Beyond The Game

Benson and Barletta discuss only one 'Shenanigan' statement on this week's show - wondering whether the lack of free agent signings is an indicator of a work stoppage to come. The guys share their 'You Like That' and Benson talks with Bob Schindler, the Director of CEDE sports and the author of the book titled 'Does God care who wins'. A fascinating book with great biblical perspectives to answering that question. The book can be found on Amazon or Barnes and Noble websites or in bulk at www.DoesGodCareWhoWins.com. 

Benson welcomes in to the program, Bob Schindler who is the Director of CEDE sports and who has authored a book titled 'Does God care who wins'. A fascinating book with great biblical perspectives to answering that question. The book can be found on Amazon or Barnes and Noble websites or in bulk at www.DoesGodCareWhoWins.com

Benson shares some lingering thoughts about the Super Bowl and the Patriots dominance. He also shares a biblical perspective on Sports Ministry and competing as a form of worship and sacrifice. Plus Barletta has 'Shenanigans' statements that have the guys discussing if the recent Super Bowl was the worst ever, if the Buffalo Sabres will make the NHL playoffs this season, and if Major League Baseball should impose a rule requiring pitchers to face at least three batters. Plus, as they do every week, the guys share some encouraging things in sports in the weekly 'You Like That' segment.

Benson and Barletta share how they feel about musical halftime shows at the Super Bowl. Then, during the 'Shenanigans' segment, the guys discuss Anthony Davis' trade request, the baseball Hall of Fame voting process, and whether or not the NFL Pro Bowl should be discontinued. Plus, Roberts Wesleyan College Track & Field coach Mark McCown joins the program to talk about the strong program at Roberts and how his faith is very much a part of what he does as a coach. And of course the guys have their 'You Like That' for the week.

Roberts Wesleyan College Track & Field coach Mark McCown joins the program to talk about the strong program at Roberts and how his faith is very much a part of what he does as a coach.

Benson and Barletta discuss the rift between the Cubs' Kris Bryant and the Cardinals' Yadier Molina. Benson segues into a biblical discussion on being cautious about what we say and being determined to be encouraging. Plus weekly segments such as the 'Redhawks Recap', 'Shenanigans', and 'You Like That' during which both guys choose Mariano Rivera's election to the Baseball Hall of Fame as what it is they like this week.

In this week's 'Shenanigans' segment, Benson and Barletta discuss whether or not the Yankees off-season would be a success should they not sign either Manny Machado or Bryce Harper; if its ridiculous to consider the New England Patriots underdogs in the AFC Championship game against the Chiefs; and if the Chicago Bears should cut their kicker because he appeared on the Today show after missing a critical kick in the NFL playoffs. Plus, former big league pitcher Don Gordon returns to the program ahead of his speaking engagement next weekend in the Rochester, NY area. And, as always, 'You Like That'.

During Barletta's weekly 'Shenanigans' segment, he and Benson debate if its a black eye for baseball if Kyler Murray picks the NFL, if leaving a job shortly after being hired for another lacks integrity, and if the Jets and Browns doubted that their coaching job openings were 'quality positions'. Plus, Benson shares of a high school basketball player who has been ruled ineligible for her senior season due to a clerical error... made by someone else. And of course, the guys will tell you what they liked this week in their weekly 'You Like Segment'.

In addition to weekly segments 'Shenanigans' and 'You Like That', and since it is the first show of the year, Benson and Barletta announce the top three most popular segments from 2018 according to surveyed listeners. They share the winning segment - which referenced Milwaukee Brewers' catcher Erik Kratz and the perseverance it took to make the big leagues after playing for 30 (!!!) minor league teams. Benson then gives a biblical perspective on relying on God's strength and not ours to persevere through difficult times.

It's an encore presentation of BTG featuring two segments from previous shows - One coming from the November 30th program where Benson and Barletta share why they believe we are witnessing the greatest era ever in sports history as well as a spiritual application of how the same can be said for believers in Christ during these current times. The other segment is from the December 14th show during which Benson wonders if not playing in a bowl game in order to prepare for the NFL draft is akin to quitting on the team. He follows with a spiritual application of discipleship and a challenge to be fully committed to God.

Benson talks with Roberts Wesleyan College men's basketball coach Mark Saladzius about the team, his faith, and about the time he decided to retire from playing professionally in favor of coaching. Coach Saladzius also talks about his successful quest to dunk a basketball in all fifty states.

Benson talks with Roberts Wesleyan College men's basketball coach Mark Saladzius and since its the Christmas episode, Benson and Barletta list their top three favorite Christmas movies in a 'Good, Bad, and Ugly' segment. As always, the guys each share a 'You Like That', and there is a special Christmas message about forgiveness of sins through the Savior Jesus Christ! From everyone at Beyond the Game, we hope you have a very Merry Christmas!

On this week's BTG program, Benson wonders if not playing in a bowl game in order to prepare for the NFL draft is akin to quitting on your team. He follows with a spiritual application and a challenge to be fully committed to God. Plus features such as 'Frost my Fanny', 'Talk too Much', and 'You Like That'.

Barletta has his weekly 'Shenanigans' statements and Benson talks with Roberts Wesleyan College women's basketball coach Kevin Clifford about the team and how they excel not only on the court, but in the classroom as well. Coach Clifford also talks about the things that attracted to take the position at Roberts. Plus, 'You Like That'.

Roberts Wesleyan College women's basketball coach Kevin Clifford joins the program to talk about the team and how they excel not only on the court, but in the classroom as well. Coach Clifford also talks about the things that attracted to take the position at Roberts.

Benson and Barletta share why they believe we are witnessing the greatest era in sports ever. Plus, they'll weigh in on recent comments by Ben Roethlisberger and Baker Mayfield, as well as wondering how the Washington Redskins can possibly justify claiming Rueben Foster off waivers. And of course there is 'Shenanigans', 'You like that', and the 'Redhawks Recap'.

Happy Thanksgiving weekend! Its an encore presentation of BTG. Benson gives this week's 'Redhawks Recap' report which covers up through November 20th and then shares a heartwarming story in the weekly 'You Like That' segment. Plus, from the September 15th broadcast of 2018, Benson and Barletta talk about the NY Jets' dominance over the Lions on Monday Night Football and claims from some of the Jets' players that they knew the Lions' plays. While there may be 'unwritten rules' in sports about getting other teams' signals, when it comes to the plan of salvation in the Bible, it couldn't be any clearer. Then, from the August 19, 2018 show, The guys talk about the debate between analytics and old-school baseball scouting. Benson makes a biblical application for knowing when to stand on doctrinal truths and when to handle a difference of opinion with grace and truth. 

With Benson away on a missions trip, its an encore presentation of BTG. From the Oct 27th broadcast, Benson and Barletta discuss the apparent tear downs going on with the New York Giants and Oakland Raiders. Didn't the Raiders promise Oakland fans they were chasing a title before leaving for Las Vegas? Benson gives a biblical lesson on deceitfulness. And from the Nov 2nd show, the guys discuss some of the NFL deadline moves and especially the Cleveland Browns firing Head Coach Hue Jackson AND Offensive Coordinator Todd Haley. Benson shares a biblical perspective on getting along.

Benson and Barletta have some fun with an NFL version of 'Good, Bad, and Ugly', which is just the BTG way of doing power rankings. Plus, Benson uses Kirk Cousins, who is pretty much a hero to the guys, for his 'Frost my Fanny' segment. There is also some NY Giants talk - what to do about Eli Manning, as well as the Kyle Lauletta situation and his brush with the law. Benson turns that into a spiritual application. And as always, the guys share their 'You Like That' for this week.

Benson and Barletta discuss some of the NFL deadline moves and especially the Cleveland Browns firing Head Coach Hue Jackson AND Offesnive Coordinator Todd Haley. Benson shares a biblical perspective on getting along. Plus, Benson admits his dislike for the Christmas season, especially starting too early. Zac has brand new 'Shenanigans' statements and of course 'You Like That'.