The Handoff Podcast

Episode 12: Lessons that Exceeds the Game (Featuring Zeke Carwile)

In this episode, Joshua Williams sits down with special guest Zeke Carwhile for a real and meaningful conversation about ministry, football, and the journey that comes with both. From lessons learned on the field to moments that shaped them off of it, Joshua and Zeke talk about the discipline, brotherhood, and mindset football teaches you long before the lights come on Friday nights and Saturdays. They also reflect on some of the funniest and most unforgettable moments from their welcome into college football and the transition into a new level of competition and responsibility. Beyond the game, this episode dives into faith, purpose, and what it looks like to pursue ministry while navigating the demands of athletics and everyday life. It’s a conversation about growth, leadership, and staying grounded through every season. If you love football, faith-driven conversations, and hearing authentic stories about the college athlete experience, this episode is for you. 🎙️ Tap in and join the conversation. 🌐 Website: https://thehandoffpodcast.riverside.com/ [https://thehandoffpodcast.riverside.com/] 📸 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thehandoff_pod [https://www.instagram.com/thehandoff_pod] 🍎 Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-handoff-podcast/id1831683656 [https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-handoff-podcast/id1831683656] 🎧 Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/3YvYc7Za6gij8M0vCzKjsM?si=7900df3c0426409e [https://open.spotify.com/show/3YvYc7Za6gij8M0vCzKjsM?si=7900df3c0426409e]

Episode 11: Sitting in Patience with the Lord ( Featuring Toni-Christian)

In this episode, Joshua and Tyler sit down with a special guest, Toni Christian — an Alabama cheerleader — for an honest and inspiring conversation that goes far beyond the sidelines. What starts as a look into her journey as a collegiate cheerleader turns into something much deeper. Toni shares her favorite moments cheering at Alabama, the discipline and dedication it takes to perform at that level, and the unseen work that goes into being part of such a high-profile program. But more than that, this conversation dives into faith, patience, and trusting God in seasons of waiting. Toni opens up about what it means to rely on the Lord when you don’t yet know the outcome, and how staying grounded in faith has shaped her perspective both on and off the field. This episode is about perseverance, identity, and learning to trust God’s timing — even when the path ahead isn’t clear. If you’re in a season of waiting, chasing a goal, or looking for encouragement to stay faithful through uncertainty, this conversation is for you. 🎙️ Tap in and join the conversation. 🌐 Website: https://thehandoffpodcast.riverside.com/ [https://thehandoffpodcast.riverside.com/] 📸 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thehandoff_pod [https://www.instagram.com/thehandoff_pod] 🍎 Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-handoff-podcast/id1831683656 [https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-handoff-podcast/id1831683656] 🎧 Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/3YvYc7Za6gij8M0vCzKjsM?si=7900df3c0426409e [https://open.spotify.com/show/3YvYc7Za6gij8M0vCzKjsM?si=7900df3c0426409e]

Episode 10: Trusting God Through the fire (Featuring Joshua Langford)

In this episode, Joshua and Tyler sit down with another special guest, Joshua Langford — a former McDonald’s All-American and standout high school and college basketball player — for a powerful and real conversation that goes far beyond the court. What started as a journey through basketball turns into a deeper dive into faith, purpose, and perseverance. Joshua shares how the Lord has impacted his life both on and off the court, walking through adversity, injuries, and growth. Together, we talk about what it truly means to trust God through the fire and remain grounded when life doesn’t go as planned. This episode is about identity, faith, and learning how to lean on God in every season — not just when things are going well. If you’ve ever faced setbacks, questioned your path, or needed a reminder to trust God’s timing, this conversation is for you. 🎙️ Tap in and join the conversation. 🌐 Website: https://thehandoffpodcast.riverside.com/ [https://thehandoffpodcast.riverside.com/] 📸 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thehandoff_pod [https://www.instagram.com/thehandoff_pod] 🍎 Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-handoff-podcast/id1831683656 [https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-handoff-podcast/id1831683656] 🎧 Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/3YvYc7Za6gij8M0vCzKjsM?si=7900df3c0426409e [https://open.spotify.com/show/3YvYc7Za6gij8M0vCzKjsM?si=7900df3c0426409e]

Episode 9: Finding Your Purpose Beyond Football (Featuring Jackson Reese)

In this episode, we sit down with a former high school teammate to catch up on old memories, the journey since those Friday night lights, and how life has changed beyond the game. What started as football brought us together—but this conversation goes deeper than that. We talk about growth, faith, and what it really means to find a purpose beyond the field. From lessons learned in high school to where we are now, this is a real and laid-back conversation about chasing something bigger than football. If you’ve ever struggled with identity outside of sports or wondered what’s next after the game, this episode is for you. 🎙️ Tap in and join the conversation. 🌐 Website: https://thehandoffpodcast.riverside.com/ [https://thehandoffpodcast.riverside.com/] 📸 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thehandoff_pod [https://www.instagram.com/thehandoff_pod] 🍎 Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-handoff-podcast/id1831683656 [https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-handoff-podcast/id1831683656] 🎧 Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/3YvYc7Za6gij8M0vCzKjsM?si=7900df3c0426409e [https://open.spotify.com/show/3YvYc7Za6gij8M0vCzKjsM?si=7900df3c0426409e]

Episode 8: Don't Judge a Book By Its Cover (Featuring Logan Lindsey)

On this episode of The Handoff Podcast, Josh and Tyler have their fourth guest, Logan Lindsey, a senior from Buckhorn High School, who shares his testimony. They talk about what it really means to hand things off to the Lord, trust Him in every season, and walk through life with faith. We hear it all the time — don’t judge a book by its cover — but in this episode, they really take a deeper look into what that means, reminding us that you never truly know what someone else is going through. 📲 Follow us on Instagram: @thehandoff_pod [https://instagram.com/thehandoff_pod]