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HomeA Theology of Play: Examining Sports Through a Spiritual Lens ft. Ed Uszynski and Brian SmithJessica talks with Ed Uszynski and Brian Smith about honoring the Lord with your child's sports experience.
2026-09-2451 min
The Dr. Nurse Mama ShowA Theology of Play: Examining Sports Through a Spiritual Lens ft. Ed Uszynski and Brian SmithJessica talks with Ed Uszynski and Brian Smith about honoring the Lord with your child's sports experience.
2026-09-2451 min
Axis ConversationsThe Invitation for Ministry and Discipleship in Youth Sports with Brian Smith + Ed UszynskiToday my guests are Brian Smith and Ed Uszynski. They are the authors of a book called Away Game, and they also are a part of Athletes in Action and organization that helps parents and coaches disciple teens through sports. Click here to get their book! 🎧 Listen / Follow / Connect → Become a monthly donor today, join the Table. → Check out the podcast now on our YouTube Channel! → Get your question on Ask Axis! Send in your questions to ask@axis.org. → For more Axis resources, go to axis.org.
2026-09-0153 minAxis ConversationsThe Invitation for Ministry and Discipleship in Youth Sports with Brian Smith + Ed UszynskiToday my guests are Brian Smith and Ed Uszynski. They are the authors of a book called Away Game, and they also are a part of Athletes in Action and organization that helps parents and coaches disciple teens through sports. Click here to get their book! 🎧 Listen / Follow / Connect → Become a monthly donor today, join the Table. → Check out the podcast now on our YouTube Channel! → Get your question on Ask Axis! Send in your questions to ask@axis.org. → For more Axis resources, go to axis.org.
2026-09-0153 minThe Dr. Nurse Mama ShowBrian Smith & Ed Uszynski: Away Game: A Christian Parent's Guide To Navigating Youth SportsJessica is joined by Ed Uszynski and Brian Smith to talk about navigating youth sports.
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2026-08-1351 min
Momentum Ministry Partners PodcastS5 | Ep 36 - Parenting Christian Athletes (Feat. Brian Smith & Ed Uszynski)This week on the Momentum Ministry Partners Podcast, Eric sits down with Brian Smith and Ed Uszynski for a follow up conversation on youth sports, discipleship, and the role parents play in shaping their athletes beyond the game. Building on their previous discussion, this episode shifts the focus directly to parents, unpacking the pressures of modern sports culture, the weight of expectations, and the tension many feel between competition and spiritual growth. Brian and Ed share from both experience and honesty, offering a fresh perspective on how sports can become a powerful space for discipleship rather than...
2026-05-2248 minMomentum Ministry Partners PodcastS5 | Ep 33 - Sports as Ministry (Feat. Brian Smith & Ed Uszynski)This week on the Momentum Ministry Partners Podcast, Eric sits down with Brian Smith and Ed Uszynski to talk about a challenge many churches feel but rarely address head-on, how to navigate sports culture in a way that actually builds the Kingdom. In this conversation, this episode explores how pastors and ministry leaders can begin thinking more intentionally about sports as a space for discipleship. From teaching a theology of play to equipping parents to showing up in the stands, Brian and Ed highlight practical ways churches can meet people where they already are and turn everyday...
2026-05-0154 min
Discipling KidsDiscipling Your Kids Through Youth Sports (with Brian Smith & Ed Uszynski)How should Christian parents think about youth sports—and what role should it play in discipling our kids?In this episode, I’m joined by Brian Smith and Ed Uszynski, co-authors of Away Game, to talk about the opportunities and challenges youth sports create for families. From packed schedules to competing priorities, sports can shape our kids in powerful ways—for better or worse.We discuss:The hidden pressures and pitfalls of youth sports cultureHow sports can compete with (or support) your child’s faithWhat it looks like to disciple your kids in the midst of...
2026-04-2154 min
Let’s Get Real with Justin and Trisha DavisEpisode 088: When Youth Sports Go Too Far: How Parents Can Reclaim What Matters Most with Brian Smith & Ed UszynskiYouth sports can be one of the greatest gifts—or one of the deepest sources of pressure and pain—for families today. In this honest and deeply personal conversation, Justin sits down with Brian Smith and Ed Uszynski, co-authors of Away Game, to unpack the reality of the modern youth sports culture—and how it’s shaping not just our kids, but us as parents.
With over 50 years of combined experience working with athletes, Brian and Ed pull back the curtain on what they call the “Youth Sports Industrial Complex”—a multi-billion-dollar system that often prioritizes performance over people an...
2026-04-1444 min
Focus on the FamilyHow Parents are Ruining Kids Sports | Ed Uszynski and Brian SmithOn this episode of Focus on the Family with Jim Daly, Ed Uszynski and Brian Smith sit down to unpack the pressures of youth sports and how Christian parents can navigate them with wisdom, grace, and purpose. In a culture that often equates success with performance, Ed and Brian challenge parents to rethink their role—not as performance managers, but as disciple-makers. From sideline behavior to post-game conversations, they share how to create an environment where kids thrive spiritually, emotionally, and relationally—not just athletically. 🔹 Why more investment in youth sports can actually decrease a child's joy
2026-03-2325 min
The Savvy SauceYouth Sports: Idol or Discipleship Maker? With Brian Smith and Ed Uszynski (Episode 285)1 Timothy 4:8 NIV “For physical training is of some value, but godliness has value for all things, holding promise for both the present life and the life to come.”
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Brian Smith, author of The Christian Athlete: Glorifying God in Sports, is a staff member with Athletes in Action and a cross-country coach at Lowell High School. A former collegiate runner at Wake Forest University, he earned a BA in Communications and Journalism before completing his MA in Theology and Sports Studies at Baylor University’s Truett Theological Seminary. Brian lives in Lowel...
2026-03-021h 07
Men in the Arena - Christian Men's PodcastThe Most Important Role Parents Play in Youth Sports! - Podcast Highlight: Brian Smith & Ed Uszynski EP 973This is a Men in the Arena podcast highlight from EP 971 with Brian Smith & Ed Uszynski: Youth Sports Boundaries for Christian Families Check it out! Jim's newest book, Guardrails: Ten Boundaries for an Unbreakable Marriage will be releasing in April 2026. Pre-order your copy today at https://tinyurl.com/guardrails115. Get Jim Ramos' USA TODAY Bestselling book, Dialed In: Reaching Your Full Capacity as a Man of God (https://tinyurl.com/dialedinbook)
2026-02-2510 minMen in the Arena - Christian Men's PodcastYouth Sports Boundaries for Christian Families w/ Brian Smith & Ed Uszynski: The Unpopular Truth About Christians and Youth Sports EP 971Have youth sports become the center of your family? Are Sundays on the field replacing Sundays with Jesus? In this expert interview, Jim Ramos talks with Brian Smith and Ed Uszynski to expose the truth about today's $40 billion youth sports machine...and how Christian parents are getting pulled into it without even realizing it. Tips from their book Away Game: A Christian Parent's Guide to Navigating Youth Sports will help your family find a healthy balance. Sports can either build your kids and family, or they can burn them out - which one depends on you. ...
2026-02-201h 11
KFM On DemandFamilyLife Today® - Youth Sports Pressure--and Grace-Based Parenting: Brian Smith & Ed UszynskiDreading the car ride home after your child's rough game? Research shows those tense, critical moments drive 70% of kids to quit sports by age 13—and they remember the emotional peak and ending more than the score. Brian Smith and Ed Uszynski, authors of Away Game: A Christian Parent's Guide to Navigating Youth Sports, show how to turn youth sports pressure and disappointment into gospel grace by choosing connection over correction, preparing words of unconditional pride, and rebuilding trust when you miss it. Show Notes and Resources Helpful tools and encouragement for parents available at FamilyLife.com/pa...
2026-02-0624 minFamilyLife Today®Youth Sports Pressure--and Grace-Based Parenting: Brian Smith & Ed UszynskiDreading the car ride home after your child's rough game? Research shows those tense, critical moments drive 70% of kids to quit sports by age 13—and they remember the emotional peak and ending more than the score. Brian Smith and Ed Uszynski, authors of Away Game: A Christian Parent's Guide to Navigating Youth Sports, show how to turn youth sports pressure and disappointment into gospel grace by choosing connection over correction, preparing words of unconditional pride, and rebuilding trust when you miss it. Show Notes and Resources Helpful tools and encouragement for parents available at FamilyLife.com/pa...
2026-02-0624 minCIAM RadioFamilyLife Today® - Youth Sports Pressure--and Grace-Based Parenting: Brian Smith & Ed UszynskiDreading the car ride home after your child's rough game? Research shows those tense, critical moments drive 70% of kids to quit sports by age 13—and they remember the emotional peak and ending more than the score. Brian Smith and Ed Uszynski, authors of Away Game: A Christian Parent's Guide to Navigating Youth Sports, show how to turn youth sports pressure and disappointment into gospel grace by choosing connection over correction, preparing words of unconditional pride, and rebuilding trust when you miss it. Show Notes and Resources Helpful tools and encouragement for parents available at FamilyLife.com/pa...
2026-02-0624 minThe Word On DemandFamilyLife Today® - Youth Sports Pressure--and Grace-Based Parenting: Brian Smith & Ed UszynskiDreading the car ride home after your child's rough game? Research shows those tense, critical moments drive 70% of kids to quit sports by age 13—and they remember the emotional peak and ending more than the score. Brian Smith and Ed Uszynski, authors of Away Game: A Christian Parent's Guide to Navigating Youth Sports, show how to turn youth sports pressure and disappointment into gospel grace by choosing connection over correction, preparing words of unconditional pride, and rebuilding trust when you miss it. Show Notes and Resources Helpful tools and encouragement for parents available at FamilyLife.com/pa...
2026-02-0624 minThe WellFamilyLife Today® - Youth Sports Pressure--and Grace-Based Parenting: Brian Smith & Ed UszynskiDreading the car ride home after your child's rough game? Research shows those tense, critical moments drive 70% of kids to quit sports by age 13—and they remember the emotional peak and ending more than the score. Brian Smith and Ed Uszynski, authors of Away Game: A Christian Parent's Guide to Navigating Youth Sports, show how to turn youth sports pressure and disappointment into gospel grace by choosing connection over correction, preparing words of unconditional pride, and rebuilding trust when you miss it. Show Notes and Resources Helpful tools and encouragement for parents available at FamilyLife.com/pa...
2026-02-0624 minKHCB On DemandFamilyLife Today® - Youth Sports Pressure--and Grace-Based Parenting: Brian Smith & Ed UszynskiDreading the car ride home after your child's rough game? Research shows those tense, critical moments drive 70% of kids to quit sports by age 13—and they remember the emotional peak and ending more than the score. Brian Smith and Ed Uszynski, authors of Away Game: A Christian Parent's Guide to Navigating Youth Sports, show how to turn youth sports pressure and disappointment into gospel grace by choosing connection over correction, preparing words of unconditional pride, and rebuilding trust when you miss it. Show Notes and Resources Helpful tools and encouragement for parents available at FamilyLife.com/pa...
2026-02-0624 minThe Journey On DemandFamilyLife Today® - Youth Sports Pressure--and Grace-Based Parenting: Brian Smith & Ed UszynskiDreading the car ride home after your child's rough game? Research shows those tense, critical moments drive 70% of kids to quit sports by age 13—and they remember the emotional peak and ending more than the score. Brian Smith and Ed Uszynski, authors of Away Game: A Christian Parent's Guide to Navigating Youth Sports, show how to turn youth sports pressure and disappointment into gospel grace by choosing connection over correction, preparing words of unconditional pride, and rebuilding trust when you miss it. Show Notes and Resources Helpful tools and encouragement for parents available at FamilyLife.com/pa...
2026-02-0624 minJoy 620 PodcastsFamilyLife Today® - Youth Sports Pressure--and Grace-Based Parenting: Brian Smith & Ed UszynskiDreading the car ride home after your child's rough game? Research shows those tense, critical moments drive 70% of kids to quit sports by age 13—and they remember the emotional peak and ending more than the score. Brian Smith and Ed Uszynski, authors of Away Game: A Christian Parent's Guide to Navigating Youth Sports, show how to turn youth sports pressure and disappointment into gospel grace by choosing connection over correction, preparing words of unconditional pride, and rebuilding trust when you miss it. Show Notes and Resources Helpful tools and encouragement for parents available at FamilyLife.com/pa...
2026-02-0624 minLife Changing RadioFamilyLife Today® - Youth Sports Pressure--and Grace-Based Parenting: Brian Smith & Ed UszynskiDreading the car ride home after your child's rough game? Research shows those tense, critical moments drive 70% of kids to quit sports by age 13—and they remember the emotional peak and ending more than the score. Brian Smith and Ed Uszynski, authors of Away Game: A Christian Parent's Guide to Navigating Youth Sports, show how to turn youth sports pressure and disappointment into gospel grace by choosing connection over correction, preparing words of unconditional pride, and rebuilding trust when you miss it. Show Notes and Resources Helpful tools and encouragement for parents available at FamilyLife.com/pa...
2026-02-0624 minWPEL On DemandFamilyLife Today® - Youth Sports Pressure--and Grace-Based Parenting: Brian Smith & Ed UszynskiDreading the car ride home after your child's rough game? Research shows those tense, critical moments drive 70% of kids to quit sports by age 13—and they remember the emotional peak and ending more than the score. Brian Smith and Ed Uszynski, authors of Away Game: A Christian Parent's Guide to Navigating Youth Sports, show how to turn youth sports pressure and disappointment into gospel grace by choosing connection over correction, preparing words of unconditional pride, and rebuilding trust when you miss it. Show Notes and Resources Helpful tools and encouragement for parents available at FamilyLife.com/pa...
2026-02-0624 minUpliftd by KHCBFamilyLife Today® - Youth Sports Pressure--and Grace-Based Parenting: Brian Smith & Ed UszynskiDreading the car ride home after your child's rough game? Research shows those tense, critical moments drive 70% of kids to quit sports by age 13—and they remember the emotional peak and ending more than the score. Brian Smith and Ed Uszynski, authors of Away Game: A Christian Parent's Guide to Navigating Youth Sports, show how to turn youth sports pressure and disappointment into gospel grace by choosing connection over correction, preparing words of unconditional pride, and rebuilding trust when you miss it. Show Notes and Resources Helpful tools and encouragement for parents available at FamilyLife.com/pa...
2026-02-0624 minWord RadioFamilyLife Today® - Youth Sports Pressure--and Grace-Based Parenting: Brian Smith & Ed UszynskiDreading the car ride home after your child's rough game? Research shows those tense, critical moments drive 70% of kids to quit sports by age 13—and they remember the emotional peak and ending more than the score. Brian Smith and Ed Uszynski, authors of Away Game: A Christian Parent's Guide to Navigating Youth Sports, show how to turn youth sports pressure and disappointment into gospel grace by choosing connection over correction, preparing words of unconditional pride, and rebuilding trust when you miss it. Show Notes and Resources Helpful tools and encouragement for parents available at FamilyLife.com/pa...
2026-02-0624 minYour Network of PraiseFamilyLife Today® - Youth Sports Pressure--and Grace-Based Parenting: Brian Smith & Ed UszynskiDreading the car ride home after your child's rough game? Research shows those tense, critical moments drive 70% of kids to quit sports by age 13—and they remember the emotional peak and ending more than the score. Brian Smith and Ed Uszynski, authors of Away Game: A Christian Parent's Guide to Navigating Youth Sports, show how to turn youth sports pressure and disappointment into gospel grace by choosing connection over correction, preparing words of unconditional pride, and rebuilding trust when you miss it. Show Notes and Resources Helpful tools and encouragement for parents available at FamilyLife.com/pa...
2026-02-0624 minWOAY PodcastsFamilyLife Today® - Youth Sports Pressure--and Grace-Based Parenting: Brian Smith & Ed UszynskiDreading the car ride home after your child's rough game? Research shows those tense, critical moments drive 70% of kids to quit sports by age 13—and they remember the emotional peak and ending more than the score. Brian Smith and Ed Uszynski, authors of Away Game: A Christian Parent's Guide to Navigating Youth Sports, show how to turn youth sports pressure and disappointment into gospel grace by choosing connection over correction, preparing words of unconditional pride, and rebuilding trust when you miss it. Show Notes and Resources Helpful tools and encouragement for parents available at FamilyLife.com/pa...
2026-02-0624 minThe Journey On DemandFamilyLife Today® - Away Game: A Christian Parent's Guide to Navigating Youth Sports - Brian Smith & Ed UszynskiFeel like youth sports have discipled your heart more than church has? Fear, control, and post-game critiques turn you into the "older brother" judging performance instead of the welcoming father extending grace. Brian Smith and Ed Uszynski, authors of Away Game: A Christian Parent's Guide to Navigating Youth Sports, call parents to self-examination, the radical discipline of silence, and redefining wins by fruit of the Spirit—not stats. Reclaim sports as true discipleship ground. Show Notes and Resources Helpful tools and encouragement for parents available at FamilyLife.com/parentinghelp "Away Game" by Ed Uszynski and Brian Sm...
2026-02-0524 minKHCB On DemandFamilyLife Today® - Away Game: A Christian Parent's Guide to Navigating Youth Sports - Brian Smith & Ed UszynskiFeel like youth sports have discipled your heart more than church has? Fear, control, and post-game critiques turn you into the "older brother" judging performance instead of the welcoming father extending grace. Brian Smith and Ed Uszynski, authors of Away Game: A Christian Parent's Guide to Navigating Youth Sports, call parents to self-examination, the radical discipline of silence, and redefining wins by fruit of the Spirit—not stats. Reclaim sports as true discipleship ground. Show Notes and Resources Helpful tools and encouragement for parents available at FamilyLife.com/parentinghelp "Away Game" by Ed Uszynski and Brian Sm...
2026-02-0524 minThe Word On DemandFamilyLife Today® - Away Game: A Christian Parent's Guide to Navigating Youth Sports - Brian Smith & Ed UszynskiFeel like youth sports have discipled your heart more than church has? Fear, control, and post-game critiques turn you into the "older brother" judging performance instead of the welcoming father extending grace. Brian Smith and Ed Uszynski, authors of Away Game: A Christian Parent's Guide to Navigating Youth Sports, call parents to self-examination, the radical discipline of silence, and redefining wins by fruit of the Spirit—not stats. Reclaim sports as true discipleship ground. Show Notes and Resources Helpful tools and encouragement for parents available at FamilyLife.com/parentinghelp "Away Game" by Ed Uszynski and Brian Sm...
2026-02-0524 minCIAM RadioFamilyLife Today® - Away Game: A Christian Parent's Guide to Navigating Youth Sports - Brian Smith & Ed UszynskiFeel like youth sports have discipled your heart more than church has? Fear, control, and post-game critiques turn you into the "older brother" judging performance instead of the welcoming father extending grace. Brian Smith and Ed Uszynski, authors of Away Game: A Christian Parent's Guide to Navigating Youth Sports, call parents to self-examination, the radical discipline of silence, and redefining wins by fruit of the Spirit—not stats. Reclaim sports as true discipleship ground. Show Notes and Resources Helpful tools and encouragement for parents available at FamilyLife.com/parentinghelp "Away Game" by Ed Uszynski and Brian Sm...
2026-02-0524 minFamilyLife Today®Away Game: A Christian Parent's Guide to Navigating Youth Sports - Brian Smith & Ed UszynskiFeel like youth sports have discipled your heart more than church has? Fear, control, and post-game critiques turn you into the "older brother" judging performance instead of the welcoming father extending grace. Brian Smith and Ed Uszynski, authors of Away Game: A Christian Parent's Guide to Navigating Youth Sports, call parents to self-examination, the radical discipline of silence, and redefining wins by fruit of the Spirit—not stats. Reclaim sports as true discipleship ground. Show Notes and Resources Helpful tools and encouragement for parents available at FamilyLife.com/parentinghelp "Away Game" by Ed Uszynski and Brian Sm...
2026-02-0524 minWord RadioFamilyLife Today® - Youth Sports Burnout: Escape Fear-Parenting & the Scholarship Trap - Brian Smith & Ed UszynskiTired of pouring thousands into travel teams, private coaches, and endless weekends—only to watch your child's joy disappear? Research shows the more money and pressure parents invest, the less kids actually enjoy sports. Brian Smith and Ed Uszynski, authors of Away Game: A Christian Parent's Guide to Navigating Youth Sports, expose the $50B+ industrial complex fueling fear and youth sports burnout. Discover how to break free, reclaim fun, and turn games into real character-building moments—without chasing scholarships or status. Show Notes and Resources Helpful tools and encouragement for parents available at FamilyLife.com/parentinghelp "Away...
2026-02-0424 minFamilyLife Today®Youth Sports Burnout: Escape Fear-Parenting & the Scholarship Trap - Brian Smith & Ed UszynskiTired of pouring thousands into travel teams, private coaches, and endless weekends—only to watch your child's joy disappear? Research shows the more money and pressure parents invest, the less kids actually enjoy sports. Brian Smith and Ed Uszynski, authors of Away Game: A Christian Parent's Guide to Navigating Youth Sports, expose the $50B+ industrial complex fueling fear and youth sports burnout. Discover how to break free, reclaim fun, and turn games into real character-building moments—without chasing scholarships or status. Show Notes and Resources Helpful tools and encouragement for parents available at FamilyLife.com/parentinghelp "Away...
2026-02-0424 minCIAM RadioFamilyLife Today® - Youth Sports Burnout: Escape Fear-Parenting & the Scholarship Trap - Brian Smith & Ed UszynskiTired of pouring thousands into travel teams, private coaches, and endless weekends—only to watch your child's joy disappear? Research shows the more money and pressure parents invest, the less kids actually enjoy sports. Brian Smith and Ed Uszynski, authors of Away Game: A Christian Parent's Guide to Navigating Youth Sports, expose the $50B+ industrial complex fueling fear and youth sports burnout. Discover how to break free, reclaim fun, and turn games into real character-building moments—without chasing scholarships or status. Show Notes and Resources Helpful tools and encouragement for parents available at FamilyLife.com/parentinghelp "Away...
2026-02-0424 minThe Word On DemandFamilyLife Today® - Youth Sports Burnout: Escape Fear-Parenting & the Scholarship Trap - Brian Smith & Ed UszynskiTired of pouring thousands into travel teams, private coaches, and endless weekends—only to watch your child's joy disappear? Research shows the more money and pressure parents invest, the less kids actually enjoy sports. Brian Smith and Ed Uszynski, authors of Away Game: A Christian Parent's Guide to Navigating Youth Sports, expose the $50B+ industrial complex fueling fear and youth sports burnout. Discover how to break free, reclaim fun, and turn games into real character-building moments—without chasing scholarships or status. Show Notes and Resources Helpful tools and encouragement for parents available at FamilyLife.com/parentinghelp "Away...
2026-02-0424 minKHCB On DemandFamilyLife Today® - Youth Sports Burnout: Escape Fear-Parenting & the Scholarship Trap - Brian Smith & Ed UszynskiTired of pouring thousands into travel teams, private coaches, and endless weekends—only to watch your child's joy disappear? Research shows the more money and pressure parents invest, the less kids actually enjoy sports. Brian Smith and Ed Uszynski, authors of Away Game: A Christian Parent's Guide to Navigating Youth Sports, expose the $50B+ industrial complex fueling fear and youth sports burnout. Discover how to break free, reclaim fun, and turn games into real character-building moments—without chasing scholarships or status. Show Notes and Resources Helpful tools and encouragement for parents available at FamilyLife.com/parentinghelp "Away...
2026-02-0424 minWOAY PodcastsFamilyLife Today® - Youth Sports Burnout: Escape Fear-Parenting & the Scholarship Trap - Brian Smith & Ed UszynskiTired of pouring thousands into travel teams, private coaches, and endless weekends—only to watch your child's joy disappear? Research shows the more money and pressure parents invest, the less kids actually enjoy sports. Brian Smith and Ed Uszynski, authors of Away Game: A Christian Parent's Guide to Navigating Youth Sports, expose the $50B+ industrial complex fueling fear and youth sports burnout. Discover how to break free, reclaim fun, and turn games into real character-building moments—without chasing scholarships or status. Show Notes and Resources Helpful tools and encouragement for parents available at FamilyLife.com/parentinghelp "Away...
2026-02-0424 min
The Pinkleton Pull-Aside PodcastBrian Smith & Ed UszynskiWelcome to the Pinkleton Pull-Aside Podcast. On this podcast, let’s step aside from our busy lives to have fun, fascinating life giving conversation with inspiring authors, pastors, sports personalities and other influencers, leaders and followers. Sit back, grab some coffee, or head down the road and let’s get the good and the gold from today’s guest. Our host is Jeff Pinkleton, Executive Director of the Gathering of the Miami Valley, where their mission is to connect men to men, and men to God. You can reach Jeff at GatheringMV.org or find him on Facebook at The Ga...
2026-01-2253 min
The Catholic BookwormEpisode 239: Ed Uszynski on his book Away Game: A Christian Parent’s Guide to Navigating Youth Sports (January 14, 2026)In this episode of The Catholic Bookworm, Kiki Latimer interviews Ed Uszynski on his book co-authored with Brian Smith entitled Away Game: A Christian Parent’s Guide to Navigating Youth Sports (January 14, 2026)Transform the competitive sports field into a discipleship opportunity as you help your young athlete become not just a better player but a devoted follower of God. If we don’t own the process of discipling our kids as they play sports, sports culture will do it for us. But as parents, we can get so consumed with our young athletes’ physical development that we miss...
2026-01-2046 min
MercyCastEd Uszynski and Brian Smith on helping parents navigate youth sports.In this episode of MercyCast, I talk with Brian Smith and Ed Uszynski, authors of Away Game: A Christian Parent’s Guide to Navigating Youth Sports, about parenting, sports pressure, and how Christian faith shapes our engagement with youth sports.Brian and Ed help us confront the challenges families face in today’s sports culture, especially how pressures and expectations in youth sports can redefine family dynamics and affect both parent and child identities. This conversation addresses the frustration, anxiety, and exhaustion many parents feel.Our conversation shifts the focus of youth sports from mere achi...
2025-12-1745 min
The Family Discipleship Podcast#132 — Navigating Sports with Brian Smith and Ed UszynskiYouth sports can bring out the best—and the worst—in all of us. In this episode, Adam, Chelsea, and Cassie sit down with Brian Smith and Ed Uszynski to talk honestly about winning, idolatry, sideline behavior, and how sports can become one of the most powerful discipleship tools in your family if you let it. This conversation will challenge the way you think about practices, games, car rides home, and what really matters in the long run.Resources Mentioned:Away Game: A Christian Parent’s Guide to Navigating Youth Sports by Brian Smith & Edwin CroyleAthletes in Action Let this Mother...
2025-12-1548 min
Men of Iron PodcastNavigating Youth Sports as a Christian Parent: W/ Away Game Authors Brian Smith & Ed UszynskiSend us Fan Mail👥 Start Today! – Get a Men of Iron group started in your area right now. https://men-of-iron-shop.fourthwall.com/products/a-mans-game-plan-series-leader-pack 🔥 Self-start your mentorship journey! Watch the training videos, ask your mentor, and follow the guide to begin meeting every other week for the next 12 months.https://men-of-iron-shop.fourthwall.com/collections/mentorship📖 Free 30-Day Devotional – Reignite your spiritual disciplines!👉 http://www.menofiron.org/30daydevo🏡Check out our Restored: Core5 Devotional Series on Amazon👉 https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0FHJFLV5V?binding=paperback&ref=dbs_dp_rwt_sb_pc_tpbk💪...
2025-11-1748 min
More than RoommatesEpisode 154 - Youth Sports Without Losing Your Marriage (feat. Ed Uszynski & Brian Smith) In this episode of More Than Roommates, Scott and Derek interview authors of the book Away Game and longtime sport-ministry leaders Ed Uszynski and Brian Smith to help couples reframe youth sports as a discipleship opportunity instead of an all-consuming lifestyle. They unpack how to make thoughtful choices about Sundays, money, travel, and expectations—all for the sake of your marriage and your kids’ formation.Scriptures:Romans 12:1-2Hebrews 10:24-25PR 22:6Questions to Discuss:1. When we leave a game, what do we celebr...
2025-11-1134 min
Empowered Homes PodcastNavigating Youth Sports as Christians with Brian Smith and Ed UszynskiBobby and Meghan talk with Brian Smith and Ed Uszynski about how families can keep faith central in the world of youth sports. They discuss what inspired Away Game, how parents can manage emotions and expectations, and practical ways to support kids without sideline coaching. Hear real stories of transformation as parents shift from performance-driven mindsets to gospel-centered parenting that brings spiritual health and joy, both on and off the field. Get the Book Here.Download a FREE Parenting Athletes Guide at Empoweredhomes.org.About the Authors As two da...
2025-10-3036 min
Deeper StillEd Uszynski & Brian Smith on Shaping Our Kids Character Through Youth SportsIn this episode, Suanne Camfield, Ed Uszynski and Brian Smith discuss the complexities of youth sports and its impact on families, character development, and parental expectations. They explore the evolution of youth sports culture, the importance of intentional conversations with children, and the need for parents to reflect on their own behaviors and expectations. The discussion emphasizes the significance of shaping children's character through sports and the potential for sports to be a tool for spiritual growth and community building.Ed & Brian are the co-authors of Away Game: A Christian Parent's Guide to Navigating. Youth Sports
2025-10-301h 17
All Mom Does Podcast with Julie Lyles CarrAway Game with Ed UszynskiParents are spending billions of dollars and countless hours on their kids' sports activities. But have we stopped to consider spiritual growth and family life in the midst of all things sports? Ed Uszynski, sports coach, author, and parent, joins AllMomDoes host Julie Lyles Carr to unpack how to keep the holy in hockey, blessing in the basketball, and faith on the field.Show Notes: https://bit.ly/4o7maiI Takeaways:The youth sports landscape has dramatically changed over the years.Parents often feel overwhelmed by the demands of youth sports.T...
2025-10-2941 min
CLATV OutcomesThe Reconnect with Carmen LaBerge - Bringing the Bible to kids in public schools – Sarah Buzynski | The confusion behind Instagram's new safety limits – Adam Holz | Becoming more discipleship focused than performance focused – Ed UszynskiSarah Buzynski, the Iowa state director for LifeWise Academy, joins to share about more and more kids wanting to study the Bible. Plugged In's Adam Holz outlines why the ability to communicate well has renewed importance and reviews "The Chosen Adventures" new TV series. Ed Uszynski, co-author of "Away Game: A Christian Parent’s Guide to Navigating Youth Sports," unpacks the Biblical example of Daniel, looking how to be involved in the world but not of the world. Faith Radio podcasts are made possible by your support. Give now: Click here
2025-10-2448 min
The Greta Eskridge PodcastA Christian Parent’s Guide to Navigating Youth Sports with Brian Smith and Ed UszynskiToday I got to talk to Brian Smith and Ed Uszynski about their new book, Away Game—A Christian Parent’s Guide to Navigating Youth Sports. This is a new topic for the podcast but as soon as I saw the title pop up in my email, I was intrigued. Youth sports are such a huge part of the lives of many families, and I love that Brian and Ed are asking the question, “where does the Gospel fit into youth sports?” Brian and Ed were collegiate athletes and now work with an organization called Athletes in Action tha...
2025-10-1441 min
Impactus podcastEP 89: How Do Dads Navigate Youth Sports? with Brian Smith and Ed UszynskiMany dads love seeing their kids playing sports, and many men like to volunteer with a team, but it can also be challenging. While sports can be a healthy activity that helps kids thrive, it is also an environment that can challenge our Christian values and doesn't bring out the best in us as dads. Our own issues can easily rise to the surface, and we don't always give our kids our best. Former collegiate athletes and current sports ministry leaders Brian Smith and Ed Uszynski have addressed the highly competitive and often secular culture of youth...
2025-10-0159 min
Kankelfritz & Friends PodcastBrian Smith & Ed Uszynski: How Sports can Help Develop Discipline and CharacterYouth sports can feel overwhelming for parents, but what if it’s about more than wins and stats? In this conversation with Brian Smith and Ed Uszynski, authors of "Away Game", we dive into how sports can be a powerful tool for discipleship and character—if parents stay intentional. From the car ride home to the pressures of competitive leagues, this episode is full of wisdom for families navigating today’s youth sports culture.
2025-09-2544 min
Don't Mom Alone PodcastThe Role of Parents in Youth Sports :: Ed Uszynski and Brian Smith [Ep 540]Is your child really doomed if they don’t start soccer by age 2? Do you feel the constant pressure to sign your kids up for the “right” teams and keep pace with the families around you?In this episode, longtime youth sports leaders Ed and Brian pull back the curtain on the fear-driven culture so many parents get caught in. They challenge the myth of early specialization and share a hope-filled vision of what true success looks like for our kids—on and off the field. You’ll hear practical wisdom on how to stay connected with your child whil...
2025-09-1554 minKFM On DemandDon't Mom Alone Podcast - The Role of Parents in Youth Sports :: Ed Uszynski and Brian Smith [Ep 540]Is your child really doomed if they don’t start soccer by age 2? Do you feel the constant pressure to sign your kids up for the “right” teams and keep pace with the families around you?
In this episode, longtime youth sports leaders Ed and Brian pull back the curtain on the fear-driven culture so many parents get caught in. They challenge the myth of early specialization and share a hope-filled vision of what true success looks like for our kids—on and off the field. You’ll hear practical wisdom on how to stay connected with your child whil...
2025-09-151h 00
Don't Mom Alone PodcastThe Role of Parents in Youth Sports :: Ed Uszynski and Brian Smith [Ep 540]Is your child really doomed if they don’t start soccer by age 2? Do you feel the constant pressure to sign your kids up for the “right” teams and keep pace with the families around you? In this episode, longtime youth sports leaders Ed and Brian pull back the curtain on the fear-driven culture so many parents get caught in. They challenge the myth of early specialization and share a hope-filled vision of what true success looks like for our kids—on and off the field. You’ll hear practical wisdom on how to stay connected with your child while letting th...
2025-09-151h 00
The UNPACKIN' it Podcast With Bryce Johnson & Trip SmithHow to Navigate Youth Sports as ChristiansToday’s guests are Ed Uszynski and Brian Smith, authors of the book Away Game: A Christian Parent’s Guide to Navigating Youth Sports. Their book and today’s conversation are designed to help parents transform the complexity of youth sports into a platform for discipleship. The book equips parents with practical, Biblically based solutions for raising athletes in secular sports culture. Topics:How do sports develop character?How do we stand out in youth sports culture?How can we support our kids through their failures?How do we view winning and being the greatest?What ca...
2025-08-1948 min
Think Biblically: Conversations on Faith & CultureA Biblical Guide to Navigating Youth Sports (with Ed Uszynski)How can Christian parents and other Christian leaders best navigate youth sports? What are some of the toxic elements of youth sports that Christians can avoid, or strategically use as an opportunity for ministry and growth? Our guest today, Ed Uszynski, is the author of a new book Away Game: A Christian Parent's Guide to Navigating Youth Sports. Ed joins Sean and Scott to discuss how our perspective of youth sports needs to shift so we can better watch, coach, and help young people participate in youth sports. Ed Uszynski is an author, speaker, and sports minister w...
2025-08-1935 min
The Biblical Justice Resources PodcastEp. 11 - Drawing Insight from the Questions Raised By CRT with Dr. Ed UszynskiJoin us as Dr. Ed Uszynski covers an overview of CRT and its origins while also discussing the questions CRT tries to answer and the insight Christians can glean from those questions; why race seems to be such a difficult topic to address in Evangelical churches; and how our ability to face these topics affects our ability to love our neighbors.Find us online:Website - https://www.biblicaljusticeresources.com/ Instagram - @biblicaljusticeresourcesYouTube - https://www.youtube.com/@biblicaljusticeresources Patreon - patreon.com/BiblicalJusticeResources
2025-08-1257 min
The 1000 Hours Outside Podcast1KHO 547: How to Keep Youth Sports from Turning Kids into Commodities | Brian Smith and Ed Uszynski, Away GameYouth sports have evolved from casual neighborhood games to a multi-billion-dollar industry where kids are often treated as commodities. In this episode, Brian Smith and Ed Uszynski, authors of Away Game: A Christian Parent’s Guide to Navigating Youth Sports, delve into how today’s sports culture is pressuring kids to perform rather than enjoy play. They reflect on the rise of elite programs, the loss of amateurism, and the overwhelming influence of money on what was once a simple, joyful part of childhood. With raw honesty, they discuss the impact of this commercialization on kids’ mental health, relationships, and de...
2025-08-1253 min
Ministry to Parents Podcast#094: Away Game with Brian Smith and Ed UszynskiIn this episode, we have a conversation with Brian Smith and Ed Uszynski, co-authors of Away Game: A Christian Parent’s Guide to Youth Sports. Both Brian and Ed are seasoned dads, coaches, and longtime ministry leaders who have spent decades serving in the youth sports space. A few years ago, they felt called to equip parents with the tools and perspective they need to lead their families well, especially in a culture where sports can easily take over. This conversation is full of wisdom, insight, and practical guidance. If you're a ministry leader, you'll walk away with a fe...
2025-08-0144 min
The Christian Parenting Podcast - Motherhood, Teaching kids about Jesus, Intentional parenting, Raising Christian kidsFaith over fame in youth sports with Ed Uszynski and Brian SmithIf you’re navigating the world of youth sports with your kids, this episode is for you. I sat down with Ed Uszynski and Brian Smith, two seasoned sports dads with decades of experience in athletics and ministry to talk about one of the biggest parenting pressures today: how do we raise kids who love sports without losing sight of their faith, values, and family life?Whether you're in the early stages of weekend games or juggling high-stakes club teams, this conversation offers so much wisdom and practical advice for keeping Jesus at the center.
2025-07-2936 min
Parenting IQ | Understand your child & parent with confidenceRaising Grounded Kids in a Performance-Driven Sport Culture w/ Ed Uszynski & Brian SmithHow do you raise kids with a strong identity in Christ when youth sports are all about stats, scholarships, and success? In this episode, Dr. Kelly Cagle talks with Ed Uszynski and Brian Smith about how to parent intentionally in a high-pressure sports culture. They explore practical ways to prioritize character over competition, protect your family’s values, and turn post-game car rides into connection—not correction.For more information visit www.drkellycagle.comThe Parenting IQ Podcast is a part of the Christian Parenting Podcast Network. To find practical and spiritual resources to help you...
2025-07-2253 min
The Bill Arnold ShowAre youth sports out of control? – Ed Uszynski | Pursuing God leads to a healthy soul – Scott HubbardAuthor Ed Uszynski talks about having a Christian mindset as we approach youth sports, sharing from his latest book "Away Game: A Christian Parent's Guide to Navigating Youth Sports". It's not always fun, but every so often we should be evaluating our souls. Bible teacher Scott Hubbard shares from his article "How Healthy Is Your Soul?". Faith Radio podcasts are made possible by your support. Give now: Click here
2025-07-1150 minThe Bill Arnold ShowAre youth sports out of control? – Ed Uszynski | Pursuing God leads to a healthy soul – Scott HubbardAuthor Ed Uszynski talks about having a Christian mindset as we approach youth sports, sharing from his latest book "Away Game: A Christian Parent's Guide to Navigating Youth Sports". It's not always fun, but every so often we should be evaluating our souls. Bible teacher Scott Hubbard shares from his article "How Healthy Is Your Soul?". Faith Radio podcasts are made possible by your support. Give now: Click here
2025-07-1150 min
Theology in the RawIs it Good for Christians to be Involved in Sports? Dr. Ed UszynskiDr. Ed Uszynski (PhD, Bowling Green State University) has been working with collegiate and professional athletes in various roles with Athletes in Action since 1992. He’s the author of Untangling Critical Race Theory: What Christians Need to Know and Why It Matters (IVP) and his most recent book, Away Game: A Christian Parents Guide to Navigating Youth Sports, coauthored with Brian Smith. To listen to our "extra innings" conversation, head over to Theology in the Raw's Patreon page to become a member of the Theology in the Raw community. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit...
2025-07-101h 03
Theology in the RawIs it Good for Christians to be Involved in Sports? Dr. Ed UszynskiDr. Ed Uszynski (PhD, Bowling Green State University) has been working with collegiate and professional athletes in various roles with Athletes in Action since 1992. He’s the author of Untangling Critical Race Theory: What Christians Need to Know and Why It Matters (IVP) and his most recent book, Away Game: A Christian Parents Guide to Navigating Youth Sports, coauthored with Brian Smith. To listen to our "extra innings" conversation, head over to Theology in the Raw's Patreon page to become a member of the Theology in the Raw community. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and Ca...
2025-07-101h 03
Let's Parent on Purpose: Christian Marriage, Parenting, and DiscipleshipEp. 391: Living as Light in the Youth Sports Industrial Complex with Brian Smith and Ed UszynskiIn this conversation, Jay Holland, Ed Uszynski, and Brian Smith discuss the complexities of youth sports culture, emphasizing the need for a shift in perspective among parents and coaches. They explore the concept of the 'youth sports industrial complex,' the impact of parental influence, and the importance of character development in sports. The discussion highlights the detrimental effects of snowplow parenting and the need for intentional discipleship opportunities within the youth sports experience. In this conversation, the speakers discuss the importance of instilling gratitude and character in youth sports, contrasting the focus on co...
2025-07-0648 min
Dive Into The Heart-Pounding Full Audiobook Now, Story Seekers!Away Game by Brian Smith, Ed UszynskiPlease visithttps://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/2/audible/231986to listen full audiobooks.
Title: Away Game
Author: Brian Smith, Ed Uszynski
Narrator: Brian Smith, Ed Uszynski
Format: mp3
Length: 9 hrs and 2 mins
Release date: 07-01-25
Ratings: 2 out of 5 stars, 1 rating
Genres: Youth Ministry
Publisher's Summary:
Transform the competitive sports field into a discipleship opportunity as you help your young athlete become not just a better player but a devoted follower of God.
2025-07-019h 02
Rise of the Reconcilers with Dr. Efrem SmithDr. Ed UszynskiJoin Dr. Efrem Smith as he engages with Dr. Ed Uszynski, author of the book, "Untangling Critical Race Theory" . Smith and Uszynski discuss the church's role in racial reconciliation and how we properly address the challenges of cultural normatives. Its a riveting conversation - Be blessed!
2025-06-2836 min
Sports Spectrum's Get in the GameBrian Smith & Ed Uszynski - Authors - "AWAY GAME: A Christian Parent's Guide to Navigating Youth Sports"Our guests today are Brian Smith and Ed Uszynski. They are the authors of the new book "AWAY GAME: A Christian Parent's Guide to Navigating Youth Sports.""Get in the Game" is part of the Sports Spectrum Podcast Network.Sign up for our Sports Spectrum Magazine and receive 15% off a 1-year subscription by using the code PODCAST15http://SportsSpectrum.com/magazineDo you know Christ personally? Click here to learn how you can commit your life to Him.
2025-06-2639 min
The UNPACKIN' it Podcast With Bryce Johnson & Trip SmithHouston Squandered Their Lead and Florida Rallied to Win the Tournament | NCAA National Championship RecapBryce Johnson and guest co-host Ed Uszynski unpack teams that squandered the lead in the Final Four and National Championship...and how it relates to being able to rally and mount a comeback in life. Ed is an author, speaker, and longtime Athletes in Action/CRU staff member.Today's Questions:1. How does the grace of God help fuel us to make a comeback when we have sinned?2. What roles do confession and repentance play in being able to come back from bad moments?3. How can we ensure that we a...
2025-04-0843 min
Thinking Christian with Drs. James Spencer and Ashish VarmaRace and Christian Discernment in a New Political Space (Ed Uszynski)How should Christians think about race and justice five years after George Floyd? In this episode of Thinking Christian, Dr. James Spencer welcomes back Ed Uszynski, author of Untangling Critical Race Theory, to explore the nuanced realities of race, politics, and faith. They discuss the pendulum swings of political ideologies, the role of the church in fostering biblical justice, and how Christians can engage these conversations with wisdom and discernment. Plus, Ed previews his talk at the Exiles in Babylon conference and reflects on his 30+ years with Athletes in Action. How can Christians avoid being swept into p...
2025-03-2049 minThinking Christian with Drs. James Spencer and Ashish VarmaRace and Christian Discernment in a New Political Space (Ed Uszynski)How should Christians think about race and justice five years after George Floyd? In this episode of Thinking Christian, Dr. James Spencer welcomes back Ed Uszynski, author of Untangling Critical Race Theory, to explore the nuanced realities of race, politics, and faith. They discuss the pendulum swings of political ideologies, the role of the church in fostering biblical justice, and how Christians can engage these conversations with wisdom and discernment. Plus, Ed previews his talk at the Exiles in Babylon conference and reflects on his 30+ years with Athletes in Action. How can Christians avoid being swept into p...
2025-03-2049 min
DistributED with tED magazineDistributED: Talking Lighting with Al UszynskiAl Uszynski is the Publisher of Inside Lighting.
2025-02-2027 min
Be the Bridge PodcastDr. Ed Uszynski on Untangling Critical Race TheoryIn this episode of the Be the Bridge podcast, guest host Darryl Ford engages in a deep conversation with Dr. Ed Uszynski about critical race theory and its implications for racial reconciliation within the church. They explore Ed's book,Untangling Critical Race Theory, and the historical context of CRT. You'll hear about the importance of understanding systemic racism and the role of the church in addressing issues of race and justice. Their discussion is for everyone and will bring clarity and discernment to a topic mostly misunderstood and mischaracterized.(Episode Note - this conversation...
2025-02-121h 06
The Caffeinated ChristianUntangling Critical Race Theory w/ Special Guest Ed UszynskiSend us Fan MailIn this week’s episode Dr Ed Uszynski joins Mike and Ryan to discuss how Christians best navigate the complexities of race relations. So much of our opinions on race have been informed by the culture rather than the countercultural kingdom ethic of Jesus. In his book “Untangling Critical Race Theory” Ed wades into the most controversial talking points around the race conversation. That’s what we discuss today. No matter what your perspective is around this topic, this episode is sure to challenge you. Buy “Untangling Critical Race Theory” by Ed.l Uszynsk...
2025-01-301h 09
Thinking Christian with Drs. James Spencer and Ashish VarmaThinking Christian about Critical Race Theory (Ed Uszynski)In this episode, James welcomes Ed Uszynski, author of Untangling Critical Race Theory: What Christians Need to Know and Why It Matters. James and Ed discuss Marxism, critical theory, and critical race theory, as well as the biblical idea of partiality. Go deeper: Christians & Politics Thinking Christian is hosted by Dr. James Spencer, president of the D. L. Moody Center and author of Digital Discernment (InterVarsity Press). Each conversation reads the Bible as the final authority for life and faith, questioning the assumptions of our culture, even our Christian culture, so that we don't settle...
2024-09-191h 07Thinking Christian with Drs. James Spencer and Ashish VarmaThinking Christian about Critical Race Theory (Ed Uszynski)In this episode, James welcomes Ed Uszynski, author of Untangling Critical Race Theory: What Christians Need to Know and Why It Matters. James and Ed discuss Marxism, critical theory, and critical race theory, as well as the biblical idea of partiality. Go deeper: Christians & Politics Thinking Christian is hosted by Dr. James Spencer, president of the D. L. Moody Center and author of Digital Discernment (InterVarsity Press). Each conversation reads the Bible as the final authority for life and faith, questioning the assumptions of our culture, even our Christian culture, so that we don't settle...
2024-09-191h 07
Parker's PenséesEp. 264 - Untangling Critical Race Theory w/Dr. Ed UszynskiIn episode 263 of the Parker's Pensées Podcast, I'm joined once again by Dr. Ed Uszynski to talk about Critical Race Theory. In this episodes we discuss Ed's new book, Untangling Critical Race Theory: What Christians Need to Know and Why It Matters.
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2024-08-211h 03
Amplify with Father Ron LengwinEd UszynskiFather Ron is joined by Ed Uszynski to discuss the book "Untangling Critical Race Theory - What Christians Need To Know and Why It Matters"
2024-08-191h 25
The Ordinary Christian PodcastEpisode 102: Untangling Critical Race Theory with Ed UszynskiSummary
Dr. Ed Uszynski discusses his new book, Untangling Critical Race Theory, and the importance of having conversations about race. He shares his personal background and experiences with race, highlighting the need for open dialogue and introspection. The conversation delves into the concepts of critical theory and Marxism, exploring their influence on critical race theory. The hosts discuss the complexities of these ideologies and the importance of grounding our understanding in biblical principles. They also address the need to confront injustices and inequalities while avoiding the extremes of Marxism. Overall, the conversation emphasizes the importance of engaging i...
2024-08-081h 04
Discover Meaningful Entertainment While Multitasking Through Life's Busiest Everyday Responsibilities EasilyUntangling Critical Race Theory Audiobook by Ed UszynskiListen to full audiobook for free :https://litupbook.com/freeTitle: Untangling Critical Race TheorySubtitle: What Christians Need to Know and Why It MattersCategories: Christian Living, Christianity, Social IssueAuthor: Ed UszynskiNarrator: Ed UszynskiPublisher: christianaudio.comRelease date: 07-30-2024Language: EnglishSummary:What is Critical Race Theory?
It may be one of the most widely referenced issues of the day, but it's also one of the least understood. In its translation from the academic world to the general public, Critical Race Theory...
2024-07-3000 min
The Libertarian Christian PodcastEp 376: Untangling Critical Race Theory, with Ed UszynskiDoug Stuart sits down with Ed Uszynski, a seasoned ministry consultant, to navigate the complex waters of Critical Race Theory (CRT) and its impact on race relations within the church and broader society. Ed shares his unique insights stemming from over three decades of ministry experience with college and professional athletes, marriage ministry, and consulting on diversity for church organizations.The conversation kicks off with Ed expressing his concern about the limited options in American politics and the historical use of the Bible to endorse slavery, emphasizing the church’s responsibility in addressing racial issues. Doug and Ed...
2024-07-191h 07
Faithful PoliticsUnderstanding CRT in the Church: A Discussion with Ed UszynskiHave a comment? Send us a text! (We read all of them but can't reply). Email us: Will@faithfulpoliticspodcast.comIn this episode of Faithful Politics, we dive deep into the complexities of Critical Race Theory (CRT) with Dr. Ed Uszynski. Ed, who holds a PhD from Bowling Green State University, brings his extensive background as a content specialist and diversity consultant to our discussion. We explore his new book, "Untangling Critical Race Theory: What Christians Need to Know and Why It Matters," and delve into the nuances of race, sports culture, and marriage within the Christian...
2024-07-091h 17Deeper StillEd Uszynski on Race, Cross-Cultural Competency, Ethnic Indifference & Untangling Critical Race TheorySo let’s be honest. Doing a podcast about something as politically charged and divisive as critical race theory feels a bit risky. But it’s also the reason conversations like this one with Ed Uszynski, author of Untangling Critical Race Theory: What Christians Need to Know and Why It Matters, are so important. As people who are doing our best to follow Jesus in a complex world, we need safe spaces to explore and understand complicated ideas without having them hijacked by media pundits or 30-second sound bites. When I first prepped for this episode, my idea...
2024-06-261h 28
Theology in the RawUntangling CRT: Where Do We Go From Here? Dr. Ed UszynskiEd Uszynski (MA and MDiv from Trinity Evangelical Divinity School; PhD American Studies, Bowling Green State University) has been a content specialist for Cru, Athletes in Action, and FamilyLife for over three decades. He also serves as a oneness and diversity consultant for church and parachurch organizations. His first book which releases next week is: Untangling Critical Race Theory: What Christians Need to Know and Why It Matters. His book forms the topic of our conversation about CRT, race relations, and responding to some early critiques of his book.The Dr. Lee Warren Podcast. Follow and Subscribe...
2024-06-131h 29
Theology in the RawA Raw Debrief of the Exiles in Babylon Conference 2024: Ed Uszynski and Preston SprinkleEd Uszynski sits down with Preston in his basement the day after the "Exiles in Babylon" conference to debrief. This is a raw and authentic convo where we discuss and react to various sessions and speakers. We talk about the GenZ evening, the Israel-Palestine conversation, Deconstruction and Reconstruction, Women, Power & Abuse in the church, and many other topics and speakers at the conference.Donate today to join OneHope and local church leaders in our mission to bring God Word’s to 25,000 children who have never known a hope that surpasses all understanding.onehope.net/TITR...
2024-04-251h 18
The UNPACKIN' it Podcast With Bryce Johnson & Trip SmithDo I Need to Change My Mind?Bryce Johnson and guest co-host, Ed Uszynski unpack how our views on the March Madness tournament have changed over the years...and how we must change our perspective on things to align with Christ.This Week's Questions:1. When is stubbornness good...and when is stubbornness bad?2. What views do we have that may need to change?3. How are the world's cultural views not aligned with God's views and desires for us?Ed Uszynski's Links:Coaches Invitational Golf Tournament - https...
2024-04-0935 min
Theology in the RawS2 Ep1158: Exiles: The Church in the Shadow of Empire: Preston Sprinkle and Ed UszynskiMy book Exiles: The Church in the Shadow of Empire releases tomorrow! (3/5). In this podcast conversation, my good friend Ed Uszynski interviews me about my book. As always, we get pretty raw and real--and drive off the road quite a bit.
When it comes to the Bible, I feel pretty confident about what I believe about politics. And Exiles is primarily a book about the Bible. But when I wonder into modern political questions and points of application, well, that's where it gets...interesting.
Support Theology in the Raw through Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/theologyintheraw
2024-03-041h 34
myERP - Porozmawiajmy o cyfryzacji52 - Copilot i rozwiązania AI w ERP | Marcin UszyńskiW dzisiejszym odcinku zapraszamy na głębokie zanurzenie w temat zastosowań AI w branży ERP oraz rewolucyjnego produktu Copilot. Naszym gościem jest Marcin Uszyński, ekspert w dziedzinie sztucznej inteligencji z firmy XPLUS, który podzieli się swoją wiedzą na temat korzyści płynących z integracji AI z systemami ERP, oraz jak technologia ta współpracuje z Microsoft Power Platform. Rozważymy, dlaczego przedsiębiorstwa coraz częściej decydują się na implementację rozwiązań AI, oraz czy AI ma potencjał do zastąpienia człowieka w pracy. Przeanalizujemy również kwestie bezpieczeństwa wykorzystywania AI, różnice między AI a uczeniem m...
2024-02-1435 min
FaithTalk Today with Rick Probst03/03/2023-Rick and Dan_Ed and Amy Uszynski_Dr. Gary Layne.Dan and I start off the show with our worst Canadian impersonations...Sorry Guys. Then we chat with Ed and Amy Uszynski about the Weekend To Remember coming up at the end of March. At the end of the interview Amy told Dan and I that we need to go through weekend to remember again. Has she been talking to my wife Donna??? The the Doctor is in. Doctor Gary Layne of Functional Christianity. He is going back to Greece to minister to refugees there. We are setting up another show during that time when he broadcast live there...
2023-03-0336 min
Jaja w kuchniDawid Uszyński i najlepsze sushi w Warszawie.
Dawid Uszyński i najlepsze sushi w Warszawie.
2022-12-0756 min
Theology in the RawS8 Ep877: Race, CRT, and Evangelicalism: Dr. Ed UszynskiDr. Ed Uszynski currently serves as Senior Content Strategist for Family Life Ministry and as a Oneness and Diversity Consultant for Athletes in Action, with whom he has been training staff and ministering to college and professional athletes since 1992. He has an MA and M.Div. from Trinity Evangelical Divinity School and a Ph.D. in American Culture Studies from Bowling Green State University. He and his wife Amy have four children and live in Xenia, OH. Ed is also an expert in CRT and has some super nuanced and wise thoughts about race relations in America. This is...
2021-06-211h 22
Theology in the RawRace, CRT, and Evangelicalism: Dr. Ed UszynskiDr. Ed Uszynski currently serves as Senior Content Strategist for Family Life Ministry and as a Oneness and Diversity Consultant for Athletes in Action, with whom he has been training staff and ministering to college and professional athletes since 1992. He has an MA and M.Div. from Trinity Evangelical Divinity School and a Ph.D. in American Culture Studies from Bowling Green State University. He and his wife Amy have four children and live in Xenia, OH. Ed is also an expert in CRT and has some super nuanced and wise thoughts about race relations in America. This is...
2021-06-2100 minParker's PenséesEp. 40 - Critical Race Theory and Christianity w/Dr. Ed UszynskiThis episode, while able to stand alone, is the third in a series on Critical Theory with Dr. Ed Uszynski. In part one we talked about Ed's lived experience studying Critical Theory in his PhD program. In part 2 we talked about the distinctives of Critical Theory, and in this third episode we talk about the related Critical Race Theory and how we as Christians should think about it.
If you like this podcast, then support it on Patreon for $1, $3, or $5 a month. Any amount helps, and for $5 you get a Parker's Pensées sticker and instant access t...
2020-12-1142 min
JCC WarszawaSirota, czyli jak być zapomnianymNiebawem święto Jom Kipur, więc polecamy Wam rzucić uchem na słuchowisko, którego akcja ma miejsce właśnie w trakcie tego święta!
Obsada:
Adam - Piotr Polak
Miecio - Adam Woronowicz
Dina - Maria Magdalena Kozłowska
Tekst: Magdalena Kupryjanowicz
Muzyka i opracowanie dźwiękowe: Wiktor Podgórski
Klarnet: Piotr Mełech
Wokale: Maria Magdalena Kozłowska
Reżyseria: Maria Magdalena Kozłowska
Nagranie dialogów: Paweł Uszyński
Miks i mastering: Igor Kłacz...
2020-09-2453 min
Klassik DailyLech Antonio UszynskiWas bewegt die Künstlerinnen und Künstler in Zeiten von Corona? Im concerti Klassik-Daily blickt Moderator Holger Wemhoff ins Innere der Klassikszene und liefert in tagesaktuellen Interviews Einschätzungen und persönliche Geschichten der Stars. In Folge 78 berichtet Bratschist Lech Antonio Uszynski über einen irreführenden Wikipedia-Artikel, sein letztes Konzert im März und über die mangelhafte Qualität vieler musikalischer Alternativ-Angebote während der Krise.
2020-06-0400 min
Theology in the Raw#717 - Homeschool vs. Christian School vs. Public School: A Conversation with Dr. Ed UszynskiOn episode #717 of Theology in the Raw Preston has a conversation with Ed Uszynski. Ed Uszynski (PhD, Bowling Green State University) has been working with collegiate and professional athletes in various roles with Athletes in Action since 1992. Currently he serves as Executive Editor and Senior Writer for the AIA website, while also speaking nationally to college students, churches, and men’s groups on biblical Christianity. Follow Ed on Twitter.Support PrestonSupport Preston by going to patreon.comConnect with PrestonTwitter | @PrestonSprinkleInstagram | @preston.sprinkle...
2018-12-3100 min
Theology in the Raw717: #717 - Homeschool vs. Christian School vs. Public School: A Conversation with Dr. Ed UszynskiOn episode #717 of Theology in the Raw Preston has a conversation with Ed Uszynski. Ed Uszynski (PhD, Bowling Green State University) has been working with collegiate and professional athletes in various roles with Athletes in Action since 1992. Currently he serves as Executive Editor and Senior Writer for the AIA website, while also speaking nationally to college students, churches, and men’s groups on biblical Christianity. Follow Ed on Twitter.
Support Preston
Support Preston by going to patreon.com
Connect with Preston
Twitter | @PrestonSprinkle
Instagram | @preston.sprinkle...
2018-12-311h 18
Theology in the Raw#694 - A Conversation with Ed UszynskiOn episode #692 of Theology in the Raw Preston has a conversation with Ed Uszynski. Ed Uszynski (PhD, Bowling Green State University) has been working with collegiate and professional athletes in various roles with Athletes in Action since 1992. Currently he serves as Executive Editor and Senior Writer for the AIA website, while also speaking nationally to college students, churches, and men’s groups on biblical Christianity.Follow Ed on Twitter.Support PrestonSupport Preston by going to patreon.comConnect with PrestonTwitter | @PrestonSprinkleInstagram | @preston.sprinkle...
2018-09-1700 min
Theology in the Raw694: #694 - A Conversation with Ed UszynskiOn episode #692 of Theology in the Raw Preston has a conversation with Ed Uszynski. Ed Uszynski (PhD, Bowling Green State University) has been working with collegiate and professional athletes in various roles with Athletes in Action since 1992. Currently he serves as Executive Editor and Senior Writer for the AIA website, while also speaking nationally to college students, churches, and men’s groups on biblical Christianity.
Follow Ed on Twitter.
Support Preston
Support Preston by going to patreon.com
Connect with Preston
Twitter | @PrestonSprinkle
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