Beyond The Game

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. Plus regular features 'Shenanigans' and 'You Like That' and Benson makes good on a bet and talks well of the Boston Red Sox on the air.

Zac Barletta hosts an extended 'Shenanigans' segment and Benson shares a biblical perspective on going though tough times after sharing some thoughts about the fans reaction to the struggles of Dodgers' catch Yasmani Grandal. Plus, 'You Like That' and a playoff predictions for this season's NBA.

Benson and Barletta discuss the reason the Yankees were bounced from the postseason. Plus, after the Astros' Alex Bregman complained about his team not playing in prime time during the ALDS and CC Sabbathia complaining about umpire Angel Hernandez after his team was eliminated, Benson shares a biblical perspective on complaining. And as always, regular segments 'Shenanigans' and 'You Like That'.

Benson and Barletta make their NHL season predictions as well as talk about the friendly in-game hug during the NL Wild Card game between Nolan Arenado and Javier Baez. Benson suggests that it could have come back to haunt the Rockies and thinks they may have been playing a bit too soft. He makes a comparison to many modern Christians. Plus, 'Shenanigans' and 'You Like That', and Benson trying to pronounce 'camaraderie'.

Benson and Barletta not only discuss the situation in Minnesota regarding Vikings star defensive end Everson Griffen, but they also talk about if a division title really means your team is 'back on top'. Plus, 'You Like That' and during 'Shenanigans', the guys discuss Bryce Harper leaving Washington, is Josh Allen the best rookie QB, and will the NFL change the roughing the passer rule.

Benson and Barletta go through this week's 'Shenanigans' statements as well as 'You Like That'. Plus, Benson talks with professional bull rider Cody Tyler about how he got into bull riding, what the tour's traditional values and patriotism means to him, as well as how he keeps a consistent walk with Christ in spite of the demanding schedule that is part of touring with the PBR.

Benson talks with professional bull rider Cody Tyler. Cody talks about how he got into bull riding, what the tour's traditional values and patriotism means to him, as well as how he keeps a consistent walk with Christ in spite of the demanding schedule that is part of touring with the PBR.

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. Plus, 'Shenanigans' and 'You Like That'

Benson and Barletta make their predictions for the upcoming NFL season. Plus Benson shares an interesting article from the USA Today regarding Milwaukee Brewers' catcher Erik Kratz and the perseverance it took to make the big leagues after playing for 30 minor league teams. Benson gives a biblical perspective on relying on God's strength and not ours to persevere through difficult times. Plus weekly segments such as 'Shenanigans' and 'You Like That'.

Benson and Barletta discuss Jalen Ramsey's notion that he could play in the NHL. Plus, the Eagles' Malcolm Jenkins wants no reminders of last year's Super Bowl success. Benson gives a biblical comparison from the book of Nehemiah on how believers should not 'rest on their laurels' in their walks of faith. And as always, 'Shenanigans' and 'You Like That'.

Benson and Barletta share thoughts on the Urban Meyer situation at Ohio State. Should Urban Meyer have been fired? Do we cover up our sins as well, trying to hide them and turning a blind eye? Plus, 'Shenanigans', 'You Like That', and a quick story of a boxer who really didn't want to be where he found himself.

After a vacation break, Benson and Barletta are back talking sports without any trash talk. The guys wonder why nobody is going to the Oakland A's games when they are currently a playoff team and playing a division rival. They also 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. Plus, 'Shenanigans', and 'You Like That'.

A lot of baseball this week as Benson and Barletta review their pre-season predictions and talk about how things are holding up. Plus, LeBron James being recruited by a minor league baseball team, Nathan Eovaldi throws six innings of no-hit baseball 657 days since his last MLB appearance, 'Shenanigans', and 'You Like That'.

Benson is back and Zac's brother Spencer sits in with Benson and Barletta as they discuss former NBA player Stephen Jackson's critical response to JJ Watt's plan to pay for funerals of the senseless Santa Fe school shooting victims. Plus, the guys talk about the Jets givin up on Christian Hackenberg, Carmelo Anthony's but on social media bait, 'Shenanigans' and 'You Like That'.

Zac fills in as the host since Benson is literally swamped at work. This "best of" show features three segments from the early years of BTG: first, a 2015 clip in which Benson describes how the show originated. Then, a 2016 interview with former world champion MMA fighter Chad Robichaux, who's now with the Mighty Oaks Warrior Foundation, helping soldiers suffering from PTSD as they transition back to civilian life. Finally, a 2015 interview with former Yankees addiction Intervention Director Ron Dock.

It's the four year anniversary of the BTG program and Benson and Barletta are joined by one of the original 'Those Guys' Darren Metzger to talk sports and look back at their time doing the show together. This week's broadcast includes a segment of Darren's 'Unreasonable Rants'. Benson and Those Guys talk NBA basketball and LeBron James and make a spiritual application of being focused and 'renewing your mind' Plus, Zac has 'Shenanigans' and of course 'You Like That'

After a few weeks away Benson is back in studio talking baseball with Barletta. The guys review some of their early predictions and talk about the problems of the Mets' Matt Harvey and replay a clip from May 2016 when they were talking about Harvey. Plus, Zac's 'Shenanigans' statements and 'You Like That'.

As Benson is out of time attending a Sports Ministry conference, Zac Barletta and his brother Spencer once again take control of the mics.

Benson is away, so this week’s show is an encore presentation. From the January 20th, 2018 broadcast - Benson and Barletta are joined by Zac's brother Spencer as they discuss the available players rumored to still be available via trade prior to Spring Training just a little less than a month away. Benson compares veteran leadership to biblical disciple making. Then from the February 10th, 2018 show – Benson and Barletta discuss baseball free agency and wonder if the owners would be crazy enough to be colluding against the players again in order to keep salaries down. Benson gives a biblical perspective on feeling as though people are teaming up against you. And finally, from the January 27th, 2018 program - the guys talk about the baseball Hall of Fame vote, and wonder how twelve voters thought it appropriate to leave Chipper Jones off the ballot. The discussion leads to some thoughts on seeking our own glory when we ought to be seeking God's.

Rik Benson and Zac Barletta share their views on the recent Yankees-Red Sox brawl, the upcoming NHL and NBA postseason, as well as being joined by Sports Spectrum Podcast host Jason Romano. Jason talks about the podcast, his book 'Live to Forgive', and shares his testimony of placing his faith in Jesus Christ.