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Catholic Sports Radio

Bruce Wawrzyniak
Catholic Faith
Catholicism
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Basketball
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Catholic Education
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Hockey
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Catholic Sports Radio
Notre Dame
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Play Like a Champion Today
Christianity
Football

Helping listeners find the right balance and priority when it comes to their faith life versus their sports life, interviews are done with guests who are Catholics in sports - current or former athletes, coaches, officials, clergy, administrators, and more, from the pro, amateur, and scholastic ranks. Whether you're an athlete or a fan, youth or adult, Catholic or not, this show will deliver conte... more

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He is a lifelong runner, having competed in cross country, indoor track, and outdoor track in high school, earning six MVP awards, and later going on to six marathons, including a top 500 finish at the Boston Marathon. Other highlights include Master... more

He has participated in fundraising events as a cyclist since the 1980s and was a member of a committee that started a cycling event called Elephant Rock in Castle Rock, Colorado. He later would participate in other events such as Ride the Rockies, th... more

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The founder and team captain of Team Samaritan Cycling as part of Ride Across America, a coast-to-coast cycling campaign from San Diego to St. Augustine. As a student athlete he played baseball at what was then called Regis College and later played f... more

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He was the top-ranked offensive lineman and the fourth-ranked player among all positions heading into last year's CFL Draft. Following last year's Gator Bowl, in which he played for Duke University, he stepped away from the game due to a neck injury.... more

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Recent Guests

Eric Schon
Top ranked offensive lineman, CFL Draft prospect, former Duke University football player
Former Duke University / College of the Holy Cross (college connections referenced)
Episode: CSR 393 Eric Schon
Dick Vitale
Former basketball coach and ESPN commentator, cancer survivor
Former Detroit Pistons head coach, ESPN broadcaster
Episode: CSR 392 Dick Vitale
Glen MacKay
TV producer with 25+ years of experience; has covered major sports events; authored a film about the Holy Land
Former Eurosport/Television broadcaster
Episode: CSR 391 Glen MacKay
Peter Iacavazzi
Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu World Champion, founder of A Fighting Chance and 40Fitness
A Fighting Chance; 40Fitness
Episode: CSR 390 Peter Iacavazzi
Robert Prasch
Former football player, coach, creator of the Creating Greatness Podcast and prison ministry advocate
Creating Greatness Podcast / Prison Ministry in Southwest Florida
Episode: CSR 389 Robert Prasch
Brian Bonin
Former professional hockey player, Hobey Baker Award winner
NHL (Penguins), Team USA, University of Minnesota
Episode: CSR 388 Brian Bonin
Chris Massaro
Athlete and founder/president of Biking for Babies
Biking for Babies
Episode: CSR 387 Chris Massaro
Jon Aliaga
Soccer coach and founder of Bengals Soccer Camp and Soccer Friends
Bloomfield High School; Soccer Friends; Bengals Soccer Camp
Episode: CSR 386 Jon Aliaga
Rex Kesselring
University of Tampa lacrosse player, national champion
University of Tampa
Episode: CSR 385 Rex Kesselring

Host

Bruce Wozniak
Host of Catholic Sports Radio

Reviews

4.7 out of 5 stars from 38 ratings
  • Beautiful intersection of Sports and Faith!

    As a cradle Catholic and someone who still loves to play rec sports, this show is such a beautiful intersection of faith and sports! Love the variety of guests on the show! Bruce’s authenticity comes shining through in the way he lets the interviews flow, too! His passion for his faith is also very inspiring!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Calmwordy
    United States4 years ago
  • Inspirational and Entertaining!

    I love listening to Bruce and the message he shares with each episode. As a Catholic and a sports fanatic, this is a fantastic show and so enjoyable to listen to.

    Listening to Bruce and Catholic Sports Radio is one of the reasons I am now launching my own sports podcast!

    This show is truly a Blessing! I have subscribed and will share it with all other sports fans.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Kid from Astoria
    United States5 years ago
  • Impressively good! More Martial Arts Please

    Catholic and Martial arts has combined thank to Brazil’s Gracie family and the big catholic region that it is in that country. The Christ redeemer statue in Rio de Janeiro is a clear example of the connection between the sport of MMA & Christ! Thanks be to god it’s a legit sport because of many amending of the rules making it a; less lethal violent sport, for lack of better wording (so please people save the politics on that). Enjoy the podcast! More martial arts Bruce Im listening!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    J2201739
    United States6 years ago
  • Great concept

    I love seeing great people do great things. Well done :)

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Dale Broback
    United States7 years ago

Listeners Say

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Encouraging, uplifting, and great for coaching or ministry ideas.
Appreciate authentic faith-centric storytelling and community focus.
Shows the powerful intersection of faith and sport in a relatable way.
Hosts well-balanced conversations with inspiring guests.

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CSR 393 Eric Schon
Q: Eric, take us through that emotional time then of playing in the Gator Bowl and making the decision shortly thereafter to step away from the sport you were flourishing in. And how much did you pray about that decision?
Schon explains he went into the game knowing it would be his last and aimed to enjoy every moment, then describes the process of prayer and reflection leading to stepping away due to physical limits and a sense that a different path aligned with God's plan.
CSR 392 Dick Vitale
Q: What is the latest update with your ongoing medical battles?
Vitale describes ongoing immunotherapy for cancer, including fatigue, and emphasizes staying positive and having faith as key to mental resilience.
CSR 387 Chris Massaro
Q: Chris, let's get started by having you share with us first where you were born and raised and what the family size was.
Chris describes growing up in Westchester, Pennsylvania in a family of three boys, with no early Catholic schooling but later involvement in the Newman Center and Catholic communities in college.
CSR 385 Rex Kesselring
Q: Can you walk us through the pivotal pre-game Mass and the post-game prayer circle on the field?
We arranged to attend Mass together the morning of the game, which brought a unique calm and unity. After the game, the post-game prayer circle included players from both teams, and Rex led the moment, underscoring that we play to glorify God, not ourselves.
CSR 385 Rex Kesselring
Q: Rex, how did you stay disciplined and focused when you moved thousands of miles away to pursue lacrosse at UTampa?
It came from the people around me—the teammates, coaches, and FCA group who kept faith and academics as priorities, reminding me that lacrosse would follow if I kept my foundation strong and prayed for guidance.

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What is Catholic Sports Radio about and what kind of topics does it cover?

- The show foregrounds the intersection of faith and sport, featuring current and former athletes, coaches, and faith leaders who discuss how Catholic values shape training, competition, mentorship, and personal life. Episodes often blend personal journey, faith formation, and practical ministry or outreach efforts, with frequent calls to community, prayer, and service as core themes. Notable throughlines include overcoming adversity, balancing high-level athletics with spiritual practice, and using sport as a platform for ministry and character formation. The format tends to center intimate conversations, faith-based reflections, and actionable takeaways for listeners seeking alignment between sports and beliefs.

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1. The Catholic Talk Show
2. Sunday Homilies with Fr. Mike Schmitz
3. Bishop Barron’s Sunday Sermons - Catholic Preaching and Homilies
4. Jimmy Akin's Mysterious World
5. The Commentary Magazine Podcast

How many episodes of Catholic Sports Radio are there?

Catholic Sports Radio launched 8 years ago and published 398 episodes to date. You can find more information about this podcast including rankings, audience demographics and engagement in our podcast database.

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Recent guests on Catholic Sports Radio include:

1. Eric Schon
2. Dick Vitale
3. Glen MacKay
4. Peter Iacavazzi
5. Robert Prasch
6. Brian Bonin
7. Chris Massaro
8. Jon Aliaga

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