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Pro Sports Podcasters

Pro Sports Podcasters

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The Pro Sports Podcasters is hosted by Nii Wallace-Bruce, and Justen Williams. On this podcast there is no sport too big, or too small for us to cover. You'll learn something every episode! #NoSportLeftBehind Our guests include the top athletes in their sport, coaches, sports broadcasters, sports agents, league administrators, and dedicated fans. We cover every sport from every angle, and provide perspectives that other podcasts ignore. Each host has expert knowledge in a number of sports. S ...
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Youth Ministry for the Longer Haul Podcast

Jody Livingston: Youth Pastor | Youth Speaker | Youth Ministry Blogger

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Join Jody Livingston, a dedicated Student Pastor with boots-on-the-ground experience, as he guides both new and veteran Youth Ministry leaders toward sustainable success in The Longer Haul podcast. Whether you’re a Youth Pastor, Youth Minister, or a volunteer in Student Ministry, Jody delivers principle-based, practical advice that transcends the typical how-to’s. Each episode is packed with actionable insights to help you foster longevity in your ministry. Delve into topics that bolster you ...
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Indianapolis has been a hotbed of sporting activity this year. In addition to the NFL Draft Combine and the famous Indianapolis 500 race, the city has become the epicentre of excitement as Caitlin Clark's rookie season with the Indiana Fever captures the attention of new and existing WNBA fans. Further, the Colts' home at Lucas Oil Stadium just hos…
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North, Central and South American football come together at the 2024 Copa America. The American hosts have questions surrounding their manager, Gregg Berhalter, while their northern neighbours enter with a former candidate in Jesse Marsch. What this mean for these diverging teams. Esteemed writer, Charles Beohm joined us to discuss this and more: J…
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The Paris Summer Olympics and Paralympics are less than 6 weeks away. While these upcoming Games are already spoken for, what can we expect for the future hosts of the Winter Olympic and Paralympics? With new developments happening this week, we caught up with friend of the show, Rob Livingstone from GamesBids.com. Nii Wallace-Bruce and Rob Livings…
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The biggest football tournament of 2024 is almost here - Euro 2024 in Germany. Bob Turgut returned to the show to run the rule over the tournament, with a particular focus on his nation of Turkiye. Bob has covered the Turkish team for over 3 decades! Justen Williams caught up with Bob Turgut to discuss the Euro 2024 tournament, including contenders…
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The NBA season is reaching a crescendo with the Finals series, however, there is also the matter of television rights to be finalised for 2025 and beyond. With ESPN (Disney), Prime Video (Amazon), and NBC/Peacock in the front-running for deals, will there be room for TNT (Warner Brothers Discovery) to broadcast the Association in the US. Michael Mc…
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After a banner start to 2023 for the Toronto Argonauts, 2024 has started with much adversity. The 150th anniversary season ended without a title, players left in free agency and, most notably, the starting Quarterback Chad Kelly is under suspension for harrassment of a team employee. With a lot to unpack, we connected with CFL historian, author and…
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With the Paris Summer Olympics and Paralympics edging closer we caught up with the founder of the Flame Bearers podcast, Jamie Mittelman. Flame Bearers is a groundbreaking site that focuses solely on the stories of female athletes from around the globe, winning awards along the way. Jamie discussed her journey through Harvard and the genesis of the…
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Plug into our latest episode with BKFC prospect, Ty "The Headknocker" Reyes. He chats with Nii Wallace-Bruce about his hopes, dreams and more! Nii and Ty discuss the rise of BKFC and how Ty plans to become pro. Ty also shares his perspective on mindset and how he stays locked in throughout. Ty touched on his upbringing in aikido and how martial art…
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The Paris Summer Olympics are upon us, so it just made sense to catch up with champion trap shooter, Ray Bassil, who represents Lebanon. With world and regional titles already won, she is hoping to end a generational drought and become the first Lebanese Olympic champion in shooting in the 21st century. Ray discussed her journey through shooting an…
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You're going to get a kick out of this episode, as we catch up with Tim Lo. The Edmonton fighter is the current WBC Muay Thai champion in Canada and he has more goals to achieve before it is all said and done. Justen discussed Tim Lo's background in taekwondo and how that shaped his Muay Thai development. Tim also shares his opinion on weight cutti…
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There is a big summer of international tournaments coming up in 2024. We take a look back at the first big one of the year, the African Cup of Nations, held in Cote d'Ivoire. Friend of the show, Yaw Ampofo Jr from GTV in Ghana, joined us to discuss that and more. Nii Wallace-Bruce caught up with Yaw Ampofo Jr to discuss the early exit of Ghana at t…
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Hoops are on the brain right now. From March Madness to the NBA playoffs, the hardwood is front and centre across North America. Nii Wallace-Bruce caught up with pro basketballer Jaylin Reed from Virginia Valley Vipers of The Basketball League. Jaylin shared his journey, which includes a stint in Portugal and the differences between North American …
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UFC 300 is the biggest combat sports event of 2024 and it has been months in the making. Anthony Gabriel from Denver Sports Betting on 98.1 in Denver joined us to run through stacked card. Anthony, Justen Williams and Nii Wallace-Bruce discussed some stand out fights and potential value bets. Justen and Nii then shared their thoughts on UFC 300 and…
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In a PSP first, we interview two guests at the same time. Get ready for blockbuster chat as Nii Wallace-Bruce interviews One Championship commentator, Gianni Subba, and chef to the MMA fighters, Ian Larios. Gianni and Ian have opened The Block on the island of Bali, Indonesia. We discussed: Gianni's journey as a fighter and also as commentator, tak…
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If you love your NFL, you may be aware that Kirk Cousins is now part of the Atlanta Falcons. But did you know who interviewed him first, after his arrival back in the Peach State? We do and he's a friend of the show - Abe Gordon from 92.9 The Game in Atlanta. Justen Williams and Nii Wallace-Bruce caught up with Abe Gordon to discuss the arrival of …
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It's a Summer Olympic year and we took a closer look at judo from the lens of the coach, with Canadian coach, Ken Fukushima. Nii Wallace-Bruce caught up with Ken Fukushima to discuss his journey in Judo. Ken shares the story of how he met Egyptian judo legend and Olympic medallist, Mohamed Ali Rashwan in Japan. Rashwan's trip to the podium at the 1…
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Stickball is back in North America! Nii Wallace-Bruce catches up with Frank Ammirante from The Game Day and The Fantasy Jones to discuss the return of the MLB regular season. They also chat about the Ohtani betting scandal, futures, who may have been missed in fantasy and more. Frank also gives some quick hits on the first wave of NFL free agency F…
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Why missing weight for a professional fight is unfair and unacceptable with Andre Ewell. -Justen Williams and Nii Wallace-Bruce chat with return guest professional prize fighter Andre Ewell. -They chat about the importance of both fighters making weight and the unfair advantage missing weight provides. They also discuss Andre's career both in and o…
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Small market sports are on the rise in Canada! -Justen Williams and Corbert de Ronde chat with Pro Sports Podcasters Contributor Elias Laradi about the local boxing scene in Montreal. _They also chat about the success of the PWHL in only it's first Season, and what looks to be the two top Teams currently WEBSITE !!! https://www.prosportspodcasters.…
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Zachary Maxsween is a foodie who was challenged to make a Hot Sauce. Now he has quite a few Hot Sauces on the market and sponsors fighters in his favourite sports. -Justen Williams and Corbert de Ronde chat with Zachary Maxsween about the connection between sports and Hot Sauces. -Zach started making Hot Sauces on a dare. Once he realized he had a …
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NIL has changed sports at every level. Players are becoming Influencers instead of Athletes, Coaches are quitting or taking a back seat to their Players. Colleges are creating superteams by paying exorbitant amounts of money. Where does it end? -Corbert de Ronde, Nii Wallace-Bruce, and Justen Williams chat with Harrison Crooks about the effect of N…
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Collegiate Wrestler becomes a BKFC Champion with Kai Stewart -Corbert de Ronde and Justen Williams chat with Bare Knuckle Fighting Championship Featherweight Champion Kai Stewart. -The guys discuss what caused a wrestler to pursue Bare Knuckle Boxing in the first place. How did Kai Stewart get started in prize fighting, and what's next on the horiz…
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From fan to Team Owner to Sports Manager and Marketer. Dr. Omar Khokhar provides a glimpse behind the Office door with the Pro Sports Podcasters. -Corbert de Ronde and Justen Williams chat with Dr. Omar Khokhar about his decision to diversify into the world of Sports Business. -It wasn't Dr. Omar Khokhar's plan to purchase an Arena Football team. H…
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What does it take to become a UFC Fighter? Find out on this episode! -Corbert de Ronde, and Justen Williams chat with Kickboxer and Mixed Martial Arts Fighter Scout Somesh Kamra. -The guys discuss the development of Mixed Martial Arts in India, and what it takes to make it as a Mixed Martial Artist at the highest level! WEBSITE !!! https://www.pros…
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Reaching the highest level of Women's Basketball is no easy task. The Journey can take an unusual path. -Corbert de Ronde chats with professional Basketball player with the Leicester Riders Taylor O'Brien. -They discuss the journey she has taken to playing professional Basketball in England, what motivated her to pursuing Basketball as a career, an…
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Canadian Judokas are ready to bring home medals at the Paris Olympics! -Corbert de Ronde and Justen Williams chat with Olympian Judoka Shady El Nahas ahead of the Paris Olympics. -The guys discuss the rise of Judo in Canada, Shady's mistake that cost him a medal in Tokyo, and what's next for him after Judo? WEBSITE !!! https://www.prosportspodcaste…
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Is Toronto due another Sports Championship with Yes Guy Jim Tatti -Corbert de Ronde, Nii Wallace-Bruce, and Justen Williams chat with Radio Host, and Sports Reporter Jim Tatti. -The guys discuss the state of the Raptors, Blue Jays, Maple Leafs and more. What can we expect from the Raptors the second half of the Season. Why are the Leafs underperfor…
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What it's like to be Ringside calling MMA fights with Ben Davis -Corbert de Ronde and Justen Williams chat with Play by Play Sports Commentator Ben Davis about what led him to calling MMA fights. -What does it take to be an MMA Play by Play Commentator, and how do you make your way into the business. Ben Davis shares his path with our audience. WEB…
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Brian Aaby, a veteran youth ministry leader now working with Slingshot Group, joins the show today to talk all about finding and landing a youth ministry job. We give practical advice for youth leaders considering a change in ministry roles or transitioning into their first ministry role. Brian stresses the importance of networking, preparing well …
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What can we expect to see happen this NBA Trade Deadline? -Corbert de Ronde and Nii Wallace-Bruce chat with NBA Capologist Eric Pincus about what has already occured, and what might still happen before the NBA Trade Deadline. -Eric Pincus has an expert knowledge of the Contract Rules, Terms, and Loopholes in the NBA. Teams looking to improve before…
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Mark Hunt has fought the biggest stars in MMA and still isn't done. -Corbert de Ronde and Justen Williams chat with UFC veteran, K1 Kickboxing Champion, and future Bare Knuckle Boxing Heavyweight Mark Hunt. -Mark Hunt has fought a who's who of Mixed Martial Arts Heavyweights, and eagerly awaits his Bare Knuckle Fighting debut. He speaks openly abou…
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In this episode, Jody and Shay Osborne discuss the challenges and strategies for effective large church youth ministry. They provide practical insights and advice for navigating the unique dynamics of large church youth ministry. They cover the importance of community and building authentic relationships. Shay shares insights and personal experienc…
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Reaching the Top Levels of MMA is no easy feat. There isn't a clear path anyone can take. The only thing you can control is how hard you work at it. -Nii Wallace-Bruce and Justen Williams chat with Brandee Guyton, mother of LA Chargers Wide Receiver Jalen Guyton and Sports podcaster/producer. -Very few journeys to the NFL are easy. It can be just a…
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Reaching the Top Levels of MMA is no easy feat. There isn't a clear path anyone can take. The only thing you can control is how hard you work at it. -Corbert de Ronde and Justen Williams chat with Pakistani fighter Faz Ali currently fighting out of London England. -Faz Ali is 6-0 as a professional MMA fighter but his dream isn't to be undefeated. H…
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In this episode of The Longer Haul Youth Ministry Podcast, Abram Haley joins Jody and they discuss the experiences, challenges, and benefits of working in a multi-campus youth ministry setting. Abram Haley joins us to discuss various topics, including communication challenges, managing teams, handling large-scale events, issues with volunteers and …
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The Chasing Goals Documentary follows the lives of a Team of Refugee Athletes in Kansas City. Learning to overcome tremendous hardships in a strange land. -Corbert de Ronde and Nii Wallace-Bruce chat with Josh Gloer the Producer, Director, and originator of this passion project. -Josh and his Team of Filmmakers have worked on award winning projects…
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Listen in as Cobe and Justen discuss UFC 300 and what's happening in MMA -Corbert de Ronde and Justen Williams chat about UFC 300, make some predictions, consider a couple Superfights, and discuss MMA. -Is UFC 300 as big as the UFC wants it to be? Which fight is the most intriguing, and who do we expect to win? All this and more on this episode. WE…
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In this episode of the Longer Haul in Youth Ministry, Tommy Burkhart joins Jody on the show to discuss their experiences and insights into working as bi-vocational youth pastors. They dive into the core challenges in bi-vocational youth ministry, such as time management, financial constraints, and balancing expectations. They also discuss the advan…
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From Bijan Robinson to Ronald Acuna Jr. and past greats like John Smoltz and Michael Vick. Atlanta has had some special athletes. -Corbert de Ronde and Justen Williams chat with Abe Gordon, Producer and Host of 92.9 The Game in Atlanta. -In this interview you will hear about the expectations fans have for the Atlanta Braves, what needs to be done t…
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Canada should expect to Medal in Boxing at the Paris Olympics! -Corbert de Ronde and Justen Williams chat with Team Canada Boxing Coach Vincent Auclair ahead of the 2024 Summer Olympics. -In this interview you will hear about Canada's chances to Medal at the Paris Summer Olympics. You will also learn about how Amateur Boxing has changed over the ye…
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Women face an uphill battle to become a professional sports player! -Nii Wallace-Bruce and Justen Williams chat with Bride Kennedy-Hopoate about her journey to becoming a Professional Basketball Player, and representing her country of Australia. -In this interview you will hear about the challenges she faced both on and off the court. You will also…
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Top stories in MMA and Boxing to begin the year! -Nii Wallace-Bruce chats with Fight Game Journalist Kevin Iole about the biggest stories in MMA and Boxing to begin the year. -In this interview you will hear about where Boxing is now compared to it's storied past, what the PFL needs to do to be a success, and which fighters could make a huge impact…
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Judo is the forgotten Martial Art that anyone can benefit from! -Nii Wallace-Bruce and Corbert de Ronde chat with Canadian Judoka World Champion Mohab El Nahas about why Judo is the perfect Martial Art for the masses. -In this interview you will also hear about Mohab's rise to becoming a World Champion, the decline of the interest in Judo, and what…
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Soccer is in chaos in Turkiye but there are two teams that reign supreme! -Nii Wallace-Bruce and Corbert de Ronde chat with Turkish Soccer Analyst Ahmet Bob Turgut or Soccer Bob as he is known about the recent chaos in the Turkish Super League. -In this interview you will also hear about the state of the United States Men's National Team. Are they …
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Competitive Muay Thai is on the come up in Canada! -Justen Williams and Corbert de Ronde chat with Muay Thai Fighter Morgane Mary-Pouliot about the growth of competitive Muay Thai in Canda. -In this interview you will also hear what is was like for Morgane to fall in love with a sport not associated with women, in a province that doesn't allow comp…
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Are the Atlanta Hawks on the come up? Is an In-Season tournament good for the NBA? Bill Belichick is leaving the Patriots! -Justen Williams and Nii Wallace-Bruce chat with Atlanta Sports Analyst Kailey Hood from the Kalling Plays with Kailey podcast. They discuss some of the recent changes to some of America's favourite sports. -In this interview y…
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Shit Talking about the Danielle Bouchard world of women's boxing episode! -Justen Williams and Corbert de Ronde chat about their interview with Team Canada Boxing Coach Danielle Bouchard. -How does Team Canada look so far, who are the top nations in boxing, and why did it take so long for women to be allowed to compete in boxing? NEW WEBSITE !!! ht…
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The best young Boxers prepare for the Olympics in Paris! -Justen Williams and Corbert de Ronde chat with Team Canada Boxing Coach Danielle Bouchard. Danielle was a Champion Boxer herself, and has witnessed the growth of Women's boxing. -In this interview we discuss the development of Women's boxing, it's past, and it's future! NEW WEBSITE !!! https…
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There's a lot happening in the Edmonton sports community! -Justen Williams and Corbert de Ronde chat with Freelance Sports Reporter Avry Lewis-McDougall. -What do the Edmonton Elks need to do to fix the franchise? Are the Edmonton Oilers the real deal? Where will the next professional sports teams end up? NEW WEBSITE !!! https://www.prosportspodcas…
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Shit Talking about the AJ Perez MMA today interview with the Pro Sports Podcasters ! -Justen Williams and Corbert de Ronde chat about their interview with Investigative Reporter AJ Perez. -What do they expect to see happen with the PFL acquisition of Bellator, and what has Cobe upset about what's happening in the UFC? NEW WEBSITE !!! https://www.pr…
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