The Higher Call: The Christian Sports Fan Podcast

Dan Satterfield
  • 0.0 (0)
  • Sports
  • Updated Weekly

Welcome to The Higher Call, the podcast where faith and fandom meet. We're just regular guys who love God, love sports, and love talking about both. Each week, we dive into the biggest stories from the NFL, NBA, NCAA Football, and NCAA Basketball while exploring what they can teach us about faith, character, leadership, perseverance, and living as Christians in today's world. Music generated via AI collaborator Gemini and used with full commercial permission.

Episodes

  1. 4d ago

    NFC West Preview PLUS 90s Hip Hop

    Join host Dan Satterfield and co-host Dave, a passionate 49ers fan, as they break down the NFC West heading into the 2026 NFL season. From the 49ers' playoff hopes to the Rams, Seahawks, and Cardinals, they'll predict every team's record, discuss key storylines, and debate who will come out on top in one of football's toughest divisions. Plus, they take a fun detour into '90s hip-hop and settle an important question: does rapping at teen camp make you cool years later? Whether you're a die-hard football fan or just love conversations about faith, sports, and life, this episode is for you. Timestamps: 0:00 Intro 4:00 49ers Talk 13:15 NFC West Preview 20:25 Rapping at Teen Camp 27:00 49ers Game-by-Game Predictions Email us at highercallpod@gmail.com Thanks to our sponsors! Billellis.coach Alltootravelled on TikTok

  2. Jul 18

    AFC West Preview, The Power of the Underdog & World Cup Corner

    Can anyone catch the Chiefs? In Episode 4 of Higher Call: The Christian Sports Fan Podcast, Dan is joined by Raiders fan Martin to break down the entire AFC West. We predict every Raiders game, discuss the Broncos, Chargers, and Chiefs, and make our division picks for the 2026 NFL season. Then we explore what the Bible teaches about underdogs—why God so often works through the overlooked, underestimated, and unlikely. Thumbnnails: 0:00 Intro 2:42 Las Vegas Raiders Banter 9:48 Spiritual Discussion: Underdogs 20:00 AFC West Preview 31:30 Raiders Game by Game 43:48 World Cup Corner Email us at highercallpod@gmail.com Sponsors: Father Figure Coaching & All Too Traveled Faith. Fandom. Fellowship. #NFL #AFCWest #Raiders #Chiefs #Broncos #Chargers #ChristianPodcast #HigherCall #WorldCup #FootballPodcast

  3. Jul 11

    Can Sports Become an Idol? | NBA Summer League & FIFA World Cup

    Is it possible to love sports... too much? In Episode 3 of Higher Call, Dan Satterfield and Martin Amador discuss the biggest stories from NBA Summer League before diving into an honest conversation about balancing a passion for sports with being present for the people God has placed in our lives. We also break down the latest FIFA World Cup action, react to England vs. Mexico, USA vs. Belgium, and Cape Verde vs. Argentina, and see whether Martin's surprisingly accurate tournament predictions continue. Thumbnails: 0:00 Intro 2:33 NBA Summer League 16:50 Faith Discussion 32:35 World Cup Corner In this episode: 🏀 NBA Summer League: Why it matters, top rookie impressions, and standout performances ✝️ Faith Discussion: Can sports become an idol? How do Christian sports fans stay present at family gatherings, church events, and everyday life? ⚽ World Cup Corner: Match reactions, semifinal predictions, and tournament surprises Scripture of the Week: Philippians 2:3-4 We'd love to hear from you! • Have sports ever distracted you from relationships? • Who has impressed you most in Summer League? • Who do you think will win the World Cup? 📧 Email us: highercallpod@gmail.com We're also looking for guest co-hosts for future episodes! Thanks to our sponsors: • All Too Traveled • Father Figure Coaching with Bill Ellis Like, subscribe, and share with another Christian sports fan!

  4. Jul 3

    Does God Care Who Wins? | NBA + World Cup

    Does God Care Who Wins? | NBA + World Cup Does God care who wins a basketball game? Should Christians pray for their favorite team to win? In Episode 2 of Higher Call, Dan and Martin tackle those questions while breaking down the biggest stories in sports. We recap the NBA season, discuss the latest league news, and share our thoughts on what's next around the league. Then we dive into a conversation about athletes and prayer, exploring why so many competitors publicly turn to God after games and what the Bible says about success, competition, and our ultimate purpose. We also check in on the FIFA World Cup, update Martin's predictions, and speed through the knockout bracket before wrapping things up with a visit to the Wall of Jerky. Episode Chapters: 00:00 Intro 02:30 NBA Recap 19:50 Athletes and Prayer 29:00 World Cup 42:00 Wall of Jerky Thanks for listening to Higher Call! If you enjoy the show, please follow, rate, and share it with another sports fan. We'd love to hear from you—send your questions, comments, and hot takes to highercallpod@gmail.com

  5. Jun 27

    Why we love God and Sports

    We kick things off by introducing ourselves and sharing the vision behind the podcast before catching up on our trip to Napa Valley. From there, Martin recaps the FIFA World Cup so far, we dive into how our Christian faith shapes the way we experience sports, and Martin tells the unforgettable "Pinot Noir" story. We wrap things up by ranking the biggest World Cup contenders and making our predictions for the road ahead. Timestamps: 00:00 – Intro 02:00 – Napa Valley Trip Recap 04:00 – Jim Nantz 09:00 – World Cup Recap 17:00 – God and Sports 27:00 – The Pinot Noir Story 35:00 – Ranking World Cup Contenders Thanks for listening! If you enjoyed the episode, please follow the show, leave a review, and share it with a friend who loves God and sports. Music used with permission. Email us at highercallpod@gmail.com.

  • 5 Episodes

About

Welcome to The Higher Call, the podcast where faith and fandom meet. We're just regular guys who love God, love sports, and love talking about both. Each week, we dive into the biggest stories from the NFL, NBA, NCAA Football, and NCAA Basketball while exploring what they can teach us about faith, character, leadership, perseverance, and living as Christians in today's world. Music generated via AI collaborator Gemini and used with full commercial permission.

Information