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The UNPACKIN' it Podcast With Bryce Johnson

UNPACKIN' itwww.unpackinit.com
This is the UNPACKIN’ it Podcast, where we relate sports stories to life and faith. Our mission is to challenge, encourage, and inspire you to follow Jesus and become more like Him with sports conversations that truly matter. We also unpack sports, faith, and life with intriguing guests from the sports world. Bryce Johnson is the president of UNPACKIN' it Ministries and is the host. He welcomes rotating guest co-hosts. Shows are released most weeks on Tuesdays.

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Episodes

GUEST: AARON KAMPMAN - Former Green Bay Packer

BIO: Our guest this week is former NFL defensive end, Aaron Kampman. He played his college football at the University of Iowa and was drafted in the fifth round of the 2002 NFL draft by the Packers. Spending eight years in Green Bay and two years in Jacksonville, he was a 2x Pro Bowler and 2x second-team All-Pro. He is now the founder and CEO of Align, where he empowers executives and organizations to become their best by intersecting time and purpose. Kampman is also a husband and a father of f...

Jun 22, 201929 min

2-MINUTE: Known & Unknown in NBA Draft

Today we unpack relying on the expert's analysis to tell us about the players we don't know in the NBA Draft and how this relates to knowing Jesus personally or just listening to what other say about Him. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Jun 21, 20192 min

2-MINUTE: Lakers Give Up A Lot for Davis

Today we unpack the Lakers making a big sacrifice in order to acquire Anthony Davis...and how it relates to the move God made on our behalf. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Jun 21, 20192 min

RADIO: Hutch Eckerson-NFL-Drug Addiction-Made New

SUMMARY: This week's show includes an in-depth conversation with Hutch Eckerson, a former NFL offensive lineman who spent time with the Chargers, Bills, Chiefs, and Saints. He was highly recruited out of high school and played his college football at South Carolina from 2006-2010. He is now a business owner and founder of Made New Ministries. He is also highly involved with the NFL Player's Association. Hutch joins us today to share his story about how his career ended early, drug addiction, and...

Jun 17, 201943 min

GUEST: Hutch Eckerson-NFL-Drug Addiction-Made New

BIO: This week's show includes an in-depth conversation with Hutch Eckerson, a former NFL offensive lineman who spent time with the Chargers, Bills, Chiefs, and Saints. He was highly recruited out of high school and played his college football at South Carolina from 2006-2010. Hutch is now a business owner and founder of Made New Ministries, and also very involved with the NFL Player's Association. Hutch joins us to share his story about his career ending early, drug addiction, and being made ne...

Jun 15, 201937 min

2-MINUTE: Why do Bad Things Happen to Great Teams?

Today we unpack the Warriors dealing with another injury...and how good teams deal with tough injuries and good people deal with suffering. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Jun 14, 20192 min

RADIO: Spencer Drango and Derrick Nnadi

SUMMARY: LA Chargers offensive lineman Spencer Drango joins the show to talk football, faith and life. Drango discusses the 2018 Chargers season, including a loss to the Patriots in the playoffs. He also takes us back to college, and the decision to play for Baylor. He is involved in prayer groups in the NFL, and he discusses the power of those relationships. He talks about his experience as a two-year member of the Browns, in which they only won one game. He also takes us through his faith jour...

Jun 09, 201943 min

GUEST: Derrick Nnadi - KC Chiefs Defensive Tackle

BIO: Derrick Nnadi is a defensive tackle for the Kansas City Chiefs. He played in college at Florida State and was taken in the third round of the 2018 NFL draft. During his rookie season, he started 11 games in the regular season and both playoff games. He was born and raised in Virginia and is of Nigerian descent. He is also the youngest of seven siblings. TOPICS: The Chiefs' off-season. Patrick Mahomes Giving back in the off-season. How he's been impacted by being the youngest of seven siblin...

Jun 08, 201922 min

GUEST: Spencer Drango

BIO: Spencer Drango is an offensive lineman with the LA Chargers. He also spent two seasons with the Cleveland Browns after being selected by them in the 5th round of the 2016 NFL Draft. He played his college football at Baylor where he was a 2X All-American and 2X Big 12 offensive lineman of the year. TOPICS: 2018 Chargers season - including playoff loss to Patriots. Why Baylor? The NFL and developing prayer groups. Playing two seasons with Cleveland and having only one win. Discovering his fai...

Jun 08, 201921 min

2-MINUTE: Sharing the workload

Today we unpack the LA Rams planning to spread the ball around in order to lighten the load on Todd Gurley... and how we can carry each other's burdens. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Jun 07, 20192 min

GUEST: Cameron Tringale

BIO: Cameron Tringale became a professional golfer in 2009 after an accomplished career at Georgia Tech. In college, he won the Atlantic Coast Conference Championship as a freshman; played in the 2007 and 2009 U.S. Amateur Championship; and was a three-time All-American. Since turning pro, he's played in ten majors and has earned a best world golf ranking of 55. TOPICS: His golf game today. His rookie year compared to now. Pressure and travel on tour. Married life and the importance of family. F...

Jun 01, 201921 min

RADIO: Jordan Matthews and Cameron Tringale

SUMMARY: Jordan Matthews currently plays wide receiver for the San Francisco 49ers. He joins the show to discuss his NFL journey, and why he loves challenges when it comes to playing football. He also talks about handling success and failure in the NFL, and how his purpose in life became spreading the gospel. His wife and young son and what they mean to him is also a topic. Cameron Tringale is a ten year veteran on the PGA tour. He talks about his game today, and how he handles pressure and trav...

Jun 01, 201943 min

GUEST: Jordan Matthews

BIO: San Francisco 49ers wide receiver, Jordan Matthews, was drafted by the Philadelphia Eagles in the 2nd round of the 2014 NFL Draft after a record-setting career at Vanderbilt. He's spent four seasons with the Eagles, one with the Bills, and during the offseason, he signed with the 49ers. Most importantly, Jordan is a husband, father, and follower of Jesus. TOPICS: Current 49ers OTA Workouts. His NFL journey - including the Eagles, Patriots, and Bills. Handling success and failure in the NFL....

May 31, 201930 min

2-MINUTE: Net Of Protection

Today we unpack the recent incident involving a little girl being hit by a baseball in the stands...and the need for a protective net in our own lives. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

May 31, 20192 min

RADIO: Levon Kirkland and Darrell Waltrip

SUMMARY: Former Pittsburgh Steelers lineback Levon Kirkland joins the show to discuss many topics, including the current state of the Steelers. He also discusses his coaching experience with Bruce Arians, and his current position with the South Carolina Football Hall of Fame. Kirkland talks about his fathers' influence, and why 1996 was a turning point in his faith. Nascar great Darrell Waltrip and CEO of Authentically American, Dean Wegner, discuss their partnership with the company. They also ...

May 26, 201943 min

2-Minute: Most Underappreciated NFL Players

Today we unpack the most underappreciated players in the NFL...and how to be more thankful for the underappreciated people in our lives. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

May 24, 20192 min

GUEST: Levon Kirkland - Former Steelers Linebacker

BIO: Former NFL linebacker, Levon Kirkland, was drafted in the second round of the 1992 draft by the Pittsburgh Steelers after playing his college football at Clemson. He spent nine seasons with the Steelers - one with the Seahawks and one with the Eagles. He was a two-time Pro Bowler and two-time All-Pro and a member of the NFL's 1990s all-decade team. TOPICS: Steelers drama in 2018 Coaching under Bruce Arians Currently working with the South Carolina Football Hall of Fame The influence of his ...

May 24, 201922 min

RADIO: Roman Harper and Andy Lee

SUMMARY: This week, former NFL safety Roman Harper discusses his post-NFL life, including taking 365 days off immediately after retirement. Does he miss football? He discusses that topic, along with his radio and television aspirations. Harper also talks about being a good learner, and how faith plays a role in his life. Andy Lee also joins the show. The current punter for the Arizona Cardinals discusses his foundation "Madelyn's Fund" and how they raise money for families who have a child in NI...

May 18, 201943 min

GUEST: Cardinals Punter Andy Lee

BIO: Andy Lee is the punter for the Arizona Cardinals. He played his college football at Pittsburgh and was drafted by the San Francisco 49ers in the sixth round of the 2004 NFL Draft. He has also played for the Browns and Panthers and has been selected to the Pro Bowl during the 2007, 2009, and 2011 seasons. After his young daughter tragically passed away, Andy and his wife started Madelyn's Fund to support families of infant and pediatric patients in the NICU, as well as, those who experience ...

May 18, 201916 min

GUEST: Super Bowl Winner Roman Harper

BIO: Roman Harper is a former NFL Safety and Super Bowl winner with the New Orleans Saints. He played his college football at Alabama and was drafted in the 2nd round of the 2006 draft. TOPICS: Taking 365 days off after he retired from the NFL. Why it's tough for NFL Players to transition after their career is over. Being a dad and his current roles. How "in-game adjustments" compare to being a dad. Balancing his post career interests (media and business). What he's learned about being an interv...

May 17, 201924 min

GUEST: NASCAR Driver Kevin Harvick

BIO: Kevin Harvick is a NASCAR Champion with 45 wins and 343 top ten finishes during his 19-year career. He's the driver of the #4 car for Stewart-Haas Racing...and is also a husband and father of two. TOPICS: His golf game. The 2019 NASCAR season so far. Managing expectations. Life after NASCAR, including radio and TV. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information....

May 17, 20199 min

2-MINUTE: Embracing Accountability

We unpack the Bucs making a change toward more accountability...and how this concept can be a game changer in our own lives. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

May 16, 20192 min

RADIO: QB Jeff Driskel and Ernie Johnson

SUMMARY: This week, Bengals quarterback Jeff Driskel joins the show to discuss his off-season, and the 2019 Bengals' outlook. He also tells us about a mission trip to Italy, and when he found Jesus. His relationship with Andy Dalton is interesting, and Jeff also gives advice on being a father. Ernie Johnson discusses his thoughts on pausing to make a difference instead of always hurrying...and how athletes and broadcasters can use their platform. He also discusses his latest book. Hosted on Acas...

May 11, 201943 min

GUEST: JEFF DRISKEL

BIO: Jeff Driskel is a quarterback with the Cincinnati Bengals. He played his college football at Florida and Louisiana Tech and was drafted by the San Francisco 49ers in the sixth round of the 2016 NFL Draft. Last year, he won the "Ed Block Courage Award" for the Bengals. Driskel is a husband and a father, and joins us to talk faith, football, and life. TOPICS: The off-season Mission trip to Italy Bengals outlook The Driskel family football and cheer camp "Ed Block Courage Award" Injuries Findi...

May 10, 201920 min

2 MINUTE: Why & Wisdom

Today we unpack quarterbacks understanding the "why"...and how we, too, can gain wisdom when we ask. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

May 10, 20192 min

RADIO: Herm Edwards and Chaplain Colin Pinkney

SUMMARY: Arizona State football coach Herm Edwards joins the show to discuss his perspective now on the NFL draft. He also explains his decision to return to coaching after spending many years with ESPN. Herm takes us inside the culture of ASU football, and life as an ESPN analyst. He also discusses what he thinks defines a man. Colin Pinkney is the Chaplain for the Charlotte Hornets. He takes us behind the scenes and explains what it is like to get to know and mentor NBA players with their fait...

May 04, 201943 min

2-MINUTE: Home Run-Shutout

Today we unpack a remarkable individual baseball feat...and how a "True Win" can never be accomplished alone. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

May 03, 20192 min

GUEST: Charlotte Hornets Chaplain Colin Pinkney

BIO: Colin Pinkney, a highly respected and award-winning community leader, is the Executive Director at The Harvest Center of Charlotte. As team chaplain for the NBA Charlotte Hornets, he serves as a spiritual mentor to some of the NBA’s most talented athletes and was recognized in 2011 by sports legend and philanthropist, Michael Jordan, as a hometown hero . Pinkney's first book, Blueprints: Mentoring Designs for Young Black Males , has garnered local acclaim, and his second book, Forgiving Our...

May 02, 201923 min

GUEST: Herm Edwards

BIO: Herm Edwards is the Head Football Coach at Arizona State. In his first season with the team, they went 7-6 and played in a Bowl Game. From 2009 to 2017, he was an analyst for ESPN. Edwards also played cornerback for ten seasons in the NFL (1977–1986) with the Philadelphia Eagles, Los Angeles Rams, and Atlanta Falcons. Former head coach of the Jets and Chiefs, he's most importantly a husband, father, and man of faith. TOPICS: His NFL Draft perspective. Why return to coaching? The culture at ...

Apr 30, 201924 min

2 MINUTE: This Player Will Change Our Franchise

Today we unpack how NFL draftees will change teams and contribute to franchises...and consider what kind of impact we're making on those around us. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Apr 26, 20192 min
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