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Zac fills in for Benson with his brother Spencer as a guest. They make up for the lack of recent episodes by going way over the usual episode length talking about the Redskins' name change, the Buffalo Bills needing a new stadium sponsor, and a preview...
Benson and Barletta talk about the unnecessary and inappropriate use of foul language which seems to be more and more prevalent in sports today. Benson shares some thoughts about what the Bible says our speech should be like.Plus, Zac wonders during the...
Benson and Barletta discuss the state of negotiations in getting Major League Baseball back on the field. Why is it taking so long for the two sides to agree on something. Benson shares a biblical thought from the book of Esther on strong...
Benson and Barletta discuss some current events in society - Colin Kaepernick, Drew Brees' comments, etc - and are reminded that we all need to listen to what others are saying a bit more. Especially believers in Christ who are called to prefer others...
Benson tells Barletta that he deleted all his social media apps because he found himself getting frustrated with people. People are divisive when God want His people to be unified in love. Zac's 'Shenanigans' statements include wondering if there will...
After some time off, Benson and Barletta are back talking sports from a faith-based perspective. Their conversation about current events leads to a discussion on how looking out for 'number one' is not consistent with the Christian lifestyle. Yet if one...
Benson picks Barletta's brains about the first round of the NFL draft and then makes a spiritual application of things in life which are certain. Zac's 'Shenanigans' topics include 'If the Los Angeles Chargers’ newly-released uniform changes are the...
Benson and Barletta talk about the emphasis on sports. While we all look forward to their eventual return, sports are not life and we need to keep what's truly important in a perspective. In addition to the weekly encouragement during the 'You Like...
Benson and Barletta talk about the lack of sports to discuss and share their Sasquatch calling skills. We're all hoping to have sports back soon and Benson shares some biblical thoughts on hope.In his 'Shenanigans' segment, Zac questions if opinions...
It's a 'highlights' edition of BTG as Benson and Barletta take a week off and air a pair of previously broadcast segments. It's the time of year to talk so baseball so from January 29th of this year, the guys discuss Derek Jeter having missed out on a...
Benson and Barletta welcome to the program, Kristin Concordia, head coach of the womens lacrosse team at Roberts Wesleyan College. After a season in which they recorded the most wins in program history and having appeared in three straight ECC...
In the Shenanigans' segment, Zac wonders if Rudy Gobert will be remembered more for the coronavirus and shutting down the NBA than for his talents on the court, If Houston Texans coach Bill O’Brien should be fired for trading Deandre Hopkins, and if...
In a special broadcast, Benson and Barletta skip all the regular features of the program so that they can talk longer with Kevin Malone who is the founder and president of the US Institute Against Human Trafficking.The former General Manager of the...
Kevin Malone joins the program. The former General Manager of the Montreal Expos and LA Dodgers is the founder and president of the US Institute Against Human Trafficking. He talks about the work his ministry is doing and answers some general awareness...
Benson and Barletta welcome to the program, Aaron Scheer of Centershot Ministries. The Centershot program is used by churches throughout the United States to introduce kids, and families, to the gospel of Jesus Christ through the sport of archery.In...
Benson and Barletta welcome to the program, Aaron Scheer who is the President of Centershot Ministries. The Centershot program is used by churches throughout the United States to introduce kids, and families, to the gospel of Jesus Christ through the...
Benson and Barletta talk about Spike Lee, Charles Oakley, and the New York Knicks. They showed again this week the meaning of 'Knicks gonna Knicks'. Benson shares some biblical thoughts about miscommunication. Plus, in the 'Shenanigans' segment, Zac...
The Reverend Jason McGuire joins the program to discuss several sports-related political issues. Rev. McGuire is the President of New Yorker's Family Research Foundation. Among the discussed topics include homeschool sports participation with public...
Reverend Jason McGuire joins the program to discuss several sports-related political issues. Rev. McGuire is the President of New Yorker's Family Research Foundation. Among the discussed topics include homeschool sports participation with public...
Benson and Barletta discuss the reactions around baseball to the apologies offered by some members of the Houston Astros regarding the cheating scandal they are involved in. There is an application from Psalm 51 where David seeks restoration from...
Benson and Barletta talk XFL Football and some of the changes in rules as compared to the NFL. Benson shares a few thoughts from the bible about change. Plus, in the 'Shenanigans' segment, Zac wonders if Yankee fans are upset that Yankees pitcher James...
On this week's program, Benson and Barletta discuss New York Rangers goalie Henrik Lundqvist - should they trade him? What if he doesn't want to be traded? Benson gives a biblical application of preferring others, including how far Jesus Christ was...
Benson and Barletta talk about Dion Waiters finally getting into his first game of the season with the Miami Heat after having been suspended three times. A biblical perspective is given dealing with doing our part on the team, and using our spiritual...
Benson and Barletta discuss Derek Jeter having missed out on a unanimous election into the Baseball Hall of Fame by a single vote. He always seemed to say the right thing and continued to do so even after being snubbed by some anonymous voter. Benson...
Brian Smith joins the program to talk about his book, 'The Assist, A Gospel-Centered Guide to Glorifying God Through Sports'.
Brian Smith joins the program to talk about his book, 'The Assist, A Gospel-Centered Guide to Glorifying God Through Sports'. In the 'Shenanigans' segment, Zac wonders if the Colorado Rockies will trade superstar 3B Nolan Arenado; Whether it's a bad...
Benson and Barletta dedicate the show to discussing the sign-stealing controversy in Major League Baseball. In the one segment, the guys discuss how other than Carlos Beltran, no apology has been given from any of the penalized teams. Benson makes a...
On this week's program, Benson and Barletta discuss the College Football National Championship Game, and specifically the stand-up reputation of Clemson coach Dabo Swinney as well as discussing Baltimore Ravens' stunning playoff loss and the harsh words...
Benson and Barletta discuss the rumors of cheating and sign stealing in Major League Baseball by two of the last three World Series champions. It's a matter of integrity and Benson shares some thoughts from scripture for facing situations which test our...
With Zac Barletta away this week, Rik Benson goes solo discussing the solid teamwork of Houston Rockets star Jame Harden, the exciting win for Florida A&M basketball despite the overwhelming odds, a frustrating loss for the Columbus Blue Jackets due...
