Host Jack Esplin takes you beyond the money and fame of athletes to dive deeper into the many positive impacts that sports have on people all over the world, from deeper relationships and a sense of belonging to better mental health and greater unity among communities and countries.
James J Logan is an author, Ironman and freak athlete who has now undergone 29 chemo treatments and counting since being diagnosed with Stage 4 colorectal cancer in April 2024. He talks about his journey to inspire others and live life to the fullest with his diagnosis.
27 Jun 2026
Positivity in Coaching and Playing: Trent Shippen
Former Colorado State and Rick's College sharpshooter and BYU Women's Basketball Head Coach Trent Shippen talks about setting a Madison Square Garden record, experiencing March Madness and the positive impact sports has had on him throughout his life.
29 May 2026
Love the grunt work: Harrison Kelley
Scroll Sidelines sports show host Harrison Kelley reflects on covering BYU football at the 2026 Big 12 title game, creating BYUI's official sports show, bonding with his dad over sports as a youth and more.
1 May 2026
"Just Go For It": Austin Pace
Welcome to Season 2 of Beyond the Arena! Former BYU-Idaho Radio senior producer and fellow BYUI football and basketball broadcaster Austin Pace speaks on how sports has helped him become more confident in all aspects of his life. He talks about the importance of networking and not being afraid to be told "no" as he chases his sports career dreams.
27 Mar 2026
Season 1 Finale: Jack Esplin's story
Beyond the Arena host Jack Esplin shares his story about how sports has impacted his life and how it has given him purpose and joy in the many opportunities he has had, from making his own YouTube channel (JackEspy) to doing play-by-play and color commentary for college basketball games.
23 Mar 2026
Living out the dream: Chris Hall
Chris Hall doubles as the General Manager for the Idaho Falls Chukars baseball team and Vice President of the Spud Kings hockey team. In this episode, Hall talks about how he lives to take advantage of his dream job every day. Halls says he owes everything in his life to his wife and sports.
16 Mar 2026
Inspiration to overcome adversity: Krysyan Edler
Deseret News sports writer Krysyan Edler talks about how everyone should be a fan of sports because of their ability to inspire people to overcome adversity. A graduate of BYU-Idaho, Edler gets to live her career dream of writing about sports every day.
13 Mar 2026
Chasing the joy and electricity of sports: Rhett Vasseur
BYU-Idaho Scroll's lead sports editor Rhett Vasseur talks about how sports has taught him to be tough and that he can get through every trial. Sports has given Vasseur "everything" in life and he loves sacrificing both time and sleep to attend any games he can.
9 Mar 2026
Marriage of Sports and Literature: Mark Bennion
Sports poetry writer Mark Bennion talks about the marriage of sports and literature in his life, and the lessons he has learned to never give up on anything in life. He even reads a few of his poems for us!
6 Mar 2026
Never satisfied: Mason Woodward
Former Utah Utes running back Mason Woodward discusses embracing the underdog mentality and never being satisfied. He shares what he's learned about being grateful to suffer in the process, and pursuing his absolute best in everything.
2 Mar 2026
The 'Romance' of sports: Chandler Doerr
Former Boston Red Sox grounds crew member Chandler Doerr talks about how sports has been "romantic" in his life, and how he has learned to never take any moments or experiences he's had for granted.
28 Feb 2026
Be the hardest working person: Jaxon Curtis
In Episode 1 of Beyond the Arena, sales leader Jaxon Curtis details the lessons he learned from the sports marketing industry on being "the hardest working person in the room," and that success sometimes takes longer than you think.
24 Feb 2026
Beyond the Arena: Intro
Welcome to Beyond the Arena! I'm your host Jack Esplin. Get to know a bit more about me and what this podcast is about. This is going to be fun!
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