serving sports fans who love Jesus. With a passion to see sports fans everywhere following Jesus, he officially started “UNPACKIN’ it” Ministries in 2014. Through media, resources and events, he challenges, inspires and encourages sports fans to follow Jesus and become more like Him.

Johnson is also the author of “The Fantasy Football Fellowship Playbook” and hosts the “UNPACKIN it” podcast.

His broadcasting experience began at Appalachian State University in Boone, North Carolina, where he earned a degree in communication/electronic media broadcasting, and created a nationally-recognized radio show called “Sports Yapp.”

On this episode of the Sports Spectrum Podcast, Johnson shares how he left the secular radio world to start a sports ministry, and why he has it made it his life calling to reach sports fans for Jesus.

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SS PODCAST: CFB Hall of Famer David Pollack on wife’s brain cancer battle, current state of college football

By Sports Spectrum May 16, 2025

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THIS IS THE SPORTS SPECTRUM PODCAST WITH MATT FORTE, FEATURING DAVID POLLACK

David Pollack is a former University of Georgia All-American linebacker, who was a first-round draft pick in 2005 by the Cincinnati Bengals. After his playing career, he spent more than a decade at ESPN as a college football analyst. He is also the co-host of the “Family Goals” podcast and the host of the “See Ball Get Ball” podcast.

Today on Sports Spectrum, David Pollack discusses his wife’s brain cancer battle, trusting God in the storm, carrying your cross, and the current state of college football.

>> Do you know Christ personally? Learn how you can commit your life to Him. <<

My Babydoll’s morning after a 6+ hour surgery. I mean ain’t God good? pic.twitter.com/0GShMdyNr9

— David Pollack (@davidpollack47) March 13, 2025

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SS PODCAST: Musician Tauren Wells on relationship with Steph Curry, sanctification of ego

By Sports Spectrum May 13, 2025

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THIS IS THE SPORTS SPECTRUM PODCAST WITH MATT FORTE & JASON ROMANO, FEATURING TAUREN WELLS

Tauren Wells is a multi-Grammy-nominated and Dove Award-winning recording artist, author, podcast host and pastor. His song “Hills and Valleys” reached near the top of the Christian music charts after it was released. His latest EP, “Let the Church Sing,” released in March 2025. And his new book, “Joy Bomb: Unleash Jesus’ Explosive Joy for an Extraordinary Life,” comes out May 20.

In 2024, Tauren and his wife, Lorna, launched Church of Whitestone in Austin, Texas, where he serves as the senior pastor.

Tauren’s new book “Joy Bomb” releases May 20, 2025.

Today on the podcast, Tauren Wells shares with Matt and Jason about his relationship with NBA star Stephen Curry, hearing his songs be used as an influence for sports teams, what it means to have the ego sanctified, and why strength is found in service.

>> Do you know Christ personally? Learn how you can commit your life to Him. <<

Thank YOU for the CROSS! pic.twitter.com/zdMQ5e9fUu

— Tauren Wells (@taurenwells) February 27, 2025

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SS PODCAST: Former field hockey player Chi Braley shares story of human trafficking, forgiveness

By Sports Spectrum May 9, 2025

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THIS IS THE SPORTS SPECTRUM PODCAST WITH MATT FORTE & JASON ROMANO, FEATURING CHI BRALEY

Chi Braley is a survivor. The former professional field hockey player has an incredible story. She was raped at age 12, then trafficked by age 13 as a sex-slave. For seven years she was drugged and sold to hundreds of men. She was rescued at the age of 19, and after coming to Christ in her 20s she began work as a media producer. She’s currently a producer at the Christian Broadcasting Network and “The 700 Club.”

Today on the podcast, Chi Braley shares her incredible story of redemption, forgiveness, motherhood and Jesus.

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SS PODCAST: Patriots WR Kendrick Bourne on grace, redemption, surrendering to God’s love

By Sports Spectrum May 6, 2025

Kendrick Bourne in 2024. (AP Photo/Kamil Krzaczynski)

THIS IS THE SPORTS SPECTRUM PODCAST WITH MATT FORTE & JASON ROMANO, FEATURING KENDRICK BOURNE

Kendrick Bourne is a wide receiver with the New England Patriots. He went undrafted in 2017 despite having a stellar college career at Eastern Washington, but eventually signed with the San Francisco 49ers, making the final roster as a rookie. He spent four seasons in San Francisco (2017-20) before signing with New England in 2021. He’s scored 11 touchdowns in his four seasons with the Patriots.

Today on the podcast, Kendrick Bourne shares his powerful story of surrendering to Jesus in Miami, God’s grace in his life, teaching his kids about Christ, and living out his faith in the NFL.

>> Do you know Christ personally? Learn how you can commit your life to Him. <<

#Patriots WR Kendrick Bourne in his latest YouTube video:

“I’m telling you. This my year. This my year. I know it. Josh McDaniels, I’m coming. I’m coming to dominate.”

New England’s receivers have been putting in work non-stop! 🔥

(🎥 @BournePoly11 YT) pic.twitter.com/GPeiO5hMy1

— Carlos A. Lopez (@LosTalksPats) March 28, 2025