Unafraid Show with George Wrighster
494 episodes - English - Latest episode: 2 months ago - ★★★★★ - 13 ratingsBe you. Be authentic. Live your life 'unafraid'. Faith, family, fatherhood, food and football; and anything else we feel like talking about. We'll have guests, special edition segments, cooking, eating, chatting, and some debating. We are here to build a place where authenticity lives. Where you feel able to be yourself, be true to yourself, and always live life 'unafraid'.READ MORE
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Heisman Trust FORCED TO GIVE Reggie Bush his Heisman Trophy BACK
April 25, 2024 17:07 - 9 minutes - 8.3 MBReggie Bush was reinstasted by the Heisman Trust and given his Heisman Trophy back after it was stripped from him over 14 years ago after USC was punished by the NCAA for impermissable benefits given to Reggie Bush's family. The Heisman trust could not keep Reggie Bush out of the Heisman club after Johnny Manziel documentary revealed he received a ton of impermissible benefits while he was at Texas A&M and this years Heisman winner Jayden Daniels mom was paying for recruits to visit Arizona...
Shedeur Sanders vs Texas 6A, Transfer Portal Opens, Jaden Rashada Interview
April 12, 2024 02:48 - 33 minutes - 30.3 MBOn this episode of The Unafraid Show, George Wrighster gets a stadium tour from Arizona State QB Jaden Rashada, say that anyone looking for relief from the transfer takes sides in the war of words between Colorado QB Shedeur Sanders and the Texas 6A high school football community, and predicts the twelve teams he believes will be in the 2024-25 College Football Playoff, and calls out SEC commissioner Greg Sankey for his soft stance on getting more power conference teams into the NCAA tournam...
CFP Expansion MISTAKE, ASU OC Marcus Arroyo Interview, Caleb Williams + RG3
March 22, 2024 11:00 - 31 minutes - 28.5 MBGeorge Wrighster comes out against the College Football Playoff expansion to 14 teams, interviews Arizona State Offensive Coordinator Marcus Arroyo, addresses the beef between Robert Griffin III and Chicago Bears fans regarding Caleb Williams, and pleads with NFL GMs and Head Coaches to stop playing their first round quarterbacks before they’re ready on this episode of The Unafraid Show. In the first segment, George Wrighster laments the College Football Playoff expansion to 14 teams withou...
ACC Football Rankings, Reaction to Nick Saban, ASU Brian Ward Interview, NCAAW Tournament
March 16, 2024 17:52 - 35 minutes - 32.2 MBArizona State University Defensive Coordinator Brian Ward joins George Wrighster on this week's episode of UnafraidShow! Plus, George's rankings of all 16 Atlantic Coast Conference ACC football teams over the next five years, his take on Nick Saban's comments during the Ted Cruz NIL Roundtable, and George explains why he's more excited for the women's bracket during March Madness than he is for the men's tournament. George Wrighster ranks all 16 ACC football teams according to success over ...
SEC Power Rankings, Kenny Dillingham Interview, Arch Manning vs EA
March 08, 2024 09:00 - 38 minutes - 35.1 MBArizona State Head Coach (and Sun Devils alumni) Kenny Dillingham joins this week’s episode of The Unafraid Show as George Wrighster makes the trip to Tempe, Arizona to interview a Dillingham and the rest of the staff. George also gives his take on the next five years of SEC conference Football play in the post-Nick Saban era, scolds Arch Manning for refusing to be part of the new NCAA video game franchise, and gives his take on the Lakers LeBron James’ reaching the NBA 40,000 point plateau...
Training for UFL and NFL w/Sean Hayes
March 08, 2024 03:49 - 20 minutes - 18.6 MBUFL Director of Player Performance Sean Hayes joins George Wrighster to talk about what it’s like to live life as a performance coach for pro athletes. What is the difference between in-season and offseason training? How do athletes prepare for the combine? How do strength coaches differentiate between training the different positions, and what type of insights do strength coaches get that position coaches might now? Hayes gets into all that and more! The Unafraid Show is about US! Make su...
Big 12 Teams Ranked, Cam Newton Fight, Sean Hayes, UFL Survival
March 08, 2024 03:49 - 32 minutes - 29.5 MBBig 12 football sneak peak into the future. In this week’s episode of the Unafraid Show, George Wrighster tells fans who he believes will run the Big XII conference in football over the next five years. Will the Pac-12 castoffs Colorado Buffaloes, Utah Utes, Arizona State Sun Devils, and Arizona Wildcats pick up where Oklahoma and Texas left off, or will teams like Tex Tech Red Raiders, Kansas Jayhawks and Oklahoma State Cowboys finally seize the Big XII conference crown? Next, United Foot...
WIll Pac-12 Run Big Ten, Brandon Walker Interview, Matt Verderame, Monster Jam
February 23, 2024 19:24 - 42 minutes - 39.4 MBOn this episode of The Unafraid Show, George Wrighster welcomes Brandon Walker of Barstool Sports talks about his path from newspaper reporter and podcaster in Mississippi to the "biggest college football personality in the country." The show opens with George Wrighster talking about he Pac-12 football teams that will be joining the Big Ten this summer, and how he thinks Oregon, Washington, USC and UCLA will fare against powerhouse programs like Michigan, Ohio State, and Penn State. Next, ...
Full Interview: Jonathan Stewart's Path : Oregon to the NFL and Beyond
February 19, 2024 22:00 - 47 minutes - 43.4 MBThis episode of The Unafraid Show features an intimate conversation with Jonathan Stewart, a legendary figure in football from his high school days in Washington, collegiate career at the University of Oregon, to his professional success with the Carolina Panthers. Now a musician and TV personality, Stewart shares insights into his life beyond football, touching on his deep-rooted faith, family, and future. Show Content: **Journey to Stardom**: Stewart recounts his decision to attend the U...
Unafraid Show: College Football in Trouble, Jonathan Stewart Interview, Super Bowl Recap, Defending Shanahan + MORE!
February 19, 2024 19:31 - 36 minutes - 33.9 MBThis week on The Unafraid Show, we sit down with Jonathan Stewart, an Oregon Ducks and Carolina Panthers icon, for an in-depth conversation about his journey in football. Host George Wrighster also delivers his top 5 takeaways from the thrilling Super Bowl 58 clash between the San Francisco 49ers and Kansas City Chiefs, where Patrick Mahomes cemented his legacy as a potential GOAT QB. George shares his experiences from Las Vegas during Super Bowl week, including memorable meals with local ...
Marcellus Wiley Talks Emmanuel Acho, Fatherhood, Family FULL INTERVIEW
February 13, 2024 20:00 - 51 minutes - 47.5 MBGeorge Wrighster welcomes Marcellus Wiley to The Unafraid Show for a wide-ranging interview about Wiley's path to independent content creation from being top talent at ESPN and Fox Sports shows, and running his own media company- Brinx.TV. George and Marcellus discuss TV commentator beefs, the "embrace debate" business model with former partner Emmanuel Acho, the challenges and blessings of having a blended family, Annemarie Wiley's casting on Real Housewives, and more! #marcelluswiley #em...
UNAFRAID SHOW: Marcellus Wiley Interview, Super Bowl Bets, Black QBs
February 13, 2024 10:00 - 39 minutes - 36.1 MBOn this episode of The Unafraid Show, George Wrighster welcomes viewers from Las Vegas, Nevada, the site of Super Bowl LVIII. Speaking of Las Vegas, George weighs in on the Raiders decision to give Antonio Pierce the full time gig as head coach of the Silver and Black, and dubs Pierce "Death Row Dan Campbell." In this week's interview segment, George welcomes former Pro Bowl defensive lineman, former ESPN and Fox Sports commentator, and current host of Never Shut Up on Brinx.TV, Marcellus W...
Greg McElroy FULL INTERVIEW (Unafraid Show)
February 05, 2024 11:00 - 44 minutes - 41.1 MBGeorge Wrighster welcomes Alabama football legend and ABC/ESPN color commentary star Greg McElroy to the Unafraid Show for a wide-ranging interview on all things college football. Greg McElroy talks about his journey, how he balances his duties as a father and his travel schedule, why some Alabama fans feel he's biased against his alma mater, and his reaction to Nick Saban's retirement. Plus, McElroy gives his thoughts on NIL, the expanded College Football Playoff, and much much more. Wel...
UNAFRAID SHOW: Greg McElroy Interview, Horns Down, Mahomes vs Purdy Ep. 5
February 05, 2024 00:59 - 33 minutes - 30.7 MBOn this week's episode of The Unafraid Show, George Wrighster takes on the "Horns Down" controversy, interviews Alabama college football legend and rising broadcasting star Greg McElroy, and talks about the Chiefs evolving into the NFL's bad guys in their quest to repeat as Super Bowl Champions. In the opening segment, George begs Texas fans to ignore everyone that tries to get a reaction out of them by giving the "horns down" symbol, because all it does is make opposing fans want to do it ...
Dan Lanning Full Interview
January 29, 2024 00:09 - 28 minutes - 26.4 MBUniversity of Oregon Head Coach Dan Lanning joins George Wrighster on the Unafraid Show to talk about his path to becoming a college coach, his journey in college football, his loyalty to Oregon in the coaching carousel process, and the challenges of being a husband and father. Lanning also joins George for a game of Wrighster or Wrong and talks about cooking, his favorite movies, which college coaches give the best tongue lashing, and more. #oregonducks #danlanning #oregonfootball Welcome...
Dan Lanning Interview, Mahomes v Allen, Jason Kelce, Sports Illustrated
January 26, 2024 05:23 - 41 minutes - 38.1 MBOn this week's episode of The Unafraid Show, George Wrighster opens by talking about Josh Allen's 0-3 record against Patrick Mahomes in the playoffs, and how it's shaping his legacy in the NFL. Plus, are we witnessing the future Greatest of All Time at work in Mahomes? George believes so. Watch the whole show: https://youtu.be/5qra9t7W2sk In this week's interview segment, George welcomes University of Oregon Head Coach Dan Lanning, and talks with him about his path into becoming a college ...
Fred Taylor full interview
January 20, 2024 03:52 - 53 minutes - 49.2 MBIn the interview segment of Unafraid Show, George is joined legendary NFL running back Fred Taylor, co-creator of the @thepivotpodcast , to discuss being a Pro Football Hall of Fame finalist, playing for Tom Coughlin and Jack del Rio in Jacksonville, raising a son to also play in the NFL, and his life after football. Watch this episode on youtube: https://youtu.be/wAhoEShaUHA See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Reggie Bush Full Interview
January 19, 2024 18:42 - 34 minutes - 31.5 MBn this week's interview segment, of Unafraid Show George welcomes USC and college football legend Reggie Bush to the show for a conversation about the state of the NCAA, surrendering his 2005 Heisman Trophy, and how he'd fare in today's NFL that focuses on dual-threat running backs like Christian McCaffrey. Reggie also discusses the roll faith, family, and fatherhood play in his life. Reggie Bush also sticks around for Wrighster or Wrong, and answers the questions, "Is Reggie Bush the great...
Josh Pate Full Interview
January 19, 2024 18:42 - 25 minutes - 23.4 MBIn this week'sIn this week'sIn this week'sIn this week's Unafraid Show Interview segment, George welcomes Josh Pate, host of @LateKickwithJoshPate on CBS Sports to discuss his thoughts on the state of college football media, Florida State's exclusion from the CFP, the effect of NIL and playoff expansion on parity and roster depth, how Washington made the championship, and how to save the bowl system. Josh Pate sticks around to play Wrighster or Wrong, and answers the college football GOAT qu...
UNAFRAID SHOW: Fred Taylor Interview, CFB Coaching Carousel & MORE Ep. 3
January 19, 2024 04:05 - 40 minutes - 37 MBOn this week'sOn this week'sOn this week'sOn this week's episode, George Wrighster gets into the carousel chaos caused by Nick Saban leaving Alabama, and asks his viewers to consider that the player movement that has turned people off from enjoying college football is actually just the culmination of three decades of unchecked coaching movement. Watch this episode on youtube: https://youtu.be/wAhoEShaUHA In the interview segment, George is joined legendary NFL running back Fred Taylor, co-...
Unafraid Show: Reggie Bush Interview, Michigan wins, NFL playoffs & MORE
January 12, 2024 05:24 - 41 minutes - 38.4 MBWelcome back to the BRAND NEW Unafraid Show with George Wrighster! Watch on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@UnafraidShow In this week's episode, George recaps Michigan's national championship win over Kalen DeBoer and the Washington Huskies, and gives Jim Harbaugh his flowers for going undefeated with an old-school smashmouth style of football. What's next for Harbaugh and DeBoer? And can the NFL and NCAA work together to get the National Championship played on a Saturday? In this week'...
NEW Unafraid Show: CFB Playoff Semis, Josh Pate Interview, Lamar Jackson = Kobe Bryant
January 08, 2024 00:13 - 36 minutes - 33.3 MBWelcome to the BRAND NEW Unafraid Show- where authenticity lives! George Wrighster played college football at Oregon, and played in the NFL, but overcoming his childhood stutter to realize his dream of working in sports media taught him to be Unafraid! In this week's episode, George Wrighster introduces the re-brand of the Unafraid Show, the home for discussions about faith, family, fatherhood, food and sports. George recaps Washington's narrow win over University of Texas, and University ...
Wrighster or Wrong - Is Colorado Black America's Team or America's Team?
October 02, 2023 20:24 - 5 minutes - 4.77 MBGeorge Wrighster gets into his issues with the discussion Skip Bayless had with Richard Sherman and Keyshawn Johnson on Fox Sports 1's Undisputed show about labeling Deion Sanders' Colorado Buffaloes football team "Black America's Team." See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Wrighster or Wrong - Don't give up on Zach Wilson
September 27, 2023 15:36 - 4 minutes - 3.7 MBSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Wrightster or Wrong - Deion Sanders Backlash
September 25, 2023 21:34 - 7 minutes - 7.34 MBDeion Sanders and Colorado have been polarizing figures in college football this season. Is racism to blame, or just College Football's scarcity issue? See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Wrighster or Wrong - Mel Tucker vs. Brenda Tracy
September 19, 2023 01:00 - 5 minutes - 4.95 MBThe world is talking about Mel Tucker vs Brenda Tracy in private but we have to talk about it in public. However, this angle will surprise you. There is a 3rd party involved with ulterior motives. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Wrighster or Wrong - Travis Hunter's Injury
September 18, 2023 18:02 - 4 minutes - 3.69 MBColorado Buffaloes 2-way star Travis Hunter was injured on a cheap shot in the Colorado St. vs Colorado game. George explains why the NCAA is missing the mark when it comes to player safety with targeting, but letting a dirty play that resulted in injury go unpunished. #FSRWeekends See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Wrighster or Wrong - Josh Allen
September 14, 2023 21:31 - 3 minutes - 3.3 MBJosh Allen needs to relax. He’s arrived already but he’s still trying to prove to everyone that he belongs. He’s flirting with dropping his status from elite to franchise QB. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Wrighster or Wrong - Brandon Staley
September 13, 2023 21:37 - 3 minutes - 3.19 MBIt’s time for Chargers Head Coach Brandon Staley to step his game up. He was brought in as a defensive genius but their defense has been continuously underperforming. Plus the team has been losing too many 1 score games. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Wrighster or Wrong - Don't Bury Alabama Just Yet
September 13, 2023 02:36 - 2 minutes - 2.18 MBAlabama losing to the Texas Longhorns and being 6-3 in their last 9 games is alarming for fans but hold off on burying Nick Saban and the Alabama Crimson Tide. He just might pull another rabbit out of his hat. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Athletes Betting on Sports
September 11, 2023 14:00 - 4 minutes - 3.92 MBLegal Sports betting is bigger than ever. Leagues and teams are leaning accepting sponsorship dollars and partnerships. We now have more athletes suspended for gambling than ever. Who is at fault and do the rules need to change? See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Wrighster or Wrong - 5 NFL Players in a Make or Break Season
September 08, 2023 18:50 - 6 minutes - 5.76 MB5 NFL players who are in make or break seasons for their NFL careers. Baker Mayfield, Mac Jones, Justin Fields, Chase Young, Kyler Murray Which player do you think needs it the most? See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Deion Sanders
September 06, 2023 21:24 - 5 minutes - 4.92 MBColorado beat TCU and the world lost it's mind. Is Colorado good or TCU bad? Finally George gives us a realistic view of Deion Sanders and the Buffaloes. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Anthony Richardson
September 05, 2023 21:24 - 2 minutes - 2.74 MBThe Indianapolis Colts need to give Anthony Richardson the same freedom and confidence they gave Peyton Manning and Andrew Luck to throw 34+ times per game despite how many interceptions that turns into. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Brian Noe and George Wrighster talk PAC-12 and Jake Paul!
August 07, 2023 00:05 - 2 hours - 110 MBBrian Noe and George Wrighster talk college football realignment, what ultimately caused the collapse of the PAC-12, another edition of According to Monse, the Jake Paul – Nate Diaz bout and what to make of Paul’s fights, the proper path to team building, and more! #fsrweekends See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Brian Noe and George Wrighster talk Joe Burrow and Shohei Ohtani!
July 31, 2023 00:06 - 1 hour - 110 MBBrian Noe and George Wrighster talk about the severity of Joe Burrow’s injury, Brian explains why the Angels are making a mistake in keeping Shohei Ohtani, a strange GOAT debate from George, favorite guilty pleasure songs, the NBA’s memo about Damian Lillard’s trade request, another edition of According to Monse, and more! #fsrweekends See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Brian Noe and George Wrighster talk NFL RB's, James Harden, and more!
July 24, 2023 00:07 - 1 hour - 110 MBBrian Noe and George Wrighster talk about the running back Zoom meeting, James Harden’s ridiculous leverage attempts, FSR NFL insider Adam Caplan joins the show, which AFC teams are on the fringe, Lane Kiffin’s comments on NIL & the transfer portal, Brian’s sweating out a parlay, and more! #fsrweekends See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Brian Noe and George Wrighster Debate NBA Offseason and Definitions of Star Players
July 03, 2023 00:07 - 1 hour - 110 MBBrian Noe and George Wrighster react to the first couple days of NBA free agency. George celebrates the Lakers' signings and the guys debate other moves across the league. The guys debate if making an All-Star team automatically makes you a star in the league. Dan and George discuss the fallout of recent gambling suspensions in the NFL and look at how players can avoid the problem in the future. Plus, it's the latest edition of According to Monse! #fsrweekends See omnystudio.com/listener ...
Brian Noe and George Wrighster talk Chris Paul and Rob Manfred!
June 26, 2023 00:03 - 1 hour - 110 MBBrian Noe and George Wrighster talk about the Warriors trading for Chris Paul, George’s crazy TV setup, Rob Manfred’s insane admission, FSR NFL Insider Adam Caplan joins the show, the biggest questions for some NFL teams this season, Damian Lillard’s future in Portland, and more! #fsrweekends See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Brian Noe and George Wrighster talk Jokic, Cook, and more!
June 12, 2023 00:08 - 1 hour - 110 MBBrian Noe and George Wrighster talk Nikola Jokic’s superstar status, the odd narrative around Dalvin Cook after his release from the Vikings, dispelling some of the mystique around Bo Jackson and what that means for a current star, NBA Finals MVP odds and whether or not it ends on Monday night, and more! #fsrweekends See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Brian Noe and George Wrighster talk Lakers and more!
May 08, 2023 00:06 - 1 hour - 109 MBBrian Noe and George Wrighster talk about the Lakers win over the Warriors and Anthony Davis’s up and down performance, another award-winning edition of According to Monse, the Celtics – Sixers game going into overtime, some memorable moments from George’s NFL career, the firing of former Bucks head coach Mike Budenholzer, and more! #fsrweekends See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Wrighster or Wrong - Dillon "The Villain" Brooks
April 28, 2023 19:59 - 5 minutes - 4.65 MBGeorge gives his thoughts on bear-poker and self-proclaimed media-anointed "villain" Dillon Brooks. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Wrighster or Wrong - Giannis vs Failure
April 27, 2023 22:22 - 4 minutes - 4.6 MBGeorge Wrighster schools Milwaukee Bucks star Giannis Antetokounmpo on the nature of failure in sports. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Wrighster or Wrong - Deion Sanders vs Transfer Portal
April 26, 2023 23:24 - 6 minutes - 5.53 MBGeorge Wrighster is pulling for Deion Sanders in Colorado and hope he can navigate the transfer portal to his benefit. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Wrighster or Wrong - LeBron vs. Father Time
April 26, 2023 16:01 - 4 minutes - 4.55 MBGeorge Wrighster explains just how amazing LeBron James 20/20 playoff performance was, especially at his age. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Wrighster or Wrong - 2 NBA Seasons Each Year
April 19, 2023 21:24 - 3 minutes - 3.4 MBGeorge Wrighster considers the NBA Playoffs to be an entirely different season and thinks it should be treated accordingly. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Wrighster or Wrong - 3 Things for New NCAA President Charlie Baker
April 05, 2023 19:00 - 5 minutes - 5.45 MBGeorge Wrighster has some very specific advice for new NCAA President Charlie Baker on how he can avoid the mistakes of his predecessor Mark Emmert. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Wrighster or Wrong - Women's College Hoops Having a Great Moment
April 04, 2023 23:02 - 5 minutes - 5.33 MBGeorge Wrighster is hoping all the focus on women's college basketball will help keep the momentum going for women's sports, and they can take advantage of all the attention. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Wrighster or Wrong - Lamar Jackson Contract Collusion
March 08, 2023 22:26 - 5 minutes - 5.02 MBGeorge Wrighster gets into the NFL collusion that is keeping Lamar Jackson from making Deshaun Watson money. #fsrweekends See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Wrighster or Wrong - Jalen Carter Arrest Warrant Issued
March 01, 2023 20:25 - 7 minutes - 6.98 MBWith news that Jalen Carter has been charged with two misdemeanors in relation to the crash that killed a Georgia teammate and a recruiting staffer, George Wrighster reflects on what this means for Carter's prospects, and how taking risks when you're young is like playing Russian roulette with your future. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.