Olympian Boone Niederhofer joins Ben Higgins in Italy for an inside look at the Olympic journey—from walking on at Texas A&M to racing for Team USA in bobsled. Boone opens up about the pressure of team selection, balancing family life and engineering work, and the deep motivations driving him beyond medals. Hear stories of sacrifice, faith, and the pursuit of excellence, plus candid moments about parenting, doubt, and gratitude in the Olympic Village. Dive into the mindset and heart behind one of Team USA’s newest Olympians, and learn how Boone’s roots and beliefs shape his approach to competition and life.

TIMESTAMPS
00:00 Bobsledding Origins and Entry
00:01:03 Olympic Setting and Opening Ceremonies
00:02:22 Leading Team USA in Ceremonies
00:04:13 Bobsled Team Selection Process
00:06:57 Dealing With Selection Uncertainty
00:08:29 Walking On at Texas A&M
00:10:46 Balancing Football and Engineering
00:12:30 From Engineering to Bobsledding
00:14:44 Boone’s Faith Journey
00:16:32 Overcoming Setbacks and Growth
00:18:08 Family Support in Olympics
00:19:01 Faith in Olympic Environment
00:21:25 Daily Life in Olympic Village
00:22:29 Keeping Faith Rhythms
00:24:15 Motivation, Sacrifice, and Family
00:30:34 Lessons Learned About Self
00:34:41 Thanking God on the Podium

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Go beyond the headlines with Ben Higgins as he sits down at the 2026 Super Bowl with Trista Sutter—the very first Bachelorette—for a candid conversation on identity, faith, and parenting teens. Trista opens up about navigating her evolving motherhood journey, instilling faith in her kids, and the vulnerability required to keep honest connections at home. The pair discuss their own spiritual outlooks, the power of modeling values, and practical ways to encourage openness between parents and children. If you’re a parent wondering if you’re “doing enough,” or someone interested in the intersection of faith and family, don’t miss this heartful exchange.

TIMESTAMPS
00:00 Kicking Off With Trista Sutter
00:34 Motherhood and Passing On Faith
02:04 Trista’s Evolving Faith Journey
03:08 Kids Growing in Faith
04:00 Parental Doubts and Hopes
04:31 Trusting and Letting Go
05:24 Faith in Trista and Ryan’s Relationship
05:57 Modeling Faith for Teens
07:00 Communicating Values With Kids
08:00 Vulnerability and Parenting Openness
09:02 Keeping Conversations Honest
10:25 A Son’s Heartfelt Note
11:07 Imperfection and Connection
11:35 The Importance of Staying Open

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Golden Bachelorette Joan Vassos joins Ben Higgins on "If You Can Hear Me" for a candid and moving conversation about navigating grief, rediscovering love, and searching for a new sense of normal after profound loss. Together, they explore questions of faith, family, and the longing for clarity when life keeps moving forward. Joan shares what keeps her grounded, the ongoing challenges of piecing together happiness after losing her husband, and why her journey on The Golden Bachelor was about more than just finding love. If you've ever felt unsettled in seasons of change, this episode is for you.

TIMESTAMPS
00:00 Seeking Deeper Connections
00:29 Joan’s Cry for Her Family
01:13 Life After Loss
01:55 Defining a New Normal
02:19 The Role of Faith
02:37 Grieving and Moving Forward
03:28 Searching for Answers
03:57 Holding Onto Faith
04:22 Loving Again, Feeling Unsettled
05:20 Integrating New Love
05:32 Wrestling With Unanswered Prayers
06:05 When God Feels Silent
06:33 Family, Blessings, and Longing
07:09 Sitting With Unsettled Feelings
07:53 Sharing Hope Beyond Love

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