Semi-Pro Gridiron Rant
39 episodes - English - Latest episode: over 3 years ago -Semi-Pro Gridiron Rant is a weekly podcast series that dives into the inner workings and often crazy and ridiculously funny behind the scenes happenings in the world of Semi-Pro Football. Listen to weekly interviews with former and current semi-pro players, coaches and team owners who share their football journeys, some even on the professional level. Listen to how players learned of semi-professional football, why they chose semi-pro, the good and the bad of the sport and so much more. Join host Ken Anderson every week as he shares stories of semi-pro athletes and what they are up to now. Some are writing books, promoting or fighting in MMA, competing in Strongman competition, training to be pro bodybuilders and even some are now acting! So many amazing and successful people willing to share their stories.
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Episodes
E:27 Semi-Pro Football Player Starts National Championship Team
December 07, 2020 14:00 - 58 minutes - 40.5 MBIn Episode 27 of Semi-Pro Gridiron Rant host Ken Anderson rants with Andy Villamarzo, National Championship team owner and player. Andy shares his football journey and the reason he started his own team and how Covid has affected semi-pro ball in Florida. ENJOY!!! Support the show
E:26 Career Semi-Pro Football backup shares his love for the sport
November 16, 2020 14:00 - 1 hour - 55.3 MBIn Episode 26 of Semi-Pro Gridiron Rant, host Ken Anderson welcomes Tex Hamilton to the show. Tex shares his journey including growing up in Texas and moving to Brooklyn, culture shock, and how he found semi-pro football. ENJOY!!! Support the show
E:26 Career Semi-Pro Football backup shares his love for the sport
November 16, 2020 14:00 - 1 hour - 55.3 MBIn Episode 26 of Semi-Pro Gridiron Rant, host Ken Anderson welcomes Tex Hamilton to the show. Tex shares his journey including growing up in Texas and moving to Brooklyn, culture shock, and how he found semi-pro football. ENJOY!!! Support the show
E:25 Semi-Pro Football 7 X Champion Coach Fred Reese Shares His Story
November 02, 2020 14:00 - 48 minutes - 33.1 MBIn Episode 25 of Semi-Pro Gridiron Rant host Ken Anderson rants with 7 time Championship Coach Fred Reese. Fred shares his journey from college through today! Fred has seen the maturation of football on all levels and shares his thoughts on the game. A must for a true football fan. ENJOY!!! Support the show
E:24 Semi-Pro Football Player Seeks Daily F.U.N. Part 2 of 2
October 29, 2020 13:00 - 56 minutes - 38.8 MBIn Episode 24 of Semi-Pro Gridiron Rant, host Ken Anderson rants with former player Bobby "High School" Ward. Bobby shares his semi-pro career and what he's been up to lately. HINT: He's having F.U.N. daily!! Part 2 of 2 part interview. Support the show
E:23 Semi-Pro Football Player Seeks Daily F.U.N. Part 1 of 2
October 26, 2020 13:00 - 44 minutes - 30.8 MBIn Episode 23 of Semi-Pro Gridiron Rant, host Ken Anderson rants with former player Bobby "High School" Ward. Bobby shares his semi-pro career and what he's been up to lately. HINT: He's having F.U.N. daily!! Part 1 of 2 part interview. Support the show
E:23 Semi-Pro Football Player Seeks Daily F.U.N. Part 1 of 2
October 26, 2020 13:00 - 44 minutes - 30.8 MBIn Episode 23 of Semi-Pro Gridiron Rant, host Ken Anderson rants with former player Bobby "High School" Ward. Bobby shares his semi-pro career and what he's been up to lately. HINT: He's having F.U.N. daily!! Part 1 of 2 part interview. Support the show (https://www.patreon.com/SPGRant)
E:22 Semi-Pro Football Coach Dan Carr coaches all over the world, Part 2 of 2
October 22, 2020 13:00 - 1 hour - 48.4 MBIn this weeks episode of Semi-Pro Gridiron Rant host Ken Anderson rants it up with one of his former coaches Dan Carr. Coach Carr shares his crazy journey as he shares stories from coaching overseas and also in the states. This is Part 2 of 2 in the Dan Carr interview. ENJOY!!! Support the show
E:22 Semi-Pro Football Coach Dan Carr coaches all over the world, Part 2 of 2
October 22, 2020 13:00 - 1 hour - 48.4 MBIn this weeks episode of Semi-Pro Gridiron Rant host Ken Anderson rants it up with one of his former coaches Dan Carr. Coach Carr shares his crazy journey as he shares stories from coaching overseas and also in the states. This is Part 2 of 2 in the Dan Carr interview. ENJOY!!! Support the show (https://www.patreon.com/SPGRant)
E:21 Semi-Pro Football Coach Dan Carr coaches all over the world, Part 1 of 2
October 19, 2020 13:00 - 1 hour - 45 MBIn this weeks episode of Semi-Pro Gridiron Rant host Ken Anderson rants it up with one of his former coaches Dan Carr. Coach Carr shares his crazy journey as he shares stories from coaching overseas and also in the states. This is Part 1 of 2 in the Dan Carr interview. ENJOY!!! Support the show
E:20 Former Semi-Pro Football Player Turns to Art in Retirement
October 12, 2020 12:00 - 1 hour - 43.6 MBIn Episode 20, host Ken Anderson rants with his former teammate Mike Lafex. Mike shares his semi-pro journey and his love for art. He shows us several samples of his amazing drawings and even shares some of his wife's paintings with us. ENJOY!!! Support the show
E:19 A Semi-Pro Football Revolution is Born
October 05, 2020 12:00 - 1 hour - 54.2 MBIn Episode 19 of Semi-Pro Gridiron Rant, host Ken Anderson welcomes former teammate and former Semi-Pro Football team owner, Tom Shultz to the show. Tommy rants about playing as Ken's backup, what drove him to start a Revolution in the hometown of the oldest semipro team in America, and what he is up to today. Don't miss this one!! ENJOY!! Support the show
E:18 Semi-Pro Football QB Turns to Acting and Writing Movies
September 28, 2020 13:00 - 43 minutes - 29.8 MBIn Episode 18 of Semi-Pro Gridiron Rant we welcome Semi-Pro Athlete Todd Jackson to the show. Todd rants about his high school days, playing college ball, his semi-pro days as a QB, WR and DB. TJ also shares his passion for movie making and acting and his appearance on a popular TV show. ENJOY!! Support the show
E:17 One of the Oldest Semi-Pro Football Teams in the Country
September 21, 2020 13:00 - 1 hour - 55.4 MBIn Episode 17 of Semi-Pro Gridiron Rant host Ken Anderson welcomes Hank Pelton, Glens Falls Greenjackets team President. Hank rants on his playing days, the long history of his team and the effects of Covid on his squad. ENJOY!! Support the show
E:16 Special Episode in Remembrance of the Fallen From 9.11.01 NEVER FORGET
September 13, 2020 19:00 - 56 minutes - 38.6 MBIn Episode 16 we dedicate this weeks edition of Semi-Pro Gridiron Rant to the fallen from 9.11.01...... NEVER FORGET!! Host Ken Anderson welcomes back David "Wolf" Parker who shares several projects he is working on. Wolf talks grandparents that are raising their grandchildren, building a "thicker skin" with #AttitudeShield and Veterans Rant, Rattle and Roll which is dedicated to ending military veterans committing suicide. This is a different type of episode, but one that can help all of...
E:15 Semi-Pro Receiver Cody Poston rants about his difficult journey to play the game he loves
September 07, 2020 10:00 - 50 minutes - 34.5 MBIn Episode 15 of Semi-Pro Rant, host Ken Anderson makes a huge show announcement and welcomes in semi-pro receiver Cody Poston. Cody shares his difficult semi-pro journey as he's had 2 heart surgeries, a concussion and a broken collar bone. Listen in as he shares his store of perseverance!! LET"S RANT!! Support the show
E:14 Semi-Pro Football Coach Turns MMA Coach, Referee and Promoter
August 30, 2020 13:00 - 40 minutes - 28 MBIn episode 14 of Semi-Pro Gridiron Rant, host Ken Anderson welcomes his former Offensive Coordinator Sam Kleinbeck. Sam talks about his collegiate days at North Western, being drafted to the Canadian League and his semi-pro days. Listen in as he talks about his current MMA gym and promotions business. An episode you won't want to miss. ENJOY!! Support the show
E:13 5 Time Semi-Pro Football National Champion QB Rants About His Impressive Career
August 17, 2020 13:00 - 59 minutes - 41 MBIn Episode 13 of Semi-Pro Gridiron Rant co-hosts Jamie Hantke and Ken Anderson rant with 5 time National Champion quarterback Doby Howard. Doby talks about his time with the Monroe County Sting, his National Championships and his career at the arena level. ENJOY!! Support the show
E:12 2 X Semi-Pro National Champ G.M. Chris Gorman Rants about his Championship Journey
August 10, 2020 13:00 - 46 minutes - 32.2 MBIn Episode 12 of Semi-Pro Gridiron Rant we welcome Syracuse Strong General Manager and Defensive Coordinator Chris Gorman to the show. Chris rants about his 20 plus years in the sport and what it took for him to get 2 different Syracuse teams to a National Title game. ENJOY!! Support the show
E:11 Semi Pro Football Fullback Turns to MMA Heavy Weight Fighting
August 03, 2020 13:00 - 58 minutes - 40.3 MBIn Episode 11 of Semi-Pro Gridiron Rant co-hosts Jamie Hantke and Ken Anderson welcome special guest James Chaplin to the show. James rants about his football journey and also dives into his MMA fighting career. Listen in as the three former Syracuse Shock members talk about James and how he developed his never quit attitude!! ENJOY!!! Support the show
E:10 Canadian Player comes to the States to Star as a Semi-Pro Running Back
July 27, 2020 13:00 - 1 hour - 50.1 MBIn Episode 10 of Semi-Pro Gridiron Rant host Ken Anderson goes solo as he rants about what happened this week in sports, MLB, Iron Mike Tyson's comeback and NFL canceling all preseason games. Ken welcomes special guest TJ Williams. TJ is a Canadian football player who now plays semi-pro ball in the US. Listen in as TJ shares his football journey and talks about his new business. An episode you just wont want to miss. ENJOY!!! Support the show
Episode 9 with special guest Rashad Palmer, interior lineman and Strongman competitor
July 20, 2020 13:00 - 1 hour - 43.4 MBIn Episode 9 of Semi-Pro Gridiron Rant, co-hosts Jamie Hantke and Ken Anderson rant about MLL lacrosse, MLB, Derrick Henry's new contract and JJ Watt stating players want to play, but..... They Welcome this weeks pecial guest Rashad Palmer from the Texas Colts. Rashad talks about his football journey and how he found semi-pro ball, or did it find him!! He talks of covid in Houston, some leagues are playing while others choose to take the safer road. Rashad talk about his new found love f...
E:9 Special Guest Rashad Palmer, interior lineman and Strongman competitor
July 20, 2020 13:00 - 1 hour - 43.4 MBIn Episode 9 of Semi-Pro Gridiron Rant, co-hosts Jamie Hantke and Ken Anderson rant about MLL lacrosse, MLB, Derrick Henry's new contract and JJ Watt stating players want to play, but..... They Welcome this weeks pecial guest Rashad Palmer from the Texas Colts. Rashad talks about his football journey and how he found semi-pro ball, or did it find him!! He talks of covid in Houston, some leagues are playing while others choose to take the safer road. Rashad talk about his new found love f...
E:8 Special Guest Craig James, former D1 and Arena Football player, current owner of the Duval Raiders (Jax, FL)
July 13, 2020 13:00 - 1 hour - 52.9 MBIn Episode 8 of Semi-Pro Gridiron Rant host Ken Anderson welcomes back co-host Jamie Hantke as he returns from assignment (camping). They rant about what got Jamie fired up this week on social media, 4th of July festivities, MLB players opting to sit out the season due to the Corona Virus, The NY Yankees 60 game schedule and Patrick Mahomes' record setting contract. They welcome their special guest Craig James, former DI and Arena Football player, current owner of the Duval Raiders (Jax, ...
Episode 8 with Special Guest Craig James, former D1 and Arena Football player, current owner of the Duval Raiders (Jax, FL)
July 13, 2020 13:00 - 1 hour - 52.8 MBIn Episode 8 of Semi-Pro Gridiron Rant host Ken Anderson welcomes back co-host Jamie Hantke as he returns from assignment (camping). They rant about what got Jamie fired up this week on social media, 4th of July festivities, MLB players opting to sit out the season due to the Corona Virus, The NY Yankees 60 game schedule and Patrick Mahomes' record setting contract. They welcome their special guest Craig James, former DI and Arena Football player, current owner of the Duval Raiders (Jax, ...
E:7 Special Guest Leroy Collins, Louisville Cardinal, NFL RB, Author & Motivational Speaker
June 29, 2020 13:00 - 1 hour - 56 MBIn Episode 7 of Semi-Pro Gridiron Rant, Host Ken Anderson and special guest host David "Wolf" Parker rant about the newly released MLB schedule, NFL cancelling the H.O.F. game and ceremonies, and Dak's franchise tag deal! They welcome special guest Leroy Collins who shares his incredible true story where he went from a wheelchair to the NFL. Leroy shares many of his football stories, his book, and future plans. This is an episode any true sports fan just doesn't want to miss. Enjoy!! Sup...
Episode 7 with special guest Leroy Collins, Louisville Cardinal, NFL RB, Author & Motivational Speaker
June 29, 2020 13:00 - 1 hour - 55.9 MBIn Episode 7 of Semi-Pro Gridiron Rant, Host Ken Anderson and special guest host David "Wolf" Parker rant about the newly released MLB schedule, NFL cancelling the H.O.F. game and ceremonies, and Dak's franchise tag deal! They welcome special guest Leroy Collins who shares his incredible true story where he went from a wheelchair to the NFL. Leroy shares many of his football stories, his book, and future plans. This is an episode any true sports fan just doesn't want to miss. Enjoy!!
Episode 6 with special guest Vishaun Grissett, owner and running back for the Jacksonville Spartans
June 22, 2020 13:00 - 1 hour - 59.5 MBOn Episode 6 of Semi-Pro Gridiron Rant host Ken Anderson and special guest host David "Wolf" Parker rant on multiple subjects including a touching Father's Day weekend with shared personal stories. Special guest Vishaun Grissett of the Jacksonville Spartans tells of his playing days, injuries and the struggles to keep his team alive. Don't miss this episode!!! Enjoy!!!
E:6 Special Guest Vishaun Grissett, owner and running back for the Jacksonville Spartans
June 22, 2020 13:00 - 1 hour - 59.6 MBOn Episode 6 of Semi-Pro Gridiron Rant host Ken Anderson and special guest host David "Wolf" Parker rant on multiple subjects including a touching Father's Day weekend with shared personal stories. Special guest Vishaun Grissett of the Jacksonville Spartans tells of his playing days, injuries and the struggles to keep his team alive. Don't miss this episode!!! Enjoy!!! Support the show
E:5 Special Guest Ryan Job, Co-Owner and Head Coach of Troy's Fighting Irish
June 15, 2020 13:00 - 1 hour - 45.9 MBIn Episode 5 of Semi-Pro Gridiron Rant co-hosts Jamie Hantke and Ken Anderson rant about the reception of their show from fans who have reached out to them with some pretty great insight. They welcome this weeks special guest Ryan Job, who played Quarterback and co -owns the Troy's Fighting Irish. Ryan discusses why he started a team, the obstacles he's faced along the way and gives us a great look behind the curtain as to what it really takes to start a SUCCESSFUL semi-pro football team. ...
Episode 5 with special guest Ryan Job, Co-Owner and Head Coach of Troy's Fighting Irish
June 15, 2020 13:00 - 1 hour - 45.9 MBIn Episode 5 of Semi-Pro Gridiron Rant co-hosts Jamie Hantke and Ken Anderson rant about the reception of their show from fans who have reached out to them with some pretty great insight. They welcome this weeks special guest Ryan Job, who played Quarterback and co -owns the Troy's Fighting Irish. Ryan discusses why he started a team, the obstacles he's faced along the way and gives us a great look behind the curtain as to what it really takes to start a SUCCESSFUL semi-pro football team. ...
Semi-Pro Gridiron Rant Episode 4 w/ special guest Stephen Taylor
June 07, 2020 14:00 - 56 minutes - 38.6 MBIn Episode 4 of Semi-Pro Gridiron Rant co-hosts Jamie Hantke and Ken Anderson rant over the NBA, MLB and the NFL getting back to business. They welcome former semi-pro offensive lineman Stephen Taylor as they discuss his time playing college QB at Wisconsin and his path to semi-pro football lineman. Stephen also discusses his quest to earn his pro card as a body builder. The show finished with Jamie and Ken discussing 2 crazy fights that took place in their rookie seasons playing semi-pro....
E:4 Special Guest Stephen Taylor, Semi-Pro Lineman to Pro Body Builder
June 07, 2020 14:00 - 56 minutes - 38.6 MBIn Episode 4 of Semi-Pro Gridiron Rant co-hosts Jamie Hantke and Ken Anderson rant over the NBA, MLB and the NFL getting back to business. They welcome former semi-pro offensive lineman Stephen Taylor as they discuss his time playing college QB at Wisconsin and his path to semi-pro football lineman. Stephen also discusses his quest to earn his pro card as a body builder. The show finished with Jamie and Ken discussing 2 crazy fights that took place in their rookie seasons playing semi-pro....
Semi-Pro Gridiron Rant Episode 1
June 04, 2020 03:00 - 53 minutes - 36.5 MBIn the inaugural episode of the Semi-Pro Gridiron Rant co-hosts Jamie Hantke and Ken Anderson introduce themselves and the basis behind this podcast series. They welcome you to listen in as you hear their history in the sport of semi-pro football and their goals and ambition to spread the word and knowledge of this grass roots version of American football!
E:1 An Introduction to your hosts and the show!!
June 04, 2020 03:00 - 53 minutes - 36.6 MBIn the inaugural episode of the Semi-Pro Gridiron Rant co-hosts Jamie Hantke and Ken Anderson introduce themselves and the basis behind this podcast series. They welcome you to listen in as you hear their history in the sport of semi-pro football and their goals and ambition to spread the word and knowledge of this grass roots version of American football! Support the show
E:3 Special Guest Chris Bresnahan, National Champion QB
May 31, 2020 21:00 - 1 hour - 43.6 MBIn Episode 3 of Semi-Pro Gridiron Rant co-hosts Jamie Hantke and Ken Anderson rant about Hafthor (Thor) Bjornsson announcing his retirement from Strongman after a tweet released by fellow competitor Eddie Hall. Jamie and Ken also discuss the corona virus effects on semi pro leagues the EFL (Empire Football League) and the NFA (Northeastern Football Alliance). They welcome former semi-pro quarterback Chris Bresnahan to the show as they discuss his college days at the University of New Hampshi...
E:2 Special Guest David "Wolf" Parker, 2 Time National Champion Coach
May 31, 2020 21:00 - 49 minutes - 33.7 MBIn Episode 2 co-hosts Jamie Hantke and Ken Anderson "rant" about current events in MMA, MLB, NFL, and the world of strongman competition. They also welcome their first guest to the show, 2 time Semi-Pro Football National Champion, Coach David "Wolf" Parker. They go in depth on Wolf's semi-pro football career as a player and as a coach. Support the show
Semi-Pro Gridiron Rant Episode 2 w/ special guest David "Wolf" Parker
May 31, 2020 21:00 - 49 minutes - 33.7 MBIn Episode 2 co-hosts Jamie Hantke and Ken Anderson "rant" about current events in MMA, MLB, NFL, and the world of strongman competition. They also welcome their first guest to the show, 2 time Semi-Pro Football National Champion, Coach David "Wolf" Parker. They go in depth on Wolf's semi-pro football career as a player and as a coach.
Semi-Pro Gridiron Rant Episode 3 w/ special guest Chris Bresnahan
May 31, 2020 21:00 - 1 hour - 43.6 MBIn Episode 3 of Semi-Pro Gridiron Rant co-hosts Jamie Hantke and Ken Anderson rant about Hafthor (Thor) Bjornsson announcing his retirement from Strongman after a tweet released by fellow competitor Eddie Hall. Jamie and Ken also discuss the corona virus effects on semi pro leagues the EFL (Empire Football League) and the NFA (Northeastern Football Alliance). They welcome former semi-pro quarterback Chris Bresnahan to the show as they discuss his college days at the University of New Hampshi...