The Power and Light Podcast

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Championship weekend featured two strikingly different games, but both with exciting finishes and moments throughout. Josiah sits down to discuss what he saw and what his first thoughts are on the Super Bowl matchup. Thanks for listening!

Feel the rhythm, feel the rhyme, get on up, the Jamaican bobsled team is back in the Olympics. Fresh off their first gold medal in qualifying Jamaica sends a four man crew with ties back to the 1988 team that inspired the now famous Disney movie. The small tropical island is also sending Mica Moore, a former Brit that is switching to the yellow and green for The Games in Italy. Thank you for listening.

The 67 trend was left in 2025 and now it is time to move on. We have good football ahead of us, don't waste it.

Championship weekend in the NFL features four (kind of five) that are not even close to the highest paid quarterbacks in the NFL. Josiah breaks down why that is and what the future looks like for the NFL. Thanks for listening!

Fernando Mendoza & the Indiana Hoosiers completed the unthinkable. In this episode, Josiah breaks down what their season means for college football and what Fernando Mendoza did for his future with his performances. Thank you for listening.

Josiah Wonnell and Caysson Higgins break down the matchups coming in week four of the NFL season. Starting with TNF all the way to the MNF double-header, listen for what storylines you should be looking for this weekend.

Blocked kicks, the Browns win, oh my. Week 3 of the NFL season was CHAOS. Caysson Higgins joins the show to recap Week 3 of the NFL Season. Everything from the Browns surprise win to the LA Rams falling apart. Thank you for listening!

Dive into Josiah's three things he is looking for during the NFL's week two matchups, highlighted by a great slate of games.

Week 1 of the NFL season has officially concluded and there were comebacks, surprises, and lots to break down. Let's (not) overreact to everything that happened Week 1 in the NFL season.

After months of anticipation, the Chiefs drop the season opener to the Los Angeles Chargers in the NFL international series game played in Brazil. Unable to recover from a rough first half, the Chiefs fell behind and couldn’t catch up to Justin Herbert and the Chargers. Here is Josiah Wonnell’s instant reaction with positives and negatives to the game.

Baseball has never been afraid of change — from divisional play in 1969, to the Wild Card era in 1994, to the Brewers switching leagues in 1998. Now, with talk of expansion, travel concerns, and the push for fresh rivalries, the question of MLB realignment is back on the table. Host Josiah Wonnell breaks down the possibility of realignment as well as the growing possibility of a strike by the MLBPA in 2026.

Cooper Flagg will be a big name this evening in the 2025 NBA Draft & how much has basketball really grown internationally? Lionel Messi was angry after qualifying for the knockout round - why? And finally how do you deal with the 'Dog Days of Summer'? All of these questions and more answered on the latest episode of the Power & Light Podcast. Thank you for listening!

Dallas FC takes home a 4-2 win over Sporting Kansas City as Host Josiah Wonnell and Lead Soccer Analyst Milo Anderson break it down from the pitch in Children's Mercy Park. Analysis as well as the postgame press conference are included.

There are five QBs on the roster in Cleveland that could potentially start a game this year while Minnesota has half the options with JJ McCarthy the prospective favourite to win the season-long job. In baseball, the Royals call up Jac Caglianone, their #1 prospect. Let the celebration begin. Thanks for listening!

The 2025 NBA Finals Preview between the Oklahoma City Thunder and the Indiana Pacers. Join Host Josiah Wonnell with Preston Graber and Jude Meili share analysis, breakdowns, and their predictions for the final series of the NBA season. Thank you for listening!

The Kansas City Royals have one of the best starting pitching staffs in all of Major League Baseball, but their offensive woes have held them back from excelling in a competitive division. The Kansas City Chiefs are in OTAs with the new draft class making their debuts in Chiefs' red. Preston Graber and Josiah Wonnell break it all down on episode 54!

The Oklahoma City Thunder are in the Finals led by a big three of young players with exciting futures ahead of them. Host Josiah Wonnell and Preston Graber break down what got them here and what they have to do to bring a trophy back to OKC.

Milo Anderson joins the show again to discuss Lionel Messi and Inter Miami's return to Kansas City and what Sporting has to do to compete in the second leg in Miami. Hosted by Josiah Wonnell, the show includes analysis of the tie-breaking goal, what went well for Sporting, and a unique situation with Inter Miami's Head Coach Javier Mascherano. All of this and more on the lastest EP of the Power & Light Podcast!

Sights and Sounds from Sporting Kansas City, a 1 on 1 interview with Sporting Manager Peter Vermes, and a preview of Lionel Messi's return to Kansas City with Inter Miami.

Episode FIFTY is a perfect time to preview ANOTHER SUPER BOWL with the Chiefs looking to THREEPEAT. Complete with a full breakdown of matchups, game predictions, and more. The guys preview a historic matchup that could be another pillar in the Chiefs already historic dynasty. #50! Thanks for listening!

With close game after close game, the question of whether or not the Chiefs are lucky has to be at the forefront of NFL fans' minds. A simple answer would be inappropriate here so the guys dive into the season for the Chiefs and determine if it is luck or something else that is winning them games. They also chat about alternate broadcasts and Pro Bowl Weekend. All of this and more on the latest EP of the Power & Light Podcast. Onto 50!

The Heisman is essentially down to two contenders as the boys debate which should take home the prestigious award. They also look at the teams who are in contention for the College Football Playoff and run the options of what Championship Sunday could change. All of this and more on the latest episode of the Power & Light Podcast. Thanks for listening!

An endless list of things have happened since the Kansas City Chiefs kicked off their 2024 campaign and Josiah and Preston are here to break it all down for you. After another long-awaited episode the boys feel that the Chiefs are looking into a tight window with some challenging matchups ahead, but can't also forget where they came from. Full break-downs, analysis, and quotes from former presidents can all be found here - on the latest EP of the Power & Light Podcast. Thanks for listening.

An annual celebration takes place with the guys celebrating the start of the NFL season by making their predictions from everything from Offensive Player of the Year to who they believe will be representing each conference in the Super Bowl. So many more predictions in between and you can find all of them in the latest EP of the show. Thanks for listening!

Host Josiah Wonnell alongside Preston Graber dive into the latest developments and insights surrounding the Kansas City Royals as they approach the end of August. The guys discuss the team's recent performances, standout players, and what needs to happen for the Royals to make a postseason push. All of this and more on the latest EP of the Power & Light Podcast!

Join host Josiah Wonnell, Preston Graber, and Jude Meili as they welcome special guest Wyatt Thompson, the voice of Kansas State Athletics, to the show for an in-depth preview of the K-State Wildcats' upcoming season. In this episode, Wyatt discusses key players to watch, big games, and predictions for the Wildcats. Whether you're a die-hard K-State fan or just love college football, this episode offers valuable insights and expert analysis straight from 'a man on the inside'. Stay tune for more K-State coverage throughout the season, but in the mean time: sit back and enjoy the latest ep of the Power & Light Podcast. Thanks for listening!

Join host Josiah Wonnell and Preston Graber as they dive into an in-depth preview of Kansas Football's upcoming season. In this episode, the duo breaks down the Jayhawks' offense and defense, offering insights into key players and strategies. They also discuss the impact of new offensive coordinator Jeff Grimes and what his arrival could mean for the team's success. With hot takes and lively debate, this episode is a must-listen for any Kansas Football fan. Thanks for listening!

The Olympic Games have come to a close and with the closing ceremony putting a bow on the Paris Games, we wanted to recap the ten biggest moments of the Games. So, please enjoy the top 10 moments of the 2024 Olympic Games. Thanks for listening.

Preston takes over to host a game of this or that with Jude and Josiah. The game features hard Fantasy Football decisions YOU may have to make quickly in upcoming drafts. The guys break down their opinions on players, situations, and more to prep you for your drafts. Let us know if it helps and thanks for listening!

The show hits it's fortieth episode right in the middle of the 2024 Olympic Games in Paris, so the boys sit down to break down their highlights of the Games as well as some of the biggest races and moments. This and more on the latest ep of the Power & Light Podcast. Thanks for listening!

Today the boys sit down to chat about the latest NFL Player's Rankings that sits Patrick Mahomes at No.4! They dive into what that means for the Chiefs and for the rest of the NFL, while also taking a look at some other somewhat questionable rankings. All of this and so much more on the latest episode of the Power & Light Podcast!

A year has passed since the Packers traded Aaron Rodgers traded to the New York Jets. Four plays later Rodgers' season ended. What will it take for the Jets to win that trade? The boys also broke down ESPN's Top 100 athletes of the 2000s and gave their thoughts on what could and will change. Thanks for listening, you guys are the best.

The 2024 Olympics in Paris, France are underway with Team USA showing out while trying to follow up their performance in Tokyo in 2020. The guys also dive into MLB Trade Deadline with the options for JJ Picollo. Finally, the boys give their Fantasy Football Outlook. The sports juices are flowing with the Olympics and we are so excited to share it with you guys! Thanks for listening.

JUDE MEILI is back and was ready to roll with his analysis of the upcoming Olympics. He and Josiah also dove into some football in Green Bay and Pittsburgh looking at some quarterback situations and some possible contenders. Thanks for checking out the latest episode of the Power & Light Podcast!

THE BOYS ARE PLAYING SOME BALL. The Kansas City Royals have been playing some EXCELLENT baseball and are nearing the TOP of the American League. Josiah and Preston discuss the adjustments that have been made and why this team is special. Thanks for joining us back on this journey!

The podcast returns after a long hiatus. Josiah and Preston talk the KC Chiefs draft class, the NFL draft, and more. It's so good to be back and we are so happy you are joining us!

The Domestic Director for Sports Outreach, Daniel brings years of experience as a pastor, but also on the diamond as a player and coach. Daniel is the only Division 1 baseball player to record the most steals in all of Division 1 baseball for consecutive years. He now uses the mechanics and skills that he obtained during his college years to teach kids how to become faster on the basepaths, but also how they can run the 'good race'. Please enjoy this episode with Daniel Narvaez, the only pastor (that we know of!) that teaches kids to (legally) steal.

Jerry Schemmel has had an extremely interesting life. As a survivor of a plane crash, competitive cyclist, and a sports broadcaster for the Colorado Rockies and the NBA before that, Jerry has experienced a lot. His perception of God's hand in his life is something he isn't scared to talk about as he breaks down his faith journey as well as how God has used him since the tragic events in June of 1989.

Lars Hanson joins the show to talk about Ignite Your Game and his path in following Jesus, even in hard times. Lars shares his story of how he overcame being cut from a competitive basketball team at a young age and is now using that fire to improve himself and those around him. His story is extremely motivating and inspirational, thanks for listening to it!

The Kansas City Royals play-by-play broadcaster Ryan Lefebvre joins the show to talk about his broadcasting career, but also share about his faith journey. Ryan and Josiah also discuss the young Royals roster, Salvador Perez, the 2014 and 2015 teams, and so much more! This new series highlights people who are transparent about their faith and how it has impacted them on the field (or in the booth!) and Ryan is a perfect way to begin that. Thank you for listening!

The Kansas City Chiefs are in the Super Bowl for the 4th time in 5 years and they will be taking on the San Francisco 49ers. The guys preview everything from ticket prices to each teams LB rooms. Oh yeah, its also our birthday! What a week and what an episode. Thank you so much for supporting us for a year nowd

The guys break down both the AFC and NFC Championships games on the latest EP of the Power & Light Podcast. The Lions are traveling to Santa Clara to take on the 49ers while the Chiefs travel for the first time in Patrick Mahomes' career for an AFC Championship to Baltimore to take on the Ravens. Key injuries, key matchups, and picks! Thanks for listenting

Did you and your NFL team get what you wanted for Christmas? If you are a Chiefs fan, you definitely didn't. If your a Ravens fan, you are ecstatic. If your any of the other teams, your somewhere in the middle. Even Commandeers fans have something to be grateful for. Jude and Josiah break down the playoff picture and what each NFC team's New Years Resolution should be. All of this and more on the latest EP of the Power & Light Podcast! Enjoy the rest of 2023.

The game that is at the core of this show. Josiah supporting KU breaks down the game with K-State fan Preston. Both guys go position by position breaking down strengths and weaknesses. They also break down the impact of Kansas's Quarterback Situation. All of this AND MORE on the Latest EP of the Power & Light Podcast!

THE SUPER BOWL REMATCH is on Monday Night Football this week, and the guys had on Philly Insider SAM LEVIN to talk about his Eagles. There's reason for both teams to be confident, as both of them are atop their conference right now. Coming off a bye week it will be an extremely entertaining game. The guys break down every aspect of the game. Listen to hear the breakdown, predictions, and scores. ALL of this and MORE on the latest EP of the Power & Light Podcast!

Sporting KC takes down #1 seed St. Louis to advance in the MLS Playoffs. The Kansas City Chiefs show out defensively against the Dolphins in Frankfurt, Germany to improve to 7-2. KU and K-State Football are both ranked following Week 10 of CFB creating a stir of excitment for their matchup in 2 weeks. AND FINALLY, COLLEGE BASKETBALL IS BACK! Kansas started off with a dominating win over North Carolina Central and K-State took a loss against #21 USC. What does Jerome Tang have to do to get his boys on track? You will find out this and so much more on the LATEST EP of the Power & Light Podcast. Thanks for listening!

The TEXAS RANGERS and the ARIZONA DIAMONDBACKS are set to face off in this year's MLB World Series. Both teams took unprecendented routes to their LCS wins. Preston and Josiah dive into the historical importance of this matchup, the stars on each side, what each team has to do to win, and what the Royals can take away from these teams' blueprint. All of this AND more on the latest EP of the Power & Light Podcast! As always, thank you for listening.

The 1972 Dolphins will survive another year as the only undefeated team in NFL History with the Philidelphia Eagles and the San Fransico 49ers taking losses to unlikely opponents. The rest of the teams look forward to Week 7 with the KC Chiefs looking forward to their matchup with Division Foe, The Los Angeles Chargers. All of this and more on the latest EP of the Power & Light Podcast!

JUDE MEILI goes alongside with Josiah into the world of sports. The guys talk everything from College Football to HOCKEY. The NFL Week 5 just wrapped up and Jude and Josiah take a look at who had the biggest statment wins and who made the wrong kind of statemnet. Finally, they look ahead to the Kansas City Chiefs matchup with the Denver Broncos on THURSDAY NIGHT FOOTBALL. All of this and more on the latest EP of the Power & Light Podcast!