NIL, NCAA & the Wild West of College Sports – Decoding the Future with Andrew Donovan
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Welcome to Church Pew Sports Ep -NIL, NCAA & the Wild West of College Sports – Decoding the Future with Andrew Donovan The world of college sports is undergoing a seismic transformation — and no issue is more disruptive (or divisive) than NIL: Name, Image, and Likeness. In this week’s episode of Church Pew Sports, host Bill Hobson is joined by Andrew Donovan, President of the College Division at Altius Sports Partners, for an eye-opening deep dive into how NIL is reshaping the landscape of collegiate athletics. This is more than just a conversation about athlete compensation...
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Brotherhood, Baseball & Saying Goodbye: Faith and Sports in Life’s Toughest Moments
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Welcome to Church Pew Sports Ep 180 - Brotherhood, Baseball & Saying Goodbye: Faith and Sports in Life’s Toughest Moments After a short break, Church Pew Sports returns with a powerful blend of sports talk and soul-level reflections. Hosted by Bill Hobson alongside co-hosts Pastor Paul Miller, Scott Holmgren, and David Collins, this episode begins with a spirited dive into the Detroit Tigers’ surprising rise, the evolving landscape of Major League Baseball, and how the NCAA’s historic settlement is reshaping college sports as we know it. The guys take on hot topics with...
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Either/Or: Sports Debates, Loyalty, and Life Lessons
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Welcome to Church Pew Sports Ep 179 - Either/Or: Sports Debates, Loyalty, and Life Lessons In this lively and thought-provoking episode of Church Pew Sports, hosts Bill Hobson and Pastor Paul Miller welcome a brand-new guest: Pastor Mike Szoradi, a passionate Arizona sports fan and youth pastor with a strong Michigan family connection. What follows is a rapid-fire conversation packed with hot sports takes, irrational fan loyalty, and biblical life insights—all through the lens of sports. The crew kicks off with a fun introduction to Mike, diving into his long-suffering loyalty to the Arizona...
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Brains, Baggage & The Big Leagues - Why So Many Young Athletes Flame Out
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Welcome to Church Pew Sports Ep 178 - Brains, Baggage & The Big Leagues - Why So Many Young Athletes Flame Out We welcome Kip Rodgers, founder of , for a deep and eye-opening conversation about what really goes on behind the scenes of the NFL Draft—and why so many talented athletes never live up to expectations. With over a decade of experience assessing NFL draft prospects' mental makeup, Kip shares how she uses neuroscience-based evaluations to help athletes, agents, and teams make better decisions. From entitlement issues to spiritual grounding, Kip dives into the mental, emotional,...
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Shedeur Sanders - A Cautionary Tale from the NFL Draft
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Welcome to Church Pew Sports Ep 177 - Shedeur Sanders - A Cautionary Tale from the NFL Draft In this episode of Church Pew Sports, we welcome a special guest—Bryce Johnson, host of the podcast and founder of a sports-faith ministry that’s been impacting lives for over a decade. Bryce joins Bill and Paul to talk sports loyalties (yes, he’s a Duke fan), ministry in the locker room, and how fantasy football can actually draw people closer to Christ. We dive deep into the 2025 NFL Draft, breaking down quarterback drama, the mystery of Shedeur Sanders' draft slide, and why NFL teams...
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2025 NFL Draft of Biblical Characters
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Welcome to Church Pew Sports Ep 176 - 2025 NFL Draft of Biblical Characters What if the NFL Draft looked a little more… Biblical? Welcome to a truly unique episode of Church Pew Sports, where the crew dives into a one-of-a-kind fantasy draft—selecting Biblical figures to build the ultimate NFL team. It’s the 2025 NFL Biblical Character Draft, and trust us, it’s just as wild, hilarious, and thought-provoking as it sounds. In this episode, Joshua takes Samson off the board early for his raw power and sky-high potential, even if his locker room presence might raise a few eyebrows....
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March Madness Memories As A Legend's Son with Brandt Packer
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Welcome to Church Pew Sports Ep 175 - March Madness Memories As A Legend's Son with Brandt Packer The Final Four is filled with 1-seeds and brackets have largely been busted...but this edition of CPS is championship material as we welcome special guest Brandt Packer, the son of the late legendary broadcaster Billy Packer. Brandt's career as a top TV sports producer and his dad's legacy as one of the most revered analysts in the game provides us with powerful insights into the world of college sports, media, and the unbreakable bond between father and son. This week's CPS Starting Host Lineup:...
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March Madness - Mysteries, Debates, Outrage, & Predictions
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Welcome to Church Pew Sports Ep 174 - March Madness - Mysteries, Debates, Outrage, & Predictions The brackets are set, the upsets are brewing, and the madness is officially here! In this episode of Church Pew Sports, we dive into the biggest mysteries, hottest debates, and most controversial selections of the NCAA Tournament. From bubble team snubs to Cinderella contenders, we’re breaking it all down—plus, our bold predictions for who’s cutting down the nets. Whether you're a die-hard fan or just in it for the office pool, this is your courtside seat to all things March Madness....
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Is The SUPER CONFERENCE Era Upon Us?
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Welcome to Church Pew Sports Ep 173 - Is The SUPER CONFERENCE Era Upon Us? Reports of the formation of massive realignment in college sports have begun heating up ahead of the timing most thought possible. Is an overhaul to conferences the best thing for all of college sports, or just the elite programs with super deep pockets? We also pay tribute to the late Gene Hackman with a discussion about the best sports movies of all time and David brings us inside the world of Redbeard the Pirate. We've packed a little bit of everything into this fun CPS episode! This week's CPS Starting Host...
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Play Ball! It's Spring Training Time!
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Welcome to Church Pew Sports Ep 172 - Play Ball! It's Spring Training Time! The cold days of winter are nearly over and Spring Training is under way. We're here to catch you up on the baseball news you missed - player signings, rule changes, the changing TV landscape, and more. If you've been missing warm weather and thoughts of summer, this conversation is sure to warm your baseball fan heart! This week's CPS Starting Host Lineup: Bill Hobson Scott Holmgren --------- Did you know you can now ? You can listen to EVERY episode of CPS by visiting We would love to hear your thoughts,...
info_outlineWelcome to Church Pew Sports Ep 162 - Is The NFC North - Football's Best Division?
It's a 2-man studio this week as we look at football's strongest collection of teams - the NFC North - led by the red hot Detroit Lions.
We also look at the playoff contenders in College Football, discuss the true meaning of "born on third base," and navigate the challenging protocols of Halloween candy distribution and collection. Hard hitting journalism straight ahead!
This week's CPS Starting Host Lineup:
Bill Hobson
Pastor Josh Pardee
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