Best Xavier Scruggs Podcasts (2025)

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S6 E10 - Xavier Scruggs - Control What You Can Control 53:49

1d ago53:49

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What do the locker room and the team room have in common? A lot more than you’d think. In this episode, SOFcast host Matt Parrish sits down with Xavier Scruggs — former Major League Baseball player, ESPN and MLB Network analyst, and all-around grinder — to unpack the parallels between elite athletics and elite military service. From the grind of th…

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Xavier Scruggs - ESPN and MLB Network analyst on media career, trusting God's plan, faith in tragedy 35:09

14d ago35:09

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Today on the podcast: - MLB Network and ESPN baseball analyst Xavier Scruggs joins us to discuss the challenges of balancing a demanding career with family life, moving from playing baseball to covering it everyday, the significance of setting boundaries, and the role of faith in navigating life's transitions. Have a question? Got a guest suggestio…

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Fraser Ellard - Chicago White Sox pitcher on grief, marriage and God's sufficient grace 36:44

4h ago36:44

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Today on the podcast: - Chicago White Sox pitcher Fraser Ellard shares his journey of faith, navigating grief after losing his father at a young age, and how that shaped his understanding of God. He discusses the importance of finding purpose in adversity, the role of spiritual disciplines in his life, and the pressures he faced during his MLB debu…

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Jared Allen - 2025 Pro Football HOF'er plus Matt shares about baptizing his son at church 30:28

3d ago30:28

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Today on the podcast: - Matt shares what he learned at church this weekend (01:00) - Matt also shares about the special moment of baptizing his son (10:27) - NFL legend Jared Allen joins us to share about being elected to the Pro Football Hall of Fame in 2025, his testimony of faith in Jesus and playing with Matt Forte in his short stint with the B…

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Michael McDowell - 2021 Daytona 500 winner shares his adoption story and trusting God in every area of life 43:39

7d ago43:39

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Today on the podcast: - Michael McDowell shares his journey from a long and challenging career in racing to finding faith in Jesus. He discusses the thrill of winning the Daytona 500, the unseen grind of being a NASCAR driver, and his journey of adoption, emphasizing the unique connection he has with his adopted son and the challenges faced in the …

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S6 E9 - Jim O'Brien - Leadership, Legacy & the Global Brotherhood of SOF 1:05:48

9d ago1:05:48

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From dreaming of being a commando at eight years old to commanding the Special Forces Qualification Course, Colonel (Ret.) Jim O’Brien’s career is a blueprint for service, humility, and transformational leadership. In this episode, Jim sits down with SOFcast to unpack a lifetime in Special Forces — from chasing insurgents in the Balkans to shaping …

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Eli Stowers - Vanderbilt tight end plus Matt on praying through injuries and what he learned at church 45:43

10d ago45:43

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Today on the podcast: - Matt and Jason discuss Tyrese Haliburton's achilles injury and how to pray through setbacks and disappointment. (01:10) - Then, Matt shares what he learned at church this weekend (10:20) - Finally, Vanderbilt tight end Eli Stowers shares about his decision to return to college for one more season in 2025, growing in his fait…

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S6 E8 - John Dailey — Forging the Foundation of MARSOC 1:04:33

16d ago1:04:33

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🎙️ Before there was MARSOC, there was Det One — a hand-picked Marine unit tasked with proving that the Corps could integrate into U.S. Special Operations Command. And at the center of that mission was Force Recon Marine and plank holder John Dailey. In this episode, John joins SOFcast to talk about his journey from rural Virginia to becoming a team…

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Jacie Hoyt - Oklahoma State women's head basketball coach plus Matt recaps his trip to England 58:08

17d ago58:08

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Today on the podcast: - Matt and Jason discus Father's Day (01:00) - Matt recaps his vacation in England (05:40) - Matt shares what he learned at church this weekend (12:39) - Oklahoma State women's basketball coach Jacie Hoyt joins the show to share her story of becoming a new mom, returning to the sideline to coach just 10 days after delivering h…

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Gene Forte - Matt's dad joins us for a special Father's Day weekend conversation 46:57

21d ago46:57

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Today on the podcast: - Matt is joined by his dad Ulysses "Gene" Forte for a special Father's Day weekend conversation on faith, forgiveness, fatherlessness and football. Have a question? Got a guest suggestion? Want to advertise with us? Email us - [email protected] WATCH all of our podcast episodes on our YouTube page: https://www.youtube.…

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S6 E7 - Michael Rodriguez — Service With & Without a Uniform 1:16:23

23d ago1:16:23

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🎙️ Green Beret veteran, father, artist, and advocate — Michael “Rod” Rodriguez has lived a life marked by deep service, both in and out of uniform. In this powerful episode of SOFcast, Rod shares his journey from multiple combat deployments to post-9/11 healing, and how his own traumatic brain injury and his son's military service redefined his mis…

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Rhett Lashlee - SMU head football coach on CFB success, humility, culture and leadership 30:03

24d ago30:03

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Today on the podcast: - SMU head football coach Rhett Lashlee joins us to share insights on building a winning culture in college football, navigating the challenges of modern college athletics, and the significance of discipleship and community in maintaining spiritual health. Have a question? Got a guest suggestion? Want to advertise with us? Ema…

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K.J. Osborn - Washington Commanders WR on faith, discipleship and rescuing a man from a burning car 39:47

28d ago39:47

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Today on the podcast: - Washington Commanders WR K.J. Osborn joins the show to share his experience as an NFL player, discussing the unique challenges he faces, including mental health issues, financial pressures, and the importance of faith. He also recounts a heroic incident where he saved a man from a burning car, reflecting on the impact of tha…

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SOFcast Brief | The OA-1K Skyraider II: AFSOC’s Newest Weaponized Workhorse 37:31

30d ago37:31

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🎧 In this SOFcast Brief, host Matt Parrish sits down with Maj. John Bendokas from Air Force Special Operations Command to break down the newest addition to the AFSOC arsenal — the OA-1K Skyraider II. Born from hard-earned lessons in places like Tongo Tongo and designed to support geographically isolated SOF teams, the OA-1K is a modular, cost-effec…

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Amy Lawrence - Sports talk show host on marriage, adoption and job changes 45:23

1M ago45:23

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Today on the podcast: - Sports radio host Amy Lawrence shares her insights on the transformative power of prayer, making the decision to walk away from her job, the importance of grace, why her recent marriage is an answered to prayer and beginning the process of adoption. Have a question? Got a guest suggestion? Want to advertise with us? Email us…

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Brian Dawkins - Pro Football HOF safety on mental wellness, controlled anger and intimacy with Christ 1:07:39

1M ago1:07:39

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Today on the podcast: - Pro Football Hall of Fame safety Brian Dawkins joins the show to talk about mental health awareness, intimacy with Christ, the grace of God, controlled anger and his top-5 RBs he faced in the NFL. Have a question? Got a guest suggestion? Want to advertise with us? Email us - [email protected] WATCH all of our podcast …

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SOFcast S6 E6: Angel Cortes — From the Streets to the Regiment 1:12:28

1M ago1:12:28

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🎙️ From a childhood of poverty and violence in Los Angeles to the ranks of the 75th Ranger Regiment, Angel Cortes’ story is one of grit, growth, and relentless purpose. In this raw and moving conversation, Angel shares how he escaped gang life, found a new mission in the Army, and eventually became a leader in the Ranger Regiment — even after setba…

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Freddie Crittenden - 2024 Olympian, plus Matt's BIG birthday present and what we learned at church 55:54

1M ago55:54

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Today on the podcast: - Matt shares about his surprise 40th birthday present from his wife Danielle. (04:02) - Then Matt shares what he learned at church on Sunday. (11:50) - Lastly, USA Olympian Freddie Crittenden talks about his 2024 Olympic experience in Paris, overcoming injury, becoming a girl dad, signing a contract with Adidas, the transform…

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Matthew Slater - Patriots All-Pro and 10-time Pro Bowler on faith, retirement and identity 31:42

1M ago31:42

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Today on the podcast: - Former New England Patriots legendary All-Pro special teams ace Matthew Slater returns to the show to talk about retiring from football (13:22), growing up with a Hall of Fame football-playing father (01:26) and staying rooted in his identity of Christ. (28:04) Matthew also shares the story behind his one career reception in…

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SOFcast Special Episode: “Moments That Matter” — Medal of Honor Panel at SOF Week 2025 1:01:58

1M ago1:01:58

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🎙️ In this extraordinary SOFcast episode, we step away from the studio and onto the stage of SOF Week 2025, a premier joint conference co-hosted by U.S. Special Operations Command (USSOCOM) and the Global SOF Foundation. Recorded live in Tampa, this powerful panel titled “Moments That Matter” features three living SOF recipients of the Congressiona…

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Tony Dungy - Pro Football HOF coach plus Matt shares what he learned at church on Sunday 29:18

2M ago29:18

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Today on the podcast: - Matt and Jason share what they learned at church this weekend (02:48) - Pro Football Hall of Fame coach Tony Dungy joins us to share his adoption story, naming his 12 kids and the importance of being bold in your faith in Christ. (18:29) Have a question? Got a guest suggestion? Want to advertise with us? Email us - jason@spo…

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David Pollack - College Football HOF'er on his wife's battle with brain cancer and the current state of CFB 45:32

2M ago45:32

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Today on the podcast: - Former ESPN CFB analyst David Pollack joins the show to discuss his wife's brain cancer battle, trusting God in the storms of life, what it means to carry your cross and the current state of college football. David's new podcast See Ball Get Ball is available everywhere podcasts are found. Have a question? Got a guest sugges…

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S6 E5 - Rob Zackery — Calling the Fight, Building the Team 1:07:44

2M ago1:07:44

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🎙️ From calling in airstrikes with Green Berets and Rangers to leading Airmen across the globe, Rob Zackery’s career as an Air Force TACP is one of purpose, adaptability, and impact. In this episode, Rob shares what it takes to step into any team room and earn trust — not by rank or reputation, but by performance. He reflects on his early combat de…

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Tauren Wells - Singer/Songwriter/Pastor joins us plus Matt shares what he learned at church on Sunday 41:10

2M ago41:10

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Today on the podcast: - Matt recaps the "What's Your Forte?" gala and shares about his foundation (01:07) - Then, Matt shares what he learned at church this weekend (06:17) - Singer/Songwriter Tauren Wells joins us to talk about his friendship with Steph Curry, his new book JOY BOMB and planting a church with his wife in Austin, TX. (13:09) For mor…

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The incredible story of human trafficking survivor Chi Braley 41:47

2M ago41:47

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Today on the podcast: - Human Trafficking survivor Chi Braley joins the show to share her incredible story of redemption, forgiveness, motherhood and Jesus. (DISCLAIMER: The discussion in this podcast may not be suitable for our younger audience under the age of 12) Have a question? Got a guest suggestion? Want to advertise with us? Email us - jaso…

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S6 E4 - Jariko Denman - Standards, Legacy, and Life Beyond the Regiment 1:17:15

2M ago1:17:15

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SOFcast | Season 6, Episode 4: Jariko Denman — Standards, Legacy, and Life Beyond the Regiment 🎙️ From being “the demon cadre” at RIP to advising Hollywood directors and embedded reporting in Kabul, Ranger veteran Jariko Denman brings unapologetic honesty and hard-won wisdom to SOFcast. In this wide-ranging episode, Jariko shares what made him choo…

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Kendrick Bourne - Patriots WR on grace, redemption plus Matt shares on the "sovereignty" of God 54:28

2M ago54:28

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Today on the podcast: - Matt and Jason recap this past weekend's Kentucky Derby and how Jesus got the glory. (01:36) - Matt shares what he learned at church on Sunday (21:33) - New England Patriots wide receiver Kendrick Bourne shares his powerful story of surrendering to Jesus (26:14) Have a question? Got a guest suggestion? Want to advertise with…

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Andre Ward - Boxing HOF'er shares on redemption, forgiveness and preaching Jesus 28:37

2M ago28:37

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Today on the podcast: - Boxing Hall of Famer and 2004 Olympic Gold Medalist Andre Ward joins the show to talk about representing Jesus in boxing, redemption from a tough childhood, his message for young people, serving as a youth pastor and appearing in the Creed movies Have a question? Got a guest suggestion? Want to advertise with us? Email us - …

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S6 E3 - Nick Lavery - Choosing to Fight Forward 1:05:16

2M ago1:05:16

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SOFcast | Season 6, Episode 3: Nick Lavery — Choosing to Fight Forward 🎙️ Few stories embody the spirit of SOF like Nick Lavery’s. The first Green Beret to return to combat as an above-the-knee amputee, Nick shares his incredible journey of resilience, mindset, and service — and how his fight didn’t end with recovery. Now an author, speaker, and me…

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S6 E2 - Melissa Johnson - Accelerating Innovation for SOF 56:11

2M ago56:11

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SOFcast | Season 6, Episode 2: Melissa Johnson — Accelerating Innovation for SOF 🎙️ How do you rapidly deliver cutting-edge gear and tech to the world’s most agile warriors? USSOCOM Acquisition Executive Melissa Johnson joins SOFcast to pull back the curtain on how her team connects the team room to the tech world — fielding solutions faster, smart…

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Season 6 Premier - GEN Bryan Fenton & CSM Shane Shorter - USSOCOM Command Team 1:27:34

2M ago1:27:34

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SOFcast | Season 6 Premiere: GEN Bryan Fenton & CSM Shane Shorter 🎙️ SOF is purpose-built for exactly what our Nation demands: unmatched agility, readiness, and lethality — fueled by our people. In this powerful season opener, GEN Bryan Fenton and CSM Shane Shorter reflect on leading U.S. Special Operations Command, the relentless pursuit of excell…

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Adam Burt - NY Jets chaplain on following God's call — Plus Matt recaps the Shedeur Sanders slide 57:25

2M ago57:25

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Today on the podcast: - Matt recaps the Bears 2025 Draft (01:08) - Matt reacts to QB Shedeur Sanders sliding to the 5th round (07:55) - Matt on "What I learned at church" this weekend (18:39) - Adam Burt shares his story from NHL player to NFL chaplain and serving with the New York Jets. (23:39) Have a question? Got a guest suggestion? Want to adve…

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