SPORTS YAPP Episode #43 – Interview with Chris Spielman



Today on the show:

Bryce is joined by Chris Spielman to talk about the NFL draft, his new book, and losing his wife to cancer.

-Chris talks about hope and how he grew during such a difficult time.

-Chris shares how his kids are doing.

-Chris gives his thoughts on the Browns’ draft picks.

-Chris gives us a glimpse of what we can expect from his new book.

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SPORTS YAPP Episode #42 – Charlotte Hornets, Rebranding in sports, What’s Boiling Bryce?!?

Today on the show:

Bryce and Aaron yapp about rebranding in sports, NFL kickoffs, and Bryce is boiling about a couple of things!

-First, the guys yapp about Jeremy Lin and Tim Tebow being named in Time’s top 100 most influential people in the world.

-The NFL may remove kickoffs…

-There’s a movement going on in Charlotte to change the Bobcats name back to the Hornets. Hear what the guys think about bringing back the buzz. (bringbackthebuzz.com)

- Aaron talks about rebranding in sports; what has worked, and what hasn’t.

-What’s Boiling Bryce?!? Drew Brees contract situation and Dwight Howard/Stan Van Gundy

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SPORTS YAPP Episode #38 – Kentucky wins the NCAA Championship

Today on the show:

Bryce and Aaron yapp about college basketball, the Masters, and the NBA.

- First, they yapp about John Calipari winning his first NCAA title as coach after Kentucky beats Kansas.

- Bryce throws out some ideas for the NCAA and NBA concerning what they can do to solve the one and done problem.

- The guys yapp about the Knicks and Jeremy Lin’s injury and who the current favorites are in the East and West.

- Bryce throws out some ideas for the NCAA and NBA concerning what they can do to solve the one and done problem.

- Riots were started and couches were burned in Lexington, Ky., after Kentucky won the NCAA title on Monday. Bryce shares why he thinks people lose their mind when their favorite team wins a championship.

- Bryce shares a spiritual lesson that can be learned from something John Calipari said after last night’s game.

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SPORTS YAPP Episode #37 – Final Four, Tim Tebow, Tiger Woods, Kentucky

Today On The Show:

- Bryce gives his reasons why it’s bad for college basketball if Kentucky wins it all.

- Bryce and Aaron argue about North Carolina missing Kendall Marshall.

- Has Harrison Barnes been a disappointment?

- Why Bryce roots for Tiger Woods.

- The guys yapp about Tebow’s press conference with the Jets.

- Does Bryce think Tim Tebow will start?

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SPORTS YAPP Episode #36 – Peyton Manning a Bronco, #FreeTebow, and March Madness

Today on the show:

Greg Arnold returns to the show to join Bryce and Aaron to talk NFL and March Madness.

- We yapp about Peyton going to the Broncos.

- Where will Tebow end up? (Breaking: Tebow to the New York Jets)

- Bryce explains why Duke lost.

- UNC PG Kendall Marshall has a broken wrist, will he play and will it dash North Carolina’s championship hopes?

- We make our Final Four predictions.

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Coming this week: Sports Spectrum’s 2012 MLB Preview DigiMag

Sports Spectrum managing editor Brett Honeycutt and staff writer Aaron May provide division capsules, top tens, and editorials about the upcoming MLB season while SPORTS YAPP host Bryce Johnson interviews 2011 Cy Young winner Clayton Kershaw (cover). Look for the digital issue this week on sportsspectrum.com, your hub for news connecting faith and sports.

To view our other digital issues (Fall 2011 featuring CFL star Anthony Calvillo, 2011 Year in Review, and Winter 2012 featuring Indiana University freshman Cody Zeller) click here. These are only available free of charge for a limited time. To get more of Sports Spectrum and receive four 100-plus page issues a year in print, subscribe here. Continue reading

SPORTS YAPP Episode #34 – Jimmy Peña Interview


 
 
Today on the show:

-Jimmy joins Bryce to discuss fitness and nutrition.

-Jimmy mixes faith and fitness together in a really cool way.

-Bryce is challenged by Jimmy because he never works out!

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SPORTS YAPP Episode #33 – Heath Evans Interview


Today on the show:

-Heath Evans joins us to discuss what happened with his former team, the New Orleans Saints, and the “bounty” situation.

-Heath also talks about what Peyton Manning is probably looking for in a new team.

-Heath shares what God has been teaching him since he retired from the NFL.

-Also, Bryce talks about Peyton Manning, and where he will end up.

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SPORTS YAPP Episode #29 – Brad Smith Interview


 
Today on the show:

- Buffalo Bills Wide Receiver Brad Smith joins to discuss how his first year in Buffalo went.

- We yapp about faith, family, and football.

- We even talk a little NBA, PS3, mentors, and college.

- Brad gives his opinion on the new kickoff rule.

- And Bryce gives his thoughts about Jeremy Lin and Peyton Manning!

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Happy Valentine’s Day

 
Happy Valentine’s Day everyone! Listen to former Tennessee Titans running back Eddie George on our podcast, SPORTS YAPP, as he talks about his faith and his marriage.

George also gives advice to any single person out there. A great listen for Valentine’s Day!

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