Beyond The Game

Jason Romano joins the program once again and talks with Benson about leaving his 'dream job' at ESPN to pursue God's calling on his life. Jason is consulting with churches on social media, working on a book, and will soon be hosting a new podcast for Sports Spectrum. Benson and Barletta also hit on on players on championship tems deciding against visiting the White House. Plus 'Shenanigans' and 'You Like That'.

Benson and Barletta discuss the circus around the New York Knicks and look to the Bible for advice on handling conflicts. They also talk about the Los Angeles Lakers hiring Magic Johnson and review some biblical qualities of a good leader from the book of Proverbs. Plus, Zac has ‘Shenanigans’, Benson shares what was the 'Most Awesome Thing He Saw This Week', and of course, 'You Like That'.

Benson and Barletta discuss the Yankees signing of Chris Carter and the Knicks' desire to trade Carmelo Anthony, which Benson uses to give a biblical perspective on servant hood. The guys also talk about Terrell Owens being denied the Hall of Fame again this year and share some bible verses dealing with bitterness. Plus, 'Shenanigans' and 'You like that'.

Benson and Barletta talk about the St Louis Blues dismissing Ken Hitchcock as the NY Rangers extended Alain Vigneault. Zac is not happy with Henrik Lundqvist being left off the NHL's 'All-time Top 100' list. The guys also talk about the Super Bowl and use it as a segue to the importance of disciple making in the Christian life, and Benson brings up Serena Williams and other top athletes who are able to focus in and make the most of an opportunity when its presented. The application made is that there is no better time than right now to get right with God. And of course, 'Shenanigans', and 'You Like That'

Benson and Barletta discuss if sports personalities should use their platforms for political purposes. They also talk some college basketball which leads Benson into a giving a biblical perspective on dealing with difficult people. And after the untimely deaths of two pro baseball players in the Dominican Republic, the guys share a little about their experiences there and the important work of world-wide missions in not only providing humanitarian aid, but also in spreading the message of Christ to those who need to hear.

Benson and Barletta discuss the 2017 Baseball Hall of Fame inductees as well as Antonio Brown's locker room video. Benson uses the Brown story to make a spiritual application about the importance of the law in helping us see our see and our need of Jesus Christ. Chelsea Hayward of Roberts Wesleyan College's women's track team joins the program as does Michael Johstone of Global Baseball to give an update of the Kosovo Baseball ministry.

Michael Johnstone joins the program once again and provides an update on the Kosovo Baseball Ministry.

Benson talks with Chelsea Hayward from Roberts Wesleyan College's Women's Track & Field Team. Chelsea talk about balancing athletics, academics, as well as a spiritual life on campus.

Benson and two Barlettas, Zac's brother Spencer sits in this week, discus the Chargers leaving San Diego, the state of the New York Knicks, and the questionable Miami vacation taken by some members of the New York Giants. Benson shares a biblical perspective on focus and the 'Most Awesome Thing he Saw this Week', Zac has 'Shenanigans', and each of the guys share what it is they 'Like This Week'.

Benson interviews Darlina Gilchrist, who owns the Christian Basketball League. The CBL is a men's semi-pro basketball league and Darlina talks about the league and shares her testimony about when she became a believer in Christ.

Benson and Barletta discuss the relationship between the Buffalo Bills and Tyrod Taylor, Grayson Allen, and a sort of odd happening at the Fiesta Bowl. They also talk about the Columbus Blue Jackets and their incredible win streak and how it takes consistency to achieve success in sports as well as in spiritual habits. The guys also spend a little time talking about NFL coaching changes and the need to be intentional in order to make improvements to a team, as well as our in our personal lives. And of course, Zac has a new selection of 'Shenanigan' statements.

Benson and Baretta are joined by original 'Those Guys', Darren Metzger to talk about the Buffalo Bills Head Coaching situation. The guys also discuss Derek Carr and Benson makes a spiritual application about being a friend and pointing people to Jesus as John the Baptist did. The Minnesota Vikings possible 'mutiny' comes up as well and Benson uses it to talk about loving God and keeping His commandments as opposed to picking and choosing which rules to obey. Zac has Shenanigans and Benson shares his 'You Like That' for this week.

Merry Christmas! An encore show with segments from recent broadcasts which feature Benson and Barletta discussing the Josh Brown situation and the damage pornography can cause (From 10/22). Plus Benson weighs in on the bitterness over the College Football Playoffs and shares a lesson from the biblical account of the prodigal son (From 12/10), and some thoughts on the NFL's latest 'deflategate' issue (From 12/17).

Benson and Barletta discuss Baseball's banning of rookies dressing as women, The Cleveland Cavaliers leaving their biggest stars at home while the rest of team traveled for a road game in Memphis, plus some thoughts on the NFL's latest 'deflategate' issue. There's also 'Shenanigans', 'You Like That', and 'Frosts my Fanny'.

Barletta sits Benson at the start due to a 'dress code violation', then the guys discuss Carolina Panthers' Ron Rivera benching Cam Newton for the opening series against the Seahawks. Benson weighs in on the bitterness over the College Football Playoffs and shares a lesson from the biblical account of the prodigal son. Plus Johnny Manziel is back in the news and with a busy week in sports, Barletta has an extended version of 'Shenanigans' statements. Of course there's also 'You Like That' and Benson tells of a proud moment as his 'Most Awesome Thing I Saw This Week'

Benson and Barletta weigh in on the Jeff Fisher-Eric Dickerson quarrel. The guys also discuss Tom Herman's leaving Houston to take the job at Texas and not the one at LSU. They also bring up 'tanking' in pro sports, does it work? And of course regular features such as 'Shenanigans' and 'You Like That'

Happy Thanksgiving Weekend! An encore show with segments from recent broadcasts which feature Benson and Barletta discussing the Phoenix Suns counting high-fives to measure team camaraderie, the release of toxicology reports in the Jose Fernandez accident, Tony Romo's 'concession' speech, and the Josh Brown situation.

Benson and Barletta discuss the MLB awards, DeAndre Levy's satisfaction in breaking Joe Paterno's leg while in college, and Tony Romo's concession speech. Plus 'Shenanigans', 'You Like That', 'The Good, the Bad, and the Ugly', and even some Thanksgiving dinner advise from the guys.

Benson and Barletta discuss the terrible officiating mistakes during the recent Bills-Seahawks game. They also take another look at the Dallas Cowboy's QB situation. Darren Metzger joins the program to talk a little NBA basketball, plus 'Shenanigans', 'You Like That', and more.

Benson and Barletta discuss 'curses' in sports - are they a real thing? Also on this week's show the guys talk about the release of toxicology reports in the Jose Fernandez accident - does it change your opinion in any way? Plus plenty more baseball talk, 'Shenanigans', 'You Like That', and 'Frosts my Fanny'.