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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

Audible Minute - Soar through Soreness

Former Carolina Panther, Nate Salley, encourages us to meet our New Year challenges by fighting through the initial pain of change. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Jan 06, 20211 min

NFL Week 17 Recap Show

Bryce Johnson, Luke Heaton, and former NFL Linebacker Corey Miller discuss the top storylines of the NFL and College Football Playoffs in the first episode of 2021. TOPICS: A look back at the holiday break Standout storylines of Week 17 of the NFL season Cowboys’ season ends in disappointment The NFC East down to the wire; Ron Rivera and the Washington defense got it done “Black Monday” as head coaches get the axe Week 17 mindset when your team is out of the playoff picture Wildcard Weekend Will...

Jan 04, 202158 min

Audible Minute - Equipped

Former Carolina Panther, Nate Salley, reminds us to use our natural gifts and our God-given purpose to become anything that you want to be. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Dec 23, 20202 min

The Christmas Special 2020

Bryce Johnson and Luke Heaton share their thoughts on sports, music and movies as we enter Christmas week. TOPICS: College football playoff Christmas movies Bryce’s favorite Christmas music and teaching Maddie to sing Top Christmas movie lines of all time The meaning of Christmas Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Dec 21, 20201 hr

Fantasy Football Fellowship Podcast - Playoff Preview #2

TOPICS: Accountability: New York Giants’ players bombed last week Cam Akers had a HUGE week Eagles crushed the Saints strong defense Did You Listen? T.Y. Hilton performed well again last week Christian McCaffrey most likely is done I’m Convinced: Make sure your players are really healthy this week Cooper Cupp will be huge vs. the Jets this week Don’t base lineup decisions on what happened last week Leonard Fournette will be good this week Chase Claypool will bounce back Fantasy Football Fellowsh...

Dec 17, 202035 min

Audible Minute - The Present of Time

Former Carolina Panther, Nate Salley, encourages us to refrain from worrying about the challenges of 2020...and to give the gift of presence to our families this holiday season. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Dec 16, 20202 min

Reaction to the Sports Weekend

SUMMARY: Bryce Johnson and former NFL player, Corey Miller, react to the weekend in sports. TOPICS: Saints fall to Eagles – Jalen Hurts’ performance Tom Brady and the Bucs – will they be a post-season threat? NFC Title Game prediction Pittsburgh Steelers and what lies ahead Can anyone take out the Chiefs? Gus Malzohn fired at Auburn – the buyout North Carolina vs. Miami Clemson vs. Notre Dame and the ramifications Unpack this – new life Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information...

Dec 15, 202051 min

Lorenzo Alexander, Former NFL Linebacker

BIO: Lorenzo Alexander, a former Buffalo Bills linebacker, retired from his 15-year NFL career at the end of last season. Alexander played his college football at the University of California and joined the NFL in 2005. Throughout his long career, he also spent time with the Panthers, Redskins, Cardinals, and Raiders. Playing multiple positions, including OL, DL, LB, FB, TE, and every special team's unit, Alexander is a two-time Pro Bowler and last year was a second-team All-Pro. Throughout Alex...

Dec 12, 202046 min

Audible Minute - Focus Through the Fog

Former Carolina Panther, Nate Salley, reminds us that focus despite the "fog," or distractions in our lives, is so important to reaching our goals. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Dec 10, 20202 min

Fantasy Football Fellowship Podcast - Playoff Preview

Summary: Host, Bryce Johnson, takes a look back at Week 13 and sets up the storylines of the first week of the Fantasy Football Playoffs. TOPICS: Accountability: Keku Coutee and Deshawn Watson – outperformed expectations Christian McCaffrey will return for the Fantasy playoffs Did You Listen? Robert Tonyan and Kurt Cousins both played great last week Jamison Crowder and Corey Davis continue to be special at times Peace or Panic Seattle Seahawks’ players – Panic Los Angeles Chargers – Panic Derri...

Dec 10, 202030 min

NFL Reaction Podcast - Week 13 Part 2

SUMMARY: Bryce Johnson and Corey Miller tackle more of the topics of NFL and College Football in this busy sports week. Enjoy BONUS coverage of the "UNPACKIN' it" Podcast TOPICS: Redskins upset Steelers; Ron Rivera changing the culture Carsen Wentz benched by the Eagles; he will respond at some point Corey Miller’s experience getting benched and how he responded Michigan vs. Ohio State cancelled; Ohio State’s post-season future in doubt Coastal Carolina – are they true contenders? Do they belong...

Dec 09, 202056 min

NFL Reaction Podcast - Week 13

Summary Bryce Johnson and Corey Miller, the "Pastor of Pain," unpack their reactions to Week 13 of the NFL season. TOPICS: South Carolina hires Shane Beamer – Corey’s reaction Jets fall on last play of the game – Gregg Williams fired Dolphins just keep winning Patriots hammer Chargers 45-0 – are the Patriots for real in 2020? Giants win when they have nothing to lose To live is Christ; to die is gain Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information....

Dec 08, 202042 min

Reggie Kelly - Former NFL Tight End

BIO: Reggie Kelly played 13 years in the NFL with the Bengals and Falcons, getting his start at Mississippi State. He was drafted by the Falcons in the 2nd round of the 1999 NFL. Kelly is now the owner and founder of Kyvan Foods (launched in 2008), and author of the book, PREPARED: Body-Mind-Spirit . He joins us today on behalf of the Gridiron Greats Foundation and Pork Rind Appreciation Day. TOPICS: His career in the food industry Terrence Mathis’ influence on his life The next Man Up Conferenc...

Dec 04, 202047 min

Fantasy Football Fellowship Podcast - Week 13 preview

SUMMARY: Host, Bryce Johnson, takes a look back at Week 12 and prepares Fantasy Football owners for Week 13 of the NFL season. TOPICS: Shenanigans: · Bryce loses by .1 due to Big Ben not doing enough Accountability: Brian Hill is not good – Falcons Kenyan Drake is better than Edmonds – Cardinals Darrell Henderson continues to struggle – Rams Austin Eckler came back and can be a game-changer – Chargers Duke Johnson scores 17 points on Thanksgiving - Texans Did You Listen? Christian McCaffrey will...

Dec 03, 202030 min

NFL Reaction Podcast - Week 12

Bryce Johnson and Corey Miller, the "Pastor of Pain," unpack their reactions to Week 12 of the NFL season. TOPICS: Holiday weekend highlights Bryce's father's fail on Thanksgiving morning Wild NFL Sunday storylines Chiefs continue unreal play Broncos play without a QB NFC Championship favorites Packers held back by Mike McCarthy Panthers lose another close game Alabama vs. Auburn and other college football storylines Should we have a College Football Playoff this year? The college football coach...

Dec 01, 20201 hr 20 min

Audible Minute - Same Love

Former Carolina Panther, Nate Salley, reminds us that God rewards us all with His same love. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Nov 29, 20202 min

Audible Minute - Keep Going

Former Carolina Panther, Nate Salley, discusses the toughest climbs in life and how they lead us to the greatest views. Reach the mountain top...and keep going! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Nov 27, 20202 min

Audible Minute - Rock Bottom

Former Carolina Panther, Nate Salley, encourages us to learn from our mistakes...to take our biggest disappointments and use them to make us better people. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Nov 25, 20202 min

Fantasy Football Fellowship Podcast - Week 12 Preview

Summary: Host, Bryce Johnson, takes a look back at Week 11 and prepares Fantasy Football owners for Week 12 of the NFL season. TOPICS: Accountability: Taysom Hill is better than Bryce expected - Saints Ezekiel Elliot finally rushes for over 100 yards - Cowboys Duke Johnson is a bust again - Texans Got it Right: Michael Pittman is impressive again – Colts Carlos Hyde produces big-time – Seahawks Le’Veon Bell scores a touchdown – Chiefs Christian McCaffrey simply won’t win you games this year – Pa...

Nov 24, 202024 min

NFL Reaction Podcast - Week 11

SUMMARY: Bryce Johnson and Corey Miller, the "Pastor of Pain," unpack their reactions to Week 11 of the NFL season. TOPICS: Bryce’s early Thanksgiving dinner Chiefs hold off Raiders and win again No fans in the stands Dolphins bench Tua Justin Herbert playing great football Eagles need to get weapons for Wentz or trade him Are the Colts a Super Bowl contender? Panthers shut out the Lions Frank Gore still fighting the fight for the Jets Hornets sign Gordon Hayward College football Saturday – Clem...

Nov 24, 20201 hr 25 min

Earl Bennett - Former NFL Wide Receiver

BIO: Earl Bennett is a retired NFL wide receiver who played six seasons with the Chicago Bears. Earl was drafted by the Chicago Bears in the 3rd round of the 2008 NFL Draft. He played his college football at Vanderbilt. Earl is a husband, father, and man of God. He is currently working on his Ph.D. in Higher Educational Leadership and Policy Studies. TOPICS: The Bears tough challenges Watching games as a fan How he fell in love with football The faith journey Key moments where faith developed du...

Nov 19, 202038 min

Fantasy Football Fellowship Podcast - Week 11 Preview

Host, Bryce Johnson, takes a look back at Week 10 and prepares Fantasy Football owners for Week 11 of the NFL Season. TOPICS: Accountability: Carson Wentz – Eagles Trading Ronald Jones – Bucs Patriots' offense performs on Sunday night Nick Chubb and Kareem Hunt are actually better together I’m Convinced: Michael Pittman will be the #1 for the Colts Jameis Winston will perform well – Saints Waiver Wire: Carlos Hyde – Seahawks LeVeon Bell – Chiefs Zach Ertz – Eagles Allen Lazard – Packers Salvin A...

Nov 19, 202029 min

Kent Chevalier - Steelers Team Chaplain

BIO: Kent Chevalier is the chaplain for the Pittsburgh Steelers organization and on staff with Athletes in Action. He joined the Steelers in 2019 after a couple of decades as a pastor. You can check out his website at teamchevalier.com . TOPICS: The Steelers’ 9-0 start The historic franchise success Mike Tomlin's leadership His role as the Steelers’ team chaplain Relating to NFL players Current Bible study – The Book of James Man Up and Urban Impact Covid-19 and 2020 and its impact on his father...

Nov 17, 202051 min

Audible Minute - What Are We Waiting For?

Former Carolina Panther, Nate Salley, reminds us to stop waiting and act on our dreams now. No amount of time has been guaranteed to us, so we must execute now and drop the excuses. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Nov 17, 20202 min

NFL Reaction Podcast with Corey Miller - Week 10

Bryce Johnson and Corey Miller, the "Pastor of Pain," unpack their reactions to Week 10 of the NFL season. TOPICS: Corey Miller joins the UNPACKIN' it team as a regular co-host, speaker, and Director of Ministry Outreach Will Muschamp is fired at South Carolina Dustin Johnson dominates the Masters Drew Brees' injury Panthers fall again, despite great effort Patriots continue the roller coaster ride Ravens are difficult to figure out Raiders keep winning ugly Dolphins 3-0 with Tua Kyler Murray's ...

Nov 17, 20201 hr

Del Harris, Former NBA Head Coach

BIO: Del Harris spent 30 years in the NBA, including head coach of the Houston Rockets, Milwaukee Bucks, and the Los Angeles Lakers where he was NBA Coach of the Year in 1995. He is currently the VP of the Texas Legends. Working with seven centers who went to the Naismith Hall of Fame (Yao Ming, Moses Malone, and Shaquille O’Neal), Harris also coached Kobe Bryant and Magic Johnson and has a cameo in the movie Space Jam. TOPICS: Why he chose to play for Milligan College over Butler How he hasn’t ...

Nov 13, 20201 hr

Fantasy Football Fellowship Podcast - Week 10 Preview

TOPICS: Fantasy Shenanigans Trading Christian Kirk for Brian Hill Trading Ronald Jones for Hunter Henry Trading Devin Singletary and Courtland Sutton for Julio Jones Chargers continue to lose in the NFL and win in FFF 32 League Buying and Selling for the Stretch Run Phillip Lindsey – Broncos – Buying Chase Edmonds – Cardinals – Buying Miles Sanders – Eagles – Buying Alan Lazard – Packers – Buying Austin Hooper – Browns – Buying DJ Chark – Jacksonville – Buying Christian McAffrey – Panthers – Sel...

Nov 12, 202038 min

Audible Minute - Do It Now!

Former Carolina Panther, Nate Salley, encourages us to reach out to those who are on your heart NOW...not later. Also quit stalling on whatever pulls on your heartstrings - do it now! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Nov 12, 20202 min

NFL Reaction Podcast With Corey Miller - Week 9

SUMMARY: Bryce Johnson and Corey Miller, the "Pastor of Pain," unpack their reactions to Week 9 of the NFL season. TOPICS: Saints crushed Brady, Bucs Saints are absolutely a contender Carolina Panthers challenge the Chiefs Cowboys gave Steelers a good game Tua and the Dolphins win again Bills are a contender; roll Seattle Sunday Clemson falls to Notre Dame in the game of the weekend Unpack this... Chargers and Panthers keep competing, despite close losses Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy f...

Nov 09, 202057 min

Fantasy Football Fellowship Podcast - Week 9 Preview

TOPICS: Accountability Dalvin Cook had a monster day – Vikings Carsen Wentz bombed on Sunday night – Eagles Cole Beasley disappeared - Raiders Kareem Hunt has underperformed for three weeks – Browns Did you Listen? Damion Harris is legit – Patriots Colts offense is improving Fantasy Shenanigans Zeke Elliot not living up to the hype – Cowboys George Kittle injury is devastating to owners – 49ers Chargers blow lead but Bryce wins in the FFF 32 League Move on: Tyler Higbee – Rams I’m Convinced: Mar...

Nov 05, 202038 min
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