The Uncommon Podcast: Recent Episodes
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Podcasts are pretty common, so what makes the Uncommon podcast uncommon? In our episodes, we'll provide answers to popular professional and spiritual questions related to a career in sports from a Biblical lens, with Christ-centered leaders sharing their real-life and sport industry career experience.
In this episode, the Assistant AD for Equipment Operations at the University of Houston, Andrew Johnson, joins the show to discuss his journey working in football equipment, his experience working in equipment with the New York Jets, his international mission trips with Managers On A Mission (MOAM), now Uncommon Sports Group (USG), and how he has continued to make his relationship with Christ a priority in his life despite the demands that come with working in equipment. Learn more about Uncommon Sports Group or join our community of Christians working in sports.
In this episode, the Director of Equipment Services for the Minnesota Vikings, Michael Parson, joins the show to discuss his unexpected and difficult termination from his role as Director of Equipment Services with the Houston Texans in 2020 and how he navigated that difficult time of his career journey from a spiritual and professional perspective. Learn more about Uncommon Sports Group or join our community of Christians working in sports.
In this episode, Noah is joined by St. Joseph's men's basketball Director of Basketball Operations, Chris Flegler, to hear what led him to pursue a career in coaching, his experience coaching at smaller institutions, why he decided to leave coaching to work for Fellowship of Christian Athletes (FCA), how he was able to manage being in a Graduate Assistant role over ten years into his coaching career, and more! Learn more about Uncommon Sports Group or join our community of Christians working in sports.
In this episode, Noah is joined by the Associate Vice President/Chief Operating Officer at the University of North Texas athletics, Dr. Connor Smith, to discuss his recent job transition and how to go about making job transitions in the sport industry from a professional and spiritual lens. Learn more about Uncommon Sports Group or join our community of Christians working in sports.
In this episode, Minnesota Timberwolves Player Development Coach, Moses Ehambe, shares his coaching journey, how he has been able to live out his faith in the NBA, the ways he has grown as a coach during his time in the league, and more! Learn more about Uncommon Sports Group or join our community of Christians working in sports.
In this episode, Noah talks through four different reasons that you may be experiencing burnout in the Christian life and how to avoid falling into a state of burnout. Learn more about Uncommon Sports Group or join our community of Christians working in sports.
In this episode of the Uncommon Podcast, Noah is joined by the Vice President of Football Operations with the Carolina Panthers, Jeff Brown, to discuss his journey from the equipment room to the front office, the role his faith plays in his career, his recent transition from the Colts to the Panthers, and more! Learn more about Uncommon Sports Group or join our community of Christians working in sports.
In this episode, Noah sits down with author and speaker, Abdu Murray, to discuss his latest book, More Than a White Man's Religion, which unpacks the inclusive nature of the Bible to all races and sexes, as well as the eastern roots of the Scriptures. Learn more about Uncommon Sports Group or join our network!
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In this episode, Noah sits down with Sports Spectrum Director of Media, Jason Romano, to discuss his testimony and why the platform of sports is such a powerful place to share the good news of Jesus. Learn more about Uncommon Sports Group or join the network!
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In this episode, Noah is joined by Dr. Matt Huml, a professor at the University of Cincinnati, to discuss his latest research on the college athletics industry and why so many employees are leaving the industry. Learn more about Uncommon Sports Group or join the network!
In this episode, Christian apologist and president of Cross Examined, Dr. Frank Turek, joins the show to answer four questions that prove Christianity is true. Learn more about Uncommon Sports Group or join the network!
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In this episode, USG's Founder & Executive Director, Drew Boe, outlines what young professionals in the sport industry should look for as they seek to join a local church body in their communities. Learn more about Uncommon Sports Group or join the network!
There are a lot of clear commands in the Bible: don't lie, don't steal, don't commit adultery. But what about the less clear commands? How much can we drink before it's too much? Should we engage with secular entertainment? In this episode of the Uncommon Podcast, Noah welcomes Pastor Mark Crull from Northview Church in Indianapolis, IN to talk through gray areas and how to navigate them as a follower of Jesus Christ. Learn more about Uncommon Sports Group or join the network!
In this episode, Noah breaks down five key things young professionals can do to keep God first amidst the busy fall sports season. Learn more about Uncommon Sports Group or join the network!
In this episode, Noah and Mikey breakdown three healthy spiritual habits that are essential in a growing Christians life. Learn more about Uncommon Sports Group.
In this episode, the author of the book The Right Fight: How To Live a Loving Life, John Kennedy Vaughan, joins the show to talk about what it looks like to love God, love others, and live a loving life. Learn more about Uncommon Sports Group.
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In this episode, Pastor David Kaywood of Eastside Community Church in Jacksonville, FL joins the show to share the four things he believes are essential when looking for your future spouse. Learn more about Uncommon Sports Group.
In this episode, Noah talks through some of the common challenges that Christians face on social media and six tips to help you bring God glory through your social media platforms. Learn more about Uncommon Sports Group.
In this episode, USG staff members, Noah Weiss and Michael Carpenter, talk through some of the highlights and takeaways from their recent mission trip to Nairobi, Kenya. USG member, Garrett Sons, also joined the show to share about his experience to Kenya from a members perspective! Learn more about Uncommon Sports Group.
In this episode, we are joined by Athletes in Action campus affiliate staff member, Andre' Cooley, to hear his testimony on the significance of baptism in his walk with the Lord, the dangers and challenges of being faced with false teachings, the importance of having an eternal mindset, and more! Learn more about Uncommon Sports Group.
In this episode, Pastor Dave Gibson from Grace Church in Eden Prairie, MN joins the show to share his spiritual conversation experiences, as well as providing practical advice on how to start, accomplish, and follow up a spiritual conversation. Learn more about Uncommon Sports Group.
In this episode, Noah and Seth talk about what it looks like to live on mission for Christ and His Kingdom, as well as answering some questions from USG Members! Learn more about Uncommon Sports Group.
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In this episode, college hoops coach LaVall Jordan joins the show to share his coaching journey, how his faith in Christ has played a role in his career, and what God has taught him through being let go as the head coach at Butler University. Learn more about Uncommon Sports Group.
In this episode, USG members and present sport industry leaders, Kyle Richardson and Nick Hunt, talk about their recent job transitions and how young professionals in sports should manage a job transition. Learn more about Uncommon Sports Group.
In this episode, the Baltimore Ravens chaplain, Johnny Shelton, joins the show to talk about the issues of racial injustice in the United States and how Christians should respond. Learn more about Uncommon Sports Group.
In this new series, Noah sits down with USG's Ministry Operations & Events Manager, Seth Ralston, to discuss USG's attendance at the NABC convention in New Orleans and the WBCA convention in Minneapolis, as well as reflecting on the celebration of Christ's resurrection this upcoming Easter Sunday. Learn more about Uncommon Sports Group.
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In this episode, we are joined by Christian apologist and author, Abdu Murray, as he shares how evil actually proves the existence of God and how the cross helps us understand God's goodness amidst suffering. Learn more about Uncommon Sports Group.
In this episode, Christian apologist and author, Alisa Childers, shares how progressive Christian beliefs deny the core tenets of the Christian faith and the importance of standing firm on the objective truths of the Christian faith. Learn more about Uncommon Sports Group.
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In this episode, professor Paul Putz of Baylor's George W. Truett Theological Seminary joins the show to talk through what it looks like to be on mission in the sport industry. Learn more about Uncommon Sports Group.
In this episode, the Associate AD for Development and Chief Development Officer at Middle Tennessee State University, Hans Malebranche, shares how he first heard about Jesus in a sales meeting and how he has used his faith in Christ to have an eternal impact in the sport industry. Learn more about Uncommon Sports Group.
In this episode, the Detroit Lions Co-Director of Player Engagement, Jessica Gray, shares her career journey with us and how she has navigated a male dominated industry like the NFL. Learn more about Uncommon Sports Group.
In this episode, pastor Jon Christenson from Grace Church in Eden Prairie, MN joins the show to walk us through the manuscript evidence of the Bible, the Bible compared to other Holy books, divine inspiration, and more. Learn more about Uncommon Sports Group.
In this episode, former Executive Associate Athletic Director for the University of Oklahoma, Kenny Mossman, discusses how to find time to serve the church and the Kingdom of God, while balancing a busy sport industry schedule. Learn more about Uncommon Sports Group.
In this episode, Assistant Athletics Director and Chief of Staff with Liberty men's basketball, Chelsea Mangino, shares how she has navigated a male dominated industry by putting her identity in Jesus Christ. Learn more about Uncommon Sports Group.
In this episode, Jennifer Callinan and Emily Reinert from the University of Minnesota Athletics Career Services Department provide their best tips to get you ready for your next interview in the sport industry. Learn more about Uncommon Sports Group.
In this episode, campus and teaching pastor at Radiant Church in Southwest Michigan, Jon Zondervan, shares how Jesus radically changed his life and called him to be a pastor. Learn more about Uncommon Sports Group.
In this episode, former program administrator for NACDA, Judy Praska, shares her best advice on how to build, leverage, and sustain a network in the sport industry. Learn more about Uncommon Sports Group.
In this episode, former Tampa Bay Buccaneers chaplain, Doug Gilcrease, shares his story of leaving professional baseball to serve in full-time ministry. Learn more about Uncommon Sports Group.
In this episode, Memphis Hustle forward, Sean McDermott, joins the show to share how playing the sport he loves led him to Christ. Learn more about Uncommon Sports Group.
In this episode, we had the privilege of sitting down with Christian Hip-Hop Artist, "Shepherd", to hear his testimony and how he has stayed true to his convictions in the world of music. Learn more about Uncommon Sports Group.
In this episode, former NBA head coach Ryan Saunders shares the impact Jesus has had on his personal and professional life. Learn more about Uncommon Sports Group.
In this episode, Ralph Reiff joins the show to share his journey from aspiring farmer to National Athletic Trainers Association Hall of Fame inductee. Learn more about Uncommon Sports Group.
In this episode, we sit down with Tommy McClelland, the former Director of Athletics at McNeese State and Louisiana Tech, and the current Deputy Athletic Director of External Affairs and Revenue Generation at Vanderbilt University, to hear his career story. Learn more about Uncommon Sports Group.
In this episode, we wrap up our conversation with the former University of Minnesota's Director of Athletics, Joel Maturi, as he shares the remainder of his career story from Student Assistant to Director of Athletics. Learn more about Uncommon Sports Group.
In today's episode, Mikey Carpenter and Anissa Lighter help you get ready for the Thanksgiving holiday by unpacking a key professionalism tip that can put you ahead of the competition. Learn more about Uncommon Sports Group.
In this episode, we sit down with the former University of Minnesota's Director of Athletics, Joel Maturi, to hear his career journey from Student Assistant to Director of Athletics. Learn more about Uncommon Sports Group.
In this episode, we continue our series "How Did You Get There?" with Aaron Wasson, as he shares his journey from a Student Manager of Equipment to an Assistant Athletic Director of Equipment. Learn more about Uncommon Sports Group.
In this episode, we start off our new series "How Did You Get There" with Jason Grooms, as he shares his journey from Student Manager to Chief of Staff. Learn more about Uncommon Sports Group.
In this episode, Cullen Ecoffey and Shanya Richburg, both USG members, share how they were impacted during the 2021 USG summer mission trip to Kenya.
In this episode, Lynn University's Director of Athletics, Devin Crosby, tells us how he has learned to prioritize the important things in life, despite the heavy pressures and temptations that come with a career in the sport industry.
In this episode, assistant men's basketball coach at Midwestern State University, Greg Hawkins, tells us how to properly start and lead a successful Bible study.
In this episode, the women's soccer goalkeeper coach at the University of Minnesota, Tarah Nupson, tells us what it looks like to show the person of Jesus Christ to others through our actions.
In this episode, the Deputy Athletic Director at the University of Louisiana, Lee De Leon, joins the show to talk about building relationships with present sport leaders, finding a mentor, and how to stand out in the hiring process.
In this episode, the AD of Marketing and Fan Engagement at Auburn University, Dan Heck and his wife Courtney, share how they have managed to have a successful marriage, all while dealing with the unique pressures and temptations that come with a career in the sport industry.
In this episode, the Founder and Executive Director of Uncommon Sports Group, Drew Boe, answers key questions about USG's past, present, and future.
In this short preview, show host Noah Weiss unpacks how the Uncommon Podcast and Uncommon Sports Group can help you become a Christ-centered leader that will be able to successfully navigate the common challenges of working in the sport industry.